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TP-Link TL-R473 Router User Manual
This manual provides a complete guide to installing and configuring the TP‑Link TL‑R473 router for small businesses, offices and small net‑bars. It includes hardware installation, quick‑start steps, and detailed configuration options such as WAN/LAN settings, QoS, firewall, and remote management.
The document also contains appendices with a FAQ, TCP/IP detailed settings, and a technical specifications table, helping users troubleshoot and understand the router’s capabilities. This manual is written in Chinese.
TP-Link TL-R473 specifications
| TL-R473 LAN ports | 4 x 10/100M RJ45 (Auto MDI/MDIX) |
|---|---|
| TL-R473 WAN ports | 1 x 10/100M RJ45 (Auto MDI/MDIX) |
| TL-R483 LAN ports | 1 x 10/100M RJ45 (Auto MDI/MDIX) |
| TL-R483 WAN ports | 1 x 10/100M RJ45 (Auto MDI/MDIX) |
| Power input | 100‑240 V, 50/60 Hz, 0.3 A |
| Dimensions | 209 mm × 126 mm × 26 mm |
| Storage temperature | -40 °C ~ 70 °C |
| Operating humidity | 10 % ~ 90 % RH (non‑condensing) |
| Storage humidity | 20 % ~ 90 % RH (non‑condensing) |
All TP-Link TL-R473 documents by type
Mounting, wiring and first power-up. Read it before the hardware goes in.
Day-to-day operation, settings and troubleshooting. Start here if the product is already set up.
Questions answered in these manuals
What is the default IP address and login credentials for the router?
The default management address is 192.168.1.1 and the default username and password are both admin.
How do I reset the router to factory defaults?
While the router is powered on, press and hold the RESET button until the system LED flashes five times, then release the button; the router will restore factory settings and reboot.
How many LAN ports does the TL‑R473 have?
The TL‑R473 provides four LAN ports.
What is the default IP address after a factory reset?
After resetting, the router’s default management address is http://192.168.1.1.
How can I change the router’s web‑management port to avoid conflicts?
Go to “System Tools” → “Remote Web Management”, change the “Web Management Port” from 80 to another value (e.g., 88), then save and reboot the router.