TP-Link TL-WA500G User Manual

FCC STATEMENT
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver
is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV technician for help.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
1) This device may not cause harmful interference.
2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
NOTE:THE MANUFACTURER IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY RADIO OR TV
INTERFERENCE CAUSED BY UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATIONS TO THIS
EQUIPMENT.SUCH MODIFICATIONS COULD VOID THE USER’S AUTHORITY TO OPERATE
THE EQUIPMENT.
FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement
This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. This device and its antenna must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with
any other antenna or transmitter.
“To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, this grant is applicable to only
Mobile Configurations. The antennas used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a
separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in
conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.”

TP-Link TL-WA500G Specifications

General

2.4 GHz	Yes
Modulation	DBPSK, DSSS, OFDM, QPSK
Frequency band	2.4 - 2.4835 GHz
Cabling technology	10/100Base-T(X)
Maximum data transfer rate	54 Mbit/s
Wireless technology	802.11b/g
Compliance industry standards	IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11b
Non-operating relative humidity (non-condensing)	10 - 90 %
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports	1
Storage temperature (T-T)	-40 - 70 °C
Operating temperature (T-T)	0 - 40 °C

Weight and Dimensions

Dimensions (WxDxH)	150 x 100 x 28 mm

Summary

Package Contents

Conventions

Chapter 1 Introduction

1.1 Product Overview

Provides a general overview of the TL-WA500G, its purpose, and key benefits.

1.2 Main Features

Details the primary functionalities and advantages of the wireless access point.

1.3.1 The Front Panel

Describes the LEDs and indicators located on the front panel of the device.

1.3.2 The Rear Panel

Details the ports and buttons found on the rear panel of the access point.

Chapter 2 Hardware Installation

2.1 Before You Begin

Advises on preliminary checks and environmental considerations before installation.

2.2 Basic Requirements

Outlines the essential requirements for successful installation and operation.

2.3 Connecting the Device

Provides instructions and diagrams for physically connecting the access point to the network.

Chapter 3 Configure PC

Chapter 4 Configure the Device

4.1 Login

Details the process of accessing the device's web-based management interface.

4.2 Status

Explains how to view the current operational status and configuration of the AP.

4.3 Network

Guides on configuring the AP's network parameters like IP address and subnet mask.

4.4 Wireless

Introduces the wireless network configuration options available for the access point.

4.4.1 Basic Settings

Covers essential wireless settings such as SSID, channel, and operating mode.

4.4.2 Wireless Mode

Explains how to select and configure different operating modes for the wireless network.

4.4.3 Survey

Describes how to scan for and view nearby access points to connect to.

4.4.4 Security Settings

Details various security options like WEP, WPA/WPA2 for protecting the wireless network.

4.4.5 MAC Filtering

Explains how to control device access to the AP using MAC address filtering.

4.4.6 Wireless Statistics

Shows how to view statistics for connected wireless stations.

4.5 DHCP

Introduces the DHCP server functionality for automatic IP address assignment.

4.5.1 DHCP Settings

Guides on configuring the DHCP server parameters on the access point.

4.5.2 DHCP Clients List

Explains how to view a list of devices that have received IP addresses from the DHCP server.

4.5.3 Address Reservation

Details how to assign static IP addresses to specific devices via MAC address.

4.6 Wireless Settings

Covers advanced wireless configuration options for optimizing network performance.

4.7 System Tools

Introduces tools for managing the AP, including firmware, defaults, and logs.

4.7.1 Firmware

Provides instructions on how to upgrade the access point's firmware.

4.7.2 Factory Defaults

Explains how to restore the AP to its original factory default settings.

4.7.3 Backup & Restore

Guides on saving and loading the AP's configuration settings.

4.7.4 Reboot

Explains how to restart the access point to apply settings or troubleshoot issues.

4.7.5 Password

Details how to change the default login username and password for security.

4.7.6 SysLog

Describes how to access and view system logs for monitoring and troubleshooting.

Appendix A: Application Example

Appendix B: Factory Defaults

Appendix C: Troubleshooting

Appendix D: Specifications

Appendix E: Glossary