TP-Link TL-WR802N 300Mbps Wireless N Nano Router

Earlier this year I bought an EMF meter to identify the higher levels of radiation in my house. WiFi is a significant contributer to these levels. So I decided to move from WiFi to Ethernet using TP-Link plug-ins to the house power supply. And they work incredibly well.But I have some older items; internet radio and my tablet computer; in different rooms but without Ethernet connection. Hence my purchase of the TP-LINK WiFi routers, one for the tablet and one for my internet radio.I switch on the TP-LINK routers, connected to my local network, supplied by my master router via ethernet, when I'm using my tablet and radio. But I can turn off the routers when I'm not using them and the radiation levels in my house are thus minimised.These TP-Link routers are ... MoreEarlier this year I bought an EMF meter to identify the higher levels of radiation in my house. WiFi is a significant contributer to these levels. So I decided to move from WiFi to Ethernet using TP-Link plug-ins to the house power supply. And they work incredibly well.But I have some older items; internet radio and my tablet computer; in different rooms but without Ethernet connection. Hence my purchase of the TP-LINK WiFi routers, one for the tablet and one for my internet radio.I switch on the TP-LINK routers, connected to my local network, supplied by my master router via ethernet, when I'm using my tablet and radio. But I can turn off the routers when I'm not using them and the radiation levels in my house are thus minimised.These TP-Link routers are great and I'd most certainly recommend them to anyone for whatever purpose; interestingly, the effective range is more than enough of I want to move to another room with my tablet. For me, they were money well spent.

BUYER BEWARE--AVOID THIS VENDOR AT ALL COSTS!!!

*****BUYER BEWARE--AVOID THIS VENDOR AT ALL COSTS!!!*****The electronics item I purchased from this vendor was advertised as new, but when I received it it was marked "certified refurbished" and was not in the original manufacturer's box. The item in the box was dirty, smudged, and had multiple dings in the plastic housing. Parts listed as "included" and needed to make the item operational were not in the box (i.e., a USB power cord). In addition, documentation needed to use the item was not included in the box as well. To make matters worse, it doesn't work! Don't make the same mistake I make. Find another vendor! *****BUYER BEWARE--AVOID THIS VENDOR AT ALL COSTS!!!*****

Excellent Product - Works well with OpenWrt

I ordered two of these when they were on sale. I had a little bit of difficulty when trying to flash the device with OpenWrt, but that's because the instructions on the OpenWrt page for this device were not clear. Once I understood the process, flashing it was very easy. I bought two units: one unit to carry with me when I travel, the other to use on my PS4 to as a range extender and to reduce bufferbloat/latency. I have been very happy with the device so far. The factory firmware isn't terrible, but OpenWrt is so much better. Overall, I'm extremely happy with the device. The only reason I gave it 4 stars instead of 5 is because of the low amount of memory (64 MB for RAM and storage) with no way to increase the storage capacity.

First things to know; 1) there is no internal battery, it must be plugged into USB. 2J there is n...

First things to know; 1) there is no internal battery, it must be plugged into USB. 2J there is no app to install. Just log into it like any other router. 3) save the card that comes with the unit for setup/reset, it shows the default SSID (network name) & password. Setup: 1) plug into USB to power on (flashing green light). 2) pull up list of available networks (SSID’s) on your device. Look for the TP-Link name on the card or back of Nano router, then select it. When asked enter the password (shown on card). You can change these later. You are now logged into the router. You’ll need to do this on each device you want to access the nano router. To set up the router proceed to step 3 (only needs to be done once unless you want to change things later.) 3) Open a ... MoreFirst things to know; 1) there is no internal battery, it must be plugged into USB. 2J there is no app to install. Just log into it like any other router. 3) save the card that comes with the unit for setup/reset, it shows the default SSID (network name) & password. Setup: 1) plug into USB to power on (flashing green light). 2) pull up list of available networks (SSID’s) on your device. Look for the TP-Link name on the card or back of Nano router, then select it. When asked enter the password (shown on card). You can change these later. You are now logged into the router. You’ll need to do this on each device you want to access the nano router. To set up the router proceed to step 3 (only needs to be done once unless you want to change things later.) 3) Open a browser on the device & enter tplinkwifi.net on the URL line. A login screen will appear. Enter the user name (default=admin) & password (default=admin). The router setup screen appears where you can select how you want to use the router (i.e. Router, Hotspot, etc.), the primary Network you want to log into (i.e. McDonalds), the Nano’s SSID name, passwords & etc.) Close out of setup. You’re done & ready to go. Signal strength is good. Distance is about an 18’ radius from the Nano so best to place in middle of motel room. So why use a Nano if your motel room or McDonalds already gives you WiFi? Answer: Security!!! These public WiFi’s can easily be hacked giving the hackers access to your devices. The Nano offers its own encryption blocking hackers. Plus, once you have with installed on each of your devices you only need to log the Nano into the public network instead of each of your devices (for us that’s 4 devices, 2 phones & 2 tablets).

I bought this router for use as a hotspot/range extender for my hotel room during travel. I just ...

I bought this router for use as a hotspot/range extender for my hotel room during travel. I just used it for a long 10 day stay and it was wonderful Here is what I loved: 1. Great setup instructions inside. Easy to connect it to Hotel Wifi and set your own network name and password. I set it to the same details as my WiFi at home so all my devices auto-connects to it. 2. I only ever had to enter the hotel login credentials (room number...etc.) on one of my connected devices and then was never prompted for it for any other devices connected to the network, 3. Worked great with Alexa which I love to take with me on the road. We had our laptops, cell phones, tablets and nVidia shield all connected without any issues. 4. Uses standard micro-usb cable for power - so ... MoreI bought this router for use as a hotspot/range extender for my hotel room during travel. I just used it for a long 10 day stay and it was wonderful Here is what I loved: 1. Great setup instructions inside. Easy to connect it to Hotel Wifi and set your own network name and password. I set it to the same details as my WiFi at home so all my devices auto-connects to it. 2. I only ever had to enter the hotel login credentials (room number...etc.) on one of my connected devices and then was never prompted for it for any other devices connected to the network, 3. Worked great with Alexa which I love to take with me on the road. We had our laptops, cell phones, tablets and nVidia shield all connected without any issues. 4. Uses standard micro-usb cable for power - so compliant with many of the multi-port usb chargers out there (e.g. Anker..etc). 5. Does not require a wired connection to a PC or laptop to configure. I performed the complete setup and configuration wirelessly from my tablet.

I got the TP-Link N300 Travel Router (without the USB port) specifically for my Xbox One S. I did...

I got the TP-Link N300 Travel Router (without the USB port) specifically for my Xbox One S. I didn't expect it to be this good! My university uses an indirect wi-fi login system (we connect to the open university network, which brings up an internet page asking us to login with our university ID and password to authenticate — similar in system to most hotels and airports), which the Xbox can't handle. So I decided to create a small internal network in my room that has its own SSID and password. I went with a mini router rather than just a range extender because this mini router has greater functionality for around the same price as most extenders. Size: As you can see in my pictures, the length/width is a little more than that of two quarters side-by-side, and the ... MoreI got the TP-Link N300 Travel Router (without the USB port) specifically for my Xbox One S. I didn't expect it to be this good! My university uses an indirect wi-fi login system (we connect to the open university network, which brings up an internet page asking us to login with our university ID and password to authenticate — similar in system to most hotels and airports), which the Xbox can't handle. So I decided to create a small internal network in my room that has its own SSID and password. I went with a mini router rather than just a range extender because this mini router has greater functionality for around the same price as most extenders. Size: As you can see in my pictures, the length/width is a little more than that of two quarters side-by-side, and the thickness of 3/4ths a quarter. I was surprised by how small it was when I opened it. Accessories: It comes with an ethernet cable, USB charger, wall adapter (though this is a bit clunky for modern standards), travel pouch, Wi-fi Info Card, and the standard instructions. Setup: Quick and easy, though you'll need to have a computer (I'm not sure if it works on a smartphone/tablet) to access the setup page. It took me about five minutes to set mine up in Access Point Mode. Basically, you plug in the router for your preferred mode as per the image/instructions. You then connect to your router from your computer using the password on the Wi-Fi Info Card and go to tplinkwifi(dot)net to do a quick setup. Here you can choose what mode you want to use the router in, change your SSID, password, etc. Then reboot to reconfigure the router. Modes: There are five modes -- two for travel and three for at home use. I went with the Access Point (AP) Mode for my uses, but I probably could have just gone ahead with the default Wireless Router mode. The ethernet port in my room was too far away from my Xbox to use Client mode. Regardless, it’s working great. I’ve attempted to give explanations for the different modes below, but I’m not particularly knowledgeable in this so please correct me if there are any inaccuracies. For Travel: 1. Wireless Router (default): Basically, it turns a wired internet connection wireless. 2. Hotspot Router: I would best describe this as taking an open (and unsecured) wi-fi connection and making it password protected (personal hotspot). The router takes the unsecured wi-fi connection and creates a secured wi-fi/wired connection, and you can have one device connected directly to the router and have the rest of your devices using your protected wi-fi at the same time. Useful for connecting to the internet in public places like cafes. I believe it's also great for hotel rooms where only one device can use the internet per room. Connect this and all your devices can use the internet. For Home: 3. Range Extender: Similar in nature to the Hotspot Router Mode -- it goes wi-fi to wi-fi, except this mode uses your home's network and maintains the same password as your home's AP. It's to extend your home's wi-fi to reach any wi-fi dead spots in your house (like the attic or basement, or that weird corner of the room where you like to huddle and binge watch Netflix but just happens to be the same place where wi-fi connectivity is super sketch and the video never loads). You can use the router for both wired and wi-fi connections simultaneously. 4. Client: Sort of the opposite of the Wireless Router mode -- this takes a wi-fi network and makes it wired so that devices that don't have wi-fi capabilities can connect to the internet. It's great for smart TVs, game consoles, printers. 5. Access Point: Same as the Wireless Router mode, takes a wired network and makes it wi-fi. Speed: There wasn’t really any compromises made with the download speed. My university has incredibly fast wi-fi (though my dorm isn’t as fast as our libraries), so I’m glad that wasn’t sacrificed. The upload speeds weren't as consistent, but still not bad. You can see the speed test results in my pictures. Overall, I'm really liking this mini router. The size is perfect for travel (it's smaller than my Macbook Pro's MagSafe adapter…!), and the setup was straightforward. Definitely a recommended buy.

I purchased this to try and create my own wireless network within a hospital room I would be in f...

I purchased this to try and create my own wireless network within a hospital room I would be in for a while. The problem as many have stated is most commercial WiFi system require you log into a splash page after you connect to their network. This router does not have a way to do that. You can try using one of your devices and then clone the MAC address to the router, but this only works if this router is connected to the network with the Ethernet cable port. Most hotels and hospitals no longer have working Ethernet jacks in rooms. If you try and clone the MAC address on the wireless port it creates a conflict and everything stops working. So to sum up, it works fine as a cheap travel router, but if you have to deal with a splash page on an WiFi only network, it ... MoreI purchased this to try and create my own wireless network within a hospital room I would be in for a while. The problem as many have stated is most commercial WiFi system require you log into a splash page after you connect to their network. This router does not have a way to do that. You can try using one of your devices and then clone the MAC address to the router, but this only works if this router is connected to the network with the Ethernet cable port. Most hotels and hospitals no longer have working Ethernet jacks in rooms. If you try and clone the MAC address on the wireless port it creates a conflict and everything stops working. So to sum up, it works fine as a cheap travel router, but if you have to deal with a splash page on an WiFi only network, it simply will not work. It can’t be that hard to create one of these with a built in browser for splash pages. Anyone listening????

Very nifty and useful little thing! Grab one!

I really love this little thing. It is even smaller than I expected! It literally fits in your pocket! I mainly use this thing in Client mode (where it acts as a WiFi adapter) and I have to say that this product is great. I just turn on my computer and forget that it is there. Pros: what I mentioned above. Additionally, your computer should be able to supply enough power to the thing so don't worry about having to find another socket to plug in the adapter! Cons: The included Ethernet cable is a bit hard to pull out of the RJ-45 port on the device from time to time so be careful. The same can be said about the included Micro-USB cable. Be very careful when you plug in or unplug cables from this device as you may accidentally damage it! Also, a bit nit-picky, I know. ... MoreI really love this little thing. It is even smaller than I expected! It literally fits in your pocket! I mainly use this thing in Client mode (where it acts as a WiFi adapter) and I have to say that this product is great. I just turn on my computer and forget that it is there. Pros: what I mentioned above. Additionally, your computer should be able to supply enough power to the thing so don't worry about having to find another socket to plug in the adapter! Cons: The included Ethernet cable is a bit hard to pull out of the RJ-45 port on the device from time to time so be careful. The same can be said about the included Micro-USB cable. Be very careful when you plug in or unplug cables from this device as you may accidentally damage it! Also, a bit nit-picky, I know. But the router's web-based UI has a bit of broken English in it. I mean, what do you expect from a product made in China?

Well featured router

I bought this for a specific purpose, namely to provide an ethernet connection to a piece of equipment that needed Internet access, which I was providing via tethering my smartphone. If this means anything to you, I wanted to use a DMR radio via a Shark Openspot, and go out portable. It works very well indeed. If that is "gobbledegook", don't worry, accept that it worked very well for me. This is not perhaps a common configuration, but the Nano did the job well, offering "client mode" to do so. Radio Amateurs are using this exact same router the world over for this purpose. (In fact, my American friends told me which one to get). I measured the electricity it was taking, (often less than 0.1 amps at 5 volts) which was good for the portable, battery operated mode I ... MoreI bought this for a specific purpose, namely to provide an ethernet connection to a piece of equipment that needed Internet access, which I was providing via tethering my smartphone. If this means anything to you, I wanted to use a DMR radio via a Shark Openspot, and go out portable. It works very well indeed. If that is "gobbledegook", don't worry, accept that it worked very well for me. This is not perhaps a common configuration, but the Nano did the job well, offering "client mode" to do so. Radio Amateurs are using this exact same router the world over for this purpose. (In fact, my American friends told me which one to get). I measured the electricity it was taking, (often less than 0.1 amps at 5 volts) which was good for the portable, battery operated mode I planned. It is very small, again, ideal for portable operation. Setup was very problematic, until the penny dropped, I was trying to configure it from the ethernet port (connected on my home LAN) but it is necessary to log into it via WiFi,, at which point it worked first time. I would highly recommend it for the mode I used it in, but have not tried the other modes. Can't see why it would not work well. Build quality is good, and all the necessary cables and a mains power plug are included in a box that affords good protection to the unit. Now my local friends are ordering Nanos as well...!