Smart beam forming
Improves coverage by directing bandwidth to your devices as you move around your home. You can stream HD video, surf the web, skype your friends and play online games from wherever you are so you'll always get the best experience
Smart connect
Not all Wi-Fi bands are the same, but you don't need to worry about that. With Smart Connect Technology, the DIR-879 chooses from the two Wi-Fi bands and automatically connects each device on your network to the best, clearest band available for the best connection every time.
more devices and apps in your home so you can experience lag free gaming and HD media streaming.
Intelligent QoS
Intelligent QoS tracks the type of network traffic (media streaming, web surfing, online gaming) and decide which application deserves higher priority.
New user interface
Controlling your network by enabling parental controls, blocking unwanted devices, monitoring internet activity and creating Wi-Fi guest networks is easier than ever with our new interface.
Additional features
11AC Wi-Fi - Up to 600 Mbps (2.4 GHz) + 1300 Mbps (5GHz).
Gigabit Ethernet Ports - Ensures the best wired online experience for HD streaming and gaming
Whole-Home Coverage - 11AC technology extends wireless range further than with Wireless N.
High-Powered Antennas - 4 external antennas with high power amplifiers.
Traffic Prioritization - Advanced QoS engine distributes traffic optimally across both wireless bands to guarantee the best performance.
Dual-Band Technology - Decreases wireless interference and congestion, allowing you to connect more devices
Parental Controls - Create online access schedules and block/allow specific websites and/or devices.
Guest Wi-Fi Network - Enable a public or encrypted wireless guest network.
Secure Wi-Fi Encryption - WPA/WPA2 provides highest level of
wireless security.
Easy To Install - Installation wizard manually walks you through setup
in minutes.
Quick Router Setup (QRS) App - Easy setup app for smartphones & tablets.
WPS Push Button Setup - Quickest method of connecting devices with the push of a button.
Zero Configuration - Once router is setup, other D-Link Zero Configuration devices can easily and instantly connect.
Technical Specifications
General
Device Interfaces
• 802.11 a/g/n/ac wireless LAN
• Dual-Band (one 2.4GHz and one 5GHz band)
• 10/100/1000 Gigabit WAN Port
• Four 10/100/1000 Gigabit LAN Ports
Standards
• IEEE 802.11ac
Minimum System Requirements
• Windows® 10, 8.1, Windows® 8, Windows® 7 , or Mac OS® X (v10.7)
• Ethernet Network Interface
• Internet Explorer® 11, Mozilla® Firefox® v28, Google Chrome v33, or Safari v7
• For optimal performance, pair the DIR-879 with an AC adapter (DWA-192)
• Cable, DSL or Fiber Optics
Functionality
Advanced Features
• SmartConnect
• Guest Zone
• Multi-language web setup wizard
• Green Ethernet
• DLNA media server support
• Advanced AC SmartBeam
• Dual active firewall
• Network Address Translation (NAT)
• Stateful Packet Inspection (SPI)
• VPN Passthrough (PPTP/L2TP/IPsec)
• Advanced QoS
• Quick VPN - L2TP over IPsec
• Extender Mode7
Mobile App Support
• QRS Mobile v1.5
Mobile App Requirements
• QRS Mobile app requires iOS4.3 or AndroidTM 2.3.3, or higher
Wireless Security
• WPA & WPA2 (Wi-Fi Protected Access)
• Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) PIN/PBC
Firewall
• SPI (Stateful Packet Inspection)
• NAT (Network Address Translation)
Physical Dimensions
• 7.9 x 9.5 x 3.5 inches
Power
• Input: 100 to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz • Output: 12 V DC, 1.5A
Temperature
• Operating: 32 to 104 °F
• Storage: -4 to 149 °F
Humidity
• Operating: 0% to 90% non-condensing
• Storage: 5% to 95% non-condensing
Certifications
• FCC Class B
• Wi-Fi Certified
• IPv6 Ready
Package Contents
What’s Inside
• Wireless AC1900 Wi-Fi Router
• Quick Installation Guide2
• Power Adapter
• Ethernet Cable
• Wi-Fi Configuration Card
Order Information
Part Number
DIR-879
Description
• AC1900 Wi-Fi Router