1. Manuals
  2. Brands
  3. D-Link Manuals
  4. Network Router
  5. DSL-2540U
  6. User manual

D-Link DSL-2540U User Manual

Hide thumbs Also See for DSL-2540U:
Table of Contents

Advertisement

Quick Links

Download this manual

Table of Contents

D-Link DSL-2540U User Manual
1

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading

Related Manuals for D-Link DSL-2540U

Summary of Contents for D-Link DSL-2540U

  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents D-Link DSL-2540U User Manual...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    .......................18 UICK ETUP DEVICE INFO .......................37 ........................38 UMMARY WAN..........................38 ........................39 TATISTICS .........................41 OUTE ARP..........................41 DHCP ..........................41 ADVANCED SETUP .....................42 WAN..........................42 LAN ..........................44 ....................45 UALITY OF ERVICE Queue Config......................45 QoS Classification ....................46 ........................47 OUTING DSL ..........................48 PPTP..........................50 D-Link DSL-2540U User Manual...

  • Page 3: Package Contents

    • One straight-through Ethernet cable • One Quick Installation Guide Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with the DSL-2540U will cause damage and void the warranty for this product. System Requirements • ADSL Internet service •...

  • Page 4: Requirements

    • TCP/IP (Transfer Control Protocol/Internet Protocol) – The DSL-2540U supports TCP/IP protocol, the language used for the Internet. It is compatible with access servers manufactured by major vendors. • RIP-1/RIP-2 – The DSL-2540U supports both RIP-1 and RIP-2 exchanges with other routers. Using both versions lets the Router to communicate with all RIP enabled devices.

  • Page 5: Connections

    Use the Ethernet port to connect Push in to power-on the Router. Use the adapter shipped with the the Router to a computer or an Push again to power-off the Router to connect to power Ethernet LAN Router source D-Link DSL-2540U User Manual...

  • Page 6: Leds

    A blinking green light indicates the system is operating normally. startup. This light will blink when there is activity currently passing through the Ethernet port. System failure is indicated by either a steady green or dark light. D-Link DSL-2540U User Manual...

  • Page 7: Installation

    Before You Begin Please read and make sure you understand all the prerequisites for proper installation of your new Router. Have all the necessary information and equipment on hand before beginning the installation. D-Link DSL-2540U User Manual...

  • Page 8: Installation Notes

    Operating Systems The DSL-2540U uses an HTML-based web interface for setup and management. The web configuration manager may be accessed using any operating system capable of running web browser software, including Windows 98 SE, Windows ME, Windows 2000, Windows XP, and Windows Vista.
  • Page 9 LAN side of the bridge, such as a PC, a server, a gateway device such as a router or similar firewall hardware. The IP address can be assigned in a number of ways. Your network service provider will give you instructions about any additional connection software or NIC configuration that may be required. D-Link DSL-2540U User Manual...
  • Page 10 VPI and VCI as instructed by your ADSL service provider for the additional connections. This setting can be changed in the WAN Settings window of the web management interface. D-Link DSL-2540U User Manual...
  • Page 11 ADSL service provider’s network and your computer. If you are setting up the Router for multiple virtual connections, you will need to configure the VPI and VCI as instructed by your ADSL service provider for the additional connections. This setting can be changed in the WAN Settings window of the web management interface. D-Link DSL-2540U User Manual...
  • Page 12 IP address used for DHCP service on the LAN when DHCP is enabled. LAN Subnet Mask for the DSL-2540U This is the subnet mask used by the DSL-2540U, and will be used throughout your LAN. The default subnet mask is 255.255.255.0. This can be changed later.
  • Page 13 Ethernet NIC If your computer has an Ethernet NIC, you can connect the DSL-2540U to this Ethernet port using an Ethernet cable. You can also use the Ethernet ports on the DSL-2540U to connect to other computer or Ethernet devices.

  • Page 14: Power On Router

    Device Installation The DSL-2540U connects two separate physical interfaces, an ADSL (WAN) and an Ethernet (LAN) interface. Place the Router in a location where it can be connected to the various devices as well as to a power source. The Router should not be located where it will be exposed to moisture or excessive heat.

  • Page 15: Factory Reset Button

    Connect the Router to an uplink port (MDI-II) on an Ethernet hub or switch with a straight-through cable. If you wish to reserve the uplink port on the switch or hub for another device, connect to any on the other MDI-X ports (1x, 2x, etc.) with a crossed cable. D-Link DSL-2540U User Manual...
  • Page 16 Section 2 – Installation Computer to Router Connection You can connect the Router directly to a 10/100BASE-TX Ethernet adapter card (NIC) installed on a PC using the Ethernet cable provided. D-Link DSL-2540U User Manual...

  • Page 17: Configuration

    Section 3 – Configuration Configuration This section will show you how to configure your new D-Link Router using the web-based configuration utility. Web-based Configuration Utility Connect to the Router To configure the WAN connection used by the Router it is first necessary to communicate with the Router through its management interface, which is HTML-based and can be accessed using a web browser.

  • Page 18: Quick Setup

    Tick the DSL Auto-connect check box and then click the Next button. If the ADSL connection is down, unselect the DSL Auto-connect checkbox and then click the Next button to manually assign VPI and VCI values. D-Link DSL-2540U User Manual...
  • Page 19 PPP over ATM (PPPoA), PPP over Ethernet (PPPoE), MAC Encapsulation Routing (MER), IP over ATM (IPoA), and Bridging (default). This window also allows you to use the drop-down menu to select the desired Encapsulation Mode. Click the Next button to continue. D-Link DSL-2540U User Manual...
  • Page 20 Next button to continue. QUICK SETUP – BRIDGING This summary window allows you to confirm the bridging settings you have just made. Click the Save/Reboot button to save your new bridging settings and restart the Router. D-Link DSL-2540U User Manual...
  • Page 21 QUICK SETUP – PPPoA Click the PPP over ATM (PPPoA) radio button on this window. This window also allows you to use the drop-down menu to select the desired Encapsulation Mode. Click the Next button to continue. D-Link DSL-2540U User Manual...
  • Page 22 This window allows you to enable IGMP multicasting and WAN service. Most users will want to leave the MTU value at the default setting unless your ISP advises you to change it. Click the Next button to continue. D-Link DSL-2540U User Manual...
  • Page 23 To enable the DHCP server, enter a starting IP address, an ending IP address, and a subnet mask. You may also choose to change the default value of the leased time. Click the Next button to continue. D-Link DSL-2540U User Manual...
  • Page 24 Section 3 – Configuration QUICK SETUP – PPPoA This summary window allows you to confirm the settings you have just made. Click the Save/Reboot button to save your new PPP over ATM settings and restart the Router. D-Link DSL-2540U User Manual...
  • Page 25 QUICK SETUP – PPPoE Click the PPP over Ethernet (PPPoE) radio button on this window. This window also allows you to use the drop-down menu to select the desired Encapsulation Mode. Click the Next button to continue. D-Link DSL-2540U User Manual...
  • Page 26 This window allows you to set the username and the password for your PPP connection. This information is obtained from your ISP. Additional settings on this window will also depend on your ISP. Click the Next button to continue. D-Link DSL-2540U User Manual...
  • Page 27 This window allows you to enable IGMP multicasting and WAN service. Most users will want to leave the MTU value at the default setting unless your ISP advises you to change it. Click the Next button to continue. D-Link DSL-2540U User Manual...
  • Page 28 To enable the DHCP server, enter a starting IP address, an ending IP address, and a subnet mask. You may also choose to change the default value of the leased time. Click the Next button to continue. D-Link DSL-2540U User Manual...
  • Page 29 Section 3 – Configuration QUICK SETUP – PPPoE This summary window allows you to confirm the settings you have just made. Click the Save/Reboot button to save your new PPP over Ethernet settings and restart the Router. D-Link DSL-2540U User Manual...
  • Page 30 Encapsulation Mode. Click the Next button to continue. QUICK SETUP – MER This window allows you to configure the WAN IP settings. This information is obtained from your ISP. Click the Next button to continue. D-Link DSL-2540U User Manual...
  • Page 31 QUICK SETUP – MER This window allows you to enable or disable Network Address Translation and a firewall for your Router. In addition, you can enable or disable IGMP multicasting and WAN service. Click the Next button to continue. D-Link DSL-2540U User Manual...
  • Page 32 To enable the DHCP server, enter a starting IP address, an ending IP address, and a subnet mask. You may also choose to change the default value of the leased time. Click the Next button to continue. D-Link DSL-2540U User Manual...
  • Page 33 Section 3 – Configuration QUICK SETUP – MER This summary window allows you to confirm the settings you have just made. Click the Save/Reboot button to save your new MAC Encapsulation Routing settings and restart the Router. D-Link DSL-2540U User Manual...
  • Page 34 Encapsulation Mode. Click the Next button to continue. QUICK SETUP – IPoA This window allows you to configure the WAN IP settings. This information is obtained from your ISP. Click the Next button to continue. D-Link DSL-2540U User Manual...
  • Page 35 To enable the DHCP server, enter a starting IP address, an ending IP address, and a subnet mask. You may also choose to change the default value of the leased time. Click the Next button to continue. D-Link DSL-2540U User Manual...
  • Page 36 Section 3 – Configuration QUICK SETUP – IPoA This summary window allows you to confirm the settings you have just made. Click the Save/Reboot button to save your new IP over ATM settings and restart the Router. D-Link DSL-2540U User Manual...

  • Page 37: Device Info

    Section 3 – Configuration Device Info To access the Device Info window, click either the Device Info or Summary button in the Device Info directory. The following page opens: D-Link DSL-2540U User Manual...

  • Page 38: Summary

    This window displays the current status of your DSL connection, including the software version, LAN IP address, and DNS server address. To access the WAN Info window, click the WAN button in the Device Info directory. This window displays the current status of your WAN connection. D-Link DSL-2540U User Manual...

  • Page 39: Statistics

    Statistics button to refresh these statistics. This window displays the Router’s WAN statistics. Click the Reset Statistics button to refresh these statistics. This window displays the Router’s ATM statistics. Click the Reset button to refresh these statistics. D-Link DSL-2540U User Manual...
  • Page 40 Section 3 – Configuration This window displays the Router’s ADSL statistics. Click the Reset Statistics button to refresh these statistics. Click the ADSL BER Test button to access the ADSL Bit Error Rate Test window displayed below: D-Link DSL-2540U User Manual...

  • Page 41: Route

    To access the Device Info – ARP window, click the ARP button in the Device Info directory. This read-only window displays Address Resolution Protocol info. DHCP To access the Device Info – DHCP Leases window, click the DHCP button in the Device Info directory. This read-only window displays DHCP lease info. D-Link DSL-2540U User Manual...

  • Page 42: Advanced Setup

    Channel Identifier. The VPI and VCI values should be provided by your ISP. This window also allows you to enable QoS by ticking the Enable Quality of Service check box. Click the Next button to continue. D-Link DSL-2540U User Manual...
  • Page 43 Encapsulation Mode. Click the Next button to continue. For further information about each of the five connection types available on the Router, please go to the Quick Setup section earlier in this manual as all of the windows are identical. D-Link DSL-2540U User Manual...

  • Page 44: Lan

    To access the Local Area Network (LAN) Setup window, click the LAN button in the Advanced Setup directory. This window allows you to set up a LAN interface. When you are finished, click either the Save or Save/Reboot button. D-Link DSL-2540U User Manual...

  • Page 45: Quality Of Service

    Click the Add button to add a QoS Queue Configuration table entry. This window allows you to configure a QoS queue entry and assign it a specific network interface. Click the Save/Apply button to save and activate the filter. D-Link DSL-2540U User Manual...

  • Page 46: Qos Classification

    Please remember that all of the specified conditions on this window must be met for the rule to take effect. Click the Save/Apply button to save and activate this rule. D-Link DSL-2540U User Manual...

  • Page 47: Routing

    Click the Add button on the Routing – Static Route window to access the following window displayed on the next page. Enter the static routing information for an entry to the routing table. Click the Save/Apply button when you are finished. D-Link DSL-2540U User Manual...

  • Page 48: Dsl

    To access the DSL Settings window, click the DSL Setup button in the Advanced Setup directory. This window allows you to select the desired modulation, phone line pair, and capability. Click the Save/Apply button when you are finished. Click the Advanced Settings button to select a DSL test mode. D-Link DSL-2540U User Manual...
  • Page 49 Select the desired DSL test mode and then click the Apply button. Click the Tone Selection button to modify the upstream and downstream tones. Select the appropriate upstream and downstream tones for your ADSL connection. Click the Apply button to let your settings take effect. D-Link DSL-2540U User Manual...

  • Page 50: Diagnostics

    Save/Apply button when you are finished. Diagnostics To access the Diagnostics window, click the Diagnostics button in the Diagnostics directory. This window is used to test connectivity of the Router. D-Link DSL-2540U User Manual...
  • Page 51 To access the Settings - Backup window, click the Settings button in the Management directory. Settings – Backup This window allows you to backup your DSL Router configurations. Click the Backup Settings button to save your Router configurations to a file on your computer. D-Link DSL-2540U User Manual...
  • Page 52 Click Browse to select a file and click the Update Settings button to update the Router settings. Settings – Restore Default Click the Restore Default Settings button to reset your Router back to the factory default settings including IP settings (192.168.1.1) and Administrator password (admin). D-Link DSL-2540U User Manual...
  • Page 53 System Log server. The available event severity levels are: Emergency, Alert, Critical, Error, Warning, Notice, Informational, and Debugging. This window allows you to log selected events. When you are finished, click the Save/Apply button. D-Link DSL-2540U User Manual...
  • Page 54 Save/Apply button. Internet Time To access the Time settings window, click the Internet Time button in the Management directory. This window allows you to set the Router’s time configuration. When you are finished, click the Save/Apply button. D-Link DSL-2540U User Manual...
  • Page 55 This window allows you to enable or disable Access Control Mode. To add an IP address management station, click the Add button. Enter the IP address of the management station permitted to access the local management services. When you are finished, click the Save/Apply button. D-Link DSL-2540U User Manual...

  • Page 56: Update Software

    This window allows you to change the password on the Router. When you are finished, click the Save/Apply button. Update Software To access the Tools - Update Software window, click the Update Software button in the Management directory. This window allows you to update the Router’s software. D-Link DSL-2540U User Manual...

  • Page 57: Save /Reboot

    Section 3 – Configuration Save/Reboot To access this window, click the Save/Reboot button in the Management directory. To save your settings and reboot the system, click the Save/Reboot button. D-Link DSL-2540U User Manual...

  • Page 58: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting This chapter provides solutions to problems that might occur during the installation and operation of the DSL-2540U. Read the following descriptions if you are having problems. (The examples below are illustrated in Windows® XP. If you have a different operating system, the screenshots on your computer will look similar to the following examples.)
  • Page 59 There might be a potential security issue if you disable the setting of Firewall on your PC. Please remember to turn it back on once you have finished the whole installation procedure and can surf on Internet without any problem. D-Link DSL-2540U User Manual...

  • Page 60: Device Installation Networking Basics

    Check Your IP Address After you install your new D-Link adapter, by default, the TCP/IP settings should be set to obtain an IP address from a DHCP server (i.e. wireless router) automatically. To verify your IP address, please follow the steps below.
  • Page 61 Windows® 2000 - From the desktop, right-click on the My Network Places > Properties. Step 2 Right-click on the Local Area Connection which represents your D-Link network adapter and select Properties. Step 3 Highlight Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click on the Properties.

  • Page 62: Technical Specifications

    • RFC1058 RIP v1 • RFC2131 DHCP Client / • RFC1213 SNMP v1 & v2c DHCP Server • RFC1334 PAP • RFC2364 PPP over ATM • RFC1389 RIP v2 • RFC2516 PPP over • RFC1577 Classical IP over Ethernet D-Link DSL-2540U User Manual...

Table of Contents