For many domestic customers, setting up a Tenda router may seem rather complicated. The equipment of this manufacturer began to appear on the market not so long ago. In the article we’ll talk a bit about the routers of the company, and also discuss the settings options. Enjoy reading!
Tenda Wireless Router
Routers have their own distinctive features: they all support operation with a wireless access point; the maximum data transfer rate is 300 Mbps. The signal is stable, and the price of the router is low.
The company began operations in 1998 in China. Even then, the products were diverse. It was possible to purchase not only routers, but also modems, switches, and so on. The Chinese liked the quality, functionality and price category, so by 2008 the company had become quite famous and produced more than 1 million pieces of equipment.
Ten years ago, T enda began to collaborate with other countries. Today it supplies equipment to European countries. Previously, it was impossible to call the company really well-known. However, the low price of products and build quality did the trick - it became famous throughout the world. That is why the question of how to configure the router is quite relevant.
External setting
How to set up a Tenda router and its network? You need to open the control panel, where the "calibration" takes place. You must enter the following combination in the browser line "192. 168.0.1. " A dialog box will open in which you will need to specify a username and password.
If the router was purchased in a specialized store, then they are identical - the word admin. In the case when the router is bought from an ordinary person or provider, this data needs to be further clarified - most likely they were changed for security purposes.
You should open “Advanced Installation” in the WAN menu section. After the PPPoE connection protocol is activated, you should pay attention to other fields: “name” and “password”. They must be prescribed in the contract with the provider. When choosing an authentication algorithm, you must give preference to automatic. Next, check the box next to "Self-connection".
If you have any difficulties with setting up the device, you can contact the service center of the provider. Also, these data should be spelled out in the contract. In order to save all the entered data, click “Apply”.
L2TP type connection
If we are talking about connecting like L2TP, then you need to do slightly different manipulations. In mode, you should set the appropriate. The server address of the Tenda WiFi router is specified in the contract, or you can call the service center - they will tell you. “Name” and “Code combination” have not changed. In the MTU column, a value of no more than 1450 should be indicated. The address mode must be dynamic. Next, click on the save button and proceed with further actions.
Additional protection
Some routers of this manufacturer can be used both at home and in offices. That is why it is necessary to take care of network security. At a minimum, you should change the password and user login that allows you to enter the control panel.
Next, go to the "Advanced Installation" section. Immediately, the user will find “System Tools”. There is an option in it that allows you to change the password. Enter the data: the old combination and the new one. Then you will need to repeat the new one.
There is a limit - no more than 63 characters. Cyrillic is not supported. A similar limitation is haunted by many routers, so this is not new. Next, you will have to restart the device, after saving the changes.
Wi-Fi setup
As a rule, users purchase routers in order to work with a wireless access point. Often, such devices allow you to have a stable network and high connection. Of course, the question arises of how to connect the Tenda WiFi router. First you need to go to the "Basic Settings" section. You should activate the wireless network function, after that you need to check the box next to “Enable access point”. You must remember to set the name of the network - column SSID. If you disable the function called “Access to SSID”, then you can further protect yourself from scammers.
If you plan to connect a large number of devices, you need to activate the AP Isolation setup. It will allow you to separate wireless users from the local network.
You can also optionally configure access point security. Authentication mode must be specified - WPA2-PSK. In addition, a password must be set. Its limitations are the same as described above: no more than 63 characters (but no less than 8).
Summary
As already clear, making settings for the Tenda router is quite simple. The process resembles manipulation for any other devices of other manufacturers. There is nothing complicated. Of course, there are moments that can still confuse users who previously did not have experience with configuring the router.
Reviews about many models of this manufacturer are excellent. Owners note stable operation, good functionality and trouble-free setup. The appearance of various devices attracts immediately, minimalism and high-quality assembly do their job. There are no complaints about the router. Each owner recommends a model for purchase. The main thing is to correctly configure the Tenda router and connect the device to the computer. Then the device will be able to please the user for more than one year. A maintenance book is included in the kit, which will allow you to understand in more detail.