{"product_id":"d-link-dsr-1000ac-wireless-ac-service-router-dual-band-gigabit-vpn","title":"D-Link DSR-1000AC Wireless AC Service Router — Dual-Band Gigabit VPN Business Router","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eD-Link DSR-1000AC\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong\u003eWireless AC Service Router\u003c\/strong\u003e purpose-built for SME offices, enterprise branch deployments, and ISP NOC facilities requiring carrier-grade routing, dual-WAN failover, built-in dual-band AC WiFi, and comprehensive VPN server capability in a single rack-mountable unit. With simultaneous 2.4GHz and 5GHz 802.11ac WiFi, dual Gigabit WAN ports, four Gigabit LAN ports, SSL and IPSec VPN servers, a built-in firewall, and an integrated USB port for 3G\/4G modem failover, the DSR-1000AC is the most capable business router in the NetEdge Supplies lineup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor ISPs, corporate offices, hotels, schools, and enterprise deployments across Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, and the wider East Africa region — where reliable multi-WAN internet, secure remote access, and professional-grade traffic management are non-negotiable — the DSR-1000AC delivers enterprise routing features at a fraction of the cost of comparable Cisco or Juniper solutions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e DSR-1000AC\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWiFi Standard:\u003c\/strong\u003e IEEE 802.11ac\/n\/a (5GHz) + IEEE 802.11n\/g\/b (2.4GHz) — simultaneous dual-band\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWiFi Speeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1300Mbps (5GHz 802.11ac) + 450Mbps (2.4GHz 802.11n) = AC1750 combined\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAntennas:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3x detachable external antennas\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWAN Ports:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2x Gigabit WAN (10\/100\/1000Mbps) — dual-WAN load balancing and failover\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLAN Ports:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4x Gigabit LAN (10\/100\/1000Mbps)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSB Ports:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2x USB 2.0 — 3G\/4G modem failover + storage sharing\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConsole Port:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1x RJ45 console for out-of-band management\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVPN:\u003c\/strong\u003e SSL VPN (64 tunnels), IPSec VPN (35 tunnels), PPTP\/L2TP VPN server\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFirewall:\u003c\/strong\u003e SPI firewall, DoS protection, IP\/MAC\/URL filtering, content filtering, application layer gateway\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRouting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Static routing, RIP v1\/v2, OSPF, policy-based routing, load balancing\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWAN Types:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dynamic IP, Static IP, PPPoE, PPTP, L2TP\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dual-WAN failover, load balancing, QoS, VLAN (802.1Q), bandwidth management, IPv6, SNMP, syslog, guest WiFi\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eForm Factor:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1U rack-mountable (rack ears included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100–240V AC, 50\/60Hz (universal)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy the DSR-1000AC for ISP and Enterprise Deployments in Uganda?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual Gigabit WAN with automatic failover:\u003c\/strong\u003e Connect two separate ISP uplinks simultaneously — for example MTN Fiber and Airtel Fiber, or a fibre primary and a 4G LTE backup via the USB modem port. The DSR-1000AC automatically fails over to the secondary WAN when the primary goes down, with zero manual intervention required. This makes it ideal for ISP NOC facilities, corporate offices, and hospitality venues in Uganda where internet uptime is business-critical.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual-WAN load balancing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Distribute outbound traffic across both WAN connections simultaneously using policy-based or session-based load balancing — effectively doubling available WAN bandwidth for high-traffic environments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnterprise VPN server:\u003c\/strong\u003e Built-in SSL VPN (64 tunnels) and IPSec VPN (35 tunnels) enable secure remote access for distributed teams, branch offices, and remote IT management across Uganda and East Africa without additional VPN appliance hardware.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt-in dual-band AC WiFi:\u003c\/strong\u003e AC1750 dual-band WiFi eliminates the need for a separate wireless AP in most SME office deployments — the DSR-1000AC routes, firewalls, VPNs, and broadcasts WiFi from a single 1U rack unit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3G\/4G USB modem tertiary WAN:\u003c\/strong\u003e The dual USB ports support 3G\/4G USB modems as a tertiary WAN failover — combined with the two Gigabit WAN ports, the DSR-1000AC supports triple-WAN redundancy for mission-critical deployments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVLAN and QoS:\u003c\/strong\u003e 802.1Q VLAN segmentation separates guest WiFi, management, and data traffic — essential for ISP NOC facilities and multi-tenant office buildings. QoS prioritises VoIP, video conferencing, and mission-critical applications over bulk traffic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRack-mountable 1U form factor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ships with rack ears for 19-inch rack installation — fits cleanly into server rooms, network cabinets, and ISP distribution racks alongside your \u003ca href=\"\/products\/mikrotik-hex-s-rb760igs-gigabit-router-sfp-poe\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eMikroTik aggregation routers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConsole port:\u003c\/strong\u003e RJ45 console port for out-of-band serial management — essential for remote recovery when the network is unreachable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eISP and Enterprise Deployment Scenarios\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eISP NOC and head office:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deploy the DSR-1000AC as the core internet gateway at your NOC with dual-WAN failover between two ISP uplinks, VPN access for remote engineers, VLAN separation of management and subscriber traffic, and built-in AC WiFi for the NOC team. Your \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/site-0c76re7df.godaddysites.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eISP billing system\u003c\/a\u003e management interface stays online even when one WAN link fails.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCorporate office gateway:\u003c\/strong\u003e Replace aging single-WAN routers with the DSR-1000AC for multi-WAN redundancy, SSL VPN remote access for staff, guest WiFi isolation via VLAN, and integrated AC1750 WiFi coverage — all from one rack unit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHotel and hospitality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dual-WAN load balancing maximises available bandwidth for guests, while VLAN separation isolates guest WiFi from management networks. The built-in content filtering and application control provide compliance and network management capability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSchool and university campus:\u003c\/strong\u003e SSL VPN enables secure remote access for faculty and administrators, while QoS prioritises educational applications over social media. Guest WiFi on a separate VLAN serves students without exposing administrative systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eISP distribution aggregation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use downstream of your fibre ONT or microwave backhaul as the aggregation point for multi-tenant building deployments — connect to your \u003ca href=\"\/products\/mikrotik-hex-s-rb760igs-gigabit-router-sfp-poe\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eMikroTik hEX S\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/mikrotik-hex-rb750gr3-5port-gigabit-router\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ehEX RB750Gr3\u003c\/a\u003e subscriber distribution routers via the LAN ports.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eISP Billing System Integration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DSR-1000AC operates as the core WAN gateway in your ISP infrastructure, providing dual-WAN redundancy that keeps your \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/site-0c76re7df.godaddysites.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eISP billing system\u003c\/a\u003e RouterOS API calls and subscriber management traffic online continuously. Downstream MikroTik routers handle per-subscriber bandwidth queuing and billing integration, while the DSR-1000AC provides enterprise-grade WAN management, firewall policy enforcement, and VPN access for your NOC team — all from a single rack-mount unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRecommended Companion Products\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/mikrotik-hex-s-rb760igs-gigabit-router-sfp-poe\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eMikroTik hEX S RB760iGS\u003c\/a\u003e — Downstream subscriber aggregation router with RouterOS billing API integration and SFP fibre uplink\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/mikrotik-hex-rb750gr3-5port-gigabit-router\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eMikroTik hEX RB750Gr3\u003c\/a\u003e — Zone distribution router downstream of DSR-1000AC for per-subscriber bandwidth management\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/d-link-dgs-105-5-port-gigabit-switch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eD-Link DGS-105 5-Port Gigabit Switch\u003c\/a\u003e — Expand LAN ports downstream of the DSR-1000AC for larger office deployments\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/mikrotik-hap-routerboard-5port-wifi-router-poe\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eMikroTik hAP RouterBOARD with PoE\u003c\/a\u003e — Additional WiFi access point for extended campus or multi-floor coverage\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/cat6-ethernet-cable-1000mbps-high-speed-lan-network-cable\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eCat6 Ethernet Cable\u003c\/a\u003e — Gigabit wiring between DSR-1000AC WAN\/LAN ports, ONT, and downstream switches\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/4g-lte-usb-wifi-modem-dongle-portable-wireless-hotspot\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e4G LTE USB Modem Dongle\u003c\/a\u003e — Plug into DSR-1000AC USB port for tertiary 4G LTE WAN failover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/FAQPage\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eWhat is the D-Link DSR-1000AC used for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n      \u003cp itemprop=\"text\"\u003eThe D-Link DSR-1000AC is a Wireless AC Service Router designed for SME offices, enterprise branch deployments, ISP NOC facilities, hotels, schools, and multi-tenant buildings requiring dual-WAN failover, load balancing, SSL\/IPSec VPN, built-in AC1750 dual-band WiFi, and enterprise firewall features from a single 1U rack-mountable unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eDoes the D-Link DSR-1000AC support dual-WAN failover?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n      \u003cp itemprop=\"text\"\u003eYes. The DSR-1000AC has two Gigabit WAN ports that support automatic failover and load balancing. Connect two separate ISP uplinks — such as a fibre primary and a 4G LTE backup — and the DSR-1000AC automatically switches to the backup WAN when the primary fails, maintaining continuous internet connectivity for your office or NOC. A third WAN via USB modem is also supported.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eHow many VPN tunnels does the DSR-1000AC support?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n      \u003cp itemprop=\"text\"\u003eThe D-Link DSR-1000AC supports up to 64 simultaneous SSL VPN tunnels and 35 simultaneous IPSec VPN tunnels, plus PPTP and L2TP VPN server functionality. This makes it suitable for medium-to-large business deployments requiring secure remote access for multiple simultaneous remote workers or branch office connections across Uganda and East Africa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eCan the DSR-1000AC be rack-mounted?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n      \u003cp itemprop=\"text\"\u003eYes. The D-Link DSR-1000AC is a 1U rack-mountable device that ships with rack ears for installation in standard 19-inch server racks and network cabinets. It fits cleanly into ISP distribution racks, server rooms, and IT equipment cabinets alongside other rack-mount networking equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eHow does the DSR-1000AC compare to a MikroTik router for ISP use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n      \u003cp itemprop=\"text\"\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/products\/mikrotik-hex-s-rb760igs-gigabit-router-sfp-poe\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eMikroTik hEX S\u003c\/a\u003e provides deep RouterOS scripting, API-based ISP billing integration, and SFP fibre uplink — ideal for per-subscriber bandwidth management and billing automation. The DSR-1000AC provides enterprise features like SSL VPN (64 tunnels), dual-WAN load balancing, built-in AC1750 WiFi, and a rack-mount form factor — ideal as the core WAN gateway upstream of MikroTik subscriber distribution infrastructure. In a well-designed ISP network, both devices are used together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eWhere can I buy the D-Link DSR-1000AC in Uganda?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n      \u003cp itemprop=\"text\"\u003eNetEdge Supplies stocks the D-Link DSR-1000AC Wireless AC Service Router in Uganda with delivery across East Africa. Browse our full range of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/mikrotik-routers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ebusiness routers and ISP networking equipment\u003c\/a\u003e and order online. Contact us for bulk enterprise and ISP procurement orders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"D-Link","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67701847982402,"sku":"DLK-DSR-1000AC-VPN","price":1200000.0,"currency_code":"UGX","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1039\/1778\/1314\/files\/RouterwirelessD-Link.jpg?v=1791625890","url":"https:\/\/etedgesupplies.myshopify.com\/products\/d-link-dsr-1000ac-wireless-ac-service-router-dual-band-gigabit-vpn","provider":"NetEdge Supplies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}