tp-link AX300 Nano Wi-Fi 6 Wireless USB Adapter User Guide

tp-link AX300 Nano Wi-Fi 6 Wireless USB Adapter

Product Information

Specifications:

• Product Name: AX300 Nano Wi-Fi 6 Wireless USB Adapter Archer TX1U Nano
• Compatibility: Windows, Linux
• Manufacturer: TP-Link

Product Usage Instructions

Get to Know About Your Adapter
This chapter introduces what the adapter can do and shows its appearance.

Connect to a Computer
This chapter introduces how to connect the adapter to your 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, Linux.

Windows

Install Driver:

1. Go to My Computer or This PC.
2. Double click the TP-Link disk/TP-Link CD-ROM then runSetupInstall.exe to install driver.
3. Note: You can also download the driver fromthe product’s Support page at www.tp-link.com.
4. Once finished, restart your computer.

Join a Wireless Network:

1. 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:
2. Click , , or (Network icon) on the taskbar.
3. Select the Wi-Fi network you want to join, and click Connect. Enter the network

FAQ

Q: Where can I find additional technical support?
A: For more technical support, visit the Technical Support page at http://www.tp-link.com/support.

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:

website or a specific section.
Teal| 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.
Tips:| Indicates important information that helps you make better use of your 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.

Get to Know About Your Adapter

This chapter introduces what the adapter can do and shows its appearance.

Product Overview
TP-Link Wireless USB Adapter connects your computer to a Wi-Fi network for video streaming, online gaming, secure internet surfing and internet calls.

• Compatible with 802.11b/g/n products
• Reaches speeds of up to 287 Mbps, ideal for surfing, emailing and posting social media.†
• The adapter with sleek miniature design is so small that once plugged in, can be left in a computer’s USB port
• Works with MU-MIMO routers, which provide simultaneous data streams, boosting throughput and efficiency.§
• Supports WEP, WPA-PSK/ WPA2-PSK encryption
• Supports Windows and Linux
• Environment:
  • Operating Temperature: 0℃~40℃ (32℉~104℉)
  • Storage Temperature: -40℃~70℃ (-40℉~158℉)
  • Operating Humidity: 10%~90% non-condensing
  • Storage Humidity: 5%~90% non-condensing

Connect to a Computer

This chapter introduces how to connect the adapter to your 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, Linux.

Windows

This chapter introduces how to install your adapter’s driver, 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
• Join a Wireless Network
• Uninstall Driver

Install Driver

1. Go to My Computer or This PC.

2. Double click the TP-Link disk/TP-Link CD-ROM then run SetupInstall.exe to install driver.
   Note:
   You can also download the driver from the product’s Support page at www.tp- link.com.

3. Once finished, restart your computer.

Note:

• If an unknown publisher message pops up, select Yes to continue.
• If Windows User Account Control requires admin credentials, type user name and password of your Windows administrator account.

Join a Wireless Network
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:

1. Click , , or (Network icon) on the taskbar.
2. Select the Wi-Fi network you want to join, and click Connect. Enter the network password when prompted.

Uninstall Driver
The software uninstallation steps vary a bit from different systems. Please follow the appropriate instructions for your Windows operating system: Windows 11/10/7.

• Windows 11/10
  Go to Start menu to find the TP-Link application. Click Uninstall TP-Link Archer TX1U Nano Driver, then follow the on-screen instructions to complete the uninstallation.

• Windows 7
  Go to Start > All Programs > TP-Link > Uninstall TP-Link Archer TX1U Nano Driver. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the uninstallation.

Linux

This chapter introduces how to install your adapter’s driver in a Linux system.

Visit the TP-Link’s website at http://www.tp-link.com, and go to Archer TX1U Nano’s product page. Then find the compatible version of driver in the support page. Download and install the driver on your computer.

  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;
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.
• 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.

FCC compliance information statement

• Product Name: AX300 Nano Wi-Fi 6 Wireless USB Adapter
• Model Number: Archer TX1U Nano

Responsible party:

TP-Link Systems Inc.
Address: 10 Mauchly, Irvine, CA 92618
Website: https://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 Systems Inc., 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.

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 http://www.tp- link.com/en/ce.
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.

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.

Industry Canada Statement
CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B)
Korea Warning Statements

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

References

• Link: Simple, secure one-click payments
• TP-Link Product Support - Wireless Networking Equipment Support
• WiFi Networking Equipment for Home & Business | TP-Link
• WiFi Networking Equipment for Home & Business | TP-Link
• How to find the hardware version on a TP-Link device
• TP-Link Product Support - Wireless Networking Equipment Support
• WiFi Networking Equipment for Home & Business | TP-Link

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