AC1200 Whole Home Mesh WiFi System MW3 (3-pack)

Quick Installation Guide

Package Contents

Know Your Device

Diagram of the Tenda Mesh WiFi device showing its ports:

Installation Steps

1. Install the Tenda WiFi App

Download the Tenda WiFi App on your mobile device by searching for "Tenda WiFi" in the App Store or Google Play, or by scanning the QR code. Then, install the App.

[QR code for iOS and Android app download]

Available for iOS and Android.

[Google Play Store button]

[Apple App Store button]

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Tenda WiFi

2. Connect the Primary Node

The first node you set up functions as the primary node; the rest are referred to as secondary nodes.

Diagram showing a modem connected via Ethernet cable to the WAN/LAN port of the primary node, and the primary node connected to a power adapter.

Instructions:

  1. Power off your modem, and remove and reinstall its battery (if any).
  2. Use the included Ethernet cable to connect a LAN port of your modem or the Ethernet jack to the WAN/LAN port of any node. This node is your primary node.
  3. Power on your modem.
  4. Use one of the included power adapters to connect the primary node to a power source. The LED indicator lights solid on. Wait about 40 seconds. The system completes startup when the LED indicator blinks green.

3. Connect the Primary Node to the Internet

1. Go to the WiFi network list on your mobile device, select the SSID of the primary node, and enter its password. The SSID and password are specified on the bottom label of any node.

Device Label Details:

  • SSID: NOVA_XXXX
  • Password: XXXXXX

2. Run the Tenda WiFi App and follow the onscreen instructions to connect the primary node to the internet.

After the primary node is connected to the internet, its LED indicator lights solid green.

4. Connect Secondary Nodes to the Internet

Placement:

  • Place each node at a high and open area within the network coverage of the connected node.
  • Keep your nodes away from electronics with strong interference, such as microwave ovens, induction cookers, and refrigerators.

Diagram showing secondary nodes placed in different rooms of a house.

2. Use the other included power adapters to connect the remaining secondary nodes to power sources. Their LED indicators light solid green. Wait about 40 seconds. The secondary node is connecting to another node when its LED indicator blinks green.

3. Observe the LED indicator of the secondary nodes until their LED indicators light one of the following colors:

LED Indicator Status
Solid green Good connection
Solid yellow Fair connection
Solid red Disconnected

4. If a node's LED indicator does not light solid green, move your nodes according to step 1 in ? to get better connected.

Done. To access the internet:

  • Wired devices: Connect wired devices to the LAN ports of your nodes.
  • Wireless devices: Connect wireless devices to your WiFi network using the SSID and WiFi password you set.
  • If you want to manage the network anytime anywhere, tap ? and use your account to login.

FAQ

Q1: How can I change my SSID and password?

A1: Run Tenda WiFi App, tap Settings in the lower-right corner, tap Wireless Settings, change your SSID and password, and tap Save. Then, you need to reconnect your mobile devices using the new SSID and password.

Q2: How can I remove a node from my WiFi network?

A2: Tap the node on the Tenda WiFi App, tap [...] in the upper-right corner, and choose Delete ?️. Note: Removing operation restores the node to factory settings.

Q3: Can I add another new set of nodes to expand my network coverage?

A3: Yes. Open Tenda WiFi App, tap Settings in the lower-right corner, tap Add Nova ➕, and follow the on-screen instructions to add.

Q4: How to restore my network to factory settings?

A4: With your nodes powered on, hold the RST button of your primary node down using a paper clip ? for about 6 seconds, release when the LED indicator blinks fast. Your network is reset successfully when the LED indicator lights solid on then blinks fast again. And all nodes are restored to factory settings.

Regulatory Information

CE Mark Warning

This is a Class B product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.

Operations in the 5.15-5.25GHz band are restricted to indoor use only.

This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body.

NOTE: (1) The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modifications to this equipment. (2) To avoid unnecessary radiation interference, it is recommended to use a shielded RJ45 cable.

Declaration of Conformity

Hereby, SHENZHEN TENDA TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. declares that the radio equipment type Mesh3f is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address: http://www.tendacn.com/en/service/download-cata-101.html

Operate Frequency:

  • 2.4 GHz: EU/2400-2483.5MHz (CH1-CH13)
  • 5 GHz: EU/5150-5250MHz (CH36-CH48)

EIRP Power (Max.):

  • 2.4 GHz: 19.67dBm
  • 5 GHz: 22.21dBm

Software Version: V1.0.0.X

For EU/EFTA, this product can be used in the following countries: EL ES FR HR IT CY LV CZ DK DE NL PT RO SI SE

FCC Statement

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

  • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
  • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
  • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
  • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

The device is for indoor usage only.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This device complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment and it also complies with Part 15 of the FCC RF Rules.

This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body.

Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

NOTE: (1) The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modifications to this equipment. (2) To avoid unnecessary radiation interference, it is recommended to use a shielded RJ45 cable.

Adapter Information & Operating Environment

Caution:

Adapter Model: BN073-A09009U/BN073-A09009E/BN073-A09009B/BN073-A09009P

Input: 100-240V~50/60Hz 0.4A

Output: 9V DC, 1A

Manufacturer: SHENZHEN HEWEISHUN NETWORK TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD.

DC Voltage

Operating Environment

Temperature: 0°C-40°C

Humidity: (10-90)% RH, non-condensing

Recycling Information

♻️ This product bears the selective sorting symbol for Waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE). This means that this product must be handled pursuant to European directive 2012/19/EU in order to be recycled or dismantled to minimize its impact on the environment. User has the choice to give his product to a competent recycling organization or to the retailer when he buys new electrical or electronic equipment.

Technical Support

Shenzhen Tenda Technology Co., Ltd.

6-8 Floor, Tower E3, No. 1001, Zhongshanyuan Road, Nanshan District, Shenzhen, China. 518052

USA hotline: 1-800-570-5892

Toll Free: Daily-9am to 6pm EST

Canada hotline: 1-888-998-8966

Toll Free: Mon - Fri 9 am - 6 pm PST

Website: http://www.tendacn.com

Hong Kong hotline: 00852-81931998

Website: http://www.tendacn.com

Email: support.nova@tenda.com.cn

Models: MESH3FV3, V7TMESH3FV3, MW3 Nova AC1200 Whole Home Mesh WiFi System, Nova AC1200 Whole Home Mesh WiFi System

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