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D-Link DIR-890L

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Pros

  • QoS menu is easy to use
  • features and reliability are exceptional
  • fast and easy to use

Cons

  • Channels cannot be changed to reduce interference from a neighbor s Wi-Fi
  • There are no clients for iTunes libraries or other features for media libraries
  • DIR 890 does not offer a client for backing up computer files

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D-Link DIR-890L - Pros & Cons

D-Link DIR-890L

Pros

  • QoS menu is easy to use
  • features and reliability are exceptional
  • fast and easy to use
  • It can comfortably serve as the leader of any extreme gaming setup
  • breezy-simple setup and enough features
  • The signal range of this router is really good
  • It supports Unifi properly as well
  • the antennas are really solidly attached to the router which is great
  • performance is actually really good
  • performance is absolutely the best at the RM1000 range
  • The QoS option is quite simple as well

Cons

  • Channels cannot be changed to reduce interference from a neighbor s Wi-Fi
  • There are no clients for iTunes libraries or other features for media libraries
  • DIR 890 does not offer a client for backing up computer files
  • Limited
  • their standard encryption may not be enough to protect the channel
  • Too many are simply trying to capitalize on affiliate revenue
  • you do not get to play with the configurations
  • It means you cannot replace the antenna

D-Link DIR-890L - Technical Overview

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IconNumber of WAN ports
1
Best:
Cisco MWR 2941-DC
Number of WAN ports: 16
IconTotal wireless data transfer rate
1427.7 Mbps
Best:
TP-Link Talon AD7200
Total wireless data transfer rate: 7133 Mbps
IconNumber of LAN ports
4
Best:
Cisco CISCO7206VXR
Number of LAN ports: 60

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D-Link DIR-890L - Full Specifications

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Connectivity
Connectivity technology
  • Wireless
  • Wired
Communication mode
  • Full-Duplex
  • Half-Duplex
Number of LAN ports4
Number of WAN ports1
USByes
Total USB ports2
Number of USB 2.0 ports1
Number of USB 3.0/3.1 ports1
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Dimensions
Width14.69 in
Height6.18 in
Depth9.49 in
Weight2.23 lb
Number of units1
Rack-mount designno
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Communication
Frequency band
  • 2.4 GHz
  • 5 GHz
Management interfaceWeb/network
6to4yes
Communication protocol
  • IPv6
  • Multicast
  • Quality of Service
  • Wireless Multimedia Extensions
Network / transport Protocol
  • PPTP
  • L2TP
  • IPSec
Data link layer
  • Ethernet
  • Fast Ethernet
  • Gigabit Ethernet
  • IEEE 802.11a
  • IEEE 802.11ac
  • IEEE 802.11b
  • IEEE 802.11g
  • IEEE 802.11n
Wireless standards
  • IEEE 802.11a
  • IEEE 802.11ac
  • IEEE 802.11b
  • IEEE 802.11g
  • IEEE 802.3
  • IEEE 802.3ab
  • IEEE 802.3u
  • IEEE 802.3x
  • IEEE 802.11n
Jumbo frames supportyes
Mobile broadband supportno
Throughput WAN-LAN784.0 Mbps
Wireless networkyes
2.4GHz wireless networkyes
2.4GHz data transfer rate600.0 Mbps
5GHz wireless networkyes
5GHz data transfer rate1300.0 Mbps
External antennayes
Detachable antennano
MIMOyes
Beamformingyes
Number of antennas6
Total wireless data transfer rate1427.7 Mbps
Wireless security
  • TKIP
  • WEP
  • WPA-PSK
  • WPA
  • WPA2-PSK
  • WPA2
  • WPS
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Memory
Included flash memory128.0 MB
Maximum flash memory128.0 MB
Included RAM256.0 MB
Maximum RAM256.0 MB
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Security
DMZyes
Number of DMZ ports1
VPN protocol
  • IPSec
  • L2TP
  • PPTP
VPN clientyes
Encryption Algorithm
  • WPA
  • WPA2
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Design
Colour of product
  • Black
  • Red
Active cooling (fan)no
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Features
Built-in DSL modemno
File serverVia USB
Designed for wall mountingyes
Mobile app for controlling featuresyes
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Compatibility
DynDNSyes
Target audienceHome users
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Power
Min operating temperature0 °C
Max operating temperature40 °C
Power over Ethernet (PoE)no

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D-Link DIR-890L D-Link - Editorial Reviews (25)

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D-Link DIR-890L D-Link Performace Series DIR-890L AC3200 Router Review | eTeknix
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Published: 02.12.2016
D-Link Performace Series DIR-890L AC3200 Router Review | eTeknix

Introduction With more and more devices requiring an internet connection, the choice of which router to get becomes a more vital one. TVs, consoles, mobile phones, tablets, PCs, laptops, and IoT devices all require internet access and when they all need it at the same time, the network can get congested. That's where D-Link's DIR-890L AC3200 Ultra Wi-Fi Router comes into play as it has three bands and six antennas to distribute the load and achieve maximum coverage. The DIR-890L has three separate wireless bands to distribute the workload and prevent a slower device from throttling the entire band for faster devices.

D-Link DIR-890L D-LINK 890L Tri Band AC3200 Router Review
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D-LINK 890L Tri Band AC3200 Router Review

If the size and color are an indication of how a device would performance, there is little doubt that the D-LINK 890L/R ought to be one of the most...

D-Link DIR-890L D-Link AC3200 Ultra Wi-Fi Router: Australian Review
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Gizmodo Australia
Published: 11.05.2015
D-Link AC3200 Ultra Wi-Fi Router: Australian Review

I never thought that I’d see a Wi-Fi router that was both bigger and more ostentatious than the Netgear Nighthawk...

D-Link DIR-890L D-Link AC3200 (DIR-890L/R) Router Review - Gadget Review
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Gadget Review
Published: 09.12.2015
D-Link AC3200 (DIR-890L/R) Router Review - Gadget Review
1.9

The D-Link AC3200 wireless networking router wows with an eye-catching design, tons of added features, and speed results that are enough to blow any gamer's hair back.

D-Link DIR-890L D-Link Performace Series DIR-890L AC3200 Router Review | Page 4 of 12 | eTeknix
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eTeknix
Published: 02.12.2016
D-Link Performace Series DIR-890L AC3200 Router Review | Page 4 of 12 | eTeknix

Introduction With more and more devices requiring an internet connection, the choice of which router to get becomes a more vital one. TVs, consoles, mobile phones, tablets, PCs, laptops, and IoT devices all require internet access and when they all need it at the same time, the network can get congested. That's where D-Link's DIR-890L AC3200 Ultra Wi-Fi Router comes into play as it has three bands and six antennas to distribute the load and achieve maximum coverage. The DIR-890L has three separate wireless bands to distribute the workload and prevent a slower device from throttling the entire band for faster devices.

D-Link DIR-890L D-Link DIR-890L AC3200 Router Review
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Craving Tech -Technology and Reviews
Published: 20.04.2015
D-Link DIR-890L AC3200 Router Review

D-Link DIR-890L Review (AC3200 Router) – This ‘ladybug-alike’ router from D-Link is not just huge, it’s definitely the largest router I’ve ever touched in my whole life. It also looks like it’s ready to fly (literally). Size and joke aside, the new D-Link router is definitely a beast – inside out. With the launch of … This LadyBug-alike router is strikingly cool and a beast on the wireless world – D-Link DIR-890L Read More »

D-Link DIR-890L D-Link DIR-890L AC3200 Ultra Wi-Fi Router Review
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nikktech.com
Published: 17.09.2016
D-Link DIR-890L AC3200 Ultra Wi-Fi Router Review

With wireless performance off the charts the DIR-890L AC3200 Ultra Wi-Fi by D-Link is not just looks.

D-Link DIR-890L D-Link AC3200 Router Review | Gaming Illustrated
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D-Link AC3200 Router Review | Gaming Illustrated

The D-Link AC3200 router looks like it came from a distant planet or a space shuttle, but this device was only brought here to provide you with fast internet.

D-Link DIR-890L Battle of the AC3200 monster routers: ASUS RT-AC3200 vs. D-Link DIR-890L
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hardwarezone.com.sg
Published: 19.03.2015
Battle of the AC3200 monster routers: ASUS RT-AC3200 vs. D-Link DIR-890L

If you have lots of wireless devices at home, AC3200 class routers are the way to go, simply because they broadcast three separate networks and offer the most bandwidth. Here we pit two of the largest and most outrageous against each other to find out which is best.

D-Link DIR-890L D-Link AC3200 Ultra Wi-Fi Router (DIR-890L/R) Review
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PCMAG
Published: 13.03.2015
D-Link AC3200 Ultra Wi-Fi Router (DIR-890L/R) Review
4.5

The D-Link AC3200 Ultra Wi-Fi Router (DIR-890L/R) is a massive tri-band router that delivers incredible throughput speeds and looks good doing it.

D-Link DIR-890L D-Link AC3200 Review: If Tesla Designed A Router, This Might Be It
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Techaeris
Published: 18.10.2015
D-Link AC3200 Review: If Tesla Designed A Router, This Might Be It

Not all routers are created equally and the ones you get from your ISP are definitely weak. Check out our D-Link AC3200 review a powerhouse replacement for that ISP router.

D-Link DIR-890L 802.11ac Wi-Fi Router Round-Up: ASUS, Netgear, D-Link, and TRENDnet
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HotHardware
Published: 13.10.2015
802.11ac Wi-Fi Router Round-Up: ASUS, Netgear, D-Link, and TRENDnet
4.5

HotHardware takes a detailed look at a quartet of 802.11ac routers from ASUS, Netgear, D-Link, and TRENDnet.

D-Link DIR-890L D-Link Taipan AC3200 Ultra Wi-Fi Modem Router Review « TOP NEW Review
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D-Link Taipan AC3200 Ultra Wi-Fi Modem Router Review « TOP NEW Review

Now, this is a rarity. Premium modem routers don’t come around too often, with the majority of high-end wireless routers still requiring a separate modem to

D-Link DIR-890L D-Link AC3200 Ultra Wi-Fi Router: Performance, Reach, and Style
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The ChannelPro Network
Published: 19.02.2016
D-Link AC3200 Ultra Wi-Fi Router: Performance, Reach, and Style

The AC3200 wins style points for its futuristic look, but it hits the jackpot on throughput and connection speeds.

D-Link DIR-890L D-Link AC3200 ULTRA Wireless Router Review and Giveaway
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MakeUseOf
Published: 16.09.2015
D-Link AC3200 ULTRA Wireless Router Review and Giveaway
0.0

D-Link sent me their newest AC3200 router, the ULTRA, and my wireless speeds went through the roof – and into outer space. This is a beast of a router, and you can win one too.

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