TP-Link TL-WA1201 TL-WA1201US V2 Quick Installation Guide

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Before your start

Operation Mode

Access Point Mode

(Default Mode)

Range Extender Mode

Scenario

You want to transform your wired (Ethernet) network to a

wireless one.

Which mode do you need? Refer to the table to choose a proper mode.

Multi-SSID Mode

You want to connect your devices to different wireless

networks and become isolated by VLANs.

Client Mode

You have a wired device with an Ethernet port and no wireless

capability, for example, a Smart TV, Media Player, or game

console. You want to connect it to the internet wirelessly.

You are in a Wi-Fi dead-zone or a place with weak wireless

signal. You want to have a larger effective range of the

wireless signal throughout your home or office.

Access Point Mode (Default)

Transforms your existing wired network to a wireless one.

Existing Router

Internet

A

B

C

D

Quick Installation Guide

Wireless Gigabit Access Point

TL-WA1201

Configure the Access Point

Tips for Optimal Wireless Signal

• Halfway is the best way.

Generally, the ideal location for a repeater is about halfway between your wireless router and your

wireless clients and make sure that the location you choose is within the range of the host router. If

that is not possible, place it closer to your wireless router to ensure stable performance.

• Less obstacles ensure better performance.

Choose a location with less obstacles around that may block the signal between the access point and

the host network. An open corridor or a spacious location is ideal.

• Less interference provides more stability.

Choose a location away from Bluetooth devices and other household electronics, such as cordless

phones, microwaves, and baby monitors to minimize signal interference.

Router

Devices

Halfway

1. Connect the access point according to Step

A

to

D

in the diagram.

2. Turn on the power, and wait until the Wireless LEDs (

) are lit and stable.

3. Use the default SSID and Password printed on the label of the access point to

join its Wi-Fi network.

Note:

You can surf the internet now. For your wireless network security, it is recommended to change the default SSID

(network name) and the password of your Wi-Fi network. To do so, perform the following steps.

Enjoy!

4. Launch a web browser and enter

http://tplinkap.net

. Create a password to log in.

5. Go to

Quick Setup

, select

Access Point

mode and click

Next.

Follow the

step-by-step instructions to complete the configuration.

6. Now, reconnect your wireless devices to the new Wi-Fi network.

Range Extender Mode

Extends the range of an existing Wi-Fi network.

Internet

TL-WA1201’s SSID

Host AP’s SSID

B

A

1. Connect the access point according to Step

A

and

B

in the diagram.

2. Turn on the power, and wait until the Wireless LEDs (

) are lit and stable.

3. Use the default SSID and Password printed on the label of the access point to

join its Wi-Fi network.

4. Launch a web browser and enter

http://tplinkap.net

. Create a password to log in.

5. Go to

Quick Setup

, select

Range Extender

mode and click

Next

. Follow the

step-by-step instructions to complete the configuration.

Enjoy!

6. Relocate the access point to a suitable place. For details, refer to the tips below.

7. Now, connect your devices to the access point wirelessly or via an Ethernet

cable.

TL-WA1201’s SSID

OR

OR

TV

Other

Wired

Device

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