TP-Link TL-WR642G manual Quick Installation Guide, 4.1 TCP/IP configuration

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Chapter 4: Quick Installation Guide

TL-WR642G108M Wireless Router User Guide

Chapter 4: Quick Installation Guide

After connecting the TL-WR642G Router into your network, you should configure it. This chapter describes how to configure the basic functions of your TL-WR642G Wireless Router. These procedures only take you a few minutes. You can access the Internet via the router immediately after successfully configured.

4.1 TCP/IP configuration

The default IP address of the TL-WR642G 108Mbps Wireless Router is 192.168.1.1, and the default Subnet Mask is 255.255.255.0. These values can be seen from the LAN. They can be changed as you desire, as an example we use the default values for description in this guide.

Connect the local PCs to the LAN ports on the router. There are then two means to configure the IP address for your PCs.

Configure the IP address manually

1)Set up the TCP/IP Protocol for your PC(s). If you need instructions as to how to do this, please refer to Appendix B: "Configuring the PCs."

2)Configure the network parameters. The IP address is 192.168.1.xxx ("xxx" is from 2 to 254), Subnet Mask is 255.255.255.0, and Gateway is 192.168.1.1 (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(s). If you need instructions as to how to do this, please refer to Appendix B: "Configuring the PCs."

2)Power off the router and PC(s). Then turn on the router, and restart the PC(s). The built-in DHCP server will assign IP addresses for the PC(s).

Now, you can run the Ping command in the command prompt to verify the network connection between your PC(s) and the router. The following example is in Windows 2000 OS.

Open a command prompt, and type ping 192.168.1.1, then press Enter.

Figure 4-1: Successful result of Ping command

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Contents Page COPYRIGHT & TRADEMARKS 5.4.1 LAN 5.8.5 Remote Management Package contents TL-WR642G 108M Wireless Router User GuideChapter 1 About this Guide 1.1 Purposes1.2 Conventions 1.3 Overview of this User Guide2.2 Features Chapter 2 Introduction2.1 Overview of the Router 2.3 Panel Layout 2.3.1 The Front Panel2.3.2 The Rear Panel Wireless antenna Factory Default Reset buttonThere are two ways to reset the routers factory defaults Figure 2-2 Rear Panel sketchChapter 3 Connecting the Router 3.2 Installation Environment Requirements3.3 Connecting the Router 3.1 System Requirements108M Wireless Router User Guide Switch/HubTL-WR642G （XDSL 、Cable 、Ethernet ）Chapter 4 Quick Installation Guide 4.1 TCP/IP configuration4.2 Quick Installation Guide Figure 4-4 Login Windows Figure 4-7 Quick Setup - PPPoE In this page, you can configure the following wireless parameters Chapter 5 Configuring the Router 5.1 login2. Wireless Radio, SSID, Channel, Mode, Wireless MAC address and IP address5.3 Quick Setup Please refer to Section 4.2 Quick Installation Guide5.4 Network 5.4.1 LAN 5.4.2 WANFigure 5-4 WAN - Dynamic IP Figure 5-4a WAN - 802.1X + Dynamic IP Figure 5-5a WAN - 802.1X + Static IP Connect Manually - You can configure the router to make it connect or disconnect manually. After a specified period of inactivity Max Idle Time, the router will disconnect your Internet connection, and not be able to re-establish your connection automatically as soon as you attempt to access the Internet again. To use this option, click the radio button. If you want your Internet connection to remain active at all times, enter 0 in the Max Idle Time field. Otherwise, enter the number in minutes that you wish to have the Internet connecting last unless a new link is requested 5.4.3 MAC Clone 5.5 Wireless 5.5.1 Wireless SettingsMode - Select the desired wireless mode. The options are 5.5.2 MAC Filtering Figure 5-11 Wireless MAC address Filtering 6. Click the Save button to save this entry 5.5.3 Wireless Statistics 5.6.1 DHCP Settings 5.6 DHCP5.6.2 DHCP Clients List 5.6.3 Address ReservationTo Reserve IP addresses To modify A Reserved IP addressTo delete all Reserved IP addresses 5.7 Forwarding 5.7.1 Virtual ServersTo setup a virtual server entry To delete a service entryTo delete all service entries To modify a virtual server entryFigure 5-20 Port Triggering Once configured, operation is as follows Modifying an existing rule Deleting an existing ruleTo delete all rules 5.7.3 DMZ5.7.4 UPnP 5.8 Security 5.8.1 Firewall5.8.2 IP Address Filtering 5.8.3 Domain Filtering TL-WR642G 108M Wireless Router User Guide 5.8.4 MAC Filtering 5.8.5 Remote Management 5.8.6 Advanced Security Enable ICMP-FLOOD Attack Filtering - Enable or Disable the ICMP-FLOOD 5.9 Static Routing To add static routing entriesTo modify an existing entry 1. Modify the entry’s Destination IP Address, Subnet Mask and Gateway5.10 DDNS To delete all the entries5.10.1 Oray.net DDNS 5.11 System Tools 5.10.2 Comexe.cn DDNS5.11.1 Time 5.11.2 Firmware5.11.3 Factory Defaults 5.11.4 Reboot 5.11.5 Password5.11.6 Log 5.11.7 StatisticsStatistics Table Appendix A FAQ 1. How do I configure the router to access Internet by ADSL users?3. I want to use Netmeeting, what do I need to do? 4. I want to build a WEB Server on the LAN, what should I do? 5. The wireless stations cannot connect to the router Appendix B Configuring the PCs 1. Install TCP/IP component2. Configure TCP/IP for your computer Assigned by DHCP Sever Setting IP address manually Figure B-7 IP Address tab click Add button. Shown below Figure B-9 DNS Configuration tab Appendix C Specifications TL-WR642GGeneral Environmental and PhysicalAppendix D Glossary Domain Name - A descriptive name for an address or group of addresses on the Internet Appendix E Contact Information E-mail support@tp-link.com
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TL-WR642G specifications

The TP-Link TL-WR642G is a wireless router that was designed to meet the growing demands for reliable home networking solutions. Known for its balance of performance and affordability, this router has become a go-to choice for many households and small offices looking for efficient internet connectivity.

One of the main features of the TL-WR642G is its adherence to the 802.11g wireless standard, which provides a theoretical maximum data transfer rate of up to 54Mbps. This makes it suitable for various applications, including web browsing, streaming media, and online gaming. It operates in the 2.4 GHz frequency band, which is widely supported by a multitude of devices, ensuring compatibility and convenience for users.

The TL-WR642G comes equipped with a built-in NAT (Network Address Translation) router that allows multiple devices to share a single internet connection without compromising speed or performance. By using this feature, users can connect various devices – from laptops to smartphones and smart TVs – without the need for additional networking hardware. The router also includes a 4-port 10/100Mbps LAN switch, giving users the flexibility to connect wired devices directly for faster and more stable internet access.

In terms of security, the TP-Link TL-WR642G supports various encryption methods such as WEP, WPA, and WPA2, ensuring that your wireless network remains secure from unauthorized access. This is especially important in today’s digital age, where online security threats are prevalent.

Another notable characteristic is the easy setup and management interface provided by TP-Link. The TL-WR642G features a web-based management platform that allows users to configure network settings with minimal effort. This user-friendly interface caters to both novice users and network professionals, making it accessible to all.

Furthermore, the router is equipped with a variety of advanced management features, such as IP and MAC address filtering, parental controls, and network traffic statistics. This allows users to control access to the network while monitoring usage patterns for better management.

In conclusion, the TP-Link TL-WR642G stands out as a reliable and user-friendly router, with its solid performance, essential security features, and easy-to-manage interface. It offers a practical solution for anyone looking to enhance their home or small office network with dependable wireless connectivity.
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