TP-Link TL-WDR4900 User Manual
Rev: 1.0.0
1910010
TL-WDR4900
N900 Wireless Dual Band Gigabit Router
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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.”
10 mW e.i.r.p. within
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
France
the band 2454-2483.5
MHz
Italy None
Luxembourg None
Norway Implemented
Russian Federation None Only for indoor applications
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)
This subsection does not apply for the geographical area
within a radius of 20 km from the centre of Ny-Ålesund
Note: Please don’t use the product outdoors in France.
This device has been designed to operate with the antennas listed below, and having a maximum
gain of 3 dBi. Antennas not included in this list or having a gain greater than 3 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.
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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
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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.
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TP-LINK TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
For the following equipment:
Product Description: N900 Wireless Dual Band Gigabit Router
Model No.: TL-WDR4900
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
EN 60950-1:2006+A11：2009+A1:2010+A12:2011
EN 62311:2008
EN 301 893
EN 302 502
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 ............................................................................................................... 3
1.3 Main Features ............................................................................................................ 3
1.4 Panel Layout .............................................................................................................. 4
1.4.1 The Front Panel .............................................................................................. 4
1.4.2 The Rear Panel .............................................................................................. 5
Chapter 2. Connecting the Router ....................................................................... 7
2.1 System Requirements ................................................................................................ 7
2.2 Installation Environment Requirements ...................................................................... 7
2.3 Connecting the Router ............................................................................................... 7
Chapter 3. Quick Installation Guide ..................................................................... 9
3.1 TCP/IP Configuration ................................................................................................. 9
3.2 Quick Installation Guide ........................................................................................... 11
Chapter 4. Configuring the Router .................................................................... 21
4.1 Login ........................................................................................................................ 21
4.2 Status ....................................................................................................................... 21
4.3 Quick Setup .............................................................................................................. 22
4.4 Network .................................................................................................................... 23
4.4.1 WAN ............................................................................................................. 23
4.4.2 LAN .............................................................................................................. 32
4.4.3 MAC Clone ................................................................................................... 32
4.5 Dual Band Selection ................................................................................................. 33
4.6 Wireless 2.4GHz ...................................................................................................... 34
4.6.1 Wireless Settings .......................................................................................... 34
4.6.2 WPS ............................................................................................................. 37
4.6.3 Wireless Security .......................................................................................... 39
4.6.4 Wireless MAC Filtering ................................................................................. 42
4.6.5 Wireless Advanced ....................................................................................... 45
4.6.6 Wireless Statistics ......................................................................................... 46
4.7 Wireless 5GHz ......................................................................................................... 47
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4.7.1 Wireless Settings .......................................................................................... 47
4.7.2 WPS ............................................................................................................. 49
4.7.3 Wireless Security .......................................................................................... 52
4.7.4 Wireless MAC Filtering ................................................................................. 55
4.7.5 Wireless Advanced ....................................................................................... 57
4.7.6 Wireless Statistics ......................................................................................... 58
4.8 DHCP ....................................................................................................................... 59
4.8.1 DHCP Settings ............................................................................................. 59
4.8.2 DHCP Clients List ......................................................................................... 60
4.8.3 Address Reservation .................................................................................... 61
4.9 USB Settings ............................................................................................................ 62
4.9.1 Storage Sharing ............................................................................................ 62
4.9.2 FTP Server ................................................................................................... 64
4.9.3 Media Server ................................................................................................ 66
4.9.4 Print Server ................................................................................................... 68
4.9.5 User Accounts .............................................................................................. 68
4.10 NAT .......................................................................................................................... 70
4.11 Forwarding ............................................................................................................... 71
4.11.1 Virtual Servers .............................................................................................. 71
4.11.2 Port Triggering .............................................................................................. 73
4.11.3 DMZ .............................................................................................................. 75
4.11.4 UPnP ............................................................................................................ 76
4.12 Security .................................................................................................................... 77
4.12.1 Basic Security ............................................................................................... 77
4.12.2 Advanced Security ........................................................................................ 78
4.12.3 Local Management ....................................................................................... 80
4.12.4 Remote Management ................................................................................... 81
4.13 Parental Control ....................................................................................................... 82
4.14 Access Control ......................................................................................................... 84
4.14.1 Rule .............................................................................................................. 85
4.14.2 Host .............................................................................................................. 90
4.14.3 Target............................................................................................................ 92
4.14.4 Schedule ....................................................................................................... 94
4.15 Advanced Routing .................................................................................................... 96
4.15.1 Static Routing List ......................................................................................... 96
4.15.2 System Routing Table ................................................................................... 97
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4.16 Bandwidth Control .................................................................................................... 98
4.16.1 Control Settings ............................................................................................ 98
4.16.2 Rules List ...................................................................................................... 98
4.17 IP & MAC Binding ..................................................................................................... 99
4.17.1 Binding Settings .......................................................................................... 100
4.17.2 ARP List ...................................................................................................... 101
4.18 Dynamic DNS ......................................................................................................... 102
4.18.1 Comexe.cn DDNS ...................................................................................... 102
4.18.2 Dyndns.org DDNS ...................................................................................... 103
4.18.3 No-ip.com DDNS ........................................................................................ 104
4.19 IPv6 Support .......................................................................................................... 105
4.19.1 IPv6 Status ................................................................................................. 106
4.19.2 IPv6 Setup .................................................................................................. 107
4.20 System Tools .......................................................................................................... 113
4.20.1 Time Settings .............................................................................................. 113
4.20.2 Diagnostic ................................................................................................... 115
4.20.3 Firmware Upgrade ...................................................................................... 117
4.20.4 Factory Defaults ......................................................................................... 118
4.20.5 Backup & Restore ....................................................................................... 119
4.20.6 Reboot ........................................................................................................ 119
4.20.7 Password .................................................................................................... 120
4.20.8 System Log ................................................................................................. 120
4.20.9 Statistics ..................................................................................................... 122
Appendix A: FAQ .................................................................................................. 125
Appendix B: Configuring the PCs ....................................................................... 130
Appendix C: Specifications ................................................................................. 132
Appendix D: Glossary .......................................................................................... 133
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Package Contents
The following items should be found in your package:
TL-WDR4900 N900 Wireless Dual Band Gigabit Router
DC Power Adapter for TL-WDR4900 N900 Wireless Dual Band Gigabit Router
Quick Installation Guide
Resource CD for TL-WDR4900 N900 Wireless Dual Band Gigabit Router, including:
• This Guide
• 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.
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Simple Installation
Flexible Access Control
Multiple Security Protections
Incredible Speed
Chapter 1. Introduction
1.1 Overview of the Router
The TL-WDR4900 N900 Wireless Dual Band Gigabit Router integrates 4-port Switch, Firewall,
NAT-Router and Wireless AP. Powered by 3x3 MIMO technology, the N900 Wireless Dual Band
Gigabit Router delivers exceptional range and speed, which can fully meet the need of Small
Office/Home Office (SOHO) networks and the users demanding higher networking performance.
Your wireless connections are radio band selectable to avoid interference in your area, and the four
built-in Gigabit ports supply high-speed connection to your wired devices.
The TL-WDR4900 N900 Wireless Dual Band Gigabit Router provides up to 450Mbps (2.4GHz) +
450Mbps (5GHz) wireless connection with other 802.11n wireless clients. The incredible speed makes
it ideal for handling multiple data streams at the same time, which ensures your network stable and
smooth. The performance of this 802.11n wireless Router will give you the unexpected networking
experience at speed much faster than 802.11g. It is also compatible with all IEEE 802.11g and IEEE
802.11b products.
With multiple protection measures, including SSID broadcast control and wireless LAN
64/128/152-bit WEP encryption, Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA2- PSK, WPA- PSK), as well as
advanced Firewall protections, the TL-WDR4900 N900 Wireless Dual Band Gigabit Router
provides complete data privacy.
The TL-WDR4900 N900 Wireless Dual Band Gigabit Router provides flexible access control, so
that parents or network administrators can establish restricted access policies for children or staff. It
also supports Virtual Server and DMZ host for Port Triggering, and then the network administrators
can manage and monitor the network in real time with the remote management function.
Since the Router is compatible with virtually all the major operating systems, it is very easy to
manage. Quick Setup Wizard is supported and detailed instructions are provided step by step in
this user guide. Before installing the Router, please look through this guide to know all the
Router’s functions.
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1.2 Conventions
The Router or TL-WDR4900 mentioned in this guide stands for TL-WDR4900 N900 Wireless Dual
Band Gigabit Router without any explanation.
1.3 Main Features
Complies with IEEE 802.11n to provide a wireless data rate of up to 450Mbps (2.4GHz) +
450Mbps (5GHz).
One 10/100/1000M Auto-Negotiation RJ45 Internet port, four 10/100/1000M Auto-Negotiation
RJ45 Ethernet ports, supporting Auto MDI/MDIX.
Provides USB ports supporting storage/FTP/Media/Print Server.
Provides WPA/WPA2, WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK authentication, TKIP/AES encryption security.
Shares data and Internet access for users, supporting Dynamic IP/ Static IP/ PPPoE/ PPTP/
L2TP/ BigPond Internet access.
Supports simultaneous 2.4GHz 450Mbps and 5GHz 450Mbps connections for 900Mbps of
total available bandwidth
Supports Virtual Server, Special Application and DMZ host.
Supports UPnP, Dynamic DNS, Static Routing.
Provides Automatic-connection and Scheduled Connection on certain time to the Internet.
Built-in NAT and DHCP server supporting static IP address distributing.
Supports Parental Control and Access Control.
Connects Internet on demand and disconnects from the Internet when idle for PPPoE.
Provides 64/128/152-bit WEP encryption security and wireless LAN ACL (Access Control
List).
Supports Flow Statistics.
Supports IPv6
Supports firmware upgrade and Web management.
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Off
The Router has a system error.
1.4 Panel Layout
1.4.1 The Front Panel
Figure 1-1 LEDs on the front panel
The Router’s LEDs are located on the front panel (View from left to right).
Name Status Indication
Off Power is off.
(Power)
On Power is on.
On The Router is initializing or maybe has a system error.
(System)
(Wireless
2.4GHz)
(Wireless
5GHz)
Flashing The Router is working properly.
Off The wireless function is disabled.
Flashing
Off The wireless function is disabled.
Flashing
Off There is no device linked to the corresponding port.
The wireless function is enabled. The Router is working on
2.4GHz radio band.
The wireless function is enabled. The Router is working on
5GHz radio band.
(Ethernet)
(Internet)
On
Flashing There is an active device linked to the corresponding port.
There is a device linked to the corresponding port but there
is no activity.
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successfully added to the
Slow
Flash
(WPS)
(USB on
the rear panel)
Note:
1. After a device is successfully added to the network by WPS function, the WPS LED will keep
on for about 5 minutes and then turn off.
2. The Router is set to working concurrently in 2.4GHz and 5GHz by default. If you desire to
choose the working frequency, please go to 4.5 Dual Band Selection
On
Quick
Flash
Off No storage device or printer is plugged into the USB port.
On A storage device or printer has connected to the USB port.
A wireless device is connecting to the network by WPS
function. This process will last in the first 2 minutes.
A wireless device has been
network by WPS function.
A wireless device failed to be added to the network by WPS
function.
Table 1-1 The LEDs Description
.
1.4.2 The Rear Panel
The following parts are located on the rear panel (View from left to right).
Power: The Power socket is where you will connect the power adapter. Please use the
power adapter provided with this TL-WDR4900 N900 Wireless Dual Band Gigabit Router.
On/Off: The switch for the power.
Wireless On/Off: The switch for the wireless function.
USB: The USB port connects to a USB storage device or a USB printer.
Figure 1-2 Rear Panel sketch
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Internet: This port is where you will connect the DSL/cable Modem, or Ethernet.
Ethernet (1, 2, 3, 4): These ports (1, 2, 3, 4) connect the Router to the local PC(s).
WPS/Reset:
Pressing this button for less than 5 seconds enables the WPS function. If your client devices,
such as wireless adapters, that support Wi-Fi Protected Setup, then you can press this
button to quickly establish a connection between the Router and client devices and
automatically configure wireless security for your wireless network.
Pressing this button for more than 5 seconds enables the Reset function. With the Router
powered on, press and hold the WPS/Reset button (approximately 8 seconds) until the SYS
LED becomes quick-flash from slow-flash. And then release the button and wait the Router
to reboot to its factory default settings.
Wireless antenna: To receive and transmit the wireless data.
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Chapter 2. Connecting the Router
2.1 System Requirements
Broadband Internet Access Service (DSL/Cable/Ethernet)
One DSL/Cable Modem that has an RJ45 connector (which is not necessary if the Router is
connected directly to the Ethernet)
PCs with a working Ethernet Adapter and an Ethernet cable with RJ45 connectors
TCP/IP protocol on each PC
Web browser, such as Microsoft Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox or Apple Safari
2.2 Installation Environment Requirements
Place the Router in a well-ventilated place far from any heater or heating vent
Avoid direct irradiation of any strong light (such as sunlight)
Keep at least 2 inches (5 cm) of clear space around the Router
Operating Temperature: 0℃~40℃ (32℉~104℉)
Operating Humidity: 10%~90%RH, Non-condensing
2.3 Connecting the Router
Before installing the Router, make sure your PC is connected to the Internet through the
broadband service successfully. If there is any problem, please contact your ISP. After that, please
install the Router according to the following steps. Don't forget to pull out the power plug and keep
your hands dry.
1. Power off your Cable/DSL Modem, and the Router.
2. Locate an optimum location for the Router. The best place is usually at the center of your
wireless network.
3. Adjust the direction of the antenna. Normally, upright is a good direction.
4. Connect the DSL/Cable Modem to the Internet port of the Router, shown in Figure 2-1.
5. Connect the PC(s) and each Switch/Hub in your LAN to the Ethernet ports on the Router,
shown in Figure 2-1. If you have the wireless NIC and want to use the wireless function, you
can skip this step.
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6. Connect the power adapter to the power socket on the Router, and the other end into an
electrical outlet, shown in Figure 2-1. The Router will start to work automatically.
7. Power on your Cable/DSL Modem.
Figure 2-1 Hardware Installation
Note:
If you want to use the Router to share files or printer, plug the USB storage device to the USB port
or connect the printer to the Router with a matching cable.
Figure 2-2 USB Installation
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Chapter 3. Quick Installation Guide
This chapter will show you how to configure the basic functions of your N900 Wireless Dual
Band Gigabit Router using Quick Setup Wizard within minutes.
3.1 TCP/IP Configuration
The default IP address of the Router is 192.168.0.1 and the default Subnet Mask is 255.255.255.0.
These values can be changed as you desire. In this guide, we use all the default values for
description.
Connect the local PC to the Ethernet ports of the Router and then you can configure the IP
address for your PC by the following method: Set up the TCP/IP Protocol in "Obtain an IP
address automatically" mode on your PC. If you need instructions as to how to do this, please
refer to Appendix B: Configuring the PC
the PC.
Now, you can run the Ping command in the command prompt to verify the network connection
between your PC and the Router. The following example is in Windows XP OS.
Open a command prompt, and type ping 192.168.0.1, and then press Enter.
If the result displayed is similar to the Figure 3-1, it means the connection between your PC
and the Router has been established well.
. Then the built-in DHCP server will assign IP address for
Figure 3-1 Success result of Ping command
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If the result displayed is similar to Figure 3-2, it means the connection between your PC and
the Router failed.
Figure 3-2 Failure result of Ping command
Please check the connection following these steps:
1. Is the connection between your PC and the Router correct?
Note:
The 1/2/3/4 LEDs of Ethernet ports which you link to on the Router and 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 192.168.0.1, your PC's IP address must be within the range of
192.168.0.2 ~ 192.168.0.254.
3. Is the default LAN IP of the Router correct?
Note:
If the LAN IP of the modem connected with your router is 192.168.0.x, the default LAN IP of the
Router will automatically switch from 192.168.0.1 to 192.168.1.1 to avoid IP conflict. Therefore, in
order to verify the network connection between your PC and the Router, you can open a
command prompt, and type ping 192.168.1.1, and then press Enter.
Note:
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3.2 Quick Installation Guide
With a Web-based utility, it is easy to configure and manage the N900 Wireless Dual Band Gigabit
Router. 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 default IP address
http://tplinklogin.net
in the address field.
Figure 3-3 Log in the Router
After a moment, a login window will appear, similar to Figure 3-4. Enter admin for the User
Name and Password, both in lower case letters. Then click the OK button or press the Enter
key.
Note:
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.
2. After successful log in, you can click the Quick Setup menu to quickly configure your Router.
Figure 3-4 Login Windows
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Figure 3-5 Quick Setup
3. Click Next, and then WAN Connection Type page will appear, shown in Figure 3-6.
Figure 3-6 WAN Connection Type
The Router provides Auto-Detect function and supports three popular ways PPPoE, Dynamic IP, and
Static IP and to connect to the Internet. It’s recommended that you make use of the Auto-Detect
function. If you are sure of what kind of connection type your ISP provides, you can select the very type
and click Next to go on configuring.
4. If you select Auto-Detect, the Router will automatically detect the connection type your ISP
provides. Make sure the cable is securely plugged into the Internet port before detection. The
appropriate configuration page will be displayed when an active Internet service is
successfully detected by the Router.
1) If the connection type detected is Dynamic IP, the next screen will appear as shown in
Figure 3-7. Please select “No, I am connected by another computer (do NOT clone MAC
address)”, and then click Next to continue.
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Figure 3-7 Quick Setup – Dynamic IP
2) If the connection type detected is Static IP, the next screen will appear as shown in
Figure 3-8. Configure the following parameters and then click Next to continue.
Figure 3-8 Quick Setup - Static IP
IP Address - This is the WAN IP address as seen by external users on the Internet
(including your ISP). Your ISP will provide you with the IP address you need to enter
here. Enter the IP address into the field.
Subnet Mask - The Subnet Mask is used for the WAN IP address. Your IPS will provide
you with the subnet mask which is usually 255.255.255.0.
Default Gateway - Your ISP will provide you with the Gateway address which is the ISP
server’s address. Enter the gateway IP address into the box if required.
Primary DNS - Enter the DNS Server IP address into the box if required.
Secondary DNS - If your ISP provides another DNS server, enter it into this field.
3) If the connection type detected is PPPoE/Russia PPPoE, the next screen will appear as
shown in Figure 3-9. Configure the following parameters and then click Next to continue.
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Figure 3-9 Quick Setup – PPPoE/Russia PPPoE
User Name/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.
Confirm Password - Enter the password again to make sure that the password is
correct.
Check the radio button of Dynamic/Static IP to activate the secondary connection if your ISP
provides an extra Connection type such as Dynamic/Static IP to connect to a local area
network.
4) If the connection type detected is PPTP/ Russia PPTP, the next screen will appear as
shown in Figure 3-10.Configure the following parameters and then click Next to continue.
Figure 3-10 Quick Setup – PPTP/Russia PPTP
User Name/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.
Confirm Password - Enter the password again to make sure that the password is
correct.
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Select Static IP if IP Address/ Subnet Mask/ Gateway and DNS server address have been
provided by your ISP. Then please enter server IP address or domain name provided by your
ISP, and also enter the corresponding parameters.
Select Dynamic IP if none of the above parameters are provided. Then you just need to enter
server IP address or domain name provided by your ISP.
5) If the connection type detected is L2TP/Russia L2TP, the next screen will appear as
shown in Figure 3-11. Configure the following parameters and then click Next to continue.
Figure 3-11 Quick Setup – L2TP/Russia L2TP
User Name/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.
Confirm Password - Enter the password again to make sure that the password is
correct.
Select Static IP if IP Address/ Subnet Mask/ Gateway and DNS server address have been
provided by your ISP. Then please enter server IP address or domain name provided by your
ISP, and also enter the corresponding parameters.
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N900 Wireless Dual Band Gigabit Router
Select Dynamic IP if none of the above parameters are provided. Then you just need to enter
server IP address or domain name provided by your ISP.
5. After finishing WAN Connection Type selection, the Dual Band Selection page will appear as
shown in Figure 3-12. Here we take “Concurrently with 2.4GHz and 5GHz (802.11a/b/g/n)” for
example. Click Next to continue.
Figure 3-12 Quick Setup – Dual Band Selection
2.4GHz - You can use the 2.4GHz band to connect to many classic wireless devices like
gaming consoles, laptops, DVRs, ect.
5GHz - This band is less crowded and is used for time-sensitive music, video streaming
or gaming. Using this band can avoid interference with 2.4GHz networks or noisy
devices like cordless phones and microwave ovens.
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N900 Wireless Dual Band Gigabit Router
6. Configure the basic parameters for 2.4GHz wireless network in the following screen as
shown in Figure 3-13, and then click Next.
Figure 3-13 Quick Setup – Wireless
Wireless Radio - Displays whether the wireless function is enabled or not.
Wireless Network Name - Also called the SSID (Service Set Identification). Enter a
value of up to 32 characters. The same name must be assigned to all wireless devices
in your network. The default SSID is set to be TP-LINK_2.4GHz_XXXXXX. This value is
case-sensitive. For example, TEST is NOT the same as test.
Region - Select your region from the drop-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 field.
If your country or region is not listed, please contact your local government agency for
assistance.
Note:
Limited by local law regulations, version for North America does not have region
selection option.
Band - This field displayed the operating frequency being configured.
Mode - This field determines the wireless mode which the Router works on.
11b only - Select if all of your wireless clients are 802.11b.
11g only - Select if all of your wireless clients are 802.11g.
11n only- Select only if all of your wireless clients are 802.11n.
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11bg mixed - Select if you are using both 802.11b and 802.11g wireless clients.
11bgn mixed - Select if you are using a mix of 802.11b, 11g, and 11n wireless
clients.
Channel Width - Select any channel width from the drop-down list. The default setting
is “Auto”, which can adjust the channel width for your clients automatically.
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.
Wireless Security
Disable Security - The wireless security function can be enabled or disabled. If
disabled, the wireless stations will be able to connect the Router without
encryption.
Enable Security (WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK) – It’s selected by default, with the
default PSK password the same as the default PIN code.
No Change - If you chose this option, wireless security configuration will not
change!
These settings are only for basic wireless parameters. For advanced settings, please refer to
4.6 Wireless 2.4GHz
.
7. Configure the basic parameters for 5GHz wireless network in the following screen as shown
in Figure 3-14, and then click Next.
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Figure 3-14 Quick Setup – Wireless
Wireless Radio - Choose from the drop-down list to enable or disable the wireless
radio.
Wireless Network Name - Also called the SSID (Service Set Identification). Enter a
value of up to 32 characters. The same name must be assigned to all wireless devices
in your network. The default SSID is set to be TP-LINK_5GHz_XXXXXX. This value is
case-sensitive. For example, TEST is NOT the same as test.
Region - Select your region from the drop-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 field.
If your country or region is not listed, please contact your local government agency for
assistance.
Note:
Limited by local law regulations, version for North America does not have region
selection option.
Band - This field displayed the operating frequency being configured.
Mode - This field determines the wireless mode which the Router works on.
11a only - Select if all of your wireless clients are 802.11a.
11n only- Select only if all of your wireless clients are 802.11n.
11an mixed - Select if you are using both 802.11a and 802.11n wireless clients.
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Channel Width - Select any channel width from the drop-down list. The default setting
is “Auto”, which can adjust the channel width for your clients automatically.
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.
Wireless Security
Disable Security - The wireless security function can be enabled or disabled. If
disabled, the wireless stations will be able to connect the Router without
encryption.
Enable Security (WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK) – It’s selected by default, with the
default PSK password the same as the default PIN code.
No Change - If you chose this option, wireless security configuration will not
change!
These settings are only for basic wireless parameters. For advanced settings, please refer to
4.7 Wireless 5GHz
.
8. Then you will see the Finish page.
If you don’t make any change on the Wireless page, you will see the Finish page as
shown in Figure 3-15. Click the Finish button to finish the Quick Setup.
Figure 3-15 Quick Setup - Finish
If there is anything changed on the Wireless page, you will see the Finish page as
shown in Figure 3-16. Click the Reboot button to make your wireless configuration take
effect and finish the Quick Setup.
Figure 3-16 Quick Setup – Finish
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