Setting up a D-Link DIR 620 router - step-by-step instructions

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In this article we will provide detailed instructions for setting up the D-Link DIR-620 router. This router model has all the necessary functionality for distributing the Internet both “wired” and via a wireless Wi-Fi network. In addition to standard Ethernet connectors, the router is equipped with a USB port for connecting a USB modem, which provides connection to WiMAX and 3G GSM networks.

Authorization

In order to get to the router’s web interface, you need to open your Internet browser and type 192. 168.0.1 in the address bar, Username - admin , Password - admin (provided that the router has factory settings and its IP is not changed).

Difference between 615 and 620 models

The differences between routers of the same series are not large. Let's write a short description of the characteristics of D-Link DIR-615 and 620. Different characteristics:

Changing the factory password

For security reasons, it is recommended to change the factory password.

Default: Login admin , password admin .

In the router interface, you need to go to the System Administrator password menu .

In the New Password , enter a new password.

In the Confirm Password , repeat the new password.

Then click the Save Settings .

After this, the router will prompt you to re-enter its settings.

Conclusion

Using a DIR router allows you to easily access the Internet. For a beginner, all the necessary functions for connecting to the network are already available, so this device will be sufficient. And setting up the DIR 620 router according to our instructions is easy.

pros

The advantages of the DIR router include the following:

1. Inexpensive equipment.
2. Supports many functions: torrent, DLNA, control, printer, etc.
3. Easily configured on any firmware version.
4. Compact.
5. Works stably.

Minuses

The disadvantages of the 620th DIR router model include the following:

1. Overheats.
2. The old version of the software has many shortcomings and glitches.
3. Problems with WI-FI on the old revision.
4. Small range.

Setting up an Internet connection

On the Advanced Settings ; select Network ; ⇒ WAN ;.

Click on the Add button.

Preparatory actions

After purchasing, unpack the device and place it in the optimal location. The signal is blocked by concrete walls and running electrical appliances, such as a microwave oven. Consider these factors when choosing a location. The network cable should also be long enough to connect it from the router to the PC.

Pay attention to the back panel of the device. It contains all the available connectors, each with its own label, making connection easier. There you will find four LAN ports, one WAN, which is marked in yellow, USB and a connector for connecting the power cable.

The router will use the TCP/IPv4 data transfer protocol, the parameters of which must be checked through the operating system to obtain IP and DNS automatically.

We suggest that you read the article at the link below to understand how to independently check and change the values ​​of this protocol in Windows.

Now the device is ready for setup and next we will tell you how to do it correctly.

Setting up a PPPoE connection

1. In the Connection type: select PPPoE
2. In the Port , select the WAN port - it is listed there as Port 5 .
3. Username: Your login from the contract
4. Password: Your password from the agreement
5. Confirm password: repeat password
6. Authentication algorithm: Auto
7. Keep alive - check the box for permanent connection
8. MTU - change the value to 1450 or less

In the Miscellaneous , make sure that NAT and Firewall .

If your provider provides Internet television service, check the Enable IGMP .

Comments (18)

• Vladimir

  10/22/2013 at 09:47
  Guys, respect and respect for your help, from me and from my daughter! SmartTV with cartoons is already whistling. Now I ask you to help with connecting a network drive and setting up a torrent client in DIR-620.

  Answer

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• Andrey

  01/05/2014 at 00:22

  Everything works, thank you very much! But the Internet appears after 7-10 minutes, is it possible to somehow fix this?

  Answer

  admin

  01/09/2014 at 19:26

  I think it's possible. I just don't know what exactly your problem is.

  Answer

Setting up an L2TP connection

1. In the Connection type field: select L2TP + Dynamic IP
2. In the Port field, select the WAN port - it is listed there as Port 5.
3. Username: Your login from the contract
4. Password: Your password from the agreement
5. Confirm password: repeat password
6. VPN server address: enter the address of the provider's VPN server
7. Authentication algorithm: Auto
8. Keep alive - check the box for permanent connection
9. MTU - change the value to 1450 or less

In the Miscellaneous , make sure that NAT and Firewall .

If your provider provides Internet television service, check the Enable IGMP .

Click Save ;.

LAN configuration in Windows 7/10

In Windows, open Control Panel – Network and Sharing Center. Next, on the left, click on the “Change adapter settings” link. All your network connections will be displayed here. If you previously used the Internet on only one computer and the provider’s cable was connected directly to it, then a high-speed connection will definitely be on the list. Now there is no need for it, since the router will now connect to the Internet. All we have to do is configure “Local Area Network Connection”.

Right-click on the corresponding icon and select “Properties” from the menu that opens. Then go to the Internet Protocol Version 4 settings.

On the “General” tab, set the radio switches to the “Obtain an IP address automatically” and “Obtain DNS server address automatically” positions. Save the changes.

Now we can connect to the router via wire and make the necessary settings.

Configuring PPtP (VPN) while automatically obtaining a local IP address (DHCP)

1. In the Connection Type field: select PPTP + Dynamic IP
2. In the Name , enter the name of the connection (you don’t have to change it)
3. Username: Your login from the contract
4. Password: Your password from the agreement
5. Confirm password: repeat password
6. Connect automatically: check the box
7. MTU value to 1450 or less
8. Authentication algorithm: Auto
9. Keep alive - check the box for permanent connection
10. We save the settings with the Save the Reboot button, we reboot the router.

Reviews

DIR router consumers comment:

• “DIR is the best router in its price category. Served for more than 3 years and almost never let me down. Sometimes I rebooted a couple of times, but no more.”
• “Good price, speed is also decent, but not ideal. The flash drive falls off. After the update, DIR began to work better.”
• “The DIR router was purchased to organize a network in the office. I bought four of them. Everything works fine, but there is no full-fledged “Repeater” function. It's a shame."
• “At first I thought it was a waste of time to purchase this DIR, since everything worked terribly. Then I came across new software and reviews that you definitely need to install a new one on the D-link 620. Updated, now the Internet “flies”.

Setting up Wi-Fi on the router

1. From the advanced settings page, go to the Wi-Fi , select Basic settings ; and set the desired name of the wireless access point SSID . After that, click Edit ;.

2. After this, it is also recommended to set a password for your wireless network. To do this, go to the Wi-Fi security settings, select the authorization type (WPA2/PSK recommended), and then enter any password of at least 8 characters - this will help protect your wireless network from unauthorized access. Save your changes.

That's all: now you can try to use the Internet via a wireless Wi-Fi connection from a laptop, tablet or any other equipment.

Brief characteristics of the D-Link DIR-620 router

Saving/restoring router settings

After making the settings, it is recommended to save them so that if problems arise, you can restore them. To do this, go to the System Configuration menu .

1. Select saving the current configuration. To save the current settings of the router, the settings file will be saved to the specified location on the hard drive.
2. To restore settings from a file, you need to click and select Load a previously saved configuration into the device , specify the path to the settings file, then click the button.

Appearance

Before we start connecting the device, let's get to know it a little.

Front panel icons.