TP-Link TL-MR6400 User manual

TL-MR6400
300Mbps Wireless N 4G LTE Router
Rev: 1.0.1
1910011374

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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.
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.”
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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.
RF Exposure Information
This device meets the EU requirements (1999/519/EC) on the limitation of exposure of the
general public to electromagnetic fields by way of health protection.
The device complies with RF specifications when the device used at 20 cm from your body.
National Restrictions
This device is intended for home and office use in all EU countries (and other countries
following the EU directive 1999/5/EC) without any limitation except for the countries mentioned
below:
Country Restriction Reason/remark
Belarus Not implemented
Norway Implemented This subsection does not apply for the geographical area
within a radius of 20 km from the centre of Ny-Ålesund on
Svalbard.
Italy Implemented The public use is subject to general authorisation by the
respective service provider.
Russian
Federation
Limited
implementation
1. SRD with FHSS modulation
1.1. Maximum 2.5 mW e.i.r.p.
1.2. Maximum 100 mW e.i.r.p. Permitted for use SRD for
outdoor applications without restriction on installation height
only for purposes of gathering telemetry information for
automated monitoring and resources accounting systems.
Permitted to use SRD for other purposes for outdoor
applications only when the installation height is not exceeding
10 m above the ground surface.
1.3.Maximum 100 mW e.i.r.p. Indoor applications.
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2. SRD with DSSS and other than FHSS wideband
modulation
2.1. Maximum mean e.i.r.p. density is 2 mW/MHz. Maximum
100 mW e.i.r.p.
2.2. Maximum mean
e.i.r.p. density is 20 mW/MHz. Maximum
100 mW e.i.r.p. It is permitted to use SRD for outdoor
applications only for purposes of gathering telemetry
information for automated monitoring and resources
accounting systems or security systems.
2.3. Maximum mean e.i.r.p. density is 10 mW/MHz. Maximum
100 mW e.i.r.p. Indoor applications.
Ukraine Limited
implementation
e.i.r.p. ≤100 mW with built-in antenna with amplification factor
up to 6 dBi.
ATTENTION: Due to EU law, the country settings must be identical to the country where the
device is operating (important due to non-harmonised frequencies in the EU).
Canadian Compliance Statement
This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSSs. 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.
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio
exempts de licence. L’exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes :
1）l’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage;
2）l’utilisateur de l’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, meme si le
brouillage est susceptible d’en compromettre le fonctionnement.
Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm
between the radiator & your body.
Déclaration d'exposition aux radiations:
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Cet équipement est conforme aux limites d'exposition aux rayonnements IC établies pour un
environnement non contrôlé. Cet équipement doit être installé et utilisé avec un minimum de 20
cm de distance entre la source de rayonnement et votre corps.
Industry Canada Statement
CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B)
Korea Warning Statements:
당해 무선설비는 운용중 전파혼신 가능성이 있음.
NCC Notice & BSMI Notice
注意！
依據 低功率電波輻射性電機管理辦法
第十二條 經型式認證合格之低功率射頻電機，非經許可，公司、商號或使用者均不得擅自變更頻
率、加大功率或變更原設計之特性或功能。
第十四條 低功率射頻電機之使用不得影響飛航安全及干擾合法通行；經發現有干擾現象時，應立
即停用，並改善至無干擾時方得繼續使用。前項合法通信，指依電信規定作業之無線電信。低功
率射頻電機需忍受合法通信或工業、科學以及醫療用電波輻射性電機設備之干擾。
減少電磁波影響，請妥適使用。
安全諮詢及注意事項
●請使用原裝電源供應器或只能按照本產品注明的電源類型使用本產品。
●清潔本產品之前請先拔掉電源線。請勿使用液體、噴霧清潔劑或濕布進行清潔。
●注意防潮，請勿將水或其他液體潑灑到本產品上。
●插槽與開口供通風使用，以確保本產品的操作可靠並防止過熱，請勿堵塞或覆蓋開口。
●請勿將本產品置放於靠近熱源的地方。除非有正常的通風，否則不可放在密閉位置中。
●請不要私自打開機殼，不要嘗試自行維修本產品，請由授權的專業人士進行此項工作。
Продукт сертифіковано згідно с правилами системи УкрСЕПРО на відповідність вимогам
нормативних документів та вимогам, що передбачені чинними законодавчими актами
України.
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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.
Adapter shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.
The plug considered as disconnect device of adapter.
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.
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TP-LINK TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
For the following equipment:
Product Description: 300Mbps Wireless N 4G LTE Router
Model No.: TL-MR6400
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 300328 V1.9.1
EN 301511 V9.0.2
EN 301908-1 V6.2.1 & EN 301908-2 V6.2.1 & EN 301908-13 V6.2.1
EN 301489-1 V1.9.2 & EN 301489-7 V1.3.1 & EN 301489-17 V2.2.1 & EN 301489-24 V1.5.1
EN 55022: 2010+AC: 2011
EN 55024: 2010
EN 60950-1: 2006 + A11: 2009 + A1: 2010 + A12: 2011 +A2: 2013
EN 50385: 2012
EN 50581: 2012
The product carries the CE Mark:
Person is responsible for marking this declaration:
Yang Hongliang
Product Manager of International Business
Date of issue: 2015/11/21
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....................................................................................................................2
1.3 Main Features.................................................................................................................2
1.4 Panel Layout...................................................................................................................4
1.4.1 The Front Panel ..................................................................................................4
1.4.2 The Rear Panel...................................................................................................5
Chapter 2. Connecting the router .................................................................................................. 6
2.1 System Requirements ....................................................................................................6
2.2 Installation Environment Requirements.......................................................................... 6
2.3 Connecting the router .....................................................................................................6
Chapter 3. Quick Installation Guide ............................................................................................... 9
3.1 3G/4G Router Mode .......................................................................................................9
3.2 Standard Wireless Router Mode................................................................................... 11
Chapter 4. Router Configuration-3G/4G Router Mode ................................................................ 20
4.1 Login .............................................................................................................................20
4.2 Status ............................................................................................................................20
4.3 Quick Setup ..................................................................................................................21
4.4 WPS ..............................................................................................................................21
4.5 Working Mode...............................................................................................................24
4.6 Network.........................................................................................................................24
4.6.1 LTE Dial Up.......................................................................................................24
4.6.2 LTE Data Settings .............................................................................................26
4.6.3 PIN Management..............................................................................................27
4.6.4 LAN ...................................................................................................................28
4.7 SMS ..............................................................................................................................28
4.7.1 Inbox .................................................................................................................29
4.7.2 New Message ...................................................................................................29
4.7.3 Outbox...............................................................................................................30
4.7.4 Draft Box ...........................................................................................................30
4.7.5 SMS Settings ....................................................................................................31
4.8 Wireless ........................................................................................................................31
4.8.1 Wireless Settings ..............................................................................................31
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4.8.2 Wireless Security ..............................................................................................33
4.8.3 Wireless MAC Filtering .....................................................................................37
4.8.4 Wireless Advanced ...........................................................................................39
4.8.5 Wireless Statistics .............................................................................................40
4.9 Guest Network ..............................................................................................................41
4.9.1 Wireless Settings ..............................................................................................41
4.9.2 Wireless Statistics .............................................................................................42
4.10 DHCP............................................................................................................................43
4.10.1 DHCP Settings..................................................................................................43
4.10.2 DHCP Client List...............................................................................................44
4.10.3 Address Reservation.........................................................................................45
4.11 Forwarding....................................................................................................................46
4.11.1 Virtual Servers...................................................................................................46
4.11.2 Port Triggering ..................................................................................................48
4.11.3 DMZ ..................................................................................................................50
4.11.4 UPnP.................................................................................................................50
4.12 Security .........................................................................................................................51
4.12.1 Basic Security ...................................................................................................51
4.12.2 Local Management ...........................................................................................53
4.12.3 Remote Management .......................................................................................54
4.13 Parental Control............................................................................................................55
4.14 Access Control..............................................................................................................57
4.14.1 Rule...................................................................................................................57
4.14.2 Host...................................................................................................................63
4.14.3 Target ................................................................................................................64
4.14.4 Schedule ...........................................................................................................66
4.15 Advanced Routing ........................................................................................................68
4.15.1 Static Routing List .............................................................................................68
4.15.2 System Routing Table....................................................................................... 69
4.16 IP & MAC Binding .........................................................................................................70
4.16.1 Binding Settings................................................................................................70
4.16.2 ARP List ............................................................................................................71
4.17 Dynamic DNS ...............................................................................................................72
4.17.1 dyn.com DDNS .................................................................................................72
4.17.2 www.noip.com DDNS........................................................................................73
4.18 System Tools.................................................................................................................74
4.18.1 SNMP................................................................................................................74
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4.18.2 Time Settings ....................................................................................................76
4.18.3 Diagnostic .........................................................................................................77
4.18.4 Firmware Upgrade ............................................................................................79
4.18.5 Factory Defaults................................................................................................80
4.18.6 Backup & Restore.............................................................................................80
4.18.7 Reboot...............................................................................................................81
4.18.8 TR069 ...............................................................................................................81
4.18.9 Password ..........................................................................................................82
4.18.10 System Log.......................................................................................................83
Chapter 5. Router Configuration—Standard Wireless Router Mode ....................................... 85
5.1 Login .............................................................................................................................85
5.2 Status ............................................................................................................................85
5.3 Quick Setup ..................................................................................................................86
5.4 WPS ..............................................................................................................................86
5.5 Working Mode...............................................................................................................86
5.6 Network.........................................................................................................................87
5.6.1 WAN ..................................................................................................................87
5.6.2 MAC Clone........................................................................................................97
5.6.3 LAN ...................................................................................................................97
5.6.4 VLAN.................................................................................................................98
5.7 Wireless ........................................................................................................................99
5.8 Guest Network ..............................................................................................................99
5.8.1 Wireless Settings ............................................................................................100
5.8.2 Wireless Statistics ...........................................................................................101
5.9 DHCP..........................................................................................................................101
5.10 Forwarding..................................................................................................................101
5.11 Security .......................................................................................................................102
5.11.1 Basic Security .................................................................................................102
5.11.2 Advanced Security..........................................................................................103
5.11.3 Local Management .........................................................................................105
5.11.4 Remote Management .....................................................................................106
5.12 Parental Control..........................................................................................................107
5.13 Access Control............................................................................................................107
5.14 Advanced Routing ......................................................................................................107
5.15 Bandwidth Control.......................................................................................................107
5.15.1 Control Settings ..............................................................................................107
5.15.2 Rule List ..........................................................................................................108
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5.16 IP & MAC Binding .......................................................................................................108
5.17 Dynamic DNS .............................................................................................................109
5.18 IPv6 Support ...............................................................................................................109
5.18.1 IPv6 Status......................................................................................................109
5.18.2 IPv6 Setup....................................................................................................... 110
5.19 System Tools................................................................................................................111
5.19.1 SNMP...............................................................................................................111
5.19.2 Time Settings .................................................................................................. 113
5.19.3 Diagnostic ....................................................................................................... 114
5.19.4 Firmware Upgrade .......................................................................................... 116
5.19.5 Factory Defaults.............................................................................................. 117
5.19.6 Backup & Restore........................................................................................... 117
5.19.7 Reboot............................................................................................................. 118
5.19.8 TR069 ............................................................................................................. 118
5.19.9 Password ........................................................................................................ 119
5.19.10 System Log.....................................................................................................120
5.19.11 Statistics..........................................................................................................121
Appendix A: FAQ ........................................................................................................................... 123
Appendix B: Configuring the PC ................................................................................................. 125
Appendix C: Specifications ......................................................................................................... 130
Appendix D: Glossary ................................................................................................................... 132
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TL-MR6400
300Mbps Wireless N 4G LTE Router
Package Contents
The following items should be found in your package:
300Mbps Wireless N 4G LTE Router TL-MR6400
Power Adapter for TL-MR6400
Ethernet cable
Quick Installation Guide
Micro/Nano to Standard SIM Card Adapter
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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
1.1 Overview of the router
The 300Mbps Wireless N 4G LTE Router, TL-MR6400, shares the latest generation 4G LTE
network with multiple Wi-Fi devices, anywhere you want. It creates a Wi-Fi with speed up to
300Mbps. Also four Ethernet ports add your wired devices to the 4G LTE network.
Broad Wi-Fi Coverage and Targeted Connection
Featuring two fixed external antennas and high power amplifiers, TL-MR6400 is able to boost
Wi-Fi coverage throughout your home. Advanced Beamforming technology enables
TL-MR6400 to focus Wi-Fi signal to connected devices, delivering a more targeted and highly
efficient wireless connection.
Interchangeable LAN/WAN Port - Versatile Connectivity
The TL-MR6400 supports 4G LTE or Ethernet WAN connections (EWAN), which allows users to
have the flexibility of different Internet connections among LTE, cable or fiber modem using its
SIM card slot and interchangeable LAN/WAN port. This unique feature makes it easier when
users need to change to fiber or cable services when necessary.
Guest Network
Guest Network Access provides secure Wi-Fi access for guests sharing your home or office
network in a controlled manner without needing to expose private Wi-Fi access codes or other
personal data.
IPv6 Supported
TL-MR6400 supports IPv6, which is the foundation of the next generation of the Internet and
enables a range of new services and improved user experience.
1.2 Conventions
The router or TL-MR6400 mentioned in this guide stands for 300Mbps Wireless N 4G LTE
Router TL-MR6400 without any explanation.
1.3 Main Features
Supports 4G/3G/2G network
LTE: Cat4
FDD-LTE:
800MHz(Band20)/900MHz(Band8)/1800MHz(Band3)/2100MHz(Band1)/2600MHz(Band7)
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TDD-LTE: 2300MHz(Band40)、2600MHz(Band38）
DC-HSPA+/ HSPA+/HSPA/UMTS: 900/2100MHz
EDGE/GPRS/GSM: 850/900/1800/1900MHz
4G LTE supported with up to 150Mbps downloads and 50Mbps uploads speeds
Supports 802.11b/g/n
Wireless N speed up to 300Mbps
Ethernet WAN (EWAN) offers another broadband connectivity option for connecting DSL,
cable or fiber modems
Guest Network Access provides secure Wi-Fi access for guests sharing your home or
office network
Parental Controls allow parents or administrators to establish restricted access policies for
children or staff
Bandwidth Control makes it easier for you to manage the bandwidth of devices connected
to the router（Only in EWAN mode）
Easy wireless security encryption at a push of the WPS button
IPv6 supported, meeting the demands for the next generation of Internet
Wi-Fi On/Off Button allows users to turn their wireless radio on or off
WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK encryptions provide user networks with active defense against
security threats
Quick Setup provides a quick & hassle free installation process
Support up to 10 IPSec VPN tunnels simultaneously, offering you the most economic way
to connect to the company's central network securely
SPI and NAT firewall protects end-user devices from potential attacks across the Internet
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1.4 Panel Layout
1.4.1 The Front Panel
Figure 1-1 Front Panel sketch
The router’s LEDs are located on the front panel (View from left to right).
Name Status Indication
(Power)
On System initialization is complete.
Flashing
System initializing or firmware upgrading is in process. Do not
disconnect or power off the router.
Off Power is off.
(Internet)
On Internet connection is available.
Off No Internet connection.
(4G)
On The router is using the 4G network.
Off The router is using another network other than the 4G network.
(Wireless)
On The wireless radio is enabled.
Off The wireless radio is disabled.
(LAN)
On At least one LAN port is connected.
Off No LAN port is connected.
(WPS)
On/Off
Turns On when a WPS synchronization is established and
automatically turns Off about 5 minutes later.
Flashing A wireless device is trying to connect to the network via WPS. This
process may take up to 2 minutes.
(Signal
Strength)
On
Indicates the mobile Internet signal strength the router receives in
the current location. More lit bars indicates a better signal strength.
Off No signal.
Table 1-1 The LEDs description
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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).
POWER: The Power socket is where you will connect the power adapter. Please use the
power adapter provided.
POWER ON/OFF:The switch for the power.
LAN (1, 2, 3): These ports (1, 2, 3) connect the router to the local PC(s).
LAN4/WAN:This port can be LAN or WAN port depending on the working mode.
WPS/RESET: This button is used for both WPS and RESET function.
•Used as RESET button
With the router powered on, press and hold down the WPS/RESET button on the rear
panel of the router until the Power LED starts flashing. The router will restore and reboot
automatically.
•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.
SIM Card:Insert the SIM card into the slot.
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Chapter 2. Connecting the router
2.1 System Requirements
SIM card with Internet access enabled
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
The router supports two modes, 3G/4G router mode and Standard Wireless Router mode.
You can deploy the mode appropriate to your actual network environment. To connect the router,
please take the following steps for different modes.
a. 3G/4G Router Mode
In 3G/4G router mode, with a 3G/4G SIM card, this Router can join a 3G/4G network as well as
act as a wireless central hub to broadcast its SSID. Thus, the other wireless devices can
connect to the router so as to join the same 3G/4G network.
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1. Install the 4G LTE antennas and position them upwards.
2. Insert the SIM card into the slot until you hear a click.

Note:
Micro or Nano-SIM card must be converted using a standard SIM card adapter provided by
TP-LINK.
3. Turn on the router.
4. Verify the hardware connection by checking the following LEDs’ status. If the Internet LED
is on, your router is connected to the Internet successfully.

Note:
For better Internet connection, make sure 3 to 4 bars of the Signal Strength LED are
lit. Otherwise, relocate the router to a location that receives a strong mobile Internet signal,
such as near a window.
b. Standard Wireless Router Mode
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.
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1. Power off your modem (if the modem has a backup battery, please remove it too.), and
disconnect your existing router if you have one.
2. Connect the LAN4/WAN port on your Router to the Modem’s LAN port with an Ethernet
cable.
3. Power on the modem and wait for 2 minutes.
4. Make sure the WiFi ON/OFF switch is ON. Then plug the provided power adapter into the
Power jack and the other end to a standard electrical wall socket. Press the POWER
ON/OFF button to power on the Router. (Before you power on the Router, please make sure
your computer is NOT connected to any other wireless network.)
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