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User Guide AX3000 Gigabit Wi-Fi 6 Router Archer AX50 REV1.0.0 1910012590
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Setup Wizard 14 4. 2. Quick Setup Via TP-Link Tether App 14 4. 3. Manually Set Up Your Internet Connection 15 4. 4. Set Up the Router as an Access Point 19 4. 5. Set Up an IPv6 Internet Connection 20 Chapter 5. TP-Link Cloud Service 24 5. 1. Register a TP-Link ID 25 5. 2. Change Your TP-Link
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Your Network Settings 61 12. 1. Change the LAN Settings 62 12. 2. Set Up Link Aggregation 62 12. 3. Configure to Support IPTV Service 63 12. 4. Specify DHCP Server Settings 64 12. 5. Set Up a Dynamic DNS Service Account 65 12. 6. Create Static Routes 67 12. 7. Specify Wireless Settings 69 12
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Firmware 79 13. 4. 1.Online Upgrade 79 13. 4. 2.Manual Upgrade 80 13. 4. 3.Restore Interrupted Upgrade After Power Failure 80 13. 5. Backup and Restore Configuration Settings 81 13. 6. Set the Router to Reboot Regularly 82 13. 7. Change the Administrator Account 83 13. 8. Password Recovery
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*Use of 1024-QAM requires clients to also support those functions. More Info The latest software, management app and utility can be found at Download Center at https://www.tp-link.com/support. The Quick Installation Guide can be found where you find this guide or inside the package of the router. 1
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can be found on the product page at https://www.tp-link.com. The TP-Link Community is provided for you to discuss our products at https://community.tp-link.com. Our Technical Support contact information can be found at the Contact Technical Support page at https://www.tp-link.com/support. 2
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Chapter 1 Get to Know About Your Router This chapter introduces what the router can do and shows its appearance. It chapter contains the following sections: • Product Overview • Appearance
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compatible with 802.11a/b/g/n/ac. Moreover, it is simple and convenient to set up and use the TP-Link router due to its intuitive web interface and the powerful Tether app. 1. 2. Appearance 1. 2. 1. Top Panel The router's LEDs (view from left to right) are located on the front. You can check the
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The system is starting up or the firmware is being upgraded. Do not disconnect or power off your router. WPS connection is in process. Off service is available. (Internet) Orange On The router's WAN port is connected, but the internet service is not available. Off The router's WAN port
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router. WAN Port For connecting to a DSL/Cable modem, or an Ethernet jack. LAN Ports (1/2/3/4) For connecting your PC or other wired devices to the router. USB Port of your router. Reset Button Press and hold the button until all LEDs turn on to reset the router to its factory default settings.
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Chapter 2 Connect the Hardware This chapter contains the following sections: • Position Your Router • Connect Your Router
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antennas vertically. Follow the steps below to connect your router. If your internet connection is through an Ethernet cable directly from the wall instead of through a DSL / Cable / Satellite modem, connect the Ethernet cable to the router's WAN port, and then follow steps 3 and 4 to complete the
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-Fi TP-Link_XXXX TP-Link_XXXX_5G CHOOSE A NETWORK... OR TP-Link_XXXX Connect automatically Connect TP-Link_XXXX_5G Other... • 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
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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 . 2 ) Within two minutes, press the WPS button on your router. WLAN On TP-Link MyHome David HomeNetwork TP-Link_Home TP-Link_Router Test close to 10
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Chapter 3 Log In to Your Router
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Firefox or Apple Safari. Follow the steps below to log in to your router. 1. Set up the TCP/IP Protocol in Obtain an IP address automatically mode on • If you have registered a TP-Link ID and bound your cloud router to it, the login password you created here will be invalid. Please log in to
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, you can also set up an IPv6 connection if your ISP provides IPv6 service. It contains the following sections: • Use Quick Setup Wizard • Quick Setup Via TP-Link Tether App • Manually Set Up Your Internet Connection • Set Up the Router as an Access Point • Set Up an IPv6 Internet Connection
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.net, and log in with the password you set for the router. 2. Click Quick Setup on the top of the page. 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
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setup and connect to the internet. 4. Connect your devices to the newly configured wireless networks of the router and enjoy the internet! Note: To enjoy a more complete service from TP-Link, register and bind your TP-Link ID to the router. 4. 3. Manually . 4. Follow the instructions on the page to
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Chapter 4 Set Up Internet Connection 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. 17
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ISP. Different parameters are needed according to the Secondary Connection you have chosen. 5 ) If you choose PPTP, enter the username and password, and choose the Secondary Connection provided by your ISP. Different parameters are needed according to the Secondary Connection you have chosen. 18
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take 1-2 minutes to make the settings valid. Tips: • If your internet connection type is BigPond Cable, please go to Advanced > Network > Internet to set your router. 19
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section for further instructions. 4. 4. Set Up the Router as an Access Point 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
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, such as NAT Forwarding, are not supported in the Access Point mode. • Functions, such as Guest Network, are the same as those in the Router mode. 4. 5. 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
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Chapter 4 Set Up Internet Connection Tips: If you do not know what your internet connection type is, contact your ISP or judge according to the already known information provided by your ISP. 4. Fill in information as required by different connection types. Red blanks must be filled in. 1 ) Static
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Set Up Internet Connection 3 ) PPPoE: By default, the router uses the IPv4 account to connect to the IPv6 connections, please untick the PPPoE same session with IPv4 connection checkbox and manually enter the username and password for the IPv6 connection. 4 ) 6to4 Tunnel: An IPv4 internet
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Chapter 4 Set Up Internet Connection 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. Tips: Find Help
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Cloud will notify you when an important firmware upgrade is available. Surely you can also manage multiple TP-Link Cloud devices with a single TP-Link ID. This chapter introduces how to register a new TP-Link ID, bind or unbind TP-Link IDs to manage your router, and the Tether app with which you
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5 TP-Link Cloud Service 5. 1. Register a TP-Link ID 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 Basic > TP-Link Cloud. 3. Click Register Now and follow the instructions
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Chapter 5 TP-Link Cloud Service • To change your password: 1. Click behind the Password. 2. Enter the current password, then a new password twice. And click Save. 5. 3. Manage the User TP-Link IDs The TP-Link ID used to log in to the router for the first time will be automatically bound as the
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5 TP-Link Cloud Service • Add/remove other TP-Link IDs to/from the router. 5. 3. 1. Add TP-Link ID to Manage the Router 1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID. 2. Go to Basic > TP-Link Cloud, and focus on the Bound Accounts section. 3. Click , enter another TP-Link ID
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the Tether app, select the model of your router and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password your set for the router. 4. Manage your router as needed. Note: If you need to remotely access your router from your smart devices, you need: • Log in with your TP-Link ID. If you don't have one, refer to
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Chapter 6 Guest Network This function allows you to provide Wi-Fi access for guests without disclosing your main network. When you have guests in your house, apartment, or workplace, you can create a guest network for them. In addition, you can customize guest network options to ensure network
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log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router. 2. Go to Advanced manually input the SSID for guest network access. 3 ) Select the Security type. • If No security is selected, no password is needed to access your guest network. • If WAP/WPA2-Personal is selected, keep the default
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Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router. 2. Go to Advanced > Guest Network. Locate 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.
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Chapter 7 USB Settings This chapter describes how to use the USB ports to share files and media from the USB storage devices over your home network locally, or remotely through the internet. The router supports USB external flash drives and hard drives. It contains the following sections: • Access
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Locally Insert your USB storage device into the router's USB port and then refer to the following table to access files stored on your USB storage device. • Method 1: Go to Computer > Network, then click the Network Server Name (TPSHARE by default
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2 ) Type the server address smb://tplinkwifi.net. 3 ) Click Connect. Mac 4 ) When prompted, select the Guest radio box. (If you have set up a username and a password to deny anonymous access to the USB disks, you should select the Registered User radio box. To learn how to set up an account for
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internet. Follow the steps below to configure remote access settings. 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 Sharing > USB Storage Device > Access Address page. 3. Tick the FTP (Via Internet) checkbox, and then
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a Dynamic DNS Service Account to learn how to set up a domain name for you router. 7. 1. 3. Customize the Access Settings By default, all the network on the router's web management page. 1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router. 2. Go
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select specific folders that you want to share and click Save. All folders are shared by default. Tips: The Share icon appears in the Devices Settings section when more than 5 volumes are connected to the router. You can click the Share icon to disable volumes you don't need to share. • To Set
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may cause the following problems: • If the sharing password is also the same as the Windows password, authentication will not 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.
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Tablet • Use a third-party DLNA-supported player. 7. 3. Time Machine 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
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Chapter 7 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. USB Settings 41
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Chapter 8 HomeCare - Parental Controls, QoS, Anti-Virus TP-Link HomeCareTM powered by Trend MicroTM provides a kit of features to help you create a personalized network that caters for the whole family. You can ensure appropriate
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for infected devices. An active database protects every connected device from external threats. Download the TP-Link Tether app to enjoy HomeCareTM services: 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. OR 43
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Chapter 9 Network Security This chapter guides you on how to protect your home network from cyber attacks and unauthorized users by implementing these three network security functions. You can block or
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and validates the traffic that is passing through the router based on the protocol. This function is enabled by default. 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 > Security > Firewall. 3. It's recommended to keep
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Chapter 9 1 ) Select Blacklist and click Save. Network Security 2 ) Select the device(s) to be blocked in the Online Devices table by ticking the checkbox(es). 3 ) Click Block above the Online Devices table. The selected devices will be added to Devices in Blacklist automatically. • To allow
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to: Prevent ARP spoofing and ARP attacks. How can I do that? 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 > Security > IP & MAC Binding. 3. Enable IP & MAC Binding. 4. Bind your device(s) according to your need. • To bind
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problem that an external host cannot initiatively communicate with a specified device on the local network. With the forwarding feature the router can TP-Link router supports four forwarding rules. If two or more rules are set, the priority of implementation from high to low is Virtual Servers, Port
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Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router. 3. Go to Advanced > NAT Forwarding > Virtual Servers. 4. Click Add. Click View Existing Services and select HTTP. The External Port, Internal Port and Protocol will be automatically filled in. Enter
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MSN Gaming Zone, Dialpad and Quick Time 4 players, etc. Follow the steps below to configure the Port Triggering rules: 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 > NAT Forwarding > Port Triggering and click Add. 50
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. • If the application you need is not listed in the Existing Applications list, please enter the parameters manually. You should verify the external ports the application uses first and enter them into External Port field according to the format the page displays. 10. 3. Make Applications Free from
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solve this problem, set your PC as a DMZ host with all ports open. How can I do that? 1. Assign a static IP address to your PC, for example 192.168.0.100. 2. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router. 3. Go to Advanced > NAT Forwarding > DMZ
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without a hitch. LAN WAN Internet XBOX Router If necessary, you can follow the steps to change the status of UPnP. 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 > NAT Forwarding > UPnP and toggle on or off according
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way through internet when you are out of home. The router offers two ways to setup VPN connection: OpenVPN and PPTP (Point to Point Tunneling its speed is faster, it's compatible with most operating systems and also supports mobile devices. Its security is poor and your packets may be cracked easily
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with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router. 2. Go to Advanced > VPN Server > OpenVPN, and select Enable VPN Server. Note: • Before you enable VPN Server, we recommend you configure Dynamic DNS Service (recommended) or assign a static IP address for router's WAN port and synchronize
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device. Please follow the steps below to set up a PPTP VPN connection. Step 1. Set up PPTP VPN Server on 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 > VPN Server > PPTP VPN, and select Enable VPN Server. 56
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Note: Before you enable VPN Server, we recommend you configure Dynamic DNS Service (recommended) or assign a static IP address for router's WAN port and synchronize your System Time with internet. 3. In the Client IP Address filed, enter the range of IP addresses (up to 10) that can be leased to the
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Chapter 11 VPN Server 1 ) Click Add. 2 ) Enter the Username and Password to authenticate devices to the PPTP VPN Server. 3 ) Click OK. Step 2. Configure PPTP VPN Connection on Your Remote Device The remote device can use the
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Chapter 11 VPN Server 4. Select Use my Internet connection (VPN). 5. Enter the internet IP address of the router (for example: 218.18.1.73) in the Internet address field. Click Next. 59
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Chapter 11 VPN Server 6. Enter the User name and Password you have set for the PPTP VPN server on your router, and click Connect. 7. The PPTP VPN connection is created and ready to use. 60
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Chapter 11 VPN Server 61
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Network Settings This chapter guides you on how to configure advanced network features. It contains the following sections: • Change the LAN Settings • Set Up Link Aggregation • Configure to Support IPTV Service • Specify DHCP Server Settings • Set Up a Dynamic DNS Service Account • Create Static
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it. 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 > 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. Note: If you have set the Virtual
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12. 3. Configure to Support IPTV Service I want to: Configure IPTV setup to enable Internet/IPTV/Phone service provided by my internet service provider (ISP). How can I do that? 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
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specified client devices. 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 > Network > DHCP Server. • To specify the IP address that the router assigns: 1. Tick the Enable DHCP Server checkbox. 2. Enter the starting and ending
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and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router. 2. Go to Advanced > Network > Dynamic DNS. 3. Select the DDNS Service Provider (TP-Link, NO-IP or DynDNS). It is recommended to select TP-Link so that you can enjoy TP-Link's superior DDNS service. Otherwise, please select NO-IP
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enjoy TP-Link's DDNS service, you have to log in with a TP-Link ID. If you have not logged in with one, click Log in. 4. Click Register in the Domain Name List if you have chosen TP-Link, and enter the Domain Name as needed. If you have chosen NO-IP or DynDNS, enter the username, password and
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Static Routes Static routing is a form of routing that is configured manually by a network administrator or a user by adding entries into a routing table. The manually-configured routing information guides the router in forwarding data packets to the specific destination. I want to: Visit multiple
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subnet. Disable Router B's DHCP function. 2. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for Router A. 3. sent to the LAN port of Router B and then to the Server, so the default gateway should be 192.168.0.2. • Interface: Determined by the port (WAN/LAN) that
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TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router. • To enable or disable the wireless function: 1. Go to Basic > Wireless. 2. The wireless radio is enabled by default when the settings are effective. Please write down the new SSID and password for future use. • To hide SSID: 1. Go to Basic >
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thus greatly improves speed and efficiency. Note: Only when your clients also support OFDMA can you fully enjoy the benefits. 1. Go to Advanced > 2. Enable Smart Connect. 3. Keep the default or set a new SSID and password, and click Save. This SSID and password will be applied both for 2.4GHz and
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you don't change the default settings unless necessary. If you Setup (WPS) provides an easier approach to set up a security-protected Wi-Fi connection. 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
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Note: PIN (Personal Identification Number) is an eight-character identification number preset to each router. WPS supported devices can connect to your router with the PIN. The default PIN is printed on the label of the router. 12. 8. 3. Connect via the Client's PIN Enter the PIN of your device and
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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 Off Time Schedule feature. 4. Click Add to specify a wireless
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for managing and maintaining your router. It contains the following sections: • Set Up System Time • Control LEDs • Test the Network Connectivity • Upgrade the Firmware • Backup and Restore Configuration Settings • Change the Administrator Account • Password Recovery • Local Management • Remote
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. You can choose the way to obtain the system time 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 Advanced > System Tools > Time Settings. Tips: You can toggle on to enable 24-Hour Time feature before configuration, which
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Chapter 13 Manage the Router • To manually set the date and time: 1. In the Set Time field, select Manually. 2. Set the current Date (In MM/DD/YYYY format). 3. Set the current Time (In HH/MM/SS format). 4. Click Save. • To set up Daylight Saving
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LEDs either from the web management page or by pressing the LED button. 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 Tools > LED Control. • To control LED: Toggle on LED Status to turn on the LED while toggle
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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 Tools > Diagnostics. TTL. It's recommended to keep the default value. The figure below indicates the proper connection between the router and the Yahoo server (www.Yahoo.com
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will inform you through the web management page if there's any update firmware available for your router. Also, the latest firmware will be released at the TP-Link official website www.tp-link.com, and you can download it from the Support page for free. Note: • Make sure you remove all attached USB
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Upgrade now, and log into the web management page with the username and password you set for the router. You will see the Firmware Upgrade page. 13. 4. 2. Manual Upgrade 1. Download the latest firmware file for the router from www.tp-link.com. 2. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your
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the Router 4. Click Browse and select the downloaded firmware file. 5. Click Upgrade and wait for a few minutes until the router completes reset the router to the default factory settings. 1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router. 2. Go
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. • After reset, you can still use the current login password or the TP-Link ID to log in to the web management page. • 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: • During the resetting
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the web management page, the account management feature will be disabled. To manage the TP-Link ID, go to Basic > TP-Link Cloud. 1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with the password you set for the router. 2. Go to Advanced > System Tools > Administration and focus on the Account Management
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. To manage the TP-Link ID, go to Basic > TP-Link Cloud. 1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with the password you set for the router. 2. Go to Advanced > System Tools > Administration and focus on the Default Password Recovery section. 3. Tick the Enable Default Password Recovery checkbox
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Toggle off Access for All LAN Connected Devices. 2. Click Add. 3. Click Scan and select the device to manage the router from the Existing Devices list, or enter the MAC address of the device manually. 4. Specify a Description for this entry. 5. Tick the Enable This Entry checkbox. 6. Click OK. 86
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11. System Log When the router does not work normally, you can save the system log and send it to the technical support for troubleshooting. • To save the system log locally: 1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router. 2. Go to Advanced > System
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would be great if the system logs could be sent to my mailbox at 8 a.m. every day. 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 Tools > System Log. 3. Click Mail Settings. 4. Enter the information required: 88
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and WLAN sent and received packets, allowing you to monitor the volume of internet traffic statistics. 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 Tools > Traffic Monitor. 89
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Chapter 13 Manage the Router 3. Toggle on Traffic Monitor, and then you can monitor the traffic to keep the default settings if you are not sure of the proper ones in the case. 1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router. 2. Go to
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Interval - Enter a value between 40 and 1000 to determine the duration between beacon packets that are broadcasted by the router to synchronize the wireless network. The default is 100 milliseconds. • RTS Threshold - Enter a value between 1 and 2346 to determine the packet size of data transmission
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log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router. 2. Go to Advanced > System Tools > System Parameters. Focus on NAT section. 3. NAT feature is enable by default and it's highly recommended. If you disable it, you may have no access to the internet and NAT Forwarding will not take
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Chapter 14 Work with Alexa This chapter will show you how to configure your router to work with Alexa.
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or the password you set for the router. 2. Go to Advanced > Smart Life Assistant. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions on the Alexa section to set up smart control of your router. ≡ Or download TP-Link Tether app, open it and tap the icon, then select Smart Life Assistants to complete the setup. 94
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. Q2. What should I do if I forget my web management password? • If you are using a TP-Link ID to log in, or you have enabled the Password Recovery feature of the router, click Forgot password on the login page and then follow the instructions to reset it. • Alternatively, press and hold the Reset
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4 ) Click LAN settings and deselect the following three options and click OK. 5 ) Go to Advanced > Restore advanced settings, click OK to save the settings. 96
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the technical support. Note: You'll need to reconfigure the router to surf the internet once the router is reset. Q4. What should I do if I can't access the internet even though the configuration is finished? 1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set
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your modem and router, and leave them off for 1 minute. 2 ) Power on your modem first, and wait about 2 minutes until it gets a solid cable or Internet light. 3 ) Power on the router. 4 ) Wait another 1 or 2 minutes and check the internet access. • Reset the router to factory default settings and
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the modem is proper. • Clone the MAC address of your computer. 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 > Network > Internet and focus on the MAC Clone section. 3 ) Choose an option as needed (enter the MAC address
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of the router. Note: Most TP-Link routers use 192.168.0.1/192.168.1.1 as their default LAN IP address, which may conflict with the IP range of your existing ADSL modem/router. If so, the router is not able to communicate with your modem and you can't access the internet. To resolve this problem, we
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router again. • Please upgrade the firmware of the router. If you've tried every method above but still cannot access the internet, please contact the technical support somehow. 2 ) Click Troubleshoot and windows might be able to fix the problem by itself. • On TP-Link Utility, for example). 101
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click on Start button and make sure the Service status is Started. And then click OK. your wireless router/modem. • Make sure your computer/device is still in the range of your router/modem. , please follow the steps below: • Authenticating problem/password mismatch: 1 ) Sometimes you will be asked
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Security Key. 3 ) If it continues to show note of Network Security Key Mismatch, it is suggested to confirm the wireless password of your wireless router. Note: Wireless Password/Network Security Key is case sensitive. • Windows unable to connect to XXXX / Can not join this network / Taking longer
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COPYRIGHT & TRADEMARKS Specifications are subject to change without notice. is a registered trademark of TP-Link Technologies Co., Ltd. Other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. No part of the specifications may be reproduced
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AX3000 Gigabit Wi-Fi 6 Router Model Number: Archer AX50 Component Name I.T.E. Power Model GQ24-120200-AU Responsible party: TP-Link USA Corporation, d/b/a TP-Link North America, Inc. Address: 145 South State College Blvd. Suite 400, Brea, CA 92821 Website: http://www.tp-link the instructions, may
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co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter." We, TP-Link USA Corporation, has determined that the equipment shown as above has been shown if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,
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changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. We, TP-Link USA Corporation, has determined that the equipment shown as above has been shown to comply with the applicable technical standards, FCC part
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(23dBm) 5470 MHz -5725 MHz (30dBm) EU declaration of conformity TP-Link hereby declares that the device is in compliance with the essential requirements The original EU declaration of conformity may be found at https://www.tp-link.com/en/ce RF Exposure Information This device meets the EU
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1. This device may not cause interference. 2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. L'émetteur/récepteur exempt de licence contenu dans le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Innovation, Sciences et Développement é
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Korea Warning Statements: NCC Notice & BSMI Notice: 注意！ 4.7.9.1 4.7.9.2 Pb Cd Hg 六價鉻 CrVI PBB PBDE PCB ○○ ○ ○ ○ ○ 外殼 ○○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ 備考1. 超出0.1 wt 0.01 wt 備考2 備考3 110
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Safety Information • Keep the device away from water, fire, humidity or hot environments. • Do not attempt to disassemble, repair, or modify the device. • 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

Section	Page
About This Guide	5
Get to Know About Your Router	7
1. 1. Product Overview	8
1. 2. Appearance	8
1. 2. 1. Top Panel	8
1. 2. 2. The Back Panel	9
Connect the Hardware	11
2. 1. Position Your Router	12
2. 2. Connect Your Router	12
Log In to Your Router	15
Set Up Internet Connection	17
4. 1. Use Quick Setup Wizard	18
4. 2. Quick Setup Via TP-Link Tether App	18
4. 3. Manually Set Up Your Internet Connection	19
4. 4. Set Up the Router as an Access Point	23
4. 5. Set Up an IPv6 Internet Connection	24
TP-Link Cloud Service	28
5. 1. Register a TP-Link ID	29
5. 2. Change Your TP-Link ID Information	29
5. 3. Manage the User TP-Link IDs	30
5. 3. 1. Add TP-Link ID to Manage the Router	31
5. 3. 2. Remove TP-Link ID(s) from Managing the Router	31
5. 4. Manage the Router via the TP-Link Tether App	32
Guest Network	33
6. 1. Create a Network for Guests	34
6. 2. Customize Guest Network Options	35
USB Settings	36
7. 1. Access the USB Storage Device	37
7. 1. 1. Access the USB Device Locally	37
7. 1. 2. Access the USB Device Remotely	38
7. 1. 3. Customize the Access Settings	40
7. 2. Media Sharing	42
7. 3. Time Machine	43
HomeCare – Parental Controls, QoS, Anti-Virus	45
Network Security	47
9. 1. Firewall	48
9. 2. Access Control	48
9. 3. IP & MAC Binding	50
NAT Forwarding	51
10. 1. Share Local Resources on the Internet by Virtual Servers	52
10. 2. Open Ports Dynamically by Port Triggering	53
10. 3. Make Applications Free from Port Restriction by DMZ	54
10. 4. Make Xbox Online Games Run Smoothly by UPnP	55
VPN Server	57
11. 1. Use OpenVPN to Access Your Home Network	58
11. 2. Use PPTP VPN to Access Your Home Network	59
Customize Your Network Settings	65
12. 1. Change the LAN Settings	66
12. 2. Set Up Link Aggregation	66
12. 3. Configure to Support IPTV Service	67
12. 4. Specify DHCP Server Settings	68
12. 5. Set Up a Dynamic DNS Service Account	69
12. 6. Create Static Routes	71
12. 7. Specify Wireless Settings	73
12. 8. Use WPS for Wireless Connection	75
12. 8. 1. Push the WPS Button	76
12. 8. 2. Connect via the Router’s PIN	76
12. 8. 3. Connect via the Client’s PIN	76
12. 9. Schedule Your Wireless Function	77
Manage the Router	78
13. 1. Set Up System Time	79
13. 2. Control LEDs	81
13. 3. Test the Network Connectivity	81
13. 4. Upgrade the Firmware	83
13. 4. 1. Online Upgrade	83
13. 4. 2. Manual Upgrade	84
13. 4. 3. Restore Interrupted Upgrade After Power Failure	84
13. 5. Backup and Restore Configuration Settings	85
13. 6. Set the Router to Reboot Regularly	86
13. 7. Change the Administrator Account	87
13. 8. Password Recovery	87
13. 9. Local Management	88
13. 10. Remote Management	90
13. 11. System Log	90
13. 12. Monitor the Internet Traffic Statistics	92
13. 13. System Parameters	93
13. 13. 1. 2.4GHz/5GHz Wireless	93
13. 13. 2. NAT	95
13. 13. 3. Internet Port Negotiation Speed Setting	95
13. 14. Log Out	95
Work with Alexa	96

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