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TL-WR1512X Datasheet

AX1500 Wi-Fi 6 Portable Router

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Highlights

Flexible Network Access Wherever You Go

Supporting multiple modes (Router / USB Modem (3G/4G/5G) / USB Tethering / Hotspot / Access Point / Range Extender / Client Mode), TL-WR1512X allows you to create Wi-Fi in various scenarios at home, in hotel rooms, or on the road.

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USB Tethering Mode

Share your phone's data plan with your devices.

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Router Mode

Easily turn a wired connection into your own secure Wi-Fi network.

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Hotspot Mode  

Turn public Wi-Fi into your secure private network.

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Create a Wi-Fi network using a USB modem.

Secure Surfing with Encryptions

24/7 Secure Surfing with VPN Encryption

Supporting OpenVPN and WireGuard®, TL-WR1512X can keep your network private and secure from anywhere in the world, whether you‘re working remotely abroad, or browsing on the public WiFi

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Access
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Adaptability
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Devices
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Network
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Functions

Encryptions for Secure Network

WPA2/PSK and WPA3-Personal encryptions provide active protection against security threats


 

Features

Reliability

· AX1500 Dual-Band Wi-Fi 6 Portable Router: – Merging Wi-Fi 6 Technology, TL-WR1512X delivers fast wireless speed
(1201 Mbps on 5 GHz, 300 Mbps on 2.4 GHz) for uninterrupted video streaming, downloading, and online gaming all at the same time†‡
· Easy Bandwidth Management– Bandwidth Control allocates necessary speed of each connected device to ensure quality of multimedia streaming

Ease of Use

· Intuitive Web UI – Ensures quick and simple Installation without hassle
· Fast Encryption – One-touch WPA2 wireless security encryption with the WPS button
· USB 3.0 Port for Fast Sharing – A USB 3.0 port makes it easy to share photos, videos, and music across your home network. Through the router's FTP server, you can also access your files and media from network devices remotely
· Portable and Durable Design – TL-WR1512X is a pocket-sized portable router compactly designed for your next trip or adventure. Its small size is designed for travel-friendly storage
· Hassle-free Management with Tether App – Network management is made easy with the TP-Link Tether App, available on any Android and iOS device

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Security

· 24/7 Secure Surfing with VPN Encryption – Supporting OpenVPN and WireGuard®, TL-WR1512X can keep your network private and secure from anywhere in the world, whether you‘re working remotely abroad, or browsing on the public WiFi
· Guest Network – Keeps your main network secure by creating a separate network for friends and visitors
· Access Control – Establishes an allow list or deny list to allow or restrict certain devices to access the internet
· Parental Controls – Restricts internet access time and contents for children devices
· Encryptions for Secure Network – WPA2/PSK and WPA3-Personal encryptions provide active protection against security threats

 

Specifications

Hardware

· Ports: 1× Gigabit WAN/LAN Port, 1× Gigabit LAN Port, 1× USB 3.0 Port, 1× Type-C Power Port
· Buttons: WPS/Reset Button, Action Button
· Antennas: External Antennas
· Dimensions: 4.9 × 3.6 × 1.3 in (119 × 90.3 × 34 mm, including antenna and foot pad), 6.6 oz / 187 g

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Software

· Protocols: IPv4, IPv6
· Parental Controls: Supported
· WAN Types: Dynamic IP, Static IP, PPPoE, PPTP, L2TP
· Quality of Service: QoS by Device
· Cloud Service: Auto Firmware Upgrade, TP-Link ID, DDNS
· NAT Forwarding: Port Forwarding, Port Triggering, DMZ, UPnP
· DDNS: TP-Link, NO-IP, DynDNS
· VPN: PPTP/L2TP/OpenVPN/WireGuard

Wireless

· Wireless Standards: IEEE 802.11ax/ac/n/a 5GHz, IEEE 802.11b/g/n 2.4GHz
· Frequency: 2.4GHz and 5GHz
· Signal Rate: 300Mbps at 2.4GHz, 1201Mbps at 5GHz
· Transmit Power:
FCC: ≤ 30dBm (2.4G & 5.15GHz~5.24GHz & 5.735GHz~5.825GHz), ≤ 24dBm (5.26GHz~5.725GHz)
CE: ≤20dBm EIRP (2.4GHz); ≤23dBm EIRP (5.17GHz~5.35GHz); ≤30dBm EIRP (5.47GHz~5.725GHz)
· Reception Sensitivity:
2.4GHz:
11b 1M:-96dBm
11n HT20M MCS7:-78dBm
11n HT40M MCS7:-75dBm
5GHz:
11a 6M:-93dBm
11ax HE20M MCS11:-64dBm
11ax HE40M MCS11:-62dBm
11ax HE80M MCS11:-60dBm
· Wireless Function: Enable/Disable Wireless Radio, WMM
· Wireless Security: WPA2/PSK, WPA3-Personal encryptions

Others

· Certification:
FCC, CE, RoHS
· System Requirements:
Microsoft Edge, Firefox, Chrome, Safari, or other JavaScript-enabled browser
*You are recommended to use the latest version
· Environment:
Operating Temperature: 0℃~40℃ (32℉ ~104℉)
Operating Humidity: 10%~90% non-condensing
· Package Contents
Wi-Fi 6 Portable Router TL-WR1512X
RJ45 Ethernet Cable
Power Adapter*
USB Cable
Quick Installation Guide
Wi-Fi Info Card

 

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Attention: This device may only be used indoors in all EU member states, EFTA countries and Northern lreland.
Attention: This device may only be used indoors in Great Britain.
Specifications are subject to change without notice. Other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. 
Maximum wireless signal rates are the physical rates derived from IEEE Standard 802.11 specifications. Actual wireless data throughput, wireless coverage, and number of connected devices are not guaranteed and will vary as a result of network conditions, client limitations, and environmental factors, including building materials, obstacles, volume and density of traffic, and client location.
*Please use the provided power adapter to avoid potential damage. Using other adapters may harm the device.
**USB Internet Sharing depends on the compatibility of your 3G/4G/5G USB modem or mobile device and may not work with all devices.
Actual network speed may be limited by the rate of the product's Ethernet WAN or LAN port, the rate supported by the network cable, internet service provider factors, and other environmental conditions.
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