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D-Link DSL-2900AL User Manual

Section 1 - Product Overview

Network Requirements

• A DSL Internet connection

• 802.11ac, n, g, b, or a wireless or Ethernet port

Web-based Configuration

Utility Requirements

Computer with the following:

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

• An installed Ethernet adapter

Browser Requirements:

• Internet Explorer 8 or higher

• Firefox 12 or higher

• Safari 4 or higher

• Chrome 20 or higher

Windows

®

Users:

Make sure you have the latest version of Java

installed. Visit

www.java.com

to download the latest version.

mydlink Requirements

• iPhone/iPad/iPod touch (iOS 6.0 or higher)

• Android device (2.3.3 or higher)

• Computer with the following browser requirements:

• Internet Explorer 8 or higher

• Firefox 12 or higher

• Safari 4 or higher

• Chrome 20 or higher

iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch are registered trademarks of Apple Inc. Android is a trademark of Google, Inc.

System Requirements

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Introduction

The D-Link DSL-2900AL VIPER Dual Band AC1900 Modem Router shares your DSL Internet connection over a blazing-fast Wireless

AC connection. It also comes equipped with four Gigabit ports to provide speeds up to 10x faster than standard 10/100 ports.

With the addition of Quality of Service (QoS), you can organize and prioritize separate data streams for your network traffic so

your video streaming, gaming, and VoIP calls run smoother over both your wired and wireless network.

The VIPER Dual Band AC1900 Modem Router is also mydlink-enabled, which gives you access to your home network no matter

where you go. Now you can monitor and manage your home network right from your laptop, iPhone®, iPad®, or Android™

device. mydlink-enabled routers can be configured to send an email to keep you informed anywhere, anytime when new

devices are connecting to your network or unwanted access is detected. Monitor in real-time websites that are being visited

with recent browser history displayed on the mydlink™ Lite app – which is great for parents.

SharePort technology lets you take advantage of the USB port found on the back of your DSL-2900AL. Plug in a USB storage

drive and you can use the mydlink™ SharePort app for iPad®, iPhone®, iPod touch®, and Android™ device to access files, stream

videos, view photos, or listen to music on your laptop or mobile devices.

The DSL-2900AL VIPER Dual Band AC1900 Modem Router provides incredible wireless speeds, fast Gigabit Ethernet ports, cloud

features, and terrific security features. Its compact design stays out of your way, and installation is easy and fast.

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Features

• Faster Wireless Networking

- The DSL-2900AL Wireless AC technology provides a wireless connection with

speeds of up to 1200 Mbps

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with concurrent 801.11ac and 802.11n wireless clients . It also operates on both the

2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands to allow separation of traffic so users can participate in high-bandwidth activities, such

as video streaming, online gaming, and real-time audio, without affecting low-priority traffic like email and web

surfing.

• Cloud Features

- The DSL-2900AL is mydlink-enabled so you can remotely access and manage your DSL-2900AL

from a mobile device. The mydlink™ SharePort app can be used to share files, stream videos, view photos, and play

music, and SharePort Plus lets you share a printer.

• Compatible with 802.11n/g/b/a Devices

- The DSL-2900AL is still fully compatible with IEEE 802.11n, 802.11g

and 802.11a standards, so it can connect with existing 802.11n, 802.11g, 802.11b, and 802.11a wireless devices.

• AdvancedFirewallFeatures

- The web-based user interface displays a number of advanced network management

features including:

•

Content Filtering

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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 DSL-2900AL can pass through VPN sessions. It supports

multiple and concurrent IPSec and PPTP sessions, so users behind the DSL-2900AL can securely access

corporate networks.

• User-friendly SetupWizard

- Through its easy-to-use web-based user interface, the DSL-2900AL 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, 802.11b, 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.

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D-Link DSL-2900AL User Manual

Section 1 - Product Overview

Hardware Overview

Front View

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WPS Button & LED

The light will blink during the WPS process.

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Internet LED

A solid green light indicates a proper connection to your broadband service.

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ADSL LED

A solid green light indicates a proper connection to the ADSL enabled telephone line.

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USB 3.0 & 2.0 LEDs

A solid green light indicates a connection to a USB device.

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2.4G Wireless LED

A solid green light indicates that the wireless segment is ready. The light will blink during data transmission.

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5G Wireless LED

A solid green light indicates that the wireless segment is ready. The light will blink during data transmission.

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LAN (1~4) LEDs

A solid

amber

light indicates a connection to a Gigabit Ethernet device while a

green

light indicates a connection to a 10/100 device. The LED will

blink

during data transmission.

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Power LED

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

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Back / Bottom View

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ADSL Port

Connect to an ADSL enabled telephone line and the supplied microfilter/splitter.

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USB 3.0 & 2.0 Ports

Connect USB devices such as printers, scanners or storage.

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LAN (1~4) Ports

Connect Ethernet devices such as computers, switches, and game consoles.

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Wi-Fi Button

Press for three seconds to enable/disable wireless networks.

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Power Button

Press to turn on or off the device.

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Power Port

Connect the supplied power adapter.

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Reset Button

Press for 7~10 seconds to return the device to factory defaults

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