D-Link DIR-809 User manual

Version 1.01 | 2015/9/7
Wireless AC750 Dual Band Router
User Manual
DIR-809

iD-Link DIR-809 User Manual
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Preface

iiD-Link DIR-809 User Manual
Table of Contents
Preface................................................................................. i
Product Overview.............................................................. 1
Package Contents......................................................................... 1
System Requirements................................................................. 2
Introduction ................................................................................... 3
Features............................................................................................ 4
Hardware Overview..................................................................... 5
Connections ........................................................................... 5
LEDs........................................................................................... 6
Installation ......................................................................... 7
Before you Begin........................................................................... 7
Wireless Installation Considerations...................................... 8
Manual Setup................................................................................. 9
Conguration...................................................................11
Easy Setup Wizard ......................................................................12
Internet Connection ..........................................................13
Wireless Connection..........................................................13
Advanced Network Conguration .......................................15
Internet Connection Type (Manual Conguration) 17
Dynamic IP (DHCP)........................................................18
Static (assigned by ISP) ................................................19
PPPoE (Username / Password) ..................................20
PPTP....................................................................................22
L2TP ....................................................................................24
Wireless Settings.................................................................26
Wireless Router Mode ..................................................26
Access Point Mode ........................................................27
Repeater Mode ...............................................................28
Wireless Router Mode .......................................................29
2.4G Wireless Network Settings................................29
5G Wireless Network Settings ...................................30
Wireless Security.................................................................31
What is WPA? ...................................................................31
2.4G/5G Wireless Security Mode ..............................32
AP Mode.................................................................................34
Repeater 2.4 GHz Mode....................................................35
Repeater 5 GHz Mode .......................................................37
Network Settings ................................................................39
Router Settings...............................................................39
DHCP Server Settings...................................................40
DHCP Reservation .........................................................41
Advanced...............................................................................42
Virtual Server...................................................................42
Port Forwarding .............................................................43
Application Rules...........................................................44
MAC Filter .........................................................................45
Website Filters.................................................................46
Trac Control..................................................................47
Firewall Settings.............................................................48
2.4G Advanced Wireless ..............................................50
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5G Advanced Wireless..................................................51
Advanced Network Settings......................................52
Wi-Fi Protected Setup .......................................................54
Wi-Fi Protected Setup Wizard.........................................55
Tools ........................................................................................57
Admin.................................................................................57
Time....................................................................................58
System ...............................................................................59
Firmware ...........................................................................60
Language Pack................................................................60
Dynamic DNS ..................................................................61
System Check ..................................................................62
Status ......................................................................................63
Device Info .......................................................................63
Logs.....................................................................................64
Statistics ............................................................................65
Internet Sessions............................................................66
Wireless..............................................................................67
Support ..................................................................................68
Connect a Wireless Client to your Router ......................69
WPS Button...................................................................................69
Windows® 8...................................................................................70
WPA/WPA2 ............................................................................70
Windows® 7...................................................................................72
WPA/WPA2 ............................................................................72
WPS..........................................................................................75
Windows Vista®............................................................................79
WPA/WPA2 ............................................................................80
WPS/WCN 2.0 .......................................................................82
Windows® XP................................................................................83
WPA/WPA2 ............................................................................84
Troubleshooting ..............................................................86
Wireless Basics .................................................................90
What is Wireless?.........................................................................91
Tips...................................................................................................93
Wireless Modes............................................................................94
Networking Basics...........................................................95
Check your IP address...............................................................95
Statically Assign an IP address...............................................96
Technical Specications ..................................................97

1D-Link DIR-809 User Manual
Section 1 - Product Overview
Product Overview
Package Contents
Note: Using a power supply with a dierent voltage rating than the one included with the DIR-809 will cause damage and void the warranty
for this product.
If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller.
DIR-809 Wireless AC750 Dual Band Router
Ethernet Cable
Power Adapter
Wi-Fi Conguration Note
CD-ROM
Wi-Fi Conguration Note

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Section 1 - Product Overview
Network Requirements
• An Ethernet-based Cable or DSL modem
• IEEE 802.11ac, 802.11a, 802.11n or 802.11g wireless clients
• 10/100 Ethernet
Web-based Conguration
Utility Requirements
Computer with the following:
• Windows®, Apple® Mac OS®, or Linux-
based operating system
• An installed Ethernet adapter
Browser Requirements:
Microsoft Internet Explorer® 9, Mozilla® Firefox® 20.0,
Google® Chrome® 25.0, or Safari® 5.1 or higher version
Windows®Users: Make sure you have the latest version of Java
installed. Visit www.java.com to download the latest version.
System Requirements

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Introduction
The D-Link DIR-809 is a IEEE 802.11ac compliant device that delivers up to three times faster speeds than 802.11n while staying
backward compatible with 802.11a/g/b devices. Connect the DIR-809 to a Cable or DSL modem and provide high-speed
Internet access to multiple computers, game consoles, and media players. Create a secure wireless network to share photos,
les, music, videos, printers, and network storage. Powered by the 802.11ac technology this router provides wireless coverage
for homes and oces, or for users running bandwidth-intensive applications.
With some routers, all wired and wireless trac, including VoIP, Video Streaming, Online Gaming, and Web browsing are mixed
together into a single data stream. By handling data this way, applications like video streaming could pause or delay. With
D-Link Intelligent QoS Technology, wired and wireless trac are analyzed and separated into multiple data streams.
The DIR-809 supports the latest wireless security features to help prevent unauthorized access, be it from over a wireless network
or the Internet. Support for WPA™ and WPA2™ standards ensure that you will be able to use the best possible encryption
regardless of your client devices. In addition, this router utilizes Dual Active Firewalls (SPI and NAT) to prevent potential attacks
from across the Internet so you and your family can browser the Internet with peace-of-mind.

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• Ultimate Fast Wireless Networking - The DIR-809 provides up to 300 Mbps wireless bandwidth in the 2.4 GHz
band and up to 433 Mbps wireless bandwidth in the 5 GHz band with other 802.11ac and draft 802.11n wireless
clients. This capability allows users to participate in real-time activities online, such as video streaming, online
gaming, and real-time audio. The performance of this 802.11ac wireless router gives you the freedom of wireless
networking at speeds 3x faster than 802.11n.
• Compatible with 802.11a/g/n Devices - The DIR-809 is compatible with the IEEE 802.11a, 802.11g, and 802.11n
wireless standards, so it can connect with existing networking devices as well as PCI, USB, and CardBus network
adapters.
• Advanced Firewall Features - The Web-based user interface displays a number of advanced network
management features including:
• Content Filtering - Easily applied content ltering based on MAC address or URL.
• Secure Multiple/Concurrent Sessions - The DIR-809 can pass through VPN sessions. It supports
multiple and concurrent IPSec and PPTP sessions, so users behind the DIR-809 can securely access
corporate networks.
• User-friendly Easy Setup Wizard - Through its easy-to-use Web-based user interface, the DIR-809 lets you
quickly and easily congure your router, letting you surf the Internet within minutes.
* Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11a, 802.11g, 802.11n and draft 802.11ac specications. Actual data throughput will vary. Network conditions
and environmental factors, including volume of network trac, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. Environmental
conditions will adversely aect wireless signal range.
Features

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Section 1 - Product Overview
Hardware Overview
Connections
1LAN Ports (1 - 4) Connect 10/100 Ethernet devices such as computers, switches, storage (NAS) devices
and game consoles.
2Internet Port Using an Ethernet cable, connect your broadband modem to this port.
3Power Connector Connector for the supplied power adapter.
4WPS & Reset
Button
Press and hold the button for 1-7 seconds to activate WPS-PBC Discovery Mode.
Press and hold the button for at least 8 seconds to reset the router to default settings.
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Section 1 - Product Overview
Hardware Overview
LEDs
1 Power LED A solid green light indicates a proper connection to the power supply.
2 Internet LED A solid light indicates connection on the Internet port.
3 WPS LED This LED blinks during WPS handshake phase.
4 WLAN A solid light indicates that the wireless segment is ready.
5Local Network LEDs A solid light indicates a connection to an Ethernet-enabled computer on ports 1-4.
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Section 2 - Installation
Before you Begin
Installation
This section will walk you through the installation process. Placement of the router is very important. Do not place the router
in an enclosed area such as a closet, cabinet, or in an attic or garage.
• Please congure the router with the computer that was last connected directly to your modem.
• You can only use the Ethernet port on your modem. If you were using the USB connection before using the router,
then you must turn o your modem, disconnect the USB cable and connect an Ethernet cable to the Internet port
on the router, and then turn the modem back on. In some cases, you may need to call your ISP to change connection
types (USB to Ethernet).
• If you have DSL and are connecting via PPPoE, make sure you disable or uninstall any PPPoE software such asWinPoet,
Broadjump, or Enternet 300 from your computer or you will not be able to connect to the Internet.

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Wireless Installation Considerations
The D-Link wireless router lets you access your network using a wireless connection from virtually anywhere within the
operating range of your wireless network. Keep in mind, however, that the number, thickness and location of walls, ceilings,
or other objects that the wireless signals must pass through, may limit the range. Typical ranges vary depending on the types
of materials and background RF (radio frequency) noise in your home or business. The key to maximizing wireless range is to
follow these basic guidelines:
1. Keep the number of walls and ceilings between the D-Link router and other network devices to a minimum -
each wall or ceiling can reduce your adapter’s range from 3-90 feet (1-30 meters.) Position your devices so that
the number of walls or ceilings is minimized.
2. Be aware of the direct line between network devices. A wall that is 1.5 feet thick (.5 meters), at a 45-degree angle
appears to be almost 3 feet (1 meter) thick. At a 2-degree angle it looks over 42 feet (14 meters) thick! Position
devices so that the signal will travel straight through a wall or ceiling (instead of at an angle) for better reception.
3. Building Materials make a dierence. A solid metal door or aluminum studs may have a negative eect on range.
Try to position access points, wireless routers, and computers so that the signal passes through drywall or open
doorways. Materials and objects such as glass, steel, metal, walls with insulation, water (sh tanks), mirrors, le
cabinets, brick, and concrete will degrade your wireless signal.
4. Keep your product away (at least 3-6 feet or 1-2 meters) from electrical devices or appliances that generate RF
noise.
5. If you are using 2.4 GHz cordless phones or X-10 (wireless products such as ceiling fans, lights, and home security
systems), your wireless connection may degrade dramatically or drop completely. Make sure your 2.4 GHz phone
base is as far away from your wireless devices as possible. The base transmits a signal even if the phone in not
in use.

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1. Turn o and unplug your cable or DSL broadband modem. This is required.
Manual Setup
2. Position your router close to your modem and a computer. Place the router in an open area of your intended
work area for better wireless coverage.
3. Unplug the Ethernet cable from your modem (or existing router if upgrading) that is connected to your computer.
Plug it into the LAN port labeled 1on the back of your router. The router is now connected to your computer.
Modem
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INTERNET
4. Plug one end of the included blue Ethernet cable that came with your router into the yellow port labeled
INTERNET on the back of the router. Plug the other end of this cable into the Ethernet port on your modem.
5. Reconnect the power adapter to your cable or DSL broadband modem and wait for two minutes.
6. Connect the supplied power adapter into the power port on the back of the router and then plug it into a power
outlet or surge protector. The power LED will light up. Allow 1 minute for the router to boot up.
7. If you are connecting to a Broadband service that uses a dynamic connection (not PPPoE), you may be online
already. Try opening a web browser and enter a web site address.
INTERNET
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Modem
Modem
Computer
Computer

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Section 3 - Conguration
There are several dierent ways you can congure your router to connect to the Internet and connect to your clients:
• D-Link Easy Setup Wizard - This wizard will launch when you log into the router for the rst time. Refer to page 12.
• Manual Setup - Log into the router and manually congure your router (advanced users only). Refer to page 15.
Conguration

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Section 3 - Conguration
The Easy SetupWizard consists of two parts: Internet Connection and Wireless
Connection.
Easy Setup Wizard
If this is your rst time using the router, open your web browser. You will
automatically be directed to the Wizard Setup Screen. If not, type http://
dlinkrouter.local./ or 192.168.0.1 into the address bar and press Enter. The
username, “admin”will already be lled in. Leave the password blank and
press the login button.
If you would like to manually set up the router, please refer to the Web-Based
Conguration Utility section on page 15.

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PPPoE
Enter your username and user password details provided by your Internet
Service Provider. This option is typically used for DSL Internet service.
Note: Make sure to remove your PPPoE software from your computer. The software
is no longer needed and will not work through a router.
First select the INTERNET connection type. The options are Static IP, Dynamic IP (DHCP), and PPPoE(Username / Password).
Internet Connection
Static IP
Enter the IP and DNS settings supplied by your ISP.
Dynamic IP (DHCP)
The router will attempt to automatically congure itself for Dynamic IP Internet
Connections.
Next, create a Wi-Fi network name (SSID) for both the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz
segments using up to 32 characters.
Create a Wi-Fi password (between 8-63 characters). Your wireless clients will
need to have this passphrase or key in order to connect to your wireless network.
Click Connect to continue.
Wireless Connection

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Please wait while your router detects your Internet connection type. If you
selected PPPoE as your Internet connection, you may need to enter information
provided by you ISP, such as username and password.
Congratulations, your router setup is complete. Upon clicking Complete you
will be redirected to the www.dlink.com may now freely use the Internet.
If the router does not detect a valid Ethernet connection from the Internet
port, this screen will appear. Verify your broadband modem is connected to
the Internet port and then click Try Again.

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Advanced Network Conguration
Upon login, bypass the Easy Setup by clicking Advanced Network in the
bottom right hand corner of the page.
If this is your rst time using the router, open your web browser. You will
automatically be directed to the Wizard Setup Screen. If not, type http://
dlinkrouter.local./ or 192.168.0.1 into the address bar and press Enter. The
username, “admin”will already be lled in. Leave the password blank and
press the login button.

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Upon clicking the “Advanced Network” option, you will be brought to the
Setup - Internet page. From this page you can congure your connection and
router settings manually.
If you want to congure your router to connect to the Internet using the wizard,
click Easy Setup. You will be directed back to the Easy Setup Wizard. Refer to
the previous section.