TP-Link TL-MR3040 User Manual
TL-MR3040
Portable 3G/3.75G Battery Powered
Wireless N Router
Rev: 1.0.0
1910010615
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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 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.
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.
Note: The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by
unauthorized modifications to this equipment. Such modifications could void the user’s authority
to operate the equipment.
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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 exposu re 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
This device is intended for home and office use in all EU countries (and other countries following
the EU directive 1999/5/EC) without any limitation except for the countries mentioned below:
Country Restriction Reason/remark
Bulgaria None
Outdoor use limited to 10
France
Italy None
Luxembourg None
mW e.i.r.p. within the band
2454-2483.5 MHz
General authorization required for outdoor use and
public service
Military Radiolocation use. Refarming of the 2.4 GHz
band has been ongoing in recent years to allow current
relaxed regulation. Full implementation planned 2012
If used outside of own premises, general authorization is
required
General authorization required for network and service
supply(not for spectrum)
Norway Implemented
Russian Federation None Only for indoor applications
Note: Please don’t use the product outdoors in France.
This subsection does not apply for the geographical area
within a radius of 20 km from the centre of Ny-Ålesund
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Industry Canada Statement:
This device complies with RSS-210 of the Industry Canada 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.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with Canada radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm
between the radiator & your body.
Ce dispositif est conforme à la norme CNR-210 d’Industrie Canada applicable aux appareils
radio exempts de licence. Son fonctionnement est sujet aux deux conditions suivantes:
(1) Le dispositif ne doit pas produire de brouillage préjudiciable, et
(2) Ce dispositif doit accepter tout brouillage reçu,y compris un brouillage susceptible de
provoquer un fonctionnement indésirable.
NOTE IMPORTANTE:
Déclaration d’exposition aux radiations:
Cet équipement est conforme aux limites d’exposition aux rayonnements IC établies pour un
environnement non contrôlé. Cet équipement doit être installé et utilisé avec un minimum de 20
cm de distance entre la source de rayonnement et votre corps.
Korea Warning Statements:
당해 무선설비는 운용중 전파혼신 가능성이 있음.
NCC Notice:
經型式認證合格之低功率射頻電機，非經許可，公司、商號或使用者均不得擅自變更頻率、加大
功率或變更原設計之特性及功能。
低功率射頻電機之使用不得影響飛航安全及干擾合法通信；經發現有干擾現象時，應立即停用，
並改善至無干擾時方得繼續使用。前項合法通信，指依電信法規定作業之無線電通信。低功率射
頻電機須忍受合法通信或工業、科學及醫療用電波輻射性電機設備之干擾。
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TP-LINK TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
For the following equipment:
Product Description: Portable 3G/3.75G Battery Powered Wireless N Router
Model No.: TL-MR3040
Trademark: TP-LINK
We declare under our own responsibility that the above products satisfy all the technical
regulations applicable to the product within the scope of Council Directives:
Directives 1999/5/EC, Directives 2004/108/EC, Directives 2006/95/EC, Directives 1999/519/EC,
Directives 2011/65/EU
The above product is in conformity with the following standards or other normative documents
ETSI EN 300 328 V1.7.1: 2006
ETSI EN 301 489-1 V1.8.1:2008& ETSI EN 301 489-17 V2.1.1:2009
EN 55022:2006 +A1:2007
EN 55024:1998+A1:2001+A2:2003
EN 61000-3-2:2006+A1:2009+A2:2009
EN 61000-3-3:2008
EN60950-1:2006+A11:2009+A1:2010
EN62311:2008
The product carries the CE Mark:
Person is responsible for marking this declaration:
Yang Hongliang
Product Manager of International Business
Date of issue: 2012
TP-LINK TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD.
Building 24 (floors 1, 3, 4, 5), and 28 (floors 1-4) Central Science and Technology Park,
Shennan Rd, Nanshan, Shenzhen, China
CONTENTS
Package Contents .......................................................................................................................... 1
Chapter 1. Introduction................................................................................................................. 2
1.1 Overview of the Router................................................................................................. 2
1.2 Conventions ................................................................................................................. 2
1.3 Main Features .............................................................................................................. 2
1.4 Panel Layout ................................................................................................................ 3
1.4.1 The Front Panel................................................................................................ 3
1.4.2 The Rear Panel ................................................................................................ 4
Chapter 2. Connecting the Router............................................................................................... 5
2.1 System Requirements..................................................................................................5
2.2 Installation Environment Requirements........................................................................ 5
Chapter 3. Quick Installation Guide............................................................................................. 6
3.1 Four Typical Working Mode.......................................................................................... 6
3.2 PC configuration........................................................................................................... 9
3.2.1 Connect to Network.......................................................................................... 9
3.2.2 Router Configuration....................................................................................... 10
Chapter 4. Configuration—3G Router Mode............................................................................. 25
4.1 Login .......................................................................................................................... 25
4.2 Status......................................................................................................................... 25
4.3 Quick Setup................................................................................................................ 26
4.4 Operation Mode.......................................................................................................... 26
4.5 Network...................................................................................................................... 27
4.5.1 Internet Access............................................................................................... 27
4.5.2 3G................................................................................................................... 28
4.5.3 WAN ............................................................................................................... 33
4.5.4 MAC Clone..................................................................................................... 43
4.5.5 LAN.................................................................................................................43
4.6 Wireless ..................................................................................................................... 44
4.6.1 Wireless Settings............................................................................................ 44
4.6.2 Wireless Security............................................................................................ 47
4.6.3 Wireless MAC Filtering................................................................................... 50
4.6.4 Wireless Advanced......................................................................................... 52
4.6.5 Wireless Statistics........................................................................................... 53
4.7 DHCP......................................................................................................................... 54
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4.7.1 DHCP Settings ............................................................................................... 54
4.7.2 DHCP Clients List........................................................................................... 56
4.7.3 Address Reservation...................................................................................... 56
4.8 Forwarding ................................................................................................................. 57
4.8.1 Virtual Servers................................................................................................ 58
4.8.2 Port Triggering................................................................................................ 59
4.8.3 DMZ................................................................................................................ 61
4.8.4 UPnP.............................................................................................................. 62
4.9 Security...................................................................................................................... 63
4.9.1 Basic Security................................................................................................. 63
4.9.2 Advanced Security.......................................................................................... 65
4.9.3 Local Management......................................................................................... 66
4.9.4 Remote Management..................................................................................... 67
4.10 Parental Control ......................................................................................................... 68
4.11 Access Control........................................................................................................... 71
4.11.1 Rule ................................................................................................................ 71
4.11.2 Host................................................................................................................ 77
4.11.3 Target..............................................................................................................79
4.11.4 Schedule......................................................................................................... 81
4.12 Advanced Routing...................................................................................................... 82
4.12.1 Static Routing List........................................................................................... 83
4.12.2 System Routing Table..................................................................................... 84
4.13 Bandwidth Control...................................................................................................... 84
4.13.1 Control Settings.............................................................................................. 85
4.13.2 Rules List........................................................................................................ 85
4.14 IP & MAC Binding....................................................................................................... 86
4.14.1 Binding Settings.............................................................................................. 86
4.14.2 ARP List.......................................................................................................... 88
4.15 Dynamic DNS............................................................................................................. 89
4.15.1 Comexe.cn DDNS .......................................................................................... 89
4.15.2 Dyndns.org DDNS.......................................................................................... 90
4.15.3 No-ip.com DDNS............................................................................................ 90
4.16 System T ools.............................................................................................................. 91
4.16.1 Time Settings.................................................................................................. 92
4.16.2 Diagnostic....................................................................................................... 93
4.16.3 Firmware Upgrade.......................................................................................... 95
4.16.4 Factory Defaults ............................................................................................. 96
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4.16.5 Backup & Restore........................................................................................... 96
4.16.6 Reboot............................................................................................................ 97
4.16.7 Password........................................................................................................ 98
4.16.8 System Log..................................................................................................... 98
4.16.9 Statistics .........................................................................................................99
Chapter 5. Configuration—Wireless Router / WISP Mode..................................................... 102
5.1 Login ........................................................................................................................ 102
5.2 Status....................................................................................................................... 102
5.3 Quick Setup.............................................................................................................. 104
5.4 Operation Mode........................................................................................................ 104
5.5 Network.................................................................................................................... 104
5.5.1 WAN ............................................................................................................. 104
5.5.2 MAC Clone....................................................................................................114
5.5.3 LAN................................................................................................................115
5.6 Wireless ....................................................................................................................116
5.6.1 Wireless Settings...........................................................................................116
5.6.2 Wireless Security.......................................................................................... 122
5.6.3 Wireless MAC Filtering................................................................................. 125
5.6.4 Wireless Advanced....................................................................................... 128
5.6.5 Wireless Statistics......................................................................................... 129
5.7 DHCP....................................................................................................................... 130
5.7.1 DHCP Settings ............................................................................................. 130
5.7.2 DHCP Clients List......................................................................................... 131
5.7.3 Address Reservation.................................................................................... 132
5.8 Forwarding ............................................................................................................... 133
5.8.1 Virtual Servers.............................................................................................. 133
5.8.2 Port Triggering.............................................................................................. 135
5.8.3 DMZ.............................................................................................................. 137
5.8.4 UPnP............................................................................................................ 138
5.9 Security.................................................................................................................... 139
5.9.1 Basic Security............................................................................................... 139
5.9.2 Advanced Security........................................................................................ 140
5.9.3 Local Management....................................................................................... 142
5.9.4 Remote Management................................................................................... 143
5.10 Parental Control ....................................................................................................... 144
5.11 Access Control......................................................................................................... 147
5.11.1 Rule .............................................................................................................. 147
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5.11.2 Host.............................................................................................................. 153
5.11.3 Target............................................................................................................155
5.11.4 Schedule....................................................................................................... 157
5.12 Advanced Routing.................................................................................................... 158
5.12.1 Static Routing List......................................................................................... 159
5.12.2 System Routing Table................................................................................... 160
5.13 Bandwidth Control.................................................................................................... 160
5.13.1 Control Settings............................................................................................ 161
5.13.2 Rules List...................................................................................................... 161
5.14 IP & MAC Binding Setting ........................................................................................ 162
5.14.1 Binding Settings............................................................................................ 162
5.14.2 ARP List........................................................................................................ 164
5.15 Dynamic DNS........................................................................................................... 165
5.15.1 Comexe.cn DDNS ........................................................................................ 165
5.15.2 Dyndns.org DDNS........................................................................................ 166
5.15.3 No-ip.com DDNS.......................................................................................... 167
5.16 System T ools............................................................................................................ 168
5.16.1 Time Settings................................................................................................ 169
5.16.2 Diagnostic..................................................................................................... 170
5.16.3 Firmware Upgrade........................................................................................ 172
5.16.4 Factory Defaults ........................................................................................... 173
5.16.5 Backup & Restore......................................................................................... 173
5.16.6 Reboot.......................................................................................................... 174
5.16.7 Password...................................................................................................... 175
5.16.8 System Log................................................................................................... 175
5.16.9 Statistics .......................................................................................................176
Chapter 6. Configuration—AP Mode ....................................................................................... 179
6.1 Login ........................................................................................................................ 179
6.2 Status....................................................................................................................... 179
6.3 Quick Setup.............................................................................................................. 181
6.4 Operation Mode........................................................................................................ 181
6.5 Network.................................................................................................................... 181
6.6 Wireless ................................................................................................................... 182
6.6.1 Wireless Settings.......................................................................................... 183
6.6.2 Wireless Security.......................................................................................... 190
6.6.3 Wireless MAC Filtering................................................................................. 198
6.6.4 Wireless Advanced....................................................................................... 200
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6.6.5 Wireless Statistics......................................................................................... 202
6.7 DHCP....................................................................................................................... 202
6.7.1 DHCP Settings ............................................................................................. 203
6.7.2 DHCP Clients List......................................................................................... 204
6.7.3 Address Reservation.................................................................................... 205
6.8 System Tools............................................................................................................ 206
6.8.1 Time Settin g.................................................................................................. 206
6.8.2 Diagnostic..................................................................................................... 208
6.8.3 Firmware Upgrade........................................................................................ 210
6.8.4 Factory Defaults ............................................................................................211
6.8.5 Backup & Restore..........................................................................................211
6.8.6 Reboot.......................................................................................................... 212
6.8.7 Password...................................................................................................... 213
6.8.8 System Log................................................................................................... 213
6.8.9 Statistics ....................................................................................................... 214
Appendix A: FAQ........................................................................................................................ 217
Appendix B: Configuring the PCs............................................................................................. 222
Appendix C: Security Mode....................................................................................................... 226
Appendix C: Specifications....................................................................................................... 228
Appendix D: Glossary................................................................................................................ 229
Appendix E: Compatible 3G/3.75G USB Modem ..................................................................... 231
TL-MR3040 Portable 3G/3.75G Battery Powered Wireless N Router
Package Contents
The following items should be found in your package:
¾ TL-MR3040 Portable 3G/3.75G Battery Powered Wireless N Router
¾ Power Adapter
¾ Battery
¾ USB Cable
¾ Ethernet cable
¾ Quick Installation Guide
¾ Resource CD for TL-MR3040 Portable 3G/3.75G Battery Powered Wireless N Router,
including:
• This Guide
• Other Helpful Information
Note:
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Make sure that the package contains the above items. If any of the listed items are damaged or
missing, please contact your distributor.
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Chapter 1. Introduction
Thank you for choosing the TL-MR3040 Portable 3G/3.75G Battery Powered Wireless N
Router.
1.1 Overview of the Router
TL-MR3040 from TP-LINK is a truly mobile wireless networking platform that when paired with a
3G USB modem, is able to broadcast a wireless signal at up to 150Mbps around a room, creating
a mobile office or entertainment network for up to five devices to access the Internet
simultaneously. The device is the ideal travel companion, with pocket-sized dimensions and
powered by its own powerful internal 2000mAh battery, users can work or play for hours on end.
The device is also incredibly easy to use, allowing users to rapidly set up an Internet connected
wireless network in as little time as it takes to plug in their 3G USB router or WAN cable and when
finished, simply place the device back in their pockets.
1.2 Conventions
The Router or TL-MR3040 mentioned in this guide stands for TL-MR3040 Portable 3G/3.75G
Battery Powered Wireless N Router without any explanation.
1.3 Main Features
¾ Travel size design, small enough to take on the road
¾ Features a 2000mAh chargeable battery for maximum usage time
¾ Supports 3G Router Mode, WISP Client Router Mode, Wireless Router Mode and AP Mode
¾ One 10/100M Auto-Negotiation RJ45 Ethernet port, one USB 2.0 Port, one micro USB port
¾ Compatible with IEEE 802.11b/g/n, IEEE802.3/3u
¾ Compatible with UMTS/HSPA/EVDO USB 3G Modem
¾ Compatible with iPad, iTouch, Android Phone, Kindle and majority portable WiFi devices
¾ Wireless Lite N speed up to 150Mbps
¾ Provides WEP, WPA/WPA2, WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK authentication, TKIP/AES encryption
security
¾ Powered by laptop or Power Adapter with Low Power Consumption
¾ Supports 3G/PPPoE/Dynamic IP/Static IP/PPTP/L2TP Cable Internet access
¾ Supports VPN Pass-through, Virtual Server and DMZ Host
¾ Supports UPnP, Dynamic DNS, Static Routing
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¾ Provides Automatic-connection and Scheduled Connection on certain time to the Internet
¾ Built-in NAT and DHCP server supporting automatic and dynamic IP address IP address
distribution
¾ Connects Internet on demand and disconnects from the Internet when idle for PPPoE
¾ Provides 64/128/152-bit WEP encryption security and wireless LAN ACL (Access ControlList)
¾ Supports Flow Statistics
¾ Supports firmware upgrade and Web management
1.4 Panel Layout
1.4.1 The Front Panel
Figure 1-1 Front Panel sketch
The Router’s LEDs are located on the front panel (View from bottom to top).
Name Status Indication
Solid (Green) The battery is full or the power supply is normal.
Power
Solid (Orange) The battery is being charged.
Solid (Red) The battery power is low, you need to charge it.
Flashing (Red) The battery is abnormal.
A device is linked to the corresponding port but there is no
activity.
Ethernet
On
Flashing The Ethernet port is transferring data.
Off No device is linked to the corresponding port.
WLAN
On The Wireless function is enabled.
Flashing There is data being transferred through wireless.
Internet
Off The Wireless function is disabled.
Solid
The 3G Modem/Card is identified.
Flashing The Router is connected to the Internet and is transferring data.
Table 1-1 The LEDs description
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1.4.2 The Rear Panel
Figure 1-2 Rear Panel sketch
The following parts are located on the rear panel (View from left to right).
¾ Ethernet Port: This port can be LAN or WAN port depending on the working mode.
¾ 3G USB Port: This port is used to plug a 3G modem/card.
¾ Reset: With the Router powered on, press and hold the Reset button for at least 10
seconds, and then the Router will restore to the default setting.
¾ Micro USB Port: This port is used to connect the provided power adapter.
¾ Power Switch: This switch is used to switch the power status of the Router.
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Chapter 2. Connecting the Router
2.1 System Requirements
¾ 3G/3.75G Mobile Broadband Internet Access Service (With a UMTS/HSPA/EVDO USB
dongle)
¾ PCs with a working Ethernet Adapter and an Ethernet cable with RJ45 connectors
¾ TCP/IP protocol on each PC
¾ Web browser, such as Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0 , Netscape Navigator 6.0 or above
2.2 Installation Environment Requirements
¾ Place the Router in a well ventilated place far from any heater or heating vent
¾ Avoid direct irradiation of any strong light (such as sunlight)
¾ Keep at least 2 inches (5 cm) of clear space around the Router
¾ Operating Temperature: 0 ~40 (32 ~104 )
¾ Operating Humidity: 10%~90%RH, Non-condensing
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Chapter 3. Quick Installation Guide
This chapter will show you how to configure the basic functions of your Portable 3G/3.75G
Battery Powered Wireless N Router using Quick Setup Wizard within minutes.
3.1 Four Typical Working Mode
3G Router Mode
After inserting the 3G Card/Modem to the Router’s 3G USB port and configuring the Router, the
Computers/WiFi Phone/Tablet PC could connect to the Internet. In this mode, the only wired
port of the Router works as LAN. The connection between TL-MR3040 and the computer is
shown as the figure below.
Wireless Router Mode
In this mode, the only wired port of the Router works as WAN. It can be connected to
DSL/Cable Modem with an Ethernet cable. Computers/WiFi Phone/Tablet PC could connect to
the device by only wireless way. DHCP server is enabled by default.
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WISP Client Router Mode
In this mode, the TL-MR3040 is wirelessly connected to the WISP (Wireless Internet Service
Provider) and share the internet to multiple users.
Standard AP Mode
The Standard AP Mode includes the following four connection types: Access Point, Repeater,
Bridge with AP and Client.
¾ Access Point
In this mode, the TL-MR3040 is connected to a wired network and transforms the wired Internet
access into wireless so that multiple users can share the Internet.
¾ Repeater
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TL-MR3040 is used to extend the range of wireless signal of the existing AP or wireless router.
In this mode, the only wired port works as LAN. Computer could connect to the device by either
wired or wireless way. The SSID of TL-MR3040should be the same as that of the device you
repeat. To avoid the conflict of DHCP service with front-end devices, the DHCP server is default
to be closed in this mode. If you want to log in the management page, please set your
computer’s IP address manually.
¾ Bridge with AP
TL-MR3040 in Bridge mode is used to extend the range of wireless signal of the existing AP or
wireless router.
In this mode, the only wired port works as LAN. Computer could connect to the device by either
wired or wireless way. To avoid the conflict of DHCP service with front-end devices, the DHCP
server is default to be closed on this mode. If you want to log in the management page, please
set your computer’s IP address manually.
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TL-MR3040 Portable 3G/3.75G Battery Powered Wireless N Router
TL-MR3040 is used as a wireless network card to connect the wireless network signal or
wireless router.
In this mode, the only wired port works as LAN. Computer could connect to the device by either
wired or wireless way. To avoid the conflict of DHCP service with front-end devices, the DHCP
server is default to be closed on this mode. If you want to log in the management page, please
set your computer’s IP address manually.
3.2 PC configuration
Here we take Wireless Network Connection as an example. (You can also go to Local Are a
Connection to configure the PC for wired network connection, and then configure the router. If
you need instructions as to how to do this, please refer to Appendix B: "Configuring the PC."
1. For Windows XP, please go to Start → Settings → Control Panel → Network and
Internet Connections → Network Connections; for Windows 7, please go to Start →
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Settings → Control Panel → View network status and tasks → Manage network
connection. Right click Wireless Network Connection, and select Properties.
2. For Windows XP, double click Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) in the item list; for Windows 7,
double click Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4).
3. Select “Obtain an IP address automatically” and “Obtain DNS server address
automatically”. Click OK to finish the settings.
3.2.1 Connect to Network
1. Click the icon at the bottom of your desktop.
2. Click “Refresh network list”, and then select the network. Click Connect.
Note:
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The default SSID of the network is TP-LINK_POCKET_3040_xxxxxx. (The xxxxxx is the last six
characters of the router’s MAC address.)
3. When Connected appears, you’ve successfully connected to the wireless network.
3.2.2 Router Configuration
To access the configuration utility, open a web-browser and type the default address
http://192.168.0.1 in the address field of the browser.
Figure 3-1 Login the Router
After a moment, a login window will appear, similar to the Figure 3-2. Enter admin for the User
Name and Password, both in lower case letters. Then click the OK button or press the Enter
key.
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Figure 3-2 Login Windows
Note:
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If the above screen does not pop-up, it means that your Web-browser has been set to a proxy.
Go to Tools menu>Internet Options>Connections>LAN Settings, in the screen that appears,
cancel the Using Proxy checkbox, and click OK to finish it.
After a successfully login, you can click the Quick Setup menu to quickly configure your Router,
and then click Next.
Figure 3-3 Quick Setup
Choose the Operation Mode you need, and then click Next.
Figure 3-4 Operation Mode
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Then you can configure the Wireless Settings according to the mode.
1. 3G Router Mode
1. Choose the Internet Access type, and then click Next. Here we take 3G Only for example.
Figure 3-5 Quick Setup – Internet Access
¾ 3G Only - Only use 3G as the access to the Internet. The Ethernet port is used as
LAN port.
¾ 3G Preferred - Use 3G as the primary access, WAN as a backup. The Ethernet port
is used as WAN port.
¾ WAN Preferred - Use WAN as the primary access, 3G as a backup. The Ethernet
port is used as WAN port.
2. Select your location and Mobile ISP. If you don’t find your location and ISP in the pull-down
menu, tick “Set the Dial Number, APN, Username and Password manually” to manually
set them according to the information your 3G ISP provided. Then click Next.
Figure 3-6 Quick Setup – 3G
3. Set your wireless parameters. It’s recommended that you edit the following two items, and
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then click Next.
1) Create a unique and easy-to-remember Wireless Network Name.
2) Select WPA-Personal/WPA2-Personal under Wireless Security and enter a
password in the field.
Figure 3-7 Quick Setup – Wireless
4. Click Reboot to make the settings take effect.
Figure 3-8 Quick Setup – Finish
Note:
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After the rebooting, please reconnect to the network according to 3.2.1
Wireless Security is enabled, you need to enter the password you’ve just set to successfully
finish the connecting.
Connect to Network. If
2. Wireless Router Mode
1. Choose your WAN Connection type and click Next to continue.
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Figure 3-9 Quick Setup – WAN Connection Type
¾ If Auto-Detect is chosen, the router will detect the Internet connection type provided b y
your ISP automatically.
Figure 3-10 Quick Setup – Auto Detect
¾ If the connection type is PPPoE, the next screen will appear as shown in Figure 3-11.
Figure 3-11 Quick Setup – PPPoE
z User Name and Password - Enter the User Name and Password provided by
your ISP. These fields are case sensitive. If you have difficulty with this process,
please contact your ISP.
z Confirm Password - Re-enter the pa ssword provided by your ISP to ensure the
Password you entered is correct. If the Password is different from the Confirm
Password, the screen will appear as shown below. Click OK, and re-enter the
Password and Confirm Password.
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¾ If the connection type is Dynamic IP, the next screen will appear as shown in Figure
3-12.
Figure 3-12 Quick Setup – MAC Clone
z If you are visiting the Router from the main computer, please select Yes, and then
click Clone MAC Address.
z If you are visiting the Router from another computer, rather than the main
computer, please select No, and then enter the main computer’s MAC in the field
WAN MAC Address.
¾ If the connection type detected is Static IP, the next screen will appear as shown in
Figure 3-13.
Figure 3-13 Quick Setup - Static IP
z IP Address - This is the WAN IP address seen by external users on the Internet
(including your ISP). Enter the IP address into the field.
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z Subnet Mask - The Subnet Mask is used for the WAN IP address, it is usually
255.255.255.0.
z Default Gateway - Enter the gateway IP address into the box if required.
z Primary DNS - Enter the DNS Server IP address into the box if required.
z Secondary DNS - If your ISP provides another DNS server, enter it into this field.
2. Click Next to continue, the Wireless settings page will appear as shown in Figure 3-14. Set
your wireless parameters. It’s recommended that you edit the following two items, and then
click Next.
1) Create a unique and easy-to-remember Wireless Network Name.
2) Select WPA-Personal/WPA2-Personal under Wireless Security and enter a
password in the field.
Figure 3-14 Quick Setup – Wireless
5. Click Reboot to make the settings take effect.
Figure 3-15 Quick Setup – Finish
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TL-MR3040 Portable 3G/3.75G Battery Powered Wireless N Router
After the rebooting, please reconnect to the network according to 3.2.1
Wireless Security is enabled, you need to enter the password you’ve just set to successfully
finish the connecting.
3. Standard AP Mode
1. Choose the Wireless Operation Mode Type and click Next.
Connect to Network. If
Figure 3-16 Quick Setup – Wireless Operation Mode
¾ If you choose Access Point (AP), the next screen will appear as shown in Figure 3-17.
This operation mode allows wireless stations to access.
Figure 3-17 Quick Setup – AP
z Wireless Network Name (SSID) - Enter a value of up to 32 characters. The same
Name (SSID) must be assigned to all wireless devices in your network. The
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default SSID is set to be TP-LINK_POCKET_3040_xxxxxx (xxxxxx indicates t he
last unique six characters of each Router's MAC address), which can ensure your
wireless network security. But it is recommended strongly that you change your
networks name (SSID) to a different value. This value is case-sensitive. For
example, MYSSID is NOT the same as MySsid.
z Region - Select your region from the pull-down list. This field specifies the region
where the wireless function of the Router can be used. It may be illegal to use the
wireless function of the Router in a region other than one of those specified in this
filed. If your country or region is not listed, please contact your local government
agency for assistance.
z Channel - This field determines which operating frequency will be used. It is not
necessary to change the wireless channel unless you notice interference
problems with another nearby access point. If you select auto, then the AP will
select the best channel automatically.
z Security Mode – Please refer to the Appendix C: Security Mode.
¾ If you choose Repeater, the next screen will appear as shown in Figure 3-18. In
Repeater mode, the AP with WDS disabled will relays data to an associated root AP. AP
function is enabled meanwhile. The wireless repeater relays signal between its stations
and the root AP for greater wireless range. Please input the MAC address of root AP in
the field "MAC Address".
Figure 3-18 Quick Setup – Repeater
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z Name of remote AP (SSID) - Enter the name of a remote AP (also called the
SSID) that you want to access. Click the Survey button behind it, you can choose
one of searching results to fill in this field.
z MAC Address - Enter the MAC address of AP that you want to access. When you
use the survey function to fulfill the Name of remote AP (SSID), this field will be
filled in automatically.
z Region - This field determines which operating frequency will be used. To
achieve more information, you can read the same glossary in Access Point part.
z Security Mode – Please refer to the Appendix C: Security Mode.
¾ If you choose Bridge with AP, the next screen will appear as shown in Figure 3-19.
This operation mode bridges the AP and up to 4 APs also in bridge mode to connect two
or more wired LANs.
Figure 3-19 Quick Setup – Bridge with AP
z Wireless Network Name (SSID) - Enter a value of up to 32 characters. To
achieve more information, you can read the same glossary in Access Point part.
z Region - This field determines which operating frequency will be used. To
achieve more information, you can read the same glossary in Access Point part.
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z Channel - This field determines which operating frequency will be used. To
achieve more information, you can read the same glossary in Access Point part.
z Add a remote AP - Click the Survey button to fill in the MAC of remote AP (1-4)
field.
z MAC of remote AP (1-4) - Enter the MAC address of AP that you want to access.
z Security Mode – Please refer to the Appendix C: Security Mode.
¾ If you choose Client, the next screen will appear as shown in Figure 3-20. This
operation mode bridges the AP and up to 4 APs also in bridge mode to connect two or
more wired LANs.
Figure 3-20 Quick Setup – Client
z Wireless Network Name (SSID) - Enter a value of up to 32 characters. Click the
Survey button behind it, you can choose one of searching results to fill in this
field.
z Security Mode – Please refer to the Appendix C: Security Mode.
2. Click Next and you will see the page as shown in Figure 3-21. Click Reboot to reboot the
router and make the settings take effect.
Figure 3-21 Quick Setup – Finish
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