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Version 1.0 | 07/06/2015 User Manual AC1200 Wi-Fi Gigabit Router DIR-842
Version 1.0 | 07/06/2015 User Manual AC1200 Wi-Fi Gigabit Router DIR-842
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Table of Contents Connect a Wireless Client to your Router 70 WPS Button 70 Windows® 8 71 WPA/WPA2 71 Windows® 7 73 WPA/WPA2 73 WPS 76 Windows Vista 80 WPA/WPA2 81 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 Specifications 97 Regulatory Information 98 D-Link DIR-842 User Manual iii
Table of Contents Connect a Wireless Client to your Router 70 WPS Button 70 Windows® 8 71 WPA/WPA2 71 Windows® 7 73 WPA/WPA2 73 WPS 76 Windows Vista 80 WPA/WPA2 81 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 Specifications 97 Regulatory Information 98 D-Link DIR-842 User Manual iii
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Product Overview Package Contents DIR-842 AC1200 Wi-Fi Gigabit Router Ethernet Cable Power Adapter Wi-Fi Configuration Note WI-FI Configuration Note If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller. D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 1 Section 1 - Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with the DIR-842 will cause damage and void the warranty for this product.
Product Overview Package Contents DIR-842 AC1200 Wi-Fi Gigabit Router Ethernet Cable Power Adapter Wi-Fi Configuration Note WI-FI Configuration Note If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller. D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 1 Section 1 - Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with the DIR-842 will cause damage and void the warranty for this product.
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... the best possible encryption regardless of importance. In addition, this router provides superior wireless coverage for larger homes and offices, or for users running bandwidth-intensive applications. Support for uninterrupted video calling and faster file transfers. D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 3 Product Overview Introduction The D-Link DIR-842 is equipped with 802.11n/g/b/a devices. Powered by analyzing...
... the best possible encryption regardless of importance. In addition, this router provides superior wireless coverage for larger homes and offices, or for users running bandwidth-intensive applications. Support for uninterrupted video calling and faster file transfers. D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 3 Product Overview Introduction The D-Link DIR-842 is equipped with 802.11n/g/b/a devices. Powered by analyzing...
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...lower actual data throughput rate. It supports multiple and concurrent IPSec and PPTP sessions, so users behind the DIR-842 can pass through VPN sessions. Configure your router to your company's server. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of advanced network management features including:... networking at speeds 3x faster than 802.11n. • Compatible with 802.11n/g/b/a Devices - D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 4 The performance of this 802.11ac wireless router gives you control what information is still fully compatible with the IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11b,...
...lower actual data throughput rate. It supports multiple and concurrent IPSec and PPTP sessions, so users behind the DIR-842 can pass through VPN sessions. Configure your router to your company's server. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of advanced network management features including:... networking at speeds 3x faster than 802.11n. • Compatible with 802.11n/g/b/a Devices - D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 4 The performance of this 802.11ac wireless router gives you control what information is still fully compatible with the IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11b,...
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Section 1 - Long press for the supplied power adapter. 4 Power Button Press the power button to power the DIR-842 on and off. 5 WPS / Reset Button Short press to default settings. D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 5 Product Overview Hardware Overview Connections 1 2 3 45 1 LAN Ports (1-4) Connect 10/100/1000 Ethernet devices such as computers, switches, storage (NAS) devices, and game consoles. 2 Internet Port Using an Ethernet cable, connect your broadband modem to this port. 3 Power Receptor Receptor for 8 seconds to reset the router to start the WPS process.
Section 1 - Long press for the supplied power adapter. 4 Power Button Press the power button to power the DIR-842 on and off. 5 WPS / Reset Button Short press to default settings. D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 5 Product Overview Hardware Overview Connections 1 2 3 45 1 LAN Ports (1-4) Connect 10/100/1000 Ethernet devices such as computers, switches, storage (NAS) devices, and game consoles. 2 Internet Port Using an Ethernet cable, connect your broadband modem to this port. 3 Power Receptor Receptor for 8 seconds to reset the router to start the WPS process.
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...turn off your modem. Do not place the router in an attic or garage. If you were using the USB connection before using the router, then you through the installation process. Placement of the router is very important. D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 7 Installation Installation This section will... not be able to connect to the Internet port on the router, and then turn the modem back...
...turn off your modem. Do not place the router in an attic or garage. If you were using the USB connection before using the router, then you through the installation process. Placement of the router is very important. D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 7 Installation Installation This section will... not be able to connect to the Internet port on the router, and then turn the modem back...
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... signal passes through drywall or open doorways. Be aware of the direct line between the D-Link router and other objects that the number of your wireless network. Building materials make a difference. ...business. A solid metal door or aluminum studs may limit the range. Section 2 - Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The D-Link wireless router lets you are using a wireless connection from virtually anywhere within the operating range of walls or ceilings is 1.5 feet...At a 2-degree angle it looks over 42 feet (14 meters) thick! D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 8
... signal passes through drywall or open doorways. Be aware of the direct line between the D-Link router and other objects that the number of your wireless network. Building materials make a difference. ...business. A solid metal door or aluminum studs may limit the range. Section 2 - Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The D-Link wireless router lets you are using a wireless connection from virtually anywhere within the operating range of walls or ceilings is 1.5 feet...At a 2-degree angle it looks over 42 feet (14 meters) thick! D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 8
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Installation Manual Setup 1. Unplug the Ethernet cable from your modem (or existing router if upgrading) that is connected to your modem and a computer. This is now connected to your computer. Position your router close to your cable or DSL broadband modem. Place the router in an open area of your intended work area for better wireless coverage. 3. Section 2 - Plug it into the LAN port labeled 1 on the back of your router. The router is required. 2. Turn off and unplug your computer. 4 Computer DIR-842 D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 9
Installation Manual Setup 1. Unplug the Ethernet cable from your modem (or existing router if upgrading) that is connected to your modem and a computer. This is now connected to your computer. Position your router close to your cable or DSL broadband modem. Place the router in an open area of your intended work area for better wireless coverage. 3. Section 2 - Plug it into the LAN port labeled 1 on the back of your router. The router is required. 2. Turn off and unplug your computer. 4 Computer DIR-842 D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 9
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... the other end of this cable into a power outlet or surge protector. Allow 1 minute for the router to your modem. 4 modem INTERNET 5. D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 10 Connect the supplied power adapter into the power port on your cable or DSL broadband modem and wait for two minutes. 6. If ...
... the other end of this cable into a power outlet or surge protector. Allow 1 minute for the router to your modem. 4 modem INTERNET 5. D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 10 Connect the supplied power adapter into the power port on your cable or DSL broadband modem and wait for two minutes. 6. If ...
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Configuration Configuration There are several different ways you log into the router and manually configure your router (advanced users only). This wizard will launch when you can configure your router to connect to the Internet and connect to your router. Use your smart device to page 12. • QRS Mobile App - Refer to page 19. D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 11 Log into the router for the first time. Refer to QRS Mobile App on page 15. • Manual Setup - Section 3 - Refer to configure your clients: • D-Link Setup Wizard -
Configuration Configuration There are several different ways you log into the router and manually configure your router (advanced users only). This wizard will launch when you can configure your router to connect to the Internet and connect to your router. Use your smart device to page 12. • QRS Mobile App - Refer to page 19. D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 11 Log into the router for the first time. Refer to QRS Mobile App on page 15. • Manual Setup - Section 3 - Refer to configure your clients: • D-Link Setup Wizard -
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Please refer to continue. Click Next to Configuration on page 19. D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 12 After the router detects your Internet connection, you through a step-by-step process to configure your new D-Link router and connect to enter your ISP information such as your username and password. Section 3 ...- Alternatively, enter the IP address of the router (default: http://192.168.0.1). Getting Started Setup Wizard If this is...
Please refer to continue. Click Next to Configuration on page 19. D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 12 After the router detects your Internet connection, you through a step-by-step process to configure your new D-Link router and connect to enter your ISP information such as your username and password. Section 3 ...- Alternatively, enter the IP address of the router (default: http://192.168.0.1). Getting Started Setup Wizard If this is...
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... to continue. Note: If your computer has PPPoE software, make sure to remove it from your computer. D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 13 If the router detected or you selected PPPoE, enter your ISP. Getting Started If the router does not detect a valid Internet connection, a list of connection types to continue. Select your Internet connection...
... to continue. Note: If your computer has PPPoE software, make sure to remove it from your computer. D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 13 If the router detected or you selected PPPoE, enter your ISP. Getting Started If the router does not detect a valid Internet connection, a list of connection types to continue. Select your Internet connection...
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In order to continue. Click Next to secure the router, please enter a new password. Click Next if you want to your settings. Getting Started For both the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz segments, create a Wi-Fi network ... make changes to 32 characters. The Summary window will be prompted for this passphrase or key entered to be able to connect to use the router's web configuration utility. D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 14 You will display your wireless network. Click Next to continue. Section 3 - Create a Wi-Fi password (between 8-63 characters...
In order to continue. Click Next to secure the router, please enter a new password. Click Next if you want to your settings. Getting Started For both the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz segments, create a Wi-Fi network ... make changes to 32 characters. The Summary window will be prompted for this passphrase or key entered to be able to connect to use the router's web configuration utility. D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 14 You will display your wireless network. Click Next to continue. Section 3 - Create a Wi-Fi password (between 8-63 characters...
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... following steps show the Android interface of the QRS Mobile app. Select and then enter your mobile device. D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 15 Note: The screenshots may now configure your mobile device's OS version. Connect to the router wirelessly by going to the router, launch the QRS Mobile app from your Wi-Fi password.
... following steps show the Android interface of the QRS Mobile app. Select and then enter your mobile device. D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 15 Note: The screenshots may now configure your mobile device's OS version. Connect to the router wirelessly by going to the router, launch the QRS Mobile app from your Wi-Fi password.
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Tap Next once the Operation Mode screen appears. Tap Next to automatically detect your the router is connected to the next step. D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 16 Getting Started Step 4 You will see the welcome screen. Step 5 At this point, please ensure that your Internet connection and proceed to a modem. Plug one end of the provided Ethernet cable into the port marked INTERNET on the DIR-842. Section 3 - Tap Start to proceed, then enter your DSL or cable modem, and plug the other end into your device password and tap Log In.
Tap Next once the Operation Mode screen appears. Tap Next to automatically detect your the router is connected to the next step. D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 16 Getting Started Step 4 You will see the welcome screen. Step 5 At this point, please ensure that your Internet connection and proceed to a modem. Plug one end of the provided Ethernet cable into the port marked INTERNET on the DIR-842. Section 3 - Tap Start to proceed, then enter your DSL or cable modem, and plug the other end into your device password and tap Log In.
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... trying to connect to the router wirelessly will be asked to proceed. Step 7 Enter the administrator password of your choice, or leave it connects. Unlike the Wi-Fi password, this password the first time it unchanged to proceed. You will need to enter this password is used. D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 17 Repeat...
... trying to connect to the router wirelessly will be asked to proceed. Step 7 Enter the administrator password of your choice, or leave it connects. Unlike the Wi-Fi password, this password the first time it unchanged to proceed. You will need to enter this password is used. D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 17 Repeat...
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...168.0.1) in , press and hold the reset button for 10 seconds (see Setup Wizard on page 5) to restore the router to its current connection status. D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 19 Enter your password and cannot log in the address bar. Note: If you entered during the wizard..... Otherwise, leave the password blank. Click Log In to Settings and Management functions. Section 4 - The bar at any time. The router's home page will automatically log out after a period of the page has quick access to proceed. Configuration Configuration To access the configuration utility...
...168.0.1) in , press and hold the reset button for 10 seconds (see Setup Wizard on page 5) to restore the router to its current connection status. D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 19 Enter your password and cannot log in the address bar. Note: If you entered during the wizard..... Otherwise, leave the password blank. Click Log In to Settings and Management functions. Section 4 - The bar at any time. The router's home page will automatically log out after a period of the page has quick access to proceed. Configuration Configuration To access the configuration utility...
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Configuration Home The Home page displays the current status of the router in the form of the IPv4 connection and IPv6 connection respectively. If it is currently connected to Internet on the Internet icon. If you to ... each icon to disconnect from the Internet. Internet The Home page displays whether or not the router is disconnected, click Click to repair to bring up the setup wizard (see details of an interactive diagram. D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 20 To reconfigure the Internet settings, refer to the Internet. You can click each...
Configuration Home The Home page displays the current status of the router in the form of the IPv4 connection and IPv6 connection respectively. If it is currently connected to Internet on the Internet icon. If you to ... each icon to disconnect from the Internet. Internet The Home page displays whether or not the router is disconnected, click Click to repair to bring up the setup wizard (see details of an interactive diagram. D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 20 To reconfigure the Internet settings, refer to the Internet. You can click each...
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... page 47. Here you can see the router's current wireless settings, as well as its wireless settings. Refer to Wireless on the DIR-842 icon to settings on the lower left, or click Settings (at the top of the page) and then Network on page 50. D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 21 To reconfigure the network... top of the page) and then Wireless on the menu that appears. To reconfigure the wireless settings, either click Go to view details about the router and its MAC address and IPv4/IPv6 addresses. Section 4 -
... page 47. Here you can see the router's current wireless settings, as well as its wireless settings. Refer to Wireless on the DIR-842 icon to settings on the lower left, or click Settings (at the top of the page) and then Network on page 50. D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 21 To reconfigure the network... top of the page) and then Wireless on the menu that appears. To reconfigure the wireless settings, either click Go to view details about the router and its MAC address and IPv4/IPv6 addresses. Section 4 -
