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TP-Link TL-WR840N Introduction, Overview of the Router, Incredible Speed, Flexible Access Control

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Chapter 1.Introduction

TL-WR840N300Mbps Wireless N Router User Guide

Chapter 1.Introduction

1.1 Overview of the Router

The TL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router integrates 4-port Switch, Firewall, NAT-Router and Wireless AP. Powered by 2x2 MIMO technology, the 300Mbps Wireless N 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-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router provides up to 300Mbps wireless connection with other 802.11n wireless clients. The incredible speed makes it ideal for handling multiple data streams at the same time, which ensures your network stable and smooth. The performance of this 802.11n wireless Router will give you the unexpected networking experience at speed much faster than 802.11g. It is also compatible with all IEEE 802.11g and IEEE 802.11b products.

Multiple Security Protections

With multiple protection measures, including SSID broadcast control and wireless LAN 64/128/152-bit WEP encryption, WiFi protected Access (WPA2- PSK, WPA- PSK), as well as advanced Firewall protections, the TL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router provides complete data privacy.

Flexible Access Control

The TL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router provides flexible access control, so that parents or network administrators can establish restricted access policies for children or staff. It also supports Virtual Server and DMZ host for Port Triggering, and then the network administrators can manage and monitor the network in real time with the remote management function.

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.

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TL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router REV1.0.1 1910011003COPYRIGHT & TRADEMARKS FCC STATEMENT FCC RF Radiation Exposure StatementCE Mark Warning Canadian Compliance StatementIndustry Canada Statement Korea Warning StatementsSafety Information 安全諮詢及注意事項This product can be used in the following countries Product Description 300Mbps Wireless N Router DECLARATION OF CONFORMITYEN 300 328 V1.7.1 EN 301 489-1 V1.9.22011& EN 301 489-17 EN EN EN 61000-3-22006+A12009+A22009 ENCONTENTS Package ContentsChapter 2. Connecting the Router Chapter 3. Quick Installation Guide4.7.2 Appendix A FAQ Appendix B Configuring the PCAppendix C Specifications Appendix D GlossaryPackage Contents TL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router User GuideFlexible Access Control Simple InstallationChapter 1.Introduction 1.1 Overview of the Router1.3 Main Features 1.2 ConventionsTL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router User Guide 1.4 Panel Layout 1.4.1 The Front PanelName Statusz Used as RESET button 1.4.2 The Rear Panelz Used as WPS button TL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router User GuideChapter 2. Connecting the Router 2.2 Installation Environment Requirements2.3 Connecting the Router 2.1 System RequirementsTL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router User Guide 6. Power on your PC and Cable/DSL ModemFigure 2-1 Hardware Installation Figure 2-2 Wall-mount Install Chapter 3. Quick Installation Guide 3.1 TCP/IP ConfigurationTL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router User Guide Please check the connection following these steps TL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router User Guide3.2 Quick Installation Guide Enter keyTL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router User Guide TL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router User Guide Figure 3-5 Quick SetupFigure 3-6 WAN Connection Type TL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router User Guide Figure 3-7 Quick Setup - L2TP/Russia L2TPTL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router User Guide Figure 3-9 Quick Setup - PPPoETL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router User Guide Figure 3-10 Quick Setup - MAC CloneFigure 3-11 Quick Setup - MAC Clone 300Mbps Wireless N Router User Guide TL-WR840Nz PSK Password - You can enter ASCII or Hexadecimal characters TL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router User Guide4.6 Wireless TL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router User Guide5. Then you will see the Finish page Chapter 4.Configuring the Router 4.1 Login4.2 Status TL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router User Guide4.3 Quick Setup Please refer to 3.2 Quick Installation GuideTL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router User Guide 4.4 WPSI. Use the Wi-Fi Protected Setup Button TL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router User GuideII. Enter the client device’s PIN on the Router III. Enter the Router’s PIN on your client deviceTL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router User Guide 4.5 Network 4.5.1 WANTL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router User Guide TL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router User Guide ¾ Host Name - This option specifies the Host Name of the RouterTL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router User Guide Figure 4-8 WAN - PPPoETL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router User Guide Figure 4-9 PPPoE Advanced SettingsTL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router User Guide TL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router User Guide ¾ 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 from your Internet connection, and you will not be able to re-establish your connection automatically as soon as you attempt to access the Internet again. To use this option, check the radio button. IfTL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router User Guide Figure 4-11 PPTP Settings4.5.2 MAC Clone z Dynamic IP - Connections which use dynamic IP address assignmentz Static IP - Connections which use static IP address assignment TL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router User Guide4.5.3 LAN Only the PC on your LAN can use the MAC Address Clone functionTL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router User Guide 4.6 Wireless 4.6.1 Wireless SettingsTL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router User Guide TL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router User Guide 4.6.2 Wireless Security TL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router User GuideTL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router User Guide Figure 4-17 Wireless SecurityEncryption - You can select either Automatic, or TKIP or AES TL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router User Guide4.6.3 Wireless MAC Filtering TL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router User GuideTo modify or delete an existing entry TL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router User Guide4.6.4 Wireless Advanced TL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router User Guide4.6.5 Wireless Statistics TL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router User Guide4.7.1 DHCP Settings 4.7 DHCPThis page will be refreshed automatically every 5 seconds TL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router User Guide4.7.2 DHCP Client List TL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router User Guide4.7.3 Address Reservation To Reserve an IP addressTL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router User Guide To modify or delete an existing entryTo set up a virtual server entry 4.8 Forwarding4.8.1 Virtual Servers TL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router User Guide4.8.2 Port Triggering TL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router User GuideTo modify or delete an existing entry Figure 4-32 Add or Modify a Virtual Server EntryTo add a new rule, follow the steps below TL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router User Guide4.8.3 DMZ 3. Incoming Ports cannot overlap each otherTL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router User Guide To modify or delete an existing entry4.8.4 UPnP To assign a computer or server to be a DMZ server300Mbps Wireless N Router User Guide TL-WR840N4.9 Security 4.9.1 Basic SecurityTL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router User Guide 4.9.2 Advanced Security TL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router User GuideTL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router User Guide Figure 4-39 Advanced Security4.9.3 Local Management 300Mbps Wireless N Router User GuideTL-WR840N 4.9.4 Remote Management TL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router User GuideFigure 4-41 Remote Management 4.10 Parental Control To add a new entry, please follow the steps belowTL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router User Guide TL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router User Guide 7. Click the Save button4.11Access Control 4.11.1 RuleTL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router User Guide There are two methods to add a new rule Method One TL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router User GuideTL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router User Guide If the MAC Address is selected, you can see the following itemTL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router User Guide If the Domain Name is selected, you will see the following itemsMethod Two TL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router User GuideTL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router User Guide In Host field, select Host1 In Target field, select Target14.11.2 Host TL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router User GuideFigure 4-52 Host Settings To add a new entry, please follow the steps below4.11.3 Target TL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router User GuideFigure 4-55 Target Settings To add a new entry, please follow the steps belowTL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router User Guide Figure 4-56 Add or Modify an Access Target Entry4.11.4 Schedule TL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router User GuideFigure 4-57 Add or Modify an Access Target Entry Figure 4-58 Schedule SettingsTo add a new schedule, follow the steps below TL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router User GuideFigure 4-59 Advanced Schedule Settings 4.12Advanced Routing 4.12.1 Static RoutingTo add static routing entries, follow the steps below TL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router User Guide4.12.2 System Routing Table TL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router User Guide4.13.1 Control Settings 4.13 Bandwidth Control4.13.2 Rules List 300Mbps Wireless N Router User GuideTo add/modify a Bandwidth Control rule, follow the steps below TL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router User Guide4.14 IP & MAC Binding Setting 4.14.1 Binding SettingsTL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router User Guide 4.14.2 ARP List To add IP & MAC Binding entries, follow the steps belowTo modify or delete an existing entry, follow the steps below To find an existing entry, follow the steps below4.15 Dynamic DNS 4.15.1 Comexe.cn DDNSTL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router User Guide To set up for DDNS, follow these instructions 4.15.2 Dyndns.org DDNSTL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router User Guide 4.15.3 No-ip.com DDNS TL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router User GuideFigure 4-74 No-ip.com DDNS Settings 4.16.1 Time Settings 4.16 System ToolsTL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router User Guide To set time manually To set time automaticallyTo set Daylight Saving 2. The time will be lost if the router is turned off4.16.2 Diagnostic TL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router User Guide4.16.3 Firmware Upgrade To upgrade the Routers firmware, follow these instructions belowTL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router User Guide 4.16.4 Factory Defaults 4.16.5 Backup & Restore4 The Router will reboot after the upgrading has been finished TL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router User Guide4.16.6 Reboot TL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router User Guide4.16.7 Password 4.16.8 System LogTL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router User Guide TL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router User Guide Figure 4-85 Mail Account Settings4.16.9 Statistics TL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router User GuideFigure 4-86 Statistics Statistics Table 300Mbps Wireless N Router User GuideReset TL-WR840NAppendix A FAQ 1. How do I configure the Router to access Internet by ADSL users?300Mbps Wireless N Router User Guide TL-WR840N3. I want to use NetMeeting, what do I need to do? TL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router User GuideTL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router User Guide Figure A-5 Add or Modify a Virtual server Entry4. I want to build a WEB Server on the LAN, what should I do? 300Mbps Wireless N Router User GuideTL-WR840N Figure A-7 Basic Security5. The wireless stations cannot connect to the Router TL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router User GuideAppendix B Configuring the PC 1. Configure TCP/IP component300Mbps Wireless N Router User Guide TL-WR840N¾ Setting IP address automatically ¾ Setting IP address manually300Mbps Wireless N Router User Guide Now you have two ways to configure the TCP/IP protocol below300Mbps Wireless N Router User Guide Now click OK to keep your settingsTL-WR840N Appendix C Specifications WirelessGeneral Environmental and PhysicalAppendix D Glossary TL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router User GuideTL-WR840N 300Mbps Wireless N Router User Guide ¾ PPPoE Point to Point Protocol over Ethernet - PPPoE is a protocol for connecting remote hosts to the Internet over an always-on connection by simulating a dial-up connection