Dir 320 is the default password. Old horse, does not spoil the furrow. Configuring L2TP connection

Before proceeding with configuring the router, let's check the local network connection settings. For this:

Windows 7

1. Click on " Start", "Control Panel".

2. Click on " View network status and tasks".

3. Click on " Change adapter settings".

4. LAN connectionProperty".

5. Select from the list " Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP / IPv4)"and click" Property".

6. "and" ", then press the button" Ok".

Windows 10

1. Click on " Start", "Parameters".

2. Click on " Network and Internet".

3. We choose " Ethernet"and click on" Configuring adapter parameters".

4. In the window that opens, we see " Ethernet". Click on it with the right mouse button, select" Property".

5. Select from the list " IP version 4 (TCP / IPv4)"and click" Property".

6. In the window that opens, you need to check the boxes " Obtain an IP address automatically"and" Obtain DNS server address automatically", then press the button" Ok".

Router connection D-Link DIR-320 to the computer

The next step is to connect the router D-Link DIR-320 to your Laptop or Personal computer. To do this, you need to connect the cable that the provider led you to the port of the router, where it is signed "INTERNET", in older models this port is signed as "WAN"... The cable that came with the router, connect one end to a laptop or computer, connect the other end to one of the four ports, which are marked in black on the router (the colors of the ports may differ depending on the version of the router). And yes, don't forget to plug in the power cable.

D-Link DIR-320 router authorization

So, we have connected the router, now you need to get into its web interface through any browser (be it Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Internet Explorer, etc.). To do this, open the browser and drive in the address of the router in the address bar: 192.168.0.1

• Username - admin
• Password - admin

So, we drive in the data and press " Enter"

Setting up a router D-Link DIR-320.

And finally we got to the web-interface of the router and now you need to configure the equipment. The first step is to secure the wireless network by setting a password for wi-fi. Then you will need to find out what type of connection is used to access the Internet, it is PPTP, L2TP or PPPOE. You can find out by calling your provider (this is the organization with which you have entered into a contract for the provision of Internet services). So, let's start configuring the router. First, let's change the language of the Web interface to Russian. To do this, go to the " Language"and choose" Russian"

Setting up a password for wi-fi on a router D-Link DIR-320.

I bring to your attention a Video instruction on setting up a password for wi-fi on a router D-Link DIR-320

Let's also consider in writing and illustratively setting a password for wi-fi on a router D-Link DIR-320.
1. We select on the Web interface " Advanced settings"
2. On the menu " Wi-Fi"select item" basic settings".

3. Check " Enable wireless connection"must be checked.
4. Below in the line " SSID:"come up with and specify a name for your wireless network, this name will continue to light up when you connect to the network.
5. "Country" - "Russian Federation", "Channel" - "auto", "Wireless mode" - "802.11 b / g / n mixed".
6. Click " Apply"and return to the previous menu by clicking on the symbol that looks like a triangle on the left.

7. On the menu " Wi-Fi"choose" Security Settings".

8. In line " Network Authentication:"choose" WPA2-PSK".
9. In line " Encryption key PSK:"you need to come up with and drive in a password for the wireless network that we created above.
10. Click " Apply", then in the upper right part of the web interface, go to the" System"and click" Save and Restart".

Setting up PPTP on the router D-Link DIR-320.

PPTP on the router D-Link DIR-320 on the example of the D-Link DIR-620 router.

Let's also write and illustrate PPTP on the router D-Link DIR-320.
1. On the menu " Net"choose" WAN".

2. Add to".

3. In step " Connection type:"choose" PPTP + Dynamic IP".
4. Check the box next to " Connect automatically".
5. Username:"), password (in the line" Password:Password confirmation:VPN Server Address:").

6. Apply".

Configuring PPTP with a static IP address on the router D-Link DIR-320.

Let's consider the connection setup PPTP with static IP on the router D-Link DIR-320
1. On the menu " Net"choose" WAN".

2. In the window that opens, click " Add to".

3. In step " Connection type:"choose" PPTP + Static IP".
4. Below in the " IPIP address:", subnet mask on line" Netmask:", main gateway on line" Gateway IP:"and DNS in line" Primary DNS Server:".
5. Check the box next to " Connect automatically".
6. Below we drive in the Username (in the line " Username:"), password (in the line" Password:"), confirm the password (in the line" Password confirmation:") and indicate the server address (in the line" VPN Server Address:").
All of the above data is provided to you by the provider (the Organization that conducted the Internet for you).
All these data are usually written in the contract with the provider. If for some reason you could not find them, you need to call your provider's hotline and find out how you can get them.
7. After all the manipulations with the settings, press the button " Apply".

Configuring L2TP on a router D-Link DIR-320.

1. On the menu " Net"choose" WAN".

2. In the window that opens, click " Add to".

3. In step " Connection type:"choose" L2TP + Dynamic IP".
4. Check the box next to " Connect automatically".
5. Below we drive in the Username (in the line " Username:"), password (in the line" Password:"), confirm the password (in the line" Password confirmation:") and indicate the server address (in the line" VPN Server Address:").
All of the above data is provided to you by the provider (the Organization that conducted the Internet for you).
All these data are usually written in the contract with the provider. If for some reason you could not find them, you need to call your provider's hotline and find out how you can get them.
6. After all the manipulations with the settings, press the button " Apply".

Configuring L2TP with a static IP address on the router D-Link DIR-320.

Let's consider the connection setup L2TP with static IP on the router D-Link DIR-320... Usually, a static IP address is provided to legal entities, or as an additional service to the basic tariff for individuals.
1. On the menu " Net"choose" WAN".

2. In the window that opens, click " Add to".

3. In step " Connection type:"choose" L2TP + Static IP".
4. Below in the " IP"specify the ip-address in the line" IP address:", subnet mask on line" Netmask:", main gateway on line" Gateway IP:"and DNS in line" Primary DNS Server:".
5. Check the box next to " Connect automatically".
6. Below we drive in the Username (in the line " Username:"), password (in the line" Password:"), confirm the password (in the line" Password confirmation:") and indicate the server address (in the line" VPN Server Address:").
All of the above data is provided to you by the provider (the Organization that conducted the Internet for you).
All these data are usually written in the contract with the provider. If for some reason you could not find them, you need to call your provider's hotline and find out how you can get them.
7. After all the manipulations with the settings, press the button " Apply".

Setting up PPPOE on a router D-Link DIR-320.

I bring to your attention Video instructions for setting up the connection type PPTP on the router D-Link DIR-320 on the example of the D-Link DIR-620 router.

PPPOE on the router D-Link DIR-320.
1. On the menu " Net"choose" WAN".

2. In the window that opens, click " Add to".

3. In step " Connection type:"choose" PPPOE + Dynamic IP".
4. Below we drive in the Username (in the line " Username:"), password (in the line" Password:Password confirmation:").
All of the above data is provided to you by the provider (the Organization that conducted the Internet for you).
All these data are usually written in the contract with the provider. If for some reason you could not find them, you need to call your provider's hotline and find out how you can get them.
5. After all the manipulations with the settings, press the button " Apply".

Configuring PPPOE with a static IP address on the router D-Link DIR-320.

Let's consider the connection setup PPPOE with static IP on the router D-Link DIR-320... Usually, a static IP address is provided to legal entities, or as an additional service to the basic tariff for individuals.
1. On the menu " Net"choose" WAN".

2. In the window that opens, click " Add to".

3. In step " Connection type:"choose" PPPOE + Static IP".
4. Below in the " IP"specify the ip-address in the line" IP address:", subnet mask on line" Netmask:", main gateway on line" Gateway IP:"and DNS in line" Primary DNS Server:".
5. Below we drive in the Username (in the line " Username:"), password (in the line" Password:") and confirm the password (in the line" Password confirmation:").
All of the above data is provided to you by the provider (the Organization that conducted the Internet for you).
All these data are usually written in the contract with the provider. If for some reason you could not find them, you need to call your provider's hotline and find out how you can get them.
6. After all the manipulations with the settings, press the button " Apply".

Updating the firmware

I bring to your attention Video instructions for updating the firmware on the router D-Link DIR-320 on the example of the D-Link DIR-620 router.

Connecting a computer to wi-fi

After connecting and configuring the router, you need to connect the computer to a wireless network (wi-fi), consider connecting to wi-fi in two operating systems, this is Windows 7 and Windows 10:

Windows 7

Video instruction

1.

2. Sultan

3. Connect automatically" and press
"Connection".

4. You must specify " Security keyOK".

5.

Windows 10

Video instruction

1. In the lower right corner of the desktop, we find the wireless network (wi-fi) icon, click on it with the left mouse button.

2. A window pops up with a list of available wireless networks. We choose a wireless network, in my case it is a network " Sultanova"(You choose the network that was named when).

3. After selecting a network, check the box next to " Connect automatically" and press " Connect".

4. You must specify " Security key"this is the password of the wireless network that you specified at. After you specified the key, click" Further".

5. We are waiting, perhaps a couple of seconds and you are connected to your wireless network.

Configuring the router yourself is easy. How to do this step by step, we will consider in this article. And so let's get started.

PC connection

• Disconnect your PC.
• Use a cable to connect the computer to the router to one of the LAN ports.

• To establish a connection via 3G GSM, WiMAX or CDMA network, connect your USB modem to the port on the side of the router.

• Plug the power supply into the power jack of the router and then into a power outlet.

• Press the ON / OFF button on the router to turn on the device.
• Turn on your PC.
• Then set up the computer to obtain IP addresses automatically (DHCP).

D-link dir-320 router configuration

Connecting to the web interface

It is convenient to make settings through the web interface of the router. Let's do it, as the instruction says.

• Launch your browser and enter 192.168.0.1 in the line.

• Enter the username and password - admin.

• Press Enter to login.

After successfully entering the web interface, the language can be changed to a more convenient one.

Changing the base password

The first step is to change the factory password to your secret phrase. This will help improve security.

• In the web-based interface of the router, at the bottom right, find the Advanced settings link and click on it.

• Then, in the System block, click on the Administrator password link.

• On the page, enter your password and write it down.

• Click Apply to save the new data.

Device setup

If the INTERNET LED on the front of the router is on, the installation was successful. Click Next.

PPPoE Mode

• Enter the name of the compound (1).
• Enter your username (2).
• Enter the password (3) and repeat it again (4) as shown in the figure. This data must be provided by the internet access provider.

• Click Next and then Apply.

Configuring PPPoE access is now complete.

Static IP

Click on the Static IP location

• Enter a name for the connection (1).
• Enter the IP address (2) and subnet mask (3).
• Enter the IP of the gateway (4), this connection, and the address of the DNS server (5), as the instructions say. This information is given by the provider when concluding a contract for the provision of Internet services.

• Apply.

The connection is ready.

Dynamic IP

Specify the position of Dynamic IP

• Connection name (1).
• Uncheck the box (2).
• Fill in the Primary DNS server cell (3). This information should be provided by your ISP.

• Apply.

Setting up Internet access via Dynamic IP is now complete.

WIFI network setup and connection

After filling in the necessary settings with the data, a window with the configuration of the wireless connection will appear. Or it can also be configured manually. Follow the instructions below to install WIFI.

• If we configure it manually, then we will go to the wifi network settings page.

• Highlight the Router location.

On many devices, setup is fairly easy if you know all the nuances. To make the connection, you need to outline a plan for the sequence of operations for adjusting the main equipment to work in the global network together with the device and implement the configuration of the D-Link Dir 320 router.

Work order

The instruction according to which we will act is as follows:

1. Setting up a network card in relation to different operating systems on the example of Windows XP and "seven".
2. Elimination of problems during the inclusion and operation of the modem.
3. Replacing an old microcircuit or flashing a new one for the D-Link Dir Wi-Fi router to work properly.
4. Basic network settings for different operators.
5. Setting up a Wi-Fi network.

Inexperienced users, connecting the device, think that it will automatically tune in to the desired provider, and they will go to the global network. In fact, it is easier for them to call an employee of a company that provides such services. And who does not want to spend personal savings, we advise you to read the instructions for initializing the router, located below.

Setting up a network card

Before installing the router, it is necessary for the computer to recognize the network card, then it is required to set the IP address to the "automatic" position. This is necessary to synchronize the settings of your PC with the D-Link device, which has it registered in the factory settings.

We act according to the following scheme:

• We click on "Start" and enter it.
• Click on "Control Panel".
• We find a picture with the inscription "Network Connections" and enter.
• In the window that appears, select the picture, next to which is the inscription "Local Area Connection".
• Then right-click on it and find the item "Properties".
• Going into it, put a tick on the inscription "Protocol (TCP / IP)" and click on "Properties".
• At the end, we put points on "Automatic" and click "OK".

The scheme is as follows:

• Click on "Start".
• In the search engine (the line right above the "Start" button) we enter the word "Network".
• In the window that appears, look for an inscription about the local network and click 2 times.
• Then, by clicking on "Properties", look for "Protocol version 4" and do a double click.
• Select "Automatic" and click on "OK".

How to set up a D-Link Dir 320 NRU router without problems

After configuring the card on your PC, you need to make sure the IP address is correct.

Return to the item labeled "LAN" and in the window that opens after double-clicking, select:

1. "More details" on Win XP.
2. "Information on Win

The IP address will be something like 192.168.0. XXX

If the address is not received, then the number will be 169.XXX. XXX. XXX.

XXX - any number (for example, 101, 204, 3) no more than 255.

To insert the correct addresses, you need to return:

• in Protocol (ТСР / IP) for Win XP.
• Protocol 4 (ТСР / IP v4) for Win

The detailed setup should look like this

At the end, click "OK".

Replacing an old microcircuit or flashing a new one

We will explain step by step how the router is flashed through a PC, in other words, how to reset the initial parameters.

Pre-download the current version of your device from the pages indicated in the figure:

To perform a reset and create the necessary settings for some models, you need to disconnect the Internet cable from the PC. So, check both options.

How to log in - Link 320:

1. Connect the router to your PC and enter the browser.
2. Enter the following into the address line: 192.160.1 - then press Enter and log in.
3. Enter the word admin in the "Login" field, and then Next or OK.

If the login fails, try another option:

1. Enter the word admin in the “Login” box and in the “Password” column.
2. In older D-Link devices, the firmware version looks like this:

To perform flashing:

• go to "Maintenance";
• further on the left in the "firmware update" menu;
• then click on "Browse";
• find a new firmware version;
• at the end click “apply” and wait for the result.

New appliances can have three different patterns:

First option.

We are looking for the word "System" in the left menu and click on the button. Next, in the "Software Update" turn on the "Overview" scanner and select the desired file.

Second option

"Configure manually" - "System", go to the item "Software update" and select the file.

Third option

"Advanced settings" - "System", then press forward, and click on "Software update".

1. After all the switches, you need to click on the apply button ("Update").
2. Next, you need to wait about 7 minutes. This is necessary to complete the operation.
3. As soon as the installation occurs again in the address bar of the browser you must enter 192.168.0.1 and enter.

Connection to providers and Wi-Fi

Beeline communication

First, go to "Advanced Settings" - "Network" - "WAN" - "Add".

1. In the columns of connections "Type" and "Name" - press L2TP + Din. IP. in the first and any inscription in the second.
2. In the item "User" (Name) and in the column "Password" - enter the information received from the masters who connected the equipment.
3. Enter tp.internet.beeline.ru into the “Address of MZT” field, then “Save” in one window and “Save” in another.

Setting up the D-link Dir 320 Beeline router is completed.

Communication Rostelecom

Primary actions are the same as in connection with Beeline. Further:

• In the "Type" column - click PPPoE.
• In the "PPP" field - in the "User" (Name) and in the "Password" column - enter information from Rostelecom employees.
• Click "Save".

Wi-Fi network setup

It also starts with "Advanced settings", but then click "Wi Fi" - "General" - "SSID", enter any inscription - the name of your personal network and click on "Change".

Next, go to "Security" - "Network Authentication:" - "WPA-PSK2", enter 8 or more characters in the "Encryption Key" and click "Change".

Congratulations. You did everything right.

Visual instructions for setting up Dir 320 (video)

Useful video with router settings:

You can configure the router yourself. This will save you money, learn how to set up the device and, possibly, start your own business of connecting users to Beeline and Rostelecom networks.

At home or in a small office. Moreover, it can be used to implement both wireless connection of devices and using a twisted pair. In the latter case, a limitation is imposed: there are only 4 ports, that is how many devices can be connected.

Equipment

The D-Link DIR-320 boasts the following configuration:

user's manual;

• power supply unit with non-removable cord and plug;

  one meter twisted pair, crimped from both ends with appropriate ferrules;

  cD with drivers and electronic version of the router documentation.

Appearance and purpose of connection elements, indication and control

An information panel is displayed on the front of the device, which consists of the following LED indicators:

Power: lights up continuously during operation and indicates that the device is plugged in.

Status: When the router is working normally, it flashes continuously. If it is on continuously, an error has occurred and the device needs to be restarted.

Internet: it can just light up continuously (if there is a connection, but in the absence of data exchange) or blink (if there is a connection and information transfer).

The next 4 ports are wired. They light up continuously when connected, and flash during data exchange. If the port is not used during operation, then the corresponding indicator is disabled.

The last LED indicator is linked to the printer. It just lights up continuously when the printer is connected, and blinks while the document is being ejected.

The following communication and control elements are located on the rear side of the device:

antenna for wireless connection;

uSB port for connecting a printer;

4 LAN ports for creating a wired LAN part;

input port for connecting a twisted pair cable from the provider;

power supply socket;

reset button to reboot the router.

Selecting a location for installing a network device

At the first stage, we choose the right place for installation And here everything is not as simple as it seems at first glance. On the one hand, all wires must be suitable for the installation site of the router; there must be an outlet nearby for power supply. On the other hand, it is most correct to place the router towards the center of the room: this will provide an excellent transmission and reception speed, and a high Wi-Fi signal level. Also, the router should not be located near metal sheets that can damp the wireless signal. Based on the recommendations given earlier, you need to choose the location of the router.

D-Link DIR-320 sequence

The order of this network device model is as follows:

collecting a temporary scheme for the initial setup;

turn on the device and configure it properly;

we disassemble the temporary scheme;

we install the router in a permanent place;

collecting a permanent local area network diagram;

turn on the router;

we test the correctness of the settings in the wired network segment;

we check the performance of the Wi-Fi wireless network.

The router can be configured at a permanent location, provided that a computer is permanently connected to it by a wired method. Since this condition cannot always be met, it is recommended to do the adjustment in 2 stages.

Temporary connection for configuration

The next step in configuring the D-Link DIR-320 router is collecting a temporary scheme for configuring a network device. To do this, install it next to a PC or laptop. We use the complete crimped to connect a computer and a router. We install one end of it into the port of the PC network card, and the other into any of the 4-wire ports of the router (but not the one that is intended for exchanging data with the provider's equipment). We install the power supply into any nearest free outlet, and the cord from it into the power socket of the router. The timeline is ready.

Setting parameters

Now you need to configure the D-Link DIR-320 software settings. To do this, do the following:

turn on the connected computer and router;

waiting for the computer and network device to boot up;

launch any of the browsers available on the PC;

in the address line of the browser, type the combination of numbers 192.168.000.001 (this is the network address of our router) and press Enter;

in response, a request will appear with a login and, of course, a password. Enter admin in the first field. Leave the second field empty at the first start. If this is not the first launch, then enter the password in the second field, which was previously set;

in the opened router settings interface, select the "Connection Wizard" item;

then set a new administrator password and confirm it, if necessary;

at the next stage, you need to configure the settings for connecting to the provider's network equipment. This data is provided by the internet service provider and is usually specified in the contract. This includes the type of connection (for example, PPPoE or L2TP), login and password for establishing a connection (if required), static or dynamic network address;

after making all the necessary settings, press the Connect button. Then the router will reboot;

after rebooting the router, go to the settings menu in the previous way and select the "Wireless Network Settings Wizard";

then we set the name of the wireless network at our discretion;

the next step is to set the wireless password. Again, at your discretion;

save the changes and forcibly reboot the router.

Pre-configuration is complete, you can turn off your computer and network device and disassemble the temporary circuit.



We install the router in a permanent place and connect

Now we are installing the D-Link DIR-320 router in a permanent place that most optimally meets the previously given conditions. We bring in all wired communications here: twisted pair from the provider and other devices that connect to the LAN in this way. We connect the incoming wire from the Internet service provider to the "Internet" port. In the remaining 4 ports, we connect the equipment that will use the wired connection. We install the power supply into an outlet, its cord to the socket of the router. After completely collecting the permanent circuit and checking the correctness of the connections, we turn on the router.

Checking the wired LAN segment

After the D-Link DIR-320 NRU router boots up, you can test the wired part of the LAN. To do this, on any computer connected to the router using a twisted pair, go to the network settings (Start \\ Control Panel \\ Network Connections). Next, we create a new connection and save it. We close all windows. We launch any browser and enter any Internet address and press Enter. After that, the start page should open. If this does not happen, we check the settings, which must necessarily be configured to automatically obtain a network address.



We test the wireless part of the local area network

Next, you need to check the performance of the WiFi wireless connection. The D-Link DIR-320 router allows you to transfer information at a speed of up to 54 Mbps. The order of connection in this case is as follows:

The router must be powered on and operational, not in the boot phase.

We activate the Wi-Fi transmitter on any mobile device.

We go to the "Settings" device, select WLAN and click on the "Search" button. When finished, a complete list of all available wireless LANs will appear.

We select exactly the network whose name was specified at the setup stage and connect to it. After the prompt for entering the password appears, enter it. It is important not to confuse the administrator password for the D-Link DIR-320 and the password for gaining access to the wireless network. It is necessary to introduce the second one, and they must be different.

In the future, the color of the Wi-Fi indicator should change: two triangles should appear on it.



Summary

After configuring the D-Link DIR-320 router, this network device will serve you for more than one year. This operation, as a rule, has to be performed only when the equipment is first started. In the future, it functions with the specified values, and there should not be any problems with it.

You can connect the DIR-320 router to the Internet using an external modem or a regular Internet cable provided by your provider. All parameters are specified in the web interface; you do not need to install a separate application to configure the router. D-Link devices have a variety of settings to optimize your home network performance.

Connecting the DIR-320 router and entering the web interface

You can configure the router with a wired or Wi-Fi connection. Insert the Internet cable into the router, which was led to the premises by the provider. To do this, use the last port marked in gray. Connect your home computers using the LAN ports highlighted in blue on the rear panel.

Insert the power supply plug into the "5V-2A" connector. If the Internet will be connected via an external 2G / 3G modem, plug it into the "USB" connector. Connect the DIR-320 to a power outlet only after connecting all cables and external devices. Otherwise, the router may malfunction or break down.

Connect the network on the computer from which the parameters of the D-Link DIR-320 router will be changed. When using Wi-Fi, select "D-Link" from the list of wireless connections. By default, there is no encryption, so you can complete the operation without entering a password. If using a cable connection, insert the plug into the Ethernet port of the computer or laptop.

On the selected device, open a web browser such as Google Chrome. In the address bar of the program, enter the IP that will be used to access the settings of the DIR-320 router. The address in the standard firmware of the router is 192.168.0.1. On the page that opens, you will need to enter data to access the control panel. Standard login and password: "admin". Fill in the text fields and click "Login".

Note! If the account on the D-Link DIR-320 was changed earlier, reset the router settings. To do this, press and hold the "Reset" button on the rear panel for 10 seconds. When the factory settings are restored, re-enter with the default data.

If the account information is entered correctly, you will be redirected to the statistics page. Among other data, it displays the total amount of RAM on the DIR-320 router and the amount of available memory. Below is the time since the last power on of the D-Link router.

Internet connection via 2G / 3G modem

To establish a connection via an external device, go to the "Internet Settings" menu and in the first field mark the value "USB Adapter". Select your carrier name from the next dropdown list. If the system does not have data for your 2G or 3G provider, set the value " »And write the operator's name in the next text box.

In the “Username” and “Password” sections, enter the data provided by the provider. If necessary, enter the dial-up number in the corresponding field and the name of the access point in the “APN” line. You can clarify the necessary information in technical support or on the official website of the Internet provider. It is recommended to leave the rest of the items unchanged.

Open the section "USB modem -\u003e Information". In the first list, specify the type of modem depending on the wireless generation used. Allow mobile internet access in the second dropdown list. The rest of the table lines will contain information about the connected device. Click the Connect button in the lower right corner of the page.

Important! If the modem is not recognized, unplug it and then plug it back into the USB port and click the Refresh button below the table.

Some operators require a PIN code to connect to the mobile Internet. This information can be specified in the same menu, through the "PIN" section. Enter the current numeric password provided by your operator in the PIN Code field. So that in the future the system does not ask for a code every time you connect, check the box and click "Apply".

DIR-320 cable connection to the Internet

Open the "Network" menu and go to the "P-t-p interfaces" tab. By default, their list will be empty. To create a new interface for D-Link, click the Add link in the connection table. In this section, you can create a network connection using L2TP, PPTP and PPPoE protocols.

Select your connection type from the first list. It can be clarified in the contract that was concluded with the Internet provider. Account information is also indicated there, if they are required to establish a connection. In the absence of an agreement, you can clarify the data by calling or writing to the support of the company that provides Internet connection services. Fill in the required fields and click "Change".

A static IP connection is made in a similar way. When you select Static, new text fields appear in the Interface Type section: IP address, netmask, MAC address. All this data is also provided by the provider.

The section "Status -\u003e Network Statistics" contains information about the operation of various interfaces, including:

• Assigned addresses;
• The speed of reception and return;
• The number of received and sent packets;
• Discarded packages;
• Packets received with errors.

Setting network parameters

You can manage running interfaces in the "Network -\u003e Network interfaces" section. The current connection status is displayed next to each entry. Each of them can be temporarily stopped or disabled. Available interfaces include connected LAN devices (laptops, computers, and other home network devices), Wi-Fi and WiMAX wireless technologies.

To add DNS servers go to the "Name Servers" section. By default, the setting method is set to automatically receive values \u200b\u200bfrom the ISP. Selecting the "Manual" item will allow you to specify other DNS servers. You will be able to enter their IP addresses in the second text box. Click "Change" to save the addresses.

The assignment of IP addresses within the local network is performed by a DHCP server. Click the DHCP Configuration tab to change its mode of operation. In the Static DHCP table, you can bind permanent addresses for individual devices. The match is set by the MAC address.

You can find out the MAC address of the device for further binding in its parameters. For computers under Windows operating system, MAC is determined in the command line. To do this, use the command: "ipconfig / all".

The settings of the current server can be changed by clicking on its name. The most important parameters in this table are the start and end addresses of the range. The system will automatically assign new clients IP addresses from this number range. If you need to change it, make sure that the new values \u200b\u200bare within the range allocated for local networks.

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Wi-Fi setup

Open the "Network -\u003e Wireless" tab. The first checkbox is responsible for the Wi-Fi module operation. If you remove it, the wireless broadcast of the router will stop. Other parameters:

• Hide access point - makes the network invisible in the general list.
• SSID is the name of the Wi-Fi that will be displayed when searching for networks.
• Country - allows you to select the territory where the device is used. The parameter affects the list of allowed channels.
• Channel - the number of the band within the Wi-Fi frequency. Standard value: 6.
• To select the type of encryption and specify the Wi-Fi access key, click "Security Settings".

Select the network authentication method from the first list. By default, the connection to D-Link is unencrypted and no password is required to connect to Wi-Fi. It is recommended not to leave the "Open" value to avoid interception of network traffic. Choose a different authentication type and set the PSK (the password that will be used for Wi-Fi).

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Changing the system parameters of the router

On the "System" tab, you can reboot the D-Link router or go to any nested section. If the reboot is performed by clicking the button in the "Actions" table, the changes made in the previous stages will not be applied. To save them another button is used: "Save and Reload". It is located in the upper right corner.

Section "Administrator password" allows you to change the data of the standard account. To do this, select the "admin" user and select the "Change system password" checkbox. Enter the new password and its confirmation in the next two text boxes. For the best security on your home network, use complex passwords that contain special characters, numbers, uppercase and lowercase letters.

When all the necessary settings of the D-Link DIR-320 Wi-Fi router are changed, it is recommended to save the configuration to a file. Go to the menu item "System -\u003e Configuration", click "Backup" and select the directory in which the backup will be written. If the router crashes or another user accidentally restores the factory configuration, you can restore the settings from the saved file.

Advice! To restore factory settings, use the corresponding item in the same menu.

D-Link recommends that you update your router software regularly. Each new firmware contains not only functionality enhancements, but also network security updates. Using the latest software version will protect your device from hacker attacks. The current version can be downloaded on the manufacturer's website, in the "Support -\u003e FTP" section.

The downloaded file is installed on the DIR-320 via the "System -\u003e Firmware update" menu. Click the "Browse" button and specify the path in the system where the new firmware is saved. Then click "Update" in the lower right corner. The update installation process will take a few minutes. After the automatic reboot of the router, you can use the new software version.