D-Link DIR-645 - Manual

2 D-Link DIR-645 User Manual Section 1 - Product Overview 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...

3 D-Link DIR-645 User Manual Section 1 - Product Overview About this Product Features This user’s guide provides a wonderful insight into the functionality of the product called the D-Link DIR-645 Wireless Internet Router. This guide is based on the current running firmware/software version availabl...

4 D-Link DIR-645 User Manual Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview Front Panel 1 Internet Light A solid green light indicates that the Internet connection negotiation has successfully been completed. 2 Wireless Light A solid green light indicates the device is ready to link up. 3 WPS Light ...

5 D-Link DIR-645 User Manual Section 1 - Product Overview Back Panel 1 USB Use this port to connect a USB 2.0 printer or a Storage Device. 2 Internet Port The Internet (WAN) port can be used for connections like a DSL/Cable modem. 3 Ethernet Ports The four LAN ports can be used for 10/100/1000Mbps L...

6 D-Link DIR-645 User Manual Section 1 - Product Overview Bottom Panel 1 1 Reset Button Press the button to restore the device to its original factory default settings.

7 D-Link DIR-645 User Manual Section 2 - Hardware Installation Hardware Installation Before You Begin 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, attic or garage. • The ...

8 D-Link DIR-645 User Manual Section 2 - Hardware Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The 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 l...

10 D-Link DIR-645 User Manual Section 3 - Software Configuration Log into the Router as follows: • Select the ADMIN option from the drop-down menu and then enter your password. By default the password field is blank. • Click the Login button to log into the Router. Configuration This section will sh...

11 D-Link DIR-645 User Manual Section 3 - Software Configuration Setup Wizard Click Internet. Connection. Setup. Wizard to quickly configure your router. Skip to the next page. If you want to enter your settings without running the wizard, click Manual.Configuration and skip to page 20. Internet Con...

19 D-Link DIR-645 User Manual Section 3 - Software Configuration Manual Configuration At any given point the user can save the configuration done by clicking on the Save Settings button. If you choose to discard the changes made, click on the Don’t Save Settings button. Internet Connection Type In t...

28 D-Link DIR-645 User Manual Section 3 - Software Configuration Wireless Settings On this page the user can configure the Wireless settings for this device. There are 3 ways to configure Wireless using this router. Firstly, the user can choose to make use for the quick and easy Wireless Connection ...

36 D-Link DIR-645 User Manual Section 3 - Software Configuration Network Settings Router IP Address: Enter the IP address of the router. The default IP address is 192.168.0.1. If you change the IP address, once you click Apply, you will need to enter the new IP address in your browser to get back in...

62 D-Link DIR-645 User Manual Section 3 - Software Configuration Advanced Category This section allows the user to configure the more advanced features that can be done by this router. Features like Port Forwarding, Firewall settings, Quality of Service settings and more.

63 D-Link DIR-645 User Manual Section 3 - Software Configuration Virtual Server This router can be configured as a virtual server so that remote users accessing Web or FTP services via the public IP address can be automatically redirected to local servers in the LAN (Local Area Network). The router’...

65 D-Link DIR-645 User Manual Section 3 - Software Configuration Port Forwarding The Port Forwarding option gives Internet users access to services on your LAN. This feature is useful for hosting online services such as FTP, Web or game servers. For each entry, you define a public port on your route...

66 D-Link DIR-645 User Manual Section 3 - Software Configuration Application Rules Some applications require multiple connections, such as Internet gaming, video conferencing, Internet telephony and others. These applications have difficulties working through NAT (Network Address Translation). Speci...

67 D-Link DIR-645 User Manual Section 3 - Software Configuration QoS Engine The QoS Engine option helps improve your network gaming performance by prioritizing applications. By default the QoS Engine settings are disabled and application priority is not classified automatically. The QoS section cont...

69 D-Link DIR-645 User Manual Section 3 - Software Configuration Network Filter The MAC (Media Access Controller) Address filter option is used to control network access based on the MAC Address of the network adapter. A MAC address is a unique ID assigned by the manufacturer of the network adapter....

70 D-Link DIR-645 User Manual Section 3 - Software Configuration Access Control The Access Control option allows you to control access in and out of your network. Use this feature as Access Controls to only grant access to approved sites, limit web access based on time or dates, and/or block interne...

73 D-Link DIR-645 User Manual Section 3 - Software Configuration Website Filter Website Filters are used to allow you to set up a list of Web sites that can be viewed by multiple users through the network. Website Filter is used to allow or deny computers on your network from accessing specific web ...

74 D-Link DIR-645 User Manual Section 3 - Software Configuration Parental Control Parental control is a free security option that provides Anti-Phishing to protect your Internet connection from fraud and navigation improvements such as auto-correction of common URL types. The following parameters wi...

75 D-Link DIR-645 User Manual Section 3 - Software Configuration Inbound Filter The Inbound Filter option is an advanced method of controlling data received from the Internet. With this feature you can configure inbound data filtering rules that control data based on an IP address range. Inbound Fil...

76 D-Link DIR-645 User Manual Section 3 - Software Configuration Firewall Settings A firewall protects your network from the outside world. The router offers a firewall type functionality. The SPI feature helps prevent cyber attacks. Sometimes you may want a computer exposed to the outside world for...

78 D-Link DIR-645 User Manual Section 3 - Software Configuration Routing The Routing option is an advanced method of customizing specific routes of data through your network. In the Routing List section, the user can configure routing rules used by this router. The maximum amount of rules that can b...

79 D-Link DIR-645 User Manual Section 3 - Software Configuration Advanced Wireless These options are for users that wish to change the behavior of their 802.11n wireless radio from the standard settings. We do not recommend changing these settings from the factory defaults. Incorrect settings may im...

80 D-Link DIR-645 User Manual Section 3 - Software Configuration Wi-Fi Protected Setup Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) System is a simplified method for securing your wireless network during the “Initial setup” as well as the “Add New Device” processes. The Wi-Fi Alliance (WFA) has certified it across d...

82 D-Link DIR-645 User Manual Section 3 - Software Configuration Advanced Network This section contains settings which can change the way the router handles certain types of traffic. We recommend that you not change any of these settings unless you are already familiar with them or have been instruc...

84 D-Link DIR-645 User Manual Section 3 - Software Configuration DLNA Settings The following parameters will be available for configuration: Name your media library: Enter the name of your media library here. This name will be visible to all the DLNA players on the network. Folder: Simply tick the r...

85 D-Link DIR-645 User Manual Section 3 - Software Configuration iTunes Server The router features an iTunes Server. This server provides the ability to share music and videos to computers on the local network running iTunes. If the server is enabled, the router will be automatically detected by the...

86 D-Link DIR-645 User Manual Section 3 - Software Configuration Guest Zone On this page, the user will be able to configure the Guest Zone, settings. The guest zone provide a separate network zone for guest to access Internet. The following parameters will be available for configuration: Enable Gue...

87 D-Link DIR-645 User Manual Section 3 - Software Configuration IPv6 Firewall On this page the user can configure the IPv6 firewall settings. The firewall settings section is an advance feature that is used to allow or deny traffic from passing through the device. It works in the same way as IP Fil...

88 D-Link DIR-645 User Manual Section 3 - Software Configuration IPv6 Routing On this page the user can specify custom routes that determine how data is moved around your IPv6 network. The following parameters will be available for configuration: Checkbox: To enable a route, check the box that is on...

89 D-Link DIR-645 User Manual Section 3 - Software Configuration Tools Category In this category the user will be able to configure features that are related to the router itself. Features like the time settings, login accounts, firmware update and more.

92 D-Link DIR-645 User Manual Section 3 - Software Configuration Time The Time window allows you to configure, update, and maintain the correct time on the internal system clock. From this section you can set the time zone that you are in and set the Time Server. Daylight Saving can also be configur...

93 D-Link DIR-645 User Manual Section 3 - Software Configuration Set the Time and Date Manually Here the user can configure the time and date values, used by this router, manually. Here the user can also synchronize the router’s time with the configuration computer’s time. The following parameters w...

94 D-Link DIR-645 User Manual Section 3 - Software Configuration Email Settings Email Notification When this option is enabled, router activity logs or firmware upgrade notifications can be emailed to a designated email address. The following parameters will be available for configuration: Enable Em...

96 D-Link DIR-645 User Manual Section 3 - Software Configuration System This section allows you to manage the router’s configuration settings, reboot the router, and restore the router to the factory default settings. Restoring the unit to the factory default settings will erase all settings, includ...

97 D-Link DIR-645 User Manual Section 3 - Software Configuration Firmware Use the Firmware window to upgrade the firmware of the Router and install language packs. If you plan to install new firmware, make sure the firmware you want to use is on the local hard drive of the computer. If you want to i...

98 D-Link DIR-645 User Manual Section 3 - Software Configuration Dynamic DNS The DDNS feature allows you to host a server (Web, FTP, Game Server, etc…) using a domain name that you have purchased (www. whateveryournameis.com) with your dynamically assigned IP address. Most broadband Internet Service...

101 D-Link DIR-645 User Manual Section 3 - Software Configuration System Check This useful diagnostic utility can be used to check if a computer is on the Internet. It sends ping packets and listens for replies from the specific host. In the Ping Test section the user can test the Internet connectiv...

102 D-Link DIR-645 User Manual Section 3 - Software Configuration Schedules The following parameters will be available for configuration: Name: Enter the custom name for the new schedule rule here. This name is used for identification. Day(s): To use every day in the week for this rule, select the A...

103 D-Link DIR-645 User Manual Section 3 - Software Configuration Status Category In this category the user will be able to view information regarding the configuration and functionality of this device. Displays like WAN, LAN and Wireless configurations, System, Firewall and Router logs, and more.

104 D-Link DIR-645 User Manual Section 3 - Software Configuration Device Info This page displays the current information for the router. It will display the LAN, WAN (Internet), and Wireless information. If your Internet connection is set up for a Dynamic IP address then a Release button and a Renew...

106 D-Link DIR-645 User Manual Section 3 - Software Configuration Logs The router automatically logs (records) events of possible interest in it’s internal memory. If there isn’t enough internal memory for all events, logs of older events are deleted but logs of the latest events are retained. The L...

107 D-Link DIR-645 User Manual Section 3 - Software Configuration Statistics In the LAN Statistics section, the user can view the traffic statistics that occurred on the LAN interface. Information that is displayed includes the packets sent and received, packets dropped, collisions that occurred, an...

110 D-Link DIR-645 User Manual Section 3 - Software Configuration Support Category In this section, the user will have access to a portal of information regarding each and every page that exists on this device. This information gives the basic description of parameter and uses for the pages.

111 D-Link DIR-645 User Manual Section 4 - Knowledge Base Knowledge Base Wireless Basics Wireless products are based on industry standards to provide easy-to-use and compatible high-speed wireless connectivity within your home, business or public access wireless networks. Strictly adhering to the IE...

113 D-Link DIR-645 User Manual Section 4 - Knowledge Base Tips Here are a few things to keep in mind, when you install a wireless network. Centralize your router or Access Point Make sure you place the router/access point in a centralized location within your network for the best performance. Try to...

114 D-Link DIR-645 User Manual Section 4 - Knowledge Base Wireless Security This section will show you the different levels of security you can use to protect your data from intruders. The router offers wireless security options like WPA/WPA2 PSK/EAP. What is WPA? WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access), is a ...

115 D-Link DIR-645 User Manual Section 4 - Knowledge Base Networking Basics Check your IP address After you install your new network or wireless adapter, by default, the TCP/IP settings should be set to obtain an IP address from a DHCP server (i.e. wireless router) automatically. To verify your IP a...

117 D-Link DIR-645 User Manual Section 4 - Knowledge Base Connect to a Wireless Network Using Window 7 It is recommended to enable wireless security (WPA/WPA2) on your wireless router or access point before configuring your wireless adapter. If you are joining an existing network, you will need to k...

119 D-Link DIR-645 User Manual Section 4 - Knowledge Base Using Window 7 and WPS The WPS feature of the router can be configured using Windows® 7. Carry out the following steps to use Windows® 7 to configure the WPS feature of the router:1. Click the Start button and select Computer from the Start m...

122 D-Link DIR-645 User Manual Section 4 - Knowledge Base Using Window Vista Windows Vista ® users may use the built-in wireless utility. If you are using another company’s utility or Windows ® 2000, please refer to the user manual of your wireless adapter for help with connecting to a wireless netw...

124 D-Link DIR-645 User Manual Section 4 - Knowledge Base Using Window XP Windows ® XP users may use the built-in wireless utility (Zero Configuration Utility). The following instructions are for Service Pack 2 users. If you are using another company’s utility or Windows ® 2000, please refer to the ...

125 D-Link DIR-645 User Manual Section 5 - Troubleshooting Troubleshooting This chapter provides solutions to problems that can occur during the installation and operation of the router. Read the following descriptions if you are having problems. The examples below are illustrated in Windows ® XP. I...

127 D-Link DIR-645 User Manual Appendix A - Technical Specifications Technical Specifications Standards • IEEE 802.11n • IEEE 802.11g • IEEE 802.3 • IEEE 802.3u Security • WPA-Personal •Wi-Fi protected set-up(PBC/PIN) • WPA2-Personal • WPA-Enterprise • WPA2-Enterprise Wireless.Signal.Rates* • 300Mbp...