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DSL-G624T

Wireless ADSL Router

User Guide

January 2007

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  • Page 1: Wireless Adsl Router

    DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide January 2007...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table Of Contents BEFORE YOU START ....................... V Installation Overview ........................v Setup Wizard ........................... v Packing List............................. v Installation Notes ........................... vi INTRODUCTION .........................1 Router Description and Operation ....................1 Router Features ..........................2 802.11g Wireless ..........................3 Installation Considerations ..........................4 Front Panel Display ........................
  • Page 3 ADVANCED MANAGEMENT ...................52 UPnP .............................. 53 Virtual Server..........................54 LAN Clients............................ 57 SNMP.............................. 58 Filters ............................. 59 Bridge Filters..........................61 Routing ............................62 DMZ ..............................63 Parental Control ..........................64 URL Blocking...............................65 Domain Blocking............................65 Firewall............................66 RIP ..............................67 ADSL .............................. 68 ATM VCC............................
  • Page 4 Statistics ............................95 ADSL .............................. 96 Help ..............................97 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ..................98 CONFIGURING IP SETTINGS ON YOUR COMPUTER ..........101 LOW PASS FILTERS FOR DSL ..................108...

  • Page 5: About This User Guide

    Setup Wizard Many users will be able to configure all the settings necessary to use the DSL-G624T with the Setup Wizard. For ADSL connections that use PPPoE or PPPoA connections, the simplest way to set up the DSL-G624T is to use the Setup Wizard to configure the Internet connection.

  • Page 6: Installation Notes

    Operating Systems The DSL-G624T 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, and Windows XP.

  • Page 7: Information You Will Need From Your Adsl Service Provider

    DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Information you will need from your ADSL service provider: This is the Username used to log on to your ADSL service Record info here provider’s network. It is commonly in the form − Username user@isp.co.uk Your ADSL service provider uses this to...

  • Page 8: Information You Will Need About Your Lan Or Computer

    It is recommended that your collect and record this information here, or in some other secure place, in case you have to re-configure your ADSL connection in the future. Once you have the above information, you are ready to setup and configure your DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router.

  • Page 9: Introduction

    Local Area Network (LAN) connectivity in one package. The Router is easy to install and use. The DSL-G624T connects to an Ethernet LAN or computers via standard Ethernet ports. The ADSL connection is made using ordinary telephone line with standard connectors.

  • Page 10: Router Features

    Internet. It is compatible with access servers manufactured by major vendors. RIP-1/RIP-2 – The DSL-G624T 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 11: 802.11G Wireless

    (a notebook computer for example) in its broadcast range. Often a wireless access point such as the AP embedded in the DSL-G624T will also provide a connection to a wired network - usually Ethernet - and ultimately an Internet connection. The IEEE 802.11 standard precisely defines the encoding techniques used for data transmission.

  • Page 12: Installation Considerations

    Keep the number of walls and ceilings between the DSL-G624Tand other network devices to a minimum - each wall or ceiling can reduce your D-Link wireless product’s range from 3-90 feet (1-30 meters.) Position your devices so that the number of walls or ceilings is minimized.

  • Page 13: Front Panel Display

    DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Front Panel Display Place the Router in a location that permits an easy view of the LED indicators on the front panel. The LED indicators on the front panel include Power, Status, ADSL, WLAN, and LAN. The ADSL, WLAN, and LAN indicators monitor link status and activity (Link/Act).

  • Page 14: Rear Panel Connections

    DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Rear Panel Connections All cable connections to the Router are made at the rear panel. Connect the power adapter here to power on the Router. Use the Reset button to restore the settings to the factory default values. See below for reset button location.

  • Page 15: Hardware Installation

    DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Hardware Installation The DSL-G624T maintains three separate physical interfaces, an ADSL, an Ethernet, and a wireless interface. Place the Router in a location where it can be connected to the various devices as well as to a power source.

  • Page 16: Network Connections

    DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Network Connections Network connections are provided through the ADSL port and Ethernet port on the back of the Router. See the Rear Panel diagram above and the illustrations below for examples. Connect ADSL Line Use the ADSL cable included with the Router to connect it to a telephone wall socket or receptacle.

  • Page 17: Basic Router Configuration

    DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Basic Router Configuration The first time you set up the Router it is recommended that you configure the WAN connection using a single computer connected directly to the Router. Once the WAN connection is functioning properly, you may continue to make changes to Router configuration including IP settings and DHCP setup.

  • Page 18: Access The Configuration Manager

    DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Access the Configuration Manager In order to make sure your computer’s IP settings allow it to communicate with the Router, it is advisable to configure your system be a DHCP client – that is, it will get IP settings from the Router. Appendix B describes how to configure different Windows operating systems to “Obtain IP settings automatically”.

  • Page 19: Configure The Router

    DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Configure the Router When you successfully connect to the web manager, the Home directory tab will display the Setup Wizard window. You can launch the Setup Wizard from this page or use the buttons located in the left panel of the web page to view other windows used for basic configuration.

  • Page 20: Wizard

    DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Wizard To use the Setup Wizard, click the Run Wizard button in the first browser window and follow the instructions in the pop-up window that appears. The initial window summarizes the setup process. Click the Next button to proceed. You may stop using the Setup Wizard at any time by clicking the Exit button.
  • Page 21 DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Using the Setup Wizard - Choose Time Zone Choose the time zone you are in from the pull-down menu and click Next. This sets the system time used for the Router. If you wish to return to the previous window during the setup process, click the Back button.
  • Page 22 DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Using the Setup Wizard - Choose Connection Type Now select the Connection Type used for the Internet connection. Your ISP has given this information to you. The connection types available for “Multi-User” Mode are PPPoE/PPPoA, Dynamic IP Address, Static IP Address, and Bridge Mode.
  • Page 23 DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Using the Setup Wizard - For PPPoE/PPPoA connections: Type in the Username and Password used to identify and verify your account to the ISP. Select the specific Connection Type from the drop-down menu. The available PPP connection and encapsulation types are PPPoE LLC, PPPoA LLC and PPPoA VC-Mux.
  • Page 24 DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Using the Setup Wizard - For Dynamic IP Address connections: Select the specific Connection Type from the drop-down menu. The available Dynamic IP Address connection and encapsulation types are 1483 Bridged IP LLC and 1483 Bridged IP VC-Mux.
  • Page 25 DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Using the Setup Wizard - For Static IP Address connections: Select the specific Connection Type from the drop-down menu. The available Static IP Address connection and encapsulation types are 1483 Bridged IP LLC, 1483 Bridged IP VC-Mux, 1483 Routed IP LLC, 1483 Routed IP VC-Mux and IPoA.
  • Page 26 DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Using the Setup Wizard - For Bridge Mode connections: Select the specific Connection Type from the drop-down menu. The available Bridge Mode connection and encapsulation types are 1483 Bridged IP LLC and 1483 Bridged IP VC-Mux.
  • Page 27 DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Using the Setup Wizard - Wireless LAN Configuration Configure the SSID and Channel for the Wireless LAN. You may also configure either WEP or WPA security settings at this time or configure them later using the web manager. Select None to configure either WEP or WPA later.
  • Page 28 DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Using the Setup Wizard - WEP Configuration If you are configuring WEP security, select the Authentication Type, Cipher rate and Encryption Key. Click Next to continue to the final menu.
  • Page 29 DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Using the Setup Wizard - WPA Configuration If you are configuring WPA security, select the type of WPA: WPA, WPA2, or AnyWPA, enter a Group Key Interval in seconds, and enter a PSK String. Click Next to continue to the final menu.
  • Page 30 DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Using the Setup Wizard - Finish and Restart Finally you can confirm that the setup process is completed. If you are satisfied that you have entered all the necessary information correctly, click the Restart button to save the new configuration settings and restart the Router.

  • Page 31: Wireless

    DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Wireless To configure the Router’s basic configuration settings without running the Setup Wizard, you can access the windows used to configure Wireless, WAN, LAN, DHCP, DNS, and Dynamic DNS settings directly from the Home directory. To access the Wireless Settings window, click on the Wireless link button on the left side of the first window that appears when you successfully access the web manager.

  • Page 32: Wireless Security

    DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Wireless Security In the Wireless Settings window, select the type of security you want to configure. The window will change to present the settings specific to the method being configured. The Router’s wireless security options include three levels of WEP encryption, WPA for IEEE 802.1x network authentication, and WPA with a...
  • Page 33 DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide 802.1x Some network-security experts now recommend that wireless networks use 802.1X security measures to overcome some weaknesses in standard WEP applications. A RADIUS server is used to authenticate all potential users. Configure the following:...
  • Page 34 DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Click to select the 802.1x radio button. In the Group Key Interval entry field, enter a Time (in seconds) after which the Group Key is changed automatically. Enter the Server IP Address of the RADIUS server.
  • Page 35 DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Make sure the Enable AP checkbox at the top of the window has been checked. Click to select the WPA, WPA2 (WPA2 only) or AnyWPA (both WPA and WPA2) radio button. In the Group Key Interval entry field, enter a Time (in seconds) after which the Group Key is changed automatically.

  • Page 36: Wan

    DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide To configure the Router’s basic configuration settings without running the Setup Wizard, you can access the windows used to configure Wireless, WAN, LAN, DHCP, DNS, and Dynamic DNS settings directly from the Home directory. To access the WAN Settings window, click on the WAN link button on the left side of the first window that appears when you successfully access the web manager.
  • Page 37 DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Select the connection type used for your account. The window will display settings that are appropriate for the connection type you select. Follow the instruction below according to the type of connection you select in the WAN Settings window.

  • Page 38: Dynamic Ip Address

    DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Dynamic IP Address A Dynamic IP Address connection configures the Router to automatically obtain its global IP address from a DHCP server on the ISP’s network. The service provider assigns a global IP address from a pool of addresses available to the service provider.
  • Page 39 DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide circuits for your ADSL service. For more information on ATM VC Settings, see the table on page 42 below. 3. Under the Dynamic IP heading, choose the Connection Type from the pull-down menu. This defines both the connection type and encapsulation method used for your ADSL service.
  • Page 40 DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Additional settings for Dynamic IP Address connections: Dynamic IP Description Parameters Connection Type This specifies the connection type and encapsulation method used for your Dynamic IP Address connection. The options available are Bridged IP LLC or Bridged IP VC-Mux.

  • Page 41: Static Ip Address

    DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Static IP Address When the Router is configured to use Static IP Address assignment for the WAN connection, you must manually assign a global IP Address, Subnet Mask and Gateway IP Address used for the WAN connection. Most users will also need to configure DNS server IP settings in the DNS Configuration window (see below).
  • Page 42 DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide 3. Under the Static IP heading, choose the Connection Type from the pull-down menu. This defines both the connection type and encapsulation method used for your ADSL service. The available options are Bridged IP LLC, Bridged IP VC-Mux, Routed IP LLC, Routed IP VC-Mux or IPoA. If have not been provided specific information for the Connection Type setting, leave the default setting.
  • Page 43 DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Additional settings for Static IP Address connections: Static IP Description Parameters Connection Type This specifies the connection type and the encapsulation method used for your Static IP Address connection. The options available are Bridged IP LLC, Bridged IP VC-Mux, Routed IP LLC, Routed IP VC-Mux or IPoA.

  • Page 44: Pppoe/Pppoa

    DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide PPPoE/PPPoA Follow the instructions below to configure the Router to use a PPPoE or PPPoA for the Internet connection. Make sure you have all the necessary information before you configure the WAN connection. Most users will only need to change some or all...
  • Page 45 DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide PPPoE and PPPoA Settings in detail The example menu below is a section of the WAN settings for PPPoE and PPPoA connection types. Most users will only need to enter a User Name and Password.
  • Page 46 DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide 6. Leave the MTU value at the default setting (default = 1400) unless you have specific reasons to change this (see table below for more information). 7. Leave the MRU value at the default setting (default = 1492) unless you have specific reasons to change this (see table below for more information).
  • Page 47 DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide PPPoE/PPPoA Description Parameters User Name For PPP connections, a User Name and Password are used to identify and verify your account to the ISP. Enter the User Name for your ADSL service account. User names and passwords are case-sensitive, so enter this information exactly as given to you by your ISP.

  • Page 48: Atm Settings - Traffic Shaping

    DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide ATM Settings - Traffic Shaping The ATM settings in the WAN Settings windows for the different connection types can be used to adjust QoS parameters for ADSL clients. This may not be available to all ADSL accounts.
  • Page 49 DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide The table below provides a description of the ATM settings for traffic shaping. Description Parameters The ATM settings allow the user to adjust ATM Quality of Service (QoS) or traffic parameters to suit specific traffic requirements. For applications or circumstances where packet loss or packet delay is a concern, ATM QoS can be adjusted to minimize problems.

  • Page 50: Atm Vc Settings

    DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide ATM VC Settings ATM VC settings can be configured for all connection types in the WAN configuration menu of the Home directory. ATM VC Settings in WAN Settings menu The table below describes the ATM VC settings used to configure a connection for an ADSL account.

  • Page 51: Pptp Connection

    DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide PPTP Connection Some ISPs use PPTP tunneling to create a secure point-to-point connection that requires input of a user name and password. This connection type might operate together with a Static IP address, Dynamic IP address or a PPPoE/PPPoA type connection.

  • Page 52: Lan

    DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide You can configure the LAN IP address to suit your preference. Many users will find it convenient to use the default settings together with DHCP service to manage the IP settings for their private network. The IP address of the Router is the base address used for DHCP.

  • Page 53: Dhcp

    DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide DHCP The DHCP server is enabled by default for the Router’s Ethernet LAN interface. DHCP service will supply IP settings to workstations configured to automatically obtain IP settings that are connected to the Router though the Ethernet port.

  • Page 54: Disable The Dhcp Server

    DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide To display the DHCP Settings window, click the DHCP button in the Home directory. Any active DHCP Clients appear at the bottom of the window in the DHCP Clients List. The IP address and MAC address for active DHCP clients are displayed in the list.
  • Page 55 To manually configure IP settings on Windows workstations, open the TCP/IP Properties menu and select the “Use the following IP address” option. You will need to supply the IP addres, Subnet mask and Defualt gateway (use IP address of DSL-G624T) for each Note workstation.

  • Page 56: Dns

    DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide The Router can be configured to relay DNS settings from your ISP or another available service to workstations on your LAN. When using DNS relay, the Router will accept DNS requests from hosts on the LAN and forward them to the ISP’s, or alternative DNS servers.

  • Page 57: Dynamic Dns

    DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Dynamic DNS The Router supports DDNS (Dynamic Domain Name Service). The Dynamic DNS service allows a dynamic public IP address to be associated with a static host name in any of the many domains, allowing access to a specified host from various locations on the Internet.

  • Page 58: Save Settings And Reboot

    DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Save Settings and Reboot When you have configured the DSL-G624T with the settings you desire, make sure you save those settings. To save the system configuration settings, click the Tools tab. You will be presented first with the Administrator Settings window.

  • Page 59: Multiple Virtual Connections

    DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Multiple Virtual Connections The Router supports multiple virtual connections. Up to eight PVCs to eight separate destinations can be created and operated simultaneously utilizing the same bandwidth. Additional PVC connections can be added for various purposes. For example, you may want to establish a private connection to remote office in order to create an extended LAN, or setup a server on a separate connection.

  • Page 60: Advanced Management

    DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Advanced Management This chapter introduces and describes the management features that have not been presented in the previous chapter. These include the more advanced features used for network management and security as well as...

  • Page 61: Upnp

    DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide UPnP UPnP supports zero-configuration networking and automatic discovery for many types of networked devices. When enabled, it allows other devices that support UPnP to dynamically join a network, obtain an IP address, convey its capabilities, and learn about the presence and capabilities of other devices. DHCP and DNS service can also be used if available on the network.

  • Page 62: Virtual Server

    (WAN-to-LAN) traffic. The Virtual Server function allows remote users to access services on your LAN such as FTP for file transfers or SMTP and POP3 for e-mail. The DSL-G624T will accept remote requests for these services at your Global IP Address, using the specified TCP or UDP protocol and port number, and then redirect these requests to the server on your LAN with the LAN IP address you specify.
  • Page 63 DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide There are many different pre-configured rules available for specific functions such as Internet gaming, VPN, streaming and interactive multi-media, standard TCP/IP protocols, reserved ports, p2p, network management applications, and so on. You may also create customized rules to manage TCP/UDP ports. The pre-configured rules include those...
  • Page 64 DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Custom Forwarding Rules The User category for port forwarding is used to set up customized port forwarding rules. To set up custom TCP or UDP port forwarding rules, follow these steps: 1. Select the User category and click the Add button located below the Available Rules list. This will change the window to look like the window below.

  • Page 65: Lan Clients

    DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide LAN Clients The LAN Clients window is used when establishing port forwarding rules in the Virtual Server and Filters windows. This window can be accessed directly by clicking on the LAN Clients button in the Advanced tab.

  • Page 66: Snmp

    DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide SNMP Simple Network Management Protocol is a standard for internetwork and intranetwork management. SNMP Management menu Configure these parameters for SNMP on the Router: SNMP Category Parameters This is used to enable or disable SNMP Agent and SNMP Traps or edit client SNMP Management SNMP Name, Location and Contact.

  • Page 67: Filters

    DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Filters Filter rules in the Router are put in place to allow or block specified traffic. The Filter Rules however can be used in a single direction to examine and then Allow or Deny traffic for Inbound (WAN to LAN) or Outbound (LAN to WAN) routed data.
  • Page 68 DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide The parameters described in the table below are used to set up filter rules. Click the Apply button to put the new rule into effect. Any filter rule configured in the menu will appear in the Filters List with the new settings.

  • Page 69: Bridge Filters

    DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Bridge Filters Bridge filters are used to block or allow various types of packets through the WAN interface. This may be done for security or to improve network efficiency. The rules are configured for individual devices based on MAC address.

  • Page 70: Routing

    DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Routing Use Static Routing to specify a route used for data traffic within your Ethernet LAN or to route data on the WAN. This is used to specify that all packets destined for a particular network or subnet use a predetermined gateway.

  • Page 71: Dmz

    DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Firewalls may conflict with certain interactive applications such as video conferencing or playing Internet video games. For these applications, a firewall bypass can be set up using a DMZ IP address. The DMZ IP address is a “visible”...

  • Page 72: Parental Control

    DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Parental Control Use Parental Controls to deny access to specified websites or websites containing specified words in the URL. Parental Control menu...

  • Page 73: Url Blocking

    DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide URL Blocking URL or Uniform Resource Locator is a specially formatted text string that uniquely defines an Internet website. This window will allow users to block computers on the LAN from accessing certain URLs. This may be accomplished by simply entering the URL to be blocked in the URL Address field.

  • Page 74: Firewall

    DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Firewall The Firewall Configuration window allows the Router to enforce specific predefined policies intended to protect against certain common types of attacks. There are two general types of protection (DoS, Port Scan) that can be enabled on the Router, as well as filtering for specific packet types sometimes used by hackers.

  • Page 75: Rip

    DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide A DoS "denial-of-service" attack is characterized by an explicit attempt by attackers to prevent legitimate users of a service from using that service. Examples include: attempts to "flood" a network, thereby preventing legitimate network traffic, attempts to disrupt connections between two machines, thereby preventing access to a service, attempts to prevent a particular individual from accessing a service, or, attempts to disrupt service to a specific system or person.

  • Page 76: Adsl

    DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide ADSL This window allows the user to set the configuration for ADSL protocols. For most ADSL accounts the default settings ADSL2+(Multi-Mode) will work. This configuration works with all ADSL implementations. If you have been given instructions to change the Modulation method used, select the desired option from the Modulation Type drop-down menu and click the Apply button.

  • Page 77: Atm Vcc

    DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide ATM VCC This window is used to configure the WAN connection. If you are using multiple PVCs, you can change the configuration of any PVC in this window. To create new or additional PVCs, read the section on Multiple PVCs on page 51.

  • Page 78: Qos

    DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Quality of Service or QoS assigns a priority level to data packets to make sure time sensitive network applications operate smoothly with minimal delay. QoS enables applications such as VoIP (voice-over Internet Protocol) or video conferencing to function well on networks that may have multiple simultaneous transmissions of many types of data.

  • Page 79: Port Mapping And Priority Setting

    DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Port Mapping and Priority Setting To set QoS for the router, first click the Port Mapping QoS check option in the middle of the window. This will open the menu pictured below. Select the PVC (PVC0-PVC7) that will associate with the corresponding port and choose a priority for this combination.

  • Page 80: Ip Qos

    DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide IP QoS QoS information contained in the header of IP packets is also used for priority management. To use IP QoS, select the IP QoS option, the menu changes to display new configuration parameters. For multiple PVC accounts, select the PVC to associate with the corresponding action and choose a maximum bandwidth (Auto, 64 to 768) and classification for this combination.
  • Page 81 DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide IP ToS Additional IP QoS options become available when you select ToS, Application, or User Define from the Classified by drop-down menu. Select ToS to display the IP QoS by Type of Service (ToS) menu.
  • Page 82 DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Application For Application class QoS, a weighted priority can be set. Select the mechanism by which the four hardware- determined priority queues are emptied by assigning a weight, in percentage terms, to each priority queue, and then assigning a packet type that can be associated with an application type.
  • Page 83 DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide User Defined User defined class QoS, also uses weighted priority. The value, mask and offset of the IP header to to define the pattern. The value and mask are defined using hexadecimal numbers. The offset uses a numerical value from 0 to 100.

  • Page 84: Wireless Management

    DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Wireless Management This window includes separate menus for Access List, Associated Stations display, Multiple SSID operation and WDS (Wireless Distribution System). Click the appropriate radio button to view the window for any of these Wireless Management items.

  • Page 85: Associated Stations

    DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Associated Stations Use the Associated Stations list to view wireless stations currently associated with the access point. Wireless Management – Associated Stations menu The Associated Stations list displays the MAC address of stations currently associated with the Access Point.

  • Page 86: Multiple Ssid

    DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Multiple SSID The access point in the Router supports use of multiple SSIDs. Up to four SSIDs may be used. Use the Multiple SSID menu to enable, create, and configure additional SSIDs for your wireless network.

  • Page 87: Wireless Distribution System

    DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Wireless Distribution System The Router’s access point supports Wireless Distribution System (WDS) to enable interconnection with other access points through the wireless network. WDS facilitates roaming between different access points and connectivity to the Ethernet and Internet. WDS is also used to connect two distant Ethernet LAN groups that may be be difficult or impractical to connect to each other with cable.
  • Page 88 DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide WDS Mode Parameters In bridge mode, the access point communicates only with other access points. No wireless clients can associate with an access point in bridge mode. In bridge mode, the access point has the option of acting as a Root (click the Activate as Root box to enable).

  • Page 89: Wireless Performance

    DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Wireless Performance This window is used to configure settings for the Access Point feature of this device. Configuring these settings may increase the performance of your router but if you are not familiar with networking devices and protocols, this section should be left at its default settings.
  • Page 90 DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide See the table below for a description of Wireless Performance parameters. Performance Description Parameter Beacons are emitted from the router in order to synchronize the wireless Beacon Interval network. You may set the Beacon Interval range between 20-100 microseconds per beacon sent.

  • Page 91: Tools

    DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Tools Click the Tools tab to reveal the window buttons for various functions located in this directory. The Administrator Settings window is the first item in the Tools directory. This window is used to change the system password used to access the web manager, to save or load Router configuration settings and to restore default settings.

  • Page 92: Change System Password

    DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Change System Password Click the Admin button in the Tools directory to view the the Administrator Settings window. Select the password level being changed, click the Modify admin password option to change Admistrator level password or Modify user password option to change the user level password.

  • Page 93: Remote Management

    DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Remote Management The Administrator Settings window is also used to enable remote Telnet management, remote SSH management and remote web management access to the Router. In each case, the procedure to enable remote management of the Router is the same. First, select the State...

  • Page 94: Time

    DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Time The Router provides a number of options to maintain current date and time including SNTP. Time menu To configure system time on the Router, select the method used to maintain time. The options available include SNTP, using your computer’s system clock (default) or set the time and date manually.

  • Page 95: Remote Log

    DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Remote Log Us this window to set up logging to servers or computers that are located outside the LAN or subnet of the Router. Remote Log Settings menu Select the Log Level from the pull-down menu. The levels available are: Alert, Critical, Debug, Error, Info, Notice, Panic and Warning.

  • Page 96: System

    DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide System Save or Load Configuration File Once you have configured the Router to your satisfaction, it is a good idea to back up the configuration file to your computer. To save the current configuration settings to your computer, click the System button in the Tools directory to display the System Settings window.

  • Page 97: Firmware Upgrade

    DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Firmware Upgrade Performing a Firmware Upgrade can sometimes change the configuration settings. Be sure to back-up the Router’s configuration settings before upgrading the Note firmware. Use this window to load the latest firmware for the device. Note that the device configuration settings may return to the factory default settings, so make sure you save the configuration settings with the System Settings window described above.

  • Page 98: Miscellaneous

    DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Miscellaneous To perform a statndard Ping test for network connectivity, click the Misc. window button in the Tools directory to view the Miscellaneous Configuration window. Miscellaneous Configuration menu Ping Test The Ping test functions on the WAN and LAN interfaces. Type the IP address you want to check in the space...

  • Page 99: Diagnostic Test

    DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Diagnostic Test This window is used to test connectivity of the Router. A Ping test may be done through the local or external interface to test connectivity to known IP addresses. The diagnostics feature executes a series of test of your system software and hardware connections.

  • Page 100: Status

    DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Status Use the various read-only windows to view system information and monitor performance. Device Info Use this window to quickly view basic current information about the LAN and WAN interfaces and device information including Firmware Version and MAC address.

  • Page 101: Dhcp Clients

    DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide DHCP Clients The DHCP Clients list displays active DHCP clients when the router is acting as a DHCP server. DHCP Clients menu...

  • Page 102: Log

    DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide The system log displays chronological event log data. Use the navigation buttons to view or scroll log pages. You may also save a simple text file containing the log to your computer. Click the Save Log button and follow the prompts to save the file.

  • Page 103: Statistics

    DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Statistics Use this window to monitor traffic on the Ethernet, ADSL, or wireless connection. Select the interface for which you want to view packet statistics and the information will appear below. Traffic Statistics menu...

  • Page 104: Adsl

    DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide ADSL Use this window for troubleshooting the ADSL connection. ADSL Status menu...

  • Page 105: Help

    DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Help He help menu links to brief explanations of the various menus and settings found in the web manager. Help menu Click the desired hyperlink to access help files.

  • Page 106: Technical Specifications

    DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Technical Specifications General ADSL Standards ADSL2 Standards • ANSI T1.413 Issue 2 • ITU G.992.3 (G.dmt.bis) Annex A • ITU G.992.1 (G.dmt) AnnexA • ITU G.992.4 (G.lite.bis) Annex A ADSL Standards: • ITU G.992.2 (G.lite) Annex A ADSL2+ Standards •...

  • Page 107: Power Adapter

    DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Physical and Environmental DC Inputs: Input: 120V AC 60Hz Output: 12V AC, 1200mA Power Adapter: 12 Watts (max) Power Consumption: Operating 0° to 40°C Temperature: Storage -20° to 70°C Temperature Humidity: 5% to 95% (non-condensing) Dimensions: 115 mm x 192 mm x 30.8 mm...

  • Page 108: Transmit Power

    DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Wireless Standards IEEE 802.11, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11b IEEE 802.11b: DQPSK, DBPSK, DSSS, and CCK Modulation IEEE 802.11g: BPSK, QPSK, 16QAM, 64QAM, OFDM 2.4 GHz to 2.46 GHz (2400 ~ 2483.5MHz ISM band) Frequency Operating Indoors –...

  • Page 109: Configuring Ip Settings On Your Computer

    DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Configuring IP Settings on Your Computer In order to configure your system to receive IP settings from the Router it must first have the TCP/IP protocol installed. If you have an Ethernet port on your computer, it probably already has TCP/IP protocol installed.
  • Page 110 DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide 2. In the Control Panel window, click Network and Internet Connections. Click Network and Internet Connections. 3. In the Network and Internet Connections window, click Network Connections. Click Network Connections. 4. In the Network Connections window, right-click on Local Area Connection, then click Properties.
  • Page 111 DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Right-click on the Local Area Connection icon and select the Properties option from the pull-down menu. 5. In the General tab of the Local Area Connection Properties window, highlight Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) under “This connection uses the following items:” by clicking on it once. Click on the Properties button.

  • Page 112: Windows 2000

    DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Select Obtain an IP address automatically in the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties window. Your computer is now ready to use the Router’s DHCP server. Windows 2000 First, check for the IP protocol and, if necessary, install it: 1.
  • Page 113 DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Configure Windows 2000 for DHCP In the Control Panel, double-click the Network and Dial-up Connections icon. 1. In Network and Dial-up Connections window, right-click the Local Area Connection icon, and then select Properties. 2. In the Local Area Connection Properties dialog box, select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), and then click Properties.
  • Page 114 DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Windows ME First, check for the IP protocol and, if necessary, install it: 1. In the Windows task bar, click the Start button, point to Settings, and then click Control Panel. 2. Double-click the Network and Dial-up Connections icon.
  • Page 115 DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Configure Windows NT 4.0 for DHCP 1. Open the Control Panel window, and then double-click the Network icon. 2. In the Network dialog box, click the Protocols tab. 3. In the Protocols tab, select TCP/IP, and then click Properties.

  • Page 116: Low Pass Filters For Dsl

    DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Low Pass Filters for DSL Most ADSL clients will be required to install a simple device that prevents the ADSL line from interfering with regular telephone services. These devices are commonly referred to as microfilters or low pass filters.

  • Page 117: Port Filter

    DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Three Port Filter Another style of filter is installed at the same point where the Router connects to the telephone line. Only a single filter is required. The connection ports are typically labeled as follows: Line - This port connects to the wall jack.

  • Page 118: International Offices

    Norway TEL: 886-2-2910-2626 India FAX: 886-2-2910-1515 Karihaugveien 89 URL: www.dlinktw.com.tw N-1086 Oslo D-Link House, Kurla Bandra Complex Road Norway Off CST Road, Santacruz (East) Headquarters TEL: +47 99 300 100 Mumbai - 400098 2F, No. 233-2, Pao-Chiao Rd. FAX: +47 22 30 95 80...

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