Tenda A6 User manual

Wireless N150 Mini AP/Router

Wireless N150 Mini AP/Router
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Wireless N150 Mini AP/Router
Table of Contents

Wireless N150 Mini AP/Router

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Chapter 1 Product Overview
Thanks for purchasing this A6 Wireless N150 Mini AP/Router
(hereunder referred to as device).
A6 is a typically multi-purpose device that provides 5
working modes: Wireless AP Mode, Wireless Router Mode, WISP
Mode, Client Mode and Universal Repeater Mode, meeting your
diversified needs.
Plus, it can either be powered by an included power adapter
or your PC via an included USB cable.
Super mini design with ultimate powerful functionalities,
fitting diversified wireless applications, and the device is an idea
choice for businessmen and fashion follower.
1.1 Features
Delivers up to 150Mbps wireless data rate.
Provides 5 working modes: wireless AP, wireless router,
WISP, client and Universal repeater modes.
64-/128-bit WEP, WPA and WPA2 secure your wireless
network against unauthorized access.
1 10/100Mbps Ethernet port for Internet/LAN connection.
Can be connected to an XDSL/Cable MODEM; support
Dynamic/Static IP Internet connection.
Local/remote web based management.
Adopts wireless Roaming technology to ensure high

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efficient and reliable wireless connection.
MAC-based access control.
Syslog records device's usage status.
Support automatic or manual select of IEEE802.11 mode
(network mode).
Provides UPnP, DDNS, virtual server and DMZ features.
Disallow/allow specified LAN users to access Internet.
Internal firewall protects against potential attacks from
hackers .
Provides USB or external AC adapter as a power source.
1.2 Package Contents
Please unpack the box and check the following items:
◆A6 Wireless N150 Mini AP/Router
◆Power Adapter
◆USB Cable
◆Quick Installation Guide
◆CD-ROM
If any of the above items are incorrect, missing, or damaged,
please contact your Tenda reseller for immediate replacement.

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1.3 Panel Overview
LED Overview
Status
Description
A blue solid light
Device is starting
A blue blinking light
Device is working normally

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LED/Button Overview
Reset: Reset button. Pressing it for about 7 seconds restores
the device to factory defaults.
Power: Power receptacle for connection to power outlet via
the included power adapter or to one USB port on your
notebook using the included USB cable.
LAN/WAN: LAN/WAN interchangeable port. The port
functions as a WAN port for connection to a DSL MODEM or
other network devices in Wireless Router mode and as a
LAN port for connection to a PC or an Ethernet switch, etc.
in wireless AP, Repeater, Client or WISP mode.

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Chapter 2 Hardware Installation
2.1 Installation
Before you start configuring the device, follow below steps
to install device. For optimum wireless performance, it is
advisable to place the device in the center of the coverage.
2.1.1 Connect the device to a power source
Use the included power adapter or USB cable (with the other
end connected to your notebook) to power the device. (Using a
power adapter with a different voltage rating than the one
included with the device may cause damage to the device.)

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2.1.2 Connect your notebook to the device
2.1.2.1. If you are using a wired adapter, connect your
notebook to the device using an Ethernet cable.
2.1.2.2. If you are using a wireless adapter, follow steps
below to config your adapter:
a. Click “Start”→ ”Control Panel” → “Network and Internet”
→”Network and Internet Sharing Center”→“ Change adapter
settings”. As seen below, Wireless Network Connection displays

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“Not Connected”.
b. Right click Wireless Network Connection and select
“Connect/Disconnect” to display below screen. Click “Refresh” if
you do not find “Tenda_××××××”, where “××××××” represents the
last six characters in device MAC address.

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c. Select “Tenda_××××××”and click “Connect”.
Chapter 3 Working Modes Overview
The device provides 5 working modes and is preset to
wireless AP mode by default. You can select a mode that best fits
yourself and the device delivers corresponding functions
accordingly.
3.1 Wireless AP Mode
In this mode, the device converts the wired signal into
wireless signals, extending existing network coverage. It works as
a central access point for multiple wireless clients (generally,
wireless adapters) concurrently. Simply connect the device to
Internet-enabled broadband at hotel, home or office without
configuration required on the device and multiple users can share
Internet access. Note that you must config same security settings
on your adapter to connect to the device if you encrypt the
device wireless network. This mode is also your best choice if
there is already a wired router on existing network. Simply
connect the device to the wired router using an Ethernet cable
(For details, refer to section 5-1). Refer to below topology for
connecting network devices involved when using this mode.

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3.2 Wireless Router Mode
In this mode，the device works as a wireless NAT router with
DHCP feature. Simply connect the device to a DSL/cable modem,
and a wireless network is created to be shared by multiple
wireless clients.
Refer to below topology for connecting network devices
involved when using this mode.
5-2 For more info, see section 5-2 hereof

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3.3 WISP Mode
In this mode, the device functions as a wireless signal
amplifier, ideal for wifi hot spot access and bridging, and provides
NAT and DHCP server features. You only need to config some
simple settings on the device to wirelessly connect to the other
Internet-enabled wireless device without configuring it, so that
multiple users can share the Internet connection via the device. If
you would like more PCs using wired adapters to share this
connection, then simply connect a switch to the device.
Refer to below topology for deploying network devices
involved when using this mode.
5-2 For more info, see section 5-3 hereof
3.4 Client Mode
In this mode, the device is equivalent to a wireless adapter that
enables a PC without an installed wireless network adapter to
connect to a wireless network for Internet connection. Note that

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the DHCP server is deactivated by default in this mode to avoid
potential collision and the Ethernet port is working as a LAN port
only, so you must config TCP/IP settings manually on your PC to
connect to the device using an Ethernet cable.
It’s best for connecting your multimedia player, IPTV set-top
box or other internet-enabled device to a wireless network.
Refer to below topology for deploying network devices
involved when using this mode.
For details, see section 5-4.
3.5 Universal Repeater Mode
In this mode, the device delivers wireless repeating function
and amplifies wireless signal without changing network topology.
Use this mode to amplify and transmit wireless signal when
sharing wireless Internet connection with your neighbors.
It is best for use with an IPTV set-top box, broadband
satellite receptor or for purpose of extending existing coverage.

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Refer to below topology for deploying network devices
involved when using this mode.
For details, see section 5-5.

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Chapter 4 Login to Web Utility
This chapter presents how to access device Web Utility.
Follow below instructions if you are using Windows 7.
4.1 Using a wired connection
4.1.1 Config TCP/IP settings
If you are connecting to the device via an Ethernet cable, do as
follows to config TCP/IP settings on your PC.
1. Right click “Network” on your desktop and select “Properties”.
2. Click “Change adapter settings”.

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3. Right click “Local Area Connection” and select “Properties”.
4. Select “Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)” on the appearing window
and click the “Properties” button.