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    Version 1.00(WW) | 2020/09/14 User Manual AC1200 Wi-Fi Gigabit Router DIR-1260
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    U.S. and other countries. App StoreSM is a service mark of Apple Inc. Chrome™ browser, Google Link Corporation, Inc. All rights reserved. This publication may not be reproduced, in whole or in part, without prior expressed written permission from D-Link Corporation, Inc. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual
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    mode within 1 minute of no packets being transmitted. It can also be turned off through a power switch to save energy when it is not needed. DIR-1260 Network Standby: 4.36 watts Switched Off: 0.06 watts D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual ii
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    6 Wireless Installation Considerations 7 Setup 8 D-Link Wi-Fi App Setup 9 Hardware Setup 11 Setup Wizard 14 Configuration 21 Home 22 Internet 24 DIR-1260 25 Connected Clients 26 Settings 28 Wizard - IPv6 79 Dynamic DNS 80 Quick VPN 82 Management 83 D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual iii
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    130 Windows® 10 131 Windows® 8 - WPA/WPA2 132 Windows® 7 134 Troubleshooting 136 Wireless Basics 138 Wireless Modes 142 Networking Basics 143 Wireless Security 145 Technical Specifications 146 Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement 147 D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual iv
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    Adapter DIR-1260 V V V V V If any of the above items are missing or damaged, please contact your local reseller. Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with the router will cause damage and void the warranty for this product. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual
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    or Linux-based operating system • An installed Ethernet adapter Web-based Configuration Utility Requirements D-Link Wi-Fi App Requirements Browser Requirements: • Internet Explorer 10 or higher • Firefox app's store page to check whether your device is compatible.) D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 2
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    instructions to set up your DIR-1260. You also have the option to use a web browser to access the setup wizard and to manage your router. Support for industry-standard Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) lets you create encrypted connections to new devices by pressing a button. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual
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    firmware upgrade process. The 2.4 GHz wireless band is enabled. The device is processing WPS. The 5 GHz wireless band is enabled. The device is processing WPS. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 4
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    modem to this port. 5 Power Connector Connector for the supplied power adapter. 6 Power Button Press the power button to power the device on or off. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 5
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    Ethernet). • If connecting to a DSL modem, 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 you will not be able to connect to the Internet. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 6
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    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 base transmits a signal even if the phone is not in use. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 7
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    on page 11. • D-Link Setup Wizard - This wizard will launch when you log into the router by using your PC for the first time. Refer to Setup Wizard on page 14. • Manual Setup - Log in to the router to manually configure your router. Refer to Configuration on page 21. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 8
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    also scan the QR code on the right, which will take you to the respective D-Link Wi-Fi app store page. Step 2 Launch the D-Link Wi-Fi app from the home screen of your device. Step 3 Tap on the Install New Device button at the middle of the screen. D-Link Wi-Fi D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 9
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    select DIR-1260 from the list of available devices. Tap Next to continue. Step 6 You will now be guided through a step-by-step process for setting up your router. Simply follow the on-screen instructions to continue the installation and the configuration process. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 10
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    Section 2 - Installation Hardware Setup Step 1 Position your DIR-1260 near your Internet-connected modem. Place it in an open area for better wireless coverage. WPS RESET 4 labelled INTERNET on the router. WPS RESET 4 3 LAN 2 1 INTERNET - •+ 12V POWER DC IN D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 11
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    from a PC, connect to the Wi-Fi network printed on the label attached to the bottom of your router or in the Quick Installation Card. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual SSID: Password: WPS RESET 4 3 LAN 2 1 INTERNET - •+ 12V POWER DC IN Modem 12
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    - •+ 12V POWER DC IN Step 7 If you are connecting to a broadband service that uses a dynamic connection (not PPPoE), you may be online already. Try opening a web browser and connecting to a website. If the website does not load, proceed to Setup Wizard on page 14. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 13
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    logging in to the page and no connection has been established, then log in with the password shown on the device label or Quick Install Guide. Agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy before proceeding. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 14
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    Section 2 - Installation Follow the on-screen instructions to configure your new D-Link router and connect to the Internet. Click Next to continue. Please wait while your router detects your Internet connection type. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 15
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    will be displayed. Select your Internet connection type (this information can be obtained from your Internet Service Provider). Click Next to continue. If the router detected or you selected PPPoE, enter your is no longer needed and will not work through a router. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 16
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    , either 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz. To disable the Smart Connect feature and individually configure 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz networks, refer to Wireless (Wi-Fi) on page 56. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 17
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    want to use the router's web configuration utility. Click Next to continue. Select your time zone from the drop-down menu. Click Next to continue. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 18
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    yourself. Click Next to continue. You will be presented with a summary of your settings. Click Next to finalize the settings or Back to make changes. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 19
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    to close the Setup Wizard. Congratulations, your device has been successfully configured! You can log in to the configuration utility by inputting the Admin Password. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 20
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    during the wizard. Otherwise, log in with the password shown on the device label or Quick Install Guide.. Click Log In to proceed. Note: If you cannot remember your password and cannot log in, use The system will automatically log out after a period of inactivity. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 21
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    . If it is disconnected, click Click to repair to bring up the setup wizard, refer to the Setup Wizard on page 14 for more information. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 22
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    Section 3 - Configuration If it is paused, click Resume Internet Access to resume Internet access. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 23
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    the Internet. If you do this and wish to reconnect, click Renew. To reconfigure the Internet settings, refer to Internet (WAN) - IPv4 on page 29. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 24
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    Section 3 - Configuration DIR-1260 Click on the DIR-1260 icon to view details about the router and its wireless settings. Here you can see the router's current and then Wireless on the menu that appears. Refer to Wireless (Wi-Fi) on page 56 for more information. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 25
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    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. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 26
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    the client is allowed to access the network. Refer to Time & Schedule - Schedule on page 83 for more information. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 27
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    the first time. Refer to Setup Wizard on page 14 for details. Note: When the Wizard is opened, the router will disconnect from the internet. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 28
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    the IPv6 Internet and network connection details, click the IPv6 link. Refer to Internet - IPv6 on page 39 To configure the VLAN connection details, click the VLAN link. Refer to Internet - VLAN on page 54 Click Save to page 36 For IPv4 - DS-Lite refer to page 38 D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 29
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    Dynamic IP (DHCP) Select Dynamic IP (DHCP) to obtain IP address information automatically from your Internet Service Provider (ISP). Select this option if your ISP does not specify an IP address to use. port's MAC address with the MAC address of a connected client. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 30
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    IPv4 - Static IP Select Static IP if your IP information is provided by your Internet Service Provider (ISP). Click Save at any time to save the changes you have made on this replace the Internet port's MAC address with the MAC address of a connected client. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 31
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    ISP. Enter the password provided by your ISP. Select either Always on, On Demand, or Manual. Configurable when On Demand is selected. Enter a maximum idle time during which the Internet connection gateway, and DNS server addresses. In most cases, select Dynamic IP. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 32
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    your chosen address mode. IP Address Enter the IP address provided by your ISP. Service Name Enter the ISP service name (optional). Primary DNS Server Enter the primary DNS server IP address assigned port's MAC address with the MAC address of a connected client. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 33
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    3 - Configuration IPv4 - PPTP Choose PPTP (Point-to-Point-Tunneling Protocol) if your Internet Service Provider (ISP) uses a PPTP connection. Your ISP will provide you with a username and mask, gateway, and DNS server addresses. In most cases, select Dynamic IP. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 34
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    DNS server IP address assigned by your ISP. MTU Maximum Transmission Unit - you may need to change the MTU for optimal performance with your ISP. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 35
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    3 - Configuration IPv4 - L2TP Choose L2TP (Layer 2 Tunneling Protocol) if your Internet Service Provider (ISP) uses a L2TP connection. Your ISP will provide you with a username and subnet mask, gateway, and DNS server addresses. In most cases, select Dynamic IP. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 36
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    DNS server IP address assigned by your ISP. MTU Maximum Transmission Unit - you may need to change the MTU for optimal performance with your ISP. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 37
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    , the IPv6 WAN default gateway address will Gateway be displayed here. Advanced Settings... - Manual Configuration Option AFTR IPv6 Address Enter the AFTR IPv6 address used here. B4 IPv4 Address Enter IPv6 WAN default gateway address will Gateway be displayed here. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 38
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    to see the Internet configuration options for the IPv4 connection details, then click the IPv6 link to access the configuration options for the IPv6 connection details. To configure the IPv4 Internet and page 51 For IPv6 - Local Connectivity Only refer to page 53 D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 39
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    the router's LAN link-local address. Address If Enable DHCP-PD is disabled, these additional parameters are available for configuration: LAN IPv6 Address Enter a valid LAN IPv6 address. LAN IPv6 Link-Local Displays the router's LAN link-local address. Address D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 40
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    IPv6 address for the DHCP server's IPv6 Range (Start) assignment. IPv6 Address Enter the ending IPv6 address for the DHCP server's IPv6 Range (End) assignment. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 41
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    Internet Service Provider (ISP). Click Save at any time to save the changes you have made on this page. Use Link-Local Address Link-Local Address LAN IPv6 Address Settings Enter the LAN (local) IPv6 address for the router. Displays the router's LAN link-local address. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual
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    . IPv6 Address Enter the ending IPv6 address for the DHCP server's IPv6 Range (End) assignment. IPv6 Address Lifetime Enter the IPv6 address lifetime (in minutes). D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 43
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    the router's LAN link-local address. Address If Enable DHCP-PD is disabled, these additional parameters are available for configuration: LAN IPv6 Address Enter a valid LAN IPv6 address. LAN IPv6 Link-Local Displays the router's LAN link-local address. Address D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 44
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    IPv6 address for the DHCP server's IPv6 Range (Start) assignment. IPv6 Address Enter the ending IPv6 address for the DHCP server's IPv6 Range (End) assignment. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 45
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    . IPv6 Address Enter the ending IPv6 address for the DHCP server's IPv6 Range (End) assignment. IPv6 Address Lifetime Enter the IPv6 address lifetime (in minutes). D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 46
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    or Static IP. Configurable if Static IP is chosen. Enter the IP address provided by your ISP. Enter the ISP service name (optional). Select either Always On or Manual. Maximum Transmission Unit - you may need to change the MTU for optimal performance with your ISP. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 47
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    the router's LAN link-local address. Address If Enable DHCP-PD is disabled, these additional parameters are available for configuration: LAN IPv6 Address Enter a valid LAN IPv6 address. LAN IPv6 Link-Local Displays the router's LAN link-local address. Address D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 48
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    IPv6 address for the DHCP server's IPv6 Range (Start) assignment. IPv6 Address Enter the ending IPv6 address for the DHCP server's IPv6 Range (End) assignment. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 49
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    . IPv6 Address Enter the ending IPv6 address for the DHCP server's IPv6 Range (End) assignment. IPv6 Address Lifetime Enter the IPv6 address lifetime (in minutes). D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 50
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    . WAN IPv4 Address Displays the router's IPv4 address. 6rd Border Relay IPv4 Enter the 6rd border relay IPv4 address settings supplied by Address your ISP. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 51
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    IPv6 Address Settings Displays the router's LAN IPv6 Address link-local address. Displays the router's LAN link-local address. Advanced Settings... - Address Autoconfiguration Settings ) assignment. IPv6 Address Lifetime Enter the IPv6 address lifetime (in minutes). D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 52
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    own ULA prefix. Advanced Settings... - Current IPv6 ULA Settings Current ULA Prefix Displays the current ULA prefix. LAN IPv6 ULA Displays the LAN's IPv6 ULA. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 53
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    , click the IPv6 link. Refer to Internet - IPv6 on page 39 Click Save at any time to save the changes you have made on this page. Status Click to enable or disable the Triple-Play VLAN feature. More configuration options will be available if the Status is enabled. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 54
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    for your Internet connection, as provided by your ISP. IPTV VLAN ID Enter the VLAN ID for your IPTV service, as provided by your ISP. VOIP VLAN ID Enter the VLAN ID for your VoIP network, as provided IP) coming from the WAN connection to each interface on the router. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 55
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    the bar at the top of the page, click Wireless to see your wireless network settings for your DIR-1260. Click Save at any time to save the changes you have made on this page. Status Smart Connect Refer to Time & Schedule - Schedule on page 83 for more information. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 56
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    to 32 characters. Password Create a password to use for wireless security. Wireless clients will need to enter this password to successfully connect to the network. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 57
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    to Always Enable, or you can create your own schedules in the Schedules section. Refer to Time & Schedule - Schedule on page 83 for more information. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 58
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    Section 3 - Configuration Wi-Fi Protected Setup The easiest way to connect your wireless devices to the router is with Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS). WPS-PBC Status Enable or disable WPS-PBC (Push Button Configuration) functionality. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 59
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    the top of the page, click Wireless to see your wireless network settings for your DIR-1260. Then click the link to Guest Zone to configure your guest zone settings. The Guest Zone feature will allow , preventing guests from accessing other local network devices. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 60
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    more information. Internet Access Only Home Network Access Enabling this option will confine connectivity to the Internet, preventing guests from accessing other local network devices. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 61
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    any time to save the changes you have made on this page. LAN IP Address Subnet Mask Management Link Local Domain Name Enable DNS Relay Network Settings Enter the IP address of the router. The default If enabled, your computers will use the router for a DNS server. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 62
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    Internet. This is enabled by default. Enable to allow IPv6 multicast traffic to pass through the router from the Internet. This is enabled by default. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 63
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    top of the page, click D-Link Cloud to see your D-Link Cloud Service details. This page lists whether you are registered with D-Link Cloud Service and email address associated with the account. Use the D-Link Wi-Fi app to find out more about D-Link Cloud's features. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 64
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    the schedule.. Schedule Set a time period for the device to be allowed Internet access. Set a time period for the device to be denied Internet access. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 65
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    that you wish to deny access to. Device Click the Add Device button to select the devices that you wish to add to the schedule D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 66
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    plan in order to adjust the QoS engine. Set the upload speed based on your ISP subscription plan in order to adjust the QoS engine. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 67
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    Section 3 - Configuration This Quality of Service (QoS) Engine will allow you to prioritize particular clients over others, so that those clients receive higher bandwidth. return it to the All Devices list, click the cross icon in the top right of the device card. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 68
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    malicious attacks over the Internet. To configure the IPv4 firewall rules, click the IPv4 Rules link. Refer to Firewall Settings - IPv4/IPv6 Rules on page 71 To configure the IPv6 firewall or disable IPv6 simple security. Enable or disable IPv6 ingress filtering. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 69
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    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 devices. If you are having trouble making VoIP calls, try turning this ALG off. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 70
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    page, click Firewall to configure the router's firewall settings, then click the IPv4 Rules link or the IPv6 Rules link to configure what kind of traffic is allowed to pass through the network. To configure you wish to create a new rule, click the Add Rule button. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 71
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    to Always Enable, or you can create your own schedules in the Schedules section. Refer to Time & Schedule - Schedule on page 83 for more information. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 72
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    certain applications to connect through the router. To configure the Virtual Server settings, click the Virtual Server link. Refer to Port Forwarding - Virtual Server on page 75 Click Save at any time to save the wish to create a new rule, click the Add Rule button. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 73
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    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 to Time & Schedule - Schedule on page 83 for more information. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 74
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    menu on the bar at the top of the page, click Port Forwarding then click the Virtual Server link to configure its settings and specify a single public port on your router for redirection to an internal LAN If you wish to create a new rule, click the Add Rule button. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 75
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    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 traffic & Schedule - Schedule on page 83 for more information. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 76
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    controlling how data traffic is moved around your network. To configure the Static Route IPv6 settings, click the IPv6 link. Refer to Static Route - IPv6 on page 78 Click Save at any time to save the changes you to transit out of the router when this route is used. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 77
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    then click IPv6 to configure the IPv6 Static Routes. To configure the Static Route IPv4 settings, click the IPv4 link. Refer to Static Route - IPv4 on page 77 Click Save at any time to save the changes you use to transit out of the router when this route is used. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 78
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    ].com with the regularly changing IP address assigned by your Internet Service provider. This feature is helpful when running a virtual server. service provider. Enter your dynamic DNS username. Enter your dynamic DNS password. Enter a time out time (in hours). D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 79
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    create a new record, click the Add Record button. Host Name IPv6 Address Enter the host name that you registered with your dynamic DNS service provider. Enter the IPv6 address of the dynamic DNS server. Alternatively, select the server device in the drop-down menu. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 80
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    protocol type: MSCHAPv2, PAP, or CHAP. MSCHAPv2 is the default. Select the encryption cipher strength: None, RC4-40, or RC4128.RC4-128 is the default. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 81
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    . Displays the current date and time of the router. Automatic Time Configuration NTP Server Select from the drop-down menu to either use the D-Link NTP Server to synchronize the time and date for your router, or choose Manual to set the NTP server's IP address. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 82
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    top of the page, click Time & Schedule to access the Time page, then click the Schedule link. The Schedule page allows you to control some of the router functions through a pre-configured schedule. To configure , click on the cross icon. Click Apply when you are done. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 83
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    for the Syslog server. If the Syslog server is connected to the router, select it from the drop-down menu to automatically populate the field. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 84
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    to Always Enable, or you can create your own schedules in the Schedules section. Refer to Time & Schedule - Schedule on page 83 for more information. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 85
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    This page will allow you to change the administrator password. To configure the System settings, click the System link. Refer to System Admin - System on page 87 Click Save at any time to save the changes you Control Status LED Turn the LED status lights on or off. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 86
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    router to its factory default settings, or reboot the router. To configure the Admin settings, click the Admin link. Refer to System Admin - Admin on page 86 Click Save at any time to save the changes you the day you wish to have the router automatically reboot at. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 87
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    or manually. To manually upgrade the firmware, you must first download the relevant file from http://support.dlink. manually, first download the firmware file you wish to upgrade to. Next, click the Select File button and browse to the file to install the new firmware. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual
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    . To clear the information on the graph, click Clear near the top of the page. The traffic counter will reset if the device is rebooted. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 89
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    guest zone without having to go into the UI, rebooting the router and checking your router for firmware upgrades. In order to use third party services to control and manage your device, please register your device with D-Link Cloud Service. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 90
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    need to register your device with D-Link Cloud Service. Follow the steps below if you do not have a D-Link Cloud Service account. Step 1 Launch the D-Link Wi-Fi app. Step 2 Tap the settings gear icon on the top right corner of the screen. D-Link Wi-Fi DIR-1260 D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 91
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    Section 4 - Third Party Services Step 3 Tap the Cloud Service icon. Step 4 Tap the Register button. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 92
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    Section 4 - Third Party Services Step 5 In this menu, you can sign up for a D-Link account using Facebook, Google or an Email address. If you already have a D-Link account, you can tap the Log In link at the bottom of the screen to be redirected to the login page. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 93
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    will need the Amazon Alexa app, an Amazon account, an Amazon Alexa device and a D-Link Cloud Service account to use this feature. Note: The screenshots may be different depending on your mobile device icon on the top left-hand corner of the home screen. Amazon Alexa D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 94
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    Section 4 - Third Party Services Step 3 Tap on Skills & Games. Step 4 Search for "D-Link Wi-Fi". Tap on the search result. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 95
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    Section 4 - Third Party Services Step 5 Tap Enable to link the skill. Step 6 Sign in using your D-Link account details. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 96
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    ! D-Link Wi-Fi has been successfully linked as a skill for your Amazon device. Close the window by tapping Done on the top left corner of the screen. Refer to Amazon Alexa Voice Commands on page 98 for tasks that you can ask your Amazon Alexa to perform. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 97
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    "Alexa, ask D-Link Wi-Fi to enable my guest zone." "Alexa, ask D-Link Wi-Fi to disable my guest zone." "Alexa, ask D-Link Wi-Fi what are my guest network credentials." "Alexa, ask D-Link Wi-Fi to reboot the router." "Alexa, ask D-Link Wi-Fi to upgrade my router." D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 98
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    Setup You will need the Google Assistant app, a Google account and a D-Link Cloud Service account to use this feature. Note: The screenshots may be different depending on Google Assistant app. Step 2 Tell your Google Assistant to "Talk to D-Link Wi-Fi." Assistant D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 99
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    Section 4 - Third Party Services Step 3 Tap Yes. Step 4 Sign in using your D-Link account details. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 100
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    Party Services Step 5 Tap Allow to continue setup.. Step 6 Congratulations! D-Link Wi-Fi has been successfully linked to your Google Assistant. Refer to The Google Assistant Voice Commands on page 102 for tasks that you can ask your Google Assistant to perform. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 101
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    enable my guest zone." "OK Google, talk to D-Link Wi-Fi to disable my guest zone." "OK Google, talk to D-Link Wi-Fi to tell me my guest zone credentials." "OK Google, talk to D-Link Wi-Fi to reboot the router." "OK Google, talk to D-Link Wi-Fi to upgrade my router." D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 102
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    card numbers. When traveling, Quick VPN lets you watch sports and use video streaming services without experiencing blackouts or filtering. You can surf the whole Internet unfiltered and unblocked, Your Network with Quick VPN Server D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual Unencrypted Data Encrypted Data 103
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    supports up to five concurrent VPN client sessions using the same login and password are supported networks. If you have trouble using Quick VPN on some Link DDNS, to eliminate the need to reconfigure client devices in the event your ISP assigns you a new WAN IP address. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual
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    This section provides Quick VPN setup instructions for iOS devices. Refer to Quick VPN on page 81 for your router setup instructions. Go into Settings on your compatible iOS device. Scroll to and tap General. Scroll to and tap VPN. Tap Add VPN Configuration... D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 105
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    the top right corner of the page to finish adding the configuration. Your iOS device is now configured to connect to your Quick VPN server. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 106
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    icon will appear in the notification area at the top of your screen indicating that your device is currently connected to the Quick VPN server. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 107
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    the Export Profile function. Refer to Quick VPN on page 81 for your router setup instructions. Open the exported profile. The Install Profile dialogue will appear; click Continue and Network and select the Quick VPN connection and click Authentication Settings. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 108
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    Section 5 - Quick VPN Enter your Passkey in the Shared Secret text box and click OK, Apply, then OK. Your Mac is now configured to connect to your Quick VPN server. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 109
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    Section 5 - Quick VPN Connect or Disconnect To connect to or disconnect from your Quick VPN server, go to > System Preferences... > Network. Select the Quick VPN connection and click on the Connect or Disconnect button. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 110
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    for Windows 7. Refer to Quick VPN on page 81 for your router setup instructions. Click the Start button and type vpn into the Search programs and files box. Select Set up Name, check Don't Connect now; just set it up so I can connect later, and click Next. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 111
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    Connect Now. Click Close. Click the Start button and type view network connections into the Search programs and files text box. Select View network connections. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 112
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    close Advanced Properties and click OK to close Quick VPN Connection Properties. Your Windows 7 system is now configured to connect to your Quick VPN server. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 113
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    the Windows taskbar and from the Dial Up and VPN section click on your Quick VPN connection and click on the Connect or Disconnect button. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 114
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    Quick VPN on page 81 for your router setup instructions. This section provides Quick VPN setup instructions for Windows 8.1/8. Click the Start button and type vpn. Select Manage virtual private networks. From the Network Settings page, click Add a VPN Connection. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 115
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    . 5 If you would like windows to remember your sign-in information, enter your User name, Password, and select Remember my sign-in info 6 Choose Save. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 116
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    Section 5 - Quick VPN Right-click on the Quick VPN Connection you just created and left-click on Properties. Select the Security tab. For the Type of VPN, select Layer 2 Tunneling with IPsec (L2TP/IPSec). D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 117
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    -click your Quick VPN Connection and left-click Properties. Select the Security tab. For the Type of VPN, select Layer 2 Tunneling with IPsec (L2TP/IPSec). D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 118
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    to close Advanced Properties and click OK to close Quick VPN Properties. Your Windows 8.1/8 system is now configured to connect to your Quick VPN server. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 119
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    Network Settings icon in the notification area of the Windows taskbar. Click on your Quick VPN connection and click on the Connect or Disconnect button. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 120
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    setup instructions for Windows 7. Refer to Quick VPN on page 81 for your router setup instructions. This section provides Quick VPN setup instructions for Windows 10. Click Start > Settings > Network & Internet > Network and Sharing Center > VPN > Add a VPN Connection. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual
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    name, Password, and select Remember my sign-in info 7 Choose Save. Your Windows 10 system is now configured to connect to your Quick VPN server. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 122
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    of the Windows taskbar and click on your Quick VPN connection. The Network & Internet Settings page will open. Click on the Connect or Disconnect button. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 123
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    Android VPN Setup Instructions This section provides Quick VPN setup instructions for Android devices. Your device's screens may vary. Refer to Quick VPN on page 81 for your router setup instructions. Go to Settings > More from the Wireless & networks > VPN > + D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 124
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    server. 4 Enter your Passkey in IPSec pre-shared key field. 5 Choose Save. Your Android device is now configured to connect to your Quick VPN server. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 125
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    Section 5 - Quick VPN Connect or Disconnect To connect to or disconnect from your Quick VPN server, go to Settings > More from the Wireless & networks > VPN and select the Quick VPN connection you created. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 126
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    Section 5 - Quick VPN To connect, enter your Username and Password and select CONNECT. To disconnect, select DISCONNECT. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 127
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    software utility with WPS) that you can press to connect to the 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 and your wireless connection will be secure with WPA2. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 128
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    box and click Next to connect to the network. Your computer will now automatically connect to this wireless network when it is detected. Wireless Icon D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 129
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    ) to connect to the router, you can also press the WPS button on your router at this point to enable the WPS function. dlink dlink D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 130
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    Section 6 - Connect a Wireless Client to your Router When you have established a successful connection with a wireless network, the word Connected will appear next to the name of the network to which you are connected. dlink D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 131
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    cannot access the Internet, check your TCP/IP settings for your wireless adapter. Refer to Networking Basics on page 141 for more information. Wireless Icon D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 132
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    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. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 133
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    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting This chapter provides solutions to problems that can occur during the installation and operation of the router. Read the following descriptions if you are having problems. for more information on disabling or configuring it. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 134
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    Section 7 - Troubleshooting • Configure your Internet settings: • Go to Start > Settings > Control Panel. Double-click the Internet Options Icon. From the to access the router. The default IP address is 192.168.0.1. When logging in, leave the password box empty. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 135
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    . Why D-Link Wireless? D-Link is the worldwide leader and award winning designer, developer, and manufacturer of networking products. D-Link delivers the performance you need at a price you can afford. D-Link has all the products you need to build your network. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 136
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    batteries. Who uses wireless? Wireless technology as become so popular in recent years that almost everyone is using it, whether it's for home, office, business, D-Link has a wireless solution for it. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 137
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    to attract people. The wireless connection in public places is usually called "hotspots". Using a D-Link USB adapter with your laptop, you can access the hotspot to connect to the Internet from tips to help you through the process of setting up a wireless network. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 138
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    connect to your wireless network. Secure your wireless network by turning on the WPA or WEP security feature on the router. Refer to the product manual for detail information on how to set it up. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 139
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    . An Ad-hoc network contains only clients, such as laptops with wireless USB adapters. All the adapters must be in Ad-hoc mode to communicate. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 140
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    C - Networking Basics Networking Basics Check your IP address After you install your new D-Link adapter, by default, the TCP/IP settings should be set to obtain an IP router. Some firewall software programs may block a DHCP request on newly installed adapters. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 141
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    router (192.168.0.1). The Secondary DNS is not needed or you may enter a DNS server from your ISP. 5. Click OK twice to save your settings. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 142
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    Extensible Authentication Protocol (EAP). EAP is built on a more secure public key encryption system to ensure that only authorized network users can access the network. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 143
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    affect wireless signal range. 2 Frequency Range varies depending on country's regulation. 3 The router does not include 5.25-5.35 GHz & 5.47-5.725 GHz in some regions. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 144
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    radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that WiFi product marketed in US must fixed to US operation channels only. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 145
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    rayonnements ISED établies pour un environnement non contrôlé. Cet équipement doit être installé et utilisé à plus de 24 cm entre le radiateur et votre corps. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 146
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    shall be clearly indicated. Avertissement: Le guide d'utilisation des dispositifs pour réseaux locaux doit inclure des instructions précises sur les restrictions susmentionnées au masque d'élévation, énoncée à la section 6.2.2.3, doivent être clairement indiqués D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual 147
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Version 1.00(WW) | 2020/09/14
DIR-1260
User Manual
AC1200 Wi-Fi Gigabit Router