TP Link WN822NV3 User Manual

TL-WN821/TL-WN822N/TL-WN823N

300Mbps Wireless N 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 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:

x Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

x Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

x Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the

receiver is connected.

x 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 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

achieved at that distance.

20cm spacing from the body and that compliance is

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

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Safety Information

z 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.

z 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.

z 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: 300Mbps Wireless N USB Adapter

Model No.: TL-WN821/TL-WN822N/TL-WN823N

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 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 60950-1:2006+A11

EN 62311:2008

2009+A1:2010+A12:2011

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 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................................................. 17

3.3.1 In Windows 7............................................................................................ 17

3.3.2 In Windows Vista...................................................................................... 18

3.3.3 In Windows XP......................................................................................... 20

Chapter 4 Management........................................................................................ 23

4.1 Profile .................................................................................................................... 23

4.1.1 Add a profile ............................................................................................. 23

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................................................................................... 34

Appendix B: Glossary............................................................................................ 35

TL-WN821/TL-WN822N/TL-WN823N

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00Mbps Wireless N USB Adapter

Package Contents

Please verify that all the package contents below are available.

¾ One TL-WN821/TL-WN822N/TL-WN823N 300Mbps Wireless N USB Adapter

¾ Quick Installation Guide

¾ One USB cable (not for TL-WN823N)

¾ One Resource CD for TL-WN821/TL-WN822N/TL-WN823N, including:

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

x User Guide

x 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-WN821/TL-WN822N/TL-WN823N

300Mbps Wireless N USB Adapter without any explanation. TL-WN821N, TL-WN822N and

TL-WN823N are sharing this User Guide. For simplicity, we will take TL-WN822N for example

throughout this User Guide. TL-WN821N, TL-WN822N and TL-WN823N just differ in the

appearance, so all figures in this User Guide are those of TL-WN822N.

TL-WN821/TL-WN822N/TL-WN823N 300Mbps Wireless N 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, higher throughput improvements using MIMO (multiple input,

multiple output antennas), the adapter’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 adapter is the best

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

1.2 Features

¾ Complies with IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11b standards

¾ Supports WPA/WPA2 data security, IEEE802.1x authentication, TKIP/AES encryption,

WEP encryption

¾ Supports high rate of up to 300Mbps for maximum throughput, supports automatically

adjust to lower speeds due to distance or other operating limitations

¾ TL-WN822N provides Mini USB interface and TL-WN821N/TL-WN823N provides USB 2.0

interface

¾ Supports Ad Hoc and Infrastructure modes

¾ Good capability on anti-jamming

¾ Supports roaming between access points when configured under Infrastructure mode

¾ Easy to configure and provides monitoring information

¾ Supports Windows XP, Windows Vista and Windows 7

¾ TL-WN822N provides two external antennas which are listed in a format of 2x2 for two

receivers and two transmitters, and TL-WN821N/TL-WN823N provides internal antennas.

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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.

Note:

When the card failed to connect to a wireless network, the LED may be off. Please choose your

network and try to connect again.

The driver has been installed but no data is being transmitted or

received.

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Chapter 2 Installation

2.1 Hardware Installation

1. Locate an available USB interface on your computer.

2. Connect the adapter and your computer with the USB cable contained in the package.

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-WN822N. There will be a menu including: Install Driver&Utility and User

Guide. Click Install Driver&Utility to begin.

TL-WN821/TL-WN822N/TL-WN823N 300Mbps Wireless N USB Adapter

Figure 2-1

2. 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.

TL-WN821/TL-WN822N/TL-WN823N 300Mbps Wireless N USB Adapter

Figure 2-3

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.

Figure 2-4

5. Click Install to continue the setup.

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