DISTRIBUTEL TC4400 Modem and Deco M5 Wi-Fi Pod User Guide

June 15, 2024
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DISTRIBUTEL TC4400 Modem and Deco M5 Wi-Fi Pod

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Specifications

  • Product Name: Wi-Fi Pod
  • Model: Deco M5
  • Number of Ethernet Ports: 2
  • Power Outlet Requirement: Standard power outlet
  • Wi-Fi Network Name (SSID): Distributel12345
  • Wi-Fi Password: 1234567891012

Product Usage Instructions

Setting Up Additional Wi-Fi Pod(s):

  1. Choose a location for the additional Wi-Fi pod and plug it into a power outlet.
  2. Wait for the light on the top of the Wi-Fi pod to turn solid green. This may take up to 5 minutes.
  3. Your additional Wi-Fi pod is now connected to your Wi-Fi network.

Connecting Wired Devices:
Each Deco M5 Wi-Fi pod has two ethernet ports. Follow these steps to connect a nearby device:

  1. Connect your modem to the LAN port 1 of your main Wi-Fi pod using an ethernet cable.
  2. Connect the nearby device to the LAN port 2 of any additional Wi-Fi pod using an ethernet cable.

Setting Up High Speed Internet Service and Wi-Fi Network:
Follow these steps to set up your high-speed internet service and Wi-Fi network:

  1. Connect one end of the coaxial cable to the cable port on your modem and the other end to a nearby cable outlet.
  2. Connect one end of an ethernet cable to LAN port 1 of your modem and the other end to any port on your main Wi-Fi pod.
  3. Plug the power supply for your modem and main Wi-Fi pod into a power outlet.
  4. Wait for the light on the top of the Wi-Fi pod to turn steady green. This may take about 5 minutes.
  5. Go to Wi-Fi settings on a device you want to connect and search for available Wi-Fi networks.
  6. Select the Wi-Fi Network (SSID) “Distributel12345” and enter the password “1234567891012”.

Customizing Wi-Fi Name and Password:
To customize your Wi-Fi name and password, follow these steps:

  1. Download the TP-Link Deco app from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store.
  2. Open the app and follow the instructions to customize your Wi-Fi name and password.
  3. You can also find additional features such as parental controls, anti-virus, and creating a separate network for guests in the app.

FAQ:

  • Q: How many ethernet ports does each Wi-Fi pod have?
    A: Each Deco M5 Wi-Fi pod has two ethernet ports.

  • Q: What is the default Wi-Fi network name (SSID) and password?
    A: The default Wi-Fi network name (SSID) is “Distributel12345” and the password is “1234567891012”.

  • Q: How do I reset the modem and Wi-Fi pod if the light is red?
    A: To reset the modem and Wi-Fi pod, unplug the power adaptors, wait for 30 seconds, then plug in the modem first and wait for another 30 seconds before plugging in the Wi-Fi pod.

Setting Up Your High Speed Internet Service and Wi-Fi Network

Begin your Wi-Fi set up after your technician visit is complete or after your installation window has passed.DISTRIBUTEL-TC4400-Modem-and-DecoM5-Wi-Fi-
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  1. Step 1 – Connect modem to cable outlet
    Connect one end of the coaxial cable to the cable port on your modem and other end to a nearby cable outlet.

  2. Step 2 – Connect and power devices
    Connect one end of the ethernet cable to LAN port 1 of your modem and the other end to any port on your Wi-Fi pod. Plug the power supply for your modem and Wi-Fi pod into a power outlet. The light on the top of the Wi-Fi pod should proceed from yellow to blue, then remain steady on green. This can take about 5 minutes.
    If the light is red, reboot the modem and Wi-Fi pod by unplugging the power adaptors. Wait 30 seconds, then plug back in the modem. Wait another 30 seconds, and plug in the Wi-Fi pod.

  3. Step 3 – Connect to Wi-Fi
    Go to Wi-Fi settings on a device you would like to connect, and search for available Wi-Fi networks. Select the Wi-Fi Network (SSID) and enter the password that matches those found on the bottom of your Wi-Fi pod.

Customize Your Wi-Fi Name and Wi-Fi Password
Download the TP-Link Deco app from the Google Play or Apple App Store. You will also find other features such as: parental controls, anti-virus and how to create a separate network for guests.

That’s it, you should now be ready to enjoy your Distributel Wi-Fi!

Boost your Wi-Fi signal and coverage with additional pods

For best results we recommend a Wi-Fi pod on every floor; caIl us today to add additional pods.

Follow these easy steps to set up your additional Wi-Fi pod(s):

  1. Place the additional Wi-Fi pod where you want it and plug it into a power outlet.
  2. When the light on the top of the Wi-Fi pod is solid green, your additional pod is now connected to your Wi-Fi network. This can take up to 5 minutes.

Connecting Wired Devices

Each Deco M5 Wi-Fi pod is equipped with two ethernet ports Your modem will take one port on your main Wi-Fi pod. The second port or additional pods can be used to connect a nearby device.
For example:

  1. Home Phone Analog Telephone Adapter (ATA)
  2. TV Set Top Box
  3. Gaming Console
  4. Computer

For general support for your Internet, or for additional self-help resources visit helpcentre.distributel.ca or contact our Technical Support team at 1-877-810-2877.

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