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Table of contents
Product Overview ...........................................................................4
Package Contents .......................................................................................................... 4
Features ......................................................................................................................... 4
Product Hardware Features.............................................................5
Application Diagram ...................................................................................................... 6
Wireless Performance Considerations .......................................................................... 7
Basic Router Setup ..........................................................................7
Creating a Home Network ............................................................................................. 7
Router Installation ......................................................................................................... 8
Connect additional wired devices to your network..................................................... 13
Wireless Networking and Security .................................................13
How to choose the type of security for your wireless network .................................. 13
Secure your wireless network ..................................................................................... 15
Connect wireless devices to your router ..................................................................... 16
Connect wireless devices using WPS ........................................................................... 16
Wireless 2.4GHz wireless settings ............................................................................... 17
Wireless 2.4GHz Guest Network.................................................................................. 19
Wireless 5GHz wireless settings .................................................................................. 19
Wireless 5Hz Guest Network ....................................................................................... 20
2.4GHz Wireless Distribution System (WDS) ............................................................... 21
5GHz Wireless Distribution System (WDS) .................................................................. 21
Steps to improve wireless connectivity ....................................................................... 22
Wireless 2.4GHz Advanced settings ............................................................................ 22
Wireless 5GHz Advanced settings ............................................................................... 23
Access Control Filters ....................................................................24
Access control basics ................................................................................................... 24
LAN Client Filter ............................................................................................................... 24
URL Filter.......................................................................................................................... 24
Wired LAN MAC Address Filters....................................................................................... 25
Wireless MAC Filters ........................................................................................................ 26
Advanced Router Setup ................................................................ 27
Access your router management page........................................................................ 27
Using the Configuration Menu ...................................................... 27
Change your router login password ............................................................................ 28
Change your router device name ................................................................................ 28
Manually configure your Internet connection ............................................................ 28
Clone a MAC address................................................................................................... 28
Change your router IP address.................................................................................... 29
Set up the DHCP server on your router....................................................................... 30
Set up DHCP reservation ............................................................................................. 31
Set up IPv6 on your router .......................................................................................... 31
Set your router date and time..................................................................................... 32
Set schedules ............................................................................................................... 33
QoS (Quality of Service)............................................................................................... 33
Enable Application Level Gateway (ALG)..................................................................... 34
Open a device on your network to the Internet.......................................................... 35
DMZ.................................................................................................................................. 35
Virtual Server ................................................................................................................... 36
Special Applications ......................................................................................................... 37
Gaming............................................................................................................................. 38
Add static routes to your router.................................................................................. 39
Enable/disable UPnP on your router........................................................................... 40
Identify your network on the Internet ........................................................................ 40
Share Files.................................................................................................................... 41

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Samba............................................................................................................................... 41
FTP.................................................................................................................................... 42
Administrator > File Sharing............................................................................................. 42
Remotely check router status...................................................................................... 43
Print Share Utility Installation .......................................................43
Windows Installation ................................................................................................... 43
MAC OS X Installation .................................................................................................. 44
Launching the Utility.................................................................................................... 45
Utility Main Window.................................................................................................... 45
Configure Server .......................................................................................................... 46
Connect........................................................................................................................ 46
Disconnect ................................................................................................................... 47
Sending a Request to Connect..................................................................................... 47
Connect to a Printer..................................................................................................... 48
Auto-Connect Printer................................................................................................... 49
Connect to a Scanner................................................................................................... 49
Router Maintenance & Monitoring................................................50
Reset your router to factory defaults .......................................................................... 50
Router Default Settings ............................................................................................... 50
Backup and restore your router configuration settings .............................................. 50
Reboot your router...................................................................................................... 51
Upgrade your router firmware .................................................................................... 52
Remotely check router status...................................................................................... 52
View your router log .................................................................................................... 53
Router Status ................................................................................53
Check the router system information ......................................................................... 53
Dynamic DHCP List....................................................................................................... 55
2.4GHz Wireless Station List........................................................................................ 56
5GHz Wireless Station List ........................................................................................... 56
QoS Wireless Station List ............................................................................................. 57
IPv6 Status ................................................................................................................... 57
Management Page Structure......................................................... 58
Technical Specifications ................................................................ 59
Troubleshooting ........................................................................... 60
Appendix ...................................................................................... 61

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Product Overview
Package Contents
In addition to the access point, the package includes:
•TEW-812DRU AC1750 Dual Band Wireless Router
•CD-ROM (Utility and User’s Guide)
•Multi-Language Quick Installation Guide
•Network cable Ethernet Cable (1.5m / 5ft.)
•Power Adapter (12V, 2A)
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 AC1750 Dual Band Wireless Router, model TEW-812DRU, produces the
ultimate wireless experience with gigabit wireless speeds. Manage two wireless
networks—the 1300 Mbps Wireless AC band for the fastest wireless available and the
450 Mbps Wireless N band to connect common wireless devices. The TEW-812DRU can
easily handle the demands of multiple HD streams in a busy connected home.
Plug in a USB flash or NAS drive to share HD videos and music across the network.
Gigabit ports on the back of the router maintain high speed wired connections. Create a
secure isolated guest network for guest internet access. Beamforming technology
directs the strongest signal to each connected device. Multiple-MIMO technology
enables communication with multiple devices simultaneously. Wi-Fi Protected Setup
(WPS) connects other WPS supported wireless adapters at the touch of a button.
Manage access to websites and file types with advanced access controls.
•4 x 10/100/1000 Mbps Auto-MDIX LAN ports
•1 x 10/100/1000 Mbps Internet port
•1 x USB 2.0 port for USB share (storage and printing***)
•1 x Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) button
•On / off power switch (EU version)
•Simultaneously transmit both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz wireless networks
•Compliant with the latest draft 802.11ac wireless technology*
•Backwards compatible with IEEE 802.11n/b/g/a wireless standards
•High-speed data rates of up to 1.3Gbps with 802.11ac* and 450Mbps with
802.11n on both 2.4GHz and 5GHz band**
•IPv6 (Internet Protocol v6) support
•FTP and Samba USB storage support
•Share USB peripheral devices over the network including; flash drives,
external hard drives and printers***
•Printer Control Center utility supports Windows 8 (32/64-bit), 7 (32/64-bit),
Vista (32/64-bit), Windows XP (32/64-bit), and Mac OS X 10.6/10.7/10.8
operating systems

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•Compatible with most popular cable / DSL Internet Service Providers using
Dynamic / Static IP, PPPoE, L2TP, and PPTP connection
•Firewall protection with Network Address Translation (NAT)
•Wireless Distribution System (WDS) support for wireless network bridging
•Advance wireless security of up to WPA2-RADIUS
•Wi-Fi Multimedia (WMM) and configurable WAN Quality of Service (QoS)
support
•Guest network support (3x per wireless band) with Internet access
restriction
•Internet Access Control with MAC, URL, Service Type, and IP Range filtering
•Internet Access Control Rule Scheduling: schedule access to websites, online
video games, Internet cameras and more for specific times throughout the
week
•One touch wireless connection using the WPS button
•Easy setup via Web browser using the latest versions of Internet Explorer,
FireFox, Safari, and Chrome
•Virtual server and Application Level Gateway (ALG) services for special
Internet applications
•Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) for auto discovery and support for device
configuration of Internet applications
•3-year limited warranty
*For maximum performance of up to 1.3 Gbps use with a 1.3 Gbps 802.11ac wireless adapter
**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
*** Printer Control Center utility installation required for each computer in order to access the
printer
Product Hardware Features
Rear View
•USB Share Port: Connect USB Storage device to share files through the network
or connect a USB printer to provide network printing through the network (utility
reuired for print sharing).
•WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) –Push and hold this button for 5 seconds to
activate WPS.
•Gigabit LAN ports: 4x Gigabit ports. Connect Ethernet cables (also called network
cables) from your router LAN ports to your wired network devices.
•Gigabit Internet port: Gigabit port. Connect an Ethernet cable from your router
WAN port to your modem.
Gigabit LAN
Ports
Gigabit
Internet Port
USB Share Port
Power Port
Reset
WPS Button

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•Power port: Connect the included power adapter from your router power port
and to an available power outlet.
•Reset (located in the bottom): Press and hold this button for 10 seconds to reset
your router to default settings
Front View
•USB: This indicator turns green indicating a USB device is connection.
•WPS LED: This indicator is turned on and blinks when WPS is activated. The LED
will turn off automatically once WPS is completed.
•Wireless (Link/Activity) LED: This turns green when a 2.4GHz client is connected
and turns blue when a 5GHz client is connected. If both types of wireless clients
are connected the LED will be blue. The LED indicator will blink during wireless
data transmission through your network.
•Gigabit LAN port 1-4 (Link/Activity) LED: This LED indicator is solid green when
wired clients are connected to the gigabit LAN ports of your unit. The LED
indicator will blink during data transmission through the LAN ports.
•Gigabit Internet (Link/Activity) LED – This LED indicator is solid green when your
router’s Internet port is physically connected to the modem’s network port. The
LED indicator will be blinking The LED indicator will blink during Internet data
transmission through your network.
•Power LED: This LED turns on when the unit is powered on.
Application Diagram
The router’s gigabit Internet port is connected to your Internet modem which is
connected to the Internet. Wireless signals from the router are broadcasted to wireless
clients such as laptops (with wireless capability), TVs or media bridges thereby providing
Internet access.

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Wireless Performance Considerations
There are a number of factors that can impact the range of wireless devices.
1. Adjust your wireless devices so that the signal is traveling in a straight path, rather
than at an angle. The more material the signal has to pass through the more signal
you will lose.
2. 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.
3. 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.
4. 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.
5. 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.
6. Any device operating on the 2.4GHz frequency will cause interference. Devices such
as 2.4GHz cordless phones or other wireless remotes operating on the 2.4GHz
frequency can potentially drop the wireless signal. Although the phone may not be
in use, the base can still transmit wireless signal. Move the phone’s base station as
far away as possible from your wireless devices.
If you are still experiencing low or no signal consider repositioning the wireless devices
or installing additional access points. The use of higher gain antennas may also provide
the necessary coverage depending on the environment.
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).
•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.

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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 13.
5. To set up wireless networking on your router, see “Wireless Networking and Security”
on page 13.
How to setup your router
Refer to the Quick Installation Guide or continue to the next section “Router
Installation” on page 8 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)
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 (DHCP)
Host Name (Optional)
Clone Mac Address (Optional)
2. Fixed IP address
WAN IP Address: _____. _____._____._____
(e.g. 215.24.24.129)
WAN Subnet Mask: _____. _____._____._____
WAN Gateway IP Address: _____. _____._____._____
DNS Server Address 1: _____. _____._____._____
DNS Server Address 2: _____. _____._____._____
3. PPPoE to obtain IP automatically
User Name: _________
Password: ________________
Verify Password: ________________
4. PPPoE with a fixed IP address
User Name: _________
Password: ________________
Verify Password: ________________
IP Address: ____. _____._____._____ (e.g. 215.24.24.129)

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5. PPTP or Russian PPTP
Type (Dynamic IP or Static IP)
My IP Address: _____. _____._____._____
(e.g. 215.24.24.129)
Subnet Mask:_____. _____._____._____
Gateway:_____. _____._____._____
Server IP: _____. _____._____._____
PPTP Account: ________________
PPTP Password: ________________
Retype Password: ________________
6. L2TP or Russia L2TP
Type (Dynamic IP or Static IP)
My IP Address: _____. _____._____._____
(e.g. 215.24.24.129)
Subnet Mask:_____. _____._____._____
Gateway:_____. _____._____._____
Server IP: _____. _____._____._____
L2TP Account: ________________
L2TP Password: ________________
Retype Password: ________________
7. Russia PPPoE
Type (Dynamic IP or Static IP)
User Name: _________
Password: ________________
Verify Password: ________________
IP Address: ____. _____._____._____ (e.g. 215.24.24.129)
Hardware Installation
1. Verify that you have an Internet connection when connecting your computer directly
to your modem.
2. Turn off your modem.
3. Disconnect the Network cable from your computer to your modem.
4. Using a Network cable, connect the gigabit Internet port on the router to your
modem.
5. Using another Network cable, connect your computer to one of the four gigabit LAN
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6. Plug in the power adapter, connect it to the router’s power port, and then push the
On/Off Power Switch to the “On” position (pushed in).
7. Turn on your modem.
8. Verify that the following front panel LED indicators on your router: Power (Solid
Green), Gigabit LAN 1, 2, 3, or 4 (Solid/Blinking Green for ports for which devices are
connected), WAN (Solid/Blinking Green).
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. Enter the default user name and password and then click Login.
Default User Name: admin
Default Password: admin
3. Click on the Administrator button and then Wizard button on the left side.
Power
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4. Click “Launch Internet Connection Setup Wizard” to setup your Internet connection on
the router.
5. Click Next to begin the wizard
6. Select your Internet connection type and click Next to continue. Note: The most
common Internet connection used is DHCP.
7. Verify if your settings are correct and click Apply to complete the Internet Setup
Wizard.
8. Click OK to apply your settings.
9. The router will reboot once the process is completed.
The TEW-812DRU’s wireless network is pre-encrypted with wireless security. These
settings can be found on a sticker placed on the unit and the device label below the unit.
If you would like to change those settings continue to the next step to launch the
wireless security wizard.
1. Click the Wizard button again to run the Wireless Setup Wizard.

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2. Click “Launch Wireless Security Setup Wizard”.
3. Select which wireless network you would like to configure and click Next to begin.
4. Enter the Wireless Network Name (SSID) you would like to assign your wireless
network. This name will be used when connecting to your wireless network. Click Next
to continue
5. Select the type of wireless security to use. Click Next to continue. It is recommended
to use a wireless security to protect your wireless network from any intruders.
6. Enter the password or encryption key assigned to your wireless network. Click Next
to continue.
7. Verify your wireless settings are correct and click Apply.
Note: Save your wireless settings in a location you can find easily, in case you forget the
applied wireless settings.

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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. 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-Auto: 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
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.
Gigabit
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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
(802.11n devices
will operate at
802.11g to connect
using this standard)
IEEE 802.11a/b/g
(802.11n devices
will operate at
802.11g to connect
using this
standard) IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n
Highest
Performance
Under This
Setting Up to 54Mbps Up to 54Mbps
Up to 450Mbps
(2.4Ghz) and
1.3Gbps (5Ghz) *
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/ac data rate supported by the device (150Mbps,
300Mbps, 450Mbps or 1.3Gbps)

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Secure your wireless network
Wireless > Security
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 13), you can set up
wireless security.
1. Log into your router management page (see “Access your router management page”
on page 26).
2. Select the Wireless band you would like to configure
3. Click on Security section.
4. 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. This security type is available only when 802.11 n-
mode is set to Off.
•Current Network Key 1-4
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)
•WEP Key – Choose the key length 64-bit or 128-bit.
Note: It is recommended to use 128-bit because it is more secure to use a key that
consists of more characters.
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The following section outlines options when selecting PSK (Preshared Key Protocol),
•WPA Encryption: Select a Cipher Type to use. When selecting WPA-PSK security, it
is recommended to use TKIP + AES.
oWhen selecting WPA2-PSK Mixed security, it is recommended to use TKIP+AES.
oWhen selecting WPA2-PSK security, it is recommended to use AES.
•WPA passphrase:Enter the passphrase.
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.)
•Network Key Rotation Interval: Enter the time interval (seconds) of when the
network key will rotate. passphrase.
Note: Your passphrase will not change, rotation key is design to rotate the key to
prevent wireless intruders.
Selecting WPA, WPA2, or WPA2Mixed:
The following section outlines options when selecting WPA. WPA2 or WPA2 Mixed or
EAP (Extensible Authentication Protocol). Also known as called Remote Authentication
Dial-In User Service or RADIUS.
Note: This security type requires an external RADIUS server, PSK only requires you to
create a passphrase.
•Radius Server:Enter the IP address of the RADIUS server. (e.g. 192.168.10.250)
•Radius Port: Enter the port your RADIUS server is configured to use for RADIUS
authentication.
Note: It is recommended to use port 1812.
•RADIUS Key: Enter the 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 58 for general information on connecting to a wireless
network.
Connect wireless devices using WPS
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
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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•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. A
blue LED on your router WPS button will flash indicating that the WPS setup process has
been activated on your router. (See “Product Hardware Features” on page 5)
For connecting additional WPS supported devices, repeat this process for each
additional device.
PBC (Software/Virtual Push Button)
Wireless >WiFi Protected 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 26).
2. Select the wireless band you would like to configure and click on WPS.
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 under WPS action click on the Add
Enrollee button.
PIN (Personal Identification Number)
Wireless >WiFi Protected 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 26).
2. Select the wireless band you would like to configure and click on WPS.
3. Next to Station PIN, enter the WPS PIN of the wireless device you are connecting and
click the Add Enrollee button.
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.
Wireless 2.4GHz wireless settings
2.4GHz Wireless > Basic
This section outlines available management options for your router’s 2.4GHz wireless
network.
1. Log into your router management page (see “Access your router management page”
on page 26).
2. Click on Wireless 2.4GHz and click on Basic.

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3. To save changes to this section, click Apply when finished.
•Multiple SSID: Select which SSID you would like to configure. The Wireless Name
(SSID) will be blank if additional SSID’s have not been configured. This router
supports 3 additional SSIDs.
Note: You will need to use one of the additional SSIDs to configure as your guest
network. Please refer to Wireless 2.4GHz Guest Network section for more
details.
•Radio On/Off:
oOn: Turns on wireless radio
oOff: Turns off wireless radio.
•802.11 n-mode
oAuto: Router will only operate in 802.11n mode only
oOff: Select this option if you have non 802.11n wireless clients (802.11b/g).
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.
•Wireless 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. By default, the router’s wireless name is unique to the device. the
wireless network name. If you choose to change the SSID, change it to a name that
you can easily remember.
•Broadcast Network Name (SSID):
oEnabled allows wireless devices to search and discover your wireless network
name (also called SSID) broadcasted by your router.
oDisabled 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.
•Frequency (Channel): To manually set the channel on which the router will
broadcast, uncheck Auto Channel, then 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 Bandwidth: Select the channel bandwidth you would like the router to
operate in. For greater performance, select 40MHz.

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•MCS:Select the speed you would like your wireless network to operate. For best
results select Auto.
Wireless 2.4GHz Guest Network
2.4GHz Wireless > Guest Network
This section outlines how to setup your wireless network on the 2.4GHz wireless band
and available management options. Multiple SSID feature has to be used to configure
your wireless guest network.
1. Log into your router management page (see “Access your router management page”
on page 26).
2. Click on Wireless 2.4GHz and click on Guest Network.
3. Review the Guest Network section, click Apply when finished.
•Wireless Name (SSID): Select from the pull down menu the wireless name (SSID)
you would like to assign as your guest network.
•Network Bridge: Select which option you would like to assign the selected SSID
oLAN: Select this option to have the selected SSID operate in your local network
oGuest: Select this option to have the selected SSID operate asyour guest network.
•Internet Access Only: Select On if you want to give your guest network access to
the Internet only and not to your local network.
Wireless 5GHz wireless settings
5GHz Wireless > Basic
This section outlines available management options for your router’s 2.4GHz wireless
network.
1. Log into your router management page (see “Access your router management page”
on page 26).
2. Click on Wireless 5GHz and click on Basic.
3. To save changes to this section, click Apply when finished.
•Multiple SSID: Select which SSID you would like to configure. The Wireless Name
(SSID) will be blank if additional SSID’s have not been configured. This wireless
router supports 3 additional SSIDs
•Radio On/Off:
oOn: Turns on wireless radio
oOff: Turns off wireless radio.

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•802.11 mode
oAuto: Router will only operate in 802.11n/ac mode only
oOff: Select this option if you have non 802.11n/ac wireless clients (802.11a).
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.
•Wireless 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. By default, the router 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):
oEnabled allows wireless devices to search and discover your wireless network
name (also called SSID) broadcasted by your router.
oDisabled 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.
•Frequency (Channel): To manually set the channel on which the router will
broadcast, uncheck Auto Channel, then 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 Bandwidth: Select the channel bandwidth you would like the router to
operate in. For greater performance, select 80MHz.
•MCS: Select the speed you would like your wireless network to operate. For best
results select Auto.
Wireless 5Hz Guest Network
5GHz Wireless > Guest Network
This section outlines how to setup your wireless network on the 5GHz wireless band and
available management options. Multiple SSID feature has to be used to configure your
wireless guest network.
1. Log into your router management page (see “Access your router management page”
on page 26).
2. Click on Wireless 5GHz and click on Guest Network.