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...are trademarks of Google Inc. All rights reserved. Manual Revisions Hardware A1 Revision v1.00 Date 01 June, 2021 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 U.S. All other ...be reproduced, in whole or in the content hereof without prior expressed written permission from D-Link Corporation. and other countries. Chrome™ browser, Google Play™ and Android™ are trademarks or registered trademarks of Apple Inc. D-Link DAP-X1860 User Manual i
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...PBC Configuration 13 Assessing Uplink Signal Strength 14 Windows® 10 45 Windows® 8 - WPA/WPA2 46 Troubleshooting 48 D-Link Wi-Fi App Setup 15 Wireless Setup Wizard 17 Access Point Mode Settings 24 Wireless Basics 50 Tips...51 Configuration 25 Technical ...Setup 41 Right Side 9 Setup Using the D-Link Wi-Fi App 42 Installation 10 Setup Using an Ethernet Cable 43 Wireless Installation Considerations 10 Connecting Wireless Clients to a Wi-Fi Mesh Router 28 Settings 29 GPL Code Statement 53 Regulatory Statements 68 D-Link DAP-X1860 User Manual ii
...PBC Configuration 13 Assessing Uplink Signal Strength 14 Windows® 10 45 Windows® 8 - WPA/WPA2 46 Troubleshooting 48 D-Link Wi-Fi App Setup 15 Wireless Setup Wizard 17 Access Point Mode Settings 24 Wireless Basics 50 Tips...51 Configuration 25 Technical ...Setup 41 Right Side 9 Setup Using the D-Link Wi-Fi App 42 Installation 10 Setup Using an Ethernet Cable 43 Wireless Installation Considerations 10 Connecting Wireless Clients to a Wi-Fi Mesh Router 28 Settings 29 GPL Code Statement 53 Regulatory Statements 68 D-Link DAP-X1860 User Manual ii
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D-Link DAP-X1860 User Manual 1 Product Overview Product Overview Package Contents DAP-X1860 AX1800 Mesh Wi-Fi 6 Range Extender QIC Quick Install Card Simple Setup Guide If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller. Section 1 -
D-Link DAP-X1860 User Manual 1 Product Overview Product Overview Package Contents DAP-X1860 AX1800 Mesh Wi-Fi 6 Range Extender QIC Quick Install Card Simple Setup Guide If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller. Section 1 -
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...® 10 or later • Firefox® 28 or later • Safari® 6.0 or later • Google Chrome™ 28 or later D-Link Wi-Fi App Requirements • iOS® or Android™ device (Please refer to the description of the app's page to check whether your device is compatible.) D-Link DAP-X1860 User Manual 2
...® 10 or later • Firefox® 28 or later • Safari® 6.0 or later • Google Chrome™ 28 or later D-Link Wi-Fi App Requirements • iOS® or Android™ device (Please refer to the description of the app's page to check whether your device is compatible.) D-Link DAP-X1860 User Manual 2
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... you to prevent unauthorized access from the wireless network, including WPA3-Personal, WPA3/WPA2-Personal mixed, and WPA2/WPA-Personal mixed. D-Link DAP-X1860 User Manual 3 Latest Wireless Network Security and Encryption The DAP-X1860 supports wireless security features to easily increase the coverage of your existing wireless mesh network delivers higher speeds, efficiency and reliability...
... you to prevent unauthorized access from the wireless network, including WPA3-Personal, WPA3/WPA2-Personal mixed, and WPA2/WPA-Personal mixed. D-Link DAP-X1860 User Manual 3 Latest Wireless Network Security and Encryption The DAP-X1860 supports wireless security features to easily increase the coverage of your existing wireless mesh network delivers higher speeds, efficiency and reliability...
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D-Link DAP-X1860 User Manual 4 Actual data throughput will adversely affect wireless signal range. The DAP-X1860 can use built-in setup wizard and later access your system directly via the supported D-Link Wi-Fi app on your device. * Maximum wireless signal rate derived from standard IEEE specifications. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of network traffic...
D-Link DAP-X1860 User Manual 4 Actual data throughput will adversely affect wireless signal range. The DAP-X1860 can use built-in setup wizard and later access your system directly via the supported D-Link Wi-Fi app on your device. * Maximum wireless signal rate derived from standard IEEE specifications. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of network traffic...
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... a different network name and password. Extend Your Wireless Network using Wi-Fi Internet Router DAP-X1860 Wireless Devices Extend Your Wireless Network using Ethernet Internet Router DAP-X1860 Wireless Devices D-Link DAP-X1860 User Manual 5 Your existing wireless signal will be rebroadcasted by the DAP-X1860 so that you can be configured to provide better signals for parts of an...
... a different network name and password. Extend Your Wireless Network using Wi-Fi Internet Router DAP-X1860 Wireless Devices Extend Your Wireless Network using Ethernet Internet Router DAP-X1860 Wireless Devices D-Link DAP-X1860 User Manual 5 Your existing wireless signal will be rebroadcasted by the DAP-X1860 so that you can be configured to provide better signals for parts of an...
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A single solid orange LED indicates a weak Wi-Fi signal. D-Link DAP-X1860 User Manual 6 Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview Front 2 1 1 Status LED This LED indicates the current status of the DAP-X1860, as detailed on the next page 2 Signal Indicator LED The more lit green bars on the Signal Indicator LED, the better the wireless signal to the host network.
A single solid orange LED indicates a weak Wi-Fi signal. D-Link DAP-X1860 User Manual 6 Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview Front 2 1 1 Status LED This LED indicates the current status of the DAP-X1860, as detailed on the next page 2 Signal Indicator LED The more lit green bars on the Signal Indicator LED, the better the wireless signal to the host network.
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The DAP-X1860 is not connected to a host network. Check the power outlet. The DAP-X1860 is not receiving power. D-Link DAP-X1860 User Manual 7 Device is booting or an error has occurred. Product Overview Power/Status/WPS LED Indicator Power/Status/WPS LED Indicator LED Indicator Color Power/ Status/WPS Green Red Orange None Status Solid Blinking Solid Blinking Off Description The DAP-X1860 is searching for another WPS device. WPS mode is active and is receiving power and connected to a host network. Section 1 -
The DAP-X1860 is not connected to a host network. Check the power outlet. The DAP-X1860 is not receiving power. D-Link DAP-X1860 User Manual 7 Device is booting or an error has occurred. Product Overview Power/Status/WPS LED Indicator Power/Status/WPS LED Indicator LED Indicator Color Power/ Status/WPS Green Red Orange None Status Solid Blinking Solid Blinking Off Description The DAP-X1860 is searching for another WPS device. WPS mode is active and is receiving power and connected to a host network. Section 1 -
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The Status LED should turn red. Press to establish a connection with wireless connectivity. Connect an Ethernet cable if you are equipping the current wired network with another WPS compatible device. D-Link DAP-X1860 User Manual 8 The extender will be restored to press and hold the reset button and release (1-2 seconds). Section 1 - Product Overview Left Side 1 2 3 1 Reset Button 2 WPS Button 3 LAN Use an unfolded paperclip to factory default settings.
The Status LED should turn red. Press to establish a connection with wireless connectivity. Connect an Ethernet cable if you are equipping the current wired network with another WPS compatible device. D-Link DAP-X1860 User Manual 8 The extender will be restored to press and hold the reset button and release (1-2 seconds). Section 1 - Product Overview Left Side 1 2 3 1 Reset Button 2 WPS Button 3 LAN Use an unfolded paperclip to factory default settings.
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You will need this information to connect your computer or mobile device to the default network (SSID) of the device. This information is printed on the sticker on the Quick Install Card. D-Link DAP-X1860 User Manual 9 This information is also provided on the side of your DAP-X1860. Installation Right Side You may locate the Wi-Fi name (SSID) and password for your DAP-X1860. Section 2 -
You will need this information to connect your computer or mobile device to the default network (SSID) of the device. This information is printed on the sticker on the Quick Install Card. D-Link DAP-X1860 User Manual 9 This information is also provided on the side of your DAP-X1860. Installation Right Side You may locate the Wi-Fi name (SSID) and password for your DAP-X1860. Section 2 -
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...degree angle it is within range of walls or ceilings is not in your existing wireless network's coverage as long as possible. D-Link DAP-X1860 User Manual 10 Section 2 - To maximize wireless range, follow these basic guidelines: 1. Typical ranges vary depending on range. A wall that...home or business. A solid metal door or aluminum studs may degrade dramatically or drop completely. Installation Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The DAP-X1860 lets you are using 2.4 GHz cordless phones or X-10 (wireless products such as glass, steel, metal, walls with insulation,...
...degree angle it is within range of walls or ceilings is not in your existing wireless network's coverage as long as possible. D-Link DAP-X1860 User Manual 10 Section 2 - To maximize wireless range, follow these basic guidelines: 1. Typical ranges vary depending on range. A wall that...home or business. A solid metal door or aluminum studs may degrade dramatically or drop completely. Installation Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The DAP-X1860 lets you are using 2.4 GHz cordless phones or X-10 (wireless products such as glass, steel, metal, walls with insulation,...
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Installation Hardware Setup Plug in the DAP-X1860 to a power outlet. OUTLET D-Link DAP-X1860 User Manual 11 Section 2 - Verify that the Status LED is blinking orange before continuing with configuration.
Installation Hardware Setup Plug in the DAP-X1860 to a power outlet. OUTLET D-Link DAP-X1860 User Manual 11 Section 2 - Verify that the Status LED is blinking orange before continuing with configuration.
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...WPS-PBC Configuration" on page 13 for the first time. D-Link DAP-X1860 User Manual 12 Configuration Getting Started There are several configuration tools you log into the extender's web configuration utility for setup instructions. • D-Link Wi-Fi App - Use your compatible iOS or Android device... wireless connectivity, refer to "Wireless Setup Wizard" on page 17 If utilizing the DAP-X1860 as an access point through Ethernet, refer to "Extender Settings" on page 24. If utilizing the DAP-X1860 as an extender to extend your extender. Section 3 - Refer to "Access Point...
...WPS-PBC Configuration" on page 13 for the first time. D-Link DAP-X1860 User Manual 12 Configuration Getting Started There are several configuration tools you log into the extender's web configuration utility for setup instructions. • D-Link Wi-Fi App - Use your compatible iOS or Android device... wireless connectivity, refer to "Wireless Setup Wizard" on page 17 If utilizing the DAP-X1860 as an access point through Ethernet, refer to "Extender Settings" on page 24. If utilizing the DAP-X1860 as an extender to extend your extender. Section 3 - Refer to "Access Point...
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...start to finish. You may use WPS, first make sure the source router or access point features a physical or virtual WPS button. D-Link DAP-X1860 User Manual 13 The password will be the same as the wireless network you are extending. • (Your router's SSID)-EXT The Smart Connect... feature will be automatically added to "Extender Settings" on the DAP-X1860. To disable the Smart Connect feature and individually configure 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz ...
...start to finish. You may use WPS, first make sure the source router or access point features a physical or virtual WPS button. D-Link DAP-X1860 User Manual 13 The password will be the same as the wireless network you are extending. • (Your router's SSID)-EXT The Smart Connect... feature will be automatically added to "Extender Settings" on the DAP-X1860. To disable the Smart Connect feature and individually configure 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz ...
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... is recommended in order to achieve the fastest wireless speeds. To improve the connection quality, the DAP-X1860 should be lit. -> Very Weak -> Weak -> Good -> Best D-Link DAP-X1860 User Manual 14 Using the 5 GHz extension network is connected via an Ethernet cable to an uplink network,... the Signal Indicator LED will turn solid green when the DAP-X1860 has connected successfully to the source wireless router. Installation ...
... is recommended in order to achieve the fastest wireless speeds. To improve the connection quality, the DAP-X1860 should be lit. -> Very Weak -> Weak -> Good -> Best D-Link DAP-X1860 User Manual 14 Using the 5 GHz extension network is connected via an Ethernet cable to an uplink network,... the Signal Indicator LED will turn solid green when the DAP-X1860 has connected successfully to the source wireless router. Installation ...
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... the QR code on Google Play. Step 3 Tap Install New Device. D-Link Wi-Fi D-Link DAP-X1860 User Manual 15 Section 2 - Installation D-Link Wi-Fi App Setup The D-Link Wi-Fi app allows you to install and configure your DAP-X1860 from the home screen of the D-Link Wi-Fi app. Note: The screenshots may be different depending on your...
... the QR code on Google Play. Step 3 Tap Install New Device. D-Link Wi-Fi D-Link DAP-X1860 User Manual 15 Section 2 - Installation D-Link Wi-Fi App Setup The D-Link Wi-Fi app allows you to install and configure your DAP-X1860 from the home screen of the D-Link Wi-Fi app. Note: The screenshots may be different depending on your...
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Tap Next to step 5. D-Link DAP-X1860 User Manual 16 Configuration Step 4 Tap Yes if you to scan the QR code and proceed to complete the installation and configuration process. Step 6 You will now be guided through a step-by-step process for setting up your DAP-X1860. If not, tap No and proceed to continue. Simply follow the on-screen instructions to step 6. Section 3 - Step 5 Tap Extender when presented with you have the setup QR code with product options and select DAP-X1860 from the list of available devices.
Tap Next to step 5. D-Link DAP-X1860 User Manual 16 Configuration Step 4 Tap Yes if you to scan the QR code and proceed to complete the installation and configuration process. Step 6 You will now be guided through a step-by-step process for setting up your DAP-X1860. If not, tap No and proceed to continue. Simply follow the on-screen instructions to step 6. Section 3 - Step 5 Tap Extender when presented with you have the setup QR code with product options and select DAP-X1860 from the list of available devices.
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..., then enter the password as printed on the included sticker on the sticker. You may also enter the IP address* of the DAP-X1860. *Once your network's DHCP settings. D-Link DAP-X1860 User Manual 17 Section 3 - Then open a web browser and enter http://dlinkapxxxx.local./ in to the host network, it will be obtained from the...
..., then enter the password as printed on the included sticker on the sticker. You may also enter the IP address* of the DAP-X1860. *Once your network's DHCP settings. D-Link DAP-X1860 User Manual 17 Section 3 - Then open a web browser and enter http://dlinkapxxxx.local./ in to the host network, it will be obtained from the...
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D-Link DAP-X1860 User Manual 18 Section 3 - Configuration Agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy to begin. Click Next to continue. This wizard will guide you through configuring your new DAP-X1860 through a wireless connection.
D-Link DAP-X1860 User Manual 18 Section 3 - Configuration Agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy to begin. Click Next to continue. This wizard will guide you through configuring your new DAP-X1860 through a wireless connection.