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Configuring your D-Link DIR-615 router on Windows 10 is a straightforward process that involves connecting the hardware, accessing the web-based interface, and setting up your internet and Wi-Fi credentials.

​Step 1: Physical Hardware Connection

​Before opening any settings on your computer, ensure the router is physically connected correctly.

1. ​Power: Plug the power adapter into your DIR-615 and a wall outlet.
2. ​Internet: Take the Ethernet cable from your modem (or internet wall jack) and plug it into the Internet (or WAN) port of the router. This port is usually a different color (often yellow or grey).
3. ​Computer Connection: Use a second Ethernet cable to connect your Windows 10 PC to any of the four LAN ports on the back of the router.

4. Configuring your D-Link DIR-615 router on Windows 10 is a straightforward process that involves connecting the hardware, accessing the web-based interface, and setting up your internet and Wi-Fi credentials.

   
   

5. Access the Router Interface

   ​Once connected, you need to "log in" to the router using a web browser.

1. ​Open any web browser (Edge, Chrome, or Firefox) on your Windows 10 PC.
2. ​In the address bar, type 192.168.0.1 and press Enter.
   • ​If that doesn't work, try http://dlinkrouter.local.
3. ​A login screen will appear.
   • ​Username: admin
   • ​Password: (Leave this blank/empty)
4. ​Click Log In.

6. Wireless (Wi-Fi) Setup

   1. ​Go to the Wireless Settings menu on the left.
   2. ​Click Manual Wireless Connection Setup.
   3. ​Wi-Fi Name (SSID): Change "dlink" to your preferred name (e.g., "Home_WiFi").
   4. ​Security Mode: Select WPA-Personal or WPA2-Auto.
   5. ​Pre-Shared Key (Password): Enter a password of at least 8 characters.
   6. ​Click Save Settings. The router may reboot to apply these changes.