The TP-Link TL-WR741ND 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-WR741ND Guides
This is the wifi guide for the TP-Link TL-WR741ND. We also have the following guides for the same router:
- TP-Link TL-WR741ND - How to change the IP Address on a TP-Link TL-WR741ND router
- TP-Link TL-WR741ND - TP-Link TL-WR741ND User Manual
- TP-Link TL-WR741ND - TP-Link TL-WR741ND Login Instructions
- TP-Link TL-WR741ND - How to change the DNS settings on a TP-Link TL-WR741ND router
- TP-Link TL-WR741ND - Information About the TP-Link TL-WR741ND Router
- TP-Link TL-WR741ND - TP-Link TL-WR741ND Screenshots
- TP-Link TL-WR741ND - Reset the TP-Link TL-WR741ND
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-WR741ND
To get started configuring the TP-Link TL-WR741ND 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-WR741ND, follow our TP-Link TL-WR741ND Login Guide.
Find the WiFi Settings on the TP-Link TL-WR741ND
If you followed our login guide above then you should see this screen.
After you have logged into the TP-Link TL-WR741ND you should be on the Status page.
- Select the Wireless option in the left side-bar.
- Select Wireless Settings directly beneath that.
Change the WiFi Settings on the TP-Link TL-WR741ND
The settings that need to be changed are:
- SSID - This is the network ID and should be unique to you. This can be anything you want but we suggest avoiding personal information. If you are interested learning more, check out this Wireless Name Guide.
- Channel - Just make sure you are using channels 1,6, or 11. Find out why in this guide.
- Click Save at the bottom of the page.
- Select the link of Wireless Security in the left sidebar.
On this page the settings to change are:
- Fill in the radio button labeled WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK. This is at the bottom of the page.
- Set the Version to WPA2-PSK for maximum security. Learn why in this guide.
- The Encryption should be set to AES.
- The last setting you need to change is called the PSK Password. This is the internet password and should be no less than 14 characters. Learn how to make it a strong and memorable password in this password guide.
- Save your changes before exiting.
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-WR741ND Info
Don't forget about our other TP-Link TL-WR741ND info that you might be interested in.
This is the wifi guide for the TP-Link TL-WR741ND. We also have the following guides for the same router:
- TP-Link TL-WR741ND - How to change the IP Address on a TP-Link TL-WR741ND router
- TP-Link TL-WR741ND - TP-Link TL-WR741ND User Manual
- TP-Link TL-WR741ND - TP-Link TL-WR741ND Login Instructions
- TP-Link TL-WR741ND - How to change the DNS settings on a TP-Link TL-WR741ND router
- TP-Link TL-WR741ND - Information About the TP-Link TL-WR741ND Router
- TP-Link TL-WR741ND - TP-Link TL-WR741ND Screenshots
- TP-Link TL-WR741ND - Reset the TP-Link TL-WR741ND