D-Link 5G AC2600 Wi‑Fi Router DWR‑978
Product Technical Specification
WAN connection | |
Ethernet WAN | Yes |
DSL WAN | No |
SIM card slot | Yes |
WAN connection type | RJ-45 |
Wireless LAN features | |
Wi-Fi band | Dual-band (2.4 GHz / 5 GHz) |
Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
WLAN data transfer rate (max) | 1732 |
Wi-Fi standards | 802.11b,802.11g,Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
Network | |
Ethernet LAN | Yes |
Ethernet LAN interface type | Gigabit Ethernet |
Ethernet LAN data rates | 100,1000 |
Mobile network | |
Mobile network generation | 5G |
3G | Yes |
4G | Yes |
5G | Yes |
3G standards | WCDMA |
4G standard | LTE |
SIM card type | NanoSIM |
Ports & interfaces | |
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 4 |
USB port | Yes |
USB 2.0 ports quantity | 1 |
DC-in jack | Yes |
Management features | |
Web-based management | Yes |
Quality of Service (QoS) support | Yes |
WPS push button | Yes |
MU-MIMO technology | Yes |
Security | |
Security algorithms | WPA,WPA2,WPA3 |
Stateful Packet Inspection (SPI) | Yes |
DoS attack prevention | Yes |
MAC address filtering | Yes |
IP address filtering | Yes |
DMZ support | Yes |
Design | |
Product colour | White |
LED indicators | LTE,Power,WAN,WLAN |
On/off switch | Yes |
Product type | Tabletop router |
Antenna | |
Antenna design | Internal & external |
Detachable antenna(s) | Yes |
Features | |
Certification | CE , FCC , PTCRB, EMC, Safety , RoHS |
Power | |
Power source type | DC |
Operational conditions | |
Operating temperature (T-T) | 0 - 40 |
Storage temperature (T-T) | -10 - 70 |
Operating relative humidity (H-H) | 10 - 90 |
Storage relative humidity (H-H) | 5 - 95 |
Weight & dimensions | |
Width | 234.5 |
Depth | 245 |
Height | 55.25 |
Weight | 920 |
Logistics data | |
Harmonized System (HS) code | 85176990 |
Other features | |
Number of users | 128 |
Input current | 4 |
Delivery Options

Economy Delivery (UK)

Business Express
Experience next‑gen 5G connection speeds of up to 1.6 Gbps and high‑speed Wi‑Fi up to 2.6 Gbps on all your connected devices throughout your home, office or holiday home.
High-speed 5G Internet
Connect with next-generation 5G speeds up to 1.6 Gbps and experience lightning-fast downloads, lower latency and reduced congestion.
Blazing Wi-Fi performance
High-performance antennas deliver high-performance AC2600 speeds of up to 2.6 Gbps throughout your home.
Stay connected
When your 5G/LTE stops working, you stay connected to your fixed-line Internet (Fibre, Cable, DSL) thanks to D-Link’s Failover technology.
Trusted Wireless Security
Supports the latest WPA3TM Wi-Fi security with 128-bit encryption for optimum protection.
X5 Gigabit Ethernet Ports
Multiple Gigabit Ethernet ports provide optional high-speed connectivity for a wired device at home or in the office.
Rapid and reliable 5G connectivity where you need it the most
Whether at home, at work, or on holiday ‑ the DWR‑978 is built to work for you as a simple plug and play companion, wherever life takes you.
A connection that stays with you
Insert a 5G/4G LTE SIM card and immediately have access to blazing 5G download speeds of up to 1.6 Gbps at your home or business, or even while taking the camper van out into the countryside.
Thanks to 5G technology you can enjoy HD movies in seconds, download huge files immediately, play multiplayer games without lag, and enjoy video calls without interruption - making it the perfect companion whether at home or away.
Perfect for areas with limited or no access to fixed internet
The DWR-978 is the complete solution for those hard-to-read areas where fixed-line ISPs (Internet Service Providers_ are unreliable or unavailable. Insert your 5G SIM card and let your network and all of your devices be powered by 5G cellular data.
With two high-performance external antennas, you can be sure that DWR-978 will deliver the strongest connectivity possible on multiple devices at the same time - allowing you to stream, game or work, without worrying about buffering, dropouts, or interference.
Your Internet will never fail you again
Disruptions can happen at any time, but we’ve built the DWR-978 to eliminate them altogether with D-Link Failover technology.
When your 5G/LTE cellular provider is having technical difficulties, the DWR-978 will jump to action by switching to the Internet via your fixed-line (Fiber/Cable/DSL), so you can keep working, playing or watching as normal.
Cut down on dead spots & loading times
x2 high-performance antennas deliver Wi-Fi speeds of up to 2.6 Gbps throughout every corner of your home, making it easy for you to stay connected at the highest speeds possible despite any structural interference.
The DWR-978’s MU-MIMO technology ensures multiple devices get high-bandwidth Wi-Fi at the same time, distributing data more efficiently, giving you faster Wi-Fi speeds throughout your home.
Connect easily, share easily
There’s no setup involved, just insert a 5G/4G LTE SIM card and you’re good to go, instantly being able to share your connectivity with all of your devices.
Gigabit Ports for x10 Data Transfer Speeds
With four Gigabit LAN ports, connect up to 4 wired devices for reliably fast wired speeds of up to 10x faster than standard Fast Ethernet connections.
Stay protected from online threats with the latest in Wi‑Fi Encryption
The DWR-978 supports WPA3 - the latest version of the Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) protocol that encrypts user data and protects wireless networks from outside threats. WPA3 includes a new protector to verify authentication and secure your devices’ connections while further protecting your wireless network from attacks.
Manage your network, your way
Whether you need to give a friend quick access, or get the kids to do their homework, the DWR-978 comes with Wi-Fi scheduling - so you’re always in change.
Manage
Find out which devices are connected to your Wi-Fi, create schedules, check login credentials.
Wi-Fi Guest Zone
Set guest logins for when you have visitors and block any devices you don’t know.
WAN connection | |
Ethernet WAN | Yes |
DSL WAN | No |
SIM card slot | Yes |
WAN connection type | RJ-45 |
Wireless LAN features | |
Wi-Fi band | Dual-band (2.4 GHz / 5 GHz) |
Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
WLAN data transfer rate (max) | 1732 |
Wi-Fi standards | 802.11b,802.11g,Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
Network | |
Ethernet LAN | Yes |
Ethernet LAN interface type | Gigabit Ethernet |
Ethernet LAN data rates | 100,1000 |
Mobile network | |
Mobile network generation | 5G |
3G | Yes |
4G | Yes |
5G | Yes |
3G standards | WCDMA |
4G standard | LTE |
SIM card type | NanoSIM |
Ports & interfaces | |
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 4 |
USB port | Yes |
USB 2.0 ports quantity | 1 |
DC-in jack | Yes |
Management features | |
Web-based management | Yes |
Quality of Service (QoS) support | Yes |
WPS push button | Yes |
MU-MIMO technology | Yes |
Security | |
Security algorithms | WPA,WPA2,WPA3 |
Stateful Packet Inspection (SPI) | Yes |
DoS attack prevention | Yes |
MAC address filtering | Yes |
IP address filtering | Yes |
DMZ support | Yes |
Design | |
Product colour | White |
LED indicators | LTE,Power,WAN,WLAN |
On/off switch | Yes |
Product type | Tabletop router |
Antenna | |
Antenna design | Internal & external |
Detachable antenna(s) | Yes |
Features | |
Certification | CE , FCC , PTCRB, EMC, Safety , RoHS |
Power | |
Power source type | DC |
Operational conditions | |
Operating temperature (T-T) | 0 - 40 |
Storage temperature (T-T) | -10 - 70 |
Operating relative humidity (H-H) | 10 - 90 |
Storage relative humidity (H-H) | 5 - 95 |
Weight & dimensions | |
Width | 234.5 |
Depth | 245 |
Height | 55.25 |
Weight | 920 |
Logistics data | |
Harmonized System (HS) code | 85176990 |
Other features | |
Number of users | 128 |
Input current | 4 |
Buykingston order despatch times:
We will despatch your order the very same day if we receive cleared payment by 12:00 pm Mon-Fri.
These delivery estimates apply when you order up to 12:00 pm Mon-Fri (excluding public holidays).
We charge a one off delivery cost as outlined below regardless of how many items you order or the weight of your order.
Estimated delivery times are provided to us by the respective delivery companies. We pass this information onto you, the customer.
Despatch times do not apply to UK public holidays.
Estimated delivery times are taken from the next available working day available for delivery. For example if an order was despatched on a working Wednesday by 3pm, the first available working day for delivery would be Thursday provided you placed your order by 3pm on the Wednesday. If the next available weekday is a UK bank holiday/public holiday then your order will be despatched on the next available working day.
Our warehouse reserves the right to upgrade the delivery method you select on your order.
Our available delivery options*
Contact us for a shipping quote.
*All delivery times are estimated unless stated.
Product Returns Note
Buykingston offers a very flexible and hassle free returns policy. If
for whatever reason you are not happy with the item purchased you can return
it to us within 12months for a refund (for unused and unopened
items) or within 30 days on opened and used items for a refund. This
applies to items purchased direct through Buykingston only.
Our 30 Day Returns Money Back Guarantee Satisfaction
Guarantee:
For items opened and used and that are returned in a resellable
condition.
Our 365 Day Returns Money Back Guarantee Satisfaction
Guarantee:
For items that remain sealed and unused.
Some items are excluded from our moneyback guarantee unless they have developed a fault. These include;
- Headphones
- Earphones
- Custom made and designed products such as flash memory products with
custom logo’s on them. E,g USB flash drives and memory cards with your own
logo
Returns FAQs
What is your returns criteria?
On opened items 30 days from date of receipt or expected date of receipt on
non tracked items.
On unopened items 365 days.
How do i go about returning my order?
Please contact us via our contact page with
your order number where we will present you with an RMA number and returns
label.
Do i need to contact you before returning my order?
Yes, to obtain an RMA number.
Does my item have to include its original packaging?
Yes for items that fall within our 30 day money back guarantee and our 365
day returns. Of course for faulty items we realise you may no longer have
the packaging.
Who deals with the warranty on a faulty item?
We will. In some circumstances we may ask you to contact the manufacturer
direct for assistance.
Please ensure you have read and comply in full with Section 11 & 13 of our terms and conditions which you can read here in full.