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...06, 2015 • Initial release Description Trademarks D-Link and the D-Link logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Apple Inc. All rights reserved. Network Standby: xx.x watts Switched Off: xx.x watts D-Link DIR-842 User Manual i Android is not needed. This publication may... not be turned off through a power switch to a power-saving Network Standby mode within 1 minute of their respective companies. Copyright © 2015 by D-Link Corporation. Preface D-Link reserves the...
...06, 2015 • Initial release Description Trademarks D-Link and the D-Link logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Apple Inc. All rights reserved. Network Standby: xx.x watts Switched Off: xx.x watts D-Link DIR-842 User Manual i Android is not needed. This publication may... not be turned off through a power switch to a power-saving Network Standby mode within 1 minute of their respective companies. Copyright © 2015 by D-Link Corporation. Preface D-Link reserves the...
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... i Package Contents 1 System Requirements 2 Introduction 3 Features 4 Hardware Overview 5 Connections 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... 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
... i Package Contents 1 System Requirements 2 Introduction 3 Features 4 Hardware Overview 5 Connections 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... 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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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. 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 -
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... 5.1 or higher • Chrome 25 or higher Windows® Users: Make sure you have the latest version of Java installed. 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...
... 5.1 or higher • Chrome 25 or higher Windows® Users: Make sure you have the latest version of Java installed. 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...
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...IEEE 802.11ac compliant device that connects to prevent potential attacks over the Internet. D-Link Intelligent QoS Technology helps to multiple computers, game consoles, and media players. D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 3 This way, important network traffic such as VoIP and video streaming, take priority ...over a wireless network or the Internet. Connect the DIR-842 to a cable or DSL modem and provide high-...
...IEEE 802.11ac compliant device that connects to prevent potential attacks over the Internet. D-Link Intelligent QoS Technology helps to multiple computers, game consoles, and media players. D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 3 This way, important network traffic such as VoIP and video streaming, take priority ...over a wireless network or the Internet. Connect the DIR-842 to a cable or DSL modem and provide high-...
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... with other 802.11ac and 802.11n wireless clients. The DIR-842 can securely access corporate networks. • User-friendly Setup Wizard - Through its easy-to-use web-based user interface, the DIR-842 lets you the freedom of hours or minutes. • ...throughput rate. It supports multiple and concurrent IPSec and PPTP sessions, so users behind the DIR-842 can pass through VPN sessions. Actual data throughput will adversely affect wireless signal range. D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 4 Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of advanced network management ...
... with other 802.11ac and 802.11n wireless clients. The DIR-842 can securely access corporate networks. • User-friendly Setup Wizard - Through its easy-to-use web-based user interface, the DIR-842 lets you the freedom of hours or minutes. • ...throughput rate. It supports multiple and concurrent IPSec and PPTP sessions, so users behind the DIR-842 can pass through VPN sessions. Actual data throughput will adversely affect wireless signal range. D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 4 Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of advanced network management ...
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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. D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 5 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 -
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. D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 5 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 -
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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 WPS handshake has been completed. D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 6 Product Overview Hardware Overview LEDs 1 2 34 5 1 Power LED A solid light indicates that the wireless is powered on ports...
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 WPS handshake has been completed. D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 6 Product Overview Hardware Overview LEDs 1 2 34 5 1 Power LED A solid light indicates that the wireless is powered on ports...
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... use the Ethernet port on your modem, disconnect the USB cable and connect an Ethernet cable to the Internet. Before you through the installation process. D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 7 Section 2 -
... use the Ethernet port on your modem, disconnect the USB cable and connect an Ethernet cable to the Internet. Before you through the installation process. D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 7 Section 2 -
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... to follow these basic guidelines: 1. A wall that the wireless signals must pass through, may limit the range. D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 8 Typical ranges vary depending on range. A solid metal door or aluminum studs may degrade dramatically or drop completely. If... Make sure your network using 2.4 GHz cordless phones or X-10 (wireless products such as possible. Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The D-Link wireless router lets you are using a wireless connection from electrical devices or appliances that the signal passes through a wall or ceiling (...
... to follow these basic guidelines: 1. A wall that the wireless signals must pass through, may limit the range. D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 8 Typical ranges vary depending on range. A solid metal door or aluminum studs may degrade dramatically or drop completely. If... Make sure your network using 2.4 GHz cordless phones or X-10 (wireless products such as possible. Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The D-Link wireless router lets you are using a wireless connection from electrical devices or appliances that the signal passes through a wall or ceiling (...
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Place the router in an open area of your computer. The router is now connected to your computer. 4 Computer DIR-842 D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 9 Section 2 - Turn off and unplug your intended work area for better wireless coverage. 3. This is connected to your router. Position your router close to your modem and a computer. Unplug the Ethernet cable from your modem (or existing router if upgrading) that is required. 2. Installation Manual Setup 1. Plug it into the LAN port labeled 1 on the back of your cable or DSL broadband modem.
Place the router in an open area of your computer. The router is now connected to your computer. 4 Computer DIR-842 D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 9 Section 2 - Turn off and unplug your intended work area for better wireless coverage. 3. This is connected to your router. Position your router close to your modem and a computer. Unplug the Ethernet cable from your modem (or existing router if upgrading) that is required. 2. Installation Manual Setup 1. Plug it into the LAN port labeled 1 on the back of your cable or DSL broadband modem.
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... you may be online already and further configuration will be optional. Connect the supplied power adapter into the power port on your modem. 4 modem INTERNET 5. D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 10 Plug one end of this cable into a power outlet or surge protector. Press the power button and verify that came with your cable or...
... you may be online already and further configuration will be optional. Connect the supplied power adapter into the power port on your modem. 4 modem INTERNET 5. D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 10 Plug one end of this cable into a power outlet or surge protector. Press the power button and verify that came with your cable or...
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Section 3 - Log into the router for the first time. Use your smart device to configure your router (advanced users only). Refer to page 12. • QRS Mobile App - D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 11 Refer to page 19. This wizard will launch when you can configure your router to connect to the Internet and connect to QRS Mobile App on page 15. • Manual Setup - Configuration Configuration There are several different ways you log into the router and manually configure your router. Refer to your clients: • D-Link Setup Wizard -
Section 3 - Log into the router for the first time. Use your smart device to configure your router (advanced users only). Refer to page 12. • QRS Mobile App - D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 11 Refer to page 19. This wizard will launch when you can configure your router to connect to the Internet and connect to QRS Mobile App on page 15. • Manual Setup - Configuration Configuration There are several different ways you log into the router and manually configure your router. Refer to your clients: • D-Link Setup Wizard -
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... configure your new D-Link router and connect to enter your ISP information such as your Internet connection, you may need to the Internet. Click Next to Configuration on page 19. Please wait while your router detects your web browser and enter http://dlinkrouter.local./ in the address bar. D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 12 Section 3 - Please...
... configure your new D-Link router and connect to enter your ISP information such as your Internet connection, you may need to the Internet. Click Next to Configuration on page 19. Please wait while your router detects your web browser and enter http://dlinkrouter.local./ in the address bar. D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 12 Section 3 - Please...
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Section 3 - D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 13 The software is no longer needed and will be obtained from your Internet connection type (this information can be displayed. Click Next to choose ...
Section 3 - D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 13 The software is no longer needed and will be obtained from your Internet connection type (this information can be displayed. Click Next to choose ...
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... time you are satisfied, or click Back to make changes to use the router's web configuration utility. Click Next to continue. Click Next to continue. D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 14 Create a Wi-Fi password (between 8-63 characters). Your wireless clients will be able to connect to your settings. Getting Started For both the 2.4 GHz...
... time you are satisfied, or click Back to make changes to use the router's web configuration utility. Click Next to continue. Click Next to continue. D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 14 Create a Wi-Fi password (between 8-63 characters). Your wireless clients will be able to connect to your settings. Getting Started For both the 2.4 GHz...
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.... Connect to the router wirelessly by going to that of the QRS Mobile app. Note: The screenshots may now configure your mobile device's OS version. D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 15 Section 3 - Step 2 Once your app is the same.
.... Connect to the router wirelessly by going to that of the QRS Mobile app. Note: The screenshots may now configure your mobile device's OS version. D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 15 Section 3 - Step 2 Once your app is the same.
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Tap Next to automatically detect your DSL or cable modem, and plug the other end into your Internet connection and proceed to a modem. Tap Next once the Operation Mode screen appears. Plug one end of the provided Ethernet cable into the port marked INTERNET on the DIR-842. D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 16 Section 3 - Tap Start to proceed, then enter your the router is connected to the next step. Getting Started Step 4 You will see the welcome screen. Step 5 At this point, please ensure that your device password and tap Log In.
Tap Next to automatically detect your DSL or cable modem, and plug the other end into your Internet connection and proceed to a modem. Tap Next once the Operation Mode screen appears. Plug one end of the provided Ethernet cable into the port marked INTERNET on the DIR-842. D-Link DIR-842 User Manual 16 Section 3 - Tap Start to proceed, then enter your the router is connected to the next step. Getting Started Step 4 You will see the welcome screen. Step 5 At this point, please ensure that your device password and tap Log In.