Chapter 2. Connecting The Router; System Requirements; Installation Environment Requirements; Connecting The Router - TP-Link TL-WR741ND User Manual

Chapter 2. Connecting the Router

2.1

System Requirements

Broadband Internet Access Service (DSL/Cable/Ethernet)
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One DSL/Cable Modem that has an RJ45 connector (which is not necessary if the Router is
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connected directly to the Ethernet.)
PCs with a working Ethernet Adapter and an Ethernet cable with RJ45 connectors
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TCP/IP protocol on each PC
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Web browser, such as Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0 , Netscape Navigator 6.0 or above
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2.2

Installation Environment Requirements

Place the Router in a well ventilated place far from any heater or heating vent
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Avoid direct irradiation of any strong light (such as sunlight)
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Keep at least 2 inches (5 cm) of clear space around the Router
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Operating Temperature: 0℃~40℃ (32℉~104℉)
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Operating Humidity: 10%~90%RH, Non-condensing
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2.3

Connecting the Router

Before installing the Router, make sure your PC is connected to the Internet through the
broadband service successfully. If there is any problem, please contact your ISP. After that, please
install the Router according to the following steps. Don't forget to pull out the power plug and keep
your hands dry.
1. Power off your Cable/DSL Modem, and the Router.
2. Locate an optimum location for the Router. The best place is usually at the center of your
wireless network. The place must accord with the
3. Adjust the direction of the antenna. Normally, upright is a good direction.
4. Connect the PC(s) or each Switch/Hub in your LAN to the LAN Ports on the Router, shown in
. (If you have the wireless NIC and want to use the wireless function, you can skip
Figure 2-1
this step.)
5. Connect the DSL/Cable Modem to the WAN port on the Router, shown in
6. Connect the power adapter to the power socket on the Router, and the other end into an
electrical outlet. The Router will start to work automatically.
TL-WR740N/TL-WR741ND
2.2 Installation Environment
6
150Mbps Wireless N Router
Requirements.
Figure 2-1.