D-Link D-Fend DIR-2680 User Manual

D-Link D-Fend DIR-2680 User Manual

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Version 1.00 2019/03/12
D-Fend AC2600 Wi-Fi Router
User Manual
DIR-2680

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  • Page 1 Version 1.00 2019/03/12 D-Fend AC2600 Wi-Fi Router User Manual DIR-2680...
  • Page 2 Trademarks D-Link and the D-Link logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of D-Link Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States or other countries. All other company or product names mentioned herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Wireless Installation Considerations ........8 IPv6 ..................69 Hardware Setup ................9 Dynamic DNS ...............70 Completing Setup ..............12 IPv6 Host ................71 D-Link Wi-Fi App ..............13 Quick VPN ................72 Setup Wizard ................17 Management ................74 Time & Schedule ..............74 Configuration ..............22 Time ..................74 Home ....................23...
  • Page 4 Android ..................127 Connect a Wireless Client to your Router ....131 WPS Button ................131 Windows® 10 ................132 Windows® 8 ................134 WPA/WPA2 ................. 134 Windows® 7 ................136 WPA/WPA2 ................. 136 Windows Vista® ................. 139 D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 5: Product Overview

    If any of the above items are missing or damaged, please contact your local reseller. Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with the DIR-2680 will cause damage and void the warranty for this product. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 6: System Requirements

    • iPhone®/iPad®, Android™, or Windows smartphone. (Please refer D-Fend App Requirements to the mobile app's store page to check whether your device is compatible) D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 7: Introduction

    1 Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11a, 802.11g, 802.11n and 802.11ac specifications. Actual data throughput will vary. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of network traffic, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 8: Features

    1 Check device app store for OS requirements. 2 Bundled Mcafee Secure Home Platform subscription is valid for 5 years. 3 Bundled Mcafee Livesafe subscription is valid for 2 years. 4 Not all functionality is supported for voice control. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 9: Hardware Overview

    1 Power Button/Power LED A solid blue light indicates a proper connection to the power supply. The light will be solid yellow during the power on process, undergoing factory reset process, or under firmware upgrade process. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 10: Back Panel

    Connect Ethernet devices such as computers, switches, storage (NAS) devices, and game consoles. WPS Button Press to start the WPS process and automatically create an encrypted connection to a WPS client. Power Connector Connector for the supplied power adapter. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 11: Installation

    • If you are connecting a considerable amount of networking equipment, it may be a good idea to take the time to label each cable or take a picture of your existing setup before making any changes. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 12: Wireless Installation Considerations

    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.
  • Page 13: Hardware Setup

    3. Turn off and unplug the power and Ethernet cable to your cable or DSL broadband modem. This is required. In some cases, you may need to turn it off for up to five minutes. DIR-2680 Modem D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 14 6. Connect the supplied power adapter to the router and a power outlet, press the power button, and wait approximately one minute until the LED indicator on the front of the device changes from orange to solid white. DIR-2680 Modem D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 15 Try opening a web browser and connecting to a website. If the website does not load, proceed to Completing Setup on page 12. Note: We strongly suggest you use the D-Link Wi-Fi App with the given QR code on the QIC for setup in order to gain full functionality of D-Fend and the DIR-2680.
  • Page 16: Completing Setup

    • D-Link Wi-Fi App - Use your compatible Android or iOS device to configure your router. Refer to D-Link Wi-Fi App on page 13. • D-Link Setup Wizard - This wizard will launch when you log in to the router for the first time. Refer to Setup Wizard on page 17.
  • Page 17: D-Link Wi-Fi App

    Note: The screenshots may be different depending on your mobile device’s OS version. The following steps show the iOS interface of the D-Link Wi-Fi app. If you are using an Android device, the appearance may be different from that of the screenshots, but the process is the same.
  • Page 18 Section 3 - Installation D-Link Wi-Fi App (continued) Step 4 Tap Yes if you have the setup QR code with you to scan the QR code and proceed to step 5. If not, click No and proceed to step 6.
  • Page 19 D-Link Wi-Fi App (continued) Step 7 In order to use 3rd party services such as D-Fend and Amazon Alexa to control and manage your device, please register your device with D-Link Cloud Service. Step 8 Agree to the Terms of Service and Privacy Notice to use D-Fend.
  • Page 20 Section 3 - Installation D-Link Wi-Fi App (continued) Step 9 Congratulations! You can now connect to your Wi-Fi network using the Wi-Fi name and password you have set up. Tap on the FINISH button to end setup. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 21: Setup Wizard

    Alternatively, enter the IP address of the router (default: http://192.168.0.1). Note: We strongly suggest you use the D-Link Wi-Fi App with the given QR code on the QIC for setup in order to gain full functionality of D-Fend and the DIR-2680.
  • Page 22 Note: Make sure to remove your PPPoE software from your computer. The software is no longer needed and will not work through a router. If the router detected or you selected Static, enter the IP and DNS settings supplied by your ISP. Click Next to continue. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 23 54. In order to secure the router, please enter a new password. You will be prompted for this password every time you want to use the router’s web configuration utility. Click Next to continue. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 24 Click Next to continue. Choose whether to keep your device up to date automatically or if you want to manage device updates yourself. Click Next to continue. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 25 Section 3 - Installation Setup Wizard (continued) You will be presented with a summary of your settings. Click Next to finalize the settings or Back to make changes. Congratulations, your device has been successfully configured! Click OK finish. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 26: Configuration

    The bar at the top of the page has quick access to Settings, Features, and Management functions. You may quickly jump back Home at any time. Note: The system will automatically log out after a period of inactivity. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 27: Home

    Internet icon. Click IPv4 or IPv6 to see details of the IPv4 connection and IPv6 connection respectively. Click Release IP Address to disconnect from the Internet. If you do this and wish to reconnect, click Renew. To reconfigure the Internet settings, refer to Internet on page 27. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 28: Dir-2680

    To reconfigure the wireless settings, either click Go to settings, on the lower right, or click Settings (at the top of the page) and then Wireless on the menu that appears. Refer to Wireless on page 54 for more information. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 29: Connected Clients

    Displays the current IP address of this client. Reserve IP: Enable to reserve this IP address for this client. IP Address Specify an IP address for the DIR-2680's DHCP server to assign. (Reserved): Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 30: Usb Device

    To reconfigure the USB sharing settings, either click Go to settings on the lower right, or click Settings (at the top of the page) and then USB Sharing on the menu that appears. Refer to USB Sharing on page 67 for more information. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 31: Settings

    For PPPoE refer to page 30. For PPTP refer to page 32. For L2TP refer to page 34. For DS-Lite refer to page 36. To configure an IPv6 connection, click the IPv6 link. Refer to page 37. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 32 The default MAC address is set to the Internet port’s physical interface Clone: MAC address on the router. You can use the drop-down menu to replace the Internet port’s MAC address with the MAC address of a connected client. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 33 The default MAC address is set to the Internet port’s physical interface Clone: MAC address on the router. You can use the drop-down menu to replace the Internet port’s MAC address with the MAC address of a connected client. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 34 Secondary DNS Enter the secondary DNS server IP address assigned by your ISP. Server: MTU: Maximum Transmission Unit - you may need to change the MTU for optimal performance with your ISP. The recommended setting is Auto. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 35 The default MAC address is set to the Internet port’s physical interface Clone: MAC address on the router. You can use the drop-down menu to replace the Internet port’s MAC address with the MAC address of a connected client. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 36 Secondary DNS Enter the secondary DNS server IP address assigned by your ISP. Server: MTU: Maximum Transmission Unit - you may need to change the MTU for optimal performance with your ISP. The recommended setting is Auto. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 37 Enter the secondary DNS server IP address assigned by your ISP. Server: MTU: Maximum Transmission Unit - you may need to change the MTU for optimal performance with your ISP. The recommended setting is Auto. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 38 Secondary DNS Enter the secondary DNS server IP address assigned by your ISP. Server: MTU: Maximum Transmission Unit - you may need to change the MTU for optimal performance with your ISP. The recommended setting is Auto. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 39 Enter the secondary DNS server IP address assigned by your ISP. Server: MTU: Maximum Transmission Unit - you may need to change the MTU for optimal performance with your ISP. The recommended setting is Auto. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 40 Enter the B4 IPv4 address value used here. WAN IPv6 Once connected, the WAN IPv6 address will be displayed here. Address: IPv6 WAN Default Once connected, the IPv6 WAN default gateway address will be Gateway: displayed here. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 41: Ipv6

    For Auto Detection refer to page 38. For Static IPv6 refer to page 40. For Auto Configuration (SLAAC/DHCPv6) refer to page 42. For PPPoE refer to page 45. For 6rd refer to page 49. For Local Connectivity Only refer to page 51. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 42 Displays the router’s LAN link-local address. Local Address: If Enable DHCP-PD is disabled, these additional parameters are available for configuration: LAN IPv6 Address: Enter a valid LAN IPv6 address. LAN IPv6 Link- Displays the router’s LAN link-local address. Local Address: D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 43 IPv6 Address Enter the starting IPv6 address for the DHCP server’s IPv6 assignment. Range (Start): IPv6 Address Enter the ending IPv6 address for the DHCP server’s IPv6 assignment. Range (End): Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 44 Enter the subnet prefix length supplied by your ISP. Length: LAN IPv6 Address Settings LAN IPv6 Address: Enter the LAN (local) IPv6 address for the router. LAN IPv6 Link- Displays the router’s LAN link-local address. Local Address: D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 45 Enter the starting IPv6 address for the DHCP server’s IPv6 assignment. Range (Start): IPv6 Address Enter the ending IPv6 address for the DHCP server’s IPv6 assignment. Range (End): IPv6 Enter the IPv6 address lifetime (in minutes). Advertisement Lifetime: Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 46 Displays the router’s LAN link-local address. Local Address: If Enable DHCP-PD is disabled, these additional parameters are available for configuration: LAN IPv6 Address: Enter a valid LAN IPv6 address. LAN IPv6 Link- Displays the router’s LAN link-local address. Local Address: D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 47 If you selected Stateful DHCPv6 as the Autoconfiguration Type: IPv6 Address Enter the starting IPv6 address for the DHCP server’s IPv6 assignment. Range (Start): IPv6 Address Enter the ending IPv6 address for the DHCP server’s IPv6 assignment. Range (End): D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 48 Enter the starting IPv6 address for the DHCP server’s IPv6 assignment. Range (Start): IPv6 Address Enter the ending IPv6 address for the DHCP server’s IPv6 assignment. Range (End): IPv6 Enter the IPv6 address lifetime (in minutes). Advertisement Lifetime: Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 49 If you selected Static IP as the Address Mode and Create a new session as the PPPoE Session: IP Address: Enter the IP address provided by your ISP Service Name: Enter the ISP service name (optional). D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 50 Displays the router’s LAN link-local address. Local Address: If Enable DHCP-PD is disabled these additional parameters are available for configuration: LAN IPv6 Address: If DHCP-PD disabled or static address mode is selected, enter the LAN (local) IPv6 address for the router. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 51 /63. Contact your ISP for more information. Autoconfiguration Select SLAAC+RDNSS, SLAAC+Stateless DHCP, or Stateful DHCPv6. Type: If you selected SLAAC+RDNSS or SLAAC+Stateless DHCP as the Autoconfiguration Type: Router Enter the router advertisement lifetime (in minutes). Advertisement Lifetime: D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 52 Enter the starting IPv6 address for the DHCP server’s IPv6 assignment. Range (Start): IPv6 Address Enter the ending IPv6 address for the DHCP server’s IPv6 assignment. Range (End): IPv6 Enter the IPv6 address lifetime (in minutes). Advertisement Lifetime: Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 53 Enter the 6rd border relay IPv4 address settings supplied by your ISP. IPv4 Address: LAN IPv6 Address Settings LAN IPv6 Address: Displays the router’s LAN IPv6 Address link-local address. LAN IPv6 Link- Displays the router’s LAN link-local address. Local Address: D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 54 Enter the starting IPv6 address for the DHCP server’s IPv6 assignment. Range (Start): IPv6 Address Enter the ending IPv6 address for the DHCP server’s IPv6 assignment. Range (End): IPv6 Enter the IPv6 address lifetime (in minutes). Advertisement Lifetime: Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 55 If you selected Enable ULA and disabled Default ULA Prefix: ULA Prefix: Enter your own ULA prefix. Current IPv6 ULA Settings Current ULA Displays the current ULA prefix. Prefix: LAN IPv6 ULA: Displays the LAN's IPv6 ULA. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 56: Vlan

    Enter the VLAN ID for your VoIP network, as provided by your ISP. If Priority ID is enabled: Priority ID: Select a priority ID from the drop-down menu to assign to the corresponding VLAN. Higher priority ID traffic takes precedence over traffic with a low priority ID tag. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 57 From the drop-down menu, you can select the type of connection Guest Zone: (Internet, IPTV, or Voice over IP) coming from the WAN connection to each interface on the DIR-2680. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 58: Wireless

    (WPS). Using WPS-PIN is disabled by default due to security vulnerabilities. WPS-PBC Status: Enable or disable WPS-PBC (Push Button Configuration) functionality. Refer to the next page if you wish to disable Smart Connect or click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 59 Select Auto 20/40/80 if you are using 802.11ac, 802.11n, and 802.11a (5 GHz): devices, select Auto 20/40 if you are using 802.11n and 802.11a devices, or select 20 MHz if you are only using 802.11a devices. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 60 The easiest way to connect your wireless devices to the router is with Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS). Using WPS-PIN disabled by default due to security vulnerabilities. WPS-PBC Status: Enable or disable WPS-PBC (Push Button Configuration) functionality. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 61: Guest Zone

    The schedule may be set to Always Enable, or you can create your own schedules in the Schedules section. Refer to Schedule on page 75 for more information. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 62: Network

    Local Domain Enter the domain name (optional). Name: Enable DNS Relay: Disable to transfer the DNS server information from your ISP to your computers. If enabled, your computers will use the router for a DNS server. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 63 Enable to allow IPv4 multicast traffic to pass through the router from Stream: the Internet. IPv6 Multicast Enable to allow IPv6 multicast traffic to pass through the router from Stream: the Internet. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 64: Usb Sharing

    USB device plugged into the router through a web browser. FTP Server Port: Enter the port number of FTP server. Idle Time: Enter the time (in minutes) before connected clients will be considered idle. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 65: D-Link Cloud

    Cloud. You can view the account information that is currently registered with your device's D-Link Cloud account. Registration is done through the D-Link Wi-Fi app which can be found in the App Store or Google Play D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 66: Features

    This may be set to Off or Manage By Device. Download Speed Set maximum download rate limit to apply to the QoS Engine (Mbps): configuration. Upload Speed Set maximum upload rate limit to apply to the QoS Engine (Mbps): configuration. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 67 If you want to remove a priority assignment from a device and return it to the All Devices list, click the cross icon in the top right of the device card. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 68: Firewall

    Enable Anti-Spoof Enable this feature to help protect your network from certain kinds Checking: of “spoofing” attacks. IPv6 Simple Enable or disable IPv6 simple security. Security: IPv6 Ingress Enable or disable IPv6 ingress filtering. Filtering: D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 69 NAT devices and work around them. This ALG may interfere with the operation of such devices. If you are having trouble making VoIP calls, try turning this ALG off. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 70: Ipv4/Ipv6 Rules

    The schedule may be set to Always Enable, or you can create your own schedules in the Schedules section. Refer to Refer to Schedule on page 75 for more information. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 71: Port Forwarding

    The schedule may be set to Always Enable, or you can create your own schedules in the Schedules section. Refer to Schedule on page 75 for more information. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 72: Static Routes

    Enter a route metric value ranging from 0 to 15. This value indicates the cost of using this route. Interface: Select the interface that the IP packet must use to transit out of the router when this route is used. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 73: Ipv6

    Enter a route metric value ranging from 0 to 15. This value indicates the cost of using this route. Interface: Select the interface that the IP packet must use to transit out of the router when this route is used. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 74: Dynamic Dns

    Enter a time out time (in hours). Click Save when you are done. At the bottom of the page are the IPv6 host settings. To configure an IPv6 dynamic DNS host, refer to IPv6 Host on page 71. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 75: Ipv6 Host

    Enter the host name that you registered with your dynamic DNS service provider. IPv6 Address: Enter the IPv6 address of the dynamic DNS server. Alternatively, select the server device in the drop-down menu. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 76: Quick Vpn

    Enter a passkey between 6 and 64 characters. VPN Profile for iOS Click on Export to save to local disk vpn profile configuration file for Device and Mac iOS device and Mac OS X. OS X: D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 77 Advanced Settings - Address Autoconfiguration Settings Choose the authentication protocol type: MSCHAPv2, PAP, or CHAP. Authentication Protocol: MSCHAPv2 is the default. MPPE: Select the encryption cipher strength: None, RC4-40, or RC4-128. RC4-128 is the default. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 78: Management

    Click Save when you are done. To configure and manage your schedules, click Schedule and refer to Schedule on page 75. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 79: Schedule

    You can add multiple days to the schedule, but only one period per day. To remove a time period from the schedule, click on the cross icon. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 80: System Log

    From E-mail Enter the email address your SysLog messages will be sent from. Address: To E-mail Address: Enter the email address your SysLog messages will be sent to. SMTP Server Enter your SMTP server address. Address: D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 81 The schedule may be set to Always Enable, or you can create your own schedules in the Schedules section. Refer to Schedule on page 75 for more information. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 82: System Admin

    Password: Enter a new password for the administrator account. You will need to enter this password whenever you configure the router using a web browser or using the D-Link Wi-Fi app. LED Control Status LED: Click to enable/disable status LED of device.
  • Page 83: System

    You may set the DIR-2680 to automatically reboot at a set time. The options are Never, Daily, and Weekly. You may set the hour using a 24 hour format, the minute, and the day you wish to have the DIR-2680 automatically reboot. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 84: User

    Permission: If SAMBA is enabled, choose to assign either Read Only or Read/ Write permission. Click Browse to select the folder you want to share. Folder: D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 85 If FTP is enabled, choose to assign either Read Only or Read/Write Permission: permission. Folder: Click Browse to select the folder you want to share. Status: Enable or disable Virtual Private Network (VPN) functionality for this user. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 86: Firmware Upgrade

    Enable this function to set the router to automatically upgrade its Time: firmware at a set time. Upgrade Time: Configurable if Choose Upgrade Time is enabled. Set the hour and minute to automatically upgrade by using the drop-down menus. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 87 Upgrade Manually Upgrade To upgrade manually, download the firmware file you wish to upgrade Firmware: to. Click the Upgrade Firmware button and browse to the file to install the new firmware. Click Save when you are done. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 88: Statistics

    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. To clear the information on the graph, click Clear. The traffic counter will reset if the device is rebooted. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 89: Voice Assistants

    In order to use third party services such as D-Fend, Amazon Alexa and the Google Assistant to control and manage your device, please register your device with D-Link Cloud Service.
  • Page 90: Amazon Alexa

    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. Amazon Alexa Step 2 Tap the menu icon on the top left-hand corner of the home screen. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 91 Section 4 - Voice Assistants Step 3 Tap on Skills & Games. Step 4 Search for "D-Link Wi-Fi". Tap on the search result. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 92 Section 4 - Voice Assistants Step 5 Tap Enable to link the skill. Step 6 Sign in using your D-Link account details. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 93 Section 4 - Voice Assistants 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 90 for tasks that you can ask your Amazon Alexa to perform.
  • Page 94: Amazon Alexa Voice Commands

    Section 4 - Voice Assistants 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 Command Enable the guest zone. “Alexa, ask D-Link Wi-Fi to enable my guest zone. ”...
  • Page 95: Google Assistant

    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. Assistant Step 2 Tell your Assistant to "Talk to D-Link Wi-Fi." D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 96 Section 4 - Voice Assistants Step 3 Tap Yes. Step 4 Sign in using your D-Link account details. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 97 Section 4 - Voice Assistants Step 5 Congratulations! D-Link Wi-Fi has been successfully linked to your Google Assistant Refer to Google Assistant Voice Commands on page 94 for tasks that you can ask your Google Home to perform. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 98: Google Assistant Voice Commands

    Section 4 - Voice Assistants Google Assistant Voice Commands With D-Link Wi-Fi enabled as a skill for Google Assistant, you can ask Google Assistant to do any of these tasks: Task Command Enable the guest zone. “OK Google, ask D-Link Wi-Fi to enable my guest zone. ”...
  • Page 99: D-Fend

    D-Fend also works with Amazon Alexa to give you a new way to command and monitor your home network using your voice. You can scan your network, block devices, and get up to speed on your network notifications - all without lifting a finger. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 100: Setup

    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 D-Link Wi-Fi app from the home screen of your device. D-Link Wi-Fi Step 2 Tap the settings gear icon on the top right corner of the screen.
  • Page 101 Section 5 - D-Fend Step 3 Tap the D-Fend icon. Step 4 Tap the Download App button. The link will direct you to download the app from Google Play or the App Store. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 102 Section 5 - D-Fend Step 5 You can now launch the D-Fend app from within the D-Link Wi-Fi app or from your home screen. D-Fend D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 103: D-Fend And Amazon Alexa Setup

    You will need the Amazon Alexa app, an Amazon account and an Amazon Alexa device to use this feature. Note: D-Fend to Alexa linking is only available on Android devices. Step 1 Launch the Amazon Alexa app. Amazon Alexa Step 2 Tap the menu icon on the top left corner of the home screen. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 104 Section 5 - D-Fend Step 3 Tap on Skills. Step 4 Search for "D-Fend". Tap on the search result. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 105 Section 5 - D-Fend Step 5 Tap Enable to link the skill. Step 6 Sign in using your D-Link account details. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 106 Section 5 - D-Fend Step 7 Congratulations! D-Fend has been successfully linked as a skill for your Amazon device. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 107: D-Fend And Amazon Alexa Voice Commands

    "Alexa, ask D-Fend to switch to home router." Unblock a device from accessing the network. "Alexa, ask D-Fend to unblock Jim's iPhone." Which router am I connected to? "Alexa, ask D-Fend which router am I currently managing." D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 108: D-Fend Features

    ‘Parental Controls’ let you block such sites on kids' devices, as well as set schedules for when each child is permitted to access the Internet, and pause Internet access for one kid or all kids. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 109: Quick Vpn

    Section 6 - 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.
  • Page 110: Important Information

    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.
  • Page 111: Ios Devices

    1. Touch Settings on your iPhone or iPad. Scroll to and tap General. Scroll to and tap VPN. 2. Tap on Add VPN Configuration... You should see a pop up window asking you to fill out the details of your VPN connection. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 112 Server: Enter the IP/DDNS address of your Quick VPN server. Account: Enter the Username used o authenticate login to VPN server. Password: Enter Password used to authenticate login to VPN server. Secret: Enter your Passkey (PSK). D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 113 Section 6 - Quick VPN VPN Setup Instructions (Continued) 5. Tap Done to save and return to the main VPN Configurations page. Your iOS device is now configured to connect to your Quick VPN server. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 114 To connect or disconnect from to your Quick VPN server, open Settings and under General 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. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 115: Mac Os X

    Open the exported profile. The Install Profile dialog will appear; click Continue and Install. Enter your user account password when prompted. Close the Profiles dialog.  > System Preferences... > Network and select the Quick VPN connection Go to and click Authentication Settings. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 116 Section 6 - Quick VPN VPN Setup Instructions (Continued) 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. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 117 Section 6 - Quick VPN Connect or Disconnect  > System To connect to or disconnect from your Quick VPN server, go to Preferences... > Network. Select the Quick VPN connection and click on the Connect or Disconnect button. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 118: Windows 7

    Enter the IP/DDNS address of your Quick VPN server in the Internet address box, create a name for your connection in the Destination Name, check Don't Connect now; just set it up so I can connect later, and click Next. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 119 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. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 120 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. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 121 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. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 122: Windows 8.1/8

    Windows 8.1/8 VPN 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. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 123 Enter your IP/DDNS address of your Quick VPN server. 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 Choose Save. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 124 Section 6 - Quick VPN VPN Setup Instructions (Continued) 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). D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 125 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). D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 126 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. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 127 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. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 128: Windows 10

    Section 6 - Quick VPN Windows 10 VPN 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. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 129 If you would like windows to remember your sign-in information, enter your User name, Password, and select Remember my sign-in info Choose Save. Your Windows 10 system is now configured to connect to your Quick VPN server. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 130 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. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 131: Android

    Section 6 - Quick VPN Android VPN Setup Instructions This section provides Quick VPN setup instructions for Android devices. Your device's screens may vary. Go to Settings > More from the Wireless & networks > VPN > ADD VPN NETWORK D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 132 Select L2TP/IPSec PSK for Type. Enter the IP/DDNS address of your Quick VPN server. Enter your Passkey (PSK) in IPSec pre-shared key field. Choose Save. Your Android device is now configured to connect to your Quick VPN server. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 133 Section 6 - 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. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 134 Section 6 - Quick VPN Connect or Disconnect (Continued) To connect, enter your Username and Password and select CONNECT. To disconnect, select DISCONNECT. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 135: Connect A Wireless Client To Your Router

    Step 2 - Within 2 minutes, press the WPS button on your wireless device (or launch the software utility and start the WPS process). Step 3 - Allow up to 1 minute for your connection to be configured. Once the Internet light stops blinking, you will be connected and your wireless connection will be secure with WPA2. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 136: Windows® 10

    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. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 137 Your computer will now automatically connect to this wireless network when it is detected. You can also use Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) to connect to the router. Press the WPS button on your D-Link device and you will be automatically connected. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 138: Windows® 8

    Wireless Icon Clicking on this icon will display a list of wireless networks that are within connecting proximity of your computer. Select the desired network by clicking on the network name. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 139 WPS button on your router during this step to enable the WPS function. When you have established a successful connection to a wireless network, the word Connected will appear next to the name of the network to which you are connected to. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 140: Windows® 7

    If you are joining an existing network, you will need to know the security key or passphrase being used. 1. Click on the wireless icon in your system tray (lower-right corner). Wireless Icon 2. The utility will display any available wireless networks in your area. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 141 If you get a good signal but cannot access the Internet, check your TCP/IP settings for your wireless adapter. Refer to the Networking Basics section in this manual for more information. 4. The following window appears while your computer tries to connect to the router. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 142 It may take 20-30 seconds to connect to the wireless network. If the connection fails, please verify that the security settings are correct. The key or passphrase must be exactly the same as the one on the wireless router. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 143: Windows Vista

    (displayed using the SSID) and click the Connect button. If you get a good signal but cannot access the Internet, check you TCP/IP settings for your wireless adapter. Refer to the Networking Basics section in this manual for more information. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 144: Wpa/Wpa2

    1. Open the Windows Vista® Wireless Utility by right-clicking on the wireless computer icon in your system tray (lower right corner of screen). Select Connect to a network. 2. Highlight the Wi-Fi name (SSID) you would like to connect to and click Connect. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 145 It may take 20-30 seconds to connect to the wireless network. If the connection fails, please verify that the security settings are correct. The key or passphrase must be exactly the same as the one on the wireless router. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 146: Troubleshooting

    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. Your computer must be on the same IP subnet to connect to the web-based utility.
  • Page 147 • Close your web browser (if open) and open it. • Access the web management. Open your web browser and enter the IP address of your D-Link router in the address bar. This should open the login page for your web management.
  • Page 148 • Windows® 95, 98, and Me users type in command (Windows® NT, 2000, XP, Vista®, and 7 users type in cmd) and press Enter (or click OK). • Once the window opens, you’ll need to do a special ping. Use the following syntax: ping [url] [-f] [-l] [MTU value] Example: ping yahoo.com -f -l 1472 D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 149 • To change the MTU, enter the number in the MTU field and click Save Settings to save your settings. • Test your email. If changing the MTU does not resolve the problem, continue changing the MTU in increments of ten. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 150: 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.
  • Page 151: What Is Wireless

    Why D-Link Wireless? D-Link is the worldwide leader and award winning designer, developer, and manufacturer of networking products. D-Link delivers the performance you need at a price you can afford. D-Link has all the products you need to build your network.
  • Page 152 Who uses wireless? Wireless technology as become so popular in recent years that almost everyone is using it, whether it’s for home, office, business, D-Link has a wireless solution for it. Home Uses/Benefits • Gives everyone at home broadband access •...
  • Page 153: Tips

    The wireless connection in public places is usually called “hotspots”. Using a D-Link USB adapter with your laptop, you can access the hotspot to connect to the Internet from remote locations like: airports, hotels, coffee shops, libraries, restaurants, and convention centers.
  • Page 154: Wireless Modes

    An Infrastructure network contains an access point or wireless router. All the wireless devices, or clients, will connect to the wireless router or access point. An Ad-hoc network contains only clients, such as laptops with wireless USB adapters. All the adapters must be in Ad-hoc mode to communicate. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 155: 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.
  • Page 156: Statically Assign An Ip Address

    Set Primary DNS the same as the LAN IP address of your router (192.168.0.1). The Secondary DNS is not needed or you may enter a DNS server from your ISP. Step 5 Click OK twice to save your settings. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 157: Wireless Security

    WPA2 incorporates user authentication through the Extensible Authentication Protocol (EAP). EAP is built on a more secure public key encryption system to ensure that only authorized network users can access the network. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 158: Technical Specifications

    Environmental factors will adversely affect wireless signal range. 2 Frequency Range varies depending on country’s regulation. 3 The DIR-2680 does not include 5.25-5.35 GHz & 5.47-5.725 GHz in some regions. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 159: Regulatory Information

    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. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 160 Cet équipement est conforme aux limites d'exposition aux rayonnements ISED établies pour un environnement non contrôlé. Cet équipement doit être installé et utilisé avec un minimum de 50 cm de distance entre la source de rayonnement et votre corps. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 161 Appendix D - Regulatory Information 以下警語適用台灣地區 依據 低功率電波輻射性電機管理辦法 第十二條: 經型式認證合格之低功率射頻電機,非經許可,公司、商號或使用者均不得擅自變更頻率、加大功率或變 更原設計之特性及功能。 第十四條: 低功率射頻電機之使用不得影響飛航安全及干擾合法通信;經發現有干擾現象時,應立即停用,並改善至 無干擾時方得繼續使用。前項合法通信,指依電信法規定作業之無線電通信。低功率射頻電機須忍受合法通信或工 業、科學及醫療用電波輻射性電機設備之干擾。 應避免影響附近雷達系統之操作 電磁波曝露量MPE標準值1 mW/cm2,本產品使用時建議距離人體43 cm。 D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 162 Potencia máxima de Salida Frequenza/e Potenza max. Output Frequentie(s) Max. Output Power 5.15 – 5.25 GHz 200 mW 5.25 – 5.35 GHz 200 mW 5.47 – 5.725 GHz 2.4 G 2.4 – 2.4835 GHz 100 mW D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 163 υλικολογισμικό του προϊόντος είναι διαθέσιμα για λήψη από τη σελίδα του προϊόντος στην τοποθεσία www.dlink. com. Par les présentes, D-Link Corporation déclare que ce produit, ces accessoires et ce logiciel sont conformes aux Français [French] directives 2014/53/UE.Le texte complet de la déclaration de conformité de l'UE et le icroprogramme du produit sont disponibles au téléchargement sur la page des produits à...
  • Page 164 2014/53/EU. Pełen tekst deklaracji zgodności UE oraz oprogramowanie sprzętowe do produktu można pobrać na stronie produktu w witrynie www.dlink.com. Desta forma, a D-Link Corporation declara que este produto, os acessórios e o software estão em conformidade Português [Portuguese] com a diretiva 2014/53/UE. O texto completo da declaração de conformidade da UE e do firmware...
  • Page 165 2014/53/EU. Hela texten med EU-försäkran om överensstämmelse och produkt-firmware kan hämtas från produktsidan på www.dlink.com. Hér með lýsir D-Link Corporation því yfir að þessi vara, fylgihlutir og hugbúnaður eru í samræmi við tilskipun Íslenska [Icelandic] 2014/53/EB. Sækja má ESB-samræmisyfirlýsinguna í heild sinni og fastbúnað vörunnar af vefsíðu vörunnar á www.
  • Page 166 Access Points unterstützen die Funktionen DFS (Dynamic Frequency Selection) und TPC (Transmit Power Control) wie erforderlich bei Betrieb auf 5 GHz innerhalb der EU. • Bitte schlagen Sie im Handbuch oder Datenblatt nach nach, ob Ihr Gerät eine 2,4 GHz und / oder 5 GHz Verbindung nutzt. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 167 5 Ghz dentro de la UE. • Por favor compruebe el manual o la ficha de producto para comprobar si el producto utiliza las bandas inalámbricas de 2.4 GHz y/o la de 5 GHz. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 168 Toegangspunten ondersteunen DFS (Dynamic Frequency Selection) en TPC (Transmit Power Control) functionaliteit zoals vereist bij gebruik in 5 GHz binnen de EU. • Raadpleeg de handleiding of de datasheet om te controleren of uw product gebruik maakt van 2.4 GHz en/of 5 GHz. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 169 • Halten Sie das Produkt von Heizkörpern und anderen Quellen fern, die Wärme erzeugen. • Trennen Sie das Produkt immer von der Stromzufuhr, bevor Sie es reinigen und verwenden Sie dazu ausschließlich ein trockenes fusselfreies Tuch. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 170 • Mantenga el producto alejado de los radiadores y de otras fuentes de calor. • Desenchufe siempre el producto de la alimentación de red antes de limpiarlo y utilice solo un paño seco sin pelusa. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 171 • Houd het product uit de buurt van radiators en andere warmtebronnen. • U dient het product steeds los te koppelen van de stroom voordat u het reinigt en gebruik uitsluitend een droge pluisvrije doek. D-Link DIR-2680 User Manual...
  • Page 172 D-Link designs and builds its products to be as environmentally friendly as possible, by using recyclable, low toxic materials in both products and packaging. D-Link recommends that you always switch off or unplug your D-Link products when they are not in use. By doing so you will help to save energy and reduce CO2 emissions.
  • Page 173 D-Link et l’environnement Chez D-Link, nous sommes conscients de l'impact de nos opérations et produits sur l'environnement et nous engageons à le réduire. Pour limiter cet impact, D-Link conçoit et fabrique ses produits de manière aussi écologique que possible, en utilisant des matériaux recyclables et faiblement toxiques, tant dans ses produits que ses emballages.
  • Page 174 D-Link zijn producten zo milieuvriendelijk mogelijk, door het gebruik van recycleerbare producten met lage toxiciteit in product en verpakking. D-Link raadt aan om steeds uw D-Link producten uit te schakelen of uit de stekker te halen wanneer u ze niet gebruikt. Door dit te doen bespaart u energie en beperkt u de CO2-emissies.
  • Page 175 D-Link a životní prostředí Ve společnosti D-Link jsme si vědomi vlivu našich provozů a výrobků na životní prostředí a snažíme se o minimalizaci těchto vlivů. Proto své výrobky navrhujeme a vyrábíme tak, aby byly co nejekologičtější, a ve výrobcích i obalech používáme recyklovatelné a nízkotoxické materiály.
  • Page 176 D-Link produkter som er så miljøvennlig som mulig, ved å bruke resirkulerbare, lav-toksiske materialer både i produktene og forpakningen. D-Link anbefaler at du alltid slår av eller frakobler D-Link-produkter når de ikke er i bruk. Ved å gjøre dette hjelper du å spare energi og å redusere CO2-utslipp.
  • Page 177 D-Link sine produkter, så de er så miljøvenlige som muligt, ved at bruge genanvendelige materialer med lavt giftighedsniveau i både produkter og emballage. D-Link anbefaler, at du altid slukker eller frakobler dine D-Link-produkter, når de ikke er i brug. Ved at gøre det bidrager du til at spare energi og reducere CO2-udledningerne.
  • Page 178 D-Link och miljön På D-Link förstår vi och är fast beslutna att minska den påverkan våra verksamheter och produkter kan ha på miljön. För att minska denna påverkan utformar och bygger D-Link sina produkter för att de ska vara så miljövänliga som möjligt, genom att använda återvinningsbara material med låg gifthalt i både produkter och förpackningar.

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