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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..................................................... 11
Basic Router Settings.....................................................................12
Access your router management page........................................................................ 12
Network Status ............................................................................................................ 12
Committing your router configuration changes ..............Error! Bookmark not defined.
Wireless Settings ......................................................................................................... 15
Guest Network............................................................................................................. 16
Parental Control........................................................................................................... 18
Access Rule (MAC/IP Filter) ............................................................................... 18
Website Filter..................................................................................................... 20
Web Management System (Router Limits™)...................Error! Bookmark not defined.
Setup your router with Router Limits....................Error! Bookmark not defined.
Router Limits Content Management .....................Error! Bookmark not defined.
Wireless Networking and Security.................................................21
How to choose the type of security for your wireless network .................................. 21
Secure your wireless network ..................................................................................... 22
Connect wireless devices to your router ..................................................................... 24
Connect wireless devices using WPS ........................................................................... 24
PBC (Software/Virtual Push Button).................................................................. 25
PIN (Personal Identification Number)................................................................ 25
Advanced wireless settings ......................................................................................... 26
Multiple SSID ..................................................................................................... 26
Wireless bridging using WDS (Wireless Distribution System) ........................... 27
Wireless Client Bridge Mode ............................................................................. 29
Advanced Settings ............................................................................................. 31
Steps to improve wireless connectivity....................................................................... 33
Advanced Router Settings.............................................................14
Change your router login password ............................................................................ 14
Manually configure your Internet connection ............................................................ 14
IPv6 Settings ................................................................................................................ 33
Clone a MAC address................................................................................................... 35
Change your router IP address .................................................................................... 36
Set up the DHCP server on your router ....................................................................... 36
Set up DHCP reservation ............................................................................................. 37
Enable/disable UPnP on your router........................................................................... 39
Enable/disable Application Layer Gateways (ALG)...................................................... 39
Denial of Service (DoS) ................................................................................................ 40
Allow/deny multicast streaming.................................................................................. 40
IPv6 Firewall ................................................................................................................ 41
Identify your network on the Internet ........................................................................ 42
Set your router date and time..................................................................................... 43
Create schedules ......................................................................................................... 44
Access Control (IP Protocol Filter) ............................................................................... 45
Inbound Filter .............................................................................................................. 46
Open a device on your network to the Internet.......................................................... 47
DMZ ................................................................................................................... 47

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Virtual Server............................................................................................................... 47
Special Applications ........................................................................................... 49
Allow remote access to your router management page .................51
Add static routes.......................................................................................................... 51
Enable Dynamic Routing.............................................................................................. 52
Using External USB Storage ...........................................................53
File Sharing Server ....................................................................................................... 53
iTunes Server ..................................................................................................... 53
DLNA Server....................................................................................................... 53
Samba Server..................................................................................................... 53
FTP (File Transfer Protocol) Server .............................................................................. 55
BitTorrent Client Settings ............................................................................................ 56
Virtual Private Networking (VPN) ..................................................57
Creating a Virtual Private Network.............................................................................. 57
Router Maintenance & Monitoring................................................63
Reset your router to factory defaults .......................................................................... 63
Router Default Settings ............................................................................................... 63
Backup and restore your router configuration settings .............................................. 64
Reboot your router...................................................................................................... 64
Upgrade your router firmware .................................................................................... 65
Allow/deny ping requests to your router from the Internet ....................................... 67
How to capture network packets ................................................................................ 67
Diagnostic Tools........................................................................................................... 68
Ping Watchdog ............................................................................................................ 68
Auto Reboot ................................................................................................................ 69
Wireless Client List ...................................................................................................... 69
Check the router system information ......................................................................... 70
View your router log.................................................................................................... 72
Router Management Page Structure .............................................73
Technical Specifications ................................................................74
Troubleshooting ...........................................................................76
Appendix......................................................................................77

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Product Overview
TEW-831DR
Package Contents
In addition to your router, 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 AC1200 Dual Band WiFi Router, model TEW-831DR, is a high-speed wireless
ac router designed to handle multiple HD streams in a busy connected home. This dual
band wireless ac router creates two concurrent wireless networks—a high performance
867Mbps wireless AC network, and a 300Mbps wireless N network for wireless device
connections. For added convenience, the wireless networks are pre-encrypted out of
the box.
Pre-Encrypted
For your convenience, the wireless networks are pre-encrypted with unique passwords.
5dBi External Antennas
4 x 5dBi external antennas provide extended wireless coverage.
Internet Bandwidth Controls
Control access to the internet and manage bandwidth for devices connected to the
wireless ac router.
Easy Setup
Install in minutes with the intuitive setup
One Touch Connection
Connect to the wireless ac router using the Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) button
Pre-Encrypted
For your convenience, the wireless network is pre-encrypted with its own unique
password
Access Controls
Control access to specific websites and manage which devices can access the internet
Fast Ethernet Ports
10/100 Mbps Ethernet ports connect up to three devices
Wireless Coverage
4 x 5dBi antennas on this wireless ac router provide extended wireless coverage
IPv6
IPv6 network support
*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 867Mbps, use with an
867Mbps 802.11ac wireless adapter. For maximum performance of up to 300Mbps, use with a
300Mbps 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
Power Port
Connect the included power adapter from your router
power port and to an available power outlet.
2
10/100 LAN Ports 1-3
Connect Ethernet cables (also called network cables)
from your router LAN ports to your wired network
devices.
3
Gigabit WAN/Internet
Port
Connect an Ethernet cable from your router Internet
port to your modem.
4
Reset/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.
Push and hold for 5 seconds or longer to reset to
factory defaults. All LEDs will flash.

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Front View
No
Item
Description
1
Power LED
Solid Blue –Device is on
Off –No power
2
WPS LED
Blinking Blue –WPS is activated.
Off –WPS not activated
3
2.4G Wireless LEDs
Solid Blue –2.4GHz radio is on.
Blinking Blue –Data Transmit/Receive.
Off –2.4GHz radio is off.
4
5G Wireless LEDs
Solid Blue –/5GHz radio is on.
Blinking Blue –Data Transmit/Receive.
Off –5GHz radio is off.
Application Diagram

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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. Position the antennas 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 WAN port
6. Connect your computer to one of the router LAN ports
7. Connect the power adapter to the router and then to a power outlet.
8. Turn on your modem.
9. Verify that the blue LEDs on the front of the router (Power, 2.4G, 5G) 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-831dr 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. Read the prompt, then click Next.
3. Set the LAN IP address and Subnet mask and then click Next.
4. Select your WAN interface connection from the dropdown and fill out the required
information then click Next.
Note: Dynamic IP (DHCP) is typical for most Internet services. You can verify your
settings with your Internet Service Provider.

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5. Review and change your wireless network settings, then click Next on each page.

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6. After confirming all your settings, click Finished to apply the settings.
Please wait while changes are being applied. Click Back to go back to previous page, or
Cancel to go back to the router login page.
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.

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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 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-831dr 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-831dr 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.
Basic Configuration
Basic Configuration
This section allows for configurations of the router’s basic settings.
1. Log into your router management page (see “Access your router management page”
on page 12). And select language from the dropdown on the top left.
2. Click on the Icons to select internet service type.
Access Point (AP): Disable’s the WAN interface and the router acts as a
standard AP.
Router:The default operation mode, acts as a standard router.
Repeater: Utilizes wireless radio to simultaneously connect to, and repeat the
wireless SSID.
Client: Acts as a wireless client, bridging the LAN and wireless networks.
WISP: Wireless Internet Service Provider. Select this if the WAN connection is a
wireless connection.

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3. Depending on the service type selected above, the fields in the lower section will
change accordingly. The following may not apply depending on the service type chosen.
Network Name: The wireless SSID name for this radio
Pre-Shared Key: The password for the SSID
Connection Type: Select the method of connection and IP assignment on the
WAN side.
Host Name: The name of this device.
MAC Address Clone: Enter in MAC address to be cloned, if applicable.
LAN IP Address: Enter in the IP address to be assigned to this device, or click
the check box for Auto. Configure LAN IP Address.
LAN Subnet Mask: Enter in the subnet to be applied to this device.
Uplink WLAN Interface: Select the wireless radio to be used for the uplink
connection.
Remote Network Name: Enter in the SSID to connect to for the uplink type,
then select and enter in the encryption. Or, click on Site Survey.
4. Click Save & Apply to save the configuration.

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Advanced Router Settings
Change your router login password
Advanced > Setup > Management
1. Log into your router management page (see “Access your router management page”
on page 10).
2. Click on Advanced and click on Setup, then click on Management.
3. Under the Administrator Settings section, in the Password field.
Note: The idle timeout setting is used to define the period of inactivity in the router
management page before automatically logging out.
4. To save changes to this section, click Apply when finished. Commit your changes to
the router by clicking on Apply/Discard Changes in the left-hand menu, and click Apply
& Reboot.
Note: If you change the router login password, you will need to access the router
management page using the User Name “admin” and the new password instead of the
predefined default password. If you reset the device to defaults, you will need to access
the router management page use the predefined settings on the side or bottom labels.
Manually configure your Internet connection
Advanced > Setup > WAN Settings
1. Log into your router management page (see “Access your router management page”
on page 10).
2. Click on Advanced and click on Setup, then click on WAN Settings.
3. Under Internet Connection Type in drop-down list, select the type of Internet
connection provided by your Internet Service Provider (ISP).
4. Complete the fields required by your ISP.
5. Complete the optional settings only if required by your ISP.
6. 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.
Note: If you are unsure which Internet connection type you are using, please contact
your ISP.

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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
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primary. You can reference your guests to access this network instead of the
primary.
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.