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TL-WN823N
300Mbps Mini Wireless N USB Adapter
Rev: 1.0.0
1910010650
COPYRIGHT & TRADEMARKS
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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 radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. End users must follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF
exposure compliance. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with
any other antenna or transmitter. This equipment has been SAR-evaluated for use in hand.
SAR measurements are based on a 5mm spacing from the body and that compliance is
achieved at that distance.
CE Mark Warning
This is a class B product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference,
in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
National Restrictions
2400.0-2483.5 MHz
Country Restriction Reason/remark
Bulgaria
Outdoor use limited to 10
France
Italy
Luxembourg None
Norway Implemented
Russian
Federation
Note: Please don’t use the product outdoors in France.
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)
This subsection does not apply for the
geographical area within a radius of 20 km from
the centre of Ny-Ålesund
Only for indoor applications
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。
Продукт сертифіковано згідно с правилами системи УкрСЕПРО на відповідність вимогам
нормативних документів та вимогам, що передбачені чинними законодавчими актами
України.
TP-LINK TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
For the following equipment:
Product Description: 300Mbps Mini Wireless N USB Adapter
Model No.: TL-WN823N
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
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 V1.3.2:2008
EN60950-1:2006
EN62311:2008
Recommendation 1999/519/EC
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 Product Overview ................................................................................. 2
1.1 Introduction ............................................................................................................. 2
1.2 Features.................................................................................................................. 2
1.3 Hardware Overview................................................................................................. 3
Chapter 2 Installation............................................................................................. 4
2.1 Hardware Installation .............................................................................................. 4
2.2 Software Installation................................................................................................ 4
Chapter 3 Connect to a Wireless Network ........................................................... 9
3.1 To connect using TWCU ......................................................................................... 9
3.2 To connect using WPS.......................................................................................... 12
3.2.1 PBC (Push Button Configuration) method................................................ 12
3.2.2 PIN method .............................................................................................. 14
3.3 To connect using Windows built-in wireless utility................................................. 16
3.3.1 In Windows 7............................................................................................ 16
3.3.2 In Windows Vista...................................................................................... 18
3.3.3 In Windows XP......................................................................................... 20
Chapter 4 Management ........................................................................................ 23
4.1 Profile.................................................................................................................... 23
4.1.1 Add a profile ............................................................................................. 23
4.1.2 Modify a profile......................................................................................... 25
4.1.3 Delete a profile ......................................................................................... 25
4.2 Advanced .............................................................................................................. 26
4.3 About..................................................................................................................... 27
Chapter 5 AP Mode .............................................................................................. 28
Chapter 6 Uninstall Software............................................................................... 30
6.1 Uninstall the utility software from your PC............................................................. 30
6.2 Uninstall the driver software from your PC............................................................ 31
Appendix A: Specifications................................................................................... 33
Appendix B: Glossary............................................................................................ 34
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Package Contents
Please verify that all the package contents below are available.
One TL-WN823N 300Mbps Mini Wireless N USB Adapter
Quick Installation Guide
One resource CD for TL-WN823N, including:
TP-LINK Wireless Configuration Utility (TWCU) and Drivers
User Guide
Other helpful information
Make sure that the above items are contained in the package. If any of the above items are
damaged or missing, please contact your distributor.
Note:
The ‘adapter’ mentioned in this User Guide stands for TL-WN823N 300Mbps Mini Wireless N
USB Adapter without any explanations.
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Chapter 1 Product Overview
1.1 Introduction
The adapter is a 802.11n client device designed to deliver a high-speed and unrivaled wireless
performance for your desktop. With a faster wireless connection, you can get a better Internet
experience, such as downloading, gaming, video streaming.
With the 802.11n technology, the TL-WN823N’s auto-sensing capability allows high packet
transfer rate of up to 300Mbps for maximum throughput. It has good capability on anti-jamming,
and it can also interoperate with other wireless (802.11b/g) products. The adapter supports WEP,
WPA and WPA2 encryption to prevent outside intrusion and protect your personal information
from being exposed.
The adapter is easy to install and manage with the Quick Setup Wizard guiding you step-by-step
through the installation process and the TP-LINK Wireless Configuration Utility instructing you to
quickly set up a wireless connection.
With unmatched wireless performance, reception, and security protection, the TL-WN823N is the
best choice for easily adding or upgrading wireless connectivity to your desktop.
1.2 Features
Complies with IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11b standards
Supports WPA/WPA2 data security, TKIP/AES encryption
Supports high rate of up to 300Mbps for maximum throughput, supports automatically
adjust to lower speeds due to distance or other operating limitations
Provides USB 2.0 interface
Supports Ad Hoc and Infrastructure modes
Good capability on anti-jamming
Supports roaming between access points when configured under Infrastructure mode
Easy to configure and provides monitoring information
Supports Windows XP, Windows Vista and Windows 7
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1.3 Hardware Overview
LED status:
Status Working Status
The driver has not been installed;
Off
The adapter's radio has been disabled.
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Flashing Slowly
Flashing Quickly Data is being transmitted or received.
The driver has been installed but no data is being transmitted or
received.
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Chapter 2 Installation
2.1 Hardware Installation
Plug the Adapter directly to the USB port on your computer.
Note:
The promoted Found New Hardware Wizard screen will pop up when the adapter is installed
correctly. Click Cancel.
2.2 Software Installation
The adapter’s Setup Wizard will guide you through the installation procedures for Windows 7,
Windows Vista, and Windows XP. The procedures in different systems are quite similar,
therefore here takes the procedures in Windows 7 for example.
1. Insert the Resource CD into your CD-ROM drive, and the window below will appear. Select
model TL-WN823N. There will be a menu including: Install Driver&Utility and User
Guide. Click Install Driver&Utility to begin.
Figure 2-1
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2. The InstallShield Wizard window will appear. Click Next to continue.
Figure 2-2
3. Choose a setup type. It is recommended to select Install TP-LINK Wireless
Configuration Utility and Driver. Selecting Install Driver Only will only install driver.
Click Next to continue.
Figure 2-3
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4. Click Change to specify the destination location for the software or you can leave it default.
Click Next in the screen below to continue.
5. Click Install to continue the setup.
Figure 2-4
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