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TP-Link TL-WR1043ND Wireless N Gigabit Router User Guide
This guide introduces the TL‑WR1043ND Wireless N Gigabit Router, outlines the package contents, and explains the front‑panel layout and basic hardware features. It also covers system requirements and the recommended installation environment.
The manual walks you through quick installation, detailed configuration of wireless settings, DHCP, WAN/LAN, security options, advanced routing, bandwidth control, and system tools. Additional sections cover firmware upgrades, factory defaults, backup & restore, diagnostics, and a glossary of networking terms.
TP-Link TL-WR1043ND specifications
| Wireless Standards | IEEE 802.11n (Draft 2.0), 802.11g, 802.11b |
|---|---|
| LAN Ports | 4 × 10/100/1000 Mbps |
| WAN Port | 1 × 10/100/1000 Mbps |
| USB Port | 1 × USB 2.0 |
| Wireless Speed (802.11n) | Up to 300 Mbps (dynamic) |
| Wireless Speed (802.11g) | Up to 54 Mbps (dynamic) |
| Wireless Speed (802.11b) | Up to 11 Mbps (dynamic) |
| Frequency Range | 2.4 – 2.4835 GHz |
| Antenna | 3 detachable 3 dBi omni‑directional antennas |
| Modulation Technologies | DBPSK, DOPSK, CCK, OFDM, 16‑QAM, 64‑OAM |
| Power Supply | 12 V DC, 1.5 A switching PSU |
| Operating Temperature | 0 °C ~ 40 °C (32 °F ~ 104 °F) |
| Storage Temperature | -40 °C ~ 70 °C (-40 °F ~ 158 °F) |
| Relative Humidity | 10 % ~ 90 % non‑condensing |
| Dimensions | 7.9 × 5.5 × 1.1 in. (200 × 140 × 28 mm) |
Source: TP-Link TL-WR1043ND User Manual
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Questions answered in these manuals
How many Gigabit Ethernet ports does the TL‑WR1043ND have?
It provides four 10/100/1000 Mbps LAN ports.
Can the router share files from a USB storage device?
Yes, the router includes a USB 2.0 port for connecting storage devices that can be shared on the network.
How many Gigabit Ethernet ports does the TL-WR1043ND have?
It provides four Gigabit LAN ports and one Gigabit WAN port.
From: TP-Link TL-WR1043ND Ultimate Wireless N Gigabit Router User Manual
What is the maximum wireless speed of the TL-WR1043ND?
The router can achieve up to 300 Mbps (dynamic) in 802.11n mode.
From: TP-Link TL-WR1043ND Ultimate Wireless N Gigabit Router User Manual
What wireless speed does the TL‑WR1043ND support?
The router supports wireless N speeds up to 300 Mbps.
How many Gigabit Ethernet ports are on the TL‑WR1043ND?
It provides four Gigabit Ethernet ports.
