DIR-878 AC1900 MU-MIMO Wi-Fi Gigabit Router - Stream HD Videos & Make Internet Voice Calls Across Your Home

The DIR-878 AC1900 MU-MIMO Wi-Fi Gigabit Router is a powerful wireless networking solution designed for Small Office/Home Office (SOHO) environments. By combining high-speed 802.11ac Wi-Fi with dual-band technology and Gigabit Ethernet ports, the DIR-878 provides a seamless networking experience with a high degree of convenience and flexibility for SOHOs. The DIR-878's SOHO-class advanced security features help keep data safe from unwanted network intruders. These features together with the increased range and reliability of Wireless AC technology, help provide a protected network for devices in your home or office.

High-Speed Wired and Wireless Connectivity

The DIR-878 upgrades your network to the latest dual-band high-speed wireless technology to bring you lightning-fast Wi-Fi speeds of up to 1,900 Mbps¹ so you can meet the increasing demand from multimedia applications. Enjoy seemless high definition streaming media, Internet phone calls, online gaming, and content-rich web surfing throughout your home or office. In addition, 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet ports give you solid, dependable wired performance for devices such as Network Attached Storage (NAS), media centers, and gaming consoles. The built-in Quality of Service (QoS) engine allows you to prioritize important traffic to ensure that your favorite applications are receiving optimal bandwidth.

Smooth Streaming with Wireless 802.11ac Wave II

The DIR-878 brings a host of new technologies to create the best wireless networking experience to date. With 802.11ac Wave II technology, the DIR-878 provides Gigabit wireless connectivity with combined transfer rates of up to 1,900 Mbps¹ (1300 Mbps Wireless AC + 600 Mbps Wireless N)². Featuring a 3x3 MU-MIMO antenna configuration, the DIR-878 offers better data rates, fewer dead-spots, more coverage, and increased reliability. Upgrade your home or office with the latest AC wave II technology by matching the DIR-878 AC1900 MU-MIMO Wi-Fi Gigabit Routers with AC wave II devices like the DWA-192 AC1900 Wi-Fi USB 3.0 Adapter to take full advantage of this speed.

Wireless AC and Gigabit Ethernet

Get the most out of your broadband connection by enjoying high-bandwidth applications like HD, 4K, and 3D video anywhere in your home.

Dual-band Wi-Fi for Seamless Performance

Two concurrent wireless networks for higher bandwidth, improved range, and backward compatibility.

Simple Setup

Set up the DIR-878 in no time with the web-based setup wizard, and create wireless connections easily using Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS).

• 802.11ac wireless specification delivers blazing fast wireless connectivity with increased range and reliability
• 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet WAN port for fast-paced Internet access
• Four 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet LAN ports give you high-speed wired connectivity
• Concurrent dual-band wireless for connections up to 1900 Mbps
• QoS engine to prioritize important traffic and deliver uninterrupted bandwidth
• Web browser-based setup and configuration
• Intuitive setup wizard to guide you through the configuration process
• Firewall and access control options to prevent attacks and restrict access to your network

1. Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11ac and 802.11n specifications. Actual data throughput will vary. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of network traffic, building materials and construction, and network overhead, may lower actual data throughput rate. Environmental factors will adversely affect wireless signal range.

2. For the EU region, this product is compliant with CE regulations and operates within the following frequency ranges: 2.4 - 2.4835 GHz and 5.150 - 5.250 GHz.

Take Your Networking Performance to a Higher Level

4 High-Gain Antennas and MU-MIMO technology combine for enhanced Wi-Fi coverage in and around your home. The DIR-878 avoids interference to deliver the fastest wireless speeds, improved coverage and reliable connections. You can do multiplayer gaming, 4K streaming, file transfers, video chat, email, and web surfing all at the same time.

High Powered Amplifier

With the DIR-878, you can connect wherever and however you want. It's more than just a regular router.

With it's built-in high-powered amplifier, and AC technology you can enjoy wireless coverage throughout your home. Watch videos in an upstairs room, Skype from your home office, or browse and stream from your couch.

4 Gigabit Ports

Wired performance 10x faster than traditional Fast Ethernet for the best wired online experience for 4K streaming and gaming.

Do More With Dual Band

Use the 2.4 GHz band for everyday tasks, while leaving the high-speed 5GHz AC band free for 4K video streaming, online gaming and large file transfers.

With fewer devices using the high-speed 5GHz band, there's less interference and congestion, giving you better performance and a lag-free wireless experience.

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.

Hassle-Free D-Link Smart Connect Technology

Ever since the introduction of 5 GHz wireless technology, users have had to blindly guess whether the 5 GHz or 2.4 GHz band would provide them with the best networking experience. D-Link's Smart Connect Technology eliminates this confusion by automatically distributing devices to the optimal network. Simply initiate a connection to the DIR-878 and its advanced algorithms will determine the best network for your device to connect to, thereby ensuring a faster, more reliable, and hassle-free experience for your friends, colleagues, and family.

Easy to Set Up and Protect

Sharing your Internet connection doesn't have to be a complicated process; just open a web browser to access the setup wizard and follow the easy step- by-step instructions to get started. Configure, apply, and set up WPA/WPA2 wireless security in minutes with the wireless network setup wizard, or use Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS), which establishes an encrypted wireless connection to new devices without the need to enter settings or create passwords. In addition, the built-in firewall requires no setup, protecting you against malicious attacks from the Internet, and access control features allow you to restrict access to your network giving you greater control over network users.

PC with:

• Windows® 10/8.1/8/7/Vista/XP SP3
• MAC OS® X 10.6 or higher
• Internet Explorer 10, Firefox 28.0, Chrome 28.0, Safari 6.0, or other Java-enabled browser
• Network Interface Card
• Cable/DSL modem or other Internet Service Provider equipment with Ethernet port
• Internet connection

• D-Link DIR-878 AC1900 MU-MIMO Wi-Fi Gigabit Router
• RJ-45 Ethernet Cable
• Power Adapter
• Quick Start Guide
• Warranty Card