Section 3 - Configuration System Admin - Admin In the Management menu on the bar at the top of the page, click System Admin to access the Admin page. This page will allow you to change the administrator (Admin) password. To configure the System settings, click the System link. Refer to System Admin - System on page 87 Click Save at any time to save the changes you have made on this page. Admin Password Password Enter a new password for the administrator account.
Section 3 - Configuration System Admin - System In the Management menu on the bar at the top of the page, click System Admin to access the Admin page, then click System. This page allows you to save the router’s current configuration, load a previously saved configuration, reset the router to its factory default settings, or reboot the router. To configure the Admin settings, click the Admin link.
Section 3 - Configuration User In the Management menu on the bar at the top of the page, click User. The User section is used to create, manage, and delete user accounts with user-defined access to certain router services. Click Save at any time to save the changes you have made on this page. If you wish to remove a user, click on the trash can icon in the Delete column. If you wish to edit a user, click on the pencil icon in the Edit column. If you wish to create a new user, click the Create User button.
Section 3 - Configuration Upgrade In the Management menu on the bar at the top of the page, click Upgrade. This page will allow you to upgrade the router’s firmware, either automatically or manually. To manually upgrade the firmware, you must first download the relevant file from http://support.dlink.com. Click Save at any time to save the changes you have made on this page. Firmware Current Firmware Version Check for New Firmware The current firmware's version will be displayed.
Section 3 - Configuration Statistics In the Management menu on the bar at the top of the page, click Statistics. On the Statistics page you can view the amount of packets that pass through the router on the Internet, LAN, Wi-Fi 2.4 GHz and Wi-Fi 5GHz networks. To view the Extender statistics, click the Extender link. Refer to Statistics - Extender on page 89 You can view the Internet, LAN, Wi-Fi 2.4 GHz, or Wi-Fi 5 GHz by clicking on the respective tabs at the top. The graph will update in real time.
Section 4 - Third Party Services Third Party Services With the DIR-1260, you can command your router’s functionality with your voice through Amazon Alexa and the Google Assistant, enabling you to control your network with voice commands. Features include enabling and disabling your Wi-Fi guest zone without having to go into the UI, rebooting the router and checking your router for firmware upgrades.
Section 4 - Third Party Services Registering a D-Link Cloud Service Account In order to use third party services to control and manage your device, you will first need to register your device with D-Link Cloud Service. Follow the steps below if you do not have a D-Link Cloud Service account. Step 1 Launch the D-Link Wi-Fi app. D-Link Wi-Fi Step 2 Tap the settings gear icon on the top right corner of the screen.
Section 4 - Third Party Services Step 3 Tap the Cloud Service icon. Step 4 Tap the Register button.
Section 4 - Third Party Services Step 5 In this menu, you can sign up for a D-Link account using Facebook, Google or an Email address. If you already have a D-Link account, you can tap the Log In link at the bottom of the screen to be redirected to the login page.
Section 4 - Third Party Services Amazon Alexa Setup You will need the Amazon Alexa app, an Amazon account, an Amazon Alexa device and a D-Link Cloud Service account to use this feature. Note: The screenshots may be different depending on your mobile device’s OS version. The following steps show the iOS interface. If you are using an Android device, the appearance may be different from that of the screenshots, but the process is the same. Step 1 Launch the Amazon Alexa app.
Section 4 - Third Party Services Step 3 Tap on Skills & Games. Step 4 Search for "D-Link Wi-Fi". Tap on the search result.
Section 4 - Third Party Services Step 5 Tap Enable to link the skill. Step 6 Sign in using your D-Link account details.
Section 4 - Third Party Services Step 7 Congratulations! D-Link Wi-Fi has been successfully linked as a skill for your Amazon device. Close the window by tapping Done on the top left corner of the screen. Refer to Amazon Alexa Voice Commands on page 99 for tasks that you can ask your Amazon Alexa to perform.
Section 4 - Third Party Services Amazon Alexa Voice Commands With D-Link Wi-Fi enabled as a skill for Alexa, you can ask Alexa to do any of these tasks: Task Enable the guest zone. Disable the guest zone. Find out the guest zone credentials. Reboot the router. Upgrade the router. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual Command “Alexa, ask D-Link Wi-Fi to enable my guest zone.” “Alexa, ask D-Link Wi-Fi to disable my guest zone.” "Alexa, ask D-Link Wi-Fi what are my guest network credentials.
Section 4 - Third Party Services The Google Assistant Setup You will need the Google Assistant app, a Google account and a D-Link Cloud Service account to use this feature. Note: The screenshots may be different depending on your mobile device’s OS version. The following steps show the iOS interface. If you are using an Android device, the appearance may be different from that of the screenshots, but the process is the same. Step 1 Launch the Google Assistant app.
Section 4 - Third Party Services Step 3 Tap Yes. Step 4 Sign in using your D-Link account details.
Section 4 - Third Party Services Step 5 Tap Allow to continue setup.. Step 6 Congratulations! D-Link Wi-Fi has been successfully linked to your Google Assistant. Refer to The Google Assistant Voice Commands on page 103 for tasks that you can ask your Google Assistant to perform.
Section 4 - Third Party Services The Google Assistant Voice Commands With D-Link Wi-Fi enabled as a skill for the Google Assistant, you can ask your Google Assistant to do any of these tasks: Task Enable the guest zone. Disable the guest zone. Find out the guest zone credentials. Reboot the router. Upgrade the router. D-Link DIR-1260 User Manual Command “OK Google, talk to D-Link Wi-Fi to enable my guest zone.” “OK Google, talk to D-Link Wi-Fi to disable my guest zone.
Section 5 - Quick VPN Quick VPN This router is equipped with D-Link's Quick VPN technology. Virtual Private Networking (VPN) creates a connection between devices across the Internet. Using Quick VPN allows you to securely connect your computer or mobile device to places with free, untrusted Wi-Fi hotspots in places like coffee shops and hotels by encrypting and relaying it through your home Internet connection.
Section 5 - Quick VPN Important Information The following instructions explain and help you to configure your D-Link Quick VPN enabled router and devices to create a Virtual Private Network (VPN). This feature is provided for advanced users who wish to connect remotely and use their router's Internet connection to add a layer of security while using untrusted networks. Configure the Quick VPN Server on your router first and then set up client devices to connect through your router's WAN connection.
Section 5 - Quick VPN iOS Devices VPN Setup Instructions This section provides Quick VPN setup instructions for iOS devices. Refer to Quick VPN on page 81 for your router setup instructions. Go into Settings on your compatible iOS device. Scroll to and tap General. Scroll to and tap VPN. Tap Add VPN Configuration...
Section 5 - Quick VPN You should see a pop up window asking you to fill out the details of your VPN connection. Type: Choose IPSec. Tap Back to return to the Add Configuration page. Description: For reference purposes only, used to differentiate between multiple VPN connections. Server: Enter the IP/DDNS address of your Quick VPN server. Account: Enter the Username used to authenticate login to VPN server Password: Enter Password used to authenticate login to VPN server Secret: Enter your Passkey (PSK).
Section 5 - Quick VPN Connect or Disconnect To connect or disconnect from to your Quick VPN server, open Settings and tap the button next to VPN. The VPN icon will appear in the notification area at the top of your screen indicating that your device is currently connected to the Quick VPN server.
Section 5 - Quick VPN Mac OS X VPN Setup Instructions This section provides Quick VPN setup instructions for OS X using the Export Profile function. Refer to Quick VPN on page 81 for your router setup instructions. Open the exported profile. The Install Profile dialogue will appear; click Continue and Install. Enter your user account password when prompted. Close the Profiles dialogue. Ò Go to > System Preferences... > Network and select the Quick VPN connection and click Authentication Settings.
Section 5 - Quick VPN Enter your Passkey in the Shared Secret text box and click OK, Apply, then OK. Your Mac is now configured to connect to your Quick VPN server.
Section 5 - Quick VPN Connect or Disconnect To connect to or disconnect from your Quick VPN server, go to Ò> System Preferences... > Network. Select the Quick VPN connection and click on the Connect or Disconnect button.
Section 5 - Quick VPN Windows 7 VPN Setup Instructions This section provides Quick VPN setup instructions for Windows 7. Refer to Quick VPN on page 81 for your router setup instructions. Click the Start button and type vpn into the Search programs and files box. Select Set up a virtual private network (VPN) connection.
Section 5 - Quick VPN Enter your Username. If you would like windows to save your password, enter your Password and check Remember this password. Click Create to continue. Do not click Connect Now. Click Close. Click the Start button and type view network connections into the Search programs and files text box. Select View network connections.
Section 5 - Quick VPN Click Advanced settings. Enter your Passkey in the Key text box under Use preshared key for authentication. Click OK to close Advanced Properties and click OK to close Quick VPN Connection Properties. Your Windows 7 system is now configured to connect to your Quick VPN server.
Section 5 - Quick VPN Connect or Disconnect To connect to or disconnect from your Quick VPN server, click on the Network Settings icon in the notification area of the Windows taskbar and from the Dial Up and VPN section click on your Quick VPN connection and click on the Connect or Disconnect button.
Section 5 - Quick VPN Windows 8.1/8 VPN Setup Instructions This section provides Quick VPN setup instructions for Windows 8.1/8. Refer to Quick VPN on page 81 for your router setup instructions. This section provides Quick VPN setup instructions for Windows 8.1/8. Click the Start button and type vpn. Select Manage virtual private networks. From the Network Settings page, click Add a VPN Connection.
Section 5 - Quick VPN 1 Select Microsoft from VPN Provider. 2 Create a name for your VPN connection. 3 Enter your IP/DDNS address of your Quick VPN server. 4 Select User name and password from Type of sign-in info. 5 If you would like windows to remember your sign-in information, enter your User name, Password, and select Remember my sign-in info 6 Choose Save.
Section 5 - Quick VPN Right-click on the Quick VPN Connection you just created and left-click on Properties. Select the Security tab. For the Type of VPN, select Layer 2 Tunneling with IPsec (L2TP/IPSec).
Section 5 - Quick VPN Click the Start button and type view network connections. Select View network connections. Right-click your Quick VPN Connection and left-click Properties. Select the Security tab. For the Type of VPN, select Layer 2 Tunneling with IPsec (L2TP/IPSec).
Section 5 - Quick VPN Click Advanced settings. Enter your Passkey in the Key text box under Use preshared key for authentication. Click OK to close Advanced Properties and click OK to close Quick VPN Properties. Your Windows 8.1/8 system is now configured to connect to your Quick VPN server.
Section 5 - Quick VPN Connect or Disconnect To connect to or disconnect from your Quick VPN server, click on the Network Settings icon in the notification area of the Windows taskbar. Click on your Quick VPN connection and click on the Connect or Disconnect button.
Section 5 - Quick VPN Windows 10 VPN Setup Instructions This section provides Quick VPN setup instructions for Windows 7. Refer to Quick VPN on page 81 for your router setup instructions. This section provides Quick VPN setup instructions for Windows 10. Click Start > Settings > Network & Internet > Network and Sharing Center > VPN > Add a VPN Connection.
Section 5 - Quick VPN 1 Select Windows (built-in) from the VPN Provider drop down menu. 2 Create a name for your VPN connection. 3 Enter your IP/DDNS address of your Quick VPN server. 4 Select L2TP/IPSec with pre-shared key from VPN type. 5 Enter the Passkey. 6 Select User name and password from Type of sign-in info. If you would like windows to remember your sign-in information, enter your User name, Password, and select Remember my sign-in info 7 Choose Save.
Section 5 - Quick VPN Connect or Disconnect To connect to or disconnect from your Quick VPN server, click on the Network Settings icon in the notification area of the Windows taskbar and click on your Quick VPN connection. The Network & Internet Settings page will open. Click on the Connect or Disconnect button.
Section 5 - Quick VPN Android VPN Setup Instructions This section provides Quick VPN setup instructions for Android devices. Your device's screens may vary. Refer to Quick VPN on page 81 for your router setup instructions.
Section 5 - Quick VPN 1 Enter a name for your VPN connection. 2 Select L2TP/IPSec PSK for Type. 3 Enter the IP/DDNS address of your Quick VPN server. 4 Enter your Passkey in IPSec pre-shared key field. 5 Choose Save. Your Android device is now configured to connect to your Quick VPN server.
Section 5 - Quick VPN Connect or Disconnect To connect to or disconnect from your Quick VPN server, go to Settings > More from the Wireless & networks > VPN and select the Quick VPN connection you created.
Section 5 - Quick VPN To connect, enter your Username and Password and select CONNECT. To disconnect, select DISCONNECT.
Section 6 - Connect a Wireless Client to your Router Connect a Wireless Client to your Router WPS Button The easiest and most secure way to connect your wireless devices to the router is with WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup). Most wireless devices such as wireless adapters, media players, Blu-ray DVD players, wireless printers and cameras will have a WPS button (or a software utility with WPS) that you can press to connect to the router.
Section 6 - Connect a Wireless Client to your Router Windows® 10 To join an existing network, locate the wireless network icon in the taskbar, next to the time display and click on it. Wireless Icon Clicking on this icon will display a list of wireless networks which are within range of your computer. Select the desired network by clicking on the SSID. To connect to the SSID, click Connect.
Section 6 - Connect a Wireless Client to your Router Windows® 8 - WPA/WPA2 To join an existing network, locate the wireless network icon in the taskbar, next to the time display. Wireless Icon Clicking on this icon will display a list of wireless networks which are within connecting proximity of your computer. Select the extender’s network by clicking on the network name. dlink You will then be prompted to enter the network security key (Wi-Fi password) for the wireless network.
Section 6 - Connect a Wireless Client to your Router When you have established a successful connection with a wireless network, the word Connected will appear next to the name of the network to which you are connected.
Section 6 - Connect a Wireless Client to your Router Windows® 7 WPA/WPA2 It is recommended that you enable wireless security (WPA/WPA2) on your wireless router or access point before configuring your wireless adapter. If you are joining an existing network, you will need to know the security key or passphrase being used. Click on the wireless icon in your system tray (lower-right corner). Wireless Icon The utility will display any available wireless networks in your area.
Section 6 - Connect a Wireless Client to your Router The following window appears while your computer tries to connect to the router. Enter the same security key or passphrase (Wi-Fi password) that is on your router and click OK. You can also connect by pushing the WPS button on the router. It may take 20-30 seconds to connect to the wireless network. If the connection fails, please verify that the security settings are correct.
Section 7 - Troubleshooting Troubleshooting This chapter provides solutions to problems that can occur during the installation and operation of the router. Read the following descriptions if you are having problems. 1. Why can’t I access the web-based configuration utility? When entering the IP address of the D-Link router (192.168.0.1 for example), you are not connecting to a website, nor do you have to be connected to the Internet. The device has the utility built-in to a ROM chip in the device itself.
Section 7 - Troubleshooting • Configure your Internet settings: • Go to Start > Settings > Control Panel. Double-click the Internet Options Icon. From the Security tab, click the button to restore the settings to their defaults. • Click the Connection tab and set the dial-up option to Never Dial a Connection. Click the LAN Settings button. Make sure nothing is checked. Click OK. • Go to the Advanced tab and click the button to restore these settings to their defaults. Click OK three times.
Appendix A - Wireless Basics Wireless Basics D-Link wireless products are based on industry standards to provide easy-to-use and compatible high-speed wireless connectivity within your home, business, or public access wireless networks. Strictly adhering to the IEEE standard, the D-Link wireless family of products will allow you to securely access the data you want, when, and where you want it. You will be able to enjoy the freedom that wireless networking delivers.
Appendix A - Wireless Basics How does wireless work? Wireless works similarly to how cordless phones work, through radio signals that transmit data from one point A to point B. But wireless technology has restrictions as to how you can access the network. You must be within the wireless network range area to be able to connect your computer. There are two different types of wireless networks: Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN), and Wireless Personal Area Network (WPAN).
Appendix A - Wireless Basics Home Uses/Benefits • Gives everyone at home broadband access • Surf the web, check email, instant message, etc.
Appendix A - Wireless Basics Tips Here are a few things to keep in mind, when you install a wireless network. Centralize your router or access point Make sure you place the router/access point in a centralized location within your network for the best performance. Try to place the router/access point as high as possible in the room, so the signal gets dispersed throughout your home. If you have a two-story home, you may need a repeater to boost the signal to extend the range.
Appendix B - Wireless Modes Wireless Modes There are basically two modes of networking: • Infrastructure – All wireless clients will connect to an access point or wireless router. • Ad-hoc – Directly connecting to another computer for peer-to-peer communication using wireless network adapters on each computer, such as two or more wireless network USB adapters. An Infrastructure network contains an access point or wireless router.
Appendix C - Networking Basics Networking Basics Check your IP address After you install your new D-Link adapter, by default, the TCP/IP settings should be set to obtain an IP address from a DHCP server (i.e. wireless router) automatically. To verify your IP address, please follow the steps below. Click on Start > Run. In the run box type cmd and click OK. (Windows® 7/Vista® users type cmd in the Start Search box.) At the prompt, type ipconfig and press Enter.
Appendix C - Networking Basics Statically Assign an IP address 1.
Appendix D - Wireless Security Wireless Security This section will show you the different levels of security you can use to protect your data from intruders.
Appendix E - Technical Specifications Technical Specifications Device Interfaces • Wireless Interface (2.4 GHz): IEEE 802.11n/g/b • Wireless Interface (5 GHz): IEEE 802.11 ac/n/a • Four 10/100/1000 Mbps LAN ports • One 10/100/1000 Mbps WAN port Antenna Types • Four external antennas Standards • IEEE 802.11ac1,2,3 • IEEE 802.11b • IEEE 802.11n • IEEE 802.11a • IEEE 802.11g • IEEE 802.3u • IEEE 802.3ab • IEEE 802.1p • IEEE 802.
Appendix F - Regulatory Statements Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Appendix F - Regulatory Statements Industry Canada statement This device contains licence-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s licence-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause interference. 2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
Appendix F - Regulatory Statements Caution: (i) the device for operation in the band 5150-5250 MHz is only for indoor use to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel mobile satellite systems; (iv) where applicable, antenna type(s), antenna models(s), and worst-case tilt angle(s) necessary to remain compliant with the e.i.r.p. elevation mask requirement set forth in section 6.2.2.3 shall be clearly indicated.
