TP-Link TL-WA901ND User manual

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Connect to the Access Point with the Ethernet cable or via wireless. The
default wireless network name (SSID) of the Access Point is
TP-LINK_AP_XXXXXX. Please check the label at the bottom of the unit for
more details.
Plug the provided power adapter into the power jack on the back of the
Access Point, and the other end to a standard electrical wall socket. Then
press the ON/OFF button to power on the device.
Note 1. The product model shown in this QIG for Wireless Access Point
is"TL-WA901ND", as an example.
2. Information for technical support can be found in the last page.
Installation
Connecting the Device for Configuration

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LED Status Indication
Off Power off.
On Power on.
OffThe device has a system error.
On The device is initialising.
Flashing The device is working properly.
OffThere is no device linked to the corresponding port.
On There is a device linked to the corresponding port but no
activity.
Flashing There is an active device linked to the corresponding port.
Off The Wireless function is disabled.
Flashing The Wireless function is enabled.
Slow
Flash
A wireless device is connecting to the network by WPS
function. This process will last in the first 2 minutes.
On A wireless 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.
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LED explanation:
Note If the LEDs display abnormally, please check to see if all the cable
connectors (power adapter and Ethernet cable) are well connected to you
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device.
Note Please make sure that your wired device’s IP address is set as Obtain an IP
address automatically before configuring the device.
Open your web browser, type in http://tplinkap.net in the address bar and
press Enter.
A dialog box will prompt you for the User name and Password. Enter the
default values (both are admin) and click OK.
Configuring the Device

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After successfully logging in, the Quick Setup page will display. Click Next.
Then you will see the Start page shown as below. Select your region and click
Next to continue.
The Operation Mode page will appear then. The TL-WA901ND supports up to
five operation modes. Please select the proper operation mode according to
your needs and click Next.

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a) Access Point Mode
Introduction
In this mode, the product will act as a wireless central hub for your wireless LAN
clients, giving a wireless extension for your current wired network.
Settings
1. Create an easy-to-remember name for your wireless network.
2. Select WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK (Recommended) mode and enter a wireless
password below to prevent unauthorized access to your AP.
3. Click Next.

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b) Repeater (Range Extender) Mode
Introduction
In this mode, the product can extend the coverage of another wireless Access Point
or Router.
Settings
1. Select the repeater mode, Universal Repeater is recommended as for better
compatibility. Click Survey.
2. The window displaying a list of available SSIDs will appear.
3. Find the SSID of the main Router/AP that you want to repeat, and then click
Connect in the corresponding row.
4. You will then return to the previous page.
5. The security mode will be selected automatically, please confirm it and enter the
password of your main Router/AP. Click Next.

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c) Bridge with AP mode
Introduction
In this mode, the product can wirelessly connect two or more remote LANs together.
Settings
1. Click Survey.
2. Find the SSID of the main Router/AP that you want to bridge, and then click
Connect in the corresponding row. You will then return to the previous page.
3. The security mode will be selected automatically, please confirm it and enter the
password that is the same as on the remote AP.
4. Create a name for the Local Wireless Network.
5. Click Next.

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d) Client Mode
Introduction
In this mode, the product will act as a wireless adapter to connect your wired devices
(e.g. IPTV Set-top-box, Smart TVs, Game Consoles, DVD and Blu-ray Players, etc.)
to a wireless network.
Settings
1. Click Survey.
2. Find the SSID of the Access Point/Router or WISP, and click Connect in the
corresponding row. You will then return to the previous page.
3. The security mode will be selected automatically, please confirm it and enter the
password that is the same as on the main Router/AP.
4. Click Next.
e) Multi-SSID Mode
Introduction
In this mode, the product can be assigned up to four SSIDs to work with your VLAN.