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AC5300 Ultra Wi-Fi Router
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  • Page 1 Version 1.10| 10/13/2016 User Manual AC5300 Ultra Wi-Fi Router DIR-895L...
  • Page 2 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

    Manage by Devices ............81 Wireless Installation Considerations ........27 Firewall Settings ..............82 Hardware Setup ................28 IPv4/IPv6 Rules ...............84 Installation - Media Bridge ..........30 Port Forwarding ..............85 Before you Begin .................30 Virtual Server ..............86 Wireless Installation Considerations ........31 D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 4 Main Menu ..............145 Extender ................106 Documents ..............146 Wireless................107 Pictures ................148 Wireless - Smart Connect Disabled ...... 108 Videos................150 Network ................110 Music ................152 SharePort ................111 Folders ................155 D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 5 Connecting a Wireless Client to your Router ....197 WPS Button ................197 Windows® 10 ................198 Windows® 8 ................200 WPA/WPA2 ................. 200 Windows® 7 ................202 WPA/WPA2 ................. 202 Windows Vista® ................. 205 WPA/WPA2 ................. 206 Troubleshooting ............208 D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 6: Product Overview

    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-895L will cause damage and void the warranty for this product.
  • Page 7: System Requirements

    ® installed. Visit www.java.com to download the latest version. • iPhone, iPad, Android, or Windows smartphone or tablet (please QRS Mobile Requirements refer to the mobile app's store page to check whether your device is compatible) D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 8: Introduction

    Also, mydlink features Zero Configuration, allowing you to simply install a camera and have it automatically appear in your mydlink account. SharePort technology lets you take advantage of the USB 3.0 port found on the back of your DIR-895L (as well as an additional USB 2.0 port). Plug in a USB storage drive and you can use the mydlink SharePort™...
  • Page 9 The DIR-895L supports the latest wireless security features to help prevent unauthorized access, be it from over a wireless network or the Internet. Support for WPA™ and WPA2™ standards ensure that you will be able to use the best possible encryption regardless of your client devices. In addition, this router is equipped with a dual-active firewall (SPI and NAT) to prevent potential attacks over the Internet.
  • Page 10: Features

    • Cloud Features - The DIR-895L supports the QRS Mobile (Quick Router Setup) app to set up the router using a mobile device. It is also mydlink-enabled so you can remotely access and manage your DIR-895L from a mobile device using the mydlink Lite app. The mydlink SharePort™...
  • Page 11: Leds

    USB 2.0 LED A solid white light indicates that a USB device is connected to the USB 2.0 port. USB 3.0 LED A solid white light indicates that a USB device is connected to the USB 3.0 port. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 12: Hardware Overview

    Connector for the supplied power adapter. Select between Router and Extender modes. To change modes, move the switch to the desired position Mode Switch and after 5 seconds the router will reboot into the desired mode. Router is the default mode. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 13: Choosing An Operation Mode

    Section 2 - Choosing an Operation Mode Choosing an Operation Mode The DIR-895L is equipped with a software mode switch to give you more flexibility in how to configure your network. You may choose to operate this device in either Router Mode or Extender Mode.
  • Page 14: Router Mode

    Router Mode In Router Mode, the DIR-895L AC5300 Ultra Wi-Fi Router operates as the central device of your network. This is the most common type of installation and is the factory default setting suitable for most users. The DIR-895L connects to your cable modem, DSL modem, or other Internet source and shares your Internet connection with your wired and wireless devices.
  • Page 15: Extender Mode

    In Access Point Mode, the DIR-895L works with your existing networking equipment to provide Wi-Fi for parts of your home or office that may have poor or no reception. You may use the DIR-895L as a wireless access point by connecting it to an uplink network via an Ethernet cable. This can be useful if you already have an existing router without built-in wireless capabilities or if your existing wireless signal can’t bridge the distance.
  • Page 16 Create a Wireless Network using Ethernet The DIR-895L operates as an Access Point when the mode switch is in the Extender position, the Existing Network is configured as Ethernet using the web configuration utility, and an Ethernet cable is connected from the WAN Ethernet Port to an uplink network.
  • Page 17 Use Wireless to Connect Ethernet Devices The DIR-895L operates as a Media Bridge when the mode switch is in the Extender position, the Existing Network is configured as Media Bridge using the web configuration utility, and is connected wirelessly to an uplink network.
  • Page 18: Installation - Router

    Section 3 - Installation - Router Installation - Router This section will walk you through the installation of the DIR-895L as a router using Router Mode. Before you Begin • Placement of the router is very important. Do not place the router in an enclosed area such as a closet, cabinet, attic, or garage.
  • Page 19: 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 20: Hardware Setup

    Hardware Setup 1. The DIR-895L is designed to give you the fastest, most stable network connection possible. In order to maximize performance, fully extend the antennas to provide optimal wireless coverage. Keep the router in an open area for better wireless coverage. Inspect the mode switch to ensure that it is in the factory default ROUTER position.
  • Page 21 6. Connect the supplied power adapter to the router and a power outlet, press the power button, and verify that the power LED is lit. Allow 1 minute for the router to boot up. DIR-895L Modem Note: This unit is to be used with power supply model DA-60N12. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 22 Wi-Fi Configuration Card If you are configuring the DIR-895L from a PC with a wired Ethernet connection, plug one end of an Ethernet cable into the port labeled 1 on the back of the router, and the other end into the Ethernet port on your computer.
  • Page 23: Completing Setup

    • QRS Mobile App - Use your Android device, iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch to configure your router, refer to QRS Mobile App on page 19. • D-Link Setup Wizard - This wizard will launch when you log into the router for the first time, refer to Setup Wizard on page 20.
  • Page 24: Qrs Mobile App

    Select and then enter your Wi-Fi password. Step 3 Once you connect to the router, launch the QRS Mobile app from the Home screen of your device and follow the on-screen instructions. QRS Mobile D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 25: Setup Wizard

    Click Next to continue. Internet DIR-895L Wi-Fi Client This wizard will guide you through a step-by-step process to configure your new D-Link device. Step 1: Install your device Step 2: Configure your Network and Wi-Fi Settings Step 3: Set your router password Please wait while your router detects your Internet connection type.
  • Page 26 To set up this connection you will need to have a complete list of IP information by your Internet Service Provider. If you have a Static IP connection and do not have this information, please contact your ISP. IP Address: Subnet Mask: Gateway Address Primary DNS Address Secondary DNS Address Back Next D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 27 Click Next to continue. Internet DIR-895L Wi-Fi Client By default, your new D-Link device does not have a password configured for administrator access to the Web-based configuration utility. To secure your new device, please create a password below. Device Admin Password: AdM!n_P@ssW0rd!
  • Page 28 You can register this device with your existing mydlink account. If you do not have one, you can create one now. Do you have an existing mydlink account?? Yes, I have a mydlink account. No, I want to create a new mydlink account. Skip Next D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 29 If you clicked No, fill out the requested information and click Next to create your mydlink mydlink Registration account. E-mail Address (Account Name): Password: First Name: Last Name: I accept the mydlink terms and conditions. ✓ Back Next D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 30 Wi-Fi Network Name and Password you created. Congratulations, your device has been successfully configured! Connection Type: Dynamic IP (DHCP) Device Admin Password: AdM!n_P@ssW0rd! Wi-Fi Network Name: Your_Wi-Fi_Network Wi-Fi Password: A_Str0nG_P@ssW0rd!%! Status: Registered Finish D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 31: Installation - Access Point

    This section will walk you through the installation of the DIR-895L as an access point. Before you Begin • Configure the DIR-895L with the computer that was last connected directly to your Internet connection. Verify that it is connected to the Internet before connecting additional devices.
  • Page 32: 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 33: Hardware Setup

    1. The DIR-895L is designed to give you the fastest, most stable network connection possible. In order to maximize performance, fully extend the antennas to provide optimal wireless coverage. Position your DIR-895L near where you wish to extend Wi-Fi to. Place it in an open area for better wireless coverage, but is still within range of your existing wired network using an Ethernet cable.
  • Page 34 Hardware Setup (continued) 4. Connect wired devices to the LAN ports on your DIR-895L Connect wireless devices to the Wi-Fi network printed on the included Wi-Fi Configuration Card. You can also find the Wi-Fi network names and passwords printed on the label attached to the bottom your DIR-895L.
  • Page 35: Installation - Media Bridge

    This section will walk you through the installation of the DIR-895L as a Media Bridge. Before you Begin • Configure the DIR-895L with the computer that was last connected directly to your Internet connection. Verify that it is connected to the Internet before connecting additional devices.
  • Page 36: 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 37: Hardware Setup

    1. The DIR-895L is designed to give you the fastest, most stable network connection possible. In order to maximize performance, fully extend the antennas to provide optimal wireless coverage. Position your DIR-895L near where you wish to extend Wi-Fi to. Place it in an open area for better wireless coverage, but is still within range of your existing wired network using an Ethernet cable.
  • Page 38: Change To Media Bridge Mode

    This wizard will guide you through configuring your new DIR-895L. device. Step 1: Connecting your device If this is your first time configuring the DIR-895L, cancel out of the Setup Wizard Step 2: Configuring your settings Step 3: Setting a password for your device by clicking on the X in the upper right hand corner.
  • Page 39 2001:B021:23:10::1/64 DHCP-PD: Disabled Use this section to configure the wireless settings for your D-Link Router. Please ensure you press Save Go to settings Go to settings to connect to or click the Scan button to search for available nearby networks.
  • Page 40: Configuration - Router Mode

    Network Status: Connected Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0 Connection Uptime: 1 Day 3 Hour 50 Min 58 Sec Default Gateway: 172.17.5.1 Primary DNS Server: 172.17.5.5 Release IP Address Secondary DNS Server: 172.17.5.6 Go to settings COPYRIGHT © 2016 D-Link D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 41: Home

    Network Status: Connected Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0 Connection Uptime: 1 Day 3 Hour 50 Min 58 Sec Default Gateway: 172.17.5.1 Primary DNS Server: 172.17.5.5 Release IP Address Secondary DNS Server: 172.17.5.6 Go to settings COPYRIGHT © 2016 D-Link D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 42: Dir-895L

    Section 4 - Configuration - Router Mode DIR-895L Click on the DIR-895L icon to view details about the router and its wireless settings. Home Settings Features Management DIR-895L HW:A1 FW:1.12 Here you can see the router’s current Wi-Fi network name and password, as well as the Internet Connected router's MAC address, IPv4 address, and IPv6 address.
  • Page 43: Connected Clients

    Reserve IP: Enable to reserve this IP address for this client. Reserve IP: Enabled IP Address Specify an IP address for the DIR-895L's DHCP server to assign each IP Address (Reserved): (Reserved): time the device is detected. Parental Control: Enabled Parental Control: Allow or block access to the router.
  • Page 44: Usb Device

    USB Port: Your USB Device DLNA Media Server Available Space: 13.515 GB Status: Disabled Total Space: 27.03 GB Service Name: DIR-895L_DMS SharePort Status: Disabled Windows File Sharing Disabled Status: Go to settings COPYRIGHT © 2016 D-Link D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 45: Settings

    For PPTP refer to page 45. DS-Lite Advanced Settings ... COPYRIGHT © 2016 D-Link For L2TP refer to page 47. For DS-Lite refer to page 49. To configure an IPv6 connection, click the IPv6 link. Refer to page 52. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 46 Internet port’s MAC address with the MAC address of a connected client. VLAN: For more information on enabling the VLAN feature, refer to VLAN Bridging on page 51. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 47 Internet port’s MAC address with the MAC address of a connected client. VLAN: For more information on enabling the VLAN feature, refer to VLAN Bridging on page 51. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 48 Secondary DNS Enter the secondary DNS server IP address assigned by your ISP. Server: MTU: Maximum Transmission Unit - you may need to change the MTU for optimal performance with your ISP. The recommended setting is Auto. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 49 Internet port’s MAC address with the MAC address of a connected client. VLAN: For more information on enabling the VLAN feature, refer to VLAN Bridging on page 51. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 50 To disable this feature, enable Auto- reconnect. Advanced Settings Address Mode: Select Static IP if your ISP assigned you the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS server addresses. In most cases, select Dynamic IP. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 51 Enter the secondary DNS server IP address assigned by your ISP. Server: MTU: Maximum Transmission Unit - you may need to change the MTU for optimal performance with your ISP. The recommended setting is Auto. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 52 To disable this feature, enable Auto- reconnect. Advanced Settings Address Mode: Select Static IP if your ISP assigned you the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS server addresses. In most cases, select Dynamic IP. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 53 Enter the secondary DNS server IP address assigned by your ISP. Server: MTU: Maximum Transmission Unit - you may need to change the MTU for optimal performance with your ISP. The recommended setting is Auto. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 54 WAN IPv6 Address: N/A IPv6 WAN Default Gateway: N/A B4 IPv6 Address: Enter the B4 IPv4 address value used here. COPYRIGHT © 2016 D-Link WAN IPv6 Once connected, the WAN IPv6 address is displayed here. Address: D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 55 Once connected, the IPv6 WAN default gateway address is displayed ⌵ DS-Lite Configuration: Manual Configuration Gateway: here. AFTR IPv6 Address: B4 IPv4 Address: 192.0.0. WAN IPv6 Address: N/A Click Save when you are done. IPv6 WAN Default Gateway: N/A COPYRIGHT © 2016 D-Link D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 56 Enter the VLan ID for Internet traffic. IPTV VLAN ID: Enter the VLAN ID for IPTV traffic. VoIP VLAN ID: Enter the VLAN ID for VoIP traffic. WAN Connection: Select the VLAN to apply to the corresponding interface. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 57: Ipv6

    LAN IPv6 Address: LAN IPv6 Link-Local Address: fe80::6e72:20ff:fe3e:3846 For 6 to 4 refer to page 65. Advanced Settings ... COPYRIGHT © 2016 D-Link For 6rd refer to page 67. For Local Connectivity Only refer to page 69. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 58 LAN IPv6 ADDRESS SETTINGS LAN IPv6 Address: LAN IPv6 Address: Displays the router’s LAN IPv6 Address link-local address. LAN IPv6 Link-Local Address: fe80::6e72:20ff:fe3e:3846 Advanced Settings ... LAN IPv6 Link- Displays the router’s LAN link-local address. Local Address: D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 59 Enter the starting IPv6 address for the DHCP server’s IPv6 assignment. Range (Start): IPv6 Address Enter the ending IPv6 address for the DHCP server’s IPv6 assignment. Range (End): IPv6 Enter the IPv6 address lifetime (in minutes). Advertisement Lifetime: Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 60 LAN IPv6 Address Settings LAN IPv6 Link-Local Address: Not Available Advanced Settings ... LAN IPv6 Address: Enter the LAN (local) IPv6 address for the router. LAN IPv6 Link- Displays the router’s LAN link-local address. Local Address: D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 61 Enter the starting IPv6 address for the DHCP server’s IPv6 assignment. Range (Start): IPv6 Address Enter the ending IPv6 address for the DHCP server’s IPv6 assignment. Range (End): IPv6 Enter the IPv6 address lifetime (in minutes). Advertisement Lifetime: Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 62 If you disabled DHCP-PD, enter the LAN (local) IPv6 address for the router. LAN IPv6 ADDRESS SETTINGS Use Link-Local Address: Disabled Enable DHCP-PD: LAN IPv6 Link- Displays the router’s LAN link-local address. LAN IPv6 Link-Local Address: Not Available Local Address: Advanced Settings ... D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 63 Enter the starting IPv6 address for the DHCP server’s IPv6 assignment. Range (Start): IPv6 Address Enter the ending IPv6 address for the DHCP server’s IPv6 assignment. Range (End): IPv6 Enter the IPv6 address lifetime (in minutes). Advertisement Lifetime: Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 64 Reconnect Mode: ⌵ Address Mode: Static IP IP Address: MTU: Maximum Transmission Unit - you may need to change the MTU for Service Name: optimal performance with your ISP. ⌵ Reconnect Mode: Always On MTU: 1492 bytes D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 65 Dynamic IP for address mode. LAN IPv6 Address: If DHCP-PD is disabled or static address mode is selected, enter the LAN (local) IPv6 address for the router. LAN IPv6 Link- Displays the router’s LAN link-local address. Local Address: D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 66 Enter the starting IPv6 address for the DHCP server’s IPv6 assignment. Range (Start): IPv6 Address Enter the ending IPv6 address for the DHCP server’s IPv6 assignment. Range (End): IPv6 Enter the IPv6 address lifetime (in minutes). Advertisement Lifetime: Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 67 Select either Obtain DNS server address automatically or Use the DNS Type: following DNS address. If Use the following DNS address is selected: Primary DNS Enter the primary DNS server address. Server: Secondary DNS Enter the secondary DNS server address. Server: D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 68 IPv6 Address Range (Start): xxxx ::00 IPv6 Address Range (End): xxxx ::00 If you selected SLAAC+RDNSS or SLAAC+Stateless DHCP as the Autoconfiguration Type: Router Advertisement Lifetime: minutes Router Enter the router address advertisement lifetime (in minutes). Advertisement Lifetime: D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 69 Enable Automatic IPv6 Address Assignment: Enabled Click Save when you are done. Enabled Enable Automatic DHCP-PD in LAN: ⌵ Autoconfiguration Type: Stateful DHCPv6 IPv6 Address Range (Start): xxxx ::00 IPv6 Address Range (End): xxxx ::00 Router Advertisement Lifetime: minutes D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 70 LAN IPv6 Address Settings LAN IPv6 Link-Local Address: Not Available Advanced Settings ... LAN IPv6 Address: Enter the LAN (local) IPv6 address for the router. LAN IPv6 Link- Displays the router’s LAN link-local address. Local Address: D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 71 Enter the starting IPv6 address for the DHCP server’s IPv6 assignment. Range (Start): IPv6 Address Enter the ending IPv6 address for the DHCP server’s IPv6 assignment. Range (End): IPv6 Enter the IPv6 address lifetime (in minutes). Advertisement Lifetime: Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 72 Enter the 6rd border relay IPv4 address settings supplied by your ISP. Advanced Settings ... IPv4 Address: LAN IPv6 Address Settings LAN IPv6 Address: Displays the router’s LAN IPv6 Address link-local address. LAN IPv6 Link- Displays the router’s LAN link-local address. Local Address: D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 73 IPv6 Address Range (End): xxxx ::00 Router Advertisement Lifetime: minutes IPv6 Address Enter the ending IPv6 address for the DHCP server’s IPv6 assignment. Range (End): IPv6 Enter the IPv6 address lifetime (in minutes). Advertisement Lifetime: Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 74 Disabled Use Default ULA Prefix: Prefix: ULA Prefix: LAN IPv6 ULA: CURRENT IPv6 ULA SETTINGS Displays the LAN's IPv6 ULA. Current ULA Prefix: Not Available LAN IPv6 ULA: Not Available Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 75: Wireless

    FW:1.12 Smart Connect Wireless Use this section to configure the wireless settings for your D-Link Router. Please make sure that any Smart Connect: When Smart Connect is enabled, the router automatically assigns changes made in this section will need to be updated on your wireless device.
  • Page 76 2.4GHz / Primary 5GHz / Secondary 5GHz Wireless Use this section to configure the wireless settings for your D-Link Router. Please make sure that any changes made in this section will need to be updated on your wireless device. Status: Enable or disable the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz wireless networks.
  • Page 77 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. WPS-PBC Status: Enable or disable WPS-PBC fuctionality. WPS-PIN Status: Enable or disable WPS-PIN functionality. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 78: Guest Zone

    Home Network Access Home Network Access Internet Access Only: Enabled Internet Access Enabling this option will confine connectivity to the Internet, Only: disallowing guests from accessing other local network devices. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 79: Network

    Network Settings the management link field, and use the link to access web UI in a web browser. Recommend to change the management link if there are more than one D-Link devices within the network. LAN IP Address: Enter the IP address of the router. The default IP address is 192.168.0.1.
  • Page 80 UI in a web browser. Recommend to change the DHCP IP Address Enter the starting and ending IP addresses for the DHCP server’s IP management link if there are more than one D-Link devices within the network. Range: assignment.
  • Page 81: Shareport

    Direct Links: This area will display the HTTP and HTTPS links to connect to your SharePort drive through a web browser from a device on your network. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 82: Create User

    Click OK when you are done. The new user should be added to the list of user accounts. To save the new list, click Save. To return to the SharePort page, click SharePort. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 83: Mydlink

    Settings >> mydlink mydlink Registration Do you have an existing mydlink account? Yes, I have a mydlink account. No, I want to create a new mydlink account. E-mail Address (Account Name): Password: COPYRIGHT © 2016 D-Link D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 84: 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-895L User Manual...
  • Page 85: Manage By Application

    COPYRIGHT © 2016 D-Link calls and chats over other application types. Be sure to keep your router firmware updated as new application traffic definitions are included. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 86: 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-895L User Manual...
  • Page 87: Firewall Settings

    Application Level Gateway (ALG) Configuration Checking: “spoofing” attacks. PPTP: Enabled Enabled IPSec (VPN): IPv6 Simple Enable or disable IPv6 simple security. RTSP: Enabled Security: SIP: Enabled COPYRIGHT © 2016 D-Link IPv6 Ingress Enable or disable IPv6 ingress filtering. Filtering: D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 88 NAT devices and work around COPYRIGHT © 2016 D-Link them. This ALG may interfere with the operation of such devices. If you are having trouble making VoIP calls, try turning this ALG off. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 89: Ipv4/Ipv6 Rules

    Use the drop-down menu to select a schedule to apply. The schedule may be set to Always Enable, or you can create your own schedules in the Schedules section. Refer to Schedule on page 94 for more information. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 90: Port Forwarding

    Use the drop-down menu to select a schedule to apply. The schedule may be set to Always Enable, or you can create your own schedules in the Schedules section. Refer to Schedule on page 94 for more information. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 91: Virtual Server

    Use the drop-down menu to select a schedule to apply. The schedule may be set to Always Enable, or you can create your own schedules in the Schedules section. Refer to Schedule on page 94 for more information. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 92: Website Filter

    New Rule. Next, under Website URL/Domain enter the URL or domain. If you wish to remove COPYRIGHT © 2016 D-Link 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-895L User Manual...
  • Page 93: Static Routes

    A value 1 is the lowest cost and 15 is the highest cost. Interface: Select the interface that the IP packet must use to transit out of the router when this route is used. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 94: Ipv6

    Enter the metric value for this rule here. Apply Interface: Select the interface that the IP packet must use to transit out of the router when this route is used. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 95: 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 Dynamic Domain Name Service allows your router to associate an easy-to-remember domain name such as of the page, click Dynamic DNS.
  • Page 96: Ipv6 Host

    Host Name: ⌵ service provider. IPv6 Address: << Computer Name IPv6 Address: Enter the IPv6 address of the dynamic DNS server. Alternatively, select Apply the server device in the drop-down menu. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 97: Quick Vpn

    Apple mobile device or open the file in OS X. Authentication Choose the authentication protocol type: MSCHAPv2, PAP, or CHAP. Protocol: MSCHAPv2 is the default. MPPE: Select the encryption cipher strength: none, RC4-40, or RC4-128. RC4-128 is the default. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 98: Management

    Date: 2016 (Year/Month/Day) ⌵ ⌵ Time: (Hour/Minute) Click Save when you are done. To configure and manage your schedules, click Schedule and refer to Schedule on page D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 99: 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. Apply Name: Wednesdays 1:00 - 16:00 Apply D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 100: System Log

    From E-mail Enter the email address your SysLog messages will be sent from. Address: To E-mail Address: Enter the email address your SysLog messages will be sent to. SMTP Server Enter your SMTP server address. Address: D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 101 Schedule on page 94 for more information. E-mail Log When Full or On Schedule Send When Log Full: Enabled Click Save when you are done. Enabled Send on Schedule: ⌵ Schedule: Always Enable COPYRIGHT © 2016 D-Link D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 102: Admin

    Enter the port number you wish to use to access the DIR-895L's web Port: configuration utility. Example: http://x.x.x.x:8080 where x.x.x.x is the Internet IP address of the DIR-895L 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.
  • Page 103: System

    Section 4 - Configuration - Router Mode System This page allows you to save the DIR-895L's current configuration, load a previously saved configuration, reset the router to its factory default settings, or reboot the DIR-895L. Home Settings Features Management DIR-895L HW:A1 FW:1.12...
  • Page 104: Upgrade

    Section 4 - Configuration - Router Mode Upgrade This page allows you to upgrade the DIR-895L's firmware or language pack, either automatically or manually. To manually upgrade the firmware or language pack, you must Home Settings Features Management DIR-895L HW:A1 FW:1.12...
  • Page 105: Statistics

    Wi-Fi 2.4GHz Wi-Fi 5GHz 100 KB/s The traffic counter will reset if the device is rebooted. 75 KB/s 50 KB/s 25 KB/s 0 KB/s Total Packets Total KBytes(s) KByte/sec Sent: Session Received: COPYRIGHT © 2016 D-Link D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 106: Configuration - Extender Mode

    IP address* of the DIR-895L in the address bar. * By default the DIR-895L in access point mode will use DHCP to obtain an IP address from your uplink network. If you are using multiple DIR-895Ls or D-Link devices, go to http:// Admin Password: dlinkrouterxxxx.local./ as shown on the included Wi-Fi Configuration Card, with “xxxx”...
  • Page 107: Home

    Section 4 - Configuration - Extender Mode Home The Home page displays the current status of the DIR-895L in the form of an interactive diagram. You can click each icon to display information about each part of the network at...
  • Page 108: Dir-895L

    Section 4 - Configuration - Extender Mode DIR-895L To see additional connection details, click on the DIR-895L icon. Your Network and Wireless Network settings are displayed at the bottom of the page. Home Settings Management DIR-895L HW:A1 FW:1.12 Internet Connected Connected Clients: Your DIR-895L's MAC address, IPv4 address, and subnet mask are displayed.
  • Page 109: Connected Clients

    Management DIR-895L HW:A1 FW:1.12 Internet Connected Connected Clients: On this page you can see all the clients currently connected to the DIR-895L, and their IP Click on any item in the diagram for more information. addresses. Existing Network DIR-895L To edit each client’s settings, click the pencil icon on the client you want to edit.
  • Page 110: Usb Device

    USB Port: Your USB Device DLNA Media Server Status: Disabled Service Name: DIR-895L_DMS Available Space: 13.515 GB Total Space: 27.03 GB SharePort Status: Disabled Windows File Sharing Status: Disabled Go to settings COPYRIGHT © 2016 D-Link D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 111: Settings

    FW:1.12 Point or Media Bridge from this page. Extender Use this section to configure the wireless settings for your D-Link Router. Please ensure you press Save Existing Network after any changes made in this section it to take effect. Existing Network: Select either Ethernet (Access Point) or Media Bridge.
  • Page 112: Wireless

    Section 4 - Configuration - Extender Mode Wireless Use this section to configure the wireless settings for your D-Link Router. Please make sure that any changes made in this section will need to be updated on your wireless device. Wireless Save Settings >>...
  • Page 113: Wireless - Smart Connect Disabled

    Section 4 - Configuration - Extender Mode Wireless Use this section to configure the wireless settings for your D-Link Router. Please make sure that any changes made in this section will need to be updated on your wireless device. Wireless - Smart Connect Disabled Settings >>...
  • Page 114 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. WPS-PBC Status: Enable or disable WPS-PBC fuctionality. WPS-PIN Status: Enable or disable WPS-PIN functionality. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 115: Network

    Use this section to configure the network settings for your device. You can enter a name for your device in the management link field, and use the link to access web UI in a web browser. Recommend to change the management link if there are more than one D-Link devices within the network. Network Settings Settings >>...
  • Page 116: Shareport

    Direct Links: This area will display the HTTP and HTTPS links to connect to your SharePort drive through a web browser from a device on your network. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 117: Create User

    Click OK when you are done. The new user should be added to the list of user accounts. To save the new list, click Save. To return to the SharePort page, click SharePort. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 118: Management

    Date: 2016 (Year/Month/Day) ⌵ ⌵ Time: (Hour/Minute) Click Save when you are done. To configure and manage your schedules, click Schedule and refer to Schedule on page 114. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 119: 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. Apply Name: Wednesdays 1:00 - 16:00 Apply D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 120: System Log

    Syslog Server IP Enter the IP address for the Syslog server. If the Syslog server is SMTP Server Port: Enabled Address: connected to the DIR-895L, select it from the drop-down menu to Enabled Authentication: Account Name: automatically populate the field. Password:...
  • Page 121 Schedule on page 94 for more information. E-mail Log When Full or On Schedule Send When Log Full: Enabled Click Save when you are done. Send on Schedule: Enabled ⌵ Schedule: Always Enable COPYRIGHT © 2016 D-Link D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 122: Admin

    Enter the port number you wish to use to access the DIR-895L's web Port: configuration utility. Example: http://x.x.x.x:8080 where x.x.x.x is the Internet IP address of the DIR-895L 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.
  • Page 123: System

    Section 4 - Configuration - Extender Mode System This page allows you to save the DIR-895L’s current configuration, load a previously saved configuration, reset the router to its factory default settings, or reboot the DIR-895L. Home Settings Management DIR-895L HW:A1 FW:1.12...
  • Page 124: Upgrade

    Section 4 - Configuration - Extender Mode Upgrade This page allows you to upgrade the DIR-895L’s firmware or language pack, either automatically or manually. To manually upgrade the firmware or language pack, you must Home Settings Management DIR-895L HW:A1 FW:1.12 first download the relevant file from http://support.dlink.com.
  • Page 125: Applications

    Applications mydlink Lite Mobile App The DIR-895L is mydlink-enabled, which gives you access to your home network no matter where you go. Now you can monitor and manage your home network right from your, iPhone®, iPad®, Android™ device, or Windows Phone. mydlink-enabled routers can be configured to send an email to keep you informed anywhere, anytime when new devices are connecting to your network or unwanted access is detected.
  • Page 126: Mydlink Shareport

    Streaming performance will vary depending on the quality of your Internet connection. Note: If you choose to skip the mydlink SharePort registration during the initial setup of your DIR-895L, you may begin the registration process anytime by accessing the mydlink SharePort feature from within the router configuration. Please see page 73 for details on how to begin the mydlink shareport registration process.
  • Page 127 Tap Set up to go to Settings and enter the Admin password and your mydlink Account Login information when the pop-up displays. Tap Done when your information is entered. (The Admin password is only for local access, if you can connect through the Internet, then you can leave the Admin password blank) D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 128 List (in the top-left corner) and you will be prompted to select the device you wish to use. Note: If you see a red wireless icon, your router’s network environment may not be suitable for a direct network connection and you may experience slow network speeds. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 129 On your mobile device, go to your Wi-Fi settings and connect to your router’s wireless network using the default Wi-Fi settings. Locate the Wi-Fi name (SSID) and password for your device as printed on the included Wi-Fi Configuration Card. Tap the mydlink SharePort icon, and the app will load. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 130 Access connection. If you need to change your settings, tap the gear icon at the top right corner to enter the settings page. Note: If you see a red wireless icon, your router’s network environment may not be suitable for a direct network connection and you may experience slow network speeds. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 131: Main Menu

    Tap on the movie icon to play videos. Tap on the music icon to play audio files. Tap on the folder icon to browse all files in a folder view. Tap on the star icon to access your favorite files. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 132: Documents

    Section 5 - Applications Documents The Documents section allows you to share, print, and view documents streamed from your DIR-895L to your mobile device. Tap the document icon on the main menu to browse the documents on your mobile device. Search Bar: Enter a filename here to search your storage.
  • Page 133 Tap on a file to start the document viewer. In the viewer: Tap to add/remove the file from your Favorites. Tap to bring up the same options as >. Note: Some files may require a third-party app to view them. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 134: Pictures

    Section 5 - Applications Pictures The Pictures section allows you to stream images from your DIR-895L to your mobile device. Tap the camera icon on the main menu to browse your photo collection on your removable storage. Search Bar: Enter a filename here to search your storage.
  • Page 135 Section 5 - Applications Tap on a file to start the photo viewer. In the viewer: Tap to add/remove the current image from your Favorites. Tap to start the slideshow. Tap to bring up the same options as >. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 136: Videos

    Section 5 - Applications Videos The Videos section allows you to stream video clips and movies from your DIR-895L to your mobile device. Tap the movie icon on the main menu to browse your videos on your removable storage. Search Bar: Enter a filename here to search for a specific file.
  • Page 137 Tapping this icon gives you additional options: • Mail: Lets you e-mail the video. • iCloud: Lets you store the video on iCloud. • Open In...: Lets you use a third-party app to open the file. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 138: Music

    Section 5 - Applications Music The Music section allows you to stream songs from your DIR-895L to your mobile device. Tap the music icon on the main menu to browse your music collection on your removable storage. Search Bar: Enter a filename here to search your storage.
  • Page 139 Tap to enable/disable shuffle mode. To create a playlist: Tap Edit > Add Playlist. Enter a name for the playlist, then tap Save. The name of the playlist will appear in the browser next to the icon. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 140 Tap Add Music... to add songs to the current playlist. Tick the songs you wish to add and tap Done. To delete songs from the playlist: Tap Edit in the playlist browser and mark the files to be deleted. Tap Delete. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 141: Folders

    The bottom menu bar includes these options: Tap to go back to the main menu. Tap to upload files from your device to your removable storage. Tap to update the list of files. Tap to reorder the files alphabetically. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 142 Browse to the directory you wish to create a new folder in. Tap Edit at the top right. Tap Add Folder to add a new folder. Enter the name of the new folder, then tap Save. Tap OK to confirm folder creation. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 143 Tap Done. During the upload process, the size of the file and the upload progress will be displayed. To upload more files, tap the + icon at the top right and repeat the steps listed above. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 144: Favorites

    Tap on a file to start the file viewer. In the viewer: Tap to add/remove the file from your Favorites. Tap to bring up additional options. Note: The file options available will vary depending on the file type. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 145: Using The Mydlink Shareport™ App For Android

    Make sure the device is powered on. Then plug your USB drive into the USB port of the device. Note: If you connect a removable storage with many files or a large capacity, it may take a while for the router to scan and catalog your files. USB drive D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 146 Account Login information when the pop-up displays. Tap Apply when your information is entered. (The Admin password is only for local access, if you can connect through the Internet, then you can leave the Admin password blank) D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 147 Device List (in the top-left corner) and you will be prompted to select the device you wish to use. Note: If you see a red wireless icon, your router’s network environment may not be suitable for a direct network connection and you may experience slow network speeds. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 148 Wi-Fi Configuration Card. DIR-895L Note: If you see a red wireless icon, your router’s network environment may not be suitable for a direct network connection and you may experience slow network speeds. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 149 The wireless icon at the bottom will be lit blue to indicate a Local Access connection. Note: If you see a red wireless icon, your router’s network environment may not be suitable for a direct network connection and you may experience slow network speeds. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 150: Main Menu

    Tap on the folder icon to browse all files in a folder view. Tap on the star icon to access your favorite files. Note: Available features may differ depending on the Android OS version of your device. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 151: Documents

    Section 5 - Applications Documents The Documents section allows you to share, print, and view documents streamed from your DIR-895L to your mobile device. Tap the document icon on the main menu to browse the files on your mobile device. Search Bar: Type in the name of a file to search for it.
  • Page 152 Tap the screen to bring up zoom in/out buttons. Drag the screen up or down to scroll between pages. to perform File, Find, Zoom, Reading View, Go To Page, and Bookmarks actions. Note: Available actions may differ depending on your Android OS. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 153: Pictures

    Section 5 - Applications Pictures The Pictures section allows you to view images streamed from your DIR-895L to your mobile device. Tap the camera icon on the main menu to browse your photo collection on your removable storage. Search Bar: Type in the name of a file to search for it.
  • Page 154 Tap to delete the current image. Tap OK to confirm. Tap to bring up additional options using other applications. Tap to access the image editor. Note: This function may vary depending on the version of your Android OS. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 155: Videos

    Section 5 - Applications Videos The Videos section allows you to stream video clips and movies from your DIR-895L to your mobile device. Tap the movie icon on the main menu to browse your videos on your removable storage. Search Bar: Type in the name of a file to search for it.
  • Page 156 Tap on a file to start playing it. Tap on the screen to bring up the scroll bar, pause button, and play button. Tap to resume playback. Tap to pause the video. Note: Available features may vary depending on the Android OS version installed on your device. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 157: Music

    Section 5 - Applications Music The Music section allows you to stream songs from your DIR-895L to your mobile device. Tap the music icon on the main menu to browse your music collection on your removable storage. Search Bar: Type in the name of a file to search for it.
  • Page 158 Tap Add new playlist... Enter a name for the playlist, then tap OK. The name of the playlist will appear in the browser next to the icon. You can tap then to refresh the playlist page. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 159 Tap Add Music... to add songs to the current playlist. Tick the songs you wish to add and tap to save. To delete songs from the playlist: Tap Edit in the playlist browser and mark the files to be deleted. then tap OK to confirm. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 160: Folders

    Tap to return to the main menu. Tap to access file options. In the file browser: Tap to return to the main menu. Tap to upload files. Tap to refresh, sort, create a new folder, or mark files for deletion and copying. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 161 Tap on to delete your selected files. Tap OK to confirm. To copy files: Tap on to select files for copying. Tick the box next to each file for copying. Tap on to browse to the destination. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 162 You can also tap New Folder if you wish to create a folder in the current directory. To create a new folder: Browse to the directory you wish to create a new folder in. then Enter the name of the folder in the box, then tap OK. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 163 Tap Upload. During the upload process, the size of the file and the upload progress will be displayed under the file name. To remove a file from the upload queue, tap the X next to it. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 164: Favorites

    Tap to return to the main menu. Tap to update the list of files. Tap to sort the files by name, size, type, or date. Check a file then tap to delete it. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 165: Shareport Plus

    After you have successfully installed and configured your D-Link DIR-895L, you are ready to enjoy the benefits of D-Link’s SharePort Plus technology. D-Link’s SharePort Plus enabled devices allow you to quickly and easily share a USB printer or USB storage device among several PCs using D-Link’s SharePort Plus Utility Software.
  • Page 166: Windows Pc Configuration

    Upon successful installation, the SharePort Plus Utility will launch. Your PC will automatically attempt to connect to your D-Link SharePort Enabled DIR-895L and once successful, a list of connected USB devices will be displayed. If your printer is among the listed devices, a dialog box will automatically appear asking, “Would you like to configure auto print connect for this printer?”...
  • Page 167 Section 5 - Applications The SharePort Plus utility will automatically configure your PC to print to the printer attached to your SharePort Plus enabled DIR-895L’s USB port. A green check mark ( ) indicates that the printer is connected to your PC.
  • Page 168: Mac Configuration

    Visit dlink.com to download and install the latest version of the D-Link SharePort Plus Installation Utility. Upon successful installation, the SharePort Plus Utility will launch. Your Mac will automatically try to connect to your D-Link SharePort Enabled DIR-895L and once successful a list of connected USB devices will be displayed.
  • Page 169 Section 5 - Applications The SharePort Plus utility will automatically configure your computer to print to the printer attached to your SharePort Plus enabled DIR-895L’s USB port. A green check mark ( ) indicates that the printer is connected to your Mac.
  • Page 170: Share A Usb Storage Device

    Visit dlink.com to download and install the latest version of the D-Link SharePort Plus Installation Utility. Upon successful installation, the SharePort Plus Utility will launch. Your PC or Mac will automatically try to connect to your D-Link SharePort Enabled DIR-895L and once successful, a list of connected USB devices will be displayed.
  • Page 171 To access your files, right click your storage device and select Open or Map network drive. The drive’s contents will be displayed in Windows Explorer. If a login prompt appears, enter your DIR-895L’s web configuration utility’s username and password you created when you set up your router.
  • Page 172 To access your files, click on your storage device and press the connect button. The drive’s contents will be displayed in Finder. If a login prompt appears, enter your DIR-895L’s web configuration utility’s username and password you created when you set up your router. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 173: How To Safely Disconnect A Usb Storage Device

    From Each Windows Computer: When you wish to disconnect your USB drive from your D-Link SharePort Plus enabled DIR-895L and ensure that no data is lost or corrupted, right click on the USB device in the SharePort Plus application and select Safely remove. You may then physically disconnect your USB storage device from your D-Link SharePort Plus device’s USB port.
  • Page 174 From Each Mac: When you wish to disconnect your USB drive from your D-Link SharePort Plus enabled DIR-895L and ensure that no data is lost or corrupted, click on the USB storage device in the SharePort Plus application and press the disconnect button.
  • Page 175: 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 coffee shops and hotels by encrypting and relaying it through your home Internet connection.
  • Page 176: Important Information

    Important Information The following instructions explain and help you to configure 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 177: Quick Vpn Server Setup Instructions

    COPYRIGHT © 2016 D-Link Protocol: MSCHAPv2 is the default. MPPE: Select the encryption cipher strength: none, RC4-40, or RC4-128. RC4-128 is the default. Click Save when you are done. Click Save and proceed to client setup pages. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 178: Ios Devices

    This section provides Quick VPN setup instructions for iOS devices using the Export Profile function. Refer to Quick VPN Server Setup Instructions on page 172 for more information. Open the e-mail containing your Quick VPN profile. Open the attachment. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 179 Section 6 - Quick VPN VPN Setup Instructions (Continued) The Install Profile dialog will appear, tap Install in the upper right hand corner of your screen. Enter your device's passcode when prompted. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 180 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 configuration page. Tap Done. Your iOS device is now configured to connect to your Quick VPN server. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 181 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 notification area at the top of your screen indicating that your device is currently connected to the Quick VPN server. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 182: Mac Os X

    Open the exported profile. The Install Profile dialog will appear; click Continue and Install. Enter your user account password when prompted. Close the Profiles dialog.  > System Preferences... > Network and select the Quick VPN connection Go to and click Authentication Settings. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 183 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 configured to connect to your Quick VPN server. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 184 Section 6 - Quick VPN Connect or Disconnect  > System To connect to or disconnect from your Quick VPN server, go to Preferences... > Network. Select the Quick VPN connection and click on the Connect or Disconnect button. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 185: 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-895L User Manual...
  • Page 186 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 files text box. Select View network connections. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 187 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 configured to connect to your Quick VPN server. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 188 To connect to or disconnect from your Quick VPN server, click on the Network Settings icon in the notification 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-895L User Manual...
  • Page 189: 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-895L User Manual...
  • Page 190 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-895L User Manual...
  • Page 191 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-895L User Manual...
  • Page 192 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-895L User Manual...
  • Page 193 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 configured to connect to your Quick VPN server. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 194 To connect to or disconnect from your Quick VPN server, click on the Network Settings icon in the notification area of the Windows taskbar. Click on your Quick VPN connection and click on the Connect or Disconnect button. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 195: 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-895L User Manual...
  • Page 196 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 configured to connect to your Quick VPN server. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 197 To connect to or disconnect from your Quick VPN server, click on the Network Settings icon in the notification 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-895L User Manual...
  • Page 198: 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-895L User Manual...
  • Page 199 Select L2TP/IPSec PSK for Type. Enter the IP/DDNS address of your Quick VPN server. Enter your Passkey in IPSec pre-shared key field. Choose Save. Your Android device is now configured to connect to your Quick VPN server. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 200 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-895L User Manual...
  • Page 201 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-895L User Manual...
  • Page 202: Connecting A Wireless Client To Your Router

    Blu-ray DVD players, wireless printers and cameras will have a WPS button (or a software utility with WPS) that you can press to connect to the DIR-895L router. Please refer to your user manual for the wireless device you want to connect to make sure you understand how to enable WPS.
  • Page 203: Windows® 10

    Windows® 10 When connecting to the DIR-895L wirelessly for the first time, you will need to input the wireless network name (SSID) and Wi-Fi password (security key) of the device you are connecting to. If your product has a Wi-Fi configuration card, you can find the default network name and Wi-Fi password here.
  • Page 204 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-895L User Manual...
  • Page 205: 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-895L User Manual...
  • Page 206 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-895L User Manual...
  • Page 207: 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-895L User Manual...
  • Page 208 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-895L User Manual...
  • Page 209 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-895L User Manual...
  • Page 210: 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-895L User Manual...
  • Page 211: 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-895L User Manual...
  • Page 212 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-895L User Manual...
  • Page 213: Troubleshooting

    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.
  • Page 214 • 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 215 • 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-895L User Manual...
  • Page 216 • To change the MTU, enter the number in the MTU field and click Save Settings to save your settings. • Test your email. If changing the MTU does not resolve the problem, continue changing the MTU in increments of ten. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 217: 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 218: What Is Wireless

    Why D-Link 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 afford. D-Link has all the products you need to build your network.
  • Page 219 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, office, business, D-Link has a wireless solution for it.
  • Page 220 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.
  • Page 221: Wireless Modes

    • Ad-hoc – Directly connecting to another computer for peer-to-peer communication using wireless network adapters on each computer, such as two or more DIR-895L wireless network USB adapters. 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.
  • Page 222: 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 223: 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-895L User Manual...
  • Page 224: Wireless Security

    Appendix B - Networking Basics Wireless Security This section will show you the different levels of security you can use to protect your data from intruders. The DIR-895L offers the following types of security: • WPA2 (Wi-Fi Protected Access 2) •...
  • Page 225: Technical Specifications

    Environmental factors will adversely affect wireless signal range. 2 Frequency Range varies depending on country’s regulation. 3 The DIR-895L does not include 5.25-5.35 GHz & 5.47-5.725 GHz in some regions. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 226: Regulatory Information

    Note 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. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 227 FCC Radiation Exposure Statement This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 31 cm between the radiator and your body. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 228 (iii) pour les dispositifs munis d'antennes amovibles, le gain maximal d'antenne permis (pour les dispositifs utilisant la bande de 5725 à 5850 MHz) doit être conforme à la limite de la p.i.r.e. spécifiée pour l'exploitation point à point et l'exploitation non point à point, selon le cas; D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 229 être installé et utilisé avec un minimum de 31 cm de distance entre la source de rayonnement et votre corps. Warning This unit is to be used with a power supply, Model DA-60N12. Avertissement Cet appareil doit etre utilise avec une source de courrant, modele Model DA-60N12. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 230 290-20187 Dipole Antenna GROUP LIMITED Reverse HL TECHNOLOGY SMA Plug 290-20188 Dipole Antenna GROUP LIMITED Reverse HL TECHNOLOGY SMA Plug 290-20188 Dipole Antenna GROUP LIMITED Reverse HL TECHNOLOGY SMA Plug 290-20188 Dipole Antenna GROUP LIMITED Reverse D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 231 Appendix D - Regulatory Information NCC 警語 : 以下警語適用台灣地區 依據 低功率電波輻射性電機管理辦法 第十二條: 經型式認證合格之低功率射頻電機,非經許可,公司、商號或使用者均不得擅自變更頻率、加大功率或變 更原設計之特性及功能。 第十四條: 低功率射頻電機之使用不得影響飛航安全及干擾合法通信;經發現有干擾現象時,應立即停用,並改善至 無干擾時方得繼續使用。前項合法通信,指依電信法規定作業之無線電通信。低功率射頻電機須忍受合法通信或工 業、科學及醫療用電波輻射性電機設備之干擾。 無線傳輸設備 (UNII) 在 5.25-5.35 秭赫頻帶內操作之無線資訊傳輸設備,限於室內使用。無線資訊傳輸設備忍受合法通信之干擾且不得干 擾合法通信;如造成干擾,應立即停用,俟無干擾之虞,始得繼續使用。無線資訊傳設備的製造廠商應確保頻率穩定 性,如依製造廠商使用手冊上所述正常操作,發射的信號應維持於操作頻帶中。 電磁波曝露量MPE標準值1 mW/cm ,本產品使用時建議應距離人體: 31 cm. D-Link DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 232 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-895L User Manual...
  • Page 233 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 234 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...
  • Page 235 2014/53/EU. Hela texten med EU-försäkran om överensstämmelse och produkt-firmware kan hämtas från produktsidan på www.dlink.com. 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.
  • Page 236 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-895L User Manual...
  • Page 237 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 DIR-895L User Manual...
  • Page 238 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-895L User Manual...
  • Page 239 • 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-895L User Manual...
  • Page 240 • 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-895L User Manual...
  • Page 241 • 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-895L User Manual...
  • Page 242 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.
  • Page 243 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 244 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 245 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 246 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 247 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 248 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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