D-Link DIR-X5460 Setup

D-Link DIR-X5460 is known for its wireless connectivity features. If you have recently purchased a new D-Link DIR-X5460 wireless router for your home, the next thing to know is how to set up the same. This blog will give you complete information on the D-Link DIR- X5460 setup process. If you are looking to have the best solution for issues with the same, you can refer to this guide for help.

Things you need to know

Before you begin with the setup D-Link DIR-X5460 process, it is important that you note the difference between the MODEM and Router and where they come in a topology and how to connect the devices together. If you need help with the same, you can approach someone who is knowledgeable and holds enough expertise with the same. In order to set up the DIR-X5460 router, make sure you have internet access. You can use the computer that was last used to access the internet. You have a device that works as a MODEM and a router at the same time, you’ll need to set it to “Bridge Mode”, so it can connect to the internet easily. On the other hand, if you are using a DSL connection, with PPPoE internet connection type you will need to make sure that you do not have third-party software like Win PoET, BroadJump, and EnterNet300 installed on your computer or mobile device.

D-LINK DIR-X5460 Setup using D-Link Wi-Fi App

The smartphone app for your D-Link router allows users like you to install and configure the router using your smartphone from anywhere. To begin, you can download the D-Link Wi-Fi App from your device’s respective app store. If you have already downloaded the same, you’ll need to make sure it is on the latest version. Once you have downloaded the latest version of the app, launch it on your smartphone.
  • On the home screen of the app interface, click on the “Install New Device” button.
  • Then on the next screen, click on “Scan the QR Code” to scan the code located on the installation card. If you want, you can also proceed using the “Continue without scanning” button.
  • Next select the Router option from the next window and select the model number i.e. DIR- X5460 from the list of models. Click on the “Next” button to continue.
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Now follow the on-screen instructions step-by-step to complete the D-Link DIR-X5460 setup process. Once finished, you can begin accessing the internet seamlessly.

Using web-based D-Link setup wizard

Another way you can begin accessing the internet using your D-Link router is setting it up using the web-based management wizard. This wizard can help you set up the device in under no time. Here are the steps you can follow to finish setting up the router:
  • Firstly, Open your web browser and type the http://dlinkrouter.local web address in the address bar. Alternatively, you can also use the default IP address of the router i.e 192.168.0.1.
  • If this is your first time logging in to the page and there’s no connection between the devices, you can login using the password shown on the device label or the Quick Installation Guide.
  • Then on the start screen, agree to the terms of use and the privacy policy before proceeding.
  • Next follow the on-screen instructions to configure your new D-Link DIR-X5460 router and connect to the internet. Click on the Next button to proceed.
  • The router will now detect the internet connection type. If it does not, automatically, a list of connection types to choose from, will be displayed on the screen. You can now select your Internet connection type. You can obtain this information from your ISP.
  • Once selected, click on the Next button to proceed further.
  • If the router detects or you select PPPoE, type the username and the password in the respective fields. If you do not have this information, you can contact your ISP. Click on the Next button to continue.
  • Or, if you have selected Static as the connection type, you’ll be required to enter the IP and DNS settings. You can get this information from your ISP. Once entered, click on the Next button.
You will need to define SSID and a strong password for your D-Link router network. Once done, you can save the changes and restart the device. Once restarted, you can begin accessing the internet seamlessly. If you need more help with the D-Link DIR-X5460 setup process, you can always reach out to the team at our end for help.