Tenda AC1200 User manual

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Preface
Thank you choosing Tenda! Please read this user guide before you start! This user
guide instructs you to install and configure the router.
This user guide uses the following formats to highlight
special messages:
Note: This format is used to highlight information of importance or special
interest. Ignoring this type of note may result in ineffective configurations, loss of
data or damage to device.
Tip: This format is used to highlight a procedure that will save time or
resources.
Knowledge Center: Description of fields on the device GUI.
Technical Support
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Website: http://www.tendacn.com

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Table of Contents
Copyright Statement ........................................................................................... II
Disclaimer of Warranties..................................................................................... II
I Product Overview ...............................................................................................1
1 Package Contents ..............................................................................................1
2 Getting to know your router...............................................................................1
LEDs on Front Panel .........................................................................................1
Buttons & Interfaces on Back Panel ...................................................................2
Label ................................................................................................................3
3 Position Your Router .........................................................................................3
II Quick Internet Setup .........................................................................................5
1 Getting Prepared ...............................................................................................5
2 Hardware Install ...............................................................................................5
3. Internet Setup ..................................................................................................7
Configure PC ....................................................................................................7
Configure Router ..............................................................................................7
4 Verify Internet Connectivity ............................................................................11
5 Join Your Wireless Network .............................................................................13
Join Your Wireless Network - Windows 7 .........................................................14
Join Your Wireless Network - Windows XP.......................................................17
III Features & Configurations.............................................................................20
1 Status .............................................................................................................20
1.1 System Status ............................................................................................20
1.2 WAN Status ...............................................................................................21
1.3 LAN Status ...............................................................................................22
1.4 Wireless Status ..........................................................................................22
1.5 Connection Status ......................................................................................23
2 Network..........................................................................................................23
2.1. LAN Settings ...........................................................................................23
2.2. WAN Settings ...........................................................................................24
2.3 Port Mode .................................................................................................29
2.4 MAC Clone ...............................................................................................30
2.5. DHCP ......................................................................................................31
2.6 DHCP Client List ......................................................................................32
2.7 Static Assignment ......................................................................................33
2.8 DHCP Server - Guest Network ...................................................................34
3 Wireless Settings ............................................................................................36
3.1 Wireless-Basic ..........................................................................................36
3.2 Guest Network ..........................................................................................37

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3.3 Security ....................................................................................................39
3.4 Advanced ..................................................................................................40
3.6 Wireless Extender ......................................................................................42
3.5 Access Control ..........................................................................................72
3.7 WPS Setup ................................................................................................76
3.8 Connection Status......................................................................................79
4 Advanced Applications ....................................................................................80
4.1 Bandwidth Control ....................................................................................80
4.3 DDNS .......................................................................................................82
4.1 Virtual Server............................................................................................85
4.2 DMZ Host .................................................................................................88
4.4 UPnP ........................................................................................................89
4.6 Route Table ...............................................................................................90
4.5 Static Route ..............................................................................................90
5 Security ..........................................................................................................95
5.1 MAC Filter................................................................................................95
5.2 Client Filter ..............................................................................................97
5.3 URL Filter ................................................................................................99
5.4 Remote Web Management ........................................................................101
6 Tools ............................................................................................................102
6.1 Logs .......................................................................................................102
6.2 Traffic Statistics ......................................................................................103
6.3 Time .......................................................................................................105
6.4 Change Password.....................................................................................106
6.5 Backup....................................................................................................107
6.6 Restore ...................................................................................................109
6.7 Firmware Update ..................................................................................... 110
6.9 Reboot .................................................................................................... 113
Appendix 1 Configure PC TCP/IP Settings ........................................................ 115
Windows 7....................................................................................................... 115
Windows XP ....................................................................................................121
Appendix 2 Join Your Wireless Network ...........................................................125
Join Your Wireless Network - Windows 7 ..........................................................125
Appendix 3 Factory Default Settings ................................................................. 130
Appendix 4 FAQs...............................................................................................132
Appendix 5 Remove Wireless Network from Your PC .....................................134
Windows 7.......................................................................................................134
Windows XP ....................................................................................................135
Appendix 6 Safety and Emission Statement .......................................................138

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I Product Overview
1 Package Contents
Unpack the package. Your box should contain the following items:
If any of the parts are incorrect, missing, or damaged, con tact your Tenda dealer. Keep the
carton, including the original packing materials, in case you need to return the product for
repair.
2 Getting to know your router
LEDs on Front Panel

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LED
Status
Description
PWR
Solid
Indicates a proper connection to the power supply
Off
Power is not supplied to the router. Please check the power
connection between the power outlet and router.
SYS
Blinking
System is functioning correctly.
Solid/Off
The unit is malfunctioning.
WPS
Solid
WPS is enabled
Blinking
Device is performing WPS authentication on a client
device.
Off
WPS function is disabled or WPS authentication
negotiation is completed
WAN
Solid
WAN port connected correctly
Blinking
WAN port is transferring data
Off
No link is detected on this port.
LAN
（1/2/3）
Solid
LAN port connected correctly
Blinking
LAN port is transferring data
Off
No link is detected on this port.
2.4GHz
Solid
2.4G wireless radio is on
Blinking
Data being transferred over 2.4G wireless network
Off
2.4G wireless radio is off
5GHz
Solid
5G wireless radio is on
Blinking
Data being transferred over 5G wireless network
Off
5G wireless radio is off
Buttons & Interfaces on Back Panel

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1→LAN (1/2/3): The local (LAN) Ethernet ports are for cabling the device to local
computers, switches, etc.
2→WAN: The Internet (WAN) Ethernet port is for cabling the router to a cable or
DSL modem.
3→PWR: The power port for connecting the router to power outlet.
4→WiFi: Wireless radio ON/OFF button. Pressing the WiFi On/Off button turns
the wireless radios on and off.
5→WPS/RST: Pressing it for over 7 seconds restores the device to factory default settings.
For device's factory default settings, see Appendix 3 Factory Default Settings.
Pressing it for about 1 second enables WPS-PBC and the WPS LED blinks. You can use this
button to use WPS to add a wireless device or computer to your wireless network.
Label
1→Default Login IP address. This IP address is to be used to access the router ’s
settings through a web browser. If you change it, you have to open a new
connection to the new IP address and log in again.
2→MAC address.
3→WPS pin code.
3 Position Your Router
The operating distance or range of your wireless connection can vary significantly depending
on the physical placement of your router. For best performance, place your router:
Near the center of the area where your computers, smart phones and other
devices operate, and preferably within line of sight to your wireless devices.

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In an elevated location such as a high shelf, keeping the number of walls
and ceilings between the router and your other devices such as computers and
smart phones to a minimum.
Away from electrical devices that are potential sources of interference, such as
ceiling fans, home security systems, microwaves or PCs.
Away from any large metal surfaces, such as a solid metal door or
aluminum studs.
Away from other materials such as glass, insulated walls, fish tanks,
mirrors, brick, and concrete that can also affect your wireless signal.

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II Quick Internet Setup
1 Getting Prepared
Before you start the installation process, you need to prepare the following:
Item
Description
Router
Find it in your package
Power Adapter
Please use the power adapter that comes in the package.
Using a power adapter with a different voltage rating than
the one included with the router will cause damage to the
router.
PC
Should have a installed IE8 or higher browser
Ethernet Cable
You will need it to connect your PC to the router
Ethernet Cable
from the incoming
Internet side
This is provided by your ISP
Gather ISP
Information
Your Internet service provider (ISP) should have provided
you with all of the information needed to connect to the
Internet.If you cannot locate this information, ask your
ISP to provide it.
If your ISP uses a PPPoE Internet connection, you
will need ISP login name and password.
If you use a DHCP Internet connection, no
information is needed.
If your ISP gives you a fixed or static IP address
for Internet connection, you will need to gather the
following information:
1) IP Address
2) Subnet Mask
3) Gateway
4) DNS Server
5) Alternate DNS Server (Optional)
2 Hardware Install
Note ------------------------------------------------------------
Before you start, make sure you can access Internet by connecting the cable from
the incoming Internet side to your PC.
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