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Version 1.00 | February 12, 2016 User Manual AC1900 Wi-Fi Router DIR-879
Version 1.00 | February 12, 2016 User Manual AC1900 Wi-Fi Router DIR-879
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...Link DIR-879 User Manual i Preface D-Link reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes in part, without obligation to notify any person or organization of such revisions or changes. All Rights Reserved. All other third-party marks mentioned herein may not be trademarks of D-Link. Revision 1.00 Manual... Revisions Date February 12, 2016 Description • Initial release for revision A1 Trademarks D-Link and the D-Link logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of their ...
...Link DIR-879 User Manual i Preface D-Link reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes in part, without obligation to notify any person or organization of such revisions or changes. All Rights Reserved. All other third-party marks mentioned herein may not be trademarks of D-Link. Revision 1.00 Manual... Revisions Date February 12, 2016 Description • Initial release for revision A1 Trademarks D-Link and the D-Link logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of their ...
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... Contents 1 Minimum Requirements 2 Introduction 3 Hardware Overview 4 Back 4 LED 5 Installation 6 Before you Begin 6 Wireless Installation Considerations 7 Manual Setup 8 Configuration 11 Setup Wizard 12 QRS Mobile App 17 Web-based Configuration Utility 21 Home 22 Internet 22 DIR-879 23 Connected Clients 24 Settings 25 Wizard 25 Internet 25 Dynamic IP (DCHP 26 Static IP... 50 Features 52 QoS Engine 52 Firewall Settings 53 IPv4/IPv6 Rules 55 Port Forwarding 56 Virtual Server 57 Website Filter 58 Static Routes 59 D-Link DIR-879 User Manual ii
... Contents 1 Minimum Requirements 2 Introduction 3 Hardware Overview 4 Back 4 LED 5 Installation 6 Before you Begin 6 Wireless Installation Considerations 7 Manual Setup 8 Configuration 11 Setup Wizard 12 QRS Mobile App 17 Web-based Configuration Utility 21 Home 22 Internet 22 DIR-879 23 Connected Clients 24 Settings 25 Wizard 25 Internet 25 Dynamic IP (DCHP 26 Static IP... 50 Features 52 QoS Engine 52 Firewall Settings 53 IPv4/IPv6 Rules 55 Port Forwarding 56 Virtual Server 57 Website Filter 58 Static Routes 59 D-Link DIR-879 User Manual ii
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... IP address 93 Wireless Security 94 What is WPA 94 Technical Specifications 95 Contacting Technical Support 96 GPL Code Statement 97 Warranty 109 Registration 116 D-Link DIR-879 User Manual iii
... IP address 93 Wireless Security 94 What is WPA 94 Technical Specifications 95 Contacting Technical Support 96 GPL Code Statement 97 Warranty 109 Registration 116 D-Link DIR-879 User Manual iii
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Section 1 - D-Link DIR-879 User Manual 1 Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with the DIR-879 will cause damage and void the warranty for this product. Product Overview PProacdkuacgteOCvoentrevnietsw DIR-879 AC1900 Wi-Fi Router Power Adapter Ethernet Cable Wi-Fi Configuration Card Quick Install Guide If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller.
Section 1 - D-Link DIR-879 User Manual 1 Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with the DIR-879 will cause damage and void the warranty for this product. Product Overview PProacdkuacgteOCvoentrevnietsw DIR-879 AC1900 Wi-Fi Router Power Adapter Ethernet Cable Wi-Fi Configuration Card Quick Install Guide If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller.
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...® 7 or higher Windows® Users: Make sure you have the latest version of Java installed. Visit www.java.com to www.dlink.com/qrsmobileapp) D-Link DIR-879 User Manual 2 QRS Mobile Requirements For requirements refer to QRS Mobile page at: • iTunes Store (App Store > Utilities...
...® 7 or higher Windows® Users: Make sure you have the latest version of Java installed. Visit www.java.com to www.dlink.com/qrsmobileapp) D-Link DIR-879 User Manual 2 QRS Mobile Requirements For requirements refer to QRS Mobile page at: • iTunes Store (App Store > Utilities...
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...signal range. Section 1 - Check your network is a robust router solution that will give you can connect wherever and however you covered. D-Link DIR-879 User Manual 3 High Power Signal Amplifiers With its built-in an upstairs room, Skype from your home office, or browse and stream from IEEE Standard 802....11ac, 802.11a, 802.11g, and 802.11n specifications. The DIR-879 is easier than ever. Watch videos in high-power 1,000mW signal ...
...signal range. Section 1 - Check your network is a robust router solution that will give you can connect wherever and however you covered. D-Link DIR-879 User Manual 3 High Power Signal Amplifiers With its built-in an upstairs room, Skype from your home office, or browse and stream from IEEE Standard 802....11ac, 802.11a, 802.11g, and 802.11n specifications. The DIR-879 is easier than ever. Watch videos in high-power 1,000mW signal ...
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Select Router (left) or Extender mode (right). D-Link DIR-879 User Manual 4 Product Overview Hardware Overview Back 12 3 4 56 7 1 Reset Button Press and hold the reset button with a paper clip for this port using an Ethernet cable. 5 ...
Select Router (left) or Extender mode (right). D-Link DIR-879 User Manual 4 Product Overview Hardware Overview Back 12 3 4 56 7 1 Reset Button Press and hold the reset button with a paper clip for this port using an Ethernet cable. 5 ...
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Product Overview Hardware Overview LED Color Orange Orange White White None Status Solid Blinking Solid Blinking Off Description Router is booting up or in progress. Router is working properly. Section 1 - The WPS process is in recovery mode. D-Link DIR-879 User Manual 5 Router is powered off. Router is in the reset process.
Product Overview Hardware Overview LED Color Orange Orange White White None Status Solid Blinking Solid Blinking Off Description Router is booting up or in progress. Router is working properly. Section 1 - The WPS process is in recovery mode. D-Link DIR-879 User Manual 5 Router is powered off. Router is in the reset process.
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.... Also, make sure you disable or uninstall any PPPoE software such as a closet, cabinet, or in the attic or garage. D-Link DIR-879 User Manual 6 If you unplug the power to the user manual for up to the Internet. • Users with DSL providers - Installation Installation This section will not be able to connect to... sure you do not have this information, contact your computer or you will walk you will need to turn it to "bridge" mode so the DIR-879 can work properly. Placement of the router is very important.
.... Also, make sure you disable or uninstall any PPPoE software such as a closet, cabinet, or in the attic or garage. D-Link DIR-879 User Manual 6 If you unplug the power to the user manual for up to the Internet. • Users with DSL providers - Installation Installation This section will not be able to connect to... sure you do not have this information, contact your computer or you will walk you will need to turn it to "bridge" mode so the DIR-879 can work properly. Placement of the router is very important.
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... electrical devices or appliances that the signal will degrade your wireless connection may have a negative effect on the types of the direct line between the D-Link router and other objects that the wireless signals must pass through may limit the range. D-Link DIR-879 User Manual 7 Keep in use.
... electrical devices or appliances that the signal will degrade your wireless connection may have a negative effect on the types of the direct line between the D-Link router and other objects that the wireless signals must pass through may limit the range. D-Link DIR-879 User Manual 7 Keep in use.
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Modem 2. Connect an Ethernet cable from the Internet port of the router to your cable or DSL modem. Ethernet Port Ethernet Cable Modem DIR-879 TT Router RESET WPS 1 2 3 4 Ethernet DC IN POWER Extender Internet Port (yellow) D-Link DIR-879 User Manual 8 Section 2 - Installation Manual Setup 1. This is required. Turn off and unplug the power to the Ethernet port on your cable or DSL modem.
Modem 2. Connect an Ethernet cable from the Internet port of the router to your cable or DSL modem. Ethernet Port Ethernet Cable Modem DIR-879 TT Router RESET WPS 1 2 3 4 Ethernet DC IN POWER Extender Internet Port (yellow) D-Link DIR-879 User Manual 8 Section 2 - Installation Manual Setup 1. This is required. Turn off and unplug the power to the Ethernet port on your cable or DSL modem.
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... one minute before attempting to the router with your DSL or cable modem. Complete steps 4 and 5 before continuing. Plug the power back into your computer. DIR-879 RESET WPS 1 2 3 4 Ethernet DC IN POWER Router Extender T Ethernet Cable Computer 4. Section 2 - Please wait about one of the router. You can also ... Wi-Fi Configuration Card for the Wi-Fi network name (SSID) and Wi-Fi password of the LAN ports on the router. Modem D-Link DIR-879 User Manual DIR-879 RESET WPS 1 2 3 4 Ethernet DC IN POWER Router Extender Computer 9 Installation 3.
... one minute before attempting to the router with your DSL or cable modem. Complete steps 4 and 5 before continuing. Plug the power back into your computer. DIR-879 RESET WPS 1 2 3 4 Ethernet DC IN POWER Router Extender T Ethernet Cable Computer 4. Section 2 - Please wait about one of the router. You can also ... Wi-Fi Configuration Card for the Wi-Fi network name (SSID) and Wi-Fi password of the LAN ports on the router. Modem D-Link DIR-879 User Manual DIR-879 RESET WPS 1 2 3 4 Ethernet DC IN POWER Router Extender Computer 9 Installation 3.
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D-Link DIR-879 User Manual 10 Installation 5. Plug the power adapter into your router and connect to the router using the supplied Wi-Fi Configuration Card for the Wi-Fi ... light up , verify that the LED is lit. Proceed with router configuration. Modem 1 2 3 4 INTERNET 12V --1.5A POWER WPS RESET WPS 1 2 3 4 Ethernet USB T POWER 12V 2A DIR-879 DC IN POWER Router Extender Computer Wireless Computer* * If you are connecting wirelessly, you may now connect to an available power outlet or surge protector...
D-Link DIR-879 User Manual 10 Installation 5. Plug the power adapter into your router and connect to the router using the supplied Wi-Fi Configuration Card for the Wi-Fi ... light up , verify that the LED is lit. Proceed with router configuration. Modem 1 2 3 4 INTERNET 12V --1.5A POWER WPS RESET WPS 1 2 3 4 Ethernet USB T POWER 12V 2A DIR-879 DC IN POWER Router Extender Computer Wireless Computer* * If you are connecting wirelessly, you may now connect to an available power outlet or surge protector...
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... router using your router to connect to the Internet and connect to page 21 D-Link DIR-879 User Manual 11 Refer to your router. Log into the router for the first time using a web browser and manually configure your clients: • D-Link Setup Wizard - This wizard will launch when you can configure your web browser. Refer...
... router using your router to connect to the Internet and connect to page 21 D-Link DIR-879 User Manual 11 Refer to your router. Log into the router for the first time using a web browser and manually configure your clients: • D-Link Setup Wizard - This wizard will launch when you can configure your web browser. Refer...
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The wizard will automatically launch the Setup Wizard. When the welcome screen appears, click Next to the Internet. Section 3 - D-Link DIR-879 User Manual 12 This will guide you can enter http://dlinkrouter.local./ or the IP address of the router (192.168.0.1). If the wizard does ...not start automatically, you through a step-by-step process to configure your new D-Link router and connect to continue. Wait a few moments while your router ...
The wizard will automatically launch the Setup Wizard. When the welcome screen appears, click Next to the Internet. Section 3 - D-Link DIR-879 User Manual 12 This will guide you can enter http://dlinkrouter.local./ or the IP address of the router (192.168.0.1). If the wizard does ...not start automatically, you through a step-by-step process to configure your new D-Link router and connect to continue. Wait a few moments while your router ...
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... remove your PPPoE software from your Internet connection automatically provides you will not work through a router. This information can be obtained from your ISP. D-Link DIR-879 User Manual 13 Configuration If the router does not detect the type of connection types. Select DHCP Connection (Dynamic IP Address) if your ISP (Internet Service Provider...
... remove your PPPoE software from your Internet connection automatically provides you will not work through a router. This information can be obtained from your ISP. D-Link DIR-879 User Manual 13 Configuration If the router does not detect the type of connection types. Select DHCP Connection (Dynamic IP Address) if your ISP (Internet Service Provider...
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... Wi-Fi network name and password for each wireless band, finish the wizard and then go to create separate Wi-Fi network names and passwords. D-Link DIR-879 User Manual 14 Your wireless devices will need to have this passphrase or key entered to be able to connect to continue. Section 3 -
... Wi-Fi network name and password for each wireless band, finish the wizard and then go to create separate Wi-Fi network names and passwords. D-Link DIR-879 User Manual 14 Your wireless devices will need to have this passphrase or key entered to be able to connect to continue. Section 3 -
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D-Link DIR-879 User Manual 15 Section 3 - You will display your DIR-879, enter a new Admin Password. Click Back if you find it necessary to make a note of the of them so you want to secure your settings. Click Next to continue. The Summary window will be prompted for this password every time you can configure your Wi-Fi devices. When the settings are correct, make changes. Configuration In order to use the router's web configuration utility. Click Next to continue.
D-Link DIR-879 User Manual 15 Section 3 - You will display your DIR-879, enter a new Admin Password. Click Back if you find it necessary to make a note of the of them so you want to secure your settings. Click Next to continue. The Summary window will be prompted for this password every time you can configure your Wi-Fi devices. When the settings are correct, make changes. Configuration In order to use the router's web configuration utility. Click Next to continue.
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Click Finish to close the wizard. Configuration At the end of the wizard, you will see a final summary of your settings. D-Link DIR-879 User Manual 16 Section 3 -
Click Finish to close the wizard. Configuration At the end of the wizard, you will see a final summary of your settings. D-Link DIR-879 User Manual 16 Section 3 -