TP-Link ER605 V2 Wired Gigabit VPN Router Installation Guide
- October 30, 2023
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TP-Link ER605 V2 Wired Gigabit VPN Router
LED Explanation
Power/PWR
- On: Power on
- Off: Power off
USB (for ER605)
- On: Connecting to a USB device
- Off: No USB device connected
- Flashing: Identifying the connected device.
System/SYS
- Flashing: The system running normally
- On/Off: System running abnormally
Link/Act (for ER605) | SFP WAN (for ER7206)
- On: Connecting to a device but no activity
- Off: No device connected to the corresponding port
- Flashing: Transmitting or receiving data
Link/Act and 1000Mbps (for ER7206)
Note: For simplicity, we take ER605 as an example throughout this Guide.
Connection
Configuration
The router supports two configuration options:
- Standalone Mode: Configure and manage the router singly.
- Controller Mode: Configure and manage the network devices centrally. It is recommended in the large-scale network, which consists of mass devices such as access points, switches, and gateways.
Note: When the router is managed by a controller, configurations of the router will be overridden by the controller.
Standalone Mode
In Standalone Mode, use a computer to configure and manage the router.
- Connect a computer to a LAN port of the router with an RJ45 cable properly. If your computer is configured with a fixed IP, change it to Obtain an IP address automatically.
- Open a web browser and type the default management address 192.168.0.1 in the address field of the browser, then press the Enter key.
- Create a username and a password for subsequent login attempts and for security.
- Use the username and password set above to log in to the webpage.
- After a successful login, you can configure the function by clicking the setup menu on the left side of the screen.
For detailed configurations, refer to the User Guide of the router. The guide can be found on the download center of our official website: https://www.tp- link.com/support/download/.
Controller Mode
Choose from the following two types of Omada Controller:
Type1: Via Omada Hardware Controller (OC200/OC300)
Omada Hardware Controller (OC200/OC300) is a good alternative if you have no
spare PC to keep running Omada Software Controller in the network. It needs to
be purchased additionally. For more details, refer to the Installation Guide
of OC200/OC300.
- As Omada Hardware Controller gets its IP address from the DHCP server of the router, we don’t know its IP address explicitly. However, we can find it on the router’s DHCP client list.
- a. You need first to find the IP address of the router. Open the command line on your PC and enter ipconfig. In the result list, find the Default Gateway, which is also the IP address of the router.
- b. Launch a web browser and enter the IP address of the router. Create a username and password, and log into the router’s web page. Then go to Network > LAN > DHCP Client List to find the IP address of your controller according to its MAC address.
- c. Enter the IP address of your controller in the address bar to open its web page.
- On the Omada Controller’s web page, follow the wizard to complete the quick setup.
- After the quick setup, the login page appears. Enter the username and password you have created and click Log in. Then you can further configure the controller.
- (For Remote Management) You can remotely access and manage your controller via Omada Cloud Service.
- a. Make sure that Cloud Access is enabled on your controller. By default, Cloud Access is enabled. Make sure that the Cloud LED is flashing slowly.
- b. Launch a web browser and enter https://omada.tplinkcloud.com in the address bar. Enter your TP-Link ID and password to log in. Click + Add Controller and choose Hardware Controller to add your controller. Then you can further configure the controller.
Omada App
With Omada App, you can also manage your controller at a local site or a remote site via your mobile device.
Type2: Via Omada Software Controller
Omada Software Controller is free software for centralized management. To
centrally manage your devices, Omada Software Controller needs to keep running
on your computer.
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1. On a PC with Windows OS or Linux OS, download the Omada Software Controller installation file from https://www.tp-link.com/support/download/omada-software-controller/.
Note: To download Omada Software Controller successfully, it is recommended to configure the router’s network to access the internet. Refer to Standalone Mode to launch the management page and go to Network > WAN to complete the configuration. -
Run the file and follow the wizard to install the Omada Software Controller.
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Launch the Omada Software Controller and follow the step-by-step instructions to complete the Quick Setup. After the wizard is finished, a login screen will appear.
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Enter the username and password you created and click Log in. Then you can further configure the network.
Omada Cloud Portal
After installing Omada Software Controller, you can remotely access the controller through Omada Cloud Portal. Follow the steps below.- a. Enable Cloud Access on the setting page on the controller and bind a TP-Link ID to your controller. If you have configured this in the setup wizard, skip the step.
- b. Launch a web browser and enter https://omada.tplinkcloud.com in the address bar.
- c. Enter your TP-Link ID and password to log in. A list of controllers that have been bound with your TP-Link ID will appear. Then you can click Launch to further configure the controller.
Support
For detailed configurations, refer to the User Guide of the controller. The
guide can be found on the download center of our official website:
https://www.tp-link.com/support/download/.
To ask questions, find answers, and communicate with TP-Link users or
engineers, please visit https://community.tp-link.com to join TP-Link
Community.
For technical support and other information, please visit https://www.tp-
link.com/support, or simply scan the QR code.
If you have any suggestions or needs on the product guides,
welcome to email [email protected].
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 a damaged charger or USB cable to charge the device.
- Do not use any other chargers than those recommended.
- The adapter shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.
- Place the device with its bottom surface downward.
EU Declaration of Conformity
TP-Link hereby declares that the device is in compliance with the essential
requirements and other relevant provisions of directives 2014/30/EU,
2014/35/EU, 2009/125/EC, 2011/65/EU, and (EU)2015/863.
The original EU Declaration of Conformity may be found at https://www.tp-
link.com/en/support/ce/.
UK Declaration of Conformity
TP-Link hereby declares that the device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the Electromagnetic Compatibility Regulations 2016 and Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016. The original UK Declaration of Conformity may be found at https://www .tp-link.com/support/ukca/.
FAQ’s
Can I set up a VPN server using the TP-Link ER605 V2 router?
Yes, the TP-Link ER605 V2 router supports VPN server functionality. You can configure it to act as a VPN server, enabling secure remote access to your network.
What are the dimensions of the TP-Link ER605 V2 router?
The dimensions of the TP-Link ER605 V2 router are approximately X inches (W) x X inches (D) x X inches (H).
Does the TP-Link ER605 V2 router support IPv4?
Yes, the TP-Link ER605 V2 router supports IPv4, the current widely used version of the Internet Protocol.
Can I connect a USB device to the TP-Link ER605 V2 router?
No, the TP-Link ER605 V2 router does not have a USB port for connecting external devices.
Does the TP-Link ER605 V2 router have a built-in wireless access point?
No, the TP-Link ER605 V2 router is a wired router and does not have a built-in wireless access point. It is designed specifically for wired connections.
Can I set up a VPN tunnel between two TP-Link ER605 V2 routers?
Yes, you can set up a VPN tunnel between two TP-Link ER605 V2 routers using the supported VPN protocols. This allows secure communication between two separate networks.
Does the TP-Link ER605 V2 router support static routing?
Yes, the TP-Link ER605 V2 router supports static routing. You can manually configure static routes to direct network traffic based on your specific requirements.
What is the default IP address and login credentials for the TP-Link ER605 V2 router?
Can I set up a VPN connection using the TP-Link ER605 V2 router to connect to my office network remotely?
Yes, you can set up a VPN connection using the TP-Link ER605 V2 router to establish a secure remote connection to your office network from a remote location.
Does the TP-Link ER605 V2 router support IPsec hardware acceleration?
Yes, the TP-Link ER605 V2 router supports IPsec hardware acceleration. This feature improves VPN performance by offloading the encryption and decryption tasks to dedicated hardware.
Can I use the TP-Link ER605 V2 router with my existing modem?
Yes, the TP-Link ER605 V2 router can be used with your existing modem. You can connect the WAN port of the router to the LAN port of your modem to establish an internet connection.
Can I set up a site-to-site VPN connection using the TP-Link ER605 V2 router?
Yes, the TP-Link ER605 V2 router supports site-to-site VPN connections. This allows you to establish a secure VPN tunnel between two different networks, such as connecting multiple office locations.
Is the TP-Link ER605 V2 router compatible with third-party VPN clients?
Yes, the TP-Link ER605 V2 router is compatible with third-party VPN clients that support the IPsec, PPTP, or L2TP protocols.
Can I configure bandwidth limits for specific devices or applications with the TP-Link ER605 V2 router?
Yes, the TP-Link ER605 V2 router supports bandwidth control. You can configure bandwidth limits for specific devices or applications to allocate network resources according to your preferences.
Does the TP-Link ER605 V2 router support IPv6 tunneling protocols like 6to4 or 6in4?
Yes, the TP-Link ER605 V2 router supports IPv6 tunneling protocols such as 6to4 and 6in4, allowing IPv6 traffic to pass through IPv4 networks.
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