D-Link DIR-1760 User Manual

D-Link DIR-1760 User Manual

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Version 1.00| 2018/08/02
User Manual
AC1750 Mesh-Enabled Smart Wi-Fi Router
DIR-1760

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  • Page 1 Version 1.00| 2018/08/02 User Manual AC1750 Mesh-Enabled Smart Wi-Fi Router DIR-1760...
  • 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

    Time ..................76 Home ....................22 Schedule ................77 Internet ...................22 System Log ................78 DIR-1760.................23 System Admin ..............80 Connected Clients ..............24 System ................81 USB Device ................25 User ..................82 Settings ..................26 Upgrade .................84 Wizard ..................26 Statistics .................85 Internet ...................26 IPv6 ..................36 D-Link DIR-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 4 WPA/WPA2 ................. 127 Troubleshooting ............129 Wireless Basics ...............133 What is Wireless? ..............134 Tips ....................136 Wireless Modes ................. 137 Networking Basics ............138 Check your IP address ............138 Statically Assign an IP address ..........139 D-Link DIR-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 5: Product Overview

    If any of the above items are missing or damaged, please contact your local reseller. Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with the DIR-1760 will cause damage and void the warranty for this product.
  • Page 6: System Requirements

    Users: Make sure you have the latest version of Java ® installed. Visit www.java.com to download the latest version. • iPhone®/iPad®, Android™, or Windows smartphone or tablet. Wi-Fi APP Requirement (Please refer to the mobile app's store page to check whether your device is compatible) D-Link DIR-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 7: Introduction

    5 GHz or 2.4 GHz band network would provide them with better range and speed. Smart Connect simplifies this by only presenting a single wireless network for you to connect to. Behind the scenes, when a connection is initiated, the DIR-1760's advanced algorithms determine the best band for your device to connect to, automatically distributing devices to the optimal band, thereby ensuring a faster, more reliable, and hassle-free experience for all of your users and devices.
  • Page 8 Introduction (continued) The DIR-1760 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.
  • Page 9: Features

    IPv6 Support - The DIR-1760 fully supports IPv6 and includes support for a variety of IPv6 connection types including: SLAAC/DHCPv6, 6to4, 6rd, Static IPv6, IPv6 PPPoE, IPv6 in IPv4 tunneling, and local connectivity.
  • Page 10: Hardware Overview

    A solid white light indicates that the 2.4 GHz wireless band is enabled. Wireless (5 GHz LED) A solid white light indicates that the 5 GHz wireless band is enabled. USB LED A solid white light indicates a USB storage device is connected to the router. D-Link DIR-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 11: Back Panel

    Press to start the WPS process and automatically create an encrypted connection to a WPS client. Power Connector Connector for the supplied power adapter. Power Button Press the power button to power the device on or off. D-Link DIR-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 12: Front Panel

    Section 1 - Product Overview Front Panel USB 3.0 Port Connect a USB storage device to share files over the network. D-Link DIR-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 13: Installation

    Section 3 - Installation Installation This section will walk you through the installation of the DIR-1760. 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 14: Wireless Installation Considerations

    1. Keep the number of walls and ceilings between the D-Link router and other network devices to a minimum - each wall or ceiling can reduce your adapter’s range from 3-90 feet (1-30 meters.) Position your devices so that the number of walls or ceilings is minimized.
  • Page 15: Hardware Setup

    Section 3 - Installation Hardware Setup 1. The DIR-1760 is designed to give you the fastest, most stable network connection possible. In order to maximize performance, fully extend the antennas into a 105 degree angle to provide optimal wireless coverage. Keep the router in an open area for better wireless coverage.
  • Page 16 LED indicator on the front of the device changes from orange to solid white. Modem DIR-1760 INTERNETRR ES ET DCIN POWER 12V... 2A Note: This unit is to be used with power supply model S36B52-120A250-04. D-Link DIR-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 17 Section 3 - Installation 7. If you are configuring the DIR-1760 wirelessly from a PC, connect to a Wi-Fi network. You can also find the Wi-Fi network names and passwords printed on the label attached to the bottom your router.
  • Page 18: Completing Setup

    There are several different ways you can configure your router to connect to the Internet and connect to your clients: • D-Link Setup Wizard - This wizard will launch when you log into the router for the first time. Refer to Setup Wizard on page 15.
  • Page 19: Setup Wizard

    (default: http://192.168.0.1). The wizard is designed to guide you through a step-by-step process to configure your new D-Link router and connect to the Internet. Click Next to continue. Please wait while your router detects your Internet connection type. If the router detects your Internet connection, you may need to enter your ISP information such as username and password.
  • Page 20 Note: Make sure to remove your PPPoE software from your computer. The software is no longer needed and will not work through a router. If the router detected or you selected Static, enter the IP and DNS settings supplied by your ISP. Click Next to continue. D-Link DIR-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 21 Click Next to continue. Note: The DIR-1760's Smart Connect feature presents a single wireless network. When connecting clients to an extension network, they will be automatically added to the best band, either 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz. To disable the Smart Connect feature and individually configure 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz networks, refer to Wireless...
  • Page 22 Back to make changes. At the end of the wizard, you will be presented with a final summary of your settings. Click Finish to close the wizard. Congratulations, your device has been successfully configured! D-Link DIR-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 23: D-Link Wi-Fi App

    Note: The screenshots may be different depending on your mobile device’s OS version. The following steps show the Android™ interface of the D-Link Wi-Fi app. If you are using an iOS device, the appearance may be different from that of the screenshots, but the process is the same.
  • Page 24 "Others" then tap NEXT. DIR-1760 Step 5 You will now be guided through a step-by-step process for setting up your device. Simply follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation and DIR-1760 configuration process. D-Link DIR-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 25: Configuration

    The bar at the top of the page has quick access to Settings and Management functions. You may quickly jump back Home at any time. Note: The system will automatically log out after a period of inactivity. D-Link DIR-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 26: Home

    Internet icon. Click IPv4 or IPv6 to see details of the IPv4 connection and IPv6 connection respectively. Click Release IP Address to disconnect from the Internet. If you do this and wish to reconnect, click Renew. To reconfigure the Internet settings, refer to Internet on page 26. D-Link DIR-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 27: Dir-1760

    Section 4 - Configuration DIR-1760 Click on the DIR-1760 icon to view details about the router and its wireless settings. Here you can see the router’s current Wi-Fi network name and password, as well as the router's MAC address, IPv4 address, and IPv6 address.
  • Page 28: Connected Clients

    Displays the current IP address of this client. Reserve IP: Enable to reserve this IP address for this client. IP Address Specify an IP address for the DIR-1760's DHCP server to assign. (Reserved): Parental Control: Allow or Block access to the router.
  • Page 29: Usb Device

    To reconfigure the USB sharing settings, either click Go to settings on the lower right, or click Settings (at the top of the page) and then USB Sharing on the menu that appears. Refer to USB Sharing on page 67 for more information. D-Link DIR-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 30: Settings

    For PPPoE refer to page 29. For PPTP refer to page 31. For L2TP refer to page 33. For DS-Lite refer to page 35. To configure an IPv6 connection, click the IPv6 link. Refer to page 36. D-Link DIR-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 31 The default MAC address is set to the Internet port’s physical interface Clone: MAC address on the router. You can use the drop-down menu to replace the Internet port’s MAC address with the MAC address of a connected client. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 32 The default MAC address is set to the Internet port’s physical interface Clone: MAC address on the router. You can use the drop-down menu to replace the Internet port’s MAC address with the MAC address of a connected client. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 33 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-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 34 The default MAC address is set to the Internet port’s physical interface Clone: MAC address on the router. You can use the drop-down menu to replace the Internet port’s MAC address with the MAC address of a connected client. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 35 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-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 36 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-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 37 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-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 38 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-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 39 Enter the B4 IPv4 address value used here. WAN IPv6 Once connected, the WAN IPv6 address will be displayed here. Address: IPv6 WAN Default Once connected, the IPv6 WAN default gateway address will be Gateway: displayed here. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 40: Ipv6

    For Auto Configuration (SLAAC/DHCPv6) refer to page 41. For PPPoE refer to page 44. For IPv6 in IPv4 Tunnel refer to page 48. For 6to4 refer to page 51. For 6rd refer to page 53. For Local Connectivity Only refer to page 55. D-Link DIR-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 41 Displays the router’s LAN link-local address. Local Address: If Enable DHCP-PD is disabled, these additional parameters are available for configuration: LAN IPv6 Address: Enter a valid LAN IPv6 address. LAN IPv6 Link- Displays the router’s LAN link-local address. Local Address: D-Link DIR-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 42 IPv6 Address 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): Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 43 Enter the subnet prefix length supplied by your ISP. Length: LAN IPv6 Address 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-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 44 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-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 45 Displays the router’s LAN link-local address. Local Address: If Enable DHCP-PD is disabled, these additional parameters are available for configuration: LAN IPv6 Address: Enter a valid LAN IPv6 address. LAN IPv6 Link- Displays the router’s LAN link-local address. Local Address: D-Link DIR-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 46 If you selected Stateful DHCPv6 as the Autoconfiguration Type: IPv6 Address 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): D-Link DIR-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 47 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-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 48 Select either Dynamic IP or Static IP. Address Mode: Service Name: Enter the ISP service name (optional). Select either Always On or Manual. Reconnect Mode Maximum Transmission Unit - you may need to change the MTU for optimal performance with your ISP. D-Link DIR-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 49 LAN IPv6 Address Settings Enable DHCP-PD: Enable or disable prefix delegation services. This option is only available if you selected Dynamic IP for address mode. LAN IPv6 Link- Displays the router’s LAN link-local address. Local Address: D-Link DIR-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 50 /63. Contact your ISP for more information. Autoconfiguration Select SLAAC+RDNSS, SLAAC+Stateless DHCP, or Stateful DHCPv6. Type: If you selected SLAAC+RDNSS or SLAAC+Stateless DHCP as the Autoconfiguration Type: Router Enter the router advertisement lifetime (in minutes). Advertisement Lifetime: D-Link DIR-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 51 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-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 52 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-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 53 LAN interface. Note: This feature requires a smaller subnet prefix than /64 (i.e. allowing for a larger address allocation), such as /63. Contact your ISP for more information. Autoconfiguration Select SLAAC+RDNSS, SLAAC+Stateless DHCP, or Stateful DHCPv6. Type: D-Link DIR-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 54 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-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 55 Secondary DNS Enter the secondary DNS server address. Server: LAN IPv6 Address 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-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 56 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-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 57 Enter the 6rd border relay IPv4 address settings supplied by your ISP. 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-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 58 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-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 59 If you selected Enable ULA and disabled Default ULA Prefix: ULA Prefix: Enter your own ULA prefix. Current IPv6 ULA Settings Current ULA Displays the current ULA prefix. Prefix: LAN IPv6 ULA: Displays the LAN's IPv6 ULA. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 60: Vlan

    Enter the VLAN ID for your VoIP network, as provided by your ISP. If Priority ID is enabled: Priority ID: Select a priority ID from the drop-down menu to assign to the corresponding VLAN. Higher priority ID traffic takes precedence over traffic with a low priority ID tag. D-Link DIR-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 61 From the drop-down menu, you can select the type of connection Guest Zone: (Internet, IPTV, or Voice over IP) coming from the WAN connection to each interface on the DIR-1760. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 62: Wireless

    WPS-PBC Status: Enable or disable WPS-PBC (Push Button Configuration) fuctionality. WPS-PIN Status: Enable or disable WPS-PIN fuctionality. Refer to the next page if you wish to disable Smart Connect or click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 63 Select Auto 20/40/80 if you are using 802.11ac, 802.11n, and 802.11a (5 GHz): devices, select Auto 20/40 if you are using 802.11n and 802.11a devices, or select 20 MHz if you are only using 802.11a devices. D-Link DIR-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 64 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 (Push Button Configuration) fuctionality. WPS-PIN Status: Enable or disable WPS-PIN fuctionality. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 65: Guest Zone

    Schedule on page 77 for more information. Home Network Access Internet Access Enabling this option will confine connectivity to the Internet, Only: preventing guests from accessing other local network devices. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 66: Network

    Local Domain Enter the domain name (optional). Name: Enable DNS Relay: Disable to transfer the DNS server information from your ISP to your computers. If enabled, your computers will use the router for a DNS server. D-Link DIR-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 67 Enable to allow IPv4 multicast traffic to pass through the router from Stream: the Internet. IPv6 Multicast Enable to allow IPv6 multicast traffic to pass through the router from Stream: the Internet. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 68: Usb Sharing

    USB device plugged into the router through a web browser. FTP Server Port Enter the port number of FTP server. Idle Time Enter the time (in minutes) before connected clients will be considered idle. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 69: Features

    If you want to remove a priority assignment from a device and return it to the All Devices list, click the cross icon in the top right of the device card. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 70: Firewall

    Enable Anti-Spoof Enable this feature to help protect your network from certain kinds Checking: of “spoofing” attacks. IPv6 Simple Enable or disable IPv6 simple security. Security: IPv6 Ingress Enable or disable IPv6 ingress filtering. Filtering: D-Link DIR-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 71 NAT devices and work around them. This ALG may interfere with the operation of such devices. If you are having trouble making VoIP calls, try turning this ALG off. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 72: Ipv4/Ipv6 Rules

    The schedule may be set to Always Enable, or you can create your own schedules in the Schedules section. Refer to Refer to Schedule on page 77 for more information. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 73: Port Forwarding

    The schedule may be set to Always Enable, or you can create your own schedules in the Schedules section. Refer to Schedule on page 77 for more information. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 74: Virtual Server

    The schedule may be set to Always Enable, or you can create your own schedules in the Schedules section. Refer to Schedule on page 77 for more information. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 75: Website Filter

    If you wish to remove a rule, click on its trash can icon in the Delete column. If you wish to edit a rule, simply replace the URL or domain. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 76: Static Routes

    Enter a route metric value ranging from 0 to 15. This value indicates the cost of using this route. 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-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 77: Ipv6

    Enter a route metric value ranging from 0 to 15. This value indicates the cost of using this route. 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-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 78: Dynamic Dns

    Enter a time out time (in hours). Click Save when you are done. At the bottom of the page are the IPv6 host settings. To configure an IPv6 dynamic DNS host, refer to IPv6 Host on page 75. D-Link DIR-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 79: Ipv6 Host

    Enter the host name that you registered with your dynamic DNS service provider. IPv6 Address: Enter the IPv6 address of the dynamic DNS server. Alternatively, select the server device in the drop-down menu. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 80: Management

    Click Save when you are done. To configure and manage your schedules, click Schedule and refer to Schedule on page 77. D-Link DIR-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 81: Schedule

    You can add multiple days to the schedule, but only one period per day. To remove a time period from the schedule, click on the cross icon. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 82: 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-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 83 The schedule may be set to Always Enable, or you can create your own schedules in the Schedules section. Refer to Schedule on page 77 for more information. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 84: System Admin

    Internet by a web browser. A password is still required to access the web management interface. Remote Admin The port number used to access the DIR-1760 is used in the URL. Example: Port: http://x.x.x.x:8080 where x.x.x.x is the Internet IP address of the DIR-1760 and 8080 is the port used for the web management interface.
  • Page 85: System

    Device: Auto Reboot: You may set the DIR-1760 to automatically reboot at a set time. The options are Never, Daily, Weekly. You may set the hour using a 24 hour format, the minute, and the day you wish to have the DIR-1760 automatically reboot.
  • Page 86: User

    Permission: If SAMBA is enabled, choose to assign either Read Only or Read/ Write permission. Folder: Click Browse to select the folder you want to share. D-Link DIR-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 87 If FTP is enabled, choose to assign either Read Only or Read/Write Permission: permission. Folder: Click Browse to select the folder you want to share. Status: Enable or disable Virtual Private Network (VPN) functionality for this user. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 88: Upgrade

    If you wish to upgrade manually, first download the firmware file you wish to upgrade to. Next, click the Upgrade Firmware button and browse to Firmware: the file to install the new firmware. You can also browse to a language pack file to install a new language pack. D-Link DIR-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 89: Statistics

    You can view the Internet, LAN, Wi-Fi 2.4 GHz, or Wi-Fi 5 GHz by clicking on the respective tabs at the top. The graph will update in real time. To clear the information on the graph, click Clear. The traffic counter will reset if the device is rebooted. D-Link DIR-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 90: Quick Vpn

    Section 5 - 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 91: Important Information

    Important Information The following instructions explain how 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 to a remote network and use their router's Internet connection to add a layer of security while using untrusted networks.
  • Page 92: Quick Vpn Server Setup Instructions

    Enter a passkey between 6 and 64 characters. Choose the authentication protocol type: MSCHAPv2, PAP, or CHAP. Authentication Protocol: MSCHAPv2 is the default. Select the encryption cipher strength: none, RC4-40, or RC4-128. MPPE: RC4-128 is the default. D-Link DIR-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 93 Choose the authentication protocol type: MSCHAPv2, PAP, or CHAP. Authentication Protocol: MSCHAPv2 is the default. MPPE: Select the encryption cipher strength: None, RC4-40, or RC4-128. RC4-128 is the default. Click Save and proceed to client setup pages. D-Link DIR-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 94: Ios Devices

    1. Touch Settings on your iPhone or iPad. Scroll to and tap General. Scroll to and tap VPN. 2. Click on Add VPN Configuration... You should see a pop up window asking you to fill out the details of your VPN connection. D-Link DIR-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 95 Server: Enter the IP/DDNS address of your Quick VPN server. Account: Enter the Username used o authenticate login to VPN server. Password: Enter Password used to authenticate login to VPN server. Secret: Enter your Passkey (PSK). D-Link DIR-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 96 Section 5 - Quick VPN VPN Setup Instructions (Continued) 5. Click Done to save and return to the main VPN Configurations page. Your iOS device is now configured to connect to your Quick VPN server. D-Link DIR-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 97 To connect or disconnect from to your Quick VPN server, open Settings and under General 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-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 98: 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-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 99 Section 5 - 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-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 100 Section 5 - 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-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 101: 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-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 102 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-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 103 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-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 104 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-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 105: 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-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 106 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-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 107 Section 5 - 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-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 108 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-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 109 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-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 110 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-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 111: Windows 10

    Section 5 - 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-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 112 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-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 113 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-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 114: Android

    Section 5 - 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 > ADD VPN NETWORK D-Link DIR-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 115 Select L2TP/IPSec PSK for Type. Enter the IP/DDNS address of your Quick VPN server. Enter your Passkey (PSK) in IPSec pre-shared key field. Choose Save. Your Android device is now configured to connect to your Quick VPN server. D-Link DIR-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 116 Section 5 - 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-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 117 Section 5 - Quick VPN Connect or Disconnect (Continued) To connect, enter your Username and Password and select CONNECT. To disconnect, select DISCONNECT. D-Link DIR-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 118: Connect 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-1760 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 119: Windows® 10

    Windows® 10 When connecting to the DIR-1760 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 120 Your computer will now automatically connect to this wireless network when it is detected. 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-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 121: Windows® 8

    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-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 122 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-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 123: Windows® 7

    If you are joining an existing network, you will need to know the security key or passphrase being used. 1. Click on the wireless icon in your system tray (lower-right corner). Wireless Icon 2. The utility will display any available wireless networks in your area. D-Link DIR-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 124 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. 4. The following window appears while your computer tries to connect to the router. D-Link DIR-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 125 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-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 126: Wps

    Section 6- Connecting a Wireless Client The WPS feature of the DIR-1760 can be configured using Windows® 7. Carry out the following steps to use Windows® 7 to configure the WPS feature: 1. Click the Start button and select Computer from the Start menu.
  • Page 127 Section 6- Connecting a Wireless Client 3. Double-click the DIR-1760. DIR-1760 4. Input the WPS PIN number (on the router label) in the Setup > Wireless Setup menu in the Router’s Web UI) and click Next. D-Link DIR-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 128 Section 6- Connecting a Wireless Client 5. Type a name to identify the network. 6. To configure advanced settings, click the icon. Click Next to continue. D-Link DIR-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 129 7. The following window appears while the DIR-1760 is being configured. Wait for the configuration to complete. 8. The following window informs you that WPS on the DIR-1760 has been set up successfully. Make a note of the security key as you may need to provide this security key if adding an older wireless device to the network in the future.
  • Page 130: Windows Vista

    (displayed using the SSID) and click the Connect button. 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. D-Link DIR-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 131: Wpa/Wpa2

    1. 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. 2. Highlight the Wi-Fi name (SSID) you would like to connect to and click Connect. D-Link DIR-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 132 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-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 133: Troubleshooting

    1. Why can’t I access the web-based configuration utility? When entering the IP address of the D-Link router (192.168.0.1 for example), you are not connecting to a website, nor do you have to be connected to the Internet. The device has the utility built-in to a ROM chip in the device itself. Your computer must be on the same IP subnet to connect to the web-based utility.
  • Page 134 • 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 135 • Windows® 95, 98, and Me users type in command (Windows® NT, 2000, XP, Vista®, 7, and 10 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-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 136 • 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-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 137: 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 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. You will be able to enjoy the freedom that wireless networking delivers.
  • Page 138: 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 139 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. Home Uses/Benefits • Gives everyone at home broadband access •...
  • Page 140: Tips

    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 141: 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-1760 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 142: 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 143: 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-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 144: 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-1760 offers the following types of security: • WPA2 (Wi-Fi Protected Access 2) •...
  • Page 145: Technical Specifications

    Environmental factors will adversely affect wireless signal range. 2 Frequency Range varies depending on country’s regulation. 3 The DIR-1760 does not include 5.25-5.35 GHz & 5.47-5.725 GHz in some regions. D-Link DIR-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 146: Regulatory Statements

    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-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 147 Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'ISED applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement. D-Link DIR-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 148 Cet équipement est conforme aux limites d'exposition aux rayonnements ISED établies pour un environnement non contrôlé. Cet équipement doit être installé et utilisé avec un minimum de 44 cm de distance entre la source de rayonnement et votre corps. D-Link DIR-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 149 (iii) De plus, les utilisateurs devraient aussi être avisés que les utilisateurs de radars de haute puissance sont désignés utilisateurs principaux (c.- à-d., qu’ils ont la priorité) pour les bandes 5650-5850 MHz et que ces radars pourraient causer du brouillage et/ou des dommages aux dispositifs LAN-EL. D-Link DIR-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 150 Note: The country code selection is for non-US model only and is not available to all US model. Per FCC regulation, all WiFi product marketed in US must fixed to US operation channels only. D-Link DIR-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 151 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 152 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 153 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-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 154 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-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 155 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-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 156 • 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-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 157 • 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-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 158 • 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-1760 User Manual...
  • Page 159 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 160 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 161 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 162 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 163 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 164 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 165 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.
  • Page 166 Appendix D - Regulatory Information Hér með lýsir D-Link Corporation því yfir að þessi vara, fylgihlutir og hugbúnaður eru í samræmi við tilskipun Íslenska [Icelandic] 2014/53/EB. Sækja má ESB-samræmisyfirlýsinguna í heild sinni og fastbúnað vörunnar af vefsíðu vörunnar á www.

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