Hey I'm not sure if it will help or not but I've got a D-Link 624 (which is very sweet)...The logon name should be admin with the password blank (unless you did change it). To foward ports I just use the feature built into the messenger which usually works fine...sometimes it may take a few tries but eventually it gives in...On my router config. utility, I go into advanced, and then Firewall. which you can usually see what Xlink forwarded. On the subject of the 810+, I've got a G810 which is like the same but at 108mbps instead of 22 (hehe). I didnt change any of the settings except for the SSID and the channel but if your never changed any settings on the router it should connect just like that. The default setttings for all D-Link stuff is SSID: default and Channel: 6. Note that the firmware of your router your using will work. Always keep the a backup firmware incase u f something up. Also, Just cause it dosnt say Xbox Live Compatiple doesn't mean it wont work, like firmware 2.28 instead of 2.25 on the 624.... <