TP-Link TL-WDN3800 User Guide
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1. i Wireless Network Connection 32 Network Tasks Choose a wireless network Refresh network list Click an item in the list below bo connect to a wireless network in range or to get more information lt 2 Set up a wireless network TP LINK_254350 For a home or small office Security enabled wireless network WPA Related Tasks TP LINK_CB3452 ii Learn abouk wireless i Security enabled wireless network WAZ networking TP LINK_Network1 iy Change the order of a preferred networks 6 Security enabled wireless network WPAZ ah To connect ta this network click Connect You might need to enter Change advanced additional information settings WRS41 i 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 Networkl requires a network key also called WEP key or WPA kev network key helps prevent unknown intruders From connecting to this network Type the key and then click Connect Network key Figure 3 23 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 network2. TL WDN3800 BCU Se BITE RSF TRACE Te ET M TTET Te 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 Home or you may want to specify another SSID for profile Home After all the changes click Save to make the changes take effect Profile Name Home SSID TP LINK_Network1 Network Type Infrastructure adhoc Security Tyre ln a al C Start this connection automatically Cancel Figure 4 9 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 10 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 2 To switch to another wireless network adapter 31 TL WDN3800 BCU Se BITE ESF ao M a Od p 40 c 1 t Te ET METTRE Te 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 list if the ada
3. 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 to Windows wireless configuration tool MICA TO SOTAP mo About Exit E ja F Aa Oe PM 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 appears to continue TP LINK The Reliable Choice Status Network select wireless configuration tool O Use TP LINK Wireless Configuration Utility Use Windows wireless configuration tool Wireless network adapter switch Please choose a wireless network adapter SotAF mode Cf Power Save mode OON Figure 3 19 Are you sure to use Windows wireless configuration tools Figure 3 20 2 Right click on the wireless computer icon in your system tray lower right corner Select View Available Wireless Networks 18 TL WDN3800 BCU Se BITE TR SF TRACE Te ET METTRE Te Change Windows Firewall settings Open Network Connections Repair View Available Wireless Networks l Ra ala a BE 3 12PM 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
4. WPA WPA2 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 s recommended to enable WPA PSK WPA2 PSK on your wireless Router or access point before con is configuring your wireless adapter 2 TL WDN3800 BCU Se BITE T ao M aO RE TE Te ET METTRE Te gt Ce 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 Figure 4 3 will be displayed Encryption Type From the drop down menu select the encryption type that is the same as on your Router or access point 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 or uncheck this box to hide it Authentication Select a type of authentication either certificate or password Certificate If you select certificate as your Authentication then you need to specify your certificate from the drop down list here Start this connection automatically Check this box to automatically connect to this network next time Save Click Save to save your settings Having completed the above settings the Profile page should look like
5. Windows 8 Throughput 300Mbps Maximal 6 9 12 18 24 36 48 54Mbps 1 2 5 5 11Mbps Radio Data Rate 6 9 12 18 24 36 48 54Mbps 300Mbps 2 4GHz 300Mbps 5GHz OFDM CCK QPSK BPSK Modulation OFDM QPSK BPSK 16 QAM 64 QAM Media Access Protocol CSMA CA with ACK Data Security WEP WPA WPA2 WPA PSK WPA2 PSK Frequency 2 4 2 4835 GHz 5 180 5 240 GHz Environmental and Physical Working Temperature 0 C 40 C 32 F 104 F Storage Temperature 40 C 70 C 40 F 158 F Working Humidity 10 90 RH Non condensing Storage Humidity 5 90 RH Non condensing 1 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 2 Rules on the use of 5GHz band channels may vary according to different national laws 37 Appendix B Glossary gt 802 11a specification for wireless networking at 54 Mbps using OFDM modulation and operating in radio band at 5GHz 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 gt 802 119 specification for wireless networking at 54 Mbps using direct sequence spread spectrum DSSS technology using OFDM modulation and operating in the unlicensed radio spectrum
6. oni will oi 555 7 TL WDN3800 BCU Se BITE RSF ao M a Od p TE Te ET METTRE Te gt TL WDN3800 BCU Se BITE T ao M aO RE TE Te ET METTRE Te 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 WDN3800 uses the TWCU 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 or QSS as is called by some other products 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 Section 3 3 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 E utility page does not pop up you can also launch the utility by double clicking the icon on your desktop TP LINK The Reliable Choice E o Status WPS Network ofile Advanced Network Name SSID Security Channel Sig
7. Utility InstallShield Wizard Uninstall Complete InstallShield Wizard has finished uninstalling TP LINK Wireless Configuration Utility Back Cancel Figure 6 4 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 WDN3800 Driver 37 TL WDN3800 BCU EEE El RAR TE Vel oj METTRE Te 4 XPS Viewer batt EY d 360 di Accessories di Coupons d DAEMON Tools Lite Games J HP di Maintenance Microsoft Office di Microsoft Silverlight di Snagit 9 di Startup TP LINK Wireless Configuration Ut E Uninstall TP LINK TL DN3800 Driver English Documents Pictures Music Games Computer Control Panel Devices and Printers Default Programs Help and Support Run Figure 6 5 Uninstall Driver 2 Click Yes to start uninstalling the driver 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 38 TL WDN3800 BCU ce BITE T ao M a O E CT Te ET METTRE Te TP LINK Wireless Configuration Utility and Driver InstallShield Wizard Setup Status TP UNK Installs hield A Wizard is removing the driver Cancel Figure 6 7 4 Click Finish when the figure below appears TP LINK Wireless Configuration Utility
8. at 2 4GHz and backward compatibility with IEEE 802 11b devices and WEP encryption for security gt 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 gt 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 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 gt 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 recei
9. following 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 radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment End users must follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance This transmitter must not be co located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter This equipment has been SAR evaluated for use in hand SAR measurements are based on a 5mm spacing from the body and that compliance is achieved at that distance CE Mark W
10. seconds 13 2 3 TL WDN3800 Bt igs TESTER ET TRACE SETTET Ce 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 amp E Status WPS Network 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 Figure 3 9 The adapter will be connecting to the target network Configuring the wireless network Connecting to the network Figure 3 10 4 When the following window appears you have successfully connected to the network 14 TL WDN3800 BCU Se El RAR TE Te ET METTRE Te Configuring the wireless network Successfully connected to the network by Ps 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 Router or AP device 2 Enter a PIN into your Router or AP device CS Note This method is only available in Windows XP and Windows Vista Following are the detailed configuration procedures of each way 3 2 2 1 Enter the PIN from your Router or AP device 1 Open TWCU and click WPS tab Select Enter the
11. 19 TL WDN3800 BCU Se BITE RSF ao M dO p CT Te ET METTRE Te 2 3 Mot Connected You are currently not ag connected to any networks Connect to a network Network and Sharing Center ce 3 10 04 Figure 3 24 The utility will display any available wireless networks in your area Highlight the wireless network you would like to connect and then click Connect e fic Connect to a network Select a network to connect to see All Wireless Network Connection 6 Li TP LINK_Networkl Security enabled network Li TP LINK_1BOF28 Security enabled network A Infra_KeyTest Security enabled network Set up a connection or network Open Network and Sharing Center Connect Figure 3 25 If the 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 20 TL WDN3800 BCU Se BITE T leo p TE Te ET METTRE TT fic 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 If you have a USE flash drive with network settings for TP LINK_Network1 insert it now Connect Cancel Figure 3 26 4 You have now successfully connected to the network fic Connect to a network Succe
12. A PSK WPA2 PSK and WPA WPA2 encryption to prevent outside intrusion and protect your personal information from being exposed The adapter is easy to install and manage The Quick Setup Wizard will guide you step by step through the installation process and the TP LINK Wireless Configuration Utility TWCU will instruct you to quickly set up a wireless connection With unmatched wireless performance reception and security protection the TL WDN3800 is the best choice for easily adding or upgrading wireless connectivity to your desktop 1 2 Features Supports dual band 2 4GHz or 5GHz Seamlessly compatible with 802 11a b g n products Experience smoother video streaming and online gaming by choosing the clearer 5GHz band for wireless connections gt Supports 64 128 WEP WPA WPA2 WPA PSK WPA2 PSK TKIP AES supports IEEE 802 1X Supports Windows XP 32 64bit Vista 32 64bit Windows 7 32 64bit Windows 8 32 64bit Supports ad hoc and infrastructure mode Bundled utility provides quick amp hassle free installation 1 3 Hardware Overview LED status an The driver has not been installed The adapter s radio has been disabled Flashing Quickly Data is being transmitted or received Flashing Slowly The driver has been installed but no data is being transmitted or received TL WDN3800 BCU Se BITE T ao M aO RE TE Te ET METTRE Te Chapter 2 Installation Please install the PCI Express adapter into your computer before in
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14. 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 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 43492564 Enter the PIN of this device into my access point or wireless router Connect Figure 3 12 15 TL WDN3800 BCU Se BITE TR SF Tale al Oa gt TE Te ET METTRE Te 2 The adapter will be connecting to the target network Configuring the wireless network searching for an available network PT TLILLLILLILLIELLLL LIL Current PIN 13492564 Cancel 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 C Note This method is only available in Windows XP and Windows Vista 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 ra pers Status WPS Networ
15. TE RSF TRACE Ve ET METTRE Te Found New Hardware Windows needs to install driver software for your Ethernet Controller Locate and install driver software recommended Windows will quide you through the process of installing driver software for your device Ask me again later Windows will ask again the next time you plug in your device or log on Don t show this message again for this device Your device will not function until you install driver software Cancel Figure 2 2 Found New Hardware Wizard in Windows Vista 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 we use the procedures in Windows 7 as an example 1 Insert the Resource CD into your CD ROM drive and then select model TL WDN3800 on the window that pops up as shown in the below Figure 2 3 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 TL WDN3800 User Guide areke akee eh 4 oe A Browse CD exit Figure 2 3 TL WDN3800 BCU Se BITE T ao M aO Ml gt TE Te ET METTRE Te 2 The InstallShield Wizard window will appear Click Next to continue pts S CSL EN A ree ee ee P Wwe I 7 Stal on eld i Za hot G Welcome to t
16. TP LINK User Guide TL WDN3800 N600 Wireless Dual Band PCI Express Adapter REV 1 1 0 1910010813 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
17. and Driver InstallShield Wizard Uninstall Complete Co ee TP LINK sea lnstallS hield A Wizard has finished Uninstallation Click Finish to exit the wizard lt Back Cancel Figure 6 8 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 39 TL WDN3800 BCU Se BITE TE SF ao Ml ad Oa TER Te ET METTRE Te APDS CA Steps Recorder O TP LINK Wireless nn Sticky Notes m S Configuration Aa Uninstall TP LINK Foi Windows Fax and A TL WDN3800 Scan Uninstall TP LIINK Wireless Configuration Utility ml Wireless dows Journal Figure 6 9 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 10 3 It may take a few minutes to undergo the whole un installation process Setup Status InstallShield Wizard i removing the TP LINK Wireless Configuration Utility InstallShield Cancel Figure 6 11 4 Click Finish when the figure below appears 40 TL WDN3800 BCU Se BITE RSF ao M aO gt TE Te ET METTRE Te Uninstall Complete lnstallS hield Wizard has finished uninstalling TP LINE Wireless Configuration Ut
18. and PCI Express Adapter Model No TL WDN3800 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 Directives 1999 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 2 1 2012 EN60950 1 2006 A11 2009 A1 2010 A12 2011 EN62311 2008 EN 301 893 EN 302 502 The product carries the CE Mark C 1588 Person responsible for marking this declaration f Fae gar Fi kL 7 Sow A L Y y 4 LS 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 CONTENTS Package COMORES caer eee ieee eee ee eee ie 1 Chapter T Product Overview ss este 2 Me MACRO GUI C HON ete acct Aerin Sto ne cette sceau ae Une en na 2 AZ Fe UU O gara esace sertactnees care etoasase sa caneek saint ote bao ewes betcaes eusseaeceanence sates cesses 2 1 39 Hardware OVEIVIOW ES ntm tu 2 Chapter 2 Installation avin ices iota ee eerie 3 21 Hardware MSA ANION rero a Ness eu melon este 3 2 2 Software Installation c2scoz5 once ence shc
19. arning C 1588 O 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 National Restrictions This device is intended for home and office use in all EU countries and other countries following the EU directive 1999 5 EC without any limitation except for the countries mentioned below Country Restriction Reason remark General authorization required for outdoor use and Bulgaria None public service Outdoor use limited to Military Radiolocation use Refarming of the 2 4 GHz 10 mW e i r p within band has been ongoing in recent years to allow current France the band 2454 2483 5 relaxed regulation Full implementation planned 2012 MHz If used outside of own premises general authorization is Italy None required General authorization required for network and service Luxembourg None supply not for spectrum This subsection does not apply for the geographical area Norway Implemented within a radius of 20 km from the centre of Ny lesund Russian Federation None Only for indoor applications Note Please don t use the product outdoors in France This device has been designed to operate with the antennas listed below and having a maximum gain of 2 dBi Antennas not included in this list or having a gain greater than 2 dBi are strictly prohibited for use with this device The required antenna impedance is 50 ohms To reduce
20. e WPS QSS button on your Router if it features the WPS QSS function to quickly build a connection without entering the security key password EP Note Please input the password Security Key Show characters You can also connect by pushing the button on the router Figure 3 3 Cancel The security key password can be found on the configuration page of your Router or Access Point 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 10 TL WDN3800 BCU Se BITE TR SF Tale ad Oa p TE Te ET METTRE Te 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 w 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 5 6 TL WDN3800 BCU Se BITE TR SF RAR TE Te ET TTET e Please wait a few minutes for the connection process Connecting t
21. e similar in Windows XP Windows Vista and Windows 7 here we just use Windows 7 as an 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 a APS Viewer dl z wy d 360 d Accessories English di Coupons d DAEMON Tools Lite di Games HP di Maintenance di Microsoft Office di Microsoft Silverlight d Snagit 9 d Startup Computer L TE RE ial r Te LI LE Mn Documents Pictures Music Games TP LINK Wireless Configuration Util Control Panel E Uninstall TP LINK TL WON3800 Dr eT Uninstall TP LINK Wireless C onfiguration Utility and Printers Ji WinRAR Default Programs Help and Support Figure 6 1 Uninstall Utility 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 2 3 It may take a few minutes to undergo the whole un installation process 36 TL WDN3800 BCU ce BITE T leo gt TE Te ET METTRE Te TP LINK Wireless Configuration Utility InstallShield Wizard Setup Status InstallShield Wizard ts removing the TP LINK Wireless Configuration Utility Uninstalling L lt InstallShield Cancel Figure 6 3 4 Click Finish when the figure below appears TP LINK Wireless Configuration
22. ease select Yes or No according to your Internet environment 24 TL WDN3800 BCU ce BITE TR SF ae M a Od RE TE Te ET METTRE Te Networks Network alll 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 34 25 TL WDN3800 BCU Se TRS El RAR TE Te ET METTRE Te Chapter 4 Management This section will show you how to configure your TL WDN3800 adapter using the TP LINK Wireless Configuration Utility TWCU The TL WDN3800 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 trouble of having to repeat the same configurations Click Profile in the tools section the following page will appear TP LINK The Reliable Choice Status 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 confi
23. eccsccctaccccccsaccccaccacacacsacccnnctecsacaanstaaenchadeaunssaciaenanecnaenazacedins 38 TL WDN3800 CUA Te DIEM Ta ak OR TI Ve ET mi Ol y 1 mm CIUl e Package Contents Please verify that all the package contents below are available One TL WDN3800 N600 Wireless Dual Band PCI Express Adapter Quick Installation Guide One Resource CD for TL WDN3800 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 is damaged or missing please contact your distributor CE Note The adapter mentioned in this User Guide stands for TL WDN3800 N600 Wireless Dual Band PCI Express Adapter without any explanation TL WDN3800 BCU ce BITE TR SF ao M a Od RE TE Te ET METTRE Te Chapter 1 Product Overview 1 1 Introduction The adapter is a dual band 802 11n client device designed to deliver a high speed wireless performance for your desktop With a faster wireless connection you can get a better Internet experience such as downloading gaming and video streaming With the 802 11n technology higher throughput improvements using 2T2R the TL WDN3800 s auto sensing capability allows high packet transfer rate of up to 300Mbps for maximum throughput It has good capability on anti jamming and it can also interoperate with other wireless 802 11a b g products The adapter supports WEP WP
24. ers IP Address 192 166 137 1 Apply Figure 5 3 Successful to configure the SoftAP mode Figure 5 4 gt SoftAP mode Select to enable or disable the function 34 TL WDN3800 BCU ce BITE RSF Tale ad Oa gt TE Ve ET METTRE Te 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 gt Security Type The security type here is set to be WPA2 PSK which is based on 802 11i and uses AES 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 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 gt IP Address Here displays the IP address of the SoftAP Having completed the above settings click Apply then Figure 5 4 will pop up where you click OK to make Soft AP mode take effect 35 Chapter 6 Uninstall Software 6 1 In Windows XP Vista 7 The software uninstall steps ar
25. ew or change any of your installation settings click Back Click Cancel to exit the wizard Figure 2 TL WDN3800 BCU ce BITE T ao M aO RE TE Te ET METTRE Te 6 T The utility and drivers will install It may take 1 2 minutes dJ IE Liirselaece mmtinrs TP t lee are emer J TP Wireless Lo guration Utilr 7 ar Jrrnver ir Setup Status The InstallShield Wizard is installing TP LINE Wireless Configuration Utility and Driver CAMindowssystemnae athe sys Installs hield Cancel Figure 2 8 After all the steps above you will see the screen below Click Finish to complete the setup lnstallShield A Wizard has finished Installation Click Finish to exit the wizard Back Finish _ Cancel Figure 2 9 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 A Status WPS Network Name SSID TP LINK Z CAS26 TP LINK Network TP LINK_130969 TP LINK BFIS4C TP LINK_130919 TP LINK DE1C2E TPLINK_DATA TRANS TP LINK_DS4F 3 Network Go Bir Security Channel Mone 4 2 40 WPA2 Personal 13 2 46 None 44 53 WPAAVPA2 Enterprise 4 2 46 None 7 2 46 WPA WPA2 Personal 149 5G WPA Personal 11 2 46 WEP 7 2 46 Figure 2 10 Advanced
26. ex You can select ASCII or Hexadecimal format on the right ASCII format stands for any combination of keyboard characters in the specified length Hexadecimal format stands for any combination of hexadecimal digits 0 9 a f A F in the specified length e For 64 bit encryption You can enter 10 hexadecimal digits any combination of 0 9 a f A F zero key is not permitted or 5 ASCII characters e For 128 bit encryption You can enter 26 hexadecimal digits any combination of 0 9 a f A F zero key is not permitted or 13 ASCII characters gt Security Key Enter the passphrase 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 looks 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 Then click OK in Figure 4 8 to activate the profile TP LINK The Reliable Choice Network i Advanced Profile Name SSID Network Type Security Connected Home TP LINK Network Infrastructure WPA PSKANPA No Office TP LINK_BF503A Infrastructure WYPANVPAZ No Home 2 TP LINK DE1C2E ad hoc Open No Modify Remove Connect Figure 4 7 lt Active this profile Figure 4 8 30
27. guration window will appear 4 1 1 1 Add a profile in Infrastructure mode If you are connecting to a wireless router or access point select Infrastructure as the Network Type in the screen that appears and follow the instructions below to finish the setting 26 TL WDN3800 BCU Se BITE RSF Tale Ml al Oa p TER Te ET METTRE Te Profile Name Home SSID TP LINK_Hetwork1 Network Type Infrastructure Security Type WPA PSK WPA2 PSK Encryption Type TKIPIAES Security Key ses E Show characters PT Start this connection automatically Cancel Figure 4 2 Profile Name Office SSID TP LINK_BF5034 Network Type Infrastructure Security Type WPAWPA2 Encryption Type TKIPIAES Authentication Certificate Certificate wif user WiFi lntermediate CA W 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 Coffee Shop 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 gt Security Type Select the security type from the list Four options are available WPA PSK WPA2 PSK
28. he InstallShield Wizard for TP LINK 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 uen Figure 2 4 Choose a setup type It is recommended to select Install TP LINK Wireless Configuration Utility and Driver Selecting Install Driver Only can only install driver Click Next to continue 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 TP LINE Wireless Configuration Utility and driver This i the recommended option Installs held Figure 2 5 TL WDN3800 BCU Se BITE T Tale a Oa gt TE Te ET RUE MOT TT 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 LINE Wireless Configuration Utility and Driver InstallShield Wizard Select the folder where setu TP LINK 4 ln Install TP LINK Wireless Configuration Utility and Driver to LT PIN Wireless Configuration Utility Figure 2 6 Click Install to continue the setup TP LINK Wireless Configuration Utility and Driver InstallShield Wizard Ready to Install the Pro The wizard is ready to begit TP LINK 4 Click Install to begin the installation IF pou want to revi
29. ility lt Back Cancel Figure 6 12 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 WDN3800 Driver CA Steps Recorder oO TP LINK Wireless iaa Sticky Notes GG ia Configuration Kk Uninstall TP LINK TL WDN3800 Driver pp Uol Te uNi W0N2000 Drive MPA SEEE ee PI i Uninstall TP LINK fa Windows Journal Wireless Figure 6 13 2 Click Yes to start uninstalling the driver software from your PC Do you want to completely remove the selected application and all of its features Figure 6 14 3 It may take a few minutes to undergo the whole un installation process 41 TL WDN3800 BCU Sc BITE RSF Tate M a Oa p TE Ve ET METTRE Te Setup Status TP LINK i InstallShield A Wizard i removing the driver InstallS hield Figure 6 15 4 Click Finish when the figure below appears Uninstall Complete TP LINK Installs hield A Wizard has finished Uninstallation Click Finish to exit the wizard lt Back Cancel Figure 6 16 42 TL WDN3800 UAT Se IVER F Tale ak OR do Te ET TM el y 1 mm CIUl e Appendix A Specifications Standards IEEE802 11a IEEE802 11b IEEE802 11g IEEE802 11n IEEE802 1x Operating System Windows XP Windows Vista Windows 7
30. k 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 14 2 Open your Routers 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 WDN3800 BCU Se BITE T ao M dOd RE TE Te ET METTRE Te Add New Device Enter the new device s PIN PIN 19342306 Press the button of the new device in two minutes Figure 3 15 3 When Connect successfully appears on the screen as shown in Figure 3 16 the WPS configuration is completed Or you can view the adapter s utility page to see whether the connection has been successful as shown in Figure 3 17 Add A New Device Enter the new device s PIN PIM 19342306 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 Wes 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 17 TL WDN3800 BCU ce TRS El le M ad Oa p TE Te ET METTRE Te
31. nal TP LINK 704926 None 4 2 40 TP LINK Network WPA2 Personal 13 2 46 TP LINK_ 130969 None 44 50 TP LINK_ BF134C TP LINK_130919 TP LINK_ DE1C2E TPLINK_DATA_ TRANS TP LINK_DS4F 3 WPAAVPA2 Enterprise 4 2 45 None 7 2 46 WPA WPA2 Personal 149 5G WPA Personal 11 2 46 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 Connect If you tick Connect automatically the adapter will automatically connect to your target network next time TL WDN3800 BCU Se BITE RSF ao M a Od p TE Te ET METTRE Te TP LINK The Reliable Choice Go Network Status WPS Network Name SSID Security Channel TP LINK 7 CAS26 None 4 2 46 TP LINK_Network1 D WPA2 Personal 9 2 4G Connect automatically TP LINK_130969 None 44 5G TP LINK BFA WPAAMVIPA2 Enterprise 4 2 46 TP LINK_ 130919 None 7 2 4G TP LINK_DE1C2E WPA WPA2 Personal 149 5G TPLINK_DATA TRANS WPA Personal Figure 3 2 11 2 46 Signal A 1 A Connect 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 th
32. o TP LINK_Network1 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 channel rate etc 12 TL WDN3800 BCU Se BITE TR SF ao M d Od gt TE Te ET METTRE Te TP LINK The Reliable Choice az o Le Status WPS Network otile Advanced Profile Mame TP LINK _Metwork1 Network NamefSsiD TP LINK Network Network Type Infrastructure Rate 200Mbps Channel 1 2 46 Encryption Type AES AP MAC 94 00 6D 2F 3C BE Wireless Mode 602 11n IP Address 192 168 1 103 signal strength Dm 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 your wireless Router supports WPS or QSS Quick Security Setup 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 while the third method is only supported in Windows XP and Windows Vista 3 2 1 PBC Push Button Configuration method 1 Press the WPS or QSS button on the Router Here we use Router TL WDR4300 as an example Press the WPS Reset button for 2 3
33. on 6 TP LINK Network1 Connected NetworkProfile BLODDE_ LP 8877 AJ 1B0F28 Infra_KeyTest TP UNK_1E0F28 TP LINK_BISDDE_ LP TP LINK_8877A7 SU Open Network and Sharing Center 10 12 AM EN B of call pec LD pre 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 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 and then click Next to continue 23 TL WDN3800 BCU Se BITE RSF ao M aOd E TE Vel oj METTRE Te Networks Network Enter the network security key A You can also connect 4 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 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 Pl
34. on 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 trade name for the 802 11b wireless networking standard given by the Wireless Ethernet Compatibility Alliance WECA see http www wi fi net an industry standards group promoting interoperability among 802 11b devices 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 conjunction with a RADIUS server 39
35. ork 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 gt Band This item determines which operating frequency will be used Two options are available 2 4Ghz and 5Ghz It is recommended that your computers and devices running video and voice applications use the 5Ghz band while your guest access and computers that are only browsing the web use the 2 4Ghz band e 2 4Ghz You can use the 2 4GHz band to connect to many classic wireless devices like gaming consoles laptops DVRs ect e 5Ghz This band is less crowded and is used for time sensitive music video streaming or gaming Using this band can avoid interference with 2 4GHz networks or noisy devices like cordless phones and microwave ovens CE Note The choice for Band is only available in Windows XP while in Windows Vista Windows 7 and Windows 8 by default it only supports 2 4 G network in Ad hoc mode gt Security Type Select the security type from the list Two options are available WEP and None None stands for no security It is recommended that you select WEP to secure your wireless network gt Encryption Type If you select None as the Security Type the Encryption Type will be None accordingly If you select WEP as the Security Type the Encryption Type will be Open 29 TL WDN3800 BCU Se BITE TR SF TRACE Vel oj METTRE Te gt Key Ind
36. potential radio interference to other users the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power e i r p is not more than that permitted for successful communication 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 interferences et 2 cet appareil doit accepter toute interference 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 a 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 Reglement sur le materiel brouilleur du Canada Korea Warning Statements Bo Pale aS Se AS 7h 86 She NCC Notice amp BSMI Notice A RE RD EUR HN PE E
37. pters are supported by this utility 3 To switch to SoftAP mode This option is available in Windows 7 and Windows 8 Once enabled the adapter will be able to work as an AP 4 To change the power save mode The default option is OFF TP LINK The Reliable Choice M a Status Network Advanced 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 TLWOH3800 SoftAP mode Figure 4 11 4 3 About The About screen gives you some information about the Driver and Utility versions of the adapter Right click the Mill icon in your system tray and select About from the list Open Radia OFF Switch to SoftAP mode Exit di Px a MY 152012 Figure 4 12 TP LINK Wireless Configuration Utility UI version 1 5 6 en 009 WFF version 1 3 2 4 Driver version Copyright C 2013 TP LINK TECHNOLOGIES CO LTD All rights reserved Figure 4 13 32 TL WDN3800 BCU Se TRS El RAR TE Te ET METTRE Te Chapter 5 AP Mode For Windows 7 and Windows 8 In Soft AP mode the adapter will work as an AP This function is available in Windows 7 and Windows 8 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 de
38. sion 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 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 a so 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 encrypti
39. ssfully connected to TP LINK_Network1 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 il 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 21 TL WDN3800 BCU Se BITE TR SF Tale al Oa p TE Te ET METTRE Te NetworkProfile BLSDDE_ LP wall Bari AI SCDYLE sl Infra_KeyTest iil TP LINK Networkl wall Connect automatically Connect TP LINK_1BOF28 wall TPLINK_030407 Ki i fin MIT I TP LINK_5CD71E all AutoTest Open Network and Sharing Center Figure 3 28 2 If the network you would like to connect is encrypted enter the same security key or passphrase that is on your Router Or push the WPS QSS 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 WH Connect to a Network Type the network security key Security key LELILLLLLLL Cancel Figure 3 29 22 TL WDN3800 BCU Se BITE RSF ao M aOd E TER Ve ET METTRE Te 3 You have now successfully connected to the network Wireless Network Connecti
40. stalling the driver and utility software from the Resource CD 2 1 Hardware Installation 1 Turn off your computer and unplug the power cord from the computer 2 Open the case and locate an available PCI Express slot Remove the metal slot cover on the back of the PC Keep the screws Turn to your computer manufacturer for instructions if needed 3 Insert the PCI Express adapter into the PCI Express slot Make sure that all of its pins have touched the slot s contacts Once the adapter has been firmly inserted screw its fastening tab Then close your PC case 4 Insert the power cable back into the computer and turn on your computer EP Note When the hardware has been successfully installed on your computer you may be prompted Found New Hardware Wizard as shown in Figure 2 1 and Figure 2 2 please click Cancel and then follow the Software Installation steps to install driver and utility for your adapter Found New Hardware Wizard Welcome to the Hardware Update Wizard Windows will search for current and updated software by looking on your computer on the hardware installation CO or on the Windows Update Web site with your permission Can Windows connect to Windows Update to search for software O Yes this time only O Yes now and every time connect a device O No not this time Click Nest to continue Cancel Figure 2 1 Found New Hardware Wizard in Windows XP TL WDN3800 BCU ce BI
41. tdcs es transnationale sata t re 4 Chapter 3 Connect to a Wireless Network sssnnnnnnnnunnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnennnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnne 9 O21 TOCONNMECLUSIRG TWO Sd nes fe 9 9 2 TO CONMECE USING WPS se Ut even tite denses etes ont dont 13 3 2 1 PBC Push Button Configuration method 13 eZ Ze ot LA 01 EI A1 OG et PRE RP RE PPT r D eau eee 15 3 3 To connect using Windows built in wireless utility 17 de LIN VVIIOOWS RP nt urine er nn 17 3 32 IN ANINOOWS VISTA en ea tea 19 33 UN VIN COWS Pis ee e SN Se Pt ii 21 eo INE VVING OWS OS aan nn te et lame 23 Chapter 4 Management nuire aa a its 26 AN Profle A ER a Re 26 4151 Add A Droles EN A Meet A eet nent sen nt ee ot 26 412 Modi a prole Rd E R re 31 Ako B er 0 gt eae en SP nn ne Mee a 31 42 AONANC T ES E dernier E aaCiabadadeenhaereeels 31 DS ADO Re a ee et eer ane ee ee eee 32 Chapter 5 AP Mode For Windows 7 and Windows 8 33 Chapter 6 Uninstall Software sisssisssssssrenerenrrnrnnss 36 OT itt Windows XP VISA Ps ee da lon unes ii 36 6 1 1 Uninstall the utility software from your PC 36 6 1 2 Uninstall the driver software from your PC 37 Z VINO OW S50 ota a nn en ee nl een da tons 39 6 2 1 Uninstall the utility software from your PC 39 6 2 2 Uninstall the driver software from your PC 41 Appendix A Specifications cccccccseceeeeeeceeeeneeneeeesenecnesensoneceesenseasseneoeeseesoness 37 Appendix B Glossary sccid
42. 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 Then click OK in Figure 4 5 to activate the profile TP LINK The Reliable Choice T Network Profile Advanced Profile Name SSID Network Type Security Connected Home TP LINK _Metwork1 Infrastructure WPA PSKWPA_ No Office TP LINK BFSO3A Infrastructure WPAAVPA No Modify Remove Connect Figure 4 4 Active this profile Figure 4 5 28 TL WDN3800 BCU Se BITE TR SF ao M a O RE TER Te ET METTRE Te 4 1 1 2 Add a profile in ad hoc mode If you are connecting to another wireless client such as an adapter select ad hoc as the Network Type in the screen that appears and follow the instructions below to finish the setting Profile Marne Home 2 SSID TP LINK_DE1C2E v Network Type Infrastructure ad hoc Band 2 AGhz w security Type WEP s Encryption Type s Key Index ASCI_B4 s Security Key Pe C Show characters Start this connection automatically Cancel Figure 4 6 The following items can be found on the screen gt Profile Name Enter a name for your profile e g Home Office Coffee Shop 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 netw
43. ver 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 gt 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 gt 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 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 38 TL WDN3800 BCU ce BITE TR SF Tale M ad Oa gt TE Ve ET METTRE Te 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 Spread Spectrum Spread Spectrum technology is a wideband radio frequency technique developed by the military for use in reliable secure mis
44. vices 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 Soft P mode About EN ES LE x 13 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 33 TL WDN3800 BC igs DITE Ly Tate Ml od OM gt 40 TE ET CIM UE MRC TP LINK The Reliable Choice 2 Status WPS select wireless configuration tool Use TP LINK Wireless Configuration Utili Are you sure to turn on the SoftAP Wireless network adapter switch mode Please choose a wireless network adapte SoftAP mode OK Cancel ON Power Save mode ON E OFF Figure 5 2 The Soft AP icon then will appear beside Advanced icon in the utility TP LINK The Reliable Choice eo Status WPS Network Advanced SofAP mode Internet Connecting Share ICS SSID security Type Encryption Type Security Key ke re Show charact
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