D-Link AC750 User manual

Version 1.00 | 10/16/2015
User Manual
DWR-118
Wireless AC750 Dual-Band Multi-WAN Router

iD-Link DWR-118 User Manual
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ErP power usage
1. a. User can deactivate the wireless network connection by shortly pressing the WLAN button.
b. DUT can be automatically into network standby mode in 1 minute when main function was not provided.
c. The power management function can be deactivated if any of network ports is activated.
2. Network Standby mode is around 3.37W ~ 3.56W
Revision Date Description
1.00 October 16, 2015 t*OJUJBMSFMFBTF
Preface

iiD-Link DWR-118 User Manual
Table of Contents
Product Overview..............................................................1
Package Contents......................................................................... 1
System Requirements.................................................................1
*OUSPEVDUJPO ...................................................................................2
Hardware Overview..................................................................... 3
Front View................................................................................3
LEDs...........................................................................................4
Back View.................................................................................5
Installation.........................................................................6
Before You Begin...........................................................................6
8JSFMFTT*OTUBMMBUJPO$POTJEFSBUJPOT......................................7
Conguration..................................................................... 8
Getting Started..............................................................................8
*OUFSOFU.............................................................................................9
WAN Service ...........................................................................9
%ZOBNJD*1%)$1........................................................10
4UBUJD*1..............................................................................11
PPPoE .................................................................................12
PPTP....................................................................................13
L2TP ....................................................................................14
4G LTE/3G .........................................................................15
Failover ...................................................................................17
*1W .....................................................................................18
Wi-Fi.................................................................................................22
Device List .............................................................................22
Wi-Fi Settings .......................................................................23
WPS..........................................................................................25
Wi-Fi Advanced....................................................................26
LAN ..................................................................................................28
Device List .............................................................................28
LAN Settings.........................................................................28
DHCP.......................................................................................29
Advanced ......................................................................................30
DNS..........................................................................................30
Applications..........................................................................31
%.;&YQPTFE)PTU..........................................................32
Virtual Server........................................................................33
Parental Control ..................................................................34
Routing...................................................................................35
QoS...........................................................................................36
MAC Address Filter.............................................................37
Outbound Filter...................................................................38
*OCPVOE'JMUFS ......................................................................39
SNMP.......................................................................................40
Advanced Network ............................................................41
System ............................................................................................42
Time Settings .......................................................................42
Administration.....................................................................43
Reboot & Reset ....................................................................44
Firmware Upgrade..............................................................45
System Logs..........................................................................46
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Table of Contents
Schedules ..............................................................................47
Connect a Wireless Client to your Router ......................48
WPS Button...................................................................................48
Windows® 8...................................................................................49
WPA/WPA2 ............................................................................49
Windows® 7...................................................................................51
WPA/WPA2 ............................................................................51
WPS..........................................................................................54
Windows Vista®............................................................................58
WPA/WPA2 ............................................................................59
Windows® XP................................................................................61
WPA/WPA2 ............................................................................62
Troubleshooting..............................................................64
Wireless Basics.................................................................68
What is Wireless?.........................................................................69
Tips...................................................................................................71
Wireless Modes............................................................................72
Networking Basics...........................................................73
$IFDLZPVS*1BEESFTT...............................................................73
4UBUJDBMMZ"TTJHOBO*1BEESFTT...............................................74
Wireless Security ............................................................75
What is WPA? ...................................................................75
Technical Specications..................................................76
Regulatory Information ..................................................77

1D-Link DWR-118 User Manual
Section 1 - Product Overview
Product Overview
Package Contents
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System Requirements
* Subject to services and service terms available from your carrier.
t A compatible 3G / 4G USB dongle with service.*
t Computer with Windows, Mac OS, or Linux-based operating system with an installed
Ethernet adapter
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Power Adapter
DWR-118 Wireless AC750 Dual-Band Multi-WAN Router
RJ45 cable

2D-Link DWR-118 User Manual
Section 1 - Product Overview
Introduction
The D-Link Wireless AC750 Dual-Band Multi-WAN Router allows users to access worldwide mobile broadband networks.
Once connected, users can transfer data, stream media, and send SMS messages. Simply insert a 3G / 4G USB dongle, and
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The Wireless AC750 Dual-Band Multi-WAN Router can be installed quickly and easily almost anywhere. This router is
great for situations where an impromptu wireless network must be set up, or wherever conventional network access is
unavailable.

3D-Link DWR-118 User Manual
Section 1 - Product Overview
Hardware Overview
Front View
1 Reset Button Press this button with an unfolded paperclip and hold for ten seconds to reset the device.
2 WPS Button Press this button to initiate a new WPS connection. See WPS Button on page 48 for details.
1 2

4D-Link DWR-118 User Manual
Section 1 - Product Overview
LEDs
1 Power LED Will be lit if the device is powered on and working.
2 WAN LED Will be lit if a WAN Ethernet connection is established.
3 Internet LED 8JMMCFMJUJGBO*OUFSOFUDPOOFDUJPOJTFTUBCMJTIFE
4 LAN LED Will be lit if an Ethernet connection is established, and will blink when data is being transferred.
5 5 GHz WLAN LED Will be lit if the 5 GHz wireless function is enabled, and will blink when wireless data is being transferred.
6 2.4 GHz WLAN LED Will be lit if the 2.4 GHz wireless function is enabled, and will blink when wireless data is being transferred.
7 USB LED Will be lit if a USB dongle is successfully connected.
1 3 4 5 762

5D-Link DWR-118 User Manual
Section 1 - Product Overview
1 Ethernet LAN Ports For connection to a network-enabled desktop or notebook computer.
2 Ethernet WAN Port For connection to a DSL/cable modem or router
3 Power Connector Connects to the included power adapter.
Back View
1 2 3

6D-Link DWR-118 User Manual
Section 2 - Installation
Before You Begin
Installation
This section will guide 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.
1. Ensure that your DWR-118 Wireless AC750 Dual-Band Multi-WAN Router is disconnected and powered o.
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can be used.
5. Connect the power adapter to the socket on the back panel of your DWR-118 Wireless AC750 Dual-Band Multi-WAN Router. Plug the other end
of the power adapter into a wall outlet or power strip and turn the device on.
a. The Status LED will light up to indicate that power has been supplied to the router.
b. The LEDs on the front panel will ash on and o as the DWR-118 Wireless AC750 Dual-Band Multi-WAN Router performs initialization and
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c. After a few moments, if a connection has been established, the following LEDs will turn solid green: Power, Status, WAN, WLAN, and any LAN
Port LEDs that are connected to computers or other devices.

7D-Link DWR-118 User Manual
Section 2 - Installation
Wireless Installation Considerations
The DWR-118 can be accessed using a wireless connection from anywhere within the operating range of your wireless network. Keep in mind that
the quantity, thickness, and location of walls, ceilings, or other objects that the wireless signals must pass through may limit the range of the wireless
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the wireless range is to follow these basic guidelines:
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fans, uorescent lights, and home security systems may dramatically degrade wireless connectivity.

8D-Link DWR-118 User Manual
Section 4 - Conguration
Conguration
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section for assistance.
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and system information.
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Getting Started

9D-Link DWR-118 User Manual
Section 4 - Conguration
Internet
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'PS4UBUJD*1SFGFSUPStatic IP on page 11.
For PPPoE refer to PPPoE on page 12.
For PPTP refer to PPTP on page 13.
For L2TP refer to L2TP on page 14.
For 4G LTE/3G refer to 4G LTE/3G on page 15.
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Apply to save your changes. To restore your settings to the most
recent save, click Reset.
My Internet
Connection is:
WAN Service
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10D-Link DWR-118 User Manual
Section 4 - Conguration
Dynamic IP (DHCP)
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Enter the MAC address, or click Clone to clone your client’s MAC
address to the WAN port.
Check the box to allow the router to automatically attempt to
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Host Name:
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Server:
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Server:
MTU:
MAC Address:
Auto-reconnect:

11D-Link DWR-118 User Manual
Section 4 - Conguration
Static IP
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Enter the MAC address, or click Clone to clone your client’s MAC
address to the WAN port.
IP Address:
Subnet Mask:
Default
Gateway:
Primary DNS
Server:
Secondary DNS
Server:
MTU:
MAC Address:

12D-Link DWR-118 User Manual
Section 4 - Conguration
PPPoE
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Enter the MAC address, or click Clone to clone your client’s MAC
address to the WAN port.
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Username:
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IP Address:
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Server:
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Server:
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Time:
MTU:
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13D-Link DWR-118 User Manual
Section 4 - Conguration
PPTP
*GZPVS*41QSPWJEFEBTUBUJD*1BEESFTTTFMFDUStatic IP, otherwise
leave this setting at the default, Dynamic IP.
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&OUFSUIFTVCOFUNBTLQSPWJEFECZZPVS*414UBUJD*1POMZ
&OUFSUIFHBUFXBZBEESFTTQSPWJEFECZZPVS*414UBUJD*1POMZ
&OUFSUIFTFSWFS*1BEESFTTQSPWJEFECZZPVS*414UBUJD*1POMZ
&OUFSUIF1151VTFSOBNFQSPWJEFECZZPVS*41
&OUFSUIF1151QBTTXPSEQSPWJEFECZZPVS*41
3FFOUFSUIF1151QBTTXPSEGPSWFSJöDBUJPO
Select Always on if you would like the router to never disconnect,
or Connect-on-demand to allow the router to establish a
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USJFTUPBDDFTTBSFTPVSDFPOUIF*OUFSOFU
&OUFSBNBYJNVNJEMFUJNFEVSJOHXIJDIUIF*OUFSOFUDPOOFDUJPO
JTNBJOUBJOFEEVSJOHJOBDUJWJUZJGZPVTFMFDUFEAlways on above,
UIJTTFUUJOHXJMMIBWFOPFòFDU
Address Mode:
PPTP IP Address:
PPTP Subnet
Mask:
PPTP Gateway IP
Address:
PPTP Server IP
Address:
Username:
Password:
Verify Password:
Reconnect
Mode:
Maximum Idle
Time:

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L2TP
*GZPVS*41QSPWJEFEBTUBUJD*1BEESFTTTFMFDUStatic IP, otherwise
leave this setting at the default, Dynamic IP.
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&OUFSUIFTVCOFUNBTLQSPWJEFECZZPVS*414UBUJD*1POMZ
&OUFSUIFHBUFXBZBEESFTTQSPWJEFECZZPVS*414UBUJD*1POMZ
&OUFSUIFTFSWFS*1BEESFTTQSPWJEFECZZPVS*414UBUJD*1POMZ
&OUFSUIF-51VTFSOBNFQSPWJEFECZZPVS*41
&OUFSUIF-51QBTTXPSEQSPWJEFECZZPVS*41
3FFOUFSUIF-51QBTTXPSEGPSWFSJöDBUJPO
Select Always on if you would like the router to never disconnect,
or Connect-on-demand to allow the router to establish a
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USJFTUPBDDFTTBSFTPVSDFPOUIF*OUFSOFU
&OUFSBNBYJNVNJEMFUJNFEVSJOHXIJDIUIF*OUFSOFUDPOOFDUJPO
JTNBJOUBJOFEEVSJOHJOBDUJWJUZJGZPVTFMFDUFEAlways on above,
UIJTTFUUJOHXJMMIBWFOPFòFDU
Address Mode:
L2TP IP Address:
L2TP Subnet
Mask:
L2TP Gateway IP
Address:
L2TP Server IP
Address:
Username:
Password:
Verify Password:
Reconnect
Mode:
Maximum Idle
Time:

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4G LTE/3G
*GAuto-Detection does not work, then try selecting Manual and
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4FMFDUUIFUFDIOPMPHZVTFECZZPVS*41FJUIFSWCDMA/HSPA or
CDMA2000/EV-DO.
&OUFSUIFVTFSOBNFQSPWJEFECZZPVS*41
&OUFSUIFQBTTXPSEQSPWJEFECZZPVS*41
3FFOUFSUIFQBTTXPSEGPSWFSJöDBUJPO
&OUFSUIFOVNCFSUPEJBMQSPWJEFECZZPVS*41
Select Auto, PAP, or CHAP detection. The default authentication
method is Auto.
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&OUFSUIF1*/$PEFQSPWJEFECZZPVS*41
Select either Auto or Manual.
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JTNBJOUBJOFEEVSJOHJOBDUJWJUZJGZPVTFMFDUFEAuto above, this
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&OUFSUIFTFDPOEBSZ%/4TFSWFSQSPWJEFECZZPVS*41IFSF
Dial-Up Prole:
3G/4G Network
Username:
Password:
Verify Password:
Dialed Number:
Authentication:
APN:
Pin Code:
Reconnect
Mode:
Maximum Idle
Time:
Primary DNS
Server:
Secondary DNS
Server:

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Select Disable or Use Ping depending on the settings required
CZZPVS*41*GZPVTFMFDUUse PingTFUUIFQJOHJOUFSWBMBOEUIF*1
address to ping.
Click Enable to use the router’s WAN port as an additional LAN
port.
Keep Alive:
Bridge ethernet
ports: