D-Link AC5300 User manual

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If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller.
DIR-895L AC5300 Ultra Wi-Fi Router
Power Adapter
Ethernet Cable
Network Requirements:
Web-based Conguration Requirements
mydlink Requirements
• For mydlink and mydlink app requirements refer to: http://www.mydlink.com
Package Contents
Minimum Requirements
• An Ethernet-based broadband modem
Computer with the following:
• Windows® or Mac OS® X operating system
• An installed Ethernet adapter or wireless adapter
• Internet Explorer® 9 or higher, Safari® 5.1 or higher, Firefox® or Chrome™
Wi-Fi Conguration Card
Quick Install Guide
45°
The DIR-895L is designed to give you the fastest, most stable network connection
possible. In order to maximize performance, orient the antennas at an angle, point-
ing outward and away from the base unit.
Antenna Orientation

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Hardware Overview
1USB 3.0 Port Connect a USB 3.0 ash drive or external hard drive to share content
throughout your network.
2USB 2.0 Port Connect a USB 2.0 ash drive or external hard drive to share content
throughout your network.
3Reset Button Press and hold the reset button with a paper clip for six seconds to reset the
router to the factory default settings.
4WPS Button Press to start the WPS process. Both wireless LEDs will start to blink.
5LAN Ports (1-4) Connect Ethernet devices such as computers, switches, and game consoles.
6Internet Port Connect your broadband modem to this port using an Ethernet cable.
7Power Button Press to power the router on and o.
8Power Port Connect the supplied power adapter.
9Mode Switch
Select Router (left) or Extender mode (right). To change modes, move
the switch to the desired position and after ve seconds the router
will reboot into the desired mode. Router is the default mode. For
information on how to use the router in Extender mode, refer to the
user manual located at http://support.dlink.com.
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1Power LED
A solid white light indicates a proper connection
to the power supply. The light will be solid orange
during boot-up.
2Internet LED
A solid white light indicates a connection to the
Internet port. If the LED is orange, the connection is
good but the router cannot connect to the Internet.
32.4GHz Wireless
LED
A solid light indicates the 2.4GHz wireless function is
working properly. During the WPS process, this light
will blink.
45GHz Wireless
LED
A solid light indicates the 5GHz wireless function is
working properly. During the WPS process, this light
will blink.
5USB 2.0 A solid light indicates a USB 2.0 device is connected.
6USB 3.0 A solid light indicates a USB 3.0 device is connected.
LED Behavior
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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 ve minutes.
•Advanced Users - If your ISP provided you with a modem/router combo, you will
need to set it to “bridge” mode so the DIR-895L router can work properly. Please
contact your ISP or refer to the user manual for your modem/router device.
Before You Start
1Attach the eight antennas to the router by twisting them on clockwise.
Connect your Router
Note: If you experience issues registering this device with your mydlink account, or if you
purchased an open box or resold unit, perform a hard reset by pressing and holding the reset
button on the device for 10 seconds while the device is powered on. If you are returning the
device, please perform the hard reset procedure to clear the device of any personal data.
2Unplug the power to your DSL or Cable modem.
Modem

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2A
1 2 3 4 EthernetUSB 3.0 USB2.0 RESET WPS POWER DCIN
Router
Extender
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4Connect 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. Complete
steps 5 and 6 before attempting to connect.
3Unplug the power to your DSL or Cable modem. Connect an Ethernet
cable from the Internet port of the router to the Ethernet port on your
DSL or Cable modem.
2A
1 2 3 4 EthernetUSB 3.0 USB2.0 RESET WPS POWER DC IN
Router
Extender
T
T
T
Modem
DIR-895L
Ethernet Port
Ethernet Cable Internet Port (yellow)
DIR-895L
Computer
Ethernet Cable
2A
1 2 3 4 EthernetUSB 3.0 USB2.0 RESET WPS POWER DCIN
Router
Extender
5Plug the power back into your DSL or cable modem. Please wait about one
minute before continuing.
Modem
DIR-895L
Computer

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Open a web browser (e.g., Internet Explorer, Chrome, Firefox, or Safari)
and enter http://dlinkrouter.local./ or enter the IP address of the router
(192.168.0.1).
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Conguration
There are two ways to congure your router:
A. Web Browser - Use a web browser from your computer.
B. QRS Mobile app - Use a mobile device with the D-Link QRS Mobile app.
Refer to the QRS Mobile Setup section for more information.
A. Web Browser Conguration
7After the router has powered up, verify that the Power (white) and Internet
(orange or white) LEDs are both lit. Proceed with router conguration.
6Plug 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.
1 2 3 4 INTERNET 12V --1.5A POWER WPS
Wireless
Computer*
* If you are connecting wirelessly, you may now connect to the router using the supplied
Wi-Fi Conguration Card for the Wi-Fi network name (SSID) and Wi-Fi password.
2A
1 2 3 4 EthernetUSB 3.0 USB2.0 RESET WPS POWER DCIN
Router
Extender
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12V
2A
POWER
USB
Modem
Computer
DIR-895L

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Select a language and click Next to continue.
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The router may automatically detect your Internet connection type. If this
happens, skip to step 6. If not, then select your Internet connection type and
click Next to continue.
DSL (PPPoE) users enter your PPPoE user name and password supplied by
your ISP (Internet Service Provider). Click Next and skip to step 6.
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For both the 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands, create a name for your Wi-Fi Network
and a password. 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-895L router.
When you see the summary screen, make a note of your settings.
Note: Setting up “mydlink” is optional and not required for the router to function.
Congratulations! You have completed the router installation.
5If you have a Static IP connection, enter the IP information and DNS settings
supplied by your ISP. Click Next to continue.
After you complete the conguration process, the Internet LED will turn
white indicating that your router is connected to the Internet.

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1Scan the code below or search “QRS Mobile” (App Store or Google Play) to
download the QRS Mobile App to your iPhone, iPad, or Android device.
Once your app is installed, you may now congure your router. Connect to
the router wirelessly by going to your wireless utility on your device. Scan
for the wireless network name as listed on the suppliedWi-Fi Conguration
card/sticker. Select the network and then enter the Wi-Fi Password.
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Once you connect to the router, tap on the QRS Mobile icon from your
mobile device, then tap Start to continue. Follow the on-screen instructions
to complete the setup.
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B. QRS Mobile Setup
After the Setup Complete screen appears, click Save and write down the
new Wi-Fi Network name and password on your companion card for future
reference.
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 QRS Mobile App
Wi-Fi Name(SSID) 2.4Ghz:
dlink-xxxx
Wi-Fi Name(SSID) 5GHz:
dlink-xxxx-5GHz
Password: xxxxxxxx
To congure your router, go to:
http://dlinkrouter.local.
Or http://192.168.0.1
Username: “Admin”
Password:”“ (leave the eld blank)

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How do I connect my wireless devices to the DIR-895L 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-895L router using WPS:
1. Press the WPS button on the DIR-895L for a minimum of 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-895L 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 (192.168.0.1).
2. At the login screen, enter the router password you created in the wizard (the
password is blank by default).
3. From the navigation bar at the top of the Home page, go to Settings >
Wireless to create a new Wi-Fi network name (SSID) and Wi-Fi password.
Troubleshooting
What can I do if I forget my password?
If you forget your password, you must reset your router. Unfortunately, this
process will change all your settings back to factory default.
To reset the router, locate the reset button (hole) on the bottom of the unit.
With the router powered on, use an unfolded paper clip to press and hold the
button down for about 10 seconds. Release the button and the router will go
through its reboot process. Wait about 30 seconds to access the router.
Documentation available at http://www.dlink.com/DIR-895L.

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mentioned herein may be trademarks of their respective owners. Maximum wireless signal rate derived
from IEEE Standard 802.11ac, 802.11g, and 802.11n 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. Product specications, size and shape are subject to change
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