The Tenda W361R router provides a simple interface that enables the user to configure it easily. Also, it gives an online monitoring feature. It supports URL filter and MAC filter. You can enlarge the network coverage area using the WDS function. The router has a super compatibility feature. As a result, you can connect multiple computers to your router and access the Internet. The simple steps to perform the Tenda W316R router setup are given on this page.
Package Contents
Open the package and check if the following contents are available.
W316R wireless broadband router
Quick Installation Guide
Power adapter
Software CD
After unpacking, carry out the following steps to set up the Tenda WW3166R router.
Hardware Installation
Step 1
Connect the power adapter (included in the package) between your router’s rear port and a power outlet.
Note: Do not use an unmatched power adapter. It might damage the router.
Step 2
Insert an Ethernet cable into the router’s LAN port and your computer’s Ethernet port.
Step 3
Use another Ethernet for establishing a connection between the router’s WAN port and the Internet.
Now, you have completed the Tenda W316R router setup hardware.
Configure Your Windows 7 Computer For The TCP/IP Settings
Step 1
On your computer, navigate to the system tray, click the Network icon, and select the Open Network and Sharing Center option.
Step 2
In the left panel, click the Change adapter settings tab.
Step 3
Right-click your network connection and click the Properties option.
Step 4
In the Networking tab, go to the The connection uses the following items section and double-click the Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IP4) option to setup Tenda router.
Step 5
Navigate to the General tab and then select the radio button beside Obtain an IP address automatically and Obtain DNS server address automatically.
Alternatively, select the Use the following IP address and Use the following DNS server addresses options. Fill in the IP Address, Subnet Mask, Default Gateway, Preferred DNS server, and Alternate DNS server fields.
To save the configuration, click the OK button in the Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IP4) Properties window and proceed with the Tenda W316R router setup.
Log In To Your Router
Carry out one of these methods to log in to your router.
Method 1 - Using The Web-based Utility
Step 1
Open a web browser on the connected computer.
Step 2
In the address bar, enter 192.168.0.1.
Step 3
When the Login window appears, choose your language from the Language drop-down menu.
Navigate to the Password field and type admin. Then click the OK button.
Step 4
Navigate to the Internet Access section and select the DHCP radio button.
Go to the Wireless encryption section, navigate to the Password field, and enter a wireless password.
Click the OK button to finish the Tenda W316R router setup.
Method 2 - Using The Software CD
Step 1
Insert the software CD into the computer’s CD drive.
Step 2
Once the software initiates automatically, find the Setup icon and double-click it.
Step 3
Continue with the instructions on the screen to complete the Tenda W316R router setup.
