Internet access has been one of the dominant sources of information for several years now. In terms of the volume of content provided, it has long been ahead of television and print media. Moreover, now the Internet itself can provide services for watching TV programs or reading online versions printed publications. The d link dir 615 router may well lay claim to your main gate, to all this variety.

But such omnivorousness also hides a shadow side, in the possibility of losing personal information due to penetration into the local network of an attacker. Therefore, the safety of your data will depend on how to configure the dir 615 router.

Appearance router

And although many companies produce similar devices, D-Link, which is well known in the market for its reliable solutions, offers a very functional and multi-tasking router for the organization wireless access to the Internet

Technical characteristics of D-LINK DIR-615

Hardware-wise, the router provides the following capabilities:

• 1 WAN port, with PPTP and L2TP implementation
• 4 LAN ports, with automatic polarity selection
• 2 detachable 2dBi antennas
• Speed wireless network up to 300 Mbit/s

The software implements:

• WEP/WPA/WPA2
• Telnet, SSH access
• DHCP server
• UPnP protocol
• NAT, Port Forwarding
• Firewall and traffic filtering

The weight of the router is 940 grams, power is supplied from external unit power supply 5 Volt 2.0 Ampere.

Contents of delivery

The D-LINK DIR-615 model kit includes only the necessary minimum and, apart from a stand for vertical installation, no frills:

• Myself D-LINK router DIR-615
• Stand for vertical installation
• AC power supply
• Ethernet cable
• 2 antennas
• User's Manual
• CD with documentation

Please note that there is a button on the side. The purpose of setting up the router dir 615 is to quickly connect to a wireless network.

On the back side, the dir 615 router has LAN, WAN connectors, a reboot button, sockets for connecting antennas and a power supply. Also, we note the presence of mounts for wall mounting and rubber feet for horizontal surfaces.

Setting up the router

After the purchase of this device, the main question that arises for the buyer is how to configure the router dir 615? The answer is not trivial and although most routers require a browser, in this case a proprietary software. And before the setup itself, some formalities must be observed.

First of all, you need to determine how to connect the dir 615 router. You must have an Ethernet cable supplied to you by your provider. Connect it to the WAN connector. Using the supplied cable, connect the router to the computer. Then connect the power. The power and activity LEDs of the connected interfaces should light up.

Router dir 615 uses the “Easily Set Up, Secure, and Manage Your Network” software, thanks to it you can:

• Set up a secure wireless connection
• Connect network printing
• Set up shared access to resources
• Perform router settings

Setting up a connection with a provider

To set up an Internet connection, the interface requires a choice between automatic and manual determination of parameters. The automatic one will try to do everything itself, and we will consider manual settings.

The WAN connection setup page allows you to specify an IP address, or select automatic detection if it is provided by your provider. Specify, if necessary, the authorization method with the provider PPPoE, PPTP, L2TP. Specify provided DNS provider. Also, sometimes the provider requires setting the MTU packet size. An interesting feature is the indication of the MAC address, useful if the provider controls them for cloning devices.

Setting up a wireless network

Likewise, setting wireless interface can be performed either in automatic mode, or by setting parameters manually. The key points are:

• Connection name SSID
• Channel number
• Activating Safe Mode
• Authorization method

Also pay attention to the convenient function of turning on and off the wireless network according to a schedule - scheduler.

Finally, you need to configure your local network. Specify the IP address of the port and set the range of addresses that the DHCP server will provide upon request. It is also possible to strictly bind the IP address to the MAC address of the device. Below you can see a table of already assigned IP addresses.

Router firmware

Since we often come across routers with fairly old firmware, let’s consider the question of how to flash the dir 615 router. In the Firmware section, all the necessary functionality is implemented. Here you can save the settings and specify the firmware file, and initiate the firmware itself. On this moment There are a great variety of firmwares, both official and amateur. Be sober about whether it is worth using third-party firmware.

It is important to know that the firmware process cannot be interrupted or the router’s power is turned off. Since the consequences may be irreversible.

Advanced router setup

Advanced configuration of the d link 615 router involves the use of specific functions that can rarely be useful to a wide range of users.

For example, in Virtual Server you can specify the IP addresses of those machines from local network, to which incoming connections from the external network will be transferred. This allows you to organize servers on local machines.

Port forwarding, in turn, implements the forwarding of outgoing connections outside, remembering them, and returning the received data to the person who requested it from the local network. There it is also possible to redirect traffic from one port to another.

The router has a QoS function, this control throughput channel.

It is also possible to filter traffic by MAC addresses, thanks to which you can strictly limit the list of devices that have the right to access the network, or prohibit specific devices work.

To conclude this section, we add that setting up the dir 615 router for Beeline implies the strict use of firmware approved by Beeline and posted on its website.

Operating the router

The d link 615 router is very unpretentious in life. Most likely, with proper use, you will stop noticing it and completely forget about its existence. We recommend hanging it at the front door, away from living rooms, and if the signal quality is good everywhere, secure it firmly. Sometimes the only complaint is the power supply, which can fail after a few years. But there are a great many on the market who can replace it for a small amount.

Router performance

Router d link 615, does not belong to the champions. In conditions good signal with traffic encryption enabled, it shows a maximum of about 70 Mbit/s. At the same time, its electricity consumption increases significantly and heating occurs. As a result, after 20-30 minutes, the automation reduces the processor frequency to avoid overheating. At the same time, the speed sags by a third.

The data obtained allows us to consider the dir 615 wifi router sufficient for use in an ordinary apartment, without a high-speed Internet connection. If you are lucky enough to have a channel with a speed above 50Mbit/s, we recommend that you pay attention to more productive models.

Setting up a wifi router dir 615 is possible in two options. If you have only a basic understanding of network technologies and do not have the time or desire to go into detail, then limit yourself to basic settings. Leave the advanced setup to a professional, or if you don’t need its functionality, don’t do it at all.

At the same time, connecting the dir 615 router will not be difficult even for a schoolchild. And if you have one, let him connect the cables himself. Perhaps this will be his first step towards his future profession.

Video tutorial, Wi-fi settings D-link DIR-615:

The D-link DIR 615 router is configured through a simple and convenient built-in web interface. DIR-615 can be switched to router, access point, repeater or client mode.

Characteristics

• 1xWAN 100Mbit/s

• 4xLAN 100Mbit/s

• Wi-Fi 11bgn 300Mbit/s
• D-link DIR-615 supports configuration and control using a mobile application for devices running Android and iOS.

Preparation

To configure the router, you will need a login and password issued by your provider.

1. Take the cable that comes with the router (patch cord). One end will be connected to any LAN port, the other end to a computer.
2. Launch your browser and address bar dial 192.168.0.1()
3. To log in to the site, enter the login admin and password admin.

The router settings page will open. The DIR 615 router may have different interfaces. Below, select the one you have:

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If you don’t know what protocol the connection is being used, then try setting up PPPoE first. As a last resort, this can be clarified with the provider.

Setting up PPPoE D-link

1. WAN section
2. Delete
3. Click the add button
4. Select the PPPoE+Dynamic IP protocol, or simply PPPoE
5. Apply
6. At the top click on Save

Setting up PPtP D-link

If your interface is on English language, then you can change the language at the top right:

1. At the bottom right select Advanced settings
2. WAN section
3. Select all connections if there are any
4. Delete
5. Click the add button
6. Select the PPtP+Dynamic IP protocol, or simply PPtP
7. We enter the login and password issued by the provider
8. Apply
9. At the top click on Save

Setting up Wi-FI D-link

If your interface is in English, then you can change the language at the top right:

1. Click advanced settings
2. In the Wi-FI section, select Basic settings
3. Return to the main menu by clicking on the arrow on the left and in Wi-Fi section select Security Settings
4. Set up network authentication – WPA2-PSK, come up with a password of at least 8 characters.
5. Encryption choose AES
6. Apply

D-Link Firmware Update

1. Go to advanced settings
2. In the System section, click the right arrow
3. Click on Software Update
4. Click update.

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Setting up PPPoE D-Link

1. On the left select Network -> WAN
2. Select all connections
3. Delete
4. Adding a new connection
5. Choose PPPoE+Dynamic IP or just PPPoE
6. We apply
7. Top System -> Save

Setting up PPtP D-Link

If the interface is in English, then it can be changed in the menu at the top:

1. On the left select Network -> WAN
2. Select all connections
3. Delete
4. Adding a new connection
5. Choose PPtP+Dynamic IP or just PPtP
6. We enter the credentials issued by the provider.
7. We apply
8. Top System -> Save

Setting up Wi-Fi D-Link

If your interface is in English, then you can change the language at the top right:

1. On the left, in the Wi-FI section, select Basic settings
2. In the SSID field we come up with a name Wi-Fi networks(Latin)
3. Leave the rest unchanged and click Apply.
4. On the left, in the Wi-Fi section, select Security Settings
5. Set up network authentication – WPA2-PSK, come up with a password of at least 8 characters. Encryption choose AES
6. Apply
7. At the top, click System – Save

D-Link Firmware Update

ATTENTION! Updating the firmware may render the router inoperable. The probability is very small, but it is there. Download firmware only from official sites.

The firmware process is very simple. First download the firmware from the official website. When downloading, pay attention to the revision (indicated on the sticker under the router). It must match the downloaded firmware.

1. To the System section
2. Click on Software Update
3. Specify the path to the downloaded firmware
4. Click update.

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Setting up PPPoE D-Link

1. My internet connection is choose PPPoE Russia Dual Access or just PPPoE
2. Enter the login and password issued by the provider

Setting up PPtP D-Link

1. Select Manual Internet connection setup
2. My internet connection is choose PPtP Russia Dual Access or just PPtP
3. Enter the login, password and PPtP server address issued by the provider
4. Reconnect mode select Always
5. Save the settings Save setting and wait until the router reboots

Setting up Wi-Fi D-Link

1. On the left select Wireless settings
2. Select Manual wireless connection setup
3. Wireless Network Name is the name of your home WiFi network
4. Security Mode select WPA Personal
5. WPA Mode – select WPA Only
6. Pre-Shared Key – create a password for the network of at least 8 characters.
7. Save settings – Save settings

Firmware update

1. Select Tools from the menu at the top
2. On the left in the Firmware menu
3. Specify the path to the firmware
4. Upgrade – launch the router firmware.

Instructions for installing and configuring an Internet routerDlinkDIR-615

First, you need to connect all cables to the appropriate connectors:

• Food.
• Incoming Ethernet cable from the provider (to the corresponding WAN port.)
• Ethernet cable from the network card to any LAN port on the router. (usually indicated by numbers.)

For Windows XP:

Go to the menu , .

In the network connections window (Figure 1), click right click mouse on " " and select " Properties».

Figure 1. Network connections window in Windows XP.

In the window " Local Area Connection Properties"(Figure 2) select " Internet Protocoltcp/ipProperties».

Figure 2. Local network connection properties.

In the window " Internet Protocol PropertiesTCP/IP» (Figure 3) select:

· « GetIP address automatically»

· « Get addressDNS server automatically»

and click the button OK»

Figure 3. TCP/IP protocol

For Windows 7:

Go to the menu

, , ,.

In the window " » (Figure 4) click .

Figure 4. Network and Sharing Center window shared access" in Windows 7.

In the window " Network connections"(Figure 5) find " LAN connection", right-click on it and select " Properties».

Figure 5. Network Connections window in Windows 7

In the window " Local Area Connection Properties"(Fig. 6) select the item " Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4)"(WITHOUT unchecking the checkbox) and click on the " Properties».

Figure 6. Local network connection properties in Window 7.

In the window " Properties: Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4)"(Figure 7) select:

· « GetIP address automatically»

· « Get addressDNS server automatically»

and click the button OK»

Figure 7. TCP/IP protocol

Next, to set up an external connection to the Internet, you need to go to the WEB management interface of the router. To get there, launch any available WEB browser and enter the router’s IP address in the address bar. Enter http:// and default IP address, 192.168.0.1 (192.168.1.1) into the browser address bar. The URL in the address bar will look like: http://192.168.0.1 (http://192.168.1.1).

To log in, enter your username, password (Figure 8) to access the router’s web interface (by default, the login “admin” password is empty) and the code from the picture (if this function enabled) and press the button LogIn».

The main window of the router WEB interface will open (Figure 9).

1. Click the button ManualInternetConnectionSetup»

Figure 9. Setting up an Internet connection

2. The Manual Internet Connection Setup window appears (Figure 10). In the column " MyInternetConnectionis:» select connection type « PPPoE (Username/Password)».

Figure 10. Setting up an Internet connection - Selecting the connection type

3. Next, opposite the item “ AddressMode» select « DynamicIP", fill in the fields " UserName», « Password" And " VerifyPassword" Then opposite the item “ ReconnectMode:» select « Alwayson" and click the " SaveSettings"(Figure 11).

Figure 11. Setting up an Internet connection - Authentication

4. Now let's start setting up the wireless network. Go to the section " Setup", select " WirelessSettings" and click on the button " ManualWirelessConnectionSetup"(Figure 12).

Figure 12. Wireless Network Settings

5. Next a window will open manual settings wireless network. First of all, check opposite the item “ EnableWireless"There must be a check mark. (Figure 13). Then in the field “ WirelessNetworkName» network name (you need to come up with it yourself; in the future it will be used to find the desired network among the many). Below select " SecurityMode" (we recommend using " WPA-Personal"However, you can independently select the type of authorization when connecting to a wireless network).

Figure 13. Wireless Network 2 Setup

6. Consider an example with settings for Security Mode: WPA-Personal (Figure 14). After selecting Security Mode, you will need to select " WPAMode" - WPA key type (it is best to select " Auto (WPAorWPA2)") and enter the key (invented independently, later used for authentication on a wireless network) in the "Pre-Shared Key" field.

Figure 14. Wireless Network Setup - Security

7. Click the button SaveSettings"(Figure 15).

Figure 15. Wireless Network Setup - Applying Settings

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8. You can check the connection status in the “ Status", paragraph " DeviceInfo"(Figure 16). Field " Connection Type" must have the value " PPPoE Connected».

Figure 16. Connection status

9. If there is no connection, go to the “ Status", paragraph " Logs» (Figure 17) and contact technical support with this information.

Figure 17. Router log

10. Also, to increase the security of working on the Internet, we recommend changing the password for access to the router’s web interface. To do this, go to the section " Tools", paragraph " Admin"(Figure 18). Fill in the fields " Password" - New Password, " VerifyPassword" - repeat New Password and click the button SaveSettings».

Figure 18. Changing the password to access the router web interface

Appearance of the D-link dir 615 router

The dir 615 router is a popular tool for ensuring constant Internet availability for laptops, PCs, tablets, smartphones and other gadgets via a wi-fi network. This router will excellent choice for use at home or small office spaces. For correct operation, routers must be configured in a certain way. The setup method depends on what type of connection the providers offer. If you use a connection using a dynamic IP, then no difficulties will arise, since it is enough to just connect the router to work. In this article we will tell you how to configure it correctly using the router settings panel.

Connecting and entering the interface of the control panel and router settings

In order to independently configure the router for operation, you need to perform a few simple steps. First, connect the power cable to the router and turn it on. If the row of lights on the front of router D does not light up, you need to turn on the power using the button on the rear panel. If you plan to connect and configure the router via cable connection, then use network cable from the router kit dir and connect the router to the PC.

Appearance of the Rj 45 patch cord (cable included with the router). Cable for connecting the Internet to the router
WAN connectors and LAN router D-link dir 615

We insert the end of the cable into one of the black LAN connectors, of which there are 4 on the router, and the 2nd end must be connected to the output of the network card of the PC or laptop. The Internet cable from your provider must be connected to the yellow WAN connector.

Reset old settings

The next step is to make adjustments to the router settings. You need to go into the router settings, but before that you need to reset the existing settings, which, quite possibly, have already been made. To ensure that they do not interfere with the current work process, it is necessary to return the dir router to its factory state. To do this you need to reload the settings. This simple procedure is performed using a thin sharp object, a match or a needle, with which we press the RESET key located in the device body. The button must be held down for about 10 seconds, this will allow the router to restart the settings.

RESET button D-link dir 615

Router control menu

If you don’t know how to enter the router’s control menu d link dir, then:

1. just launch your existing browser
2. enter the following IP address of the router: 192.168.0.1. press Enter
   

enter the router interface, copy and enter http://192.168.0.1 into the browser address bar

A window will appear on the screen asking for a login and password. Their original meaning is admin\admin.

router authorization window, enter Login - admin / Password - admin

When you enter this data, the settings of the D-link router will open in front of you. If you are visiting there for the first time, then perhaps the entire menu will be presented in English. Using the appropriate options, you can change the language to Russian or Ukrainian.

Select the desired language from the drop-down menu

In addition, a window may appear asking you to change the password to enter the settings menu to your own. Enter the appropriate password, but do not forget to write it down somewhere, for example, on your phone, so that you do not lose access to the menu in the future if you need to new setting router d.

Setting up the Internet on the router

Having completed all the previous steps of the instructions, you will approach the main task - how to set up a router for the Internet. First of all, check which connection method is used by your operator. There may be several of them:

• Dynamic IP
• Static type
• PPPoE

To do this, contact technical support or go to their web page. If the operator supports the dynamic IP protocol, then for your DIR 615 router the setup will only involve administering the wi-fi network. WiFi router will start distributing immediately from the moment you connect the cable from the operator, and you only need to configure the Wi-Fi network.

If your provider does not support dynamic IP, the setup procedure continues further.

When the “Address of local provider resources” window appears, you can add addresses there; if you don’t understand this, or you simply don’t need them, then wifi setup continues after pressing the “Next” button. A window will appear where you need to specify a name for the connection and a login with a password. This information is provided by providers. When you click the “Details” button, a menu with advanced settings opens. If you came there out of curiosity, how regular user, then you won’t need any extra settings, so you can ignore this tab.

After this, testing of your Internet connection will begin, where you will be asked to activate the Yandex.DNS filtering system. If this matters, then you can configure the d link dir 615 router, making changes that can later be changed to the current ones.

If the Internet does not appear

When, after completing all the instructions, the router still does not start distributing the Internet, information appears about the nature of the connection “no Internet access” or it is impossible to open websites, then check all the settings again, and then set everything up again. You may need to restart your computer.

Common mistakes are:

• Incorrect connection type selection
• Incorrect input of certain parameters

Let us note one nuance - if before using the router you had a high-speed connection to the Internet on your computer, now there is no need for it. This connection is now the responsibility of the router, which installs it and distributes the Internet via cable and wi-fi network.

Conclusion

Setting up and connecting a router with your own hands is a task that anyone can do. Thanks to this instruction and intuitively clear interface router with the ability to use technical support from the provider, you will devote the installation wi-fi connections quite a bit of time.

By purchasing Dir 615, the consumer gets the opportunity to connect to it devices that can connect via Wi-Fi network. A working router is capable of this function. Setting up the device at home is a simple process, but it requires attention. Problems in this matter may arise due to a misunderstanding of the router's functions. For his correct settings In addition to the steps required to connect, you need to know:

• what is your Internet connection protocol?
• connection parameters (login and password, etc.).

Let's take a closer look at the whole process.

Characteristics and equipment D-Link Dir 615

Its main purpose is to create home network and providing a high-quality wireless signal, which it successfully copes with. This model is one of the most popular in the D-Link line.
The use of Intelligent Antenna technology in Dir 615 has increased the range. Despite the complex system for transmitting multiple data streams at once, this router remains simple and easy to configure.

Its configuration is no different. It has everything that other similar devices have.

Installation

Thanks to the quick master D-Link installation, its connection occurs in a matter of minutes. Even without deep knowledge in the field of network technologies, you can easily:

• connect the device;
• establish an Internet connection and wireless network;
• configure security settings.

Setting up a computer's network card

This is the first thing you need to do before installing the router.

• Determine the type of network connection. Go to “Network Connections” through the “Start” menu – Control Panel – Network and Internet – Network and Sharing Center. On the left side of the window, select “Change adapter settings.”

The window that opens displays all connected wired and wireless connections, including provider name and connection type.

• To determine a dynamic IP, call context menu by right-clicking on the “Local Area Connections” icon. Find "Properties". From the items that open, select “Internet Protocol version 4 (TCP/IPv4)” and click on “Properties”.

Let's see what items are marked in this menu. If the checkbox is next to “Obtain an IP address automatically,” then the connection protocol is “Dynamic.” For “Static” in “Properties” the “Use the following IP address” option will be checked. And opposite the items “IP address”, “Subnet mask” and “Default gateway” the addresses will be entered in numbers.

You need to write down these numbers and check the box next to “Obtain an IP address automatically.” Then click “OK” twice and start connecting the router.

Connecting to a computer or laptop

You need to connect your provider's Internet cable to the modem using the “WAN” port (usually it says “internet”). Then, connect the cable at one end to the “LAN” port on the router, and at the other end to network card on the computer.

Find the connection to the router on your computer (“Network connections”) and go to “Properties” and select “Internet Protocol version 4 (TCP/IPv4)”. Click “Properties”. You need to fill out the fields.

Now the device needs to be configured.

Setting up the router

If the computer is prepared and Dir 615 is connected, then you can begin setting up the Web interface for a specific provider.
To do this, you need to open a browser, then enter the router address (192.168.0.1) in the address bar. If the server does not respond, then try rebooting the router. An authorization window should appear. Enter your username and password in sequence. In both lines by default we write “admin” (or the data specified in the instructions).

In the “Manual Internet Connection Setup” tab, you need to fill out a form, an example of which is attached. Enter the password and username information, and fill in the “IP Address” column.
Leave the “Default Gateway” field blank.

Save your settings by clicking on the “Save Settings” button. The fact that everything was done without errors will be indicated by the accessible Internet.

Setting up Wi-Fi

To create a Wi-Fi network you need:

Setting up a wireless network on your computer

You need to find your network name in Wireless network connections", click "Connect", confirming your intentions by entering a password in the "Network Key" field. The password set during the router settings is used. Then press the “Connect” button.

Your router is now connected and ready to use.