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Supports PPPoE, it allows connecting the internet on demand and disconnecting from the

Internet when idle.

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Provides reliable ESD and surge-protect function with quick response semi-conductive surge

protection circuit.

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High speed and asymmetrical data transmit mode, provides safe and exclusive bandwidth.

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Supports All ADSL industrial standards.

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Compatible with all mainstreams DSLAM (CO).

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Provides integrated access of internet and route function which face to SOHO user.

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Real-time Configuration and device monitoring.

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Supports Multiple PVC (Permanent Virtual Circuit).

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Built-in DHCP server.

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Built-in firewall, supporting IP/MAC filter, Application filter and URL filter.

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Supports Virtual Server, DMZ host and IP Address Mapping.

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Supports Dynamic DNS, UPnP and Static Routing.

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Supports system log and flow Statistics.

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Supports firmware upgrade and Web management.

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Provides WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK data security, TKIP/AES encryption security.

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Provides 64/128-bit WEP encryption security and wireless LAN ACL (Access Control List).

1.3

Conventions

The modem router or device mentioned in this User Guide stands for TD-W8961N without any

explanations.

Parameters provided in the pictures are just references for setting up the product, which may

differ from the actual situation.

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Chapter 2 Hardware Installation

2.1

The Front Panel

Figure 2-1

The LEDs locate on the front panel. They indicate the device’s working status. For details, please

refer to LED Explanation.

LED Explanation:

Name

Status

Indication

On

The modem router is powered on.

(Power)

Off

The modem router is off. Please ensure that the power adapter

is connected correctly.

On

ADSL line is synchronized and ready to use.

Flash

The ADSL negotiation is in progress.

(ADSL)

Off

ADSL synchronization fails. Please refer to

Note 1

for

troubleshooting.

On

The network is available with a successful Internet connection.

Flash

There is data being transmitted or received via the Internet.

(INTERNET)

Off

There is no successful Internet connection or the modem

router is operating in Bridge mode. Please refer to

Note 2

for

troubleshooting.

On

Wireless is enabled but no data is being transmitted.

Flash

The modem router is sending or receiving data over the

wireless network.

(WLAN)

Off

Wireless function is disabled.

On

A wireless device has been successfully added to the network

by WPS function.

Flash

WPS handshaking is in process and will continue for about 2

minutes. Please press the WPS button on other wireless

devices that you want to add to the network while the LED is

flashing.

(WPS)

Off

The WPS function is disabled or the wireless device fails to be

added to the network in 2 minutes after WPS function is

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enabled. Please refer to

4.3.3.1 WPS Settings

for more

information.

On

There is a device connected to this LAN port.

Flash

The modem router is sending or receiving data over this LAN

port.

(LAN1-4)

Off

There is no device connected to this LAN port.

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Note:

1.

If the ADSL LED is off, please check your Internet connection first. Refer to

2.4 Connecting

the Modem Router

for more information about how to make Internet connection correctly. If

you have already made a right connection, please contact your ISP to make sure if your

Internet service is available now.

2.

If the Internet LED is off, please check your ADSL LED first. If your ADSL LED is also off,

please refer to

Note 1

.

If your ADSL LED is GREEN ON, please check your Internet

configuration. You may need to check this part of information with your ISP and make sure

everything have been input correctly. Refer to

4.1.1 Device Info

and

4.3.1 Internet

for more

information.

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2.2

The Back Panel

Figure 2-2

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POWER

: The Power plug is where you will connect the power adapter.

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ON/OFF

: The switch for the power.

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WPS

: The switch for the WPS function. For details, please refer to

4.3.3.1 Wireless-WPS

Settings

.

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RESET

: There are two ways to reset the modem router 's factory defaults.

Method one

: With the modem router powered on, use a pin to press and hold the Reset

button for at least 5 seconds. And the modem router will reboot to its factory default settings.

Method two

: Restore the default setting from “Maintenance-SysRestart” of the modem router

's Web-based Utility.

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WiFi

: The switch for the WiFi function.

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1, 2, 3, 4 (LAN)

: Through the port, you can connect the modem router to your PC or the other

Ethernet network devices.

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ADSL

: Through the port, you can connect the modem router with the telephone. Or you can

connect them by an external separate splitter. For details, please refer to

2.4 Connecting the

Modem Router

.

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Antennas

:

Used for wireless operation and data transmit.

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Figure 2-3 Wall-mount Install

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Note:

The diameter of the screw, 3.5mm<D<7.8mm, and the distance of two screws is 107.5mm. The

2.4

Connecting the Modem Router

broadband service provided by your ISP is

L cable into the ADSL port on the rear

panel of TD-W8961N, and insert the other end into the wall socket.

2.3

Installation Environment

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The Product should not be located where it will be exposed to moisture or excessive heat.

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Place the modem router in a location where it can be connected to the various devices as

well as to a power source.

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Make sure the cables and power cord are safely placed out of the way so they do not create a

tripping hazard.

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The modem router can be placed on a shelf or desktop.

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Keep away from the strong electromagnetic radiation and the device of electromagnetic

sensitive.

Generally,TD-W8961N is placed on a horizontal surface. The device also can be mounted on the

wall as shown in Figure 2-3 Wall-mount Install.

screw that project from the wall need around 4mm based, and the length of the screw need to be

at least 20mm to withstand the weight of the product.

Before installing the device, please make sure your

available. If there is any problem, please contact your ISP. Before cable connection, cut off the

power supply and keep your hands dry. You can follow the steps below to install it.

Step 1:

Connect the ADSL Line.

Method one:

Plug one end of the twisted-pair ADS