TL-WR710N

WiFi Pocket Router/AP/TV Adapter/Repeater

8.8.1 Storage Sharing

Choose menu “USB SettingsStorage Sharing”, you can configure a USB disk drive attached to the router and view volume and share such properties as share name, capacity, used space, and free space on this page as shown below.

Figure 8-29 Storage Sharing

¾Service Status - Indicates the Network Sharing service's current status. You can click the Start button to start the Storage Sharing service and click the Stop button to stop it.

¾Volume - The volume name of the USB drive the users have access to. Volume 1-8 is mapping to USB port1, and Volume 9-16 is mapping to USB port2.

¾Capacity - The storage capacity of the USB driver.

¾Used - The used space of the USB driver.

¾Free - The available space of the USB driver.

¾Use% - The percentage of the used space.

¾Shared - Indicates the shared or non-shared status of the volume. When the volume is shared, you can click the Disable to stop sharing the volume; when volume is non-shared, you can click the Enable button to share the volume.

Click the Start button to start the Network Sharing service.

Click the Stop button to stop the Network Sharing service.

Click the Eject Disk button to safely remove the USB storage device that is connected to USB port. This takes the drive offline. A message (as shown in Figure 8-30)will appear on your web browser when it is safe to detach the USB disk.

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WiFi Pocket Router/AP/TV Adapter/repeater specifications

The TP-Link WiFi Pocket Router, also known as the TL-WR902AC, is a versatile and compact device designed to address a myriad of networking needs, making it an essential gadget for travelers and people on the go. It functions as a router, access point, repeater, and even a media adapter for TVs. With its advanced technology and user-friendly design, it is ideal for anyone looking to boost their internet connectivity.

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TP-Link’s advanced wireless security features protect user data with WPA/WPA2 encryption, ensuring that your network remains secure from unauthorized access. The device's built-in firewall also safeguards against external threats, making it a reliable choice for safe browsing while connecting to public WiFi networks.

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