User Guide for tp-link models including: TL-WN823N Mini Wireless N USB Adapter, TL-WN823N, Mini Wireless N USB Adapter, Wireless N USB Adapter, USB Adapter
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Contents
Chapter 1. About This Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Chapter 2. Get to Know About Your Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
1. 1. Product Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 1. 2. LED Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Chapter 3. Connect to a Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Chapter 4. Windows. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
3. 1. Install Driver and WPS Tool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 3. 2. Join a Wireless Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 3. 3. Uninstall Driver and WPS Tool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Chapter 5. Mac OS X . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
4. 1. Install Driver and Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 4. 2. Join a Wireless Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
4. 2. 1. TP-Link Utility. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 4. 2. 2. WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 4. 3. Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 4. 4. Uninstall Driver and Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Chapter 6. Linux . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Chapter 7. Appendix: Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
About This Guide
This guide is a complement to Quick Installation Guide. The Quick Installation Guide instructs you on quick installation, and this guide provides the product overview and detailed instructions for each steps.
When using this guide, please notice that features of the adapter may vary slightly depending on the model and software version you have. All screenshots, images, parameters and descriptions documented in this guide are used for demonstration only.
Conventions
In this guide, the following conventions are used:
Convention
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Description
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Contents to be emphasized and texts on the web page are in teal, including the menus, items, buttons, etc.
Note:
Ignoring this type of note might result in a malfunction or damage to the device.
Indicates important information that helps you make better use of your
Tips:
device.
More Info
· The latest software and utility can be found at Download Center at http://www. tp-link.com/support.
· The Quick Installation Guide (QIG) can be found where you find this guide or inside the package of the product.
· Specifications can be found on the product page at http://www.tp-link.com. · Our Technical Support contact information can be found at the Contact
Technical Support page at http://www.tp-link.com/support.
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Chapter 1
Get to Know About Your Adapter
This chapter introduces the detail of the adapter. · 1.1 Product Overview · 1.2 LED Status
Chapter 1
Get to Know about Your Adapter
1. 1. Product Overview
TP-Link Wireless USB Adapter connects your computer to a Wi-Fi network for smooth HD video, voice streaming and online gaming. · Compatible with 802.11b/g/n products · Mini-sized design for convenient portability with a reliable high performance · Supports ad-hoc and infrastructure mode · Supports 64/128 bit WEP, WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK · With WPS button, the adapter provides secured connection at the push of a button · Supports Windows, Mac and Linux
1. 2. LED Status
You can check the adapter's working status by following the LED Explanation table.
Status Off
Flashing Slowly Flashing Quickly
Indication The driver has not been installed. The adapter's radio has been disabled.
The driver has been installed but no data is being transmitted or received.
Data is being transmitted or received.
Tips: If the LED is off, try these troubleshooting tips:
1. Check if the adapter is recognized and enabled or not. Refer to Troubleshooting-T2 for detailed instructions. 2. Remove and reinstall the adapter. 3. Reinstall the software, if necessary.
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Chapter 2
Connect to a Computer
This chapter introduces how to connect the adapter to your computer.
Chapter 2
Connect to a Computer
Before you start using your adapter, insert the adapter into a USB port on your computer directly.
After connecting your adapter to the computer, please follow the instructions in the appropriate chapter for your operating system: Windows, Mac OS X, Linux.
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Chapter 3
Windows
This chapter introduces how to install your adapter's driver and WPS Tool, use your adapter to join a wireless network, and uninstall your adapter in a Windows system. The adapter is equipped with a Setup Wizard, which can guide you through the installation process. This chapter includes the following sections: · Install Driver and WPS Tool · Join a Wireless Network · Uninstall Driver and WPS Tool
Chapter 3
Windows
3. 1. Install Driver and WPS Tool
1. Insert the resource CD into your CD drive and run the Autorun.exe from the pop-up Autoplay window.
Note: 1. You can also download the driver from the product's Support page at www.tp-link.com. 2. In some operating systems, the CD screen will pop up automatically. Otherwise, run the CD manually.
2. Select TL-WN823N and follow the instructions to complete the installation.
Note: If you can't install the driver successfully, disable the antivirus software and firewall, then try again.
3. When the following screen appears, the driver has been installed successfully.
4. If you want to connect effortlessly with the push of a WPS button, click Yes and follow the instructions to install the mini WPS Tool.
Note: For Windows XP, WPS Tool is not supported. Please use Windows built-in wireless utility to join the wireless network.
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Windows
5. When the following screen appears, the WPS Tool has been installed successfully. You can enjoy connecting to your Wi-Fi with the push of the WPS button.
3. 2. Join a Wireless Network
Option 1: Via Windows Built-in Wireless Utility You can join a wireless network via Windows built-in wireless utility. Follow the instructions below to use your computer system's built-in wireless utility:
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Windows
1. Click , , or (Network icon) on the taskbar. Select the Wi-Fi network you want to join, and click Connect. Enter the network password when prompted.
2. When the network icon changes to , or , it indicates a successful network connection.
Option 2: Via WPS Tool
If you have installed WPS Tool, follow the instructions below to connect effortlessly with the WPS button.
1. Press the WPS button on your router.
2. Within 2 minutes, press and hold the WPS button on the adapter until WPS Tool opens in the lower right corner of your computer.
3. When the "Success!" message appears, your computer is connected to Wi-Fi.
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Chapter 3
Windows
3. 3. Uninstall Driver and WPS Tool
The software uninstallation steps vary a bit from different systems. Please follow the appropriate instructions for your Windows operating system: Windows 8/8.1/10/11, Windows XP/7. · Windows 8/8.1/10/11 Go to Start menu to find the TP-Link application. Click Uninstall TP-Link TLWN823N, then follow the on-screen instructions to complete the uninstallation. · Windows XP/7 Go to Start > All Programs > TP-Link > Uninstall TP-Link TL-WN823N. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the uninstallation.
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Chapter 4
Mac OS X
This chapter introduces how to install your adapter's driver and utility, use your adapter to join a wireless network, manage your adapter and uninstall your adapter in Mac OS X. This chapter includes the following sections: · Install Driver and Utility · Join a Wireless Network · Management · Uninstall Driver and Utility
Chapter 4
Mac OS X
4. 1. Install Driver and Utility
We take the steps in Mac OS X 10.10 as an example - the steps may vary slightly for other versions of Mac OS.
1. Download the driver and utility from this product's Support page from TPLink's official website www.tp-link.com.
Note: The CD is included in the package. If your computer has a CD drive, you can also run the included CD to install the driver and utility.
2. Double click to unzip the downloaded folder and run the Install.pkg.
3. The Install TP-Link Wireless USB Adapter Utility and Driver Wizard window will appear. Click Continue and follow the instructions to complete the installation.
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Chapter 4
Mac OS X
4. When the following screen appears, the driver and utility have been installed successfully. Click Restart to finish the installation.
5. After restarting the computer, the TP-Link Utility icon will appear on the menu bar in the upper-right corner of the screen. To use the utility to join a Wi-Fi network with your adapter, refer to Join a Wireless Network.
Note:
If the TP-Link Utility icon
does not appear on the menu bar, make sure the USB wireless network
adapter is connected properly and its LED is on.
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Chapter 4
Mac OS X
4. 2. Join a Wireless Network
There are two options of using the adapter to join a Wi-Fi network. Option 1: TP-Link Utility TP-Link Utility lets you easily connect the adapter to a Wi-Fi network and manage the adapter. Option 2: WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) is a network security standard for easily adding computers and other devices to a home network. Use this method if your wireless router or access point supports WPS.
4. 2. 1. TP-Link Utility
Option 1 Click the TP-Link Utility icon on the menu bar, and choose a Wi-Fi network from the list. Enter the password when prompted. When you are connected to the internet, the network icon will change to .
Option 2
1. Click the TP-Link Utility icon
on the menu bar, and then click Open
Wireless Utility at the bottom of the network list.
2. Select the network you want to join from the list and enter the password when prompted. Click Join.
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Mac OS X
Note: If your Wi-Fi network is not displayed in the list, you can try to join it by WPS or by clicking Join Other on the above screen, and then follow the on-screen instructions to join the network.
4. 2. 2. WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup)
WPS can be activated via PBC (Push Button Configuration) and PIN code. Please refer to PBC or PIN below. · PBC Option 1 1. Press the WPS/QSS button on your router or AP. Within 2 minutes, press and
hold the WPS button on the adapter until the following WPS screen appears.
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Mac OS X
2. The following screen indicates a successful connection by WPS. Click OK.
Option 2 1. Press the WPS/QSS button on your router or AP.
2. Within 2 minutes, click the TP-Link Utility icon click WPS at the bottom of the network list.
on the menu bar, and then
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Mac OS X
3. Click PBC.
4. The following screen indicates a successful connection by WPS. Click OK.
· PIN
1. Click the TP-Link Utility icon bottom of the network list.
on the menu bar, and then click WPS at the
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Mac OS X
2. Click PIN.
3. Within 2 minutes, log in to the web management page of your router or AP. Go to its WPS page, enter the PIN of the adapter in the corresponding field and click Connect.
4. The following screen indicates a successful connection by WPS. Click OK.
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Chapter 4
Mac OS X
4. 3. Management
TP-Link Utility provides you with an easy way to manage various connection settings of your Wi-Fi network.
1. Click the TP-Link Utility icon
on the menu bar, and then click Open
Wireless Utility at the bottom of the network list.
2. TP-Link Utility will pop up. Click the Profiles button to open the Profiles screen.
3. The Profiles screen lets you manage different Wi-Fi connection settings as profiles so that you can connect to your network easily.
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Chapter 4
Mac OS X
Preferred Networks displays the networks that you once connected to. The networks' status and information are displayed on the table. · To join a Wi-Fi network If you want to join a Wi-Fi network that is listed on the profile screen, select the profile and click Apply in the bottom right corner. · To manage an existing profile If you want to change the wireless settings of an existing profile, select it and then you can edit its Security and Password. If you want to delete a profile, select it and click Remove.
4. 4. Uninstall Driver and Utility
1. Double click Uninstall.command in the downloaded folder.
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Chapter 4
Mac OS X
2. Enter the password of you computer and when the "Uninstall Complete" message appears, the uninstallation is complete.
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Chapter 5
Linux
This chapter introduces how to install your adapter's driver in a Linux system.
Chapter 5
Linux
Visit the TP-Link's website at http://www.tp-link.com, and go to TL-WN823N's product page. Then find the compatible version of driver in the support page. Download and install the driver on your computer.
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Appendix: Troubleshooting
T1. What should I do if the adapter is not detected?
· Make sure the adapter is securely connected to the computer. · Make sure you meet the minimum system requirements for the adapter and that the
latest Windows and system updates are installed on your computer. · Make sure you use the latest driver for your specific adapter. The latest drivers can
be found at the product's Support page at http://www.tp-link.com. · Try a different USB port on the computer. · Try restarting the computer or try using the adapter on a different computer.
T2. How to check if I have installed the driver for my adapter successfully or not?
1. On your computer, please right click Computer icon and go to Manage;
2. Open the Device Manager and go to Network adapters, and then find the corresponding TP-Link adapter, right click it and then go to Properties;
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3. If you can see "This device is working properly." in the red box, you have already installed the driver successfully.
T3. What should I do if can't connect to the Wi-Fi after installing the driver?
· Refer to T2 to check if you have installed the driver for your adapter successfully . · Make sure the adapter is securely connected to the computer. · Disable the antivirus software and firewall, then try again. · Try a different USB port on the computer. · Restart your computer and try again.
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· Re-install the driver and try again.
T4. How to find the hardware version of the adapter?
· The hardware version is printed on the product label on the package or the adapter. There is a character string "Ver:X.Y" (for example, Ver:2.0) in the Serial Number field, and the number X is the hardware version of the adapter.
· Visit http://www.tp-link.com/faq-46.html and follow the second method to find the hardware version of the adapter.
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COPYRIGHT & TRADEMARKS
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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trademark of TP-Link Technologies Co., Ltd. Other brands and product names
are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.
No part of the specifications may be reproduced in any form or by any means or used to make any derivative such as translation, transformation, or adaptation without permission from TP-Link. Copyright © 2024 TP-Link. All rights reserved.
FCC STATEMENT
Product Name: 300Mbps Mini Wireless N USB Adapter Model Number: TL-WN823N Responsible party: TP-Link USA Corporation Address: 10 Mauchly, Irvine, CA 92618 Website: http://www.tp-link.com/us/ Tel: +1 626 333 0234 Fax: +1 909 527 6804 E-mail: sales.usa@tp-link.com 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 radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. End users must follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. This equipment has been SAR-evaluated for use in hand. SAR measurements are based on a 5mm spacing from the body and that compliance is achieved at that distance.
We, TP-Link USA Corporation, has determined that the equipment shown as above has been shown to comply with the applicable technical standards, FCC part 15. There is no unauthorized change is made in the equipment and the equipment is properly maintained and operated.
Issue Date: 24/02/23
CE Mark Warning
This is a class B product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
OPERATING FREQUENCY(the maximum transmitted power)
2412MHz-2472MHz (20dBm)
EU declaration of conformity
TP-Link hereby declares that the device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of directives 2014/53/EU, 2011 /65/ EU and (EU) 2015/863. The original EU Declaration of Conformity may be found at https://www.tp-link. com/en/support/ce
UK declaration of conformity
TP-Link hereby declares that the device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the Radio Equipment Regulations 2017. The original UK Declaration of Conformity may be found at https://www.tp-link. com/support/ukca
RF Exposure Information
This device meets the EU requirements (2014/53/EU Article 3.1a) on the limitation of exposure of the general public to electromagnetic fields by way of health protection. This device has been tested and meets the ICNIRP exposure guidelines and the European Standard EN 62209-2. SAR is measured with this device at a separation of 0.5 cm to the body, while transmitting at the highest certified output power level in all frequency bands of this device. Carry this device at least 0.5 cm away from your body to ensure exposure levels remain at or below the as-tested levels.
Canadian Compliance Statement
This device contains licence-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada's licence-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause interference. (2) This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. L'émetteur/récepteur exempt de licence contenu dans le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Innovation, Sciences et Développement économique Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes : 1) L'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage;
2) L'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.
Radiation Exposure Statement:
This EUT is compliance with SAR for general population/uncontrolled exposure limits in RSS-102 and had been tested in accordance with the measurement methods and procedures specified in IEEE 1528 and IEC 62209. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 0.5 cm between the radiator and your body. This device and its antenna(s) must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
Déclaration d'exposition aux radiations :
Cet adaptateur est conforme au SAR pour la population générale/limites d'exposition non contrôlées dans RSS-102 et a été testé conformément aux méthodes et procédures de mesure spécifiées dans IEEE 1528 et CEI 62209. Cet équipement doit être installé et utilisé avec une distance minimale de 5 mm entre le radiateur et votre corps. Cet appareil et ses antennes ne doivent pas être situés ou fonctionner en conjonction avec une autre antenne ou un autre émetteur.
Industry Canada Statement
CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B)
Korea Warning Statements
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NCC Notice
BSMI Notice
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Safety Information
· Keep the device away from water, fire, humidity or hot environments. · Do not attempt to disassemble, repair, or modify the device. If you need service,
please contact us. · Do not use the device where wireless devices are not allowed. · This equipment can be powered only by equipments that comply with Power
Source Class 2 (PS2) or Limited Power Source (LPS) defined in the standard of IEC 62368-1.
Please read and follow the above safety information when operating the device. We cannot guarantee that no accidents or damage will occur due to improper use of the device. Please use this product with care and operate at your own risk.
This product uses radios and other components that emit electromagnetic fields. Electromagnetic fields and magnets may interfere with pacemakers and other implanted medical devices. Always keep the product and its power adapter more than 15 cm (6 inches) away from any pacemakers or other implanted medical devices. If you suspect your product is interfering with your pacemaker or any other implanted medical device, turn off your product and consult your physician for information specific to your medical device.
Environment
Operating Temperature: 0~40 (32~104)
Explanation of the symbols on the product label
Symbols may vary from products.
Symbol
Explanation
Class II equipment
Class II equipment with functional earthing
Alternating current
Direct current Polarity of d.c. power connector Indoor use only Dangerous voltage Caution, risk of electric shock Energy efficiency Marking Protective earth
Earth
Frame or chassis
Functional earthing Caution, hot surface Caution Operator's manual Stand-by "ON"/"OFF" (push-push) Fuse Fuse is used in neutral N
RECYCLING This product bears the selective sorting symbol for Waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE). This means that this product must be handled pursuant to European directive 2012/19/EU in order to be recycled or dismantled to minimize its impact on the environment. User has the choice to give his product to a competent recycling organization or to the retailer when he buys a new electrical or electronic equipment.
Caution, avoid listening at high volume levels for long periods
Disconnection, all power plugs
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Switch of mini-gap construction
Switch of micro-gap construction (for US version)
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Switch of micro-gap / micro-disconnection construction
(for other versions except US)
Switch without contact gap (Semiconductor switching device)
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