Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with the DIR-657 will cause damage and void the warranty.
If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller.
DIR-657 HD Media Router 1000
Ethernet Cable
Power Adapter
CD-ROM with Manual and Setup Wizard
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System Requirements
Network.Requirements
• An Ethernet-based Cable or DSL modem
• IEEE 802.11n or 802.11g 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
• Chrome 2.0 or higher
• Firefox 3.0 or higher
• Safari 3.0 or higher (with Java 1.3.1 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® 7, Vista®, or XP with Service Pack 2
• An installed Ethernet adapter
• CD-ROM drive
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Introduction
TOTAL.PERFORMANCE
Combines award winning router features and 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 HD Media Router 1000 (DIR-657) is a 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 HD Media Router 1000 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
This high performance router provides superior Whole Home Coverage while reducing dead spots. The HD Media Router 1000 is designed for use
in bigger homes and for users who demand higher performance networking. Add a notebook or desktop adapter and stay connected to your
network from virtually anywhere in your home.
TOTAL.NETWORK.SECURITY
The HD Media Router 1000 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 standards ensure that you’ll be able to use the best possible encryption method, regardless of your client
devices. In addition, this HD Media Router 1000 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 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 DIR-657 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 650% faster than 802.11g.
•.Compatible.with.802±11g.Devices
- The DIR-657 is still fully compatible with the IEEE 802.11g standard, so it
can connect with existing 802.11g 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-657 can pass through VPN sessions. It supports
multiple and concurrent IPSec and PPTP sessions, so users behind the DIR-657 can securely access
corporate networks.
•.User-friendly.Setup.Wizard
- Through its easy-to-use Web-based user interface, the DIR-657 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 802.11g and 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
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