tp-link 7106510102 Archer Wireless Dual-Band Router Installation Guide
- June 9, 2024
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tp-link 7106510102 Archer Wireless Dual-Band Router Installation Guide
Set up with videos:
Scan the QR code or visit https://www.tp-link.com/support/setup-video/#wi-
fi-routers to search for the
setup video of your product
Router Mode
- If your internet comes from an Ethernet outlet, connect the router’s WAN port to it, then follow step 4 and 5 to complete the hardware connection.
- If you want to configure this new router to extend your network, refer to the Access Point Mode and Range Extender Mode sections on the back
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Verify that the following LEDs stay solid on to confirm the hardware is connected correctly.
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Power On
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2.4GHz On
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5GHz On
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Internet On
Note: If the 2.4GHz LED and 5GHz LED are off, press and hold the WPS/Wi-
Fi button on the rear panel for about 5 seconds, then release the button. Both
LEDs will turn on
Configure the router
Connect your computer to the router (Wired or Wireless)
Wired
Turn off the Wi-Fi on your computer and connect it to the router via an Ethernet cable.
Wireless
A) Find the product label at the bottom of the router.
B) Use the default SSID (networkname) and wireless password to join the
network.
Tip: If you are using a smartphone or tablet, you can also scan the QR code to join the preset 2.4GHz network directly.
Launch a web browser, and enter http://tplinkwifi.net or http://192.168.0.1 in the address bar. Create a password to log in.
Note: If the login window does not appear, please refer to FAQ > Q1.
Run the Quick Setup, select Wireless Router and follow the step-by-step instructions to set up the internet connection.
Access Point Mode
In this mode, the router transforms your existing wired network to a wireless
one.
- A. Power on the router.
- B. Connect the router’s WAN port to your wired router’s Ethernet port via an Ethernet cable as shown above.
- C. Connect a computer to the router via an Ethernet cable or wirelessly by using the SSID (network name) and Wireless Password printed on the label at the bottom of the router.
- D. Launch a web browser and enter http://tplinkwifi.net in the address bar. Create a password to log in.
- E. Run the Quick Setup, select Access Point and follow the step-by-step instructions of the Quick Setup to set up the internet connection.
Tip: You can also go to Operation Mode to switch to Access Point Mode.
Connect to the wireless network by using the SSID (network name) and password of the route
Range Extender Mode
In this mode, the router boosts the existing wireless coverage in your home
Configure
- A. Place the router next to your host router and power it on.
- B. Connect a computer to the router via an Ethernet cable or wirelessly by using the SSID (network name) and Wireless Password printed on the label at the bottom of the router.
- C. Launch a web browser and enter http://tplinkwifi.net in the address bar. Create a password to log in.
- D. Run the Quick Setup, select Range Extender and follow the step-by-step instructions of the Quick Setup to set up the internet connection.
Tip: You can also go to Operation Mode to switch to Range Extender Mode.
Relocate
Place the router about halfway between your host router and the Wi-Fi “dead”
zone. The location you choose must be within the range of your existing host
network.
Tether App
TP-Link Tether app provides a simple, intuitive way to access and manage your router
Block unwelcome users from connecting to your network
Change the basic wireless network settings
View information about clients connected to your router
Set up Parental Controls with access time
How to begin?
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Download the TP-Link Tether app from the Apple App Store or Google Play, or simply scan the QR code.
Scan for Tether -
Launch the Tether app and log in with your TP-Link ID.
If you don’t have an account, create one first. -
Connect your device to the router’s wireless network.
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Go back to the Tether app, log into your router, and start managing your home network.
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
Q1. What can I do if the login window does not appear?
A1. Reboot your router and try again.
A2. If the computer is set to a static or fixed IP address, change the setting
to obtain an IP address automatically.
A3. Verify that http://tplinkwifi.net is correctly entered in the web browser.
Alternatively, enter http://192.168.0.1 or http://192.168.1.1 in the web
browser and press Enter.
A4. Use another web browser and try again.
A5. Disable then re-enable the network adapter being used.
Q2. What can I do if I cannot access the internet?
A1. Reboot your moden and router, then try again.
A2. Check if the internet is working properly by connecting a computer
directly to the modem using an Ethernet cable. If it is not, contact your
internet service provider.
A3. Log in to the web management page of the router, and go to the Status page
to check whether the WAN IP address is valid or not. If it is, please run the
Quick Setup again; otherwise, recheck the hardware connection.
A4. For cable modem users, log in to the web management page of the router. Go
to Network > MAC Clone, click Clone MAC Address and click Save, then reboot
both the modem and the router.
Q3. How do I restore the router to its factory default settings?
A1. While the router is powered on, press and hold the RESET button on the
rear panel of the router until all LEDs turn off, then release the button.
A2. Log in to the router’s web management page. Go to System Tools > Factory
Defaults, click Restore. The router will restore and reboot automatically.
Q4. What can I do if I forgot my web management password?
A. Refer to Q3 to reset the router, then create a new password to log in.
Q5. What can I do if I forgot my wireless network password?
A1. The default Wireless Password is printed on the product label of the
router.
A2. Connect a computer to the router via an Ethernet cable. Log in to the
router’s web management page, and go to Wireless 2.4GHz (or Wireless 5GHz) >
Wireless Security to obtain or reset your wireless password.
To communicate with TP-Link users or engineers, please join the TP-Link
Community at https://community.tp-link.com.
For technical support, replacement services, user guides, and other
information, please visit https://www.tp-link.com/support, or simply scan
the QR code.
Safety Information
- 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.