# DIR-X5460 Initial Setup using D-Link WiFi app

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### Download and install the D-Link Wi-Fi app on your Android OS/Apple iOS device.

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### Launch the D-Link Wi-Fi application and press Install New Device.&#x20;

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### Scan the QR Code.

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### Connect the two antennas to its corresponding connectors on the router.

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### Power off the modem.

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Connect the Ethernet cable from the **internet** port of the router and the other end to the\
modem.

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### Power on the modem.

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### Power on the router.

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### When the Wi-Fi LED turns to solid white, then tap NEXT.

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### Select your internet service provider.

**Note**: Select ***Others*** if you are connecting the DIR-X5460 to an existing router.

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Tap **NO** if you selected **Others**, tap **YES** if you selected your internet service provider\
then enter the username and password from your internet service provider.

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### Create your own Wi-Fi name and Wi-Fi password then tap NEXT.

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### Create your own admin password then tap NEXT.

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### Select Keep my device up to date automatically then tap NEXT.

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### Tap SAVE to apply the settings.

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If you would like to link your router to Google Assistant, or Amazon Alexa, then\
tap **Register** (Optional). Or tap **Not Now**.

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### Tap FINISH.

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