TRENDnet TEW-721BRM User manual

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Contents
Product Overview ...........................................................................1
Package Contents .......................................................................................................... 1
Features......................................................................................................................... 1
Product Hardware Features........................................................................................... 2
Application Diagram ...................................................................................................... 4
Basic Router Setup ..........................................................................5
Creating a Home Network ............................................................................................. 5
Router Installation ......................................................................................................... 6
Connect additional wired devices to your network..................................................... 10
Wireless Networking and Security .................................................10
How to choose the type of security for your wireless network .................................. 10
Secure your wireless network ..................................................................................... 11
Connect wireless devices to your router ..................................................................... 13
Connect wireless devices using WPS ........................................................................... 13
Basic wireless settings ................................................................................................. 14
Guest Network............................................................................................................. 15
Steps to improve wireless connectivity ....................................................................... 16
Advanced wireless settings.......................................................................................... 17
Multiple SSID ........................................................................................................... 17
Additional Wireless Settings ................................................................................... 17
Access Control Filters ....................................................................18
Access control basics ................................................................................................... 18
Wireless MAC address filters .................................................................................. 18
MAC address filters ................................................................................................. 19
URL/Keyword Blocking ............................................................................................ 19
Domain Filters ......................................................................................................... 19
IP Filtering ............................................................................................................... 20
Packet Filters ............................................................................................................... 20
Advanced Router Setup ................................................................ 22
Access your router management page........................................................................ 22
Change your router login password ............................................................................ 23
Set your router date and time..................................................................................... 23
Manually configure your Internet connection ............................................................ 24
Change your router IP address .................................................................................... 28
Set up the DHCP server on your router ....................................................................... 29
Enable/disable UPnP on your router........................................................................... 30
Allow/deny VPN connections through your router..................................................... 30
Configure ALG settings ................................................................................................ 31
Additional Security Settings......................................................................................... 31
Allow/deny multicast streaming.................................................................................. 32
Identify your network on the Internet ........................................................................ 33
Allow remote access to your router management page ............................................. 34
Configure remote access rules .................................................................................... 34
Configure the router’s Ethernet port settings............................................................. 35
Open a device on your network to the Internet.......................................................... 35
DMZ......................................................................................................................... 35
Virtual Server .......................................................................................................... 36
Port Trigger ............................................................................................................. 37
Prioritize traffic using QoS (Quality of Service) ........................................................... 38
Create schedules ......................................................................................................... 39
Add static routes to your router.................................................................................. 39
Enable dynamic routing on your router ...................................................................... 40

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Setup Port Mapping..................................................................................................... 41
Setup IPv6 on your router ........................................................................................... 41
Configure ADSL settings............................................................................................... 42
Router Maintenance & Monitoring................................................42
Reset your router to factory defaults .......................................................................... 42
Router Default Settings ............................................................................................... 43
Backup and restore your router configuration settings .............................................. 44
Restart your router ...................................................................................................... 46
Check connectivity using the router management page ............................................. 46
Manage Initialization Scripts ....................................................................................... 46
Check Internet connectivity using the router management page............................... 47
Check the router system information.......................................................................... 47
Check the router IPv6 status........................................................................................ 49
Check the router IPv6 status........................................................................................ 49
Check the router Wireless clients................................................................................ 49
Check the router LAN clients ....................................................................................... 50
Check the router Routing Table................................................................................... 50
Check the router Basic Statistics.................................................................................. 50
Check the router DSL Statistics.................................................................................... 50
View your router log.................................................................................................... 51
View your router traffic ............................................................................................... 51
Configure your router log ............................................................................................ 52
Enable SNMP on your router....................................................................................... 53
Enable TR-069 on your router ..................................................................................... 54
Troubleshooting ........................................................................... 55
Appendix ...................................................................................... 56

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Product Overview
TEW-721BRM
Package Contents
In addition to your router, the package includes:
Multi-Language Quick Installation Guide
CD-ROM (User’s Guide)
Network cable (1.5m / 5ft.)
RJ-11 telephone cable (1.8m / 5ft.)
Power adapter (12V DC, 0.5A)
If any package contents are missing or damaged, please contact the retail store, online
retailer, or reseller/distributor from which the product was purchased.
Features
TRENDnet’s N150 Wireless ADSL 2+ Modem Router, model TEW-721BRM, is a
combination high performance modem for Internet access and reliable wireless N150
router—well suited for small to medium size homes. The modem is compatible with
most ADSL Internet service provider networks and it comes with an intuitive guided
setup wizard. For your convenience the wireless network is setup and pre-encrypted out
of the box.
Features
Easy Setup
Get up and running in minutes with the intuitive guided setup
Internet Service
Compatible with most ADSL 2/2+ internet service provider networks
IPv6
IPv6 network support
N150 Wireless
Reliable 150 Mbps Wireless N
Pre-Encrypted Wireless
For your convenience the wireless network arrives pre-encrypted with its own unique
password
Guest Network
Create an isolated network for guest internet access only
Wireless On/Off Button
Enable or disable the wireless network with the convenient on/off wireless button
One Touch Connection
Connect to the router at the touch of the Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) button
Parental Controls
Control access to specific websites and manage which devices can access the router
Advanced QoS
Classify and prioritize different types of data such as video and audio transmissions
Energy Savings
Embedded GREENnet technology reduces power consumption by up to 50%
Ethernet Ports
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*Maximum wireless signal rates are referenced from IEEE 802.11 theoretical specifications. Actual
data throughput and coverage will vary depending on interference, network traffic, building
materials and other conditions.
Product Hardware Features
Rear View
On/Off Power Button: Push to power on or off router.
Power Port: Connect the included power adapter from your modem router power
port and to an available power outlet.
Note: Use only the adapter that came with your router.
LAN Ports: Connect Network cables (also called network cables) from your modem
router LAN ports to your wired network devices.
ADSL WAN Port (RJ-11 telephone port): Connect an RJ-11 telephone cable from
your modem router ADSL WAN port to your telephone jack/DSL line.
Reset Button: Push and hold this button for 10 seconds and release to reset your
router to its factory defaults.
ADSL
WAN Port
Power
Port
LAN
Ports
Reset
Button

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Front View
WLAN On/Off: Press button to turn off or on wireless network.
WPS Button: Push button to activate WPS (WiFi Protected Setup) push and hold
this button for 3 seconds and release to activate WPS. Within 2 minutes, push and
hold the WPS button on your wireless client device. WLAN LED indicator will blink
rapidly to indicate that WPS has been activated.
Diagnostic LEDs:
oPower LED: This LED indicator is blinks green when properly connected to a
power supply. When the device is malfunctioned LED indicator will be red.
oLAN 1-4 (Link/Activity) LEDs –These LED indicators are solid green when the LAN
ports are successfully connected to your wired network devices (which are turned
on). These LED indicators will blink green while data is transmitted or received
through your modem router’s LAN ports.
oWireless WLAN (Link/Activity) LED: This LED indicator is solid green when the
wireless is “On” and functioning properly on your modem router. This LED
indicator will be blinking while data is transmitted or received by your wireless
clients or wireless network devices connected to your modem router. This LED
indicator will be off when the wireless functionality of your modem router is
disabled.
oADSL WAN (Link/Activity) LED: This LED indicator is blinking green when the
ADSL status of the modem router is ready to establish connection to your ISP. The
LED indicator will turn solid green when the modem router has been properly
configured with the settings provided by your ISP and successful ADSL connection
has been made to your ISP. This LED indicator will be blink while data is
transmitted or received through the ADSL port of your modem router.
oInternet: This LED Indicator is solid green with valid internet connection. The LD
indicator blinks green during data transmission. If the indicator is red, this
indicates invalid internet connection.
oWPS LED: This LED indicator blinks green when WPS is activated. The LED will
stop blinking and remain solid when WPS is completed. When the indicator blinks
red it indicates there was no WPS device connected.
WLAN On/Off
Button
WPS
Butto
n
Diagnostic LEDs

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Application Diagram
The router is installed near the wall telephone jack/DSL line (DSL service supplied by your ISP “Internet Service Provider”) which connects to the Internet. Wireless signals from the router
are broadcasted to wireless clients such as laptops (with wireless capability) thereby providing Internet access.

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Basic Router Setup
Creating a Home Network
What is a network?
A network is a group of computers or devices that can communicate with each other. A
home network of more than one computer or device also typically includes Internet
access, which requires a router.
A typical home network may include multiple computers, a media player/server, a
printer, a modem, and a router. A large home network may also have a switch,
additional routers, access points, and many Internet-capable media devices such as TVs,
game consoles, and Internet cameras.
Modem: Connects a computer or router to the Internet or ISP (Internet Service
Provider).
Note: The TEW-721BRM is a combination DSL modem and router, therefore, you do
not require a separate DSL modem from your ISP when setting up this product.
Router: Connects multiple devices to the Internet.
Switch: Connect several wired network devices to your home network. Your router
has a built-in network switch (the LAN port 1-4). If you have more wired network
devices than available Network ports on your router, you will need an additional
switch to add more wired connections.
How to set up a home network
1. For a network that includes Internet access, you’ll need:
Computers/devices with a Network port or wireless networking capabilities.
A modem and Internet service to your home, provided by your ISP (modem typically
supplied by your ISP).
A router to connect multiple devices to the Internet.
2. Set up your router. See “How to setup your router” below.
3. To connect additional wired computers or wired network devices to your network,
see “Connect additional wired devices to your network” on page 11.
4. To set up wireless networking on your router, see “Wireless Networking and Security”
on page 11.
How to setup your router
Refer to the Quick Installation Guide or continue to the next section “Router
Installation” on page 6 for more detailed installation instructions.
Where to find more help
In addition to this User’s Guide, you can find help below:
http://www.trendnet.com/support
(documents, downloads, and FAQs are available from this Web page))

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Router Installation
Before you Install
Many Internet Service Providers (ISPs) allow your router to connect to the Internet
without verifying the information fields listed below. Skip this section for now and if
your router cannot connect to the Internet using the standard installation process,
come back to this page and contact your ISP to verify required ISP specification fields
listed below.
General ADSL Parameters
VCI: ____
VPI: ____
MTU: ________
Data Encapsulation (LLC/VCMux) : _________
Schedule Type (UBR/CBR/VBR/GFR): _______
VLAN Tag (If required by your ISP): _________
ADSL Connection Types:
1. Ethernet over ATM (RFC 1483 Bridged) with NAT
1a. Obtain IP Address Automatically (Dynamic IP Address)
Host Name (Optional) ______________________
ISP registered Mac Address or Clone MAC address (Optional)___:___:___:___:___:___
1b. Fixed IP address (Static IP Address)
WAN IP Address: _____. _____._____._____ (e.g. 215.24.24.129)
WAN Subnet Mask: _____. _____._____._____
WAN Gateway IP Address: _____. _____._____._____
Primary DNS Server Address: _____. _____._____._____
Secondary DNS Server Address: _____. _____._____._____
2. IP over ATM (RFC 1483 Routed)
2a. Obtain IP Address Automatically (Dynamic IP Address)
Host Name (Optional) ______________________
ISP registered Mac Address or Clone MAC address (Optional)___:___:___:___:___:___
2b . Fixed IP address (Static IP Address)
WAN IP Address: _____. _____._____._____ (e.g. 215.24.24.129)
WAN Subnet Mask: _____. _____._____._____
WAN Gateway IP Address: _____. _____._____._____
Primary DNS Server Address: _____. _____._____._____
Secondary DNS Server Address: _____. _____._____._____
3. PPP over ATM (PPPoE)
3a. PPPoE to obtain IP automatically
Account/User Name: _________
Password: ________________
3b. PPPoE with a fixed IP address
User Name: _________
Password: ________________
Verify Password: ________________
IP Address: ____. _____._____._____ (e.g. 215.24.24.129)
Primary DNS Server Address: _____. _____._____._____
Secondary DNS Server Address: _____. _____._____._____
4. PPP over Ethernet (PPPoA)
4a. PPPoA to obtain IP automatically
Account/User Name: _________
Password: ________________
4b. PPPoA with a fixed IP address
User Name: _________
Password: ________________
Verify Password: ________________
IP Address: ____. _____._____._____ (e.g. 215.24.24.129)
Primary DNS Server Address: _____. _____._____._____
Secondary DNS Server Address: _____. _____._____._____

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Hardware Installation
1. Connect the detachable antenna to your modem router.
2. Connect one end of the RJ-11 telephone cable to the modem router ADSL port.
Connect the other end of the RJ-11 telephone cable to the telephone jack/DSL line.
3. Using the Network cable, connect your computer to one of the four LAN ports on the
modem router.
4. Connect the power adapter to the modem router and then to a power outlet.
5. Verify that the status LED indicators on the front of the modem to confirm the device
is fully functional: Status (Green), ADSL (Green), WLAN (Green) and the LAN port
(1,2,3,4) (Green) your computer is connected.
Setup Wizard
1. Open your web browser (e.g. Internet Explorer, Firefox, Safari, Chrome, or Opera)
and go to http://192.168.10.1. Your router will prompt you for a user name and
password.
2. Your router will prompt you for a user name and password. For added security, the
router is preconfigured with a unique password. You can find the Password on a
sticker on the side of the router and on the label on the bottom of the router.
3. Enter your Username and Password, select your preferred language, and then click
Login.

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3. The Setup Wizard will automatically appear. This section determines what method
the router will use to interface with your ISP service. Select the ADSL Internet
connection type provided by your ISP and click Next.
Note: If the Setup Wizard does not automatically appear, click Setup Wizard (the
top button on the left tab).
Note: It is strongly recommended to contact your ISP to verify all required settings
for one of the options listed on page 6. The options listed on page 6 match the
settings options available to choose from
4. The Setup Wizard can automatically detect your VPI/VCI and Data Encapsulation
settings of your ADSL connection. Select Auto-detect and click Next.
Note: If you encounter any issues with the Auto-Detect feature on the wizard, you
can click “Skip Scan”, and configure your ADSL connection settings manually.
5. Once the wizard detects your VPI/VCI settings you can verify if the values are correct
and click Next to continue.
6. The following screen will appear next, depending the ADSL connection type you
selected, you may need to enter additional information such as your PPPoE/PPPoA
user name and password information provided by your ISP static IP. Enter any
additional information required by your ISP for your ADSL connection and click Next.

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7. The Summary page will allow you to quickly review the settings you applied in the
Setup Wizard. Click Save to apply settings.
8. Wait for your modem router to apply the settings.
9. Click Finish to return to the router management page.
Note: If you cannot access the Internet, please verify your hardware connections
and LED status and re-run the Setup Wizard to verify you have applied the correct
settings.
10. For added security, the router is pre-encrypted with its own unique wireless
network security key. You can find the unique network security key and pre-assigned
network name (SSID) on a sticker on the front of the router and on a label on the
bottom of the router. If you would like to change the wireless settings, continue to
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Connect additional wired devices to your network
You can connect additional computers or other network enabled devices to your
network by using Network cables. Connect them to one of the available LAN ports
labeled 1,2,3,4 on your modem router. Check the status of the LED indicators (1, 2, 3, or
4) on the front panel of your router to ensure the physical cable connection from your
computer or device.
Note: If you encounter issues connecting to your network, there may be a problem with
your computer or device network settings. Please ensure that your computer or device
network settings (also called TCP/IP settings) are configured to obtain IP address
settings automatically (also called dynamic IP address or DHCP) and to Obtain DNS
Server address settings automatically.
Wireless Networking and Security
How to choose the type of security for your wireless network
Setting up wireless security is very important. Leaving your wireless network open and
unsecure could expose your entire network and personal files to outsiders. TRENDnet
recommends reading through this entire section and setting up wireless security on
your new router.
There are a few different wireless security types supported in wireless networking each
having its own characteristics which may be more suitable for your wireless network
taking into consideration compatibility, performance, as well as the security strength
along with using older wireless networking hardware (also called legacy hardware).
It is strongly recommended to enable wireless security to prevent unwanted users from
accessing your network and network resources (personal documents, media, etc.).
In general, it is recommended that you choose the security type with the highest
strength and performance supported by the wireless computers and devices in your
network. Please review the security types to determine which one you should use for
your network.
Wireless Encryption Types
WEP: Legacy encryption method supported by older 802.11b/g hardware. This is
the oldest and least secure type of wireless encryption. It is generally not
recommended to use this encryption standard, however if you have old 802.11 b or
802.11g wireless adapters or computers with old embedded wireless cards(wireless
clients), you may have to set your router to WEP to allow the old adapters to
connect to the router. Note: This encryption standard will limit connection speeds
to 54Mbps.
WPA: This encryption is significantly more robust than the WEP technology. Much
of the older 802.11g hardware was been upgraded (with firmware/driver upgrades)
to support this encryption standard. Total wireless speeds under this encryption
type however are limited to 54Mbps.
WPA / WPA2: This setting provides the router with the ability to detect wireless
devices using either WPA or WPA2 encryption. Your wireless network will
automatically change the encryption setting based on the first wireless device
connected. For example, if the first wireless client that connects to your wireless

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network uses WPA encryption your wireless network will use WPA encryption. Only
when all wireless clients disconnect to the network and a wireless client with WPA2
encryption connects your wireless network will then change to WPA2 encryption.
NOTE: WPA2 encryption supports 802.11n speeds and WPA encryption will limit
your connection speeds to 54Mbps
WPA2: This is the most secure wireless encryption available today, similar to WPA
encryption but more robust. This encryption standard also supports the highest
connection speeds. TRENDnet recommends setting your router to this encryption
standard. If you find that one of your wireless network devices does not support
WPA2 encryption, then set your router to either WPA or WPA-Auto encryption.
Note: Check the specifications of your wireless network adapters and wireless
appliances to verify the highest level of encryption supported.Below is brief
comparison chart of the wireless security types and the recommended
configuration depending on which type you choose for your wireless network.
Security Standard
WEP
WPA
WPA2
Compatible
Wireless
Standards
IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n
(802.11n devices
will operate at
802.11g speeds)
IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n
(802.11n devices
will operate at
802.11g speeds)
IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n
Highest
Performance
Under This
Setting
Up to 54Mbps
Up to 54Mbps
Up to 450Mbps*
Encryption
Strength
Low
Medium
High
Additional
Options
Open System or
Shared Key,
HEX or ASCII,
Different key sizes
TKIP or AES,
Preshared Key or
RADIUS
TKIP or AES,
Preshared Key or
RADIUS
Recommended
Configuration
Open System ASCII
13 characters
TKIP
Preshared Key
8-63 characters
AES
Preshared Key
8-63 characters
*Dependent on the maximum 802.11n data rate supported by the device (150Mbps,
300Mbps, or 450Mbps)
Secure your wireless network
Setup > Wireless Settings
After you have determined which security type to use for your wireless network (see
“How to choose the security type for your wireless network” on page 12), you can set
up wireless security.
1. Log into your router management page (see “Access your router management page”
on page 22).
2. Click on Setup, and click on Wireless Settings.
3. Click on the Security Mode drop-down list to select your wireless security type.
Selecting WEP:
If selecting WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy), please review the WEP settings to
configure and click Apply to save the changes.
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Note: It is recommended to use Open System because it is known to be more secure
than Shared Key.
WEP Key 1-4
oChoose HEX or ASCII.
Note: It is recommended to use ASCII because of the much larger character set
that can be used to create the key.
oThis is where you enter the password or key needed for a computer to connect
to the router wirelessly
oYou can define up to 4 passwords or 4 keys. Only one key can be active at a given
time. Most users simply define one key.
oChoose a key index 1, 2, 3, or 4 and enter the key.
oWhen connecting to the router, the client must match both the password and
the Key number. (e.g. if you have activated Key 2 with a password of 12345, then
the client must select: Key 2 (entering Key 1, 3, or 4 will block the ability to
connect) and enter password 12345)
Selecting WPA-PSK, WPA-PSK / WPA2-PSK, or WPA2-PSK (WPA2-PSK recommended):
If selecting WPA-PSK, WPA-PSK / WPA2-PSK, or WPA2-PSK, (Wi-Fi Protected Access
Preshared Key) please review the settings to configure and click Apply to save the
changes.
First, from the Security Mode drop-down list, select WPA-PSK, WPA-PSK / WPA2-PSK,
or WPA2-PSK.
oSelect the Encryption type. When selecting WPA-PSK security, it is recommended
to use TKIP.
oWhen selecting WPA-PSK / WPA2-PSK security, it is recommended to use AES.
oWhen selecting WPA2-PSK security, it is recommended to use AES.
Create your Wireless security preshared key (password or key):
Preshare Key: Enter the preshared key.
oThis is the password or key that is used to connect your computer to this router
wirelessly
Note: 8-63 alphanumeric characters (a,b,C,?,*, /,1,2, etc.)
Then from the PSK/EAP row, select either PSK or EAP
PSK stands for Preshared Key
EAP stands for Extensive Authentication Protocol, also called Remote Authentication
Dial-In User Service or RADIUS).
Note: EAP requires an external RADIUS server, PSK only requires you to create a
passphrase.
Selecting WPA, WPA / WPA2, or WPA2:
If selecting WPA, WPA / WPA2, or WPA2 (Wi-Fi Protected Access Extensible
Authentication Protocol) please review the settings to configure and click Apply to save
the changes.
EAP (Extensible Authentication Protocol) is also called Remote Authentication Dial-In
User Service or RADIUS.
Select the Encryption Type
oWhen selecting WPA security, it is recommended to use TKIP.
oWhen selecting WPA / WPA2 security, it is recommended to use AES.
oWhen selecting WPA2 security, it is recommended to use AES.
WEP Key Format
HEX
ASCII
Character set
0-9 & A-F, a-f only
Alphanumeric (a,b,C,?,*, /,1,2, etc.)
64-bit key length
10 characters
5 characters
128-bit key length
26 characters
13 characters

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oRADIUS Server IP:Enter the IP address of the RADIUS server. (e.g. 192.168.10.250)
oRADIUS Port: Enter the port your RADIUS server is configured to use for RADIUS
authentication.
Note: It is recommended to use port 1812.
oRADIUS Shared Key: Enter the shared key (or shared secret) used to authorize your
router with your RADIUS server.
Connect wireless devices to your router
A variety of wireless network devices can connect to your wireless network such as:
Gaming Consoles
Internet enabled TVs
Network media players
Smart Phones
Wireless Laptop computers
Wireless IP cameras
Each device may have its own software utility for searching and connecting to available
wireless networks, therefore, you must refer to the User’s Manual/Guide of your
wireless client device to determine how to search and connect to this router’s wireless
network.
See the “Appendix” on page 59 for general information on connecting to a wireless
network.
Connect wireless devices using WPS
Setup > Wireless Settings > WPS Setup
WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) is a feature that makes it easy to connect devices to your
wireless network. If your wireless devices support WPS, you can use this feature to
easily add wireless devices to your network.
Note: You will not be able to use WPS if you set the SSID Broadcast setting to Disabled.
There are two methods the WPS feature can easily connect your wireless devices to
your network.
Push Button Configuration (PBC) method
oRECOMMENDED Hardware Push Button method–with an external button located
physically on your router and on your client device
oWPS Software/Virtual Push Button - located in router management page
PIN (Personal Identification Number) Method - located in router management page
Note: Refer to your wireless device documentation for details on the operation of
WPS.
Recommended Hardware Push Button (PBC) Method
Note: it is recommended that a wireless key (passphrase or password) is created
before connecting clients using the PBC method. If no wireless key is defined when
connecting via PBC, the router will automatically create an encryption key that is 64
characters long. This 64 character key will then have to be used if one has to
connect computers to the router using the traditional connection method.
To add a wireless device to your network, simply push the WPS button on the wireless
device you are connecting(consult client device User’s Guide for length of time), then
push and hold the WPS button located on your router for 3 seconds and release it. The
WLAN LED on your modem router will flash rapidly indicating that the WPS setup
process has been activated. (See “Product Hardware Features” on page 2)
For connecting additional WPS supported devices, repeat this process for each
additional device.

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PBC (Software/Virtual Push Button)
Setup > Wireless Settings > WPS Setup
In addition to the hardware push button located physically on your router, the router
management page also has push button which is a software or virtual push button you
can click to activate WPS on your router.
1. Log into your router management page (see “Access your router management page”
on page 22).
2. Click on Setup and click Wireless Settings, then click on the WPS Setup button at the
bottom of the page.
3. To add a wireless device to your network, simply the push the WPS button on the
wireless device (consult wireless device’s User’s Guide for length of time), you are
connecting, then in your router management page, make sure the Config Method is
set to Push Button (default setting) and click on the Trigger button at the bottom of
the page.
4. The WPS Status area will display status messages about the WPS process.
5. The WPS Status area will display “Configured” message to indicate that the wireless
client device successfully connected using WPS.
PIN (Personal Identification Number)
Setup > Wireless Settings > WPS Setup
If your wireless device has WPS PIN (typically an 8-digit code printed on the wireless
device product label or located in the wireless device wireless software utility), you can
use this method.
1. Log into your router management page (see “Access your router management page”
on page 22).
2. Click on Setup and click Wireless Settings, then click on the WPS Setup button at the
bottom of the page.
3. Next to Config Status, click Release. The status will change to Unconfigured.
4. Click the Config Method drop-down list and select PIN Code. Click Apply.
5. In the empty field, enter the 8-digit WPS PIN of the wireless client device you are
connecting and click Trigger.
Note: You may need to initiate the WPS PIN on your wireless device first when using
this method. Refer to your wireless device documentation for details on the
operation of WPS.
6. The WPS Status area will display “Configured” message to indicate that the wireless
client device successfully connected using WPS.
Basic wireless settings
Setup > Wireless Settings
This section outlines available management options under the Wireless Settings tab.
1. Log into your router management page (see “Access your router management page”
on page 22).
2. Click on Setup, and click on Wireless Settings.
3. To save changes to this section, click Apply when finished.

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Device
oEnable turns on the wireless networking on your router (by default it is enabled).
oDisable turns off wireless networking on your router.
Note: It is recommended to leave the wireless setting to Enable unless you do not
plan on connecting any wireless computers or devices to your network.
SSID: This acronym stands for Service Set Identifier and is the name of your wireless
network. It differentiates your wireless network from others around you. By default,
the router broadcast TRENDnet721as the wireless network name. If you choose to
change the SSID, change it to a name that you can easily remember.
Wireless Channel: In North America, this router can broadcast on 1 of 11 Channels
(13 in Europe and other countries). Selecting the Auto option enables the router to
automatically select the best Channel for wireless communication. To manually set
the channel on which the router will broadcast, click the drop-down list and select
the desired Channel for wireless communication. The goal is to select the Channel
that is least used by neighboring wireless networks.
Wireless Mode: Select the appropriate mode for your network.
oB/G/N mixed: Select this mode for the best compatibility. This mode allows older
802.11b and 802.11g wireless devices to connect to the router in addition to newer
802.11n devices.
oB/G mixed: This mode only allows devices to connect to the router using older and
slow 802.11b or 802.11g technology and it thereby reduces the router’s maximum
speed to 54Mbps (typically not recommended).
oN only: This mode only allows newer 802.11n devices to connect to your router.
This mode does ensure the highest speed and security for your network, however if
you have older 802.11g wireless clients, they will no longer be able to connect to
this router.
oG only: This mode only allows devices to connect to the router using older and
slow 802.11g technology (typically not recommended).
oB only: This mode only allows devices to connect to the router using older and slow
802.11b technology (typically not recommended).
Note: Please check the specifications on your wireless devices for the highest
wireless capability supported first before applying these settings. If you are unsure,
it is recommended that you keep the default setting (B/G/N mixed) for the best
compatibility.
When applying the 802.11 mode setting, please keep in mind the following:
Wireless devices that support 802.11n are backwards compatible and can connect
wirelessly at 802.11g or 802.11b.
Connecting at 802.11b or 802.11g will limit the capability of your 802.11n supported
wireless devices from obtaining higher performance and data rates.
Allowing 802.11b or 802.11g devices to connect to an 802.11n capable wireless
network may degrade the wireless network performance below the higher
performance and data rates of 802.11n.
Wireless devices that only support 802.11b or 802.11g will not be able to connect to
a wireless network that is set to 802.11n only mode.
Wireless devices that only support 802.11b will not be able to connect to a wireless
network that is set to 802.11g only mode.
Guest Network
Setup > Wireless Settings
This section outlines available management options under the Wireless Settings tab.
1. Log into your router management page (see “Access your router management page”
on page 22).
2. Click on Setup, and click on Guest Network.
3. To save changes to this section, click Apply when finished.

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Radio On/Off: Select to enable wireless guest network.
Name (SSID): Enter the wireless name or SSID of your guest network.
Security Mode: Select the wireless security or encryption of your guest network.
Steps to improve wireless connectivity
There are a number of factors that can impact the range of wireless devices. Follow
these tips to help improve your wireless connectivity:
1. Keep the number of obstructions to a minimum. Each obstruction can reduce the
range of a wireless device. Position the wireless devices in a manner that will
minimize the amount of obstructions between them.
a. For the widest coverage area, install your router near the center of your home,
and near the ceiling, if possible.
b.Avoid placing the router on or near metal objects (such as file cabinets and metal
furniture), reflective surfaces (such as glass or mirrors), and masonry walls.
c. Any obstruction can weaken the wireless signal (even non-metallic objects), so
the fewer obstructions between the router and the wireless device, the better.
d.Place the router in a location away from other electronics, motors, and
fluorescent lighting.
e. Many environmental variables can affect the router’s performance, so if your
wireless signal is weak, place the router in several locations and test the signal
strength to determine the ideal position.
2. Building materials can have a large impact on your wireless signal. In an indoor
environment, try to position the wireless devices so that the signal passes through
less dense material such as dry wall. Dense materials like metal, solid wood, glass
or even furniture may block or degrade the signal.
3. Antenna orientation can also have a large impact on your wireless signal. Use the
wireless adapter’s site survey tool to determine the best antenna orientation for
your wireless devices.
4. Interference from devices that produce RF (radio frequency) noise can also impact
your signal. Position your wireless devices away from anything that generates RF
noise, such as microwaves, radios and baby monitors.
If possible, upgrade wireless network interfaces (such as wireless cards in computers)
from older wireless standards to 802.11n. If a wirelessly networked device uses an
older standard, the performance of the entire wireless network may be slower. If you
are still experiencing low or no signal consider repositioning the wireless devices or
installing additional access points.

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Advanced wireless settings
Setup > Wireless Settings
The advanced wireless features can provide you with additional options for setting up
your wireless network such as multiple SSID, activate/deactivate wireless according to
schedule, and operation modes such as WDS (Wireless Distribution System) bridging or
wireless bridging.
Multiple SSID
Setup > Wireless Settings
The multiple SSID feature allows you to broadcast up to two additional SSIDs (or
wireless network names). To wireless devices searching for available wireless networks
to connect to, the SSIDs (or wireless network names) will appear as separate and
different wireless networks. Since they appear as separate wireless networks, they are
also referred to as virtual APs (Access Points). Each virtual AP can be configured each
with a different SSID (or wireless network name), security type and additional settings
for wireless devices to connect. You can use the multiple SSID feature to setup guest
wireless accounts with a different security type to keep your primary wireless network
security information private. In addition, the SSIDs can be mapped to a specified VLAN
ID. See the VLAN section for instructions on assigning VLAN IDs to the SSIDs.
1. Log into your router management page (see “Access your router management page”
on page 22).
2. Click on Advanced, and click on MBSSID.
3. Review the settings and click Apply to save settings.
Enable: Check box to enable SSID
SSID (VAP): Enter the SSID you would like to apply.
BSSID: MAC address of the SSID
SSID Advertise: Select to broadcast SSID.
4. See section Secure your wireless network to configure wireless security settings.
Additional Wireless Settings
Advanced > Advanced Wireless
These settings are advanced options that can be configured to change advanced
wireless broadcast specifications. It is recommended that these settings remain set to
their default values unless you are knowledgeable about the effects of changing these
values. Changing these settings incorrectly can degrade performance.
1. Log into your router management page (see “Access your router management page”
on page 22).
2. Click on Advanced, and click on Advanced Wireless. Click Apply to save settings.
SSID Advertise: Select enable to broadcast the SSID or wireless network name.