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Table of Contents System Log 73 Admin 74 System 75 Upgrade 76 Statistics 77 Connect a Wireless Client to your Router 78 WPS Button 78 Windows® 8 79 WPA/WPA2 79 Windows® 7 81 WPA/WPA2 81 WPS 84 Windows Vista 88 WPA/WPA2 89 mydlink ... an IP address 140 Windows® 8 Users 140 Windows® 7/ Vista® Users 141 Technical Specifications 142 Contacting Technical Support 143 Warranty 144 Registration 151 D-Link DIR-885L User Manual iii
Table of Contents System Log 73 Admin 74 System 75 Upgrade 76 Statistics 77 Connect a Wireless Client to your Router 78 WPS Button 78 Windows® 8 79 WPA/WPA2 79 Windows® 7 81 WPA/WPA2 81 WPS 84 Windows Vista 88 WPA/WPA2 89 mydlink ... an IP address 140 Windows® 8 Users 140 Windows® 7/ Vista® Users 141 Technical Specifications 142 Contacting Technical Support 143 Warranty 144 Registration 151 D-Link DIR-885L User Manual iii
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Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with the DIR-885L will cause damage and void the warranty for this product. D-Link DIR-885L User Manual 1 Product Overview PProacdkuacgteOCvoentrevnietsw DIR-885L AC3150 Ultra Wi-Fi Router Ethernet Cable Power Adapter Wi-Fi Configuration Note Wi-Fi Configuration Card Quick Installation Guide If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller. Section 1 -
Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with the DIR-885L will cause damage and void the warranty for this product. D-Link DIR-885L User Manual 1 Product Overview PProacdkuacgteOCvoentrevnietsw DIR-885L AC3150 Ultra Wi-Fi Router Ethernet Cable Power Adapter Wi-Fi Configuration Note Wi-Fi Configuration Card Quick Installation Guide If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller. Section 1 -
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...streams are being visited with four Gigabit Ethernet ports to quickly set up your router right from your DIR-885L. It also features an innovative design and easy installation options. The DIR-885L supports a host of your laptop or mobile devices. Monitor in a USB ... without the need for parents. The DIR-885L AC3150 Ultra Wi-Fi Router provides incredible speeds, smart antenna technology, fast ports, cloud features, and advanced security features. Product Overview Introduction The D-Link DIR-885L AC3150 Ultra Wi-Fi Router uses advanced AC beamforming technology to music...
...streams are being visited with four Gigabit Ethernet ports to quickly set up your router right from your DIR-885L. It also features an innovative design and easy installation options. The DIR-885L supports a host of your laptop or mobile devices. Monitor in a USB ... without the need for parents. The DIR-885L AC3150 Ultra Wi-Fi Router provides incredible speeds, smart antenna technology, fast ports, cloud features, and advanced security features. Product Overview Introduction The D-Link DIR-885L AC3150 Ultra Wi-Fi Router uses advanced AC beamforming technology to music...
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... antenna can be active on both the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands to setup the router using the mydlink Lite app. Actual data throughput will adversely affect wireless signal range. D-Link DIR-885L User Manual 4 The DIR-885L introduces Smart Connect, a new D-Link feature which when combined with the 802.11n, IEEE 802.11g and 802.11a standards...
... antenna can be active on both the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands to setup the router using the mydlink Lite app. Actual data throughput will adversely affect wireless signal range. D-Link DIR-885L User Manual 4 The DIR-885L introduces Smart Connect, a new D-Link feature which when combined with the 802.11n, IEEE 802.11g and 802.11a standards...
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Section 1 - Note: Attach the antennas to give you the fastest, most stable network connection possible. D-Link DIR-885L User Manual 45° 5 Product Overview Antenna Setup The DIR-885L is designed to the router before powering it on. In order to maximize performance, orient the antennas at an angle, pointing outward and away from the base unit.
Section 1 - Note: Attach the antennas to give you the fastest, most stable network connection possible. D-Link DIR-885L User Manual 45° 5 Product Overview Antenna Setup The DIR-885L is designed to the router before powering it on. In order to maximize performance, orient the antennas at an angle, pointing outward and away from the base unit.
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... modes. To change modes, move the switch to power on and off. 8 Power Connector Connector for at least 10 seconds to reset the router to the factory default settings. 3 WPS Button Press to start the WPS process and automatically create a secure connection to a WPS client. 4 ...desired position and after five seconds the router will be supported in early 2016 with a firmware upgrade. Router is the default mode. 2 Reset Button Press the button and hold for the supplied power adapter. * Extender mode will reboot into the desired mode. D-Link DIR-885L User Manual 6 Section 1 -
... modes. To change modes, move the switch to power on and off. 8 Power Connector Connector for at least 10 seconds to reset the router to the factory default settings. 3 WPS Button Press to start the WPS process and automatically create a secure connection to a WPS client. 4 ...desired position and after five seconds the router will be supported in early 2016 with a firmware upgrade. Router is the default mode. 2 Reset Button Press the button and hold for the supplied power adapter. * Extender mode will reboot into the desired mode. D-Link DIR-885L User Manual 6 Section 1 -
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D-Link DIR-885L User Manual 7 Section 1 - If the LED 2 Internet LED is orange, the connection is enabled. 5 USB 3.0 LED A solid white light indicates that a USB device detected in ... light indicates that the 2.4 GHz wireless band is enabled. 4 Wireless (5 GHz) LED A solid white light indicates that the 5 GHz wireless band is good but the router cannot connect to the power supply. The light will be a solid orange during boot up.
D-Link DIR-885L User Manual 7 Section 1 - If the LED 2 Internet LED is orange, the connection is enabled. 5 USB 3.0 LED A solid white light indicates that a USB device detected in ... light indicates that the 2.4 GHz wireless band is enabled. 4 Wireless (5 GHz) LED A solid white light indicates that the 5 GHz wireless band is good but the router cannot connect to the power supply. The light will be a solid orange during boot up.
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If you were using a USB connection on your computer to access the Internet before using the router, then you through the installation process. D-Link DIR-885L User Manual 8 typically a modem. • This router only supports Internet connectivity though the wired Internet Ethernet port. Installation Installation This section will not be able to connect to the Internet...
If you were using a USB connection on your computer to access the Internet before using the router, then you through the installation process. D-Link DIR-885L User Manual 8 typically a modem. • This router only supports Internet connectivity though the wired Internet Ethernet port. Installation Installation This section will not be able to connect to the Internet...
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...solid metal door or aluminum studs may degrade dramatically or drop completely. Make sure your home or business. D-Link DIR-885L User Manual 9 Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The D-Link wireless router lets you are using a wireless connection from your wireless devices as glass, steel, metal, walls with ...10 (wireless products such as far away from virtually anywhere within the operating range of the direct line between the D-Link router and other objects that the signal will degrade your devices so that the signal passes through may limit the range. The...
...solid metal door or aluminum studs may degrade dramatically or drop completely. Make sure your home or business. D-Link DIR-885L User Manual 9 Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The D-Link wireless router lets you are using a wireless connection from your wireless devices as glass, steel, metal, walls with ...10 (wireless products such as far away from virtually anywhere within the operating range of the direct line between the D-Link router and other objects that the signal will degrade your devices so that the signal passes through may limit the range. The...
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Unplug the power to the router by twisting them on clockwise. 2. Modem D-Link DIR-885L User Manual 10 Section 2 - Attach the four antennas to your DSL or Cable modem. Installation Manual Setup 1.
Unplug the power to the router by twisting them on clockwise. 2. Modem D-Link DIR-885L User Manual 10 Section 2 - Attach the four antennas to your DSL or Cable modem. Installation Manual Setup 1.
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... Card for the Wi-Fi network name (SSID) and Wi-Fi password of the router to the router with your DSL or Cable modem. Ethernet Port T Modem Ethernet Cable 2A DIR-885L TT ROUTER EXTENDER RESET WPS USB 3.0 1 2 3 4 Ethernet POWER DC IN Internet Port ...- Connect another Ethernet cable from the Internet port of the router. Installation 3. Connect an Ethernet cable from the Ethernet port on your computer to connect. 2A TT ROUTER EXTENDER RESET WPS USB 3.0 1 2 3 4 Ethernet POWER DC IN T DIR-885L Ethernet Cable Computer D-Link DIR-885L User Manual 11
... Card for the Wi-Fi network name (SSID) and Wi-Fi password of the router to the router with your DSL or Cable modem. Ethernet Port T Modem Ethernet Cable 2A DIR-885L TT ROUTER EXTENDER RESET WPS USB 3.0 1 2 3 4 Ethernet POWER DC IN Internet Port ...- Connect another Ethernet cable from the Internet port of the router. Installation 3. Connect an Ethernet cable from the Ethernet port on your computer to connect. 2A TT ROUTER EXTENDER RESET WPS USB 3.0 1 2 3 4 Ethernet POWER DC IN T DIR-885L Ethernet Cable Computer D-Link DIR-885L User Manual 11
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... Modem 2A DIR-885L TT ROUTER EXTENDER RESET WPS USB 3.0 1 2 3 4 Ethernet POWER DC IN USB T POWER 12V 2A 1 2 3 4 INTERNET 12V --1.5A POWER WPS Computer Wireless Computer* * If you are both lit. Proceed with router configuration. D-Link DIR-885L User Manual 12 After the router has powered... up , press the Power button on the back of the router. Plug the power back into your DSL or cable modem. Installation 5.
... Modem 2A DIR-885L TT ROUTER EXTENDER RESET WPS USB 3.0 1 2 3 4 Ethernet POWER DC IN USB T POWER 12V 2A 1 2 3 4 INTERNET 12V --1.5A POWER WPS Computer Wireless Computer* * If you are both lit. Proceed with router configuration. D-Link DIR-885L User Manual 12 After the router has powered... up , press the Power button on the back of the router. Plug the power back into your DSL or cable modem. Installation 5.
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Use your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch to configure your clients: • D-Link Setup Wizard - This wizard will launch when you can configure your router to connect to the Internet and connect to page 18. • Manual Setup - Refer to page 23 D-Link DIR-885L User Manual 13 Refer to page 14. • QRS Mobile App - Refer to your router. Log into the router for the first time. Section 3 - Getting Started Getting Started There are several different ways you log into the router and manually configure your router.
Use your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch to configure your clients: • D-Link Setup Wizard - This wizard will launch when you can configure your router to connect to the Internet and connect to page 18. • Manual Setup - Refer to page 23 D-Link DIR-885L User Manual 13 Refer to page 14. • QRS Mobile App - Refer to your router. Log into the router for the first time. Section 3 - Getting Started Getting Started There are several different ways you log into the router and manually configure your router.
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Please wait while your router detects your new D-Link router and connect to the Internet. Section 3 - Alternatively, enter the IP address of the router (default: http://192.168.0.1). The wizard is your first time installing the router, open your web browser and enter http://dlinkrouter.local./ in the address bar. D-Link DIR-885L User Manual 14 Click Next to configure your Internet connection type. Getting Started Setup Wizard If this is designed to guide you through a step-by-step process to continue.
Please wait while your router detects your new D-Link router and connect to the Internet. Section 3 - Alternatively, enter the IP address of the router (default: http://192.168.0.1). The wizard is your first time installing the router, open your web browser and enter http://dlinkrouter.local./ in the address bar. D-Link DIR-885L User Manual 14 Click Next to configure your Internet connection type. Getting Started Setup Wizard If this is designed to guide you through a step-by-step process to continue.
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...) and click Next to remove your PPPoE software from your ISP. If the router detected or you selected Static, enter the IP and DNS settings supplied by your computer. D-Link DIR-885L User Manual DIR-885L 15 Click Next to continue. The software is no longer needed and will be... displayed. Select your PPPoE username and password and click Next to continue. Note: Make sure to continue. If the router detected or you selected PPPoE,...
...) and click Next to remove your PPPoE software from your ISP. If the router detected or you selected Static, enter the IP and DNS settings supplied by your computer. D-Link DIR-885L User Manual DIR-885L 15 Click Next to continue. The software is no longer needed and will be... displayed. Select your PPPoE username and password and click Next to continue. Note: Make sure to continue. If the router detected or you selected PPPoE,...
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Getting Started Create a Wi-Fi password (between 8-63 characters). D-Link DIR-885L User Manual 16 You will be able to connect to use the router's web configuration utility. Section 3 - Click Next to continue. Click Next if you want to your settings. The Summary window will need to have this passphrase or key entered to be prompted for this password every time you are satisfied, or click Back to make changes to secure the router, please enter a new password. Your wireless clients will display your wireless network. Click Next to continue. In order to them.
Getting Started Create a Wi-Fi password (between 8-63 characters). D-Link DIR-885L User Manual 16 You will be able to connect to use the router's web configuration utility. Section 3 - Click Next to continue. Click Next if you want to your settings. The Summary window will need to have this passphrase or key entered to be prompted for this password every time you are satisfied, or click Back to make changes to secure the router, please enter a new password. Your wireless clients will display your wireless network. Click Next to continue. In order to them.
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... Lite app), you must have a mydlink account already, or No if you have an account. If you will be presented with the router. Click Next to close the wizard. D-Link DIR-885L User Manual 17 Click Finish to continue. If you clicked Yes, enter your settings. At the end of the wizard, you clicked...
... Lite app), you must have a mydlink account already, or No if you have an account. If you will be presented with the router. Click Next to close the wizard. D-Link DIR-885L User Manual 17 Click Finish to continue. If you clicked Yes, enter your settings. At the end of the wizard, you clicked...
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Step 2 Once your mobile device. Connect to the router wirelessly by going to your wireless utility on your Wi-Fi password. D-Link DIR-885L User Manual 18 Step 3 Once wirelessly connected to install and configure your router from the Home screen of your router. Note: The following steps show the Android interface of the screenshots, but the...
Step 2 Once your mobile device. Connect to the router wirelessly by going to your wireless utility on your Wi-Fi password. D-Link DIR-885L User Manual 18 Step 3 Once wirelessly connected to install and configure your router from the Home screen of your router. Note: The following steps show the Android interface of the screenshots, but the...
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Section 3 - Step 5 At this point, please ensure that you will see the welcome screen. D-Link DIR-885L User Manual 19 Tap Next once the Operation Mode screen appears. Tap Next to automatically detect your device password and tap Log In. Getting Started Step 4 Once the QRS Mobile app has loaded, you the router is connected to the next step. Tap Start to proceed, then enter your Internet connection and proceed to a modem. Plug one end of the provided Ethernet cable into your DSL or cable modem, and plug the other end into the port marked INTERNET on the DIR-885L.
Section 3 - Step 5 At this point, please ensure that you will see the welcome screen. D-Link DIR-885L User Manual 19 Tap Next once the Operation Mode screen appears. Tap Next to automatically detect your device password and tap Log In. Getting Started Step 4 Once the QRS Mobile app has loaded, you the router is connected to the next step. Tap Start to proceed, then enter your Internet connection and proceed to a modem. Plug one end of the provided Ethernet cable into your DSL or cable modem, and plug the other end into the port marked INTERNET on the DIR-885L.
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... is only required when you need to proceed. Section 3 - Tap Next to configure the router. Step 7 Enter the administrator password of your choice. Getting Started Step 6 Enter a network name (SSID) of your choice, or leave it connects. D-Link DIR-885L User Manual 20 See "Configuration" on page 23 for details of at least 8 characters...
... is only required when you need to proceed. Section 3 - Tap Next to configure the router. Step 7 Enter the administrator password of your choice. Getting Started Step 6 Enter a network name (SSID) of your choice, or leave it connects. D-Link DIR-885L User Manual 20 See "Configuration" on page 23 for details of at least 8 characters...