tp-link AC750 Wi-Fi Travel Router Installation Guide
- June 7, 2024
- tp-link
Table of Contents
Quick Installation Guide
AC750 Wi-Fi Travel Router
TL-WR902AC
Determine Operation Mode
Refer to the following scenarios to determine an appropriate operation mode.
Mode Switch | Operation Mode | Scenario |
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Share ETH | Router (Default Mode | The wired network is only limited to one |
device to connect at a time, but I want to share the internet with more
wireless devices.
Share Hotspot| Hotspot| I want to have internet access from a wireless
internet service provider (WISP), and share the internet with local devices.
AP/Rng Ext/Client| Access Point| I want to access the internet wirelessly, but
only a wired network is available.
Range Extender| I am in a Wi-Fi “dead zone” or a place with a weak wireless
signal. I want to have a larger range of wireless signal for a better internet
connection throughout my home or office.
Client| I have a wired-only device, for example, a smart TV, media player, or
game console. I want to connect it to my wireless network.
During Travel
Router Mode (Default)
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Switch the operation mode to Share ETH and connect the hardware according to Step A to D in the left diagram.
Tips: Plug a 3G/4G USB modem with a SIM/UIM card into the 3G/4G USB port as needed. -
Connect your device to the router wirelessly. The Wi-Fi network names and passwords are on the router’s label.
Check whether you can access the internet.
– If yes, neglect the steps below and enjoy the internet.
– If no, continue with the steps below. -
Launch a web browser and enter http://tplinkwifi.net in the address bar. Log in with admin (in lowercase) for both username and password.
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Click Next to start the Quick Setup.
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Select your WAN Connection Type. If you are not sure, click Auto Detect. Then follow the screen instructions to continue.
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Either customize your Wireless Network Name and Password for the 2.4GHz/5GHz wireless network or keep the default ones and then click Next.
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Click Save to apply the settings.
If you have changed the default Wi-Fi name(s) and password(s), you have to reconnect your wireless devices to the new Wi-Fi network(s).
Hotspot Mode
- Switch the operation mode to Share Hotspot and plug the router’s power adapter into an electrical outlet.
- Connect your device to the router wirelessly or via an Ethernet cable. The Wi-Fi network names and passwords are on the router’s label.
- Launch a web browser and enter http://tplinkwifi.net in the address bar. Log in with admin (in lowercase) for both username and password.
- Click Next to start the Quick Setup.
- Select your WAN Connection Type. If you’re not sure, please consult your ISP. Then follow the on-screen instructions to continue.
- Click Connect to the corresponding network of the WISP and enter its password if encrypted.
- Either customize your Local Network SSID and Password for the 2.4GHz/5GHz wireless network or keep the default ones and then click Next.
- Click Finish to apply the settings.
If you have changed the default Wi-Fi name(s) and password(s), you have to reconnect your wireless devices to the new Wi-Fi network(s).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1. What should I do if there is no internet access?
- If you are using a cable modem, unplug the Ethernet cable and reboot the modem. Wait until its Online LED is on and stable, and then reconnect the cable to the modem.
- If you’re in a hotel room or on a trade show, the internet may be limited and requires that you authenticate for the service or purchase internet access.
- If internet access is still unavailable, contact TP-Link Technical Support.
Q2. How do I restore the router to its factory default settings?
- With the router powered on, use a pin to press and hold the RESET button for about five seconds until all the LEDs start flashing. Then release the button.
Q3. What should I do if I forget the router’s web management password?
- Refer to FAQ > Q2 to reset the router, and then use the default admin (all lowercase) for both username and password to log in.
Q4. What should I do if I forget my Wi-Fi password?
- If you have not changed the default wireless password, it can be found on the label of the router.
- If you have changed the default wilreless password, please log in to the router’s web management and go to retrieve Wireless 2.4GHz (or Wireless 5GHz) > Wireless Security to retrieve or reset your password.
Q5. What should I do if my wireless signal is unstable or too weak
It may be caused by too much interference.
- Set your wireless channel to a different one.
- Choose a location with fewer obstacles that may block the signal between the travel router and the host AP. An open corridor or a spacious location is ideal.
- Move the router to a new location away from Bluetooth devices and other household electronics, such as cordless phones, microwaves, and baby monitors, to minimize signal interference.
- When in Range Extender mode, the ideal location to place the router is halfway between your host AP and the Wi-Fi dead zone. If that is not possible, place the router closer to your host AP to ensure stable performance.
At Home
Access Point Mode
- Switch the operation mode to AP/Rng Ext/Client and connect the hardware according to Step A to D in the left diagram.
- Connect your device to the router wirelessly. The Wi-Fi network names and passwords are on the router’s label.
- Launch a web browser and enter http://tplinkwifi.net in the address bar. Log in with admin (in lowercase) for both username and password.
- Click Next to start the Quick Setup.
- Select Access Point and click Next.
- Either customize your Network Name and Password for the 2.4GHz/5GHz wireless network or keep the default ones and then click Next.
- Select the LAN type of the router (Smart IP in most cases) and Click Next.
- Click Finish to apply the settings.
If you have changed the default Wi-Fi name(s) and password(s), you have to reconnect your wireless devices to the new Wi-Fi network(s).
Range Extender Mode **
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- Switch the operation mode to AP/Rng Ext/Client and plug the router’s adapter into an electrical outlet near your host AP.
- Connect your device to the router wirelessly or via an Ethernet cable. The Wi-Fi network names and passwords are on the router’s label.
- Launch a web browser and enter http://tplinkwifi.net in the address bar. Log in with admin (in lowercase) for both username and password.
- Click Next to start the Quick Setup.
- Select Range Extender and click Next.
- Click Connect to the corresponding host network and enter its password. You can either copy the SSID (network name) of the host network or customize it, and then click Next.
- Select the LAN type of the router (Smart IP in most cases) and click Next.
- Click Finish to apply the settings.
- Relocate the router about halfway between your host AP and the Wi-Fi dead zone.
The extended network shares the same Wi-Fi password as that of your host network, but may have a different wireless network name if you have customized it during the onfiguration.
Client Mode (TV/Game Console Adapter)
- Switch the operation mode to AP/Rng Ext/Client and plug the router’s adapter into an electrical outlet near your host AP.
- Connect your device to the router wirelessly or via an Ethernet cable. The Wi-Fi network names and passwords are on the router’s label.
- Launch a web browser and enter http://tplinkwifi.net in the address bar. Log in with admin (in lowercase) for both username and password.
- Click Next to start the Quick Setup.
- Select Client and click Next.
- Click Connect to the corresponding host network and enter its password. Then click Next.
- Select the LAN type of the router (Smart IP in most cases) and click Next.
- Click Finish to apply the settings.
- Connect your wired-only device to the router via an Ethernet cable.
Hardware Information
LEDs:
LED | Status | Indication |
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(Power) | On | The router is on. |
Blinking | The router is initializing or being upgraded. | |
(Internet) | On | The internet is available. |
Off | The internet is unavailable. | |
(Wireless) | On | The wireless network is enabled. |
Blinking | The router is connecting to the host network |
when in Range Extender or Client mode.
Off| The wireless network is disabled.
(USB)| On| A USB device is connected.
Off| No USB device is connected.
(WPS)| On| This light stays on for 5 minutes when a WPS
connection is established, then goes off.
Blinking| WPS connection is in progress.
Off| No WPS connection is established.
Buttons and Ports:
Ports | Description |
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Mode Switch | This button is used to switch the operation mode of the router. |
WAN/LAN | This port functions as the WAN port in Router mode and as the LAN |
port in Hotspot, Access The point, Range Extender, and Client mode.
Power| The port is used to connect the power adapter.
RESET| To reset the router, use a pin to press and hold the button for about 5
seconds.
3G/4G USB| This port is used to plug a 3G/4G modem or a USB disk into.
8 (WPS)| To establish a WPS connection, press this button.
For technical support and other information, please visit http://www.tp-
link.com/support
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References
- Trying to configure the Router? | TP-Link
- TP-Link Product Support - Wireless Networking Equipment Support
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