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TP-Link TL-R488 Router User Manual
This manual introduces the TL‑R488 four‑WAN high‑speed broadband router, designed for small‑to‑medium businesses and internet cafés. It explains the router’s main features, hardware layout, and the steps required to install and configure the device without professional assistance.
The guide covers hardware installation, quick start procedures, detailed WAN and LAN port settings, DHCP server configuration, forwarding rules, firewall and QoS settings, as well as system tools such as time setup, firmware upgrade, backup/restore, and remote management. This manual is written in Chinese.
TP-Link TL-R488 specifications
| LAN ports | 4 auto‑MDI/MDIX 10/100Mbps RJ45 ports |
|---|---|
| WAN ports | 1 auto‑MDI/MDIX 10/100Mbps RJ45 port |
| Power input | 100‑240 V ~ 50/60 Hz, 0.3 A |
| Dimensions (L×W×H) | 250 mm × 158 mm × 44 mm |
| Operating temperature | 0 °C ~ 40 °C |
| Storage temperature | -40 °C ~ 70 °C |
| Operating humidity | 10 % ~ 90 % RH (no condensation) |
| Supported Ethernet standards | IEEE 802.3 10BASE‑T, IEEE 802.3u 100BASE‑TX, IEEE 802.3 NWay auto‑negotiation, IEEE 802.3x flow control |
Source: TP-Link TL-R478/TL-R478+/TL-R488 High-Speed Broadband Router Installation Guide
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Day-to-day operation, settings and troubleshooting. Start here if the product is already set up.
Mounting, wiring and first power-up. Read it before the hardware goes in.
Questions answered in these manuals
What are the default IP address and login credentials after a reset?
The default management address is http://192.168.1.1 and both the default username and password are admin.
From: TP-Link TL-R478/TL-R478+/TL-R488 High-Speed Broadband Router Installation Guide
What does the power LED indicate and what should I do if it is off?
The power LED stays solid when the router is receiving normal power. If it is off, check that the power cable is correctly connected and that the supplied voltage matches the router’s rating.
From: TP-Link TL-R478/TL-R478+/TL-R488 High-Speed Broadband Router Installation Guide
What are the default WAN and LAN port counts for each model?
TL‑R478 has 1 WAN and 4 LAN ports; TL‑R478+ has 2 WAN and 8 LAN ports; TL‑R488 has 4 WAN and 1‑4 LAN ports.
From: TP-Link TL-R478/TL-R478+/TL-R488 Router Installation Guide
How many WAN ports does the TL‑R488 have?
The router provides four WAN ports.
What is the maximum power consumption of the TL‑R488?
Maximum power consumption is 4.0 W.