D-Link DIR-825 User Manual

DIR-825 AC1200 Wave 2 MU-MIMO Wi-Fi Gigabit Router
with 3G/LTE Support and USB Port
User Manual
Configuring via Web-based Interface
LAN
To configure the router's local interface, go to the Connections Setup / LAN page.
IPv4
Go to the IPv4 tab to change IPv4 address, configure the built-in DHCP server, or specify MAC
address and IP address pairs.
Figure 88. Configuring the local interface. The IPv4 tab. The Local IP Address section.
Parameter Description
Local IP Address
Mode of local IP
address assignment
Available if the Access point, Repeater, or Client mode was
selected in the Setup Wizard.
Select the needed value from the drop-down list.
• Static: The IPv4 address, subnet mask, and the gateway IP
address are assigned manually.
• Dynamic: The router automatically obtains these
parameters from the LAN DHCP server or from the router to
which it connects.
IP address
The IPv4 address of the router in the local subnet. By default, the
following value is specified: 192.168.0.1.
Mask
The mask of the local subnet. By default, the following value is
specified: 255.255.255.0.
Gateway IP address
Available if the Access point, Repeater, or Client mode was
selected in the Setup Wizard.
The gateway IPv4 address which is used by the router to connect to
the Internet (e.g., for synchronizing the system time with an NTP
server). Optional.
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D-Link DIR-825 Specifications

Ports & Interfaces

gigabit LAN ports	4
gigabit WAN port	1
USB port	1

Weight and Dimensions

item dimensions	4.6” x 7.6” x 1.2”
packaging dimensions	9.6” x 11.1” x 3.1”
item weight	0.7 lbs
packaging weight	2.0 lbs

Summary

Chapter 1. Introduction

Contents and Audience

Target audience and manual scope.

Conventions

Document conventions used in the manual.

Document Structure

Overview of the manual's chapter breakdown.

Chapter 2. Overview

General Information

General overview of the DIR-825 router features and capabilities.

Specifications

Technical specifications of the router's hardware and software components.

Product Appearance

Visual description of the router's physical layout and components.

Upper Panel

Details of the LEDs and buttons on the router's top panel.

Back and Bottom Panels

Description of ports and buttons on the router's rear and bottom panels.

Delivery Package

List of items included in the router's packaging.

Chapter 3. Installation and Connection

Before You Begin

Prerequisites and initial checks before installing the router.

Connecting to PC

Steps to connect a computer to the router via Ethernet or Wi-Fi.

PC with Ethernet Adapter

Connecting the router to a PC using an Ethernet cable.

Obtaining IP Address Automatically (OS Windows 7)

Configuring automatic IP address acquisition on Windows 7.

Obtaining IP Address Automatically (OS Windows 10)

Configuring automatic IP address acquisition on Windows 10.

PC with Wi-Fi Adapter

Connecting the router to a PC using a Wi-Fi adapter.

Obtaining IP Address Automatically and Connecting to Wireless Network (OS Windows 7)

Connecting to Wi-Fi and getting IP on Windows 7.

Obtaining IP Address Automatically and Connecting to Wireless Network (OS Windows 10)

Connecting to Wi-Fi and getting IP on Windows 10.

Connecting to Web-based Interface

Accessing and logging into the router's web-based configuration interface.

Web-based Interface Structure

Overview of the router's web interface layout and key sections.

Summary Page

Displays the current status and information of the router.

Home Page

Provides links to frequently used settings and features of the router.

Menu Sections

Navigation guide to different configuration menus within the web interface.

Notifications

How the router displays system notifications and alerts.

Chapter 4. Configuring via Web-based Interface

Initial Configuration Wizard

Step-by-step guide to set up the router for initial operation.

Selecting Operation Mode

Choosing the router's operating mode (Router, AP, Repeater, Client, etc.).

Router

Configuration for router mode, connecting to wired ISP.

WISP Repeater mode

Configuration for WISP Repeater mode, connecting to wireless ISP.

Access Point or Repeater

Setting up the router as an Access Point or Repeater.

Client mode

Configuring the router to act as a wireless client.

Creating 3G/LTE WAN Connection

Setting up a WAN connection using a 3G or LTE USB modem.

Changing LAN IPv4 Address

Modifying the router's local IP address and hostname.

Wi-Fi Client

Configuring the router to connect to an existing wireless network as a client.

Configuring Wired WAN Connection

Steps to set up a wired Internet connection (Static/Dynamic IPv4/IPv6).

Static IPv4 Connection

Configuring a static IPv4 WAN connection with IP, subnet, gateway, DNS.

Static IPv6 Connection

Configuring a static IPv6 WAN connection with IP, prefix, gateway, DNS.

PPPoE, IPv6 PPPoE, PPPoE Dual Stack, PPPoE + Dynamic IP (PPPoE Dual Access) Connections

Setting up various PPPoE based WAN connections.

PPPoE + Static IP (PPPoE Dual Access) Connection

Configuring PPPoE dual access with static IP for WAN.

PPTP + Dynamic IP or L2TP + Dynamic IP Connection

Setting up PPTP/L2TP WAN connections with dynamic IP.

PPTP + Static IP or L2TP + Static IP Connection

Setting up PPTP/L2TP WAN connections with static IP.

Configuring Wireless Network

Setting up the router's Wi-Fi network name (SSID), password, and security.

Configuring LAN Ports for IPTV/VoIP

Assigning specific LAN ports for IPTV or VoIP services.

Changing Web-based Interface Password

Changing the administrator password for accessing the router's web interface.

Checking the Internet availability

Verifying if the router has successfully established an Internet connection.

Connection of Multimedia Devices

Configuring LAN ports for multimedia devices like set-top boxes or IP phones.

Chapter 5. Operation Guidelines

Safety Rules and Conditions

Important safety precautions and conditions for using the router.

Wireless Installation Considerations

Tips for optimizing wireless signal range and performance.