TP-Link TD-8817 User manual

TD-8817
ADSL2+ Ethernet/USB Modem Router
Rev: 3.1.1
1910011677

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against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver
is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV technician for help.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
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1) This device may not cause harmful interference.
2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
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Safety Information
When product has power button, the power button is one of the way to shut off the product;
when there is no power button, the only way to completely shut off power is to disconnect the
product or the power adapter from the power source.
Don’t disassemble the product, or make repairs yourself. You run the risk of electric shock
and voiding the limited warranty. If you need service, please contact us.
Avoid water and wet locations.
Use only power supplies which are provided by manufacturer and in the original
packing of this product. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us.
Explanation of the symbols on the product label
Symbol Explanation
DC voltage
RECYCLING
This product bears the selective sorting symbol for Waste electrical and electronic
equipment (WEEE). This means that this product must be handled pursuant to
European directive 2012/19/EU in order to be recycled or dismantled to minimize
its impact on the environment.
User has the choice to give his product to a competent recycling organization or to
the retailer when he buys a new electrical or electronic equipment.

TP-LINK TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
For the following equipment:
Product Description: ADSL2+ Ethernet/USB Modem Router
Model No.: TD-8817
Trademark: TP-LINK
We declare under our own responsibility that the above products satisfy all the technical
regulations applicable to the product within the scope of Council Directives:
Directives 2004 / 108 / EC, Directives 2006 / 95 / EC, Directives 2011/65/EU
The above product is in conformity with the following standards or other normative documents:
EN 55022: 2010 + AC: 2011
EN 55024: 2010
EN 60950-1: 2006 + A11: 2009 + A1: 2010 + A12: 2011 +A2: 2013
EN 50385: 2002
The product carries the CE Mark
Person responsible for making this declaration:
Huang Jing
Regulatory Compliance Manager
Date of issue: 2016-03-18
TP-LINK TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD.
Building 24 (floors 1, 3, 4, 5), and 28 (floors 1-4) Central Science and Technology Park,
Shennan Rd, Nanshan, Shenzhen, China

CONTENTS
Chapter 1.Introduction ........................................................................................ 1
1.1Product Overview...................................................................................................... 1
1.2Main Features ........................................................................................................... 1
1.3Conventions .............................................................................................................. 2
Chapter 2.Hardware Installation ......................................................................... 3
2.1The Front Panel ........................................................................................................ 3
2.2The Back Panel......................................................................................................... 4
2.3Installation Environment............................................................................................ 4
2.4Hardware Installation Procedures ............................................................................. 5
Chapter 3.Quick Installation Guide .................................................................... 7
3.1TCP/IP Configuration ................................................................................................ 7
3.2USB Configuration .................................................................................................... 8
3.3Login ......................................................................................................................... 9
Chapter 4.Software Configuration.................................................................... 13
4.1Status ...................................................................................................................... 13
4.1.1Device Info .....................................................................................................................13
4.1.2System Log .................................................................................................................... 14
4.1.3Statistics .........................................................................................................................15
4.2Quick Start .............................................................................................................. 17
4.3Interface Setup........................................................................................................ 17
4.3.1Internet ...........................................................................................................................17
4.3.2LAN.................................................................................................................................26
4.3.36RD ................................................................................................................................29
4.4Advanced Setup...................................................................................................... 31
4.4.1Firewall ...........................................................................................................................31
4.4.2Routing ...........................................................................................................................31
4.4.3NAT ................................................................................................................................32
4.4.4QoS ................................................................................................................................36
4.4.5VLAN ..............................................................................................................................39
4.4.6ADSL ..............................................................................................................................41
4.5Access Management............................................................................................... 41
4.5.1ACL.................................................................................................................................42
4.5.2Filter................................................................................................................................42
4.5.3SNMP .............................................................................................................................49
4.5.4UPnP ..............................................................................................................................49
4.5.5DDNS .............................................................................................................................50

4.5.6CWMP ............................................................................................................................51
4.6Maintenance............................................................................................................ 51
4.6.1Administration................................................................................................................. 52
4.6.2Time Zone ......................................................................................................................52
4.6.3Firmware.........................................................................................................................54
4.6.4SysRestart...................................................................................................................... 56
4.6.5Diagnostics.....................................................................................................................56
4.7Help......................................................................................................................... 56
Appendix A: Specifications................................................................................... 58
Appendix B: Configuring the PC........................................................................... 59
Appendix C: Troubleshooting............................................................................... 63
Appendix D: Technical Support............................................................................ 66

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Chapter 1. Introduction
Thank you for choosing the TD-8817 ADSL2+Ethernet/USB Modem Router.
1.1 Product Overview
The device is designed to provide a simple and cost-effective ADSL Internet connection for a
private Ethernet network.
TD-8817 connects to an Ethernet LAN or computers via standard Ethernet ports. The ADSL
connection is made using ordinary telephone line with standard connectors. Multiple workstations
can be networked and connected to the Internet using a single Wide Area Network (WAN)
interface and single global IP address. The advanced security enhancements, IP/MAC Filter,
Application Filter and URL Filter can help to protect your network from potentially devastating
intrusions by malicious agents from the outside of your network.
Quick Start of the Web-based Utility is supplied and friendly help messages are provided for the
configuration. Network and Router management is done through the Web-based Utility which can
be accessed through local Ethernet using any web browser.
TD-8817 supports full-rate ADSL2+ connectivity conforming to the ITU and ANSI specifications. In
addition to the basic DMT physical layer functions, the ADSL2+ PHY supports dual latency
ADSL2+ framing (fast and interleaved) and the I.432 ATM Physical Layer.
1.2 Main Features
1 10/100M RJ-45 LAN port (Auto MDI/MDIX), one RJ11 port, one USB 1.1 port.
Downstream data rates up to 24Mbps, upstream data rates up to 3.5Mbps (With Annex M
enabled).
Supports long transfers, the max line length can reach to 6.5Km.
Supports remote configuration and management through SNMP and CWMP.
Supports PPPoE, it allows connecting the Internet on demand and disconnecting from the
Internet when idle.
Quick response semi-conductive surge protection circuit, provides reliable ESD and
surge-protect function.
High speed and asymmetrical data transmit mode, provides safe and exclusive bandwidth.
Supports All ADSL industrial standards.
Compatible with all mainstream DSLAM (CO).
Provides integrated access of Internet and route function which face to SOHO user.
Real-time Configuration and device monitoring.
Supports Multiple PVC (Permanent Virtual Circuit).
Built-in DHCP server.

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Built-in firewall, supports IP/MAC filter, Application filter and URL filter.
Supports Virtual Server, DMZ host and IP Address Mapping.
Supports Dynamic DNS, UPnP and Static Routing.
Supports system log and flow Statistics.
Supports firmware upgrade and Web management.
1.3 Conventions
The Router or device mentioned in this User Guide stands for TD-8817 without any explanations.
Parameters provided in the pictures are just references for setting up the product, which may
differ from the actual situation.

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Chapter 2. Hardware Installation
2.1 The Front Panel
Figure 2-1
The LEDs are located on the front panel, they indicate the device’s working status. For details,
please refer to LED Explanation.
LED Explanation:
Name Status Indication
On The modem router is powered on.
Power Off The modem router is off. Please ensure that the power
adapter is connected correctly.
On There is a device connected to this USB port.
Flash The modem router is sending or receiving data over this
USB port.
USB
Off There is no device connected to this USB port.
On There is a device connected to this LAN port.
Flash The modem router is sending or receiving data over this
LAN port.
LAN
Off There is no device connected to this LAN port.
On ADSL line is synchronized and ready to use.
Flash The ADSL negotiation is in progress.
ADSL
Off ADSL synchronization fails. Please refer to Note 1 for
troubleshooting.
On The network is available with a successful Internet
connection.
Flash There is data being transmitted or received via the
Internet.
Internet
Off
There is no successful Internet connection or the modem
router is operating in Bridge mode. Please refer to Note 2
for troubleshooting.
Note:
1. If the ADSL LED is off, please check your Internet connection first. Refer to 2.4 Hardware
Installation Procedures for more information about how to make Internet connection
correctly. If you have already made a right connection, please contact your ISP to make sure if
your Internet service is available now.
2. If the Internet LED is off, please check your ADSL LED first. If your ADSL LED is also off,
please refer to Note 1. If your ADSL LED is GREEN ON, please check your Internet

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configuration. You may need to check this part of information with your ISP and make sure
everything have been input correctly. Refer to 4.1.1 Device Info and 4.3.1 Internet for more
information.
2.2 The Back Panel
Figure 2-2
ON/OFF: The switch for the power.
POWER: The Power plug is where you will connect the power adapter.
USB: Connect with your computer’s USB interface.
LAN: Through the port, you can connect the modem router to your PC or the other Ethernet
network devices.
RESET: There are two ways to reset the modem router's factory defaults.
Method one: With the modem router powered on, use a pin to press and hold the Reset
button (about 5 seconds) until all LEDs are lit. And then release the button and wait for the
modem router to reboot to its factory default settings.
Method two：Restore the default settings from “Maintenance-SysRestart” of the Router's
Web-based Utility.
ADSL: Through the port, you can connect the modem router with the telephone.
2.3 Installation Environment
The Product should not be located where it will be exposed to moisture or excessive heat.
Place the modem router in a location where it can be connected to the various devices as
well as to a power source.
Make sure the cables and power cord are placed safely out of the way so they do not create a
tripping hazard.
The modem router can be placed on a shelf or desktop.
Generally, TD-8817 is placed on a horizontal surface. The device also can be mounted on the wall
as shown in Figure 2-3.

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Figure 2-3
Note:
The diameter of the screw, 4mm<D<7.5mm, and the distance of two screws is 111.5mm. The
screw that project from the wall need around 4mm based, and the length of the screw need to be
at least 20mm to withstand the weight of the product.
2.4 Hardware Installation Procedures
The procedure to install the modem router can be described in the following steps:
First Step: Connect the Modem port of Splitter with the ADSL port of the modem router by
telephone line.
Second Step: Connect category 5 cable with RJ45 jacks to modem router’s LAN port and your
computer’s NIC. Or connect USB cable to ADSL2+ Ethernet/USB Modem Router’s USB port and
your computer’s USB interface. (When you connect your PC to the modem router through the
USB port, please install the USB driver first. For the detailed operation please refer to 3.2 USB
Configuration.)
Third Step: Plug one end of the provided Power Adapter into the Power jack on the modem
router and the other end to a standard electrical outlet.
Last Step: Check the line connection to see if everything is ready. Power up finally.

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Figure 2-4

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Chapter 3. Quick Installation Guide
3.1 TCP/IP Configuration
The default IP address of the TD-8817 ADSL2+ Ethernet/USB Modem Router is 192.168.1.1. And
the default Subnet Mask is 255.255.255.0. These values can be changed as you desire. In this
guide, we use all the default values for description.
Connect the local PC to the LAN/WAN port of the Modem Router. configure your PC to obtain IP
address automatically in the following way.
1) Set up the TCP/IP Protocol in "Obtain an IP address automatically" mode on your PC. If
you need instructions as to how to do this, please refer to Appendix B: "Configuring the PC”.
2) Then the built-in DHCP server will assign IP address for the PC.
Now, you can run the Ping command in the command prompt to verify the network connection.
Please click the Start menu on your desktop, select run tab, type cmd or command in the field
and press Enter. Type ping 192.168.1.1 on the next screen, and then press Enter.
If the result displayed is similar to the screen below, the connection between your PC and the
modem router has been established.
Figure 3-1
If the result displayed is similar to the screen shown below, it means that your PC has not
connected to the modem router.
Figure 3-2

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You can check it following the steps below:
1) Is the connection between your PC and the modem router correct?
The LEDs of LAN port which you link to the device and the LEDs on your PC's adapter should
be lit.
2) Is the TCP/IP configuration for your PC correct?
If the modem router's IP address is 192.168.1.1, your PC's IP address must be within the
range of 192.168.1.2 ~ 192.168.1.254.
3.2 USB Configuration
If you use the USB interface, First, you must install the USB’s driver to the computer. You can
obtain the drivers from the provided CD, or download from our website. (http://www.tp-link.com)
USB Drive installation procedures
Step 1: Please connect your PC to the modem router through the USB port at first, then insert
the provided CD into your CD-ROM drive. The autorun.exe will automatically run and
click Browse CD to read the files on the CD. Click the file TD-8817>USB Driver and
select the USB driver type according to the operating system of your computer to start
installation.
Step 2: Soon, Figure 3-3 will display after a moment. Click Next to continue.
Figure 3-3
Step 3: You will see Figure 3-4 as follow, please wait a moment.

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Figure 3-4
Step 4: After that, you will see Figure 3-5. Click Finish to complete the installation.
Figure 3-5
Note:
1) All of the above settings are under windows XP.
2) If you want to pull out the USB device you must disconnect the network of USB first.
3) In the Vista operating system, maybe the “Unknown Device” screen will pop up when you
insert the USB cable of the Router to a computer, please just unplug the USB cable and try
again.
3.3 Login
Once your host PC is properly configured, please proceed as follows to use the Web-based Utility:

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Start your web browser and type the default address http://tplinkmodem.net or private IP
address 192.168.1.1 of your modem router in the address field.
After that, you will see the screen shown below, enter the default User Name admin and the
default Password admin,and then click Login to access to the Quick Start screen. You can
follow the steps below to complete the Quick Setup.
Figure 3-6
Step 1: Select the Quick Start tab, then click RUN WIZARD, and you will see Figure 3-7. Click
the NEXT button.
Figure 3-7
Step 2: Configure the time for the Router, and then click the NEXT button.

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Figure 3-8
Step 3: Select the connection type to connect to the ISP (We select PPPoE/PPPoA mode for
example here), and then click the NEXT button.
Figure 3-9
Step 4: Configure the following options provided by your ISP: Username, Password,VPI, VCI
and Connection Type. Then click NEXT.

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Figure 3-10
Step 5: Click NEXT to finish the Quick Start.
Figure 3-11

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Chapter 4. Software Configuration
This User Guide recommends using the “Quick Installation Guide” for first-time installation. For
advanced users, if you want to know more about this device and make use of its functions
adequately, maybe you will get help from this chapter to configure the advanced settings through
the Web-based Utility.
After your successful login, you can configure and manage the device. There are main menus on
the top of the Web-based Utility, submenus will be available after you click one of the main menus.
On the center of the Web-based Utility, there are the detailed configurations or status information.
To apply any settings you have altered on the page, please click the SAVE button.
4.1 Status
Choose “Status”, you can see the next submenus: Device Info, System Log and Statistics.
Click any of them, and you will be able to configure the corresponding function.
Figure 4-1
4.1.1 Device Info
Choose “Status→Device Info” menu, and you will be able to view the device information,
including LAN, WAN and ADSL. The information will vary depending on the settings of the Router
configured on the Interface Setup screen.