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The D-Link DIR-890L is easily one of the most unique looking routers on the market, blending a Ferrari red colour scheme with a design that would make H. R. Giger proud. This is the kind of router you don't want to see in a backstreets alley way in the mi...
Makes an excellent media server, Incredibly fast transfer speeds, Great wireless range...
Overkill for most users, Smart Connect is hit and miss, Expensive...
D-Link's DIR-890L is an impressive router that offers blazing fast speeds and a great range, but is overkill for everyone but power users. While Tri-Band sounds great in theory, it's only going to provide a performance increase in very select scenarios...
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Can comfortably accommodate the whole family at home with multiple range of wireless devices. Offers Tri-Band, strong wireless signal, and a lot other tweaks and features. Takes a lot of space, but the striking design and performance are worth itD-Link DI...
Can comfortably accommodate the whole family at home with multiple range of wireless devices. Offers Tri-Band, strong wireless signal, and a lot other tweaks and features. Takes a lot of space, but the striking design and performance are worth it...
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I never thought that I'd see a Wi-Fi router that was both bigger and more ostentatious than the Netgear Nighthawk X6, but that day has come. The D-Link AC3200 (DIR-890L) is a giant glossy red triangular prism with six huge antennas sticking out of it, and...
Great 802.11ac transfer speeds, Fast storage interface, Great design...
No removable antenna, Simplistic Web interface, Massively expensive...
If you need the absolute best in 802.11ac and 802.11n Wi-Fi performance for your small or large home, or even a moderately sized small business office, then the $399.95 D-Link DIR-890L will fill that role very nicely. It's definitely skewed to home rather...
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pcauthority.com.au Updated:
2015-06-08 01:14:46
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W hy is it that the more expensive a router is, the more outlandish its outer shell design must be? Just take a look at this premium product from D-Link, which outdoes Netgear's bat-modem to take the cake as one of the oddest looking routers available. So...
Great looks and easy to use, but not as advanced as we'd hoped...
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In the old days, when you wanted to improve your Wi-Fi performance, you'd grab yourself a dual-band router to break up your devices according to 2.4GHz and 5GHz clients. These days, it's all about triple-band routers. You want more performance? Get yourse...
Fast and stable performance over a one-month test period, Two 5GHz radios allow for great 802.11ac bandwidth, Neat Web interface...
Some of the features in the interface could use explanations, The size makes it difficult to place in traditional areas, High price...
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The router’s tri-band specification requires a whopping six external high-gain antennas. This means it’s able to broadcast two 5GHz and one 2.4GHz networks. With a theoretical throughput of 600Mbit/s on 2.4GHz and 1,300Mbit/s on each of the 5GHz bands, yo...
The DIR-890L is a good choice if you have a lot of devices on your network, but its long-range performance is below par for the price...
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gadgetynews.com Updated:
2015-07-30 01:08:10
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I've seen the D-Link DIR-890L before when I was checking out the recommended routers for my NVIDIA SHIELD tablet (still yet to review). The thing is, I still wasn't prepared for how big, red and visually impressive it is – but, is it any good at its job?T...
Apple iPhone 6S - what you need to knowI've seen the D-Link DIR-890L before when I was checking out the recommended routers for my NVIDIA SHIELD tablet (still yet to review). The thing is, I still wasn't prepared for how big, red and visually impressive i...
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D-Link are known the world-over for their strong and varying portfolio of networking products They've been in the business for over years, supplying the marketplace with routers, switches, hotspots, servers and adaptersWireless networking and functionali...
Aesthetically stunning, Intuitive software GUI, USB 3.0 port, TriBand connectivity, Up to 3200Mbps, Strong signal, Mobile app friendly, Feature richnetwork tools...
Large, Permanently fixed antennas...
D-Link are seasoned networking specialists so there were always going to be high expectations from their new AC3200 Ultra and we can whole heartedly say we've not been let down.Like the spanner is to the mechanic or the knife to the butcher, the AC3200 Ul...
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What is the D-Link DIR-890L AC3200 Ultra Wi-Fi router? The DIR-890L is D-Link's flagship consumer router. It uses six external aerials to achieve up to AC3200 speeds – 2 x 1,300Mbps + 600Mbps simultaneously – across its three Wi-Fi bands. It's a monster o...
Reliable Wi-Fi connection, Fast Wi-Fi performance, Good selectoin of extra features...
Not as fast as rival high-end routers, Web interface lacks power-user options, Printer sharing software isn't great, Overkill for the majoirty of users...
D-Link DIR-890L – Performance Testing such multi-band AC routers has become increasingly tough, since few client devices support the maximum throughput. This is made even more difficult due to the presence of two bands on the DIR-890L – which, theoretical...
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uk.hardware.info Updated:
2015-11-27 01:08:49
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If you're looking for a router to make a statement with, the DIR-890L has to be on your list. But how does this monster perform? We found out. With the DIR-890L, D-Link is targeting buyers who aren't satisfied with the next dull box with some antennae...
The D-Link DIR-890L is a beast of a router, on many facets. It's big and looks dangerous because of its red design. Everyone has to see for themselves if they like that of course. When you don't think it looks good, you can place it somewhere out of sig...
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Need a ton of performance for WiFi at home? No worries, because D-Link has something that might fit the bill, and it's so big, you might even have problems placing it.The latest of the company's converged modem and router models, the D-Link Taipan or “DSL...
Yay, a converged high-end modem router (w00t!); Plenty of bandwidth; Easy to setup; Smart Connect is a great way of uniting the three bands under one WiFi name and SSID;...
Big and cumbersome, and awkward to place; Interface may be a little clunky for some, specifically the pro users; Settings aren't always saved;...
Wireless networking can be a bit of a hassle at home and work, and unless you have a network engineer (or even a GadgetGuy staffer) nearby, it can be a little problematic getting the best experience for the cornucopia of products we all have. Usually, the...
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As the market stands right now, nearly every vendor has an AC3200 solution on the market, in past reviews such as the Nighthawk X6 and the Linksys EA9200, we had a chance to put these monsters of wireless technology through their paces. Shortly after CES...
Since the release of 802.11ac technology, vendors have been producing solutions from the low-end budget friendly AC1200 all the way up to AC2400 Wave and AC3200. While many of these share the same platform underneath, your decision will largely depend u...
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The DIR-890L isn't exactly subtle, with its huge dimensions, red metal finish and UFO-like styling, but there's a good reason it takes up so much space. It's a tri-band router, broadcasting two 5GHz networks simultaneously to double the available wireless...
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The D-Link Router is one amazing product, it's something you quite expect when you see a router that has a box that's bigger than that of a graphics card.Under the box is one huge router, it kind of reminds me of the SpiderMonkey from Supreme Commander.Wi...
Performance aside, the D-Link router comes with excellent interface and below are some of the features I think that are great to have. The Verdict The D-Link router retails at RM 1,100, it's one awesome piece of hardware. It will likely be able to provide...
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Today we take a quick look at the D-Link AC3200 Ultra Wi-Fi Router. It's easily one of the biggest routers I've seen and one of the fastest.At 15.23 x 9.73 x 4.7 inches, the D-Link AC3200 Ultra Wi-Fi Router is a size of a small drone. In fact, it even loo...
The D-Link AC3200 Ultra Wi-Fi Router is one big router with an edgy design. It can handle high transfer loads and is perfect for video streaming and games. Albeit a bit expensive at PHP16,000, this D-Link router will faithfully serve those who need fast s...
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chip.com.my Updated:
2016-11-26 04:22:49
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Network device manufacturers D-Link looks set to go all out in terms of both design and performance with its latest wireless router, the D-Link DIR-890L AC3200. Featuring cutting edge looks and components, the company is banking on this router to bring us...
Beautiful design, Great performance, Packed with features...
Price...
The D-Link DIR-890L router is one of the most impressively-designed routers we've seen, both in terms of looks and performance. It is admittedly on the expensive side, but if you're looking for a router with many bells and whistles included, this is one...
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With more and more devices requiring an internet connection, the choice of which router to get becomes a more vital one. TVs, consoles, mobile phones, tablets, PCs, laptops, and IoT devices all require internet access and when they all need it at the same...
Looks stunning, Great performance, Great coverage, Fair pricing, Easy to use GUI and also DD-WRT compatible, Tri-Band for less WiFi congestion...
None, “The DIR-890L is a perfect choice for large homes as it helps to eliminate dead spots, it lessens WiFi congestions, and generally performs great.”, D-Link Performace Series DIR-890L AC3200 Enthusiast Router Review, Thank you, D-Link, for providing...
Let us start with the price point as that's the last mentioned item before this section. While the D-Link DIR890L certainly isn't the cheapest router on the market, it is an amazing one priced more than fair for its capabilities.It's probably not the rout...
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High-end routers opens a budding market for the continuous demands of multi-user and fast network speeds. D-Link is pitching the modern home and office set-up to "more connected" with the AC3200 Ultra WiFi Router. Up front, the AC3200 (DIR 890L) promises...
The D-Link DIR-890L Ultra WiFi wireless router has its own fair share of pros and cons. If we talk about the basic functions of a router, the DIR-890L aces most of the essential checkpoints. It offers reliable performance, super fast speed and tri-band fu...
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D-Link's ULTRA series fire engine red routers made quite a splash at their CES 2015 introduction. Their unique manta-ray styling and imposing size are engineered to make you think they're the most powerful Wi-Fi routers around. But flashy physical design...
IPv6 WAN support, UPnP/DLNA media server...
No way to tell which 5 GHz radio clients are connected to, No WPS controls, No wireless bridge modes...
D-Link takes the prize for most eye-catching router we've seen in awhile in any Wi-Fi class. But, like all other AC3200 routers to date, it will consistenly produce higher total wireless throughput only if you have enough dual-band devices and only if you...
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If the size and color are an indication of how a device would performance, there is little doubt that the D-LINK 890L/R ought to be one of the most powerful based on the sheer size of the device and blazing fast with its bright shiny bright red color.D-Li...
To summarize, for its basic purposes, meaning, as a router and WiFi access point, the D-Link 890L is more than capable to handle a home or small business normal “needs”. That is a nice way to say that the device is overkill for, at least, two reasons."...
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Wireless routers are going through somewhat of a renaissance right now, thanks to the arrival of the 802.11ac standard that is...
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missingremote.com Updated:
2015-10-31 03:53:20
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Last January I had a chance to check out D-Link's upcoming lineup of big-red routers (a welcome departure from the bland canister of previous years ), with the $290/£215 DIR-890L being the first to ship and the first to make it into “the lab”. Offering a...
The design will divide, but I have to say I'm a fan – I think the D-Link DIR-890L's shiny red spaceship theme looks great, but I do wish it was a bit smaller. With fantastic stability, solid feature set, and good wireless performance -- especially in mult...
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Ever wrestled with getting a router working right? I did. For years my AC1200 router wouldn't transfer files faster than 2-3 megabytes per second (MB/s) to devices separated by a wall. I tried everything from changing the antenna several times to redoing...
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When I received news that the D-Link DIR-890L is selling for S$339 instead of the recommended retail price is S$399 at the IT Show (ending 22 Mar 2015), I knew I had to write this review and publish real quick so that you can read and decide whether to bu...
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KUDOS TO D-LINK Systems Inc. for upgrading all areas of its product line, culminating in the AC3200 Ultra Wi-Fi Router (model DIR-890L/R[CF1] ). The Fountain Valley, Calif.-based company's products used to be square, boring boxes, but the AC3200—red, trap...
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Your wireless router could be the most underappreciated item in your house. When it's working fine and doing it's job, it goes unnoticed, fading to the background despite its likely unattractive look. But when your router isn't performing well, that's whe...
We had some frustrations setting up the D-Link AC3200 Ultra WiFi router, but we were floored by its performance. Speeds are as fast as you'll ever need and range is excellent, even when multiple devices are attempting to suck up bandwidth. With top tier s...
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How many of you remember the design and wireless capabilities of the very first modem/router you ever used at home or at the office? Mine was a Zyxel one which looked pretty much the same as a small switch and didn't even feature Wi-Fi so it was really no...
Build Quality, Design, Wireless Performance (Top In Our Charts), AC3200 Technology (Concurrent 802.11n & 802.11ac), User Friendly Web Interface, Features, Technologies Used (Advanced Beamforming & Smart Connect), Android & iOS App, 4 Gigabit Ether...
Price (For Some)...
No matter how many times I've seen the D-Link DIR-890L I still consider its design as being one of the best in the market today (the new DIR-879 is not bad either). In terms of build quality the DIR-890L may not feel as sturdy as the WRT1900...
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Internet speeds are something every person paying any kind of money to an ISP (Internet Service Provider) is concerned about. Chances are most everyone reading this has either run a test using Speedtest.Net or has at the very least heard of Speedtest.Net...
Design is unique, speeds increased 354%, range is great even through walls, easy setup even your kid could do it, offers advanced granular control for more tech savvy users...
Design may not be for everyone, price tag is a bit high...
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Now, this is a rarity. Premium modem routers don't come around too often, with the majority of high-end wireless routers still requiring a separate modem to provide internet connectivity.The D-Link Taipan touts itself as the first consumer tri-band...
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With the AC3200 Ultra Wi-Fi Router DIR-890L/R ($309.99) D-Link raises the bar in more ways than one. This gargantuan tri-band router not only turned in record-breaking times on our throughput tests, but it also happens to be the coolest-looking router we'...
Blazing throughput speeds, Good range performance, Edgy design, User-friendly management interface...
Expensive, Large footprint, So-so file transfer performance...
The D-Link AC3200 Ultra Wi-Fi Router (DIR-890L/R) is a massive tri-band router that delivers incredible throughput speeds and looks good doing it...
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