TL-WR841N V9 is a 300Mbps wireless N router from TP-Link, a long-standing entry-level favorite built for households that need dependable Wi-Fi without unnecessary extras. With a track record spanning multiple international awards over the years, this router remains a trusted, affordable choice for basic home networking.
The TL-WR841N V9 delivers wireless speeds up to 300 Mbps over the 2.4GHz band using IEEE 802.11n/b/g standards, well suited for interruption-sensitive applications like HD video streaming alongside everyday browsing and downloading. Two fixed antennas provide solid coverage for 2-bedroom houses, giving reliable connectivity for typical apartment or small home setups.
The TL-WR841N V9 supports four operating modes — Router Mode, Access Point Mode, Range Extender Mode, and WISP Mode — giving it genuine flexibility to adapt to different networking situations without needing a separate device for each role. A dedicated 2.4GHz guest network keeps visitor devices separate from the main household network, protecting shared files and settings.
Wireless security covers WEP, WPA, WPA2, and WPA/WPA2-Enterprise (802.1x) encryption, along with an SPI firewall, access control, IP & MAC binding, and application layer gateway protection. A physical WPS button makes securing new devices to the network simple — just a single push pairs a compatible device without manually entering a password.
The TL-WR841N V9 supports both IPv4 and IPv6 protocols, helping future-proof the router against the ongoing transition to newer internet addressing standards. IPTV streaming is optimized through IGMP Proxy and IGMP Snooping support, improving the reliability of television-over-internet services.
Connectivity includes 1 WAN port and 4 LAN ports at 10/100Mbps, along with NAT forwarding tools including virtual server, port forwarding, port triggering, DMZ, and UPnP for applications and devices that need direct external access. Bandwidth Control lets households assign more bandwidth to preferred devices, while Parental Controls manage when and how connected devices can access the internet through URL filtering and time-based restrictions.
Powered by a single-core CPU, the TL-WR841N V9 is compact at 173 x 118 x 33mm and can be managed through either the TP-Link Tether app or a standard web interface. For anyone who needs a reliable, no-frills router to cover basic Wi-Fi needs across a small apartment or home office, the TL-WR841N V9 remains a proven, budget-friendly option.
TL-WR841N V9 Wireless Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
| Wireless Standards | IEEE 802.11n/b/g (2.4 GHz, Wi-Fi 4) |
| Wi-Fi Speeds (N300) | 2.4 GHz: Up to 300 Mbps (802.11n) |
| Wi-Fi Range Coverage | 2 Bedroom Houses |
| Antennas | 2 × Fixed Antennas |
| Wi-Fi Capacity | Legacy |
| Working Modes | Router Mode, Access Point Mode, Range Extender Mode, WISP Mode |
| Transmission Power (CE) | <20 dBm (2.4 GHz) |
| Transmission Power (FCC) | <30 dBm |
TL-WR841N V9 Security & Software
| Category | Specifications |
| Wi-Fi Encryption | WEP, WPA, WPA2, WPA/WPA2-Enterprise (802.1x) |
| Network Security | SPI Firewall, Access Control, IP & MAC Binding, Application Layer Gateway |
| Guest Network | 1 × 2.4 GHz Guest Network |
| WAN Types | Dynamic IP, Static IP, PPPoE, PPTP, L2TP |
| Network Protocols | IPv4, IPv6 |
| Quality of Service (QoS) | QoS by Device |
| NAT Forwarding | Virtual Server, Port Forwarding, Port Triggering, DMZ, UPnP |
| IPTV Support | IGMP Proxy, IGMP Snooping |
| DHCP | Server, DHCP Client List, Address Reservation |
| DDNS | NO-IP, Comex, DynDNS |
| Parental Controls | URL Filtering, Time Controls |
| Management Features | Tether App, Webpage |
TL-WR841N V9 Hardware & Physical
| Feature | Specification |
| Processor | Single-Core CPU |
| Ethernet Ports |
• 1 × 10/100 Mbps WAN Port
• 4 × 10/100 Mbps LAN Ports
|
| Buttons | Reset Button |
| Power Supply | 9 V ⎓ 0.6 A |
| Dimensions (W × D × H) | 173 mm × 118 mm × 33 mm (6.9″ × 4.6″ × 1.3″) |
| Operating Temperature | 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F) |
| Storage Temperature | –40 °C to 70 °C (–40 °F to 158 °F) |
| Operating Humidity | 10% to 90% RH, non-condensing |
| Storage Humidity | 5% to 90% RH, non-condensing |
| Certifications | FCC, CE, RoHS |
| Package Contents | Wi-Fi Router TL-WR841N, Power Adapter, RJ45 Ethernet Cable, Quick Installation Guide |
TL-WR841N V9 Receiver Sensitivity Highlights
| Data Rate | Receiver Sensitivity | Packet Error Rate (PER) |
| 270M | -70 dBm | 10% PER |
| 130M | -74 dBm | 10% PER |
| 108M | -74 dBm | 10% PER |
| 54M | -77 dBm | 10% PER |
| 11M | -87 dBm | 8% PER |
| 6M | -90 dBm | 10% PER |
| 1M | -98 dBm | 8% PER |
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