D-Link DIR-280 - Introduction

2D-Link DIR-280 User Manual
Section 1 - Product Overview
Introduction
D-Link, the industry leader in wireless networking, introduces another breakthrough in wireless connectivity. The
D-Link DIR-280 Wireless G Router which is capable of transferring data with a maximum wireless signal rate of up to 54Mbps*
in the 2.4GHz frequency — the same wireless frequency as 802.11b. The D-Link DIR-280 Wireless G Router also offers four
Ethernet ports to support multiple computers.
The advanced wireless technology built into the DIR-280 Wireless G Router offers data transfer speeds with a maximum wireless
signal rate of up to 54Mbps* through its wireless channels allowing streaming videos and other high bandwidth applications, such
as online gaming events, to operate without the hassle of Ethernet cables. The ability to use high bandwidth applications also makes
streaming real-time programs more enjoyable and more efcient.
With the DIR-280 Wireless Router’s built-in advanced Firewall, threats of hackers penetrating your network are minimized. Features
like Access Control and Website Filtering are useful tools to prevent other unwanted intruders from connecting to your network
or browsing restricted sites.
The easy-to-use Conguration Wizard takes only minutes to setup and guides users step-by-step through conguring the DIR-
280. With all the versatile features and a user-friendly utility, the DIR-280 Wireless G Router provides an enhanced networking
experience.
* Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11g specications. Actual data throughput will vary. Network conditions and environmental factors,
including volume of network trafc, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. Environmental conditions will
adversely affect wireless signal range.