DIR-620

Multifunction Wireless Router Supporting WiMAX,

3G GSM/CDMA with Built-in Switch

User Manual

Overview

Back Panel

Figure 2. Back panel view.

Port

Description

LAN 1-4

4 Ethernet ports to connect computers or network devices.

INTERNET

A port to connect

to a cable or DSL modem or to a private Ethernet

line

(it is recommended to use the cable included in the delivery

package).

5V-2.5A

Power connector.

RESET

A button to restore the factory default settings.

Power off the device. Push the RESET button. Power on the device

keeping the RESET button pushed, and after 5 seconds release the

button.

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DIR-620

Multifunction Wireless Router Supporting WiMAX,

3G GSM/CDMA with Built-in Switch

User Manual

Overview

Delivery Package

The following should be included:

•

Wireless router DIR-620

•

Power adapter 5V/2.5A

•

Ethernet cable (CAT 5E)

•

CD-ROM with “

User Manual

” and “

Quick Installation Guide

”

•

“

Quick Installation Guide

” (brochure).

!

Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included will cause

damage and void the warranty for this product.

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Multifunction Wireless Router Supporting WiMAX,

3G GSM/CDMA with Built-in Switch

User Manual

Installation and Connection

CHAPTER 3.

INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION

Before You Begin

Please, read this manual prior to installing the device. Make sure that you have all the necessary

information and equipment.

Operating System

Configuration of the multifunction wireless router DIR-620 supporting WiMAX, 3G GSM and

CDMA with a built-in switch (hereinafter referred to as “the router”) is performed via the built-in

web-based interface. The web-based interface is available from any operating system that supports a

web browser.

Web Browser

The following web browsers are recommended: Windows Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, or

Opera.

For successful operation, JavaScript should be enabled on the web browser. Make sure that

JavaScript has not been disabled by other software (such as virus protection or web user security

packages) running on your computer.

Wired or Wireless NIC (Ethernet or Wi-Fi Adapter)

Any computer that uses the router should be equipped with an Ethernet or Wi-Fi adapter (NIC). If

your computer is not equipped with such a device, install an Ethernet or Wi-Fi adapter prior to using

the router.

Wireless Connection

Wireless workstations from your network should be equipped with a wireless 802.11b, g, or n NIC

(Wi-Fi adapter). In addition, you should specify the values of SSID, channel number and security

settings defined in the web-based interface of the router for all these wireless workstations.

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Multifunction Wireless Router Supporting WiMAX,

3G GSM/CDMA with Built-in Switch

User Manual

Installation and Connection

USB Modem

To connect to a WiMAX, 3G GSM or CDMA network, you should use a USB modem. Connect it to

the USB port of the router, then access the web-based interface of the router, and you will be able to

configure a connection to the Internet

3

.

!

WiMAX USB modem

Some WiMAX operators require subscribers to activate their WiMAX USB modems prior

to using them. Please, refer to connection guidelines provided by your operator when

concluding the agreement or placed on its website.

3G USB modem

Your USB modem should be equipped with an active identification card (SIM or R-UIM)

of your operator.

It is recommended to disable the PIN code check on the identification card prior to

connecting the USB modem to the router.

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Contact your operator to get information on the service coverage and fees.

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3G GSM/CDMA with Built-in Switch

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Connecting to PC

PC with Ethernet Adapter

1.

Make sure that your PC is powered off.

2.

Connect an Ethernet cable between any of LAN ports located on the back panel of the router

and the Ethernet port of your PC.

3.

To connect via a WiMAX, 3G GSM or CDMA network: connect your USB modem to the

USB port

4

located on the front panel of the router.

!

If you need to connect or change a USB modem to another one when the router is powered

on, power off the router, connect the modem to the USB port, and power on the router.

4.

Connect the power cord to the power connector port on the back panel of the router, then

plug the power adapter into an electrical outlet or power strip.

5.

Turn on your PC and wait until your operating system is completely loaded.

Obtaining IP Address Automatically in OS Windows XP

1.

Click the

Start

button and proceed to the

Control Panel > Network and Internet

Connections > Network Connections

window.

2.

In the

Network Connections

window, right-click the relevant

Local Area Connection

icon and select the

Properties

line in the menu displayed.

Figure 3. The

Network Connections

window.

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It is recommended to use a USB extension cable to connect a USB modem to the router.

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