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D-Link DIR-842 User Manual

D-Link DIR-842
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User Manual
DIR-842
AC1200 Wave 2 MU-MIMO Wi-Fi EasyMesh Gigabit Router
December 2021

Table of Contents

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D-Link DIR-842 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Ethernet LANYes
Networking standardsIEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11ac, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.3u
Ethernet LAN data rates10, 100, 1000 Mbit/s
Ethernet LAN interface typeGigabit Ethernet
High power-
Wi-Fi bandDual-band (2.4 GHz / 5 GHz)
Wi-Fi standards802.11a, Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
Top Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
USB portNo
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports4
Security algorithmsWPA, WPA2, WPS
Frequency band2.4 & 5 GHz
Product colorBlack
Output current1 A
Output voltage12 V
AC input voltage100 - 240 V
AC input frequency50 - 60 Hz
Storage temperature (T-T)-20 - 65 °C
Operating temperature (T-T)0 - 40 °C
Storage relative humidity (H-H)5 - 95 %
Operating relative humidity (H-H)10 - 90 %
CertificationCE, RoHS, FCC, D-Link Green
Package depth356 mm
Package width256 mm
Package height55 mm
Package weight783 g
Pallet width1100 mm
Pallet length1200 mm
Pallet height (air)2025 mm
Pallet gross weight (air)333500 g
Quantity per pallet (air)360 pc(s)
Shipping (inner) case width377 mm
Shipping (inner) case height315 mm
Shipping (inner) case length534 mm
Shipping (inner) case weight8750 g
Shipping (inner) case net weight4400 g
Number of cartons per pallet (air)36 pc(s)
Quantity per shipping (inner) case10 pc(s)
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth133 mm
Width190 mm
Height38 mm
Weight288 g

Summary

Specifications

Hardware Specifications

Details the hardware components of the router, including processor, RAM, flash, and interfaces.

Software Features

Lists the software functionalities, WAN connection types, network functions, and firewall features.

CHAPTER 3. INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION

Connecting to PC

Guides users on connecting the router to a PC, both via Ethernet and Wi-Fi adapters.

Connecting to Web-based Interface

Explains how to access and use the router's web-based interface for configuration.

CHAPTER 4. CONFIGURING VIA WEB-BASED INTERFACE

Initial Configuration Wizard

Guides through the initial setup wizard for configuring the router.

Selecting Operation Mode

Covers setting the router's operation mode like Router, AP, Repeater, Client, and Mesh.

Configuring WAN Connection

Details how to set up various WAN connection types (Static, PPPoE, PPTP/L2TP).

Configuring Wireless Network

Explains how to set up wireless network names, passwords, and security.

Changing Web-based Interface Password

Instructions on how to change the administrator password for the web interface.

Mesh Network Setup

Details on configuring the router as a Mesh Network Main Device (Controller) or Agent.

Statistics

Network Statistics Overview

Displays statistics for all system connections (WAN, LAN, WLAN) and data transfer volumes.

Connections Setup

WAN Connection Configuration

Guides on creating and editing WAN connections, including various connection types.

Wi-Fi Settings

Basic Wi-Fi Settings

Covers enabling/disabling wireless, country selection, and channel settings.

MAC Address Filtering

Allows configuring MAC-address-based filtering for devices accessing the wireless network.

EasyMesh Network Setup

Guides on enabling and configuring the EasyMesh function for a mesh Wi-Fi network.

Advanced Settings

Firewall Configuration

IP Filter Rules

Allows creating and managing rules for filtering IP packets based on various criteria.

System Management

Firmware Update Procedures

Guides on updating the router's firmware locally or remotely and checking for updates.

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