D-Link DIR-878/MT User manual

AC1900 High Power Wi-Fi
Gigabit Router
Quick Install Guide
DIR-878

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If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller.
DIR-878 AC1900 High Power Wi-Fi Gigabit Router
Power Adapter
Ethernet Cable
Wi-Fi Conguration Card
Quick Install Guide
Package Contents
Minimum Requirements
Network Requirements:
• An Ethernet-based broadband modem
App Conguration Requirements
• iPhone®, iPad® or AndroidTM smartphone or tablet (Refer to the
mobile app’s store page to see if your device is compatible)
Web-based Conguration Requirements
• Computer, smartphone or tablet with a Web browser*
* We recommend using the latest available browser version for the best
compatibility and performance.

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Hardware Overview
1Power LED A solid light indicates a proper connection to the power supply. The light will
be a solid orange during boot up.
2Internet LED A solid light indicates connection on the Internet port. If the LED is orange, the
router cannot connect to the Internet.
3Wireless
(2.4 GHz) LED A solid light indicates that the 2.4 GHz wireless band is enabled.
4Wireless
(5 GHz) LED A solid light indicates that the 5 GHz wireless band is enabled.
5Gigabit LAN
Ports (1-4)
Connect Ethernet devices such as computers, switches, storage (NAS) devices
and game consoles.
6Gigabit Internet
Port Connect a broadband modem or gateway to this port using an Ethernet cable.
7Reset Button Insert a paperclip in the hole, wait for 10 seconds, and release to reset the
router to default settings.
8WPS Button Press to start the WPS process and automatically create a secure connection
to a WPS client.
9WiFi Button Press this button to turn on or o the wireless networks.
10 Power
Connector Connect the supplied power adapter.
11 Power Button Press to power the router on or o.
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• Users with DSL providers - If you are using a PPPoE connection, you will need
your PPPoE user name and password. If you do not have this information, contact
your Internet provider. Do not proceed until you have this information.
• Users with Cable providers - Make sure you unplug the power to your modem.
In some cases, you may need to turn it o for up to 5 minutes.
Before you Start
Conguration
There are two ways to congure your router:
A. D-Link Wi-Fi app - Use a mobile device with the D-Link Wi-Fi app.
B. Web Browser - Use a web browser from your computer. Refer to the Web
Browser Conguration section for more information.
1Scan the code below or search“D-Link Wi-Fi App”(App Store or Google Play)
to download the D-Link Wi-Fi App to your iPhone, iPad, or Android device.
Once installed, launch the app. Please follow the on-screen instructions
to complete the setup.
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A. D-Link Wi-Fi App Setup
Note: To reconnect to your router, launch your wireless utility, select the new
Wi-Fi Network you created, and then enter your new Wi-Fi password.
iOS Android D-Link Wi-Fi App
NOTE: If your DSL or cable modem uses a battery backup, when asked to unplug the power on
your modem, please remove the backup battery and ensure all lights are o on the modem.
Refer to the modem’s user manual if required.

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Ethernet Port
Modem
1Unplug the power to your DSL or Cable modem.
2Connect an Ethernet cable from the yellow Internet port of the router to
the Ethernet port on your DSL or Cable modem.
Modem
Connect your Router
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Ethernet Cable
DIR-878
Internet Port (yellow)
NOTE: If your DSL or cable
modem uses a battery
backup, please remove
the backup battery and
ensure all lights are o on
the modem. Refer to the
modem’s user manual
if required.
B. Web Browser Conguration

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3Plug the power back into your DSL or cable modem. Please wait about
one minute before continuing.
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Modem DIR-878
4Plug the power adapter into your router and connect to an available
power outlet or surge protector. If the Power LED does not light up, press
the Power button on the back of the router.
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Modem DIR-878
5After the router has powered up, verify that the Power and Internet LEDs are
both lit. Proceed with router conguration.

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Open a web browser (e.g. Internet Explorer, Chrome, Firefox, or Safari)
and enter http://dlinkrouter.local./ or the IP address of the router
(http://192.168.0.1).
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6Connect another Ethernet cable from the Ethernet port on your computer
to one of the LAN ports on the router. You can also connect wirelessly
to the router with your computer. Use the supplied Wi-Fi Conguration
Card for the Wi-Fi network name (SSID) and Wi-Fi password of the router.
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Computer
Ethernet Cable
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Wireless
Computer*

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The router will automatically detect your Internet connection type. If it cannot,
then select your Internet connection and click Next to continue.
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When the Welcome screen appears, click Next to continue.
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For DSL (PPPoE) users, enter your PPPoE user name and password supplied
by your ISP. Click Next to continue.

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Create a name and password for your Wi-Fi Network. Your wireless devices
(i.e., tablets, smartphones, and laptops) will need to have this information
entered to be able to connect to your wireless network. Click Next to
continue.
Continue with the Setup Wizard to nish conguring your DIR-878 router.
Once completed, the Internet LED will turn green indicating that your router
is connected to the Internet.
Congratulations!You have completed the router installation.
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If you have a Static IP connection, enter the IP information and DNS settings
supplied by your ISP. Click Next to continue.

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How do I connect my wireless devices to the DIR-878 router?
1. Open your wireless network utility that displays available wireless networks.
2. Select the Wi-Fi Network name you assigned in the wizard and connect.
Note: If you did not run the setup wizard or you reset the router to its default
settings, refer to the Wi-Fi Conguration Card included for the default Wi-Fi
Network Name and Wi-Fi Password.
You can also connect wireless devices to the DIR-878 router using WPS:
1. Press the WPS button on the DIR-878 for three seconds.
2. Within one minute press the WPS button on your wireless device.
3. Allow up to two minutes to connect.
Note: Some devices may require you to log in to a utility to start the WPS process.
Refer to the user manual of the device you want to connect to the router if you do
not know how to start the WPS process.
How do I change the wireless settings on the DIR-878 router?
1. 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).
2. At the login screen, enter the router password you created in the wizard.
3. Go to Settings > Wireless to create a new Wi-Fi network name (SSID)
and Wi-Fi password.
*Documentation available at:
United States: http://support.dlink.com/DIR-878
Canada: http://support.dlink.ca/DIR-878
Troubleshooting