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TD-W8970 300Mbps Wireless N Gigabit ADSL2+ Modem Router Rev: 1.0.0 1910010752
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...., LTD DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY For the following equipment: Product Description: 300Mbps Wireless N Gigabit ADSL2+ Modem Router Model No.: TD-W8970 Trademark: TP-LINK We declare under our own responsibility that the above products satisfy all the technical regulations applicable to the product within...the CE Mark: Person responsible for marking this declaration: Yang Hongliang Product Manager of International Business Date of issue: 2012 TP-LINK TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD Building 24 (floors 1, 3, 4, 5), and 28 (floors 1-4) Central Science and Technology Park, Shennan Rd, Nanshan, Shenzhen, ...
...., LTD DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY For the following equipment: Product Description: 300Mbps Wireless N Gigabit ADSL2+ Modem Router Model No.: TD-W8970 Trademark: TP-LINK We declare under our own responsibility that the above products satisfy all the technical regulations applicable to the product within...the CE Mark: Person responsible for marking this declaration: Yang Hongliang Product Manager of International Business Date of issue: 2012 TP-LINK TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD Building 24 (floors 1, 3, 4, 5), and 28 (floors 1-4) Central Science and Technology Park, Shennan Rd, Nanshan, Shenzhen, ...
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TD-W8970 300Mbps Wireless N Gigabit ADSL2+ Modem Router User Guide Package Contents The following contents should be found in your package: ¾ One TD-W8970 300Mbps Wireless N Gigabit ADSL2+ Modem Router ¾ One Power Adapter for TD-W8970 300Mbps Wireless N Gigabit ADSL2+ Modem Router ¾ Quick Installation Guide ¾ One RJ45 cable ¾ Two RJ11 cables ¾ One ADSL splitter ¾ One Resource CD for TD-W8970 300Mbps Wireless N Gigabit ADSL2+ Modem Router, including: • This User Guide • Other Helpful Information ) Note...
TD-W8970 300Mbps Wireless N Gigabit ADSL2+ Modem Router User Guide Package Contents The following contents should be found in your package: ¾ One TD-W8970 300Mbps Wireless N Gigabit ADSL2+ Modem Router ¾ One Power Adapter for TD-W8970 300Mbps Wireless N Gigabit ADSL2+ Modem Router ¾ Quick Installation Guide ¾ One RJ45 cable ¾ Two RJ11 cables ¾ One ADSL splitter ¾ One Resource CD for TD-W8970 300Mbps Wireless N Gigabit ADSL2+ Modem Router, including: • This User Guide • Other Helpful Information ) Note...
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... and IEEE 802.11b products. The TD-W8970 300Mbps Wireless N Gigabit ADSL2+ Modem Router utilizes integrated ADSL2+ transceiver and high speed MIPS CPU. The incredible speed makes it is supported and detailed instructions are provided step by 3X3 MIMO technology, the Wireless N Router delivers exceptional range and speed, which ensures your network stable and smooth. TD-W8970 300Mbps Wireless N Gigabit ADSL2+ Modem Router User Guide Chapter 1. Product Overview Thank...
... and IEEE 802.11b products. The TD-W8970 300Mbps Wireless N Gigabit ADSL2+ Modem Router utilizes integrated ADSL2+ transceiver and high speed MIPS CPU. The incredible speed makes it is supported and detailed instructions are provided step by 3X3 MIMO technology, the Wireless N Router delivers exceptional range and speed, which ensures your network stable and smooth. TD-W8970 300Mbps Wireless N Gigabit ADSL2+ Modem Router User Guide Chapter 1. Product Overview Thank...
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TD-W8970 300Mbps Wireless N Gigabit ADSL2+ Modem Router User Guide 1.2 Main Features ¾ Maximum wireless speed up to 300Mbps at 2.4GHz. ¾ Four 10/100/1000Mbps Auto-Negotiation RJ45 LAN ports (Auto MDI/MDIX), one RJ11 port. ¾ Provides external splitter. ¾ Adopts Advanced DMT modulation and demodulation technology. ¾ Supports bridge mode and Router...AES encryption security. ¾ Provides 64/128-bit WEP encryption security and wireless LAN ACL (Access Control List). ¾ Supports 3G/3.75G USB Modem Sharing, USB Storage Sharing, Print Server, FTP Server, Media Server. ...
TD-W8970 300Mbps Wireless N Gigabit ADSL2+ Modem Router User Guide 1.2 Main Features ¾ Maximum wireless speed up to 300Mbps at 2.4GHz. ¾ Four 10/100/1000Mbps Auto-Negotiation RJ45 LAN ports (Auto MDI/MDIX), one RJ11 port. ¾ Provides external splitter. ¾ Adopts Advanced DMT modulation and demodulation technology. ¾ Supports bridge mode and Router...AES encryption security. ¾ Provides 64/128-bit WEP encryption security and wireless LAN ACL (Access Control List). ¾ Supports 3G/3.75G USB Modem Sharing, USB Storage Sharing, Print Server, FTP Server, Media Server. ...
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... status. Please refer to Note 2 for troubleshooting. There is no successful Internet connection or the modem router is off. For details, please refer to right). ADSL synchronization fails. TD-W8970 300Mbps Wireless N Gigabit ADSL2+ Modem Router User Guide 1.3 Panel Layout 1.3.1 The Front Panel Figure 1-1 The modem router's LEDs are located on . On ADSL line is synchronized and ready to use. (ADSL) Flash...
... status. Please refer to Note 2 for troubleshooting. There is no successful Internet connection or the modem router is off. For details, please refer to right). ADSL synchronization fails. TD-W8970 300Mbps Wireless N Gigabit ADSL2+ Modem Router User Guide 1.3 Panel Layout 1.3.1 The Front Panel Figure 1-1 The modem router's LEDs are located on . On ADSL line is synchronized and ready to use. (ADSL) Flash...
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Please refer to this LAN port. (LAN1-4) Flash The modem router is sending or receiving data over the wireless network. If the Internet LED is off , please check your Internet connection first. On There is a device connected to 4.7.2 WPS Settings for more... 5 If your ADSL LED is also off, please refer to this part of information with your ISP and make Internet connection correctly. TD-W8970 300Mbps Wireless N Gigabit ADSL2+ Modem Router User Guide On Wireless is enabled but no device connected to Note 1. Off There is no data is being transmitted. (WLAN) Flash Off The...
Please refer to this LAN port. (LAN1-4) Flash The modem router is sending or receiving data over the wireless network. If the Internet LED is off , please check your Internet connection first. On There is a device connected to 4.7.2 WPS Settings for more... 5 If your ADSL LED is also off, please refer to this part of information with your ISP and make Internet connection correctly. TD-W8970 300Mbps Wireless N Gigabit ADSL2+ Modem Router User Guide On Wireless is enabled but no device connected to Note 1. Off There is no data is being transmitted. (WLAN) Flash Off The...
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.... ¾ ON/OFF: The switch for the power. ¾ POWER: The Power plug is where you can connect the modem router to its factory default settings. Move it to left /right to enable/disable the WiFi function. ¾ RESET: There are... to 4.7.2 WPS Settings. ¾ WiFi: The switch for wireless operation and data transmit. 6 Method one: With the modem router powered on, use a pin to reset the modem router's factory defaults. Or you can connect the modem router with the telephone. TD-W8970 300Mbps Wireless N Gigabit ADSL2+ Modem Router User Guide 1.3.2 The Back Panel Figure 1-2 ¾ ADSL...
.... ¾ ON/OFF: The switch for the power. ¾ POWER: The Power plug is where you can connect the modem router to its factory default settings. Move it to left /right to enable/disable the WiFi function. ¾ RESET: There are... to 4.7.2 WPS Settings. ¾ WiFi: The switch for wireless operation and data transmit. 6 Method one: With the modem router powered on, use a pin to reset the modem router's factory defaults. Or you can connect the modem router with the telephone. TD-W8970 300Mbps Wireless N Gigabit ADSL2+ Modem Router User Guide 1.3.2 The Back Panel Figure 1-2 ¾ ADSL...
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Figure 2-1 7 Connecting the Modem Router 2.1 System Requirements ¾ Broadband Internet Access Service (DSL/Cable/Ethernet... should not be located where it will be exposed to moisture or excessive heat. ¾ Place the Router in a location where it can be connected to the various devices as well as to a power source... do not create a tripping hazard. ¾ The Router can be placed on a shelf or desktop. ¾ Keep away from the strong electromagnetic radiation and the device of electromagnetic sensitive. TD-W8970 300Mbps Wireless N Gigabit ADSL2+ Modem Router User Guide Chapter 2.
Figure 2-1 7 Connecting the Modem Router 2.1 System Requirements ¾ Broadband Internet Access Service (DSL/Cable/Ethernet... should not be located where it will be exposed to moisture or excessive heat. ¾ Place the Router in a location where it can be connected to the various devices as well as to a power source... do not create a tripping hazard. ¾ The Router can be placed on a shelf or desktop. ¾ Keep away from the strong electromagnetic radiation and the device of electromagnetic sensitive. TD-W8970 300Mbps Wireless N Gigabit ADSL2+ Modem Router User Guide Chapter 2.
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TD-W8970 300Mbps Wireless N Gigabit ADSL2+ Modem Router User Guide ) Note: The diameter of the screw, 3.5mm
TD-W8970 300Mbps Wireless N Gigabit ADSL2+ Modem Router User Guide ) Note: The diameter of the screw, 3.5mm
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Quick Installation Guide 3.1 Configuring the PC After you directly connect your PC to the modem router TD-W8970 or connect your adapter to a Hub/Switch which has connected to the modem router, you need to configure it. Step 1: Click the Start menu on your PC's IP address. Figure 3-1 Step 2: Right click Local Area Connection (LAN), and then select Properties. 10 Follow the steps below to configure your desktop, right click My Network Places, and then select Properties (shown in Figure 3-1). TD-W8970 300Mbps Wireless N Gigabit ADSL2+ Modem Router User Guide Chapter 3.
Quick Installation Guide 3.1 Configuring the PC After you directly connect your PC to the modem router TD-W8970 or connect your adapter to a Hub/Switch which has connected to the modem router, you need to configure it. Step 1: Click the Start menu on your PC's IP address. Figure 3-1 Step 2: Right click Local Area Connection (LAN), and then select Properties. 10 Follow the steps below to configure your desktop, right click My Network Places, and then select Properties (shown in Figure 3-1). TD-W8970 300Mbps Wireless N Gigabit ADSL2+ Modem Router User Guide Chapter 3.
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After that, click OK. 11 Figure 3-3 Step 4: Configure the IP address as Figure 3-4 shows. TD-W8970 300Mbps Wireless N Gigabit ADSL2+ Modem Router User Guide Figure 3-2 Step 3: Select General tab, highlight Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), and then click the Properties button.
After that, click OK. 11 Figure 3-3 Step 4: Configure the IP address as Figure 3-4 shows. TD-W8970 300Mbps Wireless N Gigabit ADSL2+ Modem Router User Guide Figure 3-2 Step 3: Select General tab, highlight Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), and then click the Properties button.
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... run the Ping command in the screen above. Type ping 192.168.1.1 on your PC and the modem router has been established. If the result displayed is similar to verify the network connection. Figure 3-5 12 TD-W8970 300Mbps Wireless N Gigabit ADSL2+ Modem Router User Guide ) Note: Figure 3-4 You can run tab, type cmd or command in the field and press...
... run the Ping command in the screen above. Type ping 192.168.1.1 on your PC and the modem router has been established. If the result displayed is similar to verify the network connection. Figure 3-5 12 TD-W8970 300Mbps Wireless N Gigabit ADSL2+ Modem Router User Guide ) Note: Figure 3-4 You can run tab, type cmd or command in the field and press...
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...link to the device and the LEDs on any Windows, Macintosh or UNIX OS with a Web browser, such as Microsoft Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox or Apple Safari. 1. Figure 3-7 After a moment, a login window will appear, similar to configure and manage the TD-W8970 300Mbps Wireless N Gigabit ADSL2+ Modem Router.... The LEDs of the browser. Then click the OK button or press the Enter key. 13 TD-W8970 300Mbps Wireless N Gigabit ADSL2+ Modem Router User Guide If the result displayed is similar...
...link to the device and the LEDs on any Windows, Macintosh or UNIX OS with a Web browser, such as Microsoft Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox or Apple Safari. 1. Figure 3-7 After a moment, a login window will appear, similar to configure and manage the TD-W8970 300Mbps Wireless N Gigabit ADSL2+ Modem Router.... The LEDs of the browser. Then click the OK button or press the Enter key. 13 TD-W8970 300Mbps Wireless N Gigabit ADSL2+ Modem Router User Guide If the result displayed is similar...
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... Wizard. 14 Go to Tools menu→Internet Options→Connections→LAN Settings, in Figure 3-9. After your Web-browser has been set to a proxy. TD-W8970 300Mbps Wireless N Gigabit ADSL2+ Modem Router User Guide ) Note: Figure 3-8 1) Do not mix up the user name and password with your ADSL account user name and password which are needed for...
... Wizard. 14 Go to Tools menu→Internet Options→Connections→LAN Settings, in Figure 3-9. After your Web-browser has been set to a proxy. TD-W8970 300Mbps Wireless N Gigabit ADSL2+ Modem Router User Guide ) Note: Figure 3-8 1) Do not mix up the user name and password with your ADSL account user name and password which are needed for...
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If you have been given specific settings for your connection. Change the VPI/VCI values which are used to define a unique path for this to configuration, type in the correct values assigned by your ISP. Click Next. Please select the Connection Type given by your ISP. Click Next. 15 TD-W8970 300Mbps Wireless N Gigabit ADSL2+ Modem Router User Guide Figure 3-9 3. Figure 3-10 4. Here we use PPPoE as an example.
If you have been given specific settings for your connection. Change the VPI/VCI values which are used to define a unique path for this to configuration, type in the correct values assigned by your ISP. Click Next. Please select the Connection Type given by your ISP. Click Next. 15 TD-W8970 300Mbps Wireless N Gigabit ADSL2+ Modem Router User Guide Figure 3-9 3. Figure 3-10 4. Here we use PPPoE as an example.
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Click Back to modify or click the Save button to continue. Enter the Username, Password and Confirm Password given by your configuration. 16 On this page, please confirm all parameters. Set a Password or select Disable Security(Disable Security is not recommended.), and then click Next to save your ISP, and then click Next. Figure 3-12 6. Figure 3-13 7. TD-W8970 300Mbps Wireless N Gigabit ADSL2+ Modem Router User Guide Figure 3-11 5. On the Wireless screen, we use the default SSID, select a Mode.
Click Back to modify or click the Save button to continue. Enter the Username, Password and Confirm Password given by your configuration. 16 On this page, please confirm all parameters. Set a Password or select Disable Security(Disable Security is not recommended.), and then click Next to save your ISP, and then click Next. Figure 3-12 6. Figure 3-13 7. TD-W8970 300Mbps Wireless N Gigabit ADSL2+ Modem Router User Guide Figure 3-11 5. On the Wireless screen, we use the default SSID, select a Mode.
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Figure 3-15 17 You will see the Complete screen below, click Finish to complete these settings. TD-W8970 300Mbps Wireless N Gigabit ADSL2+ Modem Router User Guide Figure 3-14 8.
Figure 3-15 17 You will see the Complete screen below, click Finish to complete these settings. TD-W8970 300Mbps Wireless N Gigabit ADSL2+ Modem Router User Guide Figure 3-14 8.
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Configuring the Modem Router This chapter will show each Web page's key function are the corresponding explanations and instructions. The detailed explanations for each Web page's key function and the configuration way. 4.1 Login After your successful login, you can see the eighteen main menus on the left of the Web-based utility. On the right, there are listed below. 4.2 Status Choose "Status", you will see the corresponding information about Device Information, DSL, WAN, LAN and WLAN. 18 TD-W8970 300Mbps Wireless N Gigabit ADSL2+ Modem Router User Guide Chapter 4.
Configuring the Modem Router This chapter will show each Web page's key function are the corresponding explanations and instructions. The detailed explanations for each Web page's key function and the configuration way. 4.1 Login After your successful login, you can see the eighteen main menus on the left of the Web-based utility. On the right, there are listed below. 4.2 Status Choose "Status", you will see the corresponding information about Device Information, DSL, WAN, LAN and WLAN. 18 TD-W8970 300Mbps Wireless N Gigabit ADSL2+ Modem Router User Guide Chapter 4.
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Select your desired mode and then click Save. 19 TD-W8970 300Mbps Wireless N Gigabit ADSL2+ Modem Router User Guide Figure 4-1 4.3 Quick Setup Please refer to Section 3.2 Quick Installation Guide. 4.4 Operation Mode Choose "Operation Mode", and you will see the screen as shown in Figure 4-2.
Select your desired mode and then click Save. 19 TD-W8970 300Mbps Wireless N Gigabit ADSL2+ Modem Router User Guide Figure 4-1 4.3 Quick Setup Please refer to Section 3.2 Quick Installation Guide. 4.4 Operation Mode Choose "Operation Mode", and you will see the screen as shown in Figure 4-2.