The Trendnet TEW-631BRP router is considered a wireless router because it offers WiFi connectivity. WiFi, or simply wireless, allows you to connect various devices to your router, such as wireless printers, smart televisions, and WiFi enabled smartphones.
Other Trendnet TEW-631BRP Guides
This is the wifi guide for the Trendnet TEW-631BRP. We also have the following guides for the same router:
- Trendnet TEW-631BRP - How to change the IP Address on a Trendnet TEW-631BRP router
- Trendnet TEW-631BRP - Trendnet TEW-631BRP User Manual
- Trendnet TEW-631BRP - Trendnet TEW-631BRP Login Instructions
- Trendnet TEW-631BRP - How to change the DNS settings on a Trendnet TEW-631BRP router
- Trendnet TEW-631BRP - Reset the Trendnet TEW-631BRP
- Trendnet TEW-631BRP - Information About the Trendnet TEW-631BRP Router
- Trendnet TEW-631BRP - Trendnet TEW-631BRP Screenshots
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- Trendnet TEW-631BRP v2 - Trendnet TEW-631BRP User Manual
- Trendnet TEW-631BRP v2 - Trendnet TEW-631BRP Login Instructions
- Trendnet TEW-631BRP v2 - Setup WiFi on the Trendnet TEW-631BRP
- Trendnet TEW-631BRP v2 - Information About the Trendnet TEW-631BRP Router
- Trendnet TEW-631BRP v2 - Trendnet TEW-631BRP Screenshots
- Trendnet TEW-631BRP v2 - Reset the Trendnet TEW-631BRP
- Trendnet TEW-631BRP v3 - Reset the Trendnet TEW-631BRP
- Trendnet TEW-631BRP v3 - How to change the IP Address on a Trendnet TEW-631BRP router
- Trendnet TEW-631BRP v3 - Trendnet TEW-631BRP User Manual
- Trendnet TEW-631BRP v3 - Trendnet TEW-631BRP Login Instructions
- Trendnet TEW-631BRP v3 - How to change the DNS settings on a Trendnet TEW-631BRP router
- Trendnet TEW-631BRP v3 - Setup WiFi on the Trendnet TEW-631BRP
- Trendnet TEW-631BRP v3 - Information About the Trendnet TEW-631BRP Router
- Trendnet TEW-631BRP v3 - Trendnet TEW-631BRP Screenshots
WiFi Terms
Before we get started there is a little bit of background info that you should be familiar with.
Wireless Name
Your wireless network needs to have a name to uniquely identify it from other wireless networks. If you are not sure what this means we have a guide explaining what a wireless name is that you can read for more information.
Wireless Password
An important part of securing your wireless network is choosing a strong password.
Wireless Channel
Picking a WiFi channel is not always a simple task. Be sure to read about WiFi channels before making the choice.
Encryption
You should almost definitely pick WPA2 for your networks encryption. If you are unsure, be sure to read our WEP vs WPA guide first.
Login To The Trendnet TEW-631BRP
To get started configuring the Trendnet TEW-631BRP WiFi settings you need to login to your router. If you are already logged in you can skip this step.
To login to the Trendnet TEW-631BRP, follow our Trendnet TEW-631BRP Login Guide.
Find the WiFi Settings on the Trendnet TEW-631BRP
If you followed our login guide above then you should see this screen.
We begin this wireless setup guide on the TRENDnet TEW-631BRP router's Device Information page. Click link labeled Basic in the left sidebar then Wireless.
Change the WiFi Settings on the Trendnet TEW-631BRP
On this new page, use the space labeled Wireless Network Name to enter a new name for your network. This name can be anything you like, but we recommend avoiding personal information. Learn more in this guide.
Now let's look at the Wireless Channel. If you are on channels 1,6, or 11 skip this step. If you are not on one of these three channels change it by unchecking the box titled Enable Auto Channel Scan. Then use the drop down list labeled Wireless Channel to select the correct channel for your network. Read this guide for more information.
Next, scroll down to the Security Mode. Choose the right security for your network here. Our recommendation is WPA Personal.
Now you need to choose the WPA Mode. For the best security pick WPA2 Only. Check out this WEP vs. WPA guide for more information.
Set the Cipher Type to AES.
The last setting that needs to be changed is called the Pre-Shared Key. This is the internet password. We recommend using at least 14 to 20 characters. If you need more help in creating a strong password, read this guide.
That's it, the only thing left to do is click the Save Settings button near the top of the page.
Possible Problems when Changing your WiFi Settings
After making these changes to your router you will almost definitely have to reconnect any previously connected devices. This is usually done at the device itself and not at your computer.
Other Trendnet TEW-631BRP Info
Don't forget about our other Trendnet TEW-631BRP info that you might be interested in.
This is the wifi guide for the Trendnet TEW-631BRP. We also have the following guides for the same router:
- Trendnet TEW-631BRP - How to change the IP Address on a Trendnet TEW-631BRP router
- Trendnet TEW-631BRP - Trendnet TEW-631BRP User Manual
- Trendnet TEW-631BRP - Trendnet TEW-631BRP Login Instructions
- Trendnet TEW-631BRP - How to change the DNS settings on a Trendnet TEW-631BRP router
- Trendnet TEW-631BRP - Reset the Trendnet TEW-631BRP
- Trendnet TEW-631BRP - Information About the Trendnet TEW-631BRP Router
- Trendnet TEW-631BRP - Trendnet TEW-631BRP Screenshots
- Trendnet TEW-631BRP v2 - How to change the IP Address on a Trendnet TEW-631BRP router
- Trendnet TEW-631BRP v2 - Trendnet TEW-631BRP User Manual
- Trendnet TEW-631BRP v2 - Trendnet TEW-631BRP Login Instructions
- Trendnet TEW-631BRP v2 - Setup WiFi on the Trendnet TEW-631BRP
- Trendnet TEW-631BRP v2 - Information About the Trendnet TEW-631BRP Router
- Trendnet TEW-631BRP v2 - Trendnet TEW-631BRP Screenshots
- Trendnet TEW-631BRP v2 - Reset the Trendnet TEW-631BRP
- Trendnet TEW-631BRP v3 - Reset the Trendnet TEW-631BRP
- Trendnet TEW-631BRP v3 - How to change the IP Address on a Trendnet TEW-631BRP router
- Trendnet TEW-631BRP v3 - Trendnet TEW-631BRP User Manual
- Trendnet TEW-631BRP v3 - Trendnet TEW-631BRP Login Instructions
- Trendnet TEW-631BRP v3 - How to change the DNS settings on a Trendnet TEW-631BRP router
- Trendnet TEW-631BRP v3 - Setup WiFi on the Trendnet TEW-631BRP
- Trendnet TEW-631BRP v3 - Information About the Trendnet TEW-631BRP Router
- Trendnet TEW-631BRP v3 - Trendnet TEW-631BRP Screenshots