TP Link MW8901G Users Manual

MR0-W8901G

54M Wireless ADSL2+ Router

Rev: 1.0.1 1910010079

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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 pro-vide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not in-stalled 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:

xReorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

xIncrease the separation between the equipment and receiver.

xConnect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

xConsult 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.

2)This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance

could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement

This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This device and its antenna must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

“To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, this grant is applicable to only

Mobile Configurations. The antennas used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a

separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in

conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.”

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.

National Restrictions

2400.0-2483.5 MHz

	Country	Restriction	Reason/remark
	Bulgaria		General authorization required for outdoor use and
			public service
		Outdoor use limited to 10	Military Radiolocation use. Refarming of the 2.4 GHz
	France	mW e.i.r.p. within the band	band has been ongoing in recent years to allow current
		2454-2483.5 MHz	relaxed regulation. Full implementation planned 2012
	Italy		If used outside of own premises, general authorization is
			required
	Luxembourg	None	General authorization required for network and service
			supply(not for spectrum)
	Norway	Implemented	This subsection does not apply for the geographical area
			within a radius of 20 km from the centre of Ny-Ålesund
	Russian Federation		Only for indoor applications

Note: Please don’t use the product outdoors in France.

Package Contents

The following contents should be found in your package:

¾One MR0-W8901G 54M Wireless ADSL2+ Router

¾One DC power Adapter for MR0-W8901G ADSL2+ Router

¾Quick Installation Guide

¾One RJ45 cable

¾Two RJ11 cables

¾One ADSL splitter

¾One Resource CD , including: z This User Guide

z Other Helpful Information

) Note:

Make sure that the package contains the above items. If any of the listed items are damaged or missing, please contact with your distributor.

CONTENTS

Chapter 1	Introduction .........................................................................................	1
1.1	Product Overview..................................................................................	1
1.2	Main Features .......................................................................................	1
1.3	Conventions ..........................................................................................	2

Chapter 2	Hardware Installation..........................................................................	3
2.1	The Front Panel ....................................................................................	3
2.2	The Back Panel.....................................................................................	4
2.3	Installation Environment........................................................................	4
2.4	Connecting the Router ..........................................................................	5

Chapter 3 Quick Installation Guide			..................................................................... 7
3.1	Configure PC.........................................................................................		7
3.2	Login	...................................................................................................	10
Chapter 4	Software ....................................................................Configuration		13
4.1	Status..................................................................................................		13
4.2	Quick ..........................................................................................Start		14
4.3	Interface ....................................................................................Setup		14
	4.3.1 ....................................................................................................	Internet	14
	4.3.2 .........................................................................................................	LAN	19
	4.3.3 ...................................................................................................	Wireless	22
4.4	Advanced ..................................................................................Setup		28
	4.4.1 ....................................................................................................	Firewall	28
	4.4.2 ....................................................................................................	Routing	28
	4.4.3 .........................................................................................................	NAT	29
	4.4.4 .........................................................................................................	QoS	33
	4.4.5 .......................................................................................................	VLAN	34
	4.4.6 .......................................................................................................	ADSL	36
4.5	Access ...........................................................................Management		37
	4.5.1 .........................................................................................................	ACL	37
	4.5.2 ........................................................................................................	Filter	38
	4.5.3 ......................................................................................................	SNMP	46
	4.5.4 .......................................................................................................	UPnP	46
	4.5.5 ......................................................................................................	DDNS	47
	4.5.6 .....................................................................................................	CWMP	47

4.6	Maintenance........................................................................................		48
	4.6.1	Administration..........................................................................................	49
	4.6.2	Time Zone ...............................................................................................	49
	4.6.3	Firmware..................................................................................................	51
	4.6.4	System Restart........................................................................................	53
	4.6.5	Diagnostic................................................................................................	53
4.7	Help	.....................................................................................................	53
Appendix A: Specification.....................................................................................			55

MR0-W8901G 54M Wireless ADSL2+ Router User Guide

Chapter 1 Introduction

1.1Product Overview

Thank you for choosing the MR0-W8901G 54M Wireless ADSL2+ Router. The device is designed to provide a simple and cost-effective ADSL Internet connection for a private Ethernet or 802.11g/802.11b wireless network.

The MR0-W8901G connects to an Ethernet LAN or computers via standard Ethernet ports. The ADSL connection is made using ordinary telephone line with standard connectors. Multiple workstations can be networked and connected to the Internet using a single Wide Area Network (WAN) interface and single global IP address. The advanced security enhancements, IP/MAC Filter, Application Filter and URL Filter can help to protect your network from potentially devastating intrusions by malicious agents from the outside of your network.

Quick Start of the Web-based Utility is supplied and friendly help messages are provided for the configuration. Network and Router management is done through the Web-based Utility which can be accessed through local Ethernet using any web browser.

ADSL

The MR0-W8901G supports full-rate ADSL2+ connectivity conforming to the ITU and ANSI specifications. In addition to the basic DMT physical layer functions, the ADSL2+ PHY supports dual latency ADSL2+ framing (fast and interleaved) and the I.432 ATM Physical Layer.

Wireless

In the most attentive wireless security, the Router provides multiple protection measures. It can be set to turn off the wireless network name (SSID) broadcast so that only stations that have the SSID can be connected. The Router provides wireless LAN 64/128-bit WEP encryption security, WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK authentication, as well as TKIP/AES encryption security.

1.2Main Features

¾Four 10/100Mbps Auto-Negotiation RJ45 LAN ports (Auto MDI/MDIX), one RJ11 port.

¾Provides external splitter.

¾Adopts Advanced DMT modulation and demodulation technology.

¾Supports bridge mode and Router function.

¾Multi-user sharing a high-speed Internet connection.

¾ Downstream data rates up to 24Mbps, upstream data rates up to 3.5Mbps With Annex M

enabled .

¾Supports long transfers, the max line length can reach to 6.5Km.

¾Supports remote configuration and management through SNMP and CWMP.

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¾Supports PPPoE, it allows connecting the internet on demand and disconnecting from the Internet when idle.

¾Provides reliable ESD and surge-protect function with quick response semi-conductive surge protection circuit.

¾High speed and asymmetrical data transmit mode, provides safe and exclusive bandwidth.

¾Supports All ADSL industrial standards.

¾Compatible with all mainstream DSLAM (CO).

¾Provides integrated access of internet and route function which face to SOHO user.

¾Real-time Configuration and device monitoring.

¾Supports Multiple PVC (Permanent Virtual Circuit).

¾Built-in DHCP server.

¾Built-in firewall, supporting IP/MAC filter, Application filter and URL filter.

¾Supports Virtual Server, DMZ host and IP Address Mapping.

¾Supports Dynamic DNS, UPnP and Static Routing.

¾Supports system log and flow Statistics.

¾Supports firmware upgrade and Web management.

¾Provides WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK data security, TKIP/AES encryption security.

¾Provides 64/128-bit WEP encryption security and wireless LAN ACL (Access Control List).

¾Supports DYING GASP (For the regions who demand).

1.3Conventions

The Router or device mentioned in this User guide stands for MR0-W8901G without any explanations.

Parameters provided in the pictures are just references for setting up the product, which may differ from the actual situation.

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Chapter 2 Hardware Installation

2.1The Front Panel

Figure 2-1

The LEDs locate on the front panel, they indicate the device’s working status. For details, please

refer to LED Explanation.

LED Explanation:

	Name	Status	Indication
	Power	Off	No Power
		On	Power on
	System	Off	No data transmitting or receiving on WAN port
		Quick Flash	There is data transmitting or receiving on WAN port
		Slow flash	Connection to telecom network is abnormal
	ADSL
		Quick flash	Connecting to the telecom network
		On	Connection to telecom network is OK
		Off	The Wireless function is disabled
	WLAN
		Slow flash	The Wireless function is enabled
		Quick flash	Sending or receiving data over wireless network
		Off	There is no device linked to the corresponding port
	LAN(1-4)
		On	Connected to a device through the corresponding port
		Flashing	Sending or receiving data over corresponding port

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2.2The Back Panel

Figure 2-2

¾POWER: The Power plug is where you will connect the power adapter.

¾RESET: There are two ways to reset the Router's factory defaults.

Method one: Press the reset button of the Router; keep the reset button pressed down for more than five seconds.

Method two: Restore the default setting from “Maintenance-SysRestart” of the Router's Web-based Utility.

¾1, 2, 3, 4 (LAN): Through the port, you can connect the Router to your PC or the other Ethernet network devices.

¾LINE: Through the port, you can connect the router with the telephone. Or you can connect them by an external separate splitter. For details, please refer to 2.4.

¾Antenna: Used for wireless operation and data transmit.

) Note:

There is an additional printed antenna with 0 dBi gain. Without external antenna, you can also connect the Router to your PC or the other Ethernet network devices by close quarters.

2.3Installation Environment

¾The Product should not be located where it will be exposed to moisture or excessive heat.

¾Place the Router in a location where it can be connected to the various devices as well as to a power source.

¾Make sure the cables and power cord are placed safely out of the way so they do not create a tripping hazard.

¾The Router can be placed on a shelf or desktop.

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¾Keep away from the strong electromagnetic radiation and the device of electromagnetic sensitive.

2.4Connecting the Router

Before installing the device, please make sure your broadband service provided by your ISP is available. If there is any problem, please contact your ISP. Before cable connection, cut off the power supply and keep your hands dry. You can follow the steps below to install it.

Step 1: Connect the ADSL Line.

Method one: Plug one end of the twisted-pair ADSL cable into the ADSL LINE port on the rear panel of MR0-W8901G, and insert the other end into the wall socket.

Method two You can use a separate splitter. External splitter can divide the data and voice, and then you can access the Internet and make calls at the same time. The external splitter has three ports:

LINE: Connect to the wall jack

PHONE: Connect to the phone sets

MODEM: Connect to the ADSL LINE port of MR0-W8901G

Plug one end of the twisted-pair ADSL cable into the ADSL LINE port on the rear panel of MR0-W8901G. Connect the other end to the MODEM port of the external splitter.

Step 2: Connect the Ethernet cable. Attach one end of a network cable to your computer’s Ethernet port or a regular hub/switch port, and the other end to the LAN port on the MR0-W8901G.

Step 3: Power on the computers and LAN devices.

Step 4: Attach the power adapter. Connect the power adapter to the power connector on the rear of the device and plug in the adapter to a wall outlet or power extension.

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Figure 2-3

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Chapter 3 Quick Installation Guide

3.1Configure PC

After you directly connect your PC to the MR0-W8901G or connect your adapter to a Hub/Switch which has connected to the Router, you need to configure your PC’s IP address. Follow the steps below to configure it.

Step 1: Click the Start menu on your desktop, right click My Network Places, and then select

Properties (shown in Figure 3-1).

Figure 3-1

Step 2: Right click Local Area Connection (LAN), and then select Properties.

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Figure 3-2

Step 3: Select General tab, highlight Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), and then click the Properties

button.

Figure 3-3

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Step 4: Configure the IP address as Figure 3-4 shows. After that, click OK.

Figure 3-4

) Note:

You can configure the PC to get an IP address automatically, select “Obtain an IP address automatically” and “Obtain DNS server address automatically” in the screen above.

Now, you can run the Ping command in the command prompt to verify the network connection. Please click the Start menu on your desktop, select run tab, type cmd or command in the field and press Enter. Type ping 192.168.1.1 on the next screen, and then press Enter.

If the result displayed is similar to the screen below, the connection between your PC and the Router has been established.

Figure 3-5

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If the result displayed is similar to the screen shown below, it means that your PC has not connected to the Router.

Figure 3-6

You can check it follow the steps below:

1)Is the connection between your PC and the Router correct?

The LEDs of LAN port which you link to the device and the LEDs on your PC's adapter should be lit.

2)Is the TCP/IP configuration for your PC correct?

If the Router's IP address is 192.168.1.1, your PC's IP address must be within the range of 192.168.1.2 ~ 192.168.1.254.

3.2Login

Once your host PC is properly configured, please proceed as follows to use the Web-based Utility: Start your web browser and type the private IP address of the Router in the URL field: 192.168.1.1.

After that, you will see the screen shown below, enter the default User Name admin and the default Password admin, and then click OK to access to the Quick Setup screen. You can follow the steps below to complete the Quick Setup.

Figure 3-7

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Step 1: Select the Quick Start tab, then click RUN WIZARD, and you will see the next screen. Click the NEXT button.

Figure 3-8

Step 2: Configure the time for the Router, and then click the NEXT button.

Figure 3-9

Step 3: Select the connection type to connect to the ISP (We select PPPoE/PPPoA mode for example here), and then click the NEXT button.

Figure 3-10

Step 4: Configure the following options provided by your ISP: Username, Password, VPI, VCI

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and Connection Type. Then click Next.

Figure 3-11

Step 5: Following page allow you to configure the WLAN. Keep the default value and click

NEXT.

Figure 3-12

Step 6: Click NEXT to finish the Quick Start.

Figure 3-13

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