TP-Link TL-WN725N V2 User Guide
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1.2. ipoayKkT CepTUdIKOBaHO 3rigHo c npaBAnaMM cuctemu YkpCETIPO Ha BinnoBinHicTb BAMOTaM HODMaTMBHMX 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 Nano USB Adapter Model No TL WN725N 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 2
3. 1 5 6 en 009 1 3 2 4 1021 4 928 2012 Figure 4 9 TL WN725N KEA ANTEA Chapter 5 AP Mode In Soft AP mode the adapter will work as an AP Suppose that only one computer in your house can 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 SoftAP mode About Exit Oh rivi o 3 24 2003 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 Z 2n ES Status Network i Advanced select wireless configuration tool Use TP LINK Wireless Configuration Utility Wireless network adapter switch Please choose a wireless network adapter Are you sure to turn on the SoftAP SoftAP mode mode i ON Power Save mode ia ON Figure 5 2
4. and then click Next to continue 24 TL WN725N Bb eee ig EULATE Adapter Networks Network Enter the network security key You can also connect i by pushing the button on the router Figure 3 32 Note You can also push the WPS QSS button on your router as hinted You can also connect 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 Networks Wi Fi 3 Network Connected ill Figure 3 33 M 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 25 TL WN725N Bb eee Tie EULATE Adapter Networks Network alll Do you want to turn on sharing between PCs and connect to devices on this network Mo 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 34 26 TL WN725N KEA HEIDE USE T Chapter 4 Management This section will show you how to configure your TL WN725N adapter using the TP LINK Wireless Configuration Utility TWCU The TL WN725N adapter uses the TP LINK Wireless Configuration Utility as the management software The utility provides users with an easy interface t
5. EULATE Adapter Select the language for the the installation from the drop down list and click OK The InstallShield Wizard window will appear Click Next to continue Fr Ji a ap I4 IT perm m er InstallShield Wizard Welcome to the InstallShield Wizard for TP LIHK wireless Configuration Utility and Driver The InstallShield Wizard will install TP LINE Wireless Configuration Utility and Driver on your computer To continue click Next lt Back Newt Figure 2 2 Choose a setup type lt is recommended to select Install TP LINK Wireless Configuration Utility and Driver Selecting Install Driver Only will only install driver Click Next to continue Th TRIG LAr LI SIE Spree tr L is FEET a Setup Type Select the setup type that bi TP LINK Click the type of setup you prefer Install Driver Onl Description Install TF LIME Wireless Configuration Utility and Driver Choose this option to install TF LIME Wireless Configuration Utility and driver This is the recommended option InstallShield Figure 2 3 TL WN725N KEO TANYE 4 Click Change to specify the destination location for the software or you can leave it default Click Next in the screen below to continue TP LINK Wireless Configuration Utility and Driver InstallShield Wizard TP LINK i Install TP LINE Wireless Configuration Utility and Driver to C TP LINK Wireless Configuration Utilit
6. Network Name SSID Security Channel Signal TP LINK 7 CAS26 None 4 2 46 TP LINK Network1 WPA2 Personal 13 2 4G TP LINK 130969 Mone 6 2 4G TP LIMK BF134C WPAAWPA2 Enterprise 4 2 45 TP LINK 130919 None 7 2 4G TP LINK 104302 WPA WPA2 Personal 11 2 4G TPLINK DATA TRANS WPA Personal 11 2 46 TP LINK_D94F73 WEP 7 2 40 Figure 3 1 2 The Network page will display all wireless networks that are available in your area To TL WN725N BERT USE T connect to a network simply highlight the wireless network name and click Connect SSID Service Set Identifier is the name of the wireless network The adapter will automatically connect to your target network next time if you tick Connect automatically TP LINK The Reliable Choice Lm Status Network Profile Advanced Network Mame SSID Security Channel Signal TP LINK 7 CAB25 None 4 2 4G TP LINK Network Bb WPA2 Personal 9 2 4G 4 Connect automatically Connect TP LINK 130969 None 6 2 4G TP LINI amp BF134C WPAAVPA2 Enterprise 4 2 46 TP LINK 130919 None 7 2 4G TP LINK_1043C2 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
7. Only 2 412GHz 2 462GHz is allowed to be used in USA which means only channel 1 11 is available for American users to choose 40 TL WN725N KE TANYE 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 hoc network is a group of computers each with a Wireless Adapter connected as an independent 802 11 wireless LAN Ad hoc wi
8. TP LIMK 1BO F28 ANM TPLINK 030407 TP LIMK 5CD71E oul Auto Test A Open Network and Sharing Center Figure 3 28 If the 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 button on the router or access point You will be prompted to push the button on the window if WPS 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 Connect to a Metwork Type the network security key Security key TITILL Figure 3 29 You have now successfully connected to the network 23 TL WN725N KEA TANYE Wireless Network Connection 6 TP LINK_Networkl Connected NetworkProtile BLSDDE_ LP S877 AJ 1B0F28 Infra KeyTest TP LINK 1BO F28 TP LINK BI9DDE ZLP TP LINK 887747 MW Open Network and Sharing Center 10 12 AM EN B of d mill Bz aul io 3 29 2011 Figure 3 30 3 3 4 In Windows 8 Windows 8 users may use the built in wireless utility Follow the steps below 1 Click the icon atl 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 Networks Wi Fi 3 Network Connect automatically Figure 3 31 2 Ifthe network is unencrypted you will directly connect to it If the network is encrypted enter the password network security key
9. the password in the security key field as shown in Figure 3 3 Or you can push the WPS button on your Router if it features the WPS function to quickly build a connection without entering the security key password Please input the password Security key Shaw characters You can also connect by pushing the button on the router Cancel Figure 3 3 Note The security key password can be found on the configuration page of your Router or Access Point 10 TL WN725N Bb lee Tig EULATE 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 either 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 7 Authentication Certificate wv Certificate Figure 3 4 Authentication Password User Mama 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 WN725N BELS ER ISSN Tate OS Adapter Please wait a few minutes for the connectio
10. 006 ETSI EN 301 489 1 V1 9 2 2011 amp ETSI EN 301 489 17 V2 2 1 2012 EN 60950 1 2006 A11 2009 A1 2010 A12 2011 EN 62311 2008 The product carries the CE Mark C 1588 Person responsible for marking this declaration d d pom Jus X 7 y A 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 om 5 it cria ecen A oou cu Sosa uni eun Ou oun ULP Deut dt 1 Chapter 1 Product Overview pe 2 HOU ANP GC HOM ee toate terrence nse den IEEE 2 WZ Gl ee 2 V3 Hardware OVerVleW cecidit ee id 3 Chapter 2 nstallatlon racer shee aekt nese enced deities ee teeta eae 4 21 ardware 4nstalldllOIi zie cct re ede uta exeo teet eo etam e A redeam nS 4 2 2 SOmwane lnstallatlOn ee 4 Chapter 3 Connect to a Wireless Network pp 9 9 4 oconnect sing T VGL c sS Ota tenido uu Dod oa al eect chou E 9 32 To connect using RS 13 3 2 1 PBC Push Button Configuration method pp 13 322 uideo M TEE 15 3 3 To connect using Windows built in wireless Utility pp 18 SN MEN ngon XP ee S 18 9 9 2 JY VVIFICOWS VISIO seaside Sabie nn aon a dux ctor Dun loin eco dran ieu an d asd du 21 oro MEM VV LOWY d ER 22 Se JEFMAIDOOWS Ok daseoasatthu eat os la Sssal dei Ma boasesunea Facete cost UR doee
11. 46 INK 1043C2 WPA WPA2 Personal 11 2 4G L La La Lia L TPLINK DATA TRANS WPA Personal 11 2 4G ChinaMet gwZZ WPA2 Personal 1 2 46 Figure 2 8 TL WN725N KEA TANYE 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 TL WN725N 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 change 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 WPS as is called by some other brands 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 a v Status WPS Network i Advanced
12. Connect TP LINK The Reliable Choice i c Status WPS Network Profile Advanced ty 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 Enter the PIN of this device into my access point or wireless router Connect Figure 3 9 The adapter will be connecting to the target network 14 TL WN725N BELS ER ISSN METIRI Adapter Configuring the wireless network Searching for an available network Figure 3 10 4 When the following window appears you have successfully connected to the network Configuring the wireless network Successfully connected to the network by WPS Figure 3 11 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 15 TL WN725N BELS ER SSE El Adapter TP LINK
13. EBES RE T B Steps Recorder Oo TP LINK Wireless Ema Sticky Notes T Configuration 4 ah Uninstall TP LINK at Windows Fax and Th ARI oe RD LATERI TIRI r Scan Uninstall TP LINK Wireless Configuration Utility 4 5 Uninstall TP LINK fa Windows Journal Wireless GI Windows Media Player ES WordPad Figure 6 5 2 Click Yes to start uninstalling the utility software from your PC Do you want to completely remove the selected application and all of its features Figure 6 6 3 It may take a few minutes to undergo the whole un installation process Setup Status InstallShield Wizard i removing the TP LIME Wireless Configuration Utility InstallS hield Cancel Figure 6 7 4 Click Finish when the figure below appears 37 TL WN725N EIER TT HEBES RE T Uninstall Complete lnstallS hield Wizard has Finished uninstalling TP 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 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 TL WN725N TL WN723N Driver rz Steps Recorder Oo cm TP LIMK Wireless Sticky Notes m anfinuratinn is Uninstall TP LINK TL WN725N TL WN723MN Driver m Uninstall 1P LINK Windows Fax and TL WN 25N_TL W co Scan 4 5 Uninst
14. TP LINK User Guide TL WN725N 150Mbps Wireless N Nano USB Adapter REV 2 1 0 1910010804 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 FE 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 followi
15. The Reliable Choice zi Q 4 Status WPS Network Advanced 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 PIN 13492564 Enter the PIN of this device into my access point or wireless router Connect Figure 3 12 2 The adapter will be connecting to the target network Configuring the wireless network Searching for an available network LLLLLLLLLDLELLDELLLLELLLILLLLLIELLI Current PIN 13492564 Figure 3 13 3 When Figure 3 11 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 16 TL WN725N KEA TANYE TP LINK The Reliable Choice Wes 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 PIN 99059705 Connect Figure 3 14 Open your router s Web based Utility and click WPS link on the left of the main menu Then click Add device and the f
16. The Soft AP icon should then appear beside Advanced icon in the utility 32 TL WN725N KEA TANYE TP LINK The Reliable Choice 2 LZ WPS Status Network Profile Advance soft AP SoftAP mode ON OFF Internet Connecting Share lC S Local Area Connection 2 SSID SoftAP Security Type WPAZPSK Encryption Type AES Security Key 12345678 W Show characters IP Address 192 168 137 1 Figure 5 3 Soft AP mode Select to enable or disable the function Internet Connecting Share ICS Specify a connection through which devices connected to your AP can access the Internet 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 SoftAP Security Type The security type here is set to be WPA2 PSK which is based on 802 11i 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 neednt 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 It 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 IP Address Here displays the IP address of
17. all TP LINK fe Windows Journal Wireless Windows Media v Player Calculator A WordPad Figure 6 9 2 Click Yes to start uninstalling the driver software from your PC 38 TL WN725N KEULS oS ISSN Tate OS Adapter Do you want to completely remove the selected application and all of its features Figure 6 10 3 It may take a few minutes to undergo the whole un installation process Setup Status TP LINK InstallShield A Wizard i removing the driver Installs hield Cancel Figure 6 11 4 Click Finish when the figure below appears Uninstall Complete za TP LINK Install5 hield R Wizard has finished Uninstallation Click Finish to exit the wizard lt Back Cancel Figure 6 12 39 TL WN725N 150Mbps Wireless N Nano USB Adapter 50Mbps Wireless N Nano USB Adapter Appendix A Specifications Standards IEEE 802 11n IEEE 802 119 IEEE 802 11b IEEE 802 1x IEEE 802 11e IEEE 802 1 1i Operating System Windows XP Windows Vista Windows 7 Windows 8 Throughput 150Mbps Maximal 11b 1 2 5 5 11 Mbps 11g 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 Non condensing Radio Data Rate Storage Temperature 40 C 70 C 40 F 158 F Storage Humidity 5 90 RH Non condensing
18. 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 VV V WV TL WN725N KEA TANYE 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 Flashing Slowly TL WN725N KEO TANYE Chapter 2 Installation 2 1 Hardware Installation Plug the Adapter directly to the USB port on your computer amp amp Note The prompted Found New Hardware Wizard screen will pop up when the adapter is installed correctly Click Cancel 2 2 Software Installation The adapters 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 WN725N 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 User Guide Browse CD G EXIT Figure 2 1 2 TL WN725N KEIL eee
19. 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 41 TL WN725N KEA TANYE 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 the wireless devices in a network to communicate with each other all devices must be configured with the same SSID This is ty
20. file page should look like the following figure To connect to a desired network just highlight the network you would like to connect to and click the Connect button on the bottom of the window TP LINK The Reliable Choice Profile Name SSID Network Type Security Connected TP LINK Network Infrastructure WPA PSK WPA No Office TP LIMIKK BF134C Infrastructure sWVPAANPA No CoffeeShop TP LINK CB3A52 Infrastructure Mane Ma 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 29 TL WN725N EEIPTTR MIETEN USE T Profile Name Home SAD TP LINK Metwork1 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 lt gt 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 w
21. hich tool to use either the TP LINK Configuration Utility or the Windows wireless configuration tool This option is available only in Windows XP 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 The default option is OFF 30 T P LINK The Reliable Choice ra js Status Network Select wireless configuration tool Use TP LINK Wireless Configuration Utility Wireless network adapter switch Please choose a wireless network adapter SoftAP mode ON Power Save mode ON TL WN725N 150Mbps Wireless N Nano USB Adapter Advanced Use Windows wireless configuration tool Wireless Network Connection TL VM Z25M TL Y Figure 4 7 4 3 About The About screen gives you some 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 Gj Open Radio OFF Switch to Soft amp P mode E About Exit on Go C2 10 Figure 4 8 TP LINK Wireless Configuration Utility UI version WFF version Driver version Copyright C 2013 TP LINK TECHNOLOGIES CO LTD All rights reserved
22. hop 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 hoc 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 Encryption Type From the drop down menu select the encryption type that is the same as on your router or access point 28 TL WN725N KEO AYE 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 Start this connection automatically check this box to automatically connect to this network next time gt Save Click Save to save your settings Complete the above settings the Pro
23. n 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 WN725N BELEN TT USE T TP LINK The Reliable Choice z amp WPS Network Status Profile Name TP LINK Network Network Name SSID TP LINK Network Network Type Infrastructure Rate 150Mbps Channel 9 2 4G Encryption Type AES AP MAC 94 0C 6D 2F 3C BE Wireless Mode 802 11n IP Address 192 168 0 111 Signal Strength SS 96 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 WPS you can establish a wireless connection between wireless card and router using either Push Button Configuration PBC method or PIN method Three WPS connection methods are listed in the following parts 3 2 1 PBC Push Button Configuration method 1 Press the WPS button on the back panel of the router Here takes router TL WR841ND for example 13 TL WN725N EEL TT BERT USE T Open TWCU and click WPS tab Select Push the button on my access point or wireless router and then click
24. network A TP LINK 1BOF28 Security enabled network Infra_KeyTest Security enabled network Open Metwork and Sharing Center Figure 3 25 3 Ifthe network you would like to connect is 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 21 TL WN725N KEA TANYE Lu Connect to a network Type the network security key or passphrase for TP LINK Network1 The person who setup the network can give you the key or passphrase Security key or passphrase Display characters dde If you have a USB flash drive with network settings for TP LINK Metworkl insert it l now Cancel Figure 3 26 4 You have now successfully connected to the network Lu Connect to a network Successfully connected to TP LINK Network1 V Start this connection automatically Figure 3 27 3 3 3 In Windows 7 Windows 7 users may use the built in wireless utility Follow the steps below 1 Left click the wireless icon i 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 22 TL WN725N KEA HEBES RE T MetworkProfile B19DDE ZLP wall 8877A7 E 5CD71E Infra KeyTest NI TP LINK_ Networkl A Connect automatically Connect
25. ng measures e Reorient 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 or
26. nstalling TP LINK Wireless Configuration Utility No I will restart my computer later Remove anu disks from their drives and then click Finish to complete setup lt Back Cancel 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 TL LINK TL WN725N TL WN723N Driver 35 TL WN725N 150Mbps Wireless N Nano USB Adapter 50Mbps Wireless N Nano USB Adapter Ji WinRAR di Accessories di Coupons DAEMON Tools Lite English HP di Maintenance di Microsoft Office di Microsoft Silverlight nagit Music di Startup Jy TP LINK TP LIMK Wireless Configuration Utili El Uninstall TP LINK TL WIN725N_TL WN723N Driver Documents Pictures Games EY Uninstall TP LINK Wireless Configu _ Control Panel Devices and Printers Default Programs Help and Support Figure 6 4 Uninstall Driver 2 Following the steps then the system will uninstall the driver software of the adapter from your PC 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 36 TL WN725N EE TRIESTE H
27. o 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 trouble of having to repeat the same configurations Click Profile in the tools section the following page will appear TP LINK The Reliable Cho 2 Status Network ofi Advanced 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 2 TL WN725N EEIPTTR MIETEN USE T Profile Name Home SSID TP LINK_Network1 Network Type Infrastructure ad hoc security Type WPA PSKIWPA2 PSK Encryption Type TKIP AES Security Key a E Show characters Start this connection automatically Cancel Figure 4 2 Network Type Infrastructure ad hoc security Type WPRAWPA2 we Encryption Type TKIPIAES Authentication Certificate v Lc Certificate wifi user wWiFi Intermeriate CAe 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 CoffeeS
28. ollowing figure will appear Enter the PIN value of the adapter in the empty field beside PIN and then click Connect Add A New Device Enter the new device s PIN PIM 59059705 Press the button of the new device in two minutes Figure 3 15 When Connect successfully appears on the screen the WPS configuration is complete Or you can view the adapter s utility page to see whether the connection has been successful as shown in Figure 3 17 17 TL WN725N KEA HEBES RE T Add A New Device Enter the new device s PIN PIN 99059705 Q Press the button of the new device in two minutes Connect successfully Figure 3 16 Configuring the wireless network Successfully connected to the network by WPS Figure 3 17 3 3 To connect using Windows built in wireless utility 3 3 1 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 18 TL WN725N KEULS ER ISSN Tate CE Adapter Open Radia OFF Switch ta Windows wireless configuration tool Switch ta Saft amp P mode About Exit Figure 3 18 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 20 a
29. 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 AEA Fse 9 do NCC Notice
30. pically 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 Protected Access A wireless security protocol uses TKIP Temporal Key Integrity Protocol encryption which can be used in conjunc
31. ppears to continue TP LINK The Reliable Choice 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 VWN725N_TL VV se SoftAP mode Q ON Power Save mode Q ON Figure 3 19 Are you sure to use Windows wireless configuration toal OK Cancel Figure 3 20 2 Right click on the wireless computer icon in your system tray lower right corner Select View Available Wireless Networks 19 TL WN725N 150Mbps Wireless N Nano USB Adapter 50Mbps Wireless N Nano USB Adapter Change Windows Firewall settings Open Network Connections Repair Figure 3 21 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 i Wireless Network Connection 32 Network Tasks Choose a wireless network 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 xz Set up a wireless network E Q For a home or mall office 1 B Security enabled wireless network WPAZ Related Tasks p TP LINK CB3A52 Li Learn about wireless f Security enabled wireless network PAZ networking W o n TP LINK_Network1 Change the order of
32. preferred networks W Security enabled wireless network WPA To connect to this network click Connect vou might need to enter ae Change advanced additional information settings WR541 ne Security enabled wireless network SOHO_AT Figure 3 22 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 WPA kexi A network key helps prevent unknown intruders From connecting bo this network Type the key and then click connect Network key Figure 3 23 20 TL WN725N KEO TANYE 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 Rs You are currently not Ee connected to any networks Connect to a network Network and Sharing Center ce DEN Figure 3 24 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 s uv Connect to a network Select a network to connect to Show All Wireless Network Connection 6 A TP LINK Metworkl Security enabled
33. reless 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 other devices each with a Wireless Adapter connected as an 802 11 wireless LAN In infrastructure mode the wireless devices
34. signed 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 the TL WN725N 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 g 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 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 WN725N 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 11g IEEE 802 11b IEEE 802 11x IEEE 802 11e IEEE 802 11i standards Supports WEP WPA WPA2 WPA WPA2 PSK data security TKIP AES encryption 802 1x Authentication 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
35. t 24 Chapter 4 Management 27 2 27 dt Nada Diollle ee 27 41 2 Modify srO 29 Ato Delete oDtofle se Qs ee oue tes eder ec eor dub nee cra dide du eU teftes 30 AZ PRON ANG MMC TEE 30 A ADOI a 31 Gnapter 35 AP MO GG se eti oae Enix pao ee PRI QUU UTE VERUM 32 Chapter Uninstall SOMW Ale se 34 o T An Mibdows KPI VISTA uictus phe REL Dra Ge bapsduo bei dtnt mto tor dino S cet eaa eeu 34 6 1 1 Uninstall the utility software from your PC pp 34 6 1 2 Uninstall the driver software from your PC pp 35 06 2 M VVINGOWS GO 36 6 2 1 Uninstall the utility software from your PC pp 36 6 2 2 Uninstall the driver software from your PC pp 38 Appendix A SDeCIICatlOMS sm 40 CONTENTS ADppbengixBB Glossary 41 TL WN725N KEO TANYE Package Contents Please verify that all the package contents below are available One TL WN725N 150Mbps Wireless N Nano USB Adapter Quick Installation Guide One resource CD for TL WN725N including e TP LINK Wireless Configuration Utility TWCU and Drivers e User Guide e Other helpful information 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 cf Note The adapter mentioned in this User Guide stands for TL WN725N 150Mbps Wireless N Nano USB Adapter without any explanations TL WN725N KE TT Chapter 1 Product Overview 1 1 Introduction The adapter is a 802 11n client device de
36. the SoftAP 33 TL WN725N Bb oA EULATE Adapter Chapter 6 Uninstall Software 6 1 In Windows XP Vista 7 The software uninstall steps are similar in Windows XP Windows Vista and Windows 7 here we just take Windows 7 for example 6 1 1 Uninstall the utility 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 Wireless Configuration Utility Default Programs R Desktop Gadget Gallery E Internet Explorer 3 Windows DVD Maker g Windows Fax and Scan english t Windows Media Center Windows Media Player T Windows Update 9 XPS Viewer n Accessories i Games Maintenance di Startup Documents Pictures Music Games Computer Es Uninstall TP LINK TL V N725M TL V NIBKeR ntrol Panel Uninstall TP LINK Wireless Configuration Utility IralSO Devices and Printers Default Programs Help and Support Figure 6 1 Uninstall Utility 2 Follow the Install Shield Wizard to uninstall the utility software from your PC 34 TL WN725N EE TT HEBES RE T TP LINK Wireless Configuration Utility InstallShield Wizard 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 TP LINK Wireless Configuration Utility InstallShield Wizard Uninstall Complete InstallShield Wizard has finished uni
37. tion with a RADIUS server 42
38. y Figure 2 4 5 Click Install to continue the setup TP LINK Wireless Configuration Utility and Driver InstallShield Wizard Ready to Install the F The wizard is ready to bec TP LINK y Click Install to begin the installation IF pou want to review ar change any of your installation settings click Back Click Cancel to exit the wizard Figure 2 5 TL WN725N KEULS oS ISSN Tate OES Adapter 6 The utility and drivers will install This may take 1 2 minutes scan crate TP LINK The InstallShield Wizard is installing TP LINE Wireless Configuration Utility and Driver InstallShield Cancel Figure 2 6 7 After all the steps above you will see the screen below Click Finish to complete the setup Install hield H Wizard has finished Installation Click Finish to exit the wizard Finish Cancel Figure 2 7 TL WN725N Bb le eee EULATE Adapter 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 TP LINK The Reliable Choice Status WPS Network Profile Network Name SSID Security Channel Signal INK 7DBC8B None 2 2 4G INK Network WPA2 Personal 13 2 46 INK 130969 None 6 2 4G zi LINK 012345 Mone 10 2 4G a LINK 130919 None 7 2
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