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... Reserved. D-Link DIR-880L User Manual i All other third-party marks mentioned herein may not be trademarks of D-Link Corporation or its subsidiaries. Revision 1.0 Manual Revisions Date April 28, 2014 Description • Initial release for revision A1 Trademarks © 2014 D-Link. This publication...hereof without prior express written permission from D-Link Systems, Inc.. Preface D-Link reserves the right to revise this publication and to notify any person or organization of such revisions or changes. D-Link and the D-Link logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of ...
... Reserved. D-Link DIR-880L User Manual i All other third-party marks mentioned herein may not be trademarks of D-Link Corporation or its subsidiaries. Revision 1.0 Manual Revisions Date April 28, 2014 Description • Initial release for revision A1 Trademarks © 2014 D-Link. This publication...hereof without prior express written permission from D-Link Systems, Inc.. Preface D-Link reserves the right to revise this publication and to notify any person or organization of such revisions or changes. D-Link and the D-Link logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of ...
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... Pictures 118 Videos 120 Music 122 Folders 125 Favorites 129 Using SharePort Mobile for Windows® 8/RT 130 Main Menu 132 Documents 133 Pictures 134 D-Link DIR-880L User Manual ii
... Pictures 118 Videos 120 Music 122 Folders 125 Favorites 129 Using SharePort Mobile for Windows® 8/RT 130 Main Menu 132 Documents 133 Pictures 134 D-Link DIR-880L User Manual ii
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... IP address 168 Wireless Security 169 What is WPA 169 Technical Specifications 170 Contacting Technical Support 171 GPL Code Statement 172 Warranty 184 Registration 191 D-Link DIR-880L User Manual iii
... IP address 168 Wireless Security 169 What is WPA 169 Technical Specifications 170 Contacting Technical Support 171 GPL Code Statement 172 Warranty 184 Registration 191 D-Link DIR-880L User Manual iii
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D-Link DIR-880L User Manual 1 Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with Three External Antennas Power Adapter Ethernet Cable Wi-Fi Configuration Card Quick Install Guide If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller. Section 1 - Product Overview PProacdkuacgteOCvoentrevnietsw DIR-880L Dual Band Gigabit Cloud Router with the DIR-880L will cause damage and void the warranty for this product.
D-Link DIR-880L User Manual 1 Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with Three External Antennas Power Adapter Ethernet Cable Wi-Fi Configuration Card Quick Install Guide If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller. Section 1 - Product Overview PProacdkuacgteOCvoentrevnietsw DIR-880L Dual Band Gigabit Cloud Router with the DIR-880L will cause damage and void the warranty for this product.
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... app requirements refer to: http://www.mydlink.com QRS Mobile Requirements For requirements refer to QRS Mobile page at: • iTunes Store (App Store > Utilities > D-Link Systems) • Google Play (Click link to download the latest version. Visit www.java.com to www.dlink.com/qrsmobileapp) D-Link DIR-880L User Manual 2
... app requirements refer to: http://www.mydlink.com QRS Mobile Requirements For requirements refer to QRS Mobile page at: • iTunes Store (App Store > Utilities > D-Link Systems) • Google Play (Click link to download the latest version. Visit www.java.com to www.dlink.com/qrsmobileapp) D-Link DIR-880L User Manual 2
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... of Service (QoS), data streams are separated, which allows you can use the mydlink SharePort™ app for parents. The DIR-880L provides incredible speeds, smart antenna technology, fast ports, cloud features, and excellent security features. With the addition of Advanced Quality ...DIR-880L, as well as an additional USB 2.0 port located on the mydlink™ Lite app, which gives you informed anywhere, anytime when new devices are connecting to your laptop or mobile devices. It also comes equipped with recent browser history displayed on the back. D-Link DIR-880L...
... of Service (QoS), data streams are separated, which allows you can use the mydlink SharePort™ app for parents. The DIR-880L provides incredible speeds, smart antenna technology, fast ports, cloud features, and excellent security features. With the addition of Advanced Quality ...DIR-880L, as well as an additional USB 2.0 port located on the mydlink™ Lite app, which gives you informed anywhere, anytime when new devices are connecting to your laptop or mobile devices. It also comes equipped with recent browser history displayed on the back. D-Link DIR-880L...
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..., and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. The DIR-880L can remotely access and manage your company's server. Actual data throughput will adversely affect wireless signal range. D-Link DIR-880L User Manual 4 The DIR-880L uses advanced AC beamforming to provide up to share files, ...stream videos, view photos, and play music. The DIR-880L is mydlink-enabled so you share a printer. • ...
..., and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. The DIR-880L can remotely access and manage your company's server. Actual data throughput will adversely affect wireless signal range. D-Link DIR-880L User Manual 4 The DIR-880L uses advanced AC beamforming to provide up to share files, ...stream videos, view photos, and play music. The DIR-880L is mydlink-enabled so you share a printer. • ...
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... reset the router to a WPS client. Connect a USB flash drive to share content , or connect it to a USB printer to share it on your network. D-Link DIR-880L User Manual 5 Connect the supplied power adapter. Section 1 - Connect a USB flash drive to share content , or connect it to a USB printer to share it on...
... reset the router to a WPS client. Connect a USB flash drive to share content , or connect it to a USB printer to share it on your network. D-Link DIR-880L User Manual 5 Connect the supplied power adapter. Section 1 - Connect a USB flash drive to share content , or connect it to a USB printer to share it on...
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... Bridge mode, the light will blink quickly. Product Overview Hardware Overview LEDs 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 Power LED 2 Internet LED 3 2.4G LED 4 5G LED 5 USB LED 6 SS USB LED D-Link DIR-880L User Manual A solid blue light indicates a proper connection to the Internet port. If the LED is orange, the connection is working properly. The light will...
... Bridge mode, the light will blink quickly. Product Overview Hardware Overview LEDs 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 Power LED 2 Internet LED 3 2.4G LED 4 5G LED 5 USB LED 6 SS USB LED D-Link DIR-880L User Manual A solid blue light indicates a proper connection to the Internet port. If the LED is orange, the connection is working properly. The light will...
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... name and password. Placement of the router is very important. Section 2 - Installation Installation This section will need to turn it to "bridge" mode so the DIR-880L can work properly. If you are using a PPPoE connection, you through the installation process. D-Link DIR-880L User Manual 7
... name and password. Placement of the router is very important. Section 2 - Installation Installation This section will need to turn it to "bridge" mode so the DIR-880L can work properly. If you are using a PPPoE connection, you through the installation process. D-Link DIR-880L User Manual 7
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...2-degree angle it looks over 42 feet (14 meters) thick! Materials and objects such as possible. D-Link DIR-880L User Manual 8 Section 2 - Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The D-Link wireless router lets you are using a wireless connection from electrical devices or appliances that the wireless signals must..., brick, and concrete will travel straight through may have a negative effect on the types of the direct line between the D-Link router and other objects that generate RF noise. 5. Keep your wireless signal. 4. Be aware of materials and background RF (...
...2-degree angle it looks over 42 feet (14 meters) thick! Materials and objects such as possible. D-Link DIR-880L User Manual 8 Section 2 - Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The D-Link wireless router lets you are using a wireless connection from electrical devices or appliances that the wireless signals must..., brick, and concrete will travel straight through may have a negative effect on the types of the direct line between the D-Link router and other objects that generate RF noise. 5. Keep your wireless signal. 4. Be aware of materials and background RF (...
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For best performance, position the router's antennas with their flat side facing towards the front, and tilt the left and right antennas sideways from the center at a 45 degree angle. 45° 45° D-Link DIR-880L User Manual 9 Section 2 - Note: Each antenna is screwed into the three screw fittings on the back of the router. Installation Antenna Setup In order to use the router's wireless functionality, you need to attach the included three antennas to the router. To do this, screw each antenna into which antenna is identical, so it does not matter which fitting.
For best performance, position the router's antennas with their flat side facing towards the front, and tilt the left and right antennas sideways from the center at a 45 degree angle. 45° 45° D-Link DIR-880L User Manual 9 Section 2 - Note: Each antenna is screwed into the three screw fittings on the back of the router. Installation Antenna Setup In order to use the router's wireless functionality, you need to attach the included three antennas to the router. To do this, screw each antenna into which antenna is identical, so it does not matter which fitting.
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Step 3 Finally, connect the required cables to which the router will be mounted. Installation Wall Mounting You can mount the DIR-880L on the bottom of the device over the screws, and slide the device into place. To wall mount your device: Step 1 Screw the provided screws to the wall to the device as described on page 11. D-Link DIR-880L User Manual 10 Section 2 - Step 2 Place the mounting holes on a wall or partition for ease and convenience.
Step 3 Finally, connect the required cables to which the router will be mounted. Installation Wall Mounting You can mount the DIR-880L on the bottom of the device over the screws, and slide the device into place. To wall mount your device: Step 1 Screw the provided screws to the wall to the device as described on page 11. D-Link DIR-880L User Manual 10 Section 2 - Step 2 Place the mounting holes on a wall or partition for ease and convenience.
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Section 2 - Turn off and unplug the power to the Ethernet port on your cable or DSL modem. Connect an Ethernet cable from the Internet port of the router to your cable or DSL modem. Installation Manual Setup 1. Ethernet Port Modem 1 2 3 4 Ethernet Cable INTERNET USB RESET POWER ON/OFF DIR-880L Internet Port (yellow) D-Link DIR-880L User Manual 11 Modem 2. This is required.
Section 2 - Turn off and unplug the power to the Ethernet port on your cable or DSL modem. Connect an Ethernet cable from the Internet port of the router to your cable or DSL modem. Installation Manual Setup 1. Ethernet Port Modem 1 2 3 4 Ethernet Cable INTERNET USB RESET POWER ON/OFF DIR-880L Internet Port (yellow) D-Link DIR-880L User Manual 11 Modem 2. This is required.
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Modem 1 2 3 4 INTERNET USB RESET POWER ON/OFF DIR-880L Computer D-Link DIR-880L User Manual 12 Plug the power back into your computer to one of the LAN ports on your cable or DSL modem and wait for about one minute before continuing. Section 2 - Connect another Ethernet cable from the Ethernet port on the router. 1 2 3 4 INTERNET USB RESET POWER ON/OFF DIR-880L Ethernet Cable Computer 4. Installation 3.
Modem 1 2 3 4 INTERNET USB RESET POWER ON/OFF DIR-880L Computer D-Link DIR-880L User Manual 12 Plug the power back into your computer to one of the LAN ports on your cable or DSL modem and wait for about one minute before continuing. Section 2 - Connect another Ethernet cable from the Ethernet port on the router. 1 2 3 4 INTERNET USB RESET POWER ON/OFF DIR-880L Ethernet Cable Computer 4. Installation 3.
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Section 2 - Installation 5. After the router has powered up , press the Power button on the back of the router. If the Power LED does not light up , verify that the Power (blue) and Internet (blue or orange) LEDs are both lit. Note: This unit is to an available power outlet or surge protector. D-Link DIR-880L User Manual 13 Plug the power adapter into your router and connect to be used with router configuration. Modem 1 2 3 4 DIR-880L INTERNET USB RESET POWER ON/OFF Computer 6. Proceed with power supply model WA-36C12R.
Section 2 - Installation 5. After the router has powered up , press the Power button on the back of the router. If the Power LED does not light up , verify that the Power (blue) and Internet (blue or orange) LEDs are both lit. Note: This unit is to an available power outlet or surge protector. D-Link DIR-880L User Manual 13 Plug the power adapter into your router and connect to be used with router configuration. Modem 1 2 3 4 DIR-880L INTERNET USB RESET POWER ON/OFF Computer 6. Proceed with power supply model WA-36C12R.
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Section 3 - Refer to page 22. • Manual Setup - Refer to page 15. • QRS Mobile App - Log into the router for the first time. Use your iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch to your clients: • D-Link Setup Wizard - Configuration Configuration There are several different ways you log into the router and manually configure your router. Refer to page 27 D-Link DIR-880L User Manual 14 This wizard will launch when you can configure your router to connect to the Internet and connect to configure your router.
Section 3 - Refer to page 22. • Manual Setup - Refer to page 15. • QRS Mobile App - Log into the router for the first time. Use your iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch to your clients: • D-Link Setup Wizard - Configuration Configuration There are several different ways you log into the router and manually configure your router. Refer to page 27 D-Link DIR-880L User Manual 14 This wizard will launch when you can configure your router to connect to the Internet and connect to configure your router.
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Click Next to enter ISP information such as username and password. D-Link DIR-880L User Manual 15 If the wizard does not start automatically, enter http:// dlinkrouter.local./ or the IP address of the router (http://192.168.0.1). Section 3 - ...This will guide you may need to continue. After the router detects your Internet connection, you through a step-by-step process to configure your new D-Link router and connect to the Internet. Configuration Setup Wizard If this is detecting your web browser (e.g., Internet Explorer, Chrome, Firefox, or Safari). Wait a few moments...
Click Next to enter ISP information such as username and password. D-Link DIR-880L User Manual 15 If the wizard does not start automatically, enter http:// dlinkrouter.local./ or the IP address of the router (http://192.168.0.1). Section 3 - ...This will guide you may need to continue. After the router detects your Internet connection, you through a step-by-step process to configure your new D-Link router and connect to the Internet. Configuration Setup Wizard If this is detecting your web browser (e.g., Internet Explorer, Chrome, Firefox, or Safari). Wait a few moments...
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Select your Internet connection type (this information can select DHCP Connection (Dynamic IP Address) if your computer. Click Next to continue. D-Link DIR-880L User Manual 16 You can be displayed. The software is no longer needed and will be obtained from your Internet connection automatically provides you have, a ...
Select your Internet connection type (this information can select DHCP Connection (Dynamic IP Address) if your computer. Click Next to continue. D-Link DIR-880L User Manual 16 You can be displayed. The software is no longer needed and will be obtained from your Internet connection automatically provides you have, a ...
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For both the 2.4GHz and 5GHz segments, create a Wi-Fi network name (SSID) using up to continue. D-Link DIR-880L User Manual 17 Create a Wi-Fi password (between 8-63 characters). Click Next to 32 characters. Click Next to your ISP. Section 3 - Your wireless clients will need to have this passphrase or key entered to be able to connect to continue. Configuration If the router detected or you selected Static IP Adddress Connection, enter the IP information and DNS settings supplied by your wireless network.
For both the 2.4GHz and 5GHz segments, create a Wi-Fi network name (SSID) using up to continue. D-Link DIR-880L User Manual 17 Create a Wi-Fi password (between 8-63 characters). Click Next to 32 characters. Click Next to your ISP. Section 3 - Your wireless clients will need to have this passphrase or key entered to be able to connect to continue. Configuration If the router detected or you selected Static IP Adddress Connection, enter the IP information and DNS settings supplied by your wireless network.