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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 Hardware Revision Date Description v1.00 2022/04/21 Initial release...
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ErP Power Usage This device is an Energy Related Product (ErP) with High Network Availability (HiNA), and automatically switches to a power- saving Network Standby mode within 1 minute of no packets being transmitted. Network Standby: 1.77W D-Link R12 User Manual...
Wizard ..................26 Static Routes - IPv4 .............77 Internet - IPv4 ...............27 Static Routes - IPv6 .............78 IPv4 - Dynamic IP (DHCP) ..........28 Dynamic DNS ...............79 IPv4 - Static IP ..............29 Management ................81 IPv4 - PPPoE ..............30 D-Link R12 User Manual...
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Upgrade .................87 Statistics .................88 EAGLE PRO AI ..............89 Voice Control ..............93 Link D-Link Cloud Service with Other Services ....94 Amazon Alexa Setup ............99 Amazon Alexa Voice Commands ....... 102 The Google Assistant Setup ......... 103 Google Assistant Voice Commands ......105 Connect a Wireless Client to your Router ....106...
If any of the above items are missing or damaged, please contact your local reseller. Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with the router will cause damage and void the warranty for this product. D-Link R12 User Manual...
• Safari 6 or higher • Chrome 28 or higher EAGLE PRO AI APP • iOS® or Android™ device (Please refer to the description of the Requirements app’s page to check whether your device is compatible.) D-Link R12 User Manual...
Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11n, 802.11ac specifications. Actual data throughput will vary. Network conditions and environmental factors - including volume of network traffic, building materials and construction, and network overhead - lower actual data throughput rate. Environmental factors will adversely affect wireless signal range. D-Link R12 User Manual...
LED is blinking at the same time. Solid White The 5 GHz wireless band is enabled. Wireless The device is transmitting data. It is processing WPS if the above 2.4 GHz (5 GHz) Blinking White LED is blinking at the same time. D-Link R12 User Manual...
Connect Ethernet devices such as computers, switches, storage (NAS) devices, and servers. (1- 4) Gigabit Internet Port Use an Ethernet cable to connect your broadband modem to this port. Power Connector Connector for the supplied power adapter. D-Link R12 User Manual...
• 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 R12 User Manual...
1. Keep the number of walls and ceilings between the D-Link router and other network devices to a minimum - each wall or ceiling can reduce your adapter’s range from 3-90 feet (1-30 meters.) Position your devices so that the number of walls or ceilings is minimized.
• Hardware Setup - This section explains how to set up your R12. Refer to Hardware Setup on page 10. • D-Link Setup Wizard - 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.
Launch EAGLE PRO AI from the home screen of your device. R12-0088 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 R12 User Manual...
Turn off and unplug the power to your cable or DSL broadband modem. This is required. In some cases, you may need to turn it off for up to five minutes. Step 3 Use the Ethernet cable to connect your modem to the port labelled INTERNET on the router. D-Link R12 User Manual...
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Refer to Connect a Wireless Client to your Router on page 106 for detailed instructions on Wi- Fi network connection. Note: The Wi-Fi name (SSID), Wi-Fi password, and device password are printed on the device label on the bottom of the device. SSID: Password : D-Link R12 User Manual...
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If you are connecting to a broadband service that uses a dynamic connection (not PPPoE), you may be online already. Try opening a web browser and connecting to a website. If the website does not load, proceed to Setup Wizard on page 13. D-Link R12 User Manual...
The web address and device password for accessing the web configuration are printed on the device label on the bottom of the device. Agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy before proceeding to the Operation Mode page. D-Link R12 User Manual...
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Section 2 - Installation Depending on your selection for operation mode, follow the on-screen instructions to configure your new D-Link device and connect to the Internet. Click Next to continue. Connect the router and the modem with an Ethernet cable.
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If you do not have this information, please contact your ISP. Click Next to continue. Note: Be sure to remove all other existing PPPoE software from your computer. The software is no longer needed and will not work through a router. D-Link R12 User Manual...
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Type in a Wi-Fi Network Name and Wi-Fi Password to set up your Wi-Fi network. Your wireless clients will need this network password to be able to connect to the wireless network. Click Next to continue. D-Link R12 User Manual...
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Note: It is strongly recommended that you change the default device password for accessing the web configuration page. Click Next to continue. Select your time zone from the drop-down menu. Click Next to continue. D-Link R12 User Manual...
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Choose whether to keep your device up-to-date automatically or to manage the device updates by yourself. Click Next 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 R12 User Manual...
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Your new settings have been saved and your router is now configured. Click OK to close the Setup Wizard. Congratulations, your device has been successfully configured! You can log in to the web configuration interface with the Admin Password. D-Link R12 User Manual...
You can access AI Assistant (an AI-assisted message center for reports on Wi-Fi conditions). Note that you need to turn on AI Wi-Fi Optimizer to receive messages. Note: The system will automatically log out after a period (180 seconds) of inactivity. D-Link R12 User Manual...
The Home page shows whether the router is currently connected to the Internet. If it is disconnected, click Click to repair to bring up the setup wizard, refer to the Setup Wizard on page 13 for more information. D-Link R12 User Manual...
Click IPv4 or IPv6 to see details of the IPv4 connection and IPv6 connection respectively. Click Release IP Address to disconnect from the Internet. To reconnect, click Renew IP Address. To reconfigure the Internet settings, refer to Internet - IPv4 on page 27. D-Link R12 User Manual...
60 for more information. To reconfigure wireless settings, either click Go to settings on the lower right, or click Settings > Wireless menu (in the left pane). Refer to Wireless on page 53 for more information. D-Link R12 User Manual...
On this page you can see all the clients currently connected to the router along with their IP addresses and device manufacturers. To view more 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 R12 User Manual...
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You can also block access to unwanted websites. Refer to Features > Parental Control on page 64 for more information. Click Save when you are done. D-Link R12 User Manual...
Go to Settings > Wizard to open the setup wizard. This is the same wizard that appears when you start the router for the first time. Refer to Setup Wizard on page 13 for details. Note: When the Wizard is opened, the router will disconnect from the Internet. D-Link R12 User Manual...
For IPv4 - Static IP refer to page 29 For IPv4 - PPPoE refer to page 30 For IPv4 - PPTP refer to page 32 For IPv4 - L2TP refer to page 34 For IPv4 - DS-Lite refer to page 36 D-Link R12 User Manual...
MAC Address Clone The default MAC address is set to the Internet port’s physical interface MAC address on the router. You can replace the Internet port’s MAC address with the MAC address of a connected client. D-Link R12 User Manual...
MAC Address Clone The default MAC address is set to the Internet port’s physical interface MAC address on the router. You can replace the INTERNET port’s MAC address with the MAC address of a connected client. D-Link R12 User Manual...
Dynamic IP. Advanced Settings... - 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 IP address assigned by your ISP. D-Link R12 User Manual...
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MAC Address Clone The default MAC address is set to the Internet port’s physical interface MAC address on the router. You can replace the Internet port’s MAC address with the MAC address of a connected client. D-Link R12 User Manual...
IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS server addresses. In most cases, select Dynamic IP. Advanced Settings... - Dynamic IP Address Mode Shows your chosen address mode. Primary DNS Server Enter the primary DNS server IP address assigned by your ISP. D-Link R12 User Manual...
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Secondary DNS Server Enter the secondary DNS server IP address assigned by your ISP. Maximum Transmission Unit (1280~1460) - you may need to change the MTU for optimal performance with your ISP. The default is 1400. D-Link R12 User Manual...
Advanced Settings... - Dynamic IP Address Mode Shows your chosen address mode. Primary DNS Server Enter the primary DNS server IP address assigned by your ISP. Secondary DNS Server Enter the secondary DNS server IP address assigned by your ISP. D-Link R12 User Manual...
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Secondary DNS Server Enter the secondary DNS server IP address assigned by your ISP. Maximum Transmission Unit (1280~1460) - you may need to change the MTU for optimal performance with your ISP. The default is 1400. D-Link R12 User Manual...
B4 IPv4 Address Enter the B4 IPv4 address. WAN IPv6 Address Once connected, the WAN IPv6 address will be displayed here. IPv6 WAN Default Once connected, the IPv6 WAN default gateway address will be displayed here. Gateway D-Link R12 User Manual...
For IPv6 - Auto Configuration (SLAAC/DHCPv6) refer to page 42 For IPv6 - PPPoE refer to page 45 For IPv6 - 6rd refer to page 48 For IPv6 - Local Connectivity Only refer to page 50 D-Link R12 User Manual...
Displays the router’s LAN link-local address, which is used only Address within the local network. If Enable DHCP-PD is disabled, enter the following: LAN IPv6 Address Enter a valid LAN IPv6 address. LAN IPv6 Link-Local Displays the router’s LAN link-local address. Address D-Link R12 User Manual...
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Enter the start IPv6 address for the DHCP server’s IPv6 Range (Start) assignment. IPv6 Address Enter the end IPv6 address 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 R12 User Manual...
Enter the primary DNS server address. Secondary DNS Server Enter the secondary DNS server address. LAN IPv6 Address Settings LAN IPv6 Address Enter the LAN (local) IPv6 address for the router. LAN IPv6 Link-Local Displays the router’s LAN link-local address. Address D-Link R12 User Manual...
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Enter the start IPv6 address for the DHCP server’s IPv6 Range (Start) assignment. IPv6 Address Enter the end IPv6 address 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 R12 User Manual...
Displays the router’s LAN link-local address. Address If Enable DHCP-PD is disabled, configure the following: LAN IPv6 Address 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 R12 User Manual...
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If you select Stateful DHCPv6 as the Autoconfiguration Type: IPv6 Address Enter the start IPv6 address for 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 R12 User Manual...
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Enter the start IPv6 address for the DHCP server’s IPv6 Range (Start) assignment. IPv6 Address Enter the end IPv6 address for the 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 R12 User Manual...
Enter the ISP service name (optional). Reconnect Mode 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 R12 User Manual...
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Dynamic IP is used for Address Mode. LAN IPv6 Address Enter the IPv6 address provided by your ISP. LAN IPv6 Link-Local Displays the router’s LAN link-local address for the local Address network only. D-Link R12 User Manual...
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If you select Stateful DHCPv6 as the Autoconfiguration Type: IPv6 Address Enter the start IPv6 address for 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 R12 User Manual...
Enter the 6rd IPv6 network address and prefix length (1~128) supplied by your ISP. WAN IPv4 Address Enter the IPv4 network prefix. 6rd Border Relay IPv4 Enter the 6rd border relay IPv4 address settings supplied by your ISP. Address D-Link R12 User Manual...
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Enter the start IPv6 address for the DHCP server’s IPv6 Range (Start) assignment. IPv6 Address Enter the end IPv6 address for 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 R12 User Manual...
ULA Prefix If you disable Use Default ULA Prefix, enter your own ULA prefix. Advanced Settings... - Current IPv6 ULA Settings Current ULA Prefix Displays the current ULA prefix. LAN IPv6 ULA Displays the LAN's IPv6 ULA. D-Link R12 User Manual...
Click Save at any time to save the changes you have made on this page. Status Click to enable or disable the Triple-Play VLAN feature. More configuration options will be available if the Status is enabled. D-Link R12 User Manual...
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ID tag. Interface Traffic Type Setting LAN Port 1-4 Select the type of connection (Internet, IPTV, or VoIP) coming from the Internet connection to each interface on the router. D-Link R12 User Manual...
Wi-Fi Name (SSID) Create a name for your wireless network. Up to 32 characters are allowed. Password Create a Wi-Fi password. Wireless clients will need to enter this password (8-63 characters) to successfully connect to the network. D-Link R12 User Manual...
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Enable or disable the 2.4GHz / 5GHz wireless network. Wi-Fi Name (SSID) Create a name for your wireless network. Up to 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 R12 User Manual...
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To add a time period to the schedule, simply click on the start time and drag to the end time. You can add multiple days and multiple periods per day to the schedule. D-Link R12 User Manual...
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To add a time period to the schedule, simply click on the start time and drag to the end time. You can add multiple days and multiple periods per day to the schedule. D-Link R12 User Manual...
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The easiest way to connect your wireless devices to the router is with Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS). WPS-PBC Status Enable or disable WPS-PBC (Push Button Configuration) functionality. Press to establish a connection with another WPS compatible device. Note that WPS will be disabled if WPA3 is used. D-Link R12 User Manual...
To add a time period to the schedule, simply click on the start time and drag to the end time. You can add multiple days and multiple periods per day to the schedule. D-Link R12 User Manual...
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Note that WPS will be disabled if WPA3 is used. Home Network Access Internet Access Only Enabling this option will confine connectivity to the Internet and prevent guests from accessing other local network devices. D-Link R12 User Manual...
Enable DNS Relay Disable this option to transfer the DNS server information from your ISP to network clients for setting DNS server. If enabled, network clients will then set the router's IP address as the DNS server. D-Link R12 User Manual...
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Allow or disallow IPv4 multicast traffic to pass through the router from the Internet. This is enabled by default. IPv6 Multicast Streams Allow or disallow IPv6 multicast traffic to pass through the router from the Internet. This is enabled by default. D-Link R12 User Manual...
D-Link Cloud Go to Settings > D-Link Cloud to see your D-Link Cloud Service details. This page lists whether you are registered with D-Link Cloud Service and email address associated with the account. It enables you to manage your device anytime, anywhere and check the status of your router.
Extender Mode: In this mode, this device acts as an extender to connect your wireless devices, expanding Wi-Fi coverage. It provides connectivity between various wireless devices. This can be useful if you already have an existing wireless router. You can then manage the extender through the main router under this mode. D-Link R12 User Manual...
You can add multiple days and multiple periods per day to the schedule. If no time periods are selected, all devices in this profile will be denied Internet access. D-Link R12 User Manual...
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You can also modify or delete an existing profile by clicking Edit or Delete respectively.On the Edit page for a selected profile, you can click to pause Internet access to specified devices of the profile immediately. D-Link R12 User Manual...
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State the message to inform the user about the restricted access. Reset this message Click this button to reset the modified message to its factory default. Preview this message Display the presentation of the message on a new webpage. D-Link R12 User Manual...
The rate at which the data is being transferred to the Internet. Download Speed The rate at which the data is being transferred to the router. (Mbps) Click Apply to QoS after the Speed Test to automatically fill in the above information. D-Link R12 User Manual...
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Priority: Select the priority for the client device with the following categories: Normal; High: Always Enable, for 1 Day, for 4 Hours, for 2 Hours, or for 1 Hour; Low: Always Enable, for 1 Day, for 4 Hours, for 2 Hours, or for 1 Hour. D-Link R12 User Manual...
IPv6 Simple Security Enable or disable IPv6 simple security. A simple firewall configuration that denies access directly to computers behind the router. IPv6 Ingress Filtering Enable or disable IPv6 ingress filtering for incoming packets to prevent suspicious senders. D-Link R12 User Manual...
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NAT. Some VoIP applications and devices have the ability to discover NAT devices and work around them. This ALG may interfere with the operation of such devices. If you are having trouble making VoIP calls, try turning this ALG off. D-Link R12 User Manual...
If you want to remove a rule, click in the Delete column. If 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 R12 User Manual...
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The schedule may be set to Always Enable, or you can create your own schedules in the Schedules section. Refer to Management > Time & Schedule - Schedule on page 82 for more information. A maximum of 24 rules can be defined. D-Link R12 User Manual...
If you want to remove a rule, click in the Delete column. If 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 R12 User Manual...
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Use the drop-down menu to select the time schedule for the rule. The schedule may be set to Always Enable, or you can create your own schedules in the Schedules section. Refer to Management > Time & Schedule - Schedule on page 82 for more information. D-Link R12 User Manual...
If you wish to remove a rule, click in the Delete column. If 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 R12 User Manual...
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Use the drop-down menu to select the time schedule for the rule. The schedule may be set to Always Enable, or you can create your own schedules in the Schedules section. Refer to Time & Schedule - Schedule on page 82 for more information. D-Link R12 User Manual...
Enter a route metric value between 1 and 16. This value indicates the cost of using this route. Interface Select the interface that the IP packet will use to transit out of the router when this route is used. D-Link R12 User Manual...
Enter a route metric value between 1 between 128. This value indicates the cost of using this route. Interface Select the interface that the IP packet will use to transit out of the router when this route is used. D-Link R12 User Manual...
DNS service provider. User Name Enter your dynamic DNS account name. Password Enter your dynamic DNS account password. Time Out Enter a time-out value (in hours) to indicate how often the router should update its Dynamic DNS settings. D-Link R12 User Manual...
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DNS service provider. IPv6 Address Enter the IPv6 address of your host or server for DDNS configuration. Alternatively, select the network interface from client devices for DDNS configuration. A maximum of 10 records can be defined. D-Link R12 User Manual...
Select from the drop-down 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.
You can add multiple days and multiple periods per day to the schedule. To remove a time period from the schedule, click on the cross icon. Click Apply to save and close the page. Then click Save when you are done creating schedules. D-Link R12 User Manual...
Configurable if Enable Logging to Syslog Server is enabled. Address Enter the IP address of the Syslog server. If the Syslog server is connected to the router, select it from the drop-down menu to automatically populate the field. D-Link R12 User Manual...
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The schedule may be set to Always Enable, or you can create your own schedules on the Schedule page. Refer to Time & Schedule - Schedule on page 82 for more information. D-Link R12 User Manual...
Enable remote management over the Internet using an Management encrypted HTTP connection. Remote Admin Port Specify the port number for accessing the web configuration interface. The default is 8081. LED Control Status LED Turn the LED status lights on or off. D-Link R12 User Manual...
You may set the router to automatically reboot at a set time. The options are Never, Daily, or Weekly. You may set the day, as well as the hour and minute of the day for automatic reboot. D-Link R12 User Manual...
Choose Upgrade Time Enable this function to set the router to automatically upgrade its firmware at a set time every day. Upgrade Time Configurable if Choose Upgrade Time is enabled. Set the hour and minute for automatic upgrade. D-Link R12 User Manual...
The real-time graph of network traffic will be shown. The table below for each interface and radio frequency shows the total number of packets and data that are sent and received through the interface. The traffic counter will reset if the device is rebooted. D-Link R12 User Manual...
Then tap the slider for AI Wi-Fi Optimizer. Turn on Wi-Fi Optimizer to have your wireless <Device_Name> connection adopting an interference-free channel automatically and receive weekly Wi-Fi environment reports every Monday at 8 AM local time. D-Link R12 User Manual...
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Use Allow Scheduled Internet Access to allow Internet access only within the specified days and times. Users cannot access the Internet except during the hours that you specify. Note that bedtime restriction takes precedence over the allowed schedules here. D-Link R12 User Manual...
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Tap Health Mode to set the bedtime during which Internet access will be blocked on all devices within the network. Note: The bedtime scheduling also restricts local access by disabling Wi-Fi connectivity. However, remote management through the Internet is allowed. D-Link R12 User Manual...
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Tap a device to obtain its information: name, IP and MAC address, and parental control profile. The Priority function allows you to assign a High/Low priority with an effective duration for this device: Always, 1 Day, 4 Hours, 2 Hours, or 1 Hour. D-Link R12 User Manual...
Section 4 - Third Party Services Link D-Link Cloud Service with Other Services In order to use third-party apps to control and manage your device, you will first need to link your D-Link account with the app such as Google Assistant.
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Section 4 - Third Party Services Step 3 Choose the cloud service. Step 4 Link your Google account. D-Link R12 User Manual...
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"+" on the top left from the above step to add the device manually: Tap + Set up device, choose Works with Google, and search for EAGLE PRO AI. Then sign in using your registered D-Link account. D-Link R12 User Manual...
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Section 4 - Third Party Services Step 7 Choose your device. <Device_Name> Step 8 Choose a home. D-Link R12 User Manual...
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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. <Device_Name> D-Link R12 User Manual...
Amazon Alexa Setup You will need the Amazon Alexa app, an Amazon account, and a D-Link account to use this feature. Note: The screenshots may be different depending on your mobile device’s OS version. However, the process is the same.
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Section 4 - Third Party Services Step 3 Search EAGLE PRO AI for Skills & Games. Step 4 The EAGLE PRO AI page. D-Link R12 User Manual...
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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 R12 User Manual...
1. "Alex, ask EAGLE PRO AI to." For example, command Alexa by saying, " Alexa, ask EAGLE PRO AI to enable my guest Wi-Fi." 2. "Alex, talk to EAGLE PRO AI" and wait for Alexa to respond. Then say your command. D-Link R12 User Manual...
The 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 OS version. However, the process is the same.
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Step 4 Say or type in your command and provide the pin code as required. Refer to Google Assistant Voice Commands on the next page for tasks that you can ask your Google Assistant to perform. D-Link R12 User Manual...
"Software update my router. ” Notes: 1. Only supported on Nest Hub with screen display. 2. Network can be substituted for Wi-Fi. If using a Google Home speaker, start your command by saying "Hey Google. ” D-Link R12 User Manual...
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 configured. Once the LEDs stop blinking, you will be connected. D-Link R12 User Manual...
You will then be prompted to enter the Wi-Fi password (network security key) for the wireless network. Enter the password into the box and click Next to connect to the network. Your computer will now automatically connect to this wireless network when it is detected. D-Link R12 User Manual...
Enter the password into the box and click Next. dlink If you wish to use Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) to connect to the router, you can also press the WPS button on your router at this point to enable the WPS function. D-Link R12 User Manual...
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Section 6 - Connect a Wireless Client to your Router When you have established a successful connection with a wireless network, the word Connected will appear next to the name of the network to which you are connected. dlink D-Link R12 User Manual...
Connect button. If you get a good signal but cannot access the Internet, check your TCP/IP settings for your wireless adapter. Refer to Networking Basics on page 118 for more information. D-Link R12 User Manual...
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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 R12 User Manual...
1. Why can’t I access the web-based configuration 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.
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Section 7 - Troubleshooting • 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 the web configuration. • If you still cannot access the web configuration, unplug the power to the router for 10 seconds and plug back in. Wait about 30 seconds and try accessing the web configuration.
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 public access wireless networks. Strictly adhering to the IEEE standard, the D-Link wireless family of products will allow you to access the data you want, when, and where you want it. You will be able to enjoy the freedom that wireless networking delivers.
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This makes it ideal for personal devices, such as mobile phones, PDAs, headphones, laptops, speakers, and other devices that operate on batteries. Who uses wireless? Wireless technology has become so popular in recent years that almost everyone is using it, whether it’s for home, office, business, D-Link has a wireless solution for it. D-Link R12 User Manual...
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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, coffee shops, libraries, restaurants, and convention centers.
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Don’t let 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 R12 User Manual...
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.
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Set Preferred DNS the same as the LAN IP address of your router. The Alternate DNS is only optional or you may enter a DNS server from your ISP. 5. When you’re done, click Save. D-Link R12 User Manual...
WPA3 has the strongest encryption among these with the increased cryptographic capability and the requirements of the Protected Management Frames (PMFs) to protect from snooping attack. D-Link R12 User Manual...
- lower actual data throughput rate. Environmental factors will adversely affect wireless signal range. Frequency Range varies depending on country’s regulation. The router does not include 5.25-5.35 GHz & 5.47-5.725 GHz in some regions. D-Link R12 User Manual...
To mount the unit directly onto a wall, use 2 screws (not included) with the dimensions shown below. Install the screws 110 mm (4.33 in) apart and slide the mounting holes into the 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 R12 User Manual...
The country code selection is for non-USA models only and is not available to all USA models. Per FCC regulations, all WiFi product marketed in the USA must be fixed to USA operational channels only. This device is restricted to indoor use. D-Link R12 User Manual...
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(ii) le gain maximal d'antenne permis (pour les dispositifs utilisant la bande de 5725 à 5 850 MHz) doit être conforme à la limite de la p.i.r.e. D-Link R12 User Manual...
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For product available in the USA/Canada market, only channel 1~11 can be operated. Selection of other channels is not possible. Pour les produits disponibles aux États-Unis / Canada du marché, seul le canal 1 à 11 peuvent être exploités. Sélection d'autres canaux n'est pas possible. D-Link R12 User Manual...
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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...
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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 firmware...
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Appendix G - Regulatory Information Hér með lýsir D-Link Corporation því yfir að þessi vara, fylgihlutir og hugbúnaður eru í samræmi við tilskipun Íslenska [Icelandic] 2014/53/EB. Sækja má ESB-samræmisyfirlýsinguna í heild sinni og fastbúnað vörunnar af vefsíðu vörunnar á www.
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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 R12 User Manual...
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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 de 2.4 GHz y/o la de 5 GHz. D-Link R12 User Manual...
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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 R12 User Manual...
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• 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 R12 User Manual...
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• 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 R12 User Manual...
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• 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 R12 User Manual...
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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 off 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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.