Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with the DGL-4500 will cause damage and void the warranty for this
product.
D-Link.DGL-4500.Gaming.Router
Power.Adapter
Ethernet.Cable
CD-ROM
Stand
Package Contents
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Network.Requirements
• An Ethernet-based Cable or DSL modem
• IEEE 802.11n-draft/g/a wireless clients
• 10/100/1000 Ethernet
Web-based.Configuration.
Utility.Requirements
Computer.with.the.following:
• Windows
®
, Macintosh, or Linux-based operating
system
• An installed Ethernet adapter
Browser.Requirements:
• Internet Explorer 6.0 or higher
• Mozilla 1.7.12 or higher
• Firefox 1.5 or higher
• Safari 1.0 or higher (with Java 1.3.1 or higher)
• Flock 0.7.14 or higher
• Opera 6.0 or higher
Windows
®
.Users:
Make sure you have the latest version
of Java installed. Visit
www.java.com
to download the
latest version.
CD.Installation.Wizard.
Requirements
Computer.with.the.following:
• Windows
®
XP with Service Pack 2 or Vista
®
• An installed Ethernet adapter
• CD-ROM drive
System Requirements
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Introduction
TOTAL.PERFORMANCE
Combines award winning router features and IEEE 802.11a/Draft 802.11n wireless technology to provide the best
wireless performance
TOTAL.SECURITY
The most complete set of security features including Active Firewall and WPA/WPA2 to protect your network against
outside intruders
TOTAL.COVERAGE
Provides greater wireless signal rates even at farther distances for best-in-class Whole Home Coverage.
ULTIMATE.PERFORMANCE
The D-Link Xtreme N
™
Gaming Router (DGL-4500) is a draft 802.11n/802.11a compliant device that delivers real world
performance of up to 14x faster than an 802.11g wireless connection (also faster than a 100Mbps wired Ethernet
connection). Create a secure wireless network to share photos, files, music, video, printers, and network storage
throughout your home. Connect the Xtreme N
™
Gaming Router to a cable or DSL modem and share your high-speed
Internet access with everyone on the network. In addition, this Router includes GameFuel engine that keeps online
gaming smooth and responsive, providing a better Internet experience.
EXTENDED.WHOLE.HOME.COVERAGE
Powered by Xtreme N
™
technology, this high performance router provides superior Whole Home Coverage while
reducing dead spots. The Xtreme N
™
Gaming Router is designed for use in bigger homes and for users who demand
higher performance networking. Add a Xtreme N
™
notebook or desktop adapter and stay connected to your network
from virtually anywhere in your home.
TOTAL.NETWORK.SECURITY
The Xtreme N
™
Gaming Router supports all of the latest wireless security features to prevent unauthorized access,
be it from over the wireless network or from the Internet. Support for WPA and WPA2 standards ensure that you’ll be
able to use the best possible encryption method, regardless of your client devices. In addition, this Xtreme N
™
Gaming
Router utilizes dual active firewalls (SPI and NAT) to prevent potential attacks from across the Internet.
* Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11a, 802.11g and Draft 802.11n specifications. Actual data throughput will vary. Network conditions and
environmental factors, including volume of network traffic, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. Environmental
conditions will adversely affect wireless signal range.
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•.Faster.Wireless.Networking
- The DGL-4500 provides up to 300Mbps* wireless connection with other
802.11n wireless clients. This capability allows users to participate in real-time activities online, such as
video streaming, online gaming, and real-time audio. The performance of this 802.11n wireless router
gives you the freedom of wireless networking at speeds 14x faster than 802.11g.
•.Compatible.with.802±11a.and.802±11g.Devices
- The DGL-4500 is still fully compatible with the IEEE
802.11a/g standard, so it can connect with existing 802.11a/g PCI, USB and Cardbus adapters.
•
OLED.Display
- The OLED display screen provides information regarding the router.
•.Advanced.Firewall.Features
- The Web-based user interface displays a number of advanced network
management features including:
•
Content.Filtering
- Easily applied content filtering based on MAC Address, URL, and/or
Domain Name.
•
Filter.Scheduling
- These filters can be scheduled to be active on certain days or for a
duration of hours or minutes.
•
Secure.Multiple/Concurrent.Sessions
- The DGL-4500 can pass through VPN sessions. It
supports multiple and concurrent IPSec and PPTP sessions, so users behind the DGL-4500
can securely access corporate networks.
•.User-friendly.Setup.Wizard
- Through its easy-to-use Web-based user interface, the DGL-4500 lets you
control what information is accessible to those on the wireless network, whether from the Internet or from
your company’s server. Configure your router to your specific settings within minutes.
* Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11a, 802.11g, and Draft 802.11n specifications. Actual data throughput will vary. Network conditions and
environmental factors, including volume of network traffic, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. Environmental
conditions will adversely affect wireless signal range.
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