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TP-Link TL-WN821N - NT WIRELESS N USB ADAPTERATHEROS2T2R 2.4GHZ 802.11G B ND RTL User Manual

TP-Link TL-WN821N - NT WIRELESS N USB ADAPTERATHEROS2T2R 2.4GHZ 802.11G B ND RTL
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TL-WN821N Wireless N USB Adapter
TL-WN821N
Wireless N USB Adapter
Rev: 1.0.6
1910010209
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TP-Link TL-WN821N - NT WIRELESS N USB ADAPTERATHEROS2T2R 2.4GHZ 802.11G B ND RTL Specifications

General IconGeneral
ModelTL-WN821N
Wireless StandardsIEEE 802.11b/g/n
Frequency2.4GHz
InterfaceUSB 2.0
Antenna TypeInternal
CategoryWireless Adapter
Wireless Security64/128-bit WEP, WPA, WPA2
Operating Systems SupportedWindows 10/8.1/8/7/XP, Mac OS X, Linux

Summary

COPYRIGHT & TRADEMARKS

FCC STATEMENT

FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement

Details compliance with FCC RF Exposure (SAR) limits.

National restrictions

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

Package Contents

Conventions

Defines terms used in the user guide for clarity.

Chapter 1. Introduction

Overview of the Product

Describes the adapter as an 802.11n client device for high-speed wireless performance.

Product Features

Details the adapter's compliance, security, speed, and interface features.

LED Status Indicators

Describes the meaning of different LED indications and their working statuses.

Chapter 2. Installation Guide

Hardware Installation

Explains how to connect the adapter directly or via USB cable.

Software Installation

Guides the user through installing the TP-LINK Wireless N Client Utility and drivers.

Software Installation for Windows XP

Details the initial setup wizard screens for installing the adapter's software.

Chapter 3. Configuration for Windows XP

Current Status

The Current Status tab contains general information about the program and its operations.

Profile Management Overview

Introduces the Profile Management tab and its tools for managing network profiles.

Add or Modify Configuration Profile

Guides on how to add new or modify existing network configuration profiles.

General Tab Configuration

Details configuration settings for Profile Name, Client Name, and Network Names (SSIDs).

Security Tab Configuration

Explains how to configure security options like WPA/WPA2, 802.1x, and Pre-Shared Key.

Advanced Tab Configuration

Covers advanced settings like Power Save Mode, Network Type, and Wireless Mode.

Network Modes and Authentication

Explains Infrastructure/Ad-Hoc modes and 802.11 authentication methods.

Profile Management Operations

Instructions for removing, activating, and exporting saved network profiles.

Import and Scan Networks

Guides on importing profiles and scanning for available wireless networks.

Auto Profile Selection Management

Describes how to set up automatic profile selection for connecting to networks.

Auto Profile Selection Details

Explains priority settings and enabling auto profile selection feature.

Check Driver Information

How to view adapter and NDIS driver details like Card Name and MAC Address.

Receive and Transmit Statistics

Shows how to view advanced statistics for received and transmitted frames.

Chapter 4. QSS Configuration

QSS Setup Introduction

Introduces QSS (Quick Secure Setup) for quickly adding new wireless devices.

PBC (Push Button Configuration) Method

Details the steps for configuring QSS using the Push Button Configuration method.

QSS Configuration Completion

Shows the final screen indicating successful QSS wireless configuration.

PIN Method for QSS

Explains how to configure QSS using the PIN method to connect devices.

Enter PIN into AP Device

Step-by-step guide to enter the adapter's PIN into the access point device.

Enter PIN from AP Device

Instructions for entering the router's PIN to configure the adapter.

Chapter 5. Example for Application

PSP XLink Online Game Configuration

Guides on configuring the adapter for playing PSP XLink Online games.

Network Connections Setup

Steps to configure network connections and properties for the application.

Activate Network Connection

How to scan for and activate the specific network connection for the application.

Arena Mode and Game Joining

Navigating to Arena Mode to join games for the application.

Appendix A: Specifications

Normal Specifications

Details the normal interface, standards, OS, data rates, modulation, and security specifications.

Environmental and Physical Specs

Lists operating temperature, storage temperature, and humidity requirements.

Appendix B: Glossary

Wireless Standards (802.11b/g/n)

Defines wireless standards like 802.11b, 802.11g, and 802.11n.

Network Types (Ad-hoc, Infrastructure)

Defines Ad-hoc and Infrastructure network modes.

Spread Spectrum Definitions

Explains DSSS and FHSS spread spectrum technologies.

SSID and WEP Definitions

Defines SSID (Service Set Identification) and WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy).

Wi-Fi, WLAN, and WPA Definitions

Defines Wi-Fi, WLAN (Wireless Local Area Network), and WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access).

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