D-Link range extenders are amazing WiFi devices to fill up dead zones with a high-speed internet connection. By accessing http://dlinkap.local, users can change the extender’s settings. But, a few users are aware of the fact that they can also set up a schedule for the various functions of the D-Link range extender. Chances are that you are one of them. But, no worries, in this post we will provide you with the step-by-step guide to set up a schedule for various access point functions of the D-Link range extender.
FYI, the access point is a function in which the D-Link extender acts as a hotspot for WiFi-enabled devices. In other words, it will have its WiFi settings and specified features. Now, straightforward let’s delve deep into what is included in setting up the schedule rules for the D-Link extender’s different functions.
What Does Schedule Rule Include?
Once you access the Schedule screen of your D-Link range extender, you will be able to set the rules by assigning the following settings:
Name: Specify the name for the new rule to identify it from the rest of the rules.
Days: You can select the All Week option to make the schedule rule active for 24 hours a day and 7 hours a week. If you want to set the schedule rules for specific days, click the Select Day(s) option to assign days on which you want the rule to be applicable. However, you need to check the boxes individually to activate the rule for a specific day.
All Day- 24 hrs: Check this box to confirm that you want the schedule rule to work All Day for the days selected above.
Time Format: Choose the time format you want to use: 24-hour or 12-hour time format.
Start Time: Here, you can enter the time at which you want the schedule rule to get activated for the selected days.
End Time: In this field, you need to specify the time for the rule to become inactive.
Click the Add button to add the rule to the Schedule Rules List. You can clear the list by clicking the Cancel button.
Schedule Rules List: Here, you will see the summary of all the active Schedule Rules. You can click the Edit button to edit the rule or click the Trash icon to delete the rule from the table
Moving on, let’s discuss the steps to set up the schedule rule for the D-Link range extender.
Steps to Set Up Schedule for Extender Functions
Note: No matter whether you own a D-Link DAP-1650 WiFi range extender (AC1200) or other extender models, the steps to set up the schedule rule remain the same.
Connect your D-Link wireless extender to a power source and turn it on.
Wait for the power indicator on your D-Link device to become stable.
Now, create a connection between your D-Link extender and the host router using an Ethernet cable.
Thereafter, switch on your computer and ensure that it is receiving a non-fluctuating power supply.
Load a web browser like Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Apple Safari, Opera, Microsoft Edge, etc.
Navigate to the address bar and type the D-Link extender’s default URL.
Press the Enter key.
With that, you will be prompted to enter the default username and password of your D-Link range extender.
So, enter the extender’s default admin details and click the Log In button.
You will get redirected to the dashboard of the D-Link range extender.
Now, navigate to the Management tab and select the Schedules tray.
The Schedules window will appear.
Now, specify the schedule rules as desired and save the changes you have made.
In this manner, you can specify a schedule rule for various access point functions on your D-Link extender. Just in case you fail to do so, here are the hacks to follow.
Fixed: Can’t Set Up Schedule Rule
If you come across dlinkap.local not working issue amidst the process, reboot the extender.
Make sure that the web browser you are using is running on an updated version.
Ensure that your D-Link extender time is set to the local time zone.
Sum Up
Wrapping up the guide to set up the schedule rules various functions of the D-Link extender with the hope that you will be able to customize your internet experience. Thanks for reading the post