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7106505451 REV1.0.0 ©2015 TP-LINK
AP300 / AP500
11AC Wireless Gigabit Access Point
Quick
Installation Guide
Before your start
AP Mode (Default)
The AP device transforms your wired network into wireless.
Repeater/Bridge Mode
The AP device extends the range of an existing Wi-Fi network.
Configure the AP Device
Note: AP500 is used for demonstration in this installation guide.
Host AP
A B
Internet
Operating Modes
AP Mode (Default Mode)
Repeater/Bridge Mode
Client Mode
Scenarios
You are in a Wi-Fi dead-zone or a place with weak wireless
signal. You want to have a greater effective range of the
wireless signal throughout your home or office.
You want to convert your wired (Ethernet) network to a
wireless network.
You have a wired device with an Ethernet port and no wireless
capability, for example, a Smart TV, Media Player, or game
console. You want to connect it to the Internet wirelessly.
1. Connect the AP device according to steps A to D in the diagram.
2. Turn on the power and wait until the Power ( ) and Wireless ( & ) LEDs are lit and
stable, use the default SSID and Password printed on the product label to join the AP
device’s Wi-Fi network.
3. Launch a web browser and enter http://tplinkap.net, then log in using admin (all
lowercase) for both Username and Password.
Note: You can enjoy the Internet surfing now. For your wireless network security, it is recommended to change the
default SSID (network name) and the password of your Wi-Fi network. To do so, perform the following steps.
1. Connect the AP device according to steps A and B in the diagram.
2. Turn on the power and wait until the Power ( ) and Wireless ( & ) LEDs are lit and
stable, use the default SSID and Password printed on the product label to join the AP
device’s Wi-Fi network.
3. Launch a web browser and enter http://tplinkap.net, then log in using admin (all lowercase)
for both Username and Password.
4. Click Quick Setup, then select your Region and click Next.
Now, connect your wireless devices to the Wi-Fi network using the AP device’s SSID and
password.
5. Select Repeater/Bridge mode and click Next. Follow the step-by-step on-screen
instructions to complete the configuration.
6. Relocate the AP device to a good place. For details, you can refer to Q5 in Frequently
Asked Questions (FAQ).
Enjoy!
Enjoy!
Now, reconnect your wireless devices to the new Wi-Fi network.
4. Click Quick Setup, then select your Region and click Next.
5. Select Access Point mode and click Next to customize your Wi-Fi settings. Follow
the step-by-step on-screen instructions to complete the configuration.
Which mode do you need? Please refer to the table to choose a proper mode.
Host AP’s SSID AP500’s SSID
Wired Router
A
B
C
D
Internet
AP500’s SSID
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