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Assign a static IP address 192.168.1.100 for your computer. Please refer to
the T3 in Troubleshooting guide if you need assistance.
Connect to the Access Point with
the
Ethernet
wireless.The default SSID of the
Access
Point
XXXXXX. The XXXXXX is the last
6 characters of the Access Point's
MAC address.
Plug
the
adapter into the power jack on the
back of the Access Point, and the
other end to a standard electrical
wall socket.
Note
If the distance between the outlet and the Access Point is too long to supply
the power, you can refer to the Power over Ethernet(PoE) solution in
Appendix B: With PoE Setup.
cable
or
via
is
TP-LINK_
provided
power
1
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- Page 1 Assign a static IP address 192.168.1.100 for your computer. Please refer to the T3 in Troubleshooting guide if you need assistance. Connect to the Access Point with Ethernet cable wireless.The default SSID of the Access Point TP-LINK_ XXXXXX. The XXXXXX is the last 6 characters of the Access Point’s MAC address.
- Page 2 Turn on all of your network devices and then check to see if the LEDs on the Access Point display normally as the diagram bleow describes. Solid light Flashing Solid light or flashing Flashing if the Wireless Radio function is enabled If the LEDs display abnormally, please check to see if all the cable Note connectors (power adapter and Ethernet cable) are well connected to your...
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Page 3: Network Setting
A dialog box will prompt you for the Username and Password. Enter the default values and click Username: admin Password: admin Click OK If the dialog box does not pop up, please refer to T3 in the Troubleshooting Note guide. T2 will give you some help if you forget the password. Network Setting After successfully logging in, this page will then display. -
Page 4: Operation Mode Selection
Operation Mode Selection The TL-WA500G provides five operational modes: Access Point mode, Repeater mode, Client mode, Point-to-Point Bridge mode, and Point to Multi-Point Bridge mode. Please choose an appropriate operation mode for the Access Point. Access Point Mode In this mode, the Access Point will act as a wireless central hub for your wireless LAN clients, giving a wireless extension for your current wired network. -
Page 5: Bridge Mode
Bridge Mode In this mode, the Access Point can wirelessly connect two or more remote LANs together. Operation Mode Setting To choose the Operation Mode, please click Wireless Click Wireless Mode Choose the Operation Mode appropriate to your needs. If Access Point mode is selected, please proceed to part A;... - Page 6 Access Point Mode The TL-WA500G is set to Access Point mode by default. The wireless settings can be changed as follows: Click Wireless > Basic Settings Enter a unique name (SSID) for your wireless network Click Save Click Save at the bottom of this page. Your setup is now complete.
- Page 7 Client Mode Select Client Click Survey at the bottom of the page The AP List page will then pop up in a new window. Find SSID Access Point/Router or WISP, and click Connect in the corresponding row You will then be returned to the previous page. The SSID will be automatically filled into the SSID box Click Save at the bottom of this page.
- Page 8 The AP List page will then pop up in a new window. Find the SSID of another bridge, and click Connect in the corresponding The BSSID of the remote bridge will be automatically filled into the MAC of AP box Click Save at the bottom of this page.
- Page 9 T1. How do I restore my Access Point’s configuration to its factory default settings? With the Access Point powered on, press and hold the Reset button on the rear panel for 8 to 10 seconds before releasing it. Hold it in for 8 to 10 seconds Once the Access Point is reset, the current configuration settings will be lost Note...
- Page 10 For Windows Vista OS Go to Start > Settings > Control Panel > View network status and tasks; Click View Status at the right side > Properties; Double Click Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) in the item list; Select Use the following IP address, enter the 192.168.1.100 as the IP address, 255.255.255.0 as the Subnet mask;...
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Page 11: Appendix A: Wireless Security Setup
Appendix A: Wireless Security Setup Log on to the web management page. Click Wireless on the leftmost side. Click Security Settings Select WEP Select 64bit type for Key 1 Enter a WEP Key using 10 characters which can be made up by number or letter (a to f, A to F) WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK encryption... -
Page 12: Appendix B: With Poe Setup
Appendix B: With PoE Setup urn off all your network devices, cluding your computer(s), powe injector and the AP. Connect your computer to the LAN port on the power injector with an Ethernet Cable. Connect your AP to the PoE port on the power injector with an Ethernet Cable. -
Page 13: Technical Support
Technical Support For more troubleshooting help, go to: www.tp-link.com/support/faq.asp To download the latest Firmware, Driver, Utility and User Guide, go to: www.tp-link.com/support/download.asp For all other technical support, please contact us by using the following details: Global Australia & New Zealand Tel: +86 755 26504400 Tel: AU 1300 87 5465 E-mail: support@tp-link.com...