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TL-WA7210N

2.4GHz 150Mbps Outdoor Wireless Access Point

REV2.0.0

1910010786

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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.

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

NCC Notice & BSMI Notice

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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.

This product can be used in the following countries:

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TP-LINK TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

For the following equipment:

Product Description: 2.4GHz 150Mbps Outdoor Wireless Access Point Model No.: TL-WA7210N

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

The product carries the CE Mark:

Person responsible for marking this declaration:

Yang Hongliang

Product Manager of International Business

Date of issue: 2013

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 Product......................................................................................................		2
1.2	Features .............................................................................................................................		2
1.3	Conventions........................................................................................................................		4
1.4	Panel Layout.......................................................................................................................		4
1.4.1		The Front Panel...........................................................................................................	4
1.4.2		The Rear Panel ...........................................................................................................	5
Chapter 2.		Connecting the Device ..............................................................................................	6
2.1	System Requirements.........................................................................................................		6
2.2	Installation Environment Requirements ...............................................................................		6
2.3	Connecting the Device ........................................................................................................		6
2.3.1		AP Client Router Mode ................................................................................................	7
2.3.2		AP Router Mode ..........................................................................................................	7
2.3.3		Access Point................................................................................................................	8
2.3.4		Multi-SSID...................................................................................................................	8
2.3.5		Repeater and Universal Repeater ................................................................................	9
2.3.6		Bridge with AP.............................................................................................................	9
2.3.7		Client.........................................................................................................................	10
2.ϰ	Installation......................................................................................................................................
Chapter 3.		Quick Installation Guide..........................................................................................	1
3.1	Configure the Device.........................................................................................................		1
3.2	Quick Setup ......................................................................................................................		1
3.2.1		AP Client Router........................................................................................................	1
3.2.2		AP Router..................................................................................................................	1
3.2.3		Access Point..............................................................................................................	2
3.2.4		Multi-SSID.................................................................................................................	2
3.2.5		Repeater (Range Extender) .......................................................................................
3.2.6		Bridge with AP...........................................................................................................	3
3.2.7		Client.........................................................................................................................	3
Chapter 4.		AP & Multi-SSID & Repeater (Range Extender) & Bridge with AP & Client
Operation Mode .............................................................................................................................			40
4.1	Login ................................................................................................................................		4
4.2	Status...............................................................................................................................		4
4.3	Quick Setup ......................................................................................................................		4
4.4	Operation Mode ................................................................................................................		4
4.5	WPS.................................................................................................................................		4


4.6	Network ............................................................................................................................		4
4.6.1		LAN...........................................................................................................................	4
4.7	Wireless............................................................................................................................		4
4.7.1		Wireless Settings.......................................................................................................	4
4.7.2		Wireless Security.......................................................................................................	4
4.7.3		Wireless MAC Filtering ..............................................................................................
4.7.4		Wireless Advanced ....................................................................................................	5
4.7.5		Antenna Alignment ....................................................................................................	5
4.7.6		Distance Setting ........................................................................................................	5
4.7.7		Throughput Monitor ...................................................................................................	5
4.7.8		Wireless Statistics......................................................................................................	5
4.8	DHCP ...............................................................................................................................		5
4.8.1		DHCP Settings ..........................................................................................................	5
4.8.2		DHCP Clients List......................................................................................................	5
4.8.3		Address Reservation .................................................................................................	5
4.9	System Tools ....................................................................................................................		5
4.9.1		SNMP........................................................................................................................	5
4.9.2		Time Settings ............................................................................................................
4.9.3		Diagnostic .................................................................................................................	6
4.9.4		Ping Watch Dog.........................................................................................................	6
4.9.5		Speed Test ................................................................................................................	6
4.9.6		Firmware Upgrade.....................................................................................................	6
4.9.7		Factory Defaults ........................................................................................................	6
4.9.8		Backup & Restore......................................................................................................	6
4.9.9		Reboot ......................................................................................................................	6
4.9.10		Password ..................................................................................................................	6
4.9.11		System log.................................................................................................................	6
4.9.12		Statistics....................................................................................................................	6
Chapter 5.		AP Client Router & AP Router Operation Mode .....................................................
5.1	Login ................................................................................................................................		70
5.2	Status...............................................................................................................................		70
5.3	Quick Setup ......................................................................................................................		72
5.4	Operation Mode ................................................................................................................		72
5.5	WPS.................................................................................................................................		73
5.6	Network ............................................................................................................................		74
5.6.1		WAN..........................................................................................................................	74
5.6.2		MAC Clone................................................................................................................	82
5.6.3		LAN...........................................................................................................................	83


5.7	Wireless............................................................................................................................		83
5.7.1		Wireless Settings.......................................................................................................	84
5.7.2		Wireless Security.......................................................................................................	89
5.7.3		MAC Filtering.............................................................................................................	91
5.7.4		Wireless Advanced ....................................................................................................	93
5.7.5		Antenna Alignment ....................................................................................................	94
5.7.6		Distance Setting ........................................................................................................	94
5.7.7		Throughput Monitor ...................................................................................................	95
5.7.8		Wireless Statistics......................................................................................................	95
5.8	DHCP ...............................................................................................................................		96
5.8.1		DHCP Settings ..........................................................................................................	96
5.8.2		DHCP Clients List......................................................................................................	97
5.8.3		Address Reservation .................................................................................................	98
5.9	Forwarding........................................................................................................................		98
5.9.1		Virtual Servers ...........................................................................................................	99
5.9.2		Port Triggering.........................................................................................................	101
5.9.3		DMZ ........................................................................................................................	102
5.9.4		UPnP.......................................................................................................................	103
5.10	Security ..........................................................................................................................		103
5.10.1		Basic Security..........................................................................................................	104
5.10.2		Advanced Security...................................................................................................	105
5.10.3		Local Management ..................................................................................................	106
5.10.4		Remote Management ..............................................................................................	107
5.11	Parental Control..............................................................................................................		107
5.12	Access Control................................................................................................................		109
5.12.1		Rule.........................................................................................................................	109
5.12.2		Host.........................................................................................................................	111
5.12.3		Target......................................................................................................................	112
5.12.4		Schedule .................................................................................................................	113
5.13	Advanced Routing...........................................................................................................		114
5.13.1		Static Routing List....................................................................................................	114
5.13.2		System Routing Table..............................................................................................	115
5.14	Bandwidth Control...........................................................................................................		116
5.14.1		Control Settings.......................................................................................................	116
5.14.2		Rules List ................................................................................................................	116
5.15	IP & MAC Binding ...........................................................................................................		117
5.15.1		Binding Setting ........................................................................................................	117
5.15.2		ARP List ..................................................................................................................	118

III


5.16	Dynamic DNS .................................................................................................................		119
5.17	System Tools ..................................................................................................................		121
5.17.1		Time Settings ..........................................................................................................	123
5.17.2		Diagnostic ...............................................................................................................	124
5.17.3		Firmware Upgrade...................................................................................................	125
5.17.4		Factory Defaults ......................................................................................................	126
5.17.5		Backup & Restore....................................................................................................	126
5.17.6		Reboot ....................................................................................................................	127
5.17.7		Password ................................................................................................................	127
5.17.8		System log...............................................................................................................	128
5.17.9		Statistics..................................................................................................................	130
Appendix A: FAQ.........................................................................................................................			132
Appendix B: Configuring the PC.................................................................................................			136
Appendix C: Specifications.........................................................................................................			140
Appendix D: Glossary .................................................................................................................			141

TL-WA7210N 2.4GHz 150Mbps Outdoor Wireless Access Point User Guide

Package Contents

The following items should be found in your package:

One TL-WA7210N 2.4GHz 150Mbps Outdoor Wireless Access Point

One power Adapter for TL-WA7210N 2.4GHz 150Mbps Outdoor Wireless Access Point

One Power Injector

Mounting Kits

Quick Installation Guide

One Resource CD for TL-WA7210N 2.4GHz 150Mbps Outdoor Wireless Access Point, including:

This User 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.

TL-WA7210N 2.4GHz 150Mbps Outdoor Wireless Access Point User Guide

Chapter 1. Introduction

1.1Overview of the Product

The TL-WA7210N 2.4GHz 150Mbps Outdoor Wireless Access Point is dedicated to Outdoor wireless network solutions. The TL-WA7210N 2.4GHz 150Mbps Outdoor Wireless Access Point will allow you to connect your network with other wireless devices wirelessly, sharing Internet Access, files and fun, easily and securely. The high power design will also help you build a more stable link or cover more area outdoors.

The TL-WA7210N 2.4GHz 150Mbps Outdoor Wireless Access Point provides 7 operation modes for multi-user to access the Internet: AP Client Router, AP Router, Access Point, Multi-SSID, Repeater (Range Extender), Bridge with AP and Client. In AP Client Router mode, it works as a WISP CPE and can access the Internet wirelessly via your WISP. In AP Router mode, it can access the Internet via an ADSL/Cable Modem, while sharing data wirelessly.

With the most attentive wireless security, the TL-WA7210N 2.4GHz 150Mbps Outdoor Wireless Access Point provides multiple protection measures. It can be set to turn off wireless network name (SSID) broadcast so that only stations that have the SSID can be connected. The AP provides wireless LAN 64/128/152-bit WEP encryption security, and WPA/WPA2 and WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK authentication, as well as TKIP/AES encryption security. It also supports VPN pass-through for sensitive data secure transmission.

The TL-WA7210N 2.4GHz 150Mbps Outdoor Wireless Access Point complies with the IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11g and IEEE 802.11b standards so that the data transmission rate is up to 150Mbps. The wireless transmission range can extend up to tens of kilometers.

1.2Features

Complies with IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u standards.

Wireless Data transfer rates up to 150Mbps.

Supports AP Client Router, AP Router, Access Poiint, Multi-SSID, Repeater (Range Extender), Bridge with AP, Client mode

High output transmit power and receive sensitivity optimized.

Supports Client Router Mode for WISP CPE.

Supports passive power over Ethernet.

Supports Wireless Distribution System (WDS).

ACK timeout adjustment for long range transmission, up to 50km.

Supports Antenna Alignment.

Provides throughput monitor indicating the current wireless throughput.

Supports Layer 2 User Isolation.

Supports Ping Watch Dog.

Supports link speed test.

Supports PPPoE, Dynamic IP, Static IP Internet Access.

Built-in NAT and DHCP server supporting static IP address distributing.

TL-WA7210N 2.4GHz 150Mbps Outdoor Wireless Access Point User Guide

Provides WLAN ACL (Access Control List).

Supports configuration backup/restore and firmware upgrade.

Supports Web management.

Supports Remote Management.

Supports UPnP, Dynamic DNS, Static Routing, VPN Pass-through.

Supports Virtual Server, Special Application and DMZ host.

Built-in firewall supporting IP address filtering, Domain Name filtering, and MAC address filtering.

Supports fixed point to point operation.

Supports built-in antenna.

Provides an external antenna connector, and you can connect an outside antenna to the device.

Please notice that the product is dedicated to point-to-point applications.

Complies with requirement of the 15.247(c)(1)(iii)

TL-WA7210N 2.4GHz 150Mbps Outdoor Wireless Access Point User Guide

1.3Conventions

The AP or TL-WA7210N, or device mentioned in this User guide stands for TL-WA7210N 2.4GHz 150Mbps Outdoor Wireless 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.

1.4Panel Layout

1.4.1 The Front Panel

TL-WA7210N consists of several LED indicators, which is designed to indicate connections and wireless signal.

Figure 1-1 Front Panel sketch

View from left to right.

Name

Status

Indication

Power

Off

No Power

Power on

Off

There is no device linked to the corresponding port

LAN

There is a device linked to the corresponding port but no activity

Flashing

There is an active device linked to the corresponding port

Wireless

Off

There is no remote wireless signal

Client or

Signal

Repeater

Indicates the wireless signal strength of a remote AP

Strength

mode

Table 2-1

 Note:

For Wireless Signal Strength LEDs:

In AP or Bridge mode, all the four LEDs will light up.

In Client or Repeater mode, the corresponding LED(s) will light up when the RSSI value (wireless signal strength value) reaches the RSSI Threshold. The value of RSSI Threshold can be set on Antenna Alignment page as shown in Figure 4-12.

For example, if the RSSI value is 30, the RSSI Threshold of the four LED are 15, 25, 35, 45 respectively, and then the LEDs whose RSSI Threshold are 15 and 25 will light up.

TL-WA7210N 2.4GHz 150Mbps Outdoor Wireless Access Point User Guide

1.4.2 The Rear Panel

Figure 1-2 Rear Panel sketch

View from left to right, the parts are explained below.

: This is where you can connect an outside antenna. For this AP, the antenna is built inside, and usually there is not necessary to connect an outside one.

LAN: This port is used to connect to the POE port of the provided Power Injector.

RESET:

There are two ways to reset the AP's factory defaults:

•Use the Factory Defaults function on System Tools -> Factory Defaults page in the AP's Web-based Utility.

•Use the Factory Default Reset button: Press and hold the RESET button for at least 5 seconds, and then the AP reboots after the LED at the rightmost in Figure 1-1 flashes.

 Note:

Ensure the AP is powered on before it restarts completely.

TL-WA7210N 2.4GHz 150Mbps Outdoor Wireless Access Point User Guide

Chapter 2. Connecting the Device

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 AP Client Router mode, you also need:

Wireless Internet Service Provider (WISP).

If the device is configured to AP Router mode, you also need: Broadband Internet Access Service (DSL/Cable/Ethernet).

One DSL/Cable Modem that has an RJ45 connector (you do not need it if you connect the router to the Ethernet.).

2.2 Installation Environment Requirements

Operating temperature: -30 ~70

Operating Humidity: 10%~90% RH, Non-condensing

2.3 Connecting the Device

To connect the AP, please follow the steps below:

1.Power off your PC, Cable/DSL Modem, and the AP.

2.Locate an optimum location for the AP. The best place is usually at the center of your wireless network. The place must accord with the Installation Environment Requirements.

3.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 seven operation mode supported by this AP: AP Client Router,

AP Router, Access Point, Multi-SSID, Repeater (Range Extender), Bridge with AP and Client.

TL-WA7210N 2.4GHz 150Mbps Outdoor Wireless Access Point User Guide

2.3.1 AP Client Router Mode

Figure 2-1 Hardware Installation of the TL-WA7210N in AP Client Router mode

1.Connect the LAN port of TL-WA7210N to the POE port of the Power Injector with an Ethernet cable.

2.Connect the PC to the LAN port of the Power Injector with an Ethernet cable.

3.Plug one end of the Power Adapter into the DC jack on the Power Injector, and the other end in electrical wall socket.

4.Power on the PC(s) and notebook(s).

2.3.2 AP Router Mode

Figure 2-2 Hardware Installation of the TL-WA7210N in AP Router mode

1.Connect the LAN port of TL-WA7210N to the POE port of the Power Injector with an Ethernet cable.

2.Connect the DSL/Cable Modem to the LAN port of the Power Injector with an Ethernet cable.

3.Plug one end of the Power Adapter into the DC jack on the Power Injector, and the other end in electrical wall socket.

4.Power on the PC(s) and other connected devices (such as the ADSL modem).

 Note:

In this mode, the LAN port of the Power Injector (connected to the LAN port of the Device) works as the WAN port.

TL-WA7210N 2.4GHz 150Mbps Outdoor Wireless Access Point User Guide

2.3.3 Access Point

This operation mode allows wireless stations to access.

Figure 2-3 Hardware Installation of the TL-WA7210N in Access Point mode

1.Connect the LAN port of TL-WA7210N to the POE port of the Power Injector with an Ethernet cable.

2.Connect the LAN port of the Power Injector to the wired network port with an Ethernet cable.

3.Plug one end of the Power Adapter into the DC jack on the Power Injector, and the other end in the electrical wall socket.

4.Power on the notebook(s) and other connected devices (such as the Wired Router).

2.3.4 Multi-SSID

In this mode, AP can support up to 4 SSID.

Figure 2-4 Hardware Installation of the TL-WA7210N in Multi-SSID mode

1.Connect the LAN port of TL-WA7210N to the POE port of the Power Injector with an Ethernet cable.

2.Connect the LAN port of the Power Injector to the wired network port with an Ethernet cable.

3.Plug one end of the Power Adapter into the DC jack on the Power Injector, and the other end in the electrical wall socket.

4.Power on the notebooks and other connected devices (such as the Switch).

TL-WA7210N 2.4GHz 150Mbps Outdoor Wireless Access Point User Guide

2.3.5 Repeater and Universal Repeater

Figure 2-5 Hardware Installation of the TL-WA7210N in (Universal) Repeater mode

1.Connect the LAN port of TL-WA7210N to the POE port of the Power Injector with an Ethernet cable.

2.Plug one end of the Power Adapter into the DC jack on the Power Injector, and the other end in electrical wall socket.

3.Power on the PC(s) and other connected devices (such as the Router).

 Note:

Both Repeater and Universal Repeater modes allow the AP with its own BSS to relay data to a root AP. The wireless repeater relays signal between its stations and the root AP for greater wireless range. However, in Repeater mode, the WDS associated is enabled, while in Universal Repeater mode, the WDS associated is disabled.

2.3.6 Bridge with AP

Two Devices are needed in this mode.

Figure 2-6 Hardware Installation of the TL-WA7210N in Standard AP -- Bridge mode

1.Connect the LAN port of TL-WA7210N to the POE port of the Power Injector with an Ethernet cable.

2.Plug one end of the Power Adapter into the DC jack on the Power Injector, and the other end in electrical wall socket.

3.Power on the PC(s).

TL-WA7210N 2.4GHz 150Mbps Outdoor Wireless Access Point User Guide

 Note:

It is recommended that you connect a PC/notebook to the LAN port of the Device with an Ethernet cable, and then login the Device from the PC/notebook to set the Device in Bridge with AP mode.

2.3.7 Client

Figure 2-7 Hardware Installation of the TL-WA7210N in Client mode

1.Connect the LAN port of TL-WA7210N to the POE port of the Power Injector with an Ethernet cable.

2.Connect the PC to the LAN port of the Power Injector with an Ethernet cable.

3.Plug one end of the Power Adapter into the DC jack on the Power Injector, and the other end in electrical wall socket.

4.Power on the PC(s) and other connected devices (such as the Router).

TL-WA7210N 2.4GHz 150Mbps Outdoor Wireless Access Point User Guide

2.4Installation

1.Locate a suitable mounting site for your CPE. To achieve the best performance of the devices, please select an elevated location where trees, buildings and large steel structures will not obstruct the antenna signals and which offers maximum line-of-sight propagation for the devices.

2.Adjust the direction of your CPE for a best signal. Place the straps through the slots on the back of the CPE and then around the pole. Tighten the straps.

3.Connect one end of an Ethernet cable to the PoE port of the provided PoE and the other end of the Ethernet cable to the LAN port of the CPE. Then, connect the LAN port of the PoE to a PC using another Ethernet cable. Finally, plug the provided power adapter into the DC jack on the PoE, and the other end to a standard electrical wall socket.

4. The connection will be similar to the figure below after the above steps are finished.

TL-WA7210N 2.4GHz 150Mbps Outdoor Wireless Access Point User Guide

5.Turn on all your network devices and then check to see if the LEDs on the AP display normally as the diagram below describes.

 Note:

If the LEDs display abnormally, please check to see if all the cable connectors (power adapter and Ethernet cable) are well connected to your devices.

6.If you use two CPEs to build the network, please make sure that the two CPEs are placed face to face.

TL-WA7210N 2.4GHz 150Mbps Outdoor Wireless Access Point User Guide

Chapter 3. Quick Installation Guide

This Chapter will guide you to configure the AP to function in your network and gain access to the internet through your ISP immediately after successful configuration. More detailed description of the AP’s web-based utility and functions can be found in “Chapter 4 Configuring the AP”

3.1Configure the Device

The instructions in this section will help you configure each of your PCs to be able to communicate with the AP.

The default IP address of the TL-WA7210N 2.4GHz 150Mbps Outdoor Wireless Access Point is 192.168.0.254. And the default Subnet Mask is 255.255.255.0. These values can be seen from the LAN. They can be changed as you desire, as an example we use the default values for description in this guide.

Connect the local PC to the LAN ports of the AP. There are then two ways to configure the IP address for your PC.

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.xxx ("xxx" is from 2 to 253), Subnet Mask is 255.255.255.0

 Note:

If you configure your device by this way, please remember to change the configuration of your PC to the figure as shown below to make your PC connect to the Internet successfully.

Obtain an IP address automatically

This method can be available only when DHCP in section 4.8.1 is enabled.

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.

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2)Power off the AP and PC. Then turn on the AP and restart the PC. The built-in DHCP server will assign IP address for the PC.

 Note:

For Windows 98 OS or earlier, the PC and AP may need to be restarted.

Now, you can run the Ping command in the command prompt to verify the network connection between your PC and the AP. The following example is in Windows 2000 OS.

Open a command prompt, and type ping 192.168.0.254, and then press Enter.

If the result displayed is similar to that shown in Figure 3-1, the connection between your PC and the AP has been established.

Figure 3-1 Success result of Ping command

If the result displayed is similar to that shown in Figure 3-2, it means that your PC has not connected to the AP.

Figure 3-2 Failure result of Ping command

Please check the connection following these steps:

1.Is the connection between your PC and the AP correct?

 Note:

The LED of LAN port you link to on the AP and LEDs on your PC's adapter should be lit.

2.Is the TCP/IP configuration for your PC correct?

 Note:

If the AP's IP address is 192.168.0.254, your PC's IP address must be within the range of 192.168.0.2 ~ 192.168.0.253.

3.2Quick Setup

The following instructions will guide you through a few easy steps to configure your AP and connect to Internet. With a Web-based (Internet Explorer or Netscape® Navigator) utility, it is easy to configure and manage the TL-WA7210N 2.4GHz 150Mbps Outdoor Wireless Access Point. The Web-based utility can be used on any Windows, Macintosh or UNIX OS with a Web browser.

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Open your web browser and enter the IP address of the AP (192.168.0.254) and a login screen will display (shown in Figure 3-3).

Figure 3-3 Login the router

Enter admin for Username and Password (both in lower case letters) on the following login screen. Click OK or press Enter of your keyboard, and the management page will display.

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.

 Note:

If the device has been restored, the Welcome page will appear as shown in Figure 3-5, please read the TERMS OF USE carefully. Then select I agree to these terms of use and click Login to continue.

Figure 3-5 Welcome page

If the User Name and Password are correct, you can configure the AP using the Web browser. Please click the Quick Setup link on the left of the main menu and the Quick Setup screen will appear.

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Figure 3-6 Quick Setup

Click Next, and then Operation Mode page will appear, shown in Figure 3-7:

Figure 3-7 Operation Mode

AP Client Router - In this mode, the device enables multi-users to share Internet from WISP. The LAN port devices share the same IP from WISP through Wireless port. While connecting to WISP, the Wireless port works as a WAN port at AP Client Router mode. The Ethernet port acts as a LAN port.

AP Router - In this mode, the device enables multi-users to share Internet via ADSL/Cable Modem. The wireless port share the same IP to ISP through Ethernet WAN port. The Wireless port acts the same as a LAN port while at AP Router mode.

Access Point - In this mode, the device can be connected to a wired network and transform the wired access into wireless that multiple devices can share together, especially for a home, office or hotel where only wired network is available.

Multi-SSID - In this mode, the device can create up to 4 wireless networks labeled with different SSIDs and assign each SSID with different security or VLAN, especially for the situation when the various access policies and functions are required.

Repeater(Range Extender) - In this mode, the device can copy and reinforce the existing wireless signal to extend the coverage of the signal, especially for a large space to eliminate signal-blind corners.

Bridge with AP - In this mode, the device can be used to combine multiple local networks together to the same one via wireless connections, especially for a home or office where separated networks can't be connected easily together with a cable.

Client - In this mode, the device can be connected to another device via Ethernet port and act as an adaptor to grant your wired devices access to a wireless network, especially for a Smart TV, Media Player, or game console only with an Ethernet port.

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 Note:

When you change the operation mode to Client/Repeater, WPS function will stay disabled. Please manually enable this function if needed when you switch back to Access Point/Multi-SSID/Bridge mode.

3.2.1 AP Client Router

When you choose AP Client Router Mode on Operation Mode page in Figure 3-7 , take the following steps:

1.Click Next in Figure 3-7, and then WAN Connection Type page will appear as shown in Figure 3-8.

Figure 3-8 WAN Connection Type

Dynamic IP- When the Device connects to a DHCP server, or the ISP supplies you with DHCP connection, please choose this type. The Device will get the IP address automatically from the DHCP server or the WISP if you choose the Dynamic IP type.

If you choose Dynamic IP in Figure 3-8 and then click Next, the wireless setting page as in Figure 3-10 will appear.

PPPoE - If you have applied ADSL to realize Dial-up service, you should choose this type. In this condition, you should fill in both the User Name and Password that your ISP supplies.

1)If you choose PPPoE in Figure 3-8 and then click Next, Figure 3-9 will appear.

Figure 3-9 PPPoE

2)Enter the User Name and Password provided by your ISP, then click Next, Figure 3-10 will appear.

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Figure 3-10 WISP Station Setting

Wireless Name of WISP Station - The SSID of the AP your Device 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 - The BSSID of the AP your Device 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 search 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 Device can be used. It may be illegal to use the wireless function of the Device in a region other than one of those specified in this filed. 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, the Note Dialog of TERMS OF USE will pop up. Select I agree to these terms of use, and click Accept to continue.

Note Dialog

Note:

Ensure you select a correct country to comply with local laws. Incorrect settings may cause

interference. Limited to local law of the United States, selecting country code and channel function was disabled.

Transmission Power - The available options of transmission power are determined by the region selected.

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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 Device is going to connect needs password, you need to fill the password in this blank.

Static IP - In this type, you should manually fill in the IP address, Subnet Mask, Default Gateway, and DNS IP address, which are specified by your ISP.

1)If you choose Static IP in Figure 3-8 and then click Next, Figure 3-11 will appear.

Figure 3-11 Static IP

IP Address - This is WAN IP address as seen by external users on the Internet (including your ISP). Enter the IP address into the field.

Subnet Mask - It is used for the WAN IP address, which is usually 255.255.255.0.

Default Gateway - Enter the default gateway in the blank if required.

Primary DNS - Enter the DNS IP address in the blank if required.

Secondary DNS - If your WISP provides another DNS IP address, enter it in this field.

 Note:

The IP parameters should have been provided by your WISP.

2)After you have entered the above necessary parameters and then click Next, the wireless setting page as shown in Figure 3-10 will then appear.

2.Click Survey in Figure 3-10 to scan the wireless networks, then the AP List page will pop up as shown in , choose the target one, click Connect. You will then return to the previous page. If the AP your Device is going to connect needs password, you need to fill the password. Click Next.

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Figure 3-12 AP List

3.The page below will appear. Create a name for the Local Wireless Network. The security settings for the local network will be set the same as your WISP by default. Then click Next.

Figure 3-13 Local Wireless AP Setting

Ticking off Use the same security settings for the local wireless network as the remote WISP station, the page will show as below. You can choose the Wireless Security Mode and fill in Wireless Password for the Local Wireless Network.

Figure 3-14 Local Wireless AP Setting

4.When you have finished the wireless settings above, you will come to the Finish page shown as Figure 3-15. Please check the configurations you have made. If anything is wrong, please go Back to reset. When confirmed, please click Finish/Reboot button in Figure 3-15 to make all the configurations take effect.

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