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. Manual Revisions Revision Date 1.0 July 19, 2011 Description • Initial release 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.
Table of Contents Table of Contents Preface.................................................................................................. i Manual Revisions................................................................................................i Trademarks...........................................................................................................i Product Overview............................................................................... 1 Package Contents....................
Table of Contents Access Control Wizard...................................................................54 Website Filters........................................................................................57 Inbound Filters.......................................................................................58 Firewall Settings....................................................................................59 Application Level Gateway Configuration...................................60 Routing....
Section 1 - Product Overview Product PackageOverview Contents DIR-652 Wireless N Gigabit Home Router Ethernet Cable Power Adapter CD-ROM with Manual and Setup Wizard If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller. Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with the DIR-652 will cause damage and void the warranty.
Section 1 - Product Overview System Requirements Network Requirements • An Ethernet-based Cable or DSL modem • IEEE 802.11n or 802.11g wireless clients • 10/100/1000 Ethernet Computer with the following: • Windows®, Macintosh, or Linux-based operating system • An installed Ethernet adapter Web-based Configuration Utility Requirements Browser Requirements: • Internet Explorer 6.0 or higher • Chrome 2.0 or higher • Firefox 3.0 or higher • Safari 3.0 or higher (with Java 1.3.
Section 1 - Product Overview Introduction TOTAL PERFORMANCE Combines award winning router features and 802.11n wireless technology to provide the best wireless performance. TOTAL SECURITY The most complete set of security features including Active Firewall and WPA2™ to protect your network against outside intruders. TOTAL COVERAGE Provides greater wireless signal rates even at farther distances for best-in-class Whole Home Coverage.
Section 1 - Product Overview Features • Faster Wireless Networking - The DIR-652 provides up to 300Mbps* wireless connection with 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. The performance of this 802.11n wireless router gives you the freedom of wireless networking at speeds 650% faster than 802.11g. • Compatible with 802.
Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview Connections 1 1 LAN Ports (1-4) 2 Internet Port 3 Power Receptor 4 Reset D-Link DIR-652 User Manual 2 3 4 Connect Ethernet devices such as computers, switches, and hubs. The auto MDI/MDIX Internet port is the connection for the Ethernet cable to the cable or DSL modem. Receptor for the supplied power adapter. Press and hold the reset button to restore the router to its original factory settings.
Section 1 - Product Overview LEDs 1 2 3 4 1 Power LED 2 Internet LED A solid light indicates connection on the Internet port. This LED blinks during data transmission. A solid blue light indicates that there is an Internet connection, an orange light indicates that there is none. 3 WLAN LED A solid light indicates that the wireless segment is ready. This LED blinks during wireless data transmission. 4 A solid light indicates a proper connection to the power supply.
Section 2 - Installation 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. Before you Begin Please configure the router with the computer that was last connected directly to your modem. Also, you can only use the Ethernet port on your modem.
Section 2 - Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The D-Link wireless router lets you access your network using a wireless connection from virtually anywhere within the operating range of your wireless network. Keep in mind that the number, thickness and location of walls, ceilings, or other objects that the wireless signals must pass through, may limit the range. Typical ranges vary depending on the types of materials and background RF (radio frequency) noise in your home or business.
Section 2 - Installation Getting Started The DIR-652 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. Insert the Wizard CD in the CD-ROM drive. The step-by-step instructions that follow are shown in Windows® XP. The steps and screens are similar for the other Windows operating systems. If the CD Autorun function does not automatically start on your computer, go to Start > Run. In the run box type “D:\DWizar
Section 3 - Configuration Configuration This section will show you how to configure your new D-Link wireless router using the web-based configuration utility. Note: If you have successfully completed the setup on your router with the CD, the Quick Setup Wizard will not appear. Please refer to page 16. Quick Setup Wizard 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).
Section 3 - Configuration This wizard is designed to guide you through a step-by step process to configure your new D-Link router and connect to the Internet. Click Next to continue. In order to secure your new networking device, please enter a password and click Next.
Section 3 - Configuration Select Enable Advanced DNS Services to allow this function to improve your overall Internet experience. Click Next to continue. Please wait while your router detects your internet connection type.
Section 3 - Configuration Select your Internet connection type and click Next to continue. If you selected DHCP Connection, make suer that you are connected to the D-Link router with the PC that was originally connected to your broadband connection. Then, click the Clone MAC button to copy your computer’s MAC address. Click Next to continue.
Section 3 - Configuration Please give your network a name using up to 32 characters. It is highly recommended the you have a security key for your network. If you would like the router to automatically assign a security key, choose Automatically assign a network key or you may choose Manually assign a network key and you may enter your own Network key. Click Next to continue. Once this screen appears, your setup is complete. Click Save & Connect to reboot the router.
Section 3 - Configuration Before your router reboots, you will be asked if you want to bookmark ‘D-Link Router Web Management,” click Ok to finish.
Section 3 - Configuration 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 also connect using the NetBIOS name in the address bar (http://dlinkrouter). Select Admin from the drop-down menu and then enter your password. The password is left blank by default. If you get a Page Cannot be Displayed error, please refer to the Troubleshooting section for assistance.
Section 3 - Configuration Setup Wizard Internet Connection Click Internet Connection Setup Wizard to quickly configure your router. Skip to the next page. If you want to enter your settings without running the wizard, click Manual Configuration and skip to page 21. Wireless Settings Click Wireless Connection Setup Wizard to begin. If you want to add your wireless clients to your router using WPS, click Add Wireless Device with WPS and skip to page 84.
Section 3 - Configuration Click Next to continue. Create a new password and then click Next to continue. Select your time zone from the drop-down menu and then click Next to continue. Select the type of Internet connection you use and then click Next to continue.
Section 3 - Configuration If you selected Dynamic, you may need to enter the MAC address of the computer that was last connected directly to your modem. If you are currently using that computer, click Clone Your PC’s MAC Address and then click Next to continue. The Host Name is optional but may be required by some ISPs. The default host name is the device name of the Router and may be changed. If you selected PPPoE, enter your PPPoE username and password. Click Next to continue.
Section 3 - Configuration If you selected L2TP, enter your L2TP username and password. Click Next to continue. If you selected Static, enter your network settings supplied by your Internet provider. Click Next to continue. 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.
Section 3 - Configuration Manual Configuration My Internet Select the type of Internet connection you have. Select Dynamic IP (DHCP), PPPoE, Connection is: PPTP, L2TP, Static, or DS-Lite. Refer to the next few pages for more information. Enable Advanced Advanced Domain Name System (DNS) services enhances your Internet performance by DNS Service: getting you the information and web pages you are looking for faster and more reliably.
Section 3 - Configuration Dynamic (Cable) My Internet Select Dynamic IP (DHCP) to obtain IP Address information automatically from your Connection: ISP. Select this option if your ISP does not give you any IP numbers to use. This option is commonly used for cable modem services such as Comcast and Cox. Host Name: The Host Name is optional but may be required by some ISPs. Leave blank if you are not sure. Use Unicasting: Check the box if you are having problems obtaining an IP address from your ISP.
Section 3 - Configuration Internet Setup PPPoE (DSL) Choose PPPoE (Point to Point Protocol over Ethernet) if your ISP uses a PPPoE connection. Your ISP will provide you with a username and password. This option is typically used for DSL services. Make sure to remove your PPPoE software from your computer. The software is no longer needed and will not work through a router. My Internet Select PPPoE (Username/Password) from the drop-down menu.
Section 3 - Configuration PPTP Choose PPTP (Point-to-Point-Tunneling Protocol ) if your ISP uses a PPTP connection. Your ISP will provide you with a username and password. This option is typically used for DSL services. Address Mode: Select Static if your ISP assigned you the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS server addresses. In most cases, select Dynamic. PPTP IP Address: Enter the IP address (Static PPTP only).
Section 3 - Configuration L2TP Choose L2TP (Layer 2 Tunneling Protocol) if your ISP uses a L2TP connection. Your ISP will provide you with a username and password. This option is typically used for DSL services. Address Mode: Select Static if your ISP assigned you the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS server addresses. In most cases, select Dynamic. L2TP IP Enter the L2TP IP address supplied by your ISP (Static only). Address: L2TP Subnet Enter the Subnet Mask supplied by your ISP (Static only).
Section 3 - Configuration Static (assigned by ISP) Select Static IP Address if all the Internet port’s IP information is provided to you by your ISP. You will need to enter in the IP address, subnet mask, gateway address, and DNS address(es) provided to you by your ISP. Each IP address entered in the fields must be in the appropriate IP form, which are four octets separated by a dot (x.x.x.x). The Router will not accept the IP address if it is not in this format.
Section 3 - Configuration DS-Lite Another Internet Connection type is DS-Lite. DS-Lite Select the DS-Lite DHCPv6 Option to let the router allocate the AFTR IPv6 Configuration: address automatically. Select the Manual Configuration to enter the AFTR IPv6 address in manually. AFTR IPv6 After selecting the Manual Configuration option above, the user can enter Address: the AFTR IPv6 address used here. B4 IPv4 Enter the B4 IPv4 address value used here.
Section 3 - Configuration Wireless Settings Enable Wireless: Check the box to enable the wireless function. If you do not want to use wireless, uncheck the box to disable all the wireless functions. Schedule: The schedule of time when the wireless settings rules will be enabled. The schedule may be set to Always, which will allow the particular service to always be enabled. You can create your own times in the Tools > Schedules section.
Section 3 - Configuration Network Settings This section will allow you to change the local network settings of the router and to configure the DHCP settings. IP Address: Enter the IP address of the router. The default IP address is 192.168.0.1. If you change the IP address, once you click Apply, you will need to enter the new IP address in your browser to get back into the configuration utility. Subnet Mask: Enter the Subnet Mask. The default subnet mask is 255.255.255.0.
Section 3 - Configuration DHCP Server Settings DHCP stands for Dynamic Host Control Protocol. The DIR-652 has a built-in DHCP server. The DHCP Server will automatically assign an IP address to the computers on the LAN/private network. Be sure to set your computers to be DHCP clients by setting their TCP/IP settings to “Obtain an IP Address Automatically.” When you turn your computers on, they will automatically load the proper TCP/IP settings provided by the DIR-652.
Section 3 - Configuration DHCP Reservation If you want a computer or device to always have the same IP address assigned, you can create a DHCP reservation. The router will assign the IP address only to that computer or device. Note: This IP address must be within the DHCP IP Address Range. Enable: Check this box to enable the reservation. Computer Name: Enter the computer name or select from the drop-down menu and click <<. IP Address: Enter the IP address you want to assign to the computer or device.
Section 3 - Configuration IPv6 Internet Connection Click IPv6 Internet Connection Setup Wizard to begin. If you want to configure your IPv6 Internet Connection manually, click Manual IPv6 Internet Connection Setup and skip to page 39.
Section 3 - Software Configuration IPv6 Internet Connection Setup Wizard On this page, the user can configure the IPv6 Connection type. There are two ways to set up the IPv6 Internet connection. You can use the Webbased IPv6 Internet Connection Setup Wizard, or you can manually configure the connection.
Section 3 - Software Configuration However, if the automatic detection fails, the user will be prompt to either Try again or to click on the Guide me through the IPv6 settings button to initiate the manual continual of the wizard.
Section 3 - Software Configuration Step 1: Configure Your IPv6 Internet Connection There are several connection types to choose from. If you are unsure of your connection method, please contact your IPv6 Internet Service Provider. Note: If using the PPPoE option, you will need to ensure that any PPPoE client software on your computers has been removed or disabled. The 3 options available on this page is IPv6 over PPPoE, Static IPv6 address and Route, and Tunneling Connection.
Section 3 - Software Configuration Set Static IPv6 Address Connection This mode is used when your ISP provides you with a set IPv6 addresses that does not change. The IPv6 information is manually entered in your IPv6 configuration settings. You must enter the IPv6 address, Subnet Prefix Length, Default Gateway, Primary DNS Server, and Secondary DNS Server. Your ISP provides you with all this information.
Section 3 - Software Configuration Tunneling Connection (6rd) After selecting the Tunneling Connection (6rd) option, the user can configure the IPv6 6rd connection settings. The following parameters will be available for configuration: 6rd IPv6 Prefix: Enter the 6rd IPv6 address and prefix value used here. IPv4 Address: Enter the IPv4 address used here. Mask Length: Enter the IPv4 mask length used here. Assigned IPv6 Displays the IPv6 assigned prefix value here.
Section 3 - Configuration IPv6 Manual Setup There are several connection types to choose from: Auto Detection, Static IPv6, Autoconfiguration (SLAAC/DHCPv6), PPPoE, IPv6 in IPv4 Tunnel, 6to4, 6rd, and Link-local. If you are unsure of your connection method, please contact your IPv6 Internet Service Provider. Note: If using the PPPoE option, you will need to ensure that any PPPoE client software on your computers has been removed or disabled.
Section 3 - Configuration Static IPv6 My IPv6 Connection: Select Static IPv6 from the drop-down menu. WAN IPv6 Address Settings: Enter the address settings supplied by your Internet provider (ISP). LAN IPv6 Address: Enter the LAN (local) IPv6 address for the router. LAN Link-Local Address: Displays the Router’s LAN Link-Local Address. Enable Autoconfiguration: Check to enable the Autoconfiguration feature. Autoconfiguration Type: Select Stateful (DHCPv6), SLAAC + RDNSS or SLAAC + Stateless DHCPv6.
Section 3 - Configuration Autoconfiguration My IPv6 Connection: Select Autoconfiguration (Stateless/DHCPv6) from the drop-down menu. IPv6 DNS Settings: Select either Obtain DNS server address automatically or Use the following DNS Address. Primary/Secondary DNS Enter the primary and secondary DNS server addresses. Address: LAN IPv6 Address: Enter the LAN (local) IPv6 address for the router. LAN Link-Local Address: Displays the Router’s LAN Link-Local Address.
Section 3 - Configuration PPPoE My IPv6 Connection: Select PPPoE from the drop-down menu. PPPoE: Enter the PPPoE account settings supplied by your Internet provider (ISP). Address Mode: Select Static if your ISP assigned you the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS server addresses. In most cases, select Dynamic. IP Address: Enter the IP address (Static PPPoE only). User Name: Enter your PPPoE user name. Password: Enter your PPPoE password and then retype the password in the next box.
Section 3 - Configuration Autoconfiguration Type: Select Stateful (DHCPv6), SLAAC + RDNSS or SLAAC + Stateless DHCPv6. IPv6 Address Range Start: Enter the start IPv6 Address for the DHCPv6 range for your local computers. IPv6 Address Range End: Enter the end IPv6 Address for the DHCPv6 range for your local computers. IPv6 Address Lifetime: Enter the IPv6 Address Lifetime (in minutes).
Section 3 - Configuration IPv6 in IPv4 Tunneling My IPv6 Connection: Select IPv6 in IPv4 Tunnel from the drop-down menu. IPv6 in IPv4 Tunnel Enter the settings supplied by your Internet provider (ISP). Settings: LAN IPv6 Address: Enter the LAN (local) IPv6 address for the router. LAN Link-Local Displays the Router’s LAN Link-Local Address. Address: Enable Check to enable the Autoconfiguration feature. Autoconfiguration: Autoconfiguration Select Stateful (DHCPv6), SLAAC + RDNSS or SLAAC + Stateless DHCPv6.
Section 3 - Configuration 6 to 4 Tunneling My IPv6 Connection: Select 6 to 4 from the drop-down menu. 6 to 4 Settings: Enter the IPv6 settings supplied by your Internet provider (ISP). Primary/Secondary DNS Enter the primary and secondary DNS server addresses. Address: LAN IPv6 Address: Enter the LAN (local) IPv6 address for the router. LAN Link-Local Address: Displays the Router’s LAN Link-Local Address. Enable Check to enable the Autoconfiguration feature.
Section 3 - Configuration 6rd My IPv6 Connection: Select 6rd from the drop-down menu. 6RD Settings: Enter the address settings supplied by your Internet provider (ISP). LAN IPv6 Address: Enter the LAN (local) IPv6 address for the router. LAN Link-Local Address: Displays the Router’s LAN Link-Local Address. Enable Autoconfiguration: Check to enable the Autoconfiguration feature. Autoconfiguration Type: Select Stateful (DHCPv6), SLAAC+RDNSS or SLAAC + Stateless DHCPv6.
Section 3 - Configuration Link-Local Connectivity My IPv6 Connection: Select Link-Local Only from the drop-down menu. LAN IPv6 Address Displays the IPv6 address of the router.
Section 3 - Configuration Virtual Server The DIR-652 can be configured as a virtual server so that remote users accessing Web or FTP services via the public IP address can be automatically redirected to local servers in the LAN (Local Area Network). The DIR-652 firewall feature filters out unrecognized packets to protect your LAN network so all computers networked with the DIR-652 are invisible to the outside world.
Section 3 - Configuration This will allow you to open a single port. If you would like to open a range of ports, refer to the next page. Name: Enter a name for the rule or select an application from the drop-down menu. Select an application and click << to populate the fields. IP Address: Enter the IP address of the computer on your local network that you want to allow the incoming service to.
Section 3 - Configuration Port Forwarding This will allow you to open a single port or a range of ports. Name: Enter a name for the rule or select an application from the drop-down menu. Select an application and click << to populate the fields. IP Address: Enter the IP address of the computer on your local network that you want to allow the incoming service to.
Section 3 - Configuration Application Rules Some applications require multiple connections, such as Internet gaming, video conferencing, Internet telephony and others. These applications have difficulties working through NAT (Network Address Translation). Special Applications makes some of these applications work with the DIR-652.
Section 3 - Configuration QoS Engine The QoS Engine option helps improve your network gaming performance by prioritizing applications. By default the QoS Engine settings are disabled and application priority is not classified automatically. Enable Traffic This option is disabled by default. Enable this option for Shaping: better performance and experience with online games and other interactive applications, such as VoIP.
Section 3 - Configuration QoS Engine Rules: A QoS Engine Rule identifies a specific message flow and assigns a priority to that flow. For most applications, automatic classification will be adequate, and specific QoS Engine Rules will not be required. The QoS Engine supports overlaps between rules, where more than one rule can match for a specific message flow. If more than one rule is found to match the rule with the highest priority will be used. Name: Create a name for the rule that is meaningful to you.
Section 3 - Configuration Network Filters Use MAC (Media Access Control) Filters to allow or deny LAN (Local Area Network) computers by their MAC addresses from accessing the Network. You can either manually add a MAC address or select the MAC address from the list of clients that are currently connected to the Broadband Router.
Section 3 - Configuration Access Control The Access Control section allows you to control access in and out of your network. Use this feature as Parental Controls to only grant access to approved sites, limit web access based on time or dates, and/or block access from applications like P2P utilities or games. Add Policy: Click the Add Policy button to start the Access Control Wizard. Access Control Wizard Click Next to continue with the wizard.
Section 3 - Configuration Enter a name for the policy and then click Next to continue. Select a schedule (I.E. Always) from the drop-down menu and then click Next to continue. Enter the following information and then click Next to continue. • Address Type - Select IP address, MAC address, or Other Machines. • IP Address - Enter the IP address of the computer you want to apply the rule to.
Section 3 - Configuration Select the filtering method and then click Next to continue. If you selected Apply Advanced Port Filters, then enter the rule: Enable - Check to enable the rule. Name - Enter a name for your rule. Dest IP Start - Enter the starting IP address. Dest IP End - Enter the ending IP address. Protocol - Select the protocol. Dest Port Start - Enter the starting port number. Dest Port End - Enter the ending port number. To enable web logging, click Enable.