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D-Link F518 5G AX1800 Mobile Hotspot
The F518 turns a compatible mobile data service into a portable Wi-Fi connection. It supports up to 16 clients and uses a Nano SIM.
Useful features
At a glance5G and LTE connectivity
5G and LTE connectivity: requires a compatible active mobile-data service.
Dual-band AX1800 Wi-Fi 6
Dual-band AX1800 Wi-Fi 6: supports the 2.4 and 5 GHz wireless rates.
Up to 16 clients
Up to 16 clients: share the available cellular connection.
8,000 mAh battery
8,000 mAh battery: provides the portable power storage.
Up-to-16-hour runtime
Up-to-16-hour runtime: depends on network, clients, settings and battery condition.
Nano SIM slot
Nano SIM slot: accepts the specified 4FF card format.
USB-C PD input/output
USB-C PD input/output: includes the 5 V/3 A input requirement.
Network and battery indicators
Network and battery indicators: provide local status information.
147 × 72 × 15 mm body
147 × 72 × 15 mm body: gives the hotspot dimensions.
Cable and SIM tool included
Cable and SIM tool included: appear with the hotspot and guide in the manual package list.
The useful features
- 5G and LTE connectivity: requires a compatible active mobile-data service.
- Dual-band AX1800 Wi-Fi 6: supports the 2.4 and 5 GHz wireless rates.
- Up to 16 clients: share the available cellular connection.
- 8,000 mAh battery: provides the portable power storage.
- Up-to-16-hour runtime: depends on network, clients, settings and battery condition.
- Nano SIM slot: accepts the specified 4FF card format.
- USB-C PD input/output: includes the 5 V/3 A input requirement.
- Network and battery indicators: provide local status information.
- 147 × 72 × 15 mm body: gives the hotspot dimensions.
- Cable and SIM tool included: appear with the hotspot and guide in the manual package list.
The useful details
Know what
you’re getting.
The F518 turns a compatible mobile data service into a portable Wi-Fi connection. It supports up to 16 clients and uses a Nano SIM. Dual-band Wi-Fi 6 provides connections on 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz, while indicator lights show network, wireless and battery status.
The 8000 mAh battery has a manufacturer claim of up to 16 hours, subject to network conditions, connected devices, content, settings and battery ageing. A compatible activated SIM, data plan and service coverage are required separately. Published cellular and Wi-Fi speeds are theoretical maxima.
The hotspot suits a small group of devices at a temporary workplace or while travelling where the selected carrier provides compatible coverage. All clients share the available cellular connection, so sixteen connections do not imply sixteen independent full-speed links. The manual lists the hotspot, USB-C cable, guide and SIM eject tool; it does not list a mains charger. Turn the unit off before inserting or removing the SIM, and use the rear-label network details for initial setup.
Insert an active compatible Nano SIM, charge the hotspot through USB-C and configure its Wi-Fi settings as directed. It shares mobile data with compatible Wi-Fi clients where network service is available.
A closer look
Specifications.
The details that matter.
Specifications
What’s in the box
One F518 hotspot, one USB Type-C cable, one Quick Installation Guide and one SIM eject tool. The B1 manual lists these four items
Compatibility
Requires a compatible Nano SIM (4FF) and mobile data service. Windows, Macintosh or Linux computer with Wi-Fi interface for web configuration and Edge, Firefox 28+, Safari 6+ or Chrome 28+ as browsers. Frequency bands vary by regional hardware
Use and product notes
Requires a compatible active Nano SIM (4FF) with mobile data service and coverage. Note the Wi-Fi name and password on the rear label, turn the unit off before inserting or removing the SIM, then power it on and connect over Wi-Fi or USB-C to configure. A compatible powered USB port or separate USB-C supply charges the battery; only the USB-C cable is in the manual package.
Use at -10 to 40 °C and 10–95% non-condensing humidity; store at -40 to 70 °C. D-Link warns against water, crushing, puncture, heat, fire and use of a swollen battery. Switch off and unplug before SIM insertion/removal; follow local battery recycling rules.
Up to 16 clients and theoretical maximum speeds do not guarantee simultaneous per-device throughput. Battery runtime is conditional.
A compatible active Nano SIM, mobile data plan and carrier coverage are required separately. The included USB-C cable can connect to a powered USB port. An AC charging adapter is not in the manufacturer manual package list and should be treated as separate.
Separate USB-C wall charger or other compatible powered USB source
274 g, device only; D-Link AU datasheet and B1 manual agree.
147 × 72 × 15 mm (L × W × H), device only; D-Link AU datasheet and B1 manual agree.
USB-C rated input 5 V/3 A; PD 3.0 input/output.