How to Setup a Wireless D-Link Router

Wireless routers make wireless Internet possible.

Wireless routers are used to create a wireless Internet network in a home or business. Unlike a direct connection, more than one computer can connect to the wireless network and access the Internet. Setting up the router is the most important part of setting up a wireless network because without the router, there is no connection for the network. D-Link wireless routers are a brand of routers available for a home or office network.

Things You'll Need

• Internet modem
• Ethernet cable
• D-Link router

Instructions

1. Unplug the cable or DSL modem. This is the Internet modem in the house or business that allows a direct Internet connection.

2. Plug the connecting cable into the modem. The D-Link router should come with an Ethernet cable to connect the modem and the router.

3. Plug the Ethernet cable into the router. Plug in the modem and router for power.

4. Configure the Internet router to activate it. D-Link routers have two available options, the wizard or the manual connection. Both use the "http://192.168.0.1" address. Type in the word "Admin" in the username box. There is no password for set-up, so click "OK" or "Enter."

5. Set up the wireless network. Connect the computer or computers to the network according to the computer. For example, a laptop has a built-in wireless adaptor, so it will connect without difficulty and the router will give it an IP address. Depending on the computer, a desktop might not have wireless adaptors built-in. If it does not, connect the wireless adaptor to a USB port. Reboot the D-Link router when prompted.

References

• Microsoft at Home: 4 Steps to Set Up Your Wireless Network
• PC Tech Bytes: D-Link Router Setup