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600Mbps Wireless N Router F9User Guide
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PrefaceThank you for choosing Tenda! Please read this user guide before you start with AC18.ConventionsThe typographical elements that may be found in this document are defined as follows.ItemPresentationExampleCascading menus System Live UsersParameter and valueBoldSet User Name to Tom.VariableItalicFormat: XX:XX:XX:XX:XX:XXUI controlBoldOn the Policy page, click the OK button.Message“”The “Success” message appears.The symbols that may be found in this document are defined as follows.SymbolMeaningThis format is used to highlight information of importance or special interest.Ignoring this type of note may result in ineffective configurations, loss of data ordamage to device.This format is used to highlight a procedure that will save time or resources.Acronyms and AbbreviationsAcronym orAbbreviationFull SpellingISPInternet Service ProviderWPSWiFi Protected SetupPPPoEPoint-to-Point Protocol over EthernetDHCPDynamic Host Configuration ProtocolISPInternet Service ProviderDNSDomain Name System
APAccess PointWISPWireless Internet Service ProviderDDNSDynamic Domain Name SystemDMZDemilitarized ZoneAdditional InformationFor more information, search this product model on our website at http://www.tendacn.com.Technical SupportIf you need more help, contact us by any of the following means. We will be glad to assist you as soon aspossible.Global: (86) 755-27657180Canada: [email protected] Kong: Skype
Contents1Get to Know Your Device. 71.1 Introduction . 71.2 Features . 71.3 Environment . 81.4 Overview . 82Quick Internet Setup.112.1 Internet Setup through a Smart Phone . 112.2 Internet Setup through a Computer . 122.3 Importing the PPPoE User name and Password from the Original Router . 153Layout .174Status .184.1 Internet Connection Status . 184.2 Online Devices and Real-Time Speed . 204.3 System Information . 205Internet Settings .225.1 PPPoE . 235.2 DHCP . 245.3 Static IP Address . 245.4 WISP Mode . 255.5 Universal Repeater Mode . 285.6 AP Mode . 316Wireless Settings .356.1 WiFi On/Off Button. 356.2 WiFi Name and Password . 366.3 WiFi Signal Strength. 376.4 WiFi Schedule . 386.5 WPS . 396.6 Wireless Parameters . 397Bandwidth Control .417.1 Setting Download/Upload Limit . 427.2 Blocking a Device . 42
7.3 Removing a device from Blacklisted Devices List. 437.4 Application Scenario . 438MAC Address Filter .448.1 Adding a MAC Address Filter Rule . 458.2 Removing a MAC Address Filter Rule. 458.3 Application Scenario . 469IP-MAC Binding .479.1 Adding an IP-MAC Binding Rule. 479.2 Removing an IP-MAC Binding Rule . 4810Port Forwarding .4910.1 Adding a Port Forwarding Rule . 4910.2 Removing a Port Forwarding Rule . 5010.3 Application Scenario . 5011DDNS .5311.1 Adding a DDNS Rule. 5311.2 Application Senario. 5412DMZ Host .5813UPNP.5914Administration .6014.1 Login Password . 6014.2 WAN Parameters . 6114.3 LAN Parameters . 6314.4 Remote Web-based Management . 6614.5 Date & Time . 6814.6 Device Management . 69Appendix .74A.1 Join Your WiFi. 74A.2 Configure Your Computer . 77A.3 FAQ . 82A.4 Safety and Emission Statement . 83
1 Get to Know Your Device1.1 IntroductionF9 is a wireless router that helps you quickly set up wired and wirelessinternet connections at home. It boasts four external antennas andoffers a wireless transmission rate of as high as 600 Mbps. Withexcellent wall penetration performance, it provides high-quality WiFicoverage.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
1.3 EnvironmentThe 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 %RHnon-condensing and well-ventilation. Place it in an environment with minimum number of walls and ceilings between the router and smartphones 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 OverviewLED IndicatorsWPSWAN1/2/3WiFiSYSLED IndicatorSYSWiFiStatusDescriptionSolid onThe system is not working properly.BlinkingThe system is working properly.OffThe router is not connected to a power supply properly, or notconnected to a power supply.Solid onThe wireless feature is enabled.BlinkingThe router is transmitting or receiving wireless data.OffThe wireless feature is disabled.Solid onThe LAN port is connected properly.BlinkingThe LAN port is transmitting or receiving data.1/2/3
LED IndicatorWANStatusDescriptionOffThe LAN port is not connected, or not connected properly.Solid onThe WAN port is connected properly.BlinkingThe WAN port is transmitting or receiving data.OffThe WAN port is not connected, or not connected properly.The LED indicator is reserved.Port & ButtonPWRRSTWAN1/2/3WiFiPort & ButtonDescriptionWANIt’s used to connect to an Ethernet cable with internet connectivity.1/2/3It’s used to connect to a wired device, such as a computer and so on.WiFiPress it to enable/disable WiFi feature.RSTHold it down for 8 seconds until all LEDs light up for once to restore to factory settings.PWRIt’s used to connect to the included power adapter for power supply.
LabelThe label on the bottom panel of the router presents default access address, WiFi name, and so on.121. 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 into 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 searchand connect to the wireless network, and log in to the web UI of the router to configure it for internetaccess. After the router access the internet, if you do not change the WiFi name, the wireless devices, such as smartphone and so on, can search and connect to the wireless network for internet access.
2 Quick Internet Setup2.1 Internet Setup through a Smart PhoneStep 1Connect 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 2Use a wireless device, such as a smart phone, to connect to the WiFi name labeled on the bottompanel of the router.Step 3Start a web browser on the wireless device, and visit tendawifi.com or 192.168.0.1.
Step 4The router detects the connection type automatically. Enter the required information based on theonscreen 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 5Customize a WiFi name and WiFi password.Step 6Click OK to apply the settings.--EndWait for a minute, you can access the internet. You need to use your wireless device, such as smart phone, toconnect 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 ComputerStep 1Connect 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 2Start a web browser on the computer, enter tendawifi.com or 192.168.0.1 in the address bar, andpress Enter.Step 3The router detects the connection type automatically. Enter the required information based on theonscreen 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 4Customize a WiFi name and WiFi password.Step 5Click OK to apply the settings.
--EndConfiguration Succeeded.
The router will redirect to the web UI of the router. If you want to configure more functions, refer to thefollowing parts in this user guide.2.3 Importing the PPPoE User name and Passwordfrom the Original RouterIf 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 1Power 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 username and password are succeeded in importing.Step 3After importing succeeded, connect the Ethernet cable with internet connectivity to the WAN port ofthis router.--End
3 LayoutThis chapter introduces the layout of the web UI. The web UI consists of navigation bar and configuration area,which is shown as follows:ParametersDescriptionNavigation BarFunctions menu is displayed on the left. When users select a function, thecorresponding configuration area of the function is displayed on the right.Configuration AreaThis 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 Appfor 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.
4 StatusIn Status page, you can check internet connection status, online devices, and real-time speed, and systeminformation. When you configure the internet settings, but cannot access the internet, you can refer to theinstructions on this page to solve the problem.Choose Status to enter the page.4.1 Internet Connection StatusIn this part, you can check the internet connection status. After configuring internet settings, you can checkwhether 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 smartphones, 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 nameand 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 theinstructions to solve the problem.If “Dial-up connection succeeded but internet is inaccessible. Please contact your ISP.” is displayed, it indicatesthat 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 oneby 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 otherparameters. If the parameters are correct but the problem persists, contact your ISP.4.2 Online Devices and Real-Time SpeedIn this part, you can check the number of clients and current downloading/uploading speed in LAN. If you wantto know details about the downloading/uploading speed of each client, please refer to Bandwidth Control.4.3 System InformationIn this part, you can check the connection type, WAN MAC address, LAN/WAN IP address, and so on.
Parameters DescriptionParametersDescriptionConnection TypeIt specifies the connection type of the router.Connection DurationIt specifies the connection duration that the router is connected to the internet.It specifies the MAC address of WAN port of the router.WAN MAC AddressLAN IPAfter you perform MAC address clone, you can check whether the WAN MACaddress is changed to the one you clone.It specifies the IP address of LAN port. It can be used to log in to the web UI ofthe router.You can use IP address 192.168.0.1 or domain name tendawifi.com to log in tothe web UI.It specifies the firmware version of the router.Firmware VersionAfter you perform firmware upgrade, you can check whether the firmware isthe version you have upgraded.WAN IPIt specifies the WAN IP address of the router.Subnet MaskIt specifies the subnet mask corresponding to the WAN IP address.Default GatewayIt specifies the gateway address the router obtains.Preferred DNS ServerIt specifies the preferred DNS server IP address the router obtains.Alternate DNS ServerIt specifies the alternate DNS server IP address the router obtains.
5 Internet SettingsIn 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 DescriptionParametersDescriptionSelect an operating mode according to the following descriptions: Router: In this mode, the router connects to the internet in a wiredmanner through WAN port. Clients can connect to the router in a wirelessor wired manner. WISP: In this mode, the router extends a WiFi signal of ISP or any WiFisignals nearby. Clients can connect to the router in a wireless or wiredmanner. Universal Repeater: The router extends any WiFi signals nearby. Clientscan connect to the router in a wireless or wired manner. AP: The router serves as an access point, and is connected to the internetin a wired manner. All ports are used to connect to wired devices, such asrouters, switches, computers, and so on. Clients can connect to the routerin a wireless or wired manner.Operating ModeSelect a connection type according to the following description:Connection Type PPPoE: The ISP provides PPPoE user name and password for internetaccess.
ParametersDescription DHCP: The ISP does not provide any parameters for internet access. Static IP address: The ISP provides a static IP address and other relatedparameters for internet access.PPPoE user name andpasswordEnter the PPPoE user name and password provided by your ISP.IP address, subnet mask,default gateway,preferred/alternate DNSserver addressEnter the IP address, subnet mask, default gateway, and DNS server addressesprovided by your ISP.Click this icon to the WiFi signals nearby.SelectSelect the WiFi name you want to extend.WiFi NameIt specifies the name of wireless network.MAC AddressIt specifies the MAC address corresponding to a wireless network.ChannelIt specifies the wireless channel at which the wireless network works.Security ModeIt specifies the security mode of the wireless network.StrengthIt specifies the WiFi signal strength of the wireless network.5.1 PPPoEConfiguration ProcedureStep 1Choose Internet Settings.Step 2Connection Type: Select PPPoE.Step 3User Name: Enter the user name provided by your ISP.Step 4Password: Enter the password provided by your ISP.Step 5Click OK to apply the settings.--End
Wait for a moment, when the Connection Status displays “Connected. You can access the internet.”, the router isconnected to the internet successfully.5.2 DHCPConfiguration ProcedureStep 1Choose Internet Settings.Step 2Connection Type: Select DHCP.Step 3Click OK to apply the settings.--EndWait for a moment. When the Connection Status displays “Connected. You can access the internet.”, the router isconnected to the internet successfully.5.3 Static IP AddressConfiguration ProcedureStep 1Choose Internet Settings.Step 2Connection Type: Select Static IP address.Step 3IP Address/Subnet Mask/Default Gateway/Preferred DNS/Alternate DNS: Enter the IP address andother related parameters provided by your ISP.Step 4Click OK to apply the settings.
--EndWait for a moment. When the Connection Status displays “Connected. You can access the internet.”, the router isconnected to the internet successfully.5.4 WISP ModeIn WISP mode, the router can extend a WiFi signal of ISP for internet access. Also, it can extend WiFi signalsnearby.WISP Mode ConfigurationStep 1Choose Internet settings.Step 2Select WISP.Step 3Select the WiFi name you want to extend.Step 4Enter the WiFi password of the wireless network in the Password of the upstream WiFi network box,which is 12345678 in this example.Step 5Click Connect.
--EndWait for a moment and log in to the web UI again. When the page displays “Connected. You can access theinternet.”, the router is connected to the internet successfully.Application ScenarioJack purchases F9 to provide wired and wireless networks. The ISP provides the following parameters: The Name of the Access Point: Tenda XXXXXX Password: 12345678SolutionSet the operating mode to WISP for internet access.Configuration ProcedureStep 1Log in to the web UI of the router, and choose Internet Settings.Step 2Select WISP.Step 3Select the name of the access point, which is Tenda XXXXXX in this example.
Step 4Enter the password of the access point in the Password of the upstream WiFi network box, which is12345678 in this example.Step 5Click Connect.--EndWait for a moment and log in to the web UI again. When the page displays “Connected. You can access theinternet.”, the router is connected to the internet successfully.VerificationCheck whether the wireless clients, such as smart phones, can connect to the wireless network of F9 for internetaccess.
5.5 Universal Repeater ModeIn Universal Repeater mode, the router extends the upstream wireless network to cover wider area for betterinternet surfing experience.Universal Repeater Mode ConfigurationStep 1Choose Internet Settings.Step 2Select Universal Repeater.Step 3Select the WiFi name of upstream router.Step 4Enter the password of the upstream router in the Password of the upstream WiFi network box, whichis 12345678 in this example.Step 5Click Connect.--EndWait for a moment and log in to the web UI again. When the page displays “Connected. You can access theinternet.”, the router is connected to the internet successfully.
Application ScenarioJack purchases F9 to provide wired and wireless networks. The router locates at living room, so the WiFi signal isstrong in living room and main bedroom, but in washing room and second bedroom, the WiFi signal is too poorto surf the internet. Now, Jack wants to surf the internet anywhere at home.SolutionAdd a F9 and set the operating mode to Universal Repeater to extend the WiFi signal.The following diagram is for reference.Assume that the WiFi name and password of the original router is shown as follows: WiFi Name: Tenda XXXXXX
WiFi Password: 12345678Configuration ProcedureStep 1Log in to the web UI of the router, and choose Internet Settings.Step 2Select Universal Repeater.Step 3Select the wireless name of original router, which is Tenda XXXXXX in this example.Step 4Enter the password of the original router in the Password of the upstream WiFi network box, which is12345678 in this example.Step 5Click Connect.--EndWait for a moment and log in to the web UI again. When the page displays “Connected. You can access theinternet.”, the router is connected to the internet successfully.
VerificationConnect to the WiFi signal anywhere at home using a smart phone and check whether it can surf the internetnormally. The WiFi name and password of F9 can be checked in Wireless Settings WiFi Name and Passwordpart.5.6 AP ModeIn AP mode, the router serves as an access point, and is connected to the internet in a wired manner. All portsare used to connect to wired devices, such as routers, switches, computers, and so on.AP Mode ConfigurationStep 1Choose Internet Settings.Step 2Select AP.Step 3Click OK to apply th
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 192.168.1.
