TRENDnet User’s Guide

 

 

 

TEW-812DRU

The following section outlines options when selecting PSK (Preshared Key Protocol),

Connect wireless devices to your router

• WPA Encryption: Select a Cipher Type to use. When selecting WPA-PSKsecurity, it

A variety of wireless network devices can connect to your wireless network such as:

is recommended to use TKIP + AES.

o When selecting WPA2-PSK Mixed security, it is recommended to use TKIP+AES.

• Gaming Consoles

 

 

o When selecting WPA2-PSKsecurity, it is recommended to use AES.

• Internet enabled TVs

 

• WPA passphrase: Enter the passphrase.

• Network media players

 

o This is the password or key that is used to connect your computer to this router

• Smart Phones

 

 

wirelessly

• Wireless Laptop computers

 

Note: 8-63 alphanumeric characters (a,b,C,?,*, /,1,2, etc.)

• Wireless IP cameras

 

 

• Network Key Rotation Interval: Enter the time interval (seconds) of when the

 

 

 

 

 

 

network key will rotate. passphrase.

 

 

 

 

WEP Key Format

 

HEX

ASCII

Note: Your passphrase will not change, rotation key is design to rotate the key to

 

Character set

 

 

 

prevent wireless intruders.

 

0-9 & A-F, a-f only

Alphanumeric (a,b,C,?,*, /,1,2, etc.)

Selecting WPA, WPA2, or WPA2Mixed:

64-bit key length

 

10 characters

5 characters

128-bit key length

 

26 characters

13 characters

 

 

 

Each device may have its own software utility for searching and connecting to available

 

wireless networks, therefore, you must refer to the User’s Manual/Guide of your

 

wireless client device to determine how to search and connect to this router’s wireless

 

network.

 

 

The following section outlines options when selecting WPA. WPA2 or WPA2 Mixed or

See the “Appendix” on page 58 for general information on connecting to a wireless

network.

 

 

EAP (Extensible Authentication Protocol). Also known as called Remote Authentication

 

 

 

 

Dial-In User Service or RADIUS.

Connect wireless devices using WPS

Note: This security type requires an external RADIUS server, PSK only requires you to

create a passphrase.

WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) is a feature that makes it easy to connect devices to your

• Radius Server: Enter the IP address of the RADIUS server. (e.g. 192.168.10.250)

wireless network. If your wireless devices support WPS, you can use this feature to

• Radius Port: Enter the port your RADIUS server is configured to use for RADIUS

easily add wireless devices to your network.

 

authentication.

Note: You will not be able to use WPS if you set the SSID Broadcast setting to Disabled.

Note: It is recommended to use port 1812.

 

 

 

 

•

RADIUS Key: Enter the shared secret used to authorize your router with your

There are two methods the WPS feature can easily connect your wireless devices to

your network.

 

RADIUS server.

 

• Push Button Configuration (PBC) method

 

 

o RECOMMENDED Hardware Push Button method–with an external button located physically on your router and on your client device

o WPS Software/Virtual Push Button - located in router management page

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AC1750 Dual Band Wireless Router, TEW-812DRU specifications

The TRENDnet TEW-812DRU is an advanced AC1750 Dual Band Wireless Router that offers robust performance and exceptional connectivity for a wide range of networking needs. Positioned as an ideal solution for both home and small office environments, this router boasts a number of impressive features designed to enhance your internet experience.

One of the standout characteristics of the TEW-812DRU is its dual-band functionality, which allows it to operate on both the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz frequency bands. This capability enables users to enjoy faster wireless speeds, with combined data rates of up to 1750 Mbps. Such speeds facilitate seamless streaming of high-definition videos, online gaming, and multiple device connections without sacrificing performance.

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