D-Link DSL-2885A User Manual

iiiD-Link DSL-2885A User Manual
Table of Contents
Time ....................................................................................76
Schedule ...........................................................................77
System Log ............................................................................78
Admin .....................................................................................79
System ...............................................................................81
Upgrade .................................................................................82
Statistics .................................................................................83
Connect a Wireless Client to your Router ......................84
WPS Button ...................................................................................84
Windows® 8 ...................................................................................85
WPA/WPA2 ............................................................................85
Windows® 7 ...................................................................................87
WPA/WPA2 ............................................................................87
WPS ..........................................................................................90
Windows Vista® ............................................................................94
WPA/WPA2 ............................................................................95
Windows® XP ................................................................................97
WPA/WPA2 ............................................................................98
Troubleshooting ............................................................100
Wireless Basics ...............................................................104
What is Wireless? ...................................................................... 105
Tips ................................................................................................107
Wireless Modes ......................................................................... 108
Networking Basics .........................................................109
Check your IP address ............................................................ 109
Statically Assign an IP address ............................................110
Wireless Security .........................................................111
What is WPA? ................................................................ 111
Technical Specications ................................................112

D-Link DSL-2885A Specifications

General

WAN Ports	1
LAN Ports	4
Wireless Standard	802.11ac
Frequency Bands	2.4 GHz and 5 GHz
Security	WPA/WPA2
USB Ports	1 x USB 2.0
ADSL2+ Speed	Up to 24 Mbps downstream, Up to 1 Mbps upstream
Wireless Speed	Up to 1200 Mbps
Antennas	2 external antennas

Summary

Preface

Manual Revisions

Details the revision history of the user manual.

Trademarks

Lists the trademarks and registered trademarks mentioned in the document.

Power Usage

Details the device's energy-saving features and standby power consumption.

Product Overview

Package Contents

Lists the items included in the router package.

Antenna Setup

Instructions for positioning and connecting the router's antennas.

System Requirements

Specifies the network and computer requirements for router setup and operation.

Hardware Overview

Describes the router's physical ports and components, including back and side panels.

Introduction

An overview of the router's capabilities like wireless AC and SharePort technology.

Features

Details key features such as faster wireless networking and advanced firewall options.

Installation

Before you Begin

Preparation steps, including gathering ISP information and labeling cables.

Wireless Installation Considerations

Tips for optimizing wireless signal range and performance by considering placement and interference.

Manual Setup

Step-by-step guide for connecting the router to the telephone line and power outlet.

Getting Started

D-Link Setup Wizard

Describes the guided wizard for initial router configuration and internet connection.

Configuration

Internet Settings

Configure various internet connection types like DHCP, Static IP, PPPoE, PPPoA, PPTP, L2TP.

Wireless Settings

Set up and manage the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz wireless networks, including security and guest zone.

Network Settings

Configure LAN IP address, subnet mask, and DHCP server settings for the local network.

SharePort Configuration

Enable and manage access to USB storage devices connected to the router for file sharing.

Firewall Settings

Configure firewall rules, DMZ, SPI, and IP/MAC filtering for network security.

Management Settings

Manage system settings such as time, logs, administrator password, and firmware upgrades.