TP-Link TL-WR802N User manual

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Quick Installation Guide
300Mbps Wireless N Nano Router
TL-WR802N
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Contents

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Package Contents
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TL-WR802N
Ethernet Cable USB Cable
Resource CD for
User Guide Only QIG

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Physical Description
Before hardware connection, please write down the Wireless
Password and SSID found on the label of your TL-WR802N. Both
are case-sensitive.
Default Access:
http://tplinkwifi.net
Username: admin
Password: admin
SSID:TP-LINK_3D6C Password/PIN:12345670
B0487A663D6C
MAC
Default Access:
http://tplinkwifi.net
Username: admin
Password: admin
SSID:TP-LINK_3D6C Password/PIN:12345670
B0487A663D6C
MAC
TL-WR802N LED Guide:
LED Status
Solid The device is working properly.
Blinking System is booting.
The Ethernet Cable is connecting to the product.
Reset
LAN/WAN Power
LAN/WAN: This LAN/WAN port works as LAN in AP/Repeater/Client/WISP Client
Router mode and as WAN in Wireless Router mode. As LAN, it connects the
Router to the local PC; as WAN, it enables you connect the DSL/cable Modem,
or Ethernet.
Power: This port is used to connect the provided power adapter.
Reset: It resets the TL-WR802N to factory default settings.
Note: For more detailed information about Reset, please refer to Appendix:
Troubleshooting.
Wireless Password/PIN:
Default Password
SSID: Default Wireless
Network Name

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Operating Modes
1Wireless Router Mode (Default)
Create an instant password-protected wireless network with
an NAT Firewall and share Internet with multiple devices. This
mode is suitable for hotel rooms and home networks.
Protected by NAT Firewall
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Note: if the hotel’s Internet has an authentication process, you will need to
authenticate only once and only on one device.
2Access Point Mode
Create a wireless network from an Ethernet connection. This
mode is suitable for dorm rooms or homes if there's already
a wired router but you need a wireless hotspot.
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Note: if the hotel’s Internet has an authentication process, you will need to
authenticate it on EACH device.
3Repeater Mode
Repeat signal from an existing wireless network. This mode
is suitable to extend wireless coverage, reaching devices that
were previously too far from your primary router to maintain
Wired Ethernet
Connection
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a stable wireless connection.
The repeated signal will display the same network name and
password as your existing wireless network.
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4Client Mode
Use as a wireless adapter for wired-only Ethernet enabled
devices. This mode is suitable for connecting Smart TVs,
game consoles, or computers to your wireless network.
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5WISP Client Router Mode
Use as a client router to receive Internet access from a
Wireless Internet Service Provider (WISP), and share that
access with local devices.

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Instant Wireless Connection
The examples illustrated below are from Windows7. If you are using a different
Windows OS, or a Mac OS, your screenshots may look different, but the procedure is
the same.
1According to the steps below, you can finish the hardware
connection of TL-WR802N. Wait until the LED is blinking.
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Step 1: Connect one end of the provided USB cable to micro USB port of
TL-WR802N.
Step 2: Connect the other end of the provided USB cable to the power
adapter.
Step 3: Plug in standard electrical wall socket directly to power the
Router.
Step 4: For AP Mode and Router Mode, connect the LAN/WAN port of TL-
WR802N to Internet with an Ethernet cable. For the other modes,
you can refer to the User Guide in the Resource CD.
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2If you are connecting the TL-WR802N directly to your cable
modem, you must first power reset the modem and wait
until its ONLINE LED is solid.Then use an ethernet cable to
connect to your modem via the LAN/WAN port on the TL-
WR802N.
Reset
LAN/WAN Power
Reset
LAN/WAN Power
If you are connecting the TL-
WR802N to an existing network,
simply plug the cable into the LAN/
WAN port and to your network.
In either case, wait until the LED is
solid green.
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Open Network and Sharing Center
Connections are available
TP-LINK_ XXXX
TP-LINK_Home
TP-LINK_Guest
TP-LINK_Neighbor
Free Public WiFi
Not Connected
Wireless Network Connection
Connect
Connect automatically
Click the Wireless Network
icon on your desktop (
or ). Select the Default
SSID of the TL-WR802N, then
click Connect.
Enter the Default Password,
then click OK or Next.

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Customizing your Wireless Network Name & Password (Optional)
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Congratulations! You have
successfully connected to
your network!
Open Network and Sharing Center
TP-LINK_XXXX
Internet access
TP-LINK_XXXX
TP-LINK_Home
TP-LINK_Guest
TP-LINK_Neighbor
Free Public WiFi
Currently connected to:
Wireless Network Connection
Connected
Open a web browser and
go to the page http://
tplinkwifi.net.
http://tplinkwifi.net
Enter the login username:
admin and password:
admin.
To customise your Wireless
Network Name, click on
Wireless from the menu on
the left.
Status
Quick Setup
WPS
Working Mode
Network
Wireless
DHCP
Logout
System Tools
Status
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In the SSID (wireless
network name) box, type
in your new Wireless Name.
Then click Save.
Wireless Settings
Save
Wireless Network Name:
Enable SSID Broadcast
TP-LINK_C5FC (Also called the SSID)
Ensure you select a correct country to conform local law.
Incorrect settings may cause interference.
Region:
Warning:
Mode:
Enable Wireless Router Radio
Channel Width:
Channel:
United States
Auto
Auto
11bgn mixed
To customise your Wireless
Password, click Wireless
from the menu on the left,
then click Wireless Security.
Status
Quick Setup
WPS
Working Mode
Network
Wireless
DHCP
- Wireless Settings
- Wireless Security
- Wireless MAC Filtering
- Wireless Advanced
- Wireless Statistics
Wireless Set
Logout
System Tools
WPA/W
Disable
WPA/W
Wirel
Group Upd
In the Wireless Password
box under WPA/WPA2 -
Personal (Recommended)
type in your new Wireless
Password. Then click Save.
Wireless Settings
Save
Wireless Password:
WEP Key
Encryption:
Key Selected:
Version:
Encryption:
AES
Automatic
Automatic
Version: WPA2-PSK
Radius Server IP:
Radius Port:
Radius Password:
Group Update Key Period:
(You can enter ASCII characters between 8 and 63 or Hexdecimal
Group Update Key Period:
Type:
WEP Key Format:
Automatic
Hexadecimal
Key 1:
Key 2:
Key 3:
Key 4:
Disabled
Disabled
Disabled
Disabled
Key Type
Seconds (Keep it default if you are not sure, m
WPA/WPA2 - Personal (Recommended)
WPA/WPA2 - Enterprise
WEP
Disable Security
12345670
1812
0
(1-65535, 0 stands for default port 1812)
(In seconds, minimum is 30, 0 means no upda
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Operating Mode Configuration
1Connect your computer to TL-WR802N (Wired or Wireless).
Wireless ( For Standard Wireless Router Mode, Access Point Mode and
WISP Client Router Mode )
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Connect wirelessly by using the default network name (SSID)
and password on the product label printed on the bottom of
the router.
Wired ( For Repeater Mode, Client Mode, Access Point Mode and WISP
Client Router Mode )
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2Open a web browser and go to the page http://tplinkwifi.
net.
http://tplinkwifi.net
Enter the login username:
admin and password:
admin.
Note:The login username and
password are case sensitive.
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3After a successful login, click Quick Setup from the menu to
configure your TL-WR802N. Click Next.
Status
Quick Setup
WPS
Working Mode
Network
Wireless
DHCP
Quick Setup
Run the Quick Setup to manually congure your internet connection and wireless settings.
To continue, please click the Next button.
To exit, please click the Exit button.
NextExit
Logout
System Tools
4Choose the Working Mode you need, then click Next and
refer to the sections below for further instruction.
Working Mode
NextBack
Standard Wireless Router
Access Point
Repeater
Client
WISP Client Router
Start >> Working Mode >> Wireless >> Network Settings >>Finish
Standard Wireless Router Mode
1. Choose your WAN Connection Type:
> If you don't know your connection type, you may select
Auto-Detect. Before continuing, you must be connected to
your existing network or modem via the LAN/WAN port.
> If you select Static IP, then enter the IP Address and Subnet
Mask given to you by your ISP, and click Next.
>If you select Dynamic IP, click Next and continue to step 2.
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Name and Password given to you by your ISP, and click Next.
>If you select L2TP/Russian L2TP, then enter the User Name
and Password given to you by your ISP, and click Next.
>If you select PPTP/Russian PPTP, then enter the User Name
and Password given to you by your ISP, and click Next.
Quick Setup - WAN Connection Type
Auto-Detect
Static IP
PPPoE/Russian PPPoE
Dynamic IP (Most Common Cases)
The Quick Setup is preparing to set up your connection, please choose one type below according to your ISP.
The detailed description will be displayed after you choose the corresponding type.
NextBack
L2TP/Russian L2TP
PPTP/Russian PPTP
Note: For users in some areas (such as Russia, Ukraine etc.), please contact your ISP to choose connection type manually.
2. Set your wireless parameters. If desired, you may change your
Wireless Network Name, Wireless Security Mode, or Password.
Click Next and then Reboot.
Quick Setup - Wireless
Wireless Network Name: (Also called the SSID)
Ensure you select a correct country to conform local law.
Incorrect settings may cause interference.
Region:
Warning:
United States
Start >> Working Mode >> WAN Connection Type >> Wireless >> Finish
PSK Password:
Wireless Security:
WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK
(You can enter ASCII characters between 8 and 63 or Hexadecimal characters betwee
12345670
NextBack
Wireless Radio: Enable
Disable Security
No Change
Note: After the rebooting, reconnect to the network according to Instant
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Access Point Mode
1. Set your wireless parameters. If desired, you may change your
Wireless Network Name, Wireless Security Mode, or Password.
Click Next and then Reboot.
Wireless Network Name(SSID): TP-LINK_C5FC (Also called the SSID)
Ensure you select a correct country to conform local law.
Incorrect settings may cause interference.
Region:
Warning:
Channel:
United States
Auto
Wireless Security Mode: No Security
If you choose No Security mode, the wireless stations will be able to connect
the AP without encryption. It is recommened strongly that you choose one of
following options to enable security.
AP Mode setting:
NextBack
Working Mode Operation Mode Wireless Setting Network Setting Finish
Note: After the rebooting, reconnect to the network according to Instant
Wireless Connection.
Repeater/Client Mode
The examples illustrated below are from Repeater Mode, but the procedure is similar
for Client Mode.
1. Click Survey button to find the available wireless networks.
Then select the SSID of your target network and click Connect.
Wireless Name of Root AP :(Also called the SSID)
Ensure you select a correct country to conform local law.
Incorrect settings may cause interference.
Region:
Warning:
Wireless Security Mode:
United States
Most Secure (WPA/WPA2-PSK
Wireless Password:
You can enter ASCII or Hexadecimal characters. For Hexadecimal, the length
should be between 8 and 64 characters; for ASCII, the length should be
between 8 and 63 characters. For good security it should be of ample length
and should not be a commonly known pharse.
Repaeter Mode setting:
NextBack
Working Mode Operation Mode Wireless Setting Network Setting Finish
MAC Address of Root AP:
WDS Mode: Auto
All security settings, for example the wireless password should match the Root AP.
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2. The target network‘s SSID will be automatically filled into the
wireless setting page. Select the Security Mode and enter the
Password. Click Next and then Reboot.
(Also called the SSID)
Wireless Name of Root AP:(Also called the SSID)
Ensure you select a correct country to conform local law.
Incorrect settings may cause interference.
Region:
Warning:
Wireless Security Mode:
United States
You can enter ASCII or Hexadecimal characters. For Hexadecimal, the length
should be between 8 and 64 characters; for ASCII, the length should be
between 8 and 63 characters. For good security it should be of ample length
and should not be a commonly known pharse.
Repaeter Mode setting:
NextBack
Working Mode Operation Mode Wireless Setting Network Setting Finish
MAC Address of Root AP:
WDS Mode: Auto
All security settings, for example the wireless password should match the Root AP.
Survey
TP-LINK_Network
94-0C-6D-2F-3C-BE
You can click the Survey Button to scan the network SSIDs,
and then choose the target one to setup the connection.
Note: After the rebooting, reconnect to the network according to Instant
Wireless Connection.
WISP Client Router Mode
1. Choose your WAN Connection Type:
> If you don't know your connection type, you may select
Auto-Detect. Before continuing, you must be connected to
your existing network or modem via the LAN/WAN port.
> If you select Static IP, then enter the IP Address and Subnet
Mask given to you by your ISP, and click Next.
>If you select Dynamic IP, click Next and continue to step 2.
>If you select PPPoE/Russian PPPoE, then enter the User
Name and Password given to you by your ISP, and click Next.
>If you select L2TP/Russian L2TP, then enter the User Name
and Password given to you by your ISP, and click Next.
>If you select PPTP/Russian PPTP, then enter the User Name
and Password given to you by your ISP, and click Next.

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Quick Setup - WAN Connection Type
Auto-Detect
Static IP
PPPoE/Russian PPPoE
Dynamic IP (Most Common Cases)
The Quick Setup is preparing to set up your connection, please choose one type below according to your ISP.
The detailed description will be displayed after you choose the corresponding type.
NextBack
L2TP/Russian L2TP
PPTP/Russian PPTP
Note: For users in some areas (such as Russia, Ukraine etc.), please contact your ISP to choose connection type manually.
2. Click Survey button to find the available wireless networks.
Then select the SSID of your target network and click Connect.
Quick Setup - Wireless
SSID:
BSSID:
WEP Index:
Local SSID:
Key Type:
1
None
Start >> Working Mode >> Wireless >> Network Settings >> Finish
Wireless Security Mode: No Security
If you choose No Security mode, the wireless stations will be able to connect
the AP without encryption. It is recommened strongly that you choose one of
following options to enable security.
Client Setting
NextBack
Auth Type: open
Password:
Survey
Example: 00-1D-0F-11-22-33
AP Setting
TP-LINK_C5FC
3. The target network’s SSID and BSSID will automatically fill the
relevent wireless setting boxes. Select the Key type and enter
the Password. Click Next and then Reboot.
Note: After the rebooting, reconnect to the network according to Instant
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Quick Setup - Wireless
SSID: TP-LINK_Network
BSSID:
WEP Index:
Local SSID:
Key Type:
1
WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK
Start >> Working Mode >> Wireless >> Network Settings >> Finish
Wireless Password:
Wireless Security Mode: Most Secure (WPA/WPA2-PSK)
You can enter ASCII or Hexdecimal characters. For hexdecimal, the length should
be between 8 and 64 characters; for ASCII, the length should be between 8 and 63
characters. For good security it should be of ample length and should not be a
commonly known phrase.
Client Setting
NextBack
Auth Type: open
Password:
Survey
Example: 00-1D-0F-11-22-33
AP Setting
12345670
94-0C-6D-2F-3C-BE
TP-LINK_2046F2
12345670
Appendix 1: Repeater Mode
Optimization Guide
When choosing an ideal location to optimize the performance of
repeater mode, please keep the points below in mind.
• The Best Way is Half-Way
Generally, the ideal location for your TL-WR802N is half-way
between your wireless router and your Wi-Fi enabled devices.
If that is not possible, placing the TL-WR802N closer to your
wireless router will ensure stable performance.
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• Less Obstacles = Better Performance
Try to choose a location that will minimize the number of
obstacles between the TL-WR802N and your wireless router.
Open corridors or other spacious locations will typically provide
better conditions for performance than a crowded room.
• Less Interference = More Stability
Try to choose a location that minimizes interference from
devices operating on the same wireless frequency, such as
cordless phones bluetooth devices, and microwave ovens.
Appendix 2: Troubleshooting
1What can I do if I forget my password?
*Restore the TL-WR802N to its factory default settings (see
below).
*To log in the Web Management page, use the default user
name and password: admin, admin.
*To connect to the Wireless Network, use the default
password on the label.
*Try to configure TL-WR802N once again by following the
instructions in the previous steps of the QIG.
2How do I restore my TL-WR802N to factory defaultsettings?
With the Router powered on, use a pin to press and hold the
Reset button for about 5 seconds.
LAN/WAN Power
Reset
LAN/WAN Power
Note: Upon reset, the device will
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3I cannot access Internet via my Cable Modem. What do I
do?
Reset the cable modem by powering it off, and then
powering it back on. Wait until its ONLINE LED is solid. Next,
unplug the TL-WR802N and plug it back in. This will allow you
to access Internet in most cases.
If the above does not work and you are unsure which mode
the TL-WR802N is in, please reset the TL-WR802N so that it
defaults back to Router Mode.
4What can I do if my wireless keeps dropping?
By default, your wireless channel setting is set to “auto”. This
setting causes the TL-WR802N to select the least congested
channel between 1 and 11, allowing you to achieve the best
performance.
You may be experiencing frequent wireless drops due to
an often changing channel setting. In this case, setting your
wireless channel setting to a static channel between 1 and
11 will prevent the wireless frequency from changing, and
likely stabilize your network connection.
5The TL-WR802N is on and I am connected, but I cannot
access the Web Management Page through my browser.
You need change your computer’s configuration settings to
“obtain an IP address automatically” and “obtain DNS server
address automatically.”
Please refer to the instructions below:
*For Windows 7:
> Go to Start -> Control Panel -> View network status and
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Connection, and select Properties.
> Double click Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) in the
list.
> Set the TCP/IP Protocol to Obtain an IP address
automatically, then click OK.
*For Windows 8:
> Go to Metro Interface -> Control Panel -> View network
status and tasks -> Change adapter settings.
>Right click Wireless Network Connection or Local Area
Connection, and select Properties.
>Double click Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) in the
list.
>Set the TCP/IP Protocol to Obtain an IP address
automatically, then click OK.
*
For Mac OS:
>Click the Apple icon on the upper left corner of your
screen.
>Go to System Preferences -> Network.
>Select Airport from the left menu bar and then click
Advanced for wireless configuration, or Ethernet for wired
configuration.
>Set Configure IPv4 to Using DHCP, then click Apply.
6What can I do if my signal strength is low?
Low signal strength can be caused by obstruction from walls
or objects. If you are receiving low signal strength, try to
place your TL-WR802N in a higher location, keeping it away
from obstructed locations like under or behind a desk.
Generally speaking, putting your TL-WR802N in a location
central to your home will maximize your signal coverage.