TP-Link TD-W8960N User manual

TD-W8960N
Wireless N ADSL2+ Modem Router
Rev: 2.0.0
1910010281

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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 radiation exposure 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.”

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.
National Restrictions
This device is intended for home and office use in all EU countries (and other countries following
the EU directive 1999/5/EC) without any limitation except for the countries mentioned below:
Country Restriction Reason/remark
Bulgaria None General authorization required for outdoor use and
public service
France
Outdoor use limited to 10
mW e.i.r.p. within the band
2454-2483.5 MHz
Military Radiolocation use. Refarming of the 2.4 GHz
band has been ongoing in recent years to allow current
relaxed regulation. Full implementation planned 2012
Italy None If used outside of own premises, general authorization is
required
Luxembourg None General authorization required for network and service
supply(not for spectrum)
Norway Implemented This subsection does not apply for the geographical area
within a radius of 20 km from the centre of Ny-Ålesund
Russian Federation None Only for indoor applications
Note: Please don’t use the product outdoors in France.

TP-LINK TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD
TP-LINK TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD
South Building, No.5 Keyuan Road, Central Zone, Science & Technology Park, Nanshan,
Shenzhen, P. R. China
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
For the following equipment:
Product Description: Wireless N ADSL2+ Modem Router
Model No.: TD-W8960N
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
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 V1.8.1:2008& ETSI EN 301 489-17 V1.3.2:2008
EN 61000-3-2:2006
EN 61000-3-3:1995+A1:2001+A2:2005
EN60950-1:2006
Recommendation 1999/519/EC
EN62311:2008
Directives 2004/108/EC
The above product is in conformity with the following standards or other normative documents
EN 55022:2006 +A1:2007
EN 55024:1998+A1:2001+A2:2003
EN 61000-3-2:2006
EN 61000-3-3:1995+A1:2001+A2:2005
Directives 2006/95/EC
The above product is in conformity with the following standards or other normative documents
EN60950-1:2006
Person is responsible for marking this declaration:
Yang Hongliang
Product Manager of International Business

CONTENTS
Chapter 1. Product Overview...................................................................................2
1.1 Overview of the 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 Router...........................................................................6
2.1 System Requirements...................................................................................................... 6
2.2 Installation Environment Requirements ........................................................................... 6
2.3 Connecting the Router ..................................................................................................... 6
Chapter 3. Quick Installation Guide........................................................................8
3.1 TCP/IP Configuration ....................................................................................................... 8
3.2 Quick Installation Guide ................................................................................................... 9
Chapter 4. Configuring the Router........................................................................14
4.1 Login .............................................................................................................................. 14
4.2 Device Info ..................................................................................................................... 14
4.3 Quick Setup.................................................................................................................... 15
4.4 Advanced Setup............................................................................................................. 15
4.4.1 Layer2 Interface ................................................................................................................. 15
4.4.2 WAN Service...................................................................................................................... 19
4.4.3 LAN .................................................................................................................................... 29
4.4.4 MAC Address Clone .......................................................................................................... 31
4.4.5 NAT .................................................................................................................................... 32
4.4.6 Security .............................................................................................................................. 37
4.4.7 Parental Control ................................................................................................................. 42
4.4.8 Quality of Service............................................................................................................... 44
4.4.9 Routing............................................................................................................................... 47
4.4.10 DNS.................................................................................................................................... 50
4.4.11 DSL .................................................................................................................................... 52
4.4.12 UPNP ................................................................................................................................. 53
4.4.13 Interface Grouping ............................................................................................................. 54
4.4.14 LAN Ports........................................................................................................................... 56

4.4.15 IPSec.................................................................................................................................. 56
4.5 Wireless ......................................................................................................................... 60
4.5.1 Basic .................................................................................................................................. 60
4.5.2 Security .............................................................................................................................. 61
4.5.3 MAC Filter .......................................................................................................................... 78
4.5.4 Wireless Bridge.................................................................................................................. 79
4.5.5 Advanced ........................................................................................................................... 80
4.5.6 Station info ......................................................................................................................... 81
4.6 Diagnostics..................................................................................................................... 82
4.7 Management .................................................................................................................. 83
4.7.1 Settings .............................................................................................................................. 83
4.7.2 System Log ........................................................................................................................ 85
4.7.3 SNMP Agent ...................................................................................................................... 87
4.7.4 TR-069 client...................................................................................................................... 88
4.7.5 Access Control................................................................................................................... 89
4.7.6 Update Software ................................................................................................................ 90
4.7.7 Reboot................................................................................................................................91
Appendix A: FAQ....................................................................................................92
Appendix B: Configuring the PC...........................................................................95
Appendix C: Specifications...................................................................................99
Appendix D: Glossary..........................................................................................100

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Package Contents
The following contents should be found in your package:
¾One TD-W8960N Wireless N ADSL2+ Modem Router
¾One DC power Adapter for TD-W8960N Wireless N ADSL2+ Modem Router
¾Quick Installation Guide
¾One RJ45 cable
¾Two RJ11 cables
¾One ADSL splitter
¾One Resource CD for TD-W8960N Wireless N ADSL2+ Modem Router, including:
•This User Guide
•Other Helpful Information
)Note:
Make sure that the package contains the above items. If any of the listed items are damaged or
missing, please contact with your distributor.
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Chapter 1. Product Overview
Thank you for choosing the TD-W8960N Wireless N ADSL2+ Modem Router.
1.1 Overview of the Router
The TD-W8960N Wireless N ADSL2+ Modem Router integrates 4-port Switch, Firewall,
NAT-Router and Wireless AP. Powered by 2x2 MIMO technology, the Wireless N Router delivers
exceptional range and speed, which can fully meet the need of Small Office/Home Office (SOHO)
networks and the users demanding higher networking performance.
The TD-W8960N Wireless N ADSL2+ Modem Router utilizes integrated ADSL2+ transceiver and
high speed MIPS CPU. The Router supports full-rate ADSL2+ connectivity conforming to the ITU
and ANSI specifications.
In addition to the basic DMT physical layer functions, the ADSL2+ PHY supports dual latency
ADSL2+ framing (fast and interleaved) and the I.432 ATM Physical Layer.
Incredible Speed
The router provides up to 300Mbps wireless connection with other 802.11n wireless clients. The
incredible speed makes it ideal for handling multiple data streams at the same time, which ensures
your network stable and smooth. The performance of this 802.11n wireless Router will give you the
unexpected networking experience at speed 650% faster than 802.11g. It is also compatible with all
IEEE 802.11g and IEEE 802.11b products.
Multiple Security Protections
With multiple protection measures, including SSID broadcast control and wireless LAN 64/128
WEP encryption, Wi-Fi protected Access (WPA2-PSK, WPA-PSK), as well as advanced Firewall
protections, the TD-W8960N Wireless N ADSL2+ Modem Router provides complete data privacy.
Flexible Access Control
The Router provides flexible access control, so that parents or network administrators can
establish restricted access policies for children or staff. It also supports Virtual Server and DMZ
host for Port Triggering, and then the network administrators can manage and monitor the network
in real time with the remote management function.
Simple Installation
Since the Router is compatible with virtually all the major operating systems, it is very easy to
manage. Quick Setup Wizard is supported and detailed instructions are provided step by step in
this user guide. Before installing the Router, please look through this guide to know all the
Router’s functions.
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1.2 Main Features
¾Complies with IEEE 802.11n to provide a wireless data rate of up to 300Mbps
¾One RJ11 LINE port, four 10/100M Auto-Negotiation RJ45 LAN ports, supporting Auto
MDI/MDIX
¾Quick response semi-conductive surge protect circuit, reliable surge-protect function
¾AFE to support Annex A and L deployments
¾Provides external splitter
¾Multi-user sharing a high-speed Internet connection
¾Connecting the internet on demand and disconnecting from the Internet when idle for PPPoE
¾Provides WPA/WPA2, WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK data security, TKIP/AES encryption security
¾Provides 64/128-bit WEP encryption security and wireless LAN ACL (Access Control List)
¾Adopts Advanced DMT modulation and demodulation technology
¾Adopts 300M wireless LAN transmission technology
¾Supports access control, parents and network administrators can establish restricted access
policies based on time of day for children or staff
¾Supports Virtual Server, Port Triggering and DMZ host
¾Supports UPnP, Dynamic DNS, Static Routing
¾Supports bridge mode and Router function
¾Supports Web management
¾Supports firmware upgrade
¾Supports Flow Statistics
¾Supports QSS (Quick Secure Setup)
¾Built-in firewall supporting IP address filtering, MAC address filtering and parental control
¾Built-in DHCP server
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1.3 Panel Layout
1.3.1 The Front Panel
The Router’s LEDs are located on the front panel.
Figure 1-1
The Router’s LEDs and the QSS button are located on the front panel (View from left to right).
Name Status Description
On Power is on
Power Off Power is off
On A successful PPP connection has been established
Flashing Data is being transferred over the Internet
Internet
Off There is no successful PPP connection or the Router
works on Bridge mode
On The LINE port has connected to ISP’s network
Flashing The LINE port is connecting to the ISP’s network
ADSL
Off The LINE port is disconnected
On The Wireless function is enabled
Flashing Sending or receiving data over wireless network
WLAN
Off The Wireless function is disabled
On There is a device linked to the corresponding port but there
is no activity
Flashing There is an active device linked to the corresponding port
LAN 1-4
Off There is no device linked to the corresponding port
Slow Flash A wireless device is connecting to the network by QSS
function. This process will last in the first 2 minutes.
On A wireless device has been successfully added to the
network by QSS function.
QSS
Quick Flash A wireless device failed to be added to the network by QSS
function.
)Note:
After a device is successfully added to the network by QSS function, the QSS LED will keep on for
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1.3.2 The Back Panel
The Router's ports, where the cables are connected, and RESET button are located on the back
panel.
Figure 1-2
¾LINE: Connect to the Modem Port of Splitter or to the telephone line.
¾1, 2, 3, 4 (LAN): The ports (1, 2, 3, 4) connect the Router to the local PC(s).
¾Reset: There are two ways to reset the Router's factory defaults.
1) Use the Restore Default function on Management -> settings -> Restore Default page in
the router's Web-based Utility.
2) Use the Factory Default RESET button: With the Router powered on, use a pin to press and
hold the RESET button for at least 5 seconds. And the Router will reboot to its factory default
settings.
¾POWER: The Power plug is where you will connect the power adapter.
¾ON/OFF: The switch for the power.
¾Wireless Antennas: To receive and transmit the wireless data.
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Chapter 2. Connecting the Router
2.1 System Requirements
¾Broadband Internet Access Service (DSL/Cable/Ethernet).
¾PCs with a working Ethernet Adapter and an Ethernet cable with RJ45 connectors.
¾TCP/IP protocol on each PC.
¾Web browser, such as Microsoft Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox or Apple Safari.
2.2 Installation Environment Requirements
¾Place the Router in a well ventilated place far from any heater or heating vent
¾Avoid direct irradiation of any strong light (such as sunlight)
¾Keep at least 2 inches (5 cm) of clear space around the Router
¾Operating temperature: 0℃~40℃(32℉~104℉)
¾Operating Humidity: 10% ~ 90% RH (non-condensing)
2.3 Connecting the Router
Before installing the Router, please make sure your broadband service provided by your ISP is
available. If there is any problem, please contact your ISP. After that, please install the Router
according to the following steps. Don't forget to pull out the power plug and keep your hands dry.
1. Locate an optimum location for the Router. The best place is usually at the center of your
wireless network.
2. Adjust the direction of the antenna. Normally, upright is a good direction.
3. Connect your PC and Switch/Hub in your LAN to the LAN Ports of the Router. (If you have a
wireless NIC and want to have wireless connection, please skip this step.)
4. Connect the telephone line to the Line port on the Router. Or you can access the Internet and
make calls at the same time by using a separate splitter to divide the data and voice. The
external splitter has three ports:
•LINE: Connect to the wall jack
•PHONE: Connect to the phone sets
•MODEM: Connect to the ADSL LINE port of device
Plug one end of the twisted-pair ADSL cable into the ADSL LINE port on the rear panel of
device. Connect the other end to the MODEM port of the external splitter.
5. Connect the power adapter to the power plug of the Router, and the other end into an
electrical outlet. The electrical outlet shall be installed near the device and shall be easily
accessible.
6. Turn on the ON/OFF switch to power the device. It will start to work automatically.
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Figure 2-1
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Chapter 3. Quick Installation Guide
This chapter will show you how to configure the basic functions of your TD-W8960N Wireless N
ADSL2+ Modem Router using Quick Setup Wizard within minutes.
3.1 TCP/IP Configuration
The default IP address of the Router is 192.168.1.1. And the default Subnet Mask is
255.255.255.0. These values can be changed as you desire. In this guide, we use all the default
values for description.
Connect the local PC to the LAN ports of the Router. And then you can configure the IP address
for your PC in the following two ways.
1. Configure the IP address manually
1) Set up the TCP/IP Protocol for your PC. If you need instructions as to how to do this, please
refer to "Appendix B: Configuring the PC".
2) Configure the network parameters. The IP address is 192.168.1.xxx ("xxx" is any number from
2 to 254), Subnet Mask is 255.255.255.0, and Gateway is 192.168.1.1 (The Router's default IP
address).
2. Obtain an IP address automatically
1) Set up the TCP/IP Protocol in "Obtain an IP address automatically" mode on your PC. If you
need instructions as to how to do this, please refer to "Appendix B: Configuring the PC".
2) Then the built-in DHCP server will assign IP address for the PC.
Now, you can run the Ping command in the command prompt to verify the network
connection between your PC and the Router. The following example is in Windows XP OS.
Open a command prompt, and type ping 192.168.1.1, and then press Enter.
3. If the result displayed is similar to the Figure 3-1, it means the connection between your PC and
the Router has been established well.
Figure 3-1 Success result of Ping command
¾If the result displayed is similar to the Figure 3-2, it means the connection between your PC
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and the Router is failed.
Figure 3-2 Failure result of Ping command
Please check the connection following these steps:
1. Is the connection between your PC and the Router correct?
)Note:
The 1/2/3/4 LEDs of LAN ports which you link to on the Router and LEDs on your PC's adapter
should be lit.
2. Is the TCP/IP configuration for your PC correct?
)Note:
If the Router's IP address is 192.168.1.1, your PC's IP address must be within the range of
192.168.1.2 ~ 192.168.1.254.
3.2 Quick Installation Guide
With a Web-based utility, it is easy to configure and manage the TD-W8960N Wireless N ADSL2+
Modem Router. The Web-based utility can be used on any Windows, Macintosh or UNIX OS with
a Web browser, such as Microsoft Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox or Apple Safari.
1. To access the configuration utility, open a web-browser and type in the default address
http://192.168.1.1 in the address field of the browser.
Figure 3-3
After a moment, a login window will appear, similar to the Figure 3-4. Enter admin for the
User Name and Password, both in lower case letters. Then click the OK button or press the
Enter key.
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Figure 3-4
)Note:
1) Do not mix up the user name and password with your ADSL account user name and password
which are needed for PPP connections.
2) If the above screen does not pop up, it means that your Web-browser has been set to a proxy.
Go to Tools menu→Internet Options→Connections→LAN Settings, in the screen that
appears, cancel the Using Proxy checkbox, and click OK to finish it.
2. After your successful login, you will see the Login screen as shown in Figure 3-5. Click Quick
Setup menu to access Quick Setup Wizard.
Figure 3-5
3. Change the VPI or VCI values which are used to define a unique path for your connection. If
you have been given specific settings for this to configuration, type in the correct
values assigned by your ISP. Here we select PPPoE WAN Link Type for example, enter the
Username and Password given by your ISP, and then click Next.
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Figure 3-6
)Note:
The Quick Setup Wizard will guide you to configure the WAN Service over ATM interface.
4. On the Wireless Configurations screen, we use the default SSID, select Network
Authentication (take WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK for example), set a Pre-Shared Key, and then
click Save to continue.
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Figure 3-7
)Note:
All the existed ATM&WAN service will be cleared after clicking the Save button on this Quick
Setup page.
5. You will see the Finish screen below, click Reboot to save these settings.
Figure 3-8
6. Now, your ADSL Modem Router has been configured and is rebooting. Please do not power
off the Router while it’s rebooting.
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Figure 3-9
7. You will see the current configuration has been added to Layer2 Interface list (4.4.1 Layer2
Interface) shown in Figure 3-10 and WAN Service list (4.4.2 WAN Service) shown in Figure
3-11.
Figure 3-10
Figure 3-11
)Note:
More detailed configurations please refer to 4.4.1 Layer2 Interface and 4.4.2 WAN Service.
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