DIR-850L
Version 1.0 | April 19, 2013
User Manual
Wireless AC1200
Dual Band Cloud Router
DIR-850L
Preface
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person or organization of such revisions or changes.
Manual Revisions
Revision Date Description
1.0 April 19, 2013 • Initial release for Revision A1
Trademarks
D-Link and the D-Link logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of D-Link Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United
States or other countries. All other company or product names mentioned herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of
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
Hardware Overview ..................................................................... 4
Connections ........................................................................... 4
LEDs ........................................................................................... 5
Installation ......................................................................... 6
Before you Begin ...........................................................................6
Wireless Installation Considerations ......................................7
Connect to your Network .......................................................... 8
Connect to an Existing Router ...............................................11
Conguration ................................................................... 13
Quick Setup Wizard ....................................................................14
QRS Mobile App ..........................................................................21
SharePort Mobile App ..............................................................22
Web-based Conguration Utility ..........................................26
Internet Connection Setup .............................................27
Static (assigned by ISP) ................................................28
Dynamic (Cable) .............................................................29
PPPoE (DSL) ......................................................................30
PPTP ....................................................................................31
L2TP ....................................................................................33
DS-Lite ...............................................................................35
Internet Connection Setup Wizard .......................................36
Wireless Settings .................................................................41
Wireless Connection Setup Wizard..........................42
Add Wireless Device with WPS Wizard ...................44
Manual Wireless Settings ............................................46
802.11n/g (2.4GHz) ..................................................46
802.11ac/n/a (5GHz) ...............................................47
Wireless Security .................................................................48
What is WPA? ...................................................................48
WPA/WPA2-Personal (PSK) .........................................49
Congure WPA/WPA2-Enterprise (RADIUS)..........50
Network Settings ................................................................52
Router Settings ...............................................................52
DHCP Server Settings ................................................... 53
DHCP Reservation .........................................................55
Storage ...................................................................................56
Access Files from the Internet ...................................57
IPv6 ..........................................................................................58
IPv6 Internet Connection Setup Wizard ................60
IPv6 Manual Setup.........................................................65
Auto Detection .........................................................65
Static IPv6 ...................................................................66
Autoconguration ...................................................67
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PPPoE............................................................................68
IPv6 in IPv4 Tunneling ............................................ 70
6 to 4 Tunneling ........................................................ 71
6rd .................................................................................72
Local Connectivity ...................................................73
mydlink Settings .................................................................74
Advanced ...............................................................................75
Virtual Server ................................................................... 75
Port Forwarding .............................................................76
Application Rules ...........................................................77
QoS Engine .......................................................................78
Network Filters ................................................................80
Access Control .................................................................81
Access Control Wizard ............................................81
Website Filters .................................................................84
Inbound Filters ................................................................85
Firewall Settings .............................................................86
SysLog ................................................................................98
Email Settings..................................................................99
System ............................................................................ 100
Firmware ........................................................................ 101
Language Pack Upgrade .......................................... 101
Dynamic DNS ............................................................... 102
System Check ............................................................... 104
Schedules ...................................................................... 105
Status ................................................................................... 106
Device Info .................................................................... 106
Logs..................................................................................107
Statistics ......................................................................... 108
Internet Sessions ......................................................... 109
Wireless...........................................................................110
Routing ........................................................................... 111
IPv6 .................................................................................. 112
IPV6 Routing ................................................................. 113
Routing ..............................................................................88
Advanced Wireless ........................................................89
Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) .....................................90
WPS Button ................................................................91
Advanced Network Settings ......................................92
Guest Zone .......................................................................93
IPv6 Firewall .....................................................................94
IPv6 Routing ....................................................................95
Tools ........................................................................................96
Admin.................................................................................96
Time ....................................................................................97
Support ............................................................................... 114
Connect a Wireless Client to your Router ....................115
WPS Button ................................................................................ 115
Windows® 8 ................................................................................116
Windows® 7 ................................................................................118
WPA/WPA2 .........................................................................118
WPS ....................................................................................... 121
Windows Vista® .........................................................................125
WPA/WPA2 .........................................................................126
WPS/WCN 2.0 .................................................................... 128
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Windows® XP .............................................................................129
WPA/WPA2 .........................................................................130
Troubleshooting ............................................................132
Reset Router/Forgot Password ........................................... 133
Wireless Basics ...............................................................136
What is Wireless? ...................................................................... 137
Tips ................................................................................................ 139
Wireless Modes .........................................................................140
Networking Basics .........................................................141
Check your IP address ............................................................ 141
Windows® 8 Users ............................................................ 141
Windows® 7/Vista® Users............................................... 141
Windows® XP Users ......................................................... 141
Statically Assign an IP Address ...........................................142
Windows® 8 Users ............................................................ 142
Windows® 7/ Vista® Users .............................................. 143
Windows® XP Users ......................................................... 144
Technical Specications ................................................145
Contacting Technical Support ......................................151
GPL Code Statement......................................................152
Warranty ......................................................................... 164
Registration ...................................................................171
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Section 1 - Product Overview
DIR-850L Wireless AC1200 Dual Band Cloud Router
Ethernet Cable
Power Adapter
Product Overview
Package Contents
Wi-Fi Conguration Card
Quick Install Guide
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-850L will cause damage and void the warranty
for this product.
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Network Requirements • An Ethernet-based broadband modem
Web-based Conguration
Utility Requirements
System Requirements
Computer with the following:
• Windows®, Macintosh, or Linux-based operating system
• An installed Ethernet adapter or wireless adapter
Supported Browsers:
• Internet Explorer 7 or higher
• Firefox
• Safari 4 or higher
• Chrome
Windows® Users: 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 3.0 or higher)
• Android device (1.6 or higher)
• Computer with the following browser requirements:
• Internet Explorer 7 or higher
• Firefox
• Safari 5 or higher
• Chrome
iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch are registered trademarks of Apple Inc. Android is a trademark of Google, Inc.
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Introduction
The D-Link® DIR-850L Wireless AC1200 Dual Band Cloud Router provides revolutionary Gigabit 802.11ac wireless speed - up
to 1200Mbps – for awless HD video streaming to multiple devices.
With ground-breaking mydlink Cloud Services, you can monitor your home network from anywhere on your iPhone, iPad,
and Android device. See websites that are being visited, block unwanted devices and receive automatic email alerts when
unauthorized connections are attempted.
With SharePort Mobile, wirelessly access your media on your iPhone, iPad or Android device from any connected USB drive.
Best of all, the apps for network management and le access are free.
* Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11ac (draft), 802.11a, 802.11g, and 802.11n 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
5
6
1 USB Port Connect a USB ash drive to share content throughout your network.
2 WPS Button Press to start the WPS process. The Power LED will blink during this process.
3 LAN Ports (1-4) Connect 10/100/1000 Ethernet devices such as computers, switches, storage (NAS) devices, and game consoles.
4 Internet Port Using an Ethernet cable, connect your broadband modem to this port.
5 Power Button Press the power button to power on and o.
6 Power Receptor Receptor for the supplied power adapter.
7 Reset Button Press and hold until the Power LED turns orange to reset the device back to the default factory settings.
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LEDs
1
2
1 Power LED
2 Internet LED
A solid green light indicates a proper connection to the 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
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.
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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.
• 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.
• 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-850L router can work properly. Please contact your ISP or refer to the user manual for your modem/router
device.
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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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Connect to your Network
1. Turn o and unplug your DSL or Cable modem. This is required.
Modem
2. Connect an Ethernet cable from the Internet port of the router to the Ethernet port on your DSL or Cable modem.
Ethernet Port
Modem
Ethernet Cable
DIR-850L
USB
WPS
1
2
LAN
3
4
INTERNET
POWER
2A
12V
Internet Port (yellow)
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12V
2A
USB
WPS
1
2
3
LAN
4
INTERNET
POWER
3. Connect another Ethernet cable from the Ethernet port on your computer to one of the LAN ports on the router.
Ethernet Cable
Computer
DIR-850L
4. Plug the power back into your DSL or Cable modem. Please wait about one minute before continuing.
Computer
Modem
USB
WPS
1
2
LAN
3
4
INTERNET
POWER
2A
12V
DIR-850L
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5. Plug the power adapter into your router and connect to an available power outlet or surge protector. If the
Power LED does not light up, press the Power button on the back of the router.
USB
WPS
1
2
LAN
3
4
INTERNET
POWER
2A
12V
Power Button
Computer
Modem
DIR-850L
6. After the router has powered up, verify that the power (green) and Internet (orange or green) LEDs are both lit.
Please skip to page 13 to congure your router and use the manual setup procedure to congure your network
and wireless settings. If you did not connect to the Internet, use the D-Link Setup Wizard (refer to page 14).
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Connect to an Existing Router
Note: It is strongly recommended to replace your existing router with the DIR-850L instead of using both. If your modem is a combo
router, you may want to contact your ISP or manufacturer’s user guide to put the router into Bridge mode, which will ‘turn o’ the
router (NAT) functions.
If you are connecting the DIR-850L router to an existing router to use as a wireless access point and/or switch, you will have
to do the following to the DIR-850L before connecting it to your network:
• Disable UPnP
• Disable DHCP
• Change the LAN IP address to an available address on your network. The LAN ports on the router cannot accept
a DHCP address from your other router.
To connect to another router, please follow the steps below:
1. Plug the power into the router. Connect one of your computers to the router (LAN port) using an Ethernet cable. Make sure
your IP address on the computer is 192.168.0.xxx (where xxx is between 2 and 254). Please see the Networking Basics
section for more information. If you need to change the settings, write down your existing settings before making any
changes. In most cases, your computer should be set to receive an IP address automatically in which case you will not have
to do anything to your computer.
2. Open a web browser, enter http://192.168.0.1 (or http://dlinkrouter.local./) and press Enter. When the login window
appears, set the user name to Admin and leave the password box empty. Click Log In to continue.
3. Click on Advanced and then click Advanced Network. Uncheck the Enable UPnP checkbox. Click Save Settings to continue.
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4. Click Setup and then click Network Settings. Uncheck the Enable DHCP Server checkbox. Click Save Settings to continue.
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5. Under Router Settings, enter an available IP address and the subnet mask of your network. Click Save Settings to save your
settings. Use this new IP address to access the conguration utility of the router in the future. Close the browser and change
your computer’s IP settings back to the original values as in Step 1.
6. Disconnect the Ethernet cable from the router and reconnect your computer to your network.
7. Connect an Ethernet cable in one of the LAN ports of the router and connect it to your other router. Do not plug anything
into the Internet (WAN) port of the D-Link router.
8. You may now use the other 3 LAN ports to connect other Ethernet devices and computers. To congure your wireless network,
open a web browser and enter the IP address you assigned to the router. Refer to the Conguration and Wireless Security
sections for more information on setting up your wireless network.
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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:
• QRS Mobile App - Use your iPhone, iPad, or Android device to congure your router. Refer to page 21
• D-Link Setup Wizard - This wizard will launch when you log into the router for the rst time. Refer to page 14.
• Manual Setup - Log into the router and manually congure your router (advanced users only). Refer to page 27.
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Quick Setup Wizard
If this is your rst time installing the router, launch your web
browser (e.g., Internet Explorer), and you will automatically be
directed to the Wizard Setup Screen.
If you have already congured your settings and you would like
to access the conguration utility, please refer to page 26.
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 (PPPoE).
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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 Next.
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. You can select DHCP Connection
(Dynamic IP Address) if your Internet connection automatically
provides you with an IP Address. This option is commonly used for cable
modem services. 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 wireless network
name (SSID) using up to 32 characters.
Create a wireless security passphrase or key (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 Conrm Wi-Fi Settings window will display your wireless settings.
Click Save 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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To use the mydlink service (mydlink.com or the mydlink Lite app), you
must have an account. Select if you do have a mydlink account or if you
need to create one. Click Next to continue.
If you do not want to register at this time, click Cancel.
If you clicked Yes, I have a mydlink account enter your mydlink account
name (E-mail address) and password. Click Login to register your router.
If you clicked No, I want to register and login with a new mydlink
account ll out the requested information and click Next to create your
mydlink account. This is a free service. Refer to www.mydlink.com for
more information.
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The mydlink App will allow you to receive notices, browse network
users, and congure your router from an iPhone/iPad/iPod Touch
(iOS 3.0 or higher), or Android device (1.6 or higher).
To download the "mydlink lite" app, visit the Apple Store, Google
Play or http://mydlink.com/Lite.
PC and Mac users can use the mydlink portal at http://mydlink.com.
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QRS Mobile App
D-Link oers an app for your iPad, iPhone (iOS 4.3 or higher) or Android device to install and congure your router.
Step 1
From your iOS device, go to App Store, or from your Android
device, go to Google Play and search for ‘D-Link’. Select QRS
Mobile and then download it.
You may also scan this code to download.
iOS Android
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 wireless network name (SSID) as
listed on the supplied info card. Select and then enter your
security password (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.
Wi-Fi Name(SSID) 2.4Ghz:
dlink-2c19
Wi-Fi Name(SSID) 5GHz:
dlink-2C1B-media
Password:gccnu80856
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SharePort Mobile App
The SharePort Mobile app will allow you to access les from a USB thumb drive that is plugged into your router. You must enable le sharing from
the Setup > Storage page (refer to page 51) for this app to work properly.
1. Insert your USB ash drive into DIR-850L.
2. Scan the bar code to download the SharePort Mobile app from the app
store to your iPhone, iPad, or Android device.
3. From your iOS mobile device, click Settings.
iOS
Android
Settings
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4. Click Wi-Fi, select the wireless network (SSID) that you created in the
setup and then enter your Wi-Fi password.
5. Once connected, click on the SharePort Mobile icon.
6. The following screen will appear.
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7. Click on Settings icon located on the right top corner of the screen. Click
Edit to enter your User Name and Password. Once you nish, click Done
to continue.
8. For the Movie section, click the movie icon to play your movie from your
USB ash drive.
9. For the Music section, click the music icon to play your music from your
USB ash drive.
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10. For the Photo section, click the photo icon to view your photos from
your USB ash drive.
11. For the Files section, click on the les icon to view your les from your
USB ash drive.
12. For the Folder section, click the folder icon to view your folders
from your USB ash drive.
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