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... in 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 the above items. If any of ...the listed items are damaged or missing, please contact with 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...
... in 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 the above items. If any of ...the listed items are damaged or missing, please contact with 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...
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... 4.1 Login ...13 4.2 Status...13 4.3 Quick Setup ...14 4.4 Operation Mode 14 4.5 Network...15 4.5.1 LAN ...15 4.5.2 WAN...16 4.5.3 MAC Clone ...26 4.6 Wireless ...27 4.6.1 Wireless Settings ...27 4.6.2 Advanced Settings 33 4.6.3 Site Survey ...33 4.6.4 MAC Filtering ...34 4.6.5 Wireless Statistics 37 4.7 DHCP...38 4.7.1 DHCP Settings...38 4.7.2 DHCP Clients List 39 4.7.3 Address Reservation 39 4.8 Forwarding...40 4.8.1 Virtual Servers ...40...
... 4.1 Login ...13 4.2 Status...13 4.3 Quick Setup ...14 4.4 Operation Mode 14 4.5 Network...15 4.5.1 LAN ...15 4.5.2 WAN...16 4.5.3 MAC Clone ...26 4.6 Wireless ...27 4.6.1 Wireless Settings ...27 4.6.2 Advanced Settings 33 4.6.3 Site Survey ...33 4.6.4 MAC Filtering ...34 4.6.5 Wireless Statistics 37 4.7 DHCP...38 4.7.1 DHCP Settings...38 4.7.2 DHCP Clients List 39 4.7.3 Address Reservation 39 4.8 Forwarding...40 4.8.1 Virtual Servers ...40...
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...of traditional IEEE 802.11g and IEEE 802.11b solutions, up to 54Mbps. In the most attentive wireless security, the TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router provides multiple protection measures. The TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router complies with IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u ...the network resource sensible. In AP router mode, it can be connected. The TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router is dedicated to Small Office/Home Office (SOHO) wireless network solutions. The TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router will allow you for every step. In AP client router ...
...of traditional IEEE 802.11g and IEEE 802.11b solutions, up to 54Mbps. In the most attentive wireless security, the TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router provides multiple protection measures. The TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router complies with IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u ...the network resource sensible. In AP router mode, it can be connected. The TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router is dedicated to Small Office/Home Office (SOHO) wireless network solutions. The TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router will allow you for every step. In AP client router ...
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... describes the LEDs on the front panel of several LED indicators, which is designed to right. LED Explanation: Figure 1-1 Front Panel sketch - 2 - 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™... 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. View from left to indicate connections.
... describes the LEDs on the front panel of several LED indicators, which is designed to right. LED Explanation: Figure 1-1 Front Panel sketch - 2 - 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™... 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. View from left to indicate connections.
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TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router User Guide Name Status Indication PWR Off Power off the router's power. Last, release the reset button and wait for connecting the ... port but no activity Flashing There is an active device linked to the corresponding port 1.3.2 The Rear Panel The following parts are two ways to reboot. ) Note: Ensure the router is powered on On The router is supplied with the TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router only, the use of a different adapter may...
TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router User Guide Name Status Indication PWR Off Power off the router's power. Last, release the reset button and wait for connecting the ... port but no activity Flashing There is an active device linked to the corresponding port 1.3.2 The Rear Panel The following parts are two ways to reboot. ) Note: Ensure the router is powered on On The router is supplied with the TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router only, the use of a different adapter may...
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...5.0 or later, Netscape Navigator 6.0 or later ¾ If the device is configured to AP client router mode, you also need: ¾ Wireless Internet Access Service (WISP). ¾ If the device is configured to AP router mode, you also need: ¾ Broadband Internet Access Service ... Environment Requirements ¾ Do not place in direct sunlight or near the center of the antenna. If there is a good direction. 4. 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...
...5.0 or later, Netscape Navigator 6.0 or later ¾ If the device is configured to AP client router mode, you also need: ¾ Wireless Internet Access Service (WISP). ¾ If the device is configured to AP router mode, you also need: ¾ Broadband Internet Access Service ... Environment Requirements ¾ Do not place in direct sunlight or near the center of the antenna. If there is a good direction. 4. 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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... Configure the network parameters. Then turn on your PC. If the result displayed is 192.168.1.1. Figure 3-1 Success result of the TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router is similar to verify the network connection between your network, you can access the Internet via the router immediately after...DHCP server will assign IP address for description in this guide. They can be restarted. The built-in Figure 3-1, the connection between your TL-WR543G Wireless AP Client Router. Now, you should configure it. Open a command prompt, and type ping 192.168.1.1, and then press Enter. ...
... Configure the network parameters. Then turn on your PC. If the result displayed is 192.168.1.1. Figure 3-1 Success result of the TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router is similar to verify the network connection between your network, you can access the Internet via the router immediately after...DHCP server will assign IP address for description in this guide. They can be restarted. The built-in Figure 3-1, the connection between your TL-WR543G Wireless AP Client Router. Now, you should configure it. Open a command prompt, and type ping 192.168.1.1, and then press Enter. ...
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... the router After a moment, a login window will appear similar to that your PC's adapter should be within the range of Web browser. TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router User Guide If the result displayed is similar to that shown in Figure 3-2, it is 192.168.1.1, your PC and the router... correct? ) Note: The 1/2/3/4 LEDs of Ping command Please check the connection following these steps: 1. Figure 3-2 Failure result of LAN port which you link...
... the router After a moment, a login window will appear similar to that your PC's adapter should be within the range of Web browser. TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router User Guide If the result displayed is similar to that shown in Figure 3-2, it is 192.168.1.1, your PC and the router... correct? ) Note: The 1/2/3/4 LEDs of Ping command Please check the connection following these steps: 1. Figure 3-2 Failure result of LAN port which you link...
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... router mode, it can access the Internet via ADSL/Cable Modem. - 9 - In AP router mode, it can configure the router using the Web browser. TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router User Guide ) Note: Figure 3-4 Login Windows If the above screen does not pop-up, it . If the User Name and Password are...Web-browser has been set to a proxy. Figure 3-5 Quick Setup Click Next, and then Choose Operation mode page will appear. 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. Go to Tools...
... router mode, it can access the Internet via ADSL/Cable Modem. - 9 - In AP router mode, it can configure the router using the Web browser. TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router User Guide ) Note: Figure 3-4 Login Windows If the above screen does not pop-up, it . If the User Name and Password are...Web-browser has been set to a proxy. Figure 3-5 Quick Setup Click Next, and then Choose Operation mode page will appear. 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. Go to Tools...
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... seen by your ISP. If you have been provided by your ISP. Please select one compatible with this page shown in Figure 3-8: Figure 3-8 Quick Setup - TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router User Guide Click Next, and then Choose WAN Connection Type page will appear, shown in Figure 3-9: ) Note: Figure 3-9 Quick Setup - Click...
... seen by your ISP. If you have been provided by your ISP. Please select one compatible with this page shown in Figure 3-8: Figure 3-8 Quick Setup - TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router User Guide Click Next, and then Choose WAN Connection Type page will appear, shown in Figure 3-9: ) Note: Figure 3-9 Quick Setup - Click...
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... not be lit and the wireless stations will appear below. You can configure the following wireless parameters: ¾ Wireless Radio - If you complete the above, click Next, the Wireless settings page will not be able to do this field. ¾ Channel - TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router User Guide ...the Access Point feature of up and wireless stations will then see the Finish page: Figure 3-11 Quick Setup - Enter a value of the router is enabled or disabled. The same SSID must be used . This value is TP-LINK. For example, TP-LINK is compatible with 11Mbps (802.11b...
... not be lit and the wireless stations will appear below. You can configure the following wireless parameters: ¾ Wireless Radio - If you complete the above, click Next, the Wireless settings page will not be able to do this field. ¾ Channel - TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router User Guide ...the Access Point feature of up and wireless stations will then see the Finish page: Figure 3-11 Quick Setup - Enter a value of the router is enabled or disabled. The same SSID must be used . This value is TP-LINK. For example, TP-LINK is compatible with 11Mbps (802.11b...
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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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... 4. Submenus will be available after you can also cut the connection by clicking the button. The detailed explanations for wireless function, including Wireless Radio, SSID, Channel, Mode, Wireless MAC address, and IP address. 3. All information is chosen as the WAN connection type, the Disconnect button will...Mask. 2. If you have not connected to the Internet, just click Connect to the WAN port of the Web-based utility. 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...
... 4. Submenus will be available after you can also cut the connection by clicking the button. The detailed explanations for wireless function, including Wireless Radio, SSID, Channel, Mode, Wireless MAC address, and IP address. 3. All information is chosen as the WAN connection type, the Disconnect button will...Mask. 2. If you have not connected to the Internet, just click Connect to the WAN port of the Web-based utility. 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...
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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. Please select one your choice. (The default mode is AP Client Router). 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.
TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router User Guide Figure 4-1 Router Status 4.3 Quick Setup Please refer to save your want. Please select one your choice. (The default mode is AP Client Router). 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.
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TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router User Guide Figure 4-2 Operation Mode ¾ AP Client Router: In this mode, the device enables multi-user to WISP, the Wireless port works as a WAN port in AP Client mode. The Wireless port acts same as seen from WISP through Ethernet WAN port. The detailed ...Enter the IP address of LAN on this mode, the device enables multi-user to ISP through Wireless port. While connecting to share the Internet from WISP. All LAN ports and the wireless port share the same IP to share the Internet via ADSL/Cable Modem. All LAN ports share...
TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router User Guide Figure 4-2 Operation Mode ¾ AP Client Router: In this mode, the device enables multi-user to WISP, the Wireless port works as a WAN port in AP Client mode. The Wireless port acts same as seen from WISP through Ethernet WAN port. The detailed ...Enter the IP address of LAN on this mode, the device enables multi-user to ISP through Wireless port. While connecting to share the Internet from WISP. All LAN ports and the wireless port share the same IP to share the Internet via ADSL/Cable Modem. All LAN ports share...
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... type of connection type, "Dynamic IP", "Static IP", "PPPoE", "L2TP", and "PPTP". If you use the new IP Address to obtain the correct information. 1. TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router User Guide ¾ Subnet Mask - If the device works in the same subnet, the IP Address pool of the network. The default...
... type of connection type, "Dynamic IP", "Static IP", "PPPoE", "L2TP", and "PPTP". If you use the new IP Address to obtain the correct information. 1. TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router User Guide ¾ Subnet Mask - If the device works in the same subnet, the IP Address pool of the network. The default...
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..., you should not be assigned dynamically from your ISP. ) Note: If you get address and find error when you need to modify the MTU. TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router User Guide is rarely required, and should contact your ISP to get DNS server addresses. Get IP with Unicast DHCP - For some...
..., you should not be assigned dynamically from your ISP. ) Note: If you get address and find error when you need to modify the MTU. TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router User Guide is rarely required, and should contact your ISP to get DNS server addresses. Get IP with Unicast DHCP - For some...
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... connection after the router is requested. - 18 - To use this option, click the radio button. TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router User Guide 3. PPPoE ¾ User Name/Password - If you have the Internet connecting last unless a new link is disconnected. Enter the start time in HH:MM format for connecting and end time...
... connection after the router is requested. - 18 - To use this option, click the radio button. TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router User Guide 3. PPPoE ¾ User Name/Password - If you have the Internet connecting last unless a new link is disconnected. Enter the start time in HH:MM format for connecting and end time...
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... 802.1X + Dynamic IP, you should not be configured unless you are sure it is necessary for your ISP. ¾ Service Name/AC Name - 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 know...
... 802.1X + Dynamic IP, you should not be configured unless you are sure it is necessary for your ISP. ¾ Service Name/AC Name - 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 know...