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Network.Requirements

• An Ethernet-based Cable or DSL modem

• IEEE 802.11ac, 802.11a, 802.11n or 802.11g wireless clients

• 10/100 Ethernet

Web-based.Configuration.

Utility.Requirements

Computer.with.the.following:

• Windows®, Macintosh, or Linux-based operating system

• An installed Ethernet adapter

Browser.Requirements:

Microsoft Internet Explorer® v7, Mozilla® Firefox® v9.0,

Google® Chrome 16.0, or Safari® v4 or higher version

Windows

®

.Users:

Make sure you have the latest version of Java

installed. Visit

www.java.com

to download the latest version.

System Requirements

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Introduction

The D-Link DIR-803 is a IEEE 802.11ac compliant device that delivers up to 3 times faster speeds than 802.11n while staying

backward compatible with 802.11a/g/b devices. Connect the DIR-803 to a Cable or DSL modem and provide high-speed

Internet access to multiple computers, game consoles, and media players. Create a secure wireless network to share photos,

files, music, videos, printers, and network storage. Powered by the 802.11ac technology this router provides wireless coverage

for homes and offices, or for users running bandwidth-intensive applications.

With some routers, all wired and wireless traffic, including VoIP, Video Streaming, Online Gaming, and Web browsing are mixed

together into a single data stream. By handling data this way, applications like video streaming could pause or delay. With the

D-Link Intelligent QoS Technology, wired and wireless traffic are analyzed and separated into multiple data streams.

The DIR-803 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 utilizes Dual Active Firewalls (SPI and NAT) to prevent potential attacks

from across the Internet for the ideal centerpiece for your wireless network in the home or office.

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•.Ultimate.Fast.Wireless.Networking

- The DIR-803 provides up to 300Mbps wireless connection in 2.4GHz band,

433Mbps wireless connection in 5GHz with other 802.11ac and draft 802.11n wireless clients. This capability

allows users to participate in real-time activities online, such as video streaming, online gaming, and real-time

audio. The performance of this 802.11ac wireless router gives you the freedom of wireless networking at speeds

3x faster than 802.11n.

•.Compatible.with.802±11a/g/n.Devices

- The DIR-803 is still fully compatible with the IEEE 802.11a, 802.11g

and 802.11n, so it can connect with existing 802.11a, 802.11g and 802.11n PCI, USB, and Cardbus adapters.

•.Advanced. Firewall. Features

- The Web-based user interface displays a number of advanced network

management features including:

•

Content.Filtering

- Easily applied content filtering based on MAC Address, URL, and/or Domain

Name.

•

Filter.Scheduling

- These filters can be scheduled to be active on certain days or for a duration of

hours or minutes.

•

Secure.Multiple/Concurrent.Sessions

- The DIR-803 can pass through VPN sessions. It supports

multiple and concurrent IPSec and PPTP sessions, so users behind the DIR-803 can securely access

corporate networks.

•.User-friendly.Setup.Wizard

- Through its easy-to-use Web-based user interface, the DIR-803 lets you control what

information is accessible to those on the wireless network, whether from the Internet or from your company’s

server. Configure your router to your specific settings within minutes.

* Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11a, 802.11g, 802.11n and draft 802.11ac specifications. Actual data throughput will vary. Network conditions

and environmental factors, including volume of network traffic, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. Environmental

conditions will adversely affect wireless signal range.

Features

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Connections

1

LAN Ports (1-4)

Connect 10/100 Ethernet devices such as computers, switches, storage (NAS) devices and game consoles.

2

Internet Port

Using an Ethernet cable, connect your broadband modem to this port.

3

Power Receptor

Receptor for the supplied power adapter.

4

Reset Button

Insert a paperclip in the hole and wait for 10 seconds to reset the router to default settings.

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LEDs

1

Power LED

A solid green light indicates a proper connection to the power supply.

2

Internet LED

A solid light indicates connection on the Internet port.

3

WPS LED

This LED blinks during WPS handshake phase.

4

Wireless LED

A solid light indicates that the wireless segment is ready. This LED blinks during wireless data transmission.

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Local Network LEDs

A solid light indicates a connection to an Ethernet-enabled computer on ports 1-4.

This LED blinks during data transmission

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