Trendnet TPL-430APK, TPL-430AP User's Guide

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Contents

Product Overview ........................................................................... 1

Package Contents .......................................................................................................... 1

Features ......................................................................................................................... 1

Product Hardware Features........................................................................................... 3

TPL-430AP ............................................................................................................ 3

TPL-423E .............................................................................................................. 4

Expanding a Powerline Network ...................................................... 5

Basic Installation ............................................................................................................ 1

Configure your Powerline Access Point ............................................ 3

Access your access point management page ................................................................ 3

Setting up your TPL-430AP ............................................................................................ 4

Connect wireless devices to your powerline access point ............................................ 5

Connect wireless devices using WiFi Clone / WPS ........................................................ 6

Setup .............................................................................................................................. 7

Advanced Wireless ........................................................................................................ 9

Advanced ............................................................................................................. 9

Network ............................................................................................................. 10

Security .............................................................................................................. 10

System ......................................................................................................................... 11

Device Management .......................................................................................... 11

Restore .............................................................................................................. 11

Firmware Update ............................................................................................... 12

Status ........................................................................................................................... 13

Clients ................................................................................................................ 13

Installing your Powerline Adapters ................................................ 14

Before you Install ......................................................................................................... 14

Connect a Powerline adapter to your router .............................................................. 14

Add adapters to your network .................................................................................... 15

Securing your Powerline Network ................................................. 16

Troubleshooting ........................................................................... 17

Technical Specifications ................................................................ 19

Appendix ...................................................................................... 22

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Product Overview

TPL-430AP TPL-430APK

Package Contents

TPL-430AP package includes:

• TPL-430AP

• Quick Installation Guide

• Network cable (1.5 m / 5 ft.)

TPL-430APK package includes:

• TPL-430AP

• TPL-423E

• Quick Installation Guide

• 2 x network cables (1.5 m / 5 ft.)

If any package contents are missing or damaged, please contact the retail store, online retailer, or reseller/distributor from which the product was purchased.

Features

WiFi Everywhere™ Powerline 1200 AV2 Access Point (TPL-430AP) TRENDnet’s WiFi Everywhere™ Powerline 1200 AV2 Access Point, model TPL-430AP,

uses an electrical outlet to create or expand a wireless network. Two Powerline adapters are needed to start a network. Connect one Powerline adapter to the router, and plug the TPL-430AP into a power outlet in another room where WiFi connectivity is needed. The WiFi Clone feature conveniently copies your existing wireless network settings to the TPL-430AP for faster network integration.

WiFi Everywhere™ Powerline 1200 AV2 Wireless Kit (TPL-430APK) TRENDnet’s WiFi Everywhere™ Powerline 1200 AV2 Wireless Kit, model TPL-430APK,

uses an electrical outlet to create or expand a wireless network. Easily install the included TRENDnet Powerline adapters to create a high-speed powerline network. Connect the TPL-423E to the router and plug the TPL-430AP into a power outlet in another room where WiFi connectivity is needed. The WiFi Clone button conveniently copies your existing wireless network settings to the TPL-430AP for faster network integration.

Powerline

Sync Button

Press the Sync button to change existing Powerline encryption keys

Powerline 1200

Powerline 1200 networking over existing electrical lines using all three electrical wires: the live, neutral, and ground wires to achieve faster throughput speeds

Gigabit Ports

Convenient gigabit ports to hardwire computers, smart TVs, or other network enabled devices

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Compatibility

Backward compatible with Powerline 600, 500, and 200 adapters

MIMO with Beamforming Technology

Enhanced performance and range

Multiple Adapters

Use up to 8 adapters on a single Powerline network

Easy Installation

TRENDnet adapters auto-connect out of the box

Wireless

Concurrent Dual Band

AC1200: concurrent 867Mbps WiFi AC + 300Mbps WiFi N bands

Wireless Coverage

Expand your wireless coverage with MIMO antenna technology

Pre-Encrypted

For your convenience, the wireless is pre-encrypted with a unique password

WiFi Clone

Use your router’s WPS button and the TPL-430AP’s WiFi Clone button to conveniently copy your existing wireless network name and password for quick network integration.

* Maximum wireless signal rates are referenced from IEEE 802.11 theoretical specifications. Actual data throughput and coverage will vary depending on interference, network traffic, building materials and other conditions

** 1200 Mbps is the maximum physical Powerline data rate. Data throughput may vary by circuit wire condition overheads. Maximum of 8 adapters (nodes) recommended for streaming video across your network.

*** Powerline networking is limited to the same electrical system. Power strips, GFCI outlets, and AFCI circuit breakers may degrade Powerline signals.

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Product Hardware Features

TPL-430AP

Hardware Power Prongs

Button

Action

Function

Sync

Push then release

Initiate Sync/Connection and generate random network name/key (PL LED will start blinking).

Note: The secondary or additional Powerline adapter’s Sync button must also be pushed within 2 minutes (120 sec) of pushing the Sync button on the first adapter in order to establish connectivity.

Reset

Push/Hold for 1 seconds,

then release

Reset device to factory defaults (WLAN LED will go red). Note: Will reset to the factory default private network

name “HomePlug AV”.

WiFi Clone

WPS

Push/Hold for 10 seconds, then release

Activates WiFi Clone. The 2.4 & 5 GHz LED will blink to indicate WiFI Clone has been successfully activated.

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Link/Reset Button

TPL-423E

Important Note: Please note that the TPL-423E powerline adapter will only be

included when purchasing the WiFi Everywhere™ Powerline 1200 AV2 Wireless Kit, model TPL-430APK.

Front View

• Power Prong – Plugs into an available power outlet.

LED

Color

Sequence

Definition

Power

Green

Solid

Device powered on

N/A

Off

Device powered off

2.4 GHz

Green

Solid

Wireless enabled, data transmitting/receiving

Green

Blinking

WiFi Clone is enabled

N/A

Off

Wireless disabled

5 GHz

Green

Solid

Wireless enabled, data transmitting/receiving

Green

Blinking

WiFi Clone is enabled

N/A

Off

Wireless disabled

DATA

(Powerline)

Green

Solid

Powerline connected (Connection quality is Best)

Blinking

Syncing or Powerline data transmitting/receiving (Connection quality is Best)

Amber

Solid

Powerline connected (Connection quality is Better)

Blinking

Powerline data transmitting/receiving (Connection quality is Better)

Red

Solid

Powerline connected (Connection quality is Good)

Blinking

Powerline data transmitting/receiving (Connection quality is Good)

N/A

Off

Powerline is not synced or connected

LAN Ports

(Ethernet Connection)

Green

Solid

10/20 Mbps, 100/200Mbps, Gigabit (Half/Full Duplex) connected

Blinking

10/20 Mbps, 100/200Mbps, Gigabit (Half/Full Duplex) data transmitting/receiving

N/A

Off

Port disconnected/no Ethernet link

Button

Action

Function

Link / Reset

(see the section Using the Sync Button for instructions)

Link

Push then release

Initiate Link/Connection and generate random network name/key (DATA LED will go off then return to solid after connection is made).

Note: The secondary or additional Powerline

adapter’s Link button must also be pushed within 2

minutes (120 sec) of pushing the Link button on the first adapter in order to establish connectivity.

Reset

Push/Hold for 1 seconds,

then release

Reset device to factory defaults (All LEDs will turn off and turn back on).

Note: Will reset to the factory default private network name “HomePlug AV”.

Network Port

LED Indicators

Sync Button

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• Diagnostic LEDs – Indicates the device status and connectivity.

Note: The following factors may affect the Powerline network’s connection quality:

• Noise – Generated by appliances which use your electrical system (e.g.

Microwaves, ovens, blow dryer, iron, dishwasher, etc.). The quality of your household electrical wiring may also cause additional noise on your electrical system.

• Distance – Long lengths of electrical wiring through your electrical system

between connected Powerline adapters.

Power Saving: The device will automatically reduce power usage when the connected device via Ethernet is powered off, unplugged or inactive for more than 5 minutes. The device will return to active mode when the connected device via Ethernet is powered on and the link is active. Note: This device offers EU compliant Standby mode functionality. To turn off the device, flip the switch to the off position or unplug it from the power outlet.

Expanding a Powerline Network

What is a network?

A network is a group of computers or devices that can communicate with each other. A home network of more than one computer or device also typically includes Internet access, which requires a router.

A typical home network may include multiple computers, a media player/server, a printer, a modem, and a router. A large home network may also have a switch, additional routers, access points, and many Internet-capable media devices such as TVs, game consoles, and Internet cameras.

• Modem – Connects a computer or router to the Internet or ISP (Internet Service

Provider).

• Router – Connects multiple devices to the Internet.

• Switch –Connect several wired network devices to your home network. Your

router has a built-in network switch (the LAN port 1-4). If you have more wired network devices than available Ethernet ports on your router, you will need an additional switch to add more wired connections.

How to expand a home network

Wireless Access Points add or extend wireless connectivity to an existing network. Integrated Powerline technology allows you to further extend your network using your

existing electrical system in your home using multiple powerline adapters.

Where to find more help

In addition to this User’s Guide, you can find help below:

• http://www.trendnet.com/support (documents, downloads, and FAQs are

available from this Web page)

LED

Color

Sequence

Definition

POWER

Green

Device powered on

N/A

Off

Device powered off

LAN

Green

10/20 Mbps, 100/200Mbps, Gigabit (Half/Full Duplex) connected

N/A

Off

Port disconnected/no Ethernet link

DATA

(Powerline)

Green

Powerline connected

Blinking

Syncing or Powerline data transmitting/receiving (Connection quality is Best)

N/A

Off

Powerline is not synced or connected

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Basic Installation

Note: It is recommended to plug the adapters into nearby outlets before installing the devices to the desired locations. Note: If you are connecting the adapters to a third-party powerline device other than TRENDnet and encounter issues, please refer to the manufacturer’s documentation for the

appropriate sync button procedure. Note: The sync button procedure steps below demonstrate using TRENDnet powerline model TPL-423E (included with the WiFi Everywhere™ Powerline 1200 AV2 Wireless Kit only) but the

same procedure applies to TRENDnet powerline models TPL-406E / TPL-407E / TPL-420E / TPL-421E./ TPL-422E / TPL-423E

Connecting the adapters using Powerline

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5. Once you have successfully connected the powerline adapters through the electrical system, you can move the TPL-430AP to the desired location to create or extend wireless connectivity to your existing network.

6. For added security the TPL-430AP has been pre-configured with a unique wireless network name (SSID) and wireless key which can be found on the Preset Wireless Settings sticker or device label. Use these settings to connect your wireless laptops, mobile devices, and other wireless network devices to your network.

Move TPL-430AP to the desired location and connect your wireless network devices

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Configure your Powerline Access Point

Access your access point management page

Note: Your access point management page default IP address http://192.168.10.1 (when the computer is connected directly to TPL-430AP’s LAN port) is accessed through the use of your Internet web browser (e.g. Internet Explorer®, Firefox®, Chrome™, Safari®, Opera™) and will be referenced frequently in this User’s Guide.

1. Plug the device into an available wall power outlet within reach of your computer’s network cable.

2. Connect a network cable from your wireless access point network port into your

computer’s network port.

3. Assign a static IP address to your computer’s network adapter in the subnet of

192.168.10.x (ex. 192.168.10.25) and a subnet mask of 255.255.255.0. (Please refer to the Appendix on page 55 on how to assign static IP address to your computer)

4. Open your web browser and go to IP address http://192.168.10.1 or (when the computer is connected directly to TPL-430AP’s LAN port). Your access point will prompt you for a user name and password.

5. By default, the user name is admin and password is located on the Preset Wireless

Setting Sticker. You can also find the Password on a sticker on the side of the access point and on the device label on the back of the access point. Enter your Username and Password, select your preferred language, and then click Login.

Note: If you have changed the password already such as in the Setup Wizard, you will need to login using the new password.

Default User Name: admin Default Password:

Note: User Name and Password are case sensitive.

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Setting up your TPL-430AP

Setup > Wireless

1. Log into your access point management page

2. Go to Setup and click on Wireless

3. TPL-430AP has pre-configured wireless settings. You can keep the default

settings or change it to your own settings. Click Save to save your settings.

Note: Checking the Use the same SSID and security settings for both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands box, will change the SSID, Wireless security mode, and

wireless password on the 5 GHz band to match the exact same settings inputted on the 2.4 GHz band.

4. Go to System and click on Change password.

5. Configure your own unique login password in the fields below.

Note: As a precaution, it is highly recommended that you change your login password.

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