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D-Link DWR-953 User Manual

Section 1 - Product Overview

Introduction

The D-Link Wireless AC750 4G LTE Router allows users to access worldwide mobile broadband networks. Once connected,

users can transfer data, stream media, and send SMS messages. Simply insert a 3G / 4G SIM card to share your 3G / 4G

Internet connection through a secure 802.11n wireless network, or by using any of the four 10/100 Ethernet ports.

Keep your wireless network safe with WPA/WPA2 wireless encryption. The DWR-953 utilizes dual-active firewalls (SPI and

NAT) to prevent potential attacks across the Internet, and includes MAC address filtering to control access to your network.

The Wireless AC750 4G LTE Router can be installed quickly and easily almost anywhere, making it great for when you need

an impromptu wireless network, or wherever conventional network access is unavailable.

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Section 1 - Product Overview

Hardware Overview

Front View

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Reset Button

Press this button with an unfolded paperclip and hold for ten seconds to reset the device.

2

WPS Button

Press this button to initiate a new WPS connection. See

WPS Button

on page 52 for details.

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LEDs

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WAN LED

Will be lit if a WAN Ethernet connection is established.

2

LAN LED

Will be lit if an Ethernet connection is established, and will blink when data is being transferred.

3

2.4 GHz LED

Will be lit if the 2.4 GHz wireless function is enabled, and will blink when wireless data is being transferred.

4

5 GHz LED

Will be lit if the 5 GHz wireless function is enabled, and will blink when wireless data is being transferred.

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Signal Strength

Blinking Red:

No SIM card or unverified PIN code.

Solid Red:

Signal strength is weak.

Solid Amber:

Signal strength is medium.

Solid Green:

Signal strength is strong.

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Status

Will be lit if the device is powered on and working.

7

2G/3G

Will be lit if a 2G/3G connection is established.

8

4G

Will be lit if a 4G connection is established.

9

SMS

Will be lit if a your SIM card number has received an SMS message.

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Ethernet LAN Ports

For connection to a network-enabled desktop or notebook computer.

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Ethernet WAN Port

For connection to a DSL/cable modem or router.

3

SIM Card

Insert your 4G/3G SIM card here.

4

Power Connector

Connects to the included power adapter.

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Power On/Off

Power On/Off button.

Back View

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Section 2 - Installation

Before You Begin

Installation

This section will guide 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 an attic or garage.

1.

Ensure that your DWR-953 Wireless AC750 4G LTE Router is disconnected and powered off.

2.

To use your 3G / 4G Internet connection, insert a 3G / 4G SIM card into the SIM card slot on the back of the device.

3.

Insert your Internet/WAN network cable into the WAN port on the back of the router.

Note:

The 3G/4G connection can also be used as a backup WAN. Once a backup is configured, the router will automatically use 3G / 4G for the

Internet connection if the Ethernet WAN is not available.

4.

Insert the Ethernet cable into any LAN Port 1 on the back panel of the DWR-953 Wireless AC750 4G LTE Router and an available Ethernet port

on the network adapter in the computer you will use to configure the router.

Note:

The DWR-953 Wireless AC750 4G LTE Router LAN Ports are Auto-MDI/MDIX, so both patch and crossover Ethernet cables can be used.

5.

Connect the power adapter to the socket on the back panel of your DWR-953 Wireless AC750 4G LTE Router. Plug the other end of the power

adapter into a wall outlet or power strip and turn the device on.

a.

The Status LED will light up to indicate that power has been supplied to the router.

b.

The LEDs on the front panel will flash on and off as the DWR-953 Wireless AC750 4G LTE Router performs initialization and Internet connection

processes.

c.

After a few moments, if a connection has been established, the following LEDs will turn solid green: Power, Status, WAN, WLAN, and any LAN

Port LEDs that are connected computers or other devices.