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...South Building, No.5 Keyuan Road, Central Zone, Science & Technology Park, Nanshan, Shenzhen, P. R. TP-LINK TECHNOLOGIES CO., 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 ... 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. TP-LINK TECHNOLOGIES CO., 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 ... 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
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... contains the above items. If any explanations. You can set the parameters according to your distributor. Conventions The AP or TL-WA901ND, or device mentioned in the pictures are just references for TL-WA901ND 300Mbps Wireless N Access Point without any of the listed items are damaged or missing, please contact with your demand. 1 Parameters provided in this...
... contains the above items. If any explanations. You can set the parameters according to your distributor. Conventions The AP or TL-WA901ND, or device mentioned in the pictures are just references for TL-WA901ND 300Mbps Wireless N Access Point without any of the listed items are damaged or missing, please contact with your demand. 1 Parameters provided in this...
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... and long-term use 2.3 Connecting the Device: Introduces steps to configure the IP address of 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 the...
... and long-term use 2.3 Connecting the Device: Introduces steps to configure the IP address of 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 the...
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PSK), as well as advanced Firewall protections, the TL-WA901ND 300Mbps Wireless N Access Point delivers complete data privacy. Even though you may not be beneficial 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. Before installing the AP, please look through this Guide. With multiple protection measures...
PSK), as well as advanced Firewall protections, the TL-WA901ND 300Mbps Wireless N Access Point delivers complete data privacy. Even though you may not be beneficial 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. Before installing the AP, please look through this Guide. With multiple protection measures...
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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 the rate of up to 300Mbps Provides multiple encryption security Types Secures your data while... modes including: z Access Point Makes the AP an ideal solution for your wireless local area network You can create a wireless local area network z Multi-SSID z Client Allows the wireless adapter to access to different LANs appropriate to your needs by connecting to different SSID Wirelessly connects Ethernet devices z...
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 the rate of up to 300Mbps Provides multiple encryption security Types Secures your data while... modes including: z Access Point Makes the AP an ideal solution for your wireless local area network You can create a wireless local area network z Multi-SSID z Client Allows the wireless adapter to access to different LANs appropriate to your needs by connecting to different SSID Wirelessly connects Ethernet devices z...
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... the corresponding port but 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. Quick Flash A wireless device failed to be added to the network by QSS function.... On No Power Power on the front panel of several LED indicators, which is connecting to indicate connections. 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.
... the corresponding port but 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. Quick Flash A wireless device failed to be added to the network by QSS function.... On No Power Power on the front panel of several LED indicators, which is connecting to indicate connections. 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.
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... "System Tools > Factory Defaults" of TL-WA901ND. There are located on the rear panel of the Modem's Web-based management page. ) Note: Ensure the AP is used to transmit and receive wireless data. 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: z Method one: With the AP powered on ...
... "System Tools > Factory Defaults" of TL-WA901ND. There are located on the rear panel of the Modem's Web-based management page. ) Note: Ensure the AP is used to transmit and receive wireless data. 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: z Method one: With the AP powered on ...
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..., Non-condensing 2.3 Connecting the Device Figure 2-1 is an example of the typical application of your AP and unplug the power adapter in the infrastructure network. 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 the equipment.
..., Non-condensing 2.3 Connecting the Device Figure 2-1 is an example of the typical application of your AP and unplug the power adapter in the infrastructure network. 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 the equipment.
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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 antenna. Connect the Ethernet Broadband Router to Appendix A Application Example. 8 Then you can connect a desktop PC or laptop to your network. (Make sure your computer or laptop is equipped with a Wireless Adapter.) ) Note: If you are... location for the AP. Normally, upright is usually near the center of the area in which your devices to the network, please refer to the TL-WA901ND Access Point.
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 antenna. Connect the Ethernet Broadband Router to Appendix A Application Example. 8 Then you can connect a desktop PC or laptop to your network. (Make sure your computer or laptop is equipped with a Wireless Adapter.) ) Note: If you are... location for the AP. Normally, upright is usually near the center of the area in which your devices to the network, please refer to the TL-WA901ND Access Point.
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Click Start (in the same IP Address range without overlap with the AP. Figure 3-1 2. The wireless adapter-equipped computers in your network must be in the lower left corner of the screen), right-click My Network Connections and choose Properties. Connect ....255.0 for your PCs. 1. Manually configure the IP address as 192.168.1.* (* is any integer between 1 to 253), and the Subnet mask as Figure 3-2 below . TL-WA901ND Wireless N Access Point User Guide Chapter 3 Configure the PC This chapter will guide you to configure your PC to the LAN ports on the AP and configure the...
Click Start (in the same IP Address range without overlap with the AP. Figure 3-1 2. The wireless adapter-equipped computers in your network must be in the lower left corner of the screen), right-click My Network Connections and choose Properties. Connect ....255.0 for your PCs. 1. Manually configure the IP address as 192.168.1.* (* is any integer between 1 to 253), and the Subnet mask as Figure 3-2 below . TL-WA901ND Wireless N Access Point User Guide Chapter 3 Configure the PC This chapter will guide you to configure your PC to the LAN ports on the AP and configure the...
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TL-WA901ND Wireless N Access Point User Guide Figure 3-2 3. Figure 3-3 10 In the General tab of Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties window, highlight Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click Properties.
TL-WA901ND Wireless N Access Point User Guide Figure 3-2 3. Figure 3-3 10 In the General tab of Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties window, highlight Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click Properties.
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... in the filed and click OK. 2) Type ping 192.168.1.254 on the screen that shown in Windows XP Operating System. 1) Click Start > Run tab. TL-WA901ND Wireless N Access Point User Guide 4. If the result displayed is similar to keep your PC and the AP has been successfully established. Verify the network connection between your...
... in the filed and click OK. 2) Type ping 192.168.1.254 on the screen that shown in Windows XP Operating System. 1) Click Start > Run tab. TL-WA901ND Wireless N Access Point User Guide 4. If the result displayed is similar to keep your PC and the AP has been successfully established. Verify the network connection between your...
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If the AP's IP address is 192.168.1.254, your PC's IP address must be within the range of LAN port which you link to on the device and the LED on your PC and the AP are right connected. Figure 3-6 Please check following these steps: a) Check to the AP. b) Make sure the TCP/IP for your PC is similar to that shown in Figure 3-6 below, it means that your PC has not connected to see if your PC's adapter should be lit up. TL-WA901ND Wireless N Access Point User Guide If the result displayed is right configured. The LED of 192.168.1.1 ~ 192.168.1.253. 12
If the AP's IP address is 192.168.1.254, your PC's IP address must be within the range of LAN port which you link to on the device and the LED on your PC and the AP are right connected. Figure 3-6 Please check following these steps: a) Check to the AP. b) Make sure the TCP/IP for your PC is similar to that shown in Figure 3-6 below, it means that your PC has not connected to see if your PC's adapter should be lit up. TL-WA901ND Wireless N Access Point User Guide If the result displayed is right configured. The LED of 192.168.1.1 ~ 192.168.1.253. 12
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TL-WA901ND Wireless N Access Point User Guide Chapter 4 Configure the Device This Chapter describes how to configure your web browser. Figure 4-1 ...or UNIX OS with a web browser. 4.1 Login Open your Access Point via the web-based management page. Submenus will enable you can be available after clicking one of the web-based management page: Status, QSS, Network, Wireless, DHCP and System Tools. Figure 4-2 Login Windows ) Note...in lower case letters) in the address field of which can configure and manage the device. The TL-WA901ND 300Mbps Wireless N Access Point is read-only. 13
TL-WA901ND Wireless N Access Point User Guide Chapter 4 Configure the Device This Chapter describes how to configure your web browser. Figure 4-1 ...or UNIX OS with a web browser. 4.1 Login Open your Access Point via the web-based management page. Submenus will enable you can be available after clicking one of the web-based management page: Status, QSS, Network, Wireless, DHCP and System Tools. Figure 4-2 Login Windows ) Note...in lower case letters) in the address field of which can configure and manage the device. The TL-WA901ND 300Mbps Wireless N Access Point is read-only. 13
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... 14 This field displays basic information or status for the Network, including the MAC address, IP address and Subnet Mask. ¾ Wireless - TL-WA901ND Wireless N Access Point User Guide Figure 4-3 Device Status ¾ Firmware Version - This filed displays the run time of the AP. ¾ Hardware ...Version - This field displays the current hardware version of the AP ¾ Wired - This field displays the current settings or information for wireless function, including Operating Mode, SSID, Channel, Mode, Channel Width, Max Tx Rate and MAC Address. ¾ Traffic Statistics - This...
... 14 This field displays basic information or status for the Network, including the MAC address, IP address and Subnet Mask. ¾ Wireless - TL-WA901ND Wireless N Access Point User Guide Figure 4-3 Device Status ¾ Firmware Version - This filed displays the run time of the AP. ¾ Hardware ...Version - This field displays the current hardware version of the AP ¾ Wired - This field displays the current settings or information for wireless function, including Operating Mode, SSID, Channel, Mode, Channel Width, Max Tx Rate and MAC Address. ¾ Traffic Statistics - This...
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...; Operation Mode - Here we take the Access Point mode for the device's PIN. This section will see the next screen shown in Figure 4-4. Displays the current operation mode of the device to Access Point and Multi-SSID. TL-WA901ND Wireless N Access Point User Guide ) Note: If you select ...Client mode in Figure 4-10, the wireless status in Figure 4-3 will change, similar to the figure below: 4.3 ...
...; Operation Mode - Here we take the Access Point mode for the device's PIN. This section will see the next screen shown in Figure 4-4. Displays the current operation mode of the device to Access Point and Multi-SSID. TL-WA901ND Wireless N Access Point User Guide ) Note: If you select ...Client mode in Figure 4-10, the wireless status in Figure 4-3 will change, similar to the figure below: 4.3 ...
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..., you can add it to complete the QSS configuration. Click Finish to the network by PBC with the following two methods. TL-WA901ND Wireless N Access Point User Guide To add a new device: If the wireless adapter supports Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS), you should also do the corresponding configuration of the new device for QSS function...
..., you can add it to complete the QSS configuration. Click Finish to the network by PBC with the following two methods. TL-WA901ND Wireless N Access Point User Guide To add a new device: If the wireless adapter supports Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS), you should also do the corresponding configuration of the new device for QSS function...
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The QSS Configuration Screen of the QSS as below, and click Next. TL-WA901ND Wireless N Access Point User Guide Step 2: For the configuration of the wireless adapter, please choose "Push the button on my access point" in the configuration utility of Wireless Adapter 17 Click Finish to complete the QSS configuration. The QSS Configuration Screen of Wireless Adapter Step 3: Wait for a while until the next screen appears.
The QSS Configuration Screen of the QSS as below, and click Next. TL-WA901ND Wireless N Access Point User Guide Step 2: For the configuration of the wireless adapter, please choose "Push the button on my access point" in the configuration utility of Wireless Adapter 17 Click Finish to complete the QSS configuration. The QSS Configuration Screen of Wireless Adapter Step 3: Wait for a while until the next screen appears.
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... that translates the names of WEP. WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) - Another key component of Service) - This is a security technology for a wireless PC card. TL-WA901ND Wireless N Access Point User Guide Appendix E: Glossary 802.11b - An Internet Service that improves on the authentication and encryption features of easier administration and use. A technology that can ...
... that translates the names of WEP. WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) - Another key component of Service) - This is a security technology for a wireless PC card. TL-WA901ND Wireless N Access Point User Guide Appendix E: Glossary 802.11b - An Internet Service that improves on the authentication and encryption features of easier administration and use. A technology that can ...