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How to Add Any D-Link devices to Apple HomeKit

James Matthews

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How to Add Any D-Link devices to Apple HomeKit

If you love the D-Link routers get on board cause me too. The only issue I have is that it is not compatible with HomeKit. I wanted to create a Dlink HomeKit integration which is why I did some research. There are a few methods available for DLink HomeKit integration. These solutions are not limited to a Dlink Wifi HomeKit, you can even have a Dlink Camera Apple HomeKit integration.  

Let’s discuss the solutions! 

AddtoHomeKit [Recommended Solution]

AddtoHomeKit, oh how I love this solution. AddtoHomeKit is amazing because it is so easy to operate. It requires low effort and almost no time for you to integrate any smart device with apple homekit.  Yes, any device! Moreover, you only need to make a one-time payment for a lifetime service and have access to unlimited smart home ecosystems! They have updated their services and now offer installation support, making things even easier. Enjoy the low time, low effort premium services.

Step-by-Step Guide for AddtoHomeKit

  1. Visit the AddtoHomeKit Website
  2. Select the D-Link Ecosystem
  3. Choose your preferred Solution
  4. Choose your preferred Operating System
  5. Choose your preferred plugin
  6. Install the plugin
  7. Follow on-screen instructions

Also you can integrate UniFi HomeKit using AddtoHomeKit.

ATH Bridge

This is a great option for you if you are looking for a device solution. So, ATH Bridge or the AddtoHomeKit Bridge pre-configured HomeBridge server, all you need to do is download the necessary plugins and configure them and you are good to go! I love that this option is cost-effective and is a very easy method of adding any device to HomeKit. I used ATH Bridge to add HikVision devices to HomeKit, add Schlage devices to HomeKit and it was very easy to do so.  

HOOBS Solution

HOOBS or HomeBridge Out of the Box is an updated version of HomeBridge. It is a user-friendly compatible platform. You would need a little coding knowledge to operate this. It is probably one of the most popular methods used. You can connect your devices to Apple HomeKit. 

Step-by-Step Guide for HOOBS

  1. Prepare your Network:

    2. Make sure you have a stable WiFi network available, both your iOS device and HOOBS to the same wi-fi network.


  2. Visit the HOOBS website:

    3. You must flash the HOOBS image onto a microSD card using appropriate software (eg: BalenaEtcher or Raspberry Pi Image). Now, insert the microSD into the Raspberry Pi. Acquire and install HOOBS.


  3. Boot up HOOBS:

    4. After the installation of HOOBS. Connect your Raspberry Pi to power and wait for HOOBS to boot up. HOOBS will appear as a Wi-Fi network namely “hoobs.local”, connect your device to this network.


  4. Access HOOBS Dashboard:

    5. Visit http://hoobs.local. And follow the on-screen instructions to complete the initial setup of HOOBS. You would most likely need to set up your admin account and connect HOOBS to your Wi-Fi network.


  5. Access HOOBS Configuration:

    6. After completing the setup, you will be directed to the HOOBS dashboard where you can manage plugins and configure devices.


  6. Install D-Link Plugin:

    7. In the HOOBS dashboard, click on “Plugins” in the sidebar. Search for “DLink” in the Plugins Marketplace. Click “Install”.


  7. Configure the D-Link Plugin.
  8. Add DLink Devices to HomeKit.

You can add Abode devices to HomeKit, add Aqara devices to HomeKit using HOOBS.

HomeBridge Solution

HomeBridge is another amazing solution to create a DLink Homekit integration. Not just a Dlink Apple HomeKit integration but even a Blink Camera HomeKit integration or simply a Blink HomeKit integration. To give you a small explanation, HomeBridge is a server built Node.js that allows you to have a DLink Homekit integration. 

Step-by-Step Guide to HomeBridge

  1. Install HomeBridge

    2. Start by setting up HomeBridge on a Raspberry Pi (or any compatible platform).


  2. Install Plugins

    3. Locate the HomeBridge plugins that are compatible with DLink devices. (you can find HomeBridge plugins through AddtoHomeKit).


  3. Configure Plugins

    4. After the Dlink HomeKit plugins are installed, configure it by editing the HomeBridge config.json file. Add a new platform entry for the D’link plugin and input your D’link login details as displayed below: 

    
{ 
    "name": "DLink", 
    "username": "your-dlink-email", 
    "password": "your-dlink-password", 
    "platform": "DLink" 
}

  4. Restart HomeBridge

    5. Restart the HomeBridge after the plugin configuration to app the changes.


  5. Pair with HomeKit

    6. Open the Home App on your device. You would be able to locate the DLink devices you have configured with the HomeBridge plugin. Now you will be able to add any D’link device to the Apple HomeKit setup and control them through the Home app or via Siri.

  • Easy Automation - D’link devices like cameras, sensors and smart plugs can be effortlessly controlled alongside other Apple HomeKit integrated products with HomeKit. Allowing you to create a unified ecosystem for automating tasks like turning on lights when motion is detected.
  • Enhanced Privacy - HomeKit’s strict privacy measures ensure that your data is secure. As the DLink devices are integrated to HomeKit your smart home remains protected with Apple’s privacy policies and encryption.
  • Voice Control with Siri - Control your D’link devices with a simple voice command via Siri. It makes your everyday tasks so much easier!
  • Remote Access - Allows you to control your devices from wherever you are.

D-Link announced Apple HomeKit which gives Apple users like myself  (add most probably you) the ability to control the HomeKit enabled devices through the Home app on iOS, iPadOS and macOS. Most importantly it allows you to have voice control through Siri.  Just like Eero HomeKit, D-Link also announced two HomeKit compatible devices.

D-Link announced Matter compatibility on their AQUILA PRO AI Series however according to their website it is yet to be released.

They have announced two devices to have Matter compliance, but they are yet to be released! Look forward to the release! 

  1. D-Link AQUILA PRO AI Wi-Fi 6 Smart Mesh Router System MS30

These are some of the first Matter compatible products D-Link released. It is a part of a Series, the AQUILA PRO AI series. This router in particular is ideal for anyone who is interested in streaming and managing a lot of smart home devices.

Feature Details
Product Type Wi-Fi 6 Smart Mesh Router
Model MS30
Bands/ Speed (mbps) Dual/ 3000
Ethernet Ports 1x1 Gbps WAN
4x1 Gbps LAN
Antenna 5
Channel Size 20, 40, 80, 80+80, 160MHz
Google Assistant/ Alexa Yes
Mobile App AQUILA PRO AI
Matter Compatible Yes
  1. D-Link AQUILA PRO AI Wi-Fi 6 Smart Home Gateway MS60

As I mentioned above, these are some of their first Matter devices and this too is a part of the AQUILA PRO AI range. From the entire series, these are the only two Matter compatible devices which is yet to be released. This Smart Home Gateway is ideal for anyone who engages in a lot of online activities and also an essential for smart home management.

Feature Details
Product Type Wi-Fi 6 Smart Home Gateway
Model MS60
Bands/ Speed (mbps) Dual/ 6000
Ethernet Ports 1x2.5 Gbps WAN
4x1 Gbps LAN
Antenna 8
Channel Size 20, 40, 80, 80+80, 160MHz
Google Assistant/ Alexa Yes
Mobile App AQUILA PRO AI
Matter Compatible Yes

Editor's Pick

My pick would be to go with AddtoHomeKit because it is the easiest option. I love the user-friendliness of the interface. AddtoHomeKit provides a lifetime premium service for just a one-time purchase. They provide thousands of HomeBridge plugins and with their new update, you can even ask for installation support! The steps you need to follow are minimal and require minimal effort! 

FAQs


To connect D-Link to the iPhone, go to to Settings>>Open Wi-Fi Settings>>Select preferred Wireless Network>>Enter Password>>Tap Join.

Mydlink supports WindowsOS and MacOs. However, Microsoft Edge is not supported. It is advisable to use IE 11, Chrome or Firefox.

The D-Link camera supports up to 10 viewers or users simultaneously, both local and remote PCs/devices included. However, only 3 Live View viewers will have access remotely, if the camera is not connected to a router that doesn’t support UPnP.

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