TP Link WA701NDV2 User Guide

TL-WA701ND

150Mbps Wireless N Access Point

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FCC STATEMENT

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

•Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

•Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV technician for help.

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1)This device may not cause harmful interference.

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

Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Note: The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or tv interference caused by unauthorized modifications to this equipment. Such modifications could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement

This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This device and its antenna must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

“To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, this grant is applicable to only Mobile Configurations. The antennas used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.”

CE Mark Warning

This is a class B product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.

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:

Industry Canada Statement:

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 dB 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.

Cet appareil a été conçu pour fonctionner avec les antennes liste ci-dessous, et ayant un maximum un gain de 5 dBi. Antennes pas inclus dans cette liste ou ayant un gain supérieur à 5 dB sont strictement interdit pour une utilisation avec cet appareil. L'impédance d'antenne requise est de

50 ohms.Pour réduire le risque d'interférence aux autres utilisateurs, le type d'antenne et son gain doivent être si choisi que la puissance isotrope rayonnée équivalente (PIRE) ne soit pas supérieure à celle permise pour une communication réussie.

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.

Complies with the Canadian ICES-003Class 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:

NCC Notice:

率或變更原設計之特性及功能。

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TP-LINK TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

For the following equipment:

Product Description: 150Mbps Wireless N Access Point

Model No.: TL-WA701ND

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 V1.9.2:2008& 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	Product Overview..............................................................................................		2
1.2	Conventions ......................................................................................................		2
1.3	Main Features ...................................................................................................		3
1.4	Appearance.......................................................................................................		3
	1.4.1	The Front Panel.................................................................................................	3
	1.4.2	The Rear Panel..................................................................................................	4
Chapter 2	Hardware Installation ...........................................................................		5
2.1	Before You Begin..............................................................................................		5
2.2	Basic Requirements..........................................................................................		5
2.3	Connecting the Device......................................................................................		5
Chapter 3 Quick Installation Guide.......................................................................			7
3.1	Quick Setup ......................................................................................................		7
Chapter 4 Configure the Device..........................................................................			18
4.1	Login ...............................................................................................................		18
4.2	Status..............................................................................................................		19
4.3	Quick Setup ....................................................................................................		20
4.4	Operation Mode ..............................................................................................		20
4.5	WPS................................................................................................................		21
4.6	Network...........................................................................................................		27
4.7	Wireless ..........................................................................................................		28
	4.7.1	Wireless Settings.............................................................................................	28
	4.7.2	Wireless Security.............................................................................................	37
	4.7.3	Wireless MAC Filtering ....................................................................................	46
	4.7.4	Wireless Advanced..........................................................................................	49
	4.7.5	Antenna Alignment ..........................................................................................	50
	4.7.6	Throughput Monitor .........................................................................................	50
	4.7.7	Wireless Statistics............................................................................................	51
4.8	DHCP..............................................................................................................		51
	4.8.1	DHCP Settings.................................................................................................	52
	4.8.2	DHCP Clients List............................................................................................	53
	4.8.3	Address Reservation .......................................................................................	53
4.9	System Tools ..................................................................................................		54
	4.9.1	Time Settings...................................................................................................	55
	4.9.2	Diagnostic ........................................................................................................	56

4.9.3	Ping Watch Dog...............................................................................................	58
4.9.4	Firmware Upgrade...........................................................................................	58
4.9.5	Factory Defaults...............................................................................................	59
4.9.6	Backup & Restore............................................................................................	59
4.9.7	Reboot .............................................................................................................	60
4.9.8	Password .........................................................................................................	61
4.9.9	System Log......................................................................................................	61
4.9.10	Statistics ..........................................................................................................	62
Appendix A: Application Example........................................................................		65
Appendix B: Factory Defaults ...............................................................................		68
Appendix C: Troubleshooting...............................................................................		69
Appendix D: Specifications...................................................................................		73
Appendix E: Glossary ............................................................................................		74

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Package Contents

¾The following items should be found in your package:

¾One TL-WA701ND 150Mbps Wireless N Access Point

¾One Power Injector

¾Ethernet Cable

¾One Power Adapter for TL-WA701ND 150Mbps Wireless N Access Point

¾Quick Installation Guide

¾One Resource CD for TL-WA701ND 150Mbps Wireless N Access Point, including: z This User Guide

z 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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Chapter 1 Introduction

1.1Product Overview

The TL-WA701ND 150Mbps Wireless N Access Point is dedicated to Small Office/Home Office (SOHO) wireless network solutions. It allows for greater range and mobility within your wireless network while also allowing you to connect the wireless devices to a wired environment. Increased mobility and the absence of cabling will be beneficial for your network.

With using IEEE 802.11n wireless technology, your device can transmit wireless data at the rate of up to 150Mbps. With multiple protection measures, including SSID broadcast control and wireless LAN 64/128/152-bit WEP encryption, WiFi protected Access (WPA2PSK, WPAPSK), the TL-WA701ND 150Mbps Wireless N Access Point delivers complete data privacy. This device leverages some 802.11n features to provide improved performance and coverage compared to 802.11a/g devices, and fully interoperates with 802.11n products if they are Wi-Fi CERTIFIED, but it does not conform to all of the requirements in the IEEE specification and is not classified as "n" in the Wi-Fi CERTIFIED program.

It supports an easy, web-based setup for installation and management. Even though you may not be familiar with the Access Point, you can easily configure it with the help of this Guide. Before installing the AP, please look through this Guide to get the full information of the TL-WA701ND 150Mbps Wireless N Access Point.

1.2Conventions

The AP or TL-WA701ND, or device mentioned in this User guide stands for TL-WA701ND 150Mbps Wireless N Access Point without any explanations.

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

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1.3Main Features

¾Wireless speed up to 150Mbps

¾Supports Access Point, Multi-SSID, Client, Repeater Universal Repeater and Bridge with AP modes

¾Up to 4 SSIDs and VLAN support

¾Up to 30 meters (100 feet) of flexible deployment with included Power over Ethernet Injector

¾Easily setup a WPA encrypted secure connection at a push of the WPS button

¾Supports Remote and Web management

¾Backward compatible with 802.11b/g products

1.4Appearance

1.4.1 The Front Panel

Figure 1-1

The front panel of the TL-WA701ND consists of several LED indicators, which is designed to indicate connections. View from left to right, Table 1-1 describes the LEDs on the front panel of the device.

LED Explanation

Name	Status		Indication
	Off	No Power

	On		Power on

	Off	The device has a system error

	On		The device is initialising
	Flashing		The device is working properly
	Off		There is no device linked to the corresponding port
	On		There is a device linked to the corresponding port but no activity

	Flashing		There is an active device linked to the corresponding port
	Off		The Wireless function is disabled
	Flashing		The Wireless function is enabled
	Slow Flash		A wireless device is connecting to the network by WPS function.
	Slow Flash		This process will last in the first 2 minutes.
			This process will last in the first 2 minutes.
	On		A wireless device has been successfully added to the network by
	On		WPS function.
			WPS function.
	Quick Flash		A wireless device failed to be added to the network by WPS
			function.
			Table 1-1

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1.4.2 The Rear Panel

Figure 1-2

Viewed from left to right, the following parts are located on the rear panel of TL-WA701ND.

ON/OFF: The switch for the power.

POWER: The power port connects to the power adapter provided with the TL-WA701ND 150Mbps Wireless N Access Point.

Ethernet: One LAN 10/100Mbps RJ45 port connects to a network device, such as a switch or a router.

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 device and client devices and automatically configure wireless security for your wireless network.

RESET: The Reset button is used to restore the AP’s factory default settings. There are two ways to reset the Access Point’s factory defaults:

zMethod one: With the AP 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 AP to reboot to its factory default settings.

zMethod two: Restore the default settings from “System Tools > Factory Defaults” of the AP's Web-based management page.

Wireless antenna: The external antenna is used to transmit and receive wireless data.

) Note:

Ensure the AP is powered on before it restarts completely.

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Chapter 2 Hardware Installation

2.1Before You Begin

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

For best performance of your wireless network, you are suggested to:

1). Avoid redundant obstacles and interference between the wireless devices.

2). Keep your AP away from appliances with a strong electric field or magnetic field, such as a microwave oven or refrigerator.

Place the AP near the center of the area in which your computers operates.

2.2Basic Requirements

zUse only the power adapter provided with your AP

zThe electrical outlet shall be installed near the device and shall be easily accessible

zPlace your AP in a well ventilated place far from direct sunlight, any heater or heating vent

zLeave at least 2 inches (5cm) space around the device for heat dissipation

zTurn off your AP and unplug the power adapter in a lighting storm to avoid damage

zWeb browser, such as Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0 or above, Netscape Navigator 6.0 or above

zOperating temperature: 0 ~40 (32 ~104 )

zOperating Humidity: 10%~90%RH, Non-condensing

2.3Connecting the Device

Figure 2-1 is an example of the typical application of TL-WA701ND in the infrastructure network. An Infrastructure network contains an access point or a wireless router.

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Figure 2-1 The Example of Infrastructure Network Incorporating the TL-WA701ND

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

1.Connect the Cable or DSL modem to a Router.

2.Locate an optimum location for the AP. The best place is usually near the center of the area in which your PC(s) will wirelessly connect.

3.Adjust the direction of the antenna. Normally, upright is a good direction.

4.Connect the Ethernet Broadband Router to the TL-WA701ND Access Point. Power on the AP.

5.Then you can connect a desktop PC or laptop to your network. (Make sure your computer or laptop is equipped with a Wireless Adapter.)

) Note:

If you are not so clear about how to connect your devices to the network, please refer to Appendix A Application Example.

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Chapter 3 Quick Installation Guide

This chapter will guide you to configure your PC to communicate with the AP and to configure and manage the TL-WA701ND 150Mbps Wireless N Access Point easily with a Web-based utility.

3.1Quick Setup

With a Web-based utility, it is easy to configure and manage the TL-WA701ND 150Mbps Wireless N Access Point. 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.

) Note:

1.When first configure the TL-WA701ND, we suggest that the Local Area Connection of your computer is set as below.

2.If you cannot access the web-based configuration page, you can choose the two methods listed below based on your need:

¾To reconfigure the TL-WA701ND, please refer to T1 in Troubleshooting to reset the product.

¾To change only some certain settings of the TL-WA701ND, please refer to T3 in Troubleshooting to assign a static IP address 192.168.0.100 for your computer.

1.To access the configuration utility, open a web-browser and type in the default address http://192.168.0.254 in the address field of the browser.

Figure 3-1 Login to the AP

After a moment, a login window will appear, similar to the Figure 4-2. Enter admin for the User Name and Password (both in lower case letters). Then click OK or press Enter.

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Figure 3-2 Login Windows

) Note:

If the above screen does not prompt, it means that your web-browser has been set to a proxy. Go to Tools menu>Internet Options>Connections>LAN Settings, in the screen that appears, cancel the Using Proxy checkbox, and click OK to finish it.

2.After successfully logging in, the Quick Setup page will display. Click Next to continue.

Figure 3-3 Quick Setup

) Note:

If you click Exit and choose to manually configure the AP on your own need, please note that the DHCP is enabled during the configuration, it is essential to disable DHCP when all the settings are finished.

3.The Operation Mode page will appear then, shown in Figure 3-4. The TL-WA701ND supports up to five operation modes.

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Figure 3-4 Operation Mode

¾In Access Point mode, the product will act as a wireless central hub for your wireless LAN clients, giving a wireless extension for your current wired network.

¾In Multi-SSID mode, the product can be assigned up to four SSIDs to work with your VLAN.

¾In Repeater(Range Extender) mode, the product can extend the coverage of another wireless Access Point or Router. The universal repeater mode is for the wireless Access Point or Router which does not support WDS function.

¾In Bridge with AP mode, the product can wirelessly connect two or more remote LANs together.

¾In Client mode, the product will act as a wireless adapter to connect your wired devices (e.g. PC, Xbox, PS3, etc. ) to a wireless network.

4.Select the operation mode based on your need.

A.When you choose Access Point mode, the Wireless Setting page will be shown in Figure 3-5.

Figure 3-5 Wireless Settings - Access Point mode

1)Create an easy-to-remember name for your wireless network, write it into Wireless Network Name(SSID).

2)Select Most Secure (WPA/WPA2-PSK) encryption mode and enter a password below to prevent unauthorized access to your AP.

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3)Click Next, you will then come to Network Setting page for furthers configuration.

B. When you choose Multi-SSID mode, the Wireless Setting page will be shown in Figure 3-6.

Figure 3-6 Wireless Settings – Multi-SSID mode

You are suggested to implement Multi-SSID function with a switch that supports Tag VLAN feature.

For advanced configuration of this step, please refer to explanations of this mode in 4.7.1 Wireless Settings.

C.When you choose Repeater(Range Extender) mode, the Wireless Setting page will be shown in Figure 3-7.

Figure 3-7 Wireless Settings – Repeater(Range Extender) mode

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1)Select the Repeater Mode, for example Universal Repeater.

2)Click Survey, then the window displaying a list of available SSIDs will appear in Figure 3-8.

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Figure 3-8 AP List

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3)Find the SSID of the Access Point / Router or WISP, and click Connect in the corresponding row. You will then return to the previous page.

4)Select the security mode and enter the password that is the same as on your router or access point in Figure 3-7.

5)Click Next, you will then come to Network Setting page for furthers configuration.

D.When you choose Bridge with AP mode, the Wireless Setting page will be shown in Figure 3-9.

Figure 3-9 Wireless Settings – Bridge with AP mode

1)Click Survey, then the window displaying a list of available SSIDs will appear in Figure 3-8.

2)Find the SSID of the Access Point / Router or WISP, and click Connect in the corresponding row. You will then return to the page shown in Figure 3-9.

3)Select the security mode and enter the password that is the same as on your router or access point.

4)Click Next in Figure 3-9, then the page below will appear.

You can name the bridge AP in Local Wireless Name. With Use the same security settings for the local wireless network as the root AP selected, the security settings of the wireless network will be the same with the root AP.

Figure 3-10

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) Note:

If you do not select Use the same security settings for the local wireless network as the root AP, the page will be shown as below, you can then separately configure the security settings for the local wireless network.

When the Wireless Security Mode in this page and in Figure 3-9 are both chosen Secure(WEP), the security settings of the local wireless network will/shall keep the same with the root AP.

5)Click Next in Figure 3-10, and you will come to Network Setting page for furthers configuration.

E.When you choose Client mode, the Wireless Setting page will be shown in Figure 3-11.

Figure 3-11 Wireless Settings –Client mode

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1)Click Survey, then the window displaying a list of available SSIDs will appear in Figure 3-8.

2)Find the SSID of the Access Point / Router or WISP, and click Connect in the corresponding row. You will then return to the page shown in Figure 3-11.

3)Select the security mode and enter the password that is the same as on the root AP.

4)Click Next, you will then come to Network Setting page for furthers configuration.

5.When you have configured Wireless Settings in step 4, The Network Setting page will appear then, shown in Figure 3-12. It is recommended that you keep the default settings on this page.

Figure 3-12 Network Settings

) Note:

1.These settings are only for basic wireless parameters, for advanced settings, please refer to Section 4.7 Wireless.

2.To change to another mode, please refer to T3 in Troubleshooting to assign a static IP address 192.168.0.100 for your computer first before logging in the management page.

6.Click the Next button. You will then see the Finish page. Here takes the settings for Access Point mode for example.

¾Because there is something changed of the configuration, you will see the Finish page as shown in Figure 3-13. Check your settings and click Save to save your settings for future reference.

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Figure 3-13 Quick Setup – Finish

Click the Reboot button to make your wireless configuration to take effect and finish the Quick Setup. Wait until the device restarts successfully.

Figure 3-14 Quick Setup – Finish

¾If you don’t make any changes of the configuration, you will see the Finish page as shown in Figure 3-15. Check your settings and click Save to save your settings for future reference. Click the Finish button to finish the Quick Setup.

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Figure 3-15 Quick Setup – Finish

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