TP Link WN821NV4 User Manual
TL-WN821N
300Mbps Wireless N USB Adapter
Rev: 4.0.0 1910010683
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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. Theslimits 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 arcuitci 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 rfoany 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 has been evaluated for use in a typical laptop and should not be used in smaller devices, or devices which cannot provide the 5mm safe distance.
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. End users must follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. This equipment has been SAR-evaluated for use in hand. SAR measurements are based on a 5mm spacing from the body and that compliance is achieved at that distance.
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 berequired to take adequate measures.
Industry Canada Statement:
This device complies with RSS-210of the Industry Canada Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1)This device may not causeharmful interference, and
(2)This device must accept any interference re ceived, 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:
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NCC Notice:
功率或變更原設計之特性及功能。
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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TP-LINK TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
For the following equipment:
Product Description:300Mbps Wireless N USB Adapter
Model No.:TL-WN821N
Trademark:TP-LINK
We declare under our own responsibility that the above products satisfy all the technical regulations applicable to the product with in the scope of Council Directives:
Directives 1999/5/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 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
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Chapter 1 |
Product Overview ................................................................................. |
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Introduction ............................................................................................................. |
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Features.................................................................................................................. |
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Hardware Overview................................................................................................. |
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Installation............................................................................................. |
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Hardware Installation .............................................................................................. |
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Software Installation................................................................................................ |
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Chapter 3 Connect to a Wireless Network ........................................................... |
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To connect using..................................................................................................... |
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To connect using WPS.......................................................................................... |
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3.2.1 PBC (Push Button Configuration) method................................................ |
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PIN method .............................................................................................. |
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To connect using Windows built-in wireless utility................................................. |
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In Windows Vista ...................................................................................... |
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In Windows XP ......................................................................................... |
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Management........................................................................................ |
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Profile |
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Add a profile |
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Modify a profile |
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Delete a profile |
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Advanced .............................................................................................................. |
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4.3 |
About..................................................................................................................... |
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Chapter 5 |
AP Mode .............................................................................................. |
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Chapter 6 |
Uninstall ...............................................................................Software |
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6.1 |
Uninstall .............................................................the utility software from your PC |
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6.2 |
Uninstall ............................................................the driver software from your PC |
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Appendix A: Specifications................................................................................... |
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Appendix B: Glossary............................................................................................ |
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TL-WN821N 300Mbps Wireless N USB Adapter
Package Contents
Please verify that all the package contents below are available.
One TL-WN821N 300Mbps Wireless N USB Adapter
Quick Installation Guide
One USB cable
One Resource CD for TL-WN821N, 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-WN821N 300Mbps Wireless N USB Adapter without any explanation.
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Chapter 1 Product Overview
1.1Introduction
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, higher throughput improvements using MIMO (multiple input, multiple output antennas), the TL-WN821N’s auto-sensing capability allows high packet transfer rate of up to 300Mbps for maximum throughput. It has good capability on anti-jamming, and it can also interoperate with other wireless (802.11b) 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-WN821N is the best choice for easily adding or upgrading wireless connectivity to your desktop.
1.2Features
Complies with IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11b standards
Supports WPA/WPA2 data security, IEEE802.1x authentication, TKIP/AES encryption, WEP encryption
Supports high rate of up to 300Mbps for maximum throughput, supports automatically adjust to lower speeds due to distance or other operating limitations
Provides USB 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
Built-in two internal antennas which are listed in a format of 2x2 for two receivers and two transmitters.
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1.3Hardware Overview
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The adapter's radio has been disabled. |
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When the card failed to connect to a wireless network, the LED may be off. Please choose your network and try to connect again.
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Chapter 2 Installation
2.1Hardware Installation
There are two ways to install the Adapter:
1.Plug the Adapter directly to the USB port on your computer.
2.Connect the Adapter and your computer through the USB cable attached in package.
Note:
The promoted Found New Hardware Wizard screen will pop up when the adapter is installed correctly. Click Cancel.
2.2Software 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-WN821N. 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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2.The InstallShield Wizard window will appear. Click Next to continue.
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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.
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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.
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5.Click Install to continue the setup.
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