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  • Page 1: User Manual

    Version 1.00| 01/09/2017 User Manual Covr Wi-Fi System DKT-883...

  • Page 2: Manual Revisions

    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. All other company or product names mentioned herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Dynamic DNS ...............72 Completing Setup..............16 IPv6 Host ................73 Setup Wizard ................17 Quick VPN ................74 Con guration..............21 Management................75 Home ....................22 Time & Schedule ..............75 Internet...................22 Time ..................75 DIR-883...................23 Schedule ................76 Connected Clients ..............24 System Log................77 Settings ..................25 Admin ..................79 D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...
  • Page 4 Windows® 10 ................111 Windows® 8................113 WPA/WPA2 ................. 113 Windows® 7................115 WPA/WPA2 ................. 115 Windows Vista®................. 118 WPA/WPA2 ................. 119 Troubleshooting ............121 Wireless Basics ...............125 What is Wireless?..............126 Wireless Modes................. 129 Networking Basics ............130 D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...

  • Page 5: Product Overview

    If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller. Note: Using a power supply with a di erent voltage rating than the ones included with the DIR-883 will cause damage and void the warranty for this product. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...

  • Page 6: System Requirements

    Utility Requirements • Firefox 28 or higher • Safari 6 or higher • Chrome 28 or higher Windows Users: Make sure you have the latest version of Java ® installed. Visit www.java.com to download the latest version. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...

  • Page 7: Introduction

    AC1300 Wi-Fi Range Extender. Covr builds a small-scale mesh-like wireless network which blankets your home or small o ce in high-speed wireless coverage, without dead spots or service interruptions. D-Link created the Covr Wi-Fi System to overcome the limitations of wireless technology and to satisfy the demand for Wi-Fi everywhere.
  • Page 8 Introduction (continued) This router is equipped with D-Link's Quick VPN technology. Using Quick VPN allows you to securely connect your computer or mobile device to places with free, untrusted Wi-Fi hotspots by encrypting and relaying your connection through your home Internet connection. This extra 'hop' reduces the chances of hackers stealing your information, such as logins, passwords, and credit card numbers.

  • Page 9: Features

    1 Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11a, 802.11g, 802.11n and 802.11ac speci cations. Actual data throughput will vary. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of network tra c, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. Environmental conditions will adversely a ect wireless signal range. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...

  • Page 10: Covr Wi-Fi

    Section 1 - Product Overview Covr Wi-Fi The Covr Wi-Fi System expands the size of your wireless network. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...

  • Page 11: Hardware Overview

    A solid light indicates that the 2.4 GHz wireless band is enabled. Wireless (5 GHz) LED A solid light indicates that the 5 GHz wireless band is enabled. A solid light indicates that a USB device is connected to the USB port. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...

  • Page 12: Connections

    Press to start the WPS process and automatically create a secure connection to a WPS client. Reset Button Insert a paperclip in the hole, wait for 10 seconds, and release to reset the router to default settings. Wireless On/O Button Press this button turn o or turn on the wireless networks. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...

  • Page 13: Dap-1665

    A solid light indicates a 5 GHz connection to the uplink router. Wireless (2.4 GHz) LED A solid light indicates that the 2.4 GHz wireless band is enabled. Wireless (5 GHz) LED A solid light indicates that the 5 GHz wireless band is enabled. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...

  • Page 14: Connections

    Press the power button to power the device on and o . Power Connector Connector for the supplied power adapter. WPS Button (on side) Press to start the WPS process and automatically create a secure connection to a WPS client. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...

  • Page 15: Installation

    • If you have DSL and are connecting via PPPoE, make sure you disable or uninstall any PPPoE software such as WinPoET, BroadJump, or EnterNet 300 from your computer or you will not be able to connect to the Internet. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...

  • Page 16: Wireless Installation Considerations

    The key to maximizing wireless range is to follow these basic guidelines: 1. Keep the number of walls and ceilings between the D-Link router and other network devices to a minimum - each wall or ceiling can reduce your adapter’s range from 1 to 30 meters (3 to 90 feet). Position your devices so that the number of walls or ceilings is minimized.

  • Page 17: Hardware Setup

    3. Turn o and unplug the power and Ethernet cable to your cable or DSL broadband modem. This is required. In some cases, you may need to turn it o for up to ve minutes. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...
  • Page 18 4. Use the included Ethernet cable to connect your modem to the port labeled INTERNET on the router. 5. Connect the supplied power adapters to the router and extender. Press the power buttons, and verify that the power LEDs are on. Note: This unit is to be used with power supply model TBA. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...
  • Page 19 Ethernet port on your computer. 7. From a web browser navigate to http://www.dlinkrouter.local./ and follow the onscreen instructions to complete. Proceed to Completing Setup on page 16. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...

  • Page 20: Completing Setup

    There are several di erent ways you can con gure your router to connect to the Internet and connect to your clients: • D-Link Setup Wizard - This wizard will launch when you log into the router for the rst time, refer to Setup Wizard on page 17.

  • Page 21: Setup Wizard

    Alternatively, enter the IP address of the router (default: http://192.168.0.1). The wizard is designed to guide you through a step-by-step process to con gure your new D-Link router and connect to the Internet. Click Next to continue. Internet device.
  • Page 22 If the router detected or you selected Static, enter the IP and DNS settings supplied by your Static IP ISP. Click Next to continue. Internet To set up this connection you will need to have a complete list of IP information by your D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...
  • Page 23 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 con guration utility. Click Next to continue. Internet password below. AdM!n_P@ssW0rd! D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...
  • Page 24 At the end of the wizard, you will be presented with a nal summary of your settings. Click Finish to close the wizard. The device will reboot. Congratulations, your device has been successfully con gured! Connection Type: D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...

  • Page 25: Con Guration

    The bar at the top of the page has quick access to Settings and Management functions. You Connected Clients: Internet Connected may quickly jump back Home at any time. Internet Note: The system will automatically log out after a period of inactivity. Internet IPv6 Cable Status: Connected FF:FF:FF:FF:FF:FF Connection Type: Connected D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...

  • Page 26: Home

    Click Release to disconnect from the Internet. If you do this and wish to reconnect, click Renew. Internet To recon gure the Internet settings, refer to Internet on page 25. Internet IPv6 Cable Status: Connected FF:FF:FF:FF:FF:FF Connection Type: Connected D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...

  • Page 27: Dir-883

    To recon gure the wireless settings, either click Go to settings, on the lower right, or click Settings (at the top of the page) and then Wireless on the menu that appears. Refer to FF:FF:FF:FF:FF:FF Status: Enabled Wireless on page 55 for more information. FF00::FF00:FF00:FF00:FF00 D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...

  • Page 28: Connected Clients

    Specify an IP address for the DIR-883's DHCP server to assign each IP Address time the device is detected. (Reserved): Parental Control: Enabled Allow or block access to the router. Parental Control: Always Off Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...

  • Page 29: Settings

    For PPPoE refer to page 28. PPPoE PPTP For PPTP refer to page 30. For L2TP refer to page 32. For DS-Lite refer to page 34. To con gure an IPv6 connection, click the IPv6 link. Refer to page 37. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...
  • Page 30 Internet port’s MAC address with the MAC address of a connected client. For more information on enabling the VLAN feature, refer to VLAN VLAN: Bridging on page 36. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...
  • Page 31 Internet port’s MAC address with the MAC address of a connected client. For more information on enabling the VLAN feature, refer to VLAN VLAN: Bridging on page 36. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...
  • Page 32 Enter the secondary DNS server IP address assigned by your ISP. Secondary DNS Server: Maximum Transmission Unit - you may need to change the MTU for MTU: optimal performance with your ISP. The recommended setting is Auto. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...
  • Page 33 Internet port’s MAC address with the MAC address of a connected client. For more information on enabling the VLAN feature, refer to VLAN VLAN: Bridging on page 36. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...
  • Page 34 To disable this feature, enable Auto- Time: reconnect. Advanced Settings Select Static IP if your ISP assigned you the IP address, subnet mask, Address Mode: gateway, and DNS server addresses. In most cases, select Dynamic IP. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...
  • Page 35 Enter the secondary DNS server IP address assigned by your ISP. Secondary DNS Server: Maximum Transmission Unit - you may need to change the MTU for MTU: optimal performance with your ISP. The recommended setting is Auto. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...
  • Page 36 To disable this feature, enable Auto- Time: reconnect. Advanced Settings Select Static IP if your ISP assigned you the IP address, subnet mask, Address Mode: gateway, and DNS server addresses. In most cases, select Dynamic IP. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...
  • Page 37 Enter the secondary DNS server IP address assigned by your ISP. Secondary DNS Server: Maximum Transmission Unit - you may need to change the MTU for MTU: optimal performance with your ISP. The recommended setting is Auto. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...
  • Page 38 Gateway: Manual Enter the AFTR IPv6 address used here. AFTR IPv6 Address: Enter the B4 IPv4 address value used here. B4 IPv6 Address: Once connected, the WAN IPv6 address is displayed here. WAN IPv6 Address: D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...
  • Page 39 Section 4 - Con guration DS-Lite (continued) Once connected, the IPv6 WAN default gateway address is displayed IPv6 WAN Default here. Gateway: Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...
  • Page 40 Internet VLan ID: Enter the VLAN ID for IPTV tra c. IPTV VLAN ID: Enter the VLAN ID for VoIP tra c. VoIP VLAN ID: Select the VLAN to apply to the corresponding interface. WAN Connection: D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...

  • Page 41: Ipv6

    For PPPoE refer to page 44. For IPv6 in IPv4 Tunnel refer to page 47. For 6 to 4 refer to page 50. For 6rd refer to page 52. For Local Connectivity Only refer to page 54. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...

  • Page 42: Auto Detection

    Server: Enter the secondary DNS server address. Secondary DNS Server: LAN IPv6 Address Settings Displays the router’s LAN IPv6 Address link-local address. LAN IPv6 Address: Displays the router’s LAN link-local address. LAN IPv6 Link- Local Address: D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...
  • Page 43 Enter the starting IPv6 address for the DHCP server’s IPv6 assignment. IPv6 Address Range (Start): Enter the ending IPv6 address for the DHCP server’s IPv6 assignment. IPv6 Address Range (End): Enter the IPv6 address lifetime (in minutes). IPv6 Advertisement Lifetime: Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...

  • Page 44: Static Ipv6

    Enter the subnet pre x length supplied by your ISP. Subnet Pre x Length: LAN IPv6 Address Settings Not Available Enter the LAN (local) IPv6 address for the router. LAN IPv6 Address: Displays the router’s LAN link-local address. LAN IPv6 Link- Local Address: D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...
  • Page 45 Enter the starting IPv6 address for the DHCP server’s IPv6 assignment. IPv6 Address Range (Start): Enter the ending IPv6 address for the DHCP server’s IPv6 assignment. IPv6 Address Range (End): Enter the IPv6 address lifetime (in minutes). IPv6 Advertisement Lifetime: Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...
  • Page 46 Enable or disable pre x delegation services. Enable DHCP-PD: Not Available If you disabled DHCP-PD, enter the LAN (local) IPv6 address for the LAN IPv6 Address: router. Displays the router’s LAN link-local address. LAN IPv6 Link- Not Available Local Address: D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...
  • Page 47 Enter the starting IPv6 address for the DHCP server’s IPv6 assignment. IPv6 Address Range (Start): Enter the ending IPv6 address for the DHCP server’s IPv6 assignment. IPv6 Address Range (End): Enter the IPv6 address lifetime (in minutes). IPv6 Advertisement Lifetime: Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...
  • Page 48 Username: Password: Select either Always On or Manual. Reconnect Mode: Address Mode: IP Address: Maximum Transmission Unit - you may need to change the MTU for MTU: optimal performance with your ISP. Always On MTU: bytes D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...
  • Page 49 Dynamic IP for address mode. If DHCP-PD is disabled or static address mode is selected, enter the LAN IPv6 Address: LAN (local) IPv6 address for the router. Displays the router’s LAN link-local address. LAN IPv6 Link- Local Address: D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...
  • Page 50 Enter the starting IPv6 address for the DHCP server’s IPv6 assignment. IPv6 Address Range (Start): Enter the ending IPv6 address for the DHCP server’s IPv6 assignment. IPv6 Address Range (End): Enter the IPv6 address lifetime (in minutes). IPv6 Advertisement Lifetime: Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...

  • Page 51: Ipv6 In Ipv4 Tunnel

    Select either Obtain DNS server address automatically or Use the DNS Type: following DNS address. If Use the following DNS address is selected: Enter the primary DNS server address. Primary DNS Server: Enter the secondary DNS server address. Secondary DNS Server: D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...
  • Page 52 Enabled Enabled Select SLAAC+RDNSS, SLAAC+Stateless DHCP, or Stateful DHCPv6. Autocon guration Type: minutes If you selected SLAAC+RDNSS or SLAAC+Stateless DHCP as the Autocon guration Type: Enter the router address advertisement lifetime (in minutes). Router Advertisement Lifetime: D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...
  • Page 53 Enter the ending IPv6 address for the DHCP server’s IPv6 assignment. IPv6 Address Range (End): Enabled Enabled Enter the IPv6 address lifetime (in minutes). IPv6 minutes Advertisement Lifetime: Enabled Click Save when you are done. Enabled minutes D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...
  • Page 54 Enter the secondary DNS server address. Secondary DNS Server: FFFF:FFFF:FFFF: Not Available LAN IPv6 Address Settings Enter the LAN (local) IPv6 address for the router. LAN IPv6 Address: Displays the router’s LAN link-local address. LAN IPv6 Link- Local Address: D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...
  • Page 55 Enter the starting IPv6 address for the DHCP server’s IPv6 assignment. IPv6 Address Range (Start): Enter the ending IPv6 address for the DHCP server’s IPv6 assignment. IPv6 Address Range (End): Enter the IPv6 address lifetime (in minutes). IPv6 Advertisement Lifetime: Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...
  • Page 56 Enter the 6rd border relay IPv4 address settings supplied by your ISP. 6rd Border Relay IPv4 Address: LAN IPv6 Address Settings Displays the router’s LAN IPv6 Address link-local address. LAN IPv6 Address: Displays the router’s LAN link-local address. LAN IPv6 Link- Local Address: D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...
  • Page 57 IPv6 Address Range (Start): minutes Enter the ending IPv6 address for the DHCP server’s IPv6 assignment. IPv6 Address Range (End): Enter the IPv6 address lifetime (in minutes). IPv6 Advertisement Lifetime: Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...
  • Page 58 ULA Pre x: Enabled Current IPv6 ULA Settings Enabled Displays the current ULA pre x. Current ULA Pre x: Displays the LAN's IPv6 ULA. LAN IPv6 ULA: Not Available Not Available Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...

  • Page 59: Wireless

    (WPS). Using WPS-PIN disabled by default due to security vulnerabilities. Enable or disable WPS-PBC fuctionality. WPS-PBC Status: Enable or disable WPS-PIN functionality. WPS-PIN Status: Refer to the next page if you wish to disable Smart Connect or click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...
  • Page 60 Select Auto 20/40/80 if you are using 802.11ac, 802.11n, and 802.11a Channel Width Always Enable devices, select Auto 20/40 if you are using 802.11n and 802.11a (5 GHz): devices, or select 20 MHz if you are only using 802.11a devices. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...
  • Page 61 The easiest way to connect your wireless devices to the router is with Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS). Using WPS-PIN disabled by default due to security vulnerabilities. Enable or disable WPS-PBC fuctionality. WPS-PBC Status: Enable or disable WPS-PIN functionality. WPS-PIN Status: Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...

  • Page 62: Guest Zone

    Create a password to use for wireless security. Password: Home Network Access Enabled Internet Access Only: Enabling this option will confine connectivity to the Internet, Internet Access disallowing guests from accessing other local network devices. Only: Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...

  • Page 63: Network

    Local Domain Auto Name: UPnP: Enabled Enabled Disable to transfer the DNS server information from your ISP to your Enable DNS Relay: Enabled computers. If enabled, your computers will use the router for a DNS server. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...
  • Page 64 Enable to allow IPv4 multicast tra c to pass through the router from IPv4 Multicast the Internet. Stream: Enable to allow IPv6 multicast tra c to pass through the router from IPv6 Multicast the Internet. Stream: Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...

  • Page 65: Features

    After the test is complete, the Uplink Speed and Downlink Speed values populate automatically. Alternatively, you may manually set these numbers based on information provided by your ISP. The following pages provide more detail and usage scenarios to help you improve your Internet experience. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...

  • Page 66: Manage By Application

    Be sure to keep your router rmware updated as new application tra c de nitions are included. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...

  • Page 67: Manage By Devices

    Mobile Phone, and then Your Server. Any remaining bandwidth is given to the Excessive Downloader. Manage by Devices utilizes the unique MAC address of each device to enforce QoS rules. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...

  • Page 68: Firewall Settings

    Enable this feature to protect your network from certain kinds of Enable Anti-Spoof “spoo ng” attacks. Checking: PPTP: Enabled Enabled Enable or disable IPv6 simple security. IPv6 Simple Enabled Security: Enabled Enable or disable IPv6 ingress ltering. IPv6 Ingress Filtering: D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...
  • Page 69 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 o . Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...

  • Page 70: Ipv4/Ipv6 Rules

    Use the drop-down menu to select a schedule to apply. The schedule Schedule: may be set to Always Enable, or you can create your own schedules in the Schedules section. Refer to Schedule on page 76 for more information. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...

  • Page 71: Port Forwarding

    Use the drop-down menu to select a schedule to apply. The schedule Schedule: may be set to Always Enable, or you can create your own schedules in the Schedules section. Refer to Schedule on page 76 for more information. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...

  • Page 72: Virtual Server

    Use the drop-down menu to select a schedule to apply. The schedule Schedule: may be set to Always Enable, or you can create your own schedules in the Schedules section. Refer to Schedule on page 76 for more information. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...

  • Page 73: Website Filter

    New Rule. Next, under Website URL/Domain enter the URL or domain. If you wish to remove a rule, click on its trash can 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-883 User Manual...

  • Page 74: Static Routes

    A value 1 is the lowest cost and 15 is the highest cost. Select the interface that the IP packet must use to transit out of the Interface: router when this route is used. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...

  • Page 75: Ipv6

    Enter the metric value for this rule here. Metric: Select the interface that the IP packet must use to transit out of the Interface: router when this route is used. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...

  • Page 76: Dynamic Dns

    IP address is. Owners Dynamic DNS of D-Link routers can use the dlinkdns service. In the Features menu on the bar on the top of the page, click Dynamic DNS.

  • Page 77: Ipv6 Host

    Enter the host name that you registered with your dynamic DNS Host Name: service provider. << Computer Name Enter the IPv6 address of the dynamic DNS server. Alternatively, select IPv6 Address: the server device in the drop-down menu. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...

  • Page 78: Quick Vpn

    Local Hard Drive: Choose the authentication protocol type: MSCHAPv2, PAP, or CHAP. Authentication MSCHAPv2 is the default. Protocol: Select the encryption cipher strength: none, RC4-40, or RC4-128. MPPE: RC4-128 is the default. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...

  • Page 79: Management

    Time: Click Save when you are done. To con gure and manage your schedules, click Schedule and refer to Schedule on page D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...

  • Page 80: Schedule

    You can add multiple days and periods of time to the schedule. To remove a time period from the schedule, click on the x icon. Click Save when you are done. Name: Wednesdays D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...

  • Page 81: System Log

    Enter the email address your SysLog messages will be sent from. From E-mail Address: Enter the email address your SysLog messages will be sent to. To E-mail Address: Enter your SMTP server address. SMTP Server Address: D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...
  • Page 82 The schedule may be set to Always Enable, or Account Name: you can create your own schedules in the Schedules section. Refer Password: to Schedule on page 76 for more information. Enabled Click Save when you are done. Enabled Always Enable D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...

  • Page 83: Admin

    Internet IP address of the DIR-883 and 8080 is the port used for the web management interface. Note: If you enabled HTTPS Server and wish to access the router remotely and securely, you must enter https:// at the beginning of the address. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...

  • Page 84: System

    You may set the DIR-883 to automatically reboot at a set time. The options Auto Reboot: are Never, Daily, Weekly. You may set the hour using a 24 hour format, the minute, and the day you wish to have the DIR-883 automatically reboot. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...

  • Page 85: Upgrade

    Next, click the Upgrade Firmware Firmware: button and browse to the le to install the new rmware. You can also browse to a language pack le to install a new language pack. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...

  • Page 86: Statistics

    You can view the Internet, LAN, Wi-Fi 2.4 GHz, or Wi-Fi 5 GHz statistics by clicking on the respective tabs at the top. The graph will update in real time. To clear the information on Clear the graph, click Clear. Internet The tra c counter will reset if the device is rebooted. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...

  • Page 87: Quick Vpn

    Quick VPN This router is equipped with D-Link's Quick VPN technology. Virtual Private Networking (VPN) creates a connection between devices across the Internet. Using Quick VPN allows you to securely connect your computer or mobile device to places with free, untrusted Wi-Fi hotspots in places like co ee shops and hotels by encrypting and relaying it through your home Internet connection.

  • Page 88: Important Information

    Important Information The following instructions explain and help you to con gure your D-Link Quick VPN enabled router and devices to create a Virtual Private Network (VPN). This feature is provided for advanced users who wish to connect remotely and use their router's Internet connection to add a layer of security while using untrusted networks.

  • Page 89: Quick Vpn Server Setup Instructions

    Choose the authentication protocol type: MSCHAPv2, PAP, or CHAP. Authentication MSCHAPv2 is the default. Protocol: Select the encryption cipher strength: none, RC4-40, or RC4-128. MPPE: RC4-128 is the default. Click Save when you are done. Click Save and proceed to client setup pages. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...

  • Page 90: Ios Devices

    This section provides Quick VPN setup instructions for iOS devices using the Export Pro le function. Refer to Quick VPN Server Setup Instructions on page 85 for more information. Open the e-mail containing your Quick VPN pro le. Open the attachment. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...
  • Page 91 Section 6 - Quick VPN VPN Setup Instructions (Continued) The Install Pro le dialog will appear, tap Install in the upper right hand corner of your screen. Enter your device's passcode when prompted. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...
  • Page 92 Acknowledge the disclaimer by tapping Install in the upper right hand corner. Tap the red Install button. Enter the Shared Secret (PSK) from the Quick VPN con guration page. Tap Done. Your iOS device is now con gured to connect to your Quick VPN server. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...
  • Page 93 To connect or disconnect from to your Quick VPN server, open Settings and tap the button next to VPN. The VPN icon will appear in the noti cation area at the top of your screen indicating that your device is currently connected to the Quick VPN server. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...

  • Page 94: Mac Os X

    Open the exported pro le. The Install Pro le dialog will appear; click Continue and Install. Enter your user account password when prompted. Close the Pro les dialog. > System Preferences... > Network and select the Quick VPN connection Go to and click Authentication Settings. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...
  • Page 95 Section 6 - Quick VPN VPN Setup Instructions (Continued) Enter your Passkey in the Shared Secret text box and click OK, Apply, then OK. Your Mac is now con gured to connect to your Quick VPN server. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...
  • Page 96 Section 6 - Quick VPN Connect or Disconnect To connect to or disconnect from your Quick VPN server, go to > System Preferences... > Network. Select the Quick VPN connection and click on the Connect or Disconnect button. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...

  • Page 97: Windows 7

    Enter the IP/DDNS address of your Quick VPN server in the Internet address box, create a name for your connection in the Destination Name, check Don't Connect now; just set it up so I can connect later, and click Next. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...
  • Page 98 Password and check Remember this password. Click Create to continue. Do not click Connect Now. Click Close. Click the Start button and type view network connections into the Search programs and les text box. Select View network connections. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...
  • Page 99 Click Advanced settings. Enter your Passkey in the Key text box under Use preshared key for authentication. Click OK to close Advanced Properties and click OK to close Quick VPN Connection Properties. Your Windows 7 system is now con gured to connect to your Quick VPN server. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...
  • Page 100 To connect to or disconnect from your Quick VPN server, click on the Network Settings icon in the noti cation area of the Windows taskbar and from the Dial Up and VPN section click on your Quick VPN connection and click on the Connect or Disconnect button. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...

  • Page 101: Windows 8.1/8

    Windows 8.1/8 VPN Setup Instructions This section provides Quick VPN setup instructions for Windows 8.1/8 Click the Start button and type vpn. Select Manage virtual private networks. From the Network Settings page, click Add a VPN Connection. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...
  • Page 102 Enter your IP/DDNS address of your Quick VPN server. Select User name and password from Type of sign-in info. If you would like windows to remember your sign-in information, enter your User name, Password, and select Remember my sign-in info Choose Save. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...
  • Page 103 Section 6 - Quick VPN VPN Setup Instructions (Continued) Right-click on the Quick VPN Connection you just created and left-click on Properties. Select the Security tab. For the Type of VPN, select Layer 2 Tunneling with IPsec (L2TP/IPSec). D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...
  • Page 104 Click the Start button and type view network connections. Select View network connections. Right-click your Quick VPN Connection and left-click Properties. Select the Security tab. For the Type of VPN, select Layer 2 Tunneling with IPsec (L2TP/IPSec). D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...
  • Page 105 Click Advanced settings. Enter your Passkey in the Key text box under Use preshared key for authentication. Click OK to close Advanced Properties and click OK to close Quick VPN Properties. Your Windows 8.1/8 system is now con gured to connect to your Quick VPN server. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...
  • Page 106 To connect to or disconnect from your Quick VPN server, click on the Network Settings icon in the noti cation area of the Windows taskbar. Click on your Quick VPN connection and click on the Connect or Disconnect button. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...

  • Page 107: Windows 10

    Section 6 - Quick VPN Windows 10 VPN Setup Instructions This section provides Quick VPN setup instructions for Windows 10. Click Start > Settings > Network & Internet > Network and Sharing Center > VPN > Add a VPN Connection. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...
  • Page 108 If you would like windows to remember your sign-in information, enter your User name, Password, and select Remember my sign-in info Choose Save. Your Windows 10 system is now con gured to connect to your Quick VPN server. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...
  • Page 109 To connect to or disconnect from your Quick VPN server, click on the Network Settings icon in the noti cation area of the Windows taskbar and click on your Quick VPN connection. The Network & Internet Settings page will open. Click on the Connect or Disconnect button. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...

  • Page 110: Android

    Section 6 - Quick VPN Android VPN Setup Instructions This section provides Quick VPN setup instructions for Android devices. Your device's screens may vary. Go to Settings > More from the Wireless & networks > VPN > + D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...
  • Page 111 Select L2TP/IPSec PSK for Type. Enter the IP/DDNS address of your Quick VPN server. Enter your Passkey in IPSec pre-shared key eld. Choose Save. Your Android device is now con gured to connect to your Quick VPN server. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...
  • Page 112 Section 6 - Quick VPN Connect or Disconnect To connect to or disconnect from your Quick VPN server, go to Settings > More from the Wireless & networks > VPN and select the Quick VPN connection you created. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...
  • Page 113 Section 6 - Quick VPN Connect or Disconnect (Continued) To connect, enter your Username and Password and select CONNECT. To disconnect, select DISCONNECT. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...

  • Page 114: Connecting A Wireless Client To Your Router

    Step 2 - Within 2 minutes, press the WPS button on your wireless device (or launch the software utility and start the WPS process). Step 3 - Allow up to 1 minute for your connection to be con gured. Once the Internet light stops blinking, you will be connected and your wireless connection will be secure with WPA2. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...

  • Page 115: Windows® 10

    To join an existing network, locate the wireless network icon in the taskbar, next to the time display, and click on it. Wireless Icon Clicking on this icon will display a list of wireless networks which are within range of your computer. Select the desired network by clicking on the SSID. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...
  • Page 116 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-883 User Manual...

  • Page 117: Windows® 8

    To join an existing network, locate the wireless network icon in the taskbar next to the time display. Wireless Icon Clicking on this icon will display a list of wireless networks that are within connecting proximity of your computer. Select the desired network by clicking on the network name. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...
  • Page 118 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-883 User Manual...

  • Page 119: Windows® 7

    If you are joining an existing network, you will need to know the security key or passphrase being used. Click on the wireless icon in your system tray (lower-right corner). Wireless Icon The utility will display any available wireless networks in your area. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...
  • Page 120 If you 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. The following window appears while your computer tries to connect to the router. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...
  • Page 121 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-883 User Manual...

  • Page 122: Windows Vista

    (displayed using the SSID) and click the Connect button. If you get a good signal but cannot access the Internet, check you TCP/IP settings for your wireless adapter. Refer to the Networking Basics section in this manual for more information. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...

  • Page 123: Wpa/Wpa2

    Open the Windows Vista® Wireless Utility by right-clicking on the wireless computer icon in your system tray (lower right corner of screen). Select Connect to a network. Highlight the Wi-Fi name (SSID) you would like to connect to and click Connect. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...
  • Page 124 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-883 User Manual...

  • Page 125: Troubleshooting

    Why can’t I access the web-based con guration utility? When entering the IP address of the D-Link router (192.168.0.1 for example), you are not connecting to a website, nor do you have to be connected to the Internet. The device has the utility built-in to a ROM chip in the device itself. Your computer must be on the same IP subnet to connect to the web-based utility.
  • Page 126 • Close your web browser (if open) and open it. • Access the web management. Open your web browser and enter the IP address of your D-Link router in the address bar. This should open the login page for your web management.
  • Page 127 • Windows® 95, 98, and Me users type in command (Windows® NT, 2000, XP, Vista®, and 7 users type in cmd) and press Enter (or click OK). • Once the window opens, you’ll need to do a special ping. Use the following syntax: ping [url] [-f] [-l] [MTU value] Example: ping yahoo.com -f -l 1472 D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...
  • Page 128 • To change the MTU, enter the number in the MTU eld 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-883 User Manual...

  • Page 129: Wireless Basics

    D-Link wireless products are based on industry standards to provide easy-to-use and compatible high-speed wireless connectivity within your home, business, or on public access wireless networks. Strictly adhering to the IEEE standard, the D-Link wireless family of products will allow you to securely access the data you want, when, and where you want it.

  • Page 130: What Is Wireless

    D-Link is the worldwide leader and award winning designer, developer, and manufacturer of networking products. D-Link delivers the performance you need at a price you can a ord. D-Link has all the products you need to build your network. How does wireless work? Wireless works similarly to how cordless phones work, through radio signals that transmit data from one point A to point B.
  • Page 131 PDAs, headphones, laptops, speakers, and other devices that operate on batteries. Who uses wireless? Wireless technology as become so popular in recent years that almost everyone is using it, whether it’s for home, o ce, business, D-Link has a wireless solution for it.
  • Page 132 The wireless connection in public places is usually called “hotspots”. Using a D-Link USB adapter with your laptop, you can access the hotspot to connect to the Internet from remote locations like: airports, hotels, co ee shops, libraries, restaurants, and convention centers.

  • Page 133: Wireless Modes

    An Infrastructure network contains 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-883 User Manual...

  • Page 134: Networking Basics

    Check your IP address After you install your new D-Link adapter, by default, the TCP/IP settings should be set to obtain an IP address from a DHCP server (i.e. wireless router) automatically. To verify your IP address, please follow the steps below.

  • Page 135: Statically Assign An Ip Address

    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-883 User Manual...

  • Page 136: Wireless Security

    The password can include symbols (!?*&_) and spaces. This key must be the exact same key entered on your wireless 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-883 User Manual...

  • Page 137: Technical Speci Cations

    Environmental factors will adversely a ect wireless signal range. 2 Frequency Range varies depending on country’s regulation. 3 The DIR-883 does not include 5.25-5.35 GHz & 5.47-5.725 GHz in some regions. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...

  • Page 138: Dap-1655

    Environmental factors will adversely a ect wireless signal range. 2 Frequency Range varies depending on country’s regulation. 3 The DIR-883 does not include 5.25-5.35 GHz & 5.47-5.725 GHz in some regions. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...

  • Page 139: Regulatory Information

    Potencia máxima de Salida Frequenza/e Potenza max. Output Frequentie(s) Max. Output Power 5.15 – 5.25 GHz 200 mW 5.25 – 5.35 GHz 200 mW 5.47 – 5.725 GHz 2.4 G 2.4 – 2.4835 GHz 100 mW D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...
  • Page 140 υλικολογισμικό του προϊόντος είναι διαθέσιμα για λήψη από τη σελίδα του προϊόντος στην τοποθεσία www.dlink. com. Par les présentes, D-Link Corporation déclare que ce produit, ces accessoires et ce logiciel sont conformes aux Français [French] directives 2014/53/UE.Le texte complet de la déclaration de conformité de l'UE et le icroprogramme du produit sont disponibles au téléchargement sur la page des produits à...
  • Page 141 2014/53/EU. Pełen tekst deklaracji zgodności UE oraz oprogramowanie sprzętowe do produktu można pobrać na stronie produktu w witrynie www.dlink.com. Desta forma, a D-Link Corporation declara que este produto, os acessórios e o software estão em conformidade Português [Portuguese] com a diretiva 2014/53/UE. O texto completo da declaração de conformidade da UE e do rmware...
  • Page 142 2014/53/EU. Hela texten med EU-försäkran om överensstämmelse och produkt- rmware kan hämtas från produktsidan på www.dlink.com. Hér með lýsir D-Link Corporation því y r að þessi vara, fylgihlutir og hugbúnaður eru í samræmi við tilskipun Íslenska [Icelandic] 2014/53/EB. Sækja má ESB-samræmisy rlýsinguna í heild sinni og fastbúnað vörunnar af vefsíðu vörunnar á www.
  • Page 143 Access Points unterstützen die Funktionen DFS (Dynamic Frequency Selection) und TPC (Transmit Power Control) wie erforderlich bei Betrieb auf 5 GHz innerhalb der EU. • Bitte schlagen Sie im Handbuch oder Datenblatt nach nach, ob Ihr Gerät eine 2,4 GHz und / oder 5 GHz Verbindung nutzt. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...
  • Page 144 5 Ghz dentro de la UE. • Por favor compruebe el manual o la cha de producto para comprobar si el producto utiliza las bandas inalámbricas de 2.4 GHz y/o la de 5 GHz. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...
  • Page 145 Toegangspunten ondersteunen DFS (Dynamic Frequency Selection) en TPC (Transmit Power Control) functionaliteit zoals vereist bij gebruik in 5 GHz binnen de EU. • Raadpleeg de handleiding of de datasheet om te controleren of uw product gebruik maakt van 2.4 GHz en/of 5 GHz. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...
  • Page 146 • Halten Sie das Produkt von Heizkörpern und anderen Quellen fern, die Wärme erzeugen. • Trennen Sie das Produkt immer von der Stromzufuhr, bevor Sie es reinigen und verwenden Sie dazu ausschließlich ein trockenes fusselfreies Tuch. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...
  • Page 147 • Mantenga el producto alejado de los radiadores y de otras fuentes de calor. • Desenchufe siempre el producto de la alimentación de red antes de limpiarlo y utilice solo un paño seco sin pelusa. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...
  • Page 148 • Houd het product uit de buurt van radiators en andere warmtebronnen. • U dient het product steeds los te koppelen van de stroom voordat u het reinigt en gebruik uitsluitend een droge pluisvrije doek. D-Link DIR-883 User Manual...
  • Page 149 D-Link designs and builds its products to be as environmentally friendly as possible, by using recyclable, low toxic materials in both products and packaging. D-Link recommends that you always switch o or unplug your D-Link products when they are not in use. By doing so you will help to save energy and reduce CO2 emissions.
  • Page 150 D-Link et l’environnement Chez D-Link, nous sommes conscients de l'impact de nos opérations et produits sur l'environnement et nous engageons à le réduire. Pour limiter cet impact, D-Link conçoit et fabrique ses produits de manière aussi écologique que possible, en utilisant des matériaux recyclables et faiblement toxiques, tant dans ses produits que ses emballages.
  • Page 151 D-Link zijn producten zo milieuvriendelijk mogelijk, door het gebruik van recycleerbare producten met lage toxiciteit in product en verpakking. D-Link raadt aan om steeds uw D-Link producten uit te schakelen of uit de stekker te halen wanneer u ze niet gebruikt. Door dit te doen bespaart u energie en beperkt u de CO2-emissies.
  • Page 152 D-Link a životní prostředí Ve společnosti D-Link jsme si vědomi vlivu našich provozů a výrobků na životní prostředí a snažíme se o minimalizaci těchto vlivů. Proto své výrobky navrhujeme a vyrábíme tak, aby byly co nejekologičtější, a ve výrobcích i obalech používáme recyklovatelné a nízkotoxické materiály.
  • Page 153 D-Link produkter som er så miljøvennlig som mulig, ved å bruke resirkulerbare, lav-toksiske materialer både i produktene og forpakningen. D-Link anbefaler at du alltid slår av eller frakobler D-Link-produkter når de ikke er i bruk. Ved å gjøre dette hjelper du å spare energi og å redusere CO2-utslipp.
  • Page 154 D-Link sine produkter, så de er så miljøvenlige som muligt, ved at bruge genanvendelige materialer med lavt giftighedsniveau i både produkter og emballage. D-Link anbefaler, at du altid slukker eller frakobler dine D-Link-produkter, når de ikke er i brug. Ved at gøre det bidrager du til at spare energi og reducere CO2-udledningerne.
  • Page 155 D-Link och miljön På D-Link förstår vi och är fast beslutna att minska den påverkan våra verksamheter och produkter kan ha på miljön. För att minska denna påverkan utformar och bygger D-Link sina produkter för att de ska vara så miljövänliga som möjligt, genom att använda återvinningsbara material med låg gifthalt i både produkter och förpackningar.
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