D-Link DIR-818L User Manual

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Hardware Overview Minimum Requirements Connect your Router

Network Requirements:

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• An Ethernet-based broadband modem

Unplug the power to your DSL or Cable modem.

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Plug the power back into your DSL or cable modem. Please wait about

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one minute before continuing.

Wireless AC750

Dual Band Gigabit Router

Package Contents

DIR-818L Wireless AC750 Dual Band Gigabit Router

Power Adapter

Ethernet Cable

Wi-Fi Con guration Card

Quick Install Guide

If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller.

DIR-818LW

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A solid green light indicates a proper connection to the

1 Power LED

power supply. The light will be solid orange during boot-up

and will blink green during the WPS process.

A solid light indicates a connection to the Internet port. If
the LED is orange, the connection is good but the router

2 Internet LED

cannot connect to the Internet. If this LED is blinking
orange, this indicates that the “on demand” connection
type is set and the Internet connection is idle.

3 USB Port

4 WPS Button

5 LAN Ports (1-4)

6 Internet Port

Connect a USB  ash drive to share content throughout
your network.

Press to start the WPS process. The Power LED will start to

blink.

Connect Ethernet devices such as computers, switches,
and game consoles.

Connect your broadband modem to this port using an
Ethernet cable.

7 Power Button Press to power the router on and o .

8 Power Port Connect the supplied power adapter.

9 Reset Button

Press and hold the reset button with a paper clip for six

seconds to reset the router to the factory default settings.

Web-based Con guration Requirements:

Computer with the following:

• Windows® 8, Windows® 7, Windows
Vista®, Windows® XP SP3, or Mac OS® X (v10.4)

• An installed Ethernet adapter or wireless adapter

WPS

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• Internet Explorer 7

Supported Browsers:

Modem

• Safari 4

• Chrome v20.0

• Firefox v12.0

Make sure you have the latest version of Java installed. Visit www.java.com
to download the latest version.

mydlink Requirements:

• iPhone/iPad/iPod Touch (iOS 4.3 or higher)

• Android device (1.6 or higher)

• Web Browser Requirements:

• Internet Explorer 7 or higher

• Safari 5 or higher

• Chrome

• Firefox

Note: To learn more about mydlink, visit http://www.mydlink.com.

Connect an Ethernet cable from the Internet port of the router to the

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Ethernet port on your DSL or Cable modem.

Ethernet Cable

Ethernet Port

WPS

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2

LAN

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INTERNET

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USB

Internet Port (yellow)

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Modem

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Connect another Ethernet cable from the Ethernet port on your

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computer to one of the LAN ports on the router.

Modem

Plug the power adapter into your router and connect to an available

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power outlet or surge protector. If the Power LED does not light up, press
the Power button on the back of the router.

Modem

Before you Start

• Users with DSL providers - If you are using a PPPoE connection, you will need
your PPPoE user name and password. If you do not have this information, contact
your Internet provider. Do not proceed until you have this information.

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• Users with Cable providers - Make sure you unplug the power to your modem.
In some cases, you may need to turn it o for up to 5 minutes.

• Advanced Users - If your ISP provided you with a modem/router combo, you will
need to set it to “bridge” mode so the DIR-818L router can work properly. Please

Ethernet Cable

Computer

After the router has powered up, verify that the Power (green) and Internet

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(orange or green) LEDs are both lit then continue with the Con guration
section on the other side.

contact your ISP or refer to the user manual for your modem/router device.

DIR-818L

Computer

Computer

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Conguration B. QRS Mobile Setup Troubleshooting

There are two ways to congure your router:

A. Web Browser - Use a web browser from your computer.
B. QRS Mobile app - Use a mobile device with the D-Link QRS Mobile app.

Refer to the QRS Mobile Setup section for more information.

A. Web Browser Conguration

Open a web browser (e.g., Internet Explorer, Chrome, Firefox, or Safari) and

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enter http://dlinkrouter.local. /. You can also enter the IP address of the
router (http://192.168.0.1).

When the Welcome screen appears, click Next to continue.

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If the router automatically detects your Internet connection type, skip to step

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5. If not, then select your Internet connection and click Next to continue.

Cable users (DHCP) click Next to continue.

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DSL (PPPoE) users enter your PPPoE user name and password supplied by
your ISP. Click Next to continue.

For both the 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands, create a name for your Wi-Fi Network

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and a password. Your wireless devices (i.e., tablets, smartphones, and
laptops) will need to have this information entered to be able to connect to
your wireless network.

Continue with the Setup Wizard to nish conguring your DIR-818L router.

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Once completed, the Internet LED will turn green indicating that your router

is connected to the Internet.

Note: Setting up “mydlink” is optional and not required for the router to function.

Congratulations! You have completed the router installation.

Scan the code below or search “QRS Mobile” (App Store or Google Play) to

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download the QRS Mobile App to your iPhone, iPad, or Android device.

iOS Android

Once your app is installed, you may now congure your router. Connect to

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the router wirelessly by going to your wireless utility on your device. Scan
for the wireless network name as listed on the supplied Wi-Fi Conguration
card/sticker. Select the network and then enter the Wi-Fi Password.

Wi-Fi Name(SSID) 2.4Ghz:
dlink-2C1B
Wi-Fi Name(SSID) 5GHz:
dlink-2C1B-5GHz
Password:gccnu80856

Once connected, click on the QRS Mobile icon from your mobile device,

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then click Start to continue. Please follow the on-screen instructions to
complete the setup.

Once the Setup Complete screen appears, click Save and write down the

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new Wi-Fi Network name and password on your companion card for future
reference.

Note: To reconnect to your router, launch your wireless utility, select the new
Wi-Fi Network you created, and then enter your new Wi-Fi password.

QRS Mobile App

How do I connect my wireless devices to the DIR-818L router?

1. Open your wireless network utility that displays available wireless networks.

2. Select the Wi-Fi Network name you assigned in the wizard and connect.

Note: If you did not run the setup wizard or you reset the router to its default
settings, refer to the Wi-Fi Conguration Card included for the default Wi-Fi
Network Name and Wi-Fi Password.

You can also connect using WPS:

1. Press the WPS button on the DIR-818L for three seconds.

2. Within one minute press the WPS button on your wireless device.

3. Allow up to two minutes to connect.

Note: Some devices may require you to log in to a utility to start the WPS process.
Refer to the user manual of the device you want to connect to the router if you do
not know how to start the WPS process.

How do I change the wireless settings on the DIR-818L router?

1. Open a web browser (e.g., Internet Explorer, Chrome, Firefox, or Safari) and
enter http://dlinkrouter.local./. You can also enter the IP address of the
router (http://192.168.0.1).

2. At the login screen, select admin from the user name drop-down and enter
the router password you created in the wizard (no password by default).

3. Go to Setup > Wireless Settings > Manual Wireless Network Setup to

create a new Wi-Fi network name (SSID) and Wi-Fi password.

Documentation available at http://www.dlink.ca

Technical Support

Having trouble installing your new product? D-Link’s website contains the latest
user documentation and software updates for D-Link products. U.S. and Canadian

customers can contact D-Link Technical Support through our website or by phone.

United States

Internet: http://support.dlink.com

Copyright ©2013 D-Link Corporation/D-Link Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. D-Link and the D-Link logo are registered trademarks of

D-Link Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States and other countries. iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch are registered trademarks

of Apple Inc. Android is a trademark of Google, Inc. Other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Maximum wireless
signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11ac (Draft), 802.11g, and 802.11n specications. Actual data throughput will vary. Network

conditions and environmental factors, including volume of network trac, building materials and construction, and network overhead,

lower actual data throughput rate. Environmental factors will adversely aect wireless signal range. Product specications, size and

shape are subject to change without notice, and actual product appearance may dier from that depicted on the packaging. Visit www.
dlink.ca for more details.

Canada

Internet: http://support.dlink.ca

GPL Code Statement

This D-Link product includes software code developed by third parties, including

software code subject to the GNU General Public License (“GPL”) or GNU Lesser
General Public License (“LGPL”). As applicable, the terms of the GPL and LGPL,
and information on obtaining access to the GPL code and LGPL code used in this
product, are available to you at:

http://tsd.dlink.com.tw/GPL.asp

The GPL code and LGPL code used in this product is distributed WITHOUT ANY
WARRANTY and is subject to the copyrights of one or more authors. For details,

see the GPL code and the LGPL code for this product and the terms of the GPL and
LGPL.

Written Oer for GPL and LGPL Source Code

Where such specic license terms entitle you to the source code of such software,

D-Link will provide upon written request via email and/or traditional paper mail
the applicable GPL and LGPLsource code les via CD-ROM for a nominal cost to

cover shipping and media charges as allowed under the GPL and LGPL.

Please direct all inquiries to:

Email:

[e-mail]

Snail Mail:

Attn: GPLSOURCE REQUEST

D-Link Systems, Inc.
17595 Mt. Herrmann Street

Fountain Valley, CA 92708

GNU GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE

Version 3, 29 June 2007

Copyright (C) 2007 Free Software Foundation, Inc. <http://fsf.org/>

View the full GPL Code Statement at http://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl.html

Version 1.0 | November 27, 2013

FCC Statement:

Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates uses and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the inst r uctions, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference
will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment of f and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures:

● Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

● Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

● Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is

connected.

● Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause undesired opera tion.

For product available in the USA/Canada market, only channel 1~11 can be operated. Selection of
other channels is not possible.

This device and it's antennas(s) must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or
transmitter except in accordance with FCC multi-transmitter product procedures.

This device is going to be operated in 5.15~5.25GHz frequency range, it is restricted in indoor
environment only.

IMPORTANT NOTE:
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement:

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.
This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator &
your body.

IC Statement

This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operat ion is subject to
the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device m us t
accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operat ion of the device.

Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence.
L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2)
l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en
compromettre le fonctionnement.

For product available in the USA/Canada market, only channel 1~11 can be operated. Selection of
other channels is not possible.

Pour les produits disponibles aux États-Unis / Canada du marché, seul le canal 1 à 11 peuvent être exploités. Sélection
d'autres canaux n'est pas possible.

This device and it's antennas(s) must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or
transmitter except in accordance with IC multi-transmitter product procedures.

Cet appareil et son antenne (s) ne doit pas être co-localisés ou fonctionnement en association avec une autre antenne ou
transmetteur.

The device for the band 5150-5250 MHz is only for indoor usage to reduce potential for harmful
interference to co-channel mobile satellite systems.

les dispositifs fonctionnant dans la bande 5150-5250 MHz sont réservés uniquement pour u ne
utilisation à l’intérieur afin de réduire les risques de brouillage préjudiciable aux systèmes de satellites mobiles utilisant
les mêmes canaux.

IMPORTANT NOTE:
IC Radiation Exposure Statement:

This equipment complies with IC RSS-102 radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between
the radiator & your body.

Cet équipement est conforme aux limites d'exposition aux rayonnements IC établies pour un environnement non contrôlé.
Cet équipement doit être installé et utilisé avec un minimum de 20 cm de distance entre la source de rayonnement et votre
corps.

NCC Statement

以下警語適用台灣地區

經型式認證合格之低功率射頻電機，非經許可，公司、商號或使用者均不得擅自變更頻

率、加大功率或變更原設計之特性及功能。

低功率射頻電機之使用不得影響飛航安全及干擾合法通信；經發現有干擾現象時，應立

即停用，並改善至無干擾時方得繼續使用。前項合法通信，指依電信法規定作業之無線

電通信。低功率射頻電機須忍受合法通信或工業、科學及醫療用電波輻射性電機設備之

干擾。

5.25

電磁波曝露量MPE標準值 1mW/cm2，送測產品實測值為：0.068495 mW/cm2

-5.35 GHz 頻帶內操作之無線資訊傳輸設備，限於室內使用