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TRENDnet® Announces Open Source DD-WRT Compatibility for Wireless AC Routers

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PRESS RELEASE

TORRANCE, Calif. - May 15, 2014 - TRENDnet, a best-in-class wired and wireless networking hardware brand, today announces open source DD-WRT firmware compatibility for the high performance TEW-818DRU (v1.0), TEW-812DRU (v2.0), and TEW-811DRU (v1.0), Wireless AC routers*.

DD-WRT is the leading Linux based alternative open source firmware for wireless routers and access points. DD-WRT unlocks operational modes such as using a router as a wireless extender, client bridge, or access point. It also offers a comprehensive set of controls including the ability to modify wireless radio power, define advance access controls, choose from a greater DDNS service support list, create a Wi-Fi hotspot, setup VLANs for the router's wired ports, define advanced USB port functionality, manage enhanced QoS controls, and more.

"Networking prosumers and enthusiasts let us know how much value DD-WRT firmware," stated Zak Wood, director of global marketing for TRENDnet. "Based on consumer feedback, we have opened our three highest performance routers to the popular DD-WRT firmware."

Product Information and Availability 

TEW-818DRU (v1.0) 
AC1900 Dual Band Wireless Router

  • AC1900: 1300 Mbps Wireless AC + 600 Mbps Wireless N bands
  • High speed USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 share ports
  • Pre-encrypted for your security
  • Create an isolated guest network
  • All Gigabit wired ports
  • High power amplifiers extend wireless coverage
  • Open source DD-WRT compatible*

TEW-818DRU video

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CF8M3O8hPHQ 

TEW-818DRU page

http://www.trendnet.com/products/proddetail.asp?prod=100_TEW-818DRU 

TEW-818DRU Warranty:

3 year limited

TEW-818DRU Availability:

Currently available from retailers and other TRENDnet partners 

TEW-812DRU (v2.0) 
AC1750 Dual Band Wireless Router

  • AC1750: 1300 Mbps Wireless AC + 450 Mbps Wireless N bands
  • High speed USB 3.0 share port
  • Pre-encrypted for your security
  • Create an isolated guest network
  • All Gigabit wired ports
  • High power amplifiers extend wireless coverage
  • Open source DD-WRT compatible*

TEW-812DRU video: 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LR2Nc0Smjjw 

TEW-812DRU page:

http://www.trendnet.com/products/proddetail.asp?prod=105_TEW-812DRU 

TEW-812DRU Warranty:

3 year limited

TEW-812DRU Availability:

Currently available from retailers and other TRENDnet partners 

TEW-811DRU (v1.0) 
AC1200 Dual Band Wireless Router

  • AC1200: 867 Mbps AC + 300 Mbps N bands
  • Share music and videos with the USB share port
  • Pre-encrypted for your security
  • Create an isolated guest network
  • All Gigabit wired ports
  • High power amplifiers extend wireless coverage
  • Open source DD-WRT compatible*

TEW-811DRU video:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dHCWGL4aQoU 

TEW-811DRU page

http://www.trendnet.com/products/proddetail.asp?prod=100_TEW-811DRU 

TEW-811DRU Warranty:

3 year limited

TEW-811DRU Availability:

Currently available from retailers and other TRENDnet partners

*Installing DD-WRT firmware voids TRENDnet's warranty.

Open Source DD-WRT

DD-WRT is an open source Linux-based firmware for wireless routers and access points. Offered as an alternative to OEM firmware, DD-WRT provides users with advanced features and capabilities which may not be available on the original branded firmware.

About TRENDnet

To learn more about and connect with TRENDnet, visit www.trendnet.com/company/www.facebook.com/TRENDnetwww.twitter.com/trendnet, and www.youtube.com/Pixelpro80.