TP-Link TL-WA830RE User Manual

TL-WA830RE

Rev: 2.0.0 1910010701

300Mbps Wireless N Range Extender

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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.

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.

This device has been designed to operate with the antennas listed below, and having a maximum gain of 4 dBi. Antennas not included in this list or having a gain greater than 4 dBi are strictly prohibited for use with this device. The required antenna impedance is 50 ohms.

To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than that permitted for successful communication.

Canadian Compliance Statement

This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1)This device may not cause interference, and

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

Cet appareil est conforme aux norms CNR exemptes de licence d’Industrie Canada. Le fonctionnement est soumis aux deux conditions suivantes:

(1)cet appareil ne doit pas provoquer d’interférences et

(2)cet appareil doit accepter toute interférence, y compris celles susceptibles de provoquer un fonctionnement non souhaité de l’appareil.

Industry Canada Statement

Complies with the Canadian ICES-003 Class B specifications.

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada. This Class B device meets all the requirements of the Canadian interference-causing equipment regulations.

Cet appareil numérique de la Classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.

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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Safety Information

 When product has power button, the power button is one of the way to shut off the product;

when there is no power button, the only way to completely shut off power is to disconnect the product or the power adapter from the power source.

 Don’t disassemble the product, or make repairs yourself. You run the risk of electric shock

and voiding the limited warranty. If you need service, please contact us.

 Avoid water and wet locations.

This product can be used in the following countries:

TP-LINK TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

For the following equipment:

Product Description: 300Mbps Wireless N Range Extender

Model No.: TL-WA830RE

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 V1.9.2:2011& ETSI EN 301 489-17 V2.1.1:2009

EN 55022:2010

EN 55024:2010

EN 61000-3-2:2006+A1:2009+A2:2009

EN 61000-3-3:2008

EN60950-1:2006+A11：2009+A1:2010+A12:2011

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 Product Overview ............................................................................................ 2

1.2 Main Features ................................................................................................. 2

1.3 Appearance ..................................................................................................... 2

1.3.1 The Front Panel ................................................................................................. 2

1.3.2 The Rear Panel.................................................................................................. 3

Chapter 2 Hardware Installation ........................................................................... 4

2.1 Before You Begin ............................................................................................ 4

2.2 Basic Requirements ........................................................................................ 5

2.3 Connecting the Device .................................................................................... 5

Chapter 3 Quick Installation Guide ....................................................................... 7

Chapter 4 Configure the Device .......................................................................... 12

4.1 Status ............................................................................................................ 12

4.2 Quick Setup ................................................................................................... 14

4.3 WPS .............................................................................................................. 14

4.4 Network ......................................................................................................... 20

4.5 Wireless ........................................................................................................ 20

4.5.1 Wireless Settings ............................................................................................. 21

4.5.2 Wireless Security ............................................................................................. 25

4.5.3 Wireless MAC Filtering .................................................................................... 31

4.5.4 Wireless Advanced .......................................................................................... 33

4.5.5 Wireless Statistics............................................................................................ 34

4.5.6 Throughput Monitor ......................................................................................... 35

4.6 DHCP ............................................................................................................ 36

4.6.1 DHCP Settings ................................................................................................. 37

4.6.2 DHCP Client List .............................................................................................. 38

4.6.3 Address Reservation ....................................................................................... 39

4.7 System Tools ................................................................................................. 40

4.7.1 SNMP .............................................................................................................. 40

4.7.2 Diagnostic ........................................................................................................ 42

4.7.3 Ping Watch Dog ............................................................................................... 43

4.7.4 Firmware Upgrade ........................................................................................... 44

4.7.5 Factory Defaults............................................................................................... 45

4.7.6 Backup & Restore ............................................................................................ 45

4.7.7 Reboot ............................................................................................................. 46

4.7.8 Password ......................................................................................................... 47

4.7.9 System Log ...................................................................................................... 47

Appendix A: Application Example ........................................................................ 49

Appendix B: Factory Defaults ............................................................................... 52

Appendix C: Troubleshooting ............................................................................... 53

Appendix D: Specifications ................................................................................... 55

Appendix E: Glossary ............................................................................................ 56

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Package Contents

The following items should be found in your package:

 One TL-WA830RE 300Mbps Wireless N Range Extender

 Ethernet Cable

 One Power Adapter for TL-WA830RE 300Mbps Wireless N Range Extender

 Quick Installation Guide

 One Resource CD for TL-WA830RE 300Mbps Wireless N Range Extender, including:

 This User Guide

 Other helpful information

Note:

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

Conventions

The AP, the Range Extender, the Device or TL-WA830RE mentioned in this User guide stands for TL-WA830RE 300Mbps Wireless N Range Extender without any explanations.

Parameters provided in the pictures are just references for setting up the product, which may differ from the actual situation. You can set the parameters according to your demand.

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Name

Status

Indication

Off

No Power

Power on

Chapter 1 Introduction

1.1 Product Overview

The TL-WA830RE 300Mbps Wireless N Range Extender is dedicated to Small Office/Home Office (SOHO) wireless network solutions. It will enlarge your existing wireless network and mobility within your wireless network while also allowing you to connect the wireless devices to a wired environment. Increased mobility and the absence of cabling will be beneficial for your network.

With using IEEE 802.11n wireless technology, this device can transmit wireless data at the rate of up to 300Mbps. With multiple protection measures, including wireless LAN 64/128/152-bit WEP encryption, Wi-Fi protected Access (WPA2-PSK, WPA-PSK), the TL-WA830RE 300Mbps Wireless N Range Extender delivers complete data privacy.

It supports an easy, web-based setup for installation and management. Even though you may not be familiar with the Range Extender, you can easily configure it with the help of this Guide. Before installing the Range Extender, please look through this Guide to get the full information of the TL-WA830RE 300Mbps Wireless N Range Extender.

1.2 Main Features

 Make use of IEEE 802.11n wireless technology

 Provides multiple encryption security Types including: 64/128/152-bit WEP and

WPA/W PA2-PSK

 Supports Built-in DHCP server

 Supports multiple operating modes including: Range Extender, Access Point

 Supports Firmware Upgrade

 Supports Remote and Web management

1.3 Appearance

1.3.1 The Front Panel

Figure 1-1

The front panel of the TL-WA830RE consists of several LED indicators, which is designed to indicate connections. View from left to right, Table 1-1 describes as follows.

LED Explanation

Power

Off The device has a system error

System

Flashing

The device is initialising

The device is working properly

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Off

LAN

WLAN

WPS

Flashing

Off

Flashing

Off

1.3.2 The Rear Panel

There is no device linked to the corresponding port

There is a device linked to the corresponding port but no activity

There is an active device linked to the corresponding port

The Wireless function is disabled

The Wireless function is enabled

The Range Extender has connected the Router successfully

The Range Extender is connecting the Router

The Range Extender has not connected any Router yet

Table 1-1

Figure 1-2

Viewed from left to right, the following parts are located on the rear panel of TL-WA830RE.

Wireless antenna: Two high gain antennas are used to transmit and receive wireless data.

ON/OFF: This button is to power on or off the Ranger Extender.

POWER: The power port connects to the power adapter provided with the TL-WA830RE 300Mbps

Wireless N Range Extender.

ETHERNET: One 10/100Mbps RJ45 Ethernet port connects to a network device.

RANGE EXTENDER: If your Wireless Router or AP supports WPS or QSS function, you can

press the WPS or QSS button and then press the RANGE EXTENDER button to establish a secure connection between the Wireless Router (or AP) and the Range Extender TL-WA830RE.

RESET: This button is used to restore the Range Extender’s factory default settings.

There are two ways to reset the Range Extender’s factory defaults:

Method One: With the Range Extender powered on, use a pin to press and hold the Reset button (about 8 seconds) until the System LED becomes quick-flash from slow-flash. And then release the button and wait the Range Extender to reboot to its factory default settings.

Method Two: Restore the default settings from “System Tools > Factory Defaults” of the Range Extender's Web-based management page.

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Chapter 2 Hardware Installation

2.1 Before You Begin

Please read this User Guide carefully before installing and using the equipment. The operating distance range of your wireless connection can vary significantly depending on the physical position of the wireless devices. Factors that can weaken signals by getting in the way of your network’s radio waves are metal appliances or obstructions, and walls. Typical ranges vary base on the types of materials and background RF (radio frequency) noise in your home or office.

In order to optimize the performance of TL-WA830RE, please follow the instructions below to achieve an ideal location:

1) Half-way Between - Generally, the ideal location for TL-WA830RE is half-way between the Wireless Router and Wireless Client. If the wireless signal is not satisfactory, you may place TL-WA830RE somewhat nearer to the Wireless Router.

2) Higher Position - Place TL-WA830RE on a higher position, like on a desk.

3) No Obstacles and Spacious - Clear obstacles in the way between TL-WA830RE and Wireless Router. It’s better to locate it in a spacious place, such as near the corridors.

4) No Interference - Keep TL-WA830RE far away from wireless interference, which may come from electrical appliances that works in the same frequency band as TL-WA830RE, such as Bluetooth devices, cordless phones, microwave ovens, etc.

5) At a Certain Angle - For a better repeating performance, it’s recommended to adjust the antennas of TL-WA830RE to a certain angle, preferably 60°.

Note:

TP-LINK recommends that you connect to the Range Extender when your home network connection is poor, or when you want a larger wireless coverage to eliminate “dead zones”. As in compliance with the wireless transmission protocol, all the Range Extender devices are set to work in half-duplex instead of full-duplex mode. In other words, the Range Extender has to process one-way communication between your root Wireless Router (or AP) and the terminal clients; so the transmission time will be double-increased, while the speed will be half- decreased.

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2.2 Basic Requirements

 Use only the power adapter provided with your Range Extender.  The electrical outlet shall be installed near the device and shall be easily accessible.  Place your Range Extender in a well-ventilated place far from direct sunlight, any heater or

heating vent.

 Leave at least 2 inches (5cm) space around the device for heat dissipation.  Turn off your Range Extender and unplug the power adapter in a lighting storm to avoid

damage.

 Use Web browser, such as Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0 or above, Netscape Navigator 6.0

or above.

 Operating temperature of the Range Extender should be 0℃~40℃ (32℉~104℉).  Operating humidity of the Range Extender should be 10%~90%RH (Non-condensing).

2.3 Connecting the Device

Figure 2-1 Typical connection of TL-WA830RE （in Range Extender mode）

To establish a typical connection of the Range Extender, please take the following steps:

1. Connect the Cable/DSL modem to a Wireless Router with an Ethernet cable.

2. Place your TL-WA830RE next to the Wireless Router, and then power on it. Connect the

TL-WA830RE to the Wireless Router wirelessly.

3. Connect your Wireless Clients (such as notebook, pad, smart phone, etc.) to TL-WA830RE

wirelessly. Or you can connect your PC to the sole LAN port of Range Extender via an Ethernet cable.

4. Log in the web-based management page of TL-WA830RE and complete the configurations.

(Please refer to Chapter 3 Quick Installation Guide or Chapter 4 Configure the Device

for the

configurations, as you need.)

5. Adjust an ideal location for TL-WA830RE, and adjust the direction of the antenna.

(Please refer to Section 2.1 Before You Begin

for detailed information about ideal location.)

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Note:

1. Above is the typical wireless connection of TL-WA830RE in Range Extender mode. While, if you

want to connect your computer equipped with wireless adapter to a wired network wirelessly. Please refer to Appendix A: Application Example

2. Generally, the device is horizontally located. TL-WA830RE also qualifies for wall-mount installation.

Figure 2-2 Wall-mount Install

The diameter of the screw, 3.5mm<D<7.8mm, and the distance of two screws is 107.5mm. The screw that project from the wall need around 4.3mm based, and the length of the screw need to be at least 20mm to withstand the weight of the product.

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Chapter 3 Quick Installation Guide

This chapter will guide you to configure your PC to communicate with the Range Extender and to configure and manage the TL-WA830RE 300Mbps Wireless N Range Extender easily with a Web-based utility.

With a Web-based utility, it is easy to configure and manage the TL-WA830RE 300Mbps Wireless N Range Extender. The Web-based utility can be used on any Windows, Macintosh or UNIX OS with a Web browser, such as Microsoft Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox or Apple Safari.

1. To access the configuration utility, open a web-browser and type in the domain name

http://tplinkextender.net

After a moment, a login window will appear as shown in Figure 3-8. Enter admin for the User Name and Password (both in lower case letters). Then click OK or press Enter.

in the address field of the browser.

Figure 3-1 Login to the Range Extender

Figure 3-2 Login Windows

Note:

If the above screen does not prompt, 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.

2. After successfully logging in, there will pop up the Quick Setup Start page. Click Next to get

the quick setup started.

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Figure 3-3 Quick Setup Start

3. And then Figure 3-4 will appear for you to choose operation mode and region. There are two

Operation Modes, including Range Extender and Access Point. The available setting options are different in different operation modes, and they are explained as below.

Figure 3-4 Quick Setup – Choose Region and Mode

A. If choosing Range Extender, please take the following steps to finish your quick setup.

First, the device will detect the existing network (in Figure 3-5) and then a list of available wireless network will appear. Check the box before the SSID of your desired network, and then click Next. If you could not find your wireless network name (SSID) in the list, you can click Rescan to redetect it or tick the checkbox before "Set SSID and MAC Manually" to manually configure the wireless settings.

Figure 3-5 Quick Setup – Detect Existing Network

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Figure 3-6 Quick Setup – Available Wireless Networks

Next, Wireless Settings page will appear as shown in Figure 3-7, where you need to enter the Wireless Password of your selected target network. Then click Next to proceed.

Figure 3-7 Quick Setup – Wireless Settings

Finally, double-check your wireless setting and network setting; if verified, click Finish to reboot the Device and have the previous settings take effect; if anything wrong, click Back to return the previous pages and reconfigure it.

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Figure 3-8 Quick Setup – Review Settings

Note:

It’s recommended to click the Export Settings button to save these settings as a txt file for your future reference.

B. If choosing Access Point, please take the following steps to finish your quick setup.

First, there will pop up the Wireless Settings page, where you need to set the necessary wireless parameters, such as SSID, Wireless Security, and Wireless Password. Then click Next.

Figure 3-9 Quick Setup – Wireless Settings

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Figure 3-10 Quick Setup – Review Settings

Note:

1. It’s recommended to click the Export Settings button to save these settings as a txt file for

your future reference.

2. After rebooting, it may take about 2 minutes for successful connection, please wait patiently.

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Chapter 4 Configure the Device

This Chapter describes how to configure your Range Extender via the web-based management page. The TL-WA830RE 300Mbps Wireless N Range Extender is easy to configure and manage with the Web-based (Internet Explorer, Netscape management page, which can be launched on any windows, Macintosh or UNIX OS with a web browser.

After a successful login, you can configure and manage the device. There are seven main menus on the leftmost column of the web-based management page: Status, Quick Setup, WPS, Network, Wireless, DHCP and System Tools. Submenus will be available after clicking one of the main menus. On the right of the web-based management page are the detailed explanations and instructions for the corresponding page.

4.1 Status

Selecting Status will enable you to view the Range Extender’s current status and configuration, all of which are read-only.

Navigator, Firefox, Safari, Opera or Chrome)

Figure 4-1 Status

+ 45 hidden pages