TP-LINK TL-WR542G User Manual

 

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Chapter 3: Connecting the Router 

 

Broadband Internet Access Service (DSL/Cable/Ethernet) 

 

One DSL/Cable modem that has RJ45 connector (you do not need it if you 
connect the Router to Ethernet) 

 

Each PC on the LAN needs working Ethernet NIC and an Ethernet cable with 
RJ45 connectors 

 

TCP/IP protocol must be installed on each PC 

 

Web browser, such as Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0 or later, Netscape 
Navigator 6.0 or later 

 

Not in direct sunlight or near a heater or heating vent

 

 

Not cluttered or crowded. There should be at least 2 inches (5 cm) of clear 
space on all sides of the switch

 

 

Well ventilated (especially if it is in a closet)

 

 

Operating temperature: 0℃~40℃ (32℉~104℉) 

 

Operating Humidity: 10%~90%RH, Non-condensing 

Before you install the Router, you should have connected your PC to the Internet through 
your broadband service successfully. If there is any problem, please contact your ISP. 
After that, please install the Router according to the following steps. Don't forget to pull 
out the power plug and keep your hands dry. 

1)  Power off your PCs, Cable or DSL modem and the Router. 
2)  Locate an optimum location for the Router. The best place is usually near the center 

of the area in which your PCs will wirelessly connect. The place must accord with 
the 

3)  Adjust the direction of the antenna. Normally, upright is a good direction. 
4)  Connect the PCs and each Switch/Hub on your LAN to the LAN Ports on the Router, 

shown in figure 3-1. 

5)  Connect the DSL/Cable Modem to the WAN port on the Router, shown in figure 3-1. 
6)  Connect the AC Power adapter to the AC power socket on the Router, and the other 

end into an electrical outlet. The Router will start to work automatically. 

7)  Power on Your PCs and Cable or DSL modem.