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Router set-up and installation, 3 access the router with your web browser – D-Link DCS-5220 User Manual

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D-Link DCS-50 User Manual

Section - Security

The following steps generally apply to any router that you have on your network. The D-Link DIR-655 is used as an

example to clarify the configuration process. Configure the initial settings of the DIR-655 by following the steps outlined

in the DIR-655 Quick Installation Guide.

3 Access the Router with Your Web Browser

If you have cable or DSL Internet service, you will most likely have a

dynamically assigned WAN IP Address. ‘Dynamic’ means that your

router’s WAN IP address can change from time to time depending on

your ISP. A dynamic WAN IP Address identifies your router on the

public network and allows it to access the Internet. To find out what

your router’s WAN IP Address is, go to the Status menu on your router

and locate the WAN information for your router (as shown on the next

Router Set-Up and Installation

Your WAN IP Address will be listed on the router’s

Status > Device Info page.