D-Link Airplus G: Manual
D-Link Airplus G: Manual
D-Link Airplus G: Manual
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Manual
Contents
Package Contents ................................................................................ 3 Introduction ........................................................................................... 4 Wireless Basics .................................................................................... 8 Getting Started ....................................................................................11 Using the Configuration Menu ............................................................ 1 Networking Basics .............................................................................. 41 Troubleshooting .................................................................................. 56 Technical Specifications ..................................................................... 63 Frequently Asked Questions............................................................... 66 Contacting Technical Support ............................................................. 94 Warranty and Registration .................................................................. 95
Package Contents
Contents of Package:
D-Link AirPlus G DI-524
80.11/.4GHz Wireless Router Power Adapter Manual and Warranty on CD Quick Installation Guide Ethernet Cable (All the DI-54s Ethernet ports are Auto-MDIX)
Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with the DI-524 will cause damage and void the warranty for this product.
If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller.
Introduction
The D-Link AirPlus G DI-54 High-Speed Wireless Router is an 80.11g highperformance, wireless router that supports high-speed wireless networking at home, at work or in public places. Unlike most routers, the DI-54 provides data transfers at up to 108 Mbps (compared to the standard 54 Mbps) when used with other D-Link AirPlus G products. The 80.11g standard is backwards compatible with 80.11b products. This means that you do not need to change your entire network to maintain connectivity. You may sacrifice some of 80.11gs speed when you mix 80.11b and 80.11g devices, but you will not lose the ability to communicate when you incorporate the 80.11g standard into your 80.11b network. You may choose to slowly change your network by gradually replacing the 80.11b devices with 80.11g devices . In addition to offering faster data transfer speeds when used with other 80.11g products, the DI-54 has the newest, strongest, most advanced security features available today. When used with other 80.11g WPA (WiFi Protected Access) and 80.1x compatible products in a network with a RADIUS server, the security features include: WPA: Wi-Fi Protected Access authorizes and identifies users based on a secret key that changes automatically at a regular interval. WPA uses TKIP (Temporal Key Integrity Protocol) to change the temporal key every 10,000 packets (a packet is a kind of message transmitted over a network.) This insures much greater security than the standard WEP security. (By contrast, the older WEP encryption required the keys to be changed manually.) 802.1x: Authentication is a first line of defense against intrusion. In the Authentication process the server verifies the identity of the client attempting to connect to the network. Unfamiliar clients would be denied access. For home users that will not incorporate a RADIUS server in their network, the security for the DI-54, used in conjunction with other 80.11g products, will still be much stronger than ever before. Utilizing the Pre Shared Key mode of WPA, the DI-54 will obtain a new security key every time it connects to the 80.11g network. You only need to input your encryption information once in the configuration menu. No longer will you have to manually input a new WEP key frequently to ensure security, with the DI-54, you will automatically receive a new key every time you connect, vastly increasing the safety of your communications.
Connections
All Ethernet Ports (WAN and LAN) are auto MDI/MDIX, meaning you can use either a straight-through or a crossover Ethernet cable.
Pressing the Reset Button restores the router to its original factory default settings.
Auto MDI/MDIX LAN ports automatically sense the cable type when connecting to Ethernet-enabled computers.
The Auto MDI/ MDIX WAN port is the connection for the Ethernet cable to the Cable or DSL modem
LEDs
WAN LED A solid light indicates connection on the WAN port. This LED blinks during data transmission
WLAN LED A solid light indicates that the wireless segment is ready. This LED blinks during wireless data transmission
POWER LED A solid light indicates a proper connection to the power supply
LOCAL NETWORK LED A solid light indicates a connection to an Ethernet-enabled computer on ports 1-4. This LED blinks during data transmission
Features
Fully compatible with the 80.11g standard to provide a wireless data rate of up to 54Mbps Backwards compatible with the 80.11b standard to provide a wireless data rate of up to 11Mbps WPA (Wi Fi Protected Access) authorizes and identifies users based on a secret key that changes automatically at a regular interval, for example:
80.1x Authentication in conjunction with the RADIUS server verifies the identity of would be clients Utilizes OFDM technology (Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing) User-friendly configuration and diagnostic utilities Operates in the .4GHz frequency range Connects multiple computers to a Broadband (Cable or DSL) modem to share the Internet connection Advanced Firewall features Supports NAT with VPN pass-through, providing added security MAC Filtering IP Filtering URL Filtering Domain Blocking Scheduling DHCP server supported enables all networked computers to automatically receive IP addresses
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. D-Link wireless products will allow you access to the data you want, when and where you want it. You will be able to enjoy the freedom that wireless networking brings. A WLAN is a cellular computer network that transmits and receives data with radio signals instead of wires. WLANs are used increasingly in both home and office environments, and public areas such as airports, coffee shops and universities. Innovative ways to utilize WLAN technology are helping people to work and communicate more efficiently. Increased mobility and the absence of cabling and other fixed infrastructure have proven to be beneficial for many users. Wireless users can use the same applications they use on a wired network. Wireless adapter cards used on laptop and desktop systems support the same protocols as Ethernet adapter cards. People use wireless LAN technology for many different purposes:
Mobility - Productivity increases when people have access to data in any location Low Implementation Costs WLANs are easy to set up, manage, change
within the operating range of the WLAN. Management decisions based on real-time information can significantly improve worker efficiency. and relocate. Networks that frequently change can benefit from WLANs ease of implementation. WLANs can operate in locations where installation of wiring may be impractical.
Installation and Network Expansion - Installing a WLAN system can be fast and
easy and can eliminate the need to pull cable through walls and ceilings. Wireless technology allows the network to go where wires cannot go - even outside the home or office.
of specific applications and installations. Configurations are easily changed and range from peer-to-peer networks suitable for a small number of users to larger infrastructure networks to accommodate hundreds or thousands of users, depending on the number of wireless devices deployed.
The D-Link AirPlus G DI-54 lets you access your network, using a wireless connection, from virtually anywhere within its operating range. Keep in mind, however, 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. The key to maximizing wireless range is to follow these basic guidelines:
Keep the number of walls and ceilings between the DI-54 and other network devices to a minimum - each wall or ceiling can reduce your D-Link wireless products range from 3-90 feet (1-30 meters.) Position your devices so that the number of walls or ceilings is minimized. Be aware of the direct line between network devices. A wall that is 1.5 feet thick (.5 meters), at a 45-degree angle appears to be almost 3 feet (1 meter) thick. At a -degree angle it looks over 4 feet (14 meters) thick! Position devices so that the signal will travel straight through a wall or ceiling (instead of at an angle) for better reception.
Building Materials can impede the wireless signal - a solid metal door or aluminum studs may have a negative effect on range. Try to position wireless devices and computers with wireless adapters so that the signal passes through drywall or open doorways and not other materials.
Keep your product away (at least 3-6 feet or 1- meters) from electrical devices or appliances that generate extreme RF noise.
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Getting Started
Setting up a Wireless Infrastructure Network
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Please remember that D-Link AirPlus G wireless devices are pre-configured to connect together, right out of the box, with their default settings. For a typical wireless setup at home (as shown above), please do the following: You will need broadband Internet access (a Cable or DSL-subscriber line into your home or office) Consult with your Cable or DSL provider for proper installation of the modem Connect the Cable or DSL modem to the DI-54 Wireless Broadband Router (see the printed Quick Installation Guide included with your router.) If you are connecting a desktop computer to your network, install the D-Link AirPlus G DWL-G510 wireless PCI adapter into an available PCI slot on your desktop computer. You may also install the DWL-G510, or the DWL-50. (See the printed Quick Installation Guide included with the network adapter.) Install the D-Link DWL-G630 wireless Cardbus adapter into a laptop computer. (See the printed Quick Installation Guide included with the DWL-G630.) Install the D-Link DFE-530TX+ adapter into a desktop computer. The four Ethernet LAN ports of the DI-54 are Auto MDI/MDIX and will work with both Straight-Through and Cross-Over cable. (See the printed Quick Installation Guide included with the DFE-530TX+.) 11
Open the web browser T ype in the IP Address of the Router (http://19.168.0.1)
http://19.168.0.1
Note: if you have changed the default IP Address assigned to the DI-524, make sure to enter the correct IP Address.
Type admin in the User Name field Leave the Password blank Click OK
These buttons appear on most of the configuration screens in this section. Please click on the appropriate button at the bottom of each screen after you have made a configuration change.
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Network ID(SSID)- Service Set Identifier (SSID) is the name designated for a specific
wireless local area network (WLAN). The SSIDs factory default setting is default. The SSID can be easily changed to connect to an existing wireless network or to establish a new wireless network. 6 is the default channel. All devices on the network must share the same channel. (Note: The wireless adapters will automatically scan and match the wireless setting.) Select None, WEP, 80.1X, WPA-PSK or WPA. None is the default setting. (Note: if you enable encryption on the DI-54, please make sure that you also enable encryption on all the wireless clients, or wireless connection will not be established.) Select the level of encryption desired: 64-bit, or 18-bit Select HEX or ASCII Input up to 4 WEP keys; select the one you wish to use.
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Choose Dynamic IP Address to obtain IP Address information automatically from your 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. 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. The default MAC Address is set to the WANs physical interface MAC address on the Broadband Router. It is not recommended that you change the default MAC address unless required by your ISP. The default MAC address is set to the WANs physical interface MAC address on the Broadband Router. You can use the Clone MAC Address button to copy the MAC address of the Ethernet Card installed by your ISP and replace the WAN MAC address with the MAC address of the router. It is not recommended that you change the default MAC address unless required by your ISP. Enter a DNS Address if you do not wish to use the one provided by your ISP. Enter an MTU value only if required by your ISP. Otherwise, leave it a the default setting. Select Enabled or Disabled.
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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. Input the public IP Address provided by your ISP Input your Subnet mask. (All devices in the network must have the same subnet mask.)
IP AddressSubnet Mask-
ISP Gateway Address- Input the public IP address of the ISP to which you are
connecting
Input the primary DNS (Domain Name Server) IP address provided by your ISP
This is optional
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Choose PPPoE (Point to Point Protocol over Ethernet) if your ISP uses a PPPoE c o n n e c t i o n . Yo u r ISP will provide you with a username and password. This option is typically used for DSL services. Select Dynamic PPPoE to obtain an IP address automatically for your PPPoE connection. Select Static PPPoE to use a static IP address for your PPPoeE connection.
PPPoE-
Choose this option if your ISP uses PPPoE. (Most DSL users will select this option.) Dynamic PPPoE- receive an IP Address automatically from your ISP. Static PPPoE-you have an assigned (static) IP Address.
User Name-
Retype Password- Re-enter the PPPoE password Service NameIP AddressPrimary DNS AddressSecondary DNS AddressEnter the Service Name provided by your ISP (optional). This option is only available for Static PPPoE. Enter the static IP Address for the PPPoE connection. Primary DNS IP address provided by our ISP This option is only available for Static PPPoE. Enter the static IP Address for the PPPoE connection. (Continued on the next page) 16
LAN is short for Local Area Network. This is considered your internal network. These are the IP settings of the LAN interface for the DI-54. These settings may be referred to as Private settings. You may change the LAN IP address if needed. The LAN IP address is private to your internal network and cannot be seen on the Internet.
IP AddressSubnet Mask-
The IP address of the LAN interface. The default IP address is: 192.168.0.1 The subnet mask of the LAN interface. The default subnet mask is 255.255.255.0
Local Domain-Name- This field is optional. Enter in the local domain name.
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DHCP stands for Dynamic Host Control Protocol. The DI-54 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 DI-54. The DHCP Server will automatically allocate an unused IP address from the IP address pool to the requesting computer. You must specify the starting and ending address of the IP address pool.
Select Enabled or Disabled. The default setting is Enabled. The starting IP address for the DHCP servers IP assignment The ending IP address for the DHCP servers IP assignment The length of time for the IP lease. Enter the Lease time. The default setting is one hour
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The DI-524 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 DI-524 firewall feature filters out unrecognized packets to protect your LAN network so all computers networked with the DI-54 are invisible to the outside world. If you wish, you can make some of the LAN computers accessible from the Internet by enabling Virtual Server. Depending on the requested service, the DI-54 redirects the external service request to the appropriate server within the LAN network. The DI-524 is also capable of port-redirection meaning incoming traffic to a particular port may be redirected to a different port on the server computer. Each virtual service that is created will be listed at the bottom of the screen in the Virtual Servers List. There are pre-defined virtual services already in the table. You may use them by enabling them and assigning the server IP to use that particular virtual service.
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Schedule-
Example #1:
If you have a Web server that you wanted Internet users to access at all times, you would need to enable it. Web (HTTP) server is on LAN (Local Area Network) computer 19.168.0.5. HTTP uses port 80, TCP. Name: Web Server Private IP: 19.168.0.5 Protocol Type: TCP Private Port: 80 Public Port: 80 Schedule: always
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Click on this icon to edit the virtual service
Example #2:
If you have an FTP server that you wanted Internet users to access by WAN port 100 and only during the weekends, you would need to enable it as such. FTP server is on LAN computer 19.168.0.30. FTP uses port 1, TCP. Name: FTP Server Private IP: 19.168.0.30 Protocol Type: TCP Private Port: 1 Public Port: 100 Schedule: From: 01:00AM to 01:00AM, Sat to Sun All Internet users who want to access this FTP Server must connect to it from port 100. This is an example of port redirection and can be useful in cases where there are many of the same servers on the LAN network.
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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 DI-54. If you need to run applications that require multiple connections, specify the port normally associated with an application in the Trigger Port field, select the protocol type as TCP or UDP, then enter the public ports associated with the trigger port to open them for inbound traffic. The DI-524 provides some predefined applications in the table on the bottom of the web page. Select the application you want to use and enable it. Note! Only one PC can use each Special Application tunnel.
This is the name referencing the special application. This is the port used to trigger the application. It can be either a single port or a range of ports. This is the protocol used to trigger the special application. This is the port number on the WAN side that will be used to access the application. You may define a single port or a range of ports. You can use a comma to add multiple ports or port ranges. This is the protocol used for the special application.
Public Type:
Filters are used to deny or allow LAN (Local Area Network) computers from accessing the Internet. The DI-54 can be setup to deny internal computers by their IP or MAC addresses. The DI-54 can also block users from accessing restricted web sites.
IP Filter is used to deny LAN IP addresses from accessing the Internet. You can deny specific port numbers or all ports for the specific IP address. The IP address of the LAN computer that will be denied access to the Internet. The single port or port range that will be denied access to the Internet. Select the protocol type This is the schedule of time when the IP Filter will be enabled.
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URL Blocking is used to deny LAN computers from accessing specific web sites by the URL. A URL is a specially formatted text string that defines a location on the Internet. If any part of the URL contains the blocked word, the site will not be accessible and the web page will not display. To use this feature, enter the text string to be blocked and click Apply. The text to be blocked will appear in the list. To delete the text, just highlight it and click Delete.
FiltersURL BlockingKeywords-
Select the filter you wish to use; in this case, URL Blocking was chosen. Select Enabled or Disabled. Enter the keywords in this field. Block URLs which contain keywords listed below.
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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.
Select the filter you wish to use; in this case, MAC filters was chosen. Choose Disable MAC filters; allow MAC addresses listed below; or deny MAC addresses listed below. Enter the name here. Enter the MAC Address. Select a DHCP client from the pull-down list; click Clone to copy that MAC Address.
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Domain Blocking is used to allow or deny LAN (Local Area Network) computers from accessing specific domains on the Internet. Domain blocking will deny all requests to a specific domain such as http and ftp. It can also allow computers to access specific sites and deny all other sites.
FiltersDomain BlockingDisabledAllowDeny-
Select the filter you wish to use; in this case, Domain Blocking was chosen. Select Disabled to disable Domain Blocking Allows users to access all domains except Blocked Domains Denies users access to all domains except Permitted Domains
Blocked Domains- Enter the Blocked Domains in this field Permitted DomainsEnter the Permitted Domains in this field
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Firewall Rules is an advanced feature used to deny or allow traffic from passing through the DI-54. It works in the same way as IP Filters with additional settings. You can create more detailed access rules for the DI-54. When virtual services are created and enabled, it will also display in Firewall Rules. Firewall Rules contain all network firewall rules pertaining to IP (Internet Protocol). In the Firewall Rules List at the bottom of the screen, the priorities of the rules are from top (highest priority) to bottom (lowest priority.) Note: The DI-524 MAC Address filtering rules have precedence over the Firewall Rules.
Firewall RulesNameActionSourceDestinationSchedule-
Enable or disable the Firewall Enter the name Allow or Deny Enter the IP Address range Enter the IP Address range; the Protocol; and the Port Range Select Always or enter the Time Range.
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Users who have a Dynamic DDNS account may use this feature on the DI-54.
ProviderHost NameUsername/EmailPassword/Key-
Select from the list of DDNS servers available. Enter your DDNS account host name. Enter your DDNS account username. Enter your DDNS account password.
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If you have a client PC that cannot run Internet applications properly from behind the DI54, then you can set the client up for unrestricted Internet access. It allows a computer to be exposed to the Internet. This feature is useful for gaming purposes. Enter the IP address of the internal computer that will be the DMZ host. Adding a client to the DMZ (Demilitarized Zone) may expose your local network to a variety of security risks, so only use this option as a last resort.
DMZ-
Enable or Disable the DMZ. The DMZ (Demilitarized Zone) allows a single computer to be exposed to the internet. By default the DMZ is disabled. Enter the IP Address of the computer to be in the DMZ
IP Address-
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Beacons are packets sent by an Access Point to synchronize a wireless network. Specify a value. 100 is the default setting and is recommended. This value should remain at its default setting of 43. If inconsistent data flow is a problem, only a minor modification should be made. The fragmentation threshold, which is specified in bytes, determines whether packets will be fragmented. Packets exceeding the 346 byte setting will be fragmented before transmission.346 is the default setting (Delivery Traffic Indication Message) 3 is the default setting. A DTIM is a countdown informing clients of the next window for listening to broadcast and multicast messages. Select Short or Long Preamble. The Preamble defines the length of the CRC block (Cyclic Redundancy Check is a common technique for detecting data transmission errors) for communication between the wireless router and the roaming wireless network adapters. Note: High network traffic areas should use the shorter preamble type. Auto is the default selection. Selct from the drop down menu. Choose Enabled to broadcast the SSID across the network. All devices on a network must share the same SSID (Service Set Identifier) to establish communication. Choose Disabled if you do not wish to broadcast the SSID over the network.
TX RatesSSID Broadcast-
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At this page, the DI-54 administrator can change the system password. There are two accounts that can access the Broadband Routers Web-Management interface. They are admin and user. Admin has read/write access while user has read-only access. User can only view the settings but cannot make any changes.
AdministratorPasswordUserPassword-
admin is the Administrator login name Enter the password and enter again to confirm user is the User login name Enter the password and enter again to confirm
from the Internet by a web browser. A username and password is still required to access the Web-Management interface. In general, only a member of your network can browse the built-in web pages to perform Administrator tasks. This feature enables you to perform Administrator tasks from the remote (Internet) host. band Router. If you input an asterisk (*) into this field, then any computer will be able to access the Router. Putting an asterisk (*) into this field would present a security risk and is not recommended. Port- The port number used to access the Broadband Router. Example- http://x.x.x.x:8080 where x.x.x.x is the WAN IP address of the Broadband Router and 8080 is the port used for the Web-Mangement interface.
IP Address- The Internet IP address of the computer that has access to the Broad-
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NTP is short for Network Time Protocol. NTP synchronizes computer clock times in a network of computers. This field is optional. Set Device Date and Time: To manually input the time. Enter the values in these fields for the Year, Month, Day, Hour, Minute, and Second. To manually input the time, enter the values in these fields for the Year, Month, Day, Hour, Minute, and Second. Click Set Time. To select Daylight Saving time manually, select enabled or disabled, and enter a start date and an end date for daylight saving time.
Daylight Saving-
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The current system settings can be saved as a file onto the local hard drive. The saved file or any other saved setting file can be loaded back on the Broadband Router. To reload a system settings file, click on Browse to browse the local hard drive and locate the system file to be used. You may also reset the Broadband Router back to factory settings by clicking on Restore.
Click Save to save the current settings to the local Hard Drive
Load Settings from Local Hard Drive- Click Browse to find the settings, then click Load Restore to Factory Default SettingsClick Restore to restore the factory default settings
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You can upgrade the firmware of the Router here. Make sure the firmware you want to use is on the local hard drive of the computer. Click on Browse to browse the local hard drive and locate the firmware to be used for the update. Please check the D-Link support site for firmware updates at http://support.dlink.com. You can download firmware upgrades to your hard drive from the D-Link support site.
Firmware Upgrade- Click on the link in this screen to find out if there is an upBrowse-
dated firmware; if so, download the new firmware to your hard After you have downloaded the new firmware, click Browse in this window to locate the firmware update on your hard drive. Click Apply to complete the firmware upgrade.
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The Ping Test is used to send Ping packets to test if a computer is on the Internet. Enter the IP Address that you wish to Ping, and click Ping Click Reboot to restart the DI-54 If you choose to block WAN Ping, the WAN IP Address of the DI-54 will not respond to pings. Blocking the Ping may provide some extra security from hackers. Discard Ping from WAN sideClick Enabled to block the WAN ping To use the Universal Plug and Play feature click on Enabled. UPNP provides compatibility with networking equipment, software and peripherals of the over 400 vendors that cooperate in the Plug and Play forum. The DI-54 supports VPN (Virtual Private Network) pass-through for both PPTP (Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol) and IPSec (IP Security). Once VPN pass-through is enabled, there is no need to open up virtual services. Multiple VPN connections can be made through the DI-54. This is useful when you have many VPN clients on the LAN network. PPTP- select Enabled or Disabled IPSec- select Enabled or Disabled
UPNP-
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This page displays the current information for the DI-54. It will display the LAN, WAN and MAC address information. If your WAN connection is set up for a Dynamic IP address then a Release button and a Renew button will be displayed. Use Release to disconnect from your ISP and use Renew to connect to your ISP. If your WAN connection is set up for PPPoE, a Connect button and a Disconnect button will be displayed. Use Disconnect to drop the PPPoE connection and use Connect to establish the PPPoE connection. This window will show the DI-54s working status:
WAN
IP Address: WAN/Public IP Address Subnet Mask: WAN/Public Subnet Mask Gateway: WAN/Public Gateway IP Address Domain Name Server: WAN/Public DNS IP Address WAN Status: WAN Connection Status IP Address: LAN/Private IP Address of the DI-54 Subnet Mask: LAN/Private Subnet Mask of the DI-54 MAC Address: Displays the MAC address SSID: Displays the current SSID Channel: Displays the current channel WEP: indicates whether WEP is enabled or disabled
LAN Wireless
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The Broadband Router keeps a running log of events and activities occurring on the Router. If the device is rebooted, the logs are automatically cleared. You may save the log files under Log Settings.
View Log-
First Page - The first page of the log Last Page - The last page of the log Previous - Moves back one log page Next - Moves forward one log page Clear - Clears the logs completely Log Settings - Brings up the page to configure the log
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Not only does the Broadband Router display the logs of activities and events, it can setup to send these logs to another location.
The address of the SMTP server that will be used to send the logs The email address to which the logs will be sent. Click on Send Mail Now to send the email.
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The screen above displays theTraffic Statistics. Here you can view the amount of packets that pass through the DI-524 on both the WAN and the LAN ports. The traffic counter will reset if the device is rebooted.
The wireless client table displays a list of current connected wireless clients. This table also displays the connection time and MAC address of the connected wireless client. Click on Help at any time, for more information.
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Networking Basics
Using the Network Setup Wizard in Windows XP
In this section you will learn how to establish a network at home or work, using Microsoft Windows XP. Note: Please refer to websites such as http://www.homenethelp.com and http://www.microsoft.com/windows2000 for information about networking computers using Windows 2000, ME or 98. Go to Start>Control Panel>Network Connections Select Set up a home or small office network
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Networking Basics
Please follow all the instructions in this window:
Click Next In the following window, select the best description of your computer. If your computer connects to the internet through a gateway/router, select the second option as shown.
Click Next
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Enter a Computer description and a Computer name (optional.)
Click Next Enter a Workgroup name. All computers on your network should have the same Workgroup name.
Click Next
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Please wait while the Network Setup Wizard applies the changes.
When the changes are complete, click Next. Please wait while the Network Setup Wizard configures the computer. This may take a few minutes.
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In the window below, select the option that fits your needs. In this example, Create a Network Setup Disk has been selected. You will run this disk on each of the computers on your network. Click Next.
Insert a disk into the Floppy Disk Drive, in this case drive A.
Click Next.
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Please read the information under Heres how in the screen below. After you complete the Network Setup Wizard you will use the Network Setup Disk to run the Network Setup Wizard once on each of the computers on your network. To continue click Next.
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Please read the information on this screen, then click Finish to complete the Network Setup Wizard.
The new settings will take effect when you restart the computer. Click Yes to restart the computer.
You have completed configuring this computer. Next, you will need to run the Network Setup Disk on all the other computers on your network. After running the Network Setup Disk on all your computers, your new wireless network will be ready to use.
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Click Start (in the lower left corner of the screen) Right-click on My Computer Select Properties and click
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Click OK
Right-click on
Click on Status
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Click the
Support tab
Click Close
Go to Start
Double-click on
Control Panel
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Double-click
on Network Connections
Double-click on
Properties
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Input your IP address and subnet mask. (The IP Addresses on your network must be within the same range. For example, if one computer has an IP Address of 19.168.0., the other computers should have IP Addresses that are sequential, like 19.168.0.3 and 19.168.0.4. The subnet mask must be the same for all the computers on the network.)
addresses. (Note: If you are entering a DNS server, you must enter the IP Address of the Default Gateway.)
The DNS server information will be supplied by your ISP (Internet Service Provider.)
Click OK 5
Click on Network c
Select Built-in Ethernet in the Show pull-down menu Select Manually in the
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Click on Network
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Networking Basics Checking the Wireless Connection by Pinging in Windows XP and 2000
to Go Start > Run > type cmd. A window similar to this one will appear. Type ping xxx.xxx.xxx. xxx, where xxx is the IP Address of the Wireless Router or Access Point. A good wireless connection will show four replies from the Wireless Router or Acess Point, as shown.
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Troubleshooting
This Chapter provides solutions to problems that can occur during the installation and operation of the DI-54 Wireless Broadband Router. We cover various aspects of the network setup, including the network adapters. Please read the following if you are having problems. Note: It is recommended that you use an Ethernet connection to configure the DI-524 Wireless Broadband Router.
1.The computer used to configure the DI-524 cannot access the Configuration menu. Check that the Ethernet LED on the DI-54 is ON. If the LED is not
ON, check that the cable for the Ethernet connection is securely inserted.
item 3 (Check that the drivers for the network adapters are installed properly) in this Troubleshooting section to check that the drivers are loaded properly. DI-54. Please see Checking the IP Address in Windows XP in the Networking Basics section of this manual.
Check that the IP Address is in the same range and subnet as the
Note: The IP Address of the DI-524 is 192.168.0.1. All the computers on the network must have a unique IP Address in the same range, e.g., 192.168.0.x. Any computers that have identical IP Addresses will not be visible on the network. They must all have the same subnet mask, e.g., 255.255.255.0
Start>Run>Type Command>Type ping 192.168.0.1. A successful ping will show four replies.
Note: If you have changed the default IP Address, make sure to ping the correct IP Address assigned to the DI-524.
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Troubleshooting 2. The wireless client cannot access the Internet in the Infrastructure mode.
Make sure the wireless client is associated and joined with the correct Access Point. To check this connection: Right-click on the Local Area Connection icon in the taskbar> select View Available Wireless Networks. The Connect to Wireless Network screen will appear. Please make sure you have selected the correct available network, as shown in the illustrations below.
that the IP Address assigned to the wireless adapter is within Check
the same IP Address range as the access point and gateway. (Since the DI-524 has an IP Address of 192.168.0.1, wireless adapters must have an IP Address in the same range, e.g., 192.168.0.x. Each device must have a unique IP Address; no two devices may have the same IP Address. The subnet mask must be the same for all the computers on the network.) To check the IP Address assigned to the wireless adapter, double-click on the Local Area Connection icon in the taskbar > select the Support tab and the IP Address will be displayed. (Please refer to Checking the IP Address in the Networking Basics section of this manual.) please refer to the appropriate section in Networking Basics. If you are entering a DNS Server address you must also enter the Default Gateway Address. (Remember that if you have a DHCP-capable router, you will not need to assign a Static IP Address. See Networking Basics: Assigning a Static IP Address.)
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Troubleshooting 3. Check that the drivers for the network adapters are installed properly.
You may be using different network adapters than those illustrated here, but this procedure will remain the same, regardless of the type of network adapters you are using.
Go to Start >
Select the Hardware Tab
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Troubleshooting
Double-click on Network Adapters
Right-click on D-Link
AirPlus DWL-G650 Wireless Cardbus Adapter (In this example we use the DWL-G650; you may be using other network adapters, but the procedure will remain the same.)
D-Link AirPlus DWL-G650
Click OK
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If you are using .4GHz cordless phones, X-10 equipment or other home security systems, ceiling fans, and lights, your wireless connection will degrade dramatically or drop altogether. Try changing the Channel on your Router, Access Point and Wireless adapter to a different Channel to avoid interference.
Keep your product away (at least 3-6 feet) from electrical devices that generate RF noise, like microwaves, Monitors, electric motors, etc.
Make sure that the SSID on the Router and the Wireless Client are exactly the same. If they are not, wireless connection will not be established.
Move the DI-54 and the wireless client into the same room and then test the wireless connection. Disable all security settings. (WEP, MAC Address Control)
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Keep your product away (at least 3-6 feet) from electrical devices that generate RF noise, like microwaves, Monitors, electric motors, etc.
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Reset
To hard-reset the DI-54 to Factory Default Settings, please do the following:
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Technical Specifications
Standards IEEE 80.11g IEEE 80.11b IEEE 80.3 IEEE 80.3u
Device Management
Web-Based- Internet Explorer v6 or later; Netscape Navigator v7 or later; or other Java-enabled browsers DHCP Server and Client
NAT with VPN Passthrough (Network Address Translation) MAC Filtering IP Filtering URL Filtering Domain Blocking Scheduling
Wireless Operating Range Indoors up to 38 feet (100 meters) Outdoors up to 984 feet (300 meters) Operating Temperature 3F to 104F (0C to 40C) Humidity:
FCC, CE
Wireless Frequency Range: .4GHz to .46GHz
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Technical Specifications Power WAN LAN (10/100) WLAN (Wireless Connection) Physical Dimensions: L = 5.6 inches (14mm) W = 4.3 inches (109mm) H = 1. inches (31mm)
Wireless Transmit Power: LEDs:
External Antenna Type: Modulation Technology: Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM) Power Input: Weight: Single detachable reverse SMA
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Technical Specifications
Wireless Data Rates with Automatic Fallback: 54 Mbps 48 Mbps 36 Mbps 4 Mbps 18 Mbps 1 Mbps 11 Mbps 9 Mbps Mbps 6 Mbps 5.5 Mbps Mbps 1 Receiver Sensitivity:
54Mbps OFDM, 10% PER, -68dBm 48Mbps OFDM, 10% PER, -68dBm 36Mbps OFDM, 10% PER, -75dBm 4Mbps OFDM, 10% PER, -79dBm 18Mbps OFDM, 10% PER, -8dBm 1Mbps OFDM, 10% PER, -84dBm 11Mbps CCK, 8% PER, -8dBm 9Mbps OFDM, 10% PER, -87dBm 6Mbps OFDM, 10% PER, -88dBm 5.5Mbps CCK, 8% PER, -85dBm Mbps QPSK, 8% PER, -86dBm 1Mbps BPSK, 8% PER, -89dBm
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Click to the Connection tab and set the dialup option to Never Dial a Connection. Click the LAN Settings button
Go to the Advanced tab and click the button to restore these settings to their defaults Click OK. Go to the desktop and close any open windows
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Step 3 The IP Configuration window will appear, displaying your Ethernet Adapter Information.
Select your adapter from the drop down menu. If you do not see your adapter in the drop down menu, your adapter is
not properly installed.
Step 4 After selecting your adapter, it will display your IP Address, subnet mask, and default gateway. Step 5 Click OK to close the IP Configuration window
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Step 3 From the Command Prompt, enter ipconfig. It will return your IP Address, subnet mask, and default gateway
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(IE AT&T-BI, Cox, Adelphia, Rogers, Roadrunner, Charter, and Comcast). Note: Please configure the router with the computer that was last connected directly to the cable modem. Step 1 Log into the web based configuration by typing in the IP Address of the router (default:19.168.0.1) in your web browser. The username is admin (all lowercase) and the password is blank (nothing). Step 2 Click the Home tab and click the WAN button. Dynamic IP Address is the default value, however, if Dynamic IP Address is not selected as the WAN type, select Dynamic IP Address by clicking on the radio button. Click Clone Mac Address. Click on Apply and then Continue to save the changes.
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Step 2 Click the Home tab and click the WAN button. Select Static IP Address and enter your static settings obtained from the ISP in the fields provided. If you do not know your settings, you must contact your ISP.
Step 3 Click on Apply and then click Continue to save the changes. Step 4 Click the Status tab and click the Device Info button. Your IP Address information will be displayed under the WAN heading.
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Can I use my D-Link Broadband Router to share my Internet connection provided by AOL DSL Plus?
In most cases yes. AOL DSL+ may use PPPoE for authentication bypassing the client software. If this is the case, then our routers will work with this service. Please contact AOL if you are not sure. To set up your router: Step 1 Log into the web-based configuration (192.168.0.1) and configure the WAN side to use PPPoE. Step 2 Enter your screen name followed by @aol.com for the user name. Enter your AOL password in the password box. Step 3 You will have to set the MTU to 1400. AOL DSL does not allow for anything higher than 1400. Step 4 Apply settings. Step 5 Recycle the power to the modem for 1 minute and then recycle power to the router. Allow 1 to minutes to connect. If you connect to the Internet with a different internet service provider and want to use the AOL software, you can do that without configuring the routers firewall settings. You need to configure the AOL software to connect using TCP/IP. Go to http://www.aol.com for more specific configuration information of their software.
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Step 2 Log into the web based configuration of the router by typing in the IP Address of the router (default:19.168.0.1) in your web browser. The username is admin (all lowercase) and the password is blank (nothing)
Step 3 Click the Advanced tab and then click on the DMZ button. Select Enable and type in the IP Address you found in step 1.
Step 4 Click Apply and then Continue to save the changes. Note: When DMZ is enabled, Virtual Server settings will still be effective. Remember, you cannot forward the same port to multiple IP Addresses, so the Virtual Server settings will take priority over DMZ settings.
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Enable X X X
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Step 9 Click Apply and then click Continue. Step 10 Run PCAnywhere from the remote site and use the WAN IP Address of the router, not your computers IP Address.
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Step 6 Click on the Tools tab and then Misc on the left side. Step 7 Make sure Gaming Mode is Enabled. If not, click Enabled. Click Apply and then Continue.
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Click Apply and then continue Step 5 Enter nd entry: Click Enabled NAME - Gamespy PRIVATE IP - The IP Address of your computer that you are running Gamespy from. PROTOCOL TYPE - Both PRIVATE PORT - 6500 PUBLIC PORT - 6500 SCHEDULE - Always. Click Apply and then continue.
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Make sure that you did not enable proxy/firewall in the KaZaA software.
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How do I set up my router to use iChat? -for Macintosh usersYou must open ports on your router to allow incoming traffic while using iChat. iChat uses the following ports: 5060 (UDP) 5190 (TCP) File Sharing 16384-16403 (UDP) To video conference with other clients Step 1 Open your web browser and enter the IP Address of your router (19.168.0.1). Enter username (admin) and your password (leave blank). Step 2 Click on Advanced and then click Firewall.
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Step 5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 enter ichat2 and open ports 16384-16403 (UDP).
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You can find software updates and user documentation on the D-Link website. D-Link provides free technical support for customers within the United States and within Canada for the duration of the warranty period on this product. U.S. and Canadian customers can contact D-Link technical support through our web site, or by phone.
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The customer must submit with the product as part of the claim a written description of the Hardware defect or Software nonconformance in sufficient detail to allow D-Link to confirm the same. The original product owner must obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number from the Authorized D-Link Service Office and, if requested, provide written proof of purchase of the product (such as a copy of the dated purchase invoice for the product) before the warranty service is provided. After an RMA number is issued, the defective product must be packaged securely in the original or other suitable shipping package to ensure that it will not be damaged in transit, and the RMA number must be prominently marked on the outside of the package. Do not include any manuals or accessories in the shipping package. D-Link will only replace the defective portion of the Product and will not ship back any accessories. The customer is responsible for all in-bound shipping charges to D-Link. No Cash on Delivery (COD) is allowed. Products sent COD will either be rejected by D-Link or become the property of D-Link. Products shall be fully insured by the customer. D-Link will not be held responsible for any packages that are lost in transit to D-Link. The repaired or replaced packages will be shipped to the customer via UPS Ground or any common carrier selected by D-Link, with shipping charges prepaid. Expedited shipping is available if shipping charges are prepaid by the customer and upon request.
Return Merchandise Ship-To Address USA: 17595 Mt. Herrmann, Fountain Valley, CA 9708 Canada: 180 Winston Park Drive, Oakville, ON, L6H 5W1 (Visit http://www.dlink.ca for detailed warranty information within Canada) D-Link may reject or return any product that is not packaged and shipped in strict compliance with the foregoing requirements, or for which an RMA number is not visible from the outside of the package. The product owner agrees to pay D-Links reasonable handling and return shipping charges for any product that is not packaged and shipped in accordance with the foregoing requirements, or that is determined by D-Link not to be defective or non-conforming. What Is Not Covered: This limited warranty provided by D-Link does not cover: Products, if in D-Links judgment, have been subjected to abuse, accident, alteration, modification, tampering, negligence, misuse, faulty installation, lack of reasonable care, repair or service in any way that is not contemplated in the documentation for the product, or if the model or serial number has been altered, tampered with, defaced or removed; Initial installation, installation and removal of the product for repair, and shipping costs; Operational adjustments covered in the operating manual for the product, and normal maintenance; Damage that occurs in shipment, due to act of God, failures due to power surge, and cosmetic damage; Any hardware, software, firmware or other products or services provided by anyone other than D-Link; Products that have been purchased from inventory clearance or liquidation sales or other sales in which D-Link, the sellers, or the liquidators expressly disclaim their warranty obligation pertaining to the product. Repair by anyone other than D-Link or an Authorized D-Link Service Office will void this Warranty. Disclaimer of Other Warranties: EXCEPT FOR THE LIMITED WARRANTY SPECIFIED HEREIN, THE PRODUCT IS PROVIDED AS-IS WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY OF ANY KIND WHATSOEVER INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND NON-INFRINGEMENT. IF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY CANNOT BE DISCLAIMED IN ANY TERRITORY WHERE A PRODUCT IS SOLD, THE DURATION OF SUCH IMPLIED WARRANTY SHALL BE LIMITED TO NINETY (90) DAYS. EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY COVERED UNDER THE LIMITED WARRANTY PROVIDED HEREIN, THE ENTIRE RISK AS TO THE QUALITY, SELECTION AND PERFORMANCE OF THE PRODUCT IS WITH THE PURCHASER OF THE PRODUCT. Limitation of Liability: TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, D-LINK IS NOT LIABLE UNDER ANY CONTRACT, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT LIABILITY OR OTHER LEGAL OR EQUITABLE THEORY FOR ANY LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT, INCONVENIENCE OR DAMAGES OF ANY CHARACTER, WHETHER DIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF GOODWILL, LOSS OF REVENUE OR PROFIT, WORK STOPPAGE, COMPUTER FAILURE OR MALFUNCTION, FAILURE OF OTHER EQUIPMENT OR COMPUTER PROGRAMS TO WHICH D-LINKS PRODUCT IS CONNECTED WITH, LOSS OF INFORMATION OR DATA CONTAINED IN, STORED ON, OR INTEGRATED WITH ANY PRODUCT RETURNED TO D-LINK FOR WARRANTY SERVICE) RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT, RELATING TO WARRANTY SERVICE, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY, EVEN IF D-LINK HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. THE SOLE REMEDY FOR A BREACH OF THE FOREGOING LIMITED WARRANTY IS REPAIR, REPLACEMENT OR REFUND OF THE DEFECTIVE OR NON-CONFORMING PRODUCT. THE MAXIMUM
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For detailed warranty outside the United States, please contact corresponding local D-Link office.
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 () this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the users authority to operate this equipment. IMPORTANT NOTE: FCC Radiation Exposure Statement: This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 0cm between the radiator & your body. To maintain compliance with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, please avoid direct contact to the transmitting antenna during transmitting. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. D-Link declares that the DI-54 (FCC ID: KA2DI524D1) is limited in CH1~CH11 by specified firmware controlled in the USA.
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