TP-Link TX401 Installation Guide

Quick Installation Guide

Hardware Connection

10 Gigabit PCI Express

Network Adapter

Images are for demonstration only.

a. Turn o your computer, unplug the power

cable and remove the case panel.

b. Locate an available PCI-E slot and

carefully insert the adapter.

Note:

If the bracket is not suitable for your computer, detach it from the adapter's board and replace it with the low-prole

bracket.

c. Replace the case panel, plug in the

power cable and turn on your computer. Then connect the Ethernet cable to the adapter.

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Driver Installation

LED Indicator

Troubleshooting

a. Insert the CD and run the Autorun.exe.

Note:

� You can also download the driver or check the new release at

https://www.tp-link.com/download-center

� To install driver on Linux, refer to

https://www.tp-link.com/faq-2868.html

b. Select your adapter and follow the

instructions to complete the installation.

Note:

If you can’t install the driver successfully, disable the antivirus software and rewall, then try again.

LED

10G Link

Link

Note:

If neither LED ashes, check whether the adapter is detected by

the computer or the driver is successfully installed.

Status

Flashing:

The adapter is working at 10 Gbps.

O:

No link or the adapter is working at a dierent

speed.

Flashing:

The adapter is working at 5 Gbps/ 2.5 Gbps/ 1 Gbps/100 Mbps.

O:

No link or the adapter is working at a dierent

speed.

Q1: How can I nd the driver if the CD is lost or

broken?

• You can nd and download the driver at

https://www.tp-link.com/download-center

Q2: How can I nd the hardware version of the

adapter?

• The hardware version (Ver:X.Y) is printed on the product label on the package or the adapter. The number X is the hardware version of the adapter.

• For more detailed instructions, please visit

https://www.tp-link.com/faq-46.html

Q3: What should I do if my computer cannot

nd the new hardware?

• Restart your computer and try again.

• Power o the computer, then reinsert the

adapter or try another PCI-E slot.

• If the problem persists, contact our

Technical Support.

Support

For technical support, replacement services, user guides, and other information, please

visit https://www.tp-link.com/support, or simply scan the QR code.

· Do not attempt to disassemble, repair, or modify the device. If you need service, please contact us.

· Keep the device away from water, re, humidity or hot environments.