Quick Installation Guide

Dual-Band Wi-Fi Router

Important
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Unplug your modem, and remove
the backup battery if it has one.

� If your internet connection comes from an Power adapter

Router
Modem
Ethernet outlet, connect the router’s WAN port
to it, then follow step 4 and 5.
Connect to the internet
� If you want to configure this new router as an
access point to extend your network, refer to the
Access Point Mode section on the back page.
Connect to the power socket

Connect the powered-off modem to the Power on the modem and then wait
router’s WAN port via an Ethernet cable. about 2 minutes for it to restart.

Verify that the router’s LED turns

Connect the power adapter to the router.
solid on before continuing.
Configure the router
Method 1: Via TP-Link Tether App
1. Download the Tether app via Apple Store or Google 2. Open the Tether app and log in with your TP-Link ID. 3. Tap the button in the Tether app and select Wireless
Play, or simply scan the QR code below. Note: If you don’t have an account, please create one first. Router > Standard Routers. Follow the steps to
complete the setup and connect to the internet.

Choose Your Device Type

Welcome to Tether
or
TP-Link ID (Email)

Password
Scan for Tether Tether
Log In
Sign Up Forgot Password?
 Access Point Mode Appearance
Method 2: Via a Web Browser
1. Connect your device to the router (wired or wireless). If you already have a router, you can switch this new router to
Access Point mode to extend your existing network. Follow the Item Description
Wired
steps below.
Turn off the Wi-Fi on your computer and connect to the router using an
Solid on:
Ethernet cable. Power is on.
Wireless Blinking slowly:
Power Green
The system is starting up or firmware upgrade is in progress.
a Find the SSID and wireless password printed on the label of the router.
Blinking quickly:
Internet Ethernet1Ethernet2 Ethernet3Ethernet4

Internet Ethernet Ethernet4 WAN

b Click the network icon of your computer or go to Wi-Fi settings of WPS connection is in progress.
Existing Router New Router Clients
your smart device, and then select the SSID to join the network.
2.4 GHz Green Solid on: The 2.4GHz wireless band is enabled.
2. Connect the router to the internet.
a Launch a web browser, and enter http://tplinkwifi.net or a. Power on the router.
5 GHz Green Solid on: The 5GHz wireless band is enabled.
http://192.168.0.1 in the address bar. Create a password to log in. b. Connect the router's WAN port to your existing router’s Ethernet port
Note: If the login window does not appear, please refer to Q1 of Need Help? in this guide. via an Ethernet cable as shown above.
LAN Green Solid on: At least one LAN port is connected.
c. Connect a computer to the router via an Ethernet cable or wirelessly by
http://tplinkwifi.net using the SSID (network name) and Wireless Password printed on the Solid on:
label at the bottom of the router. Orange Router Mode: The WAN port is connected, but internet is not
available.
Password d. Launch a web browser and enter http://tplinkwifi.net in the address bar.
Create a password to log in. Internet
Confirm Password Solid on:
e. Run the Quick Setup, click Change Mode in the top right corner then
Green Router Mode: Internet is available.
Let’s Get Started select Access Point Mode. Access Point Mode: The WAN port is connected.
Note: You can also go to Advanced > Operation Mode to switch to Access Point Mode.

b Follow the step-by-step instructions to set up the internet connection f. Wait for the router to reboot, then log in and follow the Quick Setup to
Press for 1 second to enable the WPS function.
and register for the TP-Link Cloud service. complete the setup. WPS/RESET
Press and hold the button until all LEDs turn off to reset the router to
Button
its factory default settings.

Need Help?
Q1. What can I do if the login window does not appear? Current Device MAC, and click SAVE. Then reboot both the modem and the router. Safety Information
• Reboot your router and try again. • Keep the device away from water, fire, humidity or hot environments.
Q3. How do I restore the router to its factory default settings?
• If the computer is set to a static IP address, change its settings to obtain an IP • With the router powered on, press and hold the WPS/RESET button on the back • Do not attempt to disassemble, repair, or modify the device. If you need
address automatically. panel of the router until all LEDs turn off. The router will reboot. service, please contact us.
• Verify that http://tplinkwifi.net is correctly entered in the web browser. Alternatively, • Log in to the web management page of the router. Go to Advanced > System > • Do not use damaged charger or USB cable to charge the device.
enter http://192.168.0.1 or http://192.168.1.1 in the web browser and press Enter. Backup & Restore, and locate the Factory Default Restore section. Then click • Do not use any other chargers than those recommended.
• Use another web browser and try again. FACTORY RESTORE. The router will restore and reboot automatically. • Do not use the device where wireless devices are not allowed.
• Disable and then enable the network adapter being used. • Adapter shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.
Q4. What can I do if I forgot my web management page password?
Q2. What can I do if I cannot access the internet? • If you are using a TP-Link ID to log in, click Forgot Password? on the login page and
• Power off your modem for about 5 minutes, then power it on and check the internet. then follow the instructions to reset it.
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If your modem has more than one Ethernet port, keep other ports unconnected. • Alternatively, refer to Q3 to reset your router, then visit http://tplinkwifi.net to create
• Check if the internet is working normally by connecting a computer directly to the a new login password.
modem using an Ethernet cable. If it is not, contact your internet service provider.
• Log in to the web management page of the router, and go to the Network Map
Q5. What can I do if I forgot my wireless network password?
page to check whether the WAN IP address is valid or not. If it’s valid, go to • If you have not changed the default wireless password, it can be found on the label
Advanced > Network > Internet, click Advanced Settings, select Use the Following at the bottom of the router. To communicate with TP-Link users or engineers, please join the TP-Link
DNS Addresses, set the Primary DNS to 8.8.8.8, and set the Secondary DNS to • Connect a computer directly to the router using an Ethernet cable. Log in to the Community at https://community.tp-link.com.
8.8.4.4. If it is not, check the hardware connection or contact your internet service router’s web management page at http://tplinkwifi.net, and go to Wireless > Wireless
provider. Settings to retrieve or reset your wireless password. For technical support, replacement services, user guides, and
• For cable modem users, log in to the web management page of the router. Go to other information, please visit https://www.tp-link.com/support,
Advanced > Network > Internet and locate the MAC Clone section. Select Clone or simply scan the QR code.