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Chapter 15 Manage the Router 15. 1. Upgrade the Firmware TP-Link aims at providing better network experience for users. We 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: • Backup your router configuration before firmware upgrade. • Do NOT turn off the router during the firmware upgrade. 15. 1. 1. Auto Update 1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router. 2. Enable Auto Update. 3. Specify the Update Time and save the settings. The router will update firmware automatically at the specified time when new version is available. 15. 1. 2. Online Upgrade 1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router. 2. When the latest firmware is available for your router, the upgrade icon will display in the top-right corner of the page. Click the icon to go to the Firmware Upgrade page. Alternatively, you can go to Advanced > System > Firmware Upgrade, and click CHECK FOR UPGRADES to see whether the latest firmware is released. 85

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. Back Panel	9
1. 2. 3. Side Panel	10
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	22
4. 5. Set Up an IPv6 Internet Connection	22
TP-Link Cloud Service	26
5. 1. Register a TP-Link ID	27
5. 2. Change Your TP-Link ID Information	27
5. 3. Manage the User TP-Link IDs	28
5. 3. 1. Add TP-Link ID to Manage the Router	29
5. 3. 2. Remove TP-Link ID(s) from Managing the Router	29
5. 4. Manage the Router via the TP-Link Tether App	30
Wireless Settings	31
6. 1. Specify Wireless Settings	32
6. 2. Schedule Your Wireless Function	34
6. 3. Use WPS for Wireless Connection	34
6. 3. 1. Connect via the Client’s PIN	35
6. 3. 2. Connect via the Router’s PIN	35
6. 3. 3. Push the WPS Button	35
6. 4. Advanced Wireless Settings	36
Guest Network	38
7. 1. Create a Network for Guests	39
7. 2. Customize Guest Network Options	40
USB Settings	41
8. 1. Access the USB Storage Device	42
8. 1. 1. Access the USB Device Locally	42
8. 1. 2. Access the USB Device Remotely	43
8. 1. 3. Customize the Access Settings	45
8. 2. Media Sharing	47
8. 3. Time Machine	48
HomeShield	50
9. 1. Network Security	51
9. 2. Parental Controls	51
9. 3. Network Analysis & Optimization	52
OneMesh with Seamless Roaming	54
10. 1. Set Up a OneMesh Network	55
10. 2. Manage Devices in the OneMesh Network	57
Network Security	59
11. 1. Protect the Network from Cyber Attacks	60
11. 2. Access Control	60
11. 3. IP & MAC Binding	62
NAT Forwarding	65
12. 1. Share Local Resources on the Internet by Port Forwarding	66
12. 2. Open Ports Dynamically by Port Triggering	68
12. 3. Make Applications Free from Port Restriction by DMZ	69
12. 4. Make Xbox Online Games Run Smoothly by UPnP	70
VPN Server	72
13. 1. Use OpenVPN to Access Your Home Network	73
13. 2. Use PPTP VPN to Access Your Home Network	74
Customize Your Network Settings	80
14. 1. Change the LAN Settings	81
14. 2. Configure to Support IPTV Service	81
14. 3. Specify DHCP Server Settings	83
14. 4. Set Up a Dynamic DNS Service Account	84
14. 5. Create Static Routes	85
Manage the Router	88
15. 1. Upgrade the Firmware	89
15. 1. 1. Auto Update	89
15. 1. 2. Online Upgrade	89
15. 1. 3. Local Upgrade	90
15. 2. Backup and Restore Configuration Settings	91
15. 3. Change the Login Password	92
15. 4. Password Recovery	93
15. 5. Local Management	94
15. 6. Remote Management	95
15. 7. System Log	97
15. 8. Test the Network Connectivity	99
15. 9. Set Up System Time	101
15. 10. Set the Router to Reboot Regularly	103
15. 11. Control the LED	104