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- Page 1 User Guide AX1800 Gigabit Wi-Fi 6 Access Point TL-WA1801 © 2023 TP-Link 1910013390 REV1.0.0...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Manage the User TP-Link IDs ..........16 3. 3. 1. Add TP-Link ID to Manage the Access Point ......17 3. - Page 3 Chapter 5 Portal (for Access Point/Multi-SSID Mode) Chapter 6 Access Control Chapter 7 Customize Network Settings 7. 1. Change the LAN Settings ........... 40 7.
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Page 4: About This Guide
The Quick Installation Guide can be found where you find this guide or inside the product package. Specifications can be found on the product page at https://www.tp-link.com. TP-Link Community is provided for you to discuss our products and share knowledge at https://community.tp-link.com. Our Technical Support contact information can be found at the... - Page 5 *Maximum wireless signal rates are the physical rates derived from IEEE Standard 802.11 specifications. Actual wireless data throughput and wireless coverage are not guaranteed and will vary as a result of 1) environmental factors, including building materials, physical objects, and obstacles, 2) network conditions, including local interference, volume and density of traffic, product location, network complexity, and network overhead, and 3) client limitations, including rated performance, location, connection, quality, and client condition.
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Page 6: Chapter 1 Get To Know About Your Access Point
Chapter Get to Know About Your Access Point This chapter introduces what the access point can do and shows its appearance. It contains the following sections: • Product Overview • Panel Layout... -
Page 7: Product Overview
Get to Know About Your Access Point Product Overview The TP-Link access point, with multiple operation modes, is designed to establish or expand a scalable high-speed wireless network or to connect your Ethernet enabled device to a wireless network, such as the game console, digital media adapter, printer, or network attached storage device. -
Page 8: Back Panel
Chapter 1 Get to Know About Your Access Point LED Explanation Name Status Indication Power is on. Blinking The system is starting up or the firmware upgrade is in progress. once every Do not disconnect or power off your access point. second (Power) Blinking... - Page 9 Chapter 1 Get to Know About Your Access Point The following parts (view from left to right) are located on the back panel. Ports or Buttons Description For connecting the access point to a power socket via the provided Power Port power adapter.
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Page 10: Chapter 2 Set Up Internet Connection
Chapter Set Up Internet Connection This chapter introduces how to quickly set up the access point. It contains the following sections: • Position Your Access Point • Set Up Your Access Point... -
Page 11: Position Your Access Point
Chapter 2 Set Up Internet Connection 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. -
Page 12: Set Up Your Access Point
Chapter 2 Set Up Internet Connection 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. -
Page 13: Range Extender Mode
Chapter 2 Set Up Internet Connection 5. Follow the step-by-step instructions to complete the configuration. 6. Now, reconnect your wireless devices to the new Wi-Fi network and enjoy the internet! 2 2 2 Range Extender Mode In this mode, the access point extends the range of an existing Wi-Fi network. This mode is suitable when you are in a Wi-Fi dead-zone or a place with weak wireless signal, and you want to have a larger effective range of the wireless signal throughout your home or office. -
Page 14: Client Mode
Chapter 2 Set Up Internet Connection 5. Click Change Mode in the upper right corner and switch to the Range Extender mode. 6. Wait until the access point reboots, then log in again. 7. Follow the step-by-step instructions to complete the configuration. 8. -
Page 15: Multi-Ssid Mode
Chapter 2 Set Up Internet Connection Internet Main Network Access Point Other Wired Device Existing Router 1. Connect the access point according to Step A to B in the diagram. 2. Turn on the power, and wait for about 2 minutes until the Power and Wi-Fi LEDs are lit and stable. - Page 16 Chapter 2 Set Up Internet Connection VLAN 1 SSID 1 for VLAN 1 Internet VLAN 2 SSID 2 for VLAN 2 SSID 3 for VLAN 3 Existing Router Access Point SSID 4 for VLAN 4 VLAN 3 VLAN 4 1. Connect the access point according to Step A to D in the diagram. 2.
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Page 17: Chapter 3 Tp-Link Cloud Service (For Access Point Mode)
TP-Link Cloud service provides a better way to manage your cloud devices. Log in to your access point with a TP-Link ID, and you can easily monitor and manage your home network when you are out and about via the Tether app. To ensure that your access point stays new and gets better over time, the TP-Link Cloud will notify you when an important firmware upgrade is available. -
Page 18: Register A Tp-Link Id
Manage the User TP-Link IDs. • Once you have registered a TP-Link ID on the web management page, you can only register another TP-Link ID via the Tether APP. Please refer to Manage the Access Point via the TP-Link Tether App to install the app. -
Page 19: Manage The User Tp-Link Ids
2. Enter the current password, then a new password twice. And click SAVE. Manage the User TP-Link IDs The TP-Link ID used to log in to the access point for the first time will be automatically bound as the Admin... -
Page 20: Add Tp-Link Id To Manage The Access Point
3. Click , enter another TP-Link ID as needed and click SAVE. Note: If you need another TP-Link ID, please register a new one via the Tether app. Refer to Manage the Access Point via the TP-Link Tether App to install the app and register a new TP-Link ID. -
Page 21: Manage The Access Point Via The Tp-Link Tether App
Note: If you need to remotely access your access point from your smart devices, you need to: • Log in with your TP-Link ID. If you don’t have one, refer to Register a TP-Link • Make sure your smartphone or tablet can access the internet with cellular data or a Wi-Fi network. -
Page 22: Chapter 4 Wireless Settings
Chapter Wireless Settings This chapter guides you on how to configure the wireless settings. It contains the following sections: • Specify Wireless Settings • Use WPS for Wireless Connection (for Access Point/Multi-SSID Mode) • Check Advanced Wireless Settings (for Access Point/Multi-SSID Mode) •... -
Page 23: Specify Wireless Settings
Chapter 4 Wireless Settings Specify Wireless Settings The access point’s wireless network names (SSIDs), password, and security option are preset in the factory. The preset SSIDs and password can be found on the label of the access point. Wireless settings differ with operation mode. 4 1 1 Access Point Mode When the device works in Access Point mode, you can customize its wireless network. - Page 24 Chapter 4 Wireless Settings • To use the Smart Connect function: Smart Connect combines the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands and assigns your devices between them to balance network demands. 1. Go to Wireless > Wireless Settings. 2. Enable Smart Connect.
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Page 25: Range Extender Mode
Chapter 4 Wireless Settings 2. Make sure Smart Connect is disabled. Channel and mode settings are not available when Smart Connect is enabled. 3. Select a Channel Width (bandwidth) for the wireless network. It is recommended to just leave it as default. 4. - Page 26 Chapter 4 Wireless Settings 4. In the Extended Network section, customize the extended networks as you need. You can: • Enable or disable a wireless network. • Change the extended SSIDs or copy main network SSIDs. Note: Extended passwords are the same as the main network passwords and cannot be changed. •...
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Page 27: Client Mode
Chapter 4 Wireless Settings 5. Click SAVE. 4 1 3 Client Mode When the device works in Client mode, you can connect to another network. 1. Visit http://tplinkap.net, and log in with the password you set for the access point. 2. -
Page 28: Multi-Ssid Mode
Chapter 4 Wireless Settings 7. Click SAVE. 4 1 4 Multi-SSID Mode When the device works in Multi-SSID mode, you can customize and isolate multiple wireless networks. 1. Visit http://tplinkap.net, and log in with the password you set for the access point. 2. - Page 29 Chapter 4 Wireless Settings 3. Customize the network according to your needs. You can: • Enable or disable the network. • Change the extended SSID, password, and security option. • Select Hide SSID for the network, then your SSID won’t display when wireless devices scan for wireless networks and you will need to manually enter the SSID to join the network.
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Page 30: Use Wps For Wireless Connection (For Access Point/Multi-Ssid Mode)
Chapter 4 Wireless Settings 3. Click SAVE. • To change the transmit power: 1. Go to Wireless > Wireless Settings. 2. Click 2.4GHz GHz. 3. Select an option from the Transmit Power drop-down list. • To change channel settings: 1. Go to Wireless >... - Page 31 Chapter 4 Wireless Settings 2 ) Enter your client’s PIN, and then click CONNECT. 3 ) A success message will appear on the WPS page when the device successfully join the access point’s network. • Connect via the access point’s PIN 1 ) Click Access Point’s PIN.
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Page 32: Check Advanced Wireless Settings (For Access Point/Multi-Ssid Mode)
Wireless Settings 1 ) Press the WPS button on the back panel of the access point. 2 ) Within 2 minutes, enable WPS on your client. The client will connect to the access point. WLAN TP-Link MyHome David HomeNetwork TP-Link_Home... -
Page 33: Monitor Wireless Statistics (For Access Point/Multi-Ssid Mode)
Chapter 4 Wireless Settings • Beacon Interval – Enter a value between 40 and 1000 in milliseconds to determine the duration between beacons packets that are broadcasted by the access point to synchronize the wireless network. The default value is 100 milliseconds. •... -
Page 34: Monitor The Traffic Throughput (For Access Point/Multi-Ssid Mode)
Chapter 4 Wireless Settings Monitor the Traffic Throughput (for Access Point/Multi-SSID Mode) The throughput chart displays the current data traffic of the network. 1. Visit http://tplinkap.net, and log in with the password you set for the access point. 2. Go to Wireless >... - Page 35 Chapter Portal (for Access Point/Multi-SSID Mode)
- Page 36 Chapter 5 Portal (for Access Point/Multi-SSID Mode) Imagine that you run a small shop and provide Wi-Fi access for your customers. You want to seize every opportunity to promote your shop, which makes portal authentication an excellent choice. Customers will be directed to a web page for access verification, on which your personalized promotion is displayed.
- Page 37 Chapter 5 Portal (for Access Point/Multi-SSID Mode) 9. Click SAVE.
- Page 38 Chapter Access Control...
- Page 39 Chapter 6 Access Control Access Control is used to block or allow specific client devices to access your network (via wired or wireless) based on a list of blocked devices (Blacklist) or allowed devices (Whitelist). 1. Visit http://tplinkap.net, and log in with the password you set for the access point. 2.