tp-link BE550 Tri-Band Wi-Fi 7 Router Installation Guide
- June 12, 2024
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tp-link BE550 Tri-Band Wi-Fi 7 Router
Product Information
The product is a wireless router called Archer BE550/BE9300 by TP-Link. It has a 2.5 Gbps WAN port for connecting to a modem and supports both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz wireless networks. The router has LED indicators to show its working status, and it also featuresphysical buttons for WPS, Wi-Fi, and LED control. Additionally, therouter is compatible with TP-Link HomeShield, which providespremium security services and features like network protection, quality of service (QoS), parental controls, and comprehensive reports.
Product Usage Instructions
Connect the Hardware
- Connect the powered-off modem to the router’s 2.5 Gbps WAN port with an Ethernet cable.
- Power on the modem and wait about 2 minutes for it to restart.
- Connect the power adapter to the router and press the Power button to turn it on.
Set Up the Network
Method ONE: Via the TP-Link Tether App
- Download the TP-Link Tether app from your app store.
- Open the Tether app and log in with your TP-Link ID. If you don’t have an account, create one first.
- In the Tether app, tap the button and select “Wireless Router > Archer BE550/BE9300”. Follow the steps to complete the setup and connect to the internet.
Method TWO: Via a Web Browser
- Connect your device to the router wirelessly or with an Ethernet cable using the provided SSID and password printed on the label at the back of the router.
- 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.
- Follow the step-by-step instructions to set up the internet connection and register for the TP-Link Cloud service.
LED Explanation
The LED indicators on the router have different meanings:
- Cycling: The system is starting up or the router is being upgraded. Do not disconnect or power off your router.
- Solid (All LEDs): The router is working normally.
- Blinking (Top 10 LEDs): Establishing a WPS connection.
- Solid (LED Exclamation Point): The router is disconnected from the internet.
- Blinking (LED Exclamation Point): The router is disconnected from the internet, and Wi-Fi is off.
- Blinking (All LEDs): Wi-Fi is off.
- Off: Power is off or the LED is turned off.
Button Explanation
The router has three physical buttons on the front:
- WPS Button: Press the WPS button, and immediately press the WPS button on your client device to start the WPS process.
- Wi-Fi Button: Press and hold this button for about 2 seconds to turn on or off the wireless function of your router.
- LED Button: Press the LED button to turn on or off the LED of your router.
TP-Link HomeShield
TP-Link HomeShield is a premium security service that offers various features:
- Network Protection: Detects cyber threats to keep your privacy and connected devices well protected.
- Quality of Service (QoS): Prioritize your bandwidth needs for a better networking experience.
- Parental Controls: Manage online time and block inappropriate content to maintain healthy online habits.
- Comprehensive Reports: Gain full statistics and insights to help you know your home network better.
For more details, visit https://www.tp-link.com/homeshield.
Connect the Hardware
- Keep the router vertical while working.
- Refer to Q4 of Need Help to place the router for optimal Wi-Fi performance.
- Images may differ from your actual products.
- Wait until the LED is solid on (LED Exclamation Point or All LEDs)
Set Up the Network
Method ONE: Via the TP-Link Tether App
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Download the Tether app.
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Open the Tether app and log in with your TP-Link ID.
Note: If you don’t have an account, create one first -
Tap the button in the Tether app and select Wireless Router > Archer BE550/BE9300. Follow the steps to complete the setup and connect to the internet.
Enjoy the internet!
To enjoy a more complete service from TP-Link, bind your TP-Link ID to the router.
Method TWO: Via a Web Browser
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Connect your device to the router wirelessly or with an Ethernet cable.
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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 Q1 of Need Help in this guide -
Follow the step-by-step instructions to set up the internet connection and register for the TP-Link Cloud service.
LED Explanation
You can check the router’s working status by following the LED Explanation.
Cycling
- The system is starting up or the router is being upgraded. Do not disconnect or power off your router.
Solid All LEDs
- The router is working normally.
Blinking
Top 10 LEDs
- Establishing a WPS connection.
Solid
LED Exclamatioan Point
- The router is disconnected from the internet.
Blinking LED Exclamation Point
- The router is disconnected from the internet, and Wi-Fi is off
Blinking
All LEDs
- Wi-Fi is off.
Off
- Power is off or the LED is turned off.
Button Explanation
Three physical buttons are located on the front of the router.
Press the WPS button, and immediately press the WPS button on your client
device to start the WPS process.
Press and hold this button for about 2 seconds to turn on or off the wireless
function of your router.
Press the LED button to turn on or off the LED of your router.
TP-Link HomeShield
TP-Link HomeShield premium security services keep your home network safe with cutting-edge features. Tap the HomeShield tab to enjoy.
Network Protection
Detects cyber threats to keep your privacy and connected devices well protected.
Quality of Service (QoS)
Prioritize your bandwidth needs for a better networking experience
Parental Controls
Manage online time and block inappropriate content to maintain healthy online
habits.
Comprehensive Reports
Gain full statistics and insights to help you know your home network better.
- For more details, visit https://www.tp-link.com/homeshield.
EasyMesh-Compatible
You can experience strong, stable, and seamless wireless connections throughout your home with EasyMesh.
- Seamless Roaming
- Connects mobile devices to your routers or extenders that provide the best coverage. Devices compatible with EasyMesh also share a single Wi-Fi name so you stay connected in every room.
- One-Click Settings
- Within 2 minutes, press the WPS button on the main router and the satellite device, then the EasyMesh network is all set up.
- TP-Link routers in factory settings can be connected to form an EasyMesh network directly without any redundant setup.
- Flexible Scalability
- Flexibly scale your home networking with different vendors,* different topologies, different Protocols and different product categories.
- Failure may be due to firmware conflicts of different vendors. A better network connection can be established between all APs from TP-Link.
- For more information, visit https://www.tp-link.com/easymesh/
USB Applications
With the USB port, it’s easy to share files and media with multiple devices. Visit https://www.tp-link.com/app/usb to learn more about the USB applications.
- Remote Access: Access the USB drive when you are away from home Local Storage
- Sharing: Share files from the USB drive with devices on your home network
- Media Server: Play media from the USB drive on your computer
Need Help?
Q1. What should I do if I can’t access the web management page?
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Reboot your router and try again.
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If the computer is set to a static IP, change its settings to obtain an IP address automatically.
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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. -
Use another web browser and try again.
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Disable and enable the network adapter in use.
Q2. What should I do if I can’t access the internet?
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Power off your modem for about 5 minutes, then power it on and check the internet. If your modem has more than one Ethernet port, keep the other ports unconnected.
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Check if the internet is working normally by connecting a computer directly to the modem via an Ethernet cable. If it is not, contact your internet service provider.
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Log in to the web management page, and go to the Network Map page to check whether the internet IP address is valid or not. If it’s valid, go to Advanced > Network > Internet, click Advanced Settings, select Use the Following DNS Addresses, set the primary DNS to 8.8.8.8, and set the secondary DNS to 8.8.4.4. If it is not, check the hardware connection or contact your internet service provider.
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For cable modem users, log in to the web management page of the router and go to Advanced > Network > Internet > MAC Clone. Select Clone Current Device MAC and click SAVE. Then reboot both the modem and the router.
Q3. What should I do if I forget my wireless password? -
If you have not changed the default wireless password, it can be found on the label at the bottom of the router.
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Connect a computer directly to the router using an Ethernet cable. Log in to the router’s web management page at http://tplinkwifi.net and go to the Wireless page to retrieve or reset your wireless password.
Q4. How should I position my router for optimal Wi-Fi performance? -
Keep the router vertical while working.
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Don’t place your router in a corner or in a closet.
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Avoid obstacles and high-powered appliances.
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Keep your router in a central location at a certain height.
For technical support, replacement services, user guides, and other information, please visit https://www.tp-link.com/support.
- 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 any other chargers than those recommended.
- Do not use damaged charger or USB cable to charge the device.
- Do not use the device where wireless devices are not allowed.
- Adapter shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.
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References
- Trying to configure the Router? | TP-Link
- HomeShield | TP-Link
- TP-Link Product Support - Wireless Networking Equipment Support