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D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual

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  • Page 1 Table of Content D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS................. 84 WIRELESS SCHEDULE ................42 LOGOUT ....................43 CONTACTING TECHNICAL SUPPORT ............85 ADVANCED....................44 PORT FORWARDING................44 APPLICATION RULES................45 QoS SETUP ....................46 OUTBOUND FILTER.................. 48 INBOUND FILTER..................49 WIRELESS FILTER..................50 D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...

  • Page 3: Product Overview

    • One straight-through Ethernet cable • One Quick Installation Guide Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with the DSL-2740B will cause damage and void the warranty for this product. System Requirements • ADSL Internet service •...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    ULTIMATE INTERNET CONNECTION The DSL-2740B RangeBooster N ADSL2+ router is a versatile, high-performance remote router for home and the small office. With integrated ADSL2/2+ supporting up to 24Mbps download speed, firewall protection, Quality of Service (QoS), draft 802.11n wireless LAN and 4 Ethernet switch ports, this router provides all the functions that a home or small office needs to establish a secure and high-speed remote link to the outside world.

  • Page 5: Features

    • Compatible with 802.11b and 802.11g Devices - The DSL-2740B is still fully compatible with the IEEE 802.11b and g standards, so it can connect with existing 802.11b and g PCI, USB and Cardbus adapters.

  • Page 6: Hardware Overview

    Push in to power-on the Router. Use the Ethernet ports to connect Use the adapter shipped with the Push again to power-off the the Router to your Ethernet LAN Router to connect to power Router or Ethernet devices source D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...

  • Page 7: Leds

    A solid green light indicates a valid link on startup. These Steady green light indicates a successful Internet connection. lights blink when there is activity currently passing Steady red light indicates failed Internet connection. Dark if no through the Ethernet port. WAN protocol is configured. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...

  • Page 8: Installation

    Before you Begin Please read and make sure you understand all the prerequisites for proper installation of your new Router. Have all the necessary information and equipment on hand before beginning the installation. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...

  • Page 9: Installation Notes

    Operating Systems The DSL-2740B uses an HTML-based web interface for setup and management. The web configuration manager may be accessed using any operating system capable of running web browser software, including Windows 98 SE, Windows ME, Windows 2000, and Windows XP/Vista.
  • Page 10 DSL-2740B through the wireless interface. Security for wireless communication can be accomplished in a number of ways. The DSL-2740B supports WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access), WPA2, and mixed WPA/WPA2. Wireless access can also be controlled by selecting MAC addresses that are allowed to associate with the device. Please read the section on Wireless Configuration.

  • Page 11: Information You Will Need From Your Adsl Service Provider

    Modulation Type drop-down menu on the ADSL Configuration window (Advanced > ADSL) Security Protocol This is the method your ADSL service provider will use to verify your Username and Password when you log on to their network. Your Router supports the PAP and CHAP protocols. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...
  • Page 12 ADSL service provider’s network and your computer. If you are setting up the Router for multiple virtual connections, you will need to configure the VPI and VCI as instructed by your ADSL service provider for the additional connections. This setting can be changed in the WAN Settings window of the web management interface. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...

  • Page 13: Information You Will Need About Dsl-2740B

    IP address used for DHCP service on the LAN when DHCP is enabled. LAN Subnet Mask for the DSL-2740B This is the subnet mask used by the DSL-2740B, and will be used throughout your LAN. The default subnet mask is 255.255.255.0. This can be changed later.

  • Page 14: Information You Will Need About Your Lan Or Computer

    Ethernet NIC If your computer has an Ethernet NIC, you can connect the DSL-2740B to this Ethernet port using an Ethernet cable. You can also use the Ethernet ports on the DSL-2740B to connect to other computer or Ethernet devices.

  • Page 15: Wireless Installation Considerations

    1. Keep the number of walls and ceilings between the D-Link router and other network devices to a minimum - each wall or ceiling can reduce your adapter’s range from 3-90 feet (1-30 meters.) Position your devices so that the number of walls or ceilings is minimized.

  • Page 16: Device Installation

    Device Installation The DSL-2740B Wireless ADSL Router maintains three separate interfaces, an Ethernet LAN, a wireless LAN and an ADSL Internet (WAN) connection. Carefully consider the Router’s location suitable for connectivity for your Ethernet and wireless devices. You must have a functioning broadband connection via a bridge device such as a Cable or ADSL modem in order to use the Router’s WAN function.

  • Page 17: Factory Reset Button

    (MDI-II) port on a hub or switch. The rules governing Ethernet cable lengths apply to the LAN to Router connection. Be sure that the cable connecting the LAN to the Router does not exceed 100 meters. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...
  • Page 18 MDI-X ports (1x, 2x, etc.) with a crossed cable. Computer to Router Connection You can connect the Router directly to a 10/100BASE-TX Ethernet adapter card (NIC) installed on a PC using the Ethernet cable provided as shown in this diagram. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...

  • Page 19: Configuration

    Section 3 – Configuration Configuration This section will show you how to configure your new D-Link wireless router using the web-based configuration utility. Web-based Configuration Utility Connect to the Router To configure the WAN connection used by the Router it is first necessary to communicate with the Router through its management interface, which is HTML-based and can be accessed using a web browser.

  • Page 20: Setup

    Router including how to change IP settings and DHCP server setup. WIZARD ADSL SETUP Click on the Setup Wizard button to launch the Setup Wizard. WELCOME TO D-LINK SETUP WIZARD There are three steps to configuring your router. Click on the Next to continue. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...
  • Page 21 Section 3 – Configuration STEP 1: CHANGE YOUR DSL-2740B PASSWORD The default password is "admin", in order to secure your network, please modify the password. Note: Confirm Password must be same as "New Password". Of course, you can click on the Skip to ignore the step.
  • Page 22 Click on the Next button to go to the next Setup Wizard window. Using the Setup Wizard - For PPPoE/PPPoA connection Type in the Username and Password. Click on the Next button to go to the next Setup Wizard window. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...
  • Page 23 Please input the correct IP address, Subnet Mask, Default Gateway and DNS information. Note: Should you select to leave default Gateway and DNS information blank, they should be automatically generated. Click on the Next button to go to the next Setup Wizard window. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...
  • Page 24 If your Internet connection does not work after the wizard configuration, you can try the Setup Wizard again with alternative settings or use Manual Setup instead provided you have your Internet connection details as provided to you by your ISP. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...

  • Page 25: Adsl Setup

    Please refer to page 26 ATM Interface - ADSL SETUP for the next step. Click Setup button in the ETHERNET WAN INTERFACE section if you want to use ETH to configure your wan interface. Please refer to page 28 ETH Interface – ETH WAN Setup for the next step. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...
  • Page 26 WIZARD. Click on the Apply button to apply and save your settings. Click on the Connect button to connect the router to the Internet with the WAN interface. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...
  • Page 27 2. Click on the Disconnect button to disconnect the router to the Internet and the icon will be dark. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...
  • Page 28 This screen allows you to configure an ETH port to be WAN port. Select the port from drop down menu and configure the below messages with the required information as the same as in WIZARD. Click on the Apply button to apply and save your settings. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...

  • Page 29: Wireless

    Section 3 – Configuration WIRELESS Use this section to configure the wireless settings for your D-Link router. Please note that changes made in this section will also need to be duplicated onto your wireless clients and PC. To access the WIRELESS (WLAN) settings window, click on the Wireless Setup button in the SETUP directory.
  • Page 30 Enable Use WPA encryption instead of WEP will help provide a more secure wireless network. WPA is stronger than WEP and all D-Link wireless client adapters support WPA. Click Prev to go back to previous page.
  • Page 31 This screen shows the information for the SSID, Wireless Security Mode and the Network key. Click Prev to go back to previous page. Click Save button to save the current setting. Click Cancel button to return to the main menu of Wireless Setup page. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...
  • Page 32 Network key and allow you to modify the current setting, if you select Auto in the previous page, you won’t see this page and please refer to next column. Click OK button to proceed the next page. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...
  • Page 33 Add Wireless Device with WPS (Push Button) This page will count down the timer and please start WPS in time by pressing down the Push button on your wireless device you are adding. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...
  • Page 34 Channel Width, Maximum rate for 20 MHz is 130 Mbps. Maximum rate for 40 MHz is 270 Mbps. Transmission Rate, suggest keeping the Best (automatic) selection. Click on the Hide Wireless Network check box to allow the router to stop broadcasting its SSID. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...
  • Page 35 Specify the encryption key from the Default WEP Key drop-down menu. Select Authentication type from the drop-down menu. (Shared is better than Open) Click on the Apply Settings button to apply settings. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...
  • Page 36 Section 3 – Configuration WIRELESS SECURITY MODE – Personal WPA-PSK WPA-PSK configuration is similar to WEP. The key length is between 8 to 63 ASCII codes. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...
  • Page 37 802.1X security measures to overcome some weaknesses in standard WEP applications. A RADIUS server is used to authenticate all potential users. . Enter your RADIUS server data: IP Address, Port, and Shared Secret. Click on the Apply Settings button to apply settings. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...

  • Page 38: Lan Setup

    IP address of the Router the range of IP addresses in the pool used for DHCP on the LAN will also be changed. The IP address pool can be up to 253 IP addresses. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...
  • Page 39 After saved the DHCP reservation, the DHCP RESERVATIONS LIST will list the configuration. The NUMBER OF DYNAMIC DHCP CLIENTS shows how many DHCP clients (PC or Laptop) connected to the router currently. Click on the Save Settings button to apply your settings. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...

  • Page 40: Time

    You can either manually set the time for your router here, or you can click the "Copy Your Computer's Time Settings" button to copy the time from the computer you are using. Click on the Apply button to apply your settings. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...

  • Page 41: Parental Control

    Unblock Website button. The checked items will be deleted from the table. INTERNET ACCESS TIME RESTRICTIONS Select days and time frame to allow/deny this rule. Click on the Save Settings button to apply settings. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...

  • Page 42: Wireless Schedule

    To access the WIRELESS SCHEDULE setting window, click on the Wireless Schedule button in the SETUP directory WIRELESS SCHEDULING Click on the Edit button to select the day and specify the time for your wireless network schedule. Click Save button to save and apply your settings. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...

  • Page 43: Logout

    The LOGOUT page enables you to logout of your router and closes the browser. To access the LOGOUT setting window, click on the Logout button in the SETUP directory LOGOUT Click on the Logout button to logout of the router configuration settings and close the browser. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...

  • Page 44: Advanced

    (WAN-to-LAN traffic). The Port Forwarding function allows remote users to access services on your LAN such as FTP for file transfers or SMTP and POP3 for e-mail. The DSL-2740B will accept remote requests for these services at your Global IP Address, using the specified TCP or UDP protocol and port number, and then redirect these requests to the server on your LAN with the LAN IP address you specify.

  • Page 45: Application Rules

    Name input text box to define your own rules. Enter your Trigger and Firewall port(s), and select the Traffic Type. Click on the Add/Apply button to apply settings. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...

  • Page 46: Qos Setup

    VoIP where it may help prevent dropped calls. Large amounts of non-critical data can be scaled so as not to affect these prioritized sensitive real-time programs. D-Link has pre-setup some often used rules for the QoS. VoIP and H.323 are often used for Internet calls.
  • Page 47 Protocol, Source/Destination IP Range, and Source/Destination Port Range. Click on the Add/Apply button to add and apply this rule. ACTIVE WIRELESS QoS RULES Check the Remove items and click on the Remove Selected button to delete settings. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...

  • Page 48: Outbound Filter

    ADD OUTBOUND IP FILTER Enter the Filter name and at least one of the following criteria: Protocol, Source/Destination IP Address and Subnet Mask, and Source/Destination Port. Click on the Add/Apply button to add and apply settings. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...

  • Page 49: Inbound Filter

    Enter the Filter name and at least one of the following criteria: Protocol, Source/Destination IP Address and Subnet Mask, and Source/Destination Port. Click on the Add/Apply button to add and apply settings. Note: This section only applies when the Firewall is enabled. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...

  • Page 50: Wireless Filter

    All to filter out all wireless MAC address in the Wireless MAC Filter lists. Enter the Filter name and the Wireless MAC Address. Click on the Add/Apply button to add in the wireless MAC filter list. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...

  • Page 51: Dns Setup

    LAN, this ensures that the host can be located from the Internet if the public IP address changes. DDNS requires that an account be setup with one of the supported DDNS service providers (DyndDNS.org or TZO). To access the DNS SETUP setting window, click on the DNS Setup button in the ADVANCED directory. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...
  • Page 52 Available servers include DynDns.org and Dlinkddns.com. Host Name: Enter the Host Name that you registered with your DDNS service provider. Username: Enter the Username for your DDNS account. Password: Enter the Password for your DDNS account. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...

  • Page 53: Firewall & Dmz

    Port scan protection is designed to block attempts to discover vulnerable ports or services that might be exploited in an attack from the WAN. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...
  • Page 54 Check the Enable DMZ check box and type the IP Address of the server or device on your LAN in the DMZ IP Address box. APPLICATION LEVEL GATEWAY (ALG) CONFIGURATION Check the relevant ALG options as required. Click on the Apply Settings button to apply settings. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...

  • Page 55: Advanced Internet

    The ADVANCED INTERNET settings allow you to choose which ADSL modulation settings your modem router will support. D-Link does not recommend changing these settings unless directed to do so by your ISP. To access the ADVANCED INTERNET setting window, click on the Advanced Internet button in the ADVANCED directory.

  • Page 56: Advanced Wireless

    ADVANCED WIRELESS These options are for users that wish to change the behavior of their 802.11g wireless radio from the standard setting. D-Link does not recommend changing these settings from the factory default. Incorrect settings may impair the performance of your wireless radio. The default settings should provide the best wireless radio performance in most environments.
  • Page 57 When the router has buffered broadcast or multicast for associated clients, it sends the next DTIM with a DTIM Interval value. Its clients hear the beacons and awaken to receive the broadcast and multicast D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...
  • Page 58 To enable Guest Network allows you to access this Network: wireless network without any encryption for normal guest. Guest SSID When you are browsing for available wireless networks, SSID is the name that will appear in the list. Guess SSID is a multi-SSID feature. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...

  • Page 59: Advanced Lan

    Section 3 – Configuration ADVANCED LAN The ADVANCED LAN options are for users that wish to change the LAN settings. D-Link does not recommend changing these settings from factory default. Changing these settings may affect the behavior of your network.

  • Page 60: Snmp Setup

    SNMP. To access the SNMP SETUP setting window, click on the SNMP SETUP button under the ADVANCED tab. SNMP SETUP SETTINGS Click the check box to Enable SNMP Agent. Enter all data provided by your ISP. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...

  • Page 61: Remote Management

    Select the management services which you want to enable/disable on your LAN/WAN interface. Click on the Apply Settings button to apply settings. Notice: If you disable HTTP service, you’ll not be able to access the router’s configuration window permanently. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...

  • Page 62: Routing Setup

    ‘Enable’ checkbox for the interface. Click the 'Save/Apply' button to save the configuration and to start or stop RIP. NOTE: RIP cannot be configured on the WAN interface which has NAT enabled (such as PPPoE). D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...

  • Page 63: Wi-Fi Protected Setup

    User can use a new PIN code by clicking Generate New PIN button. Click Add Wireless Device with WPS button will bring you to the WPS wizard. Please refer to page 33. Click the Apply button to save and apply your settings. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...

  • Page 64: Maintenance

    PASSWORD The factory default password of this router is 'admin'. To help secure your network, D-Link recommends that you should choose a new password. Please make sure to choose a password you can remember or write it down and keep in a safe and separate location for future reference. If you forget your device password, the only solution is to reset your router to factory default settings and you will loose all your device configuration settings.

  • Page 65: Captcha Setting

    To access the CAPTCHA SETTING setting window, click on the CAPTCHA Setting button under the MAINTENANCE tab. CAPTCHA SETTING Click Enable CAPTCHA check box to enable this feature. Click Apply Settings button to apply your setting. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...

  • Page 66: Save/Restore Settings

    To reset the Router to its factory default settings, click on the Restore Device button. You will be prompted to confirm your decision to reset the Router. The Router will reboot with the factory default settings including IP settings (192.168.1.1) Administrator password (admin). D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...

  • Page 67: Firmware Update

    Upload button to begin copying the file. The Router will load the file and restart automatically. Notice Performing a Firmware Upgrade can sometimes change the configuration settings. Be sure to back-up the Router’s configuration settings before upgrading the firmware. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...

  • Page 68: Diagnostics

    IP addresses. The diagnostics feature executes a series of test on your system software and hardware connections. Use this window when working with your ISP to troubleshoot problems. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...

  • Page 69: System Log

    Local: Display on local host only. Remote: Send log file to remote system log server only Server IP IP address of the remote Address: system log server Server UDP UDP port number of the Port: remote system log server D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...
  • Page 70 Click on the On Log Full check-box to let the system send the E-mail alarm message when the local log is full. VIEW SYSTEM LOG The table lists the system log. Click on the Apply Settings button to apply your settings. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...

  • Page 71: Status

    The Device Info page displays a summary overview of your router status, including: Device software version and summary of your Internet configuration (both wireless and Ethernet status). To access the DEVICE STATUS setting window, click on the Device Info button in the STATUS directory. GENERAL This window displays current system time and the firmware version. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...
  • Page 72 IP address, Default Gateway, Primary/Secondary DNS Server. WIRELESS LAN This window displays WLAN information including Radio status, MAC address, SSID, Channel, and Security Type. This window displays LAN information including MAC address, IP address, Mask, and DHCP Server. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...

  • Page 73: Connected Clients

    This window displays authenticated wireless stations and their status. CONNECTED LAN CLIENTS This window displays all the client devices which have obtained IP addresses from the router. BLOCKED MAC ADDRESS This window displays all the blocked devices MAC address. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...

  • Page 74: Statistics

    STATISTICS This page displays your router network and data transfer statistics and is helpful for D-Link technicians to assist you in identifying if your router is functioning properly. The information provided is primarily informative and does not affect the function of your router.
  • Page 75 Section 3 – Configuration ADSL STATISTICS This window displays ADSL information including Link Rate, SNR, and some Error Counters. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...

  • Page 76: Routing Info

    Section 3 – Configuration ROUTING INFO To access the ROUTING INFO setting window, click on the Routing Info button in the STATUS directory. ROUTING TABLE LIST It shows the static routing table which include destination, subnet mask and gateway. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...

  • Page 77: Troubleshooting

    1. Why can’t I access the web-based configuration utility? When entering the IP address of the D-Link router (192.168.1.1 for example), you are not connecting to a website on the Internet or have to be connected to the Internet. The device has the utility built-in to a ROM chip in the device itself.
  • Page 78 • Close your web browser (if open) and open it. • Access the web management. Open your web browser and enter the IP address of your D-Link router in the address bar. This should open the login page for the web management.

  • Page 79: Wireless Basics

    D-Link 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 IEEE standard, the D-Link wireless family of products will allow you to securely access the data you want, when and where you want it.
  • Page 80 PDAs, headphones, laptops, speakers, and other devices that operate on batteries. Who uses wireless? Wireless technology as become so popular in recent years that almost everyone is using it, whether it’s for home, office, business, D-Link has a wireless solution for it.
  • Page 81 Appendix A - Wireless Basics Using a D-Link Cardbus Adapter with your laptop, you can access the hotspot to connect to Internet from remote locations like: Airports, Hotels, Coffee Shops, Libraries, Restaurants, and Convention Centers. Wireless network is easy to setup, but if you’re installing it for the first time it could be quite a task not knowing where to start. That’s why we’ve put together a few setup steps and tips to help you through the process of setting up a wireless network.

  • Page 82: Networking Basics

    Check your IP address After you install your new D-Link 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.

  • Page 83: Statically Assign An Ip Address

    Windows® 2000 - From the desktop, right-click on the My Network Places > Properties. Step 2 Right-click on the Local Area Connection which represents your D-Link network adapter and select Properties. Step 3 Highlight Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click on the Properties.

  • Page 84: Technical Specifications

    * Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11g and Draft 802.11n specifications. Actual data throughput will vary. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of network traffic, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. Environmental factors will adversely affect wireless signal range. D-Link DSL-2740B User Manual...

  • Page 85: Contacting Technical Support

    Appendix D –Contacting Technical Support Contacting Technical Support You can find software updates and user documentation on the D-Link websites. If you require product support, we encourage you to browse our FAQ section on the Web Site before contacting the Support line.

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