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  • D-Link DIR-869 | User Manual - Page 1
    Version 1.01 | 2016/05/03 User Manual AC1750 Wi-Fi Router DIR-869
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    and other countries. App StoreSM is a service mark of Apple Inc. Chrome™ browser, 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. Network Standby: 3.44 watts Switched Off: 0.1 watt D-Link DIR-869 User Manual
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    Setup 15 Hardware Setup 16 Router Mode 16 Extender - Access Point Mode 19 Getting Started 21 Router Mode 21 QRS Mobile App 22 Setup Wizard 27 Access Point - Extender Mode 31 Setup Wizard 32 Configuration - Router Mode 35 Home 36 Internet 36 DIR-869 37 Connected Clients 38 Settings
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    WPA/WPA2 117 Troubleshooting 119 Wireless Basics 123 What is Wireless 124 Tips 126 Wireless Modes 127 Networking Basics 128 Check your IP address 128 Statically Assign an IP address 129 Wireless Security 130 What is WPA 130 Technical Specifications 131 D-Link DIR-869 User Manual iii
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    Section 1 - Product Overview PProacdkuacgteOCvoentrevnietsw DIR-869 AC1750 Wi-Fi Router Ethernet Cable Wi-Fi Configuration Note WI-FI with a different voltage rating than the one included with the DIR-869 will cause damage and void the warranty for this product. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 1
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    7 or higher • Chrome 25 or higher Windows® Users: Make sure you have the latest version of Java installed. Visit www.java.com to download the latest version. QRS Mobile Requirements • iPhone®/iPad®/iPod Touch® (iOS 7.0 or higher) • Android™ device (2.3.3 or higher) D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 2
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    Introduction The D-Link DIR-869 AC1750 Wi-Fi Router shares your DIR-869's extender mode prepares your home to become a Connected Home by allowing you to install more wireless surveillance cameras, baby monitors, sensors, and alarms in the places where you need them. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual
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    traffic such as a file downloads, ensuring you have optimal network performance. The DIR-869 supports the latest wireless security features Extender Mode Access Point functionality available at launch, additional functionality available via firmware update in Q3 2016. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual
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    , and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. Environmental conditions will adversely affect wireless signal range. 2 Extender Mode Access Point functionality available at launch, additional functionality available via firmware update in Q3 2016. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 5
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    and healthy. A solid orange light indicates that the device is booting or undergoing a factory reset. A blinking orange light indicates that the device is in recovery mode. A blinking white light indicates that WPS client search mode is active. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 6
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    the desired position and 7 Mode Switch after 5 seconds the router will reboot into the desired mode. Router is the default mode. Note: Extender Mode Access Point functionality available at launch, additional functionality available via firmware update in Q3 2016. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 7
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    your installation. If the mode switch is adjusted while powered on, the DIR-869 will reboot into the new mode after five seconds. Note: Extender Mode Access Point functionality available at launch, additional functionality available via firmware update in Q3 2016. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 8
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    Section 1 - Product Overview Router Mode In Router Mode, the DIR-869 AC1750 Wi-Fi Router operates as the central device of your network. This is the most common type of installation and is the factory default mode switch setting suitable for most users. The DIR-869 connects to your cable modem, DSL
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    Using Wi-Fi (Extender Mode) Wired and Wireless Devices DIR-869 Extender Mode Existing Broadband Internet Router Connection Device (e.g. DSL/Cable Modem) Note: Extend Your Wireless Network using Wi-Fi (Extender Mode) available via firmware update in Q2 2016. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 10
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    best networking experience. Create a Wireless Network using Ethernet (Extender Mode) Wired and Wireless Devices DIR-869 Access Point Router Broadband Internet (Optional) Connection Device (e.g. DSL/Cable Modem) Use this mode for: • Extending your current network. • Bringing Wi-Fi to an area
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    , or DVRs. • Networking areas where cables can't reach. Place your DIR-869 near the area you wish to bring Wi-Fi to and connect via Wi-Fi to your uplink network. Note: Extend Your Wireless Network using Wi-Fi (Repeater Mode) available via firmware update in Q3 2016. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 12
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    , BroadJump, or EnterNet 300 from your computer or you will not be able to connect to the Internet. • If you are using this device to extend the range of your existing wireless network, you may need to use trial and error to determine an acceptable placement location. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 13
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    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- base transmits a signal even if the phone is not in use. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 14
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    Antenna Setup The DIR-869 is designed to give you the fastest, most stable network connection possible. In order to maximize performance, fully extend the antennas to provide optimal wireless coverage. Keep the router in an open area for better wireless coverage. 115° D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 15
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    minutes. Modem 2. Inspect the mode switch to ensure that it is in the factory default ROUTER position. Adjust the switch if necessary. DIR-869 3. Position your DIR-869 near your Internet-connected modem. Place it in an open area for better wireless coverage. DIR-869 D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 16
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    the router and a power outlet, press the power button, and wait approximately one minute until the LED indicator on the front of the device changes from orange to solid white. DIR-869 Modem Note: This unit is to be used with power supply model MU18A2120150-A1 or 2ABB018F US. D-Link DIR-869 User
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    Note DIR-869 Modem 8. 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 Getting Started on page 21. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 18
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    cable from your uplink network to the INTERNET port on the back of the DIR-869. DIR-869 Access Point Mode Existing Broadband Internet Router Connection Device (e.g. DSL/Cable Modem) Note: Extending network to desired your location via Ethernet may require the purchase of additional cable
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    Wireless Devices DIR-869 Access Point Mode Existing Broadband Internet Router Connection Device (e.g. DSL/Cable Modem) 8. No further configuration is necessary, but if you wish to adjust the default settings, proceed to Access Point - Extender Mode on page 31. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 20
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    , or iPod touch to configure your router. Refer to page 22. • D-Link Setup Wizard - This wizard will launch when you log into the router for the first time. Refer to page 27. • Manual Setup - Log into the router and manually configure your router. Refer to page 35. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 21
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    SSID) as listed on the supplied info card. Select and then enter your Wi-Fi password. Step 3 Once you connect to the router, launch the QRS Mobile app from the Home screen of your device. Note: The following to that of the screenshots, but the process is the same. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 22
  • D-Link DIR-869 | User Manual - Page 27
    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-869. Tap Next to automatically detect your Internet connection and proceed to the next step. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 23
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    proceed. Step 7 Enter the administrator password of your choice. Unlike the Wi-Fi password, this password is only required when you need to configure the router. See Configuration - Router Mode on page 35 for details of when this password is used. Tap Next to proceed. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 24
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    notifications whenever a new firmware update is available, check the Notify me when new firmware is available box and tap Next. Otherwise, just tap Next to proceed. Step 9 You will be presented with a summary of your chosen settings. Tap Save to complete the setup. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 25
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    Section 3 - Getting Started Congratulations, your device has been successfully configured! You can share this information by tapping Share By E-mail, or tap Finish to exit the app. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 26
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    and password. If the router does not detect a valid Internet connection, a list of connection types to choose from will be displayed. DIR-869 Select your Internet connection type (this information can be obtained from your Internet Service Provider) and click Next to continue. D-Link DIR-869 User
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    Make sure to remove your PPPoE software from your computer. The software DIR-869 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. DIR-869 D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 28
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    connect to your wireless network. Click Next to continue. DIR-869 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 configuration utility. Click Next to continue. DIR-869 D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 29
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    3 - Getting Started You will be presented with a summary of your settings. Click Next to finalize the settings or Back to make changes. DIR-869 At the end of the wizard, you will be presented with a final summary of your settings. Click Finish to close the wizard. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 30
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    • D-Link Setup Wizard - This wizard will launch when you log in for the first time if no Internet connection is detected. Refer to page 32. • Manual Setup - Log in and manually configure your device. Refer to Configuration - Extender Mode - Access Point on page 90. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 31
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    The MAC address is also printed on the label on the bottom of the device. The wizard is designed to guide you through a step-by-step process to configure your new D-Link router as an Access Point and connect to your network and the Internet. Click Next to continue. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 32
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    connect to your wireless network. Click Next to continue. DIR-869 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 configuration utility. Click Next to continue. DIR-869 D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 33
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    3 - Getting Started You will be presented with a summary of your settings. Click Next to finalize the settings or Back to make changes. DIR-869 At the end of the wizard, you will be presented with a final summary of your settings. Click Finish to close the wizard. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 34
  • D-Link DIR-869 | User Manual - Page 39
    of the device for longer than 10 seconds to restore the router to its default settings. The router's home page will open displaying its current connection status. The bar at the top of the page has quick access to Settings and Management DIR-869 functions. You may quickly jump back Home at any time
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    Section 4 - Configuration - Router Mode Home The Home page displays the current status of the router in the form of an interactive diagram. You can . If you do this and wish to reconnect, click Renew. DIR-869 To reconfigure the Internet settings, refer to page 39. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 36
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    Router Mode DIR-869 Click on the DIR-869 icon to view details about the router and its wireless settings. Here you can see the router's current Wi-Fi network name and password, as well as the router's MAC address, IPv4 address, and IPv6 address. DIR-869 to page 66. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 37
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    IP address of this client. Reserve IP: Enable to reserve this IP address for this client. IP Address Specify an IP address for the DIR-869's DHCP server to assign. (Reserved): Parental Control: Allow or Block access to the router. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual DIR-869 38
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    - Router Mode 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 To configure an IPv6 connection, click the IPv6 link. Refer to page 49. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 39
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    . MAC Address The default MAC address is set to the Internet port's physical interface Clone: 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. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 40
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    . MAC Address The default MAC address is set to the Internet port's physical interface Clone: 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. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 41
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    Internet Service Provider (ISP). 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. optimal performance with your ISP. The recommended setting is Auto. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 42
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    . MAC Address The default MAC address is set to the Internet port's physical interface Clone: 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. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 43
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    - Router Mode 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 password. PPTP optimal performance with your ISP. The recommended setting is Auto. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 44
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    Section 4 - Configuration - Router Mode Static IP PPTP IP Address: Enter the IP address provided by your ISP (Static IP only). PPTP Subnet Enter the Transmission Unit - you may need to change the MTU for optimal performance with your ISP. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 45
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    Configuration - Router Mode 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 password. L2TP Server performance with your ISP. The recommended setting is Auto. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 46
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    Section 4 - Configuration - Router Mode Static IP L2TP IP Address: Enter the IP address provided by your ISP (Static IP only). L2TP Subnet Enter the Transmission Unit - you may need to change the MTU for optimal performance with your ISP. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 47
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    IPv6 Address: Enter the B4 IPv4 address value used here. WAN IPv6 Once connected, the WAN IPv6 address will be displayed here. Address: IPv6 WAN Default Once connected, the IPv6 WAN default gateway address will be Gateway: displayed here. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 48
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    Section 4 - Configuration - Router Mode IPv6 To configure an IPv6 connection, click the IPv6 link. To return to the IPv4 settings, click IPv4. My Internet Choose your IPv6 connection type page 61. For 6rd refer to page 63. For Local Connectivity Only refer to page 65. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 49
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    Use the following DNS address above, enter the Server: secondary DNS server address. LAN IPv6 Address Settings LAN IPv6 Address: Displays the router's LAN IPv6 Address link-local address. LAN IPv6 Link- Displays the router's LAN link-local address. Local Address: D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 50
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    Router Mode Advanced Settings - Address Autoconfiguration Settings Enable Automatic Enable or disable the Automatic IPv6 Address Assignment feature. IPv6 Address Assignment: Enable Automatic Enable or disable DHCP-PD for other IPv6 routers Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 51
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    Enter the subnet prefix length supplied by your ISP. Length: LAN IPv6 Address Settings LAN IPv6 Address: Enter the LAN (local) IPv6 address for the router. LAN IPv6 Link- Displays the router's LAN link-local address. Local Address: D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 52
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    Section 4 - Configuration - Router Mode Advanced Settings - Address Autoconfiguration Settings Enable Automatic Enable or disable the Automatic IPv6 Address Assignment Enter the IPv6 address lifetime (in minutes). Advertisement Lifetime: Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 53
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    . Server: LAN IPv6 Address Settings Enable DHCP-PD: Enable or disable prefix delegation services. LAN IPv6 Address: If you disabled DHCP-PD, enter the LAN (local) IPv6 address for the router. LAN IPv6 Link- Displays the router's LAN link-local address. Local Address: D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 54
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    address for the DHCP server's IPv6 assignment. Range (End): IPv6 Enter the IPv6 address lifetime (in minutes). Advertisement Lifetime: Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 55
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    : 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. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 56
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    is only available if you selected Dynamic IP for address mode. LAN IPv6 Address: If DHCP-PD disabled or static address mode is selected, enter the LAN (local) IPv6 address for the router. LAN IPv6 Link- Displays the router's LAN link-local address. Local Address: D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 57
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    Section 4 - Configuration - Router Mode Advanced Settings - Address Autoconfiguration Settings Enable Automatic Enable or disable the Automatic IPv6 Address IPv6 Enter the IPv6 address lifetime (in minutes). Advertisement Lifetime: Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 58
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    Section 4 - Configuration - Router Mode IPv6 in IPv4 Tunnel The user can configure the IPv6 connection to run in IPv4 Tunnel mode. IPv6 over IPv4 tunnelling encapsulates IPv6 packets in IPv4 packets Server: Secondary DNS Enter the secondary DNS server address. Server: D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 59
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    Router Mode LAN IPv6 Address Settings Enable DHCP-PD: Enable or disable prefix delegation services. LAN IPv6 Address: If you disabled DHCP-PD, enter the LAN (local) IPv6 address for the router. LAN IPv6 Link- Displays the router's LAN link Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 60
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    Section 4 - Configuration - Router Mode 6to4 In this section the user can configure the IPv6 6 to 4 Address Settings LAN IPv6 Address: Enter the LAN (local) IPv6 address for the router. LAN IPv6 Link- Displays the router's LAN link-local address. Local Address: D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 61
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    Section 4 - Configuration - Router Mode Advanced Settings - Address Autoconfiguration Settings Enable Automatic Enable or disable the Automatic IPv6 Address Assignment Enter the IPv6 address lifetime (in minutes). Advertisement Lifetime: Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 62
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    . Server: 6rd Manual Configuration Enable Hub and Enable if you want to minimize the number of routes to the destination Spoke Mode: by using a router's LAN IPv6 Address link-local address. LAN IPv6 Link- Displays the router's LAN link-local address. Local Address: D-Link DIR-869 User Manual
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    Section 4 - Configuration - Router Mode Advanced Settings - Address Autoconfiguration Settings Enable Automatic Enable or disable the Automatic IPv6 Address Assignment Enter the IPv6 address lifetime (in minutes). Advertisement Lifetime: Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 64
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    4 - Configuration - Router Mode Local Connectivity Only Local Default ULA Prefix: ULA Prefix: Enter your own ULA prefix. Current IPv6 ULA Settings Current ULA Displays the current ULA prefix. Prefix: LAN IPv6 ULA: Displays the LAN's IPv6 ULA. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual
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    channel. The default is Auto (recommended). Transmission Select the desired wireless transmission power. Power: Channel Width Select Auto 20/40 if you are using both 802.11n and non-802.11n (2.4 GHz): devices, or select 20 MHz if you are not using any 802.11n devices. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 66
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    Section 4 - Configuration - Router Mode Channel Width Select Auto 20/ devices. HT20/40 Enable or disable HT20/40 Coexistence. Coexistence: Visibility Status: The default setting is Visible. Select Invisible if you do not want to broadcast the SSID of when you are done. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 67
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    Router Mode Password: Create a password to use for wireless security. Home Network Access Internet Access Enabling this option will confine connectivity to the Internet, Only: disallowing guests from accessing other local network devices. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual
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    - Router Mode Network This section will allow you to change the local network settings of the router and Network Settings LAN IP Address: Enter the IP address of the router.The default IP address is 192.168.0.1. If you change the IP address, router for a DNS server. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 69
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    and peripherals. IPv4 Multicast Enable to allow IPv4 multicast traffic to pass through the router from Stream: the Internet. IPv6 Multicast Enable to allow IPv6 multicast traffic to pass through the router from Stream: the Internet. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 70
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    Router Mode Features QoS Engine This section will allow you to prioritize particular clients over others, so that those clients receive higher bandwidth. For example, if one client is streaming a movie and another is downloading card. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 71
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    Section 4 - Configuration - Router Mode Firewall Settings The router's firewall protects your network from malicious attacks over the Internet. In the Enable or disable IPv6 simple security. Security: IPv6 Ingress Enable or disable IPv6 ingress filtering. Filtering: D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 72
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    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 off. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 73
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    Section 4 - Configuration - Router Mode IPv4/IPv6 Rules The IPv4/ whether you want to ALLOW or DENY the rules you create. You can also choose to turn filtering OFF. If you wish to remove a rule, click on its trash can icon in the Delete . Click Apply when you are done. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 74
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    Router Mode Port Forwarding Port forwarding allows you to specify a port or range of ports to open for specific devices on the network. This might be necessary for certain applications to connect through the router to allow the incoming service to. Alternatively, select Link DIR-869 User Manual 75
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    - Router Mode Virtual Server The virtual server allows you to specify a single public port on your router for 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: Link DIR-869 User Manual 76
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    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. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 77
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    Section 4 - Configuration - Router Mode Static Routes The Static Routes section allows you to define custom routes to 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. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 78
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    Section 4 - Configuration - Router Mode IPv6 To configure IPv6 rules, on the Static Routes page click IPv6. To return to . 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. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 79
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    Name: Enter your dynamic DNS username. Password: Enter your dynamic DNS password. Time Out: Enter a timeout time (in hours). Click Save when you are done. At the bottom of the page are the IPv6 host settings. To configure an IPv6 dynamic DNS host, refer to page 81. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 80
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    Section 4 - Configuration - Router Mode IPv6 Host The IPv6 host settings are found at the 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. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual
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    Configuration - Router Mode Management Time 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. To configure and manage your schedules, click Schedule and refer to page 83. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual
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    Section 4 - Configuration - Router Mode Schedule Some configuration rules can be set according to a pre-configured schedule. To create, edit, or delete schedules, day. To remove a time period from the schedule, click on the cross icon. Click Apply when you are done. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 83
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    router logs to a SysLog Server. Syslog Server: If Logging to the Syslog Server is Enabled: Syslog Server IP Enter the IP address for the Syslog server. If the Syslog server is Address: connected to the extender your SMTP server requires authentication. Authentication: D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 84
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    Router Mode Account Name: Enter your SMTP account name. Password: Enter your SMTP account name's password. E-mail Log When Full or On Schedule Send On If email notification is enabled, this option will set the router for more information. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 85
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    ./ in order to connect to the router. Enable Remote Remote management allows the DIR-869 to be configured from the Management: Internet by a web browser. A password is still required to access the web management interface. Remote Admin The port number used to access the DIR-869 is used in the URL
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    will be lost, including any rules that you have created. If you want to save the current router configuration settings, use the Save Settings To Local Hard Drive button above. Reboot The Click to reboot the router immediately. Device: Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 87
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    Section 4 - Configuration - Router Mode Upgrade This page will allow you to upgrade the router's firmware or language pack, either automatically or manually. To manually upgrade the firmware or language pack, you must first download the relevant file from http://support. dlink.com. In the Management
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    Section 4 - Configuration - Router Mode Statistics On the Statistics page you can view the amount of packets that pass through the router on the WAN, LAN, and wireless segments. In the Management menu Clear. The traffic counter will reset if the device is rebooted. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 89
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    or you may also connect by typing the IP address* of the DIR-869 in the address bar. * By default the DIR-869 in extender mode will use DHCP to obtain an IP address from your uplink network. If you are using multiple DIR-869s or D-Link devices, go to http:// dlinkrouterxxxx.local./ as shown on the
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    channel. The default is Auto (recommended). Transmission Select the desired wireless transmission power. Power: Channel Width Select Auto 20/40 if you are using both 802.11n and non-802.11n (2.4 GHz): devices, or select 20 MHz if you are not using any 802.11n devices. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 91
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    Section 5 - Configuration - Extender Mode - Access Point Channel Width devices. HT20/40 Enable or disable HT20/40 Coexistence. Coexistence: Visibility Status: The default setting is Visible. Select Invisible if you do not want to broadcast the SSID of you are done. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 92
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    - Extender Mode - Access Point Network This section will allow you to change the local network settings of the extender and options. Network Settings Management The default address to access the extender's configuration is Link: http://dlinkrouter.local./ Here, Link DIR-869 User Manual 93
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    pages. The Home page displays whether or not the extender is currently connected to the Internet. If it is disconnected, click the red X between the existing network and the DIR-869 to bring up the setup wizard, refer to page 32 for more information. DIR-869 D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 94
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    Extender's MAC address, IPv4 address, and subnet mask are displayed. To reconfigure the Network settings, refer to page 93. Your wireless network statuses, names, and passwords for both the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz networks are shown. To reconfigure the Wireless settings, refer to page 91. D-Link DIR-869
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    the pencil icon on the client you want to edit. 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: Displays the IP address of the device. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 96
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    Configuration - Extender Mode - Access Point 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. To configure and manage your schedules, click Schedule and refer to page 98. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual
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    Section 5 - Configuration - Extender Mode - Access Point Schedule Some configuration rules can be set according to a pre-configured schedule. To create, edit, or day. To remove a time period from the schedule, click on the cross icon. Click Apply when you are done. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 98
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    Section 5 - Configuration - Extender Mode - Access Point System Log The router keeps a running log of events. This log can be sent to a Syslog server, and Enter your SMTP server port. Enable Check this box if your SMTP server requires authentication. Authentication: D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 99
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    Extender Mode - Access Point Account Name: Enter your SMTP account name. Password: Enter your SMTP account name's password. E-mail Log When Full or On Schedule Send On If email notification is enabled, this option will set the router . Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 100
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    Section 5 - Configuration - Extender Mode - Access Point 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
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    - Extender Mode - Access Point System This page allows you to save the router's current configuration, load a previously saved configuration, 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
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    5 - Configuration - Extender Mode - Access Point Upgrade This page will allow you to upgrade the router's firmware or language pack, either automatically or manually. To manually upgrade the firmware or language pack, you must first download the relevant file from http://support. dlink.com. In the
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    button (or a software utility with WPS) that you can press to connect to the DIR-869 router. Please refer to your user manual for the wireless device you want to connect to make sure you understand how to enable and your wireless connection will be secure with WPA2. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 104
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    DIR-869 wirelessly for the first 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 configuration card, you can find the default on the SSID. Wireless Icon D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 105
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    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. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 106
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    recommended that you enable wireless security (WPA/WPA2) on your wireless router or access point before configuring your wireless adapter. If you are , you will need to know the security key (Wi-Fi password) being used. To join an existing network, locate the wireless Link DIR-869 User Manual 107
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    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. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual
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    WPA/WPA2 It is recommended that you enable wireless security (WPA/WPA2) on your wireless router or access point before configuring your wireless adapter. If you are joining an existing network, display any available wireless networks in your area. Wireless Icon D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 109
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    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. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 110
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    by pushing the WPS button on the router. 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. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 111
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    Network WPS The WPS feature of the DIR-869 can be configured using Windows® 7. Carry out the following steps to use Windows® 7 to configure the WPS feature: 1. Click the Start button and select Computer from the Start menu. 2. Click Network on the left side. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 112
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    Section 6 - Connecting to a Wireless Network 3. Double-click the DIR-869. DIR-869 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. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 113
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    Section 6 - Connecting to a Wireless Network 5. Type a name to identify the network. 6. To configure advanced settings, click the icon. Click Next to continue. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 114
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    The following window informs you that WPS on the DIR-869 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. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 115
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    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 to the Networking Basics section in this manual for more information. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 116
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    Network WPA/WPA2 It is recommended that you enable wireless security (WPA/WPA2) on your wireless router or access point before configuring your wireless adapter. If you are joining an existing network, -Fi name (SSID) you would like to connect to and click Connect. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 117
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    -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. D-Link DIR-869 User
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    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting This chapter provides solutions to problems that can occur during the installation and operation of the DIR-869. Read the following descriptions if you are having problems. software for more information on disabling or configuring it. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 119
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    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. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 120
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    Section 7 - Troubleshooting 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 syntax: ping [url] [-f] [-l] [MTU value] Example: ping yahoo.com -f -l 1472 D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 121
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    Click on Setup and then click Manual Configure. • To change the MTU, enter the number in the MTU field 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. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 122
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    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. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 123
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    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 campuses, airports, golf courses, and many other outdoor venues. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 124
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    in recent years that almost everyone is using it, whether it's for home, office, business, D-Link has a wireless solution for it. Home Uses/Benefits • Gives everyone at home broadband access • Surf printer with multiple computers • No need to dedicate office space D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 125
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    Place home appliances such as cordless telephones, microwaves, and televisions as far away as possible from the router/access point. This would significantly reduce any interference that the appliances might cause since they operate on same frequency. Security D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 126
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    an access point or wireless router. All the wireless devices, or clients, will connect to the wireless router or access point. 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-869 User Manual 127
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    the IP address, subnet mask, and the default gateway of your adapter. If the address is 0.0.0.0, check your adapter installation, security settings, and the settings on your router. Some firewall software programs may block a DHCP request on newly installed adapters. D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 128
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    the Default Gateway the same as the LAN IP address of your router (I.E. 192.168.0.1). Set Primary DNS the same as the LAN IP address of your router (192.168.0.1). The Secondary DNS is not needed or you may enter a DNS server from your ISP. Step 5 Click OK twice to save your settings. D-Link DIR-869
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    -specific MAC address, router or access point. WPA/WPA2 incorporates user authentication through the 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-869 User Manual
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    • FCC • IC • NCC Safety Certification • CSA • CCC • BSMI Dimensions & Weight • 221.52 x 160.15 x 60.36 mm (8.72 x 6.30 x 2.38 inches) • 432 g (15.24 ounces) D-Link DIR-869 User Manual 131
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Version 1.01 | 2016/05/03
User Manual
DIR-869
AC1750 Wi-Fi Router