TP-Link TL-WA501G User Manual

The TL-WA501G is a 54M wireless AP that supports the 802.11b/g standards. It provides the access from the wireless station to wired LAN and vice versa; It can also be used to extend the wireless range. With so many different functions such as AP, AP Client, AP + Bridge, single / multi-Bridge, and Universal / WDS Repeater, the TL-WA501G is ideal for a diverse number of complex network environments.


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Brand
TP-Link
Category
Other network devices
Document type
User Manual
Language
English
Pages
2
File format
PDF
File size
860 KB
Published
08 May, 2012
Updated
01 October, 2023
MD5 checksum
AED5C0464ED33A30F18DD9F5E7C08C46

About this manual

The TL-WA501G is a 54 Mbps wireless access point compliant with 802.11b/g standards. It can function as an access point, client, repeater, bridge, or in various mixed modes, making it suitable for complex network environments.

The manual includes quick setup steps, detailed specifications such as wireless rates, antenna type, power supply, temperature ranges, and dimensions, as well as information on security features, DHCP server, and firmware upgrades.

What's inside

  • Standards
  • Interface
  • Wireless Signal Rates
  • Frequency Band
  • Wireless Transmit Power
  • Antenna
  • Modulation Technology
  • Receiver Sensitivity
  • Power Supply Unit
  • Operating Temperature

Specifications

Wireless Signal Rates (11g)54/48/36/24/18/12/9/6 Mbps (dynamic)
Wireless Signal Rates (11b)11/5.5/2/1 Mbps (dynamic)
Frequency Band2.4‑2.4835 GHz
Wireless Transmit Power17 dBm (max)
Antenna3 dBi detachable omni‑directional
Modulation (802.11b)DOPSK, DBPSK, DSSS, CCK
Modulation (802.11g)BPSK, QPSK, 16QAM, 64QAM, OFDM
Receiver Sensitivity (6 Mbps)-88 dBm @ 10 % PER
Power Supply9 VAC / 0.8 A linear PSU
Operating Temperature0 °C to 40 °C
Dimensions6.2 × 4.3 × 1.3 in. (158 × 110 × 32 mm)

Frequently asked questions

What operating modes does the TL-WA501G support?

It supports Access Point, Client, Universal/WDS Repeater, Point‑to‑Point, Point‑to‑Multi‑point, and Bridge modes.

What security encryption does the TL-WA501G provide?

It offers 64/128/152‑bit WEP, WPA/WPA2, WPA‑PSK/WPA2‑PSK, and TKIP/AES encryption.

What is the power supply requirement for the TL-WA501G?

The device uses a 9 VAC / 0.8 A linear power supply, localized to the country of sale.

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