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How to Add Any D-Link Devices to Apple HomeKit

James Matthews

James Matthews

3 years of experience in smart home & HomeKit I want to share knowledge with anyone struggling to add incompatible devices to HomeKit. Experienced with many workarounds, write about the best methods.

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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 add Dlink with Apple Home Kit. These solutions are not limited to a Dlink Wifi HomeKit, you can even add a D link Camera with HomeKit.  

Let’s discuss the solutions! 

AddtoHomeKit [Recommended Solution]

AddtoHomeKit, oh how I love this solution. AddtoHomeKit is amazing because it is easy to operate rather than the other solutions. It requires little bit coding knowledge 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! You can also integrate D link Camera to Apple Home Kit with AddtoHomeKit.

Pros and Cons of AddtoHomeKit

Pros

  • App solution
  • Requires low effort
  • Less time-consuming

Cons

  • Must activate an account before getting started
  • Require a little bit of coding knowledge

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

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.

Pros and Cons of ATH Bridge

Pros

  • Affordable
  • Plug and play easy solution
  • Low effort required when setting up
  • Simple and easy intallation

Cons

  • Installation and configuration can be a bit slow (depending on your personal experience)

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 Dlink Camera to Apple Home Kit. 

Pros and Cons of HOOBS

Pros

  • Ease of Use
  • Plug-and-Play
  • Wide Device Compatibility
  • Dedicated Support
  • Provide regular Updates
  • Cross-Platform Integration
  • Local Control
  • Customizable

Cons

  • Cost
  • Limited Flexibility for Advanced Users
  • Dependency on Plugins
  • Performance Limitations
  • Maintenance Required
  • Not Officially Supported by Apple
  • Potential Security Risks

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 connect a DLink Camera to Home Kit. Not just a D-link Camera with Apple Home integration but even a Blink Camera HomeKit integration. To give you a small explanation, HomeBridge is a server built Node.js that allows you to create a DLink Apple Home.

homebridge-screenshot
HomeBridge Screenshot

 Now you can follow the below steps to integrate your D Link to Home Kit using HomeBridge.

Pros and Cons of HomeBridge

Pros

  • Expands HomeKit Compatibility
  • Cost-Effective
  • Customizable
  • Local Control
  • Open-Source Community
  • Cross-Platform Integration

Cons

  • Technical Complexity
  • Time-consuming
  • Reliability Issues
  • No Official Support
  • Hardware Requirements
  • Potential Security Risks
  • Limited Performance for Large Setups

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 D-Link Plugins

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


  3. Configure D-Link Plugins

    4. After add the Dlink 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.

dlink-omna-180-cam
Dlink Omna 180 Cam HD

D link Omna 180 Cam HD is a World's first HomeKit-enabled camera. The Dlink Omna 180 Cam HD also works seamlessly with other Apple HomeKit enabled devices. This Camera provides amazing features: 

  • Get a 180-degree view.
  • High-Definition Quality – 1080p.
  • You can create Scenes and Control.
  • Siri Voice Control.
  • Night Vision.
  • 2-Way Audio- with Built Microphone and Speaker.
  • Motion Detector Alerts.
  • Offers you a MicroSD Slot – 128 GB for Local Storage.
  • Record Clips which you can access on the Omna App.

Specification of D-Link Omna 180

Feature Details
Indoor/outdoor Indoor
Connectivity Wireless
Resolution 3 megapixel
Lens F2.0 Fixed
Infrared-Cut Removable Filter Included
Night vision Included
Night vision range 5 m
2-way audio Included
Built-in Microphone Included
Built-in Speaker Included
External Card Slot MicroSD SDHC SDXC (max 128 GB)
App Support Omna
Features Apple HomeKit
Video Format H.264 MJPEG
Motion Detection Included
Event Recording Included

Pros and Cons of Omna 180 HD Cam

Pros

  • Excellent video quality
  • Wide-angle lens
  • Motion detection can control other devices

Cons

  • Only 720p recording
  • No Android support
  • No IFTTT channel
  1. Install the Apple Home App on your iPhone and open it.
  2. Tap on Get Started and then Allow.
  3. Click on the + icon and Select Add Accessory.
  4. Turn ON your Bluetooth on your iPhone.
  5. Find and Select your D-Link DSH -C310 Camera on the App.
  1. Click on Allow to connect D-Link Camera to Home kit.
  2. Now, Scan the Code printed on the back of the camera.
  3. Type the 8-digit code in the required space.
  4. Wait until your Omna 180 Cam is pairing.
  5. Once it is done, move on to Adjust the Settings.
  6. Select your Location and Tap Next>Done.
  7. On the Apple Home App Dashboard, Select the Favorite Cameras.
  8. Choose your Connect D-Link to HomeKit to stream Live Video.

Unfortunately, The D-Link Smart Plug does not support Apple Home kit. There are two options that you can use to access controls on the Smart Plug. 

  • Connect D-Link Smart Plug to Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant.
  • Get a HomeKit Compatible Smart Plug.

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

Troubleshooting Tips for HomeBridge

  1. Verify Device Compatibility
    • Check Plugin Support: Ensure the D-Link device is supported by a Homebridge plugin. Popular plugins like homebridge-dlink or homebridge-camera-ffmpeg (for cameras) may be required.
    • Firmware Updates: Make sure your D-Link device is running the latest firmware to avoid compatibility issues.

  2. Install the Correct Plugin
    • Search for the appropriate plugin in the Homebridge UI or via npm
    • Double-check the plugin’s documentation for specific configuration requirements for D-Link devices.

  3. Configure the Plugin Correctly
  4. Check Network Connectivity
    • IP Address: Ensure the D-Link device has a static IP address or a reserved IP on your router to prevent it from changing.
    • Ping the Device: Use a tool like ping to confirm the D-Link device is reachable on your network.
    • Firewall/Router Settings: Ensure your router or firewall is not blocking communication between Homebridge and the D-Link device.

  5. Restart Homebridge
    • After making changes to the configuration file or installing a new plugin, restart Homebridge to apply the changes.
    • Use the Homebridge UI or command line to restart:
      • sudo systemctl restart homebridge

  6. Update Homebridge and Plugins
  7. Check HomeKit Integration
    • Re-add Accessory: If the D-Link device is not appearing in the Home app, try removing and re-adding the Homebridge bridge in the Home app.
    • HomeKit Code: Ensure you are using the correct HomeKit setup code from the Homebridge UI.

  8. Use a Compatible Plugin Alternative

    9. If the D-Link plugin is not working, consider using a more generic plugin like homebridge-camera-ffmpeg for cameras or homebridge-http for other devices.


  9. Check for Plugin-Specific Issues
  10. Verify Device Limits
  11. Test on a Different Network
  12. Factory Reset the D-Link Device

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! The steps you need to follow are minimal and require minimal effort compared to other solutions! 

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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