D-Link DIR-860L User Manual

7D-Link DIR-860L User Manual
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, however, 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 (.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 dierence. A solid metal door or aluminum studs may have a negative eect 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 (sh tanks), mirrors, le
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 2.4GHz 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 2.4GHz phone
base is as far away from your wireless devices as possible. The base transmits a signal even if the phone in not
in use.

D-Link DIR-860L Specifications

Device Interfaces

wireless LAN	802.11 a/b/g/n/draft ac
LAN ports	Four 10/100/1000 Gigabit
WAN port	10/100/1000 Gigabit
USB port	USB 3.0

Power

input voltage	100 to 240 V AC
input frequency	50/60 Hz
output voltage	12 V DC
output current	2 A
USB port power voltage	5 V
USB port power current	0.9 A

Operating Environment

operating temperature	0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F)
humidity	95% maximum (non-condensing)

Weight and Dimensions

length	10.23 cm (4.03 inches)
width	12.33 cm (4.85 inches)
height	21.7 cm (8.54 inches)