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Section 2 - Installation

Before you Begin

Installation

This section will walk you through the installation process. Placement of the router is very important. Do not place the router in an enclosed area

such as a closet, cabinet, or in the attic or garage.

Please configure the router with the computer that was last connected directly to your modem. Also, you can only use the Ethernet port on your

modem. If you were using the USB connection before using the router, then you must turn off your modem, disconnect the USB cable and connect

an Ethernet cable to the Internet port on the router, and then turn the modem back on. In some cases, you may need to call your ISP to change

connection types (USB to Ethernet).

If you have DSL and are connecting via PPPoE, make sure you disable or uninstall any PPPoE software such as WinPoet, Broadjump, or Enternet 300

from your computer or you will not be able to connect to the Internet.

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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 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’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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Section 3 - Configuration

Note:

It is recommended to write down the SSID and Security Key, followed by the login password on the provided CD holder.

Configuration

There are several different ways you can configure your router to connect to the Internet and connect to your clients:

•

Quick Router Setup Wizard

- Insert the supplied CD and launch the setup wizard (see below).

•

D-Link Setup Wizard

- This wizard will launch if you do not run the CD wizard and log into the router for the first time. Refer

to page 12.

•

Manual Setup

- Log into the router and manually configure your router (advanced users only). Refer to page 18.

•

QRS Mobile app

- Download the QRS Mobile app on your iPhone, iPad, or Android mobile device and set up your router.

Refer to the next page.

To run the

Quick Router Setup Wizard

, insert the CD in the CD-ROM drive. When the

autorun screen appears, click

English

(or

French

), and then click the

Install

button.

Note:

If the CD Autorun function does not automatically start on your computer, go to

Start

>

Run

. In the run box type

D:\autorun.exe

(where D: represents the drive letter of your CD-ROM

drive).

Quick Router Setup Wizard (CD)

When the Wizard appears, select your language from the drop-down menu and then click

Next

to continue. Follow the on-screen

instructions to configure your router. Once you are finished, you may skip to page 18 and will be able to log into the web-based

configuration utility and configure more advanced features.

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QRS Mobile App

D-Link offers an app for your iPad, iPod Touch, or iPhone (iOS 4.3 or higher) to install and configure your router.

1. Scan the bar code to download “QRS Mobile” app from the

app store to your iPhone or iPad.

2. From your mobile device, click Settings. Then, click

Wi-Fi

.

3. Select the default network

“

dlink

”

.

Settings

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4. Once it connected, click on the

QRS Mobile

icon.

5. Click

Start

to continue.

6. Follow the instruction and click

Next

to continue.

7. Once the Setup is complete, the following screen will show up.

Then, select your new Wi-FI Name and enter the password you

just setup from your laptop or mobile device.