tp-link AXE5400 Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi 6E AP User Guide

tp-link AXE5400 Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi 6E AP

Specifications

• Model: AXE5400
• Wi-Fi Standard: Wi-Fi 6E
• Wireless Frequency Bands: Tri-Band
• Ports: 3 RJ-45 Ethernet ports (1 Gigabit & 2.5 Gigabit)
• LED Indicator Colors: Pulse Yellow, Solid Yellow, Pulse Blue, Solid Blue, Pulse Green, Solid Green, Pulse Red, Solid Red
• Power Slot: For connecting Deco to the power socket via the provided power adapter
• Reset Button: Press for 1 second and release to reset Deco to factory default settings

Appearance:

Each Deco unit has an LED that changes color according to its status. It also features three RJ-45 Ethernet ports, a power slot, and a reset button. Here is an explanation of the LED colors:

• Pulse Yellow: Deco is resetting
• Solid Yellow: Deco is starting up
• Pulse Blue: Deco is ready for setup
• Solid Blue: Deco is setting up
• Pulse Green: Deco is upgrading firmware
• Solid Green: Deco is all set up and connected
• Pulse Red: The satellite Deco is disconnected from the main Deco
• Solid Red: Deco has an issue

The Deco unit also includes Ethernet ports for connecting to your modem, Ethernet outlet, or other internet services. The power slot is used to connect Deco to the power socket using the provided power adapter. Additionally, there is a reset button that can be pressed for 1 second to reset Deco to factory default settings. A successful reset is indicated by the light changing from pulsing yellow to solid yellow.

Set Up Your Device:

To set up your device, follow these steps:

1. Download the Deco app on your Android or iOS smartphone or tablet. You can either scan the QR code below or go to Google Play or the App Store to download the app.
2. Install the Deco app on your device.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: What is the maximum wireless signal rate of AXE5400?

A: The maximum wireless signal rates are derived from IEEE Standard 802.11 specifications. However, the actual wireless data throughput and wireless coverage, as well as the quantity of connected devices, are not guaranteed and will vary depending on network conditions, client limitations, and environmental factors.

Q: What is MU-MIMO and does AXE5400 support it?

A: MU-MIMO stands for Multi-User Multiple Input Multiple Output. It requires clients to also support MU-MIMO in order to take advantage of its benefits. Please check if your devices support MU-MIMO before using it with AXE5400.

Q: Can all smart devices be controlled via the Deco app?

A: No, IoT compatibility refers only to smart devices that can be controlled via the Deco app. Other wireless devices can still connect to Deco for normal Wi-Fi use.

Q: What is seamless roaming and what are the requirements?

A: Seamless roaming allows clients to switch between Deco units without experiencing interruptions. To use seamless roaming, clients need to support 802.11k/v/r and may require additional set up. The performance may vary depending on the client device.

Q: What is included in HomeShield?

A: HomeShield includes the Free Basic Plan. However, fees apply for the Pro Plan. For more information, visit tp-link.com/homeshield.

User Guide
AXE5400 Tri-Band Mesh Wi-Fi 6E APHX716 Pro

About This Guide

This guide provides a brief introduction to AXE5400 Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi 6E System and regulatory information.
Features available in Deco may vary by model and software version. Deco availability may also vary by region or ISP. All images, steps, and descriptions in this guide are only examples and may not reflect your actual Deco experience.

Conventions
In this guide, the following conventions are used:

• Deco
  Stands for Deco Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi System/Unit.

• Underline
  Hyperlinks are in teal and underlined. You can click to redirect to a website or a specific section.

• Teal
  Key information appears in teal, including management page text such as menus, items, buttons and so on.

• 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.

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.tp-link.com/support.

• Speed/Coverage/Device Quantity Disclaimer
  Maximum wireless signal rates are the physical rates derived from IEEE Standard 802.11 specifications. Actual wireless data throughput and wireless coverage, and quantity of connected devices are not guaranteed and will vary as a result of network conditions, client limitations, and environmental factors, including building materials, obstacles, volume and density of traffic, and client location.

• MU-MIMO Disclaimer
  Use of MU-MIMO requires clients to also support MU-MIMO.

• IoT Compatibility Disclaimer
  IoT compatibility refers only to smart devices that can be controlled via the Deco app. Other wireless devices can still connect to Deco for normal Wi-Fi use.

• Seamless Roaming Disclaimer
  Clients need to support 802.11k/v/r and may require additional set up. Performance may vary depending on the client device.

• HomeShield Disclaimer
  HomeShield includes the Free Basic Plan. Fees apply for the Pro Plan. Visit tp-link.com/homeshield for more information.

Appearance

Each Deco has an LED that changes color according to its status, three RJ-45 Ethernet ports, a power slot, and a Reset button. See the explanation below:

Tip: The product label can be found at the bottom of the product.

Set Up Your Device

First let’s start by setting up the network. Get the TP-Link app for iOS or Android, then follow the app to walk through the setup.

1. Get the Deco app
   Scan the QR code below or go to Google Play or the App Store to download the Deco app. Install the app on your Android or iOS smartphone or tablet.

2. Log in or sign up with TP-Link ID
   Open the app and log in with your TP-Link ID. If you don’t have a TP-Link ID, create one first.
   Note: If you forgot your login password, tap Forgot Password?. The app will help you reset your password.

3. Select your Deco model
   Search for and select your Deco model. If you have more than one Deco model, tap the question below the search box to check how to maximize the overall network.

4. Plug in your Deco
   Power off your modem. Connect your Deco to the modem and power them both on.
   If you don’t have a modem, connect your Deco directly to the Ethernet outlet.

5. Wait until Deco’s LED pulses blue
   Wait until your Deco’s LED pulses blue, then your phone/tablet will connect to the Deco’s default Wi-Fi automatically.

6. Specify your Deco’s location
   Select or custom a location for your Deco. The location will be used as the name of your Deco.

7. Connect your Deco to the internet
   Select the internet connection type and enter the information. If you are not sure, contact your internet service provider.

8. 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.

9. Create your 6GHz Wi-Fi network
   Set a network name and a password. These will be the name and password you use to connect your devices to the 6GHz Wi-Fi.

10. Connect to your Wi-Fi network
    Connect your phone/tablet to the Deco’s Wi-Fi.

11. Setup complete
    Your Deco network is now up. You can connect your devices to the Deco network. Plug in the other included Decos, and they will automatically join the network within 2 minutes.

Troubleshooting

Solutions to common problems during setup or use are provided here for reference. Follow the steps and the provided link below to diagnose and solve problems you might experience with your Deco.
If problems still exist, contact us: https://www.tp-link.com/support

• Q1. What should I do if I fail to configure the main Deco and get stuck on “We couldn’t find Deco”?
  Refer to the guide https://www.tp-link.com/support/faq/2239/ or follow the video https://youtu.be/2HYuEYS9XJM

• Q2. What should I do if I fail to configure the satellite Deco and get stuck on “We couldn’t find another Deco”?
  Refer to the guide https://www.tp-link.com/support/faq/1447/ or follow the video https://youtu.be/iVgDzoo16T4

• Q3. What should I do if I fail to configure the main Deco and get stuck on “Testing Internet Connection”?
  Refer to the guide https://www.tp-link.com/support/faq/2239/
  Refer to the video https://youtu.be/OSUrGdWH-i0

• Q4. What should I do if my wireless devices cannot connect to Deco?
  Refer to the guide https://www.tp-link.com/support/faq/2718/

• Q5. What should I do if Deco suddenly lost internet access?
  Refer to the guide https://www.tp-link.com/support/faq/2428/

• Q6. How can I find a suitable spot for my Deco?
  Refer to the guide https://www.tp-link.com//support/faq/1446/

• Q7. What can I do if the Deco app isn’t working properly?
  Refer to the guide https://www.tp-link.com/support/faq/1456/

Authentication

FCC Compliance Information Statement

Product Name: AXE5400 Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi 6E AP
Model Number: HX716 Pro

I.T.E Power Supply T120200-2B4

Responsible party:
TP-Link USA Corporation
Address: 10 Mauchly, Irvine, CA 92618
Website: http://www.tp-link.com/us/
Tel: +1 626 333 0234
Fax: +1 909 527 6804
E-mail: [email protected]
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:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference.
2. 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 44 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
FCC regulations restrict operation of this device to indoor use only. The operation of this device is prohibited on oil platforms, cars, trains, boats, and aircraft, except that operation of this device is permitted in large aircraft while flying above 10000 feet. Operation of transmitters in the 5.925-6.425GHz band is prohibited for control of or communications with unmanned aircraft systems.
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.

FCC Compliance Information Statement

Product Name: I.T.E POWER SUPPLY
Model Number: T120200-2B4

Responsible party:
TP-Link USA Corporation

Address: 10 Mauchly, Irvine, CA 92618
Website: http://www.tp-link.com/us/
Tel: +1 626 333 0234
Fax: +1 909 527 6804
E-mail: [email protected]
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:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference.
2. 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.

Issue Date: 2023-09-13

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)

• 2400MHz—2483.5MHz (20dBm)
• 5150MHz—5250MHz (23dBm)
• 5250MHz—5350MHz (23dBm)
• 6105MHz—6425MHz (23dBm)

Frequency band 5150 – 5250 MHz:
Indoor use: Inside buildings only. Installations and use inside road vehicles and train carriages are not permitted. Limited outdoor use: If used outdoors, equipment shall not be attached to a fixed installation or to the external body of road vehicles, a fixed infrastructure or a fixed outdoor antenna. Use by unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) is limited to within the 5170 – 5250 MHz band.

Frequency band: 5250 – 5350 MHz:
Indoor use: Inside buildings only. Installations and use in road vehicles, trains and aircraft are not permitted. Outdoor use is not permitted.

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, 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/

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.

National restrictions
Attention: This device may only be used indoors in all EU member states and EFTA countries, and Northern Ireland.

UKCA Mark

UK Declaration of Conformity
TP-Link hereby declares that the device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the Radio Equipment Regulations 2017.
The original UK Declaration of Conformity may be found at https://www.tp- link.com/support/ukca/

National restrictions
Attention: This device may only be used indoors in Great Britain.

Canadian Compliance Statement
This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause interference.
2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

ISED regulations restrict operation of this device to indoor use only. The operation of this device is prohibited on oil platforms, cars, trains, boats, and aircraft, except that operation of this device is permitted in large aircraft while flying above 10000 feet. Operation of transmitters in the 5.925-7.125 GHz band is prohibited for control of or communications with unmanned aircraft systems.

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.
• 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.
• Operating Temperature: 0°C~40°C (32°F~104°F)
• This product uses radios and other components that emit electromagnetic fields. Electromagnetic fields and magnets may interfere with pacemakers and other implanted medical devices. Always keep the product and its power adapter more than 15 cm (6 inches) away from any pacemakers or other implanted medical devices. If you suspect your product is interfering with your pacemaker or any other implanted medical device, turn off your product and consult your physician for information specific to your medical device.
  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.

Explanation of the symbols on the product label

Symbols may vary from products.
Note: The product label can be found at the bottom of the product and its I.T.E. power supply.

References

• Link: Simple, secure one-click payments
• HomeShield | TP-Link Australia
• WiFi Networking Equipment for Home & Business | TP-Link
• TP-Link Community
• WiFi Networking Equipment for Home & Business | TP-Link
• How can I find a suitable spot for my Deco? | TP-Link Australia
• CE Regulatory Compliance | TP-Link
• Encountering an Error When Adding a Deco | TP-Link
• What can I do if the Deco app isn't working properly | TP-Link
• Main Deco Failed to Complete Setup | TP-Link
• The internet connection is unstable or suddenly stops working when connected to the Deco network? | TP-Link
• Regulatory Compliance | TP-Link

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