TENDA TECHNOLOGY W301AV7 User Manual

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Preface

Thank you for choosing Tenda! Please read this user guide before you start! This user guide instructs you to install and configure the device.

Convention

Technical Support:

Website: http://www.tendacn.com Telephone: (86 755) 2765 7180 Email: support@tenda.com.cn

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Contents ............................................................................................................................................................................. 4

Chapter 1 Product Overview ............................................................................................................................................... 6

1.1 Package Contents ............................................................................................................................................................. 6

1.2 Hardware Description....................................................................................................................................................... 6

LEDs, Interfaces and Buttons ............................................................................................................................................. 6

1.3 Installation Considerations ............................................................................................................................................... 7

Chapter 2 Installation ......................................................................................................................................................... 8

2.1 Physical Installation .......................................................................................................................................................... 8

2.2 Configure Your PC ........................................................................................................................................................... 10

2.3 Connect to Your Device Wirelessly ................................................................................................................................. 10

Windows 7 ....................................................................................................................................................................... 11

Windows XP ..................................................................................................................................................................... 12

Chapter 3 Advanced Settings .............................................................................................................................................14

3.1 Web Login ....................................................................................................................................................................... 14

3.2 Status .............................................................................................................................................................................. 15

3.2.1 System Status ......................................................................................................................................................... 15

3.2.2 Wireless Status ....................................................................................................................................................... 15

3.2.3 Traffic Statistics ....................................................................................................................................................... 15

3.2.4 Wireless Clients ...................................................................................................................................................... 16

3.3 Quick Setup .................................................................................................................................................................... 16

3.3.1 AP Mode ................................................................................................................................................................. 16

3.3.2 WDS Mode .............................................................................................................................................................. 17

3.3.3 AP Client Mode ....................................................................................................................................................... 18

3.4 LAN Setup ....................................................................................................................................................................... 18

3.5 Wireless .......................................................................................................................................................................... 19

3.5.1 Basic ........................................................................................................................................................................ 19

3.5.2 Radio ....................................................................................................................................................................... 21

3.5.3 Advanced ................................................................................................................................................................ 22

3.5.4 Access Control ........................................................................................................................................................ 23

3.6 SNMP .............................................................................................................................................................................. 23

3.7 Tools ............................................................................................................................................................................... 24

3.7.1 Maintenance ........................................................................................................................................................... 24

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3.7.2 Time ........................................................................................................................................................................ 25

3.7.3 Logs ......................................................................................................................................................................... 26

3.7.4 Configuration .......................................................................................................................................................... 27

3.7.5 Username & Password ........................................................................................................................................... 29

3.7.6 Diagnostics .............................................................................................................................................................. 29

Appendix ...........................................................................................................................................................................30

1.Configure PC TCP/IP Settings............................................................................................................................................. 30

Win7 OS Configuration .................................................................................................................................................... 30

Windows XP OS Configuration......................................................................................................................................... 32

2. FAQs ................................................................................................................................................................................. 35

3. Default Settings ................................................................................................................................................................ 36

4. Safety and Emission Statement ........................................................................................................................................ 37

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Blinking

The device is functioning properly.

Off

The device is receiving no electrical power or the LED is disabled manually via Web interface.

Solid

The device is functioning improperly.

Chapter 1 Product Overview

The wireless AP, mini and exquisite, is a best-in-class 802.11n indoor access point designed specifically for

wireless projects. With existing structure, the device saves time and costs and provides an adequate level of

service for all users who connect with legacy 802.11b/g adapters in addition to the latest 802.11n adapters for faster downloads and instant communication. Versatile and powerful, the wireless AP offers multiple security modes, which makes your data transmission safe.

1.1 Package Contents

Please verify that the package contains the following items:

 Wireless AP  Power Adapter  Screws  Ethernet Cable  Bracket  Install Guide

If any of the above items are incorrect, missing, or damaged, please contact your reseller for immediate replacement.

1.2 Hardware Description

LEDs, Interfaces and Buttons

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 Reset: Press it for over 7 seconds with a needle to restore factory default settings (see Appendix---3.

Default Settings.

 Power Interface: Used for connecting the included power adapter.  LAN / PoE: PoE port for connecting to power supply or an IEEE 802.3at compliant PoE switch;

1000M Ethernet port for connecting to an Ethernet device such as a PC or switch, etc.

1.3 Installation Considerations

For better performance, it is advisable to place the device:

 Away from electrical devices that are potential sources of interference, such as ceiling fans, home security systems, microwaves, etc.

 Away from any large metal surfaces, such as a solid metal door or aluminum studs.  Away from large expanses of other materials such as glass, insulated walls, fish tanks, mirrors, brick,

and concrete can also affect your wireless signal.

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Chapter 2 Installation

2.1 Physical Installation

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1. The PoE switch should be IEEE 802.3at compliant.

2. With a PoE device, it is advisable to connect to the PoE device for power supply; Without a PoE device, please use the included power adapter for power supply.

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Connect to a PoE Device Step 1: Insert the Ethernet cable into the bracket (Recommended: Cat5, Cat5e or higher);

Step 2: Install the bracket onto the ceiling (Drill 4 holes on the ceiling, maneuver the bracket until it fits in

the holes on the ceiling and then fix the bracket onto the ceiling with the included screws.);

Step 3: Connect the Ethernet cable to the LAN port of the device; Step 4: Fix the device onto the bracket;

Step 5: Connect the other end of the Ethernet cable to a PoE port on an IEEE 802.3at-compliant switch;

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Step 6: Check the network topology as shown below:

Connect to a Power Outlet with the Included Power Adapter Step 1: Insert the Ethernet cable and power cord into the bracket; Step 2: Install the bracket onto the ceiling (Drill 4 holes on the ceiling, maneuver the bracket until it fits in

the holes on the ceiling and then fix the bracket onto the ceiling with the included screws.);

Step 3: Connect the Ethernet cable and power cord to the device; Step 4: Fix the device onto the bracket;

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Step 5: Connect the other end of the Ethernet cable to a switch and plug the included power adapter into a power outlet;

Step 6: Check the network topology as shown below:

2.2 Configure Your PC

The default IP address of your wireless access point is 192.168.0.254. If you are using the default IP subnet, the computer you are using to connect to the device should be configured with an IP address that starts with

192.168.0.X (2~253) and a Subnet Mask of 255.255.255.0; if you have changed the subnet of the wireless access point, the computer you are using to connect must be within the same subnet. If you are not clear about this configuration, please refer to Appendix ---1. Configure PC TCP/IP Settings.

2.3 Connect to Your Device Wirelessly

Having finished above settings, you can search for the device's default wireless network (SSID) from your wireless devices (notebook, iPad, iPhone, etc) and enter a security key to connect to it wirelessly.

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1. The device's SSID is Tenda_XXXXXX by default and XXXXXX is the last six characters of the MAC address which you can find on this device’s label.

2. To join your wireless network, the PC you use must have an installed wireless network adapter. If not, install one.

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Windows 7

1. Click the icon at the bottom right corner on your desktop; Tip --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

If you cannot find the icon , try disabling the wired network adapter or unplug the Ethernet cable from the wired network adapter of your PC and refresh your desktop. If the problem remains unsolved, click Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center, right click Wireless Network Connection and click Connect/Disconnect. Steps for this are similar to the following.

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2. Select the wireless network you wish to connect and click Connect;

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3. Enter the security key and click OK;

4. When you see Connected displayed next to the wireless network you’ve selected, you have connected to

the wireless network successfully.

Windows XP

1. Right click My Network Places from your PC's desktop and click Properties;

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TENDA TECHNOLOGY W301AV7 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Contents

Chapter 1 Product Overview

1.1 Package Contents

1.2 Hardware Description

LEDs, Interfaces and Buttons

1.3 Installation Considerations

Chapter 2 Installation

2.1 Physical Installation

2.2 Configure Your PC

2.3 Connect to Your Device Wirelessly

Windows 7

Windows XP