FAQ's

D-Link routers provide users with the ease of use and a lot more convenience, given the features they come loaded with. However sometimes, using these features may result in you facing issues with the router login and setup process. Here are some of the most frequently asked questions we get on D-Link routers and our answers to them.

How can I change the admin password of my D-Link router?

Admin password protects your router settings from being changed without your notice. Hackers may gain access to your network admin rights and then steal your network info to misuse the same. To change the admin password of your D-Link router, you must remember the original password. In case you have forgotten the original password, you will need to have access to the device so as to reset it. Assuming you have the original password, here are the steps you can follow to reset your admin password:

Open the web browser on your smartphone/computer and in the address bar type the default web address to access the D-Link login page.
When prompted enter the original admin password to access the online setup wizard.
When you reach the main dashboard, navigate to the Management tab and then onto the device administration settings. Click on the admin password field. Type in the new credentials and then click on the Save button to save the details.

The admin password has now been changed and you can begin using the same from now on. In case you have forgotten your admin password and are looking to recover it, you’ll have to RESET your router. To learn about the reset process, scroll down.

How can I change the network password for my D-Link router?

Follow the steps to change the network security key:

Open the web browser on your smartphone/computer and in the address bar type the default web address to access the D-Link login page.
When prompted enter the original admin password to access the online setup wizard.
When you reach the main dashboard, navigate to the Wireless Settings menu.
In the password field, you’ll see the existing password. If you wish, you can change it to something else.
Once changed, click on the Save button to save the details.

What are default access credentials of my D-Link router?

The default access credentials are required to gain access to the D-Link router and are fixed by the device manufacturer. These can be found on either the product label or the product manual of your D-Link router device.
Moreover, if you wish to know about the default web address and the IP address of the D-Link router, they are:https://www.dlinkrouter.local and https://192.168.0.50 .
You can use anyone of these addresses to access the default D-Link router login page online.

How do I enable the port forwarding feature on my D-Link router?

Port Forwarding is a feature used to keep unwanted traffic off your home network. This in turn allows network admins to use a single IP address for all external communication on the Internet. At the same time, it deploys multiple servers with different IPs and ports to the tasks being carried out internally. To enable port forwarding on your router, here are some steps you can follow:

Open the web browser on your smartphone/computer and in the address bar type the default web address to access the D-Link login page.
When prompted enter the original admin password to access the online setup wizard.
When you reach the main dashboard, navigate to the Advanced tab.
Click on Port Forwarding from the right hand side.
Check the box next to the rule to enable the rule. In case of predefined applications, use the Application Name dropdown list and click on the arrow button next to it to auto-fill the appropriate field.
Now, select the computer or device from the list of DHCP clients in the Computer Name dropdown list or manually enter the IP address of the device for which you want to open the specified port.
Oce done, click on the Save button and you are done.

How do I reset my D-Link router?

Resetting a D-Link router will reset the network activity and clear the previous network configuration made on your device. Here are the steps you can follow to RESET your D-Link router:

Press and hold the RESET button on the router’s bottom panel.
When the LED lights on the front panel begin to flash, release the RESET button and wait for the device to reboot.
Once the router is back up and running, you can reinstall/reconfigure the router using the standard setup steps.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I recover my dlink router admin password if I forgot it?

Yes, you can recover the password of your router if you have enabled the password recovery option on it.

What is the default IP address to access the dlinkrouter.local setup page?

The default IP for your D-Link wifi router is 192.168.1.1. Put this address in your browser’s address field to open the d-link router admin page.

What are the requirements for d-link sign in as admin?

You just need the admin default credentials of your router to access the dlink router login page. Find these details on a printed label on the product or in the user manual that came with the router.

What are the steps to change the admin password of my D-Link router?

Type http://dlinkrouter.local in your default browser’s address field.
It will redirect you to the dlink router login page where you will have to enter the default username and password.
Once logged in, click on the Tools option and then select the Admin tab.
Now, enter a new admin password next to the Password field
Re-enter the password in the Verify Password field.
Next, save the settings by clicking on the Apply tab.

How do I find the MAC address of my D-Link router?

How can I configure the network security of my D-Link wifi router?

Launch a browser and type dlinkrouter.local to open the d-link router admin page.
Now, enter the default username and password of your router in the provided fields and press the login tab.
Next, you will be redirected to the d-link router setup page where you will see the Setup option.
Click on the Setup tab and then click on the Wireless Settings.
Under the Wireless section, choose the Security mode and enable the WPA2 wireless security.

How do I restrict Wi-Fi access on my D-Link wireless router?

Log into the d-link router setup wizard page by typing http://dlinkrouter.local on the browser's address bar.
On the web-configuration page, choose the Advanced settings and then look for the MAC Filtering option.
Now, click on the Enable Access Control option to block all the Wi-Fi users on your network.
Then, click on the Add option to add the MAC address of the device that you want to allow to use your network.
Next, click on the Apply button.

I am unable to access the dlinkrouter.local setup page. What should I do?

If you are unable to access the d-link router setup page using http://dlinkrouter.local, then you need to check if your PC is connected to the router’s network. Try to restart the router, modem, and PC. If it doesn’t help, reset the Dlink router to the factory defaults and then try again.

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