How to Setup D-link Dir-878?

The D-Link router is powered by MediaTek MT7621 @880 MHz Chipset, 64 MB RAM, and 8 MB flash. In this blog post, we go over how to Setup D-link Dir-878.

The Completing Requirement is Required to Configure D-Link Dir-878

  • An internet connection via broadband.
  • Any Android-based device running 2.3.3 or higher, as well as any mobile device or tablet running iOS 7 or higher.
  • A PC running Microsoft Windows 10/8/7/vista or a Mac running OS X*10.7 or later is necessary.
  • Web browsers: Internet Explorer 11; Firefox 28; Safari 7; Chrome 33; or any other Chrome version higher with Java enabled.

Step-by-Step Guide to D'Link Dir-878 Configuration

The DIR-878 must first be positioned close to your modem for internet access. Maintaining an open area for your router is crucial for improving the coverage area and network signal strength.

Turn off your modem right away if it's on. You have now connected your modem to the router using an Ethernet wire. Put an Ethernet label with the modem on one end and the router's internet port on the other. Now, connect your modem back in, turn it around on, and wait for about a minute until moving forward.

It is now necessary for you to connect the power adapter that came with the router to the power socket. Once the power button is pressed, wait about a minute for the LED indicators to transition from orange to solid white. This device's LED indicator is situated at its front.

You must connect to the WiFi network indicated on the accompanying WiFi configuration card if you are doing this setup or setup process from a PC in wireless mode. The sticker fastened to the bottom of the router also has the name and password for the WiFi network printed on it.

Setting up D-Link Dir-878

  • You can use the built-in UI or the free QRS mobile app to configure and manage your DIR-878.

Using the Mobile App for QRS:

  • To obtain the free QRS Mobile app, you must first search for it on your mobile device and download it from the Apple App Store or Google Pay. 

  • It is now necessary for you to link your mobile device to the WiFi network that is listed on the WiFi setup card that comes with it. The WiFi network name and password are printed on the label fastened to the router's bottom. 
  • The QRS mobile app must now be open on your device. It will walk you through configuring the router step-by-step.

Using the Integrated Web Interface

To configure your DIR-878, you must first open any installed browser on the computer connected to the network. If the D-Link setup wizard does not open immediately, go to http://dlinkrouter.local./ and follow the on-screen instructions. The default username must be admin, and the password field must be empty.

Guide to Troubleshooting During Configuration and Setup

  • First, use an Ethernet cable to establish a wireless connection between your PC and the router. 
  • Launch any installed web browser and type http://dlinkrouter.local./ or 192.168.0.1 into the address bar.

  • By default, the router password ought to be empty.
  • To return to an empty field, reset the router if you have changed the password and cannot remember it.
  • How can I return my DIR-878 router to its original factory settings.
  • The router needs to be turned on; you must first confirm this.
  • Press and hold the reset button for around three seconds using a paper clip or any other sharp implement

 Nikhil Saini

 Last Update: 31 Jan 2024

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