tp-link M4 AC1200 Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi System User Guide
- June 9, 2024
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tp-link M4 AC1200 Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi System
About This Guide
This guide provides a brief introduction to Deco Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi System and the Deco app, as well as regulatory information. Please note that features of Deco may vary slightly depending on the model and software version you have, and on your location, language and internet service provider. All images, parameters and descriptions documented in this guide are used for demonstration only.
Conventions
In this guide, the following conventions are used:
More Info
- Specific product information can be found on the product page at https://www.tp-link.com.
- A Technical 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 Help center of the Deco app and the Contact Technical Support page at https://www.tplink.com/support.
Speed/Coverage/Device Quantity Disclaimer
Maximum wireless transmission rates are the physical rates derived from IEEE
Standard 802.11 specifications. Range, coverage, and maximum quantity of
connected devices are based on test results under normal usage conditions.
Actual wireless data throughput. wireless coverage, and quantity of connected
devices are not guaranteed and will vary as a result of 1) environmental
factors, including building materials, physical objects, and obstacles, 2)
network conditions, including local interference, volume and density of
traffic, product location, network complexity, and network overhead, and 3)
client limitations, including rated performance, location, connection quality,
and client condition.
MU-MIMO Disclaimer
Use of MU-MIMO requires clients to also support MU-MIMO.
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 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.
- Please read and follow the above safety information when operating the device. We cannot guarantee that no accidents or damage will occur due to improper use of the device. Please use this product with care and operate at your own risk.
Appearance
Each Deco has an LED that changes color according to its status, two RJ-45
Ethernet ports, a power slot, and a Reset button. See the explanation below
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Set Up Your Deco
Follow the steps below to set up your Deco Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi System.
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Download and install the Deco app
Scan the QR code below or go to Google Play or the Apple App Store to download the Deco app. Install the app on your Android or iOS smartphone or tablet .
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Log in or sign up with TP-Link ID
Open the app. Use your TP-Link ID to log in. If you don’t have a TP-Link ID, tap Sign Up. The Deco app will guide you through the rest.
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Connect Deco to your modem
Find and power off your modem. Connect your Deco to the modem and power them both on. If you don’t have a modem, connect the Ethernet outlet directly to your Deco.
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Select a location
Select a location for this Deco. If its location is not listed, you can create a new one by choosing Custom.
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Create your Wi-Fi network
Set a network name and a password. These will be the name and password you use to connect your devices to Wi-Fi.
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Add more Decos
You can add more Decos to expand Wi-Fi coverage. The app will guide you through the process of adding more Decos one by one.
Dashboard
After you successfully set up your Deco network, you will see the dashboard of
the Deco app. Here you can view the connected devices and their internet
speeds, tap the (Internet) icon to check the working status of all Decos, and
tap the icon to display more features.
Wi-Fi Settings
You can change the network name and password of your main network, create a
separate network for guests, and shake your device to share the network
details easily with family and friends.
Parental Controls
Create profiles for family members and specify the devices that belong to
them. Set individualized parental controls including when and for how long
each person can access the internet. Block inappropriate content and pause the
internet if necessary.
Advanced Features
Additional features are available under the Advanced menu. You can configure
and change settings according to your needs.
Update Decos
TP-Link is dedicated to improving product features and providing a better
customer experience. Update Deco when prompted in the Deco app.
Managers
Add friends and family members to help manage your Deco network. Each manager
should have their own TP-Link ID.
Authentication
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 in any form or by any means or used to
make any derivative such as translation, transformation, or adaptation without
permission from TP-Link Technologies Co., Ltd. Copyright © 2019 TP-Link
Technologies Co., Ltd. All rights reserved.
FCC Compliance Information Statement
- Product Name: AC1200 Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi System
- Model Number: Deco M4/M4R/E4/E4R/W2400
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.com/us/
Tel: +1 626 333 0234
Fax: +1 909 527 6803
E-mail: sales.usa@tp-link.com
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV technician for help.
- This device may not cause harmful interference.
- This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Note: The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modifications to this equipment. Such modifications could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement
This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment. This device and its antenna must not be co-located
or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. “To comply
with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, this grant is applicable to only
Mobile Configurations. The antennas used for this transmitter must be
installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons
and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna
or transmitter.”
FCC Compliance Information Statement
T120100-2B1 (for Deco E4/E4R/W2400)
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.com/us/
Tel: +1 626 333 0234
Fax: +1 909 527 6803
E-mail: sales.usa@tp-link.com
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV technician for help.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
- This device may not cause harmful interference.
- This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Any 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 15. There is no unauthorized change is made in the equipment and the equipment is properly maintained and operated.
CE Mark Warning
This is a class B product. In a domestic environment, this product may
cause radio interference, in which case the user may be required to take
adequate measures.
OPERATING FREQUENCY(the maximum transmitted power)
- 2412MHz—2483.5MHz (20dBm)
- 5150MHz—5250MHz (23dBm)
EU declaration of conformity
TP-Link hereby declares that the device is in compliance with the essential
requirements and other relevant provisions of directives 2014/53/EU,
2009/125/EC and 2011/65/EU. The original EU declaration of conformity may be
found at http://www.tp-link.com/en/ce
RF Exposure Information
This device meets the EU requirements (2014/53/EU Article 3.1a) on the
limitation of exposure of the general public to electromagnetic fields by way
of health protection. The device complies with RF specifications when the
device used at 20 cm from your body.
Attention: This device may only be used indoors in all EU member states
and EFTA countries.
Canadian Compliance Statement
This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
- This device may not cause interference, and
- This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
Caution:
- The device for operation in the band 5150–5250 MHz is only for indoor use to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel mobile satellite systems;
- For devices with detachable antenna(s), the maximum antenna gain permitted for devices in the band 5725-5850 MHz shall be such that the equipment still complies with the e.i.r.p. limits specified for point-to-point and non-point-to-point operation as appropriate; and The high-power radars are allocated as primary users (i.e. priority users) of the bands 5250-5350 MHz and 5650-5850 MHz and that these radars could cause interference and/or damage to LE-LAN devices.
Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with
minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body.
Explanation of the symbols on the product label
Documents / Resources
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References
- Link: Simple, secure one-click payments
- CE Regulatory Compliance | TP-Link
- WiFi Networking Equipment for Home & Business | TP-Link
- TP-Link Community
- WiFi Networking Equipment for Home & Business | TP-Link