D-Link ‎DIR-868L Wireless Dual-Band Gigabit Router Specification and Datasheet

June 12, 2024
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D-Link ‎DIR-868L Wireless Dual-Band Gigabit Router

Product Highlights

  • Faster Gigabit Wireless Speeds
    Download web content and sync files to a mobile device over 4 times faster1 than the previous standard, with wireless speeds of up to 1.3 Gbps3

  • Total Home Coverage with AC SmartBeam™
    Dramatically improve the wireless range in your home, allowing you to watch HD-quality video from more devices, in more places, simultaneously

  • mydlink™-Enabled
    Effortlessly monitor your network or cameras from any Internet connected PC or any iOS or Android mobile device

Features

Connectivity

  • 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac wireless LAN for a complete range of wireless compatibility
  • AC SmartBeam™ ensures optimal wireless signal to every corner of your home
  • Multiple internal antennas with Wireless AC technology to optimize your wireless coverage
  • Gigabit WAN and LAN ports for high-speed wired connections
  • USB port to connect storage drives and printers for sharing

mydlink™

  • Remotely view and manage your network over the Internet
  • Access your network through a mobile app

Mobile Apps

  • mydlink™ Lite app helps you access, manage and view your network remotely
  • SharePort™ Mobile app lets you stream and share media files and documents across your network
  • QRS Mobile app sets up your network using a mobile device without the need for a computer

Security

  • WPA & WPA2 wireless encryption protects the network from intruders
  • Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) securely adds devices to your network at the push of a button

The DIR-868L Wireless AC1750 Dual-Band Gigabit Cloud Router lets you easily connect to, control, and monitor your network using the future of wireless technology and unique mydlink™. By downloading the free mydlink™ app you can monitor your home network remotely. Plus, with the included SharePort™ Technology, accessing and sharing your files, playlists, and videos has never been so easy.

Fast and Reliable Home Networking

This router creates the fastest home network possible today connecting all of your computers and mobile devices to your broadband Internet connection. Concurrent dual-band 802.11ac with D-Link’s AC SmartBeam™ technology brings you the future of high-bandwidth wireless connectivity, allowing you to stream HD video, make Internet calls, and surf the Internet from every corner of your home without interruption. Gigabit Ethernet ports provide high-speed wired connections for up to four PCs or other devices. It’s stylish, easy to use, and is IPv6-ready for a reliable network today and tomorrow.

Greater Coverage and Speeds with the latest Wireless AC and Revolutionary AC SmartBeam™ Technology

The DIR-868L uses the latest Wireless AC technology, which can provide transfer rates of up to 1.3 Gbps3. D-Link’s intelligent AC SmartBeam™ technology guarantees continuous blazing-fast wireless speeds to all your devices, anywhere in your home, even under heavy network utilization or in rooms that have bad wireless signals. Faster gigabit wireless speeds allow you to download contents and sync files over 4 times faster1 than the previous standard and provide you with whole home coverage. The router operates on both the 2.4 GHz band and 5 GHz wireless bands at the same time using concurrent dual-band technology and six internal antennas. This allows you to browse the web, chat, and e-mail using the 2.4 GHz band, while simultaneously streaming digital media, playing online games, or making Internet phone calls on the 5 GHz band.

Stay informed and protected with mydlink™

This router gives you complete control by allowing you to monitor who is connecting to your network, and which sites they are visiting and block unwanted visitors. You can monitor your home network remotely through the mydlink™ web portal or by downloading the free mydlink™ app available for your iOS or Android devices.

File Sharing Right at Your Fingertips

Connect a USB storage device to your DIR-868L to create a shared storage space, making it easy to access and share files between computers and devices connected to your network. Plug in a USB hard drive to stream your library of videos and music to your laptop. Plus, the SharePort™ Mobile app for iOS and Android devices allows you to back up photos and videos stored on your device. You can even customize your shared storage space by creating separate accounts to control access to the USB drive, so you can share your music with everyone but keep your personal files private. This Cloud Router can also be used as a media server for your home to stream media stored on your USB storage drive to any DLNA-compliant player like the Boxee Box by D-Link.

Easy to Set Up and Use

Get the DIR-868L up and running in no time right from your couch using the QRS (Quick Router Setup) Mobile app on your iOS or Android device. Simply plug in the router, open the app, and follow a few easy steps to get your home network connected without having to touch a computer. You can also set up a secure network with the touch of a button using Wi-Fi Protected Setup. Simply press the WPS button to instantly establish a secure connection to a new device. If you have additional mydlink™ products, you can take advantage of mydlink™ Zero Configuration. Simply connect your mydlink™-enabled device to the DIR-868L and the router will automatically link it to your mydlink™ account with no configuration required.

Modern, Artistic Design

The elegant curves and vertical design of this Cloud Router mean that you don’t need to hide another piece of tech clutter in your home. With all ports and connectors discreetly hidden on the back of the device, you can proudly display your router as a seamless part of any modern home.

mydlinkTM app

With the mydlink™ app for iPhone®, iPad®, and Android™ devices you can quickly and easily stay in control of your network anywhere with a Wi-Fi or 3G connection.

SharePortTM Mobile app

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fig-2 The SharePort™ Mobile app for iPhone®, iPad®, or Android™ devices offers effortless access to stored personal files and multimedia. Music, video, and photos can be streamed or transferred from a USB drive that is connected to a Cloud Router, to multiple mobile devices from this intuitive app. It’s also a great way to enjoy media without using valuable memory on your mobile device!

**Rear View

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**Network diagram

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AC SmartBeamTM Technology Explained

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Technical Specifications

General
Device Interfaces| •    802.11 a/b/g/n/ac wireless LAN

•    Four 10/100/1000 Gigabit LAN ports

| •   10/100/1000 Gigabit WAN port

•   USB port

Antenna Type| •    Six internal antennas
Standards| •    IEEE 802.11ac (draft)

•    IEEE 802.11n

•    IEEE 802.11g

•    IEEE 802.11b

| •   IEEE 802.11a

•   IEEE 802.3

•   IEEE 802.3u

Minimum System Requirements| •    Windows 7/Vista/XP SP3 or Mac OS X 10.4 or higher

•    Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 or higher, Firefox 1.5 or higher, or another Java-enabled browser

| •   CD-ROM

•   Ethernet network interface

•   Cable or xDSL modem

•   Subscription with an Internet Service Provider

Functionality
Advanced Features| •    Guest Zone

•    SharePort™ web access

•    Multi-language web setup wizard

•    Green Ethernet

•    DLNA Media server support

| •   Dual Active Firewall

•    Network Address Translation (NAT)

•    Stateful Packet Inspection (SPI)

•   VPN passthrough/multi-session PPTP/L2TP/IPSec

mydlink™ Features| •    Remote Management

•    View current upload/download bandwidth

•    View currently connected clients

•    View web browsing history per client

| •   Block/unblock client network access

•   Manage wireless network details

•   Accessible through a web browser or iOS or Android mobile app

Mobile App Support| •    mydlink™ Lite

•    SharePort™ Mobile

| •   QRS Mobile
Wireless Security| •    WPA & WPA2 (Wi-Fi Protected Access)| •   Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) PIN/PBC
Physical
Dimensions (L x W x D)| •    102.3 x 123.3 x 217mm (4.03 x 4.85 x 8.54 inches)
Weight| •    560 grams (1.23 lbs)
Power| •    Input: 100 to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz| •   Output: 12 V DC, 2.5 A
Temperature| •    Operating: 0 to 40 °C (32 to 104 °F)| •   Storage: -20 to 65 °C (-4 to 149 °F)
Humidity| •    Operating: 0% to 90% non-condensing| •   Storage: 5% to 95% non-condensing
Certifications| •    FCC Class B

•    CE Class B

•    C-Tick

•    DLNA

•    IPv6 Ready

| •   Wi-Fi Certified

•   Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS)

•   Wi-Fi Multimedia (WMM)

•   Compatible with Windows 8

  1. When compared with Wireless N300. Requires mobile devices that support 802.11ac wireless standards.
  2. When a storage device is connected to your router. File sharing is for local network use only.
  3. Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE standard 802.11ac (draft) specifications which are subject to change. Actual data throughput will vary. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of network traffic, building materials, construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. Environmental factors will adversely affect the wireless signal range.D-Link-‎DIR-868L-Wireless-Dual-Band-Gigabit-Router-fig-8

For more information: www.dlink.com D-Link European Headquarters. D-Link (Europe) Ltd., D-Link House, Abbey Road, Park Royal, London, NW10 7BX. Specifications are subject to change without notice. D-Link is a registered trademark of D-Link Corporation and its overseas subsidiaries. All other trademarks belong to their respective owners. ©2013 D-Link Corporation. All rights reserved. E&OE. Updated April 2013

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the D-Link DIR-868L Wireless Dual-Band Gigabit Router?

The D-Link DIR-868L is a wireless router that provides high-speed internet connectivity and advanced features for home or small office networks.

What are the main features of the D-Link DIR-868L?

The main features of the D-Link DIR-868L include dual-band support, gigabit Ethernet ports, high-speed wireless AC technology, advanced security features, and remote management options.

How many bands does the D-Link DIR-868L support?

The D-Link DIR-868L supports both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands, allowing for simultaneous connections and better wireless performance.

What is the maximum theoretical Wi-Fi speed supported by the D-Link DIR-868L?

The D-Link DIR-868L supports wireless AC technology, providing a maximum theoretical Wi-Fi speed of up to 1750 Mbps (1300 Mbps on the 5 GHz band and 450 Mbps on the 2.4 GHz band).

How many Ethernet ports does the D-Link DIR-868L have?

The D-Link DIR-868L has four gigabit Ethernet ports, which allow for high- speed wired connections to devices such as computers, gaming consoles, and smart TVs.

Does the D-Link DIR-868L support USB connectivity?

Yes, the D-Link DIR-868L has USB ports that allow you to connect external storage devices or printers for sharing over the network.

Can I set up a guest network with the D-Link DIR-868L?

Yes, the D-Link DIR-868L allows you to set up a separate guest network, enabling visitors to access the internet without accessing your main network.

Does the D-Link DIR-868L support Quality of Service (QoS)?

Yes, the D-Link DIR-868L supports QoS, allowing you to prioritize specific devices or applications for better network performance.

What security features are available on the D-Link DIR-868L?

The D-Link DIR-868L offers advanced security features such as WPA/WPA2 encryption, a built-in firewall, and support for VPN passthrough to ensure a secure network connection.

Can I remotely manage the D-Link DIR-868L?

Yes, the D-Link DIR-868L provides remote management options, allowing you to access and configure the router's settings from a remote location using a web browser or mobile app.

Is the D-Link DIR-868L compatible with IPv6?

Yes, the D-Link DIR-868L supports IPv6, the latest version of the Internet Protocol.

Does the D-Link DIR-868L support parental controls?

Yes, the D-Link DIR-868L offers parental controls, allowing you to restrict internet access and set up content filtering for specific devices or users.

Does the D-Link DIR-868L support wireless bridging or repeater mode?

Yes, the D-Link DIR-868L supports wireless bridging and repeater mode, which allows you to extend the range of your wireless network.

Can I create a VPN (Virtual Private Network) with the D-Link DIR-868L?

Yes, the D-Link DIR-868L supports VPN pass-through, allowing you to connect to an external VPN server for secure remote access.

Does the D-Link DIR-868L have a built-in media server?

Yes, the D-Link DIR-868L has a built-in media server that allows you to stream multimedia content to devices within your network.

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