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Section 1 - Product Overview

Hardware Overview

LEDs

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SS USB LED

A solid white light indicates a USB 3.0 device is connected.

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USB LED

A solid white light indicates a USB 2.0 device is connected.

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5G LED

A solid white light indicates the 5GHz wireless function is working properly. During the WPS process,

this light will blink quickly.

4

2.4G LED

A solid white light indicates the 2.4GHz wireless function is working properly. During the WPS process,

this light will blink quickly.

5

Internet LED

A solid white 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.

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Power LED

A solid white light indicates a proper connection to the power supply. The light will be solid orange

during boot-up.

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Section 2 - Installation

Before you Begin

Installation

This section will walk you through the installation process. Placement of the router is very important. Do not place the router

in an enclosed area such as a closet, cabinet, or in the attic or garage.

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Users with DSL providers

- If you are using a PPPoE connection, you will need your PPPoE user name and password.

If you do not have this information, contact your Internet provider. Do not proceed until you have this information.

Also, make sure you disable or uninstall any PPPoE software such as WinPoET, BroadJump, or EnterNet 300 from

your computer or you will not be able to connect to the Internet.

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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.

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Advanced Users

- If your ISP provided you with a modem/router combo, you will need to set it to “bridge” mode

so the DIR-890L can work properly. For details, contact your ISP or refer to the user manual for your modem/router

device.

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Section 2 - Installation

Wireless Installation Considerations

The D-Link wireless router lets you access your network using a wireless connection from virtually anywhere within the operating

range of your wireless network. Keep in mind that the number, thickness and location of walls, ceilings, or other objects that the

wireless signals must pass through may limit the range. Typical ranges vary depending on the types of materials and background

RF (radio frequency) noise in your home or business. The key to maximizing wireless range is to follow these basic guidelines:

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.

2. Be aware of the direct line between network devices. A wall that is 1.5 feet thick (0.5 meters), at a 45-degree

angle appears to be almost 3 feet (1 meter) thick. At a 2-degree angle it looks over 42 feet (14 meters) thick!

Position devices so that the signal will travel straight through a wall or ceiling (instead of at an angle) for better

reception.

3. Building materials make a difference. A solid metal door or aluminum studs may have a negative effect on range.

Try to position access points, wireless routers, and computers so that the signal passes through drywall or open

doorways. Materials and objects such as glass, steel, metal, walls with insulation, water (fish tanks), mirrors, file

cabinets, brick, and concrete will degrade your wireless signal.

4. Keep your product away (at least 3-6 feet or 1-2 meters) from electrical devices or appliances that generate RF

noise.

5. If you are using 2.4 GHz cordless phones or X-10 (wireless products such as ceiling fans, lights, and home security

systems), your wireless connection may degrade dramatically or drop completely. Make sure your 2.4 GHz phone

base is as far away from your wireless devices as possible. The base transmits a signal even if the phone is not

in use.

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Section 2 - Installation

Antenna Setup

The DIR-

45°

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Section 2 - Installation

1. Turn off and unplug the power to your cable or DSL modem. This is required.

Manual Setup

2. Connect an Ethernet cable from the Internet port of the router to the Ethernet port on your cable or DSL modem.

Modem

Ethernet Port

Modem

Ethernet Cable

DIR-890L

Internet Port (yellow)