Dlink DIR-803 User Manual
Version 1.0 | 11/11/2013
User Manual
Wireless AC750 Dual Band Router
DIR-803
Preface
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person or organization of such revisions or changes.
Manual Revisions
Revision Date Description
1.0 November 11, 2013 • Initial release for Revision A1
Trademarks
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their respective companies.
Copyright © 2013 by D-Link Systems, Inc.
All rights reserved. This publication may not be reproduced, in whole or in part, without prior expressed written permission
from D-Link Systems, Inc.
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Preface ................................................................................. i
Manual Revisions ........................................................................... i
Trademarks ...................................................................................... i
Product Overview .............................................................. 1
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
Conguration ...................................................................11
Quick Setup Wizard ....................................................................12
QRS Mobile App ..........................................................................17
Web-based Conguration Utility ..........................................18
Internet Connection Setup .............................................19
Internet Connection Setup Wizard ...............................20
Internet (Manual) ................................................................26
Static (assigned by ISP) ................................................28
PPPoE (DSL) ......................................................................29
PPTP ....................................................................................31
L2TP ....................................................................................33
DS-Lite ...............................................................................35
Wireless connection setup wizard ................................36
Wi-Fi Protected Setup Wizard .........................................39
Manual wireless network setup .....................................40
Wireless Security .................................................................49
What is WPA? ...................................................................49
Network Settings ................................................................50
Router Settings ...............................................................50
DHCP Server Settings ...................................................51
DHCP Reservation .........................................................53
IPv6 ..........................................................................................54
IPv6 Internet Connection Setup Wizard ................55
IPv6 Manual Setup.........................................................60
Advanced ...............................................................................69
Virtual Server ...................................................................69
Port Forwarding .............................................................70
Application Rules ...........................................................71
QoS Engine .......................................................................72
Network Filters ................................................................74
Access Control .................................................................75
Website Filters .................................................................78
Inbound Filters ................................................................79
Firewall Settings .............................................................80
Routing ..............................................................................82
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Advanced Wireless ........................................................83
Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) .....................................84
Advanced Network Settings ......................................86
Guest Zone .......................................................................87
Tools ........................................................................................88
Admin.................................................................................88
Time ....................................................................................89
SysLog ................................................................................90
Email Settings..................................................................91
System ...............................................................................92
Firmware ...........................................................................93
Language Pack ................................................................93
Dynamic DNS ..................................................................94
System Check ..................................................................95
Schedules .........................................................................96
Status ......................................................................................97
Device Info .......................................................................97
Logs.....................................................................................98
Windows® 7 ................................................................................108
WPA/WPA2 .........................................................................108
WPS ....................................................................................... 111
Windows Vista® ......................................................................... 115
WPA/WPA2 .........................................................................116
WPS/WCN 2.0 .................................................................... 118
Windows® XP ............................................................................. 119
WPA/WPA2 .........................................................................120
Troubleshooting ............................................................122
Wireless Basics ...............................................................126
What is Wireless? ...................................................................... 127
Tips ................................................................................................ 129
Wireless Modes ......................................................................... 130
Networking Basics .........................................................131
Check your IP address ............................................................ 131
Statically Assign an IP address ............................................ 132
Statistics ............................................................................99
Internet Sessions ......................................................... 100
Routing ........................................................................... 101
Wireless...........................................................................102
IPv6 ..................................................................................103
Support ............................................................................... 104
Connect a Wireless Client to your Router ....................105
WPS Button ................................................................................ 105
Windows® 8 ................................................................................106
WPA/WPA2 .........................................................................106
Technical Specications ................................................133
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Section 1 - Product Overview
DIR-803 Wireless AC750 Dual Band Router
Ethernet Cable
Power Adapter
Product Overview
Package Contents
Wi-Fi Conguration Note
WI-FI Conguration Note
If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller.
Note: Using a power supply with a dierent voltage rating than the one included with the DIR-803 will cause damage and void the warranty
for this product.
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Network Requirements
System Requirements
• An Ethernet-based Cable or DSL modem
• IEEE 802.11ac, 802.11a, 802.11n or 802.11g wireless clients
• 10/100 Ethernet
Computer with the following:
• Windows®, Macintosh, or Linux-based operating system
• An installed Ethernet adapter
Web-based Conguration
Utility Requirements
Browser Requirements:
Microsoft Internet Explorer® v7, Mozilla® Firefox® v9.0,
Google® Chrome 16.0, or Safari® v4 or higher version
Windows
installed. Visit www.java.com to download the latest version.
®
Users: Make sure you have the latest version of Java
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Introduction
The D-Link DIR-803 is a IEEE 802.11ac compliant device that delivers up to 3 times faster speeds than 802.11n while staying
backward compatible with 802.11a/g/b devices. Connect the DIR-803 to a Cable or DSL modem and provide high-speed
Internet access to multiple computers, game consoles, and media players. Create a secure wireless network to share photos,
les, music, videos, printers, and network storage. Powered by the 802.11ac technology this router provides wireless coverage
for homes and oces, or for users running bandwidth-intensive applications.
With some routers, all wired and wireless trac, including VoIP, Video Streaming, Online Gaming, and Web browsing are mixed
together into a single data stream. By handling data this way, applications like video streaming could pause or delay. With the
D-Link Intelligent QoS Technology, wired and wireless trac are analyzed and separated into multiple data streams.
The DIR-803 supports the latest wireless security features to help prevent unauthorized access, be it from over a wireless network
or the Internet. Support for WPA™ and WPA2™ standards ensure that you will be able to use the best possible encryption
regardless of your client devices. In addition, this router utilizes Dual Active Firewalls (SPI and NAT) to prevent potential attacks
from across the Internet for the ideal centerpiece for your wireless network in the home or oce.
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• Ultimate Fast Wireless Networking - The DIR-803 provides up to 300Mbps wireless connection in 2.4GHz band,
433Mbps wireless connection in 5GHz with other 802.11ac and draft 802.11n wireless clients. This capability
allows users to participate in real-time activities online, such as video streaming, online gaming, and real-time
audio. The performance of this 802.11ac wireless router gives you the freedom of wireless networking at speeds
3x faster than 802.11n.
• Compatible with 802.11a/g/n Devices - The DIR-803 is still fully compatible with the IEEE 802.11a, 802.11g
and 802.11n, so it can connect with existing 802.11a, 802.11g and 802.11n PCI, USB, and Cardbus adapters.
• Advanced Firewall Features - The Web-based user interface displays a number of advanced network
management features including:
• Content Filtering - Easily applied content ltering based on MAC Address, URL, and/or Domain
Name.
Features
• Filter Scheduling - These lters can be scheduled to be active on certain days or for a duration of
hours or minutes.
• Secure Multiple/Concurrent Sessions - The DIR-803 can pass through VPN sessions. It supports
multiple and concurrent IPSec and PPTP sessions, so users behind the DIR-803 can securely access
corporate networks.
• User-friendly Setup Wizard - Through its easy-to-use Web-based user interface, the DIR-803 lets you control what
information is accessible to those on the wireless network, whether from the Internet or from your company’s
server. Congure your router to your specic settings within minutes.
* Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11a, 802.11g, 802.11n and draft 802.11ac specications. Actual data throughput will vary. Network conditions
and environmental factors, including volume of network trac, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. Environmental
conditions will adversely aect wireless signal range.
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Hardware Overview
Connections
1 2 3 4
1 LAN Ports (1-4) Connect 10/100 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 the supplied power adapter.
4 Reset Button Insert a paperclip in the hole and wait for 10 seconds to reset the router to default settings.
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LEDs
21 43 5
1 Power LED A solid green light indicates a proper connection to the power supply.
2 Internet LED A solid light indicates connection on the Internet port.
3 WPS LED This LED blinks during WPS handshake phase.
4 Wireless LED A solid light indicates that the wireless segment is ready. This LED blinks during wireless data transmission.
5 Local Network LEDs
A solid light indicates a connection to an Ethernet-enabled computer on ports 1-4.
This LED blinks during data transmission
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Installation
This section will walk you through the installation process. Placement of the router is very important. Do not place the router
in an enclosed area such as a closet, cabinet, or in the attic or garage.
Before you Begin
• Please congure the router with the computer that was last connected directly to your modem.
• You can only use the Ethernet port on your modem. If you were using the USB connection before using the router,
then you must turn o your modem, disconnect the USB cable and connect an Ethernet cable to the Internet port
on the router, and then turn the modem back on. In some cases, you may need to call your ISP to change connection
types (USB to Ethernet).
• If you have DSL and are connecting via PPPoE, make sure you disable or uninstall any PPPoE software such as WinPoet,
Broadjump, or Enternet 300 from your computer or you will not be able to connect to the Internet.
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Wireless Installation Considerations
The D-Link wireless router lets you access your network using a wireless connection from virtually anywhere within the
operating range of your wireless network. Keep in mind, however, that the number, thickness and location of walls, ceilings,
or other objects that the wireless signals must pass through, may limit the range. Typical ranges vary depending on the types
of materials and background RF (radio frequency) noise in your home or business. The key to maximizing wireless range is to
follow these basic guidelines:
1. Keep the number of walls and ceilings between the D-Link router and other network devices to a minimum -
each wall or ceiling can reduce your adapter’s range from 3-90 feet (1-30 meters.) Position your devices so that
the number of walls or ceilings is minimized.
2. Be aware of the direct line between network devices. A wall that is 1.5 feet thick (.5 meters), at a 45-degree angle
appears to be almost 3 feet (1 meter) thick. At a 2-degree angle it looks over 42 feet (14 meters) thick! Position
devices so that the signal will travel straight through a wall or ceiling (instead of at an angle) for better reception.
3. Building Materials make a dierence. A solid metal door or aluminum studs may have a negative eect on range.
Try to position access points, wireless routers, and computers so that the signal passes through drywall or open
doorways. Materials and objects such as glass, steel, metal, walls with insulation, water (sh tanks), mirrors, le
cabinets, brick, and concrete will degrade your wireless signal.
4. Keep your product away (at least 3-6 feet or 1-2 meters) from electrical devices or appliances that generate RF
noise.
5. If you are using 2.4GHz cordless phones or X-10 (wireless products such as ceiling fans, lights, and home security
systems), your wireless connection may degrade dramatically or drop completely. Make sure your 2.4GHz phone
base is as far away from your wireless devices as possible. The base transmits a signal even if the phone in not
in use.
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Manual Setup
1. Turn o and unplug your cable or DSL broadband modem. This is required.
Modem
2. Position your router close to your modem and a computer. Place the router in an open area of your intended
work area for better wireless coverage.
3. Unplug the Ethernet cable from your modem (or existing router if upgrading) that is connected to your computer.
Plug it into the LAN port labeled 1 on the back of your router. The router is now connected to your computer.
Computer
DIR-803
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4. Plug one end of the included blue Ethernet cable that came with your router into the yellow port labeled
INTERNET on the back of the router. Plug the other end of this cable into the Ethernet port on your modem.
Computer
DIR-803
Modem
INTERNET
5. Reconnect the power adapter to your cable or DSL broadband modem and wait for two minutes.
6. Connect the supplied power adapter into the power port on the back of the router and then plug it into a power
outlet or surge protector. The power LED is lit. Allow 1 minute for the router to boot up.
Computer
DIR-803
Modem
INTERNET
7. If you are connecting to a Broadband service that uses a dynamic connection (not PPPoE), you may be online
already. Try opening a web browser and enter a web site. If a solid light indicates connection on the Internet port
and the router can connect to the Internet.
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Conguration
There are several dierent ways you can congure your router to connect to the Internet and connect to your clients:
• D-Link Setup Wizard - This wizard will launch when you log into the router for the rst time. Refer to page 12.
• QRS Mobile App - Use your iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch to congure your router. Refer to page 19
• Manual Setup - Log into the router and manually congure your router (advanced users only). Refer to page 25.
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Quick Setup Wizard
If this is your rst time installing the router, open your web
browser. You will automatically be directed to the Wizard Setup
Screen. If not, enter “http://dlinkrouter.local.” Then, press Enter.
If you have already congured your settings and you would like
to access the conguration utility, please refer to page 27.
If this is your rst time logging into the router, this wizard will
start automatically.
This wizard is designed to guide you through a step-by-step
process to congure your new D-Link router and connect to the
Internet.
Click Next to continue.
Please wait while your router detects your internet connection type.
If the router detects your Internet connection, you may need to enter
your ISP information such as username and password.
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If the router does not detect a valid Ethernet connection from the
Internet port, this screen will appear. Connect your broadband modem
to the Internet port and then click Try Again.
If the router detects an Ethernet connection but does not detect the type
of Internet connection you have, this screen will appear. Click Guide me
through the Internet Connection Settings to display a list of connection
types to choose from.
Select your Internet connection type and click Next to continue.
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If the router detected or you selected PPPoE, enter your PPPoE username
and password and click Next to continue.
Note: Make sure to remove your PPPoE software from your computer. The
software is no longer needed and will not work through a router.
If the router detected or you selected PPTP, enter your PPTP username,
password, and other information supplied by your ISP. Click Next to
continue.
If the router detected or you selected L2TP, enter your L2TP username,
password, and other information supplied by your ISP. Click Next to
continue.
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If the router detected or you selected Static, enter the IP and DNS
settings supplied by your ISP. Click Next to continue.
For both the 2.4GHz and 5GHz segments, create a Wi-Fi network name
(SSID) using up to 32 characters.
Create a Wi-Fi password (between 8-63 characters). Your wireless clients
will need to have this passphrase or key entered to be able to connect
to your wireless network.
Click Next to continue.
In order to secure your router, please enter a new password. Check the
Enable Graphical Authentication box to enable CAPTCHA authentication
for added security. Click Next to continue.
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Select your time zone from the drop-down menu and click Next to
continue.
The Setup Complete window will display your Wi-Fi settings. Click Save
and Connect to continue.
If you want to create a bookmark to the router, click OK. Click Cancel if
you do not want to create a bookmark.
If you clicked Yes, a window may appear (depending on what web
browser you are using) to create a bookmark.
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QRS Mobile App
D-Link oers an app for your iPad, iPod Touch, or iPhone (iOS 4.3 or higher) to install and congure your router.
Step 1
From your iPad, Touch, or iPhone, go to the iTunes Store and
search for ‘D-Link’. Select QRS Mobile and then download it.
You may also scan this code to download.
Step 2
Once your app is installed, you may now congure your router.
Connect to the router wirelessly by going to your wireless utility
on your device. Scan for the Wi-Fi name (SSID) as listed on the
supplied info card. Select and then enter your Wi-Fi password.
Step 3
Once you connect to the router, launch the QRS mobile app and
it will guide you through the installation of your router.
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Web-based Conguration Utility
To access the conguration utility, open a web-browser such as
Internet Explorer and enter address of the router
(http://dlinkrouter.local. or http://192.168.0.1).
Non-Windows and Non-Mac users may also connect by typing
http://192.168.0.1 in the address bar.
Leave the password blank by default.
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Internet Connection Setup
Click Manual Internet Connection Setup to congure your
connection manually and continue to the next page.
If you want to congure your router to connect to the Internet
using the wizard, click Internet Connection Setup Wizard.
You will be directed to the Quick Setup Wizard.
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Internet Connection Setup Wizard
When conguring the router for the rst time, we recommend
that you click use the Internet Connection Setup Wizard, and follow
the instructions on the screen. This wizard is designed to assist
user with a quick and easy method to congure the Internet
Connectivity of this router.
Anytime during the Internet Connection Setup Wizard, the user
can click on the Cancel button to discard any changes made
and return to the main Internet page. Also the user can click
on the Prev button, to return to the previous window for reconguration.
Welcome:
This wizard will guide you through a step-by-step process to congure
your new D-Link router and connect to the Internet.
Click Next to continue.
Step 1: Set Your Password
By default, the D-Link Router does not have a password congured for
administrator access to the Web-based conguration pages. To secure
your new networking device, please enter and verify a password in the
spaces provided. The two passwords must match.
Click Next to continue.
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Step 2: Select Your Time Zone
Select the appropriate time zone for your location. This information is
required to congure the time-based options for the router.
Click Next to continue.
Step 3: Internet Connection
Here the user will be able to congure the Internet Connectivity used by this device. You can proceed to select any of the other manual Internet
Connection methods listed below.
The following parameters will be available for conguration:
Dynamic IP Address: Choose this if your Internet connection
automatically provides you with an IP Address. Most Cable Modems use this type of
connection.
PPPoE: Choose this option if your Internet con-
nection requires a PPPoE username and
password to get online. Most DSL modems use this type of connection.
PPTP: Choose this option if your Internet con-
nection requires a PPTP username and
password to get online.
L2TP: Choose this option if your Internet con-
nection requires an L2TP username and
password to get online.
Static IP Address: Choose this option if your Internet Setup
Provider provided you with IP Address
information that has to be manually congured.
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Step 3: Internet Connection (Dynamic IP Address)
After selecting the Dynamic IP Address Internet connection method, the following page will appear.
The following parameters will be available for conguration:
MAC Address: Enter the MAC address of the Internet gate-
way (plugged into the Internet port of this
device) here.
Clone Button: If the conguration PC also acts as the Internet
gateway, then click on the Clone Your PC’s
MAC Address button to copy the PC’s MAC
address into the space provided. If you’re not
sure, leave the MAC Address eld blank.
Host Name: Enter the host name used here. You may also
need to provide a Host Name. If you do not
have or know this information, please contact
your ISP.
Primary DNS Address: Enter the Primary DNS IP address used here.
Secondary DNS Address: Enter the Secondary DNS IP address used
here. This eld is normally optional. Only
one DNS address is required for a functional
Internet connection, but using a second DNS
address provides more stability.
Click Next to continue.
Step 3: Internet Connection (PPPoE)
After selecting the PPPoE Internet connection method, the following
page will appear:
The following parameters will be available for conguration:
User Name: Enter the PPPoE account user name used here.
This information is given by the ISP.
Password: Enter the PPPoE account password used here.
This information is given by the ISP.
Click Next to continue.
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Step 3: Internet Connection (PPTP)
After selecting the PPTP Internet connection method, the following
page will appear:
The following parameters will be available for conguration:
Address Mode: Here the user can specify whether this
Internet connection requires the use of a
Dynamic or Static IP address. PPTP usual
requires a Dynamic IP conguration.
PPTP IP Address: Enter the PPTP IP address used here. This
option is only available if Static IP is selected.
PPTP Subnet Mask: Enter the PPTP Subnet Mask used here.
PPTP Gateway IP Address: Enter the PPTP Gateway IP address used
here.
PPTP Server IP Address: Enter the PPTP Server IP address used
here. This is normally the same a the PPTP
Gateway IP address.
User Name: Enter the PPTP username used here.
Password: Enter the PPTP password used here.
Verify Password: Re-enter the PPTP password used here.
Primary DNS Address: Enter the Primary DNS IP address used here.
Secondary DNS Address: Enter the Secondary DNS IP address used here. This eld is normally optional. Only one DNS address is required for
a functional Internet connection, but using a second DNS address provides more stability.
Click Next to continue.
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Step 3: Internet Connection (L2TP)
After selecting the L2TP Internet connection method, the following
page will appear:
The following parameters will be available for conguration:
Address Mode: Here the user can specify whether this
Internet connection requires the use of a
Dynamic or Static IP address. L2TP usual
requires a Dynamic IP conguration.
L2TP IP Address: Enter the L2TP IP address used here. This
option is only available if Static IP is selected.
L2TP Subnet Mask: Enter the L2TP Subnet Mask used here.
L2TP Gateway IP Address: Enter the L2TP Gateway IP address used
here.
L2TP Server IP Address: Enter the L2TP Server IP address used
here. This is normally the same a the L2TP
Gateway IP address.
User Name: Enter the L2TP username used here.
Password: Enter the L2TP password used here.
Verify Password: Re-enter the L2TP password used here.
Primary DNS Address: Enter the Primary DNS IP address used
here.
Secondary DNS Address: Enter the Secondary DNS IP address used
here. This eld is normally optional. Only
one DNS address is required for a functional Internet connection, but using a
second DNS address provides more stability.
Click Next to continue.
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Step 3: Internet Connection (Static IP Address)
After selecting the Static IP Address Internet connection method, the following page will appear:
The following parameters will be available for conguration:
IP Address: Enter the Static IP address provided by the
ISP here.
Subnet Mask: Enter the Subnet Mask provided by the ISP
here.
Gateway Address: Enter the Gateway IP address provided by
the ISP here.
Primary DNS Address: Enter the Primary DNS IP address used
here.
Secondary DNS Address: Enter the Secondary DNS IP address used
here. This eld is normally optional. Only
one DNS address is required for a functional Internet connection, but using a
second DNS address provides more stability.
Click Next to continue.
Setup Complete!
This is the last page of the Internet Connection Setup Wizard.
Click the Connect button to save your settings.
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Internet (Manual)
On this page the user can congure the Internet Connection settings
manually. To access the Manual Internet Connection Setup page, click
on the Manual Internet Connection Setup button. On this page there
a multiple parameters that can be congured regarding the Internet
Connection setup. We’ll discuss them from top to bottom.
At any given point the user can save the conguration done, on this
page, by clicking on the Save Settings button. If you choose to discard
the changes made, click on the Don’t Save Settings button.
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