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Table of Contents
Product Overview ...........................................................................1
Package Contents .......................................................................................................... 1
Features......................................................................................................................... 2
Product Hardware Features........................................................................................... 3
Application Diagram ...................................................................................................... 4
Router Setup...................................................................................5
Creating a Home Network ............................................................................................. 5
Router Installation ......................................................................................................... 6
Connect additional wired devices to your network....................................................... 9
Basic Router Settings.....................................................................10
Access your router management page........................................................................ 10
Network Status ............................................................................................................ 10
Committing your router configuration changes .......................................................... 11
Wireless Settings ......................................................................................................... 12
Guest Network............................................................................................................. 13
Parental Control........................................................................................................... 15
Access Rule (MAC/IP Filter) ............................................................................... 15
Website Filter..................................................................................................... 17
Wireless Networking and Security .................................................18
How to choose the type of security for your wireless network .................................. 18
Secure your wireless network ..................................................................................... 19
Connect wireless devices to your router ..................................................................... 21
Connect wireless devices using WPS ........................................................................... 21
PBC (Software/Virtual Push Button).................................................................. 22
PIN (Personal Identification Number)................................................................ 22
Advanced wireless settings.......................................................................................... 23
Multiple SSID ..................................................................................................... 23
Wireless bridging using WDS (Wireless Distribution System) ........................... 24
Wireless Client Bridge Mode ............................................................................. 26
Advanced Settings ............................................................................................. 28
Steps to improve wireless connectivity....................................................................... 30
Advanced Router Settings .............................................................31
Change your router login password ............................................................................ 31
Manually configure your Internet connection ............................................................ 31
IPv6 Settings ................................................................................................................ 32
Clone a MAC address................................................................................................... 33
Change your router IP address .................................................................................... 33
Set up the DHCP server on your router ....................................................................... 34
Set up DHCP reservation ............................................................................................. 35
Enable/disable UPnP on your router........................................................................... 36
Enable/disable Application Layer Gateways (ALG)...................................................... 36
Allow/deny multicast streaming.................................................................................. 37
Identify your network on the Internet ........................................................................ 37
Set your router date and time..................................................................................... 38
Create schedules ......................................................................................................... 39
Access Control (IP Protocol Filter) ............................................................................... 40
Inbound Filter .............................................................................................................. 41
Open a device on your network to the Internet.......................................................... 42
DMZ ................................................................................................................... 42
Virtual Server............................................................................................................... 42
Special Applications ........................................................................................... 44
Allow remote access to your router management page .................46
Add static routes ......................................................................................................... 46
Enable Dynamic Routing.............................................................................................. 47

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Using External USB Storage ...........................................................48
File Sharing Server ....................................................................................................... 48
iTunes Server ..................................................................................................... 48
DLNA Server....................................................................................................... 48
Samba Server ..................................................................................................... 48
FTP (File Transfer Protocol) Server .............................................................................. 50
BitTorrent Client Settings ............................................................................................ 51
Virtual Private Networking (VPN) ..................................................52
Creating a Virtual Private Network.............................................................................. 52
Router Maintenance & Monitoring................................................58
Reset your router to factory defaults .......................................................................... 58
Router Default Settings ............................................................................................... 58
Backup and restore your router configuration settings .............................................. 59
Reboot your router...................................................................................................... 59
Upgrade your router firmware .................................................................................... 60
Allow/deny ping requests to your router from the Internet ....................................... 62
How to capture network packets ................................................................................ 62
Diagnostic Tools........................................................................................................... 63
Ping Watchdog............................................................................................................. 63
Auto Reboot................................................................................................................. 64
Wireless Client List....................................................................................................... 64
Check the router system information ......................................................................... 65
View your router log.................................................................................................... 67
Router Management Page Structure ............................................. 68
Technical Specifications ................................................................ 69
Troubleshooting ...........................................................................71
Appendix ......................................................................................72

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Product Overview
TEW-827DRU
Package Contents
In addition to your router and 4 detachable high gain antennas, the package includes:
If any package contents are missing or damaged, please contact the retail store, online
retailer, or reseller/distributor from which the product was purchased.

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Features
TRENDnet’s AC2600 MU-MIMO WiFi Router, model TEW-827DRU, is built to perform in
a busy connected home. It generates two quad-stream WiFi networks—a 1,733Mbps
WiFi AC and a concurrent 800Mbps WiFi N network. MU-MIMO technology processes
multiple data streams simultaneously, increasing real-time WiFi performance when
multiple devices access the network. Use the gigabit Ethernet ports and USB 3.0 share
port to further extend network connectivity.
Easy Setup
Get up and running in minutes with the intuitive guided setup
AC2600 WiFi
Concurrent dual band, quad-stream 1,733Mbps WiFi AC + 800Mbps WiFi N bands
MU-MIMO Performance
MU-MIMO technology enables the router to processes multiple data streams
simultaneously—with so many connected devices in today’s home, MU-MIMO increases
real-time WiFi performance
Pre-Encrypted Wireless
For added convenience the WiFi is pre-encrypted with its own unique password
Wireless Coverage
External high gain antennas maximize wireless coverage
Gigabit Ports
Four gigabit ports support high performance wired connections
USB 3.0 Share Port
Share content across the network with the USB 3.0 share port
Guest Network
Create an isolated WiFi network for guest internet access only
Parental Controls
Limit access to specific websites and control connected device access to the network
Targeted Beamforming
Beamforming increases real-time performance by directing stronger wireless signals to
your specific location
File Sharing Support
Management controls to optimize BitTorrent sharing, iTunes server streams, and Samba
(SMB) clients
*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. For maximum performance of up to 1.733 Gbps use with a 1.733
Gbps 802.11ac wireless adapter. For maximum performance of up to 800 Mbps, use with an 800
Mbps 802.11n wireless adapter. Multi-User MIMO (MU-MIMO) requires the use of multiple MU-
MIMO enabled wireless adapters.
** Due to regulatory requirements, the wireless channels specified cannot be statically assigned,
but will be available within the available wireless channels when set to auto.

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Product Hardware Features
Rear View
No
Item
Description
1
USB 3.0 Port
Connect USB storage devices to share over the
network via FTP or Windows® SMB/CIFS, Samba,
BitTorrent client, iTunes Server, and DLNA server.
2
Gigabit LAN Ports 1-4
(Black)
Connect Ethernet cables (also called network cables)
from your router LAN ports to your wired network
devices.
3
Gigabit WAN/Internet
Port
(Yellow)
Connect an Ethernet cable from your router Internet
port to your modem.
4
WPS Button (Wi-Fi
Protected Setup)
Push and hold this button for 3 seconds and release to
activate WPS. The Power LED on front panel will blink
when WPS is activated.
5
On/Off Power Switch
Push the router On/Off power switch to turn your
router “On” (Inner position) or “Off” (Outer position).
6
Power Port
Connect the included power adapter from your router
power port and to an available power outlet.
7
Reset Button
Using a pen or paperclip, push and hold the reset
button for 15 seconds and release to reset the router.

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Front View
No
Item
Description
1
Power/WPS LED
Solid Blue –Device is on
Blinking Blue –WPS is activated.
Off –No power
2
Internet Port LED
Solid Blue –Internet port is physically connected
Blinking Blue –Data Transmit/Receive.
Off –Internet port is physically disconnected.
3
Gigabit LAN Ports 1-4
LEDs
Solid Blue –LAN port is physically connected
Blinking Blue –Data Transmit/Receive.
Off –LAN port is physically disconnected.
4
2.4GHz/5GHz
Wireless LEDs
Solid Blue –2.4GHz/5GHz radio is on.
Blinking Blue –Data Transmit/Receive.
Off –2.4GHz/5GHz radio is off.
5
USB LED
Solid Blue –USB device is connected.
Blinking Blue –Data Transmit/Receive.
Off –No USB device connected.
Application Diagram
The router is installed near the modem (typically supplied by your ISP “Internet Service Provider”)
and physically connected to it from the router’s Internet port to the modem’s network port which
connects to the Internet. 2.4GHz wireless signals from the router are broadcasted to wireless
clients such as laptops (with wireless capability) and the less congested 5GHz wireless signals from
the router are broadcasted to other wireless client devices such as TVs, game consoles, or media
bridges thereby providing Internet access for all wireless client devices.

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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).
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 Ethernet 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 an Ethernet port (also called 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. Make sure that your modem is working properly. Your modem is often provided by
your Internet Service Provider (ISP) when you sign up for Internet service. If your
modem is not working contact your ISP to verify functionality.
3. Set up your router. See “How to setup your router” below.
4. To connect additional wired computers or wired network devices to your network,
see “Connect additional wired devices to your network” on page 9.
5. To set up wireless security on your router, see “Wireless Networking and Security” on
page 18.
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.
1. Obtain IP Address Automatically (Dynamic IP/DHCP)
Host Name:_______________ (Optional, if required by ISP for Compatibilty)
Primary DNS Server Address: _____. _____._____._____ (Optional)
Secondary DNS Servers Address : _____. _____._____._____ (Optional)
MTU:_______ (Default: 1500, change if required by ISP)
MAC Address: ___:___:___:___:___:___ Clone your PC MAC Address (Optional)
2. Static IP/Fixed IP address
IP Address: _____. _____._____._____ (e.g. 215.24.24.129)
Subnet Mask: _____. _____._____._____
Default Gateway IP Address: _____. _____._____._____
Primary DNS Server Address: _____. _____._____._____
Secondary DNS Servers Address : _____. _____._____._____ (Optional)
MTU:_______ (Default: 1500, change if required by ISP)
MAC Address: ___:___:___:___:___:___ Clone your PC MAC Address (Optional)
3. PPPoE Dynamic IP (DHCP) / PPPoE Static IP –Standard & Russian
Type (Dynamic IP/DHCP or Static IP)
IP Address (Static IP): _____. _____._____._____ (e.g. 215.24.24.129)
Username: _________
Password: ________________
Service Name: _________________ (Optional)
DNS Servers Address 1 (Static IP): _____. _____._____._____
DNS Servers Address 2 (Static IP): _____. _____._____._____ (Optional)
Reconnect Mode: Always / On Demand / Manual (Optional)
MTU:_______ (Default: 1500, change if required by ISP)
MAC Address: ___:___:___:___:___:___ Clone your PC MAC Address (Optional)
4. PPTP - Standard & Russian
Type (Dynamic IP/DHCP or Static IP)
PPTP IP Address: _____. _____._____._____ (e.g. 215.24.24.129)
PPTP Subnet Mask: _____. _____._____._____ (e.g. 255.255.255.0)
PPTP Gateway:_____. _____._____._____ (e.g. 215.24.24.1)
PPTP Server: _____________________ (e.g. 215.24.24.150)
Username: _________
Password: ________________
Reconnect Mode: Always / On Demand / Manual (Optional)
DNS Servers Address 1 (Static IP): _____. _____._____._____
DNS Servers Address 2 (Static IP): _____. _____._____._____ (Optional)
MTU:_______ (Default: 1500, change if required by ISP)
MAC Address: ___:___:___:___:___:___ Clone your PC MAC Address (Optional)
MPPE (Microsoft® Point-to-Point Encryption) w/ MS-CHAPv2 Enabled:____(Yes or No)
5. L2TP - Standard & Russian
Type (Dynamic IP/DHCP or Static IP)
L2TP IP Address: _____. _____._____._____ (e.g. 215.24.24.129)
L2TP Subnet Mask: _____. _____._____._____ (e.g. 255.255.255.0)
L2TP Gateway:_____. _____._____._____ (e.g. 215.24.24.1)
L2TP Server: _____________________ (e.g. 215.24.24.150)
Username: _________
Password: ________________
Reconnect Mode: Always / On Demand / Manual (Optional)
DNS Servers Address 1 (Static IP): _____. _____._____._____
DNS Servers Address 2 (Static IP): _____. _____._____._____ (Optional)
MTU:_______ (Default: 1500, change if required by ISP)
MAC Address: ___:___:___:___:___:___ Clone your PC MAC Address (Optional)
MPPE (Microsoft® Point-to-Point Encryption) w/ MS-CHAPv2 Enabled:____(Yes or No)

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Hardware Installation
1. Attach the antennas to the router and position them for the best WiFi coverage. It is
recommended that you position all of the antennas vertically as shown below.
2. Verify that you have an Internet connection when connecting your computer directly
to your modem.
3. Turn off your modem.
4. Disconnect the Network cable from your computer to your modem.
Note: If your modem includes a battery backup, remove the battery backup as well.
5. Connect your modem to the router Internet port (yellow).
6. Connect your computer to one of the router LAN ports (black).
7. Connect the power adapter to the router and then to a power outlet. Push the power
on the back of the router to the On (Inner) position.
8. Turn on your modem.
9. Verify that the blue LEDs on the front of the router (Power, Internet, 2.4G, 5G) and
port number of your connected computer (1, 2, 3, or 4) are on.

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Setup Wizard
1. Open your web browser (e.g. Internet Explorer, Firefox, Safari, Chrome, or Opera) and
the wizard will automatically appear.
Note: If you have already configured your router before, the wizard will no longer
appear automatically. In your web browser, go to http://tew-827dru or you can access
the router management using the default IP address http://192.168.10.1. Your router
will prompt you for a user name and password. Enter your user name and password
and click Advanced > Setup > Wizard.
2. Select your Language and click Next.
3. The wizard will automatically detect your Internet connection.
Note: If the wizard is unable to detect your Internet connection type, you will be
prompted to select it. Select your Internet connection type and click Next.
Note: Dynamic IP (DHCP) is typical for most Internet services. You can verify your
settings with your Internet Service Provider.
4. Confirm your settings. This window displays your predefined router wireless settings
and click Save to complete the wizard.
Note: For added security, the router wireless network is pre-encrypted with its own
unique wireless network security key. You can find the unique network security key and
the pre-assigned network name (SSID) on a sticker on the side of the router and on a
label on the bottom of the router. You will need this information to connect to the
router. To change the network security key, refer to page 19 “Secure your wireless
network”. If the router is reset to factory defaults, the wireless encryption will reset to
the network security key printed on the product labels of the router.
Please wait while changes are being applied. On the following screen, click Back to go
back to router login page.

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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 Ethernet cables to connect them to one of the available LAN ports labeled 1,2,3,4 on
your router.
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.

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Basic Router Settings
Access your router management page
Note: Your router management page URL/domain name http://tew-827dru or IP
address http://192.168.10.1 is accessed through the use of your Internet web browser
(e.g. Internet Explorer®, Firefox®, Chrome™, Safari®, Opera™) and will be referenced
frequently in this User’s Guide.
1. Open your web browser and go to URL/domain name http://tew-827dru or IP address
http://192.168.10.1. Your router will prompt you for a user name and password.
2. 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. Enter your Username and Password, select your preferred language, then
click Login.
User Name: admin
Password: (xxxxxxxx)
Note: User Name and Password are case sensitive.
Network Status
Basic > Network Status
This section displays a brief summary of the router’s basic settings and the connected
devices.
1. Log into your router management page (see “Access your router management page”
on page 10).
2. Click on Basic and click on Network Status.

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Internet: The Internet icon displays green to indicate that your router
has successfully established an Internet connection. The Internet icon
displays orange to indicate that a physical connection has been
established on the Internet port of the router but with no successful
Internet connection has been established. The Internet icon displays
red to indicate that the Internet is physically disconnected.
Guest Network: The Guest Network icon displays orange to indicate
that there are no wireless guest networks currently enabled. The
Guest Network icon will display green to indicate that you have at
least one wireless guest network currently enabled.
USB: The USB icon displays orange to indicate that there are no USB
devices connect to the USB port(s). The USB icon displays green to
indicate that are USB devices connected to the USB port(s).
Wireless: The wireless icon displays green to indicate that wireless is
enabled on both 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands. The wireless icon displays
orange to indicate that only wireless band is enabled (2.4GHz or
5GHz). The wireless icon will display red to indicate that wireless is
disabled on both 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands.
Wireless Security: The wireless security section will display the
current security settings configured for your wireless networks. It is
strongly recommended to enable security on your wireless networks.
Connected Devices: The connected devices section displays the list of
network devices currently connected to your router.
Committing your router configuration changes
Apply/Discard Changes
The router allows you to make multiple changes to the configuration and apply or
discard all the configuration changes you have made all at the same time using the
Apply/Discard Changes section in the router management page.
After you have made multiple changes in the router configuration page, you will notice
the Apply/Discard Changes counter with increase from 0 depending on the amount of
changes you have applied. If the counter is not 0, you have pending configuration
changes that will need to be applied.
Once you have completed your changes, to commit your changes to the router, you
must click on the Apply/Discard section in the router management page, and click
Apply & Reboot to commit the changes to the router. You can also click Discard to click
discard all of the changes you have configured.
IMPORTANT NOTE: If you do not apply changes under the Apply/Discard section after
you have made your router configuration changes, your router configuration changes
will not be applied.

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Wireless Settings
Basic > Wireless (2.4GHz or 5GHz)
This section outlines available management options under basic wireless sub tab for
both 2.4GHz and 5GHz wireless sections. You can refer to the page 18 Wireless
Networking & Security to configure your wireless security settings.
1. Log into your router management page (see “Access your router management page”
on page 10).
2. Click on Wireless and click on Basic scroll down to Wireless Network Settings (2.4GHz
or 5GHz)
3. To save changes to this section, click Save when finished. Commit your changes to the
router by clicking on Apply/Discard Changes in the left-hand menu, and click Apply &
Reboot.
Radio On/Off –Check the radio on/off button to enable/disable the wireless radio.
Note: It is recommended to keep wireless radios enabled.
New Schedule –The schedule function allows you to define a schedule when the
wireless should be turned on. To define a new schedule, click New Schedule and
refer to page 39 “ Create Schedules”. After you have created a new schedule,
click the drop-down list and the new schedule will be available for selection.
Note: Before applying scheduling, please ensure your Time settings are configured
correct and you have defined a schedule. See page 38 to configure Time Settings
and see page 39 “ Create Schedules” to create a schedule.
Wireless Mode: When applying the Wireless 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.
Wireless devices that support 802.11ac are backwards compatible and can connect
wirelessly at 802.11n or 802.11a.
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.
Connecting at 802.11a or 802.11n will limit the capability of your 802.11ac
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.
Allowing 802.11a or 802.11n devices to connect to an 802.11ac capable wireless
network may degrade the wireless network performance below the higher
performance and data rates of 802.11ac.
Wireless devices that only support 802.11n or 802.11a will not be able to connect
to a wireless network that is set to 802.11ac only mode.
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.
Wireless devices that only support 802.11a will not be able to connect to a wireless
network that is set to 802.11n only mode.
Wireless Network Name (SSID): Enter the wireless name (SSID) for your wireless
network. 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’s wireless name is unique to the device. If you choose to
change the SSID, change it to a name that you can easily remember.
Broadcast Network Name (SSID)
oEnable - allows wireless devices to search and discover your wireless network
name (also called SSID) broadcasted by your router.
oDisable - Turns off the ability for wireless devices to find your network. It is still
possible for wireless devices to be configured to connect to your wireless
network. Disabling this setting will disable WPS functionality.

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Frequency (Channel) –Selecting the AutoSelect option will set your router to scan
for the appropriate wireless channel to use automatically. 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.
Channel Width: Select the appropriate channel width for your wireless network.
This setting only applies to 802.11n and 802.11ac. For greater 802.11n
performance, select Auto 20/40MHz (Options: 20MHz or Auto 20/40MHz). It is
recommended to use the default channel bandwidth settings.
For greater 802.11ac performance, select Auto 20/40/80MHz (Options: 20MHz,
Auto 20/40MHz, Auto 20/40/80MHz). It is recommended to use the default channel
width settings.
Note: Please note that the default settings may provide more stability than the
higher channel bandwidth settings such as Auto 20/40/80MHz for connectivity in
busy wireless environments where there are several wireless networks in the area.
o20 MHz –This mode operates using a single 20MHz channel for
wireless devices connecting at 802.11n on both 2.4GHz and 5GHz. This
setting may provide more stability than 20/40MHz (Auto) for
connectivity in busy wireless environments where there are several
neighboring wireless networks in the area.
oAuto 20/40MHz (11n) or Auto 20/40/80MHz (11ac) –When this
setting is active, this mode is capable of providing higher performance
only if the wireless devices support the channel width settings.
Enabling Auto 20/40MHz or Auto 20/40/80 MHz typically results in
substantial performance increases when connecting an 802.11ac/n
wireless client.
Guest Network
Basic > Guest Network (2.4GHz or 5GHz)
Creating an isolated and separate wireless guest network (2.4GHz or 5GHz) allows
wireless clients to connect to your network for Internet access only and keep your local
LAN network safe by restricting guest access to your LAN network resources such as
shared documents and media files on your computers, network storage, and printers.
1. Log into your router management page (see “Access your router management page”
on page 10).
2. Click on Basic and click on Guest Network.
3. Review the Guest Zone settings. To save changes to this section, click Save when
finished. Commit your changes to the router by clicking on Apply/Discard Changes in
the left-hand menu, and click Apply & Reboot.
Choose which band to enable the Guest Network (Wireless –2.4GHz or 5GHz):
Radio On/Off –Check this option to enable the wireless guest network.
New Schedule –The schedule function allows you to define a schedule when the
wireless guest network should be turned on. To define a new schedule, click New
Schedule and refer to page 39 “ Create Schedules”. After you have created a new
schedule, click the drop-down list and the new schedule will be available for
selection. Note: Before applying scheduling, please ensure your Time settings are
configured correct and you have defined a schedule. See page 38 to configure
Time Settings and see page 39 “ Create Schedules” to create a schedule.
Wireless Network Name (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. It is recommended to use a different name from your primary
wireless network to a name that you can easily identify and differentiate from the
primary. You can reference your guests to access this network instead of the
primary.

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Internet Access Only –When this option is checked, wireless client devices
connected to your guest network(s) will be restricted from accessing your private
LAN and wireless clients connected to your primary wireless network and allowed
Internet access only. If unchecked, allows wireless client devices connected your
guest network(s) complete access to your private LAN, primary wireless network,
and Internet.
Wireless Client Isolation –When this option is checked, wireless client devices
connected to your guest network(s) will be restricted from accessing other client
devices connected to your guest
network(s).
4. Under Security Mode, you can apply a different wireless security type and key to the
guest network. Please refer to page 18 to find out about different security types and
page 19 for wireless security configuration.
Security Mode –Select the wireless security to use for the guest network.

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Parental Control
Basic > Parental Control
Parental control settings allow you to set up restrictions/filters specifically who is
allowed or denied access to your network for a specified period of time and restricted
access to web content.
Access Rule (MAC/IP Filter)
Basic > Parental Control
Every network device has a unique, 12-digit MAC (Media Access Control) address. Every
network device must be assigned or configured with a specific IP address in order to
communicate with your network which is typically assigned by your router DHCP server
automatically. Using access rules, you can deny specific computers and other devices
from using this router’s wired or wireless network by specifying the MAC address or IP
address.
1. Log into your router management page (see “Access your router management page”
on page 10).
2. Click on Basic, click on Parental Control.
3. Check Enable to enable the access rule.
4. Enter a Computer Name.
Note: If the network device is connected to your router, you can also click the drop-down
list to choose one of the network devices (MAC Address/IP Address) detected by your
router.
5. Select which Address Type to apply the filter. (MAC Address or IP Address)
Note: If you device is not listed, please refer to your computer or device documentation
to find the MAC address.
6. If the MAC or IP address was not copied by selecting the Host Name from the drop-
down list in Step 4, manually enter the MAC Address or IP Address in the field.
Otherwise, move on to the next step.
7. Schedule –The schedule function allows you to define a schedule when the access
should be allowed for the specified device MAC address or IP address. To define a new
schedule, in the Schedule section, click Define and a table will appear to define the time
slots when access is allowed for that specific device MAC or IP address. Note: Before
defining a schedule, please ensure your Time settings are configured correctly. See page
38 to configure Time Settings.

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8. To define the time slots to allow access for specific days, simply click on a box
corresponding to the day and time slot allocated and the box will turn blue indicating
that access has been allowed for that period on that day.
For example: To allow access on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 5AM to 6AM, click on
those corresponding boxes.
When finished setting the time slots allowed, click OK.
9. Click Save to add the rule to the table.
Note: In the Parental Control List, you can edit a rule by clicking under the Edit
column next to the rule you would like to edit. You can also delete a rule or specific rules
by checking the box under the Delete column next to the rule(s) you would like to delete.
Then click Delete those checked rules. If you would like to delete all rules, click Delete All.

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Website Filter
Basic > Parental Control
You may want to block computers or devices on your network access to specific
websites (e.g. www.xxxxxxxxx.com, etc.), also called domains or URLs (Uniform Resource
Locators). You may also apply a schedule when these websites are allowed or denied.
1. Log into your router management page (see “Access your router management page”
on page 10).
2. Click on Basic and click on Parental Control.
3. Check Enable to enable the web URL filter rule.
4. Enter a Rule Name.
5. Enter a URL (ex. www.xxxxxxxx.com) to apply for the filter or block
6. Schedule–The schedule function allows you to define a schedule when the access
should be active and blocking the specified website. To define a new schedule, in the
Schedule section, click Define and a table will appear to define the time slots when the
specified URL/website should be blocked.
Note: Before defining a schedule, please ensure your Time settings are configured
correctly. See page 38 to configure Time Settings.
8. To define the time slots to block access to the specified URL/websites for specific
days, simply click on a box corresponding to the day and time slot allocated and the box
will turn blue indicating that access has been blocked for that period on that day.
For example: To block access to the website on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 5AM to
6AM, click on those corresponding boxes.
When finished setting the time slots allowed, click OK.
9. Click Add to add the access rule to the table.
Note: Clicking Reset will discard your settings and clear all fields.
Note: In the URL Fiter List, you can edit a rule by clicking under the Edit column
next to the rule you would like to edit. You can also delete a rule by clicking under
the Delete column next to the rule you would like to delete.