TP-Link TL-WR841N User manual

TL-WR841N
TL-WR841ND
300Mbps Wireless N Router
REV5.1.0
1910011249

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FCC STATEMENT
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
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
conditions:
1）This device may not cause harmful interference.
2）This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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Note: The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by
unauthorized modifications to this equipment. Such modifications could void the user’s authority
to operate the equipment.
FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. This device and its antenna must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with
any other antenna or transmitter.
“To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, this grant is applicable to only
Mobile Configurations. The antennas used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a
separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in
conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.”
CE Mark Warning
This is a class B product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference, in
which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
Canadian Compliance Statement
This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject
to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause interference, and
(2)This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device.
Cet appareil est conforme aux norms CNR exemptes de licence d’Industrie Canada. Le
fonctionnement est soumis aux deux conditions suivantes:
(1) cet appareil ne doit pas provoquer d’interférences et
(2) cet appareil doit accepter toute interférence, y compris celles susceptibles de provoquer un
fonctionnement non souhaité de l’appareil.
This device has been designed to operate with the antennas listed below, and having a maximum
gain of 3 dBi. Antennas not included in this list or having a gain greater than 3 dBi are strictly
prohibited for use with this device. The required antenna impedance is 50 ohms.
To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so
chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than that permitted for
successful communication.
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Industry Canada Statement
Complies with the Canadian ICES-003 Class B specifications.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada. This Class B device meets all the
requirements of the Canadian interference-causing equipment regulations.
Cet appareil numérique de la Classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le
matériel brouilleur du Canada.
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України.
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.
This product can be used in the following countries:
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TP-LINK TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
For the following equipment:
Product Description: 300Mbps Wireless N Router
Model No.: TL-WR841N/TL-WR841ND
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 1999/5/EC, Directives 2004/108/EC, Directives 2006/95/EC, Directives 1999/519/EC,
Directives 2011/65/EU
The above product is in conformity with the following standards or other normative documents
EN 300 328 V1.8.1
EN 301 489-1 V1.9.2 & EN 301 489-17 V2.2.1
EN 55022: 2010 + AC: 2011
EN 55024: 2010
EN 61000-3-2: 2006 + A1: 2009 + A2: 2009
EN 61000-3-3: 2013
EN 60950-1: 2006 + A11: 2009 + A1: 2010 + A12: 2011
EN 50385: 2002
The product carries the CE Mark:
Person responsible for making this declaration:
Yang Hongliang
Product Manager of International Business
Date of issue:2015
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
Package Contents .................................................................................................................................... 1
Chapter 1. Introduction.......................................................................................................................... 2
1.1 Overview of the Router ......................................................................................................... 2
1.2 Conventions .......................................................................................................................... 3
1.3 Main Features ....................................................................................................................... 3
1.4 Panel Layout ......................................................................................................................... 4
1.4.1 The Front Panel ........................................................................................................ 4
1.4.2 The Rear Panel......................................................................................................... 5
Chapter 2. Connecting the Router........................................................................................................ 7
2.1 System Requirements........................................................................................................... 7
2.2 Installation Environment Requirements ................................................................................ 7
2.3 Connecting the Router .......................................................................................................... 7
Chapter 3. Quick Installation Guide ..................................................................................................... 9
3.1 TCP/IP Configuration ............................................................................................................ 9
3.2 Quick Installation Guide ...................................................................................................... 11
Chapter 4. Configuring the Router ..................................................................................................... 20
4.1 Login.................................................................................................................................... 20
4.2 Status .................................................................................................................................. 20
4.3 Quick Setup......................................................................................................................... 21
4.4 WPS .................................................................................................................................... 21
4.5 Network ............................................................................................................................... 24
4.5.1 WAN........................................................................................................................ 24
4.5.2 MAC Clone ............................................................................................................. 33
4.5.3 LAN ......................................................................................................................... 34
4.6 Wireless............................................................................................................................... 35
4.6.1 Wireless Settings .................................................................................................... 35
4.6.2 Wireless Security .................................................................................................... 38
4.6.3 Wireless MAC Filtering ........................................................................................... 42
4.6.4 Wireless Advanced ................................................................................................. 44
4.6.5 Wireless Statistics................................................................................................... 45
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4.7 DHCP .................................................................................................................................. 46
4.7.1 DHCP Settings........................................................................................................ 46
4.7.2 DHCP Clients List ................................................................................................... 48
4.7.3 Address Reservation .............................................................................................. 48
4.8 Forwarding .......................................................................................................................... 49
4.8.1 Virtual Servers ........................................................................................................ 50
4.8.2 Port Triggering ........................................................................................................ 51
4.8.3 DMZ ........................................................................................................................ 54
4.8.4 UPnP....................................................................................................................... 54
4.9 Security ............................................................................................................................... 55
4.9.1 Basic Security ......................................................................................................... 56
4.9.2 Advanced Security.................................................................................................. 57
4.9.3 Local Management ................................................................................................. 59
4.9.4 Remote Management ............................................................................................. 60
4.10 Parental Control .................................................................................................................. 61
4.11 Access Control .................................................................................................................... 63
4.11.1 Rule......................................................................................................................... 64
4.11.2 Host......................................................................................................................... 66
4.11.3 Target ...................................................................................................................... 68
4.11.4 Schedule ................................................................................................................. 70
4.12 Advanced Routing ............................................................................................................... 71
4.12.1 Static Routing List ................................................................................................... 72
4.12.2 System Routing Table............................................................................................. 73
4.13 Bandwidth Control ............................................................................................................... 74
4.13.1 Control Settings ...................................................................................................... 74
4.13.2 Rule List .................................................................................................................. 74
4.14 IP & MAC Binding................................................................................................................ 75
4.14.1 Binding Settings...................................................................................................... 76
4.14.2 ARP List .................................................................................................................. 77
4.15 Dynamic DNS...................................................................................................................... 78
4.15.1 Comexe.cn DDNS .................................................................................................. 78
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4.15.2 Dyndns.org DDNS .................................................................................................. 79
4.15.3 No-ip.com DDNS .................................................................................................... 80
4.16 System Tools ....................................................................................................................... 81
4.16.1 Time Settings .......................................................................................................... 82
4.16.2 Diagnostic ............................................................................................................... 83
4.16.3 Firmware Upgrade .................................................................................................. 85
4.16.4 Factory Defaults...................................................................................................... 86
4.16.5 Backup & Restore................................................................................................... 86
4.16.6 Reboot .................................................................................................................... 87
4.16.7 Password ................................................................................................................ 88
4.16.8 System Log ............................................................................................................. 88
4.16.9 Statistics.................................................................................................................. 90
4.17 Logout ................................................................................................................................. 92
Appendix A: FAQ .................................................................................................................................... 93
Appendix B: Configuring the PC .......................................................................................................... 98
Appendix C: Specifications................................................................................................................. 102
Appendix D: Glossary.......................................................................................................................... 103
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Package Contents
The following items should be found in your package:
TL-WR841N/TL-WR841ND 300Mbps Wireless N Router
DC Power Adapter for TL-WR841N/TL-WR841ND 300Mbps Wireless N Router
Quick Installation Guide
Ethernet Cable
Resource CD for TL-WR841N/TL-WR841ND 300Mbps Wireless N 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 your distributor.
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Chapter 1. Introduction
Thank you for choosing the TL-WR841N/TL-WR841ND 300Mbps Wireless N Router.
1.1 Overview of the Router
The TL-WR841N/TL-WR841ND 300Mbps Wireless N Router integrates 4-port Switch, Firewall,
NAT-Router and Wireless AP. The 300Mbps Wireless N Router delivers exceptional range and
speed, which can fully meet the need of Small Office/Home Office (SOHO) networks and the users
demanding higher networking performance.
The TL-WR841N/TL-WR841ND 300Mbps Wireless N Router provides up to 300Mbps wireless
connection with other 802.11n wireless clients. The incredible speed makes it ideal for handling
multiple data streams at the same time, which ensures your network stable and smooth. The
performance of this 802.11n wireless router will give you the unexpected networking experience at
speed 650% faster than 802.11g. It is also compatible with all IEEE 802.11g and IEEE 802.11b
products.
With multiple protection measures, including SSID broadcast control and wireless LAN
64/128/152-bit WEP encryption, Wi-Fi protected Access (WPA2-PSK, WPA-PSK), as well as
advanced Firewall protections, the TL-WR841N/TL-WR841ND 300Mbps Wireless N Router
provides complete data privacy.
The TL-WR841N/TL-WR841ND 300Mbps Wireless N Router provides flexible access control, so
that parents or network administrators can establish restricted access policies for children or staff. It
also supports Virtual Server and DMZ host for Port Triggering, and then the network administrators
can manage and monitor the network in real time with the remote management function.
Since the router is compatible with virtually all the major operating systems, it is very easy to
manage. Quick Setup Wizard is supported and detailed instructions are provided step by step in
this user guide. Before installing the router, please look through this guide to know all the router’s
functions.
Simple Installation
Flexible Access Control
Multiple Security Protections
Incredible Speed
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1.2 Conventions
The router or TL-WR841N/TL-WR841ND mentioned in this guide stands for TL-WR841N/TL-WR841ND
300Mbps Wireless N Router without any explanation.

Note:
The two devices of TL-WR841N and TL-WR841ND are sharing this User Guide. For simplicity, we
will take TL-WR841ND for example throughout this Guide.
The differences between them are:
TL-WR841N router with 2 fixed antennas.
TL-WR841ND router with 2 detachable antennas.
1.3 Main Features
Complies with IEEE 802.11n to provide a wireless data rate of up to 300Mbps.
One 10/100M Auto-Negotiation RJ45 WAN port, four 10/100M Auto-Negotiation RJ45 LAN
ports, supporting Auto MDI/MDIX.
Provides WPA/WPA2, WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK authentication, TKIP/AES encryption security.
Shares data and Internet access for users, supporting Dynamic IP/Static IP/PPPoE Internet
access.
Supports Virtual Server, Special Application and DMZ host.
Supports UPnP, Dynamic DNS, Static Routing.
Provides Automatic-connection and Scheduled Connection on certain time to the Internet.
Built-in NAT and DHCP server supporting static IP address distributing.
Built-in firewall supporting IP address filtering, Domain Name filtering, and MAC address
filtering.
Connects Internet on demand and disconnects from the Internet when idle for PPPoE.
Provides 64/128/152-bit WEP encryption security and wireless LAN ACL (Access Control
List).
Supports Flow Statistics.
Supports firmware upgrade and Web management.
Supports Tether App to manage the router on smart devices.
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1.4 Panel Layout
1.4.1 The Front Panel
Figure 1-1 Front Panel sketch
The router’s LEDs and the Wireless On/Off button are located on the front panel (View from left to
right).
Name Status Indication
（Power）
Off Power is off.
On Power is on.
(WLAN) Off The Wireless function is disabled.
Flashing The Wireless function is enabled.
(LAN 4-1),
(WAN)
Off There is no device linked to the corresponding port.
On
There is a device linked to the corresponding port but
there is no activity.
Flashing There is an active device linked to the corresponding port.
(WPS)
Slow Flash A wireless device is connecting to the network by WPS
function. This process will last in the first 2 minutes.
On Awireless device has been
successfully added to the
network by WPS function.
Quick Flash
A wireless device failed to be added to the network by
WPS function.
Table 1-1 The LEDs description
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Note:
After a device is successfully added to the network by WPS function, the WPS LED will keep on
for about 5 minutes and then turn off.
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1.4.2 The Rear Panel
Figure 1-2 Rear Panel sketch
The following parts are located on the rear panel (View from left to right).
ON/OFF: The switch for the power.
POWER: The Power socket is where you will connect the power adapter. Please use the
power adapter provided with this TL-WR841ND 300Mbps Wireless N Router.
WAN:This WAN port is where you will connect the DSL/cable Modem, or Ethernet.
1,2,3,4 (LAN): These ports (1,2,3,4) connect the Router to the local PC(s).
WPS/RESET: This button is used for both WPS and Reset function. To use the WPS
function, press it for less than five seconds; to use the RESET function, press it for more
than five seconds.
Used as RESET button:
There are two ways to reset to the Router's factory defaults:
1) Use the Factory Defaults function on System Tools -> Factory Defaults page in the
Router's Web-based Utility.
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2) Use the WPS/RESET button: With the Router powered on, press and hold the
WPS/RESET button (more than 5 seconds) until the SYS LED becomes quick-flash from
slow-flash. Then release the button and wait the Router to reboot to its factory default
settings.
Used as WPS button:
If you have client devices, such as wireless adapters, that support Wi-Fi Protected Setup,
then you can press this button to quickly establish a connection between the Router and
client devices and automatically configure wireless security for your wireless network.
WIFI ON/OFF: This switch is used to enable/disable the Router’s wireless function.
Wireless antenna: To receive and transmit the wireless data.
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Chapter 2. Connecting the Router
2.1 System Requirements
Broadband Internet Access Service (DSL/Cable/Ethernet)
One DSL/Cable Modem that has an RJ45 connector (which is not necessary if the router is
connected directly to the Ethernet.)
PCs with a working Ethernet Adapter and an Ethernet cable with RJ45 connectors
TCP/IP protocol on each PC
Web browser, such as Microsoft Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox or Apple Safari
2.2 Installation Environment Requirements
Place the router in a well ventilated place far from any heater or heating vent
Avoid direct irradiation of any strong light (such as sunlight)
Keep at least 2 inches (5 cm) of clear space around the router
Operating Temperature: 0℃~40℃(32℉~104℉)
Operating Humidity: 10%~90%RH, Non-condensing
2.3 Connecting the Router
Before installing the router, make sure your PC is connected to the Internet through the
broadband service successfully. If there is any problem, please contact your ISP. After that, please
install the router according to the following steps. Don't forget to pull out the power plug and keep
your hands dry.
1. Power off your PC, Cable/DSL Modem, and the router.
2. Locate an optimum location for the router. The best place is usually at the center of your
wireless network. The place must accord with the Installation Environment Requirements.
3. Adjust the direction of the antenna. Normally, upright is a good direction.
4. Connect the PC(s) and each Switch/Hub in your LAN to the LAN Ports on the router, shown in
Figure 2-1. (If you have the wireless NIC and want to use the wireless function, you can skip
this step.)
5. Connect the DSL/Cable Modem to the WAN port on the router, shown in Figure 2-1.
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6. Connect the power adapter to the power socket on the router, and the other end into an
electrical outlet. The router will start to work automatically.
7. Power on your PC and cable/DSL modem.
Figure 2-1 Hardware Installation of the TL-WR841ND 300Mbps Wireless N Router
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Chapter 3. Quick Installation Guide
This chapter will show you how to configure the basic functions of your TL-WR841ND 300Mbps
Wireless N Router using Quick Setup Wizard within minutes.
3.1 TCP/IP Configuration
The default domain name of the TL-WR841ND 300Mbps Wireless N Router is http://tplinkwifi.net,
the default IP address is 192.168.0.1, 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 ports of the router. And then you can configure the IP address for
your PC in the following two ways.
Configure the IP address manually
1) Set up the TCP/IP Protocol for your PC. If you need instructions as to how to do this,
please refer to Appendix B: Configuring the PC.
2) Configure the network parameters. The IP address is 192.168.0.xxx ("xxx" is any number
from 2 to 254), Subnet Mask is 255.255.255.0, and Gateway is 192.168.0.1 (The router's
default IP address)
Obtain an IP address automatically
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
between your PC and the router. The following example is in Windows 7.
Open a command prompt, and type ping 192.168.0.1, and then press Enter.
If the result displayed is similar to the Figure 3-1, it means the connection between your PC
and the router has been established well.
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Figure 3-1 Success result of Ping command
If the result displayed is similar to the Figure 3-2,it means the connection between your PC
and the router is failed.
Figure 3-2 Failure result of Ping command
Please check the connection following these steps:
1. Is the connection between your PC and the router correct?

Note:
The 1/2/3/4 LEDs of LAN ports which you link to on the router and LEDs on your PC's adapter
should be lit.
2. Is the TCP/IP configuration for your PC correct?

Note:
If the router's IP address is 192.168.0.1, your PC's IP address must be within the range of
192.168.0.2 ~ 192.168.0.254.
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3. Is the default LAN IP of the router correct?

Note:
If the LAN IP of the modem connected with your router is 192.168.0.x, the default LAN IP of the
router will automatically switch from 192.168.0.1 to 192.168.1.1 to avoid IP conflict. Therefore, in
order to verify the network connection between your PC and the router, you can open a command
prompt, and type ping 192.168.1.1, and then press Enter.
3.2 Quick Installation Guide
With a Web-based utility, it is easy to configure and manage the TL-WR841ND 300Mbps Wireless
N Router. The Web-based utility can be used on any Windows, Macintosh or UNIX OS with a Web
browser, such as Microsoft Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox or Apple Safari.
1. To access the configuration utility, open a web-browser and type in the default address
http://tplinkwifi.net in the address field of the browser.
Figure 3-3 Login the Router
After a moment, a login window will appear, similar to the Figure 3-4. Enter admin for the User
Name and Password, both in lower case letters. Then click the OK button or press the Enter key.
Figure 3-4 Login Windows

Note:
If the above screen does not pop-up, it means that your Web-browser has been set to a proxy. Go
to Tools>Internet Options>Connections>LAN Settings, in the screen that appears, cancel the
Using Proxy checkbox, and click OK to finish it.
2. After successfully login, you can click the Quick Setup to quickly configure your router.
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Figure 3-5 Quick Setup
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Note:
The Router will automatically detect the Internet connection. If the Internet is available, the Router
will direct you to step 5 Wireless settings; otherwise, you need to continue with step 3 to choose
WAN Connection Type.
3. Click Next, and then WAN Connection Type page will appear, shown in Figure 3-6.
Figure 3-6 Choose WAN Connection Type
The router provides Auto-Detect function and supports five popular ways Dynamic IP,
Static IP,PPPoE/Russian PPPoE, L2TP/Russian L2TP and PPTP/Russian PPTP to
connect to the Internet. It’s recommended that you make use of the Auto-Detect function. If
you select Auto-Detect, the router will automatically detect the connection type your ISP
provides. If you are sure of what kind of connection type your ISP provides, you can select
the very type and click Next to go on configuring.

Note:
1) L2TP and PPTP cannot be detected by the router. You must select it manually.
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