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TP-Link TL-WR802N Wireless N Nano Router User Guide
User Guide
300Mbps Wireless N Nano Router TL-WR802N
Contents
About This Guide ..... 1
Chapter 1. Get to Know About Your Router ..... 2
1.1. Product Overview ..... 3
1.2. Panel Layout ..... 3
Chapter 2. Connect the Hardware ..... 4
2.1. Position Your Router ..... 5
2.2. Connect Your Router ..... 5
Chapter 3. Set Up Internet Connection Via Quick Setup Wizard ..... 8
3.1. Log In to the Router ..... 9
3.2. Set Up Internet Connection ..... 9
Chapter 4. Configure the Router in Wireless Router Mode ..... 11
4.1. Status ..... 12
4.2. Operation Mode ..... 13
4.3. Network ..... 14
4.4. Wireless ..... 22
4.5. Guest Network ..... 30
4.6. DHCP ..... 31
4.7. Forwarding ..... 34
4.8. Security ..... 38
4.9. Parental Controls ..... 43
4.10. Access Control ..... 44
4.11. Advanced Routing ..... 46
4.12. Bandwidth Control ..... 48
4.13. IP&MAC Binding ..... 49
4.14. Dynamic DNS ..... 51
4.15. IPv6 ..... 53
4.16. System Tools ..... 58
4.17. Log out ..... 64
Chapter 5. Configure the Router in Hotspot Router Mode ..... 65
5.1. Status ..... 66
5.2. Operation Mode ..... 67
5.3. Network ..... 68
5.4. Wireless ..... 76
5.5. Guest Network ..... 85
5.6. DHCP ..... 86
5.7. Forwarding ..... 89
5.8. Security ..... 93
5.9. Parental Controls ..... 98
5.10. Access Control ..... 99
5.11. Advanced Routing ..... 101
5.12. Bandwidth Control ..... 103
5.13. IP&MAC Binding ..... 104
5.14. Dynamic DNS ..... 106
5.15. IPv6 ..... 108
5.16. System Tools ..... 113
5.17. Log out ..... 119
Chapter 6. Configure the Router in Access Point Mode ..... 120
6.1. Status ..... 121
6.2. Operation Mode ..... 122
6.3. Network ..... 122
6.4. Wireless ..... 123
6.5. DHCP ..... 130
6.6. System Tools ..... 133
6.7. Log out ..... 139
Chapter 7. Configure the Router in Range Extender Mode ..... 140
7.1. Status ..... 141
7.2. Operation Mode ..... 142
7.3. Network ..... 142
7.4. Wireless ..... 143
7.5. DHCP ..... 147
7.6. System Tools ..... 150
7.7. Log out ..... 154
Chapter 8. Configure the Router in Client Mode ..... 155
8.1. Status ..... 156
8.2. Operation Mode ..... 157
8.3. Network ..... 157
8.4. Wireless ..... 158
8.5. DHCP ..... 159
8.6. System Tools .....161
8.7. Log out .....165
FAQ .....166
About This Guide
This guide is a complement to Quick Installation Guide. The Quick Installation Guide provides instructions for quick internet setup, while this guide contains details of each function and demonstrates how to configure them.
When using this guide, please notice that features of the router may vary slightly depending on the model and software version you have, and on your location, language, and internet service provider. All screenshots, images, parameters and descriptions documented in this guide are used for demonstration only.
Conventions
In this guide the following conventions are used:
| Convention | Description |
| Underlined | Underlined words or phrases are hyperlinks. You can click to redirect to a website or a specific section. |
| Teal | Contents to be emphasized and texts on the web page are in teal, including the menus, items, buttons and so on. |
| > | The menu structures to show the path to load the corresponding page. For example, Advanced > Wireless > MAC Filtering means the MAC Filtering function page is under the Wireless menu that is located in the Advanced tab. |
| Note: | Ignoring this type of note might result in a malfunction or damage to the device. |
| Tips: | Indicates important information that helps you make better use of your device. |
More Info
The latest software, management app and utility are available from the Download Center at $ \underline{\text{www.tp-link.com/support}} $.
Specifications can be found on the product page at $ \underline{\text{http://www.tp-link.com}} $.
The Quick Installation Guide can be found where you find this guide or inside the package of the router.
A Technical Support Forum is provided for you to discuss our products at $ \underline{\text{http://forum.tp-link.com.}} $
Our Technical Support contact information can be found at the $ \underline{\text{Contact Technical Support}} $ page at www.tp-link.com/support.
Get to Know About Your Router
This chapter introduces what the router can do and shows its appearance. It contains the following sections:
• $ \underline{\text{Product Overview}} $
• $ \underline{\text{Panel Layout}} $
1.1. Product Overview
To meet the wireless needs of almost any situation you might encounter, the TP-Link portable router, with multiple operation modes, is designed for home and travel use. The portable size of the router means that you can put it in your pocket and take it with you wherever you go. The built-in adapter makes it perfect for travelers, students, and anyone else living a life on the go.
1.2. Panel Layout
1.2.1. Top View
tp-link LAN/WAN POWER
LED Explanation
| Status | Indication |
| Solid | The router is connected to the host Wi-Fi network or internet. |
| Blinking steadily | The router is disconnected from the host Wi-Fi network or internet. |
| Blinking irregularly | The router is booting or updating firmware. |
Port and Button Description
Connect the Hardware
This chapter contains the following sections:
• $ \underline{\text{Position Your Router}} $
• $ \underline{\text{Connect Your Router}} $
2.1. Position Your Router
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The product should not be located in a place where it will be exposed to moisture or excessive heat.
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Place the router in a location where it can be
