TP Link WN725N Users Manual

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150Mbps Wireless N Nano USB Adapter

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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 insta

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.

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

This 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.

llation. If this equipment does

Note: The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by

unauthorized modificat

to operate the equipment.

ions to this equipment. Such modifications could void the user’s authority

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.

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

당해 무선설비는 운용중 전파혼신 가능성이 있음.

NCC Notice

經型式認證合格之低功率射頻電機，非經許可，公司、商號或使用者均不得擅自變更頻率、加大

功率或變更原設計之特性及功能。

低功率射頻電機之使用不得影響飛航安全及干擾合法通信；經發現有干擾現象時，應立即停用，並

改善至無干擾時方得繼續使用。前項合法通信，指依電信法規定作業之無線電通信。低功率射頻電

機須忍受合法通信或工業、科學及醫療用電波輻射性電機設備之干擾。

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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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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

For the following equipment:

Product Description: 150Mbps Wireless N Nano USB Adapter

Model No.: TL-WN725N

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 2006/95/EC, Directives1999/519/EC, Directives

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 V2.2.1:2012

EN 60950-1:2006+A11

EN 62311:2008

2009+A1:2010+A12:2011

2011/65/EU

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 Product Overview ................................................................................. 2

1.1 Introduction ............................................................................................................. 2

1.2 Features .................................................................................................................. 2

1.3 Hardware Overview ................................................................................................. 3

Chapter 2 Installation ............................................................................................. 4

2.1 Hardware Installation .............................................................................................. 4

2.2 Software Installation ................................................................................................ 4

Chapter 3 Connect to a Wireless Network ........................................................... 9

3.1 To connect using TWCU ......................................................................................... 9

3.2 To connect using WPS .......................................................................................... 13

3.2.1 PBC (Push Button Configuration) method ................................................ 13

3.2.2 PIN method .............................................................................................. 15

3.3 To connect using Windows built-in wireless utility ................................................. 18

3.3.1 In Windows 7 ............................................................................................ 18

3.3.2 In Windows Vista ...................................................................................... 20

3.3.3 In Windows XP ......................................................................................... 22

Chapter 4 Management ........................................................................................ 25

4.1 Profile .................................................................................................................... 25

4.1.1 Add a profile ............................................................................................. 25

4.1.2 Modify a profile ......................................................................................... 27

4.1.3 Delete a profile ......................................................................................... 28

4.2 Advanced .............................................................................................................. 28

4.3 About ..................................................................................................................... 29

Chapter 5 AP Mode .............................................................................................. 30

Chapter 6 Uninstall Software ............................................................................... 32

6.1 Uninstall the utility software from your PC ............................................................. 32

6.2 Uninstall the driver software from your PC ............................................................ 33

Appendix A: Specifications ................................................................................... 35

Appendix B: Glossary ............................................................................................ 36

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Package Contents

Please verify that all the package contents below are available.

 One TL-WN725N 150Mbps Wireless N Nano USB Adapter

 Quick Installation Guide

 One resource CD for TL-WN725N, including:

• TP-LINK Wireless Configuration Utility (TWCU) and Drivers

• User Guide

• Other helpful information

Make sure that the above items are contained in the package. If any of the above items are

damaged or missing, please contact your distributor.

Note:

The ‘adapter’ mentioned in this User Guide stands for TL-WN725N 150Mbps Wireless N Nano

USB Adapter without any explanations.

TL-WN725N

150Mbps Wireless N Nano USB Adapter

Chapter 1 Product Overview

1.1 Introduction

The adapter is a 802.11n client device designed to deliver a high-speed and unrivaled wireless

performance for your desktop. With a faster wireless connection, you can get a better Internet

experience, such as downloading, gaming, video streaming.

With the 802.11n technology, the TL-WN725N’s auto-sensing capability allows high packet

transfer rate of up to 150Mbps for maximum throughput. It has good capability on anti-jamming,

and it can also interoperate with other wireless (802.11b/g) products. The adapter supports WEP,

WPA and WPA2 encryption to prevent outside intrusion and protect your personal information

from being exposed.

The adapter is easy to install and manage with the Quick Setup Wizard guiding you step-by-step

through the installation process and the TP-LINK Wireless Configuration Utility instructing you to

quickly set up a wireless connection.

With unmatched wireless performance, reception, and security protection, the TL-WN725N is the

best choice for easily adding or upgrading wireless connectivity to your desktop.

1.2 Features

 Complies with IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11x, IEEE 802.11e,

IEEE 802.11i standards

 Supports WEP, WPA/WPA2, WPA/WPA2-PSK data security, TKIP/AES encryption, 802.1x

Authentication

 Supports high rate of up to 150Mbps for maximum throughput, supports automatically

adjust to lower speeds due to distance or other operating limitations

 Provides USB 2.0 interface

 Supports Ad Hoc and Infrastructure modes

 Good capability on anti-jamming

 Supports roaming between access points when configured under Infrastructure mode

 Easy to configure and provides monitoring information

 Supports Windows XP, Windows Vista and Windows 7

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150Mbps Wireless N Nano USB Adapter

being transmitted or

1.3 Hardware Overview

LED status:

Status Working Status

The driver has not been installed;

Off

The adapter's radio has been disabled.

Flashing Slowly

Flashing Quickly Data is being transmitted or received.

The driver has been installed but no data is

received.

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Chapter 2 Installation

2.1 Hardware Installation

Plug the Adapter directly to the USB port on your computer.

Note:

The prompted Found New Hardware Wizard screen will pop up when the adapter is installed

correctly. Click Cancel.

2.2 Software Installation

The adapter’s Setup Wizard will guide you through the installation procedures for Windows 7,

Windows Vista, and Windows XP. The procedures in different systems are quite similar,

therefore here takes the procedures in Windows 7 for example.

1. Insert the Resource CD into your CD-ROM drive, and the window below will appear. Select

model TL-WN725N. There will be a menu including: Install Driver&Utility and User

Guide. Click Install Driver&Utility to begin.

Figure 2-1

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150Mbps Wireless N Nano USB Adapter

2. Select the language for the the installation from the drop-down list and click OK. The

InstallShield Wizard window will appear. Click Next to continue.

Figure 2-2

3. Choose a setup type. It is recommended to select Install TP-LINK Wireless

Configuration Utility and Driver. Selecting Install Driver Only will only install driver.

Click Next to continue.

Figure 2-3

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150Mbps Wireless N Nano USB Adapter

4. Click Change to specify the destination location for the software or you can leave it default.

Click Next in the screen below to continue.

5. Click Install to continue the setup.

Figure 2-4

Figure 2-5

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150Mbps Wireless N Nano USB Adapter

6. The utility and drivers will install. This may take 1~2 minutes.

Figure 2-6

7. After all the steps above, you will see the screen below. Click Finish to complete the setup.

Figure 2-7

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