TP Link WR902AC User Manual

TL-WR902AC

Rev: 1.0.0

1910011679

AC750 Wireless Travel Router

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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:

• 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 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.

“To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, this grant is applicable to only

Mobile Configurations. The antennas used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a

separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in

conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.”

This device is restricted in indoor environment only.

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.

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.

The device complies with RF specifications when the device used at 20 cm form your body.

National restrictions

Restricted to indoor use.

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.

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 :

1） l’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage;

2） l’utilisateur de l’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, meme si le

brouillage est susceptible d’en compromettre le fonctionnement.

Caution:

1） The device for operation in the band 5150–5250 MHz is only for indoor use to reduce the

potential for harmful interference to co-channel mobile satellite systems;

2） For devices with detachable antenna(s), the maximum antenna gain permitted for devices in

the band 5725-5850 MHz shall be such that the equipment still complies with the e.i.r.p. limits

specified for point-to-point and non-point-to-point operation as appropriate.

Avertissement:

1） Le dispositif fonctionnant dans la bande 5150-5250 MHz est réservé uniquement pour une

utilisation à l’intérieur afin de réduire les risques de brouillage préjudiciable aux systèmes de

satellites mobiles utilisant les mêmes canaux;

2） Le gain maximal d'antenne permis pour les dispositifs avec antenne(s) amovible(s) utilisant

la bande 5725-5850 MHz doit se conformer à la limitation P.I.R.E spécifiée pour l’exploitation

point à point et non point à point, selon le cas.

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

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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。

電磁波曝露量 MPE 標準值 1mW/cm2，本產品使用時建議應距離人體 20cm。

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安全諮詢及注意事項

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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.

 Adapter shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.

 The plug considered as disconnect device of adapter.



packing of this product. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us.

For EU/EFTA, this product can be used in the following countries:

Use only power supplies which are provided by manufacturer and in the original

This product bears the selective sorting symbol for Waste electrical and electronic

European directive 2012/19/EU in order to be recycled or dismantled to minimize

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Explanation of the symbols on the product label

Symbol Explanation

DC voltage

RECYCLING

equipment (WEEE). This means that this product must be handled pursuant to

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.

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 ....................................................................................................................... 3

Chapter 2. Connecting the Router ..................................................................................................... 5

2.1 System Requirements ......................................................................................................... 5

2.2 Installation Environment Requirements .............................................................................. 5

2.3 Connecting the Router ........................................................................................................ 5

2.3.1 Wireless Router Mode ............................................................................................ 5

2.3.2 Hotspot Mode ......................................................................................................... 6

2.3.3 Access Point Mode ................................................................................................. 6

2.3.4 Range Extender Mode ............................................................................................ 7

2.3.5 Client Mode............................................................................................................. 7

Chapter 3. Quick Installation Guide ................................................................................................... 9

3.1 TCP/IP Configuration .......................................................................................................... 9

3.2 Quick Installation Guide .................................................................................................... 11

3.2.1 Wireless Router Mode ..........................................................................................12

3.2.2 Hotspot Mode .......................................................................................................16

3.2.3 Access Point Mode ...............................................................................................19

3.2.4 Range Extender Mode ..........................................................................................22

3.2.5 Client Mode...........................................................................................................25

Chapter 4. Configuration for Wireless Router Mode .....................................................................29

4.1 Login .................................................................................................................................29

4.2 Status ................................................................................................................................30

4.3 Network .............................................................................................................................32

4.3.1 WAN ......................................................................................................................32

4.3.2 MAC Clone ...........................................................................................................41

4.3.3 LAN .......................................................................................................................42

4.4 Wireless 2.4GHz/5GHz .....................................................................................................43

4.4.1 Wireless Settings ..................................................................................................43

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4.4.2 WPS ......................................................................................................................44

4.4.3 Wireless Security ..................................................................................................48

4.4.4 Wireless MAC Filtering .........................................................................................51

4.4.5 Wireless Advanced ...............................................................................................53

4.4.6 Wireless Statistics .................................................................................................54

4.5 DHCP ................................................................................................................................55

4.5.1 DHCP Settings ......................................................................................................56

4.5.2 DHCP Client List ...................................................................................................57

4.5.3 Address Reservation ............................................................................................57

4.6 Forwarding ........................................................................................................................58

4.6.1 Virtual Servers ......................................................................................................59

4.6.2 Port Triggering ......................................................................................................60

4.6.3 DMZ ......................................................................................................................62

4.6.4 UPnP ....................................................................................................................63

4.7 Security .............................................................................................................................64

4.7.1 Basic Security .......................................................................................................64

4.7.2 Advanced Security ................................................................................................66

4.7.3 Local Management ...............................................................................................68

4.7.4 Remote Management ...........................................................................................69

4.8 Parental Control ................................................................................................................70

4.9 Access Control ..................................................................................................................73

4.9.1 Rule ......................................................................................................................73

4.9.2 Host ......................................................................................................................76

4.9.3 Target ....................................................................................................................78

4.9.4 Schedule ...............................................................................................................80

4.10 Advanced Routing .............................................................................................................82

4.10.1 Static Routing List .................................................................................................82

4.10.2 System Routing Table ...........................................................................................83

4.11 Bandwidth Control .............................................................................................................84

4.11.1 Control Settings ....................................................................................................84

4.11.2 Rule List ................................................................................................................84

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4.12 IP & MAC Binding .............................................................................................................86

4.12.1 Binding Setting .....................................................................................................86

4.12.2 ARP List ................................................................................................................88

4.13 Dynamic DNS ....................................................................................................................89

4.13.1 No-IP DDNS .........................................................................................................89

4.13.2 Comexe.cn DDNS ................................................................................................90

4.13.3 Dyndns DDNS ......................................................................................................91

4.14 System Tools .....................................................................................................................92

4.14.1 Working Mode .......................................................................................................92

4.14.2 Time Settings ........................................................................................................93

4.14.3 Diagnostic .............................................................................................................94

4.14.4 Firmware Upgrade ................................................................................................95

4.14.5 Factory Defaults....................................................................................................96

4.14.6 Backup & Restore .................................................................................................97

4.14.7 Reboot ..................................................................................................................97

4.14.8 Password ..............................................................................................................98

4.14.9 System Log ...........................................................................................................98

4.14.10 Statistics ................................................................................................................99

4.15 Logout .............................................................................................................................100

Chapter 5. Configuration for Access Point Mode ........................................................................101

5.1 Login ...............................................................................................................................101

5.2 Status ..............................................................................................................................101

5.3 Operation Mode ..............................................................................................................103

5.4 Network ...........................................................................................................................104

5.4.1 LAN .....................................................................................................................104

5.5 Wireless 2.4GHz/5GHz ...................................................................................................105

5.5.1 Wireless Settings ................................................................................................105

5.5.2 WPS ....................................................................................................................106

5.5.3 Wireless Security ................................................................................................ 111

5.5.4 Wireless MAC Filtering ....................................................................................... 113

5.5.5 Wireless Advanced ............................................................................................. 115

5.5.6 Wireless Statistics ............................................................................................... 11 6

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5.6 DHCP .............................................................................................................................. 11 7

5.6.1 DHCP Settings .................................................................................................... 118

5.6.2 DHCP Client List ................................................................................................. 119

5.6.3 Address Reservation ..........................................................................................120

5.7 System Tools ...................................................................................................................121

5.7.1 Working Mode .....................................................................................................121

5.7.2 Diagnostic ...........................................................................................................122

5.7.3 Firmware Upgrade ..............................................................................................123

5.7.4 Factory Defaults..................................................................................................124

5.7.5 Backup & Restore ...............................................................................................125

5.7.6 Reboot ................................................................................................................125

5.7.7 Password ............................................................................................................126

5.7.8 System Log .........................................................................................................127

5.8 Logout .............................................................................................................................127

Chapter 6. Configuration for Range Extender Mode ...................................................................128

6.1 Login ...............................................................................................................................128

6.2 Status ..............................................................................................................................128

6.3 Operation Mode ..............................................................................................................130

6.4 Network ...........................................................................................................................131

6.4.1 LAN .....................................................................................................................131

6.5 Wireless 2.4GHz/5GHz ...................................................................................................132

6.5.1 Wireless Settings ................................................................................................132

6.5.2 Wireless Security ................................................................................................134

6.5.3 Wireless MAC Filtering .......................................................................................136

6.5.4 Wireless Advanced .............................................................................................138

6.5.5 Wireless Statistics ...............................................................................................139

6.6 DHCP ..............................................................................................................................140

6.6.1 DHCP Settings ....................................................................................................141

6.6.2 DHCP Client List .................................................................................................142

6.6.3 Address Reservation ..........................................................................................143

6.7 System Tools ...................................................................................................................144

6.7.1 Working Mode .....................................................................................................144

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6.7.2 Diagnostic ...........................................................................................................145

6.7.3 Firmware Upgrade ..............................................................................................146

6.7.4 Factory Defaults..................................................................................................147

6.7.5 Backup & Restore ...............................................................................................148

6.7.6 Reboot ................................................................................................................148

6.7.7 Password ............................................................................................................149

6.7.8 System Log .........................................................................................................150

6.8 Logout .............................................................................................................................150

Chapter 7. Configuration for Client Mode .....................................................................................151

7.1 Login ...............................................................................................................................151

7.2 Status ..............................................................................................................................151

7.3 Operation Mode ..............................................................................................................153

7.4 Network ...........................................................................................................................154

7.4.1 LAN .....................................................................................................................154

7.5 Wireless 2.4GHz/5GHz ...................................................................................................155

7.5.1 Wireless Settings ................................................................................................155

7.5.2 Wireless Security ................................................................................................156

7.5.3 Wireless Advanced .............................................................................................158

7.5.4 Wireless Statistics ...............................................................................................159

7.6 DHCP ..............................................................................................................................160

7.6.1 DHCP Settings ....................................................................................................160

7.6.2 DHCP Client List .................................................................................................162

7.6.3 Address Reservation ..........................................................................................162

7.7 System Tools ...................................................................................................................164

7.7.1 Working Mode .....................................................................................................164

7.7.2 Diagnostic ...........................................................................................................165

7.7.3 Firmware Upgrade ..............................................................................................166

7.7.4 Factory Defaults..................................................................................................167

7.7.5 Backup & Restore ...............................................................................................168

7.7.6 Reboot ................................................................................................................168

7.7.7 Password ............................................................................................................169

7.7.8 System Log .........................................................................................................170

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7.8 Logout .............................................................................................................................170

Chapter 8. Configuration for Hotspot Mode .................................................................................171

8.1 Login ...............................................................................................................................171

8.2 Status ..............................................................................................................................172

8.3 Network ...........................................................................................................................174

8.3.1 WAN ....................................................................................................................174

8.3.2 MAC Clone .........................................................................................................183

8.3.3 LAN .....................................................................................................................184

8.4 Wireless 2.4GHz/5GHz ...................................................................................................185

8.4.1 Wireless Settings ................................................................................................185

8.4.2 WPS ....................................................................................................................186

8.4.3 Wireless Security ................................................................................................191

8.4.4 Wireless MAC Filtering .......................................................................................193

8.4.5 Wireless Advanced .............................................................................................195

8.4.6 Wireless Statistics ...............................................................................................196

8.5 DHCP ..............................................................................................................................197

8.5.1 DHCP Settings ....................................................................................................198

8.5.2 DHCP Client List .................................................................................................199

8.5.3 Address Reservation ..........................................................................................199

8.6 Forwarding ......................................................................................................................200

8.6.1 Virtual Servers ....................................................................................................201

8.6.2 Port Triggering ....................................................................................................202

8.6.3 DMZ ....................................................................................................................204

8.6.4 UPnP ..................................................................................................................205

8.7 Security ...........................................................................................................................206

8.7.1 Basic Security .....................................................................................................206

8.7.2 Advanced Security ..............................................................................................208

8.7.3 Local Management .............................................................................................210

8.7.4 Remote Management ......................................................................................... 211

8.8 Parental Control ..............................................................................................................212

8.9 Access Control ................................................................................................................215

8.9.1 Rule ....................................................................................................................215

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8.9.2 Host ....................................................................................................................218

8.9.3 Target ..................................................................................................................220

8.9.4 Schedule .............................................................................................................222

8.10 Advanced Routing ...........................................................................................................224

8.10.1 Static Routing List ...............................................................................................224

8.10.2 System Routing Table .........................................................................................225

8.11 Bandwidth Control ...........................................................................................................226

8.11.1 Control Settings ..................................................................................................226

8.11.2 Rule List ..............................................................................................................226

8.12 IP & MAC Binding ...........................................................................................................228

8.12.1 Binding Setting ...................................................................................................228

8.12.2 ARP List ..............................................................................................................230

8.13 Dynamic DNS ..................................................................................................................231

8.13.1 No-IP DDNS .......................................................................................................231

8.13.2 Comexe.cn DDNS ..............................................................................................232

8.13.3 Dyndns DDNS ....................................................................................................233

8.14 System Tools ...................................................................................................................234

8.14.1 Working Mode .....................................................................................................234

8.14.2 Time Settings ......................................................................................................235

8.14.3 Diagnostic ...........................................................................................................236

8.14.4 Firmware Upgrade ..............................................................................................237

8.14.5 Factory Defaults..................................................................................................238

8.14.6 Backup & Restore ...............................................................................................239

8.14.7 Reboot ................................................................................................................239

8.14.8 Password ............................................................................................................240

8.14.9 System Log .........................................................................................................241

8.14.10 Statistics ..............................................................................................................241

8.15 Logout .............................................................................................................................243

Appendix A: FAQ ...............................................................................................................................244

Appendix B: Configuring the PC .....................................................................................................249

Appendix C: Specifications ..............................................................................................................252

Appendix D: Glossary .......................................................................................................................254

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

Package Contents

The following items should be found in your package:

 One TL-WR902AC AC750 Wireless Travel Router

 Quick Installation Guide

 One RJ-45 Ethernet Cable

 One USB Cable

 One Power Adapter

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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AC750 Wireless Travel Router

Flexible Access Control

Reliable Security Protections

Incredible Speed

Multiple Operation Modes

Chapter 1. Introduction

1.1 Overview of the Router

Small enough to fit in the average pocket, the TL-WR902AC AC750 Wireless Travel Router is

uniquely suited to provide robust wireless networking to travelers, students, or anyone else for

work or play.

TL-WR902AC supports the newest 802.11ac standards, and provides backward compatibility with

older 802.11b/g standards as well. The up-to-750Mbps wireless speed makes it ideal for handling

multiple data streams at the same time, which ensures your network stable and smooth.

The TL-WR902AC AC750 Wireless Travel Router supports five operation modes. Wireless Router

mode creates an instant private wireless network and share Internet to multiple Wi-Fi devices, which is

suitable for most hotel and home network. Hotspot mode accesses the Internet wirelessly in areas

with no wired ISP infrastructure. AP mode includes three sub modes: Access Point, Ranger Extender

and Client. Access Point mode creates a wireless network for Wi-Fi devices. The wireless devices are

exposed to the wired network. Range Extender mode extends your home wireless range by copying

the same wireless name and password. Client mode works as a wireless adapter for any

Ethernet-enabled devices, such as Smart TV, Game Console and PC.

With multiple protection measures, including SSID broadcast control and WiFi protected Access

(W PA2-PSK, WPA-PSK), advanced Firewall protections encryption, as well as wireless LAN

64/128/152-bit WEP, the TL-WR902AC AC750 Wireless Travel Router provides complete data

privacy.

The TL-WR902AC AC750 Wireless Travel Router 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

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this user guide. Before installing the Router, please look through this guide to know all the

Router’s functions.

1.2 Conventions

The Router or TL-WR902AC mentioned in this guide stands for TL-WR902AC AC750 Wireless Travel

Router without any explanation.

Parameters provided in the pictures are just references for setting up the product, which may

differ from the actual situation.

You can set the parameters according to your demand.

1.3 Main Features

 Complies with IEEE 802.11ac

 Wireless speed up to 750Mbps

 Powered by external power adapter or USB connection to computer

 Travel size design, ideal for home or travel use

 Compact and portable, powerful wireless signal as well

 Perfectly compatible with almost all the 2.4GHz and 5GHz Wi-Fi devices

 Supports AP, Router, Range Extender, Hotspot, and Client modes

 Supports WPA/WPA2, WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK, WEP encryptions

1.4 Panel Layout

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：

 LED

LED Status Indication

Power

On The router is on.

Blinking The router is initializing or being upgraded.

Internet

On The Internet is available.

Off The Internet is unavailable.

On The wireless network is enabled.

Wireless

Blinking

The router fails to connect to the host network when in

Repeater or Client Mode.

Off The wireless network is disabled.

On A USB device is connected.

USB

Off No USB device is connected.

The LED light stays for 5 minutes when a WPS

connection is established, then goes off.

WPS

Blinking WPS connection is in progress.

Off No WPS connection is established.

 Mode Switch: This button is used to switch the working mode of the router.

 LAN/WAN: Functions as the LAN port in Hotspot, Range Extender, and Access Point mode.

Functions as the WAN port in Wireless Router mode. As LAN, it connects the Router to the

local PC; as WAN, it enables you connect the DSL/cable Modem, or Ethernet.

 Power: It is used to connect the provided power adapter.

 Reset

It is used to reset the Router to its factory defaults. With the Router powered on, use a

pin to press and hold the Reset button (about 5 seconds) until the LED becomes quick-flash

from slow-flash. And then release the button and wait the Router to reboot to its factory

default settings.

 3G/4G USB: It is used to plug a 3G/4G modem.

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Chapter 2. Connecting the Router

2.1 System Requirements

 Each PC in the LAN needs a working Ethernet Adapter

 TCP/IP protocol must be installed on each PC

 Web browser, such as Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0 or later, Mozilla Firefox, Apple Safari

 If the device is configured to Wireless Router/Access Point mode, you also need 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.)

2.2 Installation Environment Requirements

 Place the Router in a well-ventilated place far from any heater or heating vent

 Place the Router in a location where it can be connected to the various devices as well as to

a power source

 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

Before installing the Router, please make sure your broadband service provided by your ISP is

available. If there is any problem, please contact with your ISP.

Please choose the operation mode you need and carry out the corresponding steps. There are

five operation modes supported by this router: Wireless Router, Hotspot, Access Point, Range

Extender and Client.

2.3.1 Wireless Router Mode

As a wireless router, TL-WR902AC enables multi-user to share a wired (Ethernet) connection to

wireless devices, such as in a hotel room, small office, etc.

The default mode of TL-WR902AC is Wireless Router. On this mode, the wired port LAN/WAN

works as WAN, it can be connected to DSL Modem or directly connected to a wired network with

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an Ethernet cable. And you can plug in a 3G/4G USB modem to obtain a continuous network.

Devices could connect to the router wirelessly.

1. Switch the mode of the router on Share ETH.

2. Connect the router according to the steps A to E in the diagram above.

Tips: Plug in a 3G/4G USB modem with a SIM/UIM card as you need.

2.3.2 Hotspot Mode

In Hotspot mode, TL-WR902AC enables user to create your personal Wi-Fi Hotspot from a public

Wi-Fi network such as in a hotel room, trade show, etc.

On this mode, the LAN port devices share the same IP from public Wi-Fi through Wireless port.

While connecting to public Wi-Fi, the Wireless port works as a WAN port. The LAN/WAN port acts

as a LAN port.

1. Switch the mode of the router on Share Hotspot.

2. Connect the router according to the steps A to C in the diagram above.

2.3.3 Access Point Mode

As the supplement of wired LAN, TL-WR902AC enables the wired LAN to connect to the Internet

wirelessly.

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Connect TL-WR902AC to the power and connect the Ethernet cable correctly, you can surf the

Internet by connecting your PC(s) to the router wirelessly.

On this mode, the wired port LAN/WAN works as LAN. The Pre-encryption function is opened by

default and the default password is the last unique eight numbers of each Router’s MAC address.

1. Switch the mode of the router on AP/Rng Ext/Client.

2. Connect the router according to the steps A to E in the diagram above.

2.3.4 Range Extender Mode

TL-WR902AC is used to extend the range of wireless signal of the existing AP or wireless router.

On this mode, the wired port LAN/WAN works as LAN. Computer could connect to the device by

either wired or wireless way.

1. Switch the mode of the router on AP/Rng Ext/Client.

2. Connect the router according to the steps A to C in the diagram above.

2.3.5 Client Mode

TL-WR902AC is used as a wireless network card to connect the wireless network signal or

wireless router.

On this mode, the wired port LAN/WAN works as LAN.

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1. Switch the mode of the router on AP/Rng Ext/Client.

2. Connect the router according to the steps A to C in the diagram above.

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Chapter 3. Quick Installation Guide

This chapter will show you how to configure the basic functions of your TL-WR902AC AC750

Wireless Travel Router using Quick Setup Wizard within minutes.

3.1 TCP/IP Configuration

The default IP addresses of the TL-WR902AC have two: 192.168.0.254 for AP mode, Range

Extender mode and Client mode, and 192.168.0.1 for Wireless Router mode and HOTSPOT

mode. 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. Here we take “192.168.0.254”

as an example.

Connect the local PC to the LAN port of the Router. And then you can configure the IP address for

your PC as the following steps:

1) 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”.

2) Then the built-in DHCP server will assign IP address for the PC.

Then connect to the Router through wireless connection following the steps below:

1) Click the icon

default SSID of the Router. Click Connect.

at the bottom of your desktop. Click refresh button, and then select the

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2) Enter the Security key. Click OK.

3) If you can see Connected after the default SSID, you’ve successfully connected to the

wireless network.

Note:

1. The default SSID and Password of your Router are on the Wi-Fi Info Card. Both are

2. The pre-encryption function is enabled by default and the default Network key/Security key

case-sensitive.

is the Password on the label.

Now, you can run the Ping command in the command prompt to verify the network connection

between your PC and the Router.

Open a command prompt, and type ping 192.168.0.254, and then press Enter.

 If the result displayed is similar to the figure below, it means the connection between your PC

and the Router has been established well.

 If the result displayed is similar to the figure below, it means the connection between your PC

and the Router has failed.

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Please check the connection following these steps:

1. Is the connection between your PC and the Router correct?

2. Is the TCP/IP configuration for your PC correct?

Note:

If the Router's IP address is 192.168.0.254, your PC's IP address must be within the range of

192.168.0.1 ~ 192.168.0.253.

3.2 Quick Installation Guide

With a Web-based utility, it is easy to configure and manage the TL-WR902AC. 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.

1. To access the configuration utility, open a web-browser and type in the default address

http://tplinkwifi.net in the address field of the browser.

After a moment, a login window will appear. Enter admin for the User Name and Password,

both in lower case letters. Then click the Login button or press the Enter key.

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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 a successful login, you can click the Quick Setup menu to quickly configure your Router.

3.2.1 Wireless Router Mode

When you have switched the mode of the router on Share ETH, take the following steps:

1. Click Next and then WAN Connection Type page will appear as shown below.

The Router supports five popular ways Dynamic IP, Static IP, PPPoE/Russian PPPoE,

L2TP/Russian L2TP and PPTP/Russian PPTP to connect to the Internet. To make sure the

connection type your ISP provides, please refer to the ISP. Make sure the cable is securely

plugged into the WAN port before detection.

 Auto Detect - If you don't know the connection type your ISP provides, use this option to

allow the Quick Setup to search your Internet connection for servers and protocols and

determine your ISP configuration.

 Dynamic IP - Your ISP uses a DHCP service to assign your Router an IP address for

connecting to the Internet. When the Router connects to a DHCP server, or the ISP supplies

you with DHCP connection, please choose this type. If you choose this type of connection,

you can click Next to continue.

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 Static IP - This type of connection uses a permanent, fixed (static) IP address that your ISP

assigned. In this type, you should fill in the IP address, Subnet Mask, Default Gateway, and

DNS IP address manually, which are specified by your ISP. Then click Next to continue.

 PPPoE/Russian PPPoE - For this connection, you will need your account name and

password from your ISP.

If you have applied ADSL to realize Dial-up service, you should choose this type. Under this

condition, you should fill in both the User Name and Password that the ISP supplied. Please

note that these fields are case-sensitive.

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 L2TP/Russian L2TP - For this connection, you will need your account name and password

from your ISP.

If you have applied ADSL to realize Dial-up service, you should choose this type. Under this

condition, you should fill in both the User Name and Password that the ISP supplied. Please

note that these fields are case-sensitive.

 PPTP/Russian PPTP - For this connection, you will need your account name and password

from your ISP.

If you have applied ADSL to realize Dial-up service, you should choose this type. Under this

condition, you should fill in both the User Name and Password that the ISP supplied. Please

note that these fields are case-sensitive.

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2. Then, the Wireless Settings page will appear as shown below. You are recommended to

change the Network Name (SSID) and Password. Then click Next.

3. The Summary page is shown below. Click the Save button to make your wireless

configuration take effect and finish the Quick Setup.

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3.2.2 Hotspot Mode

When you have switched the mode of the router on Share Hotspot, take the following steps:

1. Select your Time Zone, and click Next.

2. Select the WAN Connection Type and click Next.

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