TP-LINK ARCHER AX55 PRO (01) PDF DOCUMENT

The product should not be located in a place where it will be exposed to moisture or excessive heat.

Place the router in a location where it can be connected to multiple devices as well as to a power source.

Make sure the cables and power cord are safely placed out of the way so they do not create a tripping hazard.

The router can be placed on a shelf or desktop.

Keep the router away from devices with strong electromagnetic interference, such as Bluetooth devices, cordless phones and microwaves.

Generally, the router is placed on a horizontal surface, such as on a shelf or desktop. The device also can be mounted on the wall.

Before you start, turn off your modem, if any, and remove the backup battery if it has one. And place the router horizontally and orient the antennas vertically.

If your internet comes from an Ethernet outlet instead of a DSL / Cable / Satellite modem, connect the router’s 2.5 Gbps WAN/LAN port to it, then follow steps 3 and 4 to complete the hardware connection.

1. Connect the modem to the router’s WAN port with an Ethernet cable.

2. Turn on the modem, and then wait about 2 minutes for it to restart.

3. Connect the power adapter to the router and turn on the router.

4. Verify that the hardware connection is correct by checking that the Power, 2.4G, 5G, and Internet LEDs are on.

Note: If the 2.4GHz LED and 5GHz LED are off, press and hold the WPS/Wi-Fi button on the back for more than 2 seconds. Both the LEDs should turn solid on.

5. Connect your computer to the router.

Method 1: Wired

Turn off the Wi-Fi on your computer and connect the devices with an Ethernet cable.

Method 2: Wirelessly

1 ) Find the SSID (Network Name) and Wireless Password printed on the label at the bottom of the router.

2 ) Click the network icon of your computer or go to Wi-Fi Settings of your smart device, and then select the SSID to join the network.

Method 3: Use the WPS button

Wireless devices that support WPS, including Android phones, tablets, and most USB network cards, can be connected to your router through this method.

Note: WPS is not supported by iOS devices. The WPS function cannot be configured if the wireless function of the router is disabled. Also, the WPS function will be disabled if your wireless encryption is WEP. Please make sure the wireless function is enabled and is configured with the appropriate encryption before configuring the WPS.

1 ) Tab the WPS icon on the device’s screen. Here we take an Android phone for instance.

2 ) Within two minutes, press the WPS button on your router.

1. Set up the TCP/IP Protocol in Obtain an IP address automatically mode on your computer.

2. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and create a login password for secure management purposes. Then click Let’s Get Started to log in.

1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with the password you set for the router.

2. Follow the step-by-step instructions to complete Quick Setup configuration or go to Advanced > Quick Setup for configuration to connect your router to the internet. Then follow the step-by-step instructions to connect your router to the internet.

3. To enjoy a more complete service from TP-Link (remote management, TP-Link DDNS, and more.), log in with your TP-Link ID or click Sign Up Now to get one. Then follow the instructions to bind the cloud router to your TP-Link ID.

1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router.

2. Go to Internet.

3. Select a port for internet service. Make sure the cable is securely connected to this port on your router.

4. Follow the instructions on the page to continue the configuration based on your connection type:

1 ) If you choose Dynamic IP, you need to select whether to clone the MAC address. Dynamic IP users are usually equipped with a cable TV or fiber cable.

2 ) If you choose Static IP, enter the information provided by your ISP in the corresponding fields.

3 ) If you choose PPPoE, enter the username and password provided by your ISP. PPPoE users usually have DSL cable modems.

4 ) If you choose L2TP, enter the username and password and choose the Secondary Connection provided by your ISP.

5 ) If you choose PPTP, enter the username and password, and choose the Secondary Connection provided by your ISP.

5. Click Save.

The router can work as an access point, transforming your existing wired network to a wireless one.

1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router.

2. Go to Advanced > System > Operation Mode, select Access Point and click Save. The router will reboot and switch to Access Point mode.

3. After rebooting, connect the router to your existing wired router via an Ethernet cable.

4. Log in again to the web management page http://tplinkwifi.net, and go to Advanced > Quick Setup.

5. Configure your wireless settings and click Next.

6. Confirm the information and click Save. Now, you can enjoy Wi-Fi.

1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router.

2. Go to Advanced > IPv6.

3. Enable IPv6 and select the internet connection type provided by your ISP.

4. Fill in information as required by different connection types:

• Static IP: Fill in blanks and click Save.

• Dynamic IP(SLAAC/DHCPv6): Click Advanced to input further information if your ISP requires. Click Save and then click Renew.

• PPPoE: By default, the router uses the IPv4 account to connect to the IPv6 server. Click Advanced to input further information if your ISP requires. Click Save and then click Connect.

• 6to4 Tunnel: An IPv4 internet connection type is a prerequisite for this connection type. Click Advanced to input further information if your ISP requires. Click Save and then click Connect.

• Pass-Through (Bridge): Click Save and skip to Step 6.

5. Configure LAN ports. Windows users are recommended to choose from the first two types. Fill in Address Prefix provided by your ISP, and click Save.

6. Click Status to check whether you have successfully set up an IPv6 connection.

If you have skipped the registration during the Quick Setup process, you can:

1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with the password you set for the router.

2. Go to Advanced > TP-Link ID or click TP-Link ID on the very top of the page.

3. Click Sign Up and follow the instructions to register a TP-Link ID.

4. After activating your TP-Link ID, come back to the TP-Link ID page to log in. The TP-Link ID used to log in to the router for the first time will be automatically bound as an Admin.

1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID.

2. Go to Advanced > TP-Link ID, and focus on the Account Information section.

To change your email address:

1. Click the edit icon behind the Email.

2. Enter the password of your TP-Link ID, then a new email address. And click Save.

To change your password:

1. Click the edit icon behind the Password.

2. Enter the current password, then a new password twice. And click Save.

The TP-Link ID used to log in to the router for the first time will be automatically bound as the Admin account. An admin account can add or remove other TP-Link IDs to or from the same router as Users. All accounts can monitor and manage the router locally or remotely, but user accounts cannot reset the router or add/remove other TP-Link IDs.

Add TP-Link ID to Manage the Router

1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID.

2. Go to Advanced > TP-Link ID, and focus on the Bound Accounts section.

3. Click Bind, enter another TP-Link ID as needed and click Save.

4. The new TP-Link ID will be displayed in the Bound Accounts table as a User.

Remove TP-Link ID(s) from Managing the Router

1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID.

2. Go to Advanced > TP-Link ID, and focus on the Bound Accounts section.

3. Tick the checkbox(es) of the TP-Link ID(s) you want to remove and click Unbind.

1. Launch the Apple App Store or Google Play store and search “TP-Link Tether” or simply scan the QR code to download and install the app.

2. Launch the Tether app and log in with your TP-Link ID. If you don’t have a TP-Link ID, create one first.

3. Connect your device to the router’s wireless network.

4. Go back to the Tether app, select the model of your router and log in with the password you set for the router.

5. Manage your router as needed.

1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router.

2. Go to Wireless or Advanced > Wireless > Wireless Settings.

To enable or disable OFDMA:

OFDMA enables multiple users to transmit data simultaneously. Noted that only when your clients also support OFDMA, can you fully enjoy the benefits. It is disabled by default.

1. Go to Advanced > Wireless > Wireless Settings.

2. Enable OFDMA.

To enable or disable TWT:

TWT (Target Wake Time) allows 802.11ax routers and clients to negotiate their periods to transmit and receive data packets, which can extend their battery life. It is disabled by default.

1. Go to Advanced > Wireless > Wireless Settings.

2. Enable TWT.

To use the Smart Connect function:

Smart Connect assigns your devices to the best wireless bands to balance network demands.

1. Go to Advanced > Wireless > Wireless Settings.

2. Enable Smart Connect.

3. Keep the default values or set a new SSID and password, and click SAVE. This SSID and password will be applied for the 2.4GHz and 5GHz wireless networks.

To enable or disable the wireless function:

1. Go to Wireless or Advanced > Wireless > Wireless Settings.

2. The wireless function is enabled by default. If you want to disable the wireless function of the router, just untick the Enable checkbox of each wireless network.

To change the wireless network name (SSID) and wireless password:

1. Go to Wireless or Advanced > Wireless > Wireless Settings.

2. Create a new SSID in Network Name (SSID) and customize the password for the network in Password. The value is case-sensitive.

To hide SSID:

1. Go to Wireless or Advanced > Wireless > Wireless Settings.

2. Select Hide SSID, and your SSID won’t display when you scan for local wireless networks on your wireless device and you need to manually join the network.

To change the security option:

1. Go to Advanced > Wireless > Wireless Settings.

2. Select an option from the Security drop-down list: None, WPA/WPA2-Personal, WPA2/WPA3-Personal, WPA/WPA2-Enterprise. We recommend you don’t change the default settings unless necessary.

To change the transmit power and channel settings:

1. Go to Advanced > Wireless > Wireless Settings.

2. Select an option from the Transmit Power drop-down list: High, Middle or Low. The default and recommended setting is High.

3. If Smart Connect is disabled, you can also change the following settings:

• Channel Width – Select a channel width (bandwidth) for the wireless network.

• Channel – Select an operating channel for the wireless network. It is recommended to leave the channel to Auto, if you are not experiencing intermittent wireless connection issue.

• Mode – Select a transmission mode according to your wireless client devices. It is recommended to just leave it as default.

The wireless network can be automatically off at a specific time when you do not need the wireless connection.

1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router.

2. Go to Advanced > Wireless > Wireless Schedule.

3. Enable the Wireless Schedule feature.

4. Click Add to specify a wireless off period during which you need the wireless off automatically, and click SAVE.

1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router.

2. Make sure the Wi-Fi of your router is on and go to Advanced > Wireless > WPS.

Connect via the Client’s PIN

Enter the PIN of your device and click Connect. Then your device will get connected to the router.

Connect via the Router’s PIN

Select Router’s PIN in Method 1 to enable Router’s PIN. You can use the default PIN or generate a new one.

Push the WPS Button

Click Start on the screen or directly press the router’s WPS button. Within two minutes, enable WPS on your personal device. Success will appear on the screen and the WPS LED of the router should change from flashing to solid on, indicating successful WPS connection.

To configure, visit http://tplinkwifi.net, log in, and go to Advanced > Wireless > Additional Settings.

• WMM – WMM function can guarantee the packets with high-priority messages being transmitted preferentially.

• AP Isolation – This function isolates all connected wireless stations so that wireless stations cannot access each other through WLAN.

• Airtime Fairness – This function can improve the overall network performance by sacrificing a little bit of network time on your slow devices.

• Beacon Interval – Enter a value between 40 and 1000 in milliseconds to determine the duration between beacon packets that are broadcasted by the router to synchronize the wireless network. The default value is 100 milliseconds.

• RTS Threshold – Enter a value between 1 and 2346 to determine the packet size of data transmission through the router. By default, the RTS (Request to Send) Threshold size is 2346. If the packet size is greater than the preset threshold, the router will send RTS frames to a particular receiving station and negotiate the sending of a data frame.

• DTIM Interval – The value determines the interval of DTIM (Delivery Traffic Indication Message). Enter a value between 1 and 15 intervals. The default value is 1, which indicates the DTIM Interval is the same as Beacon Interval.

• Group Key Update Period – Enter a number of seconds (minimum 30) to control the time interval for the encryption key automatic renewal. The default value is 0, meaning no key renewal.

This function allows you to provide Wi-Fi access for guests without disclosing your main network.

1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router.

2. Go to Advanced > Wireless > Guest Network or click Wireless on the top page. Locate the Guest Network section.

3. Create a guest network as needed.

1 ) Tick the Enable checkbox for the 2.4GHz or 5GHz wireless network.

2 ) Customize the SSID. Don‘t select Hide SSID unless you want your guests to manually input the SSID for guest network access.

3 ) Select the Security type and customize your own password. If No security is selected, no password is needed to access your guest network.

4. Click Save. Now your guests can access your guest network using the SSID and password you set!

5. You can also click Sharing Network to share the SSID and password to your guests.

1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router.

2. Go to Advanced > Wireless >Guest Network. Locate the Guest Permissions section.

3. Customize guest network options according to your needs.

• Allow guests to see each other: Tick this checkbox if you want to allow the wireless clients on your guest network to communicate with each other via methods such as network neighbors and Ping.

• Allow guests to access your local network: Tick this checkbox if you want to allow the wireless clients on your guest network to communicate with the devices connected to your router’s LAN ports or main network via methods such as network neighbors and Ping.

4. Click Save. Now you can ensure network security and privacy!

Insert your USB storage device into the router’s USB port and then refer to the following to access files.

Windows computer

• Method 1: Go to Computer > Network, then click the Network Server Name (TP-SHARE by default) in the Computer section.

• Method 2: Open the Windows Explorer (or go to Computer) and type the server address \\tplinkwifi.net or ftp://tplinkwifi.net in the address bar, then press Enter.

Mac

1 ) Select Go > Connect to Server.

2 ) Type the server address smb://tplinkwifi.net.

3 ) Click Connect.

4 ) When prompted, select the Guest radio box. (If you have set up a username and a password, you should select the Registered User radio box.)

Tablet

Use a third-party app for network files management.

You can access your USB disk outside the local area network.

1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router.

2. Go to Advanced > USB > USB Storage Device.

3. Tick the Internet FTP checkbox, and then click Save.

4. To access your USB disk remotely:

• Computer: Open the Windows Explorer or a web browser. Type in ftp://: (e.g. ftp://59.40.2.243:21). If you have a domain name, you can use that instead of the WAN IP. Press Enter. Access with the username and password you have set up.

• Tablet: Use a third-party app for network files management.

1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in.

2. Go to Advanced > USB > USB Storage Device.

To Customize the Address of the USB Storage Device

1. In the Access Method section, make sure Samba for Windows is ticked, and enter a Network/Media Server Name as you like, such as MyShare, then click Save.

2. Now you can access the USB storage device by visiting \\MyShare (for Windows) or smb://MyShare (for Mac).

To Only Share Specific Content

Focus on the File Sharing section. Specify sharing folders that you want to share and click Save.

To Set Up Authentication for Data Security

1. In the File Sharing section, enable Secure Sharing.

2. Click the edit icon to modify the access account. The username and password are both admin for the default administrator account, and both visit for the default visitor account. Accessing as an administrator can read and modify the shared folders while visitors can only read the shared folders.

The feature of Media Sharing allows you to view photos, play music and watch movies stored on the USB storage device directly from DLNA-supported devices, such as your computer, tablet and PS2/3/4.

1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router.

2. Go to Advanced > USB > USB Storage Device.

3. Enable Media Sharing.

4. When your USB storage device is inserted into the router, your DLNA-supported devices (such as your computer and pad) connected to the router can detect and play the media files on the USB storage devices.

• Windows Computer: Go to Computer > Network, then click the Media Server Name in the Media Devices section.

• Tablet: Use a third-party DLNA-supported player.

Time Machine backs up all files on your Mac computer to a USB storage device connected to your router.

1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router.

2. Go to Advanced > USB > Time Machine.

3. Tick the checkbox to enable Time Machine.

4. Click Select to select a location for Time Machine backups.

5. Set the Size Limit for Backups. (Note: 0 means no limit for the space.)

6. Click Save.

HomeShield provides tools to manage and secure your network. To use these features, download the Tether app.

Network Security Features:

• Network Analysis: Analyze and optimize your network.

• IoT Protection: Get real-time security for your Internet of Things.

• Intrusion Prevention System: Identifies and block network intruders.

• Malicious Content Filter: Block malicious content.

• DDoS Protection: Protects your home network from DDoS attacks.

Parental Controls Features:

• Child Protection: Keep your child away from inappropriate content.

• Family Incentive Program: Manage screen time and create rewards.

• Family Time: Pause the internet to enjoy family time.

Network Analysis & Optimization Features:

• Weekly and Monthly Reports: Get reports of your network usage.

• Quality of Service (QoS): Prioritizes devices to give faster performance.

• Scan: Run a scan for a better network performance and security anytime.

To use these features:

1. Scan the QR code or get the Tether app from the Apple App Store or Google Play.

2. Launch the Tether app and log in with your TP-Link ID. If you don’t have an account, create one first.

3. Log in to your router and tap the HomeShield tab to use this feature.

TP-Link OneMesh router and extenders work together to form one unified Wi-Fi network with seamless roaming.

• Unified Wi-Fi Network: Router and extenders share the same wireless settings.

• Seamless Roaming: Devices automatically switch between your router and extenders for the fastest speeds.

• Easy Setup and Management: Set up with a push of WPS buttons. Manage devices on the Tether app or web management page.

To Set Up a OneMesh Network:

1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in.

2. Go to Advanced > OneMesh, and enable OneMesh.

3. Connect a OneMesh extender to this router by following the setup instructions in the extender’s manual.

4. If you have set up the extender to join the OneMesh network, it will be listed on the router’s OneMesh page. Otherwise, find it in the Available OneMesh Devices list and click Add.

To view mesh devices and connected clients in the network:

1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in.

2. Go to Network Map.

3. Click the mesh icon to view all mesh devices, and click the clients icon to view all connected clients.

To manage a OneMesh device in the network:

1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in.

2. Go to Advanced > OneMesh.

3. Click the OneMesh device to view detailed information.

4. Manage the OneMesh device as needed. You can change device information, click Manage Device to go to its web page, or click Leave OneMesh to remove it.

The SPI (Stateful Packet Inspection) Firewall protects the router from cyber attacks and is enabled by default.

1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in.

2. Go to Advanced > Security > Firewall. It’s recommended to keep the default settings.

Access Control is used to block (Blacklist) or allow (Whitelist) specific client devices to access your network.

1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in.

2. Go to Advanced > Security > Access Control.

3. Toggle on to enable Access Control.

4. Select the access mode (Blacklist or Whitelist).

To block specific device(s):

1 ) Select Blacklist.

2 ) Click Add and select devices you want to be blocked and Click ADD.

To allow specific device(s):

1 ) Select Whitelist and click SAVE.

2 ) Your own device is in the whitelist by default. Click Add to add other devices to the whitelist from the device list or by adding them manually (Device Name and MAC Address).

IP & MAC Binding, or ARP Binding, is used to bind a device’s IP address to its MAC address to prevent ARP spoofing and other ARP attacks.

1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in.

2. Go to Advanced > Security > IP & MAC Binding.

3. Enable IP & MAC Binding.

4. To bind a connected device: Click Add in the Binding List, click VIEW CONNECTED DEVICES, select the device, and click SAVE.

5. To bind an unconnected device: Click Add in the Binding List, enter the MAC Address and IP Address you want to bind, and click SAVE.

ALG (Application Layer Gateway) allows customized NAT traversal filters for protocols like FTP, TFTP, H323 etc. It is recommended to keep the default settings. You may need to disable SIP ALG for some voice and video applications.

To configure, visit http://tplinkwifi.net, log in, and go to Advanced > Security > ALG.

Port Forwarding allows you to set up public services on your local network, like a personal website. For example, to share a website on your home PC (192.168.0.100).

1. Assign a static IP address to your PC, for example 192.168.0.100.

2. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in.

3. Go to Advanced > NAT Forwarding > Port Forwarding.

4. Click Add.

5. Click VIEW COMMON SERVICES and select HTTP. The External Port, Internal Port and Protocol will be automatically filled in.

6. Click VIEW CONNECTED DEVICES and select your home PC. The Device IP Address will be automatically filled in. Or enter the PC’s IP address 192.168.0.100 manually.

7. Click SAVE.

Port Triggering is mainly for online games, VoIPs, and video players. When a host on the local network initiates a connection to a triggering port, all external ports will be opened for subsequent connections.

1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in.

2. Go to Advanced > NAT Forwarding > Port Triggering and click Add.

3. Click VIEW COMMON SERVICES, and select the desired application. The Triggering Port, Triggering Protocol and External Port will be automatically filled in.

4. Click SAVE.

When a PC is set to be a DMZ (Demilitarized Zone) host, it is totally exposed to the internet. This can solve port restriction issues for applications like online games. Note: This may bring potential safety hazards.

1. Assign a static IP address to your PC, for example 192.168.0.100.

2. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in.

3. Go to Advanced > NAT Forwarding > DMZ and tick to enable DMZ.

4. Click VIEW CONNECTED DEVICES and select your PC. The Device IP Address will be automatically filled in. Or enter the PC’s IP address manually in the DMZ Host IP Address field.

5. Click SAVE.

The UPnP (Universal Plug and Play) protocol allows applications like online games to automatically open the required ports. It is enabled by default.

1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in.

2. Go to Advanced > NAT Forwarding > UPnP and toggle on or off according to your needs.

Step 1. Set up OpenVPN Server on Your Router

1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in.

2. Go to Advanced > VPN Server > OpenVPN, and tick the Enable box.

3. Select the Service Type (UDP or TCP).

4. Enter a VPN Service Port (1024-65535).

5. In the VPN Subnet/Netmask fields, enter the range of IP addresses for the VPN server to lease.

6. Select your Client Access type (Home Network Only or Internet and Home Network).

7. Click SAVE.

8. Click GENERATE to get a new certificate.

9. Click EXPORT to save the OpenVPN configuration file.

Step 2. Configure OpenVPN Connection on Your Remote Device

1. Download and install the OpenVPN client utility on your remote device.

2. After installation, copy the exported configuration file to the OpenVPN client utility’s “config” folder.

3. Run the OpenVPN client utility and connect it to the OpenVPN Server.

Step 1. Set up PPTP VPN Server on Your Router

1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in.

2. Go to Advanced > VPN Server > PPTP, and tick the Enable box.

3. In the Client IP Address field, enter the range of IP addresses (up to 10) for the PPTP VPN server to lease.

4. Set connection permissions: Allow Samba (Network Place) access, Allow NetBIOS passthrough, Allow Unencrypted connections.

5. Click SAVE.

6. Configure a connection account (up to 16). Click Add and enter a Username and Password.

Step 2. Configure PPTP VPN Connection on Your Remote Device (Windows example)

1. Go to Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center.

2. Select Set up a new connection or network.

3. Select Connect to a workplace and click Next.

4. Select Use my Internet connection (VPN).

5. Enter the internet IP address of the router in the Internet address field. Click Next.

6. Enter the User name and Password you set for the PPTP VPN server, and click Connect.

7. Click Connect Now when the VPN connection is ready to use.

Step 1. Set up L2TP/IPSec VPN Server on Your Router

1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in.

2. Go to Advanced > VPN Server > L2TP/IPSec, and enable L2TP/IPSec.

3. In the Client IP Address field, enter the range of IP addresses (up to 10) for the server to lease.

4. Keep IPSec Encryption as Encrypted and create an IPSec Pre-Shared Key.

5. Click SAVE.

6. Configure a connection account (up to 16). Click Add and enter a Username and Password.

Step 2. Configure L2TP/IPSec VPN Connection on Your Remote Device (Windows example)

1. Go to Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center.

2. Select Set up a new connection or network.

3. Select Connect to a workplace and click Next.

4. Select Use my Internet connection (VPN).

5. Enter the internet IP address of the router in the Internet address field, and select the checkbox “Don’t connect now; just set it up so I can connect later”. Click Next.

6. Enter the User name and Password you set for the L2TP/IPSec VPN server, and click Create.

7. Click Close.

8. Go to Network and Sharing Center and click Change adapter settings.

9. Find the VPN connection you created, then double-click it.

10. Enter the User name and Password you have set and click Properties.

11. Switch to the Security tab, select Layer 2 Tunneling Protocol with IPsec (L2TP/IPSec) and click Advanced settings.

12. Select Use preshared key for authentication and enter the IPSec Pre-Shared Key you have set on the router. Then click OK.

Done! Click Connect to start VPN connection.

VPN Client creates VPN connections for devices in your home network to access a remote VPN server without needing to install VPN software on each device.

1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in.

2. Go to Advanced > VPN Client.

3. Enable VPN Client, then save the settings.

4. Add VPN servers:

1 ) In the Server List section, click Add.

2 ) Specify a description for the VPN, and choose the VPN type (OpenVPN, PPTP, or L2TP/IPSec).

3 ) Enter the VPN information provided by your VPN provider. For OpenVPN, import the configuration file. For PPTP and L2TP/IPSec, enter the server address, username, password, and (for L2TP/IPSec) the pre-shared key.

4 ) Save the settings.

5 ) In the server list, enable the one you need.

5. Add and manage the devices that will use the VPN function.

1 ) In the Device List section, click Add.

2 ) Choose and add the devices that will access the VPN server you have configured.

6. Save the settings.

If the default LAN IP (192.168.0.1) conflicts with another device on your local network, you can change it.

1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in.

2. Go to Advanced > Network > LAN.

3. Type in a new IP Address appropriate to your needs. And leave the Subnet Mask as the default settings.

4. Click SAVE.

1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in.

2. Go to Advanced > Network > IPTV/VLAN.

3. If your ISP uses IGMP technology:

1 ) Tick the IGMP Proxy and IGMP Snooping checkbox, then select the IGMP Version (V2 or V3) required by your ISP.

2 ) Click SAVE.

3 ) Connect your set-top box to any of the router’s Ethernet ports.

If IGMP is not the technology your ISP uses:

1 ) Tick Enable IPTV/VLAN.

2 ) Select the appropriate Mode according to your ISP (e.g., Bridge, or Custom if your ISP provides parameters).

3 ) After selecting a mode, the necessary parameters, including the LAN port for IPTV, are predetermined. If not, select the LAN type to determine the port.

4 ) Click SAVE.

5 ) Connect the set-top box to the corresponding LAN port.

1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in.

2. Go to Advanced > Network > DHCP Server.

To specify the IP address that the router assigns:

1. Tick the Enable checkbox for DHCP Server.

2. Enter the starting and ending IP addresses in the IP Address Pool.

3. Enter other parameters if the ISP offers. The Default Gateway is automatically filled in.

4. Click SAVE.

To reserve an IP address for a specified client device:

1. Click Add in the Address Reservation section.

2. Click VIEW CONNECTED DEVICES and select the device you want to reserve an IP for, or enter the MAC address manually.

3. Enter the IP address to reserve for the client device.

4. Click SAVE.

DDNS allows you to access your router and local servers using a domain name, even if your public IP address changes.

1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in.

2. Go to Advanced > Network > Dynamic DNS.

3. Select the DDNS Service Provider: TP-Link, NO-IP or DynDNS. If you don’t have an account with NO-IP or DynDNS, you must register first.

4. If you selected TP-Link, click Register in the Domain Name List and enter the Domain Name as needed. (Note: You must be logged in with a TP-Link ID).

5. If you selected NO-IP or DynDNS, enter the username, password and domain name of your account.

6. Click LOGIN AND SAVE.

Static routing guides the router in forwarding data packets to a specific destination network.

1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in to the primary router (e.g., Router A).

2. Go to Advanced > Network > Routing.

3. Click Add and finish the settings:

• Network Destination: The destination IP address you want to assign to a static route.

• Subnet Mask: Determines the destination network. For a single IP, use 255.255.255.255.

• Default Gateway: The IP address of the gateway device to which data packets will be sent. This IP must be on the same subnet as the router’s port sending the data.

• Interface: The port (WAN/LAN) that sends out the data packets.

• Description: Enter a description for this static routing entry.

4. Click SAVE.

5. Check the Routing Table to confirm the entry was added successfully.

Auto Update

1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in.

2. Enable Auto Update.

3. Specify the Update Time and save the settings. The router will update automatically when a new version is available.

Online Upgrade

1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in.

2. When a new firmware is available, an upgrade icon will appear. Click it, or go to Advanced > System > Firmware Upgrade and click CHECK FOR UPGRADES.

3. Focus on the Online Upgrade section, and click UPGRADE if there is new firmware.

4. Wait a few minutes for the upgrade and reboot to complete.

Local Upgrade

1. Download the latest firmware file for the router from the support page.

2. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in.

3. Go to Advanced > System > Firmware Upgrade.

4. Focus on the Local Upgrade section. Click BROWSE to locate the downloaded new firmware file, and click UPGRADE.

5. Wait a few minutes for the upgrade and reboot to complete.

1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in.

2. Go to Advanced > System Tools > Backup & Restore.

To backup configuration settings:

Click BACK UP to save a copy of the current settings to your local computer. A ‘.bin’ file will be stored.

To restore configuration settings:

1. Click BROWSE to locate the backup configuration file stored on your computer, and click RESTORE.

2. Wait a few minutes for the restoring and rebooting.

To reset the router except your login password and TP-Link ID:

1. In the Factory Default Restore section, click RESTORE.

2. Wait a few minutes for the resetting and rebooting.

To reset the router to factory default settings:

1. Click FACTORY RESTORE to reset the router.

2. Wait a few minutes for the resetting and rebooting.

Note: If you are using a TP-Link ID to log in, this feature will be disabled. To manage the TP-Link ID, go to Advanced > TP-Link ID.

1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with the password you set for the router.

2. Go to Advanced > System > Administration and focus on the Change Password section.

3. Enter the old password, then a new password twice (both case-sensitive). Click SAVE.

4. Use the new password for future logins.

This feature allows you to recover the local login password. It is disabled if you log in with a TP-Link ID.

1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your local password.

2. Go to Advanced > System > Administration and focus on the Password Recovery section.

3. Tick the Enable box of Password Recovery.

4. Specify a mailbox (From) for sending the recovery letter and enter its SMTP Server address. Specify a mailbox (To) for receiving the recovery letter. If the “From” mailbox requires authentication, tick the Enable box for Authentication and enter its username and password.

5. Click SAVE.

To recover the login password, visit the router’s login page, click Forgot Password? and follow the instructions.

This feature limits client devices on your LAN from accessing the router.

1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in.

2. Go to Advanced > System > Administration and complete the settings In Local Management section as needed.

• Access the router via HTTPS and HTTP: Tick the Enable box of Local Management via HTTPS to access the router via HTTPS and HTTP, or keep it disabled to access the router only via HTTP.

• Allow all LAN connected devices to manage the router: Select All Devices for Local Managers.

• Allow specific devices to manage the router: Select Specified Devices for Local Managers, click Add Device, then select a device from the list or enter its MAC address manually.

This feature allows you to manage the router from the internet.

1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in.

2. Go to Advanced > System > Administration and complete the settings in Remote Management section.

Forbid all devices to manage the router remotely:

Do not tick the Enable checkbox of Remote Management.

Allow all devices to manage the router remotely:

1. Tick the Enable checkbox of Remote Management.

2. Keep the HTTPS and HTTP port as default settings or enter a value between 1024 and 65535.

3. Select All Devices for Remote Managers.

4. Click SAVE.

Allow a specific device to manage the router remotely:

1. Tick the Enable checkbox of Remote Management.

2. Keep the HTTPS and HTTP port as default settings or enter a value between 1024 and 65535.

3. Select Specified Device for Remote Managers.

4. In the Only this IP Address field, enter the IP address of the remote device to manage the router.

5. Click SAVE.

You can save the system log to send to technical support for troubleshooting.

To save the system log locally:

1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in.

2. Go to Advanced > System > System Log.

3. Choose the type and level of the system logs as needed.

4. In the Save Log section, click SAVE TO LOCAL to save the system logs to a local disk.

To send the system log to a mailbox at a fixed time:

1. Go to Advanced > System Tools > System Log.

2. In the Save Log section, click MAIL LOG.

3. Enter the required information: Email From, Username, Email Password, SMTP Server, Email To.

4. Select Mail Log Automatically and choose the Frequency.

5. Click SAVE.

Diagnostics is used to test connectivity between the router and another host.

1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in.

2. Go to Advanced > System > Diagnostics.

3. Enter the information:

1 ) Choose Ping or Traceroute as the diagnostic tool.

• Ping tests connectivity and measures round-trip time.

• Traceroute displays the route (path) to reach the host and measures transit delays.

2 ) Enter the IP Address or Domain Name of the tested host.

3 ) Modify the Ping Count and Ping Packet Size if needed (default is recommended).

4 ) If you chose Traceroute, you can modify the Traceroute Max TTL (default is recommended).

4. Click START to begin the diagnostics.

1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in.

2. Go to Advanced > System > Time & Language.

To get time from the internet:

1. Enable 24-Hour Time if you want.

2. In the Set Time field, select Get from Internet.

3. Select your local Time Zone from the drop-down list.

4. (Optional) Enter your desired NTP Server I and NTP Server II addresses.

5. Click SAVE.

To get time from your computer:

1. In the Set Time field, select Get from Managing Device.

2. The time of your computer will then be displayed. Click SAVE.

To manually set the date and time:

1. In the Set Time field, select Manually.

2. Set the current Date (MM/DD/YYYY) and Time (HH/MM/SS).

3. Click SAVE.

To set Daylight Saving Time:

1. Tick the Enable box of Daylight Saving Time.

2. Select the correct Start and End date and time for your local time zone.

3. Click SAVE.

To Set System Language:

Select the language from the dropdown list, then click Save.

The Scheduled Reboot feature cleans the cache to enhance performance.

1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in.

2. Go to Advanced > System > Reboot.

3. Tick the Enable box of Reboot Schedule.

4. Specify the Reboot Time and how often to Repeat (e.g., Every Week).

5. Click SAVE.

You can enable the Night Mode feature to specify a time period during which the LEDs are off.

1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in.

2. Go to Advanced > System > LED Control.

3. Enable Night Mode.

4. Specify the LED off time, and the LEDs will be off during this period every day.

5. Click SAVE.

Keep the device away from water, fire, humidity or hot environments.

Do not attempt to disassemble, repair, or modify the device. If you need service, please contact us.

Do not use damaged charger or USB cable to charge the device.

Do not use any other chargers than those recommended.

Do not use the device where wireless devices are not allowed.

Adapter shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.

Use only power supplies which are provided by manufacturer and in the original packing of this product. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us.

This product uses radios and other components that emit electromagnetic fields. Electromagnetic fields and magnets may interfere with pacemakers and other implanted medical devices. Always keep the product and its power adapter more than 15 cm (6 inches) away from any pacemakers or other implanted medical devices. If you suspect your product is interfering with your pacemaker or any other implanted medical device, turn off your product and consult your physician for information specific to your medical device.

Operating Temperature: 0℃~40℃