tp-link AX6000 Dual Band WiFi 6 Router User Guide

June 14, 2024
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tp-link AX6000 Dual Band WiFi 6 Router

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Product Information

About This Guide
This guide is a complement of Quick Installation Guide. The Quick Installation Guide instructs you on quick internet setup, and this guide provides details of each function and shows you the way to configure these functions appropriate to your needs.

Note: Features available in the router may vary by model and software version. Router availability may also vary by region or ISP. All images, steps, and descriptions in this guide are only example sand may nonreflex your actual Router experience.

Conventions

Int his guide the following conventions are used:

Convention Description
Underlined Underlined words or phrases are hyperlinks. You can click to

redirect to a website or a specific section.
Teal| Contents to be emphasized and texts on the web page are in teal, including the menus, items, buttons, etc.

| The menu structures to show the path to load the corresponding page. For example, Advanced > System > Firmware Upgrade means the firmware upgrade page is under the System menu that is located in the Advanced tab.
Note:| Ignoring this type of note might result in a malfunction or damage to the device.
Tips:| Indicates important information that helps you make better use of your device.
symbols on the web page|

  • Click to edit the corresponding entry.
  • Click to delete the corresponding entry.
  • click to enable or disable the corresponding entry.
  • Click to view more information about items on the page.

MoreInfo
The latest software, management app and utility can be found at Download Center at https://www.tp-link.com/support/download.
The Quick Installation Guide can be found where you find this guide or inside the package of the router.
Specifications can be found on the product page at https://www.tp-link.com.
TP-Link Community is provided for you to discuss our products and share knowledgeat https://community.tp-link.com.
Our Technical Support contact information can be found at the Contact Technical Support page at https://www.tp-link.com/support.

  • Maximum wireless signal rates are the physical rates derived from IEEE Standard 802.11 specifications. Actual wireless data throughput and wireless coverage 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.
  • Use of Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), and features including OFDMA, MU-MIMO, 1024-QAM, and HT160 require clients to also support the corresponding features.
  • Saving clients’ battery power requires clients to also support the 802.11ax Wi-Fi standard. Actual power reduction may vary as a result of network conditions, client limitations, and environmental factors.
  • UseofWPA3requiresclientstoalsosupportthecorrespondingfeature.
  • This router may not support all the mandatory features as ratified in Draft 3.0 of IEEE 802.11ax specification.
  • Further software upgrades for feature availability may be required.

Specifications:

  • Model: AX6000
  • Wi-Fi Standard: Wi-Fi 6
  • Number of Streams: 8
  • Brand: TP-Link

Chapter 1: Get to Know About Your Router

This chapter introduces what the router can do and shows its appearance.
It chapter contains the following sections:

  • Product Overview
  • Appearance

Product Overview

With the next-generation 802.11ax Wi-Fi technology, the TP-Link Wi-Fi 6 router achieves Wi-Fi performance at its ultimate level. The revolutionary combination of OFDMA, 8×8 MU-MIMO and 1024QAM improve throughput by 4 times and dramatically increase the whole network capacity and efficiency. It’s also backwards compatible with 802.11a/b/g/n/ac.
Moreover, it is simple and convenient to set up and use the TP-Link router due to its intuitive web interface and the powerful Tether app.

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The router’s LED is on the top panel. You can check the router’s working status by following the LED Explanation table.

LED Explanation

LED Status Indication
Solid Blue The router is working normally.
Circulating Blue The system is starting up or the router is being reset.
Circulating Blue in Parallel The firmware is being upgraded or WPS connection

is being established.
Solid Orange| The router is connected to the internet, but the wireless function is off.
Solid Red| No internet connection.

Side Panels
The side panels of the router house additional ports and connectors, allowing you to connect various devices and peripherals.tp-link-AX6000-Dual-Band-
WiFi-6-Router-FIG \(7\)

Item Description
WPS Button Press this button for 1 second, and immediately press the WPS

button on your client 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 this button for about 2 seconds to turn on or off the LED of your router.

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Item Description
USB 3.0 Ports (Type A + Type C ) For connecting your USB storage devices to

the router.
Power On/Off Button| Press this button to power on or off the router.
2.5 Giga WAN Port| For connecting to a DSL/Cable modem, or an Ethernet jack.
LAN Ports (1-8)| For connecting your PC or other wired devices to the router.
Power Port| For connecting the router to power socket via the provided power adapter.
Reset Button| Use a pin to press and hold the button for at least 2 seconds until the LED begins circulating blue to its factory default settings.

Chapter 2: Connect the Hardware

  • Position Your Router
    Choose an optimal location for your router to ensure maximum coverage and signal strength throughout your premises.

  • Connect Your Router
    Follow the provided instructions to connect your router to the power source and the modem or internet source.

Chapter 3: Log In to Your Router
Access the router’s login page using the provided IP address and login credentials.

Chapter 4: Set Up Internet Connection
Configure the internet connection settings on your router to establish a connection with your internet service provider.

Chapter 5: TP-Link Cloud Service **

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  • Register a TP-Link ID
    Create a TP-Link ID to access and manage your router remotely through the TP-Link Cloud service.

  • Change Your TP-Link ID Information
    Modify your TP-Link ID information, such as username, email address, and password.

  • Manage the User TP-Link IDs
    Add or remove TP-Link IDs to manage your router and control user access.

  • Add TP-Link ID to Manage the Router
    Add a TP-Link ID to grant management access to a user.

  • Remove TP-Link ID(s) from Managing the Router
    Remove a TP-Link ID from managing your router’s settings and controls.

  • Manage the Router via the TP-Link Tether App
    Download and use the TP-Link Tether app to manage your router’s settings and monitor its performance.

Chapter 6: Wireless Settings **

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  • Specify Wireless Settings
    Configure your router’s wireless settings, including SSID, security type, and password.

  • Schedule Your Wireless Function
    Create a schedule to enable or disable wireless connectivity at specific times.

  • Use WPS for Wireless Connection
    Utilize the WPS feature to establish a wireless connection quickly and securely.

  • Connect via the Client’s PIN
    Connect a client device to the router using the client’s PIN.

  • Connect via the Router’s PIN
    Connect a client device to the router using the router’s PIN.

  • Push the WPS Button
    Press the WPS button on the router to initiate a WPS connection with a client device.

  • Advanced Wireless Settings
    Access advanced wireless settings to customize and optimize your wireless network.

Chapter 7: Guest Network **

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  • Create a Network for Guests
    Create a separate wireless network for guests to provide them with internet access without compromising your main network security.

  • Customize Guest Network Options
    Customize various options for your guest network, such as SSID, security settings, and access restrictions.

  • Chapter 8: USB Settings
    Access the USB Storage Device
    Connect and access USB storage devices through your router for file sharing and media streaming.

  • Access the USB Device Locally
    Access the connected USB device locally within your network.

  • Access the USB Device Remotely
    Access the connected USB device remotely from outside your network.

  • Customize the Access Settings
    Customize the access settings for the connected USB device, including permissions and user restrictions.

FAQ

  • Q: How can I reset my router to factory settings?
    A: To reset your router to factory settings, locate the reset button on the router and press and hold it for about 10 seconds until the router restarts.

  • Q: How can I change my Wi-Fi network name (SSID) and password?
    A: You can change your Wi-Fi network name and password by accessing the router’s settings page through a web browser or the TP-Link Tether app. Navigate to the wireless settings section and modify the SSID and password accordingly.

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