How To Convert DSL Router To WAN Router

Any Router routes the input signal to different output signals based on the configured software. The input of routers will be of DSL, ADSL, and WAN modes, and the output of routers will be LAN ports or WIFI. So most of the routers are configured for LAN cable outputs unless you specifically made some configuration changes. 

Coming to the types of inputs, DSL stands for Digital Subscriber Line which is used for communication mode along with the internet. Whereas WAN stands for Wide Area Network which is used for transferring Data packets and helps in establishing Local Area Network (LAN). In simple terms, if you are taking an Internet connection from your landline connection or Mobile operator along with phone then you will be getting DSL internet connection and if you are taking the broadband connection then you will be getting WAN Connection. 

Can DSL Router Turn Into WAN Router?

If you are using a DSL router till now and looking to get a new broadband connection that uses a WAN connection as input then I will help you out today to convert the existing DSL router to a WAN router so that you can save money on your new router. 

As work from home and remote working is booming across the world, getting a broadband connection is on top of needs and DSL internet connectivity doesn’t come with high-speed plans such as WAN because the DSL cable doesn’t support data packets transfer faster than 8 MBPS so, upgrade your DSL connection to WAN for better and fastest internet. 

How To Identify DSL Port & WAN Port?

DSL port will be having 2 copper linings in the input socket of the router whereas the WAN port will be having 4 copper linings inside the port and the same as the LAN port. Also, most of the routers will be having naming on the backside near ports like WAN, LAN1, LAN2, and so on. So, we can’t convert the existing DSL port to a WAN port as the complete port structure doesn’t support the WAN. As an alternative, we can convert any one of the LAN ports to a WAN port so that it will be marked as an input port in the software and the remaining LAN ports can be used as normal. Do note that the DSL port will be left blank and it only supports the DSL cable input. 

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Once you have identified the ports, we can start working on changing the ports. Also, do note down the model of your router and version of your software installed in your router which can be found on the backside label of the router. These will be used to troubleshoot the issue better and helps in a better understanding of the router configuration. 

Steps To Upgrade D-Link 2750U Router (DSL to WAN)

Follow the below steps to upgrade your existing D2750U DSL router from D-Link and drop your issues in the comments section below so that we will be helping you out immediately. Below are the easy steps and this complete process takes around 10-15 minutes of time to complete.

1) Upgrade the D-Link software of your D2750U router using the below links. Do follow the version of the software based on your software version installed in your router. 

2) In order to upgrade the router, connect the router to the laptop or desktop using LAN cable and reset the router by clicking on the reset button present on the backside of the router so that it asks to choose a software file. Before this, connect to 192.168.1.1 and login to the D-Link portal using the credentials given on the backside of the router. Once you are connected then click on Reset until the lights flashing starts. 

3) Once you choose the software file, then it will be verified and installed on your router. The new D-Link upgraded software has the option of choosing both the DSL and WAN inputs which helps us in fixing the issue. 

4) Now jump to admin settings by going to 192.168.0.1 link and enter admin as admin and password. Most routers will have default admin as username and password. You can also try searching online for an admin username and password or refer backside of your router. 

5) Do note that the software has to be installed based on your hardware version and you can find it on the backside of your router like V1/V2.

D-Link 2750U Latest Firmware Versions Updated In 2020:

Firmware of Hardware Version “V1”:
http://bit.ly/2750UHardwareV1

Firmware of Hardware Version “V2/V1” (latest):
https://bit.ly/2750UHardV1andV2

Firmware of Hardware Version “C1”:
https://bit.ly/HardwareVerC1

Firmware of Hardware Version “U1”:
https://bit.ly/DLink2750UHardwareU1

Firmware of Hardware Version “J1”:
http://bit.ly/HWJ1FW1dot03

Firmware of Hardware Version “T1”:
http://bit.ly/HVT1andFVTH1dot03

Firmware of Hardware Version “I1”:
https://bit.ly/2750U_I1

Latest Firmware for those who have D-Link 2730U models:

Firmware of Hardware Version “U1”:
http://bit.ly/DLink2730UHVer-U1

Firmware of Hardware Version “C1”:
http://bit.ly/DLink2730HardVersionC1

Firmware of Hardware Version “V1”:
http://bit.ly/2730UHardVer-V1

6) Download the version accordingly and once the installation of firmware is completed, Go to 192.168.1.1 and click Setup – Internet Setup – Select the type of protocol connection (PPPoE, Dynamic, Static or Bridging) your Internet Service Provider(ISP) provides. (call ISP, say you have a new router connected at home or office, he will guide you the configuration). Most of the times ISP knows that when a customer changes a new router, it won’t work until they will refresh the mac address of it in their database.

7) Once you update the settings, Insert the ISP provider LAN cable in LAN 4 port and remaining LAN Ports can be used normally without any issues.

Conclusion – 

I have personally tried this method for my D-Link 2750U DSL router and it worked with my broadband connection without any issues. Do comment below if you face issues so that we will guide you based on your concern or issue.

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