D-Link RangeBooster G WBR-2310 User Manual
D-Link RangeBooster G WBR-2310 User Manual

D-Link RangeBooster G WBR-2310 User Manual

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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Big Pond... 23 Static (assigned by ISP) ... 24 Wireless Settings ... 25 Network Settings... 26 DHCP Server Settings ... 27 D-Link WBR-2310 User Manual Table of Contents Virtual Server ... 28 Port Forwarding ... 30 Application Rules ... 31 Network Filters...
  • Page 3 Tips ... 66 Wireless Modes ... 67 Networking Basics ... 68 Check your IP address ... 68 Statically Assign an IP address ... 69 Technical Specifications... 70 Contacting Technical Support ... 72 Warranty ... 73 Registration... 78 D-Link WBR-2310 User Manual...
  • Page 4: Product Overview

    • Manual and Warranty on CD Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with the WBR-2310 will cause damage and void the warranty for this product. • Ethernet-based Cable or DSL Modem • Computers with Windows adapter •...
  • Page 5: Introduction

    2.4GHz frequency range. The WBR-2310 features robust security to protect the wireless network from intruders, complying with the latest wireless networking security protocols, including WEP encryption and Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) support for both 802.1x and WPA-PSK.
  • Page 6: Features

    15x faster than 802.11b. • Compatible with 802.11b and 802.11g Devices - The WBR-2310 is still fully compatible with the IEEE 802.11b standard, so it can connect with existing 802.11b PCI, USB and Cardbus adapters.
  • Page 7: Hardware Overview

    Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview Connections Pressing the Reset Button restores the router to its original factory default settings. D-Link WBR-2310 User Manual...
  • Page 8: Leds

    Section 1 - Product Overview D-Link WBR-2310 User Manual...
  • Page 9: Installation

    If you have DSL and are connecting via PPPoE, make sure you disable or uninstall any PPPoE software such as WinPoet, Broadjump, or Enternet 300 from your computer or you will not be able to connect to the Internet. D-Link WBR-2310 User Manual...
  • Page 10: 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 11: Connect To Cable/Dsl/Satellite Modem

    8. Verify the link lights on the router. The power light, WAN light, and the LAN light (the port that your computer is plugged into) should be lit. If not, make sure your computer, modem, and router are powered on and verify the cable connections are correct. 9. Skip to page 14 to configure your router. D-Link WBR-2310 User Manual...
  • Page 12: Connect To Another Router

    Connect to Another Router If you are connecting the D-Link router to another router to use as a wireless access point and/or switch, you will have to do the following before connecting the router to your network: • Disable UPnP ™...
  • Page 13 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 WAN port of the D-Link router. 8. You may now use the other 3 LAN ports to connect other Ethernet devices and computers.To configure your wireless network, open a web browser and enter the IP address you assigned to the router.
  • Page 14: 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 To access the configuration utility, open a web-browser such as Internet Explorer and enter the IP address of the router (192.168.0.1).
  • Page 15: Setup Wizard

    Section 3 - Configuration Setup Wizard You may run the setup wizard to quickly setup your router. Click Setup Wizard to launch the wizard. Click Launch Internet Connection Setup Wizard to begin. D-Link WBR-2310 User Manual...
  • Page 16 Create a new password and then click Next to continue. Select your time zone from the drop-down menu and then click Next to continue. Select the type of Internet connection you use and then click Next to continue. D-Link WBR-2310 User Manual...
  • Page 17 Note: Make sure to remove your PPPoE software from your computer. The software is no longer needed and will not work through a router. If you selected PPTP, enter your PPTP username and password. Click Next to continue. D-Link WBR-2310 User Manual...
  • Page 18 Click Connect to save your settings. Once the router is finished rebooting, click Continue. Please allow 1-2 minutes to connect. Close your browser window and reopen it to test your Internet connection. It may take a few tries to initially connect to the Internet. D-Link WBR-2310 User Manual...
  • Page 19: Internet Setup

    Enter the Primary DNS server IP address assigned by your ISP. MTU: Maximum Transmission Unit - you may need to change the MTU for optimal performance with your specific ISP. 1500 is the default MTU. D-Link WBR-2310 User Manual Internet Setup Dynamic (Cable)
  • Page 20: Pppoe (Dsl)

    Maximum Transmission Unit - you may need to change the MTU for optimal performance with your specific ISP. 1492 is the default MTU. Connection Mode Select either Always-on, Manual, or Connect-on demand. Select: D-Link WBR-2310 User Manual Internet Setup PPPoE (DSL)
  • Page 21: Pptp

    MTU: Maximum Transmission Unit - you may need to change the MTU for optimal performance with your specific ISP. 1492 is the default MTU. Connect Mode: Select either Always-on, Manual, or Connect-on demand. D-Link WBR-2310 User Manual Internet Setup PPTP...
  • Page 22: L2Tp

    MTU: Maximum Transmission Unit - you may need to change the MTU for optimal performance with your specific ISP. 1492 is the default MTU. Connect Mode: Select either Always-on, Manual, or Connect-on demand. D-Link WBR-2310 User Manual Internet Setup L2TP...
  • Page 23: Big Pond

    Ethernet Card installed by your ISP and replace the WAN MAC address with the MAC address of the router. It is not recommended that you change the default MAC address unless required by your ISP. D-Link WBR-2310 User Manual...
  • Page 24: Static (Assigned By Isp)

    Enter the Secondary DNS server IP address assigned by your ISP. Address: Maximum Transmission Unit - you may need to change the MTU for optimal performance with your specific ISP. 1492 is MTU: the default MTU. D-Link WBR-2310 User Manual Internet Setup Static (assigned by ISP)
  • Page 25: Wireless Settings

    Check this option if you would not like the SSID of your wireless network to be broadcasted by the WBR-2310. If this option Wireless: is checked, the SSID of the WBR-2310 will not be seen by Site Survey utilities so your wireless clients will have to know the SSID of your WBR-2310 in order to connect to it.
  • Page 26: Network Settings

    Check the box to transfer the DNS server information from your ISP to your computers. If unchecked, your computers will use the router for a DNS server. Refer to the next page for DHCP information. D-Link WBR-2310 User Manual Network Settings...
  • Page 27: Dhcp Server Settings

    DHCP stands for Dynamic Host Control Protocol. The WBR-2310 has a built-in DHCP server. The DHCP Server will automatically assign an IP address to the computers on the LAN/private network. Be sure to set your computers to be DHCP clients by setting their TCP/IP settings to “Obtain an IP Address Automatically.” When you turn your computers on, they will automatically load the proper TCP/IP settings provided by the WBR-2310.
  • Page 28: Virtual Server

    Section 3 - Configuration Virtual Server The WBR-2310 can be configured as a virtual server so that remote users accessing Web or FTP services via the public IP address can be automatically redirected to local servers in the LAN (Local Area Network).
  • Page 29 The schedule of time when the Virtual Server Rule will be enabled. The schedule may be set to Always, which will allow the particular service to always be enabled.You can create your own times in the Tools > Schedules section. D-Link WBR-2310 User Manual...
  • Page 30: Port Forwarding

    The schedule of time when the Port Forwarding Rule will be enabled. The schedule may be set to Always, which will allow the particular service to always be enabled.You can create your own times in the Tools > Schedules section. D-Link WBR-2310 User Manual Port Forwarding...
  • Page 31: Application Rules

    TCP or UDP, then enter the firewall (public) ports associated with the trigger port to open them for inbound traffic. The WBR-2310 provides some predefined applications in the table on the bottom of the web page. Select the application you want to use and enable it.
  • Page 32: Network Filters

    To find the MAC address on a computer, please refer to the Networking Basics section in this manual. DHCP Client: Select a DHCP client from the drop-down menu and click the arrow to copy that MAC Address. D-Link WBR-2310 User Manual Network Filters...
  • Page 33: Website Filters

    Filtering ON and DENY computers access to ONLY these sites. Website URL/ Enter the keywords or URLs that you want to Domain: block (or allow). Any URL with the keyword in it will be blocked. D-Link WBR-2310 User Manual Website Filters...
  • Page 34: Firewall Settings

    This section will allow you to setup a DMZ host and to enable VPN passthrough. If you have a client PC that cannot run Internet applications properly from behind the WBR-2310, then you can set the client up for unrestricted Internet access. It allows a computer to be exposed to the Internet. This feature is useful for gaming purposes.
  • Page 35: Advanced Wireless Settings

    WMM Function: WMM is QoS for your wireless network. Enable this option to improve the quality of video and voice applications for your wireless clients. D-Link WBR-2310 User Manual Advanced Wireless Settings Tx Rate Preamble...
  • Page 36: Advanced Network Settings

    WAN Ping: Unchecking the box will not allow the WBR-2310 to respond to pings. Blocking the Ping may provide some extra security from hackers. Check the box to allow the WAN port to be “pinged”.
  • Page 37: Administrator Settings

    Router. Putting an asterisk (*) into this field would present a security risk and is not recommended. Port: The port number used to access the WBR-2310. Example: http://x.x.x.x:8080 whereas x.x.x.x is the WAN IP address of the WBR-2310 and 8080 is the port used for the Web Management interface. D-Link WBR-2310 User Manual...
  • Page 38: Time Settings

    This field is optional. Manual: To manually input the time, enter the values in these fields for the Year, Month, Day, Hour, Minute, and Second. Click Set Time.You can also click Copy Your Computer’s Time Settings. D-Link WBR-2310 User Manual...
  • Page 39: System Settings

    Save button above. JumpStart Click Enabled to use the JumpStart function. function: If your wireless router uses JumpStart, please check the adapter for instructions. Reset JumpStart: Use this option to reset the JumpStart feature. D-Link WBR-2310 User Manual System Settings...
  • Page 40: Update Firmware

    You can upgrade the firmware of the Router 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 site for firmware updates at http://support.dlink.com.
  • Page 41: Ddns

    Choose your DDNS provider from the drop down menu. 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 WBR-2310 User Manual...
  • Page 42: System Test

    Ping Test: 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. D-Link WBR-2310 User Manual...
  • Page 43: Schedules

    Enter a name for your new schedule. Days: Select a day, a range of days, or All Week to include every day. Time: Check All Day - 24hrs or enter a start and end time for your schedule. D-Link WBR-2310 User Manual...
  • Page 44: Log Settings

    Click on Send Mail Now to send the email. Save Log File to Click to save the log to your hard drive. Local Hard Drive: Log Type: Check the type of alert you want logged. D-Link WBR-2310 User Manual Log Settings...
  • Page 45: Device Information

    This page displays the current information for the WBR-2310. It will display the LAN, WAN, and Wireless information. If your WAN connection is set up for a Dynamic IP address then a Release button and a Renew button will be displayed.
  • Page 46: Log

    Section 3 - Configuration First Page: View the first page of the log. Last Page: View the last page of the log. Previous: View the previous page. Next: View the next page. Clear: Clear the log. D-Link WBR-2310 User Manual...
  • Page 47: Stats

    Section 3 - Configuration Stats The screen below displays the Traffic Statistics. Here you can view the amount of packets that pass through the WBR-2310 on both the WAN and the LAN ports. The traffic counter will reset if the device is rebooted.
  • Page 48: Support

    Section 3 - Configuration Support D-Link WBR-2310 User Manual...
  • Page 49: Wireless Security

    This section will show you the different levels of security you can use to protect your data from intruders. The WBR-2310 offers the following types of security: • WPA2 (Wi-Fi Protected Access 2) • WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access) • WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) WEP stands for Wired Equivalent Privacy.
  • Page 50: What Is Wpa

    WPA/WPA2 incorporates user authentication through the Extensible Authentication Protocol (EAP). EAP is built on a more secure public key encryption system to ensure that only authorized network users can access the network. D-Link WBR-2310 User Manual What is WPA?
  • Page 51: Configure Wep

    7. Click Save Settings to save your settings. If you are configuring the router with a wireless adapter, you will lose connectivity until you enable WEP on your adapter and enter the same WEP key as you did on the router. D-Link WBR-2310 User Manual Configure WEP...
  • Page 52: Configure Wpa-Psk

    7. Click Save Settings to save your settings. If you are configuring the router with a wireless adapter, you will lose connectivity until you enable WPA-PSK (or WPA2-PSK) on your adapter and enter the same passphrase as you did on the router. D-Link WBR-2310 User Manual Configure WPA-PSK...
  • Page 53: Configure Wpa (Radius)

    7. Next to Shared Secret, enter the security key. 8. If you have a secondary RADIUS server, enter its IP address, port, and secret key. 9. Click Apply Settings to save your settings. D-Link WBR-2310 User Manual Configure WPA (RADIUS)
  • Page 54: Connect To A Wireless Network

    Click on a network (displayed using the SSID) and click the Connect button. If you get a good signal but cannot access the Internet, check you TCP/IP settings for your wireless adapter.Refer to the Networking Basics section in this manual for more information. D-Link WBR-2310 User Manual...
  • Page 55: Configure Wep

    ® on the wireless computer icon in your system tray (lower-right corner of screen). Select View Available Wireless Networks. 2. Highlight the wireless network (SSID) you would like to connect to and click Connect. D-Link WBR-2310 User Manual Configure WEP...
  • Page 56 It may take 20-30 seconds to connect to the wireless network. If the connection fails, please verify that the WEP settings are correct. The WEP key must be exactly the same as on the wireless router. D-Link WBR-2310 User Manual...
  • Page 57: Configure Wpa-Psk

    ® on the wireless computer icon in your system tray (lower-right corner of screen). Select View Available Wireless Networks. 2. Highlight the wireless network (SSID) you would like to connect to and click Connect. D-Link WBR-2310 User Manual Configure WPA-PSK...
  • Page 58 It may take 20-30 seconds to connect to the wireless network. If the connection fails, please verify that the WPA-PSK settings are correct. The WPA-PSK passphrase must be exactly the same as on the wireless router. D-Link WBR-2310 User Manual...
  • Page 59: Troubleshooting

    1. Why can’t I access the web-based configuration utility? When entering the IP address of the D-Link router (192.168.0.1 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 60 • 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 your the web management.
  • Page 61 • Once the window opens, you’ll need to do a special ping. Use the following syntax: ping [url] [-f] [-l] [MTU value] Example: ping yahoo.com -f -l 1472 D-Link WBR-2310 User Manual NT, 2000, and XP users type in cmd) and ®...
  • Page 62 • To change the MTU enter the number in the MTU field and click Save Settings to save your settings. • Test your email. If changing the MTU does not resolve the problem, continue changing the MTU in increments of ten. D-Link WBR-2310 User Manual...
  • Page 63: Wireless Basics

    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. You will be able to enjoy the freedom that wireless networking delivers.
  • Page 64: What Is Wireless

    Why D-Link Wireless? D-Link is the worldwide leader and award winning designer, developer, and manufacturer of networking products. D-Link delivers the performance you need at a price you can afford. D-Link has all the products you need to build your network.
  • Page 65 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. Home • Gives everyone at home broadband access •...
  • Page 66: Tips

    The wireless connection in public places is usually called “hotspots”. 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.
  • Page 67: Wireless Modes

    • Ad-Hoc – Directly connecting to another computer, for peer-to-peer communication, using wireless network adapters on each computer, such as two or more WBR-2310 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.
  • Page 68: 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 69: Statically Assign An Ip Address

    2000 - From the desktop, right-click 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 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.
  • Page 70: Technical Specifications

    • 1Mbps Security • WPA - Wi-Fi Protected Access (TKIP, MIC, IV Expansion, Shared Key Authentication) • 802.1x • 64/128-bit WEP D-Link WBR-2310 User Manual Media Access Control CSMA/CA with ACK Frequency Range 2.4GHz to 2.462GHz Wireless Signal Range* • Indoors: Up to 328 feet (100 meters) •...
  • Page 71 Power Input Ext. Power Supply DC 5V, 2.4A Safety & Emissions • FCC Dimensions • L = 7.5 inches (190.5mm) • W = 4.6 inches (116.84mm) • H = 1.375inches (35mm) Weight ~10.3 Ounces Warranty 3 Year D-Link WBR-2310 User Manual...
  • Page 72: Contacting Technical Support

    Contacting Technical Support 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 support through our web site or by phone.
  • Page 73: Warranty

    Any repair or replacement will be rendered by D-Link at an Authorized D-Link Service Office. The replacement hardware need not be new or have an identical make, model or part. D-Link may, at its option, replace the defective Hardware or any part thereof with any reconditioned product that D-Link reasonably determines is substantially equivalent (or superior) in all material respects to the defective Hardware.
  • Page 74 Warranty Period and is subject to the same limitations and exclusions. If a material non-conformance is incapable of correction, or if D-Link determines in its sole discretion that it is not practical to replace the non-conforming Software, the price paid by the original licensee for the non-conforming Software will be refunded by D-Link;...
  • Page 75 • The customer is responsible for all in-bound shipping charges to D-Link. No Cash on Delivery (“COD”) is allowed. Products sent COD will either be rejected by D-Link or become the property of D-Link. Products shall be fully insured by the customer and shipped to D-Link Systems, Inc., 17595 Mt.
  • Page 76: Limitation Of Liability

    This Limited Warranty provides specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Trademarks: D-Link is a registered trademark of D-Link Systems, Inc. Other trademarks or registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
  • Page 77: Fcc Statement

    • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. For detailed warranty information applicable to products purchased outside the United States, please contact the corresponding local D- Link office. D-Link WBR-2310 User Manual...
  • Page 78: Registration

    Appendix F - Registration Registration Product registration is entirely voluntary and failure to complete or return this form will not diminish your warranty rights. Version 1.00 12/09/2005 D-Link WBR-2310 User Manual...

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