Actiontec WF-825 Tri Band Wi-Fi 7 Router User Manual

Actiontec WF-825 Tri Band Wi-Fi 7 Router

Specifications

• Tri-band Wi-Fi 7 Router WF-825
• Version: 1.0
• Oct, 2023
• Website: www.actiontec.com

Overview
The tri-band Wi-Fi 7 WF-825 is designed to provide Wi-Fi network connectivity for homes and businesses based on the latest 802.11bechipset design. It supports EasyMesh R4 for self-configuring, self-healing, and self- managing Wi-Fi networks. The router dynamically selects the most reliable Wi- Fi path for fast and seamless handoffs.
WF-825 is a high-performance Wi-Fi 7 router supporting 802.11ax on all Wi-Fi radio bands. It offers advanced features to meet the demands of high-speed real-time traffic and high-bandwidth entertainment like 4K video streaming, video game streaming, and VR.

Key Features

• Desktop placement
• 2.4GHz 40MHz 4×4 802.11b/g/n/ax
• 5GHz 160MHz 4×4 802.11a/n/ac/ax/be
• 6GHz 160MHz 4×4 802.11a/n/ac/ax/b
• WPA/WPA2-PSK(AES)/WPA3 security
• 8 x Integrated Wi-Fi antennas
• 1 x 10GbE WAN, 1 x 10GbE LAN, 3 x 2.5GbE LAN
• 4 x Status LED (multi-color)
• 1 x USB3.0, 1 x WPS button, 1 x Reset button, 1 x DC jack
• Supports router/extender functions, TR-069 management, EasyMesh R4

Application Scenario
Three WF-825 and WF-710G routers can form a Wi-Fi mesh network. One is configured as the Gateway and the other two as Wi-Fi Extenders.

Software Features

Network

• Bridge Mode: DHCP Client, Backhaul with 2.4G/5G Wi-Fi/Ethernet
• Router Mode: IPv4, IPv6, NAT, WAN DHCP client, LAN DHCP server, DNS server

Wi-Fi

• TR-069 Management, DHCP reservation, uPNP, Port forwarding, Backhaul with Ethernet
• IGMP Snooping, Band steering, Channel scan, DFS, SSID broadcast, WPA/WPA2/WPA3 PSK security
• 2.4GHz bandwidth: 20/40MHz, 5GHz bandwidth: 20/40/80/160MHz

Setting Up the WF-825 Router

1. Connect the WF-825 to a power source using the provided AC/DC adapter.
2. Connect your modem to the WF-825’s WAN port using an Ethernet] cable.
3. Power on the WF-825 by pressing the power button.
4. Access the router’s settings through a web browser by entering the default IP address (usually provided in the manual).
5. Follow the on-screen instructions to configure your Wi-Fi network settings and security options.

Extending Wi-Fi Coverage with WF-825

1. To extend your Wi-Fi coverage with WF-825 routers, place them strategically in areas where the signal strength is weak.
2. Configure one WF-825 as the Gateway and others as Extenders following the provided instructions in the manual.
3. Once configured, the routers will form a mesh network to provide seamless Wi-Fi coverage throughout your home or office.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can I use the WF-825 router with my existing internet service provider?
A: Yes, the WF-825 router is compatible with most internet service providers. You can connect it to your existing modem to set up your Wi-Fi network.

Product Datasheet

Notice: Actiontec has the sole right to make corrections, modifications, enhancements, improvements, and other changes to its products and services at any time, and to discontinue any product or service without notice. Actiontec has the final interpretation.

Overview

The tri-band Wi-Fi 7 WF-825 is designed to provide Wi-Fi network connectivity for homes and business based on the latest 802.11be chipset design. With the WF-825, the user can utilize EasyMesh R4, which provides a self-configuring, self-healing and self-managing Wi-Fi network. It dynamically selects the most reliable Wi-Fi path and enables fast and seamless handoffs for end-users.
WF-825 is one of the best-performing WiFi 7 router in the market. It supports 802.11ax on all Wi-Fi radio bands. The 2.4G radio supports 4×4 802.11b/g/n/ax MIMO. The 5G radio supports 4×4 802.11a/n/ac/ax/be MIMO. The 6G radio supports 4×4 802.11a/n/ac/ax/be MIMO WF-825 can meet the requirements for high-speed real-time traffic and high-bandwidth entertainment, such as 4K video, video game streaming and VR.
With global deployments in mind, the WF-825 utilized standard AC/DC adapter, allowing easy adaptation everywhere in every country.

Key Features

• Desktop placement
• 2.4GHz 40MHz 4×4 802.11b/g/n/ax
• 5GHz 160MHz 4×4 802.11a/n/ac/ax/be
• 6GHz 160MHz 4×4 802.11a/n/ac/ax/be
• WPA/WPA2-PSK(AES)/WPA3
• 8 x Integrated Wi-Fi antennas
• 1 x 10GbE WAN
• 1 x 10GbE LAN
• 3 x 2.5GbE LAN
• 4 x Status LED (multi-color)
• 1 x USB3.0
• 1 x WPS button
• 1 x Reset button
• 1 x DC jack
• Supports router/extender functions
• Supports TR-069 management
• Supports EasyMesh R4

Application Scenario
Three WF-825 and WF-710G can form a Wi-Fi mesh network. One configured as the Gateway and the other two configured as the Wi-Fi Extender:

Software Features

• DHCP Client
• Backhaul with 2.4G/5G Wi-Fi/Ethernet

Router Mode

• IPv4
• IPv6
• NAT
•  WAN DHCP client
• LAN DHCP server
• DNS server

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• DHCP reservation
• uPNP
•  Port forwarding
• Backhaul with Ethernet

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IGMP Snooping

**Wi-Fi**

| 2.4GHz bandwidth: 20/40MHz, 5GHz bandwidth: 20/40/80/160MHz
802.11 k/v/r
Band steering
Channel scan
DFS
SSID broadcast
WPA/WPA2/WPA3 PSK security
TR-069 Management|

• Network topology display
• Device connected
• Client accessed
• Channel
• Backhaul type

Network optimize
WPA/WPA2/WPA3 PSK security
Freeze client
Device information

• Status
• Online time
• IP address
• MAC address
• Firmware version
• Channel

Client information

• Status
• Online time
• IP address
• MAC address
• Channel

Network statistic chart

• Bandwidth usage
• RSSI
• Channel congestion
• Event

| Utilities

• Reboot device
• Upgrade remotely
• Speed Test

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Specification

• 1 x 10GbE WAN
• 1 x 10GbE WAN
• 3 x 2.5GbE LAN
• 1 x DC jack

 Input Voltage| +12V/5A
 Power consumption| < 50W
 Environmental Specification
 Temperature| Operation: 0℃～+35℃ Storage: -40℃～+85℃
 Operating Humidity| 5%～95% (non-condensing)
 Elevations| 86kPa～106kPa altitude
Dustproof and Waterproof| IP20
Compliance|

• IEC 62368-1:2014 (Second Edition)+A11: 2017
• UL 62368-1, 2nd Ed, 2014-12-01 (Audio/video, information and communication technology equipment Part 1: Safety requirements)
• CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 62368-1-14, 2nd Ed (Audio/video, information and communication technology equipment Part 1: Safety requirements)

• FCC
• ETL
• RoHS 2011/65/EU compliant (RoHS 10 compliant, no Pb)

Reliability

MTBF

| > 300,000 Hours

Telcordia SR-332, Reliability Prediction Procedures for Electronic Equipment, Issue 3, Method 1, Case 3, GB/GC (Ground Benign, Controlled) environment, 25ºC ambient temperature. Steady state, not including software failure.

AFR| AFR (Annualized Failure Rate) < 1.5% (in continuous operation)

Chipset

Wi-Fi SoC| Qualcomm
Flash| 4GB eMMC
DDR| 1GB DDR4 RAM

Wi-Fi Interface

Operating frequency| 2.4G radio: 2.4000GHz~2.4835GHz
5G radio: 5.150~5.250,5.250~5.350,5.470~5.725, 5.725~5.850GHz
6G radio: 5.925 ~ 7.125GHz
**** Data Rate|

• 802.11b: 1, 2, 5.5, and 11Mbps
• 802.11g: 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, and 54Mbps
• 802.11a: 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48 and 54Mb/s
• 802.11n: MCS0~MCS15
• 802.11ac: MCS0 ~ MCS9
• 802.11ax: MCS0~MCS11

**** Receive Sensitivity| 2.4G

802.11g: -90dBm@6Mbps

-74dBm@54Mbps

802.11n:

| | HT20| HT40|
MCS0| -90dBm| -87dBm

• Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Interference 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 generate, 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 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.

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.

FCC Caution : Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

RF exposure warning

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.
This equipment must be installed and operated in accordance with provided instructions and the antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 45 cm from all persons and must not be collocated or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

FCC regulations restrict operation of this device to indoor use only.
The operation of this device is prohibited on oil platforms, cars, trans, boats, and aircraft, except that operation of this device is permitted in large aircraft while flying above 10000 feet. Operation of transmitters in the 5.925-7.125 GHz band is prohibited for control of or communications with unmanned aircraft systems.

Contact Information

• Actiontec Electronics, Inc.
• 2445 Augustine Dr., Suite 501
• Santa Cara, CA 95054
• Tel: +1(408) 837-4800
• Email: broadband-sales@actiontec.com

Notice: Actiontec has the sole right to make corrections, modifications, enhancements, improvements, and other changes to its products and services at any time, and to discontinue any product or service without notice. Actiontec has the final interpretation.

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