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TL-WR843ND
300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router
Rev: 1.0.0
1910010694
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COPYRIGHT & TRADEMARKS Specifications are subject to change without notice. is a registered trademark of TP-LINK TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD. Other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. No part of the specifications may be reproduced in any form or by any means or used to make any derivative such as translation, transformation, or adaptation without permission from TP-LINK TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD. Copyright © 2012 TP-LINK TECHNOLOGIES CO.,
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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 per
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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. Korea Warning Statements 당해 무선설비는 운용중 전파혼신 가능성이 있음. NCC Notice 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及功能。 低功率射頻電機之使用不得影響飛航安全及干擾合法通信；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，指依電信法規定作業之無線電通信。低功率射頻電
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TP-LINK TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY For the following equipment: Product Description: 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router Model No.: TL-WR843ND 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
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CONTENTS Package Contents.....................................................................................................1 Chapter 1. Introduction.........................................................................................2 1.1 Overview of the Router...............................................................................................2 1.2 Conventions ...............................................................................................................3
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4.7.5 Wireless Statistics.........................................................................................52 4.8 DHCP.......................................................................................................................53 4.8.1 DHCP Settings .............................................................................................53 4.8.2 DHCP Client List...........................................................................................54 4.8.3 Address R
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4.17.1 Time Settings................................................................................................90 4.17.2 Diagnostic.....................................................................................................92 4.17.3 Firmware Upgrade........................................................................................94 4.17.4 Factory Defaults ...........................................................................................95 4.17.5 Backup & Restor
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TL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide Package Contents The following items should be found in your package: TL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router Power Adapter for TL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router Quick Installation Guide Resource CD for TL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client 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 mis
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TL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide Chapter 1. Introduction 1.1 Overview of the Router The TL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router integrates 4-port Switch, Firewall, NAT-Router and Wireless AP. Powered by 2x2 MIMO technology, the 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client 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. Incredible Speed The TL-WR843ND
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TL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide Simple Installation 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. 1.2 Conventions The Router or TL-WR843ND mentioned in this guide stands for TL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP
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TL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide 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 Off Power is off. （Power） On Power is on. Flashing The Router is working properly. (System) On/Off The Router has a system error. Off The Wireless function is disabled. (WLAN) Flashing The Wireless function is enabled. Off There is no device linked to th
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TL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide 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-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router. 4,3,2,1 (LAN): These ports (4,3,2,1) connect the Router to the local PC(s). INTERNET: This INTERNET
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TL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide 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. Wireless antenna: To receive and transmit the wireless data. - 6 -
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TL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide 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
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TL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide a) WISP Client Router Mode Figure 2-1 Hardware Installation of the TL-WR843ND in WISP Client Router mode 1. Connect the notebook/PC to the LAN port of TL-WR843ND router with an Ethernet cable. 2. Plug one end of the provided power adapter into the POWER jack of the router, and the other end to a standard electrical wall socket. 3. Press the ON/OFF button of the router. b) Standard Wireless Router Mode Figure 2-2 Hardware Instal
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TL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide Figure 2-3 Wall-mount Install Note: The diameter of the screw, 4mm
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TL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide Chapter 3. Quick Installation Guide This chapter will show you how to configure the basic functions of your TL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router using Quick Setup Wizard within minutes. 3.1 TCP/IP Configuration The default domain name of the TL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router is http://tplinklogin.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 a
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TL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide 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
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TL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide 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 W
