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D-Link DIR-640L User Manual

Section 2 - Installation

1. Turn off and unplug your cable or DSL broadband modem. This is required.

Hardware Setup

2. Position your router close to your modem and a computer. Place the router in an open area of your intended 

work area for better wireless coverage.

3. Unplug the Ethernet cable from your modem (or existing router if upgrading) that is connected to your computer. 

Plug it into the blue port labeled 1 on the back of your router. The router is now connected to your computer.

Modem

DIR-640L

Computer

Summary of Contents for DIR-640LA1

Page 1: ...User Manual Wireless N300 Cloud VPN Router DIR 640L Version 1 0 09 03 2012 DIR 640LA1 ...

Page 2: ...r registered trademarks of D Link Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States or other countries All other company or product names mentioned herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies Copyright 2012 by D Link Corporation All rights reserved This publication may not be reproduced in whole or in part without prior expressed written permission from D Link C...

Page 3: ...xisting Router 12 Configuration 14 Web based Configuration Utility 14 Internet Connection Setup 15 Static assigned by ISP 16 Dynamic Cable 17 PPPoE DSL 18 Wireless Settings 19 Network Settings 21 Router Settings 21 DHCP Server Settings 22 VPN Settings 23 IPSec Settings 24 L2TP Settings 26 Advanced Network Settings 27 Tools 28 Admin 28 Time 29 SysLog 30 System 31 Firmware 32 Dynamic DNS 33 System C...

Page 4: ...k DIR 640L User Manual Table of Contents Wireless Modes 48 Networking Basics 49 Check your IP address 49 Statically Assign an IP address 50 Technical Specifications 51 GPL Code Statement 52 Safety Statements 65 ...

Page 5: ...owersupplywithadifferentvoltageratingthantheoneincludedwiththeDIR 640Lwillcausedamageandvoidthewarranty for this product If any of the above items are missing please contact your reseller DIR 640L Wireless N300 Cloud VPN Router Ethernet Cable Two Detachable Antennas Power Adapter Optional Wall Mount Kit ...

Page 6: ... 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 or higher Firefox 3 0 or higher Safari 3 0 or higher Chrome 2 0 or higher Windows Users Make sure you have the latest version of Java installed Visit www java com to download the latest version System Requ...

Page 7: ...line gaming smooth and responsive providing a better Internet experience EXTENDED WHOLE HOME COVERAGE PoweredbyWirelessNtechnology thishighperformancerouterprovidessuperiorhomecoveragethroughoutyourhomewhilereducing dead spots The router is designed for use in bigger homes and for users who demand higher performance networking Add a Wireless Nnotebook or desktop adapter and stay connected to your ...

Page 8: ...f advanced network management features including Secure Multiple Concurrent Sessions The DIR 640L can pass through VPN sessions It supports multiple and concurrent IPSec and PPTP sessions so users behind the DIR 640L can securely access corporate networks User friendly Setup Wizard Through its easy to use Web based user interface the DIR 640L lets you control whatinformationisaccessibletothoseonth...

Page 9: ... restores the router to its original factory default settings 2 LAN Ports 1 4 Connect 10 100 1000 Ethernet devices such as computers switches and NAS 3 Internet Port The auto MDI MDIX Internet port is the connection for the Ethernet cable to the cable or DSL modem 4 Power Receptor Receptor for the supplied power adapter 1 2 4 3 ...

Page 10: ...solid light indicates connection on the Internet port This LED blinks during data transmission 3 WLAN LED 2 4GHz A solid light indicates that the 2 4GHz wireless segment is ready This LED blinks during wireless data transmission 4 LAN LEDs 1 4 A solid light indicates a connection to an Ethernet enabled computer on ports 1 4 This LED blinks during data transmission 1 2 3 4 ...

Page 11: ...d directly to your modem 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 ontherouter andthenturnthemodembackon Insomecases youmayneedtocallyourISPtochangeconnection types USB to Ethernet IfyouhaveDSLandareconnectingviaPPPoE make...

Page 12: ...at 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 pos...

Page 13: ...e is no stud Check the screw anchors are securely in place Step 3 Securely screw down the attachment plate on the wall The wall mount kit includes the following items Two 2 cm screws Two screw anchors One attachment plate Wall Mount Kit Installation Step 4 Hang the router on the wall by sliding the tops of the screws through the holes on the bottom of the router and then slide to lock into positio...

Page 14: ...router close to your modem and a computer Place the router in an open area of your intended work area for better wireless coverage 3 UnplugtheEthernetcablefromyourmodem orexistingrouterifupgrading thatisconnectedtoyourcomputer Plug it into the blue port labeled 1 on the back of your router The router is now connected to your computer Modem DIR 640L Computer ...

Page 15: ... of the router and then plug it into a power outlet or surge protector Press the power button and verify that the power LED is lit Allow 1 minute for the router to boot up 7 If you are connecting to a Broadband service that uses a dynamic connection not PPPoE you may be online already Try opening a web browser and enter a web site If you connect you are finished with your Internet setup Please ski...

Page 16: ...w the steps below 1 Plug the power into the router Connect one of your computers to the router LAN port using an Ethernet cable Make sure your IP address on the computer is 192 168 0 xxx where xxx is between 2 and 254 Please see the Networking Basics section for more information If you need to change the settings write down your existing settings before making any changes In most cases your comput...

Page 17: ...Ethernet cable from the router and reconnect your computer to your network 7 Connect an Ethernet cable in one of the LAN ports of the router and connect it to your other router Do not plug anything into the Internet WAN port of the D Link router 8 Youmaynowusetheother3LANportstoconnectotherEthernetdevicesandcomputers Toconfigureyourwirelessnetwork open a web browser and enter the IP address you as...

Page 18: ...Web based Configuration Utility Select Admin from the drop down menu and the password should be left empty To access the configuration utility open a web browser such as Internet Explorer and enter the IP address of the router http 192 168 0 1 Configuration ...

Page 19: ...l Section 3 Configuration Internet Connection Setup Use this tab to choose either Static IP DHCP PPPoE PPTP or L2TP to configure your Internet connection You may need to get this information from your ISP Internet Service Provider ...

Page 20: ...e Broadband Router It is not recommended that you change the default MAC address unless requiredbyyourISP Youcanusethe CopyYourPC sMACAddress button to replace the Internet port s MAC address with the MAC address of your Ethernet card My Internet Connection IP Address Subnet Mask Default Gateway DNS Servers MTU MAC Address Static assigned by ISP Select Static IP Address if all the Internet port s ...

Page 21: ...es are usually obtained automatically from your ISP Leaveat0 0 0 0ifyoudidnotspecificallyreceivethesefromyourISP Maximum Transmission Unit you may need to change the MTU for optimal performance with your specific ISP 1500 is the default MTU ThedefaultMACAddressissettotheInternetport sphysicalinterfaceMACaddressontheBroadbandRouter Itisnotrecommended that you change the default MAC address unless r...

Page 22: ... you may need to change the MTU for optimal performance with your specific ISP 1492 is the default MTU ThedefaultMACAddressissettotheInternetport sphysicalinterfaceMACaddressontheBroadbandRouter Itisnotrecommended that you change the default MAC address unless required by your ISP You can use the Copy Your PC s MAC Address button to replace the Internet port s MAC address with the MAC address of y...

Page 23: ...02 11n and 802 11g Select if you are using a mix of 802 11n and 11g wireless clients This setting can be selected to allow the DIR 640L to choose the channel with the least amount of interference for the 2 4GHz band Indicates the channel setting for the DIR 640L on the 2 4GHz band If you enable Auto Channel Scan this option will be greyed out Select the Channel Width for the 2 4GHz band Auto 20 40...

Page 24: ...02 11nwireless clients 40MHz Select if using only 802 11n wireless clients Enter a wireless network name SSID that is different from your main wireless network Select Invisible if you do not want the SSID of your wireless network to be broadcasted by the DIR 640L If Invisible is selected the SSID will not be seen by Site Surveyutilitiessoyourwirelessclientswillhavetoknow the SSID of the DIR 640L S...

Page 25: ...P settings Network Settings Enter the IP address of the router The default IP address is 192 168 0 1 IfyouchangetheIPaddress onceyouclickSaveSettings you will need to enter the new IP address in your browser to get back into the configuration utility Enter the Subnet Mask The default subnet mask is 255 255 255 0 Router IP Address Subnet Mask Router Settings ...

Page 26: ...e an unused IP address from the IP address pool to the requesting computer You must specify the starting and ending address of the IP address pool Check this box to enable the DHCP server on your router Uncheck to disable this function EnterthestartingandendingIPaddressesfortheDHCPserver s IP assignment Note If you statically manually assign IP addresses to your computers or devices make sure the ...

Page 27: ...l as Edit and Delete them Check this box to enable NAT Traversal options CheckthisboxtoautomaticallykeepIPSecconnections alive Add VPN Profile VPN Profile NAT Traversal Keep Alive On this page you can set up advanced options for aVirtual Private Network VPN The DIR 640L supports both IPSec and L2TP as the Server Endpoint IPSec Internet Protocol Security is a set of protocols that can provide IP se...

Page 28: ...upoptionusingthedrop down menu PFS is an additional security protocol Select this option to configure IKE Phase 1 of the VPN Tunnel to carry out negotiation in a shorter amount of time This option is not recommended as it is less secure Manually enter an ASCII passphrase in box Choose Always on or Manual from the drop down menu IPSec Tunnel Name Method Mode Local Subnet Netmask Remote Subnet Netma...

Page 29: ...password authentication requirements for theVPN Select Server Mode Client Mode or None Then enter the user name and password if required by the remoteVPN server endpoint configured in xAuth Server Mode Check this box to enable IKE Proposal Check this box to enable IPSec Proposal Remote ID Local ID Dead Peer Detection DPD XAUTH Set IKE Proposal Set IPSEC Proposal Use this area to Enable IKE Proposa...

Page 30: ...VPN settings You can establish VPN settings on multiple SSIDs by enabling each of them here Enter a name for your VPN Select L2TPv3 or L2TPv3 over IPsec Enter the IP address of the remote LCCE Enter the name of the remote LCCE Enter the router ID of the remote LCCE Enter the router ID of the local LCCE L2TP Multi SSID 1 4 Host Name Connection Type Remote Address Remote Host Name Remote Router ID L...

Page 31: ...Packet Inspection which will only allow packets from known active connections and reject all others CheckthisboxtopreventtheDIR 640Lfromresponding to port scans from the WAN making it less susceptible to discovery Check the box to allow multicast traffic to pass through the router from the Internet Enable WAN Ping Respond Enable SPI Enable Stealth Mode Enable IPV6 Multicast Streams Advanced Networ...

Page 32: ...change both admin and user account passwords Tools Enter a new password for the Administrator Login Name And type it again in the next box Remote management allows the DIR 640L to be configured from the Internet by a web browser A username password is still required to access the Web Management interface Enter the IP address used to access the DIR 640L Enter the port number used to access the DIR ...

Page 33: ...able this feature Enter the IP address of a NTP server or select one from the drop down menu To manually input the time enter the values in these fields for theYear Month Day Hour Minute and Second and then click Set Time You can also click CopyYour Computer sTime Settings to synchthedateandtimewiththecomputeryouarecurrently on Current Router Time Time Zone Enable Daylight Saving Daylight Saving D...

Page 34: ... network Save Log File To Local Drive Enable Logging to SysLog Server SysLog Server IP Address Click the Save button to save a local copy of the Log file on your PC Check this box to send the router logs to a SysLog Server The address of the SysLog server that will be used to send the logs You may also select your computer from the drop down menu onlyifreceivinganIPaddressfromtherouterviaDHCP ...

Page 35: ...tore all configuration settings back to the settings that were in effect at the time the router was shipped from the factory Any settings that have not been saved will be lost includinganyrulesthatyouhavecreated Ifyouwanttosave the current router configuration settings use the Save button above Click to reboot the router Save Settings to Local Hard Drive Load Settings from Local Hard Drive Restore...

Page 36: ...rcomputer usethis optiontobrowseforthefileandthenuploadtheinformation into the access point You can upgrade the firmware of the access point here Make sure the firmware you want to use is on the local hard drive of the computer Click on Browse to locate the firmware file to be used for the update Please check the D Link support website for firmware updates at http support dlink com You can downloa...

Page 37: ...y for your DDNS account Enter the Password or key for your DDNS account Enable Dynamic DNS Server Address Host Name Username or Key Password or Key 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 Providers assign dynamic c...

Page 38: ... The Ping Test is used to send Ping packets to test if a computer is on the Internet Enter the IP address that you wish to Ping and click Ping The results of your ping attempts will be displayed here System Check Host Name or IP Address Ping Result ...

Page 39: ...SP If your Internet connection is set up for PPPoE a Connect button and a Disconnect button will be displayed Use Disconnect to drop the PPPoE connection and use Connect to establish the PPPoE connection Displays the router s time and firmware version Displays the MAC address and the public IP settings Displays the MAC address and the private local IP settings for the router Displays computers and...

Page 40: ...s The router automatically logs records events of possible interest in its 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 Logs option allows you to view the router logs You can define what types of events you want to view and the level of the events to view This router also has external Syslog Ser...

Page 41: ... screen below displays the Traffic Statistics Here you can view the amount of packets that pass through the DIR 640L on both the WAN LAN ports and both the 802 11n g 2 4GHz and 802 11n a 5GHz wireless bands The traffic counter will reset if the device is rebooted ...

Page 42: ...40L User Manual Section 6 Status The wireless client table displays a list of current connected wireless clients This table also displays the connection time and MAC address of the connected wireless clients Wireless ...

Page 43: ...ink DIR 640L User Manual Section 6 Status VPN Refresh Updates the VPN details on the screen so it displays any recent activity This page is where the router displays information on the the current VPN tunnels ...

Page 44: ... device itself Your computer must be on the same IP subnet to connect to the web based utility Make sure you have an updated Java enabled web browser We recommend the following Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 0 and higher Mozilla Firefox 3 0 and higher Google Chrome 2 0 and higher Apple Safari 3 0 and higher Verify physical connectivity by checking for solid link lights on the device If you do not g...

Page 45: ...s should open the login page for your web management If you still cannot access the configuration unplug the power to the router for 10 seconds and plug back in Wait about 30 seconds and try accessing the configuration If you have multiple computers try connecting using a different computer 2 What can I do if I forgot my password If you forgot your password you must reset your router Unfortunately...

Page 46: ...ering the MTU in increments of ten Ex 1492 1482 1472 etc To find the proper MTU Size you ll have to do a special ping of the destination you re trying to go to A destination could be another computer or a URL Click on Start and then click Run Windows 95 98 and Me users type in command Windows NT 2000 XP Vista and 7 users type in cmd and press Enter or click OK Once the window opens you ll need to ...

Page 47: ...proper value the actual MTU size would be 1480 which is the optimum for the network we re working with 1452 28 1480 Once you find your MTU you can now configure your router with the proper MTU size To change the MTU rate on your router follow the steps below Open your browser enter the IP address of your router http 192 168 0 1 and click OK Enter your username admin and password should be left emp...

Page 48: ...elessLANsareusedincreasinglyinbothhomeandofficeenvironments andpublicareassuchasairports coffeeshops and universities Innovative ways to utilize WLAN technology are helping people to work and communicate more efficiently Increased mobility and the absence of cabling and other fixed infrastructure have proven to be beneficial for many users Wireless users can use the same applications they use on a...

Page 49: ...u can access the network You must be within the wireless network range area to be able to connect your computer There are two different types of wireless networks Wireless Local Area Network WLAN and Wireless Personal Area Network WPAN Wireless Local Area Network WLAN In a wireless local area network a device called an Access Point AP connects computers to the network The access point has a small ...

Page 50: ... wireless Wirelesstechnologyasbecomesopopularinrecentyearsthatalmosteveryoneisusingit whetherit sforhome office business D Link has a wireless solution for it Home Gives everyone at home broadband access Surf the web check email instant message etc Gets rid of the cables around the house Simple and easy to use Small Office and Home Office Stay on top of everything at home as you would at office Re...

Page 51: ...f setting up a wireless network 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 place the router access point as high as possible in the room so the signal gets dispersed throughout your home If you have a tw...

Page 52: ...o peer communication using wireless network adapters on each computer such as two or more DIR 640L wireless network Cardbus adapters An Infrastructure network contains an Access Point or wireless router All the wireless devices or clients will connect to the wireless router or access point An Ad Hoc network contains only clients such as laptops with wireless cardbus adapters All the adapters must ...

Page 53: ...y your IP address please follow the steps below Click on Start Run In the run box type cmd and click OK Windows 7 Vista users type cmd in the Start Search box At the prompt type ipconfig and press Enter This will display the IP address subnet mask and the default gateway of your adapter Iftheaddressis0 0 0 0 checkyouradapterinstallation security settings and the settings on your router Some firewa...

Page 54: ...ck on the Local Area Connection which represents your network adapter and select Properties Step 3 Highlight Internet Protocol TCP IP and click Properties Step 4 Click Use the following IP address and enter an IP address that is on the same subnet as your network or the LAN IP address on your router Example The router s LAN IP address is 192 168 0 1 make your IP address 192 168 0 X where X is a nu...

Page 55: ...Mbps 12 Mbps 11 Mbps 9 Mbps 6 Mbps 5 5 Mbps 2 Mbps 1 Mbps Frequency Range2 North America 2 412 GHz to 2 462 GHz 802 11g n 5 15 GHz to 5 825 GHz 802 11a n 3 External Antenna Type Two 2 detachable Antennas Operating Temperature 32 F to 104 F 0 C to 40 C Humidity 95 maximum non condensing Safety Emissions FCC IC Dimensions L 7 4 inches W 4 4 inches H 1 1 inches Warranty 1 Year 1 Maximum wireless sign...

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