TP-Link TD-W8901N manual Connecting the Modem Router

TD-W8901N150Mbps Wireless N ADSL2+ Modem Router User Guide

2.4Connecting the Modem 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. 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 port on the rear panel of TD-W8901N, and insert the other end into the wall socket.

Method two：You 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

•PHONE: Connect to the phone sets

•MODEM: Connect to the ADSL port of TD-W8901N

Plug one end of the twisted-pair ADSL cable into the ADSL port on the rear panel of TD-W8901N. Connect the other end to the MODEM port of the external splitter.

Step 2: Connect the Ethernet cable. Attach one end of a network cable to your computer’s Ethernet port or a regular hub/switch port, and the other end to the LAN port on the TD-W8901N.

Step 3: Power on the computers and LAN devices.

Step 4: Attach the power adapter. Connect the power adapter to the power connector on the rear of the device and plug in the adapter to a electrical outlet or power extension. The electrical outlet shall be installed near the device and shall be easily accessible.

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