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D-Link DIR-6±8 User Manual
Section 1 - Product Overview
Network.Requirements
• An Ethernet-based Cable or DSL modem
• IEEE 802.11n-draft or 802.11g wireless clients
• IEEE 802.11a 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 Firefox 3.0 or higher
• Safari 3.0 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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Section 1 - Product Overview
Introduction
TOTAL.PERFORMANCE
Combines award winning router features and IEEE 802.11a and Draft 802.11n wireless technology to provide the best wireless
performance
TOTAL.SECURITY
The most complete set of security features including Active Firewall and 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 RangeBooster N
Dual Band Router (DIR-628) is a IEEE 802.11a and draft 802.11n compliant device that delivers
real world performance of up to 650% 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 RangeBooster N
Dual Band Router to a cable or DSL modem and share your high-speed Internet access
with everyone on the network. In addition, this Router includes a Quality of Service (QoS) engine that keeps digital phone calls
(VoIP) and online gaming smooth and responsive, providing a better Internet experience.
EXTENDED.WHOLE.HOME.COVERAGE
Powered by RangeBooster N
Dual Band technology, this high performance router provides superior Whole Home Coverage
while reducing dead spots. The RangeBooster N
Dual Band Router is designed for use in bigger homes and for users who
demand higher performance networking. Add a RangeBooster N
Dual Band notebook or desktop adapter and stay connected
to your network from virtually anywhere in your home.
TOTAL.NETWORK.SECURITY
The RangeBooster N
Dual Band 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 RangeBooster N
Dual Band Router
utilizes dual active firewalls (SPI and NAT) to prevent potential attacks from across the Internet.
* Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11g 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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Section 1 - Product Overview
Features
•.Faster.Wireless.Networking
- The DIR-628 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 DIR-628 is still fully compatible with the IEEE
802.11a/g standard, so it can connect with existing 802.11a/b/g PCI, USB and Cardbus adapters.
•.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 DIR-628 can pass through VPN sessions. It
supports multiple and concurrent IPSec and PPTP sessions, so users behind the DIR-628
can securely access corporate networks.
•.User-friendly.Setup.Wizard
- Through its easy-to-use Web-based user interface, the DIR-628 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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D-Link DIR-6±8 User Manual
Section 1 - Product Overview
Hardware Overview
Connections
USB
Connect a USB 1.1 or 2.0 flash
drive to configure the wireless
settings using WCN.
Reset
Pressing the Reset button restores
the router to its original factory
default settings.
LAN.Ports.(1-4)
Connect Ethernet devices such as
computers, switches, and hubs.
Internet.Port
The auto MDI/MDIX Internet port is
the connection for the Ethernet cable
to the cable or DSL modem.
Power.Receptor
Receptor for the supplied power
adapter.
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Section 1 - Product Overview
Hardware Overview
LEDs
Internet.LED
A solid light indicates connection on
the Internet port. This LED blinks
during data transmission.
Power.LED
A solid light indicates a
proper connection to the
power supply.
Local.Network.LEDs.
A solid light indicates a connection to an
Ethernet-enabled computer on ports 1-4.
This LED blinks during
data transmission.
WCN.LED
Insert a USB flash drive with WCN
information. The LED will blink 3 times
if it successfully transfers the wireless
settings.
WLAN.LEDs
A solid light indicates that the wireless
segment is ready. This LED blinks
during wireless data transmission.

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