Position Your Modem Router; Connect Your Modem Router - TP-Link TD-W9977 User Manual

Chapter 2
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Position Your Modem Router

With the modem router, you can access your network from anywhere within the wireless
network coverage. However, the wireless signal strength and coverage vary depending
on the actual environment of your modem router. Many obstacles may limit the range of
the wireless signal, for example, concrete structures or thick walls.
For your safety and best Wi-Fi performance, please:
• Do Not locate the modem router in the place where it will be exposed to moisture or
excessive heat.
• Keep away from the strong electromagnetic radiation and the device of electromagnetic
sensitive.
• Place the modem router where it can be connected to the various devices as well as
to a power source.
• Make sure the cables and power cord are safely placed out of the way to avoid a
tripping hazard.
• Keep the outside two antennas be outward at about 30 degrees (recommended).
Tips: The modem router can be placed on a shelf or desktop.
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Connect Your Modem Router

Follow the steps below to connect your modem router.
1 Connect the DSL line and power adapter. The electrical outlet shall be installed
near the device and shall be easily accessible.
If you don't need the phone service, just directly connect the
modem router to the phone jack with a phone cable, then follow
steps 3 and 4 to complete the hardware connection.
Phone Jack
1
Connect the DSL splitter to
the phone jack.
DSL Splitter
Modem Router
2
Connect the modem router to
the DSL splitter.
Connect to the phone (Optional)
Connect the Hardware
Power Adapter
3
Connect the power adapter to
the modem router and push in
to turn on the modem router.
4
Verify that the hardware connection is
correct by checking these LEDs.
Power On DSL On Wireless On
Notes:
1. The DSL LED takes about 1 to 2 minutes to
stabilize.
2. If the Wireless LED is off, please press the
Wi-Fi button on the rear panel, then the LED
should turn on in a few seconds.
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