Position Your Access Point; Set Up Your Access Point; Access Point Mode (Default) - TP-Link TL-WA1201 User Manual

Chapter 2
2. 1.

Position Your Access Point

• The product should not be located in a place where it will be exposed to moisture or
excessive heat.
• Place the access point in a location where it can be connected to 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 access point can be placed on a shelf or desktop.
• Keep the access point away from devices with strong electromagnetic interference,
such as Bluetooth devices, cordless phones and microwaves.
• Generally, the access point is placed on a horizontal surface, such as on a shelf or
desktop. The device also can be mounted on the wall.
• If the access point is located far from a power outlet, you can power the device with
the provided passive PoE injector.
Note:
The passive PoE injector supports a cable length up to 30 meters, but the value may vary due to the environment.
Power on via the PoE Injector
Internet
Existing Router
2. 2.

Set Up Your Access Point

There are four operation modes supported by this access point: Access Point, Range
Extender, Client, and Multi-SSID. Please determine which operation mode you need and
complete the corresponding setup.
2. 2. 1.

Access Point Mode (Default)

In this mode, the access point transforms your existing wired network to a wireless one.
This mode is suitable for dorm rooms or homes where there's already a wired router but
you need a wireless network.
Set Up Internet Connection
TL-WA1201's SSID
Passive PoE Injector
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