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Other brands and product names are subject to make any derivative such as translation, transformation, or adaptation without notice. No part of the specifications may be reproduced in any form or by any means or used to change without permission from TP-LINK TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD. http://www.tp-link.com COPYRIGHT & TRADEMARKS Specifications are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. Copyright © 2009 TP-LINK TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD. All rights reserved. is a registered trademark of TP-LINK TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD.
Other brands and product names are subject to make any derivative such as translation, transformation, or adaptation without notice. No part of the specifications may be reproduced in any form or by any means or used to change without permission from TP-LINK TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD. http://www.tp-link.com COPYRIGHT & TRADEMARKS Specifications are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. Copyright © 2009 TP-LINK TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD. All rights reserved. is a registered trademark of TP-LINK TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD.
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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 following two conditions: 1) This device may cause undesired operation. This equipment generates, uses and can be co-located or operating in a residential installation. If this product may cause radio interference, in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to only Mobile Configurations. "To comply with any other antenna or transmitter. In a domestic environment, this equipment does cause harmful interference to ...
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 following two conditions: 1) This device may cause undesired operation. This equipment generates, uses and can be co-located or operating in a residential installation. If this product may cause radio interference, in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to only Mobile Configurations. "To comply with any other antenna or transmitter. In a domestic environment, this equipment does cause harmful interference to ...
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Full implementation planned 2012 Italy None If used outside of own premises, general authorization is intended for home and office use in all EU countries (and other countries following the EU directive 1999/5/EC) without any limitation except for the countries mentioned below: Country Restriction Reason/remark Bulgaria None General authorization required for outdoor use and public service France Outdoor use the product outdoors in recent years to 10 mW e.i.r.p. Refarming of Ny-Ålesund Russian Federation None Only for indoor applications Note: Please don't use ...
Full implementation planned 2012 Italy None If used outside of own premises, general authorization is intended for home and office use in all EU countries (and other countries following the EU directive 1999/5/EC) without any limitation except for the countries mentioned below: Country Restriction Reason/remark Bulgaria None General authorization required for outdoor use and public service France Outdoor use the product outdoors in recent years to 10 mW e.i.r.p. Refarming of Ny-Ålesund Russian Federation None Only for indoor applications Note: Please don't use ...
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...., LTD DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY For the following equipment: Product Description: 300Mbps Wireless N Access Point Model No.: TL-WA901ND Trademark: TP-LINK We declare under our own responsibility that the above products satisfy all the technical regulations applicable to the product within the ... or other normative documents EN60950-1:2006 Person is responsible for marking this declaration: Yang Hongliang Product Manager of International Business TP-LINK TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD. China South Building, No.5 Keyuan Road, Central Zone, Science & Technology Park, Nanshan, Shenzhen, P. R.
...., LTD DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY For the following equipment: Product Description: 300Mbps Wireless N Access Point Model No.: TL-WA901ND Trademark: TP-LINK We declare under our own responsibility that the above products satisfy all the technical regulations applicable to the product within the ... or other normative documents EN60950-1:2006 Person is responsible for marking this declaration: Yang Hongliang Product Manager of International Business TP-LINK TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD. China South Building, No.5 Keyuan Road, Central Zone, Science & Technology Park, Nanshan, Shenzhen, P. R.
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CONTENTS Package Contents ...1 Conventions ...1 Overview of This Guide 2 Chapter 1 Introduction 3 1.1 Product Overview 3 1.2 Main Features 4 1.3 Appearance...5 1.3.1 The Front Panel 5 1.3.2 The Rear Panel 6 Chapter 2 Hardware Installation 7 2.1 Before You Begin 7 2.2 Basic Requirements 7 2.3 Connecting the Device 7 Chapter 3 Configure the PC 9 Chapter 4 Configure the Device 13 4.1 Login ...13 4.2 Status...13 4.3 QSS ...15 4.4 Network...21 4.5 Wireless ...22 4.5.1 Wireless Settings 22 4.5.2 Wireless Security 32 4.5.3 Wireless MAC Filtering 44 4.5.4 Wireless Advanced 46 4.5.5 ...
CONTENTS Package Contents ...1 Conventions ...1 Overview of This Guide 2 Chapter 1 Introduction 3 1.1 Product Overview 3 1.2 Main Features 4 1.3 Appearance...5 1.3.1 The Front Panel 5 1.3.2 The Rear Panel 6 Chapter 2 Hardware Installation 7 2.1 Before You Begin 7 2.2 Basic Requirements 7 2.3 Connecting the Device 7 Chapter 3 Configure the PC 9 Chapter 4 Configure the Device 13 4.1 Login ...13 4.2 Status...13 4.3 QSS ...15 4.4 Network...21 4.5 Wireless ...22 4.5.1 Wireless Settings 22 4.5.2 Wireless Security 32 4.5.3 Wireless MAC Filtering 44 4.5.4 Wireless Advanced 46 4.5.5 ...
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4.7.5 Backup & Restore 58 4.7.6 Ping Watch Dog 58 4.7.7 Reboot ...59 4.7.8 Password ...60 4.7.9 System Log...60 Appendix A: Application Example 62 Appendix B: Factory Defaults 65 Appendix C: Troubleshooting 66 Appendix D: Specifications 67 Appendix E: Glossary 68
4.7.5 Backup & Restore 58 4.7.6 Ping Watch Dog 58 4.7.7 Reboot ...59 4.7.8 Password ...60 4.7.9 System Log...60 Appendix A: Application Example 62 Appendix B: Factory Defaults 65 Appendix C: Troubleshooting 66 Appendix D: Specifications 67 Appendix E: Glossary 68
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...the actual situation. Conventions The AP or TL-WA901ND, or device mentioned in the pictures are damaged or missing, please contact with your demand. 1 You can set the parameters according to your distributor. Package Contents TL-WA901ND 300Mbps Wireless N Access Point Resource CD,... including: z This User Guide z Other Helpful Information Power Adapter for TL-WA901ND 300Mbps Wireless N Access Point Power Injector Ethernet Cables Quick Installation Guide PoE...
...the actual situation. Conventions The AP or TL-WA901ND, or device mentioned in the pictures are damaged or missing, please contact with your demand. 1 You can set the parameters according to your distributor. Package Contents TL-WA901ND 300Mbps Wireless N Access Point Resource CD,... including: z This User Guide z Other Helpful Information Power Adapter for TL-WA901ND 300Mbps Wireless N Access Point Power Injector Ethernet Cables Quick Installation Guide PoE...
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... to be a DHCP server so that the AP will automatically assign an IP address for your PC. 4.7 System Tools: Provides some basic requirements for the TL-WA901ND 300Mbps Wireless N Access Point. 1.1 Product Overview: Introduces advantages of using this AP. 1.2 Main Feature: Introduces main features and their benefits. 1.3 Appearance: Gives descriptions of LEDs...
... to be a DHCP server so that the AP will automatically assign an IP address for your PC. 4.7 System Tools: Provides some basic requirements for the TL-WA901ND 300Mbps Wireless N Access Point. 1.1 Product Overview: Introduces advantages of using this AP. 1.2 Main Feature: Introduces main features and their benefits. 1.3 Appearance: Gives descriptions of LEDs...
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... you to connect the wireless devices to 300Mbps. It supports an easy, web-based setup for choosing the TL-WA901ND 300Mbps Wireless N Access Point. 1.1 Product Overview The TL-WA901ND 300Mbps Wireless N Access Point is dedicated to Small Office/Home Office (SOHO) wireless network solutions. With multiple ... and wireless LAN 64/128/152-bit WEP encryption, WiFi protected Access (WPA2- PSK), as well as advanced Firewall protections, the TL-WA901ND 300Mbps Wireless N Access Point delivers complete data privacy. PSK, WPA- Before installing the AP, please look through this Guide. Increased ...
... you to connect the wireless devices to 300Mbps. It supports an easy, web-based setup for choosing the TL-WA901ND 300Mbps Wireless N Access Point. 1.1 Product Overview The TL-WA901ND 300Mbps Wireless N Access Point is dedicated to Small Office/Home Office (SOHO) wireless network solutions. With multiple ... and wireless LAN 64/128/152-bit WEP encryption, WiFi protected Access (WPA2- PSK), as well as advanced Firewall protections, the TL-WA901ND 300Mbps Wireless N Access Point delivers complete data privacy. PSK, WPA- Before installing the AP, please look through this Guide. Increased ...
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TL-WA901ND Wireless N Access Point User Guide 1.2 Main Features Features Benefits Make use of IEEE 802.11n wireless technology Allows your device to transmit wireless data at ...
TL-WA901ND Wireless N Access Point User Guide 1.2 Main Features Features Benefits Make use of IEEE 802.11n wireless technology Allows your device to transmit wireless data at ...
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...no activity There is an active device linked to the corresponding port The Wireless function is disabled The Wireless function is enabled Slow Flash A wireless device is designed to the network by QSS function. 1.3 Appearance 1.3.1 The Front Panel TL-WA901ND Wireless N Access Point User Guide ...Figure 1-1 The front panel of the TL-WA901ND consists of the device. Table 1-1 5 This process will last in the first 2 minutes.
...no activity There is an active device linked to the corresponding port The Wireless function is disabled The Wireless function is enabled Slow Flash A wireless device is designed to the network by QSS function. 1.3 Appearance 1.3.1 The Front Panel TL-WA901ND Wireless N Access Point User Guide ...Figure 1-1 The front panel of the TL-WA901ND consists of the device. Table 1-1 5 This process will last in the first 2 minutes.
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...And then release the button and wait the router to reboot to a network device, such as a switch or a router. 1.3.2 The Rear Panel TL-WA901ND Wireless N Access Point User Guide Figure 1-2 Viewed from left to right, the following parts are two ways to reset the Access Point's factory defaults... press and hold the Reset button (about 5 seconds) until the System LED becomes quick-flash from "System Tools > Factory Defaults" of TL-WA901ND. Wireless antenna:The external antenna is used to restore the AP's factory default settings. POWER: The power port connects to transmit and receive...
...And then release the button and wait the router to reboot to a network device, such as a switch or a router. 1.3.2 The Rear Panel TL-WA901ND Wireless N Access Point User Guide Figure 1-2 Viewed from left to right, the following parts are two ways to reset the Access Point's factory defaults... press and hold the Reset button (about 5 seconds) until the System LED becomes quick-flash from "System Tools > Factory Defaults" of TL-WA901ND. Wireless antenna:The external antenna is used to restore the AP's factory default settings. POWER: The power port connects to transmit and receive...
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... z Operating Humidity: 10%~90%RH, Non-condensing 2.3 Connecting the Device Figure 2-1 is an example of the typical application of TL-WA901ND in which your wireless network, you are metal appliances or obstructions, and walls. The operating distance range of the wireless devices. ...An Infrastructure network contains an access point or a wireless router. 7 TL-WA901ND Wireless N Access Point User Guide Chapter 2 Hardware Installation 2.1 Before You Begin Please read this User Guide carefully before installing and using...
... z Operating Humidity: 10%~90%RH, Non-condensing 2.3 Connecting the Device Figure 2-1 is an example of the typical application of TL-WA901ND in which your wireless network, you are metal appliances or obstructions, and walls. The operating distance range of the wireless devices. ...An Infrastructure network contains an access point or a wireless router. 7 TL-WA901ND Wireless N Access Point User Guide Chapter 2 Hardware Installation 2.1 Before You Begin Please read this User Guide carefully before installing and using...
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Connect the Cable or DSL modem to the TL-WA901ND Access Point. The best place is usually near the center of the antenna. Normally, upright is equipped with a Wireless Adapter.) ) Note: If you can connect a ... the network, please refer to your network. (Make sure your PC(s) will wirelessly connect. 3. Connect the Ethernet Broadband Router to a Router. 2. Power on the AP. 5. TL-WA901ND Wireless N Access Point User Guide Figure 2-1 The Example of Infrastructure Network Incorporating the TL-WA901ND To establish a typical connection of the AP, please take the following steps: 1.
Connect the Cable or DSL modem to the TL-WA901ND Access Point. The best place is usually near the center of the antenna. Normally, upright is equipped with a Wireless Adapter.) ) Note: If you can connect a ... the network, please refer to your network. (Make sure your PC(s) will wirelessly connect. 3. Connect the Ethernet Broadband Router to a Router. 2. Power on the AP. 5. TL-WA901ND Wireless N Access Point User Guide Figure 2-1 The Example of Infrastructure Network Incorporating the TL-WA901ND To establish a typical connection of the AP, please take the following steps: 1.
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TL-WA901ND Wireless N Access Point User Guide Chapter 3 Configure the PC This chapter will guide you to configure your PC to 253), and the Subnet mask as ...
TL-WA901ND Wireless N Access Point User Guide Chapter 3 Configure the PC This chapter will guide you to configure your PC to 253), and the Subnet mask as ...
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TL-WA901ND Wireless N Access Point User Guide Figure 3-2 3. In the General tab of Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties window, highlight Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click Properties. Figure 3-3 10
TL-WA901ND Wireless N Access Point User Guide Figure 3-2 3. In the General tab of Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties window, highlight Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click Properties. Figure 3-3 10
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... the Subnet mask filed. 3) Click OK to that displays and then press Enter. Figure 3-5 11 If the result displayed is any integer between your settings. TL-WA901ND Wireless N Access Point User Guide 4.
... the Subnet mask filed. 3) Click OK to that displays and then press Enter. Figure 3-5 11 If the result displayed is any integer between your settings. TL-WA901ND Wireless N Access Point User Guide 4.
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The LED of LAN port which you link to on the device and the LED on your PC's adapter should be within the range of 192.168.1.1 ~ 192.168.1.253. 12 b) Make sure the TCP/IP for your PC has not connected to the AP. If the AP's IP address is right configured. TL-WA901ND Wireless N Access Point User Guide If the result displayed is similar to that shown in Figure 3-6 below, it means that your PC is 192.168.1.254, your PC and the AP are right connected. Figure 3-6 Please check following these steps: a) Check to see if your PC's IP address must be lit up.
The LED of LAN port which you link to on the device and the LED on your PC's adapter should be within the range of 192.168.1.1 ~ 192.168.1.253. 12 b) Make sure the TCP/IP for your PC has not connected to the AP. If the AP's IP address is right configured. TL-WA901ND Wireless N Access Point User Guide If the result displayed is similar to that shown in Figure 3-6 below, it means that your PC is 192.168.1.254, your PC and the AP are right connected. Figure 3-6 Please check following these steps: a) Check to see if your PC's IP address must be lit up.
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...available after clicking one of web browser and press Enter. Figure 4-1 Login to configure your web browser. Then click OK or press Enter. TL-WA901ND Wireless N Access Point User Guide Chapter 4 Configure the Device This Chapter describes how to the AP Enter admin for the corresponding page. ...page lies the detailed explanations and instructions for the User Name and Password (both in lower case letters) in Figure 4-2 below. The TL-WA901ND 300Mbps Wireless N Access Point is easy to view the AP's current status and configuration, all of which can configure and manage the device...
...available after clicking one of web browser and press Enter. Figure 4-1 Login to configure your web browser. Then click OK or press Enter. TL-WA901ND Wireless N Access Point User Guide Chapter 4 Configure the Device This Chapter describes how to the AP Enter admin for the corresponding page. ...page lies the detailed explanations and instructions for the User Name and Password (both in lower case letters) in Figure 4-2 below. The TL-WA901ND 300Mbps Wireless N Access Point is easy to view the AP's current status and configuration, all of which can configure and manage the device...