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Preface D-Link reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes in the content hereof without obligation to notify any person or organization of such revisions or changes. Trademarks D-Link and the D-Link logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of D-Link Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States or other countries. All other company or product names mentioned herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.
FCC Regulations This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Table of Contents Table of Contents Preface.................................................................................. i Trademarks....................................................................................... i FCC Regulations............................................................................. ii Product Overview............................................................... 1 Package Contents..........................................................................
Table of Contents Advanced Network.............................................................46 Tools.................................................................................................47 Admin......................................................................................47 Time..........................................................................................48 Syslog.......................................................................................49 E-mail Settings......
Section 1 - Product Overview Product Overview Package Contents • • • • D-Link DWR-921 4G LTE Router Power adapter Manual and Warranty on CD (2) Antennas Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with the DWR-921 will cause damage and void the warranty for this product. System Requirements • A compatible (U)SIM card with service.
Section 1 - Product Overview Introduction The D-Link 4G LTE Router allows users to access worldwide mobile broadband networks. Once connected, users can transfer data, stream media, and send SMS messages. Simply insert your UMTS/HSUPA SIM card, and share your 3G/4G Internet connection through a secure 802.11n wireless network or using any of the four 10/100 Ethernet ports. Keep your wireless network safe with WPA/WPA2 wireless encryption.
Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview Rear Panel WAN Port LAN Ports Port LAN Ports (RJ-45) WAN Port (RJ-45) SIM Power Power Switch D-Link DWR-921 User Manual Power Connector SIM Card Slot Power Switch Function Connects to a network device such as a desktop or notebook computer through an Ethernet cable. Connects to a DSL/Cable modem or router through an Ethernet cable. Accepts a standard (U)SIM card for 3G/4G connectivity. Connects to the included power adapter. Turns the device on or off.
Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview Front Panel Signal Strength Reset Button Button Name Reset WPS D-Link DWR-921 User Manual WAN LAN1 LAN2 LAN3 Status 3G 4G SMS LAN4 WLAN WPS Button Function Press this button with an unfolded paperclip to reset the device. Press this button to initiate a new WPS connection. Refer to “Wi-Fi Protected Setup” on page 29 for more details.
Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview LEDs LED Name Signal Strength Status WAN LAN 1-4 Status 3G 4G SMS WLAN D-Link DWR-921 User Manual Function Blinking Red: No SIM card / signal or unverified PIN code Solid Red: Signal strength is at level one (weak) Solid Amber: Signal strength is at level two or three (medium) Solid Green: Signal strength is at level four or five (strong) Blinking Green: Device is working Solid Green: Ethernet connection has been established Blinking Green: Data is being tr
Section 2 - Installation Installation This section will guide 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 an attic or garage. Connect to Your Network 1. Ensure that your DWR-921 4G LTE Router is disconnected and powered off. 2. Insert a standard (U)SIM card into the SIM card slot on the back of the router as indicated by the SIM card logo next to the slot.
Section 2 - Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The DWR-921 can be accessed using a wireless connection from anywhere within the operating range of your wireless network. Keep in mind that the quantity, thickness, and location of walls, ceilings, or other objects that the wireless signals must pass through may limit the range of the wireless signal. Ranges vary depending on the types of materials and background RF (radio frequency) noise in your home or office.
Section 3 - Configuration Configuration This section will show you how to configure your new D-Link mobile 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 by default). To log in to the configuration utility, enter admin as the username, and then enter the password. By default, the password is blank.
Section 3 - Configuration Setup The SETUP pages allow you to configure your Internet and wireless settings, as well as manage your SMS inbox. To view the Setup configuration pages, click on SETUP at the top of the screen. Internet The Internet page allows you to configure how your router connects to the Internet. There are two ways to set up your Internet connection.
Section 3 - Configuration Create a new password and then click Next to continue. Select your time zone from the drop-down box and then click Next to continue. Select the Internet connection type you use. The connection types are explained on the following page. If you are unsure which connection type you should use, contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP). Click Prev to go back to the previous page or click Cancel to close the wizard.
Section 3 - Configuration The subsequent configuration pages will differ depending on the selection you make on this page. DHCP Connection Choose this if your Internet connection automatically provides you with an IP Address. Most cable modems use (Dynamic IP Address): this type of connection. See “Dynamic IP (DHCP)” on page 14 for information about how to configure this type of connection. Username / Password Choose this option if your Internet connection requires a username and password to connect.
Section 3 - Configuration Manual Internet Connection Setup To set up your Internet connection manually, click Manual Internet Connection Setup. Internet Connection Several different Internet Connection types can be selected depending upon the specifications of your Internet Service Provider (ISP). You can also set up the Auto-Backup feature, which allows you to use a 3G/4G connection for your Internet connection if your main connection fails.
Section 3 - Configuration Static IP Choose this Internet connection if your ISP assigns you a static IP address. After modifying any settings, click Save Settings to save your changes. IP Address: Enter the IP address assigned to your network connection. Subnet Mask: Enter the subnet mask. Default Gateway: Enter the default gateway. Primary DNS Server: Enter the primary DNS server. Secondary DNS Server: Enter the secondary DNS server.
Section 3 - Configuration Dynamic IP (DHCP) This section will help you to obtain IP Address information automatically from your ISP. Use this option if your ISP didn’t provide you with IP Address information and/or a username and password. After modifying any settings, click Save Settings to save your changes. Primary DNS Server: (Optional) Fill in with IP address of primary DNS server. Secondary DNS Server: (Optional) Fill in with IP address of secondary DNS server.
Section 3 - Configuration PPPoE Choose this Internet connection if your ISP provides you with a PPPoE account. After modifying any settings, click Save Settings to save your changes. Username: The username/account name that your ISP provides to you for PPPoE dial-up. Password: Password that your ISP provides to you for PPPoE dial-up. Verify Password: Fill in with the same password in Password field. Service Name: (Optional) Fill in if provided by your ISP. IP Address: Fill in if provided by your ISP.
Section 3 - Configuration Maximum Transmission The default setting of PPPoE is 1492. Unit (MTU): Auto-reconnect: The device will automatically reconnect to your PPPoE connection automatically.
Section 3 - Configuration PPTP Choose this Internet connection if your ISP provides you with a PPTP account. After modifying any settings, click Save Settings to save your changes. Address Mode: Choose Static IP only if your ISP assigns you an IP address. Otherwise, please choose Dynamic IP. PPTP IP Address: Enter the information provided by your ISP. (Only applicable for Static IP PPTP.) PPTP Subnet Mask: Enter the information provided by your ISP. (Only applicable for Static IP PPTP.
Section 3 - Configuration Maximum Idle Time: The time of no activity to disconnect your PPTP session. Set it to zero or choose Always-on to disable this feature.
Section 3 - Configuration L2TP Choose this Internet connection if your ISP provides you with an L2TP account. After modifying any settings, click Save Settings to save your changes. Address Mode: Choose Static IP only if your ISP assigns you an IP address. Otherwise, please choose Dynamic IP. L2TP IP Address: Enter the information provided by your ISP. (Only applicable for Static IP L2TP.) L2TP Subnet Mask: Enter the information provided by your ISP. (Only applicable for Static IP L2TP.
Section 3 - Configuration 3G/4G Choose this Internet connection if you already use a SIM card for 3G/4G Internet service from your mobile service company. The fields here may not be necessary for your connection. The information on this page should only be used if required by your service provider. After modifying any settings, click Save Settings to save your changes.
Section 3 - Configuration Primary DNS Server: (Optional) Fill in if provided by your ISP. If not, keep the default value. Secondary DNS Server: (Optional) Fill in if provided by your ISP. If not, keep the default value. Keep Alive: Select Disable or Use Ping depending on the settings required by your ISP. If you select Use Ping, set the ping interval and the IP address to ping. Bridge Ethernet Ports: Activate this feature to use the Ethernet WAN port as an additional LAN port.
Section 3 - Configuration Wireless Settings This section will help you to manually configure the wireless settings of your router. Please note that changes made on this section may also need to be duplicated on your wireless devices and clients. The Wireless Settings page allows you to configure how your router connects to the Internet. There are several ways to set up your wireless connection.
Section 3 - Configuration Enter a name for your wireless network, then click Next to continue. Select a level of wireless security to use, then click Next to continue. If you chose BEST or BETTER, select whether to use TKIP or AES encryption, then enter a password to use for your wireless network. It is recommended that you use AES if your wireless computers and devices support it, as it is more secure. Click Next to continue.
Section 3 - Configuration Manual Wireless Connection Setup To set up your wireless connection manually, click Manual Wireless Connection Setup.
Section 3 - Configuration Wireless Settings This page lets you set up your wireless network and choose a wireless security mode. After modifying any settings, click Save Settings to save your changes. Enable Wireless: Select this checkbox to enable wireless access. When you set this option, the following parameters take effect. Wireless Network Name: Also known as the SSID (Service Set Identifier), this is the name of your Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN).
Section 3 - Configuration Wireless Security Mode You can choose from several different wireless security modes. After selecting a mode, the settings for that mode will appear. After modifying any settings, click Save Settings to save your changes. Security Mode: You can choose from 4 different security modes. • None: No security will be used. This setting is not recommended. • WEP: WEP encryption will be used. This setting is only recommended if your wireless devices cannot support WPA or WPA2.
Section 3 - Configuration If you choose WEP, the following options will appear: Authentication: Select whether to use Open or Shared authentication. WEP Encryption: Select whether to use 64-bit or 128-bit encryption. Default WEP Key: Select which WEP key (1-4) to use as the default key. This will also change the WEP Key text box to that WEP key for your to configure(1-4). WEP Key: Set the WEP key/password for your wireless network.
Section 3 - Configuration If you choose WPA-Enterprise, the following options will appear: WPA Mode: Select whether to use WPA2 only or WPA only. WPA2 only is the most secure, provided that all of your clients can support it. Cipher Type: Select whether to use the TKIP or AES cipher. The AES cipher is the most secure, provided that all of your clients can support it. RADIUS Server IP Enter the IP address of your RADIUS server. Address: RADIUS Server Port: Enter the port used for your RADIUS server.
Section 3 - Configuration Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) To open the Wi-Fi Protected Setup page, click Wi-Fi Protected Setup. The Wi-Fi Protected Setup page allows you to create a wireless connection between your router and a device automatically by simply pushing a button or entering a PIN code. You can also use Windows 7 to do initial configuration of your router by using the Connect to a network wizard in Windows, and entering the WPS PIN/AP PIN of the router when prompted.
Section 3 - Configuration WPS: Select whether you would like to enable or disable WPS features. AP PIN (also known as If you use Windows 7’s Connect to a network wizard to do WPS PIN): initial configuration of the router, you will need to enter the WPS PIN/AP PIN into the wizard when prompted. The factory default WPS PIN/AP PIN is printed on a label located on the bottom of the router. You can click the Generate New PIN button to change it to a randomly generated PIN.
Section 3 - Configuration Network Settings This section will help you to change the internal network settings of your router and to configure the DHCP Server settings. After modifying any settings, click Save Settings to save your changes. Router Settings Router IP Address: Enter the IP address you want to use for the router. The default IP address is 192.168.0.1. If you change the IP address, you will need to enter the new IP address in your browser to get into the configuration utility.
Section 3 - Configuration DHCP Server Settings The DWR-921 has a built-in DHCP (Dynamic Host Control Protocol) server. The DHCP server assigns IP addresses to devices on the network that request them. By default, the DHCP Server is enabled on the device. The DHCP address pool contains a range of IP addresses, which is automatically assigned to the clients on the network. After modifying any settings, click Save Settings to save your changes.
Section 3 - Configuration Message Service If your ISP provides SMS service, you can check and send messages from this page. SMS Inbox: Click this button to view SMS messages that you have received. Create Message: Click this button to create a new message to send. SMS Inbox This page shows all messages that are stored on the SIM card. Select a message to display its contents in the SMS window. After you read it, you can delete it, or reply to the sender. Click the Refresh button to update the list.
Section 3 - Configuration Create Message This page allows you to send an SMS to your contacts. Just fill in the phone number of the recipient, and type the content of message. Then push the “Send Message” button to send out this message. If you would like to add more than one recipient, you must put a semicolon (;) between each of the phone numbers. Receiver: Type the phone number of the recipient. Text Message: Type the message that you would like to send.
Section 3 - Configuration Advanced The ADVANCED pages allow you to configure the more advanced settings of the router, such as Virtual Server(Port Forwarding), MAC and URL filtering, and advanced wireless and network settings. To view the Advanced configuration pages, click on ADVANCED at the top of the screen. Virtual Server The device can be configured as a virtual server so that users can access services such as Web or FTP via the public (WAN) IP address of the router.
Section 3 - Configuration VIRTUAL SERVERS LIST ID: This identifies the rule. Service Ports Enter the public port(s) you want to open. Server IP: Port: Enter the IP address and port of the computer on your local network that you want to forward the Service Ports to. Enable: Tick the checkbox to enable the specified rule. Schedule Rule #: Specify the schedule rule number. To create schedules, please refer to “Schedules” on page 55.
Section 3 - Configuration Application Rules Some applications require multiple connections, such as Internet gaming, video conferencing, and Internet telephony among others. These applications may have difficulty working through NAT (Network Address Translation). Application Rules allow some of these applications to work with the DWR-921 by opening ports after detecting traffic being sent through a trigger port. After modifying any settings, click Save Settings to save your changes.
Section 3 - Configuration QoS Engine The QoS Engine improves your online gaming or streaming media experience by ensuring that your game or media traffic is prioritized over other network traffic, such as FTP or Web. For best performance, use the Automatic Classification option to automatically set the priority for your applications. After modifying any settings, click Save Settings to save your changes. QOS ENGINE SETUP Enable QOS Packet Filter: Select this box to enable the QoS feature.
Section 3 - Configuration MAC Address Filter The MAC (Media Access Controller) Address Filter option is used to control network access based on the MAC Address of the network adapter. A MAC address is a unique ID assigned by the manufacturer of the network adapter. This feature can be configured to ALLOW or DENY network/ Internet access. After modifying any settings, click Save Settings to save your changes. MAC FILTERING SETTINGS MAC Address Control: Tick this box to enable MAC Filtering.
Section 3 - Configuration URL Filter URL Filter allows you to set up a list of websites that will be blocked from users on your network. After modifying any settings, click Save Settings to save your changes. URL Filtering: Select this box to enable URL Filtering. URL FILTERING RULES ID: This identifies the rule. URL: Enter URL that you would like to block. All URLs that begin with this URL will be blocked. Enable: Tick the checkbox to enable the specified rule.
Section 3 - Configuration Outbound Filter Outbound Filter enables you to control what packets are allowed to be sent out to the Internet. The outbound filter applies to all outbound packets. After modifying any settings, click Save Settings to save your changes. OUTBOUND FILTER SETTING Outbound Filter: Select this box to Enable outbound filtering. Use Schedule Rule: Select a schedule to use and copy to the specified rule ID when you click the Copy to button.
Section 3 - Configuration Inbound Filter Inbound Filter enables you to control what packets are allowed to come in to your network from the Internet. The inbound filter only applies to packets that are destined for Virtual Servers or DMZ hosts. After modifying any settings, click Save Settings to save your changes. INBOUND FILTER SETTING Inbound Filter: Select this box to Enable the filter. Use Schedule Rule: Select a schedule to use and copy to the specified rule ID when you click the Copy to button.
Section 3 - Configuration SNMP SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) is a widely used network monitoring and control protocol that reports activity on each network device to the administrator of the network. SNMP can be used to monitor traffic and statistics of the DWR-921. The DWR-921 supports SNMP v1 and v2c. After modifying any settings, click Save Settings to save your changes. SNMP SNMP Local: Select whether to Enable or Disable local SNMP administration.
Section 3 - Configuration Routing The Routing page allows you to specify custom routes that determine how data is moved around your network. After modifying any settings, click Save Settings to save your changes. RIP SETTING RIP: Select this box to enable routing, then select which routing protocol to use: • RIPv1: Protocol in which the IP address is routed through the internet.
Section 3 - Configuration Advanced Wireless Advanced Wireless contains settings which can negatively affect the performance of your router if configured improperly. Do not change these settings unless you are already familiar with them or have been instructed to make the change by one of our support personnel. After modifying any settings, click Save Settings to save your changes. Beacon Interval: Specify a value for the beacon interval.
Section 3 - Configuration Advanced Network Advanced Network contains settings which can change the way the router handles certain types of traffic. We recommend that you do not change any of these settings unless you are already familiar with them or have been instructed to make the change by one of our support personnel. After modifying any settings, click Save Settings to save your changes. Enable UPnP: Tick this checkbox to use the Universal Plug and Play (UPnP™) feature.
Section 3 - Configuration Tools The TOOLS pages allow you to adjust various system settings for your router, such as the system time, firmware, and custom schedules. To view the Tools pages, click on TOOLS at the top of the screen. Admin The Admin page allows you to change the Administrator password and enable Remote Management. The admin has read/write access while users only have read-only access. Only the admin has the ability to change both admin and user account passwords.
Section 3 - Configuration Time This section will help you set the time zone that you are in and an NTP (Network Time Protocol) server to use. Daylight Saving can also be configured to adjust the time when needed. After modifying any settings, click Save Settings to save your changes. TIME AND DATE CONFIGURATION Time Zone: Select the appropriate Time Zone from the drop-down box. Enable Daylight Saving: Tick this checkbox to allow for daylight saving adjustments.
Section 3 - Configuration Syslog The DWR-921 keeps a running log of events and activities occurring on the router. You may send these logs to a syslog server on your network. After modifying any settings, click Save Settings to save your changes. Enable Logging to Syslog Tick this checkbox to send the router logs to a syslog server. Server: Syslog Server IP Address: Enter the IP address of the syslog server that the router will send the logs to.
Section 3 - Configuration E-mail Settings E-mail Settings allow you to send the system log files, router alert messages, and firmware update notifications to an e-mail address. After modifying any settings, click Save Settings to save your changes. Enable E-mail When this option is enabled, router activity logs will be Notification: e-mailed to the specified e-mail address. SMTP Sever IP and Port: Enter the SMTP server IP address the router will use to send e-mails.
Section 3 - Configuration System Here, you can save the current system settings to a local hard drive. After modifying any settings, click Save Settings to save your changes. Save Settings To Local Use this option to save your current router configuration Hard Drive settings to a file. Click Save to open a file dialog, and then select a location and file name for the settings. Load Settings From Local Use this option to load previously saved router configuration Hard Drive: settings. Click Browse...
Section 3 - Configuration Firmware Here, you can upgrade the firmware of your router. Make sure the firmware you want to use is on the local hard drive of the computer and then click Browse to upload the file. You can check for and download firmware updates at the D-Link support site at http://support.dlink.com. After modifying any settings, click Save Settings to save your changes. Current Firmware Version: Displays your current firmware’s version.
Section 3 - Configuration Dynamic DNS The DDNS feature allows you to host a server (Web, FTP, or Game Server) using a domain name that you have purchased (such as www.exampledomain.com) with your dynamically assigned IP address. You can use one of the listed DDNS service, or you can sign up for D-Link’s free DDNS service at www.dlinkddns.com. After modifying any settings, click Save Settings to save your changes. DDNS: Tick this checkbox to enable the DDNS feature.
Section 3 - Configuration System Check This useful diagnostic utility can be used to check if a computer is connected to the network. It sends ping packets and listens for responses from the specific host. After modifying any settings, click Save Settings to save your changes. Host Name or IP Address: Enter a host name or the IP address that you want to ping and click the Ping button. The results of the ping attempt will be displayed in the PING RESULT section below.
Section 3 - Configuration Schedules This section allows you to manage schedule rules for various firewall and parental control features. After modifying any settings, click Save Settings to save your changes. Enable Schedule: Tick this checkbox to enable schedules. Edit: Click this button to edit the selected rule. (see below) Delete: Click this button to delete the selected rule. Previous Page: Click this button to go to the previous page of rules.
Section 3 - Configuration Status The STATUS pages allow you to see the current status of the router for various categories, including WAN, 3G, network, and wireless. To view the Status pages, click on STATUS at the top of the screen. Device Info All of your Internet and network connection details are displayed on this page. The firmware version is also displayed here. General: Displays the current time and firmware version. WAN: Displays the WAN connection details of the router.
Section 3 - Configuration Log Here, you can view and download the system log. Previous: Click this button to go to the previous page of the log. Next: Click this button to go to the next page of the log. First Page: Click this button to skip to the first page of the log. Last Page: Click this button to skip to the last page of the log. Refresh: Click this button to refresh the system log. Download: Click this button to download the current system log to your computer.
Section 3 - Configuration Statistics Here you can view the packets transmitted and received by your router for both the WAN and LAN ports. The traffic counter will reset if the device is rebooted. Click the Refresh button to refresh the WAN statistics.
Section 3 - Configuration Wireless This table displays a list of wireless clients that are connected to your wireless router. Click Refresh to refresh the list.
Section 3 - Configuration Support The SUPPORT pages provide help information for each section of the device’s interface. To view the Support pages, click on SUPPORT at the top of the screen.
Section 4 - Connecting to a Wireless Network Connecting to a Wireless Network Using Windows 7 Windows 7 users may use the built-in wireless utility to connect to a wireless network. If you are using another company’s utility or Windows 2000, please refer to the user manual of your wireless adapter for help with connecting to a wireless network. Most utilities will have a “site survey” option similar to the Windows 7 utility as seen below.
Section 4 - Connecting to a Wireless Network Highlight the wireless network (SSID) you would like to connect to and click the Connect button. If you get a good signal but cannot access the Internet, check your TCP/IP settings for your wireless adapter. Refer to “Networking Basics” on page 81 for more information.
Section 4 - Connecting to a Wireless Network Configuring Wireless Security It is recommended to enable wireless security (WPA/WPA2) on your wireless router or access point before configuring your wireless adapter. If you are joining an existing network, you will need to know the security key or passphrase being used. 1. Click on the wireless icon in your system tray (lower-right corner). Wireless 2. The utility will display any available wireless networks in your area.
Section 4 - Connecting to a Wireless Network 3. Highlight the wireless network (SSID) you would like to connect to and click the Connect button. 4. The following window appears while your computer tries to connect to the router.
Section 4 - Connecting to a Wireless Network 5. Enter the same security key or passphrase that is on your router and click Connect. It may take 20-30 seconds to connect to the wireless network. If the connection fails, please verify that the security settings are correct. The key or passphrase must be exactly the same as on the wireless router.
Section 4 - Connecting to a Wireless Network Using Windows Vista™ Windows® Vista™ users may use the built-in wireless utility. If you are using another company’s utility or Windows® 2000, please refer to the user manual of your wireless adapter for help with connecting to a wireless network. Most utilities will have a “site survey” option similar to the Windows® Vista™ utility as seen below. If you receive the Wireless Networks Detected bubble, click on the center of the bubble to access the utility.
Section 4 - Connecting to a Wireless Network Configuring Wireless Security It is recommended to enable wireless security (WEP/WPA/WPA2) on your wireless router or access point before configuring your wireless adapter. If you are joining an existing network, you will need to know the security key or passphrase being used. 1. Open the Windows® Vista™ Wireless Utility by right-clicking on the wireless computer icon in your system tray (lower right corner of screen). Select Connect to a network. 2.
Section 4 - Connecting to a Wireless Network 3. Enter the same security key or passphrase that is on your router and click Connect. It may take 20-30 seconds to connect to the wireless network. If the connection fails, please verify that the security settings are correct. The key or passphrase must be exactly the same as on the wireless router.
Section 4 - Connecting to a Wireless Network Connect to a Wireless Network Using Windows® XP Windows® XP users may use the built-in wireless utility (Zero Configuration Utility). The following instructions are for Service Pack 2 users. If you are using another company’s utility or Windows® 2000, please refer to the user manual of your wireless adapter for help with connecting to a wireless network. Most utilities will have a “site survey” option similar to the Windows® XP utility as seen below.
Section 4 - Connecting to a Wireless Network Configure WEP It is recommended to enable WEP on your wireless router or access point before configuring your wireless adapter. If you are joining an existing network, you will need to know the WEP key being used. 1. Open the Windows® XP Wireless Utility by right-clicking on the wireless computer icon in your system tray (lower-right corner of screen). Select View Available Wireless Networks. 2.
Section 4 - Connecting to a Wireless Network 3. The Wireless Network Connection box will appear. Enter the same WEP key that is on your router and click Connect. It may take 20-30 seconds to connect to the wireless network. If the connection fails, please verify that the WEP settings are correct. The WEP key must be exactly the same as on the wireless router.
Section 4 - Connecting to a Wireless Network Configure WPA-PSK It is recommended to enable WPA on your wireless router or access point before configuring your wireless adapter. If you are joining an existing network, you will need to know the WPA key being used. 1. Open the Windows® XP Wireless Utility by right-clicking on the wireless computer icon in your system tray (lower-right corner of screen). Select View Available Wireless Networks. 2.
Section 4 - Connecting to a Wireless Network 3. The Wireless Network Connection box will appear. Enter the WPA-PSK passphrase and click Connect. It may take 20-30 seconds to connect to the wireless network. If the connection fails, please verify that the WPA-PSK settings are correct. The WPA-PSK passphrase must be exactly the same as on the wireless router.
Section 5 - Troubleshooting Troubleshooting This chapter provides solutions to problems that can occur during the installation and operation of the DWR-921. Read the following descriptions if you are having problems. 1. Why can’t I access the web-based configuration utility? When entering the IP address of the D-Link router (192.168.0.1 for example), you are not connecting to a website on the Internet or have to be connected to the Internet.
Section 5 - Troubleshooting • Configure your Internet settings: • • Go to Start > Settings > Control Panel. Double-click the Internet Options Icon. From the Security tab, click the button to restore the settings to their defaults. • • Click the Connection tab and set the dial-up option to Never Dial a Connection. Click the LAN Settings button. Make sure nothing is checked. Click OK. • • Go to the Advanced tab and click the button to restore these settings to their defaults. Click OK three times.
Appendix A - Wireless Basics Wireless Basics D-Link wireless products are based on industry standards to provide easy-to-use and compatible high-speed wireless connectivity within your home, business or public access wireless networks. Strictly adhering to the IEEE standard, the D-Link wireless family of products will allow you to securely access the data you want, when and where you want it. You will be able to enjoy the freedom that wireless networking delivers.
Appendix A - Wireless Basics What is Wireless? Wireless or Wi-Fi technology is another way of connecting your computer to the network without using wires. Wi-Fi uses radio frequency to connect wirelessly, so you have the freedom to connect computers anywhere in your home or office network. Why D-Link Wireless? D -Link is the worldwide leader and award winning designer, developer, and manufac turer of net work ing produc ts. D-Link delivers the performance you need at a price you can afford.
Appendix A - Wireless Basics Who uses wireless? Wireless technology as become so popular in recent years that almost everyone is using it. Whether it’s for home, office, or business, D-Link has a wireless solution for it.
Appendix A - Wireless Basics Where is wireless used? Wireless technology is expanding everywhere not just at home or office. People like the freedom of mobility and it’s becoming so popular that more and more public facilities now provide wireless access to attract people. The wireless connection in public places is usually called “hotspots”.
Appendix A - Wireless Basics Wireless Modes There are basically two modes of networking: • • Infrastructure – All wireless clients will connect to an access point or wireless router. • • Ad-Hoc – Directly connecting to another computer, for peer-to-peer communication, using wireless network adapters on each computer. An Infrastructure network contains an Access Point or wireless router. All the wireless devices, or clients, will connect to the wireless router or access point.
Appendix B - Networking Basics 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. Click on Start > Run. In the run box type cmd and click OK. (Windows® Vista™ users type cmd in the Start Search box.) At the prompt, type ipconfig and press Enter.
Appendix B - Networking Basics Statically Assign an IP address If you are not using a DHCP capable gateway/router, or you need to assign a static IP address, please follow the steps below: Step 1 Windows® Vista™ - Click on Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center > Manage Network Connections. Windows® XP - Click on Start > Control Panel > Network Connections. Windows® 2000 - From the desktop, right-click My Network Places > Properties.
Appendix C - Technical Specifications Technical Specifications LTE Band 800 / 900 / 1800 / 2600 MHz UMTS/HSDPA/HSUPA Band 1 900 / 2100 MHz Power Class 3 VPN L2TP/PPTP/IPSEC/VPN Pass-through Antenna Two detachable 3G/4G antennas Data Rates 2 Up to 150 Mbps with 802.11n clients 6/9/11/12/18/24/36/48/54 Mbps in 802.11g mode 1/2/5.5/11 Mbps in 802.
Appendix C - Technical Specifications Operating Temperature 0 to 40 ˚C (32 to 104 ˚F) Operating Humidity 10% to 90% (Non-condensing) 1 2 Certifications CE Wi-Fi Certified Supported frequency band is dependent upon regional hardware version. Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11g specifications. Actual data throughput will vary.
