TL-WN881ND Setup Guide

Model: TL-WN881ND

Welcome! Let's get your adapter set up together!

This guide is here to make the setup easy for everyone. We’ll walk you through what’s in the box, how the adapter looks, and how to install it and its driver.

To use the adapter, install it into your computer, then install the driver. Our driver supports screen readers and can be installed using only a keyboard!

Ready to explore your adapter and get connected?

Part 1. Learn About Your Adapter

This section introduces the adapter's package contents and appearance.

1. Unpack Your Adapter

Your package includes: an adapter, two antennas, a low-profile bracket, a Resource CD and installation guides.

Two Antennas: Slim, tapered antennas with adjustable joints for better signal reception. Each has a threaded connector at the base for secure attachment to the adapter.

Low-Profile Bracket: An L-shaped metal piece with two mounting holes designed for compact computer cases.

Resource CD: a standard circular thin disc containing drivers for computer installation.

2. Appearance

The adapter is a flat, rectangular circuit board with a smooth surface and slight ridges from its embedded components.

The front of the adapter has an L-shaped metal bracket. At the center of the mounting bracket, there is two circular threaded ports for antennas.

One side of the adapter has a gold-plated edge connector (PCIe interface) with tiny, parallel metal pins, which plug into the motherboard’s PCIE slot.

Part 2. Get Started

Step 1. Connect to a Computer

a. Turn off your computer, unplug the power cable, and then remove the case panel.

b. Locate an available PCIE slot (X1, X4, X8, or X16) on your computer and carefully insert the adapter.

Note: If the bracket is not suitable for your computer, detach it from the adapter's board and replace it with the low-profile bracket.

c. Install the antennas to the circular antenna ports on the front of the adapter.

Tip: To maximize performance, make sure the path between the antenna and your router is clear.

d. Replace the case panel, plug in the power cable, and turn on your computer.

Step 2. Install the Drivers

a. Insert the CD into your computer and go to My Computer or This PC to run the Autorun.exe.

Tip: You can also check for new releases and download the latest drivers at https://www.tp-link.com/support/download/

b. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the Wi-Fi driver.

Note:

• If an unknown publisher message pops up, select Yes to continue.

• If Windows User Account Control requires admin credentials, type the username and password of your Windows administrator account.

Step 3. Join a Wireless Network

a. Click the network status icon on the taskbar.

b. Select your Wi-Fi network, click “Connect,” and enter the password when prompted.

Support

For technical support, driver downloads, replacement services, user guides, and other information about your product model, please visit https://www.tp-link.com/support/.