The D-Link DFL-600 VPN Router enables your network to connect to the
Internet via a secure, private connection using a Cable or DSL modem. The
Virtual Private Network (VPN) that is created on the Internet between your
home and a VPN server in your office is secure from interference when you
use the DFL-600.
It is an ideal way to connect your computer to a Local Area Network (LAN).
After completing the steps outlined in the Quick Install Guide (included in
your package) you will have the ability to share information and resources,
such as files and printers, and take full advantage of a secure “connected”
environment.
Connect the WAN port on the DFL-600 to the Ethernet port on your
Cable/DSL modem using an Ethernet cable. Your entire LAN can now
access the Internet using just one Internet account. The DFL-600 has 3 LAN
ports, one DMZ port, and one WAN port. That means that 3 computers can
share the benefits of the DFL-600-equipped network and 1 computer can be
configured as a server for Internet applications that may conflict with the
advanced protection from intrusion offered by your new DFL-600.
For the price of one Internet account, the DHCP-capable DFL-600 will
automatically provide unique IP Addresses for all the computers on the
network. (DHCP stands for Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol. It is a
protocol for assigning IP Addresses automatically. With a DHCP router like
the DFL-600, there is no need to assign static IP Addresses, or purchase
multiple addresses from your Internet Service Provider.)
Everyone in your home can access the Internet on his or her own computer, at
the same time, without any noticeable decrease in speed and with Firewall
Protection, Hacker-attack logging, and Virtual Private Networking, the DFL-
600 provides a level of security suitable for many businesses.
This manual provides a quick introduction to network technology. Please
take a moment to read through this manual and get acquainted with your
DFL-600.