D-Link DSR-500AC Dual-WAN Wireless AC Gigabit VPN Router

A Controlled Connection Between Your Business and the Internet The DSR-500AC brings dual-WAN networking, business VPN connections and firewall policies into one Gigabit router. 2 × Gigabit WAN and 4 × Gigabit LAN give the wired installation a clear connection layout. Integrated Wireless AC supports local Wi-Fi connectivity alongside the wired network. Load balancing and WAN failover offer ways to use two Internet connections, while VPN functions connect authorised users and sites. VLANs, access rules and traffic management help separate services and control access. Dynamic web content filtering is a separately licensed service; select the required subscription and confirm the deployment firmware before relying on subscription-based features. Highlights WAN and Local Network 2 × Gigabit WAN and 4 × Gigabit LAN. Dual-WAN failover and load-balancing functions. Integrated selectable-band Wireless AC. Security and Remote Access Stateful firewall and configurable access policies. Up to 95 IPsec tunnels. Dynamic web filtering requires a separate subscription. Operation Web-based management and CLI. VLANs, routing and traffic controls. 5-year warranty. Key Features Keep Two Internet Paths Available Dual-WAN functions support load balancing and failover when the network is configured with suitable Internet services. This gives the business a defined alternative path if a connection becomes unavailable. The result still depends on the upstream services, monitoring settings and applications, so test the failover behaviour during commissioning. Connect Authorised Users and Sites VPN functions create encrypted connections for supported site-to-site and remote-access deployments. Choose the VPN protocol, client software and authentication method for the actual environment. VPN performance depends on encryption, packet size, traffic mix and enabled services; tunnel-count limits are not throughput guarantees. Separate Services With Network Policies VLANs, routing and firewall policies help organise users, servers, guest access and other services. Application-aware controls and traffic policies can support a more deliberate use of available bandwidth. Apply least-privilege rules, retain a tested configuration and document the routes between network segments. Add Local Wireless Where It Fits Wireless AC is integrated into the gateway, helping smaller sites provide Wi-Fi without a separate basic wireless router. The DSR-500AC uses selectable-band wireless operation; it should not be specified as simultaneous dual-band coverage. Actual client throughput depends on signal quality, client capability and interference. Choose the Filtering Service Deliberately Static URL and keyword controls are available alongside the supported security features. Dynamic category-based web filtering requires the appropriate licence subscription. A hardware router purchase does not by itself establish an active paid filtering term, signature-update entitlement or compatibility with every client application. Manage the Network With Useful Visibility Web management, CLI, logs and SNMP support administration and fault finding. Restrict access to trusted management networks, use appropriate authentication and keep a recoverable configuration. Regular checks of VPN status, WAN health and security updates make the gateway easier to support as the business network changes. Summary The DSR-500AC combines Gigabit business routing, two-WAN operation and VPN connectivity in a single gateway. Match the firmware, VPN design and any separately licensed security service to the network, and test the complete configuration before deployment. Frequently Asked Questions How Are the Ethernet Ports Arranged?ExpandCollapse 2 × Gigabit WAN and 4 × Gigabit LAN. WAN/DMZ functions are configured according to the network design. Does It Include Wi-Fi?ExpandCollapse Yes. It has selectable-band Wireless AC operation, rather than simultaneous dual-band service. Can It Use Two Internet Connections?ExpandCollapse Yes. Dual-WAN load balancing and failover functions are supported. Configure and test the WAN health checks, service priorities and application behaviour for the actual Internet services. Is Dynamic Web Filtering Included Permanently?ExpandCollapse No. Dynamic web content filtering is a separately licensed subscription. Confirm the exact supported term and activation requirements before relying on it. What Do the Performance Figures Mean?ExpandCollapse The manufacturer lists up to 950 Mbps firewall throughput and 200 Mbps VPN throughput under its test conditions. Real throughput varies with encryption, packet sizes, enabled inspection, firmware and traffic. Can It Replace a Complete Security Design?ExpandCollapse It provides supported gateway and access-control functions, but the installation still needs secure configuration, endpoint protection, backups, monitoring and an appropriate update process. Confirm the required security and software support for the project. Magbasa pa