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TP-LINK TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
For the following equipment:
Product Description: 150Mbps Wireless N Range Extender
Model No.: TL-WA730RE
Trademark: TP-LINK
We declare under our own responsibility that the above products satisfy all the technical
regulations applicable to the product within the scope of Council Directives:
Directives 1999/5/EC, Directives 2004/108/EC, Directives 2006/95/EC, Directives 1999/519/EC,
Directives 2011/65/EU
The above product is in conformity with the following standards or other normative documents
ETSI EN 300 328 V1.7.1: 2006
ETSI EN 301 489-1 V1.8.1:2008& ETSI EN 301 489-17 V2.1.1:2009
EN 55022:2010
EN 55024:2010
EN 61000-3-2:2006+A1:2009+A2:2009
EN 61000-3-3:2008
EN60950-1:2006+A112009+A1:2010+A12:2011
EN62311:2008
The product carries the CE Mark:
Person is responsible for marking this declaration:
Yang Hongliang
Product Manager of International Business
Date of issue:2012
TP-LINK TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD.
Building 24 (floors 1, 3, 4, 5), and 28 (floors 1-4) Central Science and Technology Park, Shennan
Rd, Nanshan, Shenzhen, China
CONTENTS
Package Contents .................................................................................................... 1
Chapter 1 Introduction........................................................................................... 2
1.1 Product Overview.............................................................................................. 2
1.2 Conventions ...................................................................................................... 2
1.3 Main Features................................................................................................... 3
1.4 Appearance....................................................................................................... 3
1.4.1 The Front Panel ................................................................................................. 3
1.4.2 The Rear Panel.................................................................................................. 4
Chapter 2 Hardware Installation ........................................................................... 6
2.1 Before You Begin.............................................................................................. 6
2.2 Basic Requirements.......................................................................................... 6
2.3 Connecting the Device...................................................................................... 6
Chapter 3 Quick Installation Guide....................................................................... 8
3.1 Quick Setup ...................................................................................................... 8
Chapter 4 Configure the Device.......................................................................... 15
4.1 Login ............................................................................................................... 15
4.2 Status.............................................................................................................. 16
4.3 Quick Setup .................................................................................................... 17
4.4 Operation Mode .............................................................................................. 17
4.5 WPS................................................................................................................ 17
4.6 Network........................................................................................................... 22
4.7 Wireless .......................................................................................................... 22
4.7.1 Wireless Settings............................................................................................. 23
4.7.2 Wireless Security............................................................................................. 25
4.7.3 Wireless MAC Filtering.................................................................................... 29
4.7.4 Wireless Advanced.......................................................................................... 32
4.7.5 Antenna Alignment .......................................................................................... 33
4.7.6 Throughput Monitor ......................................................................................... 33
4.7.7 Wireless Statistics............................................................................................ 34
4.8 DHCP.............................................................................................................. 34
4.8.1 DHCP Settings................................................................................................. 35
4.8.2 DHCP Clients List ............................................................................................ 36
4.8.3 Address Reservation ....................................................................................... 36
4.9 System Tools .................................................................................................. 37
4.9.1 SNMP .............................................................................................................. 38
4.9.2 Time Settings................................................................................................... 39
4.9.3 Diagnostic........................................................................................................ 40
4.9.4 Ping Watch Dog............................................................................................... 42
4.9.5 Firmware Upgrade........................................................................................... 43
4.9.6 Factory Defaults............................................................................................... 44
4.9.7 Backup & Restore............................................................................................ 44
4.9.8 Reboot ............................................................................................................. 45
4.9.9 Password......................................................................................................... 46
4.9.10 System Log...................................................................................................... 46
4.9.11 Statistics .......................................................................................................... 48
Appendix A: Application Example........................................................................ 50
Appendix B: Factory Defaults............................................................................... 53
Appendix C: Troubleshooting............................................................................... 54
Appendix D: Specifications................................................................................... 58
Appendix E: Glossary............................................................................................ 59
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150Mbps Wireless N Range Extender User
Guide
Package Contents
The following items should be found in your package:
One TL-WA730RE 150Mbps Wireless N Range Extender
One Power Adapter for TL-WA730RE 150Mbps Wireless N Range Extender
Ethernet Cable
Quick Installation Guide
One Resource CD for TL-WA730RE 150Mbps Wireless N Range Extender, including:
This User Guide
Other helpful information
Note:
Make sure that the package contains the above items. If any of the listed items are damaged or
missing, please contact your distributor.
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Chapter 1 Introduction
1.1 Product Overview
The TL-WA730RE 150Mbps Wireless N Range Extender is dedicated to Small Office/Home Office
(SOHO) wireless network solutions. It can relay signal between its stations and the root AP for
greater wireless range easily and quickly. Increased mobility and the absence of cabling will be
beneficial for your network.
With using IEEE 802.11n wireless technology, your device can transmit wireless data at the rate of
up to 150Mbps. With multiple protection measures, including SSID broadcast control and wireless
LAN 64/128/152-bit WEP encryption, WiFi protected Access (WPA2-PSK, WPA-PSK), as well as
advanced Firewall protections, the TL-WA730RE 150Mbps Wireless N Range Extender delivers
complete data privacy.
The TL-WA730RE 150Mbps Wireless N Range Extender is easy to configure and manage with
the Utility provided. Besides, the Auto-repeater function can be used to connect the device with a
Router around without any cable. For more information, please look through this User Guide.
1.2 Conventions
The AP or TL-WA730RE, or device mentioned in this User guide stands for TL-WA730RE
150Mbps Wireless N Range Extender without any explanations.
Parameters provided in the pictures are just references for setting up the product, which may differ
from the actual situation. You can set the parameters according to your demand.
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1.3 Main Features
Features Benefits
Make use of IEEE 802.11n wireless technology Allows your device to transmit wireless data at
the rate of up to 150Mbps
Provides multiple encryption security Types
including: 64/128/152-bit WEP WPA/WPA2
WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK
Secures your data while the data packets are
being transmitted
Supports Built-in DHCP server Supports dynamic IP address distributing
Supports MAC address filtering Allows you to control the access rights of the
wireless stations, depending on the stations'
MAC addresses
Supports multiple operating modes including:
Range Extender
Makes the AP an ideal solution for your wireless
local area network
Relays signal between its stations and the root
AP for greater wireless range
Access Point Allows wireless stations to access and you can
create a wireless local area network.
Supports Firmware Upgrade You can easily upgrade the firmware to the
latest version through the web-based
management page
1.4 Appearance
1.4.1 The Front Panel
Figure 1-1
The front panel of the TL-WA730RE consists of several LED indicators, which is designed to
indicate connections. View from left to right, Table 1-1 describes the LEDs on the front panel of the
device.
LED Explanation
Name Status Indication
Off No Power
On Power on
Off The device has a system error
On
The device is initialising
Flashing
The device is working properly
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Off
There is no device linked to the corresponding port
On
There is a device linked to the corresponding port but no activity
Flashing
There is an active device linked to the corresponding port
Off
The Wireless function is disabled
Flashing
The Wireless function is enabled
On
The Range Extender has connected the Router successfully
Flashing
The Range Extender is connecting the Router
Off
The Range Extender has not connected any Router yet
Table 1-1
1.4.2 The Rear Panel
Figure 1-2
Viewed from left to right, the following parts are located on the rear panel of TL-WA730RE.
ON/OFF: The switch for the power.
POWER: The power port connects to the power adapter provided with the TL-WA730RE 150Mbps
Wireless N Range Extender.
ETHERNET: One LAN 10/100Mbps RJ45 port connects to a network device, such as a switch or a
router.
RANGE EXTENDER: If your wireless routers or APs support Wi-Fi Protected Setup, you can
press the button and then press range extender button to establish a secure connection between
the router and range extender.
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RESET: The Reset button is used to restore the APs factory default settings. There are two ways
to reset the Access Points factory defaults:
Method one: With the AP powered on, use a pin to press and hold the Reset button (about 5
seconds) until the System LED becomes quick-flash from slow-flash. And then release the
button and wait the AP to reboot to its factory default settings.
Method two: Restore the default settings from System Tools > Factory Defaults of the
AP's Web-based management page.
Wireless antenna: The external antenna is used to transmit and receive wireless data.
Note:
Ensure the Range Extender is powered on before it restarts completely.
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Chapter 2 Hardware Installation
2.1 Before You Begin
Please read this User Guide carefully before installing and using the equipment. The operating
distance range of your wireless connection can vary significantly depending on the physical
position of the wireless devices. Factors that can weaken signals by getting in the way of your
networks radio waves are metal appliances or obstructions, and walls. Typical ranges vary base
on the types of materials and background RF (radio frequency) noise in your home or office.
For best performance of your wireless network, you are suggested to:
1). Avoid redundant obstacles and interference between the wireless devices.
2). Keep your AP away from appliances with a strong electric field or magnetic field, such as a
microwave oven or refrigerator.
Place the AP near the center of the area in which your computers operates.
2.2 Basic Requirements
Use only the power adapter provided with your AP
The electrical outlet shall be installed near the device and shall be easily accessible
Place your AP in a well ventilated place far from direct sunlight, any heater or heating vent
Leave at least 2 inches (5cm) space around the device for heat dissipation
Turn off your AP and unplug the power adapter in a lighting storm to avoid damage
Web browser, such as Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0 or above, Netscape Navigator 6.0 or
above
Operating temperature: 0~40 (32~104)
Operating Humidity: 10%~90%RH, Non-condensing
2.3 Connecting the Device
Figure 2-1 is an example of the typical application of TL-WA730RE in the infrastructure network.
An Infrastructure network contains an access point or a wireless router.
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Figure 2-1 The Example of Infrastructure Network Incorporating the TL-WA730RE
To establish a typical connection of the AP, please take the following steps:
1. Connect the Cable or DSL modem to a Router.
2. Locate an optimum location for the AP. The best place is usually near the center of the area in
which your PC(s) will wirelessly connect.
3. Adjust the direction of the antenna. Normally, upright is a good direction.
4. Connect the Ethernet Broadband Router to the TL-WA730RE Access Point. Power on the AP.
5. Then you can connect a desktop PC or laptop to your network. (Make sure your computer or
laptop is equipped with a Wireless Adapter.)
Note:
If you are not so clear about how to connect your devices to the network, please refer to Appendix
A: Application Example.
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Chapter 3 Quick Installation Guide
This chapter will guide you to configure your PC to communicate with the AP and to configure and
manage the TL-WA730RE 150Mbps Wireless N Range Extender easily with a Web-based utility.
3.1 Quick Setup
With a Web-based utility, it is easy to configure and manage the TL-WA730RE 150Mbps Wireless
N Range Extender. The Web-based utility can be used on any Windows, Macintosh or UNIX OS
with a Web browser, such as Microsoft Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox or Apple Safari.
Note:
1. When first configure the TL-WA730RE, we suggest that the Local Area Connection of your
computer is set as below.
2. If you cannot access the web-based configuration page, you can choose the two methods
listed below based on your need:
To reconfigure the TL-WA730RE, please refer to T1 in Troubleshooting to reset the
product.
To change only some certain settings of the TL-WA730RE, please refer to T3 in
Troubleshooting to assign a static IP address 192.168.0.100 for your computer.
1. To access the configuration utility, open a web-browser and type in the default address
http://192.168.0.254 in the address field of the browser.
Figure 3-1 Login to the AP
After a moment, a login window will appear, similar to the Figure 4-2. Enter admin for the
User Name and Password (both in lower case letters). Then click OK or press Enter.
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Figure 3-2 Login Windows
Note:
If the above screen does not prompt, it means that your web-browser has been set to a proxy.
Go to Tools menu>Internet Options>Connections>LAN Settings, in the screen that
appears, cancel the Using Proxy checkbox, and click OK to finish it.
2. After successfully logging in, the Quick Setup page will display. Click Next to continue.
Figure 3-3 Quick Setup
Note:
If you click Exit and choose to manually configure the AP on your own need, please note that
the DHCP is enabled during the configuration, it is essential to disable DHCP when all the
settings are finished.
3. The Operation Mode page will appear then, shown in Figure 3-4. The TL-WA730RE
supports up to two operation modes.
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Figure 3-4 Operation Mode
In Repeater(Range Extender) mode, the product can extend the coverage of another
wireless Access Point or Router. The universal repeater mode is for the wireless Access
Point or Router which does not support WDS function.
In Access Point mode, the product will act as a wireless central hub for your wireless
LAN clients, giving a wireless extension for your current wired network.
4. Select the operation mode based on your need.
A. When you choose Repeater (Range Extender) mode, the Wireless Setting page will be
shown in Figure 3-5.
Figure 3-5 Wireless Settings Repeater (Range Extender) mode
1) Select the Repeater Mode, for example Universal Repeater.
2) Click Survey, then the window displaying a list of available SSIDs will appear in Figure
3-6.
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Figure 3-6 AP List
3) Find the SSID of the Access Point / Router or WISP, and click Connect in the corresponding
row. You will then return to the previous page.
4) Select the region, the security mode and enter the password that is the same as on your
router or access point in Figure 3-5.
5) Click Next, you will then come to Network Setting page for furthers configuration.
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B. When you choose Access Point mode, the Wireless Setting page will be shown in Figure
3-7.
Figure 3-7 Wireless Settings - Access Point mode
1) Create an easy-to-remember name for your wireless network, write it into Wireless
Network Name(SSID).
2) Select Most Secure (WPA/WPA2-PSK) encryption mode and enter a password below to
prevent unauthorized access to your AP.
3) Click Next, you will then come to Network Setting page for furthers configuration.
5. When you have configured Wireless Settings in step 4, The Network Setting page will
appear then, shown in Figure 3-8. It is recommended that you keep the default settings on this
page.
Figure 3-8 Network Settings
Note:
1. These settings are only for basic wireless parameters, for advanced settings, please refer
to Section 4.7 Wireless.
2. To change to another mode, please refer to T3 in Troubleshooting to assign a static IP
address 192.168.0.100 for your computer first before logging in the management page.
6. Click the Next button. You will then see the Finish page. Here takes the settings for Access
Point mode for example.
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Because there is something changed of the configuration, you will see the Finish page as
shown in Figure 3-9. Check your settings and click Save to save your settings for future
reference.
Figure 3-9 Quick Setup Finish
Click the Reboot button to make your wireless configuration to take effect and finish the
Quick Setup. Wait until the device restarts successfully.
Figure 3-10 Quick Setup Finish
If you dont make any changes of the configuration, you will see the Finish page as shown in
Figure 3-11. Check your settings and click Save to save your settings for future reference.
Click the Finish button to finish the Quick Setup.
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Figure 3-11 Quick Setup Finish
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Chapter 4 Configure the Device
This Chapter describes how to configure your Access Point via the web-based management page.
The TL-WA730RE 150Mbps Wireless N Range Extender is easy to configure and manage with
the Web-based (Internet Explorer, Netscape
Note:
Once the Access Point is reset, the current configuration settings will be lost and you will need
to reconfigure the Access Point.
T2. What can I do if I forget my password?
1) Restore the Access Points configuration to its factory default settings. If you dont know
how to do that, please refer to previous section T1;
2) Use the default user name and password: admin, admin;
3) Try to reconfigure your AP by following the instructions of this UG.
T3. What can I do if I cannot access the web-based configuration page?
Assign a static IP address 192.168.0.100 for your computer first before logging in the
management page. Here takes the procedures in Windows 7 for example.
1) Go to Start > Settings > Control Panel, and then Click View network status and
tasks.
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2) Click Change adapter settings
3) Right-click Local Area Connection, and Click Properties.
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4) Double-click Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4).
5) Select Use the following IP address, enter the 192.168.0.100 into the IP address field,
255.255.255.0 into the Subnet mask field.
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Now, try to log on to the Web-based configuration page again after the above settings have
been configured. If you still cannot access the configuration page, please restore your Access
Points factory default settings and reconfigure your Access Point following the instructions of
this QIG. Please feel free to contact our Technical Support if the problem persists.
Note:
While the reconfiguration is done, you need to change the IP address settings as below. Then,
with the correct hardware connection, you can surf the Internet successfully.
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Appendix D: Specifications
General
Standards and Protocols IEEE 802.3, 802.3u, 802.11n, 802.11b and 802.11g, TCP/IP, DHCP
Safety & Emission FCC, CE
Ports One 10/100M Auto-Negotiation LAN RJ45 port
Cabling Type
10BASE-T: UTP category 3, 4, 5 cable (maximum 100m)
EIA/TIA-568 100 STP (maximum 100m)
100BASE-TX: UTP category 5, 5e cable (maximum 100m)
EIA/TIA-568 100 STP (maximum 100m)
Wireless
Frequency Band 2.4~2.4835GHz
Radio Data Rate
11nup to 150MbpsAutomatic
11g54/48/36/24/18/12/9/6MAutomatic
11b11/5.5/2/1MAutomatic
Frequency Expansion DSSS (Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum)
Modulation DBPSK, DQPSK, CCK, OFDM, 16-QAM, 64-QAM
Security WEP/WPA/WPA2/WPA2-PSK/WPA-PSK
Sensitivity @PER
130M: -68dBm@10% PER
108M: -68dBm@10% PER;
54M: -68dBm@10% PER
11M: -85dBm@8% PER;
6M: -88dBm@10% PER
1M: -90dBm@8% PER
Antenna Gain 4dBi
Physical and Environment
Working Temperature 0~40 (32 ~104 )
Working Humidity 10% ~ 90% RH, Non-condensing
Storage Temperature -40 ~70 ( -40 ~158 )
Storage Humidity 5% ~ 90% RH, Non-condensing
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Appendix E: Glossary
802.11b - The 802.11b standard specifies a wireless networking at 11 Mbps using
direct-sequence spread-spectrum (DSSS) technology and operating in the unlicensed radio
spectrum at 2.4GHz, and WEP encryption for security. 802.11b networks are also referred to as
Wi-Fi networks.
802.11g - specification for wireless networking at 54 Mbps using direct-sequence
spread-spectrum (DSSS) technology, using OFDM modulation and operating in the unlicensed
radio spectrum at 2.4GHz, and backward compatibility with IEEE 802.11b devices, and WEP
encryption for security.
Access Point (AP) - A wireless LAN transceiver or "base station" that can connect a wired LAN to
one or many wireless devices. Access points can also bridge to each other.
DNS (Domain Name System) An Internet Service that translates the names of websites into IP
addresses.
Domain Name - A descriptive name for an address or group of addresses on the Internet.
DoS (Denial of Service) - A hacker attack designed to prevent your computer or network from
operating or communicating.
DSL (Digital Subscriber Line) - A technology that allows data to be sent or received over existing
traditional phone lines.
ISP (Internet Service Provider) - A company that provides access to the Internet.
MTU (Maximum Transmission Unit) - The size in bytes of the largest packet that can be
transmitted.
SSID - A Service Set Identification is a thirty-two character (maximum) alphanumeric key
identifying a wireless local area network. For the wireless devices in a network to communicate
with each other, all devices must be configured with the same SSID. This is typically the
configuration parameter for a wireless PC card. It corresponds to the ESSID in the wireless
Access Point and to the wireless network name.
WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) - A data privacy mechanism based on a 64-bit or 128-bit or
152-bit shared key algorithm, as described in the IEEE 802.11 standard.
Wi-Fi - A trade name for the 802.11b wireless networking standard, given by the Wireless
Ethernet Compatibility Alliance (WECA, see http://www.wi-fi.net), an industry standards group
promoting interoperability among 802.11b devices.
WLAN (Wireless Local Area Network) - A group of computers and associated devices
communicate with each other wirelessly, which network serving users are limited in a local area.
WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access) - WPA is a security technology for wireless networks that improves
on the authentication and encryption features of WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy). In fact, WPA
was developed by the networking industry in response to the shortcomings of WEP. One of the
key technologies behind WPA is the Temporal Key Integrity Protocol (TKIP). TKIP addresses the
encryption weaknesses of WEP. Another key component of WPA is built-in authentication that
WEP does not offer. With this feature, WPA provides roughly comparable security to VPN
tunneling with WEP, with the benefit of easier administration and use. This is similar to 802.1x
support and requires a RADIUS server in order to implement. The Wi-Fi Alliance will call this,
WPA-Enterprise. One variation of WPA is called WPA Pre Shared Key or WPA-PSK for short - this
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provides an authentication alternative to an expensive RADIUS server. WPA-PSK is a simplified
but still powerful form of WPA most suitable for home Wi-Fi networking. To use WPA-PSK, a
person sets a static key or "passphrase" as with WEP. But, using TKIP, WPA-PSK automatically
changes the keys at a preset time interval, making it much more difficult for hackers to find and
exploit them. The Wi-Fi Alliance will call this, WPA-Personal.
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