A proven way to quickly configure a tp link router - step by step and in Russian. TP-LINK TD-W8151N router, step-by-step instructions The tp link modem cannot be configured

A router with a built-in ADSL2+ modem TP-LINK TD-8817 allows you to organize access to the Internet via ADSL and connect one network device. It is a low-cost networking solution for homes and small businesses that is still very much in use today. The modem software is easy to set up and is suitable for use on the networks of most providers.

Login to modem

To configure the equipment, you need to enter the modem’s IP address in the address bar of your browser: 192.168.1.1 and enter your login/password to log in. The default is admin/admin.

Connection setup

Setting up a connection to the provider is carried out in the “Interface setup” menu, subsection “Internet”

You can see which VPC/VCI correspond to which PVC number by clicking on the “PVCs summary” button

Explanations for settings

We select the PVC profile in accordance with the settings issued by the provider. When choosing PVC7, you can specify non-standard values ​​that are not in the table.

Standard VPI/VCI parameters

The Rostelecom provider for Rostov-on-Don uses VPI=0, VCI=35; for the Rostov region VPI/VCI may be non-standard (for the correct values, see the connection documents or check with technical support)
The DH/Comstar/MTS provider in Rostov-on-Don and the Rostov region uses VPI=0, VCI=33

Select connection type PPPoA/PPPoE

Connection types

Rostelecom in Rostov-on-Don uses PPPoA, most recently PPPoE
Rostelecom in the Rostov region uses PPPoE.
DTS/COMSTAR/MTS mainly uses only PPPoE

The service name is not required. In the account settings section, fill in your connection login and password (This information must be obtained from your service provider).
We select encapsulation LLC for the PPPoE type and VC-MUX for PPPoA. We set the IP address to dynamic, enable NAT, and the Default route must be enabled. We leave the remaining settings as default as indicated in the screenshot.
To save the settings, click the “Save” button. If everything is configured correctly, the “Internet” indicator on the modem will turn green.
If this indicator lights up red, then first of all you need to check that the login and password for the connection are entered correctly.

If you are a novice user of the Rostelecom provider, then you probably were offered to rent or purchase additional equipment, such as, for example, a TP Link router, when signing a service agreement.
Almost all device models from this manufacturer are ideally adapted to distribute an Internet signal to all home devices. Where to start, how to set up a router to distribute the Internet and use the World Wide Web at home on different devices?

Contents of the article

• 1 General information
• 2 Basics of connection and setup
  • 2.1 Automatic method
  • 2.2 Manual method
• 3 Connecting IP TV via router

General information

Like other types of routers, TP Link is designed to exchange the received network traffic packet between all devices connected to it. That is, all home equipment can access the Internet via Wi-Fi wireless connection technology, provided that the specific equipment supports it. But the user must understand that the speed will decrease in proportion to the number of connected units of other devices.

Any router has ports for receiving and distributing the received signal. On the case there is always a connector called WANN, through which the equipment connects to the Rostelecom Internet network, and several LAN connectors for connecting other home equipment. And if the router is equipped with a wireless network adapter, then the connection can be established immediately via Wi-Fi technology.

The manufacturer has equipped most of its models with security software, that is, traffic is filtered and unwanted attacks from intruders are blocked.

Connection and Setup Basics

In order for everything to work, and you can access the Internet from any device, you need to correctly configure the TP Link Rostelecom router. There are two options here - getting automatic settings or the manual method.

Automatic method

Open the packaging box and review the included accessories - among them there should be a cable with connectors for LAN ports (usually yellow).

We connect the router with one end of the cable, and, for example, a laptop with the other.

Now we need a cable through which the Internet is supplied to the apartment. We connect it to the connector marked WAN.

Now you need to configure the tp link router. To do this, we need to go to its web interface; the address can be found from the information indicated on the packaging box. Usually it is the same for all types of models - 192.168.0.1, or you can simply enter the address manually tplinklogin.net. The address is entered in the search bar of any browser.

The authorization page will open, here you need to enter admin in two fields; if this does not work, then check the input data on the equipment label.

Then you should indicate your personal data and location - fill in all fields correctly, do not forget to indicate the name of your provider.

In the next window you need to fill in the data to log into your personal account as a network subscriber. All this is stated in your agreement for the supply of Rostelecom services.

We looked at the automatic settings method. If after all the manipulations the Internet pages do not open, then you can set the settings manually, which is discussed below.

Manual method

Open the web interface of the TP Link router for Rostelecom and enter the settings mode.

Here you need to select the network parameters - WAN, and specify the type - PPPoE.

Then you must again provide your login and password information.

At the bottom, click the option to save without changing anything else.

A direct connection through the router should work.

Now you need to set the values ​​for the output of other devices via Wi-Fi wireless technology:

You also need to open the interface and select the “Wireless Connection” tab, and then “Settings”.

Look on the box for the name of your equipment, this will be the name of the network, it should be entered in the appropriate field.

Everything else can be left unchanged.

We go to the connection protection block - here you need to enter a password, also indicated on the box.

Save your changes and reboot your computer.

Now your personal wireless network is protected; the built-in software will filter out unwanted requests from intruders.

Connecting IP TV via a router

Usually you don’t need to enter any additional settings, the TV receiver should connect to the network itself, but if nothing happens, follow these steps:

Open the router interface on your computer and go to the Network – IPTV page.

Specify the connecting port of the router - LAN4.

Now you need to connect the set-top box to the router via a cable to the LAN port.

Save the changes made and restart the console, the television should work.

Important! Sometimes it happens that all the settings you have made are lost; this can happen if, for example, the general supply of electricity or home Internet is turned off.

In order not to configure the equipment every time, you can reserve software settings on your website on the Internet:

On your router's personal page, open the system tools tab.

Here you need to select the “Backup and Restore” line.

Click on the settings reservation item, indicate where your file will be stored (for example, on removable media), and the changes made must be saved.

In case of any equipment failure, you can easily use the recovery option; you should do everything in reverse order and set the previously existing settings from your saved file.

Today, the tp link router model TD-W8151N is available in two hardware versions. Although their characteristics are the same, the firmware is not interchangeable. You can determine the version both by its appearance (this is for more experienced users who understand the routers of this manufacturer) and by the label pasted on the bottom.

How to determine the hardware version of a router?

Attention! If you install firmware from a different version, it may damage the device and the case will not be covered under warranty!

For this reason, you must carefully select the firmware file to install. To do this, compare your router with the photos below:

Router TP-LINK TD-W8151N version V1

This is the appearance of the device version V1.

Router TP-LINK TD-W8151N version V3

The updated version V3 has this appearance. If you still have doubts, then turn the router over and look carefully at the sticker on the bottom:

The "Serial Number" field on the right side says "Ver 1.3", which means version V1. If it says 3.x, then this means version V3. The firmware must be downloaded specifically for a specific model:

For version V.1 – http://www.tp-link.com/en/support/download/?model=TD-W8151N&version=V1

For version V.3 – http://www.tp-link.com/en/support/download/?model=TD-W8151N&version=V3

In all other respects, the models are identical; let’s take a closer look at the V3 model.

Router components

The tp link td w8151n router goes on sale in a colorful cardboard box in sea green color.

Router packaging box

From the inscriptions on the front side of the package it is clear that the router supports a wireless network of the IEEE 802.11n standard with data transfer speeds of up to 150 Mbit/s, and is equipped with a built-in ADSL2+ modem.

The equipment is typical for this standard device.

Router equipment

The kit includes a power supply, splitter, telephone wire for connecting the modem to the splitter, network cable patch cord, CD with a wizard for installing and configuring the router, and documentation for the device.

Router appearance, front panel

The TP Link router TD-W8151N v3 has a very unusual top cover design - holes for cooling the device are scattered across the entire surface. At a quick glance, it looks as if a car drove over the router and left tread marks.

Router case

On the front there is a company logo and a number of LED indicators. On the right, the LED informs the user that the Wi-Fi router tp link is turned on, the second LED indicates the connection to the provider via ADSL, and the third indicates the availability of Internet access. The fourth LED indicates that the Wi-Fi wireless module is turned on, the fifth indicates that the automatic secure installation of the WPS wireless network has been activated. And the last, sixth, indicator reports the connection of a wired device to a single LAN port. If the LAN port or Wi-Fi indicator is blinking, it means that information is currently being transmitted via this interface.

Rear panel of the router

All the ports and connectors of the router are traditionally located on the rear panel.

Rear panel of the router

All ports and connectors are labeled, it is simply impossible to mix them up or get confused. Let's list them from left to right:

1. Power supply connector
2. Router on/off button;
3. WPS activation button;
4. A very small button recessed into the body for resetting settings to factory values ​​(for the case if the tp link wifi router has already been configured and the network IP address, name or password has been changed);
5. Button to turn on the wireless Wi-Fi module;
6. One LAN port for connecting a wired LAN device;
7. One ADSL port for connecting the provider's telephone wire;
8. Fixed antenna.

It should be noted that the telephone cable coming from the provider must be connected not directly to the modem, but through the splitter included in the kit. Otherwise, when you pick up the phone, the connection to the Internet will be lost.

Setting up the router

Settings Wizard

Setting up a router can be done in two ways - for less and more experienced users. The first method, almost automated, is done using the settings wizard included on the CD. Before starting the settings, the tp link wifi router is installed. To do this, connect the router to the computer using a network cable with one end to the LAN port and the other to the computer’s network card.

Installation Wizard

As you can see from the image, the installation wizard was originally written for the first hardware version, but it can also be used for the third version.

Select “Start Setup” from the menu. The first setup window will appear:

The first window of the setup wizard settings menu

Further settings depend on the provider (by connection type). To continue the setup, prepare an agreement with the provider, which specifies the data necessary for setup - network addresses, logins and passwords.

Configuration via web interface, entering the settings menu

The second way to configure the router is through any web browser. To start setting up, open any web browser and in the address bar enter the network address of the tp link router – 192.168.1.1. A window will open asking you to enter your username and password.

Entering your username and password to enter the router settings menu

By default, the “User name” field is set to “admin”, and the “Password” field is also set to “admin”. After entering, click the “OK” button. If identification occurs with an error, then you need to do as written above - reset the settings.

Home Menu Page

The settings menu has a slightly different interface - the settings items are located not as usual in the left column, but at the top.

First page of the settings menu

Menu sub-items are located immediately below the main items. To make the setup clearer, let’s consider the situation of how to flash a tp link router with updated firmware.

Updating the firmware (firmware) of the router

First of all, go to the manufacturer’s website and download the file with the updated firmware to your computer (links are located at the beginning of the article). Next, go to the “Maintenance” menu and click on the “Firmware” submenu.

Firmware update

The first line of the window that opens will indicate the current firmware version. Click the “Browse” button opposite the “New Firmware Location” field and indicate the path to the previously downloaded firmware, click “OK”. The firmware update process will begin. After the process is completed, press the “UPGRADE” button, which will reboot the router.

If desired, you can save the current router settings so that in case of further incorrect settings, you can return the device to an operational state. To do this, click the “ROMFILE SAVE” button and specify the path where to save the file with the current parameters. To return to those parameters, click the “Browse” button opposite the “New Romfile Location” field and specify the path to the file with the previously saved parameters.

TP-Link routers and modems are deservedly popular for their reliability, low cost and ease of management. The instructions are given using the TD-W8960N model as an example.

Before turning on

The main function of the router is to create a local wireless network that connects computers, laptops and mobile gadgets within the home/office. The second, no less important task is connecting this network to the Internet. Therefore, before turning on the router for the first time, it is advisable to have the connection settings with the provider at hand. They are usually specified in the contract or in separate instructions from the provider. If there are no settings, then when connecting you need to call technical support and ask for this information.

Before turning it on, you need to look at the bottom of the case: in TP-Link models, the following information is needed to configure the router:

IP address: usually 192.168.1.1

· Login: admin

· Password: admin

If the values ​​in your model are different, it is better to rewrite or remember them in advance.

Turning on the wireless modem for the first time

1. Connect the data cable from your Internet provider to the router. Typically this is a telephone cable (ADSL connection, “leased line”), or an Ethernet wire (“fiber optic”, LAN). If the connection source is a 3G/4G modem, then you should connect it to the router’s USB port.

2. Connect the router to the power supply: TP-Link supplies a power cable included.

Connecting to a router

If everything is in order, then after 20-60 seconds the router is completely ready for use. This time is needed to download the firmware. Indicators - LEDs on the front panel will help you find out about its performance. By the way, on TP Link routers these “lights” glow with a soft, pleasant light, without irritating even in the dark. Indicators are equipped with icons or inscriptions. From left to right:

· Power indicator: When the device is turned on, it should always be on.

· Internet: shows the functionality of the Internet connection. Doesn't work when first turned on; in online mode it flickers or lights up constantly.

· ADSL or LAN; 3G, 4G for Beeline and other mobile operators: depending on the type of provider, shows the presence of a signal from it. When you turn it on for the first time, it may blink, or it may be off.

· WLAN (WiFi/Wireless): access point indicator. Flickers or lights up when first connected.

· WDS: not present on all models, it is responsible for expanding wireless network coverage.

· Other “light bulbs” may be present - USB port, QSS fast connection, 2-6 local network ports, etc. It is normal if these indicators are not lit yet. If the device is used as a repeater, the light signaling may be different.

Connecting a PC to a Wireless Network

A smartphone/tablet is also suitable for setting up a TP-Link modem, but we will consider the good old connection from a PC or laptop. If the router is working, then it is already “distributing” the wireless network (or expanding its coverage area using WDS technology). It is called standard and boring - like TP-Link_15616, and is visible from any device. It works without a password and this needs to be changed as soon as possible.

We connect the computer to the new Wi-Fi network. The wireless connection icon in the Windows tray will be crossed out with a cross (or another icon of missing Internet).

You can configure your TP-Link router through a browser. We enter 192.168.1.1 (without www) into its address bar: this is the router’s control panel. Remember - the IP address, plus the login and password are printed on the bottom of the case? So, instant authorization - and we are in the depths of the access point. If it is possible to change the language, then in the case of TP-Link you can do this with confidence: the company is famous for its decent translation of its firmware.

Everything about wireless router settings

Step-by-step instructions - connecting to the Internet, setting a network password, advanced parameters: WDS, MAC addresses, connection encryption algorithms.

TP-Link control panel home page

You cannot change anything on the main page (Device Info) - this is a purely informational section. At the top there is information about the firmware and model version, below are the current indicators of the access point and connection with the provider, as well as the date and time.

Attention! When the router is fully configured, all values ​​in the Device Info table should have non-zero values. If there are zeros anywhere (or values ​​like 0.0.0.0), there is something wrong with the connection. True, the repeater mode allows zero values.

How to connect a router to the Internet

Connecting and setting up the Internet occurs in the Quick Setup section of the side menu on the left. In other models, this section may be called WAN Settings / WAN Configurations.

How to connect a TP-Link router to the Internet: WAN and ADSL settings

In this section, it all comes down to entering 2-5 connection parameters that are provided by the provider. In our example it is:

· connection method (WAN Link Type): PPPoE mode;

· VPI/VCI values ​​set to 0 and 33;

· login (PPP Username) and password (PPP Password) for authorization with the provider (not to be confused with the login-password of your personal wireless network!).

Each provider has its own settings: for Beeline they are one, for MTS they are different. Although they differ slightly, you should check with your Internet operator. In any case, to connect the router to the Internet you will need to enter no more than a few values. When the router is working as a repeater, it should not be configured to connect to the Internet. These parameters are needed only for the access point.

How to set up a wireless network

In the left side menu there is a Wireless section (“Wireless network”, Wi-Fi and other names). Let's go there.

Basic wireless settings section

Basic wireless parameters of the TP-Link router

Basic wireless parameters of the TP-Link router:

· Enable Wireless: Enable the wireless network. There should be a check mark.

· Hide SSID Broadcast: hide the network name from the air. The unofficial name of the option is “paranoid mode”. With a correct password like 463sltjHe, it is impossible to hack the network, regardless of whether the relay transmits its name or not.

· Wireless network name: name of the wireless network. It’s better to use something personal to immediately distinguish your own network from neighboring ones: The-Best-Wi-Fi, Aleksey’s Network, etc. English letters, numbers, spaces are acceptable, but no Cyrillic.

· Country: optional. The TP-Link router does not require country setting to operate. You can choose your region, or you can forget.

The Apply/Save button is standard for all sections - it must be clicked after setting, before moving to the next section. Attention! Before changing the network name, encryption type, password, WDS mode, etc., keep in mind: the computer’s connection to Wi-Fi will be interrupted. You just need to re-click on the connection icon in Windows and select the newly created network (enter a new password) for each device on the network. They do not connect on their own.

Security section – Wi-Fi security and password

Perhaps the most important section of the settings. The QSS parameter (more often called WPS on other routers) is responsible for quickly connecting new devices to your network at the touch of a button, without entering passwords. If we are setting up a network outside the home (in the office), then it is better to turn it off (disable).

· Network Authentication: security type. Remember the word WEP - and never use it at all. Exclusively WPA, or WPA2 - no other values ​​are suitable for a secure connection. WPA type variations (Home or Enterprise) are also acceptable. However, there is an ancient belief: a person who does not encrypt his wireless network goes to heaven.

· Configuring Open in network encryption means that your Internet can be used by random strangers, and they can have access to computers on the network. Use it only when you know exactly what you are doing. Even public Wi-Fi networks with free access for cafes/gyms are now commonly protected with a password.

· Wireless Network Key: Enter your own network password. Do not confuse it with the password for connecting to your provider. It is this password that will allow other devices to connect to the network. If the device is used as a repeater, then you do not need to set a password. Passwords like 111111, qwerty, Andrey, etc. sooner or later they will definitely be picked up by their neighbors. Choose a complex password, with letters, numbers and special characters, at least 10-15 characters.

An old joke: a computer geek's best password is the name of his pet. After all, a professional IT specialist’s dog’s name is always something like sif723@59!kw.

· Encryption algorithm (WPA Encryption). Both AES and AES-TKIP are equally good, there is no fundamental difference.

Advanced settings section

Advanced Wi-Fi settings. Useful advancements.

As a rule, TP Link modems do not require advanced settings. Everything should work with default values.

2. Mode: b / g / n / ac or their variations - bgn, bg, etc. In fact, generations of the Wi-Fi standard. You should select the most recent connection mode in the settings, bgn setting, or, if present, bgn+ac. The rest are needed only for rare cases of device incompatibility.

· The ancient and slow a and b modes were hardly seen even by seasoned specialists. These are retained for compatibility purposes and should not be used.

· Old “g” mode: can be used if older devices categorically refuse to work with other modes.

· Modern standard “n”: the most common for most devices.

· Latest “ac” standard: not supported by all devices.

Rarely used settings

Other wireless sections of the TP-Link control panel are required only in special cases - for example, to connect to a VPN, so let’s go over them briefly.

MAC Filter – filtering by MAC address. Allows only manually configured devices to connect to the network, and only after entering a password. No strangers. It is not recommended for home use or for a small office where everyone has their own.

Setting up a VPN on a router: not possible on all models. This is a more advanced feature.

Wireless Bridge (WDS): the ability to use a Wi-Fi router as a “repeater” - a repeater of an existing Wi-Fi signal. Used to “extend” the range of another working and configured router. In other cases, you need to use the already configured AP mode (Access Point mode).

Conclusion

Setting up a router is an easy task even for non-specialists, and very, very necessary. Once you understand the parameters, you will no longer call specialists and adjusters - it’s only a matter of 2-3 minutes of time.

There are no uniform instructions for setting up wireless network settings, but the general principles are the same for all models. Only small details differ: some devices use the terms Wireless, others use Wi-Fi; The newest models work with the “ac” communication standard, older models work with b/g/n networks. The example of setting up a TP-Link access point is suitable for devices from ASUS, D-Link, and others - only the little things differ. Direct analogy: microwave ovens - the principle is the same, but the buttons are slightly different.

Due to its popularity among Rostelecom subscribers, the modem TP-Link TD-W8901N Owing primarily to the low price of the device. The main advantages of this ADSL router model include the presence of a WiFi module, a full-fledged 4-port switch, and relatively good performance of the device. Its capabilities allow you to connect the Internet and digital television even on long lines of average quality. Setting up the TP-Link TD-W8901N modem is somewhat difficult for beginners due to the rather confusing menu. Therefore, we recommend using the instructions below.

Characteristics of the TP-Link TD-W8901N modem:

Interfaces:

— 1 DSL port, RJ11 connector
— 4 ports 10/100 Mbit/s, RJ45 connector
- WAN port - ADSL

Supported ADSL standards:

— Full-rate ANSI T1.413 Issue 2
— ITU-T G.992.1(G.DMT) Annex A
— ITU-T G.992.2 (G.Lite) Annex A
— ITU-T G.994.1 (G.hs)
— ITU-T G.992.3 (G.dmt.bis) Annex A/L/M
— ITU-T G.992.4 (G.lite.bis) Annex A
— ITU-T G.992.5 Annex A/L/M

Wireless network:

Wi-Fi speed - 150 Mbps
Wi-Fi frequency 2.4 GHz
Number of antennas - 1 with a coefficient of 5 dBi
Antenna design - Fixed
Wireless standards - 802.11b/g/n

Other:

Protocol support - PPPoE, IPsec, L2TP, PPTP

IP address of the TP-Link TD-W8901N router on the local network - (on some models, you can log into the router by entering the address tplinkmodem.net in the browser). Login - admin, factory password - admin.

To enter the web configurator of the TP-Link ADSL modem, it is recommended to use Internet Explorer, Microsoft Edge, Google Chrome web browsers.

Internet setup on TD-W8901N

In order to set up TP-Link TD-W8901N on Rostelecom, you must first check the connection parameters with the provider’s technical support at 8-800-100-0800. This must be done because different Rostelecom branches use different settings and protocols.

Here's what you need to know:

Connection parameters - VPI and VCI Encapsulation type - LLC is usually used Connection type - PPPoE, Dynamic or Static IP

If you use the services of another telecom operator, you can do everything by analogy, taking into account the parameters used on this network.

Connection setup:

We go to the web interface of the TP-Link modem and select the section in the main menu Interface Setup > Internet. As a rule, several virtual connections are already preconfigured on the TP-Link TD-W8901N. This means that you don’t need to create new ones, but you need to edit existing ones. Click on the “PVCs Summary” button.

After this, you will see a table with a list of available connections. Let's see if there is anything there that has the same VPI and VCI values ​​as yours.

If there is a match, then in the “Virtual Circuit” field you need to select this particular PVC connection. If there is nothing similar, then you can choose any of the available ones. Let's take PVC1 as an example.

We begin setting up a connection to Rostelecom on the TP-Link TD-W8901N by checking whether it has the “Active” checkbox in the “Status” line.
Below you need to write down the VPI and VCI values ​​that are used on the provider’s equipment.
In the “ATM QoS” line set the value “UBR”.
We find the “ISP” parameters in the “Encapsulation” field, where you need to select the connection type to use.
Rostelecom usually uses the protocol PPPoE, through which regular subscribers work in most branches.
In the “Username” field, enter the login that you were given in the agreement, and in the “Password” field, enter the password.
Below, set the “Connection” parameter to “Always On (Recomended)”.

Note: There are Rostelecom branches where the connection type is used Dynamic IP(Dynamic IP, DHCP) - then in the “ISP” field you need to check the “Dynamic IP Address” checkbox.

Setting up WiFi on TP-Link TD-W8901N

Setting up Wi-Fi on the TP-Link TD-W8901N ADSL modem is quite simple. To do this, in the web interface, open the menu section responsible for the wireless network - Interface Setup > Wireless.

Be sure to check that the “Activated” checkbox is checked in the “Access Point” line. This item is responsible for the operation of the wireless module.
In the Channel line you need to put the value “Russia”.
In the Channel Bandwidth line, set the value to 40 MHz. This is to ensure that the speed of the wireless network is maximum.
In the SSID Index list, set the value to “1”.
To protect Wi-Fi from hacking, be sure to disable WPS technology. To do this, uncheck Use WPS and set it to “No” to disable this technology, since it is a gap in Wi-Fi security.
In the SSID field, you need to come up with and write down a network name in Latin.
The authentication type (the “Authentication Type” parameter) select WPA2-PSK - it is the most secure today. Encryption type (“Encryption” parameter) — set to AES.
All that remains is to come up with a password for connecting clients to the network and enter it in the “Pre-Shared Key” field. Make your Wi-Fi password no shorter than 8-10 characters, and it’s best to use a mix of letters and numbers. This should reliably protect Wi-Fi from hacking by intruders.

Setting up a wireless WiFi network on the TD-W8901N router from TP-Link is complete. Press the button Save to save modem settings.