Installation Environment; Connecting The Router - TP-Link TD-W8961ND User Manual

TD-W8961ND

2.3 Installation Environment

The Product should not be located where it will be exposed to moisture or excessive heat.
Place the Router in a location 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 so they do not create a
tripping hazard.
The Router can be placed on a shelf or desktop.
Keep away from the strong electromagnetic radiation and the device of electromagnetic
sensitive.

2.4 Connecting the Router

Before installing the device, please make sure your broadband service provided by your ISP is
available. If there is any problem, please contact your ISP. Before cable connection, cut off the
power supply and keep your hands dry. You can follow the steps below to install it.
Step 1: Connect the ADSL Line.
Method one: Plug one end of the twisted-pair ADSL cable into the ADSL port on the rear
panel of TD-W8961ND, and insert the other end into the wall socket.
Method two：You can use a separate splitter. External splitter can divide the data and
voice, and then you can access the Internet and make calls at the same time. The
external splitter has three ports:
• LINE: Connect to the wall jack
• PHONE: Connect to the phone sets
• MODEM: Connect to the ADSL port of TD-W8961ND
Plug one end of the twisted-pair ADSL cable into the ADSL port on the rear panel of
TD-W8961ND. Connect the other end to the MODEM port of the external splitter.
Step 2: Connect the Ethernet cable. Attach one end of a network cable to your computer's
Ethernet port or a regular hub/switch port, and the other end to the LAN port on the
TD-W8961ND.
Step 3: Power on the computers and LAN devices.
Step 4: Attach the power adapter. Connect the power adapter to the power connector on the rear
of the device and plug in the adapter to a electrical outlet or power extension. The
electrical outlet shall be installed near the device and shall be easily accessible.
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