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Version 1.01 | 11/17/2023 User Manual AX1800 Smart Router R18 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 2
of such revisions or changes. Hardware A1 Revision v1.01 Manual Revisions Date 2023/11/17 Removed Speed Test feature Description of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. App StoreSM is a service mark of Apple Inc. Chrome™ browser, Google Play™ and Android™ are trademarks - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 3
ErP Power Usage This device is an Energy Related Product (ErP) with High Network Availability (HiNA), and automatically switches to a powersaving Network Standby mode within 1 minute of no packets being transmitted. R18 Network Standby: 6.752W D-Link R18 User Manual ii - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 4
Port Forwarding 75 Port Forwarding - Virtual Server 77 Static Routes - IPv4 79 Static Routes - IPv6 80 Dynamic DNS 81 Quick VPN 83 D-Link R18 User Manual iii - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 5
93 Voice Control 98 Link D-Link Cloud Service to Other Services 99 Google Home Setup 99 Amazon Alexa Instructions 132 Connect or Disconnect 134 Connect a Wireless Client to your Router 135 WPS Button 135 Windows® 10 136 Windows® 8 - WPA/WPA2 137 Windows® 7- WPA/WPA2 139 Troubleshooting - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 6
Section 1 - Product Overview Product Overview Package Contents R18 AX1800 Smart Router Power Adapter (12V, 1A) Ethernet Cable ( RJ45, 1m) Quick Installation Guide If any of the above items are missing or damaged, please contact your local reseller. Note: Using a power supply with a different - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 7
or later • iOS® or Android™ device (Please refer to the description of the app's page to check whether your device is compatible.) D-Link R18 User Manual 2 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 8
Intelligent Quality of Service Features The Quality of Service (QoS) allows on your mobile device and follow the on-screen instructions to set up your device. You also have the setup wizard for basic configuration and advanced features. Support for industry-standard Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) lets - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 9
Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview LED Indicators 1 Power 2 Internet 3 Wireless (2.4 GHz) 4 Wireless (5 GHz) D-Link R18 User Manual Solid White Solid Orange Blinking Orange Orange/ White Blinking Alternately Solid White Solid Orange Blinking Orange Solid White Blinking White Solid - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 10
to start the WPS process and automatically create an encrypted connection to a WPS client. 5 Power Connector Connector for the supplied power adapter. D-Link R18 User Manual 5 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 11
on your usage requirements. Please contact your ISP or refer to the user manual for your modem/router device. • You can only use the Ethernet port 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 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 12
is as far away from your wireless devices as possible. The base transmits a signal even if the phone is not in use. D-Link R18 User Manual 7 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 13
- This wizard will launch when you log in to the router using your browser for the first time. Refer to Setup Wizard on page 13. • Manual Setup - Log in to the router to manually configure your router. Refer to Configuration on page 20 D-Link R18 User - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 14
your device. Step 3 Tap Install New Device. Scan the setup code on the device label on the bottom of the router. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup. D-Link R18 User Manual 9 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 15
to five minutes. Modem Modem Step 3 Use the Ethernet cable to connect your modem to the port labelled INTERNET on the router. D-Link R18 User Manual 10 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 16
(SSID), Wi-Fi password, and device password are printed on the device label on the bottom of the device. SSID: Password: Modem D-Link R18 User Manual 11 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 17
labelled 1 on the back of the router, and the other end into the Ethernet port on your computer. 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 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 18
Section 2 - Installation Setup Wizard The setup wizard is designed to guide you through a step-by-step process of configuring your new R18 for Internet connection. If this is your ://xxxx.devicesetup.net/ Agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy before proceeding. D-Link R18 User Manual 13 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 19
Section 2 - Installation Follow the on-screen instructions to configure your new D-Link router and connect to the Internet. Click Next to continue. R18 Connect the router and the modem with an Ethernet cable. R18 D-Link R18 User Manual 14 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 20
types will be displayed. Select your Internet connection type (this information can be obtained from your Internet Service Provider). R18 Click Next to continue. If the router detects or you select PPPoE, enter your no longer needed and will not work through a router. D-Link R18 User Manual R18 15 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 21
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 on page 54. D-Link R18 User Manual R18 16 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 22
the router's configuration page. Click Next to continue. Select your time zone from the drop-down menu. Click Next to continue. R18 D-Link R18 User Manual 17 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 23
to continue. You will be presented with a summary of your settings. Click Next to apply the settings or Back to make changes. D-Link R18 User Manual 18 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 24
Setup Wizard. Congratulations, your device has been successfully configured! You can log in to the web configuration interface with the Admin Password. D-Link R18 User Manual 19 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 25
to turn on AI-assisted functions to receive messages. Note: The system will automatically log out after a period (180 seconds) of inactivity. D-Link R18 User Manual 20 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 26
disconnected, click Click to repair to bring up the setup wizard, refer to the Setup Wizard on page 13 for more information. D-Link R18 User Manual 21 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 27
disconnect from the Internet. To reconnect, click Renew IP Address. To reconfigure the Internet settings, refer to Internet - IPv4 on page 27. D-Link R18 User Manual 22 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 28
, on the lower right, or click Settings > Wireless menu (in the left pane). Refer to Wireless on page 54 for more information. D-Link R18 User Manual 23 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 29
information about a client or edit a client's settings such as IP reservation and parental control, click on the client you want to edit. D-Link R18 User Manual 24 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 30
block access to unwanted websites. Refer to Features > Parental Control on page 66 for more information. Click Save when you are done. D-Link R18 User Manual 25 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 31
to Setup Wizard on page 13 for details. Note: When the Wizard is opened, the router will disconnect from the Internet. R18 D-Link R18 User Manual 26 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 32
For IPv4 - PPTP refer to page 32 For IPv4 - L2TP refer to page 34 For IPv4 - DS-Lite refer to page 36 D-Link R18 User Manual 27 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 33
IP (DHCP) to obtain IP address information automatically from your Internet Service Provider (ISP). Select this option if your ISP does not specify DNS with encryption via DNSover-HTTPS (DoH). Select the public DNS service provider: Google or Cloudflare. Use your primary or secondary DNS server as - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 34
Static IP if your IP information is provided by your Internet Service Provider (ISP). Click Save at any time to save the with encryption via DNSover-HTTPS (DoH). Select the DNS-over-HTTPS (DoH) service provider: Google or Cloudflare. Use your primary or secondary DNS server as an alternative - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 35
provided by your ISP. Select either Always on, On Demand, or Manual. Configurable when On Demand is selected. Enter a maximum idle time during - Dynamic IP Address Mode Shows your chosen address mode. Service Name Enter the ISP service name (optional) Primary DNS Server Enter the primary DNS server - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 36
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 (DoH). DNS over HTTP Provider Select the DNS-over-HTTPS (DoH) service provider: Google or Cloudflare. Allow Fall-back Use your primary or secondary - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 37
PPTP Choose PPTP (Point-to-Point-Tunneling Protocol) if your Internet Service Provider (ISP) uses a PPTP connection. Your ISP will provide Enter the password provided by your ISP. Select Always on, On Demand, or Manual. Configurable when On Demand is selected. Enter a maximum idle time during which - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 38
HTTP Provider Allow Fall-back Enable this option to use public DNS with encryption via DNSover-HTTPS (DoH). Select the DNS-over-HTTPS (DoH) service provider: Google or Cloudflare. Use your primary or secondary DNS server as an alternative if the configured provider is not working. D-Link R18 User - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 39
- L2TP Choose L2TP (Layer 2 Tunneling Protocol) if your Internet Service Provider (ISP) uses an L2TP connection. Your ISP will provide Enter the password provided by your ISP. Select Always on, On Demand, or Manual. Configurable when On Demand is selected. Enter a maximum idle time during which the - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 40
HTTP Provider Allow Fall-back Enable this option to use public DNS with encryption via DNSover-HTTPS (DoH). Select the DNS-over-HTTPS (DoH) service provider: Google or Cloudflare. Use your primary or secondary DNS server as an alternative if the configured provider is not working. D-Link R18 User - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 41
gateway address will be displayed here. Advanced Settings... - Manual Configuration Option AFTR IPv6 Address Enter the Address FamilyTransition Router via DNSover-HTTPS (DoH). Select the DNS-over-HTTPS (DoH) service provider: Google or Cloudflare. Use your primary or secondary DNS server - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 42
IPv6 - PPPoE refer to page 45 For IPv6 - 6rd refer to page 49 For IPv6 - Local Connectivity Only refer to page 51 D-Link R18 User Manual 37 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 43
- Configuration IPv6 - Auto Detection Select Auto Detection to automatically detect the IPv6 connection method used by your Internet Service Provider (ISP). If Auto Detection fails, you can manually select another IPv6 connection type. Click Save at any time to save the changes you have made on this - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 44
Enter the end IPv6 address for the DHCP server's IPv6 assignment. Enter the dynamic IP's retention time. The default is 10080 minutes. D-Link R18 User Manual 39 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 45
Configuration IPv6 - Static IPv6 Select Static IP if your IPv6 information is provided by your Internet Service Provider (ISP). Click Save at any time to save the changes you have made on this page IPv6 address for the router. Displays the router's LAN link-local address. D-Link R18 User Manual 40 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 46
for the DHCP server's IPv6 Range (End) assignment. IPv6 Address Lifetime Enter the dynamic IP's retention time. The default is 10080 minutes. D-Link R18 User Manual 41 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 47
Enter a valid LAN IPv6 address. LAN IPv6 Link-Local Displays the router's LAN link-local address for the local Address network only. D-Link R18 User Manual 42 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 48
the DHCP server's IPv6 Range (Start) assignment. IPv6 Address Enter the end IPv6 address for the DHCP server's IPv6 Range (End) assignment. D-Link R18 User Manual 43 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 49
DHCP server's IPv6 Range (End) assignment. IPv6 Address Lifetime Enter the IP address retention period in minutes. The default is 10080 minutes. D-Link R18 User Manual 44 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 50
IP 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. The default is 1492 bytes - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 51
is disabled. Enter the IP address provided by your ISP. Displays the router's LAN link-local address for the local network only. D-Link R18 User Manual 46 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 52
the DHCP server's IPv6 Range (Start) assignment. IPv6 Address Enter the end IPv6 address for the DHCP server's IPv6 Range (End) assignment. D-Link R18 User Manual 47 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 53
the DHCP server's IPv6 Range (End) assignment. IPv6 Address Lifetime Enter the IPv6 address lifetime (in minutes). The default is 10080 minutes. D-Link R18 User Manual 48 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 54
DNS Server Currently unsupported. Enter the primary DNS server address. Enter the secondary DNS server address as a backup. Enable Hub and Spoke Mode 6rd Manual Configuration Enable this option if you want to minimize the number of routes to the destination by using a hub and spoke method of - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 55
the DHCP server's IPv6 Range (End) assignment. IPv6 Address Lifetime Enter the IPv6 address lifetime (in minutes). The default is 10080 minutes. D-Link R18 User Manual 50 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 56
. 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 R18 User Manual 51 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 57
configuration options for the VLAN. VLAN allows Triple-Play services to be differentiated by dividing a network into segments and allowing access to these services by devices only in the assigned segment. To configure options will be available if the Status is enabled. D-Link R18 User Manual 52 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 58
the VLAN ID for your Internet connection, as provided by your ISP. Enter the VLAN ID for your IPTV service, as provided by your ISP. Enter the VLAN ID for your VoIP network, as provided by your ISP. Enable ) coming from the WAN connection to each interface on the router. D-Link R18 User Manual 53 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 59
characters are allowed. Password Create a Wi-Fi password. Wireless clients will need to enter this password to successfully connect to the network. D-Link R18 User Manual 54 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 60
the start time and drag to the end time. You can add multiple days and multiple periods per day to the schedule. D-Link R18 User Manual 55 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 61
32 characters are allowed. Password Create a Wi-Fi password. Wireless clients will need to enter this password to connect to the network. D-Link R18 User Manual 56 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 62
the start time and drag to the end time. You can add multiple days and multiple periods per day to the schedule. D-Link R18 User Manual 57 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 63
the start time and drag to the end time. You can add multiple days and multiple periods per day to the schedule. D-Link R18 User Manual 58 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 64
(WPS). WPS-PBC Status Enable or disable WPS-PBC (Push Button Configuration) functionality. Press to establish a connection with another WPS compatible device. D-Link R18 User Manual 59 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 65
the start time and drag to the end time. You can add multiple days and multiple periods per day to the schedule. D-Link R18 User Manual 60 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 66
Only Home Network Access Enabling this option will confine connectivity to the Internet and prevent guests from accessing other local network devices. D-Link R18 User Manual 61 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 67
to network clients for setting DNS server. If enabled, network clients will instead set the router's IP address as the DNS server. D-Link R18 User Manual 62 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 68
enabled by default. Allow or disallow IPv6 multicast traffic to pass through the router from the Internet. This is enabled by default. D-Link R18 User Manual 63 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 69
page lists whether you are registered with D-Link Cloud Service and email address associated with the account. It enables you to manage your device anytime, anywhere and check the status of your router. Use the EAGLE PRO AI to find out more about D-Link Cloud's features. D-Link R18 User Manual 64 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 70
. Router Mode: In this mode, the R18 directly connects to the Internet provided by your ISP (Internet Service Provider). All client devices from a network group are connected and managed under this router. This is the extender through the main router under this mode. D-Link R18 User Manual 65 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 71
periods per day to the schedule. If no time periods are selected, all devices in this profile will be denied Internet access. D-Link R18 User Manual 66 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 72
respectively.On the Edit page for a selected profile, you can click Internet access to specified devices of the profile immediately. to pause D-Link R18 User Manual 67 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 73
to view the messages displayed to the device users whose Internet access has been restricted. Blocked Webpage Message For these access controls: Manual Pause Control, Website Filter, Custom Schedule, and Bedtime Schedule, you can view and customize the messages as well as the titles: Title - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 74
transferred to the Internet. The rate at which the content is being transferred to the router. Upload/download speeds can be obtained from your Internet Service Provider. Click Save after filling in the above information. D-Link R18 User - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 75
Section 3 - Configuration Quality of Service (QoS) Engine allows you to prioritize particular clients over others, so that these clients receive higher bandwidth. For example, If no devices are explicitly assigned a priority, they will all be treated with equal priority. D-Link R18 User Manual 70 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 76
that denies access directly to computers behind the router. Enable or disable IPv6 ingress filtering for incoming packets to prevent suspicious senders. D-Link R18 User Manual 71 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 77
network using IPSec. Some VPN clients support traversal of IPSec through NAT. This clients. If you are having trouble connecting with your corporate network, try network whether your VPN client supports NAT traversal. RTSP Allows trouble making VoIP calls, try turning this ALG off. D-Link R18 User - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 78
you wish to edit a rule, click in the Edit column. If you wish to create a new rule, click the Add Rule button. D-Link R18 User Manual 73 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 79
the Schedules section. Refer to Management > Time & Schedule - Schedule on page 85 for more information. A maximum of 24 rules can be defined. D-Link R18 User Manual 74 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 80
you want to edit a rule, click in the Edit column. If you want to create a new rule, click the Add Rule button. D-Link R18 User Manual 75 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 81
IP Enter the IP address of the computer on your local network to which you want to direct the incoming service. Alternatively, select the device from the drop-down menu. TCP Port Enter the TCP ports that you want & Schedule - Schedule on page 85 for more information. D-Link R18 User Manual 76 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 82
for redirection to an internal LAN IP with the mapped port. This might be necessary if you are hosting services behind the router. To configure the Port Forwarding settings, click the Port Forwarding link. Refer to Port to create a new rule, click the Add Rule button. D-Link R18 User Manual 77 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 83
IP Enter the IP address of the computer on your local network that you want to direct the incoming service to. Alternatively, select the device from the drop-down menu. Protocol Select the protocol of the traffic to & Schedule - Schedule on page 85 for more information. D-Link R18 User Manual 78 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 84
route. Interface Select the interface that the IP packet will use to transit out of the router when this route is used. D-Link R18 User Manual 79 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 85
route. Interface Select the interface that the IP packet will use to transit out of the router when this route is used. D-Link R18 User Manual 80 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 86
with a regularly changing IP address assigned by your Internet Service provider. This feature is helpful when running a virtual Select the DDNS service provider from the drop-down menu. Enter the that you registered with your dynamic DNS service provider. Enter your dynamic DNS account - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 87
wish to create a new record, click the Add Record button. Host Name Enter the host name that you registered with your dynamic DNS service provider. IPv6 Address Enter the IPv6 address for DDNS configuration. Alternatively, select the network interface for DDNS configuration. A maximum of 10 records - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 88
default. Select the encryption cipher strength for Microsoft Point-toPoint (MPPE) Encryption: None, RC4-40, or RC4-128. None is the default. D-Link R18 User Manual 83 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 89
menu to use one of the following servers to synchronize the time and date for your router: D-Link NTP Server or Google NTP Server. Choose Manual to set the NTP server's IP address or server name. D-Link R18 User - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 90
, click on the cross icon. Click Apply to save and close the page. Then click Save when you are done creating schedules. D-Link R18 User Manual 85 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 91
server. If the Syslog server is connected to the router, select it from the drop-down menu to automatically populate the field. D-Link R18 User Manual 86 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 92
, or you can create your own schedules in the Schedules section. Refer to Time & Schedule - Schedule on page 85 for more information. D-Link R18 User Manual 87 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 93
for accessing the web configuration interface. The default is 8081. LED Control Status LED Turn the LED status lights on or off. D-Link R18 User Manual 88 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 94
. The options are Never, Daily, or Weekly. You may set the day, and hour and minute of the day for automatic reboot. D-Link R18 User Manual 89 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 95
Network (VPN) functionality for this user. A maximum of 9 users (not including the Admin) can be created. Click OK to close the screen. D-Link R18 User Manual 90 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 96
Go to Management > Upgrade. This page allows you to upgrade the router's firmware, either automatically or manually. To manually upgrade the firmware, you must first download the firmware file from http://support.dlink.com. Click Save at any time to save the changes you have made on this page - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 97
traffic counter will reset if the device is rebooted. Extender Click the Extender tab to view the above information about the extender. D-Link R18 User Manual 92 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 98
Just plug in the router, open the app and start managing your home network by following the easy instructions on the screen. The new EAGLE PRO AI is especially designed to ease your management work with the on individual devices during the designated time periods. D-Link R18 User Manual 93 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 99
duration to this device. High priority devices running online games, video conferences, or other real-time programs will have the best access. D-Link R18 User Manual 94 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 100
all access to this site and violent to block domain names that contain this keyword. Then tap Add at the top right. D-Link R18 User Manual 95 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 101
network. Note: The Bedtime scheduling also restricts local access by disabling Wi-Fi connectivity. However, remote management through the Internet is allowed. D-Link R18 User Manual 96 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 102
its currently connected clients. You can also identify the device by flashing an LED indicator and restart the device on this screen. D-Link R18 User Manual R18 97 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 103
Section 4 - Third Party Services Voice Control With the R18, you can command your router's functionality with your voice 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 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 104
Section 4 - Third Party Services Link D-Link Cloud Service to Other Services Google Home Setup In order to use third-party apps to control and manage your device, you will first need EAGLE PRO AI and go to the Home screen. Step 2 Tap Voice Control from the Home screen. D-Link R18 User Manual 99 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 105
Section 4 - Third Party Services Step 3 Choose the cloud service (e.g. Google Assistant). Step 4 Link with the Google Assistant. D-Link R18 User Manual 100 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 106
Section 4 - Third Party Services Step 5 The Google Home app will be launched. Step 6 Link your registered account with Google. Depending on your system, note that if the account link page does not display, please tap "+" on the top left from the above step to add the device manually: Tap + Set up - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 107
Section 4 - Third Party Services Step 7 Choose your device. Step 8 Choose a home. D-Link R18 User Manual R18 102 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 108
Section 4 - Third Party Services Step 9 Choose a location for your device. Step 10 Device is now successfully set up with the Google Home. D-Link R18 User Manual R18 103 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 109
Section 4 - Third Party Services Amazon Alexa Setup You will need the Amazon Alexa app, an Amazon account, and a D-Link account to use this feature. Note: . However, the process is the same. Step 1 Launch the Amazon Alexa app. Step 2 Tap Browse Skills. Amazon Alexa D-Link R18 User Manual 104 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 110
Section 4 - Third Party Services Step 3 Search EAGLE PRO AI for Skills & Games. Step 4 The EAGLE PRO AI page. D-Link R18 User Manual 105 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 111
Third Party Services Step 5 Tap LAUNCH to link the skill. Step 6 Congratulations! EAGLE PRO AI has been successfully linked as a skill for your Amazon device. Refer to Amazon Alexa Voice Commands on the next page for tasks that you can ask your Amazon Alexa to perform. D-Link R18 User Manual 106 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 112
Section 4 - Third Party Services Amazon Alexa Voice Commands With EAGLE PRO AI enabled as a skill for Alexa, you can ask Alexa to do any of the following tasks. enable my guest Wi-Fi." 2. "Alex, talk to EAGLE PRO AI" and wait for Alexa to respond. Then say your command. D-Link R18 User Manual 107 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 113
Google Assistant 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 your mobile device's customize the pin code or use the randomly generated number. D-Link R18 User Manual 108 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 114
- Third Party Services Step 3 Launch the Google Assistant app. Assistant Step 4 Say or Type in your command and provide the pin code when being asked. Refer to Google Assistant Voice Commands on the next page for tasks that you can ask your Google Assistant to perform. D-Link R18 User Manual 109 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 115
Section 4 - Third Party Services Google Assistant Voice Commands Find out the guest Wi-Fi password Reboot the router Update the router Notes: 1. Only supported on Nest Hub with screen display. 2. Network can be substituted for Wi-Fi. Command " by saying "Hey Google." D-Link R18 User Manual 110 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 116
, and credit 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 just as you would at home. Data Your Network with Quick VPN Server Encrypted Data D-Link R18 User Manual 111 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 117
The following instructions explain and Quick VPN supports up to five concurrent VPN client sessions using the same login and password are supported. Quick VPN restricted in some countries and on some networks. If you have trouble using Quick VPN on some networks, but not others and are Manual 112 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 118
This section provides Quick VPN setup instructions for iOS devices. Refer to Quick VPN on page 83 for your router setup instructions. Go into Settings on your compatible iOS device. Scroll down and tap General. Scroll down and tap VPN. Tap Add VPN Configuration... D-Link R18 User Manual 113 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 119
Key (PSK). Tap Done to close the configuration window. Your iOS device is now configured to connect to your Quick VPN server. D-Link R18 User Manual 114 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 120
in the notification area at the top of your screen indicating that your device is currently connected to the Quick VPN server. D-Link R18 User Manual 115 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 121
using the Export Profile function. Refer to Quick VPN on page 83 for your router setup instructions. Open the exported profile. The Install Profile dialogue will appear; click Continue and Install. and select the Quick VPN connection and click Authentication Settings. D-Link R18 User Manual 116 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 122
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 R18 User Manual 117 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 123
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 R18 User Manual 118 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 124
for Windows 7. Refer to Quick VPN on page 83 for your router setup instructions. Click the Start button and type vpn into the Search programs and files box. Select Set up a virtual private check Don't Connect now; just set it up so I can connect later, and click Next. D-Link R18 User Manual 119 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 125
Close. Click the Start button and type view network connections into the Search programs and files text box. Select View network connections. D-Link R18 User Manual 120 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 126
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 R18 User Manual 121 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 127
and from the Dial Up and VPN section click on your Quick VPN connection and click on the Connect or Disconnect button. D-Link R18 User Manual 122 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 128
for Windows 8.1/8. Refer to Quick VPN on page 83 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 R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 129
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 R18 User Manual 124 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 130
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 R18 User Manual 125 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 131
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 R18 User Manual 126 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 132
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 R18 User Manual 127 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 133
Section 5 - Quick VPN Connect or Disconnect To connect to or disconnect from your Quick VPN server, click on the 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 R18 User Manual 128 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 134
section provides Quick VPN setup instructions for Windows 10. Refer to Quick VPN on page 83 for your router setup instructions. This section provides Quick VPN setup instructions for Windows 10. Click Start > Settings > Network & Internet > VPN > Add a VPN Connection. D-Link R18 User Manual 129 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 135
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 R18 User Manual 130 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 136
connection, select Connect. If connected, the VPN connection name will display Connected underneath it. You can click Disconnect to stop the connection. D-Link R18 User Manual 131 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 137
Section 5 - Quick VPN 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 83 for your router setup instructions. Go to Settings > Network & Internet > VPN D-Link R18 User Manual 132 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 138
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 R18 User Manual 133 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 139
Section 5 - Quick VPN Connect or Disconnect Tap the Quick VPN connection you created. To connect, enter your Username and Password, then tap CONNECT. To disconnect, tap DISCONNECT. D-Link R18 User Manual 134 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 140
a 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 LEDs stop blinking, you will be connected using WPA2 encryption. D-Link R18 User Manual 135 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 141
Next to connect to the network. Your computer will now automatically connect to this wireless network when it is detected. Wireless Icon D-Link R18 User Manual 136 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 142
the router, you can also press the WPS button on your router at this point to enable the WPS function. dlink dlink D-Link R18 User Manual 137 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 143
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 R18 User Manual 138 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 144
Internet, check your TCP/IP settings for your wireless adapter. Refer to Networking Basics on page 147 for more information. Wireless Icon D-Link R18 User Manual 139 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 145
that the security settings are correct. The key or passphrase must be exactly the same as the one on the wireless router. D-Link R18 User Manual 140 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 146
7 - 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. 1. Why for more information on disabling or configuring it. D-Link R18 User Manual 141 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 147
Section 7 - Troubleshooting • Access the web configuration. Open your web browser and enter the IP address of your D-Link router in the address bar. This default IP address: 192.168.0.1. When logging in, enter the default device password printed on the device label too. D-Link R18 User Manual 142 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 148
same applications they use on a wired network. Wireless adapter cards used on laptop and desktop systems support the same protocols as Ethernet adapter cards. Under many circumstances, it may be desirable for mobile network anywhere in your home or office network. D-Link R18 User Manual 143 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 149
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 R18 User Manual 144 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 150
. That's why we've put together a few setup steps and tips to help you through the process of setting up a wireless network. D-Link R18 User Manual 145 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 151
your next-door neighbors or intruders connect to your wireless network. Encrypt your wireless network with the latest WPA3 security protocol. Refer to the product manual for detail information on how to set it up. D-Link R18 User - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 152
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 R18 User Manual 147 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 153
TCP/IPv4) Properties or Internet Protocol Version 6 Properties (TCP/IPv6). Then select Use the Following IP Address. 4. Under Edit IP settings, select Manual. If IPv4 is selected, type the IP address settings in IP address, Subnet prefix length (subnet mask), and Gateway fields. If IPv6 is selected - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 154
encryption among these with the increased cryptographic capability and the requirements of the Protected Management Frames (PMFs) to help prevent snooping attacks. D-Link R18 User Manual 149 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 155
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 R18 User Manual 150 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 156
base of the router over them. The screw head should project out from the wall at 7 mm (0.28 in) as shown below. D-Link R18 User Manual 151 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 157
can 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 interference will in the USA must be fixed to USA operational channels only. D-Link R18 User Manual 152 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 158
brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement. D-Link R18 User Manual 153 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 159
équipement doit être installé et utilisé avec un minimum de 20 cm de distance entre la source de rayonnement et votre corps. D-Link R18 User Manual 154 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 160
) Max. Output Power Consommation d'énergie max. Potencia máxima de Salida Potenza max. Output Max. Output Power 200 mW 200 mW 1 W 100 mW D-Link R18 User Manual 155 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 161
della dichiarazione di conformità UE e il firmware del prodotto sono disponibili per il download dalla pagina del prodotto su www.dlink.com. D-Link R18 User Manual 156 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 162
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adapter which is considered to be Pluggable Equipment Type A. The socket outlets shall be installed near the equipment and be easily accessible. D-Link R18 User Manual 158 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 164
between two client devices without an Access Point. • Access points will support DFS (Dynamic Frequency Selection) and TPC (Transmit Power Control) functionality as in 5 GHz band within the EU. • Please refer to the product manual or datasheet to check whether your product uses 2.4 GHz and/or 5 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 165
de 5 GHz au sein de l'UE. • Merci de vous référer au guide d'utilisation ou de la fiche technique afin de vérifier si votre produit utilise 2.4 cuando funcionan a 5 Ghz dentro de la UE. • Por favor compruebe el manual o la ficha de producto para comprobar si el producto utiliza las bandas inalámbricas - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 166
(Dynamic Frequency Selection) e TPC (Transmit Power Control) richieste per operare a 5 Ghz nell'Unione europea. • Ti invitiamo a fare riferimento al manuale del prodotto o alla scheda tecnica per verificare se il tuo prodotto utilizza le frequenze 2,4 GHz e/o 5 GHz. KENNISGEVING VAN DRAADLOOS RADIO - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 167
grounded bare metal) before touching the product. • Do not attempt to service the product and never disassemble the product. For some products with a user replaceable battery, please read and follow the instructions in the user manual. • Do not spill food or liquid on your product and never push - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 168
el mantenimiento del producto ni lo desmonte nunca. Para algunos productos con batería reemplazable por el usuario, lea y siga las instrucciones del manual de usuario. • No derrame comida o líquidos sobre el producto y nunca deje que caigan objetos en las aberturas del mismo. • No utilice este - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 169
di riparare il prodotto e non smontarlo mai. Per alcuni prodotti dotati di batteria sostituibile dall'utente, leggere e seguire le istruzioni riportate nel manuale dell'utente. • Non versare cibi o liquidi sul prodotto e non spingere mai alcun oggetto nelle aperture del prodotto. • Non usare questo - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 170
reduzieren. Wenn Sie mehr über unsere umweltgerechten Produkte und Verpackungen wissen möchten, finden Sie entsprechende Informationen im Internet unter www.dlinkgreen.com. D-Link R18 User Manual 165 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 171
energía y a reducir las emisiones de CO2. Para obtener más información acerca de nuestros productos y embalajes ecológicos, visite el sitio www.dlinkgreen.com. D-Link R18 User Manual 166 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 172
u energie en beperkt u de CO2-emissies. Breng een bezoek aan www.dlinkgreen.com voor meer informatie over onze milieuverantwoorde producten en verpakkingen. D-Link R18 User Manual 167 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 173
šetřit energii a snížit emise CO2. Více informací o našich ekologických výrobcích a obalech najdete na adrese www.dlinkgreen.com. D-Link R18 User Manual 168 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 174
energi og å redusere CO2-utslipp. For mer informasjon angående våre miljøansvarlige produkter og forpakninger kan du gå til www.dlinkgreen.com. D-Link R18 User Manual 169 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 175
näin autat säästämään energiaa ja vähentämään hiilidioksiidipäästöjä. Lue lisää ympäristöystävällisistä D-Link-tuotteista ja pakkauksistamme osoitteesta www.dlinkgreen.com. D-Link R18 User Manual 170 - D-Link R18 | User Manual 1.01 - Page 176
e reduzir as emissões de CO2. Para saber mais sobre os nossos produtos e embalagens responsáveis a nível ambiental visite www.dlinkgreen.com. D-Link R18 User Manual 171
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