D-Link DWR-111 is now in stock at Mascom International for KSh 4,000, brand new and sealed. It is a compact Wireless N150 router with one USB port for a mobile broadband modem and one Fast Ethernet WAN port. The D-Link DWR-111 broadcasts a 2.4GHz Wi-Fi network at up to 150Mbps, so phones and laptops share one internet source instead of each burning a separate bundle. If the cable line drops, a connected modem can take over automatically. Pick one up at Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD, or order it for countrywide delivery.
Built for small spaces with modest internet needs, the D-Link DWR-111 suits a bedsitter, a hostel room near Kenyatta University or JKUAT, a phone-repair kiosk, or a construction site office with no fixed line. The problem is familiar: four people, four data bundles, and money leaking every week. One router and one shared connection fix that. Plug in a compatible USB modem or an Ethernet cable from your building's internet provider, and everyone joins the same network. A small shop running Lipa na M-Pesa can keep email orders and WhatsApp catalogues flowing through the D-Link DWR-111 from a single line.
Where most Nairobi electronics shops hand over a router without explaining its limits, Mascom International tells you plainly where the D-Link DWR-111 stops. Its single-stream N150 radio suits browsing, WhatsApp calls, email and one HD video stream, not a house full of people streaming at once. Buyers across Kenya tell us the D-Link DWR-111 earns its place because it is simple, cheap to run and small enough to tuck onto a shelf. Bring your modem to our Kimathi Street store to test compatibility, or order by phone for pay-on-arrival delivery.
Common Questions About the D-Link DWR-111
What exactly is the D-Link DWR-111, and what does it do?
The D-Link DWR-111 is a small Wireless N150 router that turns one internet connection into a shared Wi-Fi network. It takes internet from two places: an Ethernet cable in its WAN port, or a supported USB mobile broadband modem in its USB 2.0 port. It then broadcasts a 2.4GHz network at up to 150Mbps for phones, laptops and smart TVs. A single LAN port also serves one wired desktop or printer. Mascom International sells it brand new in Nairobi CBD for home, hostel and small-office use.
Can the D-Link DWR-111 share a Safaricom or Airtel USB modem over Wi-Fi?
Yes, the D-Link DWR-111 can share a USB modem over Wi-Fi, provided D-Link supports that modem model. D-Link built the USB port around 3G standards such as HSPA+, so many 3G dongles work, while some newer 4G-only models may not be recognised. Support depends on the dongle model and its firmware rather than the network itself. Before paying, bring your Safaricom or Airtel dongle to Mascom International on Kimathi Street and we will test it on the unit. If it fails, we will point you to an option that works.
How many people can stream on the D-Link DWR-111 at the same time?
The D-Link DWR-111 comfortably serves a small household: a few phones browsing, WhatsApp video calls, and one HD stream at a time. Its N150 rating means a single wireless stream on the crowded 2.4GHz band, and real speeds fall well below 150Mbps once walls and neighbouring networks interfere. Two or three people streaming Netflix or YouTube at once will see buffering. For a larger family, a shared flat of heavy streamers, or a busy office, a dual-band router with a faster rating is the honest recommendation.
D-Link DWR-111 vs TP-Link TL-WR840N: which is better for a small shop?
Choose the D-Link DWR-111 if your shop runs on a USB modem or needs backup internet; choose the TP-Link TL-WR840N if you have a steady cable line and want more wireless speed. The TL-WR840N carries an N300 rating and four LAN ports but no USB modem port. The D-Link DWR-111 has one LAN port, yet it can fail over to a mobile modem when the cable line drops. For a shop whose card machine or order inbox must stay online, that fallback often matters more than raw speed.
Does the D-Link DWR-111 keep working during KPLC power cuts?
The D-Link DWR-111 switches off when mains power goes off, but its low 5V DC input makes it easy to keep running. A compact mini-UPS built for routers, with a matching 5V output and connector, can carry it through an outage, with runtime set by the UPS capacity. Pair the router with a USB modem and a mini-UPS, and a shop or site office stays online even while the building's fibre equipment is dark. Ask Mascom International to confirm connector fit before you buy a backup unit.
Can I use the D-Link DWR-111 with a fibre or cable internet line?
Yes, the D-Link DWR-111 works with any wired internet source that hands over a connection through an Ethernet cable. That includes the cable a building's shared internet provider runs to your room, or the fibre box installed by providers such as Zuku, Faiba or Safaricom Home Fibre. Its WAN and LAN ports are 10/100 Fast Ethernet, so wired speed tops out at 100Mbps. That covers most small-business and home plans, but a faster fibre package would be held back. In that case, keep your provider's router.
Who should buy the D-Link DWR-111, and who should skip it?
Buy the D-Link DWR-111 if you need one inexpensive Wi-Fi network for a bedsitter, hostel room, kiosk or site office, especially one running on a USB modem. Skip it if you need several wired devices, heavy streaming, or a network for more than a handful of users. For extra cable points, add the D-Link DES-1005C 5-port switch at KSh 2,100. A desktop PC with no Wi-Fi can join through the D-Link DWA-125 USB adapter at KSh 3,000. Offices wiring CCTV cameras need a PoE switch instead.
How do I set up the D-Link DWR-111 without a technician?
Setting up the D-Link DWR-111 needs only a phone or laptop and a web browser, with no technician involved. Connect power, then plug in your Ethernet cable or USB modem. Join the router over its LAN port or default Wi-Fi network, and open the setup address shown in the quick installation guide. Choose your internet type, enter the modem's access details if asked, then change the network name and set a strong WPA2 password. Mascom International staff can walk you through each step on WhatsApp.
Technical Specifications
Wireless Performance and Coverage
- Wireless N150 rating gives up to 150Mbps between router and device, enough for browsing, WhatsApp calls and one HD stream.
- Operates on the 2.4GHz band, which passes through walls better than 5GHz but shares airtime with neighbouring networks.
- Backward compatible with 802.11b and 802.11g, so older laptops, tablets and Wi-Fi feature phones still connect without adapters.
- Single-stream radio suits one room, a small flat or a shop floor rather than a multi-storey house with thick concrete walls.
- One network name and password serve every device, so staff and visitors join once instead of passing around hotspot passwords.
- Place the router centrally and high, away from microwaves and metal cabinets, to stretch coverage across a small space.
Mobile Broadband and Automatic Failover
- USB 2.0 port accepts supported mobile broadband modems, turning one data bundle into Wi-Fi for every nearby device.
- Listed modem standards cover HSPA+, HSUPA, HSDPA, UMTS, EV-DO and CDMA, the 3G technologies most USB dongles were built around.
- 3G WAN failover switches to the USB modem automatically when the Ethernet line drops, keeping orders and emails moving.
- Modem support depends on the exact dongle model and firmware, so test yours in store before relying on it daily.
- Some newer 4G-only dongles may not be recognised; a dedicated 4G router or pocket MiFi suits those modems better.
- Every device on the Wi-Fi draws from the same modem bundle, so heavy users drain shared data faster than expected.
Ports and Wired Connections
- One 10/100 Fast Ethernet WAN port takes internet from a fibre terminal, cable modem or building network cable.
- One 10/100 Fast Ethernet LAN port connects a desktop PC, network printer or smart TV by cable for a steadier link.
- Fast Ethernet caps wired transfers at 100Mbps, ample for most home plans but a ceiling for faster fibre packages.
- Need more wired points? A D-Link DES-1005C or DES-1008C switch on the LAN port adds them at low cost.
- D-Link specifies the USB port for mobile modems, so do not plan on it for printer or flash drive sharing.
- A single LAN port keeps the body compact, since most households connect everything else over Wi-Fi anyway.
Security, Traffic Control and VPN Support
- WPA2 encryption scrambles Wi-Fi traffic, so neighbours and passers-by cannot read your data or ride on your bundle.
- WPA and WEP remain available for older gadgets, though WPA2 should stay the default for every modern phone and laptop.
- Wi-Fi Protected Setup supports push-button and PIN pairing, connecting compatible phones and printers without typing long passwords.
- Network Address Translation hides every connected device behind one public address, blocking unsolicited connections from the internet.
- Stateful Packet Inspection firewall checks incoming traffic against active sessions and rejects unexpected packets before they reach devices.
- Quality of Service settings prioritise time-sensitive traffic, helping voice and video calls stay clear while downloads run.
- L2TP, PPTP and IPsec VPN passthrough lets staff reach a company network securely from the router's Wi-Fi.
Build, Power and Operating Conditions
- Measures 110 x 37 x 98 mm, small enough for a bookshelf, shop counter or corner of a site container desk.
- Weighs 240 grams, so it moves easily between a hostel room, home and weekend office without special packing.
- Runs on 5V DC power, a low-voltage input that suits compact router mini-UPS units with a matching connector.
- Rated for operation from 0 to 40°C, covering normal indoor conditions when kept away from direct sun and hot roofs.
- Carries CE and Wi-Fi Certified marks, confirming the radio meets recognised safety and interoperability standards.
- External power adapter keeps heat away from the router body, helping it run cooler inside enclosed shop cabinets.
Package Contents
The D-Link DWR-111 arrives in D-Link's retail box with what you need to get a small network running on day one:
- D-Link DWR-111 Wireless N150 router
- 5V DC power adapter
- Ethernet cable
- Quick installation guide
The USB modem and data bundle are sold separately, since most buyers already own a dongle. Mascom International checks the factory seal with you at collection or on delivery, so the unit you receive has never been opened or configured by anyone else.
Warranty
The D-Link DWR-111 carries a 12-month Mascom International warranty on manufacturing defects. If the router fails under normal use within that period, bring or send it to our Nairobi CBD service desk with your receipt, and we handle the assessment and replacement. Physical damage and liquid damage fall outside this cover.
Buying the D-Link DWR-111 from Mascom International
Mascom International keeps the D-Link DWR-111 on the shelf at Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD, in D-Link's standard factory finish. Walk in Monday through Saturday between 9:00 AM and 7:00 PM with your USB modem, and we will confirm it works before you pay.
Three ways to order:
- Call/WhatsApp +254 708 852 521
- Email info@mascomintl.com
- Order through www.mascomintl.com
Pay-on-arrival delivery reaches every one of Kenya's 47 counties. Nairobi and its environs receive the D-Link DWR-111 the same day. Nakuru, Eldoret, Kisumu, Mombasa and every other major town receive it within 1 business day. Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Lamu, Tana River, and Turkana receive delivery within 2-3 business days. You check the sealed box first and pay only when it is in your hands.
The router comes with the 12-month warranty stated above.
Mascom International serves hostels, households and small businesses nationwide with plain answers about what a product can and cannot do. Our Kimathi Street team also stays on WhatsApp for setup help long after the sale.
