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D-Link DSL-2790U User Manual

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Wireless N300 ADSL2+ Modem Router
User Manual
DSL-2790U
Version 1.00 | 01/04/2016

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D-Link DSL-2790U Specifications

Ports & interfaces IconPorts & interfaces
RJ-11 ADSL port1
RJ-45 Ethernet ports4 x 10/100BASE-TX
USB port1 x USB 2.0
Power IconPower
Input voltage100~240 V (±20%)
Input frequency50~60 Hz
Output voltageDC 12 V
Output current1 A
Operating Environment IconOperating Environment
Operating temperature0 to 40 °C (32 to 104 °F)
Non-operating temperature-20 to 65 °C (-4 to 149 °F)
Operating humidity0% - 90% non-condensing
Non-operating humidity5% - 95% non-condensing
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Dimensions68 x 42 x 51 mm (2.68 x 1.65 x 2 inches)
Weight113.4 grams (4 ounces)

Summary

Preface

Manual Revisions

Records of document changes and their dates.

Trademarks

Lists registered trademarks of D-Link and other companies.

Package Contents

Power Adapter

Provides power to the modem router.

Ethernet Cable

Used for wired network connections.

xDSL Microfilter/Splitter & Cable

Connects the DSL line to the router.

Quick Install Guide

Provides basic setup instructions.

System Requirements

Network Requirements

Specifications for network connectivity.

Web-based Configuration Utility Requirements

Requirements for accessing the router's interface.

Introduction

ADSL2/2+ Internet Connection

High-speed internet connectivity up to 24 Mbps downstream.

High-performance Wireless

802.11n technology for fast wireless connections.

Wireless Security Features

Maximizes performance and security with WPA/WPA2.

Firewall and QoS

Protects network from unauthorized access and manages traffic.

Features

Faster Wireless Networking

Up to 300 Mbps wireless connection for real-time activities.

Compatibility with Older Devices

Supports 802.11b and 802.11g devices.

ATM Traffic Shaping

Controls data cell flow for Quality of Service.

High Performance

High data transfer rates up to 24 Mbps downstream.

Network Management Features

Includes SNMP support for web and text-based management.

Easy Installation

Configured and managed via a user-friendly web UI.

USB Support

Enables file and printer sharing, and 3G modem connectivity.

Hardware Overview

Front LED Panel

Explains the status indicators on the front of the router.

Back Panel Ports and Buttons

Details the ports and buttons on the back of the router.

Before You Begin Installation

Wireless Installation Considerations

Manual Setup Guide

Getting Started

One-Touch App Setup

Configure the router using a mobile app.

Web-based Setup Wizard

Guided setup via the router's web interface.

Manual Configuration

Manually configure the router settings.

One-Touch App Setup Guide

Web-based Configuration Utility

Wizard Setup Guide

Change Device Login Password

Set Time and Date

Setup Internet Connection

DSL Connection Setup

Configure connection settings for DSL internet service.

Ethernet WAN Connection Setup

Configure connection settings for Ethernet WAN.

PPPoE/PPPoA Configuration

Static IP Configuration

Configure Wireless Network

Save and Complete Setup

Configuration Overview

Setup Menu

Wizard Setup

Access the guided setup wizard.

Internet Setup

Add Ethernet WAN Connection

Configure a new Ethernet WAN connection.

Add DSL WAN Connection

Configure a new DSL WAN connection.

Add Ethernet WAN Connection

Ethernet WAN Settings

PPP Username and Password

Enter credentials for PPP over Ethernet connections.

Network Address Translation (NAT)

Configure NAT, Firewall, IGMP, and MLD proxy settings.

WAN IP and NAT Settings

WAN IP Settings

Configure IPv4 and IPv6 addresses for WAN.

Network Address Translation Settings

Enable NAT, Firewall, IGMP, and MLD proxy.

Bridging Settings

Ethernet WAN Summary

Add DSL WAN Connection

ATM PVC Configuration

Configure ATM PVC parameters like VPI, VCI, and Service Category.

DSL WAN Configuration Details

IP QoS Scheduler Algorithm

Configure Quality of Service scheduling.

Connection Type

Select protocol and VLAN settings.

DSL Connection Details

PPP Username and Password

Enter PPP credentials for the DSL connection.

Network Address Translation Settings

Configure NAT and other network translation options.

DSL WAN Summary

Wireless Connection Setup

Wireless Connection Setup Wizard

Guided setup for wireless network configuration.

Add Wireless Device with WPS

Connect devices using Wi-Fi Protected Setup.

Manual Wireless Connection Setup

Manually configure wireless settings.

Wireless Connection Setup Wizard Guide

Add Wireless Device with WPS Guide

3G Network Configuration

3G/4G Settings

Configure country, ISP, APN, telephone, username, and password.

ISP Settings

Enter details for your mobile Internet Service Provider.

3G Connection Settings

Connecting a 3G/4G USB Dongle

3G/4G Dongle Installation and Configuration

Steps to install and configure USB dongles for internet access.

Internet Failover Configuration

Local Network Settings

Router Settings

Configure router IP address, subnet mask, and interface.

DHCP Server Settings

Enable/disable DHCP and configure IP address range.

DHCP Client and Reservation Management

Connected Client List

View list of currently connected DHCP clients.

DHCP Reservations

Manage DHCP reservations for static IP assignments.

IPv6 Local Network Configuration

Static LAN IPv6 Address Configuration

Specify static IPv6 addresses for the network.

Site Prefix Configuration

Configure RADVD, ULA Prefix Advertisement, and MLD Snooping.

Time and Date Settings

Time Settings

Enable automatic synchronization with Internet Time Servers.

Time Configuration

Set time zone, and enable/disable daylight saving.

Logout

Advanced Configuration Options

Wireless Settings

Wireless Basics

Configure basic wireless connectivity settings.

Advanced Wireless Settings

Configure advanced wireless parameters.

MAC Filtering

Control access based on MAC addresses.

Security Settings

Configure wireless security protocols and WPS.

Wireless Basics Configuration

Wireless Network Settings

Set SSID, visibility, country, channel, mode, and bandwidth.

Advanced Wireless Settings

SSID Configuration

Guest/Virtual Access Point Settings

MAC Filtering Management

Wireless MAC Filtering List

View allowed or denied devices by MAC address.

MAC Filtering Rules

Add MAC address rules for wireless access control.

Security Settings Configuration

WPS Setup

Enable and configure Wi-Fi Protected Setup.

Wireless SSID Security

Select network authentication and encryption type.

Wireless Security Mode

Set WPA/WPA2 encryption and key settings.

Port Forwarding

Port Forwarding Setup

Redirect traffic through specific ports to internal PCs.

Port Triggering

DMZ Configuration

Parental Control

Block Website

List websites to block and set schedules for access.

Block MAC Address

Filtering Options

Incoming IP Filtering

Active Inbound IP Filtering

View and manage rules for incoming IP traffic.

Incoming IP Filtering Rules

Create rules to filter incoming IP traffic.

Outgoing IP Filtering

Active Outgoing IP Filtering

View and manage rules for outgoing IP traffic.

Outgoing IP Filtering Rules

Create rules to filter outgoing IP traffic.

Bridge Filtering

Bridge Filter Setup

Configure bridge filtering rules for ATM PVCs.

Add Bridge Filter Rule

Create new rules for bridge filtering.

Firewall Settings

Firewall Configuration

Enable attack prevention features like SYN FIN and DoS checks.

DNS Settings

Dynamic DNS Configuration

Dynamic DNS

List current DDNS accounts and settings.

Add Dynamic DNS Account

Configure a new Dynamic DNS account.

Storage Device Information

Storage Device Information

View details of connected storage devices.

Storage User Account Management

Storage User Account

Add or remove user accounts for storage access.

Add Storage User Account

Create a username and password for storage access.

Network Tools

Port Mapping

Port Mapping Setup

Configure WAN and LAN interface groupings.

Port Mapping Configuration

IGMP Configuration

IGMP Setup

Enable Internet Group Management Protocol (IGMP) snooping.

Quality of Service (QoS)

QoS Setup

Enable QoS and select default DSCP mark.

Queue Configuration

QoS Queue Management

Add, enable, or remove QoS queues.

Add Queue Configuration

Define queue name, interface, and priority.

QoS Classification

QoS Classification Setup

Set up network traffic classes for QoS.

Network Traffic Class Rule

UPnP Configuration

UPnP Setup

Enable or disable Universal Plug and Play (UPnP).

ADSL Configuration

ADSL Settings

Configure ADSL-VDSL modulation settings.

SNMP Configuration

SNMP Configuration

Enable and configure SNMP Agent for network management.

TR-069 Client Configuration

TR-069 Client Configuration

Configure WAN management protocol for auto-configuration.

Certificates Management

Local Certificates

Acquire or manage local certificates.

Create New Certificate Request

Generate a certificate request for server identity.

Local Certificates Management

Load Signed Certificate

Paste signed certificate into the Certificate field.

Trusted CA Certificates

Certificates - Trusted CA

View and import trusted CA certificates.

Import CA Certificate

Enter certificate name and paste CA certificate content.

Routing Settings

Static Route Configuration

Static Route Add

Add new static routes with destination, subnet mask, and gateway.

Default Gateway Settings

RIP Configuration

Schedules Management

Schedules Rules

Define schedules for functions like port forwarding.

Add Schedule Rule

Create new schedule rules with name, days, and times.

Maintenance Options

System Management

Reboot Router

Restart the router to apply changes or troubleshoot.

Backup and Restore Settings

Save current configuration or restore from a file.

Restore Factory Defaults

Reset all settings to the factory default values.

Firmware Update

Firmware Update Process

Upgrade the router's firmware using a local file.

Access Controls

Account Password Management

Administrator Settings

Change router login passwords and set idle timeouts.

Services Management

IP Address Access Control

Access Control - IP Addresses

Enable IP access control for management services.

IP Addresses List

Add or remove IP addresses from the access control list.

Diagnostics

System Log

Status Information

Device Information

System Information

Summary of system settings.

Internet Connection Information

Details of the internet connection settings.

Wireless Network Information

Summary of wireless network settings.

Local Network Information

Summary of local network settings.

Storage Device Information

Summary of storage device and its settings.

Wireless Clients

DHCP Clients

System Logs

Statistics

Route Information

Help Section

Connect and Share a USB Device

Connect and Share a USB Storage Device

Share USB storage devices via Samba protocol.

Connecting from Windows PC

Connecting from Mac

Connect Wireless Client via WPS

WPS Button Connection

Use the WPS button on the router and client for secure connection.

Connecting to Wireless Network (Windows 10)

Connecting to Wireless Network (Windows 8)

WPA/WPA2 Security

Enable wireless security before connecting.

Connecting to Wireless Network (Windows 7)

WPA/WPA2 Security

Enable wireless security before connecting.

Connecting to Wireless Network (Windows XP)

Connecting to Wireless Network (Windows Vista)

WPA/WPA2 Security (Windows Vista)

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Cannot Access Web Configuration Utility

Steps to resolve issues accessing the router's interface.

Troubleshooting Internet Connectivity

Forgot Router Password

Procedure to reset the router if the password is forgotten.

Troubleshooting Connection Problems

Wireless Basics

Wireless Network Types and Users

Wireless Personal Area Network (WPAN)

Bluetooth technology for WPAN and its applications.

Who Uses Wireless?

Benefits of wireless for home and small office users.

Wireless Usage and Tips

Where Wireless is Used

Locations and scenarios where wireless networks are utilized.

Tips for Wireless Setup

Centralize router placement and eliminate interference.

Wireless Security and Modes

Wireless Security

Secure wireless networks using WPA or WEP.

Wireless Modes

Explanation of Infrastructure and Ad-Hoc networking modes.

Networking Basics

Check Your IP Address

Steps to find the computer's IP address using ipconfig.

Statically Assign IP Address

Technical Specifications

Hardware Specifications

Details of ports, interfaces, voltage, and temperature.

Wireless Bandwidth Rate

Speeds supported by 802.11b, g, and n standards.

Wireless Security

Supported security protocols: WEP, WPA/WPA2, WPS.

Dimensions & Weight

Physical size and weight of the router.

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