TP-Link TDW8968V3 User manual

TD-W8968
300Mbps Wireless N USB ADSL2+ Modem Router
Rev: 3.0.0
1910010970

COPYRIGHT & TRADEMARKS
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TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD. Copyright © 2014 TP-LINK TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD. All rights
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FCC STATEMENT
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
•Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
•Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver
is connected.
•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV technician for help.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
1) This device may not cause harmful interference.
2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Note: The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by
unauthorized modifications to this equipment. Such modifications could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement
This equipment complies with FCC RF radiationexposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. This device and its antenna must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with
any other antenna or transmitter.
“To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, this grant is applicable to only
Mobile Configurations. The antennas used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a
separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in
conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.”

Customer Information
This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules and the requirements
adopted by the ACTA. On the BOTTOM OF DEVICE is a label that contains,
among other information, a product identifier in the format US:
TPLDL01BTDW8968V3. If requested, this number must be provided to the
telephone company.
Applicable connector jack Universal Service Order Codes (“USOC”) for the
Equipment is RJ11C .
A plug and jack used to connect this equipment to the premises wiring and
telephone network must comply with the applicable FCC Part 68 rules and
requirements adopted by the ACTA. A compliant telephone cord and modular
plug is provided with this product. It is designed to be connected to a compatible
modular jack that is also compliant. See installation instructions for details.
The REN is used to determine the number of devices that may be connected to a
telephone line. Excessive RENs on a telephone line may result in the devices not
ringing in response to an incoming call. In most but not all areas, the sum of
RENs should not exceed five (5.0). To be certain of the number of devices that
may be connected to a line, as determined by the total RENs, contact the local
telephone company. For products approved after July 23, 2001, the REN for this
product is part of the product identifier that has the format US:
TPLDL01BTDW8968V3. The digits represented by 01B are the REN without a
decimal point (e.g., 03 is a REN of 0.3).
If this 300Mbps Wireless N USB ADSL2+ Modem Router causes harm to the
telephone network, the telephone company will notify you in advance that
temporary discontinuance of service may be required. But if advance notice isn't
practical, the telephone company will notify the customer as soon as possible.
Also, you will be advised of your right to file a complaint with the FCC if you
believe it is necessary.
The telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment,
operations or procedures that could affect the operation of the equipment. If this
happens the telephone company will provide advance notice in order for you to
make necessary modifications to maintain uninterrupted service.
If trouble is experienced with this 300Mbps Wireless N USB ADSL2+ Modem
Router, for repair or warranty information, please contact975 Overland Ct, San
Dimas, CA 91773 at [phone]. If the equipment is causing harm to the
telephone network, the telephone company may request that you disconnect the
equipment until the problem is resolved.

Connection to party line service is subject to state tariffs. Contact the state public
utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission for
information.
If your home has specially wired alarm equipment connected to the telephone
line, ensure the installation of this equipment does not disable your alarm
equipment. If you have questions about what will disable alarm equipment,
consult your telephone company or a qualified installer.
WHEN PROGRAMMING EMERGENCY NUMBERS AND(OR) MAKING TEST
CALLS TO EMERGENCY NUMBERS:
1) Remain on the line and briefly explain to the dispatcher the reason for the call.
2) Perform such activities in the off-peak hours, such as early morning or late
evenings.

English version
''NOTICE: This equipment meets the applicable Industry Canada Terminal
Equipment Technical Specifications. This is confirmed by the registration
number. The abbreviation, IC, before the registration number signifies that
registration was performed based on a Declaration of Conformity indicating
that Industry Canada technical specifications were met. It does not imply that
Industry Canada approved the equipment.”
''NOTICE: The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for this terminal equipment
is 01B. The REN assigned to each terminal equipment provides an indication
of the maximum number of terminals allowed to be connected to a telephone
interface. The termination on an interface may consist of any combination of
devices subject only to the requirement that the sum of the Ringer Equivalence
Numbers of all the devices does not exceed five.''
French version
« AVIS : Le présent matériel est conforme aux spécifications techniques
d’Industrie Canadaapplicables au matériel terminal. Cette conformité est
confirmée par le numérod'enregistrement. Le sigle IC, placédevant le numéro
d'enregistrement, signifie quel’enregistrement s’est effectué conformément à
une déclaration de conformité et indique queles spécifications techniques
d'Industrie Canada ont été respectées. Il n’implique pasqu’Industrie Canada a
approuvéle matériel. »
«AVIS : L'indice d'équivalence de la sonnerie (IES) du présent matériel est de
01B. L'IESassignéàchaque dispositif terminal indique le nombre maximal de
terminaux qui peuvent êtreraccordés à une interface téléphonique. La
terminaison d'une interface peut consister en unecombinaison quelconque de
dispositifs, à la seule condition que la somme d'indicesd'équivalence de la
sonnerie de tous les dispositifs n'excède pas 5. »

CE Mark Warning
This is a class B product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference, in
which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
Canadian Compliance Statement
This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject
to the following two conditions:
(1)This device may not cause interference, and
(2)This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device.
Cet appareil est conforme aux norms CNR exemptes de licence d’Industrie Canada. Le
fonctionnement est soumis aux deux conditions suivantes:
(1)cet appareil ne doit pas provoquer d’interférences et
(2)cet appareil doit accepter toute interférence, y compris celles susceptibles de provoquer un
fonctionnement non souhaité de l’appareil.
Industry Canada Statement
Complies with the Canadian ICES-003 Class B specifications.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada. This Class B device meets all the
requirements of the Canadian interference-causing equipment regulations.
Cet appareil numérique de la Classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le
matériel brouilleur du Canada.
Korea Warning Statements
당해 무선설비는 운용중 전파혼신 가능성이 있음.
NCC Notice& BSMI Notice
注意！
依據 低功率電波輻射性電機管理辦法
第十二條 經型式認證合格之低功率射頻電機，非經許可，公司、商號或使用者均不得擅自變更頻率、
加大功率或變更原設計之特性或功能。
第十四條 低功率射頻電機之使用不得影響飛航安全及干擾合法通行；經發現有干擾現象時，應立即
停用，並改善至無干擾時方得繼續使用。前項合法通信，指依電信規定作業之無線電信。低功率射
頻電機需忍受合法通信或工業、科學以及醫療用電波輻射性電機設備之干擾。
安全諮詢及注意事項
●請使用原裝電源供應器或只能按照本產品注明的電源類型使用本產品。
●清潔本產品之前請先拔掉電源線。請勿使用液體、噴霧清潔劑或濕布進行清潔。
Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated
with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body.
Déclaration d'exposition aux radiations:Cet équipement est conforme aux
limites d'exposition aux rayonnements IC établies pour un environnement non
contrôlé. Cet équipement doit être installé et utilisé avec un minimum de 20
cm de distance entre la source de rayonnement et votre corps.

●注意防潮，請勿將水或其他液體潑灑到本產品上。
●插槽與開口供通風使用，以確保本產品的操作可靠並防止過熱，請勿堵塞或覆蓋開口。
●請勿將本產品置放於靠近熱源的地方。除非有正常的通風，否則不可放在密閉位置中。
●請不要私自打開機殼，不要嘗試自行維修本產品，請由授權的專業人士進行此項工作。
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Safety Information
zWhen product has power button, the power button is one of the way to shut off the product;
when there is no power button, the only way to completely shut off power is to disconnect the
product or the power adapter from the power source.
zDon’t disassemble the product, or make repairs yourself. You run the risk of electric shock
and voiding the limited warranty. If you need service, please contact us.
zAvoid water and wet locations.
This product can be used in the following countries:
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ES FI FR GB GR HU IE IT
LT LV MT NL NO PL PT RO
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TP-LINK TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD
TP-LINK TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD
Building 24 (floors 1, 3, 4, 5), and 28 (floors 1-4) Central Science and Technology Park,
Shennan Rd, Nanshan, Shenzhen, China
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
For the following equipment:
Product Description: 300Mbps Wireless N USB ADSL2+ Modem Router
Model No.: TD-W8968
Trademark: TP-LINK
We declare under our own responsibility that the above products satisfy all the technical
regulations applicable to the product within the scope of Council Directives:
Directives 1999/5/EC, Directives 2004/108/EC, Directives 2006/
The above product is in conformity with the following standards or other normative documents
ETSI EN 300 328 V1.7.1: 2006
ETSI EN 301 489-1 V1.9.2:2011& ETSI EN 301 489-17 V2.2.1:2012
EN 55022:2010
EN 55024:2010
EN 61000-3-2:2006+A1:2009+A2:2009
EN 61000-3-3:2008
EN60950-1:2006+A11：2009+A1:2010+A12:2011
EN62311:2008
The product carries the CE Mark:
Person responsible for making this declaration:
Yang Hongliang
Product Manager of International Business
Date of issue: 2014
2004/108/EC

CONTENTS
Package Contents ....................................................................................................1
Chapter 1. Product Overview...................................................................................2
1.1 Overview of the Modem Router .......................................................................................2
1.2 Main Features..................................................................................................................3
1.3 Panel Layout....................................................................................................................4
1.3.1 The Front Panel ................................................................................................................... 4
1.3.2 The Back Panel.................................................................................................................... 5
Chapter 2. Connecting the Modem Router.............................................................7
2.1 System Requirements......................................................................................................7
2.2 Installation Environment Requirements ...........................................................................7
2.3 Connecting the Modem Router ........................................................................................8
Chapter 3. Quick Installation Guide........................................................................9
3.1 TCP/IP Configuration .......................................................................................................9
3.2 Quick Installation Guide .................................................................................................10
Chapter 4. Configuring the Modem Router ..........................................................15
4.1 Login ..............................................................................................................................15
4.2 Device Info.....................................................................................................................15
4.3 Quick Setup....................................................................................................................16
4.4 Operation Mode .............................................................................................................16
4.5 Advanced Setup.............................................................................................................17
4.5.1 Layer2 Interface................................................................................................................. 18
4.5.2 WAN Service...................................................................................................................... 19
4.5.3 3G Settings ........................................................................................................................ 28
4.5.4 MAC Clone......................................................................................................................... 31
4.5.5 LAN.................................................................................................................................... 32
4.5.6 NAT.................................................................................................................................... 36
4.5.7 Security.............................................................................................................................. 41
4.5.8 Parental Control................................................................................................................. 44
4.5.9 Quality of Service............................................................................................................... 46
4.5.10 Bandwidth Control..............................................................................................................48
4.5.11 Routing............................................................................................................................... 51