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Preface D-Link reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes in the content hereof without obligation to notify any person or organization of such revisions or changes. Trademarks D-Link and the D-Link logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of D-Link Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States or other countries. All other company or product names mentioned herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Copyright © 2009 by D-Li
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Table of Contents Table of Contents Preface...........................................................................i L2TP ................................................................19 Trademarks .............................................................. i 3G ....................................................................20 Static IP ...........................................................21 Product Overview ........................................................1 GRE Setting
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Table of Contents Syslog ..............................................................54 Wireless Basics .........................................................81 E-mail Settings .................................................55 What is Wireless? ..................................................82 System .............................................................56 Tips ........................................................................84 Firmware ...................................
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Section 1 - Product Overview Product Overview Package Contents • D-Link DIR-455 Mobile Router • Power Adapter • Ethernet Cable • RJ-11 Telephone Cable • Manual and Warranty on CD Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with the DIR-455 will cause damage and void the warranty for this product. System Requirements • A compatible (U)SIM card with service.* ® ® • Computers with Windows , Macintosh , or Linux-based operating systems with an installed Ethernet
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Section 1 - Product Overview Introduction The D-Link HSDPA 3.5G Mobile Communication Router allows users to access worldwide mobile broadband networks. Once connected, users can transfer data, stream media, send SMS messages, and make mobile phone calls. Simply insert your UMTS/HSDPA SIM card, and share your 3.5G Internet connection through a secure 802.11g wireless network or using any of the four 10/100 Ethernet ports. While accessing your 3.5G Internet connection, you will still have the a
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Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview Rear Panel LAN4 LAN3 LAN2 LAN1 WAN SIM Power Phone Port Function LAN 1-4 (RJ-45) Insert an Ethernet cable connected to a network device such as a desktop or notebook computer. WAN (RJ-45) Insert a standard CAT5 Ethernet cable connected to a DSL/ Cable modem or router. SIM Insert a standard (U)SIM card into this slot. Power Insert the provided DC power adapter into this socket. Phone (RJ-11) Insert an
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Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview Front Panel WAN LAN1 LAN2 LAN3 LAN4 Signal WPS 2.5G 3.5G SMS WLAN Strength Reset WPS Button Name Function Reset Hold this button down to reset the device. WPS Press this button to initiate a new WPS connection. D-Link DIR-455 User Manual 4
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Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview LEDs LED Name Function WAN Solid Green: Ethernet connection has been established Blinking Green: Data is being transferred LAN 1-4 Solid Green: Ethernet connection has been established Blinking Green: Data is being transferred Signal Blinking Red: No SIM card / signal or unverified PIN code Strength Solid Red: Signal strength is at level one (weak) Solid Amber: Signal strength is at level two or three (medium) Solid Green: Signal strength is at leve
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Section 2 - Installation Installation This section will guide you through the installation process. Placement of the router is very important. Do not place the router in an enclosed area such as a closet, cabinet, or in an attic or garage. Connect to Your Network Note: Ensure that your DIR-455 Mobile Router is disconnected and powered off before performing the installation steps below. 1. Insert a standard U(SIM) card into the SIM card slot on the back of the router with the gold contacts facin
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Section 2 - Installation Connect a Telephone A standard RJ-11 jack on the back of the router allows you to connect a standard analog telephone for voice calls. Simply plug the phone cable into the jack labeled PHONE. You can then use your handset to dial out as you typically would with a standard landline. Your attached phone will also ring for any incoming voice calls. D-Link DIR-455 User Manual 7
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Section 2 - Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The DIR-455 can be accessed using a wireless connection from virtually anywhere within the operating range of your wireless network. Keep in mind, however, that the quantity, thickness and location of walls, ceilings, or other objects that the wireless signals must pass through, may limit the range. Ranges vary depending on the types of materials and background RF (radio frequency) noise in your home or office. The key to maximizin
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Section 3 - Configuration Configuration This section will show you how to configure your new D-Link mobile 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). Type Admin and then enter the password. By default, the password is blank. If you get a Page Cannot be Displayed error, please refer to the Troubleshooting section for ass
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Section 3 - Configuration Setup Wizard The setup wizard guides you through the initial setup of your router. There are two ways to setup your Internet connection. You can use the Web-based Internet Connection Setup Wizard or you can manually configure using the Manual Internet Connection Setup wizard. Click Internet Connection Setup Wizard to begin. If you want to enter your settings without running the wizard, click Manual Internet Connection Setup and skip to page 13. Internet Connection S
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Section 3 - Configuration Create a new password and then click Next to continue. Click Prev to go back to the previous page or click Cancel to close the wizard. Select your time zone from the drop-down box and then click Next to continue. Click Prev to go back to the previous page or click Cancel to close the wizard. Select the Internet connection type. The connection types are explained on the following page. If you are unsure of the correct connection type, you may have to contact your Int
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Section 3 - Configuration The subsequent configuration pages will differ depending on the selection you make on this page. Choose this if your Internet connection automatically provides you with an IP Address. Most cable modems DHCP Connection (Dynamic IP Address): use this type of connection. See page 16 for information about how to configure this type of connection. Choose this option if your Internet connection requires a username and password to connect. Most DSL modems Username / Passwor
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Section 3 - Configuration You have completed the Setup Wizard. Click Connect to save your settings. A popup will appear, to confirm your settings. Click OK to save your settings. D-Link DIR-455 User Manual 13
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Section 3 - Configuration Manual Internet Connection Setup Click Manual Internet Connection Setup to begin. If you want to configure your router to connect to the Internet using the wizard, click Internet Connection Setup Wizard and refer to page 9. D-Link DIR-455 User Manual 14
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Section 3 - Configuration Internet Connection Internet Connection Type Several different Internet Connection types can be selected depending upon the specifications of your Internet Service Provider (ISP). Select the Internet Connection type My Internet Connection is: specified by your Internet Service Provider (ISP). The corresponding settings will be displayed below. Please see the following pages for details on how to configure these different connection types. Auto-Backup: When this
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Section 3 - Configuration Dynamic IP (DHCP) This section will help you to obtain IP Address information automatically from your ISP. Use this option if your ISP didn’t provide you with IP Address information and/or a username and password. (Optional) Required by some ISPs. Host Name: Primary DNS Server: (Optional) Fill in with IP address of primary DNS server. Secondary DNS Server: (Optional) Fill in with IP address of secondary DNS server. MTU (Maximum You may need to change the Maximum
