D Link IR880LA1 User Manual
Version 1.00 | 02/05/2014
User Manual
Wireless AC1900 Dual Band Gigabit Cloud Router
DIR-880L
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1.00 February 05, 2014 • Initial release
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Product Overview ..............................................................1
Package Contents .........................................................................1
System Requirements .................................................................2
Introduction ...................................................................................3
Features ............................................................................................4
Antenna Setup ...............................................................................5
Hardware Overview .....................................................................6
Connections ...........................................................................6
LEDs ........................................................................................... 7
Installation ......................................................................... 8
Before you Begin ...........................................................................8
Wireless Installation Considerations ......................................9
Wall Mounting .............................................................................10
Manual Setup ...............................................................................11
Getting Started ................................................................ 13
Setup Wizard ................................................................................14
QRS Mobile App ..........................................................................19
mydlink SharePort ......................................................................24
Using the mydlink SharePort™ app for iPad®,
iPhone®, and iPod Touch® ................................................24
Main Menu .......................................................................28
Documents .......................................................................29
Pictures ..............................................................................31
Videos.................................................................................33
Music ..................................................................................35
Folders ...............................................................................38
Favorites ............................................................................41
Using the mydlink SharePort™ app for Android™ ...42
Main Menu .......................................................................46
Documents .......................................................................47
Pictures ..............................................................................49
Videos.................................................................................51
Music ..................................................................................53
Folders ...............................................................................56
Favorites ............................................................................60
Conguration ...................................................................61
Device Mode ........................................................................62
Home ..............................................................................................63
Internet ...................................................................................63
DIR-880L .................................................................................64
Connected Clients ..............................................................65
USB Device ............................................................................66
Settings ..........................................................................................67
Wizard .....................................................................................67
Internet (Router Mode) .....................................................67
IPv6 .....................................................................................76
Internet (Bridge Mode) .....................................................91
Wireless (Router Mode) ....................................................94
Guest Zone .......................................................................96
Wireless (Bridge Mode) .....................................................97
Network ..................................................................................98
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SharePort ............................................................................ 100
Create User .................................................................... 101
mydlink ................................................................................ 102
Features .......................................................................................103
QoS Engine.........................................................................103
Firewall Settings ............................................................... 104
IPv4/IPv6 Rules ............................................................106
Port Forwarding ............................................................... 107
Virtual Server ................................................................ 108
Website Filter ..................................................................... 109
Static Routes ......................................................................110
IPv6 ..................................................................................111
Dynamic DNS ....................................................................112
IPv6 Host ........................................................................ 113
Quick VPN ...........................................................................114
Management ............................................................................. 115
Time & Schedule ..............................................................115
Time ................................................................................. 115
Schedule ........................................................................116
System Log ......................................................................... 117
WPA/WPA2 .........................................................................123
Windows® 7 ................................................................................125
WPA/WPA2 .........................................................................125
WPS .......................................................................................128
Windows Vista® .........................................................................132
WPA/WPA2 .........................................................................133
Windows® XP ............................................................................. 135
WPA/WPA2 .........................................................................136
Troubleshooting ............................................................138
Wireless Basics ...............................................................142
What is Wireless? ...................................................................... 143
Tips ................................................................................................145
Wireless Modes .........................................................................146
Networking Basics .........................................................147
Check your IP address ............................................................147
Statically Assign an IP address ............................................148
Wireless Security ......................................................... 149
What is WPA? ................................................................ 149
Admin ..................................................................................118
System ............................................................................119
Upgrade ..............................................................................120
Statistics .............................................................................. 121
Connect a Wireless Client to your Router ....................122
WPS Button ................................................................................122
Windows® 8 ................................................................................123
Technical Specications ................................................150
Safety Statements .........................................................151
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Section 1 - Product Overview
DIR-880L Wireless AC1900 Dual Band Gigabit Cloud Router
Three External Antennas
Ethernet Cable
Product Overview
Package Contents
Power Adapter
Wi-Fi Conguration Note
Wi-Fi Conguration Note
If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller.
Note: Using a power supply with a dierent voltage rating than the one included with the DIR-880L will cause damage and void the warranty
for this product.
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System Requirements
Network Requirements
Web-based Conguration
Utility Requirements
mydlink Requirements
• An Ethernet-based cable or DSL modem
• 802.11ac (draft), n, g, b, or a wireless or Ethernet port
Computer with the following:
• Windows®, Macintosh, or Linux-based operating system
• An installed Ethernet adapter
Browser Requirements:
• Internet Explorer 7 or higher
• Firefox 3.5 or higher
• Safari 4 or higher
• Chrome 8 or higher
Windows
installed. Visit www.java.com to download the latest version.
• iPhone/iPad/iPod Touch (iOS 3.0 or higher)
• Android device (1.6 or higher)
• Computer with the following browser requirements:
®
Users: Make sure you have the latest version of Java
• Internet Explorer 7 or higher
• Firefox 3 or higher
• Safari 5 or higher
• Chrome 5 or higher
iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch are registered trademarks of Apple Inc. Android is a trademark of Google, Inc.
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Introduction
The D-Link DIR-880L Wireless AC1900 Dual Band Gigabit Cloud Router uses advanced AC beamforming technology to maximize
the speed and range of your wireless signal to signicantly outperform 802.11n and other 802.11ac devices. It also comes
equipped with four Gigabit ports to provide speeds up to 10x faster than standard 10/100 ports. 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 DIR-880L supports a host of cloud features including QRS Mobile, which allows you to setup and congure the router using
a mobile app. You can set up your router right from your sofa, no PC required.
The Wireless AC1900 Dual Band Gigabit Cloud Router is also mydlink-enabled, which gives you access to your home network
no matter where you go. Now you can monitor and manage your home network right from your laptop, iPhone®, iPad®, or
Android™ device. mydlink-enabled routers can be congured to send an email to keep you informed anywhere, anytime when
new devices are connecting to your network or unwanted access is detected. Monitor in real-time websites that are being
visited with recent browser history displayed on the mydlink™ Lite app – which is great for parents.
SharePort technology lets you take advantage of the USB 3.0 port found on the back of your DIR-880L (as well as an additional
USB 2.0 port). Plug in a USB storage drive and you can use the mydlink SharePort™ app for iPad®, iPhone®, iPod Touch®, and
Android™ device to access les, stream videos, view photos, or listen to music on your laptop or mobile devices. Plug in a printer
and you can use the mydlink SharePort app to share that printer with all of your devices.
The DIR-880L Wireless AC1900 Dual Band Gigabit Cloud 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 DIR-880L uses advanced AC beamforming to provide up to a full 1900 Mbps*
wireless connection with concurrent 801.11ac and 802.11n wireless clients . It also 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.
• Cloud Features - The DIR-880L support the QRS Mobile app to setup the router using a mobile device. It is
also mydlink-enabled so you can remotely access and mange your DIR-880L from a mobile device. The mydlink
SharePort™ app can be used to share les, stream videos, view photos, and play music. SharePort Plus lets you
share a printer.
• Compatible with 802.11n/g/b/a Devices - The DIR-880L is still fully compatible with the 802.11n, IEEE 802.11g
and 802.11a standards, so it can connect with existing 802.11n, 802.11g, 802.11b, and 802.11a wireless devices.
Features
• Advanced Firewall Features - The web-based user interface displays a number of advanced network
management features including:
• Content Filtering - Easily applied content ltering based on MAC address, URL, and/or domain name.
• Filter Scheduling - These lters can be scheduled to be active on certain days, or for a duration of
hours or minutes.
• Secure Multiple/Concurrent Sessions - The DIR-880L can pass through VPN sessions. It supports
multiple and concurrent IPSec and PPTP sessions, so users behind the DIR-880L can securely access
corporate networks.
• User-friendly Setup Wizard - Through its easy-to-use web-based user interface, the DIR-880L 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, and 802.11n specications. Actual data throughput will vary. Network conditions and
environmental factors, including volume of network trac, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. Environmental
conditions will adversely aect wireless signal range.
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Antenna Setup
In order to use the router’s wireless functionality, you need to attach the
included three antennas to the router. To do this, screw each antenna
into the three screw ttings on the back of the router.
Note: Each antenna is identical, so it does not matter which antenna is
screwed into which tting.
For best performance, position the router’s antennas with their at side
facing towards the front, and tilt the left and right antennas sideways
from the center at a 45 degree angle.
45°
45°
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Connections
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1 WPS Button Press to start the WPS process and automatically create a secure connection to a WPS client.
2 Gigabit LAN Ports (1-4) Connect Ethernet devices such as computers, switches, storage (NAS) devices and game consoles.
3 Gigabit Internet Port Using an Ethernet cable, connect your broadband modem to this port.
4 USB 2.0 Port Connect a USB ash drive to share content , or connect it to a USB printer to share it on your network.
5 Reset Button Insert a paperclip in the hole and wait for several seconds to reset the router to default settings.
6 Power Button Press the power button to power on and o.
7 Power Receptor Receptor for the supplied power adapter.
8 USB 3.0 Port Connect a USB ash drive to share content , or connect it to a USB printer to share it on your network.
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LEDs
1 2
1 Power LED
2 Internet LED
3 Wireless (2.4 GHz) LED A solid blue light indicates that the 2.4 GHz wireless band is enabled.
4 Wireless (5 GHz) LED A solid blue light indicates that the 5 GHz wireless band is enabled.
5 USB 2.0 LED A solid blue light indicates that a USB device detected in the USB 2.0 port.
6 USB 3.0 LED A solid blue light indicates that a USB device detected in the USB 3.0 port.
A solid blue light indicates a proper connection to the power supply. The light will be a solid orange
during boot up.
A solid light indicates connection on the Internet port. If the LED is orange, the connection is good but the
router cannot connect to the Internet.
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Installation
This section will walk you through the installation process. Placement of the router is very important. Do not place the router
in an enclosed area such as a closet, cabinet, or in the attic or garage.
Before you Begin
• Please congure the router with the computer that was last connected directly to your modem.
• You can only use the Ethernet port on your modem. If you were using the USB connection before using the router,
then you must turn o your modem, disconnect the USB cable and connect an Ethernet cable to the Internet port
on the router, and then turn the modem back on. In some cases, you may need to call your ISP to change connection
types (USB to Ethernet).
• If you have DSL and are connecting via PPPoE, make sure you disable or uninstall any PPPoE software such as WinPoET,
BroadJump, or EnterNet 300 from your computer or you will not be able to connect to the Internet.
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Wireless Installation Considerations
The D-Link wireless router lets you access your network using a wireless connection from virtually anywhere within the operating
range of your wireless network. Keep in mind 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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Wall Mounting
You can mount the DIR-880L on a wall or partition for ease and
convenience.
To wall mount your device:
Step 1
Screw the provided screws to the wall to which the router will be
mounted.
Step 2
Place the mounting holes on the bottom of the device over the screws,
and slide the device into place.
Step 3
Finally, connect the required cables to the device as outlined on page 11.
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Manual Setup
1. Turn o and unplug your cable or DSL broadband modem. This is required.
Modem
2. Position your router close to your modem and a computer. Place the router in an open area of your intended
work area for better wireless coverage.
3. Unplug the Ethernet cable from your modem (or existing router if upgrading) that is connected to your computer.
Plug it into the LAN port labeled 1 on the back of your router. The router is now connected to your computer.
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4. Plug one end of the included Ethernet cable that came with your router into the yellow port labeled INTERNET
on the back of the router. Plug the other end of this cable into the Ethernet port on your modem.
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Modem
Computer
DIR-880L
INTERNET
5. Reconnect the power adapter to your cable or DSL broadband modem and wait for two minutes.
6. Connect the supplied power adapter into the power receptor on the back of the router and then plug it into a
power outlet or surge protector. Press the power button and verify that the power LED is lit. Allow 1 minute for
the router to boot up.
Note: This unit is to be used with power supply model WA-36C12R.
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Modem
7. If you are connecting to a broadband service, you may be online already and further conguration will be optional.
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Getting Started
There are several dierent ways you can congure your router to connect to the Internet and connect to your clients:
• D-Link Setup Wizard - This wizard will launch when you log into the router for the rst time. Refer to page 14.
• QRS Mobile App - Use your iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch to congure your router. Refer to page 19.
• Manual Setup - Log into the router and manually congure your router. Refer to page 61
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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://192.168.0.1). Please refer
to page 61.
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.
Please wait while your router detects your Internet connection type. If
the router detects your Internet connection, you may need to enter your
ISP information such as username and password.
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If the router does not detect a valid 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.
If the router detected or you selected Static, enter the IP and DNS settings
supplied by your ISP. Click Next to continue.
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For both the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz segments, create a Wi-Fi network name
(SSID) using up to 32 characters.
Create a Wi-Fi password (between 8-63 characters). Your wireless clients
will need to have this passphrase or key entered to be able to connect
to your wireless network.
Click Next to continue.
In order to secure 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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To use the mydlink service (mydlink.com or the mydlink Lite app), you
must have an account. Select Yes if you have a mydlink account already,
or No if you want to create one. Click Next to continue.
If you do not want to register at this time, click Skip.
If you clicked Yes, enter your mydlink account name (email address) and
password. Click Next to register your mydlink account with the router.
If you clicked No, ll out the requested information and click Next to
create your mydlink account.
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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The mydlink App will allow you to receive notices, browse network users,
and congure your router from an iPhone/iPad/iPod Touch (iOS 3.0 or
higher), Android device (1.6 or higher).
To download the "mydlink Lite" app, visit the Apple Store, Android Market
or http://mydlink.com/Lite.
PC and Mac users can use the mydlink portal at http://mydlink.com.
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QRS Mobile App
QRS Mobile app allows you to install and congure your router from your mobile device.
Step 1
Search for the free QRS Mobile App on the iTunes Store or Google Play.
For the iTunes Store, you may
also scan this code to download.
Step 2
Once your app is installed, you may now congure your router. Connect
to the router wirelessly by going to your wireless utility on your device.
Scan for the Wi-Fi name (SSID) as listed on the supplied info card. Select
and then enter your Wi-Fi password.
For Google Play, you may also
scan this code to download.
Step 3
Once you connect to the router, launch the QRS mobile app from the
Home screen of your device.
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Step 4
You will see the welcome screen. Tap Start to proceed, then Next once
the Operation Mode screen appears.
Step 5
At this point, please ensure that you the router is connected to a modem.
Plug one end of the provided Ethernet cable into your DSL or cable
modem, and plug the other end into the port marked INTERNET on the
DIR-880L. Tap Next to automatically detect your Internet connection
and proceed to the next step.
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Step 6
You will be prompted to set up each wireless frequency band in turn;
the 2.4 GHz band followed by the 5 GHz band.
Firstly, enter a network name (SSID) of your choice, or leave it unchanged
to accept the default SSID. Each wireless band can be assigned its own
SSID.
Secondly, choose a Wi-Fi password of at least 8 characters. Any device
trying to connect to the router wirelessly will need to enter this password
the rst time it connects.
Finally, tap Next to proceed.
Step 7
Enter the administrator password of your choice. Unlike the Wi-Fi
password, this password is only required when you need to congure
the router. See page 61 for details of when this password is used. Tap Next
to proceed.
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Step 8
If you already have a mydlink account, select Yes, I have a mydlink
account and enter your mydlink email address and password. Lastly, tap
Sign In to set up the router to use your mydlink account.
If you do not have a mydlink account, select No, I want to create a new
mydlink account. Enter your email address, choose a mydlink password
and check the I accept the mydlink terms and conditions box. Finally,
tap Register to create your new mydlink account.
If you do not want to congure your router with mydlink at this stage,
tap Skip to proceed.
Step 9
If you wish to receive push notications whenever a new rmware update
is available, check the Notify me when new rmware is available box
and tap Next.
Otherwise, just tap Next to proceed.
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Step 10
You will be presented with a summary of your chosen settings. If you wish
to make any changes, tap Back to step back through the previous pages.
Otherwise, tap Next to complete the setup.
Congratulations, your device has been successfully congured! You may
now exit the QRS app.
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mydlink SharePort
Using the mydlink SharePort™ app for iPad®, iPhone®, and iPod Touch®
The mydlink SharePort™ app is a streamlined mobile application that allows you to conveniently stream media and share les
stored on a removable storage connected to your router. Once the router is set up, you can start the app and easily connect
from a local network or through the Internet to access your photos, videos, music, and documents. It allows you to create your
own personal cloud storage. You can upload les and photos from your mobile device to the removable storage via the app
from anywhere in the world!
Note: In order to ensure smooth streaming performance, you will need a minimum of 2 Mbit/s upload bandwidth for your router’s Internet
connection. Streaming performance will vary depending on the quality of your Internet connection.
Note: If you choose to skip the mydlink SharePort registration during the initial setup of your DIR-880L, you may begin the registration process
anytime by accessing the mydlink SharePort feature from within the router conguration. Please see page 96 for details on how to begin the
mydlink shareport registration process.
1. If you are connecting remotely through the mydlink SharePort™
app from the Internet, you will need a mydlink account.
2. Make sure the device is powered on. Then plug your USB drive into
the USB port of the device.
Note: If you connect a removable storage with many les or a large capacity, it
may take a while for the router to scan and catalog your les.
USB drive
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3. Use your iPhone, iPad or iPod Touch to search for and download the
free mydlink SharePort™ app from the App Store.
If you have a QR code reader, you can scan the code for mydlink
SharePort™ to the right.
4. On your mobile device, go to your Wi-Fi settings and connect to your
router’s wireless network using the default Wi-Fi settings. Your Wi-Fi
network details can be found on the included Wi-Fi conguration card
included with your router, or on the bottom of the router.
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5. Once connected, tap the mydlink SharePort™ icon, and the app will
load.
6. At the login page, you can tap Help? to see diagrams with
descriptions of the two types of connections available.
Local Access:
Local mode will connect you to storage on your current network. For
example, if you are at home connecting to your router, choose this mode.
Remote Access:
Remote mode will connect you to storage on your router in a dierent
location. For example, from your oce connecting to your router at home.
If you are directly connected to the DIR-880L’s wireless network, tap
Local Access and enter the Admin Password of your router, then tap Log
In.
If you are connecting through the Internet tap Remote Access and enter
your mydlink login information, then tap Log In. Tap on your router on the
devices page that appears. You can now share your les.
If you are unsure about which connection method to choose, you can just
click Remote Access.
After logging in, select your router from the device list.
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