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Table o Contents
Table o ContentsGeneral Inormation .......................................... ........................................ 4
Package Contents ..................................... .......................................... ............ 4
Important Saety Instructions..................................... ................................ 5
Front Panel View ........................................ .......................................... ............ 6
Rear Panel View .................................... ......................................... ................... 7
Angle View ...................................... ......................................... .......................... 8
Installing the Router .......................................... ........................................ 9
Installation Diagram ................................................................................11
Confguring Your Computer .................................................... ...............12
Windows 7, Vista, Windows XP, 2000 ..................................................12
Mac .....................................................................................................................14
Log In To The Router ................................................................................15
Setup ...........................................................................................................16
Setup Wizard ...................................................................................................16
Congure Wireless Network ......................................................................20
LAN Settings....................................................................................................21Apply Settings .......................................................................................21
Internet Setup ................................................................................................22
ATM PVC Conguration...............................................................................23
Connection Type ...........................................................................................24
PPP over Ethernet (PPPoE) .................................... .....................................25
DNS Server Conguration ..................................... .....................................27
Deault Gateway ............................................................................................28
Setup Summary (PPPoE) ....................................... ......................................29
MAC Encapsulation Routing or DHCP ...................................................30
Network Address Translation Settings (MER/DHCP) ........................31
DNS Server Conguration (MER/DHCP) .................................... ............32
Deault Gateway (MER/DHCP) ......................................... .........................33
Setup Summary (MER/DHCP) .......................................... .........................34
Bridging ............................................................................................................35
Setup Summary (Bridging) ........................................ ................................36
Wireless Settings ...........................................................................................37
Wireless Connection Setup Wizard ..................................... ...........38
Wi-Fi Protected Setup ........................................................................39
Manual Wireless Setup ................................................................................40Local Network ..................................... ......................................... ...................42
Time and Date .................................... ......................................... ...................43
Advanced Wireless ...................................................................................44
Advanced Settings ...................................................................................45
MAC Filter .........................................................................................................46
Wireless Bridge .......................................... ......................................... ............47
Wireless QoS....................................................................................................48
Port Forwarding ............................................................................................49
Port Triggering ...............................................................................................51
DMZ Host .........................................................................................................52
Parental Control ........................................ ......................................... ............53
Block MAC Address ...................................... ........................................54
Filtering Options ....................................... ......................................... ............55
Incoming IP Filtering Setup .................................... ..........................56
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Outgoing IP Filtering Setup ...................................... ........................57
Bridge Filtering Setup.........................................................................58
Firewall ..............................................................................................................59
DNS .....................................................................................................................60
Dynamic DNS ..................................................................................................61
Network Tools ....................................... ......................................... .................62
Port Mapping ...................................... ......................................... ..........63
IGMP..........................................................................................................64
Quality o Service .................................................................................65
ADSL Setting ..........................................................................................66
SNMP ........................................................................................................67
UPnP .........................................................................................................68
TR-069 ................................................................. .....................................69
Routing .............................................................................................................70
Static Route ............................................................................................70
Deault Gateway ...................................... .......................................... ...71
RIP ..............................................................................................................72
Schedules ...................................................................................................73
Maintenance ..............................................................................................74
System ...............................................................................................................74Firmware Update ....................................... .......................................... ..........75
Access Control ................................................................................................76
Account Password ...............................................................................76
Services ....................................................................................................77
IP Address ...............................................................................................78
Diagnostics ......................................................................................................79
System Log ......................................................................................................80
Logout ...............................................................................................................81
Status ..........................................................................................................82
Device Ino .......................................................................................................82
Wireless Clients ..............................................................................................83
DHCP Clients ...................................................................................................84
Logs ....................................................................................................................85
Statistics ............................................................................................................86
Route Ino.........................................................................................................87
Troubleshooting .......................................................................................88
Networking Basics ....................................................................................90
Check your IP address..................................................................................90
Statically Assign an IP address ......................................... .........................91
Contacting Technical Support ................................................................ 92
Warranty .....................................................................................................93
Registration ...............................................................................................97
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Section 1 - General Inormation
General InormationThe D-Link DSL-2740B is an ADSL2+ router ofering the convenience o 4 LAN ports or additional computers. This user manual provides you with
a simple and easy-to-understand ormat to install and congure your router.
Package Contents
ADSL2+ Modem with Wireless N 300 Router
12VDC, 1A DC CEC-compliant switching power adapter
RJ-11 telephone cable
RJ-45 Ethernet cable
Installation CD-ROM
QIG
Note: Using a power supply with a dierent voltage rating than the one included with the DSL-2740B will cause damage and void the warranty or this
product.
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Important Saety Instructions Placeyourrouteronaatsurfaceclosetothecablesinalocationwithsucientventilation.
Topreventoverheating,donotobstructtheventilationopeningsofthisequipment.
Plugthisequipmentintoasurgeprotectortoreducetheriskofdamagefrompowersurgesandlightningstrikes. Operatethisequipmentonlyfromanelectricaloutletwiththecorrectpowersourceasindicatedontheadapter.
Donotopenthecoverofthisequipment.Openingthecoverwillvoidanywarrantiesontheequipment.
Unplugequipmentrstbeforecleaning.Adampclothcanbeusedtocleantheequipment.Donotuseliquid/aerosolcleanersor
magnetic/static cleaning devices.
Toreducetheriskofre,useonlyNo.26AWG(oralargerdiameter/smallerAWG)RJ-11telephonecable.
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Front Panel View
1 Power LED A solid green light indicates the unit is powered on.
A red light indicates a malunction.
2 LAN LEDs A solid light indicates a connection to an Ethernet-enabled computer on ports
1-4. This LED blinks during data transmission.
3 Wireless LEDAsolidgreenlightindicatesthewirelessfunctionisoperatingcorrectly.A
ashinggreenlightindicateswirelesstracispassingthroughtherouter.
4 DSL LED A solid light indicates the DSL is synchronized.
AashingLEDindicatesthemodemisattemptingtosynchronizewiththeDSL
provider.
5 Internet LED
A solid green light indicates that the modem has an IP address and is connected
to the Internet.
A red light indicates that the modem does not have an IP address or authentication
has ailed.
No light indicates that an ADSL connection is not present or the modem is in
bridge mode.
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Rear Panel View
1 2 3 4 5 6
1 DSL Line Connecttoanactivetelephoneline(RJ-11).
2 LAN Ports (1-4) Connect Ethernet devices such as computers, switches, and hubs.
3 Wireless ON/OFF Pressing this button to turn the Wireless eature on or of.
4 Reset Pressing the Reset button or 10 seconds restores the modem to its original actory
deault settings.
5 ON/OFF Press this button to turn the unit on or of.
6 Power Receptor Receptor or the supplied power adapter.
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Angle View
1 WPS Button Pressthisbuttontoaddyourdevicetoanexistingnetworkortocreateanew
network.
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Section 2 - Installing The Router
Installing the Router
Connect the ADSL and Telephone Lines
ConnectanRJ-11cablebetweenthewallphonejackandtheADSL port on the rear panel o the router.
Connect the PC to the Router
TousetheEthernetconnection,connecttheEthernetcablefromthecomputerdirectlytotherouter.Connectoneendofthe
Ethernet cable to the port labeled LAN on the back o the router and attach the other end to the Ethernet port o your computer.
IfyourLANhasmorethanonecomputer,youcanattachoneendofanEthernetcabletoahuboraswitchandtheothertothe
Ethernet port (labeled LAN) on the router. Note that either a crossover or straight-through Ethernet cable can be used. The router
automaticallyrecognizesthetypeofconnectionthatisrequired.
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Section 2 - Installing The Router
Connect the Power Adapter
Completetheprocessbyconnectingthesupplied12VAC,1ApoweradaptertothePOWERconnectoronthebackofthedevice
and plug the adapter into a wall outlet or power strip. Then turn on and boot up your PC and any LAN devices, such as hubs or
switches, and any computers connected to them.
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Section 3 - Installation Diagram
Installation Diagram
1 2 LAN 3 4ON/OFFRESET
WIRELESS
ON/OFF12V--- 1A
DSL
DSL-2740B Router
Desktop Computer
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Section 4 - Conguring Your Computer
Prior to accessing the router through the LAN port, note the ollowing necessary congurations:
YourPCsTCP/IPaddress:192.168.1.x(wherexisanynumberbetween2and254)
TheroutersdefaultIPaddress:192.168.1.1
Subnetmask:255.255.255.0
Below are the procedures or conguring your computer. Follow the instructions or the operating system that you are using.
Confguring Your Computer
Windows 7, Vista, Windows XP, 2000I you are not using a DHCP capable gateway/router, or you need to assign a static IP address, please ollow the steps below:
Step 1
Windows 7 - Click on Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center.
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-clickMy Network Places > Properties.
Step 2
Right-click on the Local Area Connection which represents your D-Link network adapter and select Properties.
Step 3
Highlight Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and clickProperties.
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Section 4 - Conguring Your Computer
Mac
These are instructions or conguring your Mac OS X operating system
1. In the Mac OS X Dock, click on the System Preerences icon.
2. Under Internet & Network, clickNetwork. In the Show menu, select Built-in Ethernet or Ethernet (Depending on your Mac OS version.)
3. Click the TCP/IP tab.
4. In the Congure menu, select Using DHCP.
5. ClickApply Now and Save i your computer prompts you to save changes.
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Section 5 - Log In To The Router
Log In To The RouterThissectionwillexplainhowtologintoyourrouterusingthefollowingsteps:
1. Launch your web browser.
2. Enter the URL http://192.168.1.1 in the address bar and press Enter.
A login screen like the one below will be displayed ater you connect to the user interace.
3. Enter your user name and password, and then clickOKto display the user interace.
Note: Useadmin/admin as deault or username andpassword.
Theadminaccountcanperformallfunctions(username / password: admin / admin).
Note: Passwords can be changed at any time.
Note: This manual has been prepared using the admin user name.
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Section 6 - Setup
SetupThis section will show you how to congure your new D-Link wireless router using the web-based conguration utility. Please prepare your DSLaccount inormation provided by your Internet Service Provider (ISP).
Setup WizardToquicklycongureyourrouter,clickSetup Wizard.
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ClickNext to continue.
Create a new password and clickNext to continue or clickSkip to keep
your current password.
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In this section you may congure, update, and maintain the correct time
or the internal system clock. Set the time zone that you are in and set
the NTP (Network Time Protocol) Server. Select the time zone rom the
drop-down menu and then clickNext to continue.
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Section 6 - Setup
Select your Country and Internet Service provider rom the drop-down
menus.IfyourCountryorISPisnotonthelist,pleaseselect others.
Reer to your DSL account inormation and select the proper Protocol and
ConnectionType.Next,enteryourISPassignedVPIandVCIsettings.
Alternatively,youmaychecktheboxlabeledEnableDSLAuto-Scan.ClickNext to continue.
Tologoutoftheroutersuserinterfaceatanytimeduringthesetup,click
on the Logout button. A conrmation screen will appear conrming that
you really want to log out.
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Confgure Wireless Network
Ifyouwouldliketomakewirelessavailable,thisboxmustbe
checked.ToDisablewireless,uncheckthisbox.
Choose Invisible i you would like to hide any access point or
your router so a station cannot obtain the SSID through passive
scanning.
Give your wireless network a name. For security reasons it is
recommended to change the pre-congured network name.
It is suggested to use WPA2-PSK or the highest level o wireless
security.
Enable Your
Wireless Network:
Visibility Status:
Wireless Network
Name (SSID):
Security Level:
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LAN Settings
In this section, you can congure the DSL Router IP Address and Subnet Mask or the LAN interace.
Apply Settings
The Setup is now complete. Click Finish to apply the current settings.
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ATM PVC Confguration
ThesevaluesarerequiredforallDSLconnectiontypes
and are provided by your ISP.
Use the deault setting unless otherwise instructed by
your ISP.
Use the deault setting unless otherwise instructed
by your ISP. For more inormation about QoS, see the
Quality o Service section in this user manual.
VPI/VCI:
Service
Category:
Enable QoS:
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Connection Type
This eld shows the types o network protocols and encapsulation modes that can be congured.
Connection Type: Select the connection type that your ISP has instructed to use.
PPPoverATM(PPPoA)
PPPoverEthernet(PPPoE)
MACEncapsulationRouting(MER)/DHCP
IPoverATM(IPoA)
Bridging
PPPoE, MER (also reerred to as DHCP) and Bridging are the most common
connection types in North America. To set up a PPPoE, MER or Bridging
connection, ollow the instructions on the ollowing pages o this user
manual. PPPoA and IPoA are more widely utilized in other regions. Setup
or PPPoA and IPoA are similar to PPPoE and MER, respectively.
Encapsulation Mode: Use the deault setting unless otherwise instructed by your ISP.
Note:These settings are ISP dependant. For inormation regarding proper confguration, contact your ISP.
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PPP over Ethernet (PPPoE)Enter your username as provided by your ISP.
Enter your password as provided by your ISP.
Enter any name that will help you identiy your connection. This
eld will not afect your connection.
Use the deault setting unless otherwise instructed by your ISP.
Use the deault setting o 1492 unless otherwise instructed by
your ISP.
Use the deault setting unless otherwise instructed by your ISP.
Select i you would like to share your internet connection with
multiple computers. The router will share your DSL connection
with wired and wirelessly connected computers.
Select this option i you would like to utilize a one-to-one Network
Address Translation. It will map a single internal IP address to a
singleexternalIPaddress.
Select i you would like to utilize the rewall to help protect you
rom unwanted internet threats
PPP Username:
PPP Password:
PPPoE Service Name:
Authentication
Method:
MTU:
MRU:
Enable NAT:
Enable Fullcone NAT:
Enable Firewall:
S i S
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Dial on demand
(with idle
timeout timer):
PPP IP extension:
Use Static IPv4
Address:
Retry PPP
password on
authentication
error:
Enable PPP
Debug Mode:
Bridge PPPoE
Frames Between
WAN and
Local Ports:
Enable IGMP
Multicast:
Enable VLAN:
Allows you to manually connect to the Internet so you are not permanently connected. Idle timeout timer is included.
UsedbysomeISPs.CheckwithyourISPtoseeifitisrequired.
Select i your ISP has provided you with a static IP address. I selected, you will be asked to enter the static IP address.
Select i you want the router to automatically retry your PPP username and password when there is an authentication error on
your DSL line.
Select i you want to keep a log o connection negotiation transactions. This option is used or troubleshooting connection issues.
Use the deault setting unless otherwise instructed by your ISP.
Use the deault setting unless otherwise instructed by your ISP.
Use the deault setting unless otherwise instructed by your ISP.
S i 6 S
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DNS Server Confguration
IObtain DNS Server address automatically is selected, this router accepts the rst received DNS assignment rom the PPPoE enabled PVC during
the connection establishment.
IUse the ollowing DNS server addresses is selected, enter the primary and secondary (optional) DNS server IP addresses
S ti 6 S t
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Deault GatewayFrom this page, you can select a preerred WAN interace as the system deault gateway.
Section 6 Setup
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Setup Summary (PPPoE)
Conrm the settings on this page match the settings provided by your ISP. To make any changes, clickBack.
I your settings are correct, clickApply.
Note:Ater clickingApply, you will have to reboot the router in order to activate your connection
Section 6 Setup
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MAC Encapsulation Routing or DHCPThis page allows you to congure your MER/DHCP connection. Use deault settings unless otherwise instructed by your ISP. This might include
using a static IP address. In such a case, select Use the ollowing Static IP address and enter your static IP address as provided by your ISP.
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Network Address Translation Settings (MER/DHCP)
Enable NAT:
Enable Fullcone
NAT:
Enable Firewall:
Enable IGMP
Multicast:
Enable VLAN
Select i you would like to share your internet
connection with multiple computers. The router
will share your DSL connection with wired and
wirelessly connected computers.
Select this option i you would like to utilize a one-
to-one Network Address Translation. It will map
asingleinternalIPaddresstoasingleexternalIP
address.
Select i you would like to utilize the rewall to
help protect you rom unwanted internet threats.
Use deault setting unless otherwise instructed
by your ISP.
Use the deault setting unless otherwise instructed
by your ISP.
ClickNext.
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DNS Server Confguration (MER/DHCP)
I Obtain DNS Server address automatically is selected, this router accepts the
rst received DNS assignment rom the MER/DHCP enabled PVC during the
connection establishment.
I Use the ollowing DNS server addresses is selected, enter the primary and
secondary (optional) DNS server IP addresses.
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Deault Gateway (MER/DHCP)
In this section, you can select a preerred WAN interace as the system deault gateway.
Section 6 - Setup
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Setup Summary (MER/DHCP)
Conrm the settings on this page match the settings provided by your ISP. To make any changes, clickBack.
I your settings are correct, clickApply.
Note:Ater clicking Apply, you will have to reboot the router in order to activate your connection.
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Bridging
This option is Enabled by deault. Deselecting
this option will cause your DSL connection
to be disabled.
Enter any name that will help you identiy
your connection. This eld will not afect
your connection.
ClickNext.
Enable WAN
Service:
Service Name:
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Setup Summary (Bridging)
Conrm the settings on this page match the settings provided by your ISP. To make any changes, clickBack.
I your settings are correct, clickApply.
Note:Ater clickingApply, you will have to reboot the router in order to activate your connection.
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Wi-Fi Protected Setup
Select Auto to add a wireless client using WPS. Once you select Auto and click Connect, you will have a 120 second time limit to apply the settings
to your wireless client(s) and successully establish a connection.
IfyouselectManual,youwillbepromptedtoenteraNetworkName(SSID)andNetworkKey.ClickNextandasettingssummaryscreenwillappear.
Write down the security key and enter this on your wireless clients.
Pin:
PBC:
Select this option to use PIN method. In order to use this method
youmustknowthewirelessclients8digitPINandclickConnect.
Select this option to use PBC (Push Button) method to add a
wireless client. Click Connect.
Section 7 - Advanced Setup
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Manual Wireless SetupEnable Wireless:
Wireless Network
Name (SSID):
Country:
Wireless Channel:
802.11 Mode:
Bandwidth:
Ifyouwouldliketomakewirelessavailable,youmustcheckthisbox
rst.
TheSSID(ServiceSetIdentication)istheuniquenamesharedamong
all devices in a wireless network. The SSID must be identical or all
devices in the wireless network.
Thechannelwilladjustaccordingtonationstoadapttoeachnations
frequencyprovision.
Auto setting can be selected to allow the device to choose the channel
with the least amount o intererence.
Select one o the ollowing:
802.11g Only Select i all o your wireless clients are 802.11g.
Mixed 802.11g and 802.11b Select i you are using both 802.11g
and 802.11b wireless clients.
802.11b Only Select i all o your wireless clients are 802.11b.
802.11n Only Select i all o your wireless clients are 802.11n.Mixed 802.11n, 802.11b, and 802.11g Selectifyouareusingamix
o 802.11n, 11g, and 11b wireless clients.
Select the channel width:
Auto 20/40 Select i you are using both 802.11n and non-802.11n
wireless devices.
20MHz Select i you are not using any 802.11n wireless clients. This
is the deault setting.
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Transmission Rate:
Hide Wireless
Network:
Wireless Security
Mode:
Select the transmission rate. It is strongly suggested to select Best (Auto) or best perormance
Checkthisboxifyouwouldliketohideanyaccesspointforyourrouter,soastationcannotobtaintheSSIDthroughpassive
scanning.
Thisdeviceisequippedwith802.1XandWPA/WPA2(Wi-FiProtectedAccess),thelatestsecuritystandard.Beforeselecting
securitymode,consideryournetworksize,complexityandexistingauthenticationinfrastructureinordertodetermine
which solution is best.
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Local Network
You can congure the DSL Modem IP address and Subnet Mask or the LAN interace. This section is optional and you do not need to change any
o the settings here to get your network up and running.
Click the Apply button to save the LAN conguration data. The router will
automatically reboot to apply the new conguration.
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Time and DateThe Time Conguration option allows you to congure, update, and maintain the correct time on the internal system clock. In this section, you
can set the time zone that you are in and set the NTP (Network Time Protocol) Server. Daylight Saving can also be congured to automatically
adjustthetimewhenneeded.
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Advanced SettingsYou can select a particular channel on which to operate, orce the transmission rate to a particular speed, set the ragmentation threshold, set the
RTS threshold, set the wake-up interval or clients in power-save mode, set the beacon interval
or the access point, set XPress mode and set short or long preambles.
Band:
Channel:
Auto Channel
Timer:
54g Rate:
Multicast Rate:
Basic Rate:
Guest Wireless:
Select802.11b/gusingwirelessfrequencybandrange.Theradiofrequency
remains at 2.437 GHz.
Fill in the appropriate channel to correspond with your network settings. All
devices in your wireless network must use the same channel in order to work
correctly. This router supports auto channeling unctionality.
Species the auto channelling timing.
Select the transmission rate or the network. The rate o data transmission
should be set depending on the speed o your wireless network. You can select
rom a range o transmission speeds, or you can select Auto to have the Router
automatically use the astest possible data rate and enable the Auto-Fallback
eature. Auto-Fallback will negotiate the best possible connection speed
between the Router and a wireless client. The deault value is Auto.
Select the multicast transmission rate or the network. The rate o data
transmission should be set depending on the speed o your wireless network.
You can select rom a range o transmission speeds, or you can select Auto to
have the Router automatically use the astest possible data rate and enable the
Auto-Fallback eature. Auto-Fallback will negotiate the best possible connection
speed between the Router and a wireless client. The deault value is Auto.
Select the basic transmission rate ability or the access point.
Allows you to create a temporary zone that can be used by guests to access the
internet. This zone will be separate rom your main wireless network.
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MAC FilterThe web page allows you to create a list o MAC addresses that are banned or allowed association with the wireless access point.
MAC Restrict
Mode:
Add a MAC
Access Control:
Remove a MAC
Access Control:
ClickSave/Apply to add the MAC address to the list.
The unction can be turned on/of, select Disabled to disable this
unction. Vice versa, to enable the unction. Ater enabling the
unction, you can lter wireless users according to their MAC address,
either allowing or denying access. Select Allow to make any wireless
MAC address in the Wireless Access Control List can be linked to. And
select Deny to ban any wireless MAC address in the Wireless Access
Control List.
To add a new MAC address to your wireless MAC address lters, click
Addtoshowthenextpage.TypetheMACAddressintheentryeld
provided.
SelectthecheckboxintherightcolumnofthelistfortheMACaddress
to be removed and clickRemove.
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Wireless BridgeTheWirelessDistributionSystem(WDS)allowsyoutoextendtherangeofyourwirelessnetworkbyintroducingoneormoreWDS-enableddevices
into your wireless network. You can only establish WDS links with WDS-enabled devices.
AP Mode:
Bridge Restrict:
SelectAccessPointsfunctionalitytobeAccessPointorpureWireless
Bridge. You can select Wireless Bridge (also known as Wireless
Distribution System) to disables access point unctionality. Selecting
Access Point enables access point unctionality and Wireless bridge
unctionality will still be available and wireless stations will be able to
associate to the AP.
Select Disabled to turn of wireless bridge restrictions. Any wireless
bridge will be granted access. Selecting Enabled or Enabled (Scan)
enables wireless bridge restriction. I enabled, only the specied
bridges are granted access.
ClickSave/Apply to congure the wireless bridge options and put the modications
into efect.
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Wireless QoSThispageallowsyoutocontrolthewirelesstracQoSrulewhichconsistsofaclassnameandatleastonecondition.
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Port ForwardingPortforwardingallowsyoutodirectincomingtracfromtheWANsidetotheinternalserverwithaprivateIPaddressontheLANside.
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Select the Service Name and enter the IP server Address, then clickApply.
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Port TriggeringI you congure port triggering or a certain application, you must determine a so-called trigger port and the protocol (TCP or UDP) that this port
uses. You then assign the public ports that are to be opened or the application to this trigger port. You can select known Internet services or
manually assign ports or port blocks.
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DMZ HostThe demilitarized military zone (DMZ) host eature allows one
localnetworkdevicetobeexposedtotheInternet.Thisfunction
is applicable or:
Userswhowanttouseaspecial-purposeInternetservice,suchas an on-line game or video conerencing program, that is not in
the port orwarding list and or which no port range inormation
is available.
Userswhoarenotconcernedwithsecurityandwishtoexpose
one computer to all services without restriction.
Note:A DMZ host is not protected by the frewall and may be vulnerable
to attack. This may also put other computers in the home network at
risk. Hence, when designating a DMZ host, you must consider the
security implications and take the appropriate precautions.
You can set up a client in your local network as a DMZ host. Your
devicethenforwardsallincomingdatatracfromtheInternettothisclient.Youcan,forexample,operateyourownWebserverononeofthe
clientsinyourlocalnetworkandmakeitaccessibletoInternetusers.Astheexposedhost,thelocalclientisdirectlyvisibletotheInternetand
thereforeparticularlyvulnerabletoattacks(forexample,hackerattacks).Enablethisfunctiononlywhennecessary(forexample,tooperatea
Webserver)andwhenotherfunctions(forexample,portforwarding)areinadequate.Inthiscase,youshouldtakeappropriatemeasuresforthe
clients concerned.
Note: Only one PC per public IP address can be setup as an exposed host.
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Parental ControlClick on Advanced > Parental Control and the ollowing page will appear.
ClickBlock MAC Address tocontinueandbedirectedtothenextpage.
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Block MAC Address
Inthispage,youcanaddatimeofdayrestrictiontoaparticularLANdeviceconnectedtotheRouter.TheBrowsersMACAddressautomatically
displays the MAC address o the LAN device where the browser is running. To restrict other LAN device, click Other MAC Address and enter the MAC
address o the another LAN device. To obtain the MAC address o a Windows based PC, enter ipcong /all in the DoS window.
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Filtering OptionsThis screen allows you to choose the Filtering Options you would like to access. You may select: Inbound IP Filtering, Outbound IP Filtering or
Bridge Filtering to be directed to the page.
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Incoming IP Filtering Setup
The Add IP Filter screen will appear when you clickAdd. Enter a lter
name, protocol, source address inormation (rom the WAN side) and
destination address inormation (to the LAN side). Select the WAN
interace and when ready, clickApply to add the lter.
The Inbound Filter option is an advanced method o controlling data received rom the Internet. With this eature you can congure inbound
data ltering rules that control data based on an IP address range. Inbound Filters can be used with Virtual Server, Port Forwarding, or Remote
Administration eatures.
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ThisnextscreenwillappearwhenyouclickAdd. Enter the Filter
Name, the Source IP Address, and destination inormation (rom
the WAN side). Then clickApply to save.
Outgoing IP Filtering Setup
Thisfeatureallowsyoutocreatealterruleto identifyoutgoingIPtracbyspecifyinganewlternameandat leastonecondition.Allof the
specied conditions in the lter rule must be satised or the rule to take efect.
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Firewall
Arewallprotectsyournetworkfromtheoutsideworld.ChecktheboxmarkedEnableAttackPreventiontopreventcyberattacks.
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DNSIObtained DNS server address automatically is selected, this router accepts the rst received DNS assignment rom one o the PPPoA, PPPoE
or MER/DHCP enabled PVC(s) during the connection establishment.
Ifthecheckboxisnot selected,entertheprimaryandsecondary(optional)
DNS server IP addresses. The interace is as ollows.
ClickSave to save the new conguration.
Note: You must reboot the router to make the new confguration take eect.
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Dynamic DNSThe DDNS eature allows you to host a server (Web, FTP, Game Server, etc) using a domain name that you have purchased (www.whateveryournameis.
com) with your dynamically assigned IP address. Most broadband Internet Service Providers assign dynamic (changing) IP addresses. Using a DDNS
service provider, your riends can enter in your domain name to connect to your server no matter what your IP address is.
D-DNS
Provider:
Hostname:
Interface:
Username
Name:
Password:
Choose your DDNS provider rom the drop down
menu.
Enter the Host Name that you registered with your
DDNS service provider.
Select your interace rom the drop down menu.
Enter the Username or your DDNS account.
Enter the Password or your DDNS account.
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Network Tools
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Port Mapping
Port Mapping supports multiple ports to PVC and bridging groups. Each group perorms as an independent network. To support this eature, you
must create mapping groups with appropriate LAN and WAN interaces using the Add button. The Delete button removes the grouping and adds
the ungrouped interaces to the Deault group. Only the deault group has the IP interace.
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IGMP
I you choose to Enable IGMP Snooping thedevicecanmakeintelligentmulticastforwardingtowardthosehostswhichrequesttojoinaspecic
multicast group within the broadcast domain.
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Quality o Service
QoS(QualityofService)isamethodforidentifying,classifying,andassigningprioritiestotracthatpassesthroughtherouter.Thisensuresthat
time sensitive data (e.g. video streaming) is given priority over other non-essential data.
Thisscreenallowsyoutoaddanetworktracclassrule.Aruleconsistsofatracclass name and at least one condition. All congured conditions must rst be
met beore the rule takes efect. ClickApply to save any changes.
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ADSL Setting
Inthispage,youcancongurethemodemsADSLmodulation.SelectfromthesettingsbelowandclickApply.
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SNMP
Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) allows a management
application to retrieve statistics and status rom the SNMP agent in this
device.
ChecktheboxmarkedEnableSNMPAgenttousethisfeature.
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UPnP
Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) provides compatibility with
networkingequipment,softwareandperipherals.
ChecktheboxmarkedEnableUPNPsupporttousethisfeature.
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TR-069
TR-69 allows a Auto-Conguration Server (ACS) to perorm auto-conguration, provision, collection, and diagnostics to this device.
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TheStaticRoutepagecanbeusedtoaddaroutingtable(amaximum
o 32 entries can be congured). To proceed, clickAdd.
Routing
Static Route
For the Static Route Add page, enter the destination network
address, subnet mask, gateway and select an available WAN
interace. When complete, clickApply.
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Deault Gateway
In this page, you can modiy the deault gateway settings. I you select Enable Automatic Assigned Deault Gateway, this router can accept the
rstreceiveddefaultgatewayassignmentfromoneofthePPPoA,PPPoEorMER/DHCPenabledPVC(s).Ifthecheckboxisnotselected,youmust
enter the static deault gateway and/or a WAN interace. Then, clickSave/Apply.
Note:IftheAutomaticAssignedDefaultGatewaycheckboxischangedfromdeselectedtoselected,youmustreboottheroutertoobtainthe
automatic assigned deault gateway.
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RIP
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RIP
To activate RIP or the device, select the Enabledcheckboxfor
Global RIP Mode.
To congure an individual interace, select the desired RIP version
and operation, ollowed by placing a check in the Enabled
checkboxfortheinterface.
ClicktheApplybuttontosavetheconguration,andtostartor
stop RIP based on the Global RIP Mode selected.
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SchedulesThis section allows you to create scheduling rules to be applied to your rewall. Give each schedule a name and time that is meaningul you.
Section 8 - Maintenance
M i t
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This page allows you to reboot your router or save your router conguration to a le in your computer as a precaution or in case you have to reset
your computer to actory deault settings. You will able to restore your router settings rom a previously saved conguration le.
Maintenance
System
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Fi U d t
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Firmware UpdateThispagedisplaysyourdevicesrmwareversionandinformationthatwillbehelpfulforD-Linktechniciansshouldyouneedtechnicalsupport.
You may also upload new rmware to your router through this page.
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Access Control
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Access ControlAccount Password
Inthissection,youcanmodifyyourrouterspasswordwhichisneededtoaccesstheWebmanagementInterface.Itisrecommendedthatyou
change the actory deault password or security purposes. To change your password, choose between 1 and 16 characters.
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Services
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ServicesIn this page, you will be able to enable or disable services rom being used.
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IP Add
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IP AddressThis page allows you to restrict users rom accessing the local management using IP address. CheckEnable AccessControl Mode to access local
management services rom IP addresses contained in the Access Control List. I Access Control Mode is disabled, the system will not validate IP
addresses or incoming packets.
Note:Add your IP address to the list beore you enable the service.
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Diagnostics
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Diagnostics
Thispagedisplaysyourroutersselfdiagnosticandconnectiontestresults.TheinternetconnectivitystatuswillonlyshowPASSifyouhavecorrectly
congured your Internet connection and i your router is currently online.
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System Log
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System LogThe System Log screen allows you to view the system log and congure the system log options.
To view the system log, click on the View System Log button.
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Logout
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LogoutSelect Logouttoexitthewebuserinterface.
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Status
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StatusThestatussectionallowsyoutoviewgeneralandstatusinformationforyourroutersconnection.
Device InoThe Device Ino page shows details o the router such as the version o the sotware, LAN IP address, etc. It also displays the current status o yourDSL connection.
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Wireless Clients
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Wireless Clients
The wireless client table displays a list o currently connected wireless clients.
The table also displays the connection time and MAC address o the connected
wireless clients.
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DHCP Clients
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DHCP Clients
Access the DHCP Leases screen by clicking DHCP under Status. This shows the computers identied by the Hostname and the MAC address that
haveacquiredIPaddressesbytheDHCPserver.ThetablewillalsoshowthetimetheDHCPleasewillexpire.
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Logs
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LogsThe System Log screen shows the date/time o the log, the acility that was logged, the severity level and the log message. Click on Reresh to view
any new inormation that has been logged.
I the log is enabled, the system will log selected events including
Emergency, Alert, Critical, Error, Warning, Notice, Inormational,
andDebugging.Alleventsaboveorequaltotheselectedlog
level will be logged and displayed.
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Statistics
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StatisticsThis page will display a summary o the number o packets that have passed between the WAN and the LAN since the LAN and the WAN were
initialized.
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Route Ino
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Route InoRoute Ino displays route inormation showing the IP addresses o the destination, gateway, and subnet mask as well as other route inormation.
Troubleshooting
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TroubleshootingThis chapter provides solutions to problems that can occur during the installation and operation o the DSL-2740B. Read the ollowing descriptions
ifyouarehavingproblems.(TheexamplesbelowareillustratedinWindows XP. I you have a diferent operating system, the screenshots on your
computerwilllooksimilartothefollowingexamples.)
1. Why cant I access the web-based confguration utility?
WhenenteringtheIPaddressoftheD-Linkrouter(192.168.1.1forexample),youarenotconnectingtoawebsiteontheInternetorhavetobe
connected to the Internet. The device has the utility built-in to a ROM chip in the device itsel. Your computer must be on the same IP subnet to
connect to the web-based utility.
MakesureyouhaveanupdatedJava-enabledwebbrowser.Werecommendthefollowing:
InternetExplorer6.0orhigher
Firefox3.0orhigher
Verifyphysicalconnectivitybycheckingforsolidlinklightsonthedevice.Ifyoudonotgetasolidlinklight,tryusingadierentcableorconnect
to a diferent port on the device i possible. I the computer is turned of, the link light may not be on.
DisableanyInternetsecuritysoftwarerunningonthecomputer.SoftwarerewallssuchasZoneAlarm,BlackIce,Sygate,NortonPersonalFirewall,
and Windows XP rewall may block access to the conguration pages. Check the help les included with your rewall sotware or more inormation
on disabling or conguring it.
CongureyourInternetsettings:
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GotoStart > Settings > Control Panel. Double-click the Internet Options Icon. From the Security tab, click the button to restore
the settings to their deaults.
ClicktheConnection tab and set the dial-up option to Never Dial a Connection. Click the LAN Settings button. Make sure nothing
is checked. ClickOK.
GototheAdvanced tab and click the button to restore these settings to their deaults. ClickOKthree times.
Closeyourwebbrowser(ifopen)andopenit.
Accessthewebmanagement.OpenyourwebbrowserandentertheIPaddressofyourD-Linkrouterintheaddressbar.Thisshouldopenthe
login page or your the web management.
Ifyoustillcannotaccesstheconguration,unplugthepowertotherouterfor10secondsandplugbackin.Waitabout30secondsandtry
accessing the conguration. I you have multiple computers, try connecting using a diferent computer.
2. What can I do i I orgot my password?
I you orgot your password, you must reset your router. Unortunately, this process will change all your settings back to the actory deaults.
To reset the router, locate the reset button (hole) on the rear panel o the unit. With the router powered on, use a paperclip to hold the button down
or 10 seconds. Release the button and the router will go through its reboot process. Wait about 30 seconds to access the router. For inormation
about logging into the router see page 12.
AppendixA-NetworkingBasics
Networking Basics
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Check your IP address
Ater you install your new D-Link adapter, by deault, the TCP/IP settings should be set to obtain an IP address rom a DHCP server (i.e. wireless
router) automatically. To veriy your IP address, please ollow the steps below.
Click on Start > Run.Intherunboxtypecmdand clickOK.
At the prompt, type ipconfg and press Enter.
This will display the IP address, subnet mask, and the deault
gateway o your adapter.
I the address is 0.0.0.0, check your adapter installation, security
settings, and the settings on your router. Some rewall sotware
programsmayblockaDHCPrequestonnewlyinstalled
adapters.
I you are connecting to a wireless network at a hotspot (e.g.
hotel, cofee shop, airport), please contact an employee or
administrator to veriy their wireless network settings.
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Statically Assign an IP address
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I you are not using a DHCP capable gateway/router, or you need to assign a static IP address, please ollow the steps below:
Step 1
Windows XP - Click on Start > Control Panel > Network Connections.
Windows
2000 - From the desktop, right-clickMy Network Places > Properties.
Step 2
Right-click on the Local Area Connection which represents your D-Link network adapter and select Properties.
Step 3
Highlight Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and clickProperties.
Step 4
ClickUse the ollowing IP address and enter an IP address that is on the same subnet as your network or the LAN IP address on your router.
Example:IftheroutersLANIPaddressis192.168.1.1,makeyourIPaddress192.168.1.XwhereXisa
number between 2 and 99. Make sure that the number you choose is not in use on the network. Set
Deault Gateway the same as the LAN IP address o your router (192.168.1.1).
Set Primary DNS the same as the LAN IP address o your router (192.168.0.1). The Secondary DNS is not
needed or you may enter a DNS server rom your ISP.
Step 5
ClickOKtwice to save your settings.
AppendixB-ContactingTechnicalSupport
Contacting Technical Support
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Contacting Technical SupportU.S. and Canadian customers can contact D-Link technical support through our web site or by phone.
Beore you contact technical support, please have the ollowing ready:
Modelnumberoftheproduct(e.g.DSL-2740B)
HardwareRevision(locatedonthelabelonthebottomoftherouter(e.g.revF1))
SerialNumber(s/nnumberlocatedonthelabelonthebottomoftherouter).
YoucanndsoftwareupdatesanduserdocumentationontheD-Linkwebsiteaswellasfrequentlyaskedquestionsandanswerstotechnical
issues.
For customers within the United States:
Phone Support:
(877) 453-5465
Internet Support:
http://support.dlink.com
For customers within Canada:
Phone Support:
(800) 361-5265
Internet Support:
http://support.dlink.ca
AppendixC-Warranty
Warranty
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Subjecttothetermsandconditionssetforthherein,D-LinkSystems,Inc.(D-Link)providesthisLimitedWarranty:
OnlytothepersonorentitythatoriginallypurchasedtheproductfromD-Linkoritsauthorizedresellerordistributor,and
OnlyforproductspurchasedanddeliveredwithintheftystatesoftheUnitedStates,theDistrictofColumbia,U.S.PossessionsorProtectorates,
U.S. Military Installations, or addresses with an APO or FPO.
Limited Warranty: D-LinkwarrantsthatthehardwareportionoftheD-Linkproductdescribedbelow(Hardware)willbefreefrommaterialdefects
inworkmanshipandmaterialsundernormalusefromthedateoforiginalretailpurchaseoftheproduct,fortheperiodsetforthbelow(Warranty
Period),exceptasotherwisestatedherein.
Hardware(excludingpowersuppliesandfans):One(1)year
Powersuppliesandfans:One(1)year
Sparepartsandsparekits:Ninety(90)days
Thecustomer'ssoleandexclusiveremedyandtheentireliabilityofD-LinkanditssuppliersunderthisLimitedWarrantywillbe,atD-Linksoption,
to repair or replace the deective Hardware during the Warranty Period at no charge to the original owner or to reund the actual purchase price
paid.AnyrepairorreplacementwillberenderedbyD-LinkatanAuthorizedD-LinkServiceOce.Thereplacementhardwareneednotbenew
or have an identical make, model or part. D-Link may, at its option, replace the deective Hardware or any part thereo with any reconditioned
productthatD-Linkreasonablydeterminesissubstantiallyequivalent(orsuperior)inallmaterialrespectstothedefectiveHardware.Repairedor
replacementhardwarewillbewarrantedfortheremainderoftheoriginalWarrantyPeriodorninety(90)days,whicheverislonger,andissubjectto
thesamelimitationsandexclusions.Ifamaterialdefectisincapableofcorrection,orifD-Linkdeterminesthatitisnotpracticaltorepairorreplace
the deective Hardware, the actual price paid by the original purchaser or the deective Hardware will be reunded by D-Link upon return to D-Link
o the deective Hardware. All Hardware or part thereo that is replaced by D-Link, or or which the purchase price is reunded, shall become the
property o D-Link upon replacement or reund.
Limited Sotware Warranty:D-Linkwarrantsthatthesoftwareportionoftheproduct(Software)willsubstantiallyconformtoD-Linksthencurrent
unctional specications or the Sotware, as set orth in the applicable documentation, rom the date o original retail purchase o the Sotware or
aperiodofninety(90)days(SoftwareWarrantyPeriod),providedthattheSoftwareisproperlyinstalledonapprovedhardwareandoperatedas
contemplated in its documentation. D-Link urther warrants that, during the Sotware Warranty Period, the magnetic media on which D-Link delivers
theSoftwarewillbefreeofphysicaldefects.ThecustomerssoleandexclusiveremedyandtheentireliabilityofD-Linkanditssuppliersunderthis
LimitedWarrantywillbe,atD-Linksoption,toreplacethenon-conformingSoftware(ordefectivemedia)withsoftwarethatsubstantiallyconforms
toD-LinksfunctionalspecicationsfortheSoftwareortorefundtheportionoftheactualpurchasepricepaidthatisattributabletotheSoftware.
ExceptasotherwiseagreedbyD-Linkinwriting,thereplacementSoftwareisprovidedonlytotheoriginallicensee,andissubjecttothetermsand
Warranty
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conditions o the license granted by D-Link or the Sotware. Replacement Sotware will be warranted or the remainder o the original Warranty
Period and is subject to the same limitations and exclusions If a material non-conformance is incapable of correction or if D-Link determines in
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Periodandissubjecttothesamelimitationsandexclusions.Ifamaterialnon conformanceisincapableofcorrection,orifD Linkdeterminesin
its sole discretion that it is not practical to replace the non-conorming Sotware, the price paid by the original licensee or the non-conorming
Sotware will be reunded by D-Link; provided that the non-conorming Sotware (and all copies thereo) is rst returned to D-Link. The license
granted respecting any Sotware or which a reund is given automatically terminates.
Non-Applicability o Warranty: TheLimitedWarrantyprovidedhereunderforHardwareandSoftwareportionsofD-Linksproductswillnotbe
appliedtoanddoesnotcoveranyrefurbishedproductandanyproductpurchasedthroughtheinventoryclearanceorliquidationsaleorothersalesinwhichD-Link,thesellers,ortheliquidatorsexpresslydisclaimtheirwarrantyobligationpertainingtotheproductandinthatcase,theproduct
isbeingsoldAs-Iswithoutanywarrantywhatsoeverincluding,withoutlimitation,theLimitedWarrantyasdescribedherein,notwithstanding
anything stated herein to the contrary.
Submitting A Claim: The customer shall return the product to the original purchase point based on its return policy. In case the return policy period
hasexpiredandtheproductiswithinwarranty,thecustomershallsubmitaclaimtoD-Linkasoutlinedbelow:
The customer must submit with the product as part o the claim a written description o the Hardware deect or Sotware nonconormance in
sucientdetailtoallowD-Linktoconrmthesame,alongwithproofofpurchaseoftheproduct(suchasacopyofthedatedpurchaseinvoice
or the product) i the product is not registered.
The customer must obtain a Case ID Number rom D-Link Technical Support at 1-877-453-5465, who will attempt to assist the customer in resolving
any suspected deects with the product. I the product is considered deective, the customer must obtain a Return Material Authorization
(RMA)numberbycompletingtheRMAformandenteringtheassignedCaseIDNumberathttps://rma.dlink.com/.
Ater an RMA number is issued, the deective 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 o the package. Do not include any manuals
or accessories in the shipping package. D-Link will only replace the deective portion o the product and will not ship back any accessories.
Thecustomerisresponsibleforallin-boundshippingchargestoD-Link.NoCashonDelivery(COD)isallowed.ProductssentCODwilleither
berejectedbyD-LinkorbecomethepropertyofD-Link.ProductsshallbefullyinsuredbythecustomerandshippedtoD-Link Systems, Inc.,17595 Mt. Herrmann, Fountain Valley, CA 92708. D-Link will not be held responsible or 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. Return shipping
chargesshallbeprepaidbyD-LinkifyouuseanaddressintheUnitedStates,otherwisewewillshiptheproducttoyoufreightcollect.Expedited
shippingisavailableuponrequestandprovidedshippingchargesareprepaidbythecustomer.
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D-Linkmayrejectorreturnanyproductthatisnotpackagedandshippedinstrictcompliancewiththeforegoingrequirements,orforwhichan
RMAnumberisnotvisiblefromtheoutsideofthepackage.TheproductowneragreestopayD-Linksreasonablehandlingandreturnshipping
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chargesforanyproductthatisnotpackagedandshippedinaccordancewiththeforegoingrequirements,orthatisdeterminedbyD-Linknotto
be deective or non-conorming.
What Is Not Covered:TheLimitedWarrantyprovidedhereinbyD-Linkdoesnotcover:Productsthat,inD-Linksjudgment,havebeensubjectedto
abuse, accident, alteration, modication, tampering, negligence, misuse, aulty installation, lack o reasonable care, repair or service in any way that
is not contemplated in the documentation or the product, or i the model or serial number has been altered, tampered with, deaced or removed;
Initialinstallation,installationandremovaloftheproductforrepair,andshippingcosts;Operationaladjustmentscoveredintheoperatingmanual
or the product, and normal maintenance; Damage that occurs in shipment, due to act o God, ailures due to power surge, and cosmetic damage;
Any hardware, sotware, rmware or other products or services provided by anyone other than D-Link; and Products that have been purchased
frominventoryclearanceorliquidationsalesorothersalesinwhichD-Link,thesellers,ortheliquidatorsexpresslydisclaimtheirwarrantyobligation
pertaining to the product. While necessary maintenance or repairs on your Product can be perormed by any company, we recommend that you
useonlyanAuthorizedD-LinkServiceOce.ImproperorincorrectlyperformedmaintenanceorrepairvoidsthisLimitedWarranty.
Disclaimer o Other Warranties: EXCEPTFORTHELIMITEDWARRANTYSPECIFIEDHEREIN,THEPRODUCTISPROVIDEDAS-ISWITHOUTANY
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, THEDURATION OF SUCH IMPLIED WARRANTY SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THE APPLICABLE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE. 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 o 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,WORKSTOPPAGE,COMPUTERFAILUREORMALFUNCTION,FAILUREOFOTHEREQUIPMENTORCOMPUTERPROGRAMSTOWHICHD-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 BREACHOF 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
LIABILITY OF D-LINK UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS LIMITED TO THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT COVERED BY THE WARRANTY. THE FOREGOING
EXPRESS WRITTEN WARRANTIES AND REMEDIES ARE EXCLUSIVE AND ARE IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTIES OR REMEDIES, EXPRESS, IMPLIED
OR STATUTORY.
GoverningLaw:ThisLimitedWarrantyshallbegovernedbythelawsoftheStateofCalifornia.Somestatesdonotallowexclusionorlimitationof
incidentalorconsequentialdamages,orlimitationsonhowlonganimpliedwarrantylasts,sotheforegoinglimitationsandexclusionsmaynot
apply. This Limited Warranty provides specic legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary rom state to state.
AppendixC-Warranty
Trademarks: D-Link is a registered trademark o D-Link Systems, Inc. Other trademarks or registered trademarks are the property o their respective
owners
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owners.
Copyright Statement: No part o this publication or documentation accompanying this product may be reproduced in any orm or by any means
or used to make any derivative such as translation, transormation, or adaptation without permission rom D-Link Corporation/D-Link Systems,
Inc.,asstipulatedbytheUnitedStatesCopyrightActof1976andanyamendmentsthereto.Contentsaresubjecttochangewithoutpriornotice.
Copyright 2010 by D-Link Corporation/D-Link Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.
CE Mark Warning: This is a Class B product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio intererence, in which case the user may be
requiredtotakeadequatemeasures.
FCCStatement:ThisequipmenthasbeentestedandfoundtocomplywiththelimitsforaClassBdigitaldevice,pursuanttopart15oftheFCC
Rules.Theselimitsaredesignedtoprovidereasonableprotectionagainstharmfulinterferenceinaresidentialinstallation.Thisequipmentgenerates,
uses,andcanradiateradiofrequencyenergyand,ifnotinstalledandusedinaccordancewiththeinstructions,maycauseharmfulinterference
toradiocommunication.However,thereisnoguaranteethatinterferencewillnotoccurinaparticularinstallation.Ifthisequipmentdoescause
harmfulinterferencetoradioortelevisionreception,whichcanbedeterminedbyturningtheequipmentoandon,theuserisencouragedtotry
to correct the intererence by one or more o the ollowing measures:
Reorientorrelocatethereceivingantenna.
Increasetheseparationbetweentheequipmentandreceiver.
Connecttheequipmentintoanoutletonacircuitdierentfromthattowhichthereceiverisconnected.
Consultthedealeroranexperiencedradio/TVtechnicianforhelp.
For detailed warranty inormation applicable to products purchased outside the United States, please contact the corresponding local D-Link
oce.
AppendixD-Registration
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Product registration is entirely voluntary and ailure to complete or return this orm will not diminish your warranty rights.
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