Tenda W311R User Manual

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CONTENTS

Chapter 1: Introduction.......................................... 1

1.1 Product Features........................................... 2

1.2 Package Contents ......................................... 4

1.3 LED Indicator and Port Description .................. 4

Chapter 2 Hardware Installation .............................. 7

2.1 How to Install the Router ............................... 7

2.2 Network Application Plan................................ 9

Chapter 3 How to Login to the Router..................... 10

3.1 How to Set the Network Configurations...........10

3.2 Login to the Router ......................................13

Chapter 4: Quick Setup Guide............................... 15

4.1 Setup Wizard ..............................................15

Chapter 5: Advanced Settings............................... 21

5.1 LAN Settings...............................................21

5.3 MAC Address Clone......................................25

5.4 DNS Settings...............................................26

5.5 WAN Media Type..........................................27

Chapter 6: Wireless Setting .................................. 29

6.1 Basic Settings .............................................29

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6.2 Wireless Security Setting ..............................32

6.3 Advanced Settings .......................................40

6.4 WPS Settings ..............................................42

6.5 WDS Settings..............................................44

6.6 Wireless Access Control ................................46

6.7 Connection Status........................................47

Chapter 7: DHCP Server....................................... 48

7.1 DHCP Settings.............................................48

7.2 DHCP List and Binding..................................49

Chapter 8 Virtual Server....................................... 50

8.1 Single Port Forwarding..................................50

8.2 Port Range Forwarding..................................52

8.3 ALG Service Settings....................................54

8.4 DMZ Settings ..............................................55

8.5 UPNP Settings .............................................56

Chapter 9 Traffic Control....................................... 57

9.1 Traffic Control..............................................57

9.2 Traffic Statistics...........................................59

Chapter10 URL Monitor ........................................ 60

10.1 URL Monitor ..............................................60

11.1 Client Filter Settings...................................63

11.2 URL Filter Settings......................................64

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11.3 MAC Address Filter.....................................66

11.5 Remote Web Management...........................68

11.6 Local Web Management...............................69

11.7 WAN Ping..................................................70

Chapter12 Routing Setting.................................... 71

12.1 Routing Table.............................................71

12.2 Static Routing............................................71

13.1 Time Settings............................................73

13.2 DDNS.......................................................74

13.3 Backup/Restore Settings .............................76

13.4 Restore to Factory Default Setting ................78

13.5 Upgrade Firmware......................................79

13.7 Password Change.......................................80

13.9 Logout......................................................81

Appendix 1：Glossary .......................................... 82

Appendix 2: Ask and Question............................... 85

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Chapter 1: Introduction

Thank you for purchasing Tenda 11N Wireless Broadband Router!

W311R utilizes advanced MIMO technology and increases over 8 times transmission range of ordinary

802.11g products. Compatible with IEEE802.11n (Draft

4.0) and IEEE802.11g/b standards, it can provide up to 150Mbps stable transmission rate. Additionally, it includes router, wireless access point, four-port switch and firewall in one, dedicated to SOHOs (Small Office/Home Office) and family networking.

It supports WDS (Wireless Distribution System) function for repeating and amplifying the signals to extend the wireless network coverage. Besides, the Router also supports all of the latest wireless security features, such as 64/128-bit WEP, WPA, WPA2, WPA&WPA and W PS (PBC and PIN) encryption methods, packet filtering and port forwarding, to prevent unauthorized access and protect your network against malicious attack.

In addition, URL and MAC address filtering can take it easy for parents and network administrator to manage network life and QoS bandwidth control over specific

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computer’s downloading speed is supported as well. Moreover, UPnP and WMM support can smooth your MSN voice better, and the included Setup Wizard on CD-ROM will be easy and fast for non-savvy users to install the device and access to the Internet.

1.1 Product Features

z Includes router, wireless access point,

four-port switch and firewall in one

z Provides up to 150Mbps uploading and

downloading speed

z Supports two WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup)

encryption methods: PBC and PIN

z Compliant to IEEE802.11n, IEEE802.11g,

IEEE802.11b, IEEE802.3 and IEEE802.3u standards

z Supports over 8 times transmission range of

11G products

z Supports 64/128-bit WEP, WPA, WPA2,

WPA&WPA2 encryption methods

z Supports RTS/CTS protocol and data

partitioning function

z Provides one 10/100Mbps Auto-Negotiation

Ethernet WAN port

z Provides four 10/100Mbps Auto-Negotiation

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Ethernet LAN ports

z Supports xDSL/Cable MODEM, static and

dynamic IP in community networking

z Supports remote/local Web management z Supports WMM to better smooth your voice and

video

z Supports SSID stealth mode and access control

based over MAC address (up to 30 entries)

z Supports Auto MDI/MDIX z Supports wireless Roaming technology for

high-efficient wireless connections

z Supports auto negotiation/manual mode for

802.11b/802.11g/802.11n

z Supports UPnP and DDNS z Supports Firefox 1.0, IE5.5 or above z Supports SNTP z Supports virtual server, DMZ host z Built-in firewall for hacker's attack prevention z Supports DHCP server/client z Supports auto wireless channel selection z Supports LAN access control to the Internet z Provides syslog to record the status of the

router

z Supports WDS wireless network extension z Supports QoS function z Built-in two omni-directional antennas

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1.2 Package Contents

Please unpack the box and check the following items: One W311R 11N Wireless Broadband Router

¾ One Quick Installation Guide ¾ One Power Adapter ¾ One CD-ROM

If any of listed items are missing or damaged, please contact the Tenda reseller from whom you purchased for replacement immediately.

1.3 LED Indicator and Port Description

Front Panel and LED Indicator Show

LED indicator description on front panel: (from L to R)

¾ POWER

When turns green, Always ON indicates the power connects well.

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¾ SYS

When turns green, blinking indicates the system runs well.

¾ WPS

When blinking, it in dicates the device is negotiating with client in WPS mode.

¾ WLAN

Wireless signal LED indicator. When turns green, blinking indicates the wireless function is enabled.

¾ LAN (4,3,2,1)

Wired local network LED indicator. Always ON indicates it is connected with Ethernet device; blinking indica tes t he de vice is t r ansm ittin g and /or receiving data.

¾ WAN

Wide area network indicator. Always ON indicates the Router’s W.

Back Panel Show：

Rear Panel：（From L to R）

¾ POWER

The jack is for power adapter connection. Please

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use the included 9V DC power adapter.

¾ WAN

A 100Mbps Ethernet port, can be connected with MODEM, Switch, Router and other Ethernet device for Internet connecting to DSL MODEM, Cable MODEM and ISP.

¾ LAN (1, 2, 3, 4)

4 10/100Mbps Ethernet ports can be connected with Ethernet switch, Ethernet router and NIC card.

¾ RESET

The system reset button. Press this button for 7 seconds, the settings configured in this device will be deleted and it will restore the settings to the default one.

¾ WPS

Press it for 1 second, the WPS feature will be enabled and WPS indicator will be shown blinking.

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Chapter 2 Hardware Installation

2.1 How to Install the Router

After you unpack the box, please follow the steps below to connect. For better wireless performance, please put the device in the middle of wireless coverage area.

Please use the included power adapter to power on the Router. IMPORTANT: Use of a different power adapter could cause damage and void the warranty for this product.

Please connect the LAN port of the Router to the network adapter of your computer with a cable.

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Please connect your broadband line provided by your ISP to the WAN port.

Insert the included CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive, double click the “Setup ” icon and fol low the instruc tions to complete the installation. Or you can enter the Router’s Web page to configure it. (More details please refer to Chapter 3.)

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2.2 Network Application Plan

Usually wireless LAN Network is deployed in a planned environment where each access point is located in a steady place with certain wireless coverage area for communication service. Generally speaking, it is in the center of the area to reduce “dead spot”.

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Chapter 3 How to Login to the Router

The chapter mainly presents how to enter the Router’s Web page. After you have finished the hardware installation, the following steps will assist you to set the network configurations for you computer.

3.1 How to Set the Network Configurations

1. On your computer desktop right click “My Network Places” and select “Properties”.

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2. Right click “Local Area Network Connection” and select “Properties”.

3 ． Select “Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)” and click

“Properties”.

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4． Select “Obtain an IP address automatically” and

“Obtain DNS server address automatically”. Click “OK” to save the configurations.

Or select “Use the following IP address” and enter the IP address, Subnet mask, Default gateway as follows: IP Address: 192.168.0.XXX：(XXX is a number from

2~254) Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0 Gateway: 192.168.0.1 Certainly you need to input the DNS server address provided by your ISP. Otherwise, you can use the Router’s default gateway as the DNS proxy server. Click “OK” to save the configurations.

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3.2 Login to the Router

1．To access the Router’s Web-based interface, launch

a web browser such as Internet Explorer or Firefox and enter the Router’s default IP address, http://192.168.0.1. Press “Enter”.

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2．Input the “admin” in both User Name and Password.

Click “OK”.

3. If you enter the correct user name and password, the

screen will be the next one.

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Chapter 4: Quick Setup Guide

This chapter deals with how to access the Internet quickly. Please follow this guide to connect your Router to the Internet.

4.1 Setup Wizard

Here is the “Welcome to Setup Wizard” for configuring your Router quickly. Click “Next”.

In this screen, select one mode of your Internet connection you use. If you are not clear, press the “Detect” button or contact your Internet Service Provider, and click “Next”.

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ADSL Virtual Dial-up (Via PPPoE)

Enter the Account and Password provided by your ISP, and click “Next”. For example：

Dynamic IP (Via DHCP)

If your connection mode is Dynamic IP, it means your IP address keeps changing every time you connect. Y ou do not need to enter the information like other modes. Click “Next” and “Save” to finish the settings.

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Static IP

In this screen, fill th e network addres s information from your ISP in the IP Address, Subnet Mask, Gateway and Primary DNS server fields and click “Next”.

For example：

ISP provides the following TCP/IP parameters as follows： IP Address：192.168.1.2 Subnet Mask：255.255.255.0 Gateway：192.168.1.1 Primary DNS Server：192.168.1.2 Alternate DNS Server：202.96.134.133

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Click “Save” to complete the setup wizard. The Router will record the settings you made. To activate the settings, it is recommended to select “Reboot the Router” from “System Tool” of the left menu. It is rebooting now, please wait for a few minutes and DO NOT power off it.

Click the “System Status” in the left menu of the Web-based Utility to find out the current network and system information. If the “Connection Status” is “Connected”, Congratulations you on completing the Router’s basic settings. You are on the Internet now. If you want to configure more, please proceed to the following explanations for Advanced Settings.

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L2TP

L2TP Server IP: Enter the Server IP provided by your

ISP.

User Name: Enter L2TP username. Password: Enter L2TP password. MTU: Maximum Transmission Unit, you may need to

change it for optimal perfo rmance with your sp ecific ISP. 1400 is the default MTU. Address Mode: Select “Static” if your ISP supplies you with the IP address, subnet mask, and gateway . In most cases, select Dynamic. IP Address: Enter the L2TP IP address supplied by your ISP. Subnet Mask: Enter the Subnet Mask supplied by your ISP.

Default Gateway:

by your ISP.

Enter the Default Gateway supplied

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PPTP

PPTP Server IP: Enter the Server IP provided by your

ISP. User Name: Enter PPTP username provided by your ISP.

Password: Enter PPTP password provided by your ISP . Address Mode: Select “Static” if your ISP supplies you

with the IP address, subnet mask, and gateway . In most cases, select Dynamic.

IP Address:

your ISP. Subnet Mask: Enter the Subnet Mask supplied by your ISP. Default Gateway: Enter the Default Gateway supplied by your ISP.

Enter the PPTP IP address supplied by

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Chapter 5: Advanced Settings

5.1 LAN Settings

LAN Settings are for the basic TCP/IP parameters of LAN ports.

¾ MAC Address: The Router’s physical MAC address

as seen on your local network, which is unchangeable.

¾ IP Address: The Router’s LAN IP addresses (not

your PC’s IP address). 192.168.0.1 is the default value.

¾ Subnet Mask: It’s shown the Router’s subnet

mask for measurement of the network size.

255.255.255.0 is the default value.

IMPORTANT:

Once you modify the IP address, you need to remember it for the Web-based Utility login next time.

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5.2 WAN Settings

After you have selected the ISP connection type in “Setup Wizard” and you want to modify the related settings, here you can modify and configure the settings in details.

Virtual Dial-up（PPPoE）

¾ Connection Mode: Show your current connection

mode.

¾ Account: Enter them provided by your ISP. ¾ Password: Enter them provided by your ISP. ¾ MTU: Maximum Transmission Unit. It is the size of

largest datagram that can be sent over a network.

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The default value is 1492. Do NOT modify it unless necessary. But if when some specific website or web application software can not be open or enabled, have a try to change the MTU value as 1450, 1400, etc.

¾ Service Name: It is defined as a set of

characteristics that are applied to a PPPoE connection. Enter it if provided. Do NOT modify it unless necessary.

¾ AC Name: Enter it if provided. Do NOT modify it

unless necessary.

¾ Connect Automatically: Connect automatically

to the Internet after rebooting the system or connection failure.

¾ Connect Manually: Connect to the Internet by

users manually.

¾ Connect on Demand: Re-establish your

connection to the Internet after the specific time (Max Idle Time). Zero means your Internet connection at all time. Otherwise, enter the minutes to be elapsed before you want to disconnect the Internet access.

¾ Connect on Fixed Time: Connect to the Internet

during the time you fix.

Notice:

The “Connect on Fixed Time” can be deployed only when you have set the current time in “Time Settings” from “System Tools”.

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