Tenda F3 User manual
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Wireless Router
Model: F3
User Guide
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Copyright Statement
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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.
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.
The symbols that may be found in this document are defined as follows.
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.
Acronyms and Abbreviations
Acronym or Abbreviation
Full Spelling
ISP
Internet Service Provider
VPN
Virtual Private Network
WPS
WiFi Protected Setup
IPTV
Internet Protocol Television
PPPoE
Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet
DHCP
Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol
ISP
Internet Service Provider
DNS
Domain Name System
AP
Access Point
WISP
Wireless Internet Service Provider
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DLNA
Digital Living Network Alliance
PPTP
Point to Point Tunneling Protocol
L2TP
Layer 2 Tunneling Protocol
MPPE
Microsoft Point-to-Point Encryption
PPP
Point To Point Protocol
URL
Uniform Resource Locator
DDNS
Dynamic Domain Name System
DMZ
Demilitarized Zone
STB
Set Top Box
VLAN
Virtual Local Area Network
Additional Information
For more information, search this product model on our website at http://www.tendacn.com.
Technical Support
If you need more help, contact us by any of the following means. We will be glad to assist you as soon as
possible.
Hotline
Global: (86) 755-27657180
Email
United States:
1-800-570-5892
Canada: 1-888-998-8966
Hong Kong: 00852-81931998
Australia: 1300787922
New Zealand: 800787922
Website
http://www.tendacn.com
Skype
tendasz
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Contents
1Get to Know Your Router.......................................................................................................................1
1.1 Overview......................................................................................................................................1
1.2 Packing List .................................................................................................................................1
1.3 Appearance..................................................................................................................................2
1.3.1 LED Indicators ...................................................................................................................2
1.3.2 Button & Ports....................................................................................................................3
1.3.3 Label on the Bottom...........................................................................................................4
2Quick Setup...........................................................................................................................................5
2.1 Connecting to Your Router...........................................................................................................5
2.1.1 Connecting to Your Router Through WiFi ..........................................................................5
2.1.2 Connecting to Your Router Using an Ethernet Cable.........................................................6
2.2 Setting up an Internet Connection ...............................................................................................7
2.2.1 Setting up an Internet Connection with PPPoE..................................................................8
2.2.2 Setting up an Internet Connection with a Dynamic IPAddress..........................................9
2.2.3 Setting up an Internet Connection with a Static IPAddress.............................................11
3Functions.............................................................................................................................................13
3.1 Status ........................................................................................................................................13
3.1.1 Internet Connection Status ..............................................................................................13
3.1.2 Attached Devices and Real-time Statistics.......................................................................14
3.1.3 System Info......................................................................................................................14
3.2 Internet Settings.........................................................................................................................16
3.2.1 Set up an Internet Connection with PPPoE .....................................................................16
3.2.2 Set up an Internet Connection with Dynamic IP...............................................................18
3.2.3 Set up an Internet Connection with a Static IPAddress...................................................19
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3.3 Wireless Settings.......................................................................................................................21
3.3.1 WiFi ON/OFF Button........................................................................................................22
3.3.2 WiFi Name and Password ...............................................................................................22
3.3.3 WiFi Schedule..................................................................................................................24
3.3.4 WPS.................................................................................................................................25
3.3.5 Wireless Parameters........................................................................................................26
3.4 Bandwidth Control .....................................................................................................................27
3.5 Wireless Repeating....................................................................................................................30
3.5.1 Enabling the WISP Mode.................................................................................................31
3.5.2 Enabling the Universal Repeater Mode ...........................................................................33
3.5.3 Enabling the AP Mode .....................................................................................................35
3.6 Parental Control.........................................................................................................................36
3.7 Advanced Functions ..................................................................................................................38
3.7.1 DHCP Reservation...........................................................................................................38
3.7.2 Port Forwarding ...............................................................................................................39
3.7.3 DDNS...............................................................................................................................41
3.7.4 DMZ Host.........................................................................................................................43
3.7.5 UPNP...............................................................................................................................44
3.8 Administration............................................................................................................................44
3.8.1 Login Password ...............................................................................................................44
3.8.2 WAN Parameters.............................................................................................................45
3.8.3 LAN Parameters ..............................................................................................................47
3.8.4 Remote Web Management..............................................................................................50
3.8.5 Date & Time.....................................................................................................................52
3.8.6 Device Management........................................................................................................53
Appendixes.............................................................................................................................................58
A.1 Join Your WiFi...........................................................................................................................58
A.1.1 Windows 8......................................................................................................................58
A.1.2 Windows 7......................................................................................................................58
A.1.3 Windows XP ...................................................................................................................59
A.2 Configure Your Computer .........................................................................................................61
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A.2.1 Windows 8......................................................................................................................61
A.2.2 Windows 7......................................................................................................................63
A.2.3 Windows XP ...................................................................................................................65
A.3 FAQ...........................................................................................................................................66
A.4 Safety and Emission Statement................................................................................................69
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1 Get to Know Your Router
1.1 Overview
F3 is a smart router that helps you quickly set up
wired and wireless internet connections at home. It
boasts three external antennas to provide strong
wireless signals throughout your apartment for
ultimate internet surfing experience. User-friendly
web UI allows you to easily configure the router.
1.2 Packing List
Wireless Router * 1
Power Adapter * 1
Ethernet Cable * 1
Installation Guide * 1
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1.3 Appearance
1.3.1 LED Indicators
States of LED indicators of the router that is powered on
LED
Indicator
State
State Description
SYS
Blinking
The system is working properly.
WiFi
Solid on
The WiFi function is enabled.
Blinking
The router is transmitting or receiving data over the WiFi
network.
Off
The WiFi function is disabled.
1, 2, and 3
Solid on
The port is properly connected using an Ethernet cable.
Blinking
The LAN port is connected.
Off
The port is not connected or the connection is faulty.
WAN
Solid on
The port is properly connected using an Ethernet cable.
Blinking
The port is transmitting of receiving data.
Off
The port is not connected or the connection is faulty.
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LED
Indicator
State
State Description
WPS
Solid on for 5 mins->Off
WPS negotiation is successful.
Blinking
The router is preparing for or performing WPS negotiation
with a wireless client.
Off
The WPS function is disabled.
WPS negotiation is failed.
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Reserved
1.3.2 Button & Ports
Description of buttons and ports
Button/Port
Description
PWR
It is the power port to be connected to the power adapter included in the
package.
WAN
It is used to connect to an Ethernet cable with internet connectivity.
1, 2, and 3
They are LAN ports that can be connected to devices using Ethernet cables,
such as computers, laptops, and switches.
WPS/RST
It is used to perform WPS pairing between the router and another device
while being held down it for about 1 second, and to restore the factory
settings of the router while being held down it for about 8 seconds.
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