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D-Link DSL-2740U User Manual

D-Link DSL-2740U
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User Manual
DSL-2740U
Wireless ADSL2+ Router with Ethernet WAN Support
March 2018

Table of Contents

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D-Link DSL-2740U Specifications

Data Transfer Rates IconData Transfer Rates
G.dmt full rate downstreamup to 8 Mbps
G.dmt full rate upstreamup to 1 Mbps
G.lite downstreamup to 1.5 Mbps
G.lite upstreamup to 512 Kbps
G.dmt.bis full rate downstreamup to 12 Mbps
G.dmt.bis full rate upstreamup to 12 Mbps
ADSL full rate downstreamup to 24 Mbps
ADSL full rate upstreamup to 1 Mbps
Media Interface IconMedia Interface
ADSL interface connectorRJ-11
ADSL interface cable24/26 AWG twisted pair
LAN interface connectorRJ-45
LAN interface standard10/100BASE-T Ethernet

Summary

Introduction

Document Structure

Outlines the manual's organization and chapter content, detailing the purpose of each section.

Overview

General Information

Describes the router's purpose and capabilities for home and SOHO network environments.

Specifications

Details the hardware and software features, standards, and technical parameters of the router.

Product Appearance

Details the physical layout, ports, and status indicators on the router's top and back panels.

Delivery Package

Lists the items included in the router's product packaging.

Installation and Connection

Before You Begin

Provides essential preliminary steps and checks before installing the router.

Connecting to PC

Guides users on physically connecting the router to a computer via Ethernet or Wi-Fi.

Connecting to Web-based Interface

Explains how to access the router's configuration interface using a web browser.

Configuring via Web-based Interface

Initial Configuration Wizard

Step-by-step guide for initial router setup and essential parameter configuration.

Selecting Operation Mode

Guides the user to choose between ADSL or Ethernet connection modes.

Configuring Wireless Network

Details how to set up the Wi-Fi network name (SSID), security, and other parameters.

Changing Web-based Interface Password

Explains how to change the administrator password for accessing the router's settings.

Connections Setup

WAN

Covers configuration of various Internet connection types like Dynamic IPv4, PPPoE, and Bridge.

LAN

Details how to configure the router's local area network settings, including IP addressing.

Wi-Fi

Basic Settings

Covers essential Wi-Fi configuration like SSID, security type, and channel settings.

Client Management

Allows viewing and managing wireless clients connected to the router's network.

WPS

Explains the Wi-Fi Protected Setup feature for easy and secure device connection.

MAC Filter

Details how to configure MAC address filtering for wireless network access control.

Advanced

WAN Remapping

Configures the router to use a LAN port for connecting to a private Ethernet line.

DNS

Describes how to configure DNS server settings for internet name resolution.

Routing

Explains how to add and manage static routes for network traffic.

Remote Access

Details how to configure access to the router's interface from external networks.

xDSL

Covers configuration of ADSL standards and modulation settings based on ISP requirements.

Firewall

IP Filter

Explains how to create rules to filter incoming and outgoing IP packets for network security.

Virtual Servers

Details how to create virtual servers for redirecting incoming Internet traffic to local devices.

DMZ

Describes how to configure the Demilitarized Zone for exposing a host to the internet.

URL Filter

Describes how to specify restrictions on access to certain websites.

System

Configuration

Covers changing admin password, backups, restoring defaults, and rebooting the device.

Firmware Update

Guides on updating the router's firmware for new features, performance, and security.

Log

Explains how to configure system log options and send logs to a remote host.

Ping

Details how to use the Ping utility to check network host availability.

Yandex.DNS

Settings

Explains how to enable and configure Yandex.DNS for web content filtering and protection.

Operation Guidelines

Safety Rules and Conditions

Crucial safety precautions for device installation, operation, and handling.

Wireless Installation Considerations

Tips for optimizing Wi-Fi signal strength, range, and performance.

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