TP-Link TL-WR743ND User Manual
TL-WR743ND
150Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router
Rev: 2.0.0
1910010644
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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 exposure compliance requirements, this grant is applicable to only
Mobile Configurations. The antennas used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a
separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in
conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.”
CE Mark Warning
This is a class B product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference, in
which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
National restrictions
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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This device has been designed to operate with the antennas listed below, and having a maximum
gain of 5 dBi. Antennas not included in this list or having a gain greater than 5 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.
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.
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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。
Продукт сертифіковано згідно с правилами системи УкрСЕПРО на відповідність вимогам
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України.
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TP-LINK TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
For the following equipment:
Product Description: 150Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router
Model No.: TL-WR743ND
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 55022:2010
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 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.................................................................................................11
3.1 TCP/IP Configuration ........................................................................................................11
3.2 Quick Installation Guide ................................................................................................... 13
3.2.1 Configuration for Client Router Mode.................................................................. 14
3.2.2 Configuration for Router Mode ............................................................................ 19
3.2.3 Configuration for Repeater Mode........................................................................ 22
3.2.4 Configuration for Bridge with AP Mode ............................................................... 26
3.2.5 Configuration for Client Mode.............................................................................. 31
Chapter 4. Configuring the Router ................................................................................................. 36
4.1 Login ................................................................................................................................36
4.2 Status ............................................................................................................................... 36
4.3 Quick Setup...................................................................................................................... 37
4.4 WPS ................................................................................................................................. 37
4.5 Operation Mode ............................................................................................................... 44
4.6 Network ............................................................................................................................ 45
4.6.1 WAN..................................................................................................................... 45
4.6.2 MAC Clone .......................................................................................................... 55
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4.6.3 LAN...................................................................................................................... 56
4.7 Wireless ........................................................................................................................... 57
4.7.1 Wireless Settings................................................................................................. 57
4.7.2 Wireless Security................................................................................................. 69
4.7.3 Wireless MAC Filtering........................................................................................ 72
4.7.4 Wireless Advanced.............................................................................................. 74
4.7.5 Wireless Statistics................................................................................................ 75
4.8 DHCP ............................................................................................................................... 76
4.8.1 DHCP Settings..................................................................................................... 76
4.8.2 DHCP Clients List................................................................................................ 78
4.8.3 Address Reservation ........................................................................................... 78
4.9 Forwarding ....................................................................................................................... 79
4.9.1 Virtual Servers ..................................................................................................... 80
4.9.2 Port Triggering..................................................................................................... 82
4.9.3 DMZ..................................................................................................................... 84
4.9.4 UPnP ................................................................................................................... 84
4.10 Security ............................................................................................................................ 85
4.10.1 Basic Security...................................................................................................... 86
4.10.2 Advanced Security............................................................................................... 87
4.10.3 Local Management .............................................................................................. 89
4.10.4 Remote Management.......................................................................................... 90
4.11 Parental Control ............................................................................................................... 91
4.12 Access Control................................................................................................................. 94
4.12.1 Rule ..................................................................................................................... 94
4.12.2 Host ..................................................................................................................... 97
4.12.3 Target................................................................................................................... 99
4.12.4 Schedule............................................................................................................ 101
4.13 Advanced Routing.......................................................................................................... 103
4.13.1 Static Routing List.............................................................................................. 103
4.13.2 System Routing Table........................................................................................ 104
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4.14 Bandwidth Control.......................................................................................................... 105
4.14.1 Control Settings ................................................................................................. 105
4.14.2 Rules List........................................................................................................... 106
4.15 IP& MAC Bing Setting.................................................................................................... 107
4.15.1 Binding Settings................................................................................................. 107
4.15.2 ARP List............................................................................................................. 109
4.16 Dynamic DNS..................................................................................................................110
4.16.1 No-IP.com DDNS................................................................................................110
4.16.2 Dyndns.org DDNS ..............................................................................................111
4.16.3 Comexe.cn DDNS ..............................................................................................112
4.17 System Tools...................................................................................................................113
4.17.1 Time Settings......................................................................................................113
4.17.2 Diagnostic...........................................................................................................115
4.17.3 Firmware Upgrade..............................................................................................116
4.17.4 Factory Defaults..................................................................................................117
4.17.5 Backup & Restore...............................................................................................118
4.17.6 Reboot ................................................................................................................119
4.17.7 Password............................................................................................................119
4.17.8 System log......................................................................................................... 120
4.17.9 Statistics............................................................................................................. 122
Appendix A: FAQ .............................................................................................................................. 124
Appendix B: Configuring the PC .................................................................................................... 130
Appendix C: Specifications............................................................................................................. 134
Appendix D: Glossary...................................................................................................................... 135
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Package Contents
The following items should be found in your package:
TL-WR743ND 150Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router
DC Power Adapter for TL-WR743ND 150Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router
One Power Injector
Quick Installation Guide
Resource CD for TL-WR743ND 150Mbps Wireless AP/Client 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 your distributor.
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Chapter 1. Introduction
1.1 Overview of the Router
The TL-WR743ND 150Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router integrates 4-port Switch, Firewall,
NAT-Router and Wireless AP. With Client Router Mode as the default mode, the 150Mbps Wireless
AP/Client Router can connect to the WISP, delivering exceptional range and speed for the users.
Meanwhile, TL-WR743ND creates a local area network for files sharing or Internet surfing via
wireless or wired connections.
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he TL-WR743ND 150Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router provides up to 150Mbps wireless
connection with other 802.11n wireless clients. The speed makes it ideal for handling multiple data
streams at the same time, which ensures your network stable and smooth. It is compatible with all
IEEE 802.11g and IEEE 802.11b products.
T
he TL-WR743ND 150Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router supports five operation modes. The Client
Router mode allows the TL-WR743ND to connect to the WISP and create a local area network via
wireless connection. The Router mode enables the TL-WR743ND to work as a router for network
sharing with high speed. The functions of Repeater mode and Bridge with AP mode are similar, for
they both make the TL-WR743ND able to extend the existing wireless network. In Client mode,
TL-WR743ND acts as a wireless station to enable the wired host(s) to access AP.
Incredible Speed
Multiple Operation Modes
Reliable Security Protections
With multiple protection
64/128/152-bit WEP encryption, WiFi protected Access (WPA2 - PSK, WPA - PSK), as well as
advanced Firewall protections, the TL-WR743ND 150Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router provides
complete data privacy.
Flexible Access Control
he TL-WR743ND 150Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router provides flexible access control, so that
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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.
measures, including SSID broadcast control and wireless LAN
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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.
1.2 Conventions
The Router or TL-WR743ND mentioned in this guide stands for TL-WR743ND 150Mbps Wireless
AP/Client Router without any explanation.
1.3 Main Features
Make use of IEEE 802.11n wireless technology to provide a wireless data rate of up to
150Mbps
One 10/100M Auto-Negotiation RJ45 INTERNET port, supporting passive POE at AP Client
Router mode
Four 10/100M Auto-Negotiation RJ45 LAN ports, supporting Auto MDI/MDIX
Provides WPA/WPA2-Enterprise, WPA/WPA2-Personal authentication, TKIP/AES encryption
security
Shares data and Internet access for users, supporting Dynamic IP/Static IP/PPPoE Internet
access
Supports Client Router mode for WISP Connection
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
Connects Internet on demand and disconnects from the Internet when idle for PPPoE
Built-in NAT and DHCP server supporting static IP address distributing
Supports Stateful Packet Inspection
Supports VPN Passthrough
Supports Parental Control and Access Control
Provides 64/128/152-bit WEP encryption security and wireless LAN ACL (Access Control
List)
Supports passive power over Ethernet
Supports Flow Statistics
Supports firmware upgrade and Web management
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1.4 Panel Layout
1.4.1 The Front Panel
TL-WR743ND 150Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router
Figure 1-1 Front Panel sketch
The Router’s LEDs are located on the front panel (View from left to right).
Name Status Indication
（Power）
(System)
(WLAN)
(INTERNET),
(LAN 1-4)
(WPS)
Off Power is off.
On Power is on.
Flashing The Router is working properly.
On /Off The Router has a system error.
Off The Wireless function is disabled.
Flashing The Wireless function is enabled.
Off There is no device linked to the corresponding port.
On
Flashing There is an active device linked to the corresponding port.
Slow Flash
On
Quick Flash
There is a device linked to the corresponding port but
there is no activity.
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 successfully added to the
network by WPS function.
A wireless device failed to be added to the network by
WPS function.
Table 1-1 The LEDs Description
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Note:
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.
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).
RESET：
There are two ways to reset to the Router's factory defaults:
1) Use the Factory Defaults function on “System Tools → Factory Defaults” page in the
Router's Web-based Utility.
2) Use the Factory Default RESET button: With the Router powered on, use a pin to press
and hold the RESET button (about 5 seconds) until the system LED becomes quick-flash
from slow-flash. And then release the button and wait the Router to reboot to its factory
default settings.
POWER: The Power socket is where you will connect the power adapter. Please use the
power adapter provided with this TL-WR743ND 150Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router.
ON/OFF: The switch for the power.
1,2,3,4 (LAN): These ports (1, 2, 3, and 4) connect the Router to the local PC(s).
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INTERNET: This INTERNET port is where you will connect the DSL/cable Modem, or
Ethernet.
WPS: If you have 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.
Wireless antenna: To receive and transmit the wireless data.
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Chapter 2. Connecting the Router
2.1 System Requirements
Each PC in the LAN needs a working Ethernet Adapter and an Ethernet cable with RJ45
connectors
TCP/IP protocol must be installed on each PC
Web browser, such as Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0 or later, Netscape Navigator 6.0 or later
If the device is configured to Client Router mode, you also need Wireless Internet Access
Service (WISP)
If the device is configured to Router mode, you also need 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 or the Router works on the Client Router mode.)
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
To connect the Router, please follow the steps below:
1) Locate an optimum location for the Router. The best place is usually at the center of your
wireless network. The place must accord with the Installation Environment Requirements
2) Adjust the direction of the antenna. Normally, upright is a good direction.
After finishing the steps above, please choose the operation mode you need and carry out the
corresponding steps. There are five operation mode supported by this router: Client Router,
.
Router, Repeater, Bridge with AP and Client.
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a) Client Router Mode
Figure 2-1 Hardware Installation of the TL-WR743ND in Client Router mode
1. Connect the notebook/PC to the LAN port of TL-WR743ND router with an Ethernet cable.
2. Plug one end of the provided power adapter into the POWER jack of the router, and the other
end to a standard electrical wall socket.
3. Press the ON/OFF button of the router.
b) Router Mode
Figure 2-2 Hardware Installation of the TL-WR743ND in Router mode
1. Connect the PC(s)/Switch/Hub in your LAN to the LAN Ports on the Router.
2. Connect the DSL/Cable Modem to the INTERNET port on the Router.
3. Plug one end of the provided power adapter into the POWER jack of the router, and the other
end to a standard electrical wall socket.
4. Press the ON/OFF button of the router.
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c) Repeater Mode (Range Extender)
Figure 2-3 Hardware Installation of the TL-WR743ND in Repeater mode
1. Plug one end of the provided power adapter into the POWER jack of the router, and the other
end to a standard electrical wall socket.
2. Press the ON/OFF button of the router.
Note:
It is recommended that you connect a PC/notebook to the LAN port of the Router with an Ethernet
cable, and then login the Router from the PC/notebook to set the Router in Repeater mode.
d) Bridge with AP Mode
Figure 2-4 Hardware Installation of the TL-WR743ND in Bridge with AP mode
1. Plug one end of the provided power adapter into the POWER jack of the router, and the other
end to a standard electrical wall socket.
2. Press the ON/OFF button of the router.
Note:
It is recommended that you connect a PC/notebook to the LAN port of the Router with an Ethernet
cable, and then login the Router from the PC/notebook to set the Router in Bridge with AP mode.
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e) Client Mode
Figure 2-5 Hardware Installation of the TL-WR743ND in Client mode
1. Connect the PC to the LAN port of TL-WR743ND router with an Ethernet cable.
2. Plug one end of the provided power adapter into the POWER jack of the router, and the other
end to a standard electrical wall socket.
3. Press the ON/OFF button of the router.
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Chapter 3. Quick Installation Guide
This chapter will show you how to configure the basic functions of your TL-WR743ND 150Mbps
Wireless AP/Client Router using Quick Setup Wizard within minutes.
3.1 TCP/IP Configuration
The default domain name of the TL-WR743ND 150Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router is
http://tplinklogin.net
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 LAN ports of the Router. And then you can configure the IP address
for your PC in the following two ways.
Configure the IP address manually
1) Set up the TCP/IP Protocol for your PC. If you need instructions as to how to do this,
please refer to Appendix B: "Configuring the PC"
2) Configure the network parameters. The IP address is 192.168.0.x ("x" is any number
from 2 to 254), Subnet Mask is 255.255.255.0, and Gateway is 192.168.0.1 (The
Router's default IP address)
Obtain an IP address automatically
1) 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 default IP address is 192.168.0.1, and the default Subnet Mask is
.
2) Then the built-in DHCP server will assign IP address for 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 2000 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 yo
and the Router has been established well.
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Figure 3-1 Success result of Ping command
If the result displayed is similar to the Figure 3-2, it means the connection between your PC
and the Router is 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 LAN ports which you link to on the Router and LEDs on your PC's adapter
should be lit.
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2. Is the TCP/IP configuration for your PC correct?
Note:
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.
3.2 Quick Installation Guide
With a Web-based utility, it is easy to configure and manage the TL-WR743ND 150Mbps Wireless
AP/Client 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 address
http://tplinklogin.net
in the address field of the browser.
Figure 3-3 Log in the Router
After a moment, a login window will appear, similar to the 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.
Figure 3-4 Login Windows
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.
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2. After a successfully login, you can click the Quick Setup menu to quickly configure your
Router.
Figure 3-5 Quick Setup
3. Click Next, and then Operation Mode page will appear, as shown in Figure 3-6.
Figure 3-6 Operation Mode
Note:
The Router supports five operation modes for multi-user to access the Internet: Client Router, Router,
Repeater, Bridge with AP and Client. If you are unsure about which one to select, please refer to
Operation Mode Help page. You can configure your device quickly by the following steps in
different modes.
3.2.1 Configuration for Client Router Mode
When you choose Client Router on Operation Mode page in Figure 3-6 , take the following
steps:
1. Click Next, and then WAN Connection Type page will appear as shown in Figure 3-7.
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Figure 3-7 WAN Connection Type
The router in Client Router mode supports three popular ways to connect to the Internet. Please
select the one compatible with your ISP.
2. Click Next to enter the necessary network parameters.
a) If you choose "Dynamic IP", the router will automatically receive the IP parameters from your
ISP without needing to enter any parameters.
b) If you choose "PPPoE", you will see this page shown in Figure 3-8.
Figure 3-8 PPPoE
User Name and Password - Enter the User Name and Password provided by your ISP.
These fields are case-sensitive.
Confirm Password - Enter again the Password provided by your ISP to ensure the password
you entered is correct.
c) If you Choose "Static IP", the Static IP settings page will appear as shown in Figure 3-9.
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Figure 3-9 Static IP
Note:
The IP parameters should have been provided by your ISP.
IP Address - This is the WAN IP address as seen by external users on the Internet (including
your ISP). Enter the IP address into the field.
Subnet Mask - The Subnet Mask is used for the WAN IP address, it is usually
255.255.255.0.
Default Gateway - Enter the gateway IP address into the box if required.
Primary DNS - Enter the DNS Server IP address into the boxes if required.
Secondary DNS - If your ISP provides another DNS server, enter it into this field.
3. After you have completed the above, click Next, the WISP Station Setting page will appear as
below.
Figure 3-10 WISP Station Setting
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Wireless Name of WISP Station（SSID）- The SSID of the AP your Router is going to connect
to as a client. You can also use the search function to select the SSID to join.
MAC Address of WISP Station（BSSID）- The BSSID of the AP your Router is going to
connect to as a client. You can also use the search function to select the BSSID to join.
Survey - Click this button, you can survey the AP which runs in the current channel.
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 field. If your country or region
is not listed, please contact your local government agency for assistance.
When you select your local region from the pull-down list, click the Save button, then the
Note Dialog appears. Click OK.
Note Dialog
Note:
Limited by local law regulations, version for North America does not have region selection option.
Wireless Security Mode - This option should be chosen according to the AP's security
configuration. It is recommended that the security type is the same as your AP's security type.
Wireless Password - If the AP your Router is going to connect needs password, you need to
fill the password in this blank.
Click Survey button on the Wireless page as shown in Figure 3-10, and then AP List page will
ar as shown in Figure 3-11. Find the SSID of the Access Point you want to access, and click
appe
Connect in the corresp
onding row. For example, the first item is selected. The target network’s
SSID will be automatically filled into the corresponding box which is shown as the Figure 3-12.
Figure 3-11 AP List
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Figure 3-12
If you know the SSID of the desired AP, you can also input it into the field "Wireless Name of
WISP Station" manually.
4. Click the Next button in Figure 3-12, the Local Wireless AP Setting page will appear as below.
Figure 3-13 Local Wireless AP Setting
Local Wireless Name - Enter a string of up to 32 characters. The same Name (SSID) must
be assigned to all wireless devices in your network. The default SSID is set to be TP-LINK
_xxxxxx(xxxxxx indicates the last unique six characters of each Device'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.
5. Click the Next button in Figure 3-13. You will then see the page as shown in Figure 3-14.
Please click
Setup.
the Reboot button to make your configuration take effect and finish the Quick
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Figure 3-14 Finish
Note:
You may click the Save button to save these settings as a text file for future reference.
3.2.2 Configuration for Router Mode
When you choose Router on Operation Mode page as shown in Figure 3-6 , take the following
steps:
1. Click Next, and then WAN Connection Type page will appear as shown in Figure 3-15.
Figure 3-15 WAN Connection Type
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The Router provides Auto-Detect function and supports three popular ways Dynamic IP,
PPPoE and Static IP 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 continue configuring.
2. 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 WAN 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 3-16. MAC Clone is necessary for most users using Cable Mod
recommended to do this on the MAIN COMPUTER that was originally connected to your
Cable Modem.
em. It's highly
Figure 3-16 MAC Clone
2) If the connection type detected is PPPoE, the next screen will appear as shown in Figure
3-17.
Figure 3-17 Quick Setup - PPPoE
3) If the connection type detected is Static IP, the next screen will appear as shown in
Figure 3-18.
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Figure 3-18 Quick Setup - Static IP
3. Click Next to continue, the Wireless settings page will appear as shown in Figure 3-19.
Figure 3-19 Quick Setup – Wireless
Wireless Network Name (SSID) - Enter a value of up to 32 characters. The same
name of SSID (Service Set Identification) must be assigned to all wireless devices in
your network. Considering your wireless network security, the default SSID is set to be
(XXXXXX indicates the last unique six numbers of each Router’s MAC address). This
value is case-sensitive. For example, TEST is NOT the same as test.
Wireless Security Mode - You can select one of the following security options:
Most Secure(WPA/WPA2-PSK) - Select WPA based on pre-shared passphrase.
Secure（WEP）- Select WEP based on none pre-shared passphrase.
No Security - The wireless security function is disabled. The wireless stations will
be able to connect the Device without encryption.
Wireless Password - Enter an 8 to 63 character alphanumeric pass-phrase. For good
security it should be of enough length and should not be a commonly known phrase.
These settings are only for basic wireless parameters. For advanced settings, please refer to
Section 4.7 Wireless.
4. Click the Next button. You will see the page as shown in Figure 3-20. Please click the
Reboot/Finish button to make your configuratio
n take effect and finish the Quick Setup.
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