Introduction:
The D-Link DWR-978 AC2600 WiFi 5 5G Router offers high-speed
WiFi up to 2.6 Gbps and next-generation 5G connection rates up to 1.6 Gbps for
all of your connected devices. The DWR-978 router is designed to serve as a
simple plug-and-play companion for you wherever you are—at home, at work, or on
vacation—while providing quick and dependable 5G connectivity. There is no
setup required; all you need to do is insert a 5G/4G LTE SIM card (not
included) to share your connectivity with all of your devices.
D-Link 5G AC2600 Wi-Fi Router
. A few months ago, someone stomped on a cable at the end of my road, causing my broadband Internet connection to fail and go offline for almost six hours. I didn't realise how many of my home's electronics depended on a quick and reliable Internet connection until I lost it.This could be wise to invest in a 5G wireless router that can handle both wired and wireless Internet connections for anyone whose Internet is "mission-critical" so that there is always a backup in case one of the connection methods goes down. One such gadget is the recently released D-Link DWR-978 5G AC2600 Wi-Fi Router, which can access the Internet via both a standard broadband connection and a smartphone's LTE/5G wireless cellular service. To ensure that there is always an internet connection to keep the show going, this useful router features both an Ethernet connection to a broadband/cable modem and a slot for a data SIM.
The D-Link
DWR-978 is a sizable gadget that is comparable in size to a huge box of candy.
It has a chic white enclosure with two antennae at the back of the router and
all the necessary connections at the base, and it stands on a delicate pedestal.
The connectors have four Gigabit Ethernet ports as well as an Ethernet WAN port
for connecting to a cable or internet modem, which can be utilised either as
the SIM's primary WAN or as a backup WAN.
A full-sized
SIM card slot and a WPS pairing button that rapidly connects the router with a
wireless client are located next to the router's four Ethernet ports. A 12v
external power supply is used to power the DWR-978. The device only has a USB-A
port, which can be used to access a USB flash drive and enable a NAS
(network-attached storage) device.
A thin bronze
strip that runs across the front of the router hides a number of white LED
status indicators that indicate various conditions, including the strength of
the cellular reception, Ethernet port activity, WAN status, as well as SIM card
activity and the status of the two onboard Wi-Fi networks.
This router
has a sleek appearance and a solid build quality. Even in sparse, remote
places, the two big antennas at the back are quite effective at capturing cellular
reception. Alternatively, for better reception in spots where the cellular
signal is spotty, the two antennas can be taken out and swapped out with
hookups to an outdoor antenna.
There isn't
much to this well-designed piece of equipment physically, but it is equipped
with all the sophisticated electronics needed to manage the data SIM and
establish a WAN connection. Both the 5GHz and 2.4GHz Wi-Fi bands on the D-Link
operate at AC2600 speeds. This router lacks Wi-Fi 6, the most recent wireless
standard, but since it's most likely to be used as a backup or in a vacation
home with few wireless users, it's more than adequate for the majority of
people.
A built-in
web interface makes it simple to get the DWR-978 up and running. It can be
accessed from a computer, tablet, or smartphone using Ethernet or Wi-Fi. Along
with some sophisticated settings for individuals who are familiar with network
configuration, the interface offers all the settings necessary to connect the
router to a modem or a SIM card.
The router is
plug-and-play for most users. The web interface prompts the user to choose a
new password when it is first launched. Instead of letting consumers continue
using the router's default Admin and Password settings, which are used by so
many, I wish more manufacturers would force users to set up a more secure
Username and Password.
Using an
Ethernet cable linked to the DWR-978's WAN (Wide Area Network) connector, I
connected the DWR-978 to my primary internet router/modem. You can designate
this port as the primary or secondary WAN. Alternatively, the Ethernet can be
used as a backup connection to the Internet and the SIM set as the primary one.
The next thing I did was insert a regular 5G data SIM card into the router's
base-mounted slot. The settings on the SIM will typically be changed
automatically for cellular networks. As an alternative, manual SIM setting
entry can be done through the web interface. Practically every mobile data
network on the planet has settings saved for it. The port only accepts full-sized
SIM cards, although D-Link does offer a plastic adaptor that, if required, can
accommodate a nano or mini SIM.
The setup
procedure was limited to that. But I went back into the online interface and
changed a few settings to test its adaptability. The SIM serves as the main
link to the Internet in its default configuration. A backup Ethernet connection
or will immediately take over as the Secondary WAN if the SIM is removed or the
cellular signal is lost. The router can also be configured in the opposite
direction. an example would be the Ethernet connection to the fixed.The SIM
will take over as the Secondary WAN if the Primary WAN, which can be set to be
broadband, goes down. The entire procedure runs smoothly. I adore how the two
WANs may be modified to meet the demands of the user.
The web
interface also has settings for configuring the two Wi-Fi networks. A default
SSID (network name) and password are printed on the router's body for both the
2.4GHz and 5GHz bands. It is possible to give several passwords and modify the
SSIDs. A third function can create a Guest network with limited access and
create a firewall between it and the two primary Wi-Fi SSIDs. Someone who owns
a bed & breakfast, guesthouse, or café might thrive in this environment.
Casual users are barred from core networks, which may include sensitive company
data, via a guest network.
Thanks to
such incredibly effective antennae, the DWR-978 offers exceptional wireless
cellular data speeds. The front panel's status lights provide a quick and
simple way to monitor various conditions, particularly the cellular reception's
signal strength. For connecting wired peripherals like printers, NAS, or a
switch, if necessary, there are four Gigabit Ethernet ports available.
Conclusion:
The D-Link DWR-978 is an excellent router for usage in the home or workplace.
It is the perfect solution for anyone looking for a standard Wi-Fi router with
a 5G/LTE option that they can use as either their primary Internet connection
or as a backup to a broadband or cable service. It is also possible to
configure the DWR-978 with just a SIM installed or with an Ethernet connection acting
as a backup. It's the perfect router to use in a vacation home where there may
only be cellular data access and no fixed-line broadband available. The Wi-Fi
performance is up to line with what I've come to expect from D-Link, and I was
impressed by the straightforward built-in web interface's flexible settings,
including those for the SIM parameters.
For sending
and receiving text messages through the cellular connection, there is also an
integrated SMS client. The D-Link DWR-978 5G AC2600 Wi-Fi Router is ideal if
you require a backup redundancy built into your Internet connection at all
times. Recommended.
D-Link 5G Wi-Fi Router
General Specifications:
- The maximum 5G connectivity speed is 1.6 Gbps.
- Integrated Wi-Fi AC2600.
- Numerous 5G bands are supported for improved connectivity.
- MU-MIMO dual-band Wi-Fi for VR gaming, 4K streaming, and video chatting.
- Gigabit Ethernet LAN ports (4 total) and Gigabit Ethernet WAN port.
- Connectors for two removable antennae on the exterior.
- Wi-Fi security protocol WPA3 with 128-bit encryption.
- Nano SIM card slot with 5G or 4G/LTE support.
- Internet WAN port for a fail-safe connection to the Internet.
D-Link 5G Wi-Fi Router
Technical Details:
|
Brand |
D-Link |
|
Model |
D-Link 5G AC2600 Wi-Fi
Router DWR-978 |
|
Wireless network |
Wireless AC Wave 2 |
|
Band mode for frequencies |
Simultaneous dual bands |
|
Wireless
speed |
800 Mbps 2.4 GHz / 1733 Mbps 5 GHz |
|
Antenna design |
Embedded omni-directional antennas |
|
Ethernet interface |
1 x Gigabit Ethernet WAN / 4 x Gigabit
Ethernet LAN |
|
Support for 3G/4G LTE |
4G/5G/3G using a SIM |
|
USB Ports |
1 x USB 2.0 |
|
Advanced Capabilities |
MU-MIMO |
|
Product code |
DWR-978 |
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