Connecting and setting up the d link dir 320 router. An old horse, it doesn’t spoil the furrow

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Connecting to the Internet is a technically complex operation. In turn, the client must also understand what type of connection he will use, what speeds he wants to receive and what he expects from the new connection.

D-Link router model Dir-320 – has established itself as a reliable budget device with good functionality and a number of additional features that are missing in most cheap routers. If a user is looking for a router for distributing the Internet in an apartment or house, this will be the most correct choice in terms of price and quality.

First of all, routers differ in the type of connection. D-Link version Dir uses fiber optic cable and FTTx technology for connection; the maximum transfer speed with this type of connection reaches 90 MB/s. This is enough to download an HD movie within one minute. But do not forget that the traffic speed is controlled by the operator and depends on the package ordered by the user.

There are several varieties of Dir-320 routers; the differences lie in the color of the case. The functionality is the same, they are configured according to the same scheme.

As already mentioned, this is a budget model, so functions such as setting up a repeater (repeater) or setting up a torrent client on the router are not provided. But using third-party firmware, some additional features are added that are not related to hardware, for example, connecting a D-link router model Dir-320 in torrent client mode.

Appearance

The router is a rectangular “box” measuring 14x3x11 cm. Made of rigid plastic with a glossy surface.

At the front of Dir is a panel that displays the status of connections. If we look at it from left to right, the first icon is responsible for connecting the Dir router to the power grid. Next comes the globe icon. It becomes active if the network cable is connected, that is, access to the Internet is obtained. This is followed by the Wi-Fi indicator, displaying the network distribution from Dir. The next four computer icons display the number of connected users via the Lan cable. The maximum possible number of clients is therefore four. And the last icon is responsible for the presence of a connection between the USB device and the router. Through the USB connector it is possible, for example, to directly connect the printer to Dir-320.

On the back of the router there are built-in connectors and a Reset button, as well as a power output, where a wire from a unit with a voltage of only 5V is connected. The Dir router is assigned the third - last - level of security and does not pose any harm to humans and pets.

Now directly about the Dir connectors. Let's start the review from right to left. The first input is Internet: the main cable with the Internet is connected to it, an RJ-45 connector. Next come similar inputs, but for connecting users to a PC. A local network is configured between them and the Dir modem.

You can connect your computer to any free outlet, after which the DHCP server will assign it an IP address. Information about the address can be found in the Dir modem settings menu. The last connector is intended for connecting other devices that operate via USB (printer, 3G router) to the Dir router. This is an additional feature. If you configure Dir, it is capable of transmitting traffic not through a cable.

You can also see the antenna in the picture; there is only one in this configuration. But the power is enough to distribute Wi-Fi over an area of 50-60 square meters, taking into account concrete walls, the presence of electrical wiring and other sources of channel pollution. If necessary, the antenna can be easily dismantled and replaced with a more powerful one.

Connection and preparation for work

After the user has unpacked the router, it is necessary to assemble it. It comes with: antenna, power supply and stand. The block is connected to the back of the Dir router, the connector is designated “5V 2A”, that is, it operates at a voltage of five volts. According to the instructions, first the parts are connected to the equipment, and only then the power is connected to Dir.

Connecting to the Internet occurs in two ways: using a regular network cable coming from a public network, or using a wireless USB 3/4 G router connected to the USB connector near the antenna.

Now that the power is supplied and there is access to the network, you need to launch and configure the D-link Dir-320 router for the first time. For initial setup, the Dir router must be connected to a laptop or PC via a regular Lan cable, built into one of the four ports on the Dir router. Now let's move directly to managing parameters.

Settings

After the circuit is assembled and everything is connected, the Dir router is turned on. By default, some settings of the D-link Dir-320 router are performed automatically. For example, he takes the IP address 192.168.0.1, through which he can later connect to him and make changes to the configuration. Here are some examples of automatic configuration.

Automatic setup

For the convenience of users, as well as the speed of connecting devices, an “Automatic Configuration Wizard” has been added to the router menu: Wi-Fi, Internet (all protocols PPPoE, PPTP, connection via static, dynamic IP using 3G) and IPTV.

The wizard works in such a way that when adding any connection, the user does not have to fill out the configuration form at all. By saving the configurations set automatically, it will create a working network. A slight exception is the PPPoE network, since for its operation you will need to enter data provided by the provider. Otherwise, the network will be created, but without Internet access.

Also, the Setup Wizard does not generate passwords, so a Wi-Fi network created with its help will be open to public access. The user is allowed to make changes to the configurations set by the Wizard, thus creating a convenient and flexible interaction system, thanks to which time is saved, and there is no need to search for information on items that are unclear to the user.

Connecting to the Internet manually using the example of some providers

Some providers provide direct access to the Internet only if the client has a login and password. To do this, they use various types of connections PPPoE, L2TP. In this case, you will need to fill in the necessary data and manually configure the D-link router model Dir-320.

For most providers, the connection methods will be different, but entering the router settings directly from a PC is always the same. If the Dir router is connected, as indicated in the previous section, you need to open any browser and enter the line: 192.168.0.1. The main window will open:

By default, the username and password are the same - admin. After authorization, you can change it if you wish. If the password and login have not been changed, but access cannot be obtained, you need to reset the current settings. This is done by using the Reset button. When Dir is working, you should hold down the button until the lights on the panel simultaneously go out and light up again. After which the standard authentication data will definitely do.

Now directly about setting up the Dir router for certain providers.

Home ru

This provider provides services along with equipment. The company installs its own firmware on the router, so when purchasing named devices, there are no connection problems, and the procedure occurs automatically. But there is one drawback: the Dir router cannot be used when switching to another provider. Therefore, it would be more correct to purchase a factory Dir and configure it manually.

First you need to go to the “Network” tab and view the presence of working WAN connections, if they work, select and delete. Then create a new one. The main thing is to select the connection type during the connection process: for Dom.ru it is PPPoE. The PPP prefix means that access will require entering data provided by the provider. When signing the contract, the subscriber is given a “Username” and “Password” entered in the “PPP Settings” section.

The remaining fields remain unchanged. “Service name” can be any name here. Add the created network and be sure to save the configuration so that it does not disappear after a reboot or power loss.

Rostelecom

The Rostelecom company also offers its users a Wi-Fi router "D-Link" Dir with its own firmware. But the connection algorithm is no different. The user will also need to delete working connections in the “Networks, WAN” tab.

Then add a new PPPoE type, enter authentication data and save it.

"Beeline"

Many are accustomed to the fact that Beeline deals only with mobile communications and wireless Internet. But lately there have often been areas where it is possible to order wired Internet and IPTV services from Beeline. It is enough to have the official firmware version on any compatible router for everything to work stably and without failures

You can try to establish a connection without the latest firmware version Dir. The main thing is to open the advanced settings, find the “Network, WLAN” field, and delete all existing connections. Next, add a new one. “L2TP with dynamic IP” is selected as the network type.

To connect to the NetByNet network, it is advisable to update the device firmware. Next, go to the networks menu and if there are ready-made ones in it, delete everything completely. Then create a new one with the network type PPTP.

First of all, in the menu that appears, you need to select a dynamic IP type. In the Ip/Name Vpn Server field you must enter the provider's server. This information is provided to the client by the company providing the connection. For example, for Moscow the address is ppp.lan. You will also need to enter the username and password provided by the provider. The last point is to select the type of mod to be connected; it is set to the Always position. At the end, the configurations are saved.

The provider also provides connection services using the PPPoE protocol. The algorithm is identical to Dom.ru.

Backup connection via 3G, 4G

The technical characteristics of the D-Link router allow for a backup connection. This means that not only the Lan cable is used as a traffic source, but also 3/4G wireless modems.

It’s worth noting right away that this function is available in the device, but not on all types of firmware. Before trying to connect, you should update the software version. As a rule, the version information states whether it supports connecting third-party mobile devices or only works with a Lan cable.

Next, you should proceed to the procedure for connecting and setting up a wireless router. First you need to connect it to the Dir Dlink router and apply voltage to it. Now go to the familiar address: 192.168.0.1. The user will be interested in the WAN network section. Create a new connection here. Select 3G or 4G as the network type depending on the modem type.

In the “Provider” section, you need to change the manual type to the country/region from which you are connecting. For example, Russia. This is where the provider is selected. After this, all items are filled in automatically. All the user needs to do is save the changes and wait a few minutes for the Dir router to reconnect to the new network.

Wireless network

To set up a wireless network, the Wi-Fi router must be turned on and have access to the Internet. By default, the network is open and has a standard name - Dir. But this needs to be changed so that only the user has access. To do this, you need to set a password for Dir. First, find the router settings and open the Wi-Fi section. Pay attention to whether there is a checkmark next to “Wireless connection”. She must be present. Then you will need to fill in the fields:

SSID: here you need to enter the name of the future Wi-Fi, as the user would like to see it among the available connections, for example, HomeWiFi.

Channel: the data transfer speed will depend on this parameter. By default, they all work at the same speed, but if there are many users on one channel (they are not necessarily connected to a personal network, they can also be connected to a neighbor’s), then problems with speed begin. To determine which channel is free, you should use special applications on your mobile device. If this option is not available, it makes sense to choose among 5-8. They are usually the least busy.

Mode: Limits the maximum possible transmission speed. 802.11 B/G/N is considered the modern standard, and should be chosen.

Encryption type: this is exactly the answer to the question: how to set a password on wi-fi Dir-320. It is at this point that you choose how the subscriber’s data will be protected. The most secure encryption currently is WPA2. Well, the user himself comes up with the password. It must consist of at least eight characters: letters and numbers.

IPTV

To start setting up IPTV, you must first connect the set-top box to the Dir router via one of the Lan outputs. The numbering of the port for connecting IPTV is not important, but the fourth one is most often used. Then you should go to the Dir settings and find the IP television section. Here indicate which port was selected and save changes. Most providers use a simple connection scheme. To do this, you need to go to advanced settings, find all ports in the Vlan group and delete them. Next, go to the WAN section, the “Port” field, indicate the TV set-top box you are using. In the “Tag” column, enter the value untagged. Now all that remains is to save the changes for the scheme to work.

Dynamic DNS

The Dir router has a dynamic DNS feature. In order to activate it, you need to go to the DNS settings or, when creating a network, specify what type of server will be used: static or dynamic.

You can also set an alternative address that the user enters independently, and in case of problems with the main one, the transition will be carried out through an additional one.

DNS allows you to work with another convenient remote access server to the Dir router - DDNS. To use it, you will need to register your own domain name. For these purposes, it is recommended to use the official website dlinkddns.com. After registering and linking your domain name to the IP on the site, the user will have the necessary data to create remote access.

Next, return to the advanced settings of the router Dir, find the DDNS section in the “Advanced” tab. Once you open the settings, you will need to create a new connection. In the “Hostname” field, add the domain name received during registration. The “Username” section must contain the login used during registration. The password for the network is created by the subscriber himself. The last item is “Update period”. Here the value is set to 60. After everything, you should return to the advanced settings and save the changes.

To control access to resources, Dir has a parental control function. The user enters into the list the addresses of sites to which access will be prohibited. It also configures the time and days of the week during which access to them will be open or, conversely, limited.

Security settings (antivirus, firewall)

To enhance PC security, use the firewall settings in the Dir router to filter outgoing IP addresses. To do this, you need to go to the advanced menu and find the “Firewall” tab, where first you need to add a rule in the Port Forwarding section. Next, the packet direction is set in the Firewall tab. The penultimate stage: you will need to enter a rule that controls the receipt of packets from IP addresses and specify the end port. The last step is to specify an exclusion rule to receive packets.

This is the basic plan for working with the Firewall of the Dir router. All addresses and ports are selected individually. This allows you to block access from sites that do not comply with the requirements and can harm your PC.

Setting up the printer

Printers with USB connectors are directly connected to the Dir router. This allows users of the same group connected via a Lan network to use it together.

The DLNA server allows you to watch free IPTV on several smart TVs, and for free. In this case, there is a chance to use one, as well as different channels. To do this, the Dir router must have the appropriate firmware - DD-WRT.

First you need to download it from any known resource. Then you will need to check the network settings on Windows. First of all, in the Start menu, find “Control Panel”. Here select “Network and Internet,” then “Network and Sharing Center,” then “Change adapter settings.”

Then you need to right-click on the “Local Area Connection” icon and select “Properties”. Here find the “Internet Protocol Version 4” section, select properties, check that both submenu items are in automatic mode. If necessary, change and save them.

Next, go to the router settings Dir, change its version using DD-WRT firmware, as indicated in the “Firmware update” paragraph. The reconfiguration procedure takes about 3-4 minutes. Then return to the Windows settings, the item where the IP address was determined automatically, change to the second one, enter the following Ip: 192.168.1.2.

To get into the router configuration, you need to use the address 192.168.1.1 in the browser. When you first log in, you need to register, to do this, create a username and password. Remember them, as they will be required for further use of the Dir router. Next, go to the “DHCP Server” settings and check the configuration: the status should be automatic. Now that IP addresses are distributed in automatic mode, go to the network card settings and change the “Obtaining an IP address” item to automatic.

After the operations have been completed, you can safely connect the set-top box via a Lan cable and enjoy watching your favorite TV shows.

Setting up a VPN server

Network equipment does not support creating a separate VPN server, but it is possible to use third-party options. When you create a PPTP connection, you will be able to connect to a VPN server. It ensures the confidentiality of user data. That is, the provider will not be able to view which sites have been visited. To set up such a connection, you need to fill in all the fields in the IP section that opens when creating a PPTP network. Passwords, IP address and the VPN server itself are provided by the provider; the data is usually included in the contract.

Possible malfunctions, ways to eliminate them

Often, when it comes to a Dir router malfunction, the problem comes down to incorrect settings. If Dir fails, the device stops working in most cases.

If there are connection interruptions, first of all you should check whether the configurations are set correctly.

Most often this happens with Wi-Fi. If the user does not see his connection in the available ones, or it appears and disappears, then the channel needs to be changed; most likely, it is overloaded. If the network is found, but the IP address is constantly being authenticated, it means that the DHCP settings on the Link Dir have gone wrong and it has switched from automatic to manual mode.

When the Internet disappears directly on the PC via a Lan connection, this may be due to the automatic settings described above in the section of the same name. Or you need to update the firmware of your network device. The section on how to carry out this action is given below in the article.

Firmware update

Updating the firmware to the latest version, or installing a third-party assembly, will expand the number of functions performed by the router. But first you need to find out which version is currently installed so as not to use an outdated one. A description of the router, its characteristics, as well as the firmware version are written on the bottom side of the device. Installation of a new firmware version for this model is provided only through the web interface. Knowing the necessary information, you should begin the update process itself.

Via web interface

You need to download the firmware version that interests the user from the official website or other resource. Today there are quite a lot of them and they offer very interesting assemblies. Now that the file is on your computer, you need to go to the router settings and find the “Software Update” item. Here you will find the “Browse” button, clicking on which will open a menu with a file selection. You must select the directory downloaded earlier and then start the update procedure.

Important! Under no circumstances should you interrupt the firmware installation process; this will lead to failure of the router itself.

The whole procedure takes about three minutes, after completion the Dir router will reboot.

Resetting the router to factory settings

There are two ways to perform a factory reset. In the first case, you will need a thin long object, for example a pin, to press the reset button for 10-15 seconds. After this, the equipment will reset all configurations.

For the second method, you will need to use the interface; to do this, go to the router settings and select the “System” menu, where there is the “Restore default settings” option. Select it and carry out the reset procedure.

After the above steps, passwords and logins will be reset to standard ones. To enter the settings you will need to enter admin/admin, the wi-fi network will be renamed to Dir and will become open.

Conclusion

The Dir router that was reviewed is worth the money. This is a budget router, but with a good set of features that are not found in all expensive models. In addition, the router is equipped with a USB connector, through which you can connect a printer, as well as configure other Powerline USB devices. This includes portable 3/4 G-routers, so it’s almost impossible to stay with it without the Internet. It is also worth noting that the Dir device is powered by only five volts, which saves energy consumption, and in emergency situations it will be possible to power it from a battery.

Pros of Link Dir

Users cite the following advantages of the Dir router:

Price.
Ability to connect a large number of users via Lan and Wi-Fi.
Availability of a secure VPN connection.
3G backup function.
Availability of a large number of firmware for Dir, ease of installation.
Possibility of expanding functionality using firmware.
Automatic network creation upon first connection.
Manage settings from mobile devices.
Availability of IPTV function for several devices connected to Dir.
Creating parental controls to manage visited resources.

Cons of Link Dir

The following parameters received a negative rating:

Inability to work in multiple ranges.
Does not support: IPSec, IEE802.1q, IPv6.
Maximum Wi-Fi speed is 54 Mb/s.
No repeater mode.
There are no dynamic routing protocols.
There is no console port and SNMP.

The Dir router also has other disadvantages related to its functionality, but the number of additional features, as well as the low cost, outweigh the disadvantages.

Ports - 1 WAN and 4 LAN. The first type of WAN port is used to connect to a wide area network - in our case, this port is used to connect an incoming cable from the provider. Connect the cable that goes into the apartment to it. LAN - used to connect computers located in your apartment. Connect computers that need to access the Internet to them using regular network cables (patch cords). The router dir 320 has a built-in administrative interface for configuration, simply put - a special web page, by going to which you can configure the router. To do this, you need to use any computer connected to the LAN port on the router.

The default parameters of a new router in DIR models are usually indicated on a special sticker at the bottom of the case - usually IP - 192.168.0.1, login - admin, password - empty field, but there may be other values. Check these parameters on the sticker or in the user manual. If your router is not new and has already been used by someone, find in the instructions a paragraph on the procedure for resetting parameters to factory settings; usually for this you use a special recessed “reset” button on the back of the case, which you need to press with something sharp and hold for several seconds .

Please note that after connecting to the network, a new router automatically assigns a set of network settings to all computers connected to the LAN ports, so make sure that no IP addresses are specified in the network card settings; all values should be set to “receive automatically”.

Setting up a computer to connect to the DIR-320 router

We connect the DIR-320 router to a power outlet.
We connect the computer’s network card to the router with a wire, connect to any free port LAN1-LAN4.
We connect the Internet cable to the INTERNET / Lan port.
Go to the properties of the local network connection.

Select “Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)” and click “Properties”.

In “Properties”, check the parameters “Obtain an IP address automatically” and “Obtain DNS server address automatically”

We look at the automatically received settings.

Setting up a DIR 320 router for the Triolan provider

After you have found out the parameters of your router (login and password), open the browser and enter 192.168.0.1 in the address bar. If everything is correct, you will be prompted for authorization - enter your username and password. We log in using the following parameters:

Login: admin
Password: do not enter anything (empty).

Click “Internet Connection Setup Wizard”.

In the next window, click “Next”.

Set your password, then click “Next”.

We determine your time zone (Ukraine - GMT+02:00). NTP Server Used: ntp1.dlink.com, click “Next”.

Select the connection type “Static IP Address Connection”.

We indicate the following DNS addresses (for all subscribers of the Triolan provider):

DNS 1: 109.86.2.2

DNS 2: 109.86.2.21

We see a notification that the setup is complete, click “Connect”.

Let's check if the Internet is working, if so, then you did everything right!

Setting up wifi on the dir 320 router

It is very important to understand that properly setting up wireless network security is responsible for limiting access to your Internet account and protecting your money. If your wireless access point is not configured correctly, third parties may connect to it and use the Internet at your expense.

Please note that the correct configuration of the wireless module and the protection of one’s own account information is the subscriber’s task; the provider is not responsible for the safety of the subscriber’s funds in this case. The minimum level of security settings for the wireless module is an encryption level of at least WPA/ . The use of WEP or OpenSystem is strongly discouraged.

To configure wifi on the dir 320 module router, press the “SYSTEM” menu button, then “WIRELESS SETUP”, then select “MANUAL WIRELESS CONNECTION SETUP”

Wireless Settings

WiFi protected setup (WCN2.0) – disable
Enable Wireless - enable
Wireless Network Name () – any wireless network name convenient for you, for example HOME
Enable Auto Channel Selection – enable
WMM Enable – disable
Enable Hidden Wireless – disable
Security Mode – WPA/WPA2
Cipher type - TKIP
PSK/EAP - PSK
Network key – any secret key of your network (min. 8 characters, English letters and numbers)

Click “SAVE SETTINGS” - the settings will be saved.

After making any changes, you must reboot the router for them to take effect. To do this, click the “REBOOT” button in the menu on the left.

Video instructions for setting up the D-link DIR-320 router for VPN (PPTP) connection

Setting up a VPN connection on the D-link DIR-320 router

Dynamic PPoE Settings

My internet connection is – (Username/password)
Dynamic PPPoE - selected
User Name – your login for Internet access
Password – your password for accessing the Internet
Service Name - home
RetypePassword – retype your password for Internet access

Click “SAVE SETTINGS” - the settings will be saved. After making any changes, you must reboot the router for them to take effect. To do this, click the “REBOOT” button in the menu on the left.

To check the correct settings and reconnect PPPoE, click the “STATUS” button in the top menu.

On this page you can use the “CONNECT”, “DISCONNECT” buttons to initiate a connection or disconnect a connection.

The current connection status is displayed in the column on the left and one of the router's LEDs.

You can download it here.

You can connect the DIR-320 router to the Internet using an external modem or a regular Internet cable provided by your provider. All parameters are specified in the web interface; setting up the router does not require installing a separate application. D-Link devices have a large number of settings that allow you to achieve optimal home network performance.

Connecting the DIR-320 router and logging into the web interface

You can configure the router with a wired or Wi-Fi connection. Insert into the router the Internet cable that was installed into the premises by your provider. To do this, use the last port, indicated in gray. Connect your home computers using the LAN ports highlighted in blue on the back panel.

Insert the power supply plug into the “5V-2A” connector. If the Internet is connected via an external 2G/3G modem, insert it into the “USB” connector. Plug the DIR-320 into a power outlet only after connecting all cables and external devices. Otherwise, the router may malfunction or be damaged.

Connect the network on the computer from which you will change the parameters of the D-Link DIR-320 router. If using Wi-Fi, select "D-Link" from the list of wireless connections. By default, there is no encryption, so you can complete the operation without entering a password. If you are using a cable connection, insert the plug into the Ethernet port of your computer or laptop.

On your chosen device, open a web browser such as Google Chrome. In the address bar of the program, enter the IP through which you will access the settings of the DIR-320 router. The address in the router's standard firmware is: 192.168.0.1. On the page that opens, you will need to enter data to access the control panel. Standard login and password: “admin”. Fill out the text fields and click “Login.”

Note! If the account on the D-Link DIR-320 was changed earlier, reset the router settings. To do this, press and hold the “Reset” button on the rear panel for 10 seconds. When the factory settings are restored, log in again using the default data.

If you enter your account information correctly, you will be redirected to the statistics page. Among other data, it displays the total amount of RAM on the DIR-320 router and the amount of available memory. Below is the time since the D-Link router was last turned on.

Internet connection via 2G/3G modem

To establish a connection through an external device, go to the “Internet Settings” menu and in the first field, check the “USB Adapter” value. Select your carrier name from the following drop-down list. If the system does not have data for your 2G or 3G provider, set the value to " " and write the operator's name in the next text box.

In the “Username” and “Password” sections, enter the information provided by your provider. If necessary, enter the dial-up number in the appropriate field and the name of the access point in the “APN” line. You can find out the necessary information in technical support or on the official website of your Internet provider. It is recommended to leave the remaining points unchanged.

Open the “USB modem -> Information” section. In the first list, specify the modem type depending on the wireless generation you are using. Allow access to mobile Internet in the second drop-down list. The remaining rows of the table will contain information about the connected device. Click the "Connect" button in the lower right corner of the page.

Important! If the modem is not recognized, unplug it, then plug it back into the USB port and click the "Update" button below the table.

Some operators require you to enter a PIN code to connect to the mobile Internet. You can specify this information in the same menu, through the “PIN” section. Enter the current digital password provided by your operator in the PIN field. To prevent the system from prompting you for a code each time you connect, check the box and click “Apply.”

Cable connection of DIR-320 to the Internet

Open the "Network" menu and go to the "P-t-p interfaces" tab. By default, their list will be empty. To create a new interface for D-Link, click the Add link in the connection table. In this section, you can create a network connection using the L2TP, PPTP and PPPoE protocols.

Select the connection type from the first list. It can be specified in the agreement concluded with the Internet provider. Account details are also indicated there if they are required to establish a connection. If there is no contract, you can clarify the data by calling or writing to the support of the company that provides Internet connection services. Fill in the required fields and click “Edit”.

Connecting with a static IP is done in a similar way. When you select “Static” in the “Interface Type” section, new text fields appear: IP address, network mask, MAC address. All this data is also provided by the provider.

The “Status -> Network Statistics” section contains information about the operation of different interfaces, including:

Assigned addresses;
Reception and return speed;
Number of received and sent packets;
Dropped packets;
Packets received with errors.

Setting network parameters

You can manage running interfaces in the “Network -> Network Interfaces” section. The current connection status is displayed next to each entry. Each of them can be temporarily stopped or disabled. Available interfaces include connected LAN devices (laptops, computers and other home network devices), Wi-Fi and WiMAX wireless technologies.

To add DNS servers, go to the “Name Servers” section. The default “Configuration method” field is set to automatically receive values from the Internet provider. Selecting “Manual” will allow you to specify other DNS servers. You will be able to enter their IP addresses in the second text box. To save addresses, click “Edit”.

The assignment of IP addresses within the local network is performed by the DHCP server. Open the “DHCP Settings” tab to change its operating mode. In the “Static DHCP” table you can bind permanent addresses for individual devices. The match is determined by the MAC address.

You can find out the MAC address of the device for further binding in its settings. For computers running the Windows operating system, the MAC is determined on the command line. To do this, use the command: “ipconfig /all”.

The settings of the current server can be changed by clicking on its name. The most important parameters in this table are the start and end addresses of the range. The system will automatically assign IP addresses from this numerical range to new clients. If you need to change it, make sure that the new values are within the range allocated for local networks.

Training video: Step-by-step setup of D-link DIR-320 for dummies

Wi-Fi setup

Open the “Network -> Wireless Connection” tab. The first checkbox is responsible for the operation of the Wi-Fi module. If you remove it, the router's wireless broadcasting will be stopped. Other options:

Hide access point—makes the network invisible in the general list.
SSID is the Wi-Fi name that will be displayed when searching for networks.
Country—allows you to select the territory in which the device is used. The parameter affects the list of allowed channels.
Channel—band number within the Wi-Fi frequency. Standard value: 6.
To select the encryption type and specify the Wi-Fi access key, click “Security Settings.”

In the first list, select the network authentication method. By default, the connection to D-Link is unencrypted and no password is required to connect to Wi-Fi. It is recommended not to leave the value “Open” to avoid interception of network traffic. Select a different authentication type and set a PSK key (the password that will be used for Wi-Fi).

Important video: D LINK dir 320 router settings

Changing router system parameters

On the “System” tab, you can reboot the D-Link router or go to any subsection. If a reboot is performed by clicking a button in the Actions table, the changes made in the previous steps will not be applied. To save them, use another button: “Save and reload”. It is located in the upper right corner.

The “Administrator Password” section allows you to change the standard account information. To do this, select the “admin” user and check the “Change system password” checkbox. Enter the new password and its confirmation in the next two text fields. To ensure the best security for your home network, use complex passwords that contain special characters, numbers, lowercase and uppercase letters.

When all the necessary settings of the D-Link DIR-320 Wi-Fi router have been changed, it is recommended to save the configuration to a file. Go to the menu item “System -> Configuration”, click “Backup” and select the directory in which the backup will be written. If the router malfunctions or another user accidentally restores the factory configuration, you can return the settings from the saved file.

Advice! To restore factory settings, use the corresponding item in the same menu.

D-Link recommends updating your router software regularly. Each new firmware contains not only expanded functionality, but also network security updates. Using the latest version of the software will protect your device from hacker attacks. The current version can be downloaded from the manufacturer’s website, in the “Support -> FTP” section.

The downloaded file is installed on the DIR-320 through the “System -> Software Update” menu. Click the “Browse” button and specify the path in the system where the new firmware is saved. Then click "Update" in the lower right corner. The update installation process will take several minutes. After the router automatically reboots, you will be able to use the new version of the software.

This article will provide detailed instructions for setting up the D-Link DIR-320 router to work with the Rostelecom provider. Let's touch on updating the firmware, setting up a Rostelecom PPPoE connection in the router interface, as well as installing a wireless Wi-Fi network and its security. So, let's begin.

Before setting up

First of all, I recommend carrying out a procedure such as updating the firmware. It is not at all difficult and does not require any special knowledge. Why is it better to do this: as a rule, a router purchased in a store has one of the first versions of firmware and by the time you buy it, the official D-Link website already has new ones that fix many errors that lead to broken connections and other unpleasant things.

After all the above steps have been completed, launch any Internet browser and enter 192.168.0.1 in its address bar and go to this address. As a result, you will see a dialog asking for a username and password to enter the router settings. The standard login and password for D-Link DIR-320 is admin and admin in both fields. After logging in, you should see the administration panel (admin panel) of the router, which will most likely look like this:

If it looks different, don’t be alarmed, just instead of the path described in the next paragraph, you should go to “Manually configure” - “System” - “Software update”.

At the bottom, select “Advanced Settings”, then on the “System” tab, click the double right arrow shown on the right. Click "Software Update". In the “Select update file” field, click “Browse” and specify the path to the firmware file that you downloaded earlier. Click Update.

During the process of flashing the D-Link DIR-320 firmware, the connection with the router may be interrupted, and the indicator running back and forth on the page with the router will show something completely different from what is actually happening. In any case, wait until it reaches the end or, if the page disappears, then wait 5 minutes to be sure. After that, go to 192.168.0.1 again. Now in the router admin panel you can see that the firmware version has changed. Let's move on to setting up the router.

Setting up a Rostelecom connection in DIR-320

Go to the advanced settings of the router and on the “Network” tab, select WAN. You will see a list of connections, in which one is already present. Click on it, and on the next page click the “Delete” button, after which you will return to the already empty list of connections. Click Add. Now we have to enter all the connection settings for Rostelecom:

In the “Connection type” field, select PPPoE
Below, in the PPPoE parameters, indicate the username and password issued by the provider

In fact, entering any additional settings is not required. Click “Save”. After this action, a page with a list of connections will open in front of you again, and at the top right there will be a notification that the settings have been changed and need to be saved. Be sure to do this, otherwise the router will have to be reconfigured every time power is turned off from it. After 30-60 seconds, refresh the page, you will see that the connection has changed from broken to connected.

Important note: in order for the router to establish a Rostelecom connection, a similar connection on the computer itself that you used before must be disabled. And in the future, you also don’t need to connect it - the router will do this, after which it will provide access to the Internet via local and wireless networks.

Setting up a Wi-Fi hotspot

Now let’s set up a wireless network, for which in the same “Advanced settings” section, in the “Wi-Fi” item, select “Basic settings”. In the main settings, you have the opportunity to set a unique name for the access point (SSID), different from the standard DIR-320: this will make it easier to identify it among neighbors. I also recommend changing the region from “Russian Federation” to “USA” - from personal experience, a number of devices do not “see” Wi-Fi with the Russia region, but everyone from the USA can see it. Save your settings.

The next point is to set a password for Wi-Fi. This will protect your wireless network from unauthorized access by neighbors and passers-by if you live on the lower floors. Click "Security Settings" in the Wi-Fi tab.

Specify WPA2-PSK as the encryption type, and enter any combination of Latin letters and numbers of at least 8 characters as the encryption key (password), then save all the settings you have made.

At this point, the wireless network setup is complete and you can connect via Wi-Fi to the Internet from Rostelecom from all devices that support it.

Setting up IPTV

To set up television on the DIR-320 router, all you need to do is select the appropriate item on the main settings page and indicate which of the LAN ports you will connect the set-top box to. In general, these are all the required settings.

If you want to connect your Smart TV to the Internet, then this is a slightly different situation: in this case, you just need to connect it with a wire to the router (or connect via Wi-Fi, some TVs can do this).