Version 1.00 | 05/16/2016
User Manual
Wireless AC1200 Dual-Band Gigabit ADSL2+/VDSL2
Modem Router
DSL-2885A
Preface
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1.00 May 16, 2016 Initial release
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ErP Power Usage
This device is an Energy Related Product (ErP) with High Network Availability (HiNA), and automatically switches to a power-saving Network
Standby mode within 1 minute of no packets being transmitted. It can also be turned o through a power switch to save energy when it is not
needed.
Network Standby: 5.5019 watts
Switched O: 0.0630 watts
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Preface ................................................................................. i
Product Overview ..............................................................1
Package Contents .........................................................................1
System Requirements ................................................................. 2
Introduction ................................................................................... 3
Features ............................................................................................4
Hardware Overview .....................................................................5
Back Panel ...............................................................................5
Side Panel ................................................................................ 6
LEDs ........................................................................................... 7
Installation ......................................................................... 8
Before you Begin ...........................................................................8
Wireless Installation Considerations ......................................9
Manual Setup ...............................................................................10
Getting Started ................................................................ 13
Setup Wizard ................................................................................14
Internet ...................................................................................27
ADSL ...................................................................................28
VDSL ...................................................................................30
Ethernet .............................................................................31
USB ......................................................................................32
IPv4 Settings ....................................................................33
Dynamic IP (DHCP) ..................................................33
Static IP ........................................................................34
PPPoE............................................................................35
PPPoA ...........................................................................36
Bridged ........................................................................37
IPv6 Settings ....................................................................38
Auto Detection .........................................................38
Static IPv6 ...................................................................39
Auto Conguration (SLAAC/DHCPv6) ..............40
PPPoE............................................................................41
PPPoE (continued) ...................................................42
6rd .................................................................................43
Conguration ................................................................... 19
Home ..............................................................................................19
Internet ...................................................................................20
DSL-2885A .............................................................................24
Connected Clients ..............................................................25
USB Device ............................................................................26
Settings ..........................................................................................27
Wizard .....................................................................................27
Local Connectivity Only .........................................44
Prole .................................................................................45
Priority ...............................................................................46
Wireless ..................................................................................47
Multiple SSID ...................................................................50
Network ..................................................................................51
SharePort ...............................................................................54
Create User .......................................................................55
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Features ..........................................................................................56
Firewall ...................................................................................56
IPv4/IPv6 Rules ...............................................................58
Port Forwarding ..................................................................59
Virtual Server ................................................................... 60
Website Filter ........................................................................61
Static Routes .........................................................................62
IPv6 .....................................................................................63
Dynamic DNS .......................................................................64
IPv6 Host ...........................................................................65
Port Mapping .......................................................................66
WAN Availability .............................................................67
LAN Composition ...........................................................68
Example Conguration ................................................69
Management ................................................................................70
Time & Schedule .................................................................70
Time ....................................................................................70
Schedule ...........................................................................71
WPA/WPA2 ............................................................................81
Windows® 7 ...................................................................................83
WPA/WPA2 ............................................................................83
WPS ..........................................................................................85
Windows Vista® ............................................................................89
WPA/WPA2 ............................................................................90
Troubleshooting .............................................................. 92
Wireless Basics .................................................................96
What is Wireless? .........................................................................97
Tips ...................................................................................................99
Wireless Modes .........................................................................100
Networking Basics .........................................................101
Check your IP address ............................................................ 101
Statically Assign an IP address ............................................ 102
Wireless Security ......................................................... 103
What is WPA? ................................................................ 103
System Log ............................................................................72
Admin .....................................................................................74
System ...............................................................................75
Upgrade .................................................................................76
Statistics .................................................................................77
Connect a Wireless Client to your Router ......................78
WPS Button ...................................................................................78
Windows® 10 ................................................................................79
Windows® 8 ...................................................................................81
Technical Specications ................................................ 104
Regulatory Statements .................................................105
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Section 1 - Product Overview
Wireless AC1200 Dual-Band Gigabit ADSL2+/VDSL2 Modem Router(DSL-2885A)
Power Adapter
Ethernet Cable
Product Overview
Package Contents
DSL Microsplitter
Phone Cable
If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller.
Note: Using a power supply other than the one included with the DSL-2885A may cause damage and void the warranty for this product.
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Network Requirements
Web-based Conguration
Utility Requirements
System Requirements
• An active account with an Internet Service Provider using one of the
following connection types:
• A VDSL/ADSL connection to a telephone line using the DSL port
• A broadband device connected using the WAN port
• A mobile broadband 3G/4G/LTE connection using a compatible USB
modem. A list of compatible USB dongles is available at www.dlink.com.
• 802.11ac/n/g/b/a wireless or Ethernet port
Computer with the following:
• Windows®, Macintosh, or Linux-based operating system
• An installed Ethernet adapter
Browser Requirements:
• Internet Explorer 10 or higher
• EDGE Browser 20 or higher
• Firefox 11 or higher
• Safari 5 or higher
• Chrome 17 or higher
Windows® Users: Make sure you have the latest version of Java installed. Visit
www.java.com to download the latest version.
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Introduction
The D-Link DSL-2885A Wireless AC1200 Dual-Band Gigabit ADSL2+/VDSL2 Modem Router shares your DSL Internet connection
over blazing-fast Wireless AC, and uses advanced AC beamforming technology to maximize the speed and range of your
wireless signal to signicantly outperform 802.11n and other older, non-beamforming capable 802.11ac devices. It also comes
equipped with a Gigabit WAN port, two USB ports, and four Gigabit ports to provide speeds up to 10 times faster than standard
10/100 ports. Multiple WAN ports provide uninterrupted Internet service thanks to failover protection, allowing you to use
the DSL port to connect to your VDSL/ADSL service, the WAN port to connect to Ethernet based networks, or a supported
mobile broadband USB dongle to connect to the Internet using your mobile provider. With the addition of Advanced Quality
of Service (QoS), data streams are separated, which helps organize and prioritize your network trac so your video streaming,
gaming, and VoIP calls run smoother over both your wired and wireless network.
The DSL-2885A is equipped with D-Link AutoZoning, which increases the coverage of your home wireless network. D-Link
AutoZoning hand-o technology communicates with your router and other D-Link AutoZoning capable repeaters in your
home network to ensure your wireless devices have a seamless connection. As you move around your house D-Link's
AutoZoning technology automatically switches wireless devices to the access point, router, or repeater with the strongest
signal, so you'll always get the best possible Wi-Fi, no matter where you are in your home.
The DSL-2885A's SharePort technology lets you take advantage of le sharing. Simply plug in a USB storage drive into a USB
port on the back or side of your DSL-2885A and you can access les, stream videos, view photos, or listen to music on your
laptop or mobile devices.
The DSL-2885A Wireless AC1200 Dual-Band Gigabit ADSL2+/VDSL2 Modem Router provides incredible speeds, smart antenna
technology, fast ports, cloud features, and terric security features. It also features an innovative design and easy installation
options.
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• Faster Wireless Networking -The DSL-2885a is dual band capable and equipped with three antennas to
provide up to a full 1200 Mbps* for you wireless devices. It operates on both the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands to
allow separation of trac so users can participate in high-bandwidth activities, such as video streaming, online
gaming, and real-time audio, without aecting low-priority trac like email and web surng.
• Compatible with 802.11n/g/b/a Devices - The DSL-2885A is still fully compatible with the 802.11n, 802.11g,
and 802.11a standards, so it can connect with existing 802.11n, 802.11g, 802.11b, and 802.11a wireless devices.
• Advanced Firewall Features - The web-based user interface displays a number of advanced network
management features including:
• Content Filtering - Easily apply content ltering based on MAC address, URL, and/or domain name.
• Scheduling - The rewall, wireless, and port forwarding features can be scheduled to be active on a
schedule you dene.
• Secure Multiple/Concurrent Sessions - The DSL-2885A can pass through VPN sessions. It supports
multiple and concurrent IPSec and PPTP sessions, so users behind the DSL-2885A can securely
access corporate networks.
Features
• User-friendly Setup Wizard - Through its easy-to-use web-based user interface, the DSL-2885A 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, 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11n, and 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
Back Panel
1 3 4 5 62 7
1 DSL Port Connects to an DSL-enabled telephone line and with the supplied microsplitter.
2 Gigabit LAN Ports (1-4) Connects to Ethernet devices such as computers, switches, storage (NAS) devices and game consoles.
3 Gigabit WAN Port Connects to Ethernet WAN devices.
4 USB 2.0 Port Connects to USB ash drives to share content.
5 Reset Button
6 Power Connector Connector for the supplied power adapter.
7 Power Button Press the power button to power the DSL-2885A on and o.
To reset the device to its factory default settings, use a paper clip to press and hold the reset button for
3 seconds.
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Side Panel
1 2 3
1 USB 2.0 Port Connect a USB ash drive to share content on your network.
2 WPS Button Press to start the WPS process and automatically create a secure connection to a WPS client.
3 Wi-Fi Button Press and hold for 2 seconds to enable or disable Wi-Fi.
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Hardware Overview
LEDs
2 3 4
Solid Green A solid green light indicates the device is powered on and working properly.
Solid Red A solid red light indicates that the device is booting or an error has occurred.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Power
WAN
LAN Ports 1-4
Wireless 2.4/5G Solid Green A solid green light indicates that the 2.4/5 GHz wireless network is enabled.
WPS Blinking Green A blinking green light indicates the WPS process is active.
USB 1-2 Solid Green A solid green light indicates that a USB device is detected on a USB port.
DSL
Blinking Green A blinking green light indicates that backup mode is active.
Blinking Red
Solid Blue A solid blue light indicates an Ethernet WAN port connection.
Blinking Blue A blinking blue light indicates Ethernet WAN port activity.
Solid Blue A solid blue light indicates a device is connected to the respective LAN port.
Blinking Blue A blinking blue light indicates LAN port activity.
Solid Green A solid green light indicates a proper connection to a DSL enabled telephone line.
Blinking Green A blinking green light indicates the DSL port is negotiating a connection.
A blinking red light indicates that the device is resetting to the factory defaults or
that the rmware is being updated.
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6 7 81
8
Internet
Solid Green A solid green light indicates an Internet connection.
Solid Red A solid red light indicates no Internet connection is available.
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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, attic, or garage.
Note: This installation section is written for users who are setting up their home Internet service with the DSL-2885A Wireless
AC1200 Dual-Band Gigabit ADSL2+/VDSL2 Modem Router for the rst time. If you are replacing an existing DSL modem and/or
router, you may need to modify these steps.
Before you Begin
• Make sure to have your DSL service information provided by your Internet Service Provider handy. This
information is likely to include your DSL account's Username and Password. Your ISP may also supply you with
additional WAN conguration settings which are necessary to establish a connection. This information may
include the connection type (DHCP IP, Static IP, PPPoE, or PPPoA) and/or ATM PVC details.
• If you are connecting a considerable amount of networking equipment, it may be a good idea to take the time to
label each cable or take a picture of your existing setup before making any changes.
• We suggest setting up your DSL-2885A from a single device and verifying that it is connected to the Internet
before connecting additional devices.
• If you have DSL and are connecting via PPPoE, make sure you disable or uninstall any PPPoE connection software
such as WinPoET, BroadJump, or EnterNet 300 from your computer as the DSL-2885A will be providing this
functionality.
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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 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 (0.5 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 2.4 GHz 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 2.4
GHz phone base is as far away from your wireless devices as possible. The base transmits a signal even if the
phone is not in use.
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Connect the supplied microsplitter to the telephone outlet. If you are using a telephone handset on the same
1
outlet, connect it to the PHONE port on the microsplitter.
Manual Setup
Telephone Outlet
PHONE
Microsplitter
2
Connect the phone cable from the DSL port on the microsplitter to the DSL port of the DSL-2885A.
Caution: To reduce the risk of re, use only No. 26 AWG or larger telecommunication line cord.
DSL-2885A
Phone Cable
Microsplitter
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3
4
Plug the power adapter into your modem router and connect to an available power outlet or surge protector.
Caution: Use only the included power adapter with this product.
Power Adapter
DSL-2885A
Press the power button and verify that the power LED is lit. Allow one minute for the DSL-2885A to boot
up. After it has powered up, verify that the Power and DSL LEDs are both lit.
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If you wish to use a wired connection, connect the Ethernet cable from a LAN port of the DSL-2885A to the
5
6
Ethernet port on your computer.
If you wish to use a wireless connection, the default Wi-Fi Networks are dlink-2885A-z and dlink-2885A5G-z.
Select either one from your computer’s wireless utility and connect. Enter the default Wi-Fi password printed
on the product label on the bottom of the DSL-2885A.
Ethernet Cable
Computer
Computer
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Getting Started
There are two 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 Setup Wizard on
page 14.
• Manual Setup - Log into the router and manually congure your router. Refer to Conguration on page 19.
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Setup Wizard
If this is your rst time installing the router, open your web browser and enter
http://dlinkrouter.local./ in the address bar. Alternatively, enter the IP address
of the router (default: http://192.168.1.1).
The 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.
Ensure that your DSL phone cable is connected to both the router and the wall
jack. If you are using an Ethernet WAN connection, connect it now.
Click Next to continue.
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Setup Wizard (continued)
If the router does not detect a valid Internet connection, a list of connection
types to choose from will be displayed.
Select your Internet connection type (this information can be obtained from
your Internet Service Provider) and click Next to continue.
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.
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Setup Wizard (continued)
If the router detected or you selected Static IP, enter the static IP and DNS
settings supplied by your ISP. Click Next to continue.
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.
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Setup Wizard (continued)
In order to secure the router, please enter a new password. You will be prompted
for this password every time you want to use the router’s web conguration
utility. Click Next to continue.
The Summary window will display your settings. Click Next if you are satised,
or click Back to make changes to them.
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Setup Wizard (continued)
At the end of the wizard, you will be presented with a nal summary of your
settings. Click Finish to close the wizard.
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Conguration
To access the conguration utility, open a web-browser such as Internet
Explorer and enter http://dlinkrouter.local./
Windows and Mac users may also connect by typing the IP address of the
router (by default this is http://192.168.1.1) in the address bar.
Enter your password. If you previously followed the Setup Wizard (see page
14), please use the admin password you entered during the wizard.
Otherwise, leave the password blank. Click Log In to proceed.
Note: If you cannot remember your password and cannot log in, press the reset
button (see page 5) to restore the router to its default settings.
Home
The Home page displays the current status of the router in the form of an
interactive diagram. There are four main sections: Internet, DSL-2885A,
Connected Clients, and USB Device. You can click each icon to display
information about each section at the bottom of the screen. The menu bar
at the top of the page will allow you to quickly navigate to the Settings and
Management functions. You may quickly jump back Home at any time.
Note: The system will automatically log out after a period of inactivity.
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Internet
To bring up more details about your Internet connection, click on the Internet
icon. You may cycle through the WAN interfaces at the bottom of the page by
clicking on the arrows on the left and right sides of the screen. The Internet
Connection status at the top of the diagram will reect the status of the
currently selected WAN interface.
If your Internet is disconnected, you can click Click to repair to bring up the
Setup Wizard.
Note: The Wizard will only congure the VDSL/ADSL and Ethernet WAN
connections. Refer to page 14 for more information.
For each of the WAN interfaces, you can see the connection status, IPv4, and
IPv6 information. Clicking the DSL button will display DSL port information.
Internet
WAN Interface: Displays the currently selected interface: Ethernet, DSL, or USB.
Cable Status: Displays the current cable connection status.
Connection Type: Displays the network protocol used to obtain an IP address.
Network Status: Displays the current network connection status.
Connection
Uptime:
Displays the amount of time the connection has been connected.
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Internet (continued)
You can manually Release IP Address and Renew the network addresses
associated with each interface by pressing the respective button.
If you have attached a USB mobile broadband adapter or congured your
ADSL/VDSL connection to use PPPoE with On-Demand or Manual settings,
you can connect to or disconnect from the Internet by pressing the Connect
or Disconnect buttons.
Click the IPv4 button to see the IPv4 information for the selected interface.
IPv4
MAC Address: Displays the MAC address of this interface.
IP Address: Displays the current WAN IPv4 address.
Subnet Mask: Displays the current subnet mask.
Default Gateway: Displays the current IPv4 default gateway.
Primary DNS
Server:
Secondary DNS
Server:
Displays the current primary DNS server.
Displays the current secondary DNS server.
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Internet (continued)
Click the IPv6 button to see the IPv6 information for the selected interface.
IPv6
WAN IPv6
Address:
Default Gateway: Displays the current IPv6 default gateway.
Primary DNS
Server:
Secondary DNS
Server:
Displays the current WAN IPv6 address.
Displays the current primary DNS server.
Displays the current secondary DNS server.
Click the DSL button to see the DSL port connection information.
DSL
DSL Phy Version: Displays the DSL Phy version.
Cable Status: Displays the current cable status.
DSL Status: Displays the current negotiation state of the DSL port.
Mode: Displays the current DSL mode.
Link Power State: Displays the current link power state.
SNR Margin (0.1
db):
Displays the current signal to noise ratio.
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Internet (continued)
Attenuation (0.1
db):
Output Power (0.1
dBm):
Attainable Rate
(Kbps):
Displays the current signal attenuation.
Displays the current output power level.
Displays the highest attainable signal rate.
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DSL-2885A
Click on the DSL-2885A icon to view details about the router and its wireless
settings.
Here you can see the router’s current wireless networks and passwords, as well
as the local area network MAC, IPv4, and IPv6 addresses.
To recongure the network settings, click the Go to settings link, from the
Settings menu at the top of the page, select Network. Refer to page 51 for
more information.
To recongure the wireless settings, click the Go to settings link, from the
Settings menu at the top of the page, select Wireless. Refer to page 47 for
more information.
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Connected Clients
Click on the Connected Clients icon to view details about the router and its
wireless settings.
On this page you can see all the clients currently connected to the router, and
their IP addresses.
To edit each client’s settings, click the pencil icon on the client you want to
edit.
Edit Rule
Name: Enter a custom name for this client.
Vendor: Displays the vendor of the device.
MAC Address: Displays the MAC address of the device.
IP Address: Enter a specic IP address for this client if Reserve IP is enabled.
Reserve IP: Enable to reserve this IP address for this client.
Parental Control: Allow or Block access to the router.
Click Save when you are done.
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USB Device
Click on the USB Device icon to view details about the currently connected
USB device, SharePort, and Windows File Sharing.
If you have a USB device connected, you can see its name and how much free
space it has.
To congure your SharePort settings, click Go to settings and refer to page
54 for more information.
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Settings
Wizard
In the Settings menu on the bar on the top of the page, click Wizard to open the setup wizard. This is the same wizard that
appears when you start the router for the rst time. Refer to Setup Wizard on page 14 for more information.
Internet
The following pages will describe how to manually congure how your
DSL-2885A connects to the Internet. The DSL-2885A supports multiple WAN
connection types and WAN failover. We recommend setting up Internet
WAN connections one at a time, Save the conguration, and conrm the
connection works before returning to this section to add additional WAN
connections.
The following conguration pages are divided by WAN Access Type.
WAN Access Type: Select WAN interface to congure. The options are ADSL, VDSL,
Ethernet, or USB.
Select a WAN interface and refer to its conguration page for setup
information.
For ADSL, refer to ADSL on page 28.
For VDSL, refer to VDSL on page 30.
For Ethernet, refer to Ethernet on page 31.
For USB, refer to USB on page 32.
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ADSL
ADSL is one of the rst home broadband technologies introduced. ADSL
uses the DSL port on your DSL-2885A to connect to the Internet. In order for
your DSL-2885A to use ADSL, you must congure the ADSL Settings, your ISP
Settings, and your IPv4/IPv6 Settings.
WAN Access Type: Select ADSL to congure ADSL connection settings.
Interface: Select the interface from the drop-down menu. ATM0-ATM7 are
available. The default is ATM0. You may enable multiple WAN
interfaces to connect to dierent ADSL WAN networks simultaneously.
Enable Interface: Select whether to enable or disable this interface. Multiple Interfaces
may be enabled.
ISP Settings
Country: Select your country.
ISP: Once your country is selected, choose your ISP. A number of ISP
conguration settings are pre-programmed into the DSL-2885A for
convenience. If your ISP is not listed, or you wish to enter dierent
VPI and VCI values, select Not Listed.
If you selected Not Listed, the following options are available:
VPI: Enter the Virtual Path Indicator (0 - 255).
VCI: Enter the Virtual Channel Indicator (32 - 65535).
Advanced Settings
Latency: Select the latency from the drop-down menu.
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ADSL (continued)
Encapsulation: Select the method of encapsulation provided by your ISP. You can
select LLC or VCMUX.
ATM QoS: Select the Quality of Service type from the drop-down menu.
Proceed to IPv4 Settings on page 33 or IPv6 Settings on page 38.
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VDSL
VDSL is one of the latest and fastest home broadband technologies. VDSL
uses the DSL port on your DSL-2885A to connect to the Internet. In order for
your DSL-2885A to use VDSL, you must congure the VDSL Settings, your ISP
Settings, and your IPv4/IPv6 Settings.
WAN Access Type: Select VDSL to congure ADSL connection settings.
Interface: Select the interface from the drop-down menu. PTM0-PTM7 are
available. The default is PTM0. You may enable multiple WAN
interfaces to connect to dierent VDSL WAN networks simultaneously.
Enable Interface: Select whether to enable or disable this interface. Multiple Interfaces
may be enabled.
ISP Settings
Country: Select your country.
ISP: Once your country is selected, choose your ISP. A number of ISP
conguration settings are pre-programmed into the DSL-2885A for
convenience. If your ISP is not listed, or you wish to enter dierent
VLAN values, select Not Listed.
If you selected Not Listed, the following options are available:
VLAN: Enter the VLAN ID. The value should be 0, or 10-4096.
Proceed to IPv4 Settings on page 33 or IPv6 Settings on page 38.
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Ethernet
Your DSL-2885A is equipped with a Gigabit Ethernet WAN port to connect
to the Internet. This port may be used to connect to other Ethernet based
networks. In order for your DSL-2885A to use Ethernet you must congure the
Ethernet Settings, VLAN Settings, and your IPv4/IPv6 Settings.
WAN Access Type: Select Residential Gateway to congure ADSL connection settings.
Interface: Select the interface from the drop-down menu. ETH0-ETH5 are
available. The default is ETH0. You may enable multiple WAN interfaces
to connect to dierent Ethernet WAN networks simultaneously.
Enable Interface: Select whether to enable or disable this interface.
VLAN Settings
VLAN Tagged: Enable or disable VLAN tagging.
If you enabled VLAN Tagged, the following options are available:
VLAN ID: Enter the VLAN ID. The value should be 0, or 10-4096.
VLAN Priority: Enter the VLAN Priority from the default 0 (lowest) to 7 (highest).
Proceed to IPv4 Settings on page 33 or IPv6 Settings on page 38.
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USB
The DSL-2885A supports USB mobile broadband adapters. You can connect a
mobile broadband adapter and share your cellular network connection with
your home network. For a list of supported adapters, visit www.dlink.com.
This page provides conguration settings for your USB mobile broadband
connection. Refer to your mobile broadband adapter's documentation for
setup instructions and ISP for conguration information. In most cases, the
process is plug and play and requires no further conguration.
WAN Access Type: Select USB to congure USB connection settings.
Interface: Select the interface from the drop-down menu.
Enable Interface: Select whether to enable or disable this interface.
ISP Settings
Country: Select your country.
ISP: Select your ISP. A number of ISP conguration settings are pre-
programmed into the DSL-2885A for convenience. If you don't see
your ISP or wish to use manual settings, choose Not Listed.
PIN Code: Enter your PIN code.
Dial Number: Enter the Dial Number.
APN: Enter the APN.
Username: Enter your username.
Password: Enter your password.
There is no further conguration. Click Save when you are done.
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IPv4 Settings
Dynamic IP (DHCP)
Select Dynamic IP (DHCP) to obtain an IP address automatically from your ISP.
Select this option if your ISP does not provide you with a specic IP address.
IPv4 Settings:
My Internet
Connection is:
Advanced Settings
Host Name: The host name is optional but may be required by some ISPs. Leave
Primary DNS
Server:
Secondary DNS
Server:
MTU: Maximum Transmission Unit - you may need to change the MTU for
MAC Address
Clone:
Select Dynamic IP (DHCP).
it blank if you are not sure.
Enter the primary DNS server IP address assigned by your ISP. This
address is usually obtained automatically from your ISP.
Enter the secondary DNS server IP address assigned by your ISP. This
address is usually obtained automatically from your ISP.
optimal performance with your ISP.
The default MAC address is set to the Internet port’s physical interface
MAC address on the router. You can use the drop-down menu to
replace the Internet port’s MAC address with the MAC address of a
connected client.
Enable NAT: Enable or disable Network Address Translation.
Proceed to IPv6 Settings on page 38 or click Save when you are done.
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Static IP
Select Static IP if your ISP provides you with a specic IP address.
IPv4 Settings:
My Internet
Connection is:
IP Address: Enter the IP address provided by your ISP.
Subnet Mask: Enter the subnet mask provided by your ISP.
Default Gateway: Enter the default gateway address provided by your ISP.
Primary DNS
Server:
Select Static IP.
Enter the primary DNS server IP address assigned by your ISP. This
address is usually obtained automatically from your ISP.
Advanced Settings
Secondary DNS
Server:
MTU: Maximum Transmission Unit - you may need to change the MTU for
MAC Address
Clone:
Enter the secondary DNS server IP address assigned by your ISP. This
address is usually obtained automatically from your ISP.
optimal performance with your ISP.
The default MAC address is set to the Internet port’s physical interface
MAC address on the router. You can use the drop-down menu to
replace the Internet port’s MAC address with the MAC address of a
connected client.
Enable NAT: Enable or disable Network Address Translation.
Proceed to IPv6 Settings on page 38 or click Save when you are done.
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PPPoE
Select PPPoE if your ISP provides and requires you to enter a PPPoE username
and password in order to connect to the Internet.
IPv4 Settings:
My Internet
Connection is:
Username: Enter the username provided by your ISP.
Password: Enter the password provided by your ISP.
Reconnect Mode: Select either Always-on, On-Demand, or Manual.
Select PPPoE.
Advanced Settings
Address Mode: Select Static IP if your ISP assigned you an IP address, subnet mask,
gateway, and DNS server addresses. In most cases, select Dynamic IP.
IP Address: Enter the IP address provided by your ISP. Static IP only.
Service Name: Enter the ISP service name (optional).
Primary DNS
Server:
Secondary DNS
Server:
Enter the primary DNS server IP address assigned by your ISP. This
address is usually obtained automatically from your ISP.
Enter the secondary DNS server IP address assigned by your ISP. This
address is usually obtained automatically from your ISP.
MTU: Maximum Transmission Unit - you may need to change the MTU for
optimal performance with your ISP.
Enable NAT: Enable or disable Network Address Translation.
Proceed to IPv6 Settings on page 38 or click Save when you are done.
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PPPoA
Select PPPoA if your ISP requires you to enter a PPPoA username and
password. PPPoA is not available for VDSL or Residential Gateway WAN types.
IPv4 Settings:
My Internet
Connection is:
Username: Enter the username provided by your ISP.
Password: Enter the password provided by your ISP.
Reconnect Mode: Select either Always-on, On-Demand, or Manual.
Select PPPoA.
Advanced Settings
Primary DNS
Server:
Secondary DNS
Server:
Enable NAT: Enable or disable Network Address Translation.
Enter the primary DNS server IP address assigned by your ISP. This
address is usually obtained automatically from your ISP.
Enter the secondary DNS server IP address assigned by your ISP. This
address is usually obtained automatically from your ISP.
IPv6 Settings
My Internet
Connection is:
PPPoA is displayed here. If PPPoA is selected as the IPv4 Connection
type, the IPv4 PPPoA session will be shared in order to provide IPv6
connectivity.
DNS Type: Select either Obtain DNS server address automatically or Use
the following DNS address.
Click Save when you are done.
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Select Bridge to congure the device as a network bridge.
IPv4 Settings:
Bridged
My Internet
Connection is:
LAN Interface: Choose the interface to bridge.
Select Bridged.
Advanced Settings
MTU Maximum Transmission Unit - you may need to change the MTU for
optimal performance with your ISP. Select either Auto or Manual.
Secondary DNS
Server:
Enable NAT: Enable or disable Network Address Translation.
Enter the secondary DNS server IP address assigned by your ISP. This
address is usually obtained automatically from your ISP.
Bridged Mode does not support IPv6 conguration. Click Save when you are
done.
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IPv6 Settings
Auto Detection
Select Auto Detection to automatically detect the IPv6 connection method
used by your Internet Service Provider (ISP). If Auto Detection fails, you may
manually select another IPv6 connection type.
IPv6 Settings:
My Internet
Connection is:
DNS Type: Select either Obtain DNS server address automatically or Use
If you selected Use the following DNS address, the following options are available:
Primary DNS
Server:
Secondary DNS
Server:
Select Auto Detection.
the following DNS address.
Enter the primary DNS server address.
Enter the secondary DNS server address.
Click Save when you are done.
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Static IPv6
Select Static IP if your IPv6 information is provided by your Internet Service
Provider (ISP).
IPv6 Settings:
My Internet
Connection is:
If you enable Use Link-Local Address, the following options are available:
Default Gateway: Enter the default gateway for your IPv6 connection.
Primary DNS
Server:
Secondary DNS
Server:
If you disable Use Link-Local Address, the following options are available:
IPv6 Address: Enter the address supplied by your ISP.
Subnet Prex
Length:
Default Gateway: Enter the default gateway for your IPv6 connection.
Select Static IP.
Enter the primary DNS server address.
Enter the secondary DNS server address.
Enter the subnet prex length supplied by your ISP.
Primary DNS
Server:
Secondary DNS
Server:
Enter the primary DNS server address.
Enter the secondary DNS server address.
Click Save when you are done.
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Auto Conguration (SLAAC/DHCPv6)
Select Auto Conguration if your ISP assigns your IPv6 address when your
router requests one from the ISP’s server. Some ISPs require you to adjust
settings on your side before your router can connect to the IPv6 Internet.
IPv6 Settings:
My Internet
Connection is:
DNS Type: Select either Obtain DNS server address automatically or Use
If you selected Use the following DNS address, the following options are available:
Primary DNS
Server:
Secondary DNS
Server:
Select Auto Conguration.
the following DNS address.
Enter the primary DNS server address.
Enter the secondary DNS server address.
Click Save when you are done.
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PPPoE
Select PPPoE if your ISP provides and requires you to enter a PPPoE username
and password in order to connect to the Internet.
IPv6 Settings:
My Internet
Connection is:
DNS Type: Select either Obtain DNS server address automatically or Use
If you selected Use the following DNS address, the following options are available:
Primary DNS
Server:
Secondary DNS
Server:
PPPoE Session: Choose Share with IPv4 to re-use your IPv4 PPPoE username and
If you selected Create a new session, the following options are available:
Username: Enter the username provided by your ISP.
Select PPPoE.
the following DNS address.
Enter the primary DNS server address.
Enter the secondary DNS server address.
password, or Create a new session.
Password: Enter the password provided by your ISP.
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PPPoE (continued)
Address Mode: Select Static IP if your ISP assigned you an IP address. In most cases,
select Dynamic IP.
If you selected Static IP, the following options are available:
IP Address: Enter the IP address provided by your ISP. (Static IP only)
Service Name: Enter the ISP service name (optional).
Reconnect Mode: Select either Always-on or Manual.
MTU: Maximum Transmission Unit - you may need to change the MTU for
optimal performance with your ISP.
If you selected Dynamic IP, the following options are available:
Service Name: Enter the ISP service name (optional).
Reconnect Mode: Select either Always-on or Manual.
MTU: Maximum Transmission Unit - you may need to change the MTU for
optimal performance with your ISP.
Click Save when you are done.
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6rd
Select 6rd if your ISP uses 6rd to connect devices to the Internet.
IPv6 Settings:
My Internet
Connection is:
Assign IPv6 Prex: Enter the IPv6 prex if available.
Primary DNS
Server:
Secondary DNS
Server:
Enable Hub and
Spoke Mode:
6rd Conguration: Choose the 6rd DHCPv4 Option to automatically populate the data
If you selected Manual Conguration, the following options are available:
6rd IPv6 Prex: Enter the 6rd IPv6 prex and mask length supplied by your ISP.
6rd IPv6 Prex: Enter the 6rd border relay IPv4 address settings supplied by your ISP .
Select 6rd.
Enter the primary DNS server address.
Enter the secondary DNS server address.
Enable if you want to minimize the number of routes to the destination
by using a hub and spoke method of networking.
values, or Manual Conguration to enter the settings yourself.
WLAN IPv4
Address:
6rd Border Relay
IPv4 Address:
The WAN IPv4 address is displayed here.
Enter the 6rd Border Relay IPv4 Address.
Click Save when you are done.
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Local Connectivity Only
Select Local Connectivity Only if you do not need IPv6 to access the Internet.
IPv6 Settings:
My Internet
Connection is:
Select Local Connectivity Only. No further conguration is available.
Click Save when you are done.
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Prole
On this page you can congure your DSL settings. If you are unsure, you can
obtain these settings from your ISP.
DSL Modulation
DSL Modulation
Options:
If you enabled VDSL Modulation, choose the VDSL Prole Options:
Select whether to enable or disable each DSL modulation
option. Usually it is best to leave these at their defaults,
unless otherwise instructed by your ISP.
VDSL Prole
VDSL Prole
Options:
Select the VDSL Proles to enable. It is best to leave these at their
defaults, unless otherwise instructed by your ISP.
Advanced Settings
Bitswap: Select whether to enable Bitswap.
SRA: Select whether to enable SRA.
AnnexL Upstream
PSD:
Select M1 and M2, Only M1, or Only M2. The default is M1 and M2.
Click Save when you are done.
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Priority
From this page you may congure your Internet failover priority. In the
event that your primary Internet connection method fails, this device can
automatically fall back to using a secondary or tertiary connection in order to
maintain Internet connectivity.
Internet Fail Over
First Priority: Select the primary Internet connection to use. The options are ATM0,
which is the DSL connection; Eth0 and Eth1-Eth5 if enabled, which
are the Ethernet WAN interfaces provided by Residential Gateway
mode; and USB0, which is a USB connected modem.
Second Priority: Select the secondary back up, Internet connection to use in the event
the primary Internet connection fails.
Third Priority: Select the third back up, Internet connection to use in the event the
primary and secondary Internet connection fails.
Click Save when you are done.
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Wireless
From this page you can congure your wireless network settings.
2.4 GHz
Status: Enable or disable the 2.4 GHz wireless network.
Wi-Fi Name (SSID): Create a name for your wireless network using up to 32 characters.
Password: Create a password to use for wireless security.
Advanced Settings
Security Mode: Choose None, WEP, or WPA/WPA2-(Personal) (recommended).
802.11 Mode : Select the desired wireless networking standards to use. The available
options are Mixed 802.11b/g/n, Mixed 802.11g/n, 802.11n only.
Wi-Fi Channel: Select the desired channel for your wireless network to use. The
default and recommended setting is Auto.
Transmission
Power:
Channel Width: Select Auto 20/40 if you are using both 802.11n and non-802.11n
Coexistence: Click the button to enable or disable HT20/40 coexistence.
Visibility Status: The default setting is Visible. Select Invisible if you do not want to
Select the desired wireless transmission power. The available options
are High, Medium, and Low. The default is High.
devices, or select 20 MHz if you want to disable 40 MHz bandwidth
communication. The recommended setting is Auto 20/40.
broadcast the SSID of your wireless network.
Note: Making a network Invisible is not a form of security alone.
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Wireless (continued)
Schedule: Use the drop-down menu to select the time schedule that the rule
will be enabled on. The schedule may be set to Always Enable, or
you can create your own schedules in the Schedules section. Refer
to page 71 for more information.
5 GHz
Status: Enable or disable the 5 GHz wireless network.
Wi-Fi Name (SSID): Create a name for your wireless network using up to 32 characters.
Password: Create a password to use for wireless security.
Advanced Settings
Security Mode: Choose None, WEP, or WPA/WPA2-(Personal) (recommended).
802.11 Mode: Select the desired wireless networking standards to use.
The available options for the 5 GHz GHz wireless network are Mixed
802.11a/n/ac, Mixed 802.11n/ac, 802.11ac only, Mixed 802.11a/n,
Mixed 802.11n only, or 802.11a only.
Wi-Fi Channel: Select the desired channel for your wireless network to use. The
default and recommended setting is Auto.
Transmission
Power:
Channel Width
(5 GHz):
Select the desired wireless transmission power. The available options
are High, Medium, and Low. The default is High.
Select Auto 20/40/80 MHz if you are using 802.11ac, 802.11n , and
802.11a devices, or select Auto 20/40 MHz if you want to disable 80
MHz bandwidth communication. The recommended setting is Auto
20/40/80 MHz.
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Wireless (continued)
Visibility Status: The default setting is Visible. Select Invisible if you do not want to
broadcast the SSID of your wireless network.
Note: Making a network Invisible is not a form of security alone.
Schedule: Use the drop-down menu to select the time schedule that the rule
will be enabled on. The schedule may be set to Always Enable, or
you can create your own schedules in the Schedules section. Refer
to page 71 for more information.
Wi-Fi Protected Setup
PBC: Press the button to trigger WPS-PBC mode. This virtual WPS button
replicates the physical WPS button functionality.
Click Save when you are done.
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Multiple SSID
The multiple SSID feature will allow you to create temporary zones that can be
used by guests to access the Internet. These zones will be separate from your
main wireless network. You may congure dierent zones for the 2.4 GHz and
5 GHz wireless bands.
In the Settings menu on the bar on the top of the page, click Wireless, then
click the Multiple SSID link.
2.4 GHz / 5 GHz
Wlan Interface: Select the SSID.
Status: Enable or disable the selected SSID.
Wi-Fi Name (SSID): Create a password to use for wireless security. Wireless clients will
need to enter this password to successfully connect to the SSID.
Password: Enabling this option will confine connectivity to the Internet,
disallowing guests from accessing other local network devices.
Home Network Access
Internet Access
Only:
Prevent clients from accessing LAN resources.
Click Save when you are done.
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Network
This section will allow you to change the local network settings of the router
and to congure the DHCP settings. In the Settings menu on the bar on the
top of the page, click Network. Click Advanced Settings... to expand the list
and see all of the options.
Interface
Interface: The DSL-2885A supports multiple LAN interfaces or multiple internal
networks. Select the LAN interface to configure. Refer to LAN
Composition on page 68 for more information.
Network Settings
LAN IP Address: Enter the IP address of the router for this interface. The default IP
address is 192.168.1.1.
If you change the IP address, once you click Save, you will need
to enter the new IP address in your browser to get back into the
conguration utility.
Subnet Mask: Enter the subnet mask of this interface. The default subnet mask is
255.255.255.0.
Management
Link:
Local Domain
Name:
Enable DNS Relay: Disable to transfer the DNS server information from your ISP to your
The default address to access the router’s conguration is http://
dlinkrouter.local./ Here, you can replace dlinkrouter with a name
of your choice.
Enter the domain name (optional).
computers. If enabled, your computers will use the router for a DNS
server.
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Advanced Settings - DHCP Server
Status: Enable or disable the DHCP server.
Network (continued)
DHCP IP Address
Range:
DHCP Lease Time: Enter the length of time for the IP address lease in minutes.
Always Broadcast: Enable this feature to broadcast your networks DHCP server to LAN/
Enter the starting and ending IP addresses for the DHCP server’s IP
assignment.
Note: If you statically (manually) assign IP addresses to your computers
or devices, make sure the IP addresses are outside of this range or you
may have an IP conict.
WLAN clients.
Advanced Settings
UPnP: Enable or disable Universal Plug and Play (UPnP). UPnP provides
compatibility with networking equipment, software and peripherals.
IPv4 Multicast
Stream:
IPv6 Multicast
Stream:
Enable to allow IPv4 multicast trac to pass through the router from
the Internet.
Enable to allow IPv6 multicast trac to pass through the router from
the Internet.
IPv6 Settings
WAN Interface: Select the WAN interface to congure the local network IPv6 settings.
My Internet
Connection is:
Your Internet's IPv6 connection type (Auto Detection, Static IPv6, Auto
Conguration(SLAAC/DHCPv6), PPPoE, 6rd, or Local connectivity)
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Network (continued)
LAN IPv6 Address Settings
LAN IPv6 Address: Enter the LAN (local) IPv6 address for the router.
LAN IPv6 LinkLocal Address:
Displays the router’s LAN link-local address.
Advanced Settings - Address Autoconguration Settings
Enable Automatic
IPv6 Address
Assignment:
Enable Automatic
DHCP-PD in LAN:
Autoconguration
Type:
If you selected Stateful DHCPv6 as the Autoconguration Type:
IPv6 Address
Range (Start):
Enable or disable the Automatic IPv6 Address Assignment feature.
Enable or disable DHCP-PD for other IPv6 routers connected to the
LAN interface. Note: This feature requires a smaller subnet prex than
/64 (i.e. allowing for a larger address allocation), such as /63. Contact
your ISP for more information.
Select SLAAC+RDNSS, SLAAC+Stateless DHCP, or Stateful DHCPv6.
Enter the starting IPv6 address for the DHCP server’s IPv6 assignment.
IPv6 Address
Range (End):
IPv6
Advertisement
Lifetime:
Enter the ending IPv6 address for the DHCP server’s IPv6 assignment.
Enter the IPv6 address lifetime (in minutes).
Click Save when you are done.
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SharePort
This page will allow you to set up access to les on an external USB device
plugged into the router. You can do this through the local network or from the
Internet using either a web browser or an app on your smartphone or tablet.
In the Settings menu on the bar on the top of the page, click SharePort.
Windows File Sharing (SAMBA)
Status: Check to enable the media server functions, allowing connected
clients access to media les over the network.
Windows File
Sharing (SAMBA):
Choose either Allow all users to access (no password) or Require
router’s admin password to specify whether the router’s password
will be required for access.
Web File Access
Web File Access: Enable remote access to les stored on a USB device plugged into
the router through a web browser.
Direct Links: This area will display the HTTP and HTTPS links to connect to your
SharePort drive through a web browser from a device on your
network.
Click Save when you are done.
To manage user accounts for SharePort access, click Create User and
refer to the next page for details.
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Create User
The Create User page allows you to manage your SharePort user accounts.
The current list of user accounts will be displayed, along with their current
permissions and access path. If they do not have an account set up, users will
be restricted to guest access; only having access to the Guest folder on the
media server. The router can store a maximum of ten accounts (including the
Admin account).
If you wish to remove an account, click on its trash can icon in the Delete
column. If you wish to edit an account, click on its pencil icon in the Edit
column. If you wish to create a new account, click the Create User button. If
you edit or create a user, the following options will appear:
User Name: Enter the desired user name for the new account.
Password: Enter the password which the user will need to enter when logging in.
Permission: Select either Read Only or Read/Write to control whether the user
can edit, add, or delete les on the device.
Folder: Choose the parent folder that the user will be able to access. Files
and folders on a higher level will be unavailable. Root refers to the
to the top level folder on the device. To change the selected folder,
click Browse and browse to the desired folder.
Click OK when you are done. The new user should be added to the
list of user accounts. To save the new list, click Save. To return to the
SharePort page, click SharePort.
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Features
Firewall
The router’s rewall protects your network from malicious attacks over the
Internet. In the Features menu on the bar on the top of the page, click Firewall
Settings. Click Advanced Settings... to expand the list and see all of the
options.
Enable DMZ: Enable or disable Demilitarized Zone (DMZ). This completely exposes
the client to threats over the Internet, and is not recommended in
ordinary situations.
DMZ IP Address: If you enabled DMZ, enter the IP address of the client you wish to
expose, or use the drop-down menu to quickly select it.
Enable SPI IPv4: Enabling Stateful Packet Inspection (SPI) helps to prevent cyber
attacks by validating that the trac passing through the session
conforms to the protocol.
Enable Anti-Spoof
Checking:
IPv6 Simple
Security:
IPv6 Ingress
Filtering:
Enable this feature to protect your network from certain kinds of
spoong attacks.
Enable or disable IPv6 simple security.
Enable or disable IPv6 ingress ltering.
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Firewall (Continued)
Advanced Settings - Application Level Gateway (ALG) Conguration
PPTP: Allows multiple machines on the LAN to connect to their corporate
network using the PPTP protocol.
IPSec (VPN): Allows multiple VPN clients to connect to their corporate network
using IPSec. Some VPN clients support traversal of IPSec through
NAT. This Application Level Gateway (ALG) may interfere with the
operation of such VPN clients. If you are having trouble connecting
with your corporate network, try turning this ALG o. Please check
with the system administrator of your corporate network whether
your VPN client supports NAT traversal.
RTSP: Allows applications that uses Real Time Streaming Protocol (RTSP)to
receive streaming media from the Internet.
SIP: Allows devices and applications using VoIP (Voice over IP) to
communicate across NAT. Some VoIP applications and devices have
the ability to discover NAT devices and work around them. This ALG
may interfere with the operation of such devices. If you are having
trouble making VoIP calls, try turning this ALG o.
Click Save when you are done.
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IPv4/IPv6 Rules
The IPv4/IPv6 Rules section is an advanced option that lets you congure what
kind of trac is allowed to pass through the network. To congure the IPv4
rules, from the Firewall Settings page click IPv4 Rules. To congure IPv6 rules,
from the Firewall Settings page click IPv6 Rules. To return to the main Firewall
Settings page, click Security Check.
To begin, use the drop-down menu to select whether you want to ALLOW or
DENY the rules you create. You can also choose to turn ltering OFF.
If you wish to remove a rule, click on its trash can icon in the Delete column. If
you wish to edit a rule, click on its pencil icon in the Edit column. If you wish to
create a new rule, click the Add Rules button. Click Save when you are done. If
you edit or create a rule, the following options will appear:
Name: Enter a name for the rule.
Source IP Address
Range:
Destination IP
Address Range:
Port Range: Select the protocol of the trac to allow or deny (Any, TCP, or UDP)
Schedule: Use the drop-down menu to select the time schedule that the rule
Enter the source IP address range that the rule will apply to, and using
the drop-down menu, specify whether it is a WAN or LAN IP address.
Enter the destination IP address range that the rule will apply to, and
using the drop-down menu, specify whether it is a WAN or LAN IP
address.
and then enter the range of ports that the rule will apply to.
will be enabled on. The schedule may be set to Always Enable, or
you can create your own schedules in the Schedules section. Refer
to 71 for more information.
Click Apply when you are done.
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Port Forwarding
Port forwarding allows you to specify a port or range of ports to open
for specic devices on the network. This might be necessary for certain
applications to connect through the router. In the Features menu on the bar
on the top of the page, click Port Forwarding.
If you wish to remove a rule, click on its trash can icon in the Delete column. If
you wish to edit a rule, click on its pencil icon in the Edit column. If you wish to
create a new rule, click the Add Rules button. Click Save when you are done. If
you edit or create a rule, the following options will appear:
Name: Enter a name for the rule.
Local IP: Enter the IP address of the computer on your local network that you
want to allow the incoming service to. Alternatively, select the device
from the drop-down menu.
TCP Port: Enter the TCP ports that you want to open. You can enter a single
port or a range of ports. Separate ports with a comma (for example:
24,1009,3000-4000).
UDP Port: Enter the UDP ports that you want to open. You can enter a single
port or a range of ports. Separate ports with a comma (for example:
24,1009,3000-4000).
Schedule: Use the drop-down menu to select the time schedule that the rule
will be enabled on. The schedule may be set to Always Enable, or
you can create your own schedules in the Schedules section. Refer
to 71 for more information.
Click Apply when you are done.
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Virtual Server
The virtual server allows you to specify a single public port on your router for
redirection to an internal LAN IP Address and Private LAN port. To congure
the virtual server, from the Port Forwarding page click Virtual Server. To
return to the main Port Forwarding page, click Port Forwarding.
If you wish to remove a rule, click on its trashcan icon in the Delete column. If
you wish to edit a rule, click on its pencil icon in the Edit column. If you wish to
create a new rule, click the Add Rules button. Click Save when you are done. If
you edit or create a rule, the following options will appear:
Name: Enter a name for the rule. Alternatively, select the protocol/Application
from the drop-down menu.
Local IP: Enter the IP address of the computer on your local network that you
want to allow the incoming service to. Alternatively, select the device
from the drop-down menu.
Protocol: Select the protocol of the trac to allow or deny (TCP, UDP, Both,
or Other).
Protocol Number: If you entered Other above, enter the protocol number.
External Port: Enter the public port you want to open.
Internal Port: Enter the private port you want to open.
Schedule: Use the drop-down menu to select the time schedule that the rule
will be enabled on. The schedule may be set to Always Enable, or
you can create your own schedules in the Schedules section. Refer
to 71 for more information.
Click Apply when you are done.
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Website Filter
The website lter settings allow you to block access to certain web sites. You
can either create a list of sites to block, or create a list of sites to allow (with all
other sites being blocked).
In the Features menu on the bar on the top of the page, click Website Filter.
If you want to create a list of sites to block, select DENY computers access to
ONLY these sites from the drop-down menu. All other sites will be accessible.
If you want to specify a list of sites to allow, select ALLOW computers access
to ONLY these sites from the drop-down menu. All other sites will be blocked.
You may specify a maximum of fteen web sites. To add a new site to the list,
click Create New Rule. Next, under Website URL/Domain enter the URL or
domain. If you wish to remove a rule, click on its trashcan icon in the Delete
column. If you wish to edit a rule, simply replace the URL or domain.
Click Save when you are done.
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Static Routes
The Static Routes section allows you to dene custom routes to control how
data trac is moved around your network.
In the Features menu on the bar on the top of the page, click Static Routes.
To congure IPv6 rules, click IPv6 and refer to 63. To return to the main IPv4
static routes page, click IPv4.
If you wish to remove a rule, click on its trash can icon in the Delete column. If
you wish to edit a rule, click on its pencil icon in the Edit column. If you wish to
create a new rule, click the Add Rules button. Click Save when you are done. If
you edit or create a rule, the following options will appear:
Name: Enter a name for the rule.
Destination
Network:
Mask: Enter the netmask of the route.
Gateway: Enter your next hop gateway to be taken if this route is used.
Metric: The route metric is a value from 1 to 16 that indicates the cost of using
Interface: Select the interface that the IP packet must use to transit out of the
Enter the IP address of packets that will take this route.
this route. A value 1 is the lowest cost and 15 is the highest cost.
router when this route is used.
Click Apply when you are done.
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IPv6
To congure IPv6 rules, on the Static Routes page click IPv6. To return to the
main IPv4 static routes page, click IPv4.
If you wish to remove a rule, click on its trash can icon in the Delete column. If
you wish to edit a rule, click on its pencil icon in the Edit column. If you wish to
create a new rule, click the Add Rules button. Click Save when you are done. If
you edit or create a rule, the following options will appear:
Name: Enter a name for the rule.
DestNetwork: This is the IP address of the router used to reach the specified
destination.
PrexLen: Enter the IPv6 address prex length of the packets that will take this
route.
Gateway: Enter your next hop gateway to be taken if this route is used.
Metric: Enter the metric value for this rule here.
Interface: Select the interface that the IP packet must use to transit out of the
router when this route is used.
Click Apply when you are done.
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Dynamic DNS
Most Internet Service Providers (ISPs) assign dynamic (changing) IP addresses.
Using a dynamic DNS service provider, people can enter your domain name in
their web browser to connect to your server no matter what your IP address is.
In the Features menu on the bar on the top of the page, click Dynamic DNS.
Enable Dynamic
DNS:
Status: Displays the current dynamic DNS connection status.
Server Address: Enter the address of your dynamic DNS server, or select one from the
Host Name: Enter the host name that you registered with your dynamic DNS
User Name: Enter your dynamic DNS username.
Password: Enter your dynamic DNS password.
Time Out: Enter a timeout time (in hours).
Enabling dynamic DNS will reveal further conguration options.
drop-down menu.
service provider.
Click Save when you are done.
At the bottom of the page are the IPv6 host settings. To congure an IPv6
dynamic DNS host, refer to 65.
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IPv6 Host
The IPv6 host settings are found at the bottom of the Dynamic DNS page.
If you wish to remove a rule, click on its trash can icon in the Delete column. If
you wish to edit a rule, click on its pencil icon in the Edit column. If you wish to
create a new rule, click the Add Rules button. Click Save when you are done. If
you edit or create a rule, the following options will appear:
Host Name: Enter the host name that you registered with your dynamic DNS
service provider.
IPv6 Address: Enter the IPv6 address of the dynamic DNS server. Alternatively, select
the server device in the drop-down menu.
Click Apply when you are done.
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Port Mapping
The DSL-2885A supports Port Mapping, which allows advanced users to
control WAN access, improve security, and simplify administration. Port
Mapping is divided into two sections: WAN Availability and LAN Composition.
Note: LAN 1 - 4 refer to LAN Interfaces. ETH 0 - ETH 4 refer to Ethernet
WAN interfaces provided by the Residential Gateway mode which uses the
Ethernet WAN Port. These names do not refer to the Physical LAN ports of the
DSL-2885A.
• For more information on how to congure LAN Interfaces, or multiple
internal networks, refer to Network on page 51.
• For more information on how to congure the Residential Gateway
Ethernet WAN port interface, or for information on how to congure
the DSL-2885A to connect to dierent Ethernet WAN networks, refer to
Ethernet on page 31.
• For more information on how to congure the DSL WAN port interface to
connect to dierent ADSL or VDSL WAN networks, refer to ADSL on page
28 or VDSL on page 30.
• For more information on how to congure a USB broadband dongle, refer
to USB on page 32.
For an example implementation of Port Mapping, refer to Example
Conguration on page 69.
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WAN Availability
From this page, you can congure WAN interface access for each LAN
interface. ETH 0 refers to the WAN Ethernet interface, ATM 0 refers to the DSL
port, and USB0 refers to the USB mobile broadband adapter. By default, all
LAN interfaces have access to the ETH 0, ATM 0, and USB 0 WAN interfaces.
Note: In order for a LAN interface to use a WAN interface, it must be properly
congured.
• WAN interfaces are used in order of preference according to their failover
priority for more information, refer to Priority on page 46.
Access to LAN interfaces must be manually assigned, if additional Ethernet
WAN interfaces (ETH1-4), ADSL ATM WAN interfaces (ATM1-7), or VDSL PTM
WAN interfaces (PTM1-7) are enabled.
ETH 0 ETH 1 ATM 0 USB 0
Click Save when you are done.
LAN 1
LAN 2
LAN 3
LAN 4
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LAN Composition
From this page, you can congure LAN interface composition. LAN
composition may be determined by the physical LAN Ethernet ports, 2.4 GHz
Wi-Fi SSIDs, and 5 GHz Wi-Fi SSIDs. By default, all physical LAN Ethernet ports
and Wi-Fi SSIDs are set as members of LAN 1 (192.168.1.1-254).
The Wi-Fi radio buttons are set as follows:
• Wi-Fi 2.4 GHz 1 and Wi-Fi 5 GHz 1 correspond to the primary SSID.
• Wi-Fi 2.4 GHz 2 and Wi-Fi 5 GHz 2 correspond to Multiple SSID 1.
• Wi-Fi 2.4 GHz 3 and Wi-Fi 5 GHz 3 correspond to Multiple SSID 2.
• Wi-Fi 2.4 GHz 4 and Wi-Fi 5 GHz 4 correspond to Multiple SSID 3.
Note: In order to use the additional Wi-Fi SSIDs, you must congure Multiple
SSIDs.
• For more information on conguring your primary SSID and Multiple SSID,
refer to Multiple SSID on page 50 and Wireless on page 47.
• To congure which LANs have access to WAN interfaces, refer to WAN
Availability on page 67.
LAN 1
LAN 2
LAN 3
LAN 4
Physical Port
1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4
Wi-Fi 2.4 GHz
Wi-Fi 5 GHz
Click Save when you are done.
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Example Conguration
Physical Port Wi-Fi 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi 5 GHz
1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4
LAN 1
LAN 2
LAN 3
LAN 4
ETH 0 PTM 0 PTM 1 USB 0
LAN 1
LAN 2
LAN 3
LAN 4
Name Interface IP Address Range WAN Availability LAN Composition Devices on this Network
Physical LAN Port 1
Family LAN 1 192.168.1.1-254 ETH 0, PTM 0
Surveillance LAN 2 192.168.2.1-254 ETH 0, PTM 0, USB 0
Guest LAN 3 192.168.3.1-254 PTM 0
Physical LAN Port 2
2.4 GHz Primary SSID
5 GHz Primary SSID
Physical LAN Port 3
2.4 GHz SSID 1
5 GHz SSID 1
2.4 GHz SSID 2
5 GHz SSID 2
Physical LAN Port 4
IPTV LAN 4 192.168.4.1-254 PTM 1
2.4 GHz SSID 1
5 GHz SSID 1
In this example, trac from each network is isolated. The Family network provides Internet access and sharing between
commonly used devices. The Surveillance network keeps IP Cameras and Network Video Recorder video separated from
normal trac to make it more secure. Additionally, in the event of VDSL or Ethernet WAN failure, the Surveillance network will
maintain Internet connectivity via a USB mobile broadband adapter. The Guest network provides only Internet connectivity for
visitors, protecting your other devices. The IPTV network isolates ISP broadcast video set top boxes to their own network and
connects to the ISP's video WAN VDSL network.
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Management
Time & Schedule
Time
The Time page allows you to congure, update, and maintain the correct
time on the internal system clock. From here you can set the time zone, the
Network Time Protocol (NTP) server, and enable or disable daylight saving
time.
In the Management menu on the bar on the top of the page, click Time &
Schedule.
Time Conguration
Time Zone: Select your time zone from the drop-down menu.
Time: Displays the current date and time of the router.
Daylight Saving: Enable or disable daylight saving time.
Automatic Time Conguration
Update Time
Using an NTP
Server:
To congure and manage your schedules, click Schedule and refer to 71.
Enable or disable to allow an NTP server on the Internet to synchronize
the time and date with your router. If you enable this option, select
an NTP server from the drop-down menu. To congure the router's
time and date manually, disable this option and use the drop-down
menus that appear to input the time and date.
Click Save when you are done.
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Schedule
Some conguration rules can be set according to a pre-congured schedule.
To create, edit, or delete schedules, from the Time page click Schedule. To
return to the Time page, click Time.
If you wish to remove a rule, click on its trash can icon in the Delete column. If
you wish to edit a rule, click on its pencil icon in the Edit column. If you wish to
create a new rule, click the Add Rules button. Click Save when you are done. If
you edit or create a rule, the following screen will appear:
First, enter the name of your schedule in the Name eld.
Each box represents one hour, with the time at the top of each column. To add
a time period to the schedule, simply click on the start hour and drag to the
end hour. You can add multiple days to the schedule, but only one period per
day.
To remove a time period from the schedule, click on the cross icon.
Click Apply when you are done.
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System Log
The router keeps a running log of events. This log can be sent to a Syslog
server, and sent to your email address. In the Management menu on the bar
on the top of the page, click System Log.
SysLog Settings
Enable Logging to
Syslog Server:
If Logging to the Syslog Server is Enabled:
Syslog Server IP
Address:
Check this box to send the router logs to a SysLog Server.
Enter the IP address for the Syslog server. If the Syslog server is
connected to the extender, select it from the drop-down menu to
automatically populate the eld.
Email Settings
Enable Email
Notication:
If Email notication is Enabled:
From E-mail
Address:
To E-mail Address: Enter the email address your SysLog messages will be sent to.
SMTP Server
Address:
If you want the logs to be automatically sent to an email address,
enable this option.
Enter the email address your SysLog messages will be sent from.
Enter your SMTP server address.
SMTP Server Port: Enter your SMTP server port.
Enable
Authentication:
Check this box if your SMTP server requires authentication.
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Account Name: Enter your SMTP account name.
Password: Enter your SMTP account name's password.
E-mail Log When Full or On Schedule
System Log (continued)
Send On
Schedule:
Schedule: This option can be enabled to send an email according to a
If email notication is enabled, this option will set the router to send
the log by email when the log is full.
precongured schedule. See below.
If you enable On Schedule is enabled, use the drop-down menu to
select the time schedule that the rule will be enabled on. The schedule
may be set to Always Enable, or you can create your own schedules
in the Schedules section. Refer to 75 for more information.
Click Save when you are done.
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Admin
This page will allow you to change the administrator (Admin) password and
enable remote management. In the Management menu on the bar on the top
of the page, click Admin. To load, save, reset settings, or reboot the router, click
System and refer to 75.
Admin Password
Password: Enter a new password for the administrator account. You will need to
enter this password whenever you congure the router using a web
browser.
Enable Graphical
Authentication
(CAPTCHA):
Enables a challenge-response test to require users to type letters or
numbers from a distorted image displayed on the screen to prevent
online hackers and unauthorized users from gaining access to your
router’s network settings.
Advanced Settings - Administration
Enable HTTPS
Server:
Enable Remote
Management:
Remote Admin
Port:
Check to enable HTTPS to connect to the router securely. Instead of using
http://dlinkrouter.local./, you must use https://dlinkrouter.local./ in
order to connect to the router.
Remote management allows the DSL-2885A to be congured from the
Internet by a web browser. A password is still required to access the web
management interface.
The port number used to access the DSL-2885A is used in the URL.
Example: http://x.x.x.x:8080 where x.x.x.x is the Internet IP address of the
DSL-2885A and 8080 is the port used for the web management interface.
Note: If you enabled HTTPS Server and wish to access the router remotely
and securely, you must enter https:// at the beginning of the address.
Click Save when you are done.
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System
This page allows you to save the router’s current conguration, load a
previously saved conguration, reset the router to its factory default settings,
or reboot the router.
From the Admin page, click System. To return to the Admin page, click Admin.
Sytem
Save Settings To
Local Hard Drive:
Load Settings
From Local Hard
Drive:
Restore To Factory
Default Settings:
Reboot The
Device:
This option will save the current router conguration settings to a le
on your computer.
This option will load a previously saved router conguration le. This will
overwrite the router’s current conguration.
This option will restore all conguration settings back to the settings that
were in eect at the time the router was shipped from the factory. Any
settings that have not been saved will be lost, including any rules that
you have created. If you want to save the current router conguration
settings, use the Save Settings To Local Hard Drive button above.
Click to reboot the router immediately.
Click Save when you are done.
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Upgrade
This page will allow you to upgrade the router’s rmware or language pack,
either automatically or manually. To manually upgrade the rmware or
language pack, you must rst download the relevant le from http://support.
dlink.com.
In the Management menu on the bar on the top of the page, click Upgrade.
Firmware
Firmware
Information:
Check for New
Firmware:
Upgrade Manually
Upgrade
Firmware:
The current rmware’s version and date will be displayed.
Click this button to prompt the router to automatically check for a new
rmware version. If a newer version is found, it will prompt you to install it.
If you wish to upgrade manually, rst download the rmware le you wish
to upgrade to. Next, click the Upgrade Firmware button and browse to
the le to install the new rmware. You can also browse to a language
pack le to install a new language pack.
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Statistics
This page gives you various statistics about data transmitted and received
by your router through the Internet, on your wired network (LAN), and
through your wireless networks. To access this page, click Statistics from the
Management menu on the bar on the top of the page.
You can view the statistics of the Internet, LAN, Wi-Fi 2.4 GHz, or Wi-Fi 5
GHz by clicking on their respective tabs at the top of the graph. The graph
will update in real time. The table at the bottom of the page displays the
total number of packets and data sent and received since the DSL-2885A was
booted. The current amount of trac being sent and received, measured in
KByte/sec is displayed, along with the current number of sessions.
To clear the information on the graph, click Clear.
The trac counter will reset if the device is rebooted.
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Connect a Wireless Client to your Router
WPS Button
The easiest and most secure way to connect your wireless devices to the router is with WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup). Most
wireless devices such as wireless adapters, media players, Blu-ray DVD players, wireless printers and cameras will have a WPS
button (or a software utility with WPS) that you can press to connect to the DSL-2885A router. Please refer to your user manual
for the wireless device you want to connect to make sure you understand how to enable WPS. Once you know, follow the steps
below:
Step 1 - Press the WPS button on the DSL-2885A for about 1 second. The WPS LED on the front will start to blink.
WPS Button
Step 2 - Within 2 minutes, press the WPS button on your wireless device (or launch the software utility and start the WPS
process).
Step 3 - Allow up to 1 minute for your connection to be congured. Once the WPS LED stops blinking, you will be connected
and your wireless connection will be secure with WPA2.
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Windows® 10
When connecting to the DSL-2885A wirelessly for the rst time, you will need to input the wireless network name (SSID) and
Wi-Fi password (security key) of the device you are connecting to. If your product has a Wi-Fi conguration card, you can
nd the default network name and Wi-Fi password here. Otherwise refer to the product label for the default Wi-Fi network
SSID and password, or enter the Wi-Fi credentials set during the product conguration.
To join an existing network, locate the wireless network icon in the taskbar,
next to the time display and click on it.
Wireless Icon
Clicking on this icon will display a list of wireless networks which are within
range of your computer. Select the desired network by clicking on the SSID.
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To connect to the SSID, click Connect.
To automatically connect with the router when your device next detects the
SSID, click the Connect Automatically check box.
You will then be prompted to enter the Wi-Fi password (network security key)
for the wireless network. Enter the password into the box and click Next to
connect to the network. Your computer will now automatically connect to this
wireless network when it is detected.
You can also use Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) to connect to the router.
Press the WPS button on your D-Link device and you will be automatically
connected.
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Windows® 8
WPA/WPA2
It is recommended that you enable wireless security (WPA/WPA2) on your wireless router or access point before conguring
your wireless adapter. If you are joining an existing network, you will need to know the security key (Wi-Fi password) being
used.
To join an existing network, locate the wireless network icon in the taskbar
next to the time display.
Wireless Icon
Clicking on this icon will display a list of wireless networks that are within
connecting proximity of your computer. Select the desired network by clicking
on the network name.
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You will then be prompted to enter the network security key (Wi-Fi password)
for the wireless network. Enter the password into the box and click Next.
If you wish to use Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) to connect to the router, you
can also press the WPS button on your router during this step to enable the
WPS function.
When you have established a successful connection to a wireless network, the
word Connected will appear next to the name of the network to which you
are connected to.
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Windows® 7
WPA/WPA2
It is recommended that you enable wireless security (WPA/WPA2) on your wireless router or access point before conguring
your wireless adapter. If you are joining an existing network, you will need to know the security key or passphrase being used.
1. Click on the wireless icon in your system tray (lower-right corner).
Wireless Icon
2. The utility will display any available wireless networks in your area.
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3. Highlight the wireless connection with Wi-Fi name (SSID) you would
like to connect to and click the Connect button.
If you get a good signal but cannot access the Internet, check your
TCP/IP settings for your wireless adapter. Refer to the Networking
Basics section in this manual for more information.
4. The following window appears while your computer tries to connect
to the router.
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WPS
The WPS feature of the DSL-2885A can be congured using Windows® 7. Carry out the following steps to use Windows® 7 to
congure the WPS feature:
1. Click the Start button and select Computer from the Start menu.
2. Click Network on the left side.
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3. Double-click the DSL-2885A.
4. Input the WPS PIN number (on the router label) in the Setup >
Wireless Setup menu in the Router’s Web UI) and click Next.
DSL-2885A
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5. Type a name to identify the network.
6. To congure advanced settings, click the
Click Next to continue.
icon.
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7. The following window appears while the DSL-2885A is being congured.
Wait for the conguration to complete.
8. The following window informs you that WPS on the DSL-2885A has been set
up successfully.
Make a note of the security key as you may need to provide this security key
if adding an older wireless device to the network in the future.
9. Click Close to complete WPS setup.
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Windows Vista®
Windows Vista® users may use the built-in wireless utility. If you are using another company’s wireless utility, please refer to the
user manual of your wireless adapter for help connecting to a wireless network. Most wireless utilities will have a “site survey”
option similar to the Windows Vista® utility as seen below.
If you receive the Wireless Networks Detected bubble, click on the center of
the bubble to access the utility.
or
Right-click on the wireless computer icon in your system tray (lower-right
corner next to the time). Select Connect to a network.
The utility will display any available wireless networks in your area. Click on a
network (displayed using the SSID) and click the Connect button.
If you get a good signal but cannot access the Internet, check you TCP/IP
settings for your wireless adapter. Refer to the Networking Basics section in
this manual for more information.
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WPA/WPA2
It is recommended that you enable wireless security (WPA/WPA2) on your wireless router or access point before conguring
your wireless adapter. If you are joining an existing network, you will need to know the security key or passphrase being used.
1. Open the Windows Vista® Wireless Utility by right-clicking on the wireless
computer icon in your system tray (lower right corner of screen). Select
Connect to a network.
2. Highlight the Wi-Fi name (SSID) you would like to connect to and click
Connect.
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3. Enter the same security key or passphrase (Wi-Fi password) that is on your
router and click Connect.
It may take 20-30 seconds to connect to the wireless network. If the
connection fails, please verify that the security settings are correct. The key or
passphrase must be exactly the same as the one on the wireless router.
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Troubleshooting
This chapter provides solutions to problems that can occur during the installation and operation of the DSL-2885A. Read the
following descriptions if you are having problems. The examples below are illustrated in Windows® XP. If you have a dierent
operating system, the screenshots on your computer will look similar to these examples.
1. Why can’t I access the web-based conguration utility?
When entering the IP address of the D-Link router (192.168.0.1 for example), you are not connecting to a website, nor do you
have to be connected to the Internet. The device has the utility built-in to a ROM chip in the device itself. Your computer must
be on the same IP subnet to connect to the web-based utility.
• Make sure you have an updated Java-enabled web browser. We recommend the following:
- Microsoft Internet Explorer® 10 or higher
- Microsoft EDGE Browser 20 or higher
- Mozilla Firefox 11 or higher
- Google™ Chrome 17 or higher
- Apple Safari 5 or higher
• Verify physical connectivity by checking for solid link lights on the device. If you do not get a solid link light, try using a
dierent cable, or connect to a dierent port on the device if possible. If the computer is turned o, the link light may not be
on.
• Disable any Internet security software running on the computer. Software rewalls such as ZoneAlarm, BlackICE, Sygate,
®
Norton Personal Firewall, and Windows
included with your rewall software for more information on disabling or conguring it.
XP rewall may block access to the conguration pages. Check the help les
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• Congure your Internet settings:
• Go to Start > Settings > Control Panel. Double-click the Internet Options Icon. From the Security tab, click
the button to restore the settings to their defaults.
• Click the Connection tab and set the dial-up option to Never Dial a Connection. Click the LAN Settings button.
Make sure nothing is checked. Click OK.
• Go to the Advanced tab and click the button to restore these settings to their defaults. Click OK three times.
• Close your web browser (if open) and open it.
• Access the web management. Open your web browser and enter the IP address of your D-Link router in the address bar. This
should open the login page for your web management.
• If you still cannot access the conguration, unplug the power to the router for 10 seconds and plug back in. Wait about 30
seconds and try accessing the conguration. If you have multiple computers, try connecting using a dierent computer.
2. What can I do if I forgot my password?
If you forgot your password, you must reset your router. This process will change all your settings back to the factory defaults.
To reset the router, locate the reset button (hole) on the rear panel of the unit. With the router powered on, use a paperclip
to hold the button down for 10 seconds. Release the button and the router will go through its reboot process. Wait about 30
seconds to access the router. The default IP address is 192.168.0.1. When logging in, leave the password box empty.
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3. Why can’t I connect to certain sites or send and receive emails when connecting through my router?
If you are having a problem sending or receiving email, or connecting to secure sites such as eBay, banking sites, and Hotmail,
we suggest lowering the MTU in increments of ten (Ex. 1492, 1482, 1472, etc).
To nd the proper MTU Size, you’ll have to do a special ping of the destination you’re trying to go to. A destination could be
another computer, or a URL.
• Click on Start and then click Run.
• Windows® 95, 98, and Me users type in command (Windows® NT, 2000, XP, Vista®, and 7 users type in cmd) and
press Enter (or click OK).
• Once the window opens, you’ll need to do a special ping. Use the following syntax:
ping [url] [-f] [-l] [MTU value]
Example: ping yahoo.com -f -l 1472
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You should start at 1472 and work your way down by 10 each time. Once you get a reply, go up by 2 until you get a
fragmented packet. Take that value and add 28 to the value to account for the various TCP/IP headers. For example, lets say
that 1452 was the proper value, the actual MTU size would be 1480, which is the optimum for the network we’re working with
(1452+28=1480).
Once you nd your MTU, you can now congure your router with the proper MTU size.
To change the MTU rate on your router follow the steps below:
• Open your browser, enter the IP address of your router (192.168.0.1) and click OK.
• Enter your username (admin) and password (blank by default). Click OK to enter the web conguration page for
the device.
• Click on Setup and then click Manual Congure.
• To change the MTU, enter the number in the MTU eld and click Save Settings to save your settings.
• Test your email. If changing the MTU does not resolve the problem, continue changing the MTU in increments
of ten.
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Appendix A - Wireless Basics
Wireless Basics
D-Link wireless products are based on industry standards to provide easy-to-use and compatible high-speed wireless
connectivity within your home, business, or public access wireless networks. Strictly adhering to the IEEE standard, the D-Link
wireless family of products will allow you to securely access the data you want, when, and where you want it. You will be able to
enjoy the freedom that wireless networking delivers.
A wireless local area network (WLAN) is a cellular computer network that transmits and receives data with radio signals
instead of wires. Wireless LANs are used increasingly in both home and oce environments, and public areas such as airports,
coee shops and universities. Innovative ways to utilize WLAN technology are helping people work, and communicate more
eciently. Increased mobility and the absence of cabling and other xed infrastructure have proven to be benecial for many
users.
Wireless users can use the same applications they use on a wired network. Wireless adapter cards used on laptop and desktop
systems support the same protocols as Ethernet adapter cards.
Under many circumstances, it may be desirable for mobile network devices to link to a conventional Ethernet LAN in order to
use servers, printers or an Internet connection supplied through the wired LAN. A wireless router is a device used to provide
this link.
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