D-Link DIR-612 User manual
Version 2.0 | 11/12/2013
DIR-612
User Manual
Wireless N 300 Router
iD-Link DIR-612 User Manual
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Preface
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Table of Contents
Preface ................................................................................. i
Manual Revisions ........................................................................... i
Trademarks ...................................................................................... i
Product Overview .............................................................. 1
Package Contents ......................................................................... 1
System Requirements ................................................................. 2
Features ............................................................................................3
Hardware Overview ..................................................................... 4
Connections ...........................................................................4
LEDs ........................................................................................... 5
Installation ......................................................................... 6
Before You Begin ........................................................................... 6
Wireless Installation Considerations ...................................... 7
Connect to Cable/DSL/Satellite Modem .............................. 8
Connect to Another Router ...................................................... 9
Getting Started ............................................................................11
Conguration ...................................................................12
Web-based Conguration Utility ..........................................12
Setup ...............................................................................................13
Wizard .....................................................................................13
Local Network ......................................................................17
LAN Interface Setup ......................................................18
DHCP Server Settings ...................................................19
DHCP Static IP Conguration ....................................20
Setup ...............................................................................................21
Internet Setup ......................................................................21
Wireless ..........................................................................................23
Wireless Basics .....................................................................23
Wi-Fi Protected (WPS) Setup ..........................................25
Advanced Wireless .............................................................26
Wireless Repeater ...............................................................28
Advanced ......................................................................................30
Access Control List..............................................................30
Port Triggering .....................................................................31
DMZ .........................................................................................32
URL Block ...............................................................................33
Dynamic DNS .......................................................................34
Trac Control .......................................................................35
UPnP ........................................................................................37
Virtual Server ........................................................................38
Maintenance ................................................................................40
Reboot ....................................................................................40
Firmware Upgrade ..............................................................41
Backup/Restore ...................................................................42
Admin .....................................................................................43
Time and Date ......................................................................44
Status ..............................................................................................45
Device Info ............................................................................45
Active Client Table ..............................................................46
Statistics .................................................................................47
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Help .................................................................................................48
Wireless Security .............................................................49
What is WPA? ................................................................................49
Connect to a Wireless Network .......................................50
Using Windows® 7 ......................................................................50
Congure WPS .....................................................................53
Using Windows Vista® ..............................................................57
Congure Wireless Security ............................................58
Using Windows® XP ....................................................................60
Congure WPA-PSK ............................................................61
Troubleshooting ..............................................................63
Wireless Basics .................................................................67
What is Wireless? .........................................................................68
Tips ...................................................................................................70
Wireless Modes ............................................................................71
Networking Basics ...........................................................72
Check your IP address ...............................................................72
Statically Assign an IP address ...............................................73
Technical Specications ..................................................74
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Section 1 - Product Overview
Product Overview
Note: Using a power supply with a dierent voltage rating than the one included with the DIR-612 will cause damage and void the warranty
for this product.
Package Contents
DIR-612 Wireless N 300 Router
Ethernet Cable
Power Adapter
Quick Install Guide
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Section 1 - Product Overview
Network Requirements
• An Ethernet-based Cable or DSL modem
• IEEE 802.11n or 802.11g wireless clients
• 10/100 Ethernet
Web-based Conguration Utility
Requirements
Computer with the following:
• Windows®, Macintosh, or Linux-based operating system
• An installed Ethernet adapter
Browser Requirements:
• Internet Explorer 6 or higher
• Firefox 3.0 or higher
• Safari 3.0 or higher
• Chrome 2.0 or higher
Windows® Users: Make sure you have the latest version of Java
installed. Visit www.java.com to download the latest version.
System Requirements
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Section 1 - Product Overview
Features
• Faster Wireless Networking - The DIR-612 provides wireless connection of up to 300Mbps* for other 802.11n
wireless clients. This capability allows users to participate in real-time activities online, such as video streaming,
online gaming, and real-time audio.
• Compatible with 802.11b and 802.11g Devices - The DIR-612 is fully compatible with the IEEE 802.11b and IEEE
802.11g standard, so it can connect with existing 802.11b and IEEE 802.11g PCI, USB and Cardbus adapters.
• Advanced Firewall Features - The Web-based user interface displays a number of advanced network management
features including:
• Content Filtering - Easily applied content ltering based on URL.
• Secure Multiple/Concurrent Sessions - The DIR-612 can pass through VPN sessions. It supports
multiple and concurrent PPTP sessions, so users behind the DIR-612 can securely access corporate
networks.
• User-friendly Setup Wizard - Through its easy-to-use Web-based user interface, the DIR-612 lets you control what
information is accessible to those on the wireless network, whether from the Internet or from your company’s
server. Congure your router to your specic settings within minutes.
* Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11g and Draft 802.11n specications. Actual data throughput will vary. Network conditions and environmental
factors, including volume of network trac, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. Environmental conditions will
adversely aect wireless signal range.
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Section 1 - Product Overview
Hardware Overview
Connections
1LAN Ports (1-4) Connect Ethernet devices such as computers, switches, and hubs.
2Internet Port Connect your DSL, cable modem or other Internet connection here to provide Internet
connectivity to the router.
3Power Receptor Receptor for the supplied power adapter.
4Reset Pressing the Reset button restores the router to its original factory default settings.
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Section 1 - Product Overview
Hardware Overview
LEDs
1Power LED A solid green light indicates a proper connection to the power supply.
2Wireless LED A solid light indicates that the wireless segment is ready. This LED blinks during wireless
data transmission.
3Internet A solid light indicates connection on the WAN port.
This LED blinks during wireless data transmission.
4LAN A solid light indicates connection on the LAN port.
This LED blinks during wireless data transmission.
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Section 2 - Installation
Before You Begin
Installation
This section will walk you through the installation process. Placement of the router is very important. Do not place the router
in an enclosed area such as a closet, cabinet, or in the attic or garage.
• Please congure the router with the computer that was last connected directly to your modem.
• You can only use the Ethernet port on your modem. If you were using the USB connection before using the
router, then you must turn o your modem, disconnect the USB cable and connect an Ethernet cable to the
Internet port on the router, and then turn the modem back on. In some cases, you may need to call your ISP to
change connection types (USB to Ethernet).
• If you have DSL and are connecting via PPPoE, make sure you disable or uninstall any PPPoE software such as
WinPoet, Broadjump, or Enternet 300 from your computer or you will not be able to connect to the Internet.
• When running the Setup Wizard, make sure the computer 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.
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