D-Link ‎DIR-866L (AC1750) Wireless Dual Band Gigabit Cloud Router Quick Install Guide

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D-Link ‎DIR-866L (AC1750) Wireless Dual Band Gigabit Cloud Router

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Package Contents

  • DIR-866L Dual Band Gigabit Cloud Router
  • Power Adapter
  • Ethernet Cable
  • Wi-Fi Configuration Card
  • Quick Install Guide

If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller.

Minimum Requirements

Network Requirements:

  • An Ethernet-based broadband modem
Web-based Configuration Requirements

Computer with the following:

  • Windows® or Mac OS® X operating system
  • An installed Ethernet adapter or wireless adapter

Supported Browsers:

  • Internet Explorer® 7 or higher, Safari® 5 or higher, Firefox® or Chrome™ Make sure you have the latest version of Java installed. Visit www.java.com to download the latest version.

mydlink Requirements

Hardware Overview

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Power LED

| A solid green light indicates a proper connection to the power supply. The light will be solid orange during boot-up and will blink green during the WPS process.
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Internet LED

| A solid green light indicates a connection to the Internet port. If the LED is orange, the connection is good but the router cannot connect to the Internet. If this LED is blinking orange, this indicates that the “on-demand” connection type is set and the Internet connection is idle.
3| USB Port| Connect a USB flash drive to share content throughout your network.
4| WPS Button| Press to start the WPS process. The Power LED will start to blink green.
5| LAN Ports (1-4)| Connect Ethernet devices such as computers, switches, and game consoles.
6| Internet Port| Connect your broadband modem to this port using an Ethernet cable.
7| Power Button| Press to power the router on and off.
8| Power Port| Connect the supplied power adapter.
9| Reset Button| Press and hold the reset button with a paper clip for six seconds to reset the router to the factory default settings.

Before you Start

  • Users with DSL providers – If you are using a PPPoE connection, you will need your PPPoE username and password. If you do not have this information, contact your Internet provider. Do not proceed until you have this information.
  • Users with Cable providers – Make sure you unplug the power to your modem. In some cases, you may need to turn it off for up to five minutes.
  • Advanced Users – If your ISP provided you with a modem/router combo, you will need to set it to “bridge” mode so the DIR-866L router can work properly. Please contact your ISP or refer to the user manual for your modem/router device.

Connect your Router

  1. Unplug the power to your DSL or Cable modem.
  2. Connect an Ethernet cable from the Internet port of the router to the Ethernet port on your DSL or Cable modem.D-Link-‎DIR-866L-\(AC1750\)-Wireless-Dual-Band-Gigabit-Cloud-Router-fig-8
  3. Connect another Ethernet cable from the Ethernet port on your computer to one of the LAN ports on the router.D-Link-‎DIR-866L-\(AC1750\)-Wireless-Dual-Band-Gigabit-Cloud-Router-fig-9
  4. Plug the power back into your DSL or cable modem. Please wait about one minute before continuing.D-Link-‎DIR-866L-\(AC1750\)-Wireless-Dual-Band-Gigabit-Cloud-Router-fig-10
  5. Plug the power adapter into your router and connect to an available power outlet or surge protector. If the Power LED does not light up, press the Power button on the back of the router.D-Link-‎DIR-866L-\(AC1750\)-Wireless-Dual-Band-Gigabit-Cloud-Router-fig-11
  6. After the router has powered up, verify that the Power (green) and Internet (orange or green) LEDs are both lit. Proceed with router configuration.

Configuration

There are two ways to configure your router:

  • Web Browser – Use a web browser from your computer.
  • QRS Mobile app – Use a mobile device with the D-Link QRS Mobile app. Refer to the QRS Mobile Setup section for more information.

Web Browser Configuration

  1. Open a web browser (e.g., Internet Explorer, Chrome, Firefox, or Safari) and enter http://dlinkrouter.local./ or enter the IP address of the router (192.168.0.1).D-Link-‎DIR-866L-\(AC1750\)-Wireless-Dual-Band-Gigabit-Cloud-Router-fig-12
  2. When the Welcome screen appears, click Next to continue.D-Link-‎DIR-866L-\(AC1750\)-Wireless-Dual-Band-Gigabit-Cloud-Router-fig-13
  3. The router may automatically detect your Internet connection type. If this happens, skip to step 8. If not, then select your Internet connection type and click Next to continue.D-Link-‎DIR-866L-\(AC1750\)-Wireless-Dual-Band-Gigabit-Cloud-Router-fig-14
  4. DSL (PPPoE) users enter their PPPoE user name and password supplied by 4 your ISP (Internet Service Provider). Click Next and skip to step 8.D-Link-‎DIR-866L-\(AC1750\)-Wireless-Dual-Band-Gigabit-Cloud-Router-fig-15
  5. If you have a PPTP connection, enter the user name, password, IP information, and DNS settings supplied by your ISP. Click Next and skip to step 8.D-Link-‎DIR-866L-\(AC1750\)-Wireless-Dual-Band-Gigabit-Cloud-Router-fig-16
  6. If you have an L2TP connection, enter the user name, password, IP information, and DNS settings supplied by your ISP. Click Next and skip to step 8.D-Link-‎DIR-866L-\(AC1750\)-Wireless-Dual-Band-Gigabit-Cloud-Router-fig-17
  7. If you have a Static IP connection, enter the IP information and DNS settings supplied by your ISP. Click Next to continue.D-Link-‎DIR-866L-\(AC1750\)-Wireless-Dual-Band-Gigabit-Cloud-Router-fig-18
  8. For both the 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands, create a name for your Wi-Fi Network and a password. Your wireless devices (i.e., tablets, smartphones, and laptops) will need to have this information entered to be able to connect to your wireless network. Click Next to continue.D-Link-‎DIR-866L-\(AC1750\)-Wireless-Dual-Band-Gigabit-Cloud-Router-fig-19
  9. Continue with the Setup Wizard to finish configuring your DIR-866L router. When you see the summary screen, make a note of your settings.
    Note: Setting up “mydlink” is optional and not required for the router to function. Congratulations! You have completed the router installation. After you complete the configuration process, the Internet LED will turn green indicating that your router is connected to the Internet.

QRS Mobile Setup

  1. Scan the code below or search “QRS Mobile” (App Store or Google Play) to download the QRS Mobile App to your iPhone, iPad, or Android device. D-Link-‎DIR-866L-\(AC1750\)-Wireless-Dual-Band-Gigabit-Cloud-Router-fig-20
  2. Once your app is installed, you may now configure your router. Connect to the router wirelessly by going to your wireless utility on your device. Scan for the wireless network name as listed on the supplied Wi-Fi Configuration card/sticker. Select the network and then enter the Wi-Fi Password.D-Link-‎DIR-866L-\(AC1750\)-Wireless-Dual-Band-Gigabit-Cloud-Router-fig-21
  3. Once you connect to the router, tap on the QRS Mobile icon from your mobile device, then tap Start to continue. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup.
  4. After the Setup Complete screen appears, click Save and write down the new Wi-Fi Network name and password on your companion card for future reference.
    Note: To reconnect to your router, launch your wireless utility, select the new Wi-Fi Network you created, and then enter your new Wi-Fi password.

Troubleshooting

How do I connect my wireless devices to the DIR-866L router?

  1. Open your wireless network utility that displays available wireless networks.
  2. Select the Wi-Fi Network name you assigned in the wizard and connect.
    Note: If you did not run the setup wizard or you reset the router to its default settings, refer to the Wi-Fi Configuration Card included for the default Wi-Fi Network Name and Wi-Fi Password.

You can also connect wireless devices to the DIR-866L router using WPS:

  1. Press the WPS button on the DIR-866L for a minimum of three seconds.
  2. Within one minute press the WPS button on your wireless device.
  3. Allow up to two minutes to connect.
    Note: Some devices may require you to log in to a utility to start the WPS process. Refer to the user manual of the device you want to connect to the router if you do not know how to start the WPS process.

How do I change the wireless settings on the DIR-866L router?

  1. Open a web browser (e.g., Internet Explorer, Chrome, Firefox, or Safari) and enter http://dlinkrouter.local./. You can also enter the IP address of the router (192.168.0.1).
  2. At the login screen, type in admin for the user name and enter the router password you created in the wizard (no password by default).
  3. Go to Setup > Wireless Settings > Manual Wireless Network Setup to create a new Wi-Fi network name (SSID) and Wi-Fi password.

What can I do if I forget my password?

If you forget your password, you must reset your router. Unfortunately, this process will change all your settings back to factory default. To reset the router, locate the reset button (hole) on the bottom of the unit. With the router powered on, use an unfolded paper clip to press and hold the button down for about 10 seconds. Release the button and the router will go through its reboot process. Wait about 30 seconds to access the router. D-Link-‎DIR-
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fig-22Documentation is available at http://www.dlink.com/DIR-866L.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the D-Link DIR-866L (AC1750) Wireless Dual Band Gigabit Cloud Router?

The D-Link DIR-866L (AC1750) is a wireless router that supports dual-band Wi- Fi, offers gigabit Ethernet ports, and includes cloud management capabilities.

What are the main features of the D-Link DIR-866L (AC1750) router?

Some key features of the D-Link DIR-866L (AC1750) router include dual-band Wi- Fi, gigabit Ethernet ports, a USB port for file sharing, parental controls, and cloud management.

What is the maximum Wi-Fi speed supported by the D-Link DIR-866L (AC1750)?

The D-Link DIR-866L (AC1750) router supports a maximum Wi-Fi speed of up to 1750Mbps, with 1300Mbps on the 5GHz band and 450Mbps on the 2.4GHz band.

Can I prioritize certain devices or applications with the D-Link DIR-866L (AC1750)?

Yes, the D-Link DIR-866L (AC1750) router supports Quality of Service (QoS) functionality, allowing you to prioritize specific devices or applications to ensure they receive sufficient bandwidth.

Does the D-Link DIR-866L (AC1750) support guest networks?

Yes, the D-Link DIR-866L (AC1750) router supports guest networks, allowing you to create separate Wi-Fi networks for guests without sharing your main network password.

Does the D-Link DIR-866L (AC1750) router have USB ports?

Yes, the D-Link DIR-866L (AC1750) router has a USB 2.0 port, which allows you to connect USB storage devices to share files over the network.

Can I remotely manage the D-Link DIR-866L (AC1750) router?

Yes, the D-Link DIR-866L (AC1750) router supports cloud management, allowing you to remotely manage and monitor your network settings using the mydlink Lite app or web portal.

How many Ethernet ports does the D-Link DIR-866L (AC1750) router have?

The D-Link DIR-866L (AC1750) router features four gigabit Ethernet ports, which allow you to connect wired devices for high-speed data transfer.

What security features are included with the D-Link DIR-866L (AC1750)?

The D-Link DIR-866L (AC1750) router supports WPA/WPA2 encryption, SPI firewall, and guest network access controls to ensure network security.

Can I set up parental controls with the D-Link DIR-866L (AC1750)?

Yes, the D-Link DIR-866L (AC1750) router provides parental controls, allowing you to restrict access to specific websites or set schedules for internet access for connected devices.

Does the D-Link DIR-866L (AC1750) router support IPv6?

Yes, the D-Link DIR-866L (AC1750) router supports IPv6, which ensures compatibility with the latest internet protocol and future-proofing your network.

Does the D-Link DIR-866L (AC1750) router support VPN passthrough?

Yes, the D-Link DIR-866L (AC1750) router supports VPN passthrough, allowing you to establish VPN connections from devices connected to the router.

Can I create a wireless bridge or repeater using the D-Link DIR-866L (AC1750) router?

Yes, the D-Link DIR-866L (AC1750) router supports wireless bridge mode, which allows you to extend the range of your existing Wi-Fi network or connect wired devices wirelessly.

Is the D-Link DIR-866L (AC1750) router compatible with voice assistants like Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant?

No, the D-Link DIR-866L (AC1750) router does not have built-in compatibility with voice assistants.

What are the physical dimensions of the D-Link DIR-866L (AC1750) router?

The D-Link DIR-866L (AC1750) router measures approximately 8.94 x 6.89 x 1.47 inches (22.7 x 17.5 x 3.7 cm).

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