Ethernet broadband router and print server (15 pages)
Summary of Contents for D-Link DI-704P
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Before you begin… Make sure that any existing Firewall Software/Devices are disabled and/or shutdown before beginning installation of your new D-Link DI-704P Broadband Router. Contents of Package • DI-704P Broadband Router with Print Server • User’s Manual • Quick Install Guide •...
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Connecting the DI-704P Ethernet Broadband Router to your network First, plug in the power supply as shown. Plug the other end of the power supply into the power source. Flip the POWER toggle switch to the ON position. (During a self-test phase, the indicator lights will flash briefly.
Checking the IP Address Make sure that TCP/IP protocol has been installed in your computer. Next, set the TCP/IP protocol to “Obtain an IP Address automatically” by doing the following: • Go to Start>Settings • Select “Control Panel” • Double-click the “Network” icon •...
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• If the IP Address is not in that range, please do the following: Click on “Release All” and “Renew All” to obtain a “Dynamic IP Address” from the DI-704P within the range of 192.168.0.100 to 192.168.0.199. Configuring the DI-704P with the Web browser Note: Please disable any proxy server setting for the web browser.
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Configuring the DI-704P with the Web browser Type “admin” in the “System Password” field. Click on “Log in” Click on “Setup”...
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Configuring the DI-704P with the Web browser Click “Change” (Please see separate instructions below for DSL and Cable users.) For DSL users: Select “PPP over Ethernet” if you are using a PPPoE client to connect to your DSL provider (contact your DSL provider if you are uncertain.)
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Configuring the DI-704P with the Web browser For DSL users (continued): Enter the PPPoE Account and Password that your ISP assigned to you. Leave the password field blank if you do not want to change the password. Input the PPPoE Service Name if your ISP requires it.
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Configuring the DI-704P with the Web browser For Cable Users: Select “Dynamic IP Address.” Click “Save.” Enter the “Host Name” given to you by your cable provider (for example, “@Home.”) For information on configuring a back-up dial-up modem, please see the “Configuration”...
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2. Use “Help” on the Main Menu. 3. Refer to the troubleshooting section in the user’s manual. Your DI-704P Ethernet Broadband Router is now ready to use. Please proceed to the “Print Server Installation” instructions that follow if you plan to use the Print...
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NOTE: Installing the Print Server software is only necessary if you plan to use the Print Server function of the D-Link DI-704P. If you choose to use the print server function, plug the printer cable from your printer into the printer port on the DI-704P, if you have not already done so.
Print Server Installation To select the default folder, Click “Next” Note: It is recommended that you click “Next” in the above window. However, if necessary, Click “Browse” to select an alternate folder. When this window is displayed, Click “Finish,” to complete the Setup. -11-...
Note: If your printer is not installed, go to START>SETTINGS>PRINTERS. Double Click on the “Add Printer” icon. Follow the “Add Printer Wizard.” When requested to specify a port, select “D-Link LPT Port (Print Server.)” When setting up the printer, please use the drivers provided by the printer manufacturer.
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Choose the “Details” tab. (In Windows 2000 or NT, choose the “Ports” tab.) At the “Add Port” pull-down menu, choose “D-Link LPT port (Print Server.)” Please make sure the proper printer driver is selected. Click “Port Settings.” (For Windows 2000/NT users: Click “Configure Port.”)
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Configuring your printer Type in the “IP address” of the DI-704P. Click “OK” In the previous window, make sure the settings are correct. Click “OK” You have completed configuring your printer. Appendix A: Assigning a Static IP Address Go to START>SETTINGS>CONTROL PANEL Double-click the “network”...
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Please use 192.168.0.xxx (where “xxx” is a number between 2 and 99) to input into the “IP Address” field. The “Subnet Mask” is: 255.255.255.0 Under the “Gateway” tab, add the IP address of the DI-704P into the “New gateway” field. The default address is 192.168.0.1. Click on “Add.”...
Contacting Technical Support You can find the most recent software and user documentation on the D-Link website. D-Link provides free technical support for customers within the United States for the duration of the warranty period on this product.
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