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i D-Link DIR-457 User Manual D-Link reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes in the content hereof without obligation to notify any person or organization of such revisions or changes. Manual Revisions T rademarks D-Link and the D-Link logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of D-Link Corporation or its subsidiaries in[...]

ii D-Link DIR-457 User Manual T able of Contents Preface........................................................................... i Manual Revisions ..................................................... i Trademarks .............................................................. i Product Overview ..................................................[...]

iii D-Link DIR-457 User Manual T able of Contents Enabling or Disabling a PIN Code ................... 27 Changing a PIN Code ...................................... 28 Unlocking a PIN Code ..................................... 28 Prole Settings ...................................................... 29 Band Settings ..............................[...]

iv D-Link DIR-457 User Manual T able of Contents Port Forwarding ............................................... 67 MAC Address Filter .......................................... 68 Filter Rules ....................................................... 69 Firewall & DMZ ................................................ 70 File Sharing .............[...]

1 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 1 - Product Overview Product Over view Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with the DIR-457 will cause damage and void the warranty for this product. Package Contents D-Link DIR-457 Battery Power Adapter USB Cable Travel Case[...]

2 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 1 - Product Overview Network Requirements • IEEE 802.11g/b wireless clients • 3G SIM card for 3G Wireless Internet Web-based Conguration Utility Requirements Computer with the following: • Windows ® , Macintosh, or Linux-based operating system • MicroSD card Browser Requirements: • Internet Explore[...]

3 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 1 - Product Overview • Wireless Access Point - The DIR-457 provides up to 54 Mbps* wireless connection with other 802.11g wireless clients. • Comp atib le with 802.11b Devi ces - The DIR- 457 is sti ll fully compati ble with the IEEE 802.11 g standa rd, so it can connect with existing 802.11g or 802.11b devi[...]

4 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Over view Connections Power Receptor USB receptor for the supplied power adapter and power cable.[...]

5 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Over view T op View 3G Signal LED A RED light indicates poor signal strength. A GREEN light indicates normal signal strength. A BLUE light indicates excellent signal strength. A Blinking 3G Signal LED indicates 3G activity. Power LED Device not plugged into a USB port: A steady RED [...]

6 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Over view Switching Between 3G Modem Mode and Wi-Fi Router Mode The DIR-457 features a hardware switch that enables users to switch between 3G Modem mode and Wi-Fi Router mode. When the DIR-457 is in 3G modem mode, the device connected via the included USB cable maintains a direct 3[...]

7 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 1 - Product Overview Batter y Facts • It usually takes a minimum of 3 hours to fully charge the battery. • Battery power lasts up to 4 hours in standby status. • Battery life depends on network, signal strength, temperature, features, and accessories. • New batteries or batteries not used for an extended[...]

8 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 2 - Installation When using the DIR-457 in Wi-Fi router mode, placement of the device is very important. Do not place the device in an enclosed area such as a closet, cabinet, or in the attic or garage. Please install the device considering the following points: Installation The D-Link DIR-457 in Wi-Fi router mo[...]

9 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 2 - Installation Installing the SIM Card Open the SIM card and battery compartment, located on the bottom of the device. Insert the SIM card by lining up the contact points on the SIM card with the contact points in the SIM card compartment. Product Setup Hardware Setup Installing the Batter y Insert the battery[...]

10 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 2 - Installation Charging with the Power Adapter To charge the battery insert one end of the USB cable into the USB port of the power adapter and the other end into the Mini-USB port of the DIR- 457 Portable Router, then plug the power adapter into a wall socket. While charging, the Power/3G network LED will ?[...]

11 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 2 - Installation Connection Setup USB Modem Mode Connection 1. Move the router/modem selection switch to USB modem mode. 2. Connect the DIR-457 Portable Router to your computer with the included USB cable. To do this, insert the USB cable into the Mini-USB port of the DIR-457 Portable Router and the other end i[...]

12 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 2 - Installation Wi-Fi Router Mode 1. Move the router/modem selection switch to Wi-Fi router mode. 2. Press the power button on the DIR-457. 3. You can now use the DIR- 457 Portab le Ro ute r as a wir ele ss ac ces s point and conn ect to the router with any Wi-Fi capable devices. Connection Setup ROUTER MODEM [...]

13 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 3 - Device Setup using D-Link Connection Manager (Windows) The DIR-457 provides two different ways of device setup. For changing settings, you can choose either the D-Link Mobile Connection Manager or the Web-based Conguration Utility (please refer to Section 5 - WEB Conguration). The D-Link Mobile Connec[...]

14 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 3 - Device Setup using D-Link Connection Manager (Windows) New Profile Before starting, if the mobile service provider associated with your SIM card is listed in the preset prole list, you can directly connect to the desired network using its pre-dened prole. You also can create your own prole by f[...]

15 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 3 - Device Setup using D-Link Connection Manager (Windows) Ending a Connection Establishing a Connection The Connect/Disconnect button will be black when you are ofine. You can click the Connect button to connect to the network via the default prole. After you are connected, the button will turn green wit[...]

16 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 3 - Device Setup using D-Link Connection Manager (Windows) Profile Management Editing 1. Click the Prole button. 2. Select a prole and click the Edit button. 3. Click the appropriate tab and enter the information in the elds. 4. Click the Advanced button to displa y a list of operator s and their area[...]

17 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 3 - Device Setup using D-Link Connection Manager (Windows) Connection Management Current Connection The Connection Information window allows users to manage not only the current connection (if connected), but also their connection history. Click the Connection Info button to open the Connection Information wind[...]

18 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 3 - Device Setup using D-Link Connection Manager (Windows) Connection Histor y The History Connection tab displays the following information: Type - The type of connections made. Prole - The names of the proles used. Date & Time - The date and time of the connection. Duration - The duration of the con[...]

19 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 3 - Device Setup using D-Link Connection Manager (Windows) Usage Management Usage Limits can be set on how long a connection will last. These limits can either be set by usage (3G/GPRS connections) or by time (Dialup connections). 1. Select Tools > Preference . 2. Select the Usage tab. 3. Check the Limit by [...]

20 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 3 - Device Setup using D-Link Connection Manager (Windows) Usage Statistics Statistics for both usage and time can be viewed from the usage menu. 1. Select View > Usage . 2. Select either the Current Month or Previous Month tab. Follow the steps below to clear the Previous month’s logs: 1. Select View >[...]

21 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 3 - Device Setup using D-Link Connection Manager (Windows) T ext Messaging (SMS) The DIR-457 can be used to perform all the text messaging functions that can be done on a mobile phone such as sending, receiving, replying, forwarding and deleting. SMS[...]

22 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 3 - Device Setup using D-Link Connection Manager (Windows) New/Reply/For ward T ext Message 1. Click the SMS button. 2. Click New , Reply , or Forward . 3. Enter the recipient’s phone number or click Contacts to see the contacts stored to the SIM card. In the contacts window, click the box next to the recipie[...]

23 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 3 - Device Setup using D-Link Connection Manager (Windows) SMS Settings This menu allows you to change the service center number, its validity period, and whether to store outgoing messages within the DIR-457 Mobile Connection Manager. 1. Click Tools > SMS Settings . 2. If needed, enter the new Service Cente[...]

24 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 3 - Device Setup using D-Link Connection Manager (Windows) Contact Management Adding Contacts Deleting Contacts Editing Contacts The DIR-457 contacts manager displays all the contacts on the SIM Card. Contacts can be added, edited, deleted and imported. 1. Click the Contacts button. 2. Click the Add button. 3. [...]

25 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 3 - Device Setup using D-Link Connection Manager (Windows) Importing vCards to Contacts Exporting Contacts to vCards 1. Click the Contacts button. 2. Click the Export button. 3. Select the destination to save the vCard(s). 4. Click OK to export the card(s). 5. After the export, a message will be displayed. Clic[...]

26 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 3 - Device Setup using D-Link Connection Manager (Windows) SIM Management SIM Information SIM details regarding the IMEI, Phone Number, Contact Usage, and SMS Usage cab be found by clicking Support > About D-Link Mobile Connection Manager . SIM Management includes functions such as enabling/disabling a PIN, [...]

27 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 3 - Device Setup using D-Link Connection Manager (Windows) Enabling or Disabling a PIN Code Enable PIN Code To prevent unauthorized use of the SIM card a PIN code can be enabled. 1. Select Tools > Enable/Disable PIN code > Enabled . 2. Enter the correct PIN code to enable. 3. Click OK to enable PIN code p[...]

28 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 3 - Device Setup using D-Link Connection Manager (Windows) Changing a PIN Code SIM cards often contain two PIN codes that can be changed. 1. Click Tools > Change PIN Code > PIN1 or PIN2 . 2. Enter the details in the following elds: Current PIN Code, Enter New PIN Code and Conrm New PIN Code. 3. Clic[...]

29 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 3 - Device Setup using D-Link Connection Manager (Windows) Band Settings The DIR-457 supports two band selection options: Automatic - The DIR-457 automatically selects the band based on the networks available in current area. 3G Only - Restricts the DIR-457 to using 3G service on WCDMA 850/1900/2100 bands. 2G O[...]

30 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 3 - Device Setup using D-Link Connection Manager (Windows) The current location of the DIR-457 may be covered by more than one network. The DIR-457 supports two network selection options: Automatic - By default the DIR-457 will automatically select the network based on the user’s account and network availabil[...]

31 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 3 - Device Setup using D-Link Connection Manager (Windows) Select Tools > Call Setting . You may select from one of the following options: None - No answer. Send Busy Tone - The caller will hear a busy tone, or will be transferred to voice mail. Call Forward - The incoming call will be forwarded to the phone[...]

32 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 3 - Device Setup using D-Link Connection Manager (Windows) Startup Options V ersion Information Users can specify how the application should start up. 1. Click Tools > Preferences > Startup . 2. Check the box next to the desired options. • Always ask before closing a connection. • Always ask before ex[...]

33 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 3 - Device Setup using D-Link Connection Manager (Windows) Wi-Fi and Basic Settings The following steps will show you how to adjust the settings for both Wi-Fi and 3G connections. When you use this device as a 3G router, the Wi-Fi and 3G functionalities will both be enabled. You can adjust both of them under ?[...]

34 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 3 - Device Setup using D-Link Connection Manager (Windows) In the Wi-Fi settings screen you can set the SSID, Wireless Channel, and Security Mode for the DIR-457. Wi-Fi Settings Changing the Profile Information You can either set the Prole Information to Auto Congure or manually choose a Phone Number, AP[...]

35 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 3 - Device Setup using D-Link Connection Manager (Windows) Changing the SSID To manually choose an SSID, type a new name for the network in the SSID text eld.[...]

36 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 3 - Device Setup using D-Link Connection Manager (Windows) Configuring the Wireless Channel The Wireless Channel can be manually chosen (1 to 13) or set to Auto. Configuring the Security Mode The Secur ity Mode can be set to WEP -64 bit , WEP -12 8bi t, WPA-P SK, and WPA2-SPK.[...]

37 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 3 - Device Setup using D-Link Connection Manager (Windows) Setting the Administrator Password To change the Administrator Password, click the corresponding symbol. 1. For security reasons, please repeat the current password. 2. Next, choose a new password. 3. Conrm the new password. Administrator Password[...]

38 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 3 - Device Setup using D-Link Connection Manager (Windows) Device Information To display information about your device, click the corresponding symbol. This screen displa ys the Mode l Name, the Firmwa re Vers ion, and the Battery status of your device. Device Information[...]

39 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 4 - Device Setup using D-Link Connection Manager (MAC OS) New Profile 1. Click the Prole button. 2. Click the New button to open the New Prole window. Create Profile 1. Enter the Prole Name, Phone Number, and APN (Access Point Network) 2. Select the Authentication Type. 3. Click Save Account if you w[...]

40 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 4 - Device Setup using D-Link Connection Manager (MAC OS) Ending a Connection Establishing a Connection You can click the Connect button to connect to the network via the default prole. Once connected, the icon on the right side of the window will display a green checkmark instead of a red X. Once connected,[...]

41 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 4 - Device Setup using D-Link Connection Manager (MAC OS) Profile Management Editing a Prole 1. Click the Prole button. 2. Select a prole and click the Edit button. 3. Click the appropriate tab and enter the information in the elds. 4. Click OK to close the Edit Prole window. Note: Proles may[...]

42 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 4 - Device Setup using D-Link Connection Manager (MAC OS) Connection Management Current Connection The Connection Information window allows users to manage not only the current connection (if connected), but also their connection history. Click the Connection Info button to open the Connection Information windo[...]

43 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 4 - Device Setup using D-Link Connection Manager (MAC OS) Connection Histor y The History Connection tab displays the following information: Prole - The name of the prole APN - The access point name Time Start - The time the connection was initiated Time End - The time that the connected ended Data Sent -[...]

44 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 4 - Device Setup using D-Link Connection Manager (MAC OS) Usage Management Statistics The Usage window allows users to manage not only the current connection (if connected), but also their connection history. Click the Connection Info button to open the Connection Information window. The Statistics tab displays[...]

45 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 4 - Device Setup using D-Link Connection Manager (MAC OS) T ext Messaging (SMS) The DIR-457 can be used to perform the text messaging functions that can be done on a mobile phone such as sending, receiving, replying, forwarding and deleting. SMS[...]

46 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 4 - Device Setup using D-Link Connection Manager (MAC OS) New/Reply/For ward T ext Message 1. Click the SMS button. 2. Click New , Reply , or Forward . 3. Enter the recipient’s phone number or click Contacts to see the contacts stored to the SIM card. In the contacts window, click the box next to the recipien[...]

47 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 4 - Device Setup using D-Link Connection Manager (MAC OS) SMS Settings This menu allows you to change the service center number, its validity period, and whether to store outgoing messages within the DIR- 457 Mobile Connection Manager. 1. Click SMS > Settings . 2. If needed, enter the new Service Center numb[...]

48 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 4 - Device Setup using D-Link Connection Manager (MAC OS) Contact Management Adding Contacts The DIR-457 contacts manager displays all the contacts on the SIM Card. Contacts can be added, edited, deleted and imported. 1. Click the Contacts button. 2. Click the Add button. 3. Click OK to add the contact. Contact[...]

49 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 4 - Device Setup using D-Link Connection Manager (MAC OS) Deleting Contacts Editing Contacts 1. Click the Contacts button. 2. Select the contact to edit. 3. Click the Edit button. 4. Modify the contacts details. 5. Click OK to save the changes. 1. Click the Contacts button. 2. Select the contact to delete. 3. C[...]

50 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 4 - Device Setup using D-Link Connection Manager (MAC OS) SIM Management SIM Management includes functions such as enabling/disabling a PIN, changing the PIN1/PIN2 codes, adjusting the phone number, viewing contacts usage, and viewing SMS usage. Enabling or Disabling a PIN Code Enable PIN Code To prevent unauth[...]

51 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 4 - Device Setup using D-Link Connection Manager (MAC OS) Changing a PIN Code SIM cards often contain two PIN codes that can be changed. 1. Click Tools > Change PIN Code > PIN1 or PIN2 . 2. Enter the details in the following elds: Current PIN Code, Enter New PIN Code and Conrm New PIN Code. 3. Click[...]

52 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 4 - Device Setup using D-Link Connection Manager (MAC OS) Band Settings The DIR-457 supports two band selection options: Automatic - The DIR-457 automatically selects the band based on the networks available in current area and those supported by the DIR-457. UMTS/HSUPA Only - Restricts the DIR-457 to using 3G [...]

53 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 4 - Device Setup using D-Link Connection Manager (MAC OS) The current location of the DIR-457 may be covered by more than one network. The DWM-156 supports two network selection options: Automatic - By default the DIR-457 will automatically select the network based on the user account and network availability. [...]

54 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 4 - Device Setup using D-Link Connection Manager (MAC OS) Select Tools > Call Setting . You may select from one of the following options: None - No answer. Send Busy Tone - The caller will hear a busy tone, or will be transferred to voice mail. Call Forward - The incoming call will be forwarded to the phone [...]

55 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 5 - WEB Configuration In order to congure basic and advanced settings for DIR-457, rst establish a connectio n through the 802.11g wireless interface, then launch a web browser and direct it to the IP address of the DIR-457. Once the connection is made, options for quick setup include using the Internet [...]

56 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 5 - WEB Configuration Internet Connection Setup Wizard Once logged into the web interface of the router, the Setup > Internet page will appear. Click the Internet Connection Setup Wizard button to quickly congure your router using the setup wizard. If you want to enter your settings without running the w[...]

57 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 5 - WEB Configuration Click Next to continue. Create a new password and then click Next t o continue. Sele ct your time zone from the drop -down menu and then click Next to continue.[...]

58 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 5 - WEB Configuration Congure your 3G Internet Connection settings and then click Next to continue. Cli ck Conne ct to save your set tings . Once the rou ter has nished rebooting, click Continu e . Please allow 1-2 minutes to connect.[...]

59 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 5 - WEB Configuration If you opt to set up your Internet connection manually, you will be redirected to a Internet Connec tion menu that allows you to congure your 3G conguration parameters. Manual Configuration 3G Internet Connection Choose Auto mode for automatic conguration of the 3G co nne ct ion[...]

60 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 5 - WEB Configuration Wireless Settings If you want to congure the wireless settings on your router using the wizard, click Wireless Connection Setup Wizard . If yo u wan t to man ua ll y co ng ur e th e wi re le ss se tti ng s on your router click Manual Wireless Connection Setup and refer to “ Manual[...]

61 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 5 - WEB Configuration Enter the SSID (Service Set Identier). The SSID is t h e n a m e o f y ou r w i r e l e s s n e t w o r k . C re a t e a name using up to 20 characters. The SSID is case- sensitive. If you would like the router to automatically assign a ne twor k key to your n et work , cli ck th e A u[...]

62 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 5 - WEB Configuration The nal menu appea rs to indicate that the setup is completed. If yo u se le ct ed th e op ti on th at au to ma ti ca ll y ge ner at ed a network key, the automatically generated key will display next to the Network Key eld. If you m an ual ly spe ci ed a ne two rk key , th e Wir[...]

63 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 5 - WEB Configuration Manual Wireless Connection Setup Service Set Identier (SSID) is the name of your wireless network. Create a name using up to 20 characters. The SSID is case-sensitive. The Auto Channel Scan setting can be selected to allo w the DI R-45 7 to cho ose the channe l with the lea st amount o[...]

64 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 5 - WEB Configuration This section will allow you to change the local network settings of the router and to congure the DHCP settings. LAN Setup En te r t he IP add ress of the rout er. The defa ult IP address is 192.168.0.1. If you change the IP address, once you click Sa ve Set ting s , yo u wi ll nee d t[...]

65 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 5 - WEB Configuration DHCP Reser vation If you want a computer or device to always have the same IP address assigned, you can create a DHCP reservation. The router will assign the IP address only to that computer or device. Congure the parameters, as described below, to create a new DHCP Reservation. Displa[...]

66 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 5 - WEB Configuration T ime and Date Select the Time Zone from the drop-do wn menu. Check the box to enable Daylight Saving time. Click this button to set the device’s time the same to local PC. Check the box to enable the device to automatically synchronize with a D-Link NT P S er ver . NT P st and s fo r N[...]

67 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 5 - WEB Configuration Port Forwarding is a feature that allows you to open a single port or a range of ports and redirect the data received through those ports to a single PC on your network. Port For warding En te r a name for the rul e or sel ect an app lica tion fro m th e drop -d own menu . Sel ect an appl[...]

68 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 5 - WEB Configuration MAC Address Filter Select Accept , Reject , or Disable from the drop-down menu Enter the MAC address you would like to lter. MAC Address Filter: MAC Address: Use MAC (Media Access Control) Filters to allow or deny LAN (Local Area Network) computers by manually entering their MAC addres[...]

69 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 5 - WEB Configuration Filter Rules Enter the MAC address you would like to lter. (Op tiona l) Enter a port or ran ge of por ts used for the lter rule. Select the protocol of the rewall port ( TCP , UDP , or Any ). Choose to Allow or Deny the trafc. Se lec t a sch edu le fo r whe n the Ne two rk Fil[...]

70 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 5 - WEB Configuration Th is is en ab led by de fa ult. To di sa bl e t he Fi re wall , click to remove the check mark. Check the DMZ Enable box and specify the IP address of the computer on the LAN that you wa nt to have unr estr icte d Int erne t co mmun ic at ion in the DMZ IP Address eld. Select a schedu[...]

71 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 5 - WEB Configuration The default Storage Server Name is DIR-457 . The defa ult name for the Shar e Fol der is mydi sk . Storage Server Name: Share Folder: File Sharing The File Sharing menu is used to set up le sharing for clients connected to the DIR-457. The DIR-457 uses the Samba protocol for network ?[...]

72 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 5 - WEB Configuration Windows XP Step 1 Open a browser window. Step 2 Input followed by the Storage Server name or the IP address of the route r in the URL input text box (DIR-457 or 192.168.0.1). (you can enter default Storage S e r v e r n a m e o r u s e r - c o n  g u r e d name ). For accessing [...]

73 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 5 - WEB Configuration Windows Vista Step 1 Open a browser window. Step 2 Input followed by the Storage Server name or the IP address of the router in the URL input text box (DIR-457 or 192.168.0.1). (you can enter default Storage S e r v e r n a m e o r u s e r - c o n  g u r e d name ). Note: If an [...]

74 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 5 - WEB Configuration For accessing the shared folder in the router using Mac OS X, follow these steps to read or write the shared les. Mac OS Step 1 Open the Finder window. Step 2 To bring up a server connection window, hit the [Apple] key an d the [K] key together. You will then be prompted to enter a ser[...]

75 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 5 - WEB Configuration Step 3 Next, you will be prompted for the username and password. You can keep the password eld blank to log in. Step 4 You will be prompted: “Select the volume you want to mount on DIR- 457” Select mydisk , and then click OK .[...]

76 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 5 - WEB Configuration To use the Universal Plug and Play (UPnP ™ feature check the Enable UPNP box. UPNP provides compatibility with networking equipment, software and peripherals. Check the Enable Multicast Streams b ox to allow multicast trafc to pass through the router from the Internet. Check the Wire[...]

77 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 5 - WEB Configuration Enter and conrm a new password for the administrator login name. The administrator can change the password but not the login name “admin”. Remote management allows the DIR-457 to be congured from the Internet by a web browser. A username and password is still required to access [...]

78 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 5 - WEB Configuration Use this option to save the current router conguration settings to a le on the hard disk of the computer you are using. First, click the Save button. You will then see a le dialog, where you can select a location and le name for the settings. Use this option to load previously[...]

79 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 5 - WEB Configuration Display s the current rmware versi on and date. You can also check the availability of a new rmware version online. If so, download the new rmware to your hard drive. After you have downloaded the new rmware, click the Browse button to locate the rmware update on your hard [...]

80 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 5 - WEB Configuration Log Settings Log T ype: Use the selection boxes to choose the types of messages that should be displayed from the log. 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 a[...]

81 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 5 - WEB Configuration D yn am ic Do ma in Na me Sy st em is a me th o d o f keepi ng a domai n name lin ked to a changin g IP Address. Check the box to enable DDNS. Choose your DDNS provider from the drop down menu. Ent er the Host Na me that yo u regis ter ed with your DDNS service provider. En ter the Us er [...]

82 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 5 - WEB Configuration Enter a name for your new schedule. Select a day, a range of days, or All Week to include every day. Check All Day - 24hrs or use the Start Time and End Time elds to specify the start and end time for your schedule. The list of schedules will be listed here. Click the Edit icon to make[...]

83 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 5 - WEB Configuration This page displays the current information about the DIR-457 and the rmware version. Device Information LAN: Internet: Wireless 802.11g: 3G: Displays the MAC address and the private (local) IP settings for the router. Displays the MAC address and the public IP settings for the router. [...]

84 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 5 - WEB Configuration Logs First Page: Last Page: Previous: Next: Clear: Link to Log Settings: Click this button to view the rst page of the log le. Click this button to view the last page of the log le. Click this button to view the previous page of the log le. Clic k th is butt on to v iew the ne[...]

85 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 5 - WEB Configuration Statistics Th e sc re en be low d is pl ay s th e Tr a f c St at is t ic s. H er e yo u ca n vi e w th e am ou nt o f pa ck et s th at pa ss t hr ou g h th e DI R- 45 7 on the Internet, LAN and Wireless connections. The trafc counter will reset if the device is rebooted.[...]

86 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 5 - WEB Configuration Support Cl ic k on t he l ink s in th e He lp m en u for a b ri ef d es cri pt io n of t he of t he c on g ur ati on m en us .[...]

87 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 5 - WEB Configuration From the Setup > Wireless Setup menu, click Manual Wireless Connection Setup button. Under the heading Wi-Fi Protected Setup , click the Enable option box and click on the Save Settings button to rst enable WPS. Add Wireless Device with WPS Wizard There are two options for establish[...]

88 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 5 - WEB Configuration Connect to the Wireless Network Using Windows 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 network. Mo[...]

89 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 5 - WEB Configuration Configuring WP A-PSK/WP A2-PSK It is recommended to enable wireless security (WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK) on DIR-457 router before conguring your wirel ess adapter. If you are joining an exi stin g network , you will need to know the secur ity key or pas sphr ase being used. 2. Highligh t the w[...]

90 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 5 - WEB Configuration 3. Enter the same security key or passphrase that is on your DIR-457 router and click Connect . It may take 20-30 seconds to connect to the wireless network. If the connection fails, please verify that the security settings are correct. The key or passphrase must be exactly the same as on[...]

91 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 5 - WEB Configuration Connect Using WCN 2.0 The DIR-457 router supports Wi-Fi protection, referred to as WCN 2.0 in Windows Vista ® . The following instructions for setting this up depends on whether you are using Windows Vista ® to congure the router or third party software. When you rst set up the ro[...]

92 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 5 - WEB Configuration Windows ® XP users may use the built-in wireless utility (Zero Conguration 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 user manual of your wireless adapter for help with connect[...]

93 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 5 - WEB Configuration Configuring WP A-PSK/WP A2-PSK It is recommended to enable wireless security (WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK) on DIR-457 router before conguring your wireless adapter. If you are joining an existing network, you will need to know the WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK passphrase being used. 2. Hig hlig ht th e wire [...]

94 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Section 5 - WEB Configuration 3. The Wireless Network Connection box will appear. Enter the WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK passphrase and click Connect . It may take 20-30 seconds to connect to the wireless network. If the connec tion fails, please verify that the WPA-PSK /WPA2 -PSK setti ngs are correct. The WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK passp[...]

95 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Appendix A - Wireless Basics T roubleshooting This chapter provides solutions to problems that can occur during the installation and operation of the DIR-457. Read the following descripti ons if you are having problems. (The examples below are illustrated in Windows ® XP. If you have a different operating system, the [...]

96 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Appendix A - Wireless Basics What is Wireless? Wireless or Wi-Fi technology is another way of connecting your computer to the network without using wires. Wi-Fi uses radio frequency to connect wirelessly, so you have the freedom to connect computers anywhere in your home or ofce network. Why D-Link Wireless ? D-Link[...]

97 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Appendix A - Wireless Basics Wireless Personal Area Network (WPAN) Bluetooth is the industry standard wireless technology used for WPAN. Bluetooth devices in WPAN operate in a range up to 30 feet away. Compared to WLAN the speed and wireless operation range are both less than WLAN, but in return it doesn’t use nearly[...]

98 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Appendix A - Wireless Basics Where is wireless used? Wireless technology is expanding everywhere not just at home or ofce. People like the freedom of mobility and it’s becom ing so po pula r that more and more public facilit ies now provid e wirel ess access to at trac t peopl e. The wireless connection in public [...]

99 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Appendix A - Wireless Basics Security Don’t let you next-door neighbors or intruders connect to your wireless network. Secure your wireless network by turning on the WPA or WEP security feature on the router. Refer to product manual for detail information on how to set it up.[...]

100 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Appendix B - Networking Basics Networking Basics Check your IP address After you install your 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 address, please follow the steps below. Click on Start > Run . In th[...]

101 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Appendix B - Networking Basics Statically Assign an IP address If you are not using a DHCP capable gateway/router, or you need to assign a static IP address, please follow the steps below: Step 1 Windows Vista ® - Clic k on Start > Co ntro l Panel > Network and Intern et > Network and Sharin g Cente r > M[...]

102 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Appendix C - T echnical Specifications T echnical Specifications Standards • IEEE 802.11b/g • IEEE 802.3 • IEEE 802.3u Security • WEP (64/128 bit) • WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK • WPS (PIN/PBC) Wireless Signal Rates* • 54Mbps • 48Mbps • 36Mbps • 24Mbps • 18Mbps • 12Mbps • 11Mbps • 9Mbps • 6Mbps •[...]

103 D-Link DIR-457 User Manual Appendix D - EMI Warnings CE Mark Warning: This is a Class B product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures. IMPORTANT NOTE: This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator &[...]