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Network Requirements

• An Ethernet-based cable or DSL modem

• IEEE 802.11ac/n/g/b/a 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:

• Internet Explorer 9 or higher

• Firefox 20 or higher

• Safari 5.1 or higher

• Chrome 25 or higher

Windows

®

Users:

Make sure you have the latest version of Java

installed. Visit

www.java.com

to download the latest version.

QRS Mobile Requirements

• iPhone®/iPad®/iPod Touch® (iOS 6.0 or higher)

• Android™ device (2.33 or higher)

System Requirements

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Introduction

The D-Link DIR-842 is an IEEE 802.11ac compliant device that delivers up to 3x faster speeds than 802.11n while staying backward

compatible with 802.11n/g/b/a devices. Connect the DIR-842 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 and equipped with four external antennas, this router

provides superior wireless coverage for larger homes and offices, or for users running bandwidth-intensive applications. The

DIR-842 also includes a 4-port 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet switch that connects to wired devices for uninterrupted video

calling and faster file transfers.

D-Link Intelligent QoS Technology helps to increase network efficiency by analyzing wired and wireless network traffic and

prioritizing it in order of importance. This way, important network traffic such as VoIP and video streaming, take priority over

background network traffic such as a file downloads and print tasks, ensuring you have optimal network performance.

The DIR-842 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.

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• Ultimate Gigabit Wireless Networking

- The DIR-842 provides up to 300 Mbps wireless connection in the 2.4

GHz band, and up to 867 Mbps wireless connection in the 5 GHz band with other 802.11ac and 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 802.11n/g/b/a Devices

- The DIR-842 is still fully compatible with the IEEE 802.11a, IEEE

802.11b, 802.11g and 802.11n, so it can connect with existing networking devices as well as PCI, USB, and

CardBus network 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-842 can pass through VPN sessions. It supports

multiple and concurrent IPSec and PPTP sessions, so users behind the DIR-842 can securely access

corporate networks.

• User-friendly Setup Wizard

- Through its easy-to-use web-based user interface, the DIR-842 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 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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Hardware Overview

Connections

1

LAN Ports (1-4)

Connect 10/100/1000 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

Power Button

Press the power button to power the DIR-842 on and off.

5

WPS / Reset Button

Short press to start the WPS process. Long press for 8 seconds to reset the router to default settings.

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LEDs

1

Power LED

A solid light indicates that the device is powered on. The light will blink while the device is in recovery

mode.

2

Internet LED

A solid light indicates that an Internet link is established.

3

WPS LED

A solid light indicates that the WPS handshake has been completed. The light will blink while the WPS

handshake is processing.

4

WLAN LED

A solid light indicates that the wireless is operating.

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LAN LEDs 1-4

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

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