D-Link DGL-4300 manual

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Table of Contents 2 D-Link Systems, Inc. Contents Package Contents ............................................................................... 6 Minimum System Requirements .............................................................. 6 Introduction ...................................................................................... 7 Featur[...]

Table of Contents 3 D-Link Systems, Inc. Static DHCP Client List ............................................................................25 Wireless ........................................................................................................ 26 Basic Wireless Settings .................................................................[...]

Table of Contents 4 D-Link Systems, Inc. Mac Address Filters ......................................................................................39 Filter Settings .......................................................................................... 39 Add MAC Address ..........................................................................[...]

Table of Contents 5 D-Link Systems, Inc. Firmware Upgrade Notification Options ................................................... 49 Dynamic DNS ............................................................................................... 50 Status .................................................................................................[...]

Package Contents 6 D-Link Systems, Inc. Package Contents  D-Link ® DGL-4300 GamerLounge ™ Gaming Router  Detachable Antenna  Cat5 Ethernet Cable  Power Adapter (5.0V, 2.5A)  CD-ROM with Manual  Quick Installation Guide  Vertical Stands  Rubber Feet Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage than the one included [...]

Introduction 7 D-Link Systems, Inc. Introduction The D-Link GamerLounge ™ DGL-4300 High-Speed Wireless Gaming Router is an 802.11g high- per forma nce, wir eless rou ter that supp orts hig h-sp eed wire less net work ing and is des igned to pro vide maximum gaming performance. With top-notch maximum wireless signal rates of up to 108Mbps 1 and Gi[...]

Features and Benefits 8 D-Link Systems, Inc. Features and Benefits  Loaded with game-centric features boasting maximum flexibility for configuration and performance  Designed for the Gamers Network  GameFuel Priority powered platform delivers fully-loaded features boosting network efficiency and performance  Enhanced wireless technol[...]

Hardware Overview 9 D-Link Systems, Inc. Hardware Over view Connections All Ethernet Ports (WAN and LAN) are auto MDI/MDIX, meaning you can use either a straight-through or a crossover Ethernet cable. Auto MDI/MDIX LAN ports automatically sense the cable type when connecting to Ethernet-enabled computers. The Auto MDI/MDIX WAN p o r t i s t h e c o[...]

Hardware Overview 10 D-Link Systems, Inc. WAN LED A solid light indicates connection on the WAN port. This LED blinks during data transmission POWER LED A solid light indicates a proper connection to the power supply LOCAL NETWORK LEDs A solid light indicates a connection to an Ethernet-enabled computer on ports 1-4. This LED blinks during data LED[...]

Wireless Basics 11 D-Link Systems, Inc. Wireless Basics D-Link wireless products are based on industry standards to provide easy-to-use and compatible high-spee d wireless connectivity within your home, business, or on public access wireless networks. D-Link wireless products will allow you access to the data you want, when and where you want it. Y[...]

Wireless Basics 12 D-Link Systems, Inc. Standards-based T echnology The DGL-4300 Wireless Broadband Router utilizes the new 802.11g standard. The IEEE 802.11g standard is an extension of the 802.11b standard. It increases the data rate up to 54Mbps within the 2.4GHz band, utilizing OFDM technology . This means that in most environments, within the [...]

Using the Configuration Interface 13 D-Link Systems, Inc. Using the Configuration Interface The Configuration Interface can be accessed from your Web browser. Open up your Web browser and type http://192.168.0.1 in the address field and press Enter . The Configuration Interface login screen will appear. By default, there is no password. Click [...]

Using the Configuration Interface 14 D-Link Systems, Inc. Internet Connection Setup Wizard The Internet Connection Setup Wizard will assist you with connecting your D-Link ® Gaming Router TM to the Internet. The step by step guide will prompt you for the necessary information to get you connected. The Internet Connection Setup Wizard guides you t[...]

Using the Configuration Interface 15 D-Link Systems, Inc. Depend ing upon your Internet Servic e Provide r or the type of connect ion you select ed in the previous step, one of five screens will appear. If you are unsure of any of the information, please contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP) for details.  DHCP Connection (Dynamic IP Add[...]

Using the Configuration Interface 16 D-Link Systems, Inc. Wireless Security Setup Wizard The Wireless Securit y Setup Wizard will assist you with setting up your wireless network. The step by step guide will ask you for the necessary information to secure your wireless network. The Wireless Security Setup Wizard guides you through the following st[...]

Using the Configuration Interface 17 D-Link Systems, Inc. Depending upon your selection in Step 3, you will see one of the following screens.  Step 4: Set Your Wireless Security Password prompts you to enter a wireless security password between 2 and 20 characters in length.  If you selected Best security in step 3, this screen will appear p[...]

Using the Configuration Interface 18 D-Link Systems, Inc. W AN The WAN section is where your Internet Connection mode is selected. Your Internet Service Provider (ISP) determines the type of connection that you use. Modes There are five connection modes to choose from as shown below. If you are unsure of your connection settings, contact your Int[...]

Using the Configuration Interface 19 D-Link Systems, Inc. All five modes have some common configuration options. The Primary and Secondary DNS Server settings are required for Static configurations and optional for DHCP and PPPoE configurati ons. The Advanced options on the following page can be modified for any of the five connection modes.[...]

Using the Configuration Interface 20 D-Link Systems, Inc. Static W AN Mode Used when your ISP provides you a set IP address that does not change. The IP information is manually entered in your IP configuration settings. Input the IP Address provided from your router configuration settings, ISP or network administrator. Input the Subnet mask prov[...]

Using the Configuration Interface 21 D-Link Systems, Inc. PPPoE W AN Mode A method of connection that requires you to enter a Username and Password (provided by your Internet Service Provider) to gain access to the Internet. The username that you use to login to your Internet connection. Enter the password associated with your username. Retype the[...]

Using the Configuration Interface 22 D-Link Systems, Inc. PPTP W AN Mode A method of connection that requires you to enter your PPTP IP Address, PPTP Subnet Mask, PPTP Gateway IP Address, PPTP Server IP Address , Username and Password (provided by your Internet Service Provider) to gain access to the Internet. Enter the IP Address provided by your[...]

Using the Configuration Interface 23 D-Link Systems, Inc. L2TP W AN Mode A method of connection that requires you to enter your L2TP IP Address, L2TP Subnet Mask, L2TP Gateway IP Address, L2TP Server IP Address, Username and Password (provided by your Internet Service Provider) to gain access to the Internet. Enter the IP Address provided by your [...]

Using the Configuration Interface 24 D-Link Systems, Inc. DHCP The DHCP section is where you configure the built-in DHCP Server to assign IP addresses to the computers and other devices on your local area network. DHCP Settings Once your D-Link Router is properly configured and this option is enabled, the DHCP Server function will assign your ne[...]

Using the Configuration Interface 25 D-Link Systems, Inc. Add Static DHCP Client Static DHCP Clients receive the same IP address all the time. This is almost the same as if a device has a static IP address except that it must still actually request an IP address from the D-Link Router. The D-Link Router will provide the device the same IP address [...]

Using the Configuration Interface 26 D-Link Systems, Inc. Wireless The wireless section is used to configure the wireless settings for your D-Link Router. Please note that changes made on this section may also need to be duplicated on your Wireless Client. Basic Wireless Settings This option turns off and on the wireless connection feature of the[...]

Using the Configuration Interface 27 D-Link Systems, Inc. Wireless Security Mode To protect your privacy, use the wireless security mode to configure the wireless security features. This device supports three wireless security modes including: WEP, WPA-Personal, and WPA- Enter prise. WEP is the original wirele ss encry ption standa rd. WPA provid[...]

Using the Configuration Interface 28 D-Link Systems, Inc. WP A-Personal This option uses Wi-Fi Protected Access with a Pre-Shared Key (PSK). The key is entered as a pass-phrase of up to 63 characters in ASCII format at both ends of the wireless connection. The pass-phrase cannot be shorter than 8 characters. The pass-phrase is used to generate ses[...]

Using the Configuration Interface 29 D-Link Systems, Inc. Advanced The Advanced options allow you to configure a variety of advanced features including ports, application priority, Internet access, filters, and advanced wireless settings. Virtual Ser ver The Virtual Server option gives Internet users access to services on your LAN. This feature [...]

Using the Configuration Interface 30 D-Link Systems, Inc. Add/Edit Virtual Ser ver Name of the virtual server, such as Web Server. The IP address of the system on your internal network that will provide the virtual service, such as 192.168.0.50. Select the protocol used by the service. The port that will be used on your internal network. The port [...]

Using the Configuration Interface 31 D-Link Systems, Inc. Special Applications The Special Application section is used to open single or multiple ports on your router when the router senses data sent to the Internet on a ‘trigger’ port or port range. Special Applications rules apply to all computers on your internal network. Application Level [...]

Using the Configuration Interface 32 D-Link Systems, Inc. Add/Edit Special Applications Rule The Special Application section is used to open single or multiple ports on your router when the router senses data sent to the Internet on a “trigger” port or port range. Special Applications rules apply to all computers on your internal network. Ente[...]

Using the Configuration Interface 33 D-Link Systems, Inc. Gaming The Gaming section is used to open multiple ports or a range of ports in your router and redirect data through those ports to a single PC on your network. This feature allows you to enter ports in various formats: Add/Edit Game Rule Give the Gaming Rule a name that is meaningful to y[...]

Using the Configuration Interface 34 D-Link Systems, Inc. GameFuel ™ Th e Ga meF ue l ™ op tio n h elp s im pro ve you r ne two rk gami ng per for man ce by p rio rit iz ing app lic ati on s. B y default the GameFuel settings are disabled and application priority is not classified automatically. GameFuel ™ Setup This option is disabled by d[...]

Using the Configuration Interface 35 D-Link Systems, Inc. Add/Edit GameFuel ™ Rule Automa tic classifi cation should be adequate for most applica tions. GameFuel rules identif y a specific message flow and assign priority to that flow. Create a name for the rule that is meaningful to you. The priority of the message flow is entered here. O [...]

Using the Configuration Interface 36 D-Link Systems, Inc. Routing Add/Edit Route Adds a new route to the IP routing table or edits an existing route. Specifies whether the entry will be enabled or disabled. The IP address or network that the packets will be attempting to access Note: 192.168.1.0 with a Netmask of 255.255.255.0 means traffic will[...]

Using the Configuration Interface 37 D-Link Systems, Inc. Access Control The Access Control section allows you to control access in and out of your network. Use this feature as Parental Controls to only grant access to approved sites, limit web access based on time or dates, and/or block access from applications like P2P utilities or games. Enable[...]

Using the Configuration Interface 38 D-Link Systems, Inc. Access Control Rules List This section shows the current Access Control rules. Any device that does not have a rule, cannot access the Internet. Entries can be modified by clicking on the paper and pencil icon. To delete an entry, click on the trash can icon. After you’ve completed all m[...]

Using the Configuration Interface 39 D-Link Systems, Inc. Mac Address Filters The MAC (Media Access Controller) Address filter section 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 a networking device. This feature can be configured to ALLOW or DENY[...]

Using the Configuration Interface 40 D-Link Systems, Inc. Firewall A firewall protects your network from the outside world. The D-Link Gaming Router offers a firewall type func tionali ty. The SPI feature helps preven t cyber attack s. Somet imes you may want a computer exposed to the outside world for certain types of applications. If you choos[...]

Using the Configuration Interface 41 D-Link Systems, Inc. Inbound Filters The Inbound Filters 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 IP Address, Protocol, and/or Port. The Inbound Filter option is best suited for cust[...]

Using the Configuration Interface 42 D-Link Systems, Inc. Configuring an Inbound Filter Rule When the Rule List is empty or none of the rules are enabled, all inbound data that corresponds to a connection that originated from inside the router or which corresponds to a Virtual Server, Gaming, or Special Application Rule is ALLOWED by default. Whe[...]

Using the Configuration Interface 43 D-Link Systems, Inc. Advanced Wireless Advanced Wireless Settings This setting should remain at its default setting of 3200. If you experience a high packet error rate, you may slightly adjust your “Fragmentation” value somewhe re in the between the recommended range of 256 to 3200. Setting the Fragmentatio[...]

Using the Configuration Interface 44 D-Link Systems, Inc. T ools Admin The Admin option is used to set a password for access to the Web-based management. By default there is no password configured. It is highly recommended that you create a password to keep your new router secure. Password Enter a password the will grant access to the Web-based m[...]

Using the Configuration Interface 45 D-Link Systems, Inc. T ime The Time Configuration option 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 configured to automatically adjust the time wh[...]

Using the Configuration Interface 46 D-Link Systems, Inc. Schedules Schedul es can be created for use with enforcing rules. For example, if you want to restrict web access to Mon-Fri from 3pm to 8pm. You could create a schedule selecting Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, and Fri and enter a Start Time of 3pm and End Time of 8pm. Add/Edit Schedule Rule Name the [...]

Using the Configuration Interface 47 D-Link Systems, Inc. Syslog This section allows you to archive your log files to a Syslog Server. Enable this option to output the router logs to a Syslog Server on your network. Enter the IP address of the Syslog Server. Email The Email feature can be used to send the system log files, router alert messages,[...]

Using the Configuration Interface 48 D-Link Systems, Inc. System The System Settings section allows you to reboot the device or restore the router to the factory default settings. Restoring the unit to the factory default settings will erase all settings including any rules that you’ve created. System Commands This will restart the router. Usefu[...]

Using the Configuration Interface 49 D-Link Systems, Inc. Firmware The Firmware Upgrade section can be used to update your router to the latest firmware code to improve functionality and performance. To check for the latest firmware, click the Check Online Now button. If you would like to be notified when new firmware is released, place a chec[...]

Using the Configuration Interface 50 D-Link Systems, Inc. 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 addres s. Most broadb and Internet Servic e Provide rs assign dynamic (chan ging) IP addres ses[...]

Using the Configuration Interface 51 D-Link Systems, Inc. Status The Status items are mainly informational. Device Info The Device Info page displays your Router settings. Options cannot be modified from this page. General Displays the time and date that the router is set to. Displays the currently loaded firmware version. W AN The Internet conn[...]

Using the Configuration Interface 52 D-Link Systems, Inc. Wireless LAN Indicates whether wireless networking is on or off. The MAC address displayed for your wireless network. The Network Name, also referred to as SSID, of your wireless network. The channel being used by the router for broadcasting on the wireless network. Indicates whether Turbo [...]

Using the Configuration Interface 53 D-Link Systems, Inc. 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 Logs option allows you to view the router logs. You ca[...]

Using the Configuration Interface 54 D-Link Systems, Inc. Sent: Received: TX Packets Dropped: RX Packets Dropped: Collisions: Errors: Sent: Received: TX Packets Dropped: RX Packets Dropped: Collisions: Errors: Sent: Received: TX Packets Dropped: Errors: LAN Statistics The number of packets transmitted to the local area network. The number of packe[...]

Using the Configuration Interface 55 D-Link Systems, Inc. Appendix Securing Y our Network 1. Change Admin Password Changing the password to access your new router is the first step in securing your network. This can done through the Wizard or on the Admin Page of the Tools tab. There is no password by default and hackers will know this when tryin[...]

Using the Configuration Interface 56 D-Link Systems, Inc. 4. Changing the Wireless Network Name (SSID - used for wireless devices only) It is always a good idea to change the wireless network name (SSID) from the default value. Leaving it in the default state is usually a good indication to intruders that all settings (including security) are prob[...]

Appendix 57 D-Link Systems, Inc. Glossar y A Access Control List - ACL. Database of network devices that are allowed to access resources on the network. Access Point - AP. Device that allows wireless clients to connect to it and access the network Ad-hoc network - Peer-to-Peer network between wireless clients Address Resolution Protocol - ARP. Used[...]

Appendix 58 D-Link Systems, Inc. B Backward Compatible - The ability for new devices to communicate and interact with older legacy devices to guarantee interoperability Bandwidth - The maximum amount of bytes or bits per second that can be transmitted to and from a network device Basic Input/Output System – BIOS. A program that the processor of a[...]

Appendix 59 D-Link Systems, Inc. D Data – Information that has been translated into binary do that it can be processed or moved to another device Data Encryption Standard – Uses a randomly selected 56-bit key that must be known by both the sender and the receiver when information is exchanged Data-Link layer – The second layer of the OSI mode[...]

Appendix 60 D-Link Systems, Inc. Dynamic IP address – IP address that is assigned by a DHCP server and that may change. Cable Internet providers usually use this method to assign IP addresses to their customers. E EAP – Extensible Authentication Protocol Email – Electronic Mail is a computer-stored message that is transmitted over the Interne[...]

Appendix 61 D-Link Systems, Inc. Half-duplex – Data cannot be transmitted and received at the same time Hashing – Transforming a string of characters into a shorter string with a predefined length Hexadecimal – Characters 0-9 and A-F HomePNA – Networking over telephone lines HomeRF – Networking standard that combines 802.11b and DECT (Di[...]

Appendix 62 D-Link Systems, Inc. Intrusion Detection – A type of security that scans a network to detect attacks coming from inside and outside of the network IP – Internet Protocol IP address – A 32-bit number, when talking about Internet Protocol Version 4, that identifies each computer that transmits data on the Internet or on an Intranet[...]

Appendix 63 D-Link Systems, Inc. Megabyte - MB Megabits per second - Mbps MIB – Management Information Base is a set of objects that can be managed by using SNMP Modem – A device that Modulates digital signals from a computer to an analog signal in order to transmit the signal over phone lines. It also Demodulates the analog signals coming from[...]

Appendix 64 D-Link Systems, Inc. P Password - A sequence of characters that is used to authenticate requests to resources on a network Personal Area Network – The interconnection of networking devices within a range of 10 meters Physical layer – The first layer of the OSI model. Provides the hardware means of transmitting electrical signals on[...]

Appendix 65 D-Link Systems, Inc. S Samba – A freeware program that allows for resources to be shared on a network. Mainly used in Unix based Operating Systems Server – A computer on a network that provides services and resources to other computers on the network Session key – An encryption and decryption key that is generated for every commun[...]

Appendix 66 D-Link Systems, Inc. Unicast – Communication between a single sender and receiver Universal Plug and Play – A standard that allows network devices to discover each other and configure themselves to be a part of the network UPnP – Universal Plug and Play URL – Uniform Resource Locator is a unique address for files accessible on[...]

Appendix 67 D-Link Systems, Inc. T echnical Specifications Hardware Interface • 4 x 10/100/1000 Auto-Sensing Gigabit Ethernet LAN Ports • 1 x 10/100 Auto-Sensing Fast Ethernet WAN Port • D-Link 108G Wireless Technology Software Features • GameFuel™ Priority – Technology • Up to 256 Firewall Port Configurations • Access Control Pol[...]

Appendix 68 D-Link Systems, Inc. • 1 - 5dBi detachable antenna Standards • IEEE 802.11g • IEEE 802.11b • IEEE 802.3 • IEEE 802.3u LEDs • Power • WAN • WLAN (Wireless Connection) • LAN Wireless Signal Rates 1 with Automatic Fallback • D-Link 108G: 108Mbps • 54Mbps · 48Mbps • 36Mbps · 24Mbps • 18Mbps · 12Mbps • 11Mbps ?[...]

Appendix 69 D-Link Systems, Inc. Contacting T echnical Support You can find software updates and user documentation on the D-Link website. D-Link provides free technical support for customers within the United States and within Canada for the duration of the warranty period on this product. U.S. and Canadian customers can contact D-Link technical [...]

Appendix 70 D-Link Systems, Inc. W arranty Subject to the terms and conditions set forth herein, D-Link Systems, Inc. (“D-Link”) provides this Limited warranty for its product only to the person or entity that originally purchased the product from:  D-Link or its authorized reseller or distributor and  Products purchased and delivered wit[...]

Appendix 71 D-Link Systems, Inc. does not cover any refurbished product and any product purchased through the inventory clearance or liquidation sale or other sales in which D-Link, the sellers, or the liquidators expressly disclaim their warranty obligation pertaining to the product and in that case, the product is being sold “As-Is” without a[...]

Appendix 72 D-Link Systems, Inc. Disc laim er of Other W arrant ies: EXCEPT FOR THE LIMITED WARRAN TY SPECIFIED HEREIN , THE PRODUC T IS PROVIDE D “AS-I S” WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY OF ANY KIND WHATSOEVER INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND NON-INFRINGEMENT. IF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY CAN[...]

Appendix 73 D-Link Systems, Inc. For detailed warranty outside the United States, please contact corresponding local D-Link office. FCC Caution: The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modifications to this equipment; such modifications could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment[...]

Appendix 74 D-Link Systems, Inc. Registration Product registration is entirely voluntary and failure to complete or return this form will not diminish your warranty rights.[...]