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Preface D-Link reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes in the content hereof without obligation to notify any person or organization of such revisions or changes. Manual Revisions Revision Date 1.0 January 31, 2013 Description • Initial release for Revision A1 Trademarks D-Link and the D-Link logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of D-Link Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States or other countries.
Table of Contents Table of Contents Preface.................................................................................. i Manual Revisions............................................................................ i Trademarks....................................................................................... i Product Overview............................................................... 1 Package Contents..........................................................................
Table of Contents Website Filters..................................................................86 Inbound Filters.................................................................87 Firewall Settings..............................................................88 Routing...............................................................................90 Advanced Wireless.........................................................91 Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS)......................................
Section 1 - Product Overview Product PackageOverview Contents DIR-810L Wireless AC750 Dual Band Cloud Router Ethernet Cable Power Adapter Wi-Fi Configuration Note WI-FI Configuration Note If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller. Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with the DIR-810L will cause damage and void the warranty for this product.
Section 1 - Product Overview System Requirements Network Requirements • An Ethernet-based Cable or DSL modem • 802.11a, 802.11g, 802.11n, or 802.11ac wireless clients • 10/100 Ethernet Computer with the following: • Windows®, Macintosh, or Linux-based operating system • An installed Ethernet adapter Web-based Configuration Utility Requirements Browser Requirements: • Internet Explorer 7 or higher • Firefox 3.
Section 1 - Product Overview Introduction Now you can monitor and manage your home network right from your laptop, iOS, or Android™ device. This cloud-enabled router can be configured to notify you whenever new devices are connected to your network or unwanted access is detected. Monitor in realtime websites that are being visited, with recent browser history displayed on the mydlink™ Lite app – which is great for parents keeping an eye on children using the internet at home.
Section 1 - Product Overview Features • Ultimate Fast Wireless Networking - The DIR-810L provides a wireless connection up to 300Mbps on the 2.4GHz band, and up to 433Mbps on the 5GHz band. This capability allows users to participate in real-time activities online, such as video streaming, online gaming, and real-time audio. The performance of this 802.11ac wireless router gives you the freedom of wireless networking at speeds up to three times faster than 802.11n. • Compatible with 802.
Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview Connections 1 2 3 6 4 5 1 WPS Button 2 LAN Ports (1-4) 3 Internet Port Using an Ethernet cable, connect your broadband modem to this port. 4 Power Button Press the power button to power on and off. 5 Power Receptor 6 Press to start the WPS process. The Power LED will start to blink. Connect 10/100 Ethernet devices such as computers, switches, storage (NAS) devices and game consoles. Receptor for the supplied power adapter.
Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview LEDs 1 1 Power LED 2 Internet LED D-Link DIR-810L User Manual 2 A solid green light indicates a proper connection to the power supply. The light will blink green during the WPS process. The light will be solid orange during boot up. A solid light indicates connection on the Internet port. If the LED is orange, a connection is present but the router cannot connect to the Internet.
Section 2 - Installation Installation This section will walk you through the installation process. Placement of the router is very important. Do not place the router in an enclosed area such as a closet, cabinet, or in an attic or garage. Before you Begin • Please configure the router with the computer that was last connected directly to your modem. • You can only use the Ethernet port on your modem.
Section 2 - Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The DIR-810L Wireless AC750 Dual Band Cloud Router lets you access your network using a wireless connection from virtually anywhere within the operating range of your wireless network. Keep in mind, however, that the number, thickness and location of walls, ceilings, or other objects that the wireless signals must pass through, may limit the range.
Section 2 - Installation Manual Setup 1. Turn off and unplug your cable or DSL broadband modem. This is required. Modem 2. Position your router close to your modem and a computer. Place the router in an open area of your intended work area for better wireless coverage. 3. Unplug the Ethernet cable from your modem (or existing router if upgrading) that is connected to your computer. Plug it into the LAN port labeled 1 on the back of your router. The router is now connected to your computer.
Section 2 - Installation 4. Plug one end of the included blue Ethernet cable that came with your router into the yellow port labeled INTERNET on the back of the router. Plug the other end of this cable into the Ethernet port on your modem. Computer DIR-810L Modem 4 3 LAN 2 1 INTERNET RESET POWER 12V 1A WPS INTERNET 5. Reconnect the power adapter to your cable or DSL broadband modem and wait for two minutes. 6.
Section 2 - Installation Configuration There are several different ways you can configure your router to connect to the Internet and connect to your clients: • D-Link Setup Wizard - This wizard will launch when you log into the router for the first time. Refer to “Quick Setup Wizard” on page 12. • QRS Mobile App - Use your iOS or Android device to configure your router. Refer to ”QRS Mobile App (iOS, Android)” on page 19.
Section 3 - Configuration Quick Setup Wizard If this is your first time installing the router, open your web browser. You will automatically be directed to the Wizard Setup Screen. If not, enter “http://dlinkrouter.local”. Then, press Enter. If you have already configured your settings and you would like to access the configuration utility, please refer to “Internet (Manual Setup)” on page 28. If this is your first time logging into the router, this wizard will start automatically.
Section 3 - Configuration If the router does not detect a valid Ethernet connection from the Internet port, this screen will appear. Check the connection between your broadband modem to the Internet port and then click Try Again. If the router detects an Ethernet connection but does not detect the type of Internet connection you have, this screen will appear. Click Guide me through the Internet Connection Settings to display a list of connection types to choose from.
Section 3 - Configuration If the router detected or you selected PPPoE, enter your PPPoE username and password and click Next to continue. Note: Make sure to remove any PPPoE software from your computer. The software is no longer needed and will not work through a router. If the router detected or you selected PPTP, enter your PPTP username, password, and other information supplied by your ISP. Click Next to continue.
Section 3 - Configuration If the router detected or you selected Static, enter the IP and DNS settings supplied by your ISP. Click Next to continue. For both the 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands, create a Wi-Fi network name (SSID) using up to 32 characters. These names will identify your wireless network. Create a Wi-Fi password (Network Key) (between 8-63 characters). Your wireless clients will need to have this password or key entered to be able to connect to your wireless network.
Section 3 - Configuration Select your time zone from the drop-down menu and click Next to continue. The Setup Complete window will display your Wi-Fi settings. Click Next to continue. If you want to create a bookmark for the router’s web-based configuration utility, click OK. Click Cancel if you do not want to create a bookmark. If you clicked Yes, a window may appear (depending on which web browser you are using) to create a bookmark.
Section 3 - Configuration To use the mydlink service (mydlink.com or the mydlink Lite app), you must have an account. Select whether you do have a mydlink account or if you need to create one. Click Next to continue. If you do not want to register at this time, click Cancel. If you clicked Yes, enter your mydlink account name (email address) and password. Click Login to register your router. If you clicked No, fill out the requested information and click Sign Up to create your mydlink account.
Section 3 - Configuration The mydlink App will allow you to receive notifications, browse network usage, and configure your router from an iOS (3.0 or higher), Android (1.6 or higher) device. To download the "mydlink lite" app, visit the iOS App Store, Google Play Store, or http://mydlink.com/Lite. PC and Mac users can use the mydlink portal at http://mydlink.com.
Section 3 - Configuration QRS Mobile App (iOS, Android) D-Link offers an app for your iOS or Android device which will assist you to install and configure your router. Step 1 From an iOS device, go to the iOS App Store. From an Android device go to the Google Play Store. Search for ‘D-Link’, select QRS Mobile, and download the app to your device. You may also scan the appropriate code on the right to locate the app download page.
Section 3 - Configuration Web-based Configuration Utility To access the configuration utility, open a web-browser such as Internet Explorer and enter address of the router (http://dlinkrouter.local or http://192.168.0.1). Non-Windows and Non-Mac users may also connect by typing http://192.168.0.1 in the address bar. Leave the password blank by default.
Section 3 - Configuration Internet Connection Setup If you want to configure your router to connect to the Internet using the wizard, click Internet Connection Setup Wizard. You will be directed to the Quick Setup Wizard. Click Manual Internet Connection Setup to configure your connection manually and continue to the next page.
Internet Connection Setup Wizard When configuring the router for the first time, we recommend that you use the Internet Connection Setup Wizard, and follow the instructions on the screen. This wizard is designed to provide users with a quick and easy method to configure the Internet Connectivity of this router. At any time during the Internet Connection Setup Wizard, users can click on the Cancel button to discard any changes made and return to the main Internet page.
Step 2: Select Your Time Zone Select the appropriate time zone for your location. This information is required to configure the time-based options for the router. Click Next to continue. Step 3: Internet Connection Here the user will be able to configure the Internet connectivity used by this device. If your ISP connection is listed in the drop-down menu, select it and click Next.
Step 3: Internet Connection (Dynamic IP Address) After selecting the Dynamic IP Address Internet connection method, the following page will appear. The following parameters will be available for configuration: MAC Address: Enter the MAC address of the Internet gateway (plugged into the Internet port of this device) here. Copy Button: If the configuration PC also acts as the Internet gateway, then click on the Copy Your PC’s MAC Address button to copy the PC’s MAC address into the space provided.
Step 3: Internet Connection (PPTP) After selecting the PPTP Internet connection method, the following page will appear: The following parameters will be available for configuration: Address Mode: Here the user can specify whether this Internet connection requires the use of a Dynamic or Static IP address. PPTP usually requires a Dynamic IP configuration. PPTP IP Address: Enter the PPTP IP address used here. This option is only available if Static IP is selected.
Step 3: Internet Connection (L2TP) After selecting the L2TP Internet connection method, the following page will appear: The following parameters will be available for configuration: Address Mode: Here the user can specify whether this Internet connection requires the use of a Dynamic or Static IP address. L2TP usual requires a Dynamic IP configuration. L2TP IP Address: Enter the L2TP IP address used here. This option is only available if Static IP is selected.
Step 3: Internet Connection (Static IP Address) After selecting the Static IP Address Internet connection method, the following page will appear: The following parameters will be available for configuration: IP Address: Enter the Static IP address provided by the ISP here. Subnet Mask: Enter the Subnet Mask provided by the ISP here. Gateway Address: Enter the Gateway IP address provided by the ISP here. Primary DNS Address: Enter the Primary DNS IP address used here.
Internet (Manual Setup) On this page the user can configure the Internet connection settings manually. To access the Manual Internet Connection Setup page, click on the Manual Internet Connection Setup button. On this page there multiple parameters that can be configured regarding the Internet Connection setup. At any stage throughout the wizard, users can save the current configuration by clicking on the Save Settings button.
Internet Connection Type In this section, the user can select from a list of Internet connection types that can be configured and used on this router. Options to choose from are Static IP, Dynamic IP, PPPoE, PPTP, L2TP, and DS-Lite. After selecting a specific Internet connection type, this page will automatically refresh and provide unique fields to configure related to the specified Internet connection type.
Section 3 - Configuration Manual Internet Setup Static (assigned by ISP) Select Static IP Address if all the Internet port’s IP information is provided to you by your ISP. You will need to enter in the IP address, subnet mask, gateway address, and DNS address(es) provided to you by your ISP. Each IP address entered in the fields must be in the appropriate IP form, which are four octets separated by a dot (x.x.x.x). The Router will not accept the IP address if it is not in this format.
Section 3 - Configuration Internet Setup PPPoE (DSL) Choose PPPoE (Point to Point Protocol over Ethernet) if your ISP uses a PPPoE connection. Your ISP will provide you with a username and password in this case. This option is typically used for DSL services. Make sure to remove any existing PPPoE software from your computer. The software is no longer needed and will not work through a router. My Internet Connection: Select PPPoE (Username/Password) from the drop-down menu.
Section 3 - Configuration Maximum Idle Time: Enter a maximum idle time during which the Internet connection is maintained during inactivity. Primary DNS Server: Enter the Primary DNS IP address used here. Secondary DNS Server: Enter the Secondary DNS IP address used here. This field is normally optional. Only one DNS address is required for a functional Internet connection, but using a second DNS address provides more stability.
Section 3 - Configuration Internet Setup PPTP Choose PPTP (Point-to-Point-Tunneling Protocol ) if your ISP uses a PPTP connection. Your ISP will provide you with a username and password. This option is typically used for DSL services. My Internet Connection: Select PPTP (Username/Password) from the dropdown menu. Advanced DNS Service: Check the box to enable Advanced DNS Service. Address Mode: Here the user can specify whether this Internet connection requires the use of a Dynamic or Static IP address.
Section 3 - Configuration Primary DNS Server: Enter the Primary DNS IP address used here. Secondary DNS Server: Enter the Secondary DNS IP address used here. This field is normally optional. Only one DNS address is required for a functional Internet connection, but using a second DNS address provides more stability. MTU: Maximum Transmission Unit - you may need to change the MTU for optimal performance with your specific ISP. 1400 is the default MTU.
Section 3 - Configuration Internet Setup L2TP Choose L2TP (Layer 2 Tunneling Protocol) if your ISP uses a L2TP connection. Your ISP will provide you with a username and password. This option is typically used for DSL services. My Internet Connection: Select L2TP (Username/Password) from the dropdown menu. Advanced DNS Service: Check the box to enable Advanced DNS Service. Address Mode: Here the user can specify whether this Internet connection requires the use of a Dynamic or Static IP address.
Section 3 - Configuration Maximum Idle Time: Enter a maximum idle time during which the Internet connection is maintained during inactivity. To disable this feature, enable Auto-reconnect. Primary DNS Server: Enter the Primary DNS IP address used here. Secondary DNS Server: Enter the Secondary DNS IP address used here. This field is normally optional. Only one DNS address is required for a functional Internet connection, but using a second DNS address provides more stability.
Section 3 - Configuration Internet Setup DS-Lite DS-Lite is an IPv6 connection type. After selecting DS-Lite, the following parameters will be available for configuration: DS-Lite Configuration: Select the DS-Lite DHCPv6 Option to let the router allocate the AFTR IPv6 address automatically. Select the Manual Configuration to enter the AFTR IPv6 address in manually. AFTR IPv6 Address: After selecting the Manual Configuration option above, the user can enter the AFTR IPv6 address used here.
Wireless Connection Setup Wizard On this page the user can configure the Wireless settings for this device. There are three ways to configure Wireless using this router. Firstly, the user can use of the quick and easy Wireless Connection Setup Wizard. Secondly, the user can choose Wi-Fi Protected Setup. Lastly, the user can configure the Wireless settings manually.
Step 2: This step will only be available if the user selected Manually assign a network key in the previous step. Here the user can manually enter the WPA/WPA2 pre-shared key in the Wireless Security Password space provided. The key entered must be between 8 and 63 characters long. Remember, this key will be used when wireless clients connect to this device, so it is important to make a record of this key to prevent trouble accessing your wireless network in the future.
After clicking the Save button, the device will save the settings made and return to the main wireless page. End of Wizard.
Wi-Fi Protected Setup Wizard Wireless Settings: Wi-Fi Protected Setup Wizard If your Wireless Clients support the W-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) connection method, this WPS Wizard can be used to initiate a secure wireless connection between this device and wireless clients with a simple click of the WPS button.
Step 2 - Manual: After selecting Manual, the following page will appear. On this page users can view the wireless configuration of this router. The wireless clients should configure their wireless settings to be identical to the settings displayed on this page for a successful connection. This option is for wireless clients that do not support the WPS Push Button method to connect to this router. It is recommended that you make a record of this information for future reference.
Manual Setup - 2.4Ghz Band The following parameters will be available for configuration: Wireless Band: Displays the wireless band being configured. The following configuration relates to the 2.4GHz band. Enable Wireless: Check the box to enable the wireless function at all times. If you do not want to use wireless, uncheck the box to disable all wireless functions. To set a schedule for the times when you want the wireless network to be available, click on the Add New button to specify a new schedule.
By default the wireless security of this router will be disabled. In this option the user can enable or disable wireless security for the frequency band 2.4GHz. There are two types of encryption that can be used: WEP or WPA/WPA2. For further information on these security types, please refer to “Wireless Security” on page 53 Wireless Security Mode: WEP Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) is the most basic form of encryption that can be used for wireless networks.
Wireless Security Mode: WPA-Personal Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) is the most advanced wireless encryption method used today. This is the recommended wireless security option. WPA supports two authentication frameworks. Personal (PSK) and Enterprise (EAP). Personal requires only the use of a passphrase (Pre-Shared Key) for security.
Wireless Security Mode: WPA-Enterprise WPA-Enterprise is a more sophisticated level of wireless security which requires a RADIUS Authentication Server. This form of security is used primarily in medium to large-scale network environments. The following parameters will be available for configuration: WPA Mode: WPA is an older standard; select this option if the clients that will be used with the router only support this standard. WPA2 is the newer implementation of the stronger IEEE 802.
Optional backup RADIUS This option allows users to specify a secondary server: RADIUS server to be used in the event that the primary RADUIS server fails.
Manual Setup - 5Ghz Band The following parameters will be available for configuration: Wireless Band: Displays the wireless band being configured. The following configuration relates to the 5GHz band. Enable Wireless: Check the box to enable the wireless function at all times. If you do not want to use wireless, uncheck the box to disable all wireless functions. To set a schedule for the times when you want the wireless network to be available, click on the Add New button to specify a new schedule.
By default the wireless security of this router will be disabled. In this option the user can enable or disable wireless security for the frequency band 2.4GHz. There are two types of encryption that can be used: WEP or WPA/WPA2. For further information on these security types, please refer to “Wireless Security” on page 53 Wireless Security Mode: WEP Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) is the most basic form of encryption that can be used for wireless networks.
Wireless Security Mode: WPA-Personal Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) is the most advanced wireless encryption method used today. This is the recommended wireless security option. WPA supports two authentication frameworks. Personal (PSK) and Enterprise (EAP). Personal requires only the use of a passphrase (Pre-Shared Key) for security.
Wireless Security Mode: WPA-Enterprise WPA-Enterprise is a more sophisticated level of wireless security which requires a RADIUS Authentication Server. This form of security is used primarily in medium to large-scale network environments. The following parameters will be available for configuration: WPA Mode: WPA is the older standard; select this option if the clients that will be used with the router only support this older standard. WPA2 is the newer implementation of the stronger IEEE 802.
Optional backup RADIUS This option allows users to specify a secondary server: RADIUS server to be used in the event that the primary RADUIS server fails.
Section 4 - Security Wireless Security This section discusses the different levels of security you can use to protect your data from intruders. The DIR-810L offers the following types of security: • WPA2 (Wi-Fi Protected Access 2) • WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access) • WPA2-PSK (Pre-Shared Key) • WPA-PSK (Pre-Shared Key) • Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) What is WPA? WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access), is a Wi-Fi standard that was designed to improve the security features of WEP.
Section 3 - Configuration Network Settings This section will allow you to change the local network settings of the router and to configure the DHCP settings. Router Settings Router IP Address: Enter the IP address of the router. The default IP address is 192.168.0.1. If you change the IP address, once you click Save Settings, you will need to enter the new IP address in your browser in order to return to the configuration utility. Subnet Mask: Enter the Subnet Mask. The default subnet mask is 255.255.255.
Section 3 - Configuration DHCP Server Settings DHCP stands for Dynamic Host Control Protocol. The DIR-810L has a built-in DHCP server. The DHCP Server will automatically assign an IP address to the computers on the LAN/private network. If using DHCP, be sure to set your computers to be DHCP clients by setting their TCP/IP settings to Obtain an IP Address Automatically. When your wireless devices connect to the router, they will automatically load the TCP/IP settings provided by the DIR-810L.
Section 3 - Configuration Learn NetBIOS If NetBIOS announcement is switched on, it will cause WINS information to be learned from the WAN side, if available. Turn this from WAN: setting off to configure manually. NetBIOS Scope: This is an advanced setting and is normally left blank. This allows the configuration of a NetBIOS domain name under which network hosts operate. This setting has no effect if Learn NetBIOS information from WAN is activated.
Section 3 - Configuration DHCP Reservation If you want a computer or device to always have the same IP address assigned, you can create a DHCP reservation. The router will assign the specified IP address only to that computer or device. Note: This IP address must be within the DHCP IP Address Range. Enable: Check this box to enable the reservation. Computer Name: Enter the computer name or select from the drop-down menu and click <<.
Section 3 - Configuration IPv6 On this page, the user can configure the IPv6 Connection type. There are two ways to set up the IPv6 Internet connection. You can use the Web-based IPv6 Internet Connection Setup Wizard, or you can manually configure the connection. For beginner users that have not configured a router before, click on the IPv6 Internet Connection Setup Wizard button and the router will guide you through a few simple steps to get your network up and running.
Section 3 - Configuration IPv6 Internet Connection Setup Wizard On this page, the user can configure the IPv6 Connection type using the IPv6 Internet Connection Setup Wizard. Click the IPv6 Internet Connection Setup Wizard button and the router will guide you through a few simple steps to get your network up and running. Click Next to continue to the next page. Click Cancel to discard the changes made and return to the main page.
Section 3 - Configuration However, if the automatic detection fails, the user will be prompt to either Try again or to click on the Guide me through the IPv6 settings button to initiate the manual continual of the wizard. There are several connection types to choose from. If you are unsure of your connection method, please contact your IPv6 Internet Service Provider. Note: If using the PPPoE option, you will need to ensure that any PPPoE client software on your computers has been removed or disabled.
Section 3 - Configuration IPv6 over PPPoE After selecting the IPv6 over PPPoE option, the user will be able to configure the IPv6 Internet connection that requires a username and password to acess the Internet. Most DSL modems use this type of connection. The following parameters will be available for configuration: PPPoE Session: Select the PPPoE Session value used here.
Section 3 - Configuration Static IPv6 Address Connection This mode is used when your ISP provides you with a set IPv6 addresses that does not change. The IPv6 information is manually entered in your IPv6 configuration settings. You must enter the IPv6 Address, Subnet Prefix Length, Default Gateway, Primary DNS Server, and Secondary DNS Server. Your ISP provides you with all this information.
Section 3 - Configuration Tunneling Connection (6rd) After selecting the Tunneling Connection (6rd) option, the user can configure the IPv6 6rd connection settings. The following parameters will be available for configuration: 6rd IPv6 Prefix: Enter the 6rd IPv6 address and prefix value used here. IPv4 Address: Enter the IPv4 address used here. Mask Length: Enter the IPv4 mask length used here. Assigned IPv6 Displays the IPv6 assigned prefix value here.
Section 3 - Configuration IPv6 Local Connectivity Settings This option can be used to manually configure IPv6 settings for local connectivity. These settings are used only on the local network, and will not be used to access the internet. Enable ULA: Click here to enable Unique Local IPv6 Unicast Addresses settings. Use Default Checking this box will automatically configure ULA Prefix: the ULA prefix for the default setting. ULA Prefix: If you wish to choose your own ULA prefix, enter it here.
Section 3 - Configuration IPv6 Manual Setup There are several connection types to choose from: Auto Detection, Static IPv6, Autoconfiguration (SLAAC/DHCPv6), PPPoE, IPv6 in IPv4 Tunnel, 6to4, 6rd, and Link-local. If you are unsure of your connection method, please contact your IPv6 Internet Service Provider. Note: If using the PPPoE option, you will need to ensure that any PPPoE client software on your computers has been removed or disabled.
Section 3 - Configuration Static IPv6 My IPv6 Connection: Select Static IPv6 from the drop-down menu. WAN IPv6 Address Enter the address settings supplied by your Internet provider Settings: (ISP). LAN IPv6 Address: Enter the LAN (local) IPv6 address for the router. LAN Link-Local Address: Displays the Router’s LAN Link-Local Address. Enable Check to enable the Autoconfiguration feature. Autoconfiguration: Autoconfiguration Type: Select Stateful (DHCPv6), SLAAC + RDNSS or SLAAC + Stateless DHCPv6.
Section 3 - Configuration Autoconfiguration My IPv6 Connection: Select Autoconfiguration (Stateless/DHCPv6) from the drop-down menu. IPv6 DNS Settings: Select either Obtain DNS server address automatically or Use the following DNS Address. Primary/Secondary DNS Enter the primary and secondary DNS server addresses. Address: LAN IPv6 Address: Enter the LAN (local) IPv6 address for the router. LAN Link-Local Address: Displays the Router’s LAN Link-Local Address.
Section 3 - Configuration PPPoE My IPv6 Connection: Select PPPoE from the drop-down menu. PPPoE: Enter the PPPoE account settings supplied by your Internet provider (ISP). Address Mode: Select Static if your ISP assigned you the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS server addresses. In most cases, select Dynamic. IP Address: Enter the IP address (Static PPPoE only). User Name: Enter your PPPoE user name. Password: Enter your PPPoE password and then retype the password in the next box.
Section 3 - Configuration Autoconfiguration Type: Select Stateful (DHCPv6), SLAAC + RDNSS or SLAAC + Stateless DHCPv6. IPv6 Address Range Start: Enter the start IPv6 Address for the DHCPv6 range for your local computers. IPv6 Address Range End: Enter the end IPv6 Address for the DHCPv6 range for your local computers. IPv6 Address Lifetime: Enter the IPv6 Address Lifetime (in minutes).
Section 3 - Configuration IPv6 in IPv4 Tunneling My IPv6 Select IPv6 in IPv4 Tunnel from the drop-down menu. Connection: IPv6 in IPv4 Tunnel Enter the settings supplied by your Internet provider (ISP). Settings: LAN IPv6 Address: Enter the LAN (local) IPv6 address for the router. LAN Link-Local Displays the Router’s LAN Link-Local Address. Address: Enable Check to enable the Autoconfiguration feature.
Section 3 - Configuration 6 to 4 Tunneling My IPv6 Connection: Select 6 to 4 from the drop-down menu. 6 to 4 Settings: Enter the IPv6 settings supplied by your Internet provider (ISP). Primary/Secondary Enter the primary and secondary DNS server addresses. DNS Address: LAN IPv6 Address: Enter the LAN (local) IPv6 address for the router. LAN Link-Local Displays the Router’s LAN Link-Local Address. Address: Enable Check to enable the Autoconfiguration feature.
Section 3 - Configuration 6rd My IPv6 Connection: Select 6rd from the drop-down menu. 6RD Settings: Enter the address settings supplied by your Internet provider (ISP). LAN IPv6 Address: Enter the LAN (local) IPv6 address for the router. LAN Link-Local Address: Displays the Router’s LAN Link-Local Address. Enable Check to enable the Autoconfiguration feature. Autoconfiguration: Autoconfiguration Type: Select Stateful (DHCPv6), SLAAC+RDNSS or SLAAC + Stateless DHCPv6.
Section 3 - Configuration Link-Local Connectivity My IPv6 Connection: Select Link-Local Only from the drop-down menu. LAN IPv6 Address Displays the IPv6 address of the router.
mydlinkTM Settings The DIR-810L features a new cloud service that pushes information such as firmware upgrade notifications, user activity, and intrusion alerts to the mydlink app on your Android or iOS mobile device. To ensure that your router is up-to-date with the latest features, mydlink will notify you when an update is available for your router.
Register mydlink Service Wizard: Step 2 When registering a new account, the following page appears. The following parameters will be available for configuration: E-mail Address (Account Enter your e-mail address here. This e-mail Name): address will also become your account name. Password: Enter your preferred password choice here. Confirm Password: Re-enter your preferred password choice here. Last Name: Enter your last name here. First Name: Enter your first name here.
At any point during this wizard, you can change the prefered language. To change the language, select the desired language option from the Language drop-down menu, found on the top right of this page.
Section 3 - Configuration Advanced Virtual Server This will allow you to open a single port. If you would like to open a range of ports, refer to the next page. Name: Enter a name for the rule or select an application from the drop-down menu. Select an application and click << to populate the fields. IP Address: Enter the IP address of the computer on your local network that you want to allow the incoming service to.
Section 3 - Configuration Port Forwarding This will allow you to open a single port or a range of ports. Name: Enter a name for the rule or select an application from the drop-down menu. Select an application and click << to populate the fields. IP Address: Enter the IP address of the computer on your local network that you want to allow the incoming service to.
Section 3 - Configuration Application Rules Some applications require multiple connections, such as Internet gaming, video conferencing, Internet telephony and others. These applications have difficulties working through NAT (Network Address Translation). Special Applications makes some of these applications work with the DIR-810L.
Section 3 - Configuration QoS Engine The QoS Engine option helps improve your network performance by prioritizing applications. By default the QoS Engine settings are disabled and application priority is not classified automatically. The QoS section contains a queuing mechanism, traffic shaping, and classification. It supports two kinds of queuing mechanisms: Strict Priority Queue (SPQ) and Weighted Fair Queue (WFQ). SPQ will process traffic based on traffic priority.
Section 3 - Configuration After specifying the QoS framework used, in the QoS setup section, the user can now create individual rules for scenarios that require the use of traffic control and data priority manipulation. The following parameters will be available for configuration: Checkbox: Tick this option to enable the rule specified. Name: Enter a custom name for the rule being created here. This name is used for identification.
Section 3 - Configuration Network Filters Use MAC (Media Access Control) Filters to allow or deny LAN (Local Area Network) computers by their MAC addresses from accessing the network. You can either manually add a MAC address or select the MAC address from the list of clients that are currently connected to the Broadband Router. Configure MAC Select Turn MAC Filtering Off, Allow MAC addresses Filtering: listed below, or Deny MAC addresses listed below from the drop-down menu.
Section 3 - Configuration Access Control The Access Control section allows you to control access in and out of your network. Use this feature as a parental control to only grant access to approved sites, limit web access based on time or dates, and/or block access from applications like P2P utilities or games. Add Policy: Click the Add Policy button to start the Access Control Wizard. Access Control Wizard Click Next to continue with the wizard.
Section 3 - Configuration Enter a name for the policy and then click Next to continue. Select a schedule (eg: Always) from the drop-down menu and then click Next to continue. Enter the following information and then click Next to continue. • Address Type - Select IP address, MAC address, or Other Machines. • IP Address - Enter the IP address of the computer you want to apply the rule to. • Machine Address - Enter the PC MAC address (i.e. 00:00.00.00.00).
Section 3 - Configuration Enter the rule: Enable - Check to enable the rule. Name - Enter a name for your rule. Dest IP Start - Enter the starting IP address. Dest IP End - Enter the ending IP address. Protocol - Select the protocol. Dest Port Start - Enter the starting port number. Dest Port End - Enter the ending port number. To enable web logging, click Enable. Click Save to save the access control rule. Your newly created policy will now show up under Policy Table.
Section 3 - Configuration Website Filters Website Filters are used to allow you to set up a list of Web sites that can be viewed by multiple users through the network. To use this feature select to Allow or Deny, enter the domain or website and click Save Settings. You must also select Apply Web Filter under the Access Control section. Add Website Select either DENY computers access to ONLY Filtering Rule: these sites or ALLOW computers access to ONLY these sites.
Section 3 - Configuration Inbound Filters The Inbound Filter option is an advanced method of controlling data received from the Internet. With this feature you can configure inbound data filtering rules that control data based on an IP address range. Inbound Filters can be used with Virtual Server, Port Forwarding, or Remote Administration features. Name: Enter a name for the inbound filter rule. Action: Select Allow or Deny. Enable: Check to enable rule. Remote IP Start: Enter the starting IP address.
Section 3 - Configuration Firewall Settings A firewall protects your network from the outside world. The DIR-810L offers a firewall type functionality. The SPI feature helps prevent cyber attacks. Sometimes you may want a computer exposed to the outside world for certain types of applications. The firewall setup also features a Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) option, which will expose the selected clients completely to the outside world.
Section 3 - Configuration DMZ IP Address: Specify the IP address of the computer on the LAN that you want to have unrestricted Internet communication. If this computer obtains it’s IP address automatically using DHCP, be sure to make a static reservation on the Setup > Network Settings page so that the IP address of the DMZ machine does not change. PPTP: Allows multiple machines on the LAN to connect to their corporate network using PPTP protocol.
Section 3 - Configuration Routing The Routing option is an advanced method of customizing specific routes of data through your network. Name: Enter a name for your route. Destination IP: Enter the IP address of packets that will take this route. Netmask: Enter the netmask of the route, please note that the octets must match your destination IP address. Gateway: Enter your next hop gateway to be taken if this route is used.
Section 3 - Configuration Advanced Wireless Transmit Power: Set the transmit power of the antennas. WLAN Partition: This enables 802.11d operation. 802.11d is a wireless specification developed to allow implementation of wireless networks in countries that cannot use the 802.11 standard. This feature should only be enabled if you are in a country that requires it. WMM Enable: WMM is QoS for your wireless network. This will improve the quality of video and voice applications for your wireless clients.
Section 3 - Configuration Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) System is a simplified method for securing your wireless network during the “Initial setup” as well as the “Add New Device” processes. The Wi-Fi Alliance has certified WPS across different products as well as manufacturers. The process as simple as pressing a button for the Push-Button Method or correctly entering an 8-digit code for the Pin Code Method.
Section 3 - Configuration Add Wireless This Wizard helps you add wireless devices to the wireless network. Station: The wizard will either display the wireless network settings to guide you through manual configuration, prompt you to enter the PIN for the device, or ask you to press the configuration button on the device.
Section 3 - Configuration Advanced Network Settings Enable UPnP: To use the Universal Plug and Play (UPnP™) feature click on Enabled. UPnP provides compatibility with networking equipment, software and peripherals. WAN Ping: Checking the box will allow the DIR-810L to respond to pings. Unchecking the box may provide some extra security from hackers. WAN Port Speed: You may set the port speed of the Internet port to 10Mbps, 100Mbps, or Auto (recommended).
Section 3 - Configuration Guest Zone The Guest Zone feature will allow you to create temporary zones that can be used by guests to access the Internet. These zones will be separate from your main wireless network. You may configure different zones for the 2.4GHz and 5GHz wireless bands. Enable Guest Check to enable the Guest Zone feature. Zone: Schedule: The schedule of time when the Guest Zone will be active. The schedule may be set to Always, which will allow the particular service to always be enabled.
Section 3 - Configuration IPv6 Firewall The DIR-810L’s IPv6 Firewall feature allows you to configure which kind of IPv6 traffic is allowed to pass through the device. The DIR-810L’s IPv6 Firewall functions in a similar way to the IP Filters feature. Enable Checkbox: Check the box to enable the IPv6 firewall simple security. Configure IPv6 Select an action from the drop-down menu. Firewall: Name: Enter a name to identify the IPv6 firewall rule.
Section 3 - Configuration IPv6 Routing This page allows you to specify custom routes that determine how data is moved around your network. Route List: Check the box next to the route you wish to enable. Name: Enter a specific name to identify this route. Destination IP/ This is the IP address of the router used to reach Prefix Length: the specified destination or enter the IPv6 address prefix length of the packets that will take this route. Metric: Enter the metric value for this rule here.
Section 3 - Configuration Tools Admin This page will allow you to change the Administrator and User passwords. You can also enable Remote Management. There are two accounts that can access the management interface through the web browser. The accounts are admin and user. Admin has read/write access while user has read-only access. User can only view the settings but cannot make any changes. Only the admin account has the ability to change both admin and user account passwords.
Section 3 - Configuration Time The Time Configuration option allows you to configure, update, and maintain the correct time on the internal system clock. From this section you can set the time zone that you are in and set the Time Server. Daylight Saving can also be configured to automatically adjust the time when needed. Time: Displays the current date and time of the router. Time Zone: Select your Time Zone from the drop-down menu.
Section 3 - Configuration SysLog The Broadband Router keeps a running log of events and activities occurring on the Router. You may send these logs to a SysLog server on your network. Enable Logging to Check this box to send the router logs to a SysLog SysLog Server: Server. SysLog Server IP The address of the SysLog server that will be Address: used to send the logs. You may also select your computer from the drop-down menu (only if receiving an IP address from the router via DHCP).
