TP Link WN823NV2 Users Manual
REV5.0.0
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TL-WN823N
300Mbps Mini Wireless N USB Adapter
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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 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
RF Exposure Information
This device meets the EU requirements (1999/5/EC Article 3.1a) on the limitation of
exposure of the general public to electromagnetic fields by way of health protection.
This device has been tested and meets the ICNIRP exposure guidelines and the European
Standard EN 62209-2. SAR is measured with this device at a separation of 0.5 cm to the
body, while transmitting at the highest certified output power level in all frequency bands of
this device. Carry this device at least 0.5 cm away from your body to ensure exposure levels
remain at or below the as-tested levels.
Canadian Compliance Statement
This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSSs. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions:
3） This device may not cause interference, and
4） This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause
undesired operation of the device.
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils
radio exempts de licence. L’exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes :
5） l’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage;
6） l’utilisateur de l’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, meme si le
brouillage est susceptible d’en compromettre le fonctionnement.
Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with IC 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.
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.
Industry Canada Statement
CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B)
Korea Warning Statements
당해 무선설비는 운용중 전파혼신 가능성이 있음.
NCC Notice
注意！
依據 低功率電波輻射性電機管理辦法
第十二條 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或功能。
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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，指依電信規定作業
之無線電信。低功率射頻電機需忍受合法通信或工業、科學以及醫療用電波輻射性電機設備
之干擾。
減少電磁波影響，請妥適使用。
BSMI Notice
安全諮詢及注意事項
請使用原裝電源供應器或只能按照本產品注明的電源類型使用本產品。
清潔本產品之前請先拔掉電源線。請勿使用液體、噴霧清潔劑或濕布進行清潔。
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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.
Explanation of the symbols on the product label
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Explanation
DC voltage
RECYCLING
This product bears the selective sorting symbol for Waste electrical and electronic
equipment (WEEE). This means that this product must be handled pursuant to
European directive 2012/19/EU in order to be recycled or dismantled to minimize
its impact on the environment.
User has the choice to give his product to a competent recycling organization or to
the retailer when he buys a new electrical or electronic equipment.
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
For the following equipment:
Product Description:
300Mbps Mini Wireless N USB Adapter
Model No.: 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:
Directive 1999/5/EC, Directive 2011/65/EU
The above product is in conformity with the following standards or other normative
documents
EN 300328 V1.9.1
EN 301489-1 V1.9.2 & EN 301489-17 V2.2.1
EN 55022: 2010+AC: 2011
EN 55024: 2010
EN 60950-1: 2006 + A11: 2009 + A1: 2010 + A12: 2011 +A2: 2013
EN 50566：2013/AC:2014
EN 62311: 2008
EN 62209-2: 2010
EN 50581: 2012
The product carries the CE Mark:
Person responsible for making this declaration:
Huang Jing
Regulatory Compliance Manager
Date of issue: 2016-03-21
CONTENTS
Chapter 1 Product Overview ................................................................................. 1
1.1 Introduction ................................................................................................................ 1
1.2 Features ..................................................................................................................... 1
1.3 LED Status ................................................................................................................. 1
Chapter 2 Connect to a Computer ........................................................................ 2
Chapter 3 Windows ................................................................................................ 3
3.1 Install Driver and Utility .............................................................................................. 3
3.2 Join a Wireless Network ............................................................................................ 5
3.2.1 TP-LINK Utility .............................................................................................. 6
3.2.2 WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup)....................................................................... 6
3.2.3 Windows Wireless Utility ............................................................................ 10
3.3 Management ............................................................................................................ 11
3.3.1 Status .......................................................................................................... 11
3.3.2 Profile .......................................................................................................... 12
3.3.3 Advanced .................................................................................................... 14
3.3.4 SoftAP ......................................................................................................... 14
3.3.5 About .......................................................................................................... 16
3.4 Uninstall Driver and Utility ....................................................................................... 16
Chapter 4 Mac OS X ............................................................................................. 17
4.1 Install Driver and Utility ............................................................................................ 17
4.2 Join a Wireless Network .......................................................................................... 21
4.2.1 TP-LINK Utility ............................................................................................ 22
4.2.2 WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup)..................................................................... 23
4.3 Management ............................................................................................................ 26
4.3.1 Link Status .................................................................................................. 27
4.3.2 Profiles ........................................................................................................ 27
4.4 Uninstall Driver and Utility ....................................................................................... 29
Chapter 5 Linux .................................................................................................... 30
Appendix A: Specifications ................................................................................... 31
Appendix B: Glossary ............................................................................................ 32
TL-WN823N
300Mbps Mini Wireless N USB Adapter User Guide
Chapter 1 Product Overview
1.1 Introduction
The TP-LINK TL-WN823N 300Mbps Mini Wireless N USB Adapter connects your notebook or
desktop computer over Wi-Fi to an 11n or other network for applications such as lag-free video
streaming, online gaming, and secure Internet surfing.
1.2 Features
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 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
Provides internal antennas
Supports Windows 8.1/8/7/XP 32/64bit, Mac OS X 10.7 - 10.10, Linux
1.3 LED Status
Status Working Status
The driver has not been installed.
Off
The adapter's radio has been disabled.
Flashing Slowly The driver has been installed but no data is being transmitted or received.
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.
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Chapter 2 Connect to a Computer
1. Locate an available USB interface on your computer.
2. Connect the adapter and your computer with the USB Adapter.
Note:
In Windows XP, a Found New Hardware Wizard window will appear when the adapter is
detected. Please click Cancel.
After connecting your adapter to the computer, please follow the instructions in the appropriate
chapter for your operating system: Windows
, Mac OS X, Linux.
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Chapter 3 Windows
3.1 Install Driver and Utility
The Setup Wizard will guide you through the installation procedures. We use the procedures in
Windows 7 as an example - the procedures may vary slightly for other versions of Windows.
1. Insert the resource CD into your CD drive and run the Autorun.exe from the pop-up
AutoPlay window. Select TL-WN823N and click Install Driver and Utility to begin.
Note:
The CD is included in the package. If your CD does not work or your computer doesn't
support the CD, you can also download the driver and utility from the TP-LINK website
(www.tp-link.com
In some operating systems, the CD screen will pop up automatically. Otherwise, run the CD
manually.
2. The InstallShield Wizard window displays. 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. Click Next.
4. If you want to change install location, click Change to specify the location for the software
installation. Or you can leave it default. Click Next.
5. Click Install. After a few minutes, the installation completes. Click Finish.
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6. TP-LINK utility pops up after installation. Its icon appears on the desktop as
the Windows system tray as
with your adapter. For more guidance, please refer to Join a Wireless Network
. You can use the TP-LINK utility to join a Wi-Fi network
3.2 Join a Wireless Network
and in
.
There are three options of using the adapter to join a Wi-Fi network.
Option 1: TP-LINK Utility
TP-LINK Utility lets you easily connect the adapter to a Wi-Fi network and manage the adapter.
Option 2: WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup)
WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) is a network security standard for easily adding computers and
other devices to a home network. Use this method if your wireless router or access point
supports WPS.
Option 3: Windows Wireless Utility
You can use the Windows WLAN Autoconfig service (for Windows 8.1/8/7) and the Wireless
Zero Configuration service (for Windows XP) to join a Wi-Fi network.
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