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... or in the content hereof without prior express written permission from D-Link Systems, Inc. © 2016 D-Link. All Rights Reserved. D-Link DIR-879 User Manual i 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 such revisions or changes. Preface...
... or in the content hereof without prior express written permission from D-Link Systems, Inc. © 2016 D-Link. All Rights Reserved. D-Link DIR-879 User Manual i 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 such revisions or changes. Preface...
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... 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 27 PPPoE 28 PPTP 29 L2TP 31 DS-Lite... 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
... 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 27 PPPoE 28 PPTP 29 L2TP 31 DS-Lite... 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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D-Link DIR-879 User Manual 1 Section 1 - 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. 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.
D-Link DIR-879 User Manual 1 Section 1 - 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. 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.
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... Requirements For requirements refer to QRS Mobile page at: • iTunes Store (App Store > Utilities > D-Link Systems) • Google Play (Click link to download the latest version. Visit www.java.com to www.dlink.com/qrsmobileapp) D-Link DIR-879 User Manual 2 Product Overview Minimum Requirements Network Requirements Web-based Configuration Requirements • An Ethernet-based...
... Requirements For requirements refer to QRS Mobile page at: • iTunes Store (App Store > Utilities > D-Link Systems) • Google Play (Click link to download the latest version. Visit www.java.com to www.dlink.com/qrsmobileapp) D-Link DIR-879 User Manual 2 Product Overview Minimum Requirements Network Requirements Web-based Configuration Requirements • An Ethernet-based...
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... Power Signal Amplifiers With its built-in minutes with the DIR-879 you like to deliver the fastest wireless speeds, improved coverage and reliable connections. Environmental conditions will vary. D-Link DIR-879 User Manual 3 With wireless dual band speeds of network ...traffic, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. The DIR-879 is easier than ever. Section 1 - Product...
... Power Signal Amplifiers With its built-in minutes with the DIR-879 you like to deliver the fastest wireless speeds, improved coverage and reliable connections. Environmental conditions will vary. D-Link DIR-879 User Manual 3 With wireless dual band speeds of network ...traffic, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. The DIR-879 is easier than ever. Section 1 - Product...
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... a paper clip for this port using an Ethernet cable. 5 Power Port Connect the supplied power adapter. 6 Power Button Press to start the WPS process. Section 1 - D-Link DIR-879 User Manual 4
... a paper clip for this port using an Ethernet cable. 5 Power Port Connect the supplied power adapter. 6 Power Button Press to start the WPS process. Section 1 - D-Link DIR-879 User Manual 4
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Router is in recovery mode. Section 1 - Router is powered off. D-Link DIR-879 User Manual 5 Router is in the reset process. The WPS process is working properly. 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 in recovery mode. Section 1 - Router is powered off. D-Link DIR-879 User Manual 5 Router is in the reset process. The WPS process is working properly. 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.
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...; Users with DSL providers - Placement of the router is very important. If you may need your computer or you Begin • Users with Cable providers - D-Link DIR-879 User Manual 6 Also, make sure you disable or uninstall any PPPoE software such as a closet, cabinet, or in the attic or garage. Do not place.... Before you will need to turn it to your modem/router device. Do not proceed until you unplug the power to "bridge" mode so the DIR-879 can work properly.
...; Users with DSL providers - Placement of the router is very important. If you may need your computer or you Begin • Users with Cable providers - D-Link DIR-879 User Manual 6 Also, make sure you disable or uninstall any PPPoE software such as a closet, cabinet, or in the attic or garage. Do not place.... Before you will need to turn it to your modem/router device. Do not proceed until you unplug the power to "bridge" mode so the DIR-879 can work properly.
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... or X-10 (wireless products such as possible. If you access your wireless connection may degrade dramatically or drop completely. D-Link DIR-879 User Manual 7 Keep in mind that the number, thickness and location of walls, ceilings, or other network devices to position.... Keep your wireless network. Make sure your wireless signal. 4. Building materials make a difference. Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The D-Link wireless router lets you are using a wireless connection from 3-90 feet (1-30 meters.) Position your devices so that the signal ...
... or X-10 (wireless products such as possible. If you access your wireless connection may degrade dramatically or drop completely. D-Link DIR-879 User Manual 7 Keep in mind that the number, thickness and location of walls, ceilings, or other network devices to position.... Keep your wireless network. Make sure your wireless signal. 4. Building materials make a difference. Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The D-Link wireless router lets you are using a wireless connection from 3-90 feet (1-30 meters.) Position your devices so that the signal ...
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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 This is required. Modem 2. Connect an Ethernet cable from the Internet port of the router to your cable or DSL modem. Turn off and unplug the power to the Ethernet port on your cable or DSL modem. Section 2 - Installation Manual Setup 1.
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 This is required. Modem 2. Connect an Ethernet cable from the Internet port of the router to your cable or DSL modem. Turn off and unplug the power to the Ethernet port on your cable or DSL modem. Section 2 - Installation Manual Setup 1.
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... to connect. Plug the power back into your computer. Please wait about one of the router. Section 2 - 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. Complete steps 4 and 5 before ...continuing. Connect another Ethernet cable from the Ethernet port on the router. DIR-879 RESET WPS 1 2 3 4 Ethernet DC IN POWER Router Extender T Ethernet Cable Computer 4. Use the supplied Wi-Fi Configuration Card for...
... to connect. Plug the power back into your computer. Please wait about one of the router. Section 2 - 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. Complete steps 4 and 5 before ...continuing. Connect another Ethernet cable from the Ethernet port on the router. DIR-879 RESET WPS 1 2 3 4 Ethernet DC IN POWER Router Extender T Ethernet Cable Computer 4. Use the supplied Wi-Fi Configuration Card for...
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Installation 5. 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. ... powered up , press the Power button on the back of the router. If the LED does not light up , verify that the LED is lit. D-Link DIR-879 User Manual 10 Proceed with router configuration. Plug the power adapter into your router and connect to the router using the supplied Wi-Fi Configuration...
Installation 5. 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. ... powered up , press the Power button on the back of the router. If the LED does not light up , verify that the LED is lit. D-Link DIR-879 User Manual 10 Proceed with router configuration. Plug the power adapter into your router and connect to the router using the supplied Wi-Fi Configuration...
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Refer to page 21 D-Link DIR-879 User Manual 11 Refer to page 12. • QRS Mobile App - Configuration Configuration There are several different ways you log into the router using your clients: • D-Link Setup Wizard - This wizard will launch when you can configure your router to connect to the Internet and connect to...
Refer to page 21 D-Link DIR-879 User Manual 11 Refer to page 12. • QRS Mobile App - Configuration Configuration There are several different ways you log into the router using your clients: • D-Link Setup Wizard - This wizard will launch when you can configure your router to connect to the Internet and connect to...
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... the router, open your Internet connection type. This will guide you can enter http://dlinkrouter.local./ or the IP address of the router (192.168.0.1). D-Link DIR-879 User Manual 12 If the wizard does not start automatically, you through a step-by-step process to configure your new...
... the router, open your Internet connection type. This will guide you can enter http://dlinkrouter.local./ or the IP address of the router (192.168.0.1). D-Link DIR-879 User Manual 12 If the wizard does not start automatically, you through a step-by-step process to configure your new...
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... used for cable modem services. This information can be obtained from your ISP. Configuration If the router does not detect the type of connection types. D-Link DIR-879 User Manual 13 Select DHCP Connection (Dynamic IP Address) if your Internet connection automatically provides you remove your PPPoE software from your Internet connection type...
... used for cable modem services. This information can be obtained from your ISP. Configuration If the router does not detect the type of connection types. D-Link DIR-879 User Manual 13 Select DHCP Connection (Dynamic IP Address) if your Internet connection automatically provides you remove your PPPoE software from your Internet connection type...
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.... Click Next to 32 characters. Note: If you selected Static IP Address Connection, enter the IP information and DNS settings supplied by your wireless network. D-Link DIR-879 User Manual 14 Configuration If the router detected or you would like to create a different Wi-Fi network name and password for each wireless band...
.... Click Next to 32 characters. Note: If you selected Static IP Address Connection, enter the IP information and DNS settings supplied by your wireless network. D-Link DIR-879 User Manual 14 Configuration If the router detected or you would like to create a different Wi-Fi network name and password for each wireless band...
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You will display your Wi-Fi devices. The Summary window will be prompted for this password every time you find it necessary to make a note of the of them so you can configure your settings. Click Next to continue. Click Back if you want to secure your DIR-879, enter a new Admin Password. Click Next to continue. D-Link DIR-879 User Manual 15 When the settings are correct, make changes. Section 3 - Configuration In order to use the router's web configuration utility.
You will display your Wi-Fi devices. The Summary window will be prompted for this password every time you find it necessary to make a note of the of them so you can configure your settings. Click Next to continue. Click Back if you want to secure your DIR-879, enter a new Admin Password. Click Next to continue. D-Link DIR-879 User Manual 15 When the settings are correct, make changes. Section 3 - Configuration In order to use the router's web configuration utility.
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Configuration At the end of the wizard, you will see a final summary of your settings. Click Finish to close the wizard. D-Link DIR-879 User Manual 16 Section 3 -
Configuration At the end of the wizard, you will see a final summary of your settings. Click Finish to close the wizard. D-Link DIR-879 User Manual 16 Section 3 -
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D-Link DIR-879 User Manual Wi-Fi Name(SSID) 2.4Ghz: dlink-xxxx Wi-Fi Name(SSID) 5GHz: dlink-xxxx-5GHz Password: xxxxxxxx To configure your router, go to ...
D-Link DIR-879 User Manual Wi-Fi Name(SSID) 2.4Ghz: dlink-xxxx Wi-Fi Name(SSID) 5GHz: dlink-xxxx-5GHz Password: xxxxxxxx To configure your router, go to ...