Tenda A23 - User Manual

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Quick Installation Guide

Wi-Fi 6 Range Extender

A23

Please read this guide before you Start With the quick setup upon the first use.

This guide instructs how to install and Connect the device, For more information, such as the description Of symbols displayed

on relevantmaterials, visit www.tendacn.com or scan the Product Documents QRcode of this guide.

Connect to the internet

Method 1: Set up the extender by web UI

Power on the extender

Plug the extender into a power outlet near the router, and wait until the LED indicator of the extender

Setup by smartphone

O Connectthe smartphoneto the WiFi

network of the extender: Tenda_EXT and

when the web UI of the extender is

displayed automatically, tap Start Now.

Thanks for Choosing Tenda WiFi Range Extender

Start Now

* If the above pagedoes not appear, starta web

browser, and access re.tenda.cn in the address

bar to manually log in to the web If the web IJI

still does not appear, refer to QI in FAQ.

O Read the extension message, and tap

Extend.

Internet Settings

Before you start, record the following information

for confirmation after extension.

@LEDindicatorlightingsolidonindicates

successful extension. You can connect to the

following WiFi network to access the internet

WiFi Name Tenda_l

WiFi password XXXXXXXX

• Solid green: Proper position ortoo

close to the router

• Solid yellow: Fair position. Move

towards the router

• Solid red: Poor position. Move

towards the router

@LEDindicatorblinkingredindicates

extension failed. Please connect to the

following network to extend again

WiFi Name Tenda_EXT

• Blinking red: Extension failed

Please connect to the WiFi

network Of the extender

(Tenda_EXT) and extend again

Extend

Setup by computer

O Set Login Password, and tap Next.

Set Login Password

SetExtender Login Password

For network security, please set a login password

for logging in to the web

blinks red slowly.

LED indicator blinks red slowly

O Choose the WiFi network to be extended and

enter its WiFi password, and then tap 0K.

-OTips

If the WiFi network you want to extend does not have

a 5 GHZ band, you can tap Skip in the upper-right

corner to skip it.

InternetSettings

Please the cyti_vadcd

Tenda_1 2 uc

WiFi metwork password

Please enter the WFi password

Cancel

Confirm Password

Not now

O ChangetheWiFinameandWiFipasswordof

the extender as required, and tap Next.

-Q-Tips

TO use the same password for the upstream device

andextender, tick Same as the superior WiFi

password.

Internet Settings

Upstream WiFi Name

Tenda_1 2.4G

xxxxxxxxx

Extender WiFi Name

Tenda_XXXXXX

Extender WiFi Password

xxxxxxxxx

Same as the superior WiFi password

Wait a moment until the extension finishes.

Now you can connect to the WiFi network

you set.

Internet Settings

Before you start, record the following informatio

tor confirmation atter extensiorm

@LEDindicatorlightingsolidonindicates

successful extension. You can connect tot

following WiFi network to access the internet

WiFi Name Tenda I

WiFi Password XXXXXXXX

Extending WiFinetwork Pleasewait

• Blinking red: Extension tailed

Please connect to the WiFi

network ot the extender

{Tenda_ÉXT) and extend again

Extend

Method 2: Set up the extender by WPS button

• This method is applicable for the router having a WPS button or supporting Tenda Wi-Fi+Mesh technology.

O Press the WPS onthe router to enable its WPSfunction.

O Within 2 minutes, press the WPS button on the extender, and its LED indicator blinks green fast.

When the LED indicator lights solid green, the setup is successful.

vvps

1. Connect your laptop to the WiFi network Of the extender: Tenda_EXT, or use an Ethernet cable to

connect the computer to the Ethernet port Of the extender.

2. Enter the re.tenda.cn in the address bar to access the web UI Of the extender. Click Start Now.

3. FOIlow the onscreen instructions to complete the setup.

* If the web UIstill does not appear, refer to QI in FAQ

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This document describes a Wi-Fi 6 Range Extender, model A23, designed to expand the coverage of an existing Wi-Fi network. It provides instructions for quick installation and setup, as well as information on device appearance, relocation tips, troubleshooting, and safety precautions.

Function Description

The Wi-Fi 6 Range Extender functions by receiving the signal from an existing Wi-Fi router and rebroadcasting it, effectively extending the wireless coverage area. It supports Wi-Fi 6 technology, indicating enhanced performance and efficiency for modern wireless networks. The device aims to eliminate Wi-Fi dead zones and provide a stable internet connection in areas previously experiencing weak or no signal. It can be set up using a smartphone via a web user interface (UI) or through a WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) button for quick configuration. Once set up, the extender creates a new Wi-Fi network, or it can adopt the same name as the upstream router's network, allowing devices to seamlessly connect to the strongest available signal. The extender includes an Ethernet port, enabling wired connections for devices such as computers, game consoles, or switches, thus offering flexibility in network connectivity.

Usage Features

The extender offers two primary methods for setup:

Web UI Setup (Smartphone/Computer):
- Initial Connection: Users connect their smartphone or computer to the extender's default Wi-Fi network (Tenda_EXT). The web UI should automatically display; if not, users can manually access it by entering "re.tenda.cn" in a web browser.
- Login Password: A login password needs to be set for security purposes to access the extender's web UI.
- Network Selection: The user selects the existing Wi-Fi network to be extended from a list and enters its password. There's an option to skip if the upstream network lacks a 5 GHz band.
- Extender Wi-Fi Configuration: Users can customize the extender's Wi-Fi name and password. An option is available to use the same password as the upstream router for convenience.
- Extension Confirmation: After configuration, the extender processes the settings, and a confirmation message is displayed. The LED indicator provides visual feedback on the extension status.
WPS Button Setup:
- Router WPS Activation: Users first press the WPS button on their existing Wi-Fi router to enable its WPS function.
- Extender WPS Activation: Within two minutes, the WPS button on the extender is pressed. The extender's LED indicator will blink green rapidly during this process.
- Successful Setup: The setup is successful when the LED indicator on the extender turns solid green, signifying a proper connection.

Relocation Tips:

To optimize performance, the extender should be placed strategically:

Optimal Placement: Position the extender between the main router and the Wi-Fi dead zone, ensuring it is within the router's coverage area.
Interference Avoidance: Keep the extender away from electronic devices that emit strong interference, such as microwave ovens, induction cookers, and refrigerators.
Elevation and Obstruction: Place the extender in a high position with minimal physical obstructions to ensure better signal propagation.
LED Indicator Feedback: The LED indicator provides crucial feedback on the extender's position relative to the router:
- Solid Green: Indicates a proper position or that it's too close to the router.
- Solid Yellow: Suggests a fair position, prompting the user to move it closer to the router.
- Solid Red: Signifies a poor position, indicating the extender is too far from the router.

Troubleshooting (FAQ):

The manual addresses common issues:

Cannot Log In to Web UI:
- Wireless Client: Ensure connection to "Tenda_EXT" and disable mobile data.
- Wired Device: Verify the computer is set to obtain IP and DNS addresses automatically.
- Reset: Reset the extender and try again.
- After Extension: If the extender's Wi-Fi name is the same as the router's, connect to the extender's network while standing nearby (not too close to the router).
Resetting the Extender: Press the RESET button with a needle-like item for 1-3 seconds until the LED indicator blinks yellow fast.
Extender Cannot Find Router's Wi-Fi:
- Verify the smartphone can detect the router's Wi-Fi.
- Change the router's Wi-Fi channel.
- Adjust the router's encryption type (e.g., WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK, WPA3-SAE).
Cannot Find Extender's Wi-Fi Name After Successful Extension (Solid Green LED): This likely means the extender's Wi-Fi name was not customized and is now the same as the upstream router's Wi-Fi name.

Maintenance Features

The manual outlines several safety precautions and environmental considerations for proper device maintenance and longevity:

Environmental Conditions:
- Temperature: Operate within 0°C to +40°C.
- Humidity: Maintain 10%-90% RH, non-condensing.
- Storage: Store within -40°C to +70°C, 5%-90% RH, non-condensing.
Physical Handling:
- Do not use the device in areas where wireless devices are prohibited.
- Avoid using near water.
- Clean only with a dry cloth.
- Do not block ventilation openings (e.g., with newspapers, tablecloths, curtains).
- Do not insert objects into ventilation openings to prevent electrical shocks.
- Avoid installing near heat sources (radiators, stoves, etc.).
- Unplug during lightning storms or long periods of disuse.
- If there is no power button, the mains plug serves as the disconnect device and should remain readily operable.
Damage and Servicing:
- Refer all servicing to qualified personnel if the device is damaged (e.g., power-supply cord/plug damage, liquid spills, objects falling into the device, exposure to rain/moisture, device not working normally, or if it has been dropped).
- To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose the apparatus to rain or moisture, and it should not be exposed to dripping or splashing.
- Do not remove the cover to reduce the risk of electric shock, as there are no user-serviceable parts inside.
Cable Recommendations: To avoid unnecessary radiation interference, it is recommended to use a shielded RJ45 cable for wired connections.
Antenna Orientation: Unfold the antennas and point them vertically upwards for optimal signal reception and transmission.

The device is designed for indoor usage only and complies with relevant regulatory standards (FCC, CE, EAC) to ensure safe and reliable operation.

Tenda A23 Specifications

General

Wireless Security	WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK
Antenna Gain	3dBi
Ports	1 x 10/100Mbps Ethernet Port
WPS Support	Yes
Type	Wi-Fi Extender
Wireless Standards	IEEE 802.11b/g/n
Frequency Band	Dual Band
Frequency	2.4 GHz, 5 GHz
Antenna	External Antennas
Button	Reset Button, WPS Button
Power Supply	100-240V, 50/60Hz
Maximum Wireless Speed	1200 Mbps (300 Mbps at 2.4 GHz, 867 Mbps at 5 GHz)

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