The TP-Link TL-WDR4300 router is considered a wireless router because it offers WiFi connectivity. WiFi, or simply wireless, allows you to connect various devices to your router, such as wireless printers, smart televisions, and WiFi enabled smartphones.
Other TP-Link TL-WDR4300 Guides
This is the wifi guide for the TP-Link TL-WDR4300. We also have the following guides for the same router:
- TP-Link TL-WDR4300 - How to change the IP Address on a TP-Link TL-WDR4300 router
- TP-Link TL-WDR4300 - TP-Link TL-WDR4300 User Manual
- TP-Link TL-WDR4300 - TP-Link TL-WDR4300 Login Instructions
- TP-Link TL-WDR4300 - How to change the DNS settings on a TP-Link TL-WDR4300 router
- TP-Link TL-WDR4300 - Information About the TP-Link TL-WDR4300 Router
- TP-Link TL-WDR4300 - TP-Link TL-WDR4300 Screenshots
- TP-Link TL-WDR4300 - Reset the TP-Link TL-WDR4300
WiFi Terms
Before we get started there is a little bit of background info that you should be familiar with.
Wireless Name
Your wireless network needs to have a name to uniquely identify it from other wireless networks. If you are not sure what this means we have a guide explaining what a wireless name is that you can read for more information.
Wireless Password
An important part of securing your wireless network is choosing a strong password.
Wireless Channel
Picking a WiFi channel is not always a simple task. Be sure to read about WiFi channels before making the choice.
Encryption
You should almost definitely pick WPA2 for your networks encryption. If you are unsure, be sure to read our WEP vs WPA guide first.
Login To The TP-Link TL-WDR4300
To get started configuring the TP-Link TL-WDR4300 WiFi settings you need to login to your router. If you are already logged in you can skip this step.
To login to the TP-Link TL-WDR4300, follow our TP-Link TL-WDR4300 Login Guide.
Find the WiFi Settings on the TP-Link TL-WDR4300
If you followed our login guide above then you should see this screen.
Let's begin this wireless setup guide on the Status page of the TP-Link TL-WDR4300 router. First, click the selection in the left sidebar labeled Wireless 2.4GHz. Then beneath that choose Wireless Settings.
Change the WiFi Settings on the TP-Link TL-WDR4300
You are now on the page you see above.
- First, you need to enter a new name in the box titled Wireless Network Name. This name can be anything you like. Be creative but avoid personal or router info. To learn more, read this SSID guide.
- Now take a look at the Channel. Just be sure you are using either channel 1,6, or 11. You can learn more in this guide.
- Click Save when you are finished.
Now select the option in the left sidebar labeled Wireless Security under the Wireless 2.4GHz heading.
This takes you to the page you see above.
- The first thing to do is make sure the radio dot is filled in that reads WPA/WPA2 - Personal(Recommended). It is near the top of the page.
- Next, set the Version to WPA2 for the best security. Find out all about it in this guide.
- The Encryption should be set to AES.
- Finally the PSK Password. This is the internet password and should be strong. We recommend using at least 14 - 20 characters. Try and avoid correctly spelled words or personal data. More ideas can be found here.
- Save your changes.
That's it, you did it! Your network is now more secure.
Possible Problems when Changing your WiFi Settings
After making these changes to your router you will almost definitely have to reconnect any previously connected devices. This is usually done at the device itself and not at your computer.
Other TP-Link TL-WDR4300 Info
Don't forget about our other TP-Link TL-WDR4300 info that you might be interested in.
This is the wifi guide for the TP-Link TL-WDR4300. We also have the following guides for the same router:
- TP-Link TL-WDR4300 - How to change the IP Address on a TP-Link TL-WDR4300 router
- TP-Link TL-WDR4300 - TP-Link TL-WDR4300 User Manual
- TP-Link TL-WDR4300 - TP-Link TL-WDR4300 Login Instructions
- TP-Link TL-WDR4300 - How to change the DNS settings on a TP-Link TL-WDR4300 router
- TP-Link TL-WDR4300 - Information About the TP-Link TL-WDR4300 Router
- TP-Link TL-WDR4300 - TP-Link TL-WDR4300 Screenshots
- TP-Link TL-WDR4300 - Reset the TP-Link TL-WDR4300