TP-Link AP200 AP200EU V1 Quick Install Guide - Page 2

Multi-SSID Mode The AP device creates multiple wireless networks to provide VLAN groups. Internet Wired Router B A AP200's SSID C D VLAN 1 VLAN 2 1. Connect the AP device according to steps A to D in the diagram. 2. Turn on the power and wait until the Power ( ) and Wireless ( & ) LEDs are lit and stable, use the default SSID and Password printed on the product label to join the AP device's Wi-Fi network. 3. Launch a web browser and enter http://tplinkap.net, then log in using admin (all lowercase) for both Username and Password. 4. Click Quick Setup, then select Multi-SSID mode and click Next. Follow the step-by-step on-screen instructions to complete the configuration. Now
connect your wireless devices to the different Wi-Fi networks to be isolated by VLANs. Enjoy! Power on via PoE Injector Power the device with the included passive PoE injector when the device is located far from a power outlet. Note: The passive PoE injector supports a cable length up to 30 meters due to the environment. Internet Wired Router AP200's Wi-Fi Name Passive PoE Injector or Hardware Information LED: LED Power 2.4GHz and 5GHz Ethernet WPS/Signal Strength Status On Off Blinking On Off On Off Slow blinking On Quick blinking Solid green Solid orange Solid red Off Indication The device is on. The device is off. The device is initializing or upgrading. The 2.4GHz and 5GHz wireless are working properly. The 2.4GHz and 5GHz wireless are disabled. ( Always off when in Client mode. ) A device is connected to the Ethernet port. No device is connected to the Ethernet port. WPS operation indicator WPS connection is in process. WPS connection is successful. WPS connection fails. Signal strength indicator (Repeater/Bridge/Client mode) The signal strength is great. The signal strength is good. The singal strength is too weak. The device is disconnected from the host network. Default Wireless Network Information: The default case-sensitive SSIDs (Network Names) and Wireless Password/PIN are printed on the product label. LED Button: Press this button to turn on or turn off the LEDs. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Q1. How do I restore the AP device to its factory default settings? With the device powered on, use a pin to press and hold the Reset button for five seconds until the Power LED starts blinking, then release the button. Note: Upon resetting, all previous configurations will be cleared, and the AP device will reset to the default AP Mode. Q2. What can I do if the login window does not appear? • Change the computer's static IP address to obtain an IP address automatically. • Verify if http://tplinkap.net or http://192.168.0.254 is correctly entered in the web browser. • Use another web browser and try again. • Reboot your AP device and try again. • Power off your host AP and enter http://tplinkap.net into the web browser to try again. Q3. How do I recover the AP device's web management password or retrieve my Wi-Fi password? • If you forget the password required to access the AP device's web management page and your Wi-Fi password, you must restore the AP device to its factory default settings. • If your forget your Wi-Fi password, but are able to access the AP device's management interface, connect a computer or mobile device to the AP device via wired or wireless. Log in and go to Advanced > Wireless > Basic Settings to retrieve or reset your Wi-Fi password. Q4. What can I do if my wireless is not stable? It may be caused by too much interference, you can try the following methods: • Set your wireless channel to a different channel. • Move the AP device to a new location away from Bluetooth devices and other household electronics, such as cordless phone, microwave, and baby monitor, etc., to minimize signal interference. Q5. What can I do to maximize my signal strength in Repeater/Bridge mode? When choosing an ideal location to optimize wireless signal in Repeater/ Bridge mode, please use the following recommendations. • The Best Way is Halfway Generally, the ideal location for the repeater is halfway between your wireless router and your wireless clients. 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 that may block the signal between the AP device 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 phone, microwave, and baby monitor, etc., to minimize signal interference. ©2016 TP-LINK