tp-link Deco X50 Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi 6 System User Guide
- June 15, 2024
- tp-link
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tp-link Deco X50 Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi 6 System
Product Information
Specifications
- Power Source: Power adapter or PoE switch compliant with 802.3at
- Mounting Options: Wall, ceiling, or junction box
- Mounting Accessories: Screws, plastic wall anchors, washers, pan-head screws, wing nuts
FAQ
- Q: Can I use a power adapter instead of a PoE switch to power up my Deco?
- A: Yes, you can use a power adapter to power up your Deco. Make sure to use the provided power adapter and connect it to a standard electrical wall outlet.
- Q: What size of screws should I use to mount the Deco on the wall or ceiling?
- A: Use the screws provided in the package to mount the Deco. If you need additional screws, ensure they are compatible with the mounting holes and the surface you are mounting on.
- Q: Can I mount the Deco on a ceiling tile without using a mounting bracket?
- A: No, it is recommended to use the provided mounting bracket when installing the Deco on a ceiling tile for proper stability and support.
Product Usage Instructions
Step 1: Set Up Your Deco
- Ensure you have an active internet connection (Wi-Fi or mobile data).
- Download the Deco app from the App Store or Google Play.
- Log in to the Deco app using your TP-Link ID. If you don’t have an account, sign up first.
- Follow the step-by-step instructions in the Deco app to set up your Deco.
Step 2: Power Up Your Deco
Option 1: Via PoE Switch (Compliant with 802.3at)
- Connect an Ethernet cable from a PoE switch compliant with 802.3at to the Deco’s Ethernet port. The power supply should be at least 18 W.
Option 2: Via Power Adapter
- Plug one end of the provided power adapter into the power port of the Deco and the other end into a standard electrical wall outlet.
Step 3: Mount Your Deco
Option 1: On the Wall/Ceiling
- Use the provided screws to mount the Deco on the wall or ceiling.
Option 2: On a Wall Junction Box
If you have a pre-installed running-in-wall Ethernet cable in a junction box, follow these steps:
- Detach the faceplate of the junction box using a Phillips screwdriver.
- Feed the Ethernet cable through the mounting bracket and secure the bracket with the enclosed screws.
- Attach the Deco to the mounting bracket, ensuring the mounting holes align with the junction box.
Option 3: In a Ceiling Tile
If you want to install the Deco in a ceiling tile, follow these steps:
- Remove the ceiling tile.
- Drill four 4 mm diameter holes for the screws and a 25 mm diameter hole for the Ethernet cable at the marked positions.
- Secure the mounting bracket to the ceiling tile using four pan-head screws, washers, and wing nuts.
- Attach the Deco to the mounting bracket.
Setup & Mounting Video
- Scan QR code or visit https://www.tp-link.com/support/setup-video/
*Images may differ from actual products.
Set Up Your Deco
Warning: Please remain online (Wi-Fi or mobile data) for Step 1.
- Download the Deco app from App Store or Google Play and log in with your TP-Link ID.
- Note: If you don’t have an account, sign up first.
- Follow the step-by-step instructions in the Deco app to set up your Deco.
Power Up your Deco
Deco can be powered via a power adapter or a PSE device (such as a PoE switch) which complies with Power Source Class 2 (PS2) or Limited Power Source (LPS) and Electrical Energy Source Class 1(ES1) of IEC 62368-1.
Option 1: Via PoE Switch (Compliant with 802.3at)
- Connect an Ethernet cable from the PoE switch (compliant with 802.3at) to the Deco’s Ethernet port. The power should not be less than 18 W.
Option 2: Via Power Adapter
- Plug one end of the provided power adapter into the power port of the Deco and the other end to a standard electrical wall outlet.
Mount Your Deco
- Deco can be mounted to a wall, ceiling, or junction box, using the provided screws.
- Choose an appropriate mounting method, then drill holes or mount directly with the provided mounting bracket.
Tools You Might Need
- Phillips screwdriver
- Drill and drill bit (6 mm for wall mounting or 4 mm for ceiling tile mounting)
- (Optional) Drywall or keyhole saw (to cut a 25 mm diameter hole for Ethernet cable feed)
- Cat5/6 UTP cable for indoor installations
Option 1: On the Wall/Ceiling
The Deco can be mounted to the wall or the ceiling with the screws in the package.
Mounting
- If your Ethernet cable feeds through the wall, position the mounting bracket above the cable hole.
- Mark four positions for the screw holes and drill four 6 mm (15/64 in) diameter holes at the marked positions.
- Insert the plastic wall anchors into the 6 mm diameter holes.
- Secure the mounting bracket to the wall by driving the self-tapping screws into the anchors.
- Make sure the mounting bracket lies flat against the surface.
- Connect the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port on the Deco.
- Orient the Deco LED according to the image, attach the Deco to the mounting bracket, then rotate it clockwise until it locks into place.
Option 2: On a Wall Junction Box
The Deco can be mounted on a junction box. The junction box should be pre-
installed with a running-in-wall Ethernet cable. Ensure that the mounting
holes align to your junction box.
Here the standard US wall junction box is used as an example.
Mounting
- Detach the faceplate of the junction box with a Phillips screwdriver.
- Feed the Ethernet cable through the mounting bracket. Insert the enclosed screws and tighten them with a Philips screwdriver to secure the mounting bracket.
- Notes: Do not over tighten the screws.
- If the enclosed screws do not fit the junction box, use the screws attached to the junction box instead.
- Connect the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port on the Deco.
- Orient the Deco LED according to the image, attach the Deco to the mounting bracket, then rotate it clockwise until it locks into place.
Option 3: In a Ceiling Tile
The Deco can be installed in a ceiling tile with the screws in the package. Make sure the ceiling tile is larger than the Deco.
Tools
Ceiling
- Remove the ceiling tile.
- Place the mounting bracket in the center of the ceiling tile. Mark four positions for the screw holes and a location for the Ethernet cable hole. Drill four 4 mm (5/32 in) diameter holes for the screws and a 25 mm (63/64 in) diameter hole for the Ethernet cable at the marked positions.
- Secure the mounting bracket to the ceiling tile using four pan-head screws, washers, and wing nuts.
- Feed the Ethernet cable through the hole and set the ceiling tile back into place.
- Connect the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port on the Deco. Orient the Deco LED according to the image, attach the Deco to the mounting bracket, then rotate it clockwise until it locks into place.