D-Link DIR-860L User manual

Installation
Quick Install Guide
Package Contents
DIR-860L Extreme Range Wireless
Dual Band Gigabit Router
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If you have an existing router, turn it o and remove all
connected cables.
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Disconnect all Ethernet cables from your
computer and modem.
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Using an Ethernet cable, connect your modem to the
yellow port labeled Internet on the back of your router.
Power LED - A solid green light indicates a
proper connection to the power supply. The
light will blink green during the WPS process.
The light will blink orange during boot up.
Internet LED - A solid light indicates
connection on the Internet port. If the LED
is orange, the connection is good but the
router cannot connect to the Internet. If
the light is green, the router is properly
connected to the Internet.
DIR-860L
LEDs (from top to bottom)
Turn o or unplug your cable or DSL
broadband modem.
Extreme Range Wireless
Dual Band Gigabit Router
Existing Router
Modem Computer
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Plug in and turn on your modem.
INTERNET
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Connect the power adapter to your router and plug it into an
outlet. Wait for the Power light to turn green (may take up to
45 seconds). Ensure the Power button is in the ON position.
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For a wired connection: Using an Ethernet cable,
connect your computer to the port labeled 1 on
the back of your router.
Open a web browser (e.g., Internet Explorer,
Chrome, Firefox, or Safari) and enter http://
dlinkrouter.local. /. You can also enter the IP
address of the router (http://192.168.0.1).
The router will try to automatically detect your internet connection.
If it is unable to do so, you will have to select your internet connection
type from this list. If you use DSL for internet (through the phone
line), select Username/Password Connection (PPPoE). If you use
cable for internet, select DHCP Connection (Dynamic IP Address).
For other internet connections, contact your ISP for details. Click
Next to continue.
When the Welcome screen appears,
click Next to start the setup wizard.
If you chose PPPoE, enter the User Name and Password
provided to you by your ISP to connect to the internet.
Click Next to continue.
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Modem
Ethernet Cable
Wi-Fi Conguration Card
Power Adapter
Note:
Please go to support.dlink.ca/DIR-860L to
download the latest rmware and user manual.
Important: For the quick setup wizard to work properly, you must have a working Internet connection.
For a wireless connection: On your computer, tablet, or
smartphone, nd the wireless network that is shown on
your router information card (ex: dlink-a8fa). Then, enter
the Wi-Fi password on your card (ex: akbdj19368).
http://192.168.0.1
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Information Card
SSID:
Password:
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You can choose your own names (SSIDs) and
passwords for your 2.4GHz and 5GHz wireless
networks, or you can choose to keep the defaults.
Click Next to continue.
Wait for the router to save your settings.
Enter your mydlink account and password that you created on
the previous screen as verication, and click Login.
Select your time zone. Click Next to continue.
Enter your information to create a mydlink account,
click Next.
Enter a password for accessing the web interface of your router. It is
recommended that you use a secure password with a mix of letters and
numbers. Click Next to continue.
(Optional) If you want to use the app-enabled features of this router
you will need to have a mydlink account. If you do not have a mydlink
account, select No and click Next. If you do, select Yes, click Next, and
enter your mydlink account information on the next screen. If you do
not wish to create a mydlink account at this time, click Skip, and skip the
remaining steps.
You will see this screen when your device has been successfully added to your
mydlink account.
Review the summary of your settings and click Save to continue.
After conrming your email address using the email that is sent to
you from mydlink, click Login. If you did not receive a conrmation
email, check your junk mail or spam lters.
Cannot connect to wireless signal
• Ensure the correct wireless password is being entered
• Ensure that you are in range of the router
• Upgrade the drivers on wireless adapter
• Upgrade the router’s rmware to latest version
Wireless instability
• Check for surrounding interference sources (Cordless phones, microwaves...). If possible move the router to a new
location where there is less interference
• Change Wireless Channel. Visit http://suport.dlink.ca/DIR-860L and read the FAQ titled “How do I change the wireless
channel on my DIR Series Router?”
• Upgrade rmware to latest version
QR Codes for smartphones and tablets
mydlink™ lite for Android™
Technical Support
mydlink™ lite for iOS®
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Version 1.0 (June 20, 2013) 6DIR860LQC01G
U.S. and Canadian customers can contact D-Link technical support through our web site. You can nd software updates and user
documentation on the D-Link website as well as frequently asked questions and answers to technical issues.
Before you contact technical support, please have the following ready:
• Model number of the product (e.g. DIR-860L)
• Hardware Revision (located on the label on the bottom of the product (e.g. rev A1)
• Serial Number (s/n number located on the label on the bottom of the product)
Canada:
http://support.dlink.ca
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