TP-Link TL-WN727N V3 User Guide
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1. 2 To switch to another wireless network adapter Here you can switch to another adapter installed in your computer The adapters successfully installed in your computer will be listed in the drop down menu if the adapters are supported by this utility 3 To switch to SoftAP mode Once enabled the adapter will be able to work as an AP 4 To change the power save mode 29 TL WN727N 150Mbps Wireless N USB Adapter TP LINK The Rellable Choice E 2 Status Network select wireless configuration tool Use TP LINK Wireless Configuration Utility Use Windows wireless configuration tool Wireless network adapter switch Please choose a wireless network adapter wireless Network Connection TL WN727N c ft amp P made QON OFF Power Save mode ON OFF Figure 4 7 4 3 About The About screen gives you information about the Driver and Utility versions of the adapter Right click on the Mill icon in your system tray and select About from the list Open Radio OFF Switch to Soft4P made Exit LL L 6 12 2012 Figure 4 8 TP LINK Wireless Configuration Utility LIT version 1 5 6 en 009 WEF version 1 3 2 4 Driver version 3 1 8 0 Copyright C 2013 TP LINK TECHNOLOGIES CO LTD All rights reserved Figure 4 9 30 TL WN727N 150Mbps Wireless N USB Adapter Chapter 5 AP Mode In Soft AP mode the adapter will work as an AP Suppose that only one computer in your house c2. Non condensing Storage Temperature 40 C 70 C 40 F 158 F Storage Humidity 5 90 RH Non condensing Only 2 412GHzZ 2 462GHz is allowed to be used in USA which means only channel 1 11 is available for American users to choose 39 TL WN727N RENTAL ATIUM S Appendix B Glossary gt 802 11b The 802 11b standard specifies a wireless product networking at 11 Mbps using direct sequence spread spectrum DSSS technology and operating in the unlicensed radio spectrum at 2 4GHz and WEP encryption for security 802 11b networks are also referred to as Wi Fi networks 802 11g specification for wireless networking at 54 Mbps using direct sequence spread spectrum DSSS technology using OFDM modulation and operating in the unlicensed radio spectrum at 2 4GHz and backward compatibility with IEEE 802 11b devices and WEP encryption for security 802 11n 802 11n builds upon previous 802 11 standards by adding MIMO multiple input multiple output MIMO uses multiple transmitter and receiver antennas to allow for increased data throughput via spatial multiplexing and increased range by exploiting the spatial diversity perhaps through coding schemes like Alamouti coding The Enhanced Wireless Consortium EWC was formed to help accelerate the IEEE 802 11n development process and promote a technology specification for interoperability of next generation wireless local area networking WLAN products Ad hoc Network An ad
3. One TL WN727N 150Mbps Wireless N USB Adapter Quick Installation Guide One USB cable One Resource CD for TL WN727N including e TP LINK Wireless Configuration Utility TWCU and Drivers e User Guide e Other helpful information VON V WV Make sure that the above items are contained in the package If any of the above items are damaged or missing please contact your distributor amp Note The adapter mentioned in this User Guide stands for TL WN727N 150Mbps Wireless N USB Adapter without any explanation TL WN727N 150Mbps Wireless N USB Adapter TL WN727N RENTAL ATIUM S Chapter 1 Product Overview 1 1 Introduction The adapter is a 802 11n client device designed to deliver a high speed and unrivaled wireless performance for your desktop With a faster wireless connection you can get a better Internet experience such as downloading gaming video streaming With the 802 11n technology higher throughput improvements using MIMO multiple input multiple output antennas the TL WN727N s auto sensing capability allows high packet transfer rate of up to 150Mbps for maximum throughput It has good capability on anti jamming and it can also interoperate with other wireless 802 11b products The adapter supports WEP WPA and WPA2 encryption to prevent outside intrusion and protect your personal information from being exposed The adapter is easy to install and manage with the Quick Setup Wizard guiding you step by step
4. del To connect to this network click Connect You might need to enter settings additional information WRS541 amp Security enabled wireless network SOHO_AT Figure 3 30 4 Ifthe network is security enabled you will be prompted to enter the key as shown below If not you will connect to the network directly without entering a key Wireless Network Connection The network TP LINK Network requires a network key also called a WEP key or WP key network key helps prevent unknown intruders from connecting to this network Type the key and then click Connect Connect Cancel Network key Confirm network key Figure 3 31 3 3 4 In Windows 8 Windows 8 users may use the built in wireless utility Follow the steps below 1 Click the icon n at the bottom of your screen and a network list will appear at the right side of your screen Select your target network and then click Connect 23 TL WN727N 150Mbps Wireless N USB Adapter Networks Wi Fi 3 Network Connect automatically Figure 3 32 2 Ifthe network is unencrypted you will directly connect to it If the network is encrypted enter the password network security key and then click Next to continue GARE Network Enter the network security key You can also connect 4 by pushing the button on the router Figure 3 33 Note You can also push the WPS QSS button on your router as hinted You can also conne
5. hoc network is a group of computers each with a Wireless Adapter connected as an independent 802 11 wireless LAN Ad hoc wireless computers operate on a peer to peer basis communicating directly with each other without the use of an access point Ad hoc mode is also referred to as an Independent Basic Service Set IBSS or as peer to peer mode and is useful at a departmental scale or SOHO operation DSSS Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum DSSS generates a redundant bit pattern for all data transmitted This bit pattern is called a chip or chipping code Even if one or more bits in the chip are damaged during transmission statistical techniques embedded in the receiver can recover the original data without the need of retransmission To an unintended receiver DSSS appears as low power wideband noise and is rejected ignored by most narrowband receivers However to an intended receiver i e another wireless LAN endpoint the DSSS signal is recognized as the only valid signal and interference is inherently rejected ignored FHSS Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum FHSS continuously changes hops the carrier frequency of a conventional carrier several times per second according to a pseudo random set of channels Because a fixed frequency is not used and only the transmitter and receiver know the hop patterns interception of FHSS is extremely difficult Infrastructure Network An infrastructure network is a group of computers or ot
6. or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter CE Mark Warning C 1588 This is a class B product In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures Canadian Compliance Statement This device complies with Industry Canada license exempt RSS standard s Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause interference and 2 This device must accept any interference including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Cet appareil est conforme aux norms CNR exemptes de licence d Industrie Canada Le fonctionnement est soumis aux deux conditions suivantes 1 cet appareil ne doit pas provoquer d interf rences et 2 cet appareil doit accepter toute interf rence y compris celles susceptibles de provoquer un fonctionnement non souhait de l appareil Industry Canada Statement Complies with the Canadian ICES 003 Class B specifications Cet appareil num rique de la classe B est conforme la norme NMB 003 du Canada This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada This Class B device meets all the requirements of the Canadian interference causing equipment regulations Cet appareil num rique de la Classe B respecte toutes les exigences du R glement sur le mat riel brouilleur du Canada Korea Warning Statements qup abus SSS AREA Fse do NCC No
7. through the installation process and the TP LINK Wireless Configuration Utility instructing you to quickly set up a wireless connection With unmatched wireless performance reception and security protection the TL WN727N is the best choice for easily adding or upgrading wireless connectivity to your desktop 1 2 Features gt Complies with IEEE 802 11n IEEE 802 119 IEEE 802 11b standards Supports WPA WPA2 data security TKIP AES encryption Supports high rate of up to 150Mbps for maximum throughput supports automatically adjust to lower speeds due to distance or other operating limitations Provides USB 2 0 interface Supports Ad Hoc and Infrastructure modes Good capability on anti jamming Supports roaming between access points when configured under Infrastructure mode Easy to configure and provides monitoring information Supports Windows XP Windows Vista Windows 7 and Windows 8 VV ON ON V WV TL WN727N MRE eon ATA IUGERA 1 3 Hardware Overview LED status The driver has not been installed The adapter s radio has been disabled The driver has been installed but no data is being transmitted or received Flashing Quickly Data is being transmitted or received amp Note When the card failed to connect to a wireless network the LED may be off Please choose your Flashing Slowly network and try to connect again Chapter 2 Installation 2 1 Hardware Installation There are two ways to in
8. 02 11n IP Address 192 168 1 23 signal Strength a Um 100 Excellent Figure 3 8 3 2 To connect using WPS WPS Wi Fi Protected Setup function allows you to add a new wireless device to an existing network quickly If the wireless router supports QSS or Wi Fi Protected Setup WPS you can establish a wireless connection between wireless card and router using either Push Button Configuration PBC method or PIN method 3 2 1 PBC Push Button Configuration method 1 Press the WPS RESET button for 2 3 seconds on the back panel of the router Here takes router TL WR841ND for example Wireless N Router 2 Press the WPS button on the adapter There are two ways Method One Press and hold the WPS button on the adapter directly for 2 3 seconds until Figure 3 11 appears 13 TL WN727N 150Mbps Wireless N USB Adapter Figure 3 9 gt Method Two Open TWCU and click WPS tab Select Push the button on my access point or wireless router and then click Connect TP LINK The Reliable Choice Pi WPS Status WPS This application will guide you through configuring your wireless network Please choose a method to Join a wireless network Push the button on my access point or wireless router Enter the PIN of my access point or wireless router Enter the PIN of this device inta my access point or wireless router Connect Figure 3 10 3 The adapter will be connectin
9. 7 After all the steps above you will see the screen below Click Finish to complete the setup Install5 hield H Wizard has finished Installation Click Finish to exit the wizard Co in Gees Figure 2 7 8 After installation the utility configuration page will automatically pop up as shown in the following figure and the icon will appear in your system tray To connect to a network please refer to Chapter 3 Connect to a Wireless Network TL WN727N 150Mbps Wireless N USB Adapter TP LINK The Reliable Choice Status WPS Network i Advanced Network Name SSID Security Channel Signal TP LINK_7DBC8B None 2 2 46 TP LINK_ Network WPA2 Personal 13 2 46 TP LINK 130969 None 6 2 4G TP LINK 012345 None 10 2 4G TP LINK 130919 None 7 2 4G TP LINK 1043C2 WPA WPA2 Personal 11 2 4G TPLINK DATA TRANS WPA Personal 11 2 4G ChinaMet gvz7 WPA2 Personal 1 2 4G Figure 2 8 TL WN727N 150Mbps Wireless N USB Adapter Chapter 3 Connect to a Wireless Network With both the hardware and software successfully installed into your computer you can quickly connect to a wireless network using one of the following methods gt Method One To connect using TWCU TP LINK Wireless Configuration Utility TL WN727N uses the TP LINK Wireless Configuration Utility as the management software The utility provides you an easy interface to connect to a network and to chang
10. Connection x SSID SoftAP security Type WPA2 PSK Encryption Type AES Security Key 12345678 7 Shaw characters IP Address 182 158 137 1 Figure 5 3 gt SoftAP mode Select to enable or disable the function gt Internet Connecting Share ICS Specify a connection through which devices connected to your AP can access the Internet gt SSID Enter the name for your soft AP for example Jone so that others can know which AP is yours when trying to connect to it The default name SSID is tp link gt Security Type The security type here is set to be WPA2 PSK which is based on 802 1 1i and uses Advanced Encryption Standard instead of TKIP It was designed to improve the security features of WEP WPA2 PSK uses a passphrase or key to authenticate your wireless connection You needn t make any configuration here Encryption Type The encryption type here is set to be AES Security Key Enter the Key in the field to make your AP security enabled lt is recommended that you specify another key instead of the default key 12345678 Only by entering the corresponding key can other computers establish a successful connection with your AP gt IP Address Here displays the IP address of the SoftAP 32 TL WN727N 150Mbps Wireless N USB Adapter Chapter 6 Uninstall Software 6 1 In Windows XP Vista 7 6 1 1 Uninstall the utility software from your PC 1 On the Windows taskbar click the Start button
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12. TP LINK User Guide TL WN727N 150Mbps Wireless N USB Adapter quoe K AN 49 D 1910010806 COPYRIGHT amp TRADEMARKS Specifications are subject to change without notice TP LINK is a registered trademark of TP LINK TECHNOLOGIES CO LTD Other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders No part of the specifications may be reproduced in any form or by any means or used to make any derivative such as translation transformation or adaptation without permission from TP LINK TECHNOLOGIES CO LTD Copyright 2013 TP LINK TECHNOLOGIES CO LTD All rights reserved http www tp link com FCC STATEMENT FC This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the fol
13. an access the Internet for various reasons like only one WLAN port is available on your wired broadband router however other wireless capable devices also want to share the Internet Then the adapter can be configured as an AP under the Soft AP mode saving you the trouble of having to get a separate access point or a router With this feature a computer can use a single physical wireless adapter to connect as a client to a hardware access point while at the same time acting as a software AP allowing other wireless capable devices to connect to it To switch to this mode right click on the utility icon in your system tray and select Switch to SoftAP mode Open Radio OFF Switch to SofAP mode About Exit Px cu 3 24 2011 Figure 5 1 Or from the Advanced page of the utility tick ON under the SoftAP mode as shown in the following figure Click OK when prompted to confirm the setting TP LINK The Reliable Choice Pa D Le Status i Advanced Select wireless con i Use TP LINK VW Are you sure to turn on the SoftAP configuration taal T mode Wireless network a Please choose a n TL WNF27N g SoftAP mode OK Cancel ON Power Save mode ON Figure 5 2 31 TL WN727N BEEN THAM S The Soft AP icon should then appear beside Advanced icon in the utility TP LINK The Reliable Choice Status WPS Network SoftAP mode ON OFF Internet Connecting Share IC3 Local Area
14. c gt Security Type Select the security type from the list Three options are available WPA PSK WPA2 PSK WEP and None The security type should be the same as on your router or access point otherwise you will not be able to build a successful connection WPA PSK WPA2 PSK uses a passphrase or key to authenticate your wireless connection The key must be the exact same key entered on your wireless router or access point None stands for no security It is recommended to enable WPA PSK WPA2 PSK on your wireless router or access point before configuring your wireless adapter 2 TL WN727N 150Mbps Wireless N USB Adapter amp Note You will see Figure 4 2 if you selected the security type WPA PSK WPA2 PSK while if you selected the security type WPA WPA2 Enterprise Figure 4 3 will be displayed gt Encryption Type From the drop down menu select the encryption type that is the same as on your router or access point gt Security Key Enter the passphrase exactly as it is on your wireless router or access point Click the Show characters box to see the passphrase Unchecking it will hide it gt Start this connection automatically check this box to automatically connect to this network next time gt Save Click Save to save your settings Having completed the above settings the Profile page should look like the following figure To connect to a desired network just highlight the network you would like to connect to and c
15. ce in the Metro interface then App Bar will appear below the Metro interface click All apps Find the TP LINK application and click Uninstall TP LINK TL WN727N Driver 36 TL WN727N 150Mbps Wireless N USB Adapter CA Steps Recorder o c TP LIMK Wireless Sticky Notes C Oanfiauratnin ig Uninstall TP LIMK TL WA 7M Dnver m Uninstall TP LINK A Windows Fax and A TL WN727N m Scan Uninstall TP LINK Eu Windows Journal Wireless Windows Media Player Calculator WordPad Figure 6 9 2 Click Yes to start uninstalling the driver software from your PC Figure 6 10 3 It may take a few minutes to undergo the whole un installation process Setup Status TP LINK Install hield Fi Wizard i removing the driver lnstallS held Cancel Figure 6 11 4 Click Finish when the figure below appears 37 TL WN727N 150Mbps Wireless N USB Adapter Uninstall Complete TP LINK Installs hield R Wizard has finished Uninstallation Click Finish to exit the wizard lt Back Cancel Figure 6 12 38 TL WN727N 150Mbps Wireless N USB Adapter 50Mbps Wireless N USB Adapter Appendix A Specifications oma ooo 11b 1 2 5 5 11Mbps Radio Data Rate 119 6 9 12 18 24 36 48 54Mbps 11n Up to 150Mbps 11b CCK QPSK BPSK Modulation 11g OFDM 11n QPSK BPSK 16 QAM 64 QAM Environmental and Physical Working Temperature 0 C 40 C 32 F 104 F Working Humidity 10 90 RH
16. click All programs gt TP LINK and then click Uninstall TP LINK Wireless Configuration Utility e d Accessories i Canon MG6200 series English d Canon MG6200 series Manual di Canon Utilities m Coupons di DAEMON Tools Lite d Games Music Ji HP di Maintenance m Microsoft Office di Microsoft Silverlight Computer Documents Pictures Games Control Panel Devices and Printers Figure 6 1 Uninstall Utility 2 Follow the Install Shield Wizard to uninstall the utility software from your PC Do you want to completely remove the selected application and all of its features Figure 6 2 3 Click Finish when the figure below appears 33 TL WN727N 150Mbps Wireless N USB Adapter Uninstall Complete InstallShield Wizard has finished uninstalling T P LINK Wireless Configuration Utility lt Back Finish J Cams Figure 6 3 6 1 2 Uninstall the driver software from your PC 1 On the Windows taskbar click the Start button click All programs gt TP LINK and then click Uninstall TP LINK TL WN727N Driver e di Accessories di Canon MG6200 series English di Canon MG6200 series Manual d Canon Utilities di Coupons d DAEMON Tools Lite d Games Music HP di Maintenance m Microsoft Office L di Microsoft Silverlight Computer Documents Pictures Games di Snagit 9 Control Panel Devices and Printers Default Programs Help and Support Figure 6 4 Uninstal
17. connection has been successful as shown in Figure 3 18 Add A New Device Enter the new device s PIN PIN 19342306 Press the button of the new device in two minutes Connect successtully Figure 3 17 Configuring the wireless network successfully connected to the network by Wes Figure 3 18 3 3 To connect using Windows built in wireless utility 3 3 1 In Windows 7 Windows 7 users may use the built in wireless utility Follow the steps below 17 TL WN727N 150Mbps Wireless N USB Adapter 1 Left click the wireless icon si in your system tray lower right corner The utility will display any available wireless networks in your area Highlight the wireless network displayed using the SSID to be connected and then click Connect NetworkProfile BISDDE ZIP 88 7 A 5CD 1E Infra KeyTest TP LIMK Metworkl V Connect automatically Connect TP LINK_1B0F28 wall TPLINK_030407 TP LINK 5CD71E oul Auto Test m Open Network and Sharing Center Figure 3 19 2 Ifthe network you would like to connect is security enabled enter the same security key or passphrase that is on your router Or push the WPS QSS button other brands may call it WPS on the router or access point You will be prompted to push the button on the window if QSS function is supported as shown in the figure below If the network to be connected is not secure the connection will be built without entering a key a Co
18. ct by pushing the button on the router Then click Next to continue 3 When Connected appears behind the SSID as shown below you have successfully connected to the target network 24 TL WN727N 150Mbps Wireless N USB Adapter Networks Wi Fi 3 Network Connected ill Figure 3 34 amp Note If the adapter is connected to the network for the first time you will be asked whether to turn on sharing or connect to devices Please select Yes or No according to your Internet environment Networks Network Do you want to turn on sharing between PCs and connect to devices on this network No don t turn on sharing or connect to devices For networks in public places Yes turn on sharing and connect to devices For home or work networks Figure 3 35 25 TL WN727N RENNAIS Et Chapter 4 Management This section will show you how to configure your TL WN727N adapter using the TP LINK Wireless Configuration Utility TWCU The TL WN727N adapter uses the TP LINK Wireless Configuration Utility as the management software The utility provides users with an easy interface to change any settings related to the adapter Double clicking on the icon on your desktop will start the utility 4 1 Profile Your wireless networks may vary in different places like home office or coffee shop With Profile management you can easily save and manage various networks to be connected saving you the tro
19. cted Access A wireless security protocol uses TKIP Temporal Key Integrity Protocol encryption which can be used in conjunction with a RADIUS server 41
20. cting Install Driver Only will only install driver Click Next to continue Setup Type Select the setup type that TP LINK Click the type of setup you prefer Install Driver Onl Description Install TP LINE Wireless Configuration Utility and Driver Choose this option to install TF LIME wireless Configuration Utility and driver This i the recommended option InstallShield Figure 2 3 4 5 TL WN727N 150Mbps Wireless N USB Adapter Click Change to specify the destination location for the software or you can leave it default Click Next in the screen below to continue and Driver InstallS Install TP LINK Wireless Configuration Utility and Driver to LS TP LINK Wireless Configuration Utility InstallShield Figure 2 4 Click Install to continue the setup TP LINK Wireless Configuration Utility and Driver InstallShield Wizard Ready to Install ti The wizard is ready to be TP LINK d d Click Install to begin the installation IF pau want to review or change any of your installation settings click Back Click Cancel ta exit the wizard InstallShield Figure 2 5 TL WN727N 150Mbps Wireless N USB Adapter 6 The utility and drivers will install This may take 1 2 minutes TRI LAS LE Ire j WRITEEL Setup Status TP LINK The InstallShield Wizard is installing TP LINE Wireless Configuration Utility and Driver InstallShield Cancel Figure 2 6
21. e any settings related to the wireless adapter gt Method Two To connect using WPS By this method you can connect to your network quickly on the condition that your router or access point supports QSS or WPS as is called by some other brands gt Method Three To connect using Windows built in wireless utility Windows users may use the built in wireless utility to connect to a wireless network For specific operations please go to To connect using Windows built in wireless utility 3 1 To connect using TWCU 1 After installation the utility configuration page will automatically pop up on the screen If the utility page does not pop up you can also launch the utility by double clicking on the icon on your desktop or the Ff icon in your system tray TP LINK The Reliable Choice z 2 U 79 Status WPS Network i Advanced Network Mame SSID Security Channel Signal TP LINK 7 CA4926 Mane 4 2 4 TP LINK Network WPA2 Personal 13 2 4G TP LINK 130969 None 6 2 4G TF LIMK BF134C WPAJANPA2 Enterprise 4 2 46 TP LINK 130919 Mone 7 2 4G TP LINK 1043C2 WPA WPA2 Personal 11 2 4G TPLINK DATA TRANS WPA Personal 11 2 4G TP LINK D84F73 WEP 7 2 46 Figure 3 1 2 The Network page will display all wireless networks that are available in your area To connect to a network simply highlight the wireless network name SSID and click TL WN727N 150Mbps Wireless N USB Adapter Connect If you t
22. el No TL WN727N Trademark TP LINK We declare under our own responsibility that the above products satisfy all the technical regulations applicable to the product within the scope of Council Directives Directives 1999 5 EC Directives 2006 95 EC Directives1999 519 EC Directives 2011 65 EU The above product is in conformity with the following standards or other normative documents ETSI EN 300 328 V1 7 1 2006 ETSI EN 301 489 1 V1 9 2 2011 amp ETSI EN 301 489 17 V2 1 1 2009 EN 60950 1 2006 A11 2009 A1 2010 A12 2011 EN 62311 2008 The product carries the CE Mark C 1588 Person is responsible for marking this declaration Yang Hongliang Product Manager of International Business Date of issue 2013 TP LINK TECHNOLOGIES CO LTD Building 24 floors 1 3 4 5 and 28 floors 1 4 Central Science and Technology Park Shennan Rd Nanshan Shenzhen China Package Contents se cie 1 Chapter 1 Product Overview isisssiscsicsscccteniccactictnitiie enero 2 MM LA LEO 0 10 HOM isiceernset 5th toate terrence nse den IEEE 2 WZ PO AIG SR N 2 V3 Hardware Overview states ta dab rau Cr o Pa a ua ota dub cH id 3 Chapter 2 Installatioltzsinbsiotedri Sn de A Rae 4 21 FHAlOWaAre NS ANATION zu i casco oe PS eie uti erect eo seta e RPM As 4 2 2 SOIWale Iristallallolkus Re ne AR RS ee en dite 4 Chapter 3 Connect to a Wireless Network e eere rennen 9 9 4 Toconnect sing T VOLU us SE
23. g to the target network Configuring the wireless network Connecting to the network Figure 3 11 14 TL WN727N 150Mbps Wireless N USB Adapter 4 When the following window appears you have successfully connected to the network Configuring the wireless network Successfully connected to the network by ps Figure 3 12 3 2 2 PIN method There are two ways to configure the WPS by PIN method 1 Enter the PIN from your AP device 2 Enter a PIN into your AP device Following are detailed configuration procedures of each way 3 2 2 1 Enter the PIN from your AP device 1 Open TWCU and click WPS tab Select Enter the PIN of my access point or wireless router In the empty field beside PIN enter the PIN labeled on the bottom of the router here takes 13492564 for example If you have generated a new PIN code for your router please enter the new one instead Click Connect to continue TP LINK The Reliable Choice Network Profile Advanced f wes This application will quide you through configuring your wireless network Please choose a method to join a wireless network Push the button on my access point or wireless router Enter the PIN of my access point or wireless router PIN 13492564 Enter the PIN of this device into my access point or wireless router Connect Figure 3 13 15 TL WN727N 150Mbps Wireless N USB Adapter 2 The adapter will be connecting to the target netwo
24. her Certificate or Password With Certificate as your authentication you need to select one specific certificate from the drop down list as shown in Figure 3 4 With Password as your authentication you should enter the right user name and password in the corresponding field as shown in Figure 3 5 Authentication Certificate wv Certificate Figure 3 4 Authentication Password User Name user Password Show characters Figure 3 5 3 Wireless network of None If you selected a wireless network of None that is no security is set you can get directly connected to this network without any further configuration 11 TL WN727N 150Mbps Wireless N USB Adapter Please wait a few minutes for the connection process Connecting to TP LINK Metworkl Figure 3 6 You have now successfully connected to your network Click Close to enjoy the Internet Connected to TP LINK Network1 Figure 3 To view more information about the network currently connected click Status in the tools section and the page will display information such as the network type link quality and wireless mode 12 TL WN727N RENTAL NT Et EE TP LINK The Reliable Choice 2 sc WP amp Status Network Profile Name TP LINK Network Network Name SSIDy TP LIMK Network Network Type Infrastructure Rate 150Mbps Channel 4 24G Encryption Type AES AP MAC 94 0C 6D 2F 3C BE Wireless Mode 8
25. her devices each with a Wireless Adapter connected as an 802 11 wireless LAN In infrastructure mode the wireless devices communicate with each other and to a wired network by first going through an access point An infrastructure wireless network connected to a wired network is referred to as a Basic Service Set BSS A set of two or more BSS in a single network is referred to as an Extended Service Set ESS Infrastructure mode is useful at a corporation scale or when it is necessary to connect the wired and wireless networks 40 TL WN727N RENTAL NE S Spread Spectrum Spread Spectrum technology is a wideband radio frequency technique developed by the military for use in reliable secure mission critical communications systems It is designed to trade off bandwidth efficiency for reliability integrity and security In other words more bandwidth is consumed than in the case of narrowband transmission but the trade off produces a signal that is in effect louder and thus easier to detect provided that the receiver knows the parameters of the spread spectrum signal being broadcast If a receiver is not tuned to the right frequency a spread spectrum signal looks like background noise There are two main alternatives Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum DSSS and Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum FHSS SSID A Service Set Identification is a thirty two character maximum alphanumeric key identifying a wireless local area network For
26. ick Connect automatically the adapter will automatically connect to your target network next time TP LINK The Reliable Choice Status WPS M m Te EN Network Mame SSID Security Channel Signal TP LINK 7 CAB2B5 None 4 2 46 TP LINK Network1 Bh wrA2 Personal 9 2 4G Connect automatically Connect TP LINK 130969 None 6 2 46 TP LINK BF134C WPAAVPA2 Enterprise 4 2 46 TP LINK 130919 None 7 2 4G TP LINK 104302 WPA WPA2 Personal 11 2 4G TPLINK_DATA TRANS WPA Personal 11 2 46 Figure 3 2 3 You will be prompted different windows when you choose wireless network of different security types 1 Wireless network of WPA WPA2 Personal If you selected a wireless network of the security type WPA WPA2 Personal you will be prompted to enter the password in the security key field as shown in Figure 3 3 Or you can push the WPS QSS button on your Router if it features the WPS QSS function to quickly build a connection without entering the security key password Please input the password Show characters You can also connect by pushing the button on the router Figure 3 3 Note The security key password can be found on the configuration page of your Router or Access Point 10 TL WN727N 150Mbps Wireless N USB Adapter 2 Wireless network of WPA WPA2 Enterprise If you selected a wireless network of the security type WPA WPA2 Enterprise you will be prompted to choose a type of authentication eit
27. l Driver 2 Following the steps then the system will uninstall the driver software of the adapter from your PC 34 TL WN727N 150Mbps Wireless N USB Adapter 6 2 In Windows 8 6 2 1 Uninstall the utility software from your PC 1 Enter the Metro interface right click any blank place in the Metro interface then App Bar will appear below the Metro interface click All apps Find the TP LINK application and click Uninstall TP LINK Wireless Configuration Utility CA Steps Recorder oO TP LINK Wireless Ema Sticky Notes bf Configuration 18 s aa Uninstall TP LINK Ld Windows Fax and TI AAP TE rd I Karn Uninstall TP LIMK Wireless Configuration Utility ai Uninstall TP LINK Eu Windows Journal A Wireless I Windows Media Player Calculator ES WordPad Figure 6 5 2 Click Yes to start uninstalling the utility software from your PC Figure 6 6 3 It may take a few minutes to undergo the whole un installation process 35 TL WN727N 150Mbps Wireless N USB Adapter Setup Status InstallShield Wizard i removing the TP LIME Wireless Configuration Utility Install hield Cancel Figure 6 7 4 Click Finish when the figure below appears Uninstall Complete InstallShield Wizard has Finished uninstalling T P LIME Wireless Configuration Utility lt Back Cancel Figure 6 8 6 2 2 Uninstall the driver software from your PC 1 Enter the Metro interface right click any blank pla
28. lick the Connect button on the bottom of the window TP LINK The Reliable Choice Status Profile Name Network Type Security Connected TP LINK Network1 Infrastructure WPA PSK WPA Office TP LIMK BF134C Infrastructure s VPAAVPAZ CoffeeShop TP LINK CB3A52 Infrastructure None Modify Remove Connect Figure 4 4 4 1 2 Modify a profile You may edit an existing profile by clicking the Modify button from the Profile page For instance you may like to change the profile name from Home to Home1 or you may want to specify another SSID for profile Home After all the changes click Save to make the changes take effect 28 TL WN727N 150Mbps Wireless N USB Adapter Profile Name Home SSID TP LINK Network 1 Network Type Infrastructure ad hoc Start this connection automatically Cancel Figure 4 5 4 1 3 Delete a profile To delete an existing profile highlight the profile name and click Remove on the bottom of the screen or press the Delete button on your keyboard When the following figure appears click OK to continue Are you sure to delete the selected network profiles Cancel Figure 4 6 4 2 Advanced The following configurations can be made on the Advanced page 1 To select wireless configuration tool Here you can decide which tool to use either the TP LINK Configuration Utility or the Windows wireless configuration tool This option is available only in Windows XP
29. lowing measures e Heorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment Note The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modifications to this equipment Such modifications could void the user s authority to operate the equipment FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment This device and its antenna must not be co located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements this grant is applicable to only Mobile Configurations The antennas used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co located
30. nnect to a Metwork Type the network security key Secu rity key IIITITIIIIII Cancel Figure 3 20 3 You have now successfully connected to the network 18 TL WN727N 150Mbps Wireless N USB Adapter Wireless Network Connection 6 TP LINK_ Networki Connected NetworkProfile BLSDDE_ LP Be FAT 1B0F28 Infra_KeyTest TP LINK 1BOF28 TP LINK BI9DDE ZLP t TP LINK 8877A7 MW Open Network and Sharing Center 10 12 AM EN B oF d af IP owl rer Figure 3 21 3 3 2 In Windows Vista Windows Vista users may use the built in wireless utility Follow the steps below 1 Open the wireless utility by right clicking on the wireless computer icon in your system tray as shown in the figure below Select Connect to a network Mot Connected LE You are currently not c g connected to any networks Connect to a network Network and Sharing Center Ce 10 04 Figure 3 22 2 The utility will display any available wireless networks in your area Highlight the wireless network you would like to connect and then click Connect 19 TL WN727N RENTAL NT Et EE fey Connect to a network Select a network to connect to Show All Wireless Network Connection 6 mi TP LINK Metworkl Security enabled network Li TP LINK 1B0F28 Security enabled network i Infra KeyTest Security enabled network Open Network and Sharing Center Connect Cancel Figure 3 23 3 Ifthe network you would like to connect is
31. rk Configuring the wireless network searching for an available network LLLLILLLLILLILILLLILLLLIELLLL Current PIM 13492564 Figure 3 14 3 When Figure 3 12 appears you have successfully connected to the network 3 2 2 2 Enter a PIN into your AP device 1 Open TWCU and click WPS tab Select Enter the PIN of this device into my access point or wireless router In the field beside PIN you will see the PIN value of the adapter which is randomly generated Click Connect to continue TP LINK The Reliable Choice Pa z D 2 wes ar a X di Status WPS Network Profile Advanced iy This application will guide you through configuring your wireless network Please choose a method to join a wireless network Push the button on my access point or wireless router Enter the PIN of my access point or wireless router Connect Figure 3 15 2 Open your router s Web based Utility and click WPS link on the left of the main menu Then click Add device and the following figure will appear Enter the PIN value of the adapter in the empty field beside PIN and then click Connect 16 TL WN727N 150Mbps Wireless N USB Adapter Add New Device Enter the new device s PIM PIN 15342306 Press the button of the new device in two minutes Figure 3 16 3 When Connect successfully appears on the screen the WPS configuration is complete Or you can view the adapters utility page to see whether the
32. security enabled enter the same security key or passphrase that is on your router If the network to be connected is not secure the connection will be built without entering a key fey Connect to a network Type the network security key or passphrase for TP LINK_Network1 The person whe setup the network can give you the key or passphrase Security key or passphrase E Display characters Er If you have a USB flash drive with network settings for TP LINK_ Network insert it now cance Figure 3 24 4 You have now successfully connected to the network 20 TL WN727N 150Mbps Wireless N USB Adapter e ur Connect to a network Successfully connected to TP LINK Network1 v Start this connection automatically Figure 3 25 3 3 3 In Windows XP Windows XP users may use the built in wireless utility Follow the steps below 1 Right click on the utility icon in your system tray lower right corner Select Switch to Windows wireless configuration tool Open Radia OFF Switch ta Windows wireless configuration tool Switch ta Saft amp P made About Exit Figure 3 26 Or double click the utility icon to load the utility configuration page Click Advanced in the tools section and then select Use Windows wireless configuration tool in the figure shown below Click OK when Figure 3 28 appears to continue 21 TL WN727N 150Mbps Wireless N USB Adapter TP LINK The Reliable Choice E 2 Stat
33. stall the Adapter 1 Plug the Adapter directly to the USB port on your computer 2 Connect the Adapter and your computer through the USB cable attached in package Note The prompted Found New Hardware Wizard screen will pop up when the adapter is installed correctly Click Cancel 2 2 Software Installation The adapter s Setup Wizard will guide you through the installation procedures for Windows XP Windows Vista Windows 7 and Windows 8 The procedures in different systems are quite similar therefore here takes the procedures in Windows 7 for example 1 Insert the Resource CD into your CD ROM drive and the window below will appear Select model TL WN727N There will be a menu including Install Driver amp Utility and User Guide Click Install Driver amp Utility to begin TP LINK Setup Wizard The Reliable Choice Wireless N Product t User Guide Figure 2 1 TL WN727N 150Mbps Wireless N USB Adapter TL WN727N 150Mbps Wireless N USB Adapter 2 The InstallShield Wizard window will appear Click Next to continue Welcome to the InstallShield Wizard for TP LIMK Wireless Configuration Utility and Driver The InstallShield Wizard wall install TP LINK Wireless Configuration Utility and Driver on your computer To continue click Nest lt Back Net Figure 2 2 3 Choose a setup type It is recommended to select Install TP LINK Wireless Configuration Utility and Driver Sele
34. the wireless devices in a network to communicate with each other all devices must be configured with the same SSID This is typically the configuration parameter for a wireless PC card It corresponds to the ESSID in the wireless Access Point and to the wireless network name See also Wireless Network Name and ESSID WEP Wired Equivalent Privacy A data privacy mechanism based on a 64 bit or 128 bit or 152 bit shared key algorithm as described in the IEEE 802 11 standard To gain access to a WEP network you must know the key The key is a string of characters that you create When using WEP you must determine the level of encryption The type of encryption determines the key length 128 bit encryption requires a longer key than 64 bit encryption Keys are defined by entering in a string in HEX hexadecimal using characters 0 9 A F or ASCII American Standard Code for Information Interchange alphanumeric characters format ASCII format is provided so you can enter a string that is easier to remember The ASCII string is converted to HEX for use over the network Four keys can be defined so that you can change keys easily Wi Fi A trademark of the Wi Fi Alliance and the brand name for products using the IEEE 802 11 family of standards WLAN Wireless Local Area Network A group of computers and associated devices communicate with each other wirelessly which network serving users are limited in a local area WPA Wi Fi Prote
35. tice TEX RE AIDE ERE RCHERE FIR UE Be MONS PA DE CNE UE AN ET SER R NK T EBERT EERDE SS DUCK RSD EE ANE RA ST ROA I Or RUN Wee E SCTHBISOI SALE ARSE TSE EZR RIS AE WIA ea de RASC RON REX LR BEDS EBC PE RES MZ FE TERARI AE RTE e EH EUR ESOS a BR BeTa AS di YE DJ HI RUE FH AS nn o eiiis d anche RJSAR JOURS TP GR AEE TAR o eu IRS AK EX MUR SIA PE im E o OA p O DOES DUR PE m ERE TENTE 32 5 SEEKS mx D HO o OS NE m BOR EU SNA 7 RIEA AE RATER ERJA CE S BL IIR eT ER TT HMR ARTE ER HITES cE uH BOHEMIA TEITER VE lIponykr CepTUdiKOBaHO 3riAHO c npaBAnaMM cuctemu YkpCETIPO Ha BinnoBinHicTb BUMOraM HOPMATUBHUX OOKYMeHTIB Ta BMMOTaM WUO nepen6aueHi dAHHMMM 3aKOHOLaBMMMM aKTaMM YkpalHM Safety Information e When product has power button the power button is one of the way to shut off the product when there is no power button the only way to completely shut off power is to disconnect the product or the power adapter from the power source e Dont disassemble the product or make repairs yourself You run the risk of electric shock and voiding the limited warranty If you need service please contact us Avoid water and wet locations This product can be used in the following countries TP LINK TP LINK TECHNOLOGIES CO LTD DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY For the following equipment Product Description 150Mbps Wireless N USB Adapter Mod
36. uble of having to repeat the same configurations Click Profile in the tools section the following page will appear TP LINK The Reliable Choice WPS Network Profile Name Network Type Security Connected Figure 4 1 4 1 1 Add a profile To add a profile click the Add button on the bottom of the screen Then the configuration window will appear 26 TL WN727N RENNES Profile Marne Home aol TP LINK Network v Network Type Infrastructure ad hac Security Type wpA PSKMIPA2 PSK v Encryption Type TKIFAES v Security Key Fee Show characters Start this connection automatically Cancel Figure 4 2 Network Type Infrastructure ad hoc security Type WPANYPA2 a Encryption Type TKIPIAES Authentication Certificate v Lc Certificate wifi user WiFiintermediate CA Start this connection automatically Cancel Figure 4 3 The following items can be found on the screen gt Profile Name Enter a name for your profile e g Home Office CoffeeShop The same name is not allowed Please also note that no space is allowed between words gt SSID Select the target network from the drop down list gt Network Type Select the network type If you are connecting to a wireless router or access point select Infrastructure If you are connecting to another wireless client such as an adapter select ad ho
37. us Network Advanced Select wireless configuration tool Use TP LINK Wireless Configuration Utility O Use Windows wireless configuration tool Wireless network adapter switch Please choose a wireless network adapter Wireless Network Connection TL NT27N onuft4 amp P made Q ON 9 OFF Power Save mode Q ON 9 OFF Figure 3 27 Are you sure to use Windows wireless configuration teal OK Cancel Figure 3 28 2 Right click on the wireless computer icon in your system tray lower right corner Select View Available Wireless Networks Change Windows Firewall settings Open Network Connections Repair View Available Wireless Networks 26 AM Figure 3 29 3 The utility will display any available wireless networks in your area Click on a network displayed using the SSID and click the Connect button 22 TL WN727N 150Mbps Wireless N USB Adapter i Wireless Network Connection 32 Network Tasks Choose a wireless network a Refresh network list Click an item in the list below to connect to a wireless network in range or to get more information TP LIMK 254350 lt Set up a wireless network For a home or small office E Security enabled wireless network WPA Related Tasks up TP LINK_CB3452 i Re lec it Security enabled wireless network WPA networking fs TP LINK_Network1 fy Change the order of x preferred networks Wd Security enabled wireless network WPAZ ge eee
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