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...not needed. Manual Revisions Revision 1.0 Date July 06, 2015 • Initial release Description Trademarks D-Link and the D-Link logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of D-Link Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States or other company or product names mentioned herein are ...of such revisions or changes. Copyright © 2015 by D-Link Corporation. All rights reserved. Android is a trademark of Apple Inc. Network Standby: xx.x watts Switched Off: xx.x watts D-Link DIR-842 User Manual i Preface D-Link reserves the right to revise this publication and to make ...
...not needed. Manual Revisions Revision 1.0 Date July 06, 2015 • Initial release Description Trademarks D-Link and the D-Link logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of D-Link Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States or other company or product names mentioned herein are ...of such revisions or changes. Copyright © 2015 by D-Link Corporation. All rights reserved. Android is a trademark of Apple Inc. Network Standby: xx.x watts Switched Off: xx.x watts D-Link DIR-842 User Manual i Preface D-Link reserves the right to revise this publication and to make ...
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... 5 LEDs 6 Installation 7 Before you Begin 7 Wireless Installation Considerations 8 Manual Setup 9 Configuration 11 Setup Wizard 12 QRS Mobile App 15 Configuration 19 Home 20 Internet 20 DIR-842 21 Connected Clients 22 Settings 23 Wizard 23 Internet 23 IPv6 32 Wireless 47 Guest Zone 49 Network 50 Features 52 QoS Engine 52 Firewall... DNS 61 IPv6 Host 62 Management 63 Time & Schedule 63 Time 63 Schedule 64 System Log 65 Admin 66 System 67 Upgrade 68 Statistics 69 D-Link DIR-842 User Manual ii
... 5 LEDs 6 Installation 7 Before you Begin 7 Wireless Installation Considerations 8 Manual Setup 9 Configuration 11 Setup Wizard 12 QRS Mobile App 15 Configuration 19 Home 20 Internet 20 DIR-842 21 Connected Clients 22 Settings 23 Wizard 23 Internet 23 IPv6 32 Wireless 47 Guest Zone 49 Network 50 Features 52 QoS Engine 52 Firewall... DNS 61 IPv6 Host 62 Management 63 Time & Schedule 63 Time 63 Schedule 64 System Log 65 Admin 66 System 67 Upgrade 68 Statistics 69 D-Link DIR-842 User Manual ii
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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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D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 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. Section 1 -
D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 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. Section 1 -
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QRS Mobile Requirements • iPhone®/iPad®/iPod Touch® (iOS 6.0 or higher) • Android™ device (2.33 or higher) D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 2 Visit www.java.com to download the latest version. Section 1 - Product Overview System Requirements Network Requirements Web-based Configuration Utility Requirements • An ...
QRS Mobile Requirements • iPhone®/iPad®/iPod Touch® (iOS 6.0 or higher) • Android™ device (2.33 or higher) D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 2 Visit www.java.com to download the latest version. Section 1 - Product Overview System Requirements Network Requirements Web-based Configuration Utility Requirements • An ...
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...and WPA2™ standards ensure that you have optimal network performance. Support for users running bandwidth-intensive applications. D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 3 The DIR-842 also includes a 4-port 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet switch that delivers up to use the best possible encryption regardless... of importance. Section 1 - Product Overview Introduction The D-Link DIR-842 is equipped with four external antennas, this router is an IEEE 802.11ac compliant device that connects to prevent potential...
...and WPA2™ standards ensure that you have optimal network performance. Support for users running bandwidth-intensive applications. D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 3 The DIR-842 also includes a 4-port 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet switch that delivers up to use the best possible encryption regardless... of importance. Section 1 - Product Overview Introduction The D-Link DIR-842 is equipped with four external antennas, this router is an IEEE 802.11ac compliant device that connects to prevent potential...
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...802.11n. • Compatible with existing networking devices as well as video streaming, online gaming, and real-time audio. D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 4 Easily applied content filtering based on certain days or for a duration of advanced network management features including: ...8226; Content Filtering - Actual data throughput will adversely affect wireless signal range. The DIR-842 can securely access corporate networks. • User-friendly Setup Wizard - Configure your company's server. The web-based user interface...
...802.11n. • Compatible with existing networking devices as well as video streaming, online gaming, and real-time audio. D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 4 Easily applied content filtering based on certain days or for a duration of advanced network management features including: ...8226; Content Filtering - Actual data throughput will adversely affect wireless signal range. The DIR-842 can securely access corporate networks. • User-friendly Setup Wizard - Configure your company's server. The web-based user interface...
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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. 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. Section 1 - 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. 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. Section 1 - D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 5
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The light will blink while the device is in recovery mode. 2 Internet LED A solid light indicates that an Internet link is established. 3 WPS LED A solid light indicates that the wireless is operating. 5 LAN LEDs 1-4 A solid light indicates a connection to an Ethernet-enabled computer on . The ... Overview LEDs 1 2 34 5 1 Power LED A solid light indicates that the device is processing. 4 WLAN LED A solid light indicates that the WPS handshake has been completed. D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 6
The light will blink while the device is in recovery mode. 2 Internet LED A solid light indicates that an Internet link is established. 3 WPS LED A solid light indicates that the wireless is operating. 5 LAN LEDs 1-4 A solid light indicates a connection to an Ethernet-enabled computer on . The ... Overview LEDs 1 2 34 5 1 Power LED A solid light indicates that the device is processing. 4 WLAN LED A solid light indicates that the WPS handshake has been completed. D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 6
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... to change connection types (USB to the Internet. Placement of the router is very important. Do not place the router in an attic or garage. D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 7 Installation Installation This section will walk you will not be able to connect to Ethernet). • If you have DSL and are connecting...
... to change connection types (USB to the Internet. Placement of the router is very important. Do not place the router in an attic or garage. D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 7 Installation Installation This section will walk you will not be able to connect to Ethernet). • If you have DSL and are connecting...
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... lights, and home security systems), your home or business. If you access your devices so that the signal will degrade your wireless network. D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 8 Section 2 - Typical ranges vary depending on range. Materials and objects such as far away from 3-90 feet (1-30 meters...) thick! A solid metal door or aluminum studs may limit the range. Position devices so that the number of the direct line between the D-Link router and other objects that is 1.5 feet thick (.5 meters), at an angle) for better reception. 3. The key to maximizing wireless range is...
... lights, and home security systems), your home or business. If you access your devices so that the signal will degrade your wireless network. D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 8 Section 2 - Typical ranges vary depending on range. Materials and objects such as far away from 3-90 feet (1-30 meters...) thick! A solid metal door or aluminum studs may limit the range. Position devices so that the number of the direct line between the D-Link router and other objects that is 1.5 feet thick (.5 meters), at an angle) for better reception. 3. The key to maximizing wireless range is...
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Position your router close to your intended work area for better wireless coverage. 3. Installation Manual Setup 1. Place the router in an open area of your cable or DSL broadband modem. Unplug the Ethernet cable from your modem (or existing router if upgrading) that is connected to your computer. This is now connected to your computer. 4 Computer DIR-842 D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 9 The router is required. 2. Plug it into the LAN port labeled 1 on the back of your modem and a computer. Section 2 - Turn off and unplug your router.
Position your router close to your intended work area for better wireless coverage. 3. Installation Manual Setup 1. Place the router in an open area of your cable or DSL broadband modem. Unplug the Ethernet cable from your modem (or existing router if upgrading) that is connected to your computer. This is now connected to your computer. 4 Computer DIR-842 D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 9 The router is required. 2. Plug it into the LAN port labeled 1 on the back of your modem and a computer. Section 2 - Turn off and unplug your router.
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... the back of the router and then plug it into the Ethernet port on your cable or DSL broadband modem and wait for two minutes. 6. D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 10 Reconnect the power adapter to boot up. Allow 1 minute for the router to your modem. 4 modem INTERNET 5. Connect the supplied power adapter...
... the back of the router and then plug it into the Ethernet port on your cable or DSL broadband modem and wait for two minutes. 6. D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 10 Reconnect the power adapter to boot up. Allow 1 minute for the router to your modem. 4 modem INTERNET 5. Connect the supplied power adapter...
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Configuration Configuration There are several different ways you log into the router and manually configure your smart device to QRS Mobile App on page 15. • Manual Setup - Log into the router for the first time. Section 3 - This wizard will launch when you can configure your router to connect to the Internet and connect to your router. Refer to page 19. Refer to page 12. • QRS Mobile App - Refer to configure your clients: • D-Link Setup Wizard - Use your router (advanced users only). D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 11
Configuration Configuration There are several different ways you log into the router and manually configure your smart device to QRS Mobile App on page 15. • Manual Setup - Log into the router for the first time. Section 3 - This wizard will launch when you can configure your router to connect to the Internet and connect to your router. Refer to page 19. Refer to page 12. • QRS Mobile App - Refer to configure your clients: • D-Link Setup Wizard - Use your router (advanced users only). D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 11
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...the address bar. The wizard is your first time installing the router, open your Internet connection type. Click Next to the Internet. D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 12 Alternatively, enter the IP address of the router (default: http://192.168.0.1). Please refer to enter your ISP information such... as your new D-Link router and connect to continue. After the router detects your Internet connection, you through a step-by-step process to configure your username ...
...the address bar. The wizard is your first time installing the router, open your Internet connection type. Click Next to the Internet. D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 12 Alternatively, enter the IP address of the router (default: http://192.168.0.1). Please refer to enter your ISP information such... as your new D-Link router and connect to continue. After the router detects your Internet connection, you through a step-by-step process to configure your username ...
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D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 13 Select your Internet connection type (this information can be obtained from will not work through a router. If the router detected or you ...
D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 13 Select your Internet connection type (this information can be obtained from will not work through a router. If the router detected or you ...
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Click Next if you want to use the router's web configuration utility. D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 14 Your wireless clients will need to have this password every time you are satisfied, or click Back to make changes to continue. ...
Click Next if you want to use the router's web configuration utility. D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 14 Your wireless clients will need to have this password every time you are satisfied, or click Back to make changes to continue. ...
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... may be different to the router, launch the QRS Mobile app from your Wi-Fi password. Section 3 - Note: The screenshots may now configure your device. D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 15
... may be different to the router, launch the QRS Mobile app from your Wi-Fi password. Section 3 - Note: The screenshots may now configure your device. D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 15
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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. Tap Next once the Operation Mode screen appears. Tap Next to automatically detect your the router is connected to the next step. Getting Started Step 4 You will see the welcome screen. D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 16 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.
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. Tap Next once the Operation Mode screen appears. Tap Next to automatically detect your the router is connected to the next step. Getting Started Step 4 You will see the welcome screen. D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 16 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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..., choose a Wi-Fi password of your choice. Finally, tap Next to proceed. Tap Next to proceed. Step 7 Enter the administrator password of at least 8 characters. D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 17 Any device trying to connect to the router wirelessly will be asked to accept the default SSID. Repeat step 6 and tap Next...
..., choose a Wi-Fi password of your choice. Finally, tap Next to proceed. Tap Next to proceed. Step 7 Enter the administrator password of at least 8 characters. D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 17 Any device trying to connect to the router wirelessly will be asked to accept the default SSID. Repeat step 6 and tap Next...