TP Link WR842NV3 User Guide
Rev: 4.0.1
191001
TL-WR842N
300Mbps Multi-Function Wireless N Router
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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
For the following equipment:
Product Description: 300Mbps Multi-Function Wireless N Router
Model No.: TL-WR842N
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
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Date of issue: 17/08/2015
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CONTENTS
Package Contents ..................................................................................................... 1
Chapter 1. Introduction ......................................................................................... 2
1.1 Overview of the Router ................................................................................................. 2
1.2 Conventions .................................................................................................................. 3
1.3 Main Features ............................................................................................................... 3
1.4 Panel Layout ................................................................................................................. 4
1.4.1 The Front Panel ................................................................................................ 4
1.4.2 The Rear Panel ................................................................................................. 5
Chapter 2. Connecting the Router ....................................................................... 6
2.1 System Requirements .................................................................................................. 6
2.2 Installation Environment Requirements ........................................................................ 6
2.3 Connecting the Router .................................................................................................. 6
Chapter 3. Quick Installation Guide ..................................................................... 8
3.1 TCP/IP Configuration .................................................................................................... 8
3.2 Quick Installation Guide ................................................................................................ 9
Chapter 4. Configuring the Router .................................................................... 17
4.1 Login ........................................................................................................................... 17
4.2 Status .......................................................................................................................... 17
4.3 Quick Setup ................................................................................................................ 18
4.4 WPS ............................................................................................................................ 19
4.5 Network ....................................................................................................................... 21
4.5.1 WAN ................................................................................................................ 21
4.5.2 MAC Clone ...................................................................................................... 31
4.5.3 LAN ................................................................................................................. 32
4.6 Wireless ...................................................................................................................... 33
4.6.1 Wireless Settings ............................................................................................ 33
4.6.2 Wireless Security ............................................................................................ 36
4.6.3 Wireless MAC Filtering ................................................................................... 38
4.6.4 Wireless Advanced ......................................................................................... 41
4.6.5 Wireless Statistics ........................................................................................... 42
4.7 Guest Network ............................................................................................................ 43
4.7.1 Wireless Settings ............................................................................................ 43
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4.7.2 Storage Sharing .............................................................................................. 44
4.8 DHCP .......................................................................................................................... 45
4.8.1 DHCP Settings ................................................................................................ 46
4.8.2 DHCP Clients List ........................................................................................... 47
4.8.3 Address Reservation ...................................................................................... 47
4.9 VPN ............................................................................................................................. 48
4.9.1 IKE .................................................................................................................. 49
4.9.2 IPsec ............................................................................................................... 50
4.9.3 Security Alliance List ....................................................................................... 52
4.10 USB Settings ............................................................................................................... 53
4.10.1 Storage Sharing .............................................................................................. 54
4.10.2 FTP Server ...................................................................................................... 55
4.10.3 Media Server ................................................................................................... 57
4.10.4 Print Server ..................................................................................................... 60
4.10.5 User Accounts ................................................................................................. 60
4.11 Forwarding .................................................................................................................. 62
4.11.1 Virtual Servers ................................................................................................ 62
4.11.2 Port Triggering ................................................................................................ 64
4.11.3 DMZ ................................................................................................................ 66
4.11.4 UPnP ............................................................................................................... 67
4.12 Security ....................................................................................................................... 68
4.12.1 Basic Security ................................................................................................. 68
4.12.2 Advanced Security .......................................................................................... 70
4.12.3 Local Management ......................................................................................... 71
4.12.4 Remote Management ..................................................................................... 72
4.13 Parental Control .......................................................................................................... 73
4.14 Access Control ............................................................................................................ 76
4.14.1 Rule ................................................................................................................. 77
4.14.2 Host ................................................................................................................. 82
4.14.3 Target .............................................................................................................. 84
4.14.4 Schedule ......................................................................................................... 86
4.15 Advanced Routing ...................................................................................................... 88
4.15.1 Static Routing List ........................................................................................... 88
4.15.2 System Routing Table ..................................................................................... 89
4.16 Bandwidth Control ...................................................................................................... 90
4.16.1 Control Settings .............................................................................................. 90
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4.16.2 Rules List ........................................................................................................ 91
4.17 IP & MAC Binding Setting ........................................................................................... 92
4.17.1 Binding Settings .............................................................................................. 92
4.17.2 ARP List .......................................................................................................... 93
4.18 Dynamic DNS ............................................................................................................. 94
4.18.1 Comexe DDNS ............................................................................................... 94
4.18.2 Dyndns DDNS ................................................................................................. 95
4.18.3 No-IP DDNS .................................................................................................... 96
4.19 IPv6 Support ............................................................................................................... 97
4.19.1 IPv6 Status ...................................................................................................... 98
4.19.2 IPv6 Setup ...................................................................................................... 99
4.20 System Tools ............................................................................................................. 107
4.20.1 Time Setting .................................................................................................. 107
4.20.2 Diagnostic ..................................................................................................... 109
4.20.3 Firmware Upgrade ........................................................................................ 111
4.20.4 Factory Defaults ............................................................................................ 11 2
4.20.5 Backup & Restore ......................................................................................... 112
4.20.6 Reboot ........................................................................................................... 113
4.20.7 Password ...................................................................................................... 114
4.20.8 System Log ................................................................................................... 114
4.20.9 Statistics ........................................................................................................ 117
4.21 Logout ....................................................................................................................... 119
Appendix A: FAQ .................................................................................................. 120
Appendix B: Configuring the PCs ....................................................................... 126
Appendix C: Specifications ................................................................................. 130
Appendix D: Glossary .......................................................................................... 131
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Package Contents
The following items should be found in your package:
TL-WR842N 300Mbps Multi-Function Wireless N Router
DC Power Adapter for TL-WR842N 300Mbps Multi-Function Wireless N Router
Quick Installation Guide
Ethernet Cable
Note:
Make sure that the package contains the above items. If any of the listed items is damaged or
missing, please contact your distributor.
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Simple Installation
Flexible Access Control
Multiple Security Protections
Incredible Speed
Chapter 1. Introduction
1.1 Overview of the Router
The TL-WR842N 300Mbps Multi-Function Wireless N Router integrates 4-port Switch, Firewall,
NAT-Router and Wireless AP. Powered by 2x2 MIMO technology, the 300Mbps Multi-Function
Wireless N Router delivers exceptional range and speed, which can fully meet the need of Small
Office/Home Office (SOHO) networks and the users demanding higher networking performance.
Additionally, the TL-WR842N provides a USB port which supports storage/FTP/Media/Print Server.
The TL-WR842N 300Mbps Multi-Function Wireless N Router provides up to 300Mbps wireless
connection with other 802.11n wireless clients. The incredible speed makes it ideal for handling
multiple data streams at the same time, which ensures your network stable and smooth. The
performance of this 802.11n wireless Router will give you the unexpected networking experience at
speed much faster than 802.11g. It is also compatible with all IEEE 802.11g and IEEE 802.11b
products.
With multiple protection measures, including SSID broadcast control and wireless LAN
64/128/152-bit WEP encryption, Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA2- PSK, WPA- PSK), as well as
advanced Firewall protections, the TL-WR842N 300Mbps Multi-Function Wireless N Router
provides complete data privacy.
The TL-WR842N 300Mbps Multi-Function Wireless N Router provides flexible access control, so
that parents or network administrators can establish restricted access policies for children or staff. It
also supports Virtual Server and DMZ host for Port Triggering, and then the network administrators
can manage and monitor the network in real time with the remote management function.
Since the Router is compatible with virtually all the major operating systems, it is very easy to
manage. Quick Setup Wizard is supported and detailed instructions are provided step by step in
this user guide. Before installing the Router, please look through this guide to know all the
Router’s functions.
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1.2 Conventions
The Router or TL-WR842N mentioned in this guide stands for TL-WR842N 300Mbps Multi-Function
Wireless N Router without any explanation.
1.3 Main Features
Complies with IEEE 802.11n to provide a wireless data rate of up to 450Mbps.
One 10/100M Auto-Negotiation RJ45 Internet port, four 10/100M Auto-Negotiation RJ45 LAN
ports, supporting Auto MDI/MDIX.
Provides USB Port supporting storage/FTP/Media/Print Server.
Provides WPA/WPA2, WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK authentication, TKIP/AES encryption security.
Up to 5 VPN tunnels enable remote VPN connections.
Up to 2 SSIDs support multiple wireless networks with different SSIDs and passwords.
Shares data and Internet access for users, supporting Dynamic IP/Static IP/PPPoE Internet
access.
Supports Virtual Server, Special Application and DMZ host.
Supports UPnP, Dynamic DNS, Static Routing.
Provides Automatic-connection and Scheduled Connection on certain time to the Internet
Built-in NAT and DHCP server supporting static IP address distributing.
Supports Parental Control and Access Control.
Connects Internet on demand and disconnects from the Internet when idle for PPPoE.
Provides 64/128/152-bit WEP encryption security and wireless LAN ACL (Access Control
List).
Supports Flow Statistics.
Supports firmware upgrade and Web management.
Supports Tether App management.
Supports Guest Network.
Supports IPV6 Internet Connection.
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On
The Wireless function is working properly.
The WAN port is connected, but there is no Internet
1.4 Panel Layout
1.4.1 The Front Panel
Figure 1-1 Front Panel sketch
The Router’s LEDs are located on the front panel (View from left to right).
Name Status Indication
Power is off.
connection.
(Power)
(WLAN)
(LAN4-1)
(Internet)
(USB)
Off
On Power is on.
Flash The device is initializing or upgrading.
Off The Wireless function is disabled.
Off No device are connected to the corresponding port.
On A device is connected to the corresponding port.
Off The WAN port is not connected.
Orange
Green The router is connected to the Internet.
Off No storage device or printer is plugged into the USB port.
On A storage device or printer has connected to the USB port.
Slow Flash
(WPS)
On
Quick Flash
A wireless device is connecting to the network by WPS
function. This process will last in the first 2 minutes.
A wireless device has been successfully added to the network
by WPS function.
A wireless device failed to be added to the network by WPS
function.
Table 1-1 The LEDs Description
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POWER
ON/OFF
INTERNET 1 2 3 4 USB
WPS/
RESET
Wi-Fi
→
Note:
After a device is successfully added to the network by WPS function, the WPS LED will keep on
for about 5 minutes and then turn off.
1.4.2 The Rear Panel
Figure 1-2 Rear Panel sketch
The following parts are located on the rear panel (View from left to right).
ON/OFF: The switch of the power.
POWER: The Power socket is where you will connect the power adapter. Please use the
power adapter provided with this TL-WR842N 300Mbps Multi-Function Wireless N Router.
INTERNET: This port is where you will connect the DSL/cable Modem, or Ethernet.
1,2,3,4 (LAN): These ports (1, 2, 3, 4) connect the Router to the local PC(s).
USB: The USB port connects to a USB storage device or a USB printer.
Wi-Fi: With the router powered on, press and hold the Wi-Fi button (approximately 2 seconds)
until the WLAN LED turns on or off.
WPS/RESET: Press this button to quickly establish a connection between the Router and
client devices that support Wi-Fi Protected Setup. Press and hold this button for more than 5
seconds (approximately 8 seconds) to reset the Router.
There are two ways to reset to the Router's factory defaults:
1) Use the Factory Defaults function on “System Tools
Factory Defaults” page in the
Router's Web-based Utility.
2) Use the Factory Default WPS/RESET button: With the Router powered on, use a pin to
press and hold the WPS/RESET button (approximately 8 seconds) until the SYS LED
becomes quick-flash from slow-flash. And then release the button and wait the Router to
reboot to its factory default settings.
Wireless antenna: To receive and transmit the wireless data.
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Chapter 2. Connecting the Router
2.1 System Requirements
Broadband Internet Access Service (DSL/Cable/Ethernet)
One DSL/Cable Modem that has an RJ45 connector (which is not necessary if the Router is
connected directly to the Ethernet.)
PCs with a working Ethernet Adapter and an Ethernet cable with RJ45 connectors
TCP/IP protocol on each PC
Web browser, such as Microsoft Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox or Apple Safari
2.2 Installation Environment Requirements
Place the Router in a well-ventilated place far from any heater or heating vent
Avoid direct irradiation of any strong light (such as sunlight)
Keep at least 2 inches (5 cm) of clear space around the Router
Operating Temperature: 0℃~40℃ (32℉~104℉)
Operating Humidity: 10%~90%RH, Non-condensing
2.3 Connecting the Router
If your Internet connection is through an Ethernet cable from the wall instead of through a DSL /
Cable / Satellite modem, connect the Ethernet cable directly to the router’s Internet port, then
follow steps 4 and 5 to complete the hardware connection.
1. Turn off the modem and remove the backup battery if it has one.
2. Connect the modem to the Internet port on your router with an Ethernet cable.
3. Turn on the modem, and then wait about 2 minutes for it to restart.
4. Turn on the router.
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Figure 2-1 Hardware Installation
5. Verify that the hardware connection is correct by checking these LEDs.
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Chapter 3. Quick Installation Guide
This chapter will show you how to configure the basic functions of your 300Mbps Multi-Function
Wireless N Router using Quick Setup Wizard within minutes.
3.1 TCP/IP Configuration
The default domain name of the Router is http://tplinkwifi.net and the default Subnet Mask is
255.255.255.0. These values can be changed as you desire. In this guide, we use all the default
values for description.
Connect the local PC to the LAN ports of the Router and then you can configure the IP address for
your PC by the following method: 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”. Then the built-in DHCP server will assign IP address for the
PC.
Now, you can run the Ping command in the command prompt to verify the network connection
between your PC and the Router. The following example is in Windows XP.
Open a command prompt, and type ping 192.168.0.1, and then press Enter.
If the result displayed is similar to the Figure 3-1, it means the connection between your PC
and the Router has been established well.
Figure 3-1 Success result of Ping command
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If the result displayed is similar to Figure 3-2, it means the connection between your PC and
the Router failed.
Figure 3-2 Failure result of Ping command
Please check the connection following these steps:
1. Is the connection between your PC and the Router correct?
Note:
The 1/2/3/4 LEDs of LAN ports which you link to on the Router and LEDs on your PC's adapter
should be lit.
2. Is the TCP/IP configuration for your PC correct?
If the Router's IP address is 192.168.0.1, your PC's IP address must be within the range of
192.168.0.2 ~ 192.168.0.254.
3. Is the default LAN IP of the Router correct?
Note:
If the LAN IP of the modem connected with your router is 192.168.0.x, the default LAN IP of the
Router will automatically switch from 192.168.0.1 to 192.168.1.1 to avoid IP conflict. Therefore, in
order to verify the network connection between your PC and the Router, you can open a
command prompt, and type ping 192.168.1.1, and then press Enter.
Note:
3.2 Quick Installation Guide
With a Web-based utility, it is easy to configure and manage the 300Mbps Multi-Function Wireless
N Router. The Web-based utility can be used on any Windows, Macintosh or UNIX OS with a web
browser, such as Microsoft Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox or Apple Safari. However, as the USB
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Settings interface may not be opened with some web browsers, it is strongly recommended that
you use Internet Explorer.
1. To access the configuration utility, open a web-browser and type in the default domain name
http://tplinkwifi.net in the address field.
Figure 3-3 Log in the Router
After a moment, a login window will appear, similar to Figure 3-4. Enter admin for the User
Name and Password, both in lower case letters. Then click the OK button or press the Enter
key.
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.
2. After successful login, the Quick Setup page will appear for you to quickly configure your
router. Click Next.
Figure 3-5 Quick Setup
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Note:
The Router will automatically detect the Internet connection. If the Internet is available, the
Router will direct you to Step 5; otherwise, you need to continue with Step 3.
3. Select Auto-Detect to detect the Internet connection type and then click Next.
Figure 3-6 WAN Connection Type
The router provides Auto-Detect function and supports five types of WAN connection: Dynamic
IP, Static IP, PPPoE/Russian PPPoE, L2TP/Russian L2TP, and PPTP/Russian PPTP. It’s
recommended that you make use of the Auto-Detect function. If you are sure of what kind of
connection type your ISP provides, you can select the very type and click Next to go on
configuring.
4. If you select Auto-Detect, the router will automatically detect the connection type your ISP
provides. Make sure the cable is securely plugged into the Internet port before detection. The
appropriate configuration page will be displayed when an active Internet service is
successfully detected by the router.
1) If the connection type detected is Dynamic IP, there will appear the MAC Clone page (as
shown in Figure 3-7). In most cases, there is no need to clone the MAC address. You can
select “No, I do NOT need to clone MAC address” and then click Next. If it is necessary
in your case, please select “Yes, I need to clone MAC address” and then click Next.
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Figure 3-7 Quick Setup - MAC Clone
2) If the connection type detected is Static IP, the next screen will appear as shown in
Figure 3-8. Configure the following parameters and then click Next to continue.
Figure 3-8 Quick Setup - Static IP
IP Address - This is the WAN IP address as seen by external users on the Internet
(including your ISP). Your ISP will provide you with the IP address you need to enter
here. Enter the IP address into the field.
Subnet Mask - The Subnet Mask is used for the WAN IP address. Your IPS will provide
you with the subnet mask which is usually 255.255.255.0.
Default Gateway - Your ISP will provide you with the Gateway address which is the ISP
server’s address. Enter the gateway IP address into the box if required.
Primary DNS - Enter the DNS Server IP address into the box if required.
Secondary DNS - （Optional） If your ISP provides another DNS server, enter it into this
field.
3) If the connection type detected is PPPoE/Russian PPPoE, the next screen will appear as
shown in Figure 3-9. Configure the following parameters and then click Next to continue.
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Figure 3-9 Quick Setup - PPPoE/Russia PPPoE
User Name/Password - Enter the User Name and Password provided by your ISP.
These fields are case-sensitive. If you have difficulty with this process, please contact
your ISP.
Confirm Password - Enter the password again to make sure that the password is
correct.
Check the radio button of Dynamic/Static IP to activate the secondary connection if your ISP
provides an extra Connection type such as Dynamic/Static IP to connect to a local area
network.
4) If the connection type detected is L2TP/ Russian L2TP, the next screen will appear as
shown in Figure 3-10.Configure the following parameters and then click Next to continue.
Figure 3-10 Quick Setup - PPTP/Russia PPTP
User Name/Password - Enter the User Name and Password provided by your ISP.
These fields are case-sensitive. If you have difficulty with this process, please contact
your ISP.
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Select Static IP if IP Address/ Subnet Mask/ Gateway and DNS server address have been
provided by your ISP. Then please enter server IP address or domain name provided by your
ISP, and also enter the corresponding parameters.
Select Dynamic IP if none of the above parameters are provided. Then you just need to enter
server IP address or domain name provided by your ISP.
5) If the connection type detected is PPTP/Russian PPTP, the next screen will appear as
shown in Figure 3-11. Configure the following parameters and then click Next to continue.
Figure 3-11 Quick Setup - L2TP/Russia L2TP
User Name/Password - Enter the User Name and Password provided by your ISP.
These fields are case-sensitive. If you have difficulty with this process, please contact
your ISP.
Select Static IP if IP Address/ Subnet Mask/ Gateway and DNS server address have been
provided by your ISP. Then please enter server IP address or domain name provided by your
ISP, and also enter the corresponding parameters.
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Select Dynamic IP if none of the above parameters are provided. Then you just need to enter
server IP address or domain name provided by your ISP.
5. Configure the basic parameters for 2.4GHz wireless network in the following screen as
shown in Figure 3-12, and then click Next.
Figure 3-12 Quick Setup - Wireless
Wireless Radio - Displays whether the wireless function is enabled or not.
Wireless Network Name - Also called the SSID (Service Set Identification). Enter a
value of up to 32 characters. The same name must be assigned to all wireless devices
in your network. The default SSID is set to be TP-LINK_XXXX. This value is
case-sensitive. For example, TEST is NOT the same as test.
Wireless Security
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Disable Security - The wireless security function can be enabled or disabled. If
disabled, the wireless stations will be able to connect the router without encryption.
WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK - It’s selected by default, with the default PSK password the
same as the default PIN code.
No Change - If you chose this option, wireless security configuration will not
change!
The above settings are only for basic wireless parameters. For advanced settings, please
check “More Advanced Wireless Settings”, and then you can set the following parameters.
Band - This field displayed the operating frequency being configured.
Mode - This field determines the wireless mode which the router works on.
11bg mixed - Select if you are using both 802.11b and 802.11g wireless clients.
11bgn mixed - Select if you are using a mix of 802.11b, 11g, and 11n wireless
clients.
Channel Width - Select any channel width from the drop-down list. The default setting
is “Auto”, which can adjust the channel width for your clients automatically.
Channel - This field determines which operating frequency will be used. It is not
necessary to change the wireless channel unless you notice interference problems with
another nearby access point. If you select “Auto”, then the AP will select the best
channel automatically.
6. Click the Finish button to complete the Quick Setup.
Figure 3-13 Quick Setup - Finish
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Chapter 4. Configuring the Router
This chapter will show each Web page's key functions and the configuration way.
4.1 Login
After your successful login, you will see the main menus on the left of the Web-based utility. On the
right are the corresponding explanations and instructions.
The detailed explanations for each Web page’s key function are listed below.
4.2 Status
The Status page provides the current status information about the Router. All information is
read-only.
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Figure 4-1 Status
4.3 Quick Setup
Please refer to 3.2 Quick Installation Guide.
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4.4 WPS
This section will guide you to add a new wireless device to an existing network quickly by WPS
(Wi-Fi Protected Setup) function.
Choose menu “WPS”, and you will see the next screen (shown in Figure 4-2 ).
Figure 4-2 WPS
SSID - It display the SSID (Wireless Network Name) of the router.
WPS Status - Enable or disable the WPS function here.
Current PIN - The current value of the Router's PIN is displayed here. The default PIN of the
Router can be found in the label or User Guide.
Restore PIN - Restore the PIN of the Router to its default.
Gen New PIN - Click this button, and then you can get a new random value for the Router's
PIN. You can ensure the network security by generating a new PIN.
Disable PIN of this device - WPS external registrar of entering this device's PIN can be
disabled or enabled manually. If this device receives multiple failed attempts to authenticate
an external Registrar, this function will be disabled automatically.
Add device - You can add a new device to the existing network manually by clicking this
button.
To add a new device:
If the wireless adapter supports Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS), you can establish a wireless
connection between wireless adapter and Router using either Push Button Configuration (PBC)
method or PIN method.
Note:
To build a successful connection by WPS, you should also do the corresponding configuration of
the new device for WPS function meanwhile.
I. Use the Wi-Fi Protected Setup Button
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Use this method if your client device has a Wi-Fi Protected Setup button.
Step 1: Press the WPS/RESET button on the back panel of the Router, as shown in the following
figure.
You can also keep the default WPS Status as Enabled and click the Add device button
in Figure 4-2, then Choose “Press the button of the new device in two minutes” and
click Connect. (Shown in the following figure)
Figure 4-3 Add A New Device
Step 2: Press and hold the WPS button of the client device directly.
Step 3: The Wi-Fi Protected Setup LED flashes for two minutes during the Wi-Fi Protected Setup
process.
Step 4: When the WPS LED is on, the client device has successfully connected to the Router.
Step 5: Refer back to your client device or its documentation for further instructions.
II. Enter the client device’s PIN on the Router
Use this method if your client device has a Wi-Fi Protected Setup PIN number.
Step 1: Keep the default WPS Status as Enabled and click the Add device button in Figure 4-2,
then the following screen will appear.
Figure 4-4 Add A New Device
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Step 2: Enter the PIN number from the client device in the field on the above WPS screen. Then
click Connect button.
Step 3: “Connect successfully” will appear on the screen of Figure 4-4, which means the client
device has successfully connected to the Router.
III. Enter the Router’s PIN on your client device
Use this method if your client device asks for the Router’s PIN number.
Step 1: On the client device, enter the PIN number listed on the Router’s Wi-Fi Protected Setup
screen. (It is also labeled on the bottom of the Router.)
Step 2: The Wi-Fi Protected Setup LED flashes for two minutes during the Wi-Fi Protected
Setup process.
Step 3: When the WPS LED is on, the client device has successfully connected to the Router.
Step 4: Refer back to your client device or its documentation for further instructions.
Note:
1) The WPS LED on the Router will light green for five minutes if the device has been
successfully added to the network.
2) The WPS function cannot be configured if the Wireless Function of the Router is disabled.
Please make sure the Wireless Function is enabled before configuring the WPS.
4.5 Network
Figure 4-5 the Network menu
There are three submenus under the Network menu (shown in Figure 4-5): WAN, MAC Clone
and LAN. Click any of them, and you will be able to configure the corresponding function.
4.5.1 WAN
Choose menu “Network → WAN”, you can configure the IP parameters of the WAN on the
screen below.
1. If your ISP provides the DHCP service, please choose Dynamic IP type, and the Router will
automatically get IP parameters from your ISP. You can see the page as follows (Figure
4-6):
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