I plan to write a number of different articles on routers from the D-Link company, and in almost every article I need to write how to enter the settings of my D-Link in order to set up some function, change the password, etc. I recently wrote about setting up D-link DIR-615, so I had to fully describe the process of entering the control panel. Therefore, I decided to prepare a detailed article on how to enter the settings on D-Link routers. And in other articles I will just put a link to this article :) I already wrote a general article (for all manufacturers), and specifically for ZyXEL routers. I will try to prepare such an instruction for each router manufacturer.
With D-Links, the settings are very simple. Like most manufacturers. And if you had Asus before, or for example Tp-Link, then you shouldn't have any problems with accessing the control panel on D-Link. I already wrote in some article that I just do not like the fact that the D-Link settings change in appearance with almost every firmware update. By the way, I already wrote here how to update it. Well, okay, their routers are good, popular, you can ignore this, it's just difficult to prepare instructions. I will prepare this article using the example of the D-Link DIR-615 router (with firmware 2.5.20).
Entering D-Link Settings
As usual, we first need to connect our router to the device from which it will enter the settings. This can be a desktop computer, laptop, tablet, phone, and even a TV. But, if possible, then it is best to configure the router via a network cable, that is, use a stationary PC or laptop for this business. But, if this is not possible, then you can configure it via Wi-Fi from the same laptop or mobile device.
Network cable connection
The cable must be included with the router. We take it and connect the router to the computer. Like this:
On the router, we connect the cable to one of the 4 LAN connectors. On a computer, or laptop, into a network connector. There should be no problems here.
Wi-Fi connection to enter settings
If you want to configure your router from a device that cannot be cabled (or you don't have a cable), then you can connect via Wi-Fi. If you have already used a router, then you know how to do it. If the router is new and you want to configure it, then immediately after connecting the power to it, it will broadcast the wireless network. The name of which will be standard. And as far as I understood, it is the same as your router model. For example, for D-Link DIR-615, the default Wi-Fi network is named "DIR-615".
We find the network on your device, and select it. For example, on a laptop (I wrote about connecting laptops to Wi-Fi here):
The default network can be without a password (in this case, there will be a corresponding icon next to it, and the password request will not appear). But, even on a new router, when all the settings are on by default, the network can be protected. The standard password is indicated at the bottom of the router and signed as WPS PIN.
If you are prompted for a password when connecting, then enter it. The connection to the router must be established.
We go to the control panel at 192.168.0.1
The most important point: all the standard data for entering the settings are indicated on a sticker on the router itself.
There is an IP address for accessing the settings, D-Link has this 192.168.0.1... Username - admin, and the standard password is admin.
We open any browser, and in the address bar we type our IP -192.168.0.1... We pass on it.
You will be prompted for a username and password. Specify the username admin and the password also admin. But, provided that you have not changed it yet. If changed, then indicate the one that was installed. And if you forgot it, you will have to reset the settings (press the RESET button on the router for 10 seconds with something sharp).
The control panel of the router will open, and a window will immediately appear in which you need to specify a new password twice, which will later be used to enter the settings (instead of admin). Specify it and click the button Done.
Save your settings. Click on the menu item System (top) and select Save.
That's all, you can continue to configure your router. Just remember to save the settings, and when you're done, reboot the router (unplug and power on).
