Section 1 - Product Overview

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Hardware Overview

Power Insert

Use the adapter

shipped with the

Router to connect

to power source

Internet Port

The auto MID/MDIX Internet

(WAN) port is used for

connection to a broadband

cable or ADSL modem. Use

the included Ethernet cable

for the connection to a

broadband device.

USB Port

Connect to a

single computer or

network printer.

Use included USB

cable to make

connection.

LAN Ports

Use the Ethernet LAN

ports to connect the

Router to computers or

network devices on an

Ethernet LAN. Use

Ethernet cables for all

LAN connections.

Reset Button

To manually

reset, depress

button with the

power on for at

least seven

seconds

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LED Indicators

Power

Steady green light

indicates the unit is

powered on. When

the device is

powered off this

remains dark. A red

colored Power LED

indicates system

failure.

USB

(Printer Port)

A steady green light

indicates a valid

link. This light will

blink when there is

activity currently

passing through the

USB port.

WAN

(Internet)

A steady green light

indicates a valid WAN

connection. A blinking

green light indicates

activity on the WAN

(Internet) interface.

LAN

A steady green light

indicates a valid link

on startup. This light

will blink when there

is activity currently

passing through the

Ethernet port.

WLAN

Steady green light

indicates a wireless

connection. A blinking

green light indicates

activity on the Wireless

LAN interface.

Status

Blinking green light

indicates normal

function. Dark

indicator means the

system has failed.

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Installation

This section will walk you through the installation process. Placement of the Wireless Broadband Router is very important. Do not place the router in

an enclosed area such as a closet, cabinet, or in the attic or garage. Place the Wireless Broadband Router in a location where it can be easily

connected to Ethernet devices, the telephone line as well as to a power source.

Before You Begin

Please read and make sure you understand all the prerequisites for proper installation of your new router. Have all the necessary information and

equipment on hand before beginning the installation.

Operating Systems

The DIR-320 uses an HTML-based web interface for setup and management. The web configuration manager may be accessed using any

operating system capable of running web browser software, including Windows 98 SE, Windows ME, Windows 2000, Windows XP, and Windows

Vista.

Web Browser

Any common web browser can be used to configure the router using the web configuration management software. The web browser must have

JavaScript enabled. JavaScript is enabled by default on many browsers. Make sure JavaScript has not been disabled by other software (such as

virus protection or web user security packages) that may be running on your computer.

Ethernet Port (NIC Adapter)

Any computer that uses the router must be able to connect to it through the Ethernet port on the router. Most notebook computers and fully

assembled desktop computers are now sold with an Ethernet port already installed. If your computer does not have an Ethernet port, you must

install an Ethernet NIC adapter before you can use the router.

Wireless LAN

Computers using the Wireless network can access the Internet or use the embedded 802.1g wireless access point. Wireless workstations must

have an 802.1g or 802.1b wireless network card installed to use the Wireless Broadband Router. In addition the workstations must be configured to

operate on the same channel and SSID as the Wireless Broadband Router. If wireless security is used, the wireless workstations must be properly

configured for the security settings used.

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Wireless Installation Considerations

The D-Link wireless router lets you access your network using a wireless connection from virtually anywhere within the operating range of your

wireless network. Keep in mind, 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:

1. Keep the number of walls and ceilings between the D-Link router and other network devices to a minimum – each wall or ceiling can

reduce your adapter

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s range from 3-90 feet (1-30 meters.) Position your devices so that the number of walls or ceilings is minimized.

2. 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 2-degree angle it looks over 42 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.

3. Building Materials make a difference. A solid metal door or aluminum studs may have a negative effect on range. Try to position access

points, wireless routers, and computers so that the signal passes through drywall or open doorways. Materials and objects such as glass,

steel, metal, walls with insulation, water (fish tanks), mirrors, file cabinets, brick, and concrete will degrade your wireless signal.

4.

Keep your product away (at least 3-6 feet or 1-2 meters) from electrical devices or appliances that generate RF noise.

5.

If you are using 2.4GHz cordless phones or X-10 (wireless products such as ceiling fans, lights, and home security systems), your

wireless connection may degrade dramatically or drop completely. Make sure your 2.4GHz phone base is as far away from your wireless

devices as possible. The base transmits a signal even if the phone in not in use.

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Connect to Cable/DSL/Satellite Modem

If you are connecting the router to a cable/DSL/satellite modem, please follow the steps below:

1. Place the router in an open and central location. Do not plug the power adapter into the router.

2. Turn the power off on your modem. If there is no on/off switch, then unplug the modem

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s power adapter. Shut down your computer.

3. Unplug the Ethernet cable (that connects your computer to your modem) from your computer and place it into the port labeled “Internet”

on the router.

4. Plug an Ethernet cable into one of the four LAN ports on the router. Plug the other end into the Ethernet port on your computer.

5. Turn on or plug in your modem. Wait for the modem to boot (about 30 seconds).

6. Plug the power adapter to the router and connect to an outlet or power strip. Wait about 30 seconds for the router to boot.

7. Turn on your computer.

8. Verify the link lights on the router. The power light, WAN light, and the LAN light (the port that your computer is plugged into) should be lit.

If not, make sure your computer, modem, and router are powered on and verify the cable connections are correct.

9. Use the instructions found in this manual to complete the configuration of the router.