D-Link DSL-2870B Operation & User’s Manual

2 Table of Contents Table of Contents ................................................................................................... 2 Product Overview ................................................................................................... 4 Package Contents ... ...

3 Networking Basics ............................................................................................ 123 Wireless Basics ................................................................................................ 125 Wireless Modes .............................. ...

4 Product Overview Package Contents This product should contain all of the below mentioned items within its packaging: • One DSL-2870B Wireless ADSL2+ Router • One Power Adapter • One CD containing the User Manual • One twisted-pair telephone cable used for DSL connectio ...

5 Features • Faster Wireless Networking - The DSL-2870B provides up to 300Mbps* for the 2.4GHz band and 450Mbps* for the 5GHz band wireless connection with other 802.11n wireless clients. This capability allows users to participate in real-time activities online, such as video ...

6 Hardware Overview Front Panel Number Description 1 Power - A steady green light indicates the unit is powered on. When the device is powered off this remains dark. During the Power On Self Test this light will be red. If this light remains red after the POST, a malfunction has ...

7 Rear Panel Number Description 1 ADSL Port - Use the DSL cable to connect to your telephone line (RJ-11 port). 2 USB Port - Use the USB port to connect your USB device. 3 Ethernet Ports - Use the Ethernet ports to connect the router to your Ethernet LAN or Ethernet devices. 4 5 ...

8 Basic Installation This section will walk you through the installation process. Placement of the router is very important. Do not place the router in an enclosed area such as a closet, cabinet, or in the attic or garage. Before You Begin Please read and make sure you understan ...

9 Additional Software It may be necessary to install software on your computer that enables the computer to access the Internet. Additional software must be installed if you are using the device a simple bridge. For a bridged connection, the information needed to make and mainta ...

10 Information you will need from your ADSL service provider Username This is the Username used to log on to your ADSL service provider’s network. Your ADSL service provider uses this to identify your account. Password This is the Password used, in conjunction with the Usernam ...