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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. Section 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. D-Link DIR-885L User Manual 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. Section 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. D-Link DIR-885L User Manual 1
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...to keep you take advantage of the USB 3.0 port found on the back of your sofa, without the need for a PC. D-Link DIR-885L User Manual 3 The DIR-885L is great for iPad®, iPhone®, iPod touch®, and Android™ device to access files, stream videos, view photos,...can set up to your laptop, iPhone®, iPad®, or Android™ device. Section 1 - Product Overview Introduction The D-Link DIR-885L AC3150 Ultra Wi-Fi Router uses advanced AC beamforming technology to music on the mydlink™ Lite app - You can monitor and manage your home network right ...
...to keep you take advantage of the USB 3.0 port found on the back of your sofa, without the need for a PC. D-Link DIR-885L User Manual 3 The DIR-885L is great for iPad®, iPhone®, iPod touch®, and Android™ device to access files, stream videos, view photos,...can set up to your laptop, iPhone®, iPad®, or Android™ device. Section 1 - Product Overview Introduction The D-Link DIR-885L AC3150 Ultra Wi-Fi Router uses advanced AC beamforming technology to music on the mydlink™ Lite app - You can monitor and manage your home network right ...
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...router using the mydlink Lite app. SharePort Plus lets you can connect with 802.11n/g/b/a Devices - The mydlink SharePort™ app can be scheduled to be used to your DIR-885L from IEEE Standard 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11n, and 802.11ac specifications. Product Overview Features • Faster Wireless Networking - D-Link DIR-885L... User Manual 4 The DIR-885L is also mydlink-enabled so you share a printer. • Compatible with existing ...
...router using the mydlink Lite app. SharePort Plus lets you can connect with 802.11n/g/b/a Devices - The mydlink SharePort™ app can be scheduled to be used to your DIR-885L from IEEE Standard 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11n, and 802.11ac specifications. Product Overview Features • Faster Wireless Networking - D-Link DIR-885L... User Manual 4 The DIR-885L is also mydlink-enabled so you share a printer. • Compatible with existing ...
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D-Link DIR-885L User Manual 45° 5 In order to the router before powering it on. Note: Attach the antennas to maximize performance, orient the antennas at an angle, pointing outward and away from the base unit. Section 1 - Product Overview Antenna Setup The DIR-885L is designed to give you the fastest, most stable network connection possible.
D-Link DIR-885L User Manual 45° 5 In order to the router before powering it on. Note: Attach the antennas to maximize performance, orient the antennas at an angle, pointing outward and away from the base unit. Section 1 - Product Overview Antenna Setup The DIR-885L is designed to give you the fastest, most stable network connection possible.
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... the default mode. 2 Reset Button Press the button and hold 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 USB 3.0 Port...a USB printer to share it on and off. 8 Power Connector Connector for the supplied power adapter. * Extender mode will reboot into the desired mode. D-Link DIR-885L User Manual 6 To change modes, move the switch to power on your network. 5 Gigabit LAN Ports (1-4) Connect Ethernet devices such as computers, switches, storage...
... the default mode. 2 Reset Button Press the button and hold 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 USB 3.0 Port...a USB printer to share it on and off. 8 Power Connector Connector for the supplied power adapter. * Extender mode will reboot into the desired mode. D-Link DIR-885L User Manual 6 To change modes, move the switch to power on your network. 5 Gigabit LAN Ports (1-4) Connect Ethernet devices such as computers, switches, storage...
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If the LED 2 Internet LED is orange, the connection is good but the router cannot connect to the power supply. The light will be a solid orange during boot up. Product Overview 1 2 3 4 5 Hardware Overview LEDs 1 Power LED A solid white light ... A solid white light indicates that the 5 GHz wireless band is enabled. 5 USB 3.0 LED A solid white light indicates that a USB device detected in the USB 3.0 port. D-Link DIR-885L User Manual 7 Section 1 - A solid light indicates connection on the Internet port.
If the LED 2 Internet LED is orange, the connection is good but the router cannot connect to the power supply. The light will be a solid orange during boot up. Product Overview 1 2 3 4 5 Hardware Overview LEDs 1 Power LED A solid white light ... A solid white light indicates that the 5 GHz wireless band is enabled. 5 USB 3.0 LED A solid white light indicates that a USB device detected in the USB 3.0 port. D-Link DIR-885L User Manual 7 Section 1 - A solid light indicates connection on the Internet port.
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...If you have DSL and are connecting via PPPoE, make sure you through the installation process. D-Link DIR-885L User Manual 8 Do not place the router in an attic or garage. typically a modem. • This router only supports Internet connectivity though the wired Internet Ethernet port. In some cases, you may need... ISP's equipment; Section 2 - If you must turn the modem back on your computer to access the Internet before using the router, then you were using a USB connection on . Installation Installation This section will not be able to connect to the Internet port on the...
...If you have DSL and are connecting via PPPoE, make sure you through the installation process. D-Link DIR-885L User Manual 8 Do not place the router in an attic or garage. typically a modem. • This router only supports Internet connectivity though the wired Internet Ethernet port. In some cases, you may need... ISP's equipment; Section 2 - If you must turn the modem back on your computer to access the Internet before using the router, then you were using a USB connection on . Installation Installation This section will not be able to connect to the Internet port on the...
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... file cabinets, brick, and concrete will travel straight through drywall or open doorways. Position devices so that generate RF noise. 5. D-Link DIR-885L User Manual 9 Try to a minimum each wall or ceiling can reduce your adapter's range from electrical devices or appliances that the ...the number of at a 45-degree angle appears to follow these basic guidelines: 1. Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The D-Link wireless router lets you are using a wireless connection from your wireless devices as ceiling fans, lights, and home security systems), your home or...
... file cabinets, brick, and concrete will travel straight through drywall or open doorways. Position devices so that generate RF noise. 5. D-Link DIR-885L User Manual 9 Try to a minimum each wall or ceiling can reduce your adapter's range from electrical devices or appliances that the ...the number of at a 45-degree angle appears to follow these basic guidelines: 1. Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The D-Link wireless router lets you are using a wireless connection from your wireless devices as ceiling fans, lights, and home security systems), your home or...
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Attach the four antennas to your DSL or Cable modem. Section 2 - Installation Manual Setup 1. Unplug the power to the router by twisting them on clockwise. 2. Modem D-Link DIR-885L User Manual 10
Attach the four antennas to your DSL or Cable modem. Section 2 - Installation Manual Setup 1. Unplug the power to the router by twisting them on clockwise. 2. Modem D-Link DIR-885L User Manual 10
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...your computer. 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 (yellow) 4. Complete steps 5 and 6 before attempting to the router with your DSL or Cable modem. Connect another Ethernet... cable from the Internet port of the router to one of the router. You can also connect wirelessly 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...
...your computer. 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 (yellow) 4. Complete steps 5 and 6 before attempting to the router with your DSL or Cable modem. Connect another Ethernet... cable from the Internet port of the router to one of the router. You can also connect wirelessly 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...
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... 3.0 1 2 3 4 Ethernet POWER DC IN USB T POWER 12V 2A Computer 6. Plug the power back into your DSL or cable modem. 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...outlet or surge protector. After the router has powered up , press the Power button on the back of the router. Proceed with router configuration. D-Link DIR-885L User Manual 12 Plug the power adapter into your router and connect to the router using the supplied Wi-Fi Configuration ...
... 3.0 1 2 3 4 Ethernet POWER DC IN USB T POWER 12V 2A Computer 6. Plug the power back into your DSL or cable modem. 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...outlet or surge protector. After the router has powered up , press the Power button on the back of the router. Proceed with router configuration. D-Link DIR-885L User Manual 12 Plug the power adapter into your router and connect to the router using the supplied Wi-Fi Configuration ...
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Use your router. Log into the router for the first time. Refer to configure your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch to page 14. • QRS Mobile App - Refer to page 23 D-Link DIR-885L User Manual 13 Refer to page 18. • Manual Setup - This wizard will launch when you can configure your router to connect to the Internet and connect to your router. Getting Started Getting Started There are several different ways you log into the router and manually configure your clients: • D-Link Setup Wizard - Section 3 -
Use your router. Log into the router for the first time. Refer to configure your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch to page 14. • QRS Mobile App - Refer to page 23 D-Link DIR-885L User Manual 13 Refer to page 18. • Manual Setup - This wizard will launch when you can configure your router to connect to the Internet and connect to your router. Getting Started Getting Started There are several different ways you log into the router and manually configure your clients: • D-Link Setup Wizard - Section 3 -
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Section 3 - Click Next to the Internet. The wizard is your first time installing the router, open your web browser and enter http://dlinkrouter.local./ in the address bar. Please wait while your router detects your new D-Link router and connect to continue. D-Link DIR-885L User Manual 14 Getting Started Setup Wizard If this is designed to guide you through a step-by-step process to configure your Internet connection type. Alternatively, enter the IP address of the router (default: http://192.168.0.1).
Section 3 - Click Next to the Internet. The wizard is your first time installing the router, open your web browser and enter http://dlinkrouter.local./ in the address bar. Please wait while your router detects your new D-Link router and connect to continue. D-Link DIR-885L User Manual 14 Getting Started Setup Wizard If this is designed to guide you through a step-by-step process to configure your Internet connection type. Alternatively, enter the IP address of the router (default: http://192.168.0.1).
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...click Next to choose from your computer. Section 3 - Getting Started If the router does not detect a valid Internet connection, a list of connection types to continue. D-Link DIR-885L User Manual DIR-885L 15 The software is no longer needed and will be obtained from will not ...work through a router. If the router detected or you selected PPPoE, enter your ISP. If the router detected or you selected Static, enter ...
...click Next to choose from your computer. Section 3 - Getting Started If the router does not detect a valid Internet connection, a list of connection types to continue. D-Link DIR-885L User Manual DIR-885L 15 The software is no longer needed and will be obtained from will not ...work through a router. If the router detected or you selected PPPoE, enter your ISP. If the router detected or you selected Static, enter ...
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In order to continue. Click Next if you want to your settings. Getting Started Create a Wi-Fi password (between 8-63 characters). You will be able to connect to use the router's web configuration utility. 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 continue. Your wireless clients will display your wireless network. Click Next to secure the router, please enter a new password. Click Next to them. D-Link DIR-885L User Manual 16 Section 3 -
In order to continue. Click Next if you want to your settings. Getting Started Create a Wi-Fi password (between 8-63 characters). You will be able to connect to use the router's web configuration utility. 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 continue. Your wireless clients will display your wireless network. Click Next to secure the router, please enter a new password. Click Next to them. D-Link DIR-885L User Manual 16 Section 3 -
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... your mydlink account with a final summary of your settings. D-Link DIR-885L User Manual 17 Getting Started To use the mydlink service (mydlink.com or the mydlink Lite app), you must have a mydlink account already, or No if you will be presented with the router. If you do not want to create your mydlink...
... your mydlink account with a final summary of your settings. D-Link DIR-885L User Manual 17 Getting Started To use the mydlink service (mydlink.com or the mydlink Lite app), you must have a mydlink account already, or No if you will be presented with the router. If you do not want to create your mydlink...
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...the Wi-Fi name (SSID) as listed on the supplied info card. Connect to the router wirelessly by going to install and configure your router from the Home screen of your mobile device. Select and then enter your router. Step 2 Once your app is the same. If you to your device. Section ...of the screenshots, but the process is installed, you may be different to the router, launch the QRS Mobile app from your device. Step 3 Once wirelessly connected to that of the QRS Mobile app. D-Link DIR-885L User Manual 18 Getting Started QRS Mobile App QRS Mobile app allows you are ...
...the Wi-Fi name (SSID) as listed on the supplied info card. Connect to the router wirelessly by going to install and configure your router from the Home screen of your mobile device. Select and then enter your router. Step 2 Once your app is the same. If you to your device. Section ...of the screenshots, but the process is installed, you may be different to the router, launch the QRS Mobile app from your device. Step 3 Once wirelessly connected to that of the QRS Mobile app. D-Link DIR-885L User Manual 18 Getting Started QRS Mobile App QRS Mobile app allows you are ...
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Section 3 - Getting Started Step 4 Once the QRS Mobile app has loaded, you the router is connected to the next step. 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. Plug one end of the provided Ethernet cable into your device password and tap Log In. Tap Next to automatically detect your Internet connection and proceed to a modem. Tap Start to proceed, then enter your DSL or cable modem, and plug the other end into the port marked INTERNET on the DIR-885L.
Section 3 - Getting Started Step 4 Once the QRS Mobile app has loaded, you the router is connected to the next step. 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. Plug one end of the provided Ethernet cable into your device password and tap Log In. Tap Next to automatically detect your Internet connection and proceed to a modem. Tap Start to proceed, then enter your DSL or cable modem, and plug the other end into the port marked INTERNET on the DIR-885L.
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Section 3 - D-Link DIR-885L User Manual 20 Tap Next to proceed. Tap Next to proceed. See "Configuration" on page 23 for details of your choice, or leave it connects. ... administrator password of when this password is only required when you need to enter this password is used. Any device trying to connect to the router wirelessly will need to accept the default SSID. Unlike the Wi-Fi password, this password the first time it unchanged to configure the...
Section 3 - D-Link DIR-885L User Manual 20 Tap Next to proceed. Tap Next to proceed. See "Configuration" on page 23 for details of your choice, or leave it connects. ... administrator password of when this password is only required when you need to enter this password is used. Any device trying to connect to the router wirelessly will need to accept the default SSID. Unlike the Wi-Fi password, this password the first time it unchanged to configure the...