Tp-Link TD-8840 [11/63] System requirement

TD-8840 ADSL2+ Modem Router User Guide

Chapter 2. Hardware Installation Guide

The TD-8840 maintains five separate interfaces: four Ethernet and one ADSL interface. The

Router should not be located where it will be exposed to moisture or excessive heat. Place the

Router in a location where it can be safely connected to the various devices. The electrical outlet

shall be installed near the device and shall be easily accessible.

2.1 System Requirement

Confirm your computer has been installed with networking interface card (NIC) before connecting

ADSL2+ Modem Router to your computer, with the operating system supporting the TCP/IP

protocol.

2.2 The Front Panel

The front panel of ADSL2+ Modem Router includes one power indicator and seven function

indicators, as explained in chart below.

LED Explanation

Name

Status

Indication

On Power is on.

Power

Off Power is off.

On The LINE port is linked up.

Flash The ADSL negotiation is in progress.

ADSL

Off The LINE port is linked down.

On A successful PPP connection has been built.

Flash Data is being transferred over the Internet.

Internet

Off

There is no successful PPP connection or the Router works on

Bridge mode.

There is a successful connection on the corresponding 1~4 (LAN)

port but no activity.

Off

There is no connection on the corresponding 1~4 (LAN) port or the

connection is abnormal.

1~4 (LAN)

Flash Data is being transferred over the 1~4 (LAN) port.