D-Link DSL-2680 User Manual

Lists all the items included in the router package for setup.

Details the necessary hardware and software specifications for the computer and internet connection.

Identifies and describes the physical ports on the rear panel of the router.

Advises users to understand prerequisites and gather necessary information before installation.

Provides important notes regarding internet connection setup and information gathering.

Explanation of the username required for ADSL service provider network login.

Explanation of the password required for ADSL service provider network login.

Describes methods and configurations for transporting data between the Internet and computer.

Explains modulation techniques used for ADSL data transmission and Router's auto-detection.

Details the methods (PAP, CHAP) used by the ISP to verify username and password.

Explains the Virtual Path Identifier used for data path identification with VCI.

Explains the Virtual Channel Identifier used for data path identification with VPI.

Explains the default username for accessing the router's management interface.

Explains the default password for accessing the router's management interface.

Details the IP address used to access the router's configuration interface and for DHCP.

Specifies the subnet mask used by the router for its local network.

Describes the requirement of an Ethernet Network Interface Card for connecting to the router.

Explains the router's default DHCP server function and how computers obtain IP settings.

Instructions for connecting the router to the telephone wall socket for ADSL service.

Guidance on connecting the router to Ethernet devices using the available ports.

Specifics on connecting the router to Ethernet hubs or switches.

Instructions for connecting a computer directly to the router via Ethernet.

Information on configuring wireless clients to connect to the router's access point.

Explains how to access and use the router's web interface for configuration.

Guides users through setting up the wireless network name (SSID) and WPA security.

Explains how to use the WPS wizard to add wireless clients to the network.

Details how to manually configure wireless network settings like SSID and security.

Details using the physical or virtual push button method to connect wireless clients via WPS.

Details configuring the local network settings of the router, including IP address.

Specifies how to configure the router's IP address for accessing the management interface.

Section for configuring the built-in DHCP server to assign IP addresses to network computers.

Ability to open ports and redirect data through them to a specific PC on the network.

Options to obtain DNS server addresses automatically or enter them manually.

Explains Dynamic DNS for associating a dynamic IP with a static host name.

Setting up VLAN groups, selecting member ports, and enabling packet tagging.

Blocking Denial of Service attacks and other common Internet threats.

Setting up a DMZ IP address to bypass firewall for specific computers or applications.

Changing the router's management access password for enhanced security.

Displays basic current information about Internet, WLAN, and LAN interfaces.