TENDA TENDA F9 User guide
600Mbps Wireless N Router F9
User Guide
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Item
Presentation
Example
Cascading menus
>
System > Live Users
Parameter and value
Bold
Set User Name to Tom.
Variable
Italic
Format: XX:XX:XX:XX:XX:XX
UI control
Bold
On the Policy page, click the OK button.
Message
“ ”
The “Success” message appears.
Symbol
Meaning
This format is used to highlight information of importance or special interest.
Ignoring this type of note may result in ineffective configurations, loss of data or
damage to device.
This format is used to highlight a procedure that will save time or resources.
Acronym or
Abbreviation
Full Spelling
ISP
Internet Service Provider
WPS
WiFi Protected Setup
PPPoE
Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet
DHCP
Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol
ISP
Internet Service Provider
DNS
Domain Name System
Preface
Thank you for choosing Tenda! Please read this user guide before you start with AC18.
Conventions
The typographical elements that may be found in this document are defined as follows.
The symbols that may be found in this document are defined as follows.
Acronyms and Abbreviations
AP
Access Point
WISP
Wireless Internet Service Provider
DDNS
Dynamic Domain Name System
DMZ
Demilitarized Zone
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Contents
1 Get to Know Your Device ............................................................................................................................ 7
1.1 Introduction ...................................................................................................................................................... 7
1.2 Features ............................................................................................................................................................ 7
1.3 Environment ...................................................................................................................................................... 8
1.4 Overview ........................................................................................................................................................... 8
2 Quick Internet Setup ................................................................................................................................. 11
2.1 Internet Setup through a Smart Phone ............................................................................................................. 11
2.2 Internet Setup through a Computer ................................................................................................................. 12
2.3 Importing the PPPoE User name and Password from the Original Router .......................................................... 15
3 Layout ..................................................................................................................................................... 17
4 Status ...................................................................................................................................................... 18
4.1 Internet Connection Status .............................................................................................................................. 18
4.2 Online Devices and Real-Time Speed ............................................................................................................... 20
4.3 System Information ......................................................................................................................................... 20
5 Internet Settings ...................................................................................................................................... 22
5.1 PPPoE .............................................................................................................................................................. 23
5.2 DHCP ............................................................................................................................................................... 24
5.3 Static IP Address .............................................................................................................................................. 24
5.4 WISP Mode ..................................................................................................................................................... 25
5.5 Universal Repeater Mode ................................................................................................................................ 28
5.6 AP Mode ......................................................................................................................................................... 31
6 Wireless Settings ...................................................................................................................................... 35
6.1 WiFi On/Off Button .......................................................................................................................................... 35
6.2 WiFi Name and Password ................................................................................................................................ 36
6.3 WiFi Signal Strength ......................................................................................................................................... 37
6.4 WiFi Schedule .................................................................................................................................................. 38
6.5 WPS ................................................................................................................................................................ 39
6.6 Wireless Parameters ........................................................................................................................................ 39
7 Bandwidth Control ................................................................................................................................... 41
7.1 Setting Download/Upload Limit ....................................................................................................................... 42
7.2 Blocking a Device ............................................................................................................................................. 42
7.3 Removing a device from Blacklisted Devices List ............................................................................................... 43
7.4 Application Scenario ........................................................................................................................................ 43
8 MAC Address Filter ................................................................................................................................... 44
8.1 Adding a MAC Address Filter Rule .................................................................................................................... 45
8.2 Removing a MAC Address Filter Rule ................................................................................................................ 45
8.3 Application Scenario ........................................................................................................................................ 46
9 IP-MAC Binding ........................................................................................................................................ 47
9.1 Adding an IP-MAC Binding Rule........................................................................................................................ 47
9.2 Removing an IP-MAC Binding Rule ................................................................................................................... 48
10 Port Forwarding ....................................................................................................................................... 49
10.1 Adding a Port Forwarding Rule ....................................................................................................................... 49
10.2 Removing a Port Forwarding Rule .................................................................................................................. 50
10.3 Application Scenario ...................................................................................................................................... 50
11 DDNS ...................................................................................................................................................... 53
11.1 Adding a DDNS Rule ....................................................................................................................................... 53
11.2 Application Senario ........................................................................................................................................ 54
12 DMZ Host ................................................................................................................................................ 58
13 UPNP ....................................................................................................................................................... 59
14 Administration ......................................................................................................................................... 60
14.1 Login Password .............................................................................................................................................. 60
14.2 WAN Parameters ........................................................................................................................................... 61
14.3 LAN Parameters ............................................................................................................................................. 63
14.4 Remote Web-based Management .................................................................................................................. 66
14.5 Date & Time .................................................................................................................................................. 68
14.6 Device Management ...................................................................................................................................... 69
Appendix ........................................................................................................................................................ 74
A.1 Join Your WiFi .................................................................................................................................................. 74
A.2 Configure Your Computer ................................................................................................................................ 77
A.3 FAQ ................................................................................................................................................................. 82
A.4 Safety and Emission Statement ........................................................................................................................ 83
F9 is a wireless router that helps you quickly set up wired and wireless
internet connections at home. It boasts four external antennas and
offers a wireless transmission rate of as high as 600 Mbps. With
excellent wall penetration performance, it provides high-quality WiFi
coverage.
1 Get to Know Your Device
1.1 Introduction
1.2 Features
4 * 100 Mbps auto-negotiation Ethernet port
4 * external omnidirectional antennas at 2.4GHz
Supports WiFi Schedule, and turning on/off WiFi with one button
Input: 9 V 1 A
Up to 600 Mbps wireless transmission rate
Supports Universal Repeater and Bandwidth Control features
Supports PPPoE user name and password migration for effortless internet configuration
LED Indicator
Status
Description
SYS
Solid on
The system is not working properly.
Blinking
The system is working properly.
Off
The router is not connected to a power supply properly, or not
connected to a power supply.
WiFi
Solid on
The wireless feature is enabled.
Blinking
The router is transmitting or receiving wireless data.
Off
The wireless feature is disabled.
1/2/3
Solid on
The LAN port is connected properly.
Blinking
The LAN port is transmitting or receiving data.
SYS
1.3 Environment
The router should be used in an indoor environment that meeting the following demands:
Place it in an environment with the temperature of 0 °C - 40 °C, the humidity of 10 % - 90 %RH
non-condensing and well-ventilation.
Place it in an environment with minimum number of walls and ceilings between the router and smart
phones and laptops.
Keep it away from household applications, such as microwave oven, ceiling fan, and so on.
Keep it away from any large metal surfaces, such as a solid metal door or aluminum studs.
Keep it away from other materials, such as glass, brick, and so on.
1.4 Overview
LED Indicators
LED Indicator
Status
Description
Off
The LAN port is not connected, or not connected properly.
WAN
Solid on
The WAN port is connected properly.
Blinking
The WAN port is transmitting or receiving data.
Off
The WAN port is not connected, or not connected properly.
The LED indicator is reserved.
Port & Button
Description
WAN
It’s used to connect to an Ethernet cable with internet connectivity.
1/2/3
It’s used to connect to a wired device, such as a computer and so on.
WiFi
Press it to enable/disable WiFi feature.
RST
Hold it down for 8 seconds until all LEDs light up for once to restore to factory settings.
PWR
It’s used to connect to the included power adapter for power supply.
WAN
WiFi
RST
PWR
Port & Button
1
2
Label
The label on the bottom panel of the router presents default access address, WiFi name, and so on.
1. The default login address. It is used to log in to the web UI of the router. You can also use 192.168.0.1 to log in
to the web UI.
2. Default WiFi Name.
When you use this router for the first time, the wireless devices, such as smart phone and so on, can search
and connect to the wireless network, and log in to the web UI of the router to configure it for internet
access.
After the router access the internet, if you do not change the WiFi name, the wireless devices, such as smart
phone and so on, can search and connect to the wireless network for internet access.
2 Quick Internet Setup
2.1 Internet Setup through a Smart Phone
Step 1 Connect the router.
1. Power on the router using the included powered adapter.
2. Connect the Ethernet cable with internet connectivity to the WAN port of the router.
Step 2 Use a wireless device, such as a smart phone, to connect to the WiFi name labeled on the bottom
panel of the router.
Step 3 Start a web browser on the wireless device, and visit tendawifi.com or 192.168.0.1.
Step 4 The router detects the connection type automatically. Enter the required information based on the
onscreen instruction. Take PPPoE an example.
1. Connection Type: Select PPPoE.
2. User Name: Enter the PPPoE user name and password provided by your internet service provider (ISP).
3. Password: Enter the PPPoE password provided by your ISP.
Step 5 Customize a WiFi name and WiFi password.
Step 6 Click OK to apply the settings.
--End
Wait for a minute, you can access the internet. You need to use your wireless device, such as smart phone, to
connect to the wireless network again.
If you want to configure more functions, refer to the following parts in this user guide.
2.2 Internet Setup through a Computer
Step 1 Connect the router.
1. Power on the router using the included powered adapter.
2. Connect the Ethernet cable with internet connectivity to the WAN port of the router.
3. Connect the computer to port 1, 2, or 3 using an Ethernet cable.
Step 2 Start a web browser on the computer, enter tendawifi.com or 192.168.0.1 in the address bar, and
press Enter.
Step 3 The router detects the connection type automatically. Enter the required information based on the
onscreen instruction. Take PPPoE an example.
1. Connection Type: Select PPPoE.
2. User Name: Enter the PPPoE user name provided by your ISP.
3. Password: Enter the PPPoE password provided by your ISP.
Step 4 Customize a WiFi name and WiFi password.
Step 5 Click OK to apply the settings.
--End
Configuration Succeeded.
The router will redirect to the web UI of the router. If you want to configure more functions, refer to the
following parts in this user guide.
2.3 Importing the PPPoE User name and Password
from the Original Router
If you use this router to replace an original one and you have set up a dial-up connection on the original router,
perform the following steps to import the PPPoE user name and password to this router from the original router.
Step 1 Power on the original router and this router.
Step 2 Connect the WAN port of the original router to any LAN port of this router using an Ethernet cable.
When all the LAN LED indicators of this router turn to solid on for 3 seconds from quick blinking, the PPPoE user
name and password are succeeded in importing.
Step 3 After importing succeeded, connect the Ethernet cable with internet connectivity to the WAN port of
this router.
--End
Parameters
Description
Navigation Bar
Functions menu is displayed on the left. When users select a function, the
corresponding configuration area of the function is displayed on the right.
Configuration Area
This area is used to configure functions for users.
This button is used to apply the settings you have configured.
This button is used to cancel the settings you have configuration.
A QR code will appear after clicking Tenda App. You can scan it to download Tenda App
for remote management. Tenda App can help you configure the following functions:
Accelerate WiFi, WiFi Schedule, Transmit Power, and so on.
Click to visit Tenda Facebook.
Click to visit Tenda Twitter.
3 Layout
This chapter introduces the layout of the web UI. The web UI consists of navigation bar and configuration area,
which is shown as follows:
4 Status
In Status page, you can check internet connection status, online devices, and real-time speed, and system
information. When you configure the internet settings, but cannot access the internet, you can refer to the
instructions on this page to solve the problem.
Choose Status to enter the page.
4.1 Internet Connection Status
In this part, you can check the internet connection status. After configuring internet settings, you can check
whether you can access the internet on this page.
When “Connected. You can access the internet.” is displayed, the router is connected to the internet successfully.
Computers can connect to the router using Ethernet cables for internet access. Wireless devices, such as smart
phones, can connect to the wireless network for internet access.
When other information is displayed, refer to the instructions. Refer to the following details:
If “WAN port disconnected. Please connect an Ethernet cable with internet connectivity to the port.” is displayed,
check whether the Ethernet cable with internet connectivity is connected to the WAN port of the router properly.
If it is connected properly, but the WAN LED indicator is off, contact your ISP.
If “Failed. Please confirm your user name and password and try again.” is displayed, verify that the user name
and password you entered are correct. If they are correct but the problem persists, contact your ISP.
If “Error: No response from the remote server. Please contact your ISP.” is displayed, Please refer to the
instructions to solve the problem.
If “Dial-up connection succeeded but internet is inaccessible. Please contact your ISP.” is displayed, it indicates
that the router is working properly but the remote server works improperly. Contact your ISP.
If “The router has obtained a valid IP address but cannot access the internet. Please try the solutions below one
by one.” is displayed, Refer to the onscreen instructions to solve the problem.
If “Internet is inaccessible. Please contact your ISP.” is displayed, please enter correct IP address and other
parameters. If the parameters are correct but the problem persists, contact your ISP.
4.2 Online Devices and Real-Time Speed
In this part, you can check the number of clients and current downloading/uploading speed in LAN. If you want
to know details about the downloading/uploading speed of each client, please refer to Bandwidth Control.
4.3 System Information
In this part, you can check the connection type, WAN MAC address, LAN/WAN IP address, and so on.
Parameters
Description
Connection Type
It specifies the connection type of the router.
Connection Duration
It specifies the connection duration that the router is connected to the internet.
WAN MAC Address
It specifies the MAC address of WAN port of the router.
After you perform MAC address clone, you can check whether the WAN MAC
address is changed to the one you clone.
LAN IP
It specifies the IP address of LAN port. It can be used to log in to the web UI of
the router.
You can use IP address 192.168.0.1 or domain name tendawifi.com to log in to
the web UI.
Firmware Version
It specifies the firmware version of the router.
After you perform firmware upgrade, you can check whether the firmware is
the version you have upgraded.
WAN IP
It specifies the WAN IP address of the router.
Subnet Mask
It specifies the subnet mask corresponding to the WAN IP address.
Default Gateway
It specifies the gateway address the router obtains.
Preferred DNS Server
It specifies the preferred DNS server IP address the router obtains.
Alternate DNS Server
It specifies the alternate DNS server IP address the router obtains.
Parameters Description
Parameters
Description
Operating Mode
Select an operating mode according to the following descriptions:
Router: In this mode, the router connects to the internet in a wired
manner through WAN port. Clients can connect to the router in a wireless
or wired manner.
WISP: In this mode, the router extends a WiFi signal of ISP or any WiFi
signals nearby. Clients can connect to the router in a wireless or wired
manner.
Universal Repeater: The router extends any WiFi signals nearby. Clients
can connect to the router in a wireless or wired manner.
AP: The router serves as an access point, and is connected to the internet
in a wired manner. All ports are used to connect to wired devices, such as
routers, switches, computers, and so on. Clients can connect to the router
in a wireless or wired manner.
Connection Type
Select a connection type according to the following description:
PPPoE: The ISP provides PPPoE user name and password for internet
access.
5 Internet Settings
In the Internet settings page, you can configure the settings to enable the router to access the internet.
Choose Internet Settings to enter the page.
Parameters Description
Parameters
Description
DHCP: The ISP does not provide any parameters for internet access.
Static IP address: The ISP provides a static IP address and other related
parameters for internet access.
PPPoE user name and
password
Enter the PPPoE user name and password provided by your ISP.
IP address, subnet mask,
default gateway,
preferred/alternate DNS
server address
Enter the IP address, subnet mask, default gateway, and DNS server addresses
provided by your ISP.
Click this icon to the WiFi signals nearby.
Select
Select the WiFi name you want to extend.
WiFi Name
It specifies the name of wireless network.
MAC Address
It specifies the MAC address corresponding to a wireless network.
Channel
It specifies the wireless channel at which the wireless network works.
Security Mode
It specifies the security mode of the wireless network.
Strength
It specifies the WiFi signal strength of the wireless network.
5.1 PPPoE
Configuration Procedure
Step 1 Choose Internet Settings.
Step 2 Connection Type: Select PPPoE.
Step 3 User Name: Enter the user name provided by your ISP.
Step 4 Password: Enter the password provided by your ISP.
Step 5 Click OK to apply the settings.
--End
Wait for a moment, when the Connection Status displays “Connected. You can access the internet.”, the router is
connected to the internet successfully.
5.2 DHCP
Configuration Procedure
Step 1 Choose Internet Settings.
Step 2 Connection Type: Select DHCP.
Step 3 Click OK to apply the settings.
--End
Wait for a moment. When the Connection Status displays “Connected. You can access the internet.”, the router is
connected to the internet successfully.
5.3 Static IP Address
Configuration Procedure
Step 1 Choose Internet Settings.
Step 2 Connection Type: Select Static IP address.
Step 3 IP Address/Subnet Mask/Default Gateway/Preferred DNS/Alternate DNS: Enter the IP address and
other related parameters provided by your ISP.
Step 4 Click OK to apply the settings.
--End
Wait for a moment. When the Connection Status displays “Connected. You can access the internet.”, the router is
connected to the internet successfully.
5.4 WISP Mode
In WISP mode, the router can extend a WiFi signal of ISP for internet access. Also, it can extend WiFi signals
nearby.
WISP Mode Configuration
Step 1 Choose Internet settings.
Step 2 Select WISP.
Step 3 Select the WiFi name you want to extend.
Step 4 Enter the WiFi password of the wireless network in the Password of the upstream WiFi network box,
which is 12345678 in this example.
Step 5 Click Connect.
--End
Wait for a moment and log in to the web UI again. When the page displays “Connected. You can access the
internet.”, the router is connected to the internet successfully.
Application Scenario
Jack purchases F9 to provide wired and wireless networks. The ISP provides the following parameters:
The Name of the Access Point: Tenda_XXXXXX
Password: 12345678
Solution
Set the operating mode to WISP for internet access.
Configuration Procedure
Step 1 Log in to the web UI of the router, and choose Internet Settings.
Step 2 Select WISP.
Step 3 Select the name of the access point, which is Tenda_XXXXXX in this example.
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