TP-Link TD-8816 manual The Back Panel, Installation Environment, Connecting the Router

Models: TD-8816

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2.2The Back Panel

TD-8816

ADSL2+ Modem Router User Guide

2.2The Back Panel

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¾ON/OFF: The switch for the power.

¾POWER: The Power plug is where you will connect the power adapter.

¾LAN: Through the port, you can connect the Router to your PC or the other Ethernet network devices.

¾RESET: There are two ways to reset the Router's factory defaults.

Method one: With the Router powered on, use a pin to press and hold the Reset button (about 5 seconds) until the SYS LED becomes quick-flash from slow-flash. And then release the button and wait the router to reboot to its factory default settings.

Method twoRestore the default setting from “Maintenance-SysRestart” of the Router's Web-based Utility.

¾LINE: Through the port, you can connect the Router with the telephone.

2.3Installation Environment

¾The Product should not be located where it will be exposed to moisture or excessive heat.

¾Place the Router in a location where it can be connected to the various devices as well as to a power source.

¾Make sure the cables and power cord are placed safely out of the way so they do not create a tripping hazard.

¾The Router can be placed on a shelf or desktop.

2.4Connecting the Router

Before installing the device, please make sure your broadband service provided by your ISP is available. If there is any problem, please contact your ISP. You need to connect the device to the phone jack, the power outlet, and your computer or network. Before cable connection, cut off the power supply and keep your hands dry. You can follow the steps below to install it.

Step 1: Connect the ADSL Line.

Method one: Plug one end of the twisted-pair ADSL cable into the ADSL LINE port on the rear panel of TD-8816, and insert the other end into the wall socket.

Method twoYou can use a separate splitter. External splitter can divide the data and voice, and then you can access the Internet and make calls at the same time. The external splitter has three ports:

LINE: Connect to the wall jack

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TP-Link TD-8816 manual The Back Panel, Installation Environment, Connecting the Router, ADSL2+ Modem Router User Guide