D-Link

DIR-BE981

BE10000 Tri-Band Mesh Router

  • Wi-Fi 7 Speed: Up to 10 Gbps¹ across three bands for 4K/8K streaming, AR/VR gaming and fast downloads.
  • Wi-Fi 7 Technology: Multi-Link Operation, Multi-RUs, 4K-QAM and 320 MHz channels, with up to 5760 Mbps¹ on 6 GHz, 2880 Mbps¹ on 5 GHz and 1030 Mbps¹ on 2.4 GHz.
  • 10G Port: 1x 10 Gbps WAN port and 4x 1 Gbps LAN ports with link aggregation, so a fast internet line is not held back at 1 Gbps.
  • Enhanced Coverage: 7x internal high-power antennas, Wi-Fi optimization and beamforming for wider coverage and more stable connections.
  • Mesh Compatibility: Works with compatible mesh routers to build one Wi-Fi network across your home, without drops as you move between rooms.
  • Advanced Parental Controls: Protect your kids online with instant monitoring, content filters and customized settings for every connected device.
  • Easy Setup and Use: Managing your network is now simpler than ever with the D-Link Mobile Connect+ App.

Overview

6GHz Wireless Spectrum

The new 6GHz spectrum offers faster data speeds, increased capacity, reduced interference, and better latency.

4K-QAM

4K QAM modulation that can deliver 140% higher capacity.

320MHz Wider Channels

320MHz channels deliver massive throughput using a single 6GHz high band link

Multi-Link (MLO)

Enhances throughput, minimizes latency, and boosts reliability for upcoming applications.

Secure Network

Help keep your network safer with Advanced Parental Controls, guest Wi-Fi, WPA3 encryption and IEC 62443-4-1 security certification.

Smart Roaming

Seamlessly connects your devices to the strongest signal as you move from room to room, eliminating the need for them to disconnect and reconnect.

OFDMA

Small data packets destined for multiple devices are transmitted together and never have to queue up again. Perfect for Smart Homes filled with bandwidth-hungry IoT devices battling for bandwidth.

Expandable Network

DIR-BE981 is a scalable solution. Add extra DIR-BE981 Points where you need more Coverage

DIR-BE981

Specifications

Specification
CPU frequencyQuad-Core, 2.0-GHz
Memory1GB DDR
Flash256MB Nand Flash
Wi-Fi3T3R 2.4GHz 802.11b/g/n/ac/ax/be, 1030Mbps¹ 2T2R 5GHz 802.11a/n/ac/ax/be, 2880Mbps¹ 2T2R 6GHz 802.11a/n/ac/ax/be, 5760Mbps¹
Device Interfaces1 x RJ45 100M/1000M/2.5G/5G/10G WAN Ethernet 4 x RJ45 100M/1000M LAN Ethernet 1 x Reset Button 1 x WPS Button
Wi-Fi Antenna3 x 3dBi Internal 2.4G antennas 2 x 5dBi Internal 5G antennas 2 x 5dBi Internal 6G antennas
Standard802.11b/g/n/ac/ax/be, 1.03Gbps¹ 2.4G 802.11a/n/ac/ax/be, 2.88Gbps¹ 5G 802.11a/n/ac/ax/be, 5.76Gbps¹ 6G
Modulation schemesOFDM = BPSK,QPSK, 16-QAM, 64-QAM, 256-QAM, 1024-QAM, 4096-QAM DSSS = DBPSK, DQPSK, CCK
Transfer RateEHT20: up to 1236Mbps¹ 2.4G+5G+6G EHT40: up to 2470Mbps¹ 2.4G+5G+6G EHT80: up to 2880Mbps¹ 5G+6G EHT160: up to 5760Mbps¹ 5G+6G EHT320: up to 5760Mbps¹ 6G
WAN TypeStatic IP Dynamic IP PPPoE 802.1p & 802.1q VLAN tagging and priority bit
Security ProtocolWPA/WPA2 - Personal WPA2 - Personal WPA2/WPA3 - Personal (WPS not supported) WPA3 Only (WPS not supported)
FirewallDoS Stateful Packet Inspection Anti-spoofing checking IP/MAC address filtering 1 x DMZ
MeshD-Link Wi-Fi Mesh
QoSD-Link Intelligent QoS Technology
Power SavingTarget Wake Time (TWT)
Access ControlAdvanced Parental Controls Guest zone
Dynamic DNSNo-IP DDNS Dyn DDNS
ProtocolsIPv4 IPv6
Operation ModesRouter mode Bridge mode Extender mode
VPN Pass-ThroughL2TP IPSec Open VPN PPTP
Operating Temperature0°C~40°C
Storage Temperature-30°C ~ 70°C
Operating Humidity5%~95% (typical)
Power Supply12V/2.5A
Regulation ComplianceCE
Safety RegulationsUL
Green StandardRoHS

Actual performances may vary due to settings, cabling, temperature, network configuration, interface, device compatibility, environmental and on-site conditions, and other similar factors. References to power capability, signal or processing speed, signal range or distance, data encryption, storage capacity, display properties, or other performance metrics are based on optimal conditions derived from industry standards and provided for informational purposes only. Specifications may be subject to change without prior notice.

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