# How do I configure SharePort Mobile on my router?

**Note:** <mark style="color:$danger;">If using a D-Link Mobile router, SharePort Mobile is only compatible in Router and Wifi-Hotspot Mode</mark>

**Note:** *In this example we are using the DIR-506L, however, these instructions can be used on any D-Link router that supports SharePort Mobile*

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### Insert your USB Flash Drive into your Router

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## **Router Configuration**

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### Log into your router:

Open a web browser and enter the IP address of your router or enter <http://dlinkrouter>. in the address bar. By Default the IP address is 192.168.0.1

The default the username is admin and there is no password

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### Click on the Setup Tab and Click Storage on the left side

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### Check Enable SharePort Web Access and ensure Allow Remote Access is checked, Click Save Settings

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## **Mobile Setup**

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### Download the SharePort™ Mobile App from App Store (Apple/Android)

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### Ensure your Mobile device is connected to the wireless signal of your SharePort™ Mobile supported router.

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### Launch the SharePort™ Mobile App; The following screen will appear.

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### Click Settings

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### Click Edit and enter your username and password

**Note**: By default the username is set to admin with no password.
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### Change the Port if required (by default it is configured at port 8181 within the router configuration

**Note:** If accessing content over the internet, enter the IP or Domain address of your router. if access locally, the IP will fill in automatically.

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SharePort Mobile is successfully configured and your USB media should now be accessible.

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