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Summary of Contents for D-Link DGL-4500
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Product Overview Package Contents D-Link.DGL-4500.Gaming.Router Power.Adapter Ethernet.Cable CD-ROM Stand Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with the DGL-4500 will cause damage and void the warranty for this product. D-Link DGL-4500 User Manual...
.Users: Make sure you have the latest version ® of Java installed. Visit www.java.com to download the latest version. Computer.with.the.following: CD.Installation.Wizard. • Windows XP with Service Pack 2 or Vista ® ® Requirements • An installed Ethernet adapter • CD-ROM drive D-Link DGL-4500 User Manual...
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The D-Link Xtreme N ™ Gaming Router (DGL-4500) is a draft 802.11n/802.11a compliant device that delivers real world performance of up to 14x faster than an 802.11g wireless connection (also faster than a 100Mbps wired Ethernet connection). Create a secure wireless network to share photos, files, music, video, printers, and network storage throughout your home.
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• Secure.Multiple/Concurrent.Sessions - The DGL-4500 can pass through VPN sessions. It supports multiple and concurrent IPSec and PPTP sessions, so users behind the DGL-4500 can securely access corporate networks. •.User-friendly.Setup.Wizard - Through its easy-to-use Web-based user interface, the DGL-4500 lets you control what information is accessible to those on the wireless network, whether from the Internet or from your company’s server.
Internet.Port Gigabit.LAN.Ports.(1-4) Power.Receptor The auto MDI/MDIX Internet port is Connect Ethernet devices such as Receptor for the supplied power the connection for the Ethernet cable computers, switches, and hubs. adapter. to the cable or DSL modem. D-Link DGL-4500 User Manual...
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A solid light indicates a (see next page). successful WPS connection. A blinking light indicates the device is trying to establish a connection. Power.LED A solid light indicates a proper connection to the power supply. D-Link DGL-4500 User Manual...
Select to display the OLED main menu. Select to display the data of the LAN, WAN, Performance and wireless connections. Displays the WPS status. Date/Time Displays the routers date and time. Status Displays the device status. D-Link DGL-4500 User Manual...
Internet. • When running the Setup Wizard from the D-Link CD, make sure the computer you are running the CD from is connected to the Internet and online or the wizard will not work. If you have disconnected any hardware, re-connect your computer back to the modem and make sure you are online.
1. Keep the number of walls and ceilings between the D-Link router and other network devices to a minimum - each wall or ceiling can reduce your adapter’s range from 3-90 feet (1-30 meters.) Position your devices so that the number of walls or ceilings is minimized.
6. Plug the power adapter to the router and connect to an outlet or power strip. Wait about 30 seconds for the router to boot. 7. Turn on your computer. 8. Refer to page 15 to configure your router. D-Link DGL-4500 User Manual...
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Section - Installation Connect to Another Router If you are connecting the D-Link router to another router to use as a wireless access point and/or switch, you will have to do the following before connecting the router to your network: •...
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7. Connect an Ethernet cable in one of the LAN ports of the router and connect it to your other router. Do not plug anything into the Internet port of the D-Link router. 8. You may now use the other 3 LAN ports to connect other Ethernet devices and computers. To configure your wireless network, open a web browser and enter the IP address you assigned to the router.
Section - Installation Getting Started The DGL-4500 includes a Quick Router Setup Wizard CD. Follow the simple steps below to run the Setup Wizard to guide you quickly through the installation process. You may manually configure your router without the wizard. Refer to the next page to manually setup your router.
Section - Configuration Configuration This section will show you how to configure your new D-Link wireless router using the web-based configuration utility. Web-based Configuration Utility To access the configuration utility, open a web-browser such as Internet Explorer and enter the IP address of the router (192.168.0.1).
You may click Setup.Wizard to quickly configure your router. If you want to enter your settings without running the wizard, click on Internet on the left side and then click Manual.Configure and skip to page 20. Click Next to continue. D-Link DGL-4500 User Manual...
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Select your time zone from the drop-down menu and then click Next to continue. Select your ISP from the drop-down menu or select the type of Internet connection you use and then click Next to continue. D-Link DGL-4500 User Manual...
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Note: Make sure to remove your PPPoE software from your computer. The software is no longer needed and will not work through a router. If you selected PPTP, enter your PPTP username and password. Click Next to continue. D-Link DGL-4500 User Manual...
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Click Connect to save your settings. Once the router is finished rebooting, click Continue. Please allow 1-2 minutes to connect. Close your browser window and reopen it to test your Internet connection. It may take a few tries to initially connect to the Internet. D-Link DGL-4500 User Manual...
Internet experience by correcting many common typo mistakes automatically, taking you where you intended to go and saving you valuable time. Disclaimer: D-Link makes no warranty as to the availability, reliability, functionality and operation of the Advanced DNS service of its features. Host Name: The Host Name is optional but may be required by some ISPs.
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The default MAC Address is set to the Internet port’s physical interface MAC address on the Broadband Router. It is not recommended that you change the default MAC address unless required by your ISP. You can use the Clone.Your.PC’s. MAC.Address button to replace the Internet port’s MAC address with the MAC address of your Ethernet card. D-Link DGL-4500 User Manual...
The default MAC Address is set to the Internet port’s physical interface MAC address on the Broadband Router. It is not recommended that you change the default MAC address unless required by your ISP. You can use the Clone.Your.PC’s. MAC.Address button to replace the Internet port’s MAC address with the MAC address of your Ethernet card. D-Link DGL-4500 User Manual...
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Enter a maximum idle time during which the Internet Time: connection is maintained during inactivity. To disable this feature, enable Always-on. DNS Servers: The DNS server information will be supplied by your ISP (Internet Service Provider.) D-Link DGL-4500 User Manual...
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The default MAC Address is set to the Internet port’s physical interface MAC address on the Broadband Router. It is not recommended that you change the default MAC address unless required by your ISP. You can use the Clone.Your.PC’s. MAC.Address button to replace the Internet port’s MAC address with the MAC address of your Ethernet card. D-Link DGL-4500 User Manual...
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Maximum Idle Time: Enter a maximum idle time during which the Internet connection is maintained during inactivity. To disable this feature, enable Always-on. DNS Servers: Enter the Primary and Secondary DNS Server Addresses (Static L2TP only). D-Link DGL-4500 User Manual...
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Address: recommended that you change the default MAC address unless required by your ISP. You can use the Clone.Your.PC’s. MAC.Address button to replace the Internet port’s MAC address with the MAC address of your Ethernet card. D-Link DGL-4500 User Manual...
Router. It is not recommended that you change the default MAC address unless required by your ISP. You can use the Clone.Your. PC’s. MAC. Address button to replace the Internet port’s MAC address with the MAC address of your Ethernet card. D-Link DGL-4500 User Manual...
802.11a.Only - Select if all of your wireless clients are 802.11a. 802.11n.Only - Select only if all of your wireless clients are 802.11n. 802.11n. and. 802.11a - Select if you are using both 802.11b and 802.11g wireless clients. D-Link DGL-4500 User Manual...
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