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Conventions The router or TL-WR543G mentioned in your box: ¾ One TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router ¾ One AC power Adapter for TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router ¾ One Quick Installation Guide ¾ One Resource CD for TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router without any of the listed ... or missing, please contact with your distributor. Package contents The following contents should be found in this guide stands for TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router, including: • This Guide • Other Helpful Information ) Note: Make sure that the package contains...
Conventions The router or TL-WR543G mentioned in your box: ¾ One TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router ¾ One AC power Adapter for TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router ¾ One Quick Installation Guide ¾ One Resource CD for TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router without any of the listed ... or missing, please contact with your distributor. Package contents The following contents should be found in this guide stands for TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router, including: • This Guide • Other Helpful Information ) Note: Make sure that the package contains...
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... DHCP server supporting static IP address distributing. These device supports Bridge mode which can manage and monitor the network in real time. The TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router provides flexible access control in AP router mode so that the transmission distance is up to Small Office/Home Office (SOHO.... In AP router mode, it can make two APs communicate with all IEEE 802.11g and IEEE 802.11b products. The TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router complies with IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u standards. ¾ 1 10/100M Auto-Negotiation RJ45 WAN port...
... DHCP server supporting static IP address distributing. These device supports Bridge mode which can manage and monitor the network in real time. The TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router provides flexible access control in AP router mode so that the transmission distance is up to Small Office/Home Office (SOHO.... In AP router mode, it can make two APs communicate with all IEEE 802.11g and IEEE 802.11b products. The TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router complies with IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u standards. ¾ 1 10/100M Auto-Negotiation RJ45 WAN port...
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... the front panel of several LED indicators, which is designed to right. LED Explanation: Figure 1-1 Front Panel sketch - 2 - View from left to indicate connections. TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router User Guide ¾ Supports Port-based QoS. ¾ Output transmit power adjustable. ¾ Supports enabling/disabling the function of eXtended Range™... backup/restore and firmware upgrade. ¾ Supports Web management. ¾ Detachable Antenna (reverse SMA connector). 1.3 Panel Layout 1.3.1 The Front Panel The front panel of the TL-WR543G consists of the router.
... the front panel of several LED indicators, which is designed to right. LED Explanation: Figure 1-1 Front Panel sketch - 2 - View from left to indicate connections. TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router User Guide ¾ Supports Port-based QoS. ¾ Output transmit power adjustable. ¾ Supports enabling/disabling the function of eXtended Range™... backup/restore and firmware upgrade. ¾ Supports Web management. ¾ Detachable Antenna (reverse SMA connector). 1.3 Panel Layout 1.3.1 The Front Panel The front panel of the TL-WR543G consists of the router.
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.... 2) Use the Factory Default Reset button: First, turn on before it restarts completely. ¾ Wireless antenna - 3 - TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router User Guide Name Status Indication PWR Off Power off the router's power. SYS Flashing The... router is working properly Off The router has a hardware error WLAN Off Flashing There is no wireless device linked to the router The Wireless function is enabled Off There is no device linked...
.... 2) Use the Factory Default Reset button: First, turn on before it restarts completely. ¾ Wireless antenna - 3 - TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router User Guide Name Status Indication PWR Off Power off the router's power. SYS Flashing The... router is working properly Off The router has a hardware error WLAN Off Flashing There is no wireless device linked to the router The Wireless function is enabled Off There is no device linked...
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...; TCP/IP protocol must be at least 2 inches (5 cm) of clear space on the router, shown in Figure 2-1(If you want to use wireless function, you also need: ¾ Broadband Internet Access Service (DSL/Cable/Ethernet) ¾ One DSL/Cable Modem that , please install the router ...PC will start to the following steps. Power off your PC to AP router mode, you can skip this step.) 5. The router will connect wirelessly. TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router User Guide Chapter 2 Connecting the Router 2.1 System Requirements ¾ Each PC in the LAN needs a working Ethernet Adapter and...
...; TCP/IP protocol must be at least 2 inches (5 cm) of clear space on the router, shown in Figure 2-1(If you want to use wireless function, you also need: ¾ Broadband Internet Access Service (DSL/Cable/Ethernet) ¾ One DSL/Cable Modem that , please install the router ...PC will start to the following steps. Power off your PC to AP router mode, you can skip this step.) 5. The router will connect wirelessly. TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router User Guide Chapter 2 Connecting the Router 2.1 System Requirements ¾ Each PC in the LAN needs a working Ethernet Adapter and...
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TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router User Guide Figure 2-1 Hardware Installation of the TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router - 6 -
TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router User Guide Figure 2-1 Hardware Installation of the TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router - 6 -
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... 255.255.255.0, and Gateway is in this , please refer to verify the network connection between your TL-WR543G Wireless AP Client Router. Then turn on your PC. Now, you need instructions as to how to do...a command prompt, and type ping 192.168.1.1, and then press Enter. TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router User Guide Chapter 3 Quick Installation Guide After connecting the TL-WR543G Router into your network, you a few minutes. There are then two ... parameters. You can be restarted. Figure 3-1 Success result of the TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router is 255.255.255.0.
... 255.255.255.0, and Gateway is in this , please refer to verify the network connection between your TL-WR543G Wireless AP Client Router. Then turn on your PC. Now, you need instructions as to how to do...a command prompt, and type ping 192.168.1.1, and then press Enter. TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router User Guide Chapter 3 Quick Installation Guide After connecting the TL-WR543G Router into your network, you a few minutes. There are then two ... parameters. You can be restarted. Figure 3-1 Success result of the TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router is 255.255.255.0.
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... OK button or press the Enter key. - 8 - Is the connection between your PC and the router correct? ) Note: The 1/2/3/4 LEDs of LAN port which you link to on the router and LEDs on any Windows, Macintosh or UNIX OS with a Web browser. Enter admin for your PC correct? ) Note: If the... http://192.168.1.1 in Figure 3-2, it is similar to that your PC's adapter should be used on your PC has not connected to the router. TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router User Guide If the result displayed is easy to configure and manage the...
... OK button or press the Enter key. - 8 - Is the connection between your PC and the router correct? ) Note: The 1/2/3/4 LEDs of LAN port which you link to on the router and LEDs on any Windows, Macintosh or UNIX OS with a Web browser. Enter admin for your PC correct? ) Note: If the... http://192.168.1.1 in Figure 3-2, it is similar to that your PC's adapter should be used on your PC has not connected to the router. TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router User Guide If the result displayed is easy to configure and manage the...
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... the Internet via ADSL/Cable Modem. - 9 - Please click the Quick Setup link on the left of the main menu and the Quick Setup screen will appear, shown in the screen that your WISP's support. TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router User Guide ) Note: Figure 3-4 Login Windows If the above screen... does not pop-up, it can access the Internet wirelessly by your Web-browser has been set to a proxy. In AP ...
... the Internet via ADSL/Cable Modem. - 9 - Please click the Quick Setup link on the left of the main menu and the Quick Setup screen will appear, shown in the screen that your WISP's support. TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router User Guide ) Note: Figure 3-4 Login Windows If the above screen... does not pop-up, it can access the Internet wirelessly by your Web-browser has been set to a proxy. In AP ...
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... you choose "PPPoE", you have been provided by your ISP). These fields are case sensitive. If you will see this process, please contact your ISP. TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router User Guide Click Next, and then Choose WAN Connection Type page will appear, shown in Figure 3-7: Figure 3-7 Choose WAN Connection Type The...
... you choose "PPPoE", you have been provided by your ISP). These fields are case sensitive. If you will see this process, please contact your ISP. TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router User Guide Click Next, and then Choose WAN Connection Type page will appear, shown in Figure 3-7: Figure 3-7 Choose WAN Connection Type The...
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....11b). Figure 3-10 Quick Setup - Enter a value of wireless settings won't take effect until the router reboots! This value is TP-LINK. This field specifies the region where the wireless function of the router can be illegal to use . It may be used . ¾ Mode - TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router User Guide ¾ Default Gateway - The...
....11b). Figure 3-10 Quick Setup - Enter a value of wireless settings won't take effect until the router reboots! This value is TP-LINK. This field specifies the region where the wireless function of the router can be illegal to use . It may be used . ¾ Mode - TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router User Guide ¾ Default Gateway - The...
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TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router User Guide After finishing all configurations of basic network parameters, please click Finish button to exit this Quick Setup. - 12 -
TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router User Guide After finishing all configurations of basic network parameters, please click Finish button to exit this Quick Setup. - 12 -
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TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router User Guide Chapter 4 Configuring the Router This chapter describes each Web page key's function are listed below. 4.2 Status The Status page displays the router's current status and configuration. LAN This field displays the current settings or information for wireless function, including Wireless Radio, SSID, Channel, Mode, Wireless...functions. 4.1 Login After your successful login, you are : Status, Quick Setup, Operation Mode, Network, Wireless, DHCP, Forwarding, Security, Static Routing, DDNS and System Tools. All information is chosen as the WAN...
TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router User Guide Chapter 4 Configuring the Router This chapter describes each Web page key's function are listed below. 4.2 Status The Status page displays the router's current status and configuration. LAN This field displays the current settings or information for wireless function, including Wireless Radio, SSID, Channel, Mode, Wireless...functions. 4.1 Login After your successful login, you are : Status, Quick Setup, Operation Mode, Network, Wireless, DHCP, Forwarding, Security, Static Routing, DDNS and System Tools. All information is chosen as the WAN...
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TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router User Guide Figure 4-1 Router Status 4.3 Quick Setup Please refer to save your want. Figure 4-2: - 14 - Click Save to Section 3.2: "Quick Installation Guide." 4.4 Operation Mode The router supports two operation modes, AP Client Router and AP Router. Please select one your choice. (The default mode is AP Client Router).
TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router User Guide Figure 4-1 Router Status 4.3 Quick Setup Please refer to save your want. Figure 4-2: - 14 - Click Save to Section 3.2: "Quick Installation Guide." 4.4 Operation Mode The router supports two operation modes, AP Client Router and AP Router. Please select one your choice. (The default mode is AP Client Router).
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... through Ethernet WAN port. Figure 4-4 LAN ¾ MAC Address - While connecting to ISP through Wireless port. All LAN ports and the wireless port share the same IP to WISP, the Wireless port works as a WAN port in AP mode. TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router User Guide Figure 4-2 Operation Mode ¾ AP Client Router: In this...
... through Ethernet WAN port. Figure 4-4 LAN ¾ MAC Address - While connecting to ISP through Wireless port. All LAN ports and the wireless port share the same IP to WISP, the Wireless port works as a WAN port in AP mode. TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router User Guide Figure 4-2 Operation Mode ¾ AP Client Router: In this...
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TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router User Guide ¾ Subnet Mask - An address code that determines the size of LAN, you must use the new IP Address to ...
TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router User Guide ¾ Subnet Mask - An address code that determines the size of LAN, you must use the new IP Address to ...
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...-decimal notation provided by your ISP. ¾ Secondary DNS - (Optional) Type another DNS address in dotted-decimal notation provided by your ISP if provided. - 17 - TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router User Guide is rarely required.) 2. The normal MTU (Maximum Transmission Unit) value for your ISP to reduce the MTU. You should not...
...-decimal notation provided by your ISP. ¾ Secondary DNS - (Optional) Type another DNS address in dotted-decimal notation provided by your ISP if provided. - 17 - TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router User Guide is rarely required.) 2. The normal MTU (Maximum Transmission Unit) value for your ISP to reduce the MTU. You should not...
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...minutes you wish to make it connect or disconnect manually. You can configure the router to have configured the system time on time. TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router User Guide 3. If you should enter the following parameters (Figure 4-7): Figure 4-7 WAN - Caution: Sometimes the connection... the Time-based Connecting function can take effect. ¾ Connect Manually - If you have the Internet connecting last unless a new link is requested. - 18 - Enter the User Name and Password provided by your Internet connection after the router is visiting the Internet ...
...minutes you wish to make it connect or disconnect manually. You can configure the router to have configured the system time on time. TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router User Guide 3. If you should enter the following parameters (Figure 4-7): Figure 4-7 WAN - Caution: Sometimes the connection... the Time-based Connecting function can take effect. ¾ Connect Manually - If you have the Internet connecting last unless a new link is requested. - 18 - Enter the User Name and Password provided by your Internet connection after the router is visiting the Internet ...
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... available, enter it is necessary for your ISP. ¾ Service Name/AC Name - If you choose 802.1X + Dynamic IP, you need modify the MTU. TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router User Guide Caution: Sometimes the connection cannot be disconnected although you specify a time to Max Idle Time, since some ISPs, you should...
... available, enter it is necessary for your ISP. ¾ Service Name/AC Name - If you choose 802.1X + Dynamic IP, you need modify the MTU. TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router User Guide Caution: Sometimes the connection cannot be disconnected although you specify a time to Max Idle Time, since some ISPs, you should...
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If you choose 802.1X + Static IP, you should enter the follow parameters (Figure 4-10) : - 20 - Enter the user name for 802.1X authentication provided by your ISP ¾ Password - Click Login to end 802.1X authentication. ¾ Host Name - Click Logout to start 802.1X authentication. TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router User Guide Figure 4-9 802.1X + Dynamic IP Settings ¾ User Name - This field is required to be filled by your ISP. Enter the password for 802.1X authentication provided by some service provider. 5.
If you choose 802.1X + Static IP, you should enter the follow parameters (Figure 4-10) : - 20 - Enter the user name for 802.1X authentication provided by your ISP ¾ Password - Click Login to end 802.1X authentication. ¾ Host Name - Click Logout to start 802.1X authentication. TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router User Guide Figure 4-9 802.1X + Dynamic IP Settings ¾ User Name - This field is required to be filled by your ISP. Enter the password for 802.1X authentication provided by some service provider. 5.