tp-link W7200 Deco Tri-Band Mesh Wi-Fi 6 System User Guide

: June 5, 2024
: tp-link

tp-link W7200 Deco Tri-Band Mesh Wi-Fi 6 System

About This Guide

This guide provides a brief introduction to Deco Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi 6 System and the Deco app, as well as 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:

Convention	Description
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 specifc 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,
stacles, volume and density of traffc, 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.

Appearance

Each Deco has an LED that changes color according to its status, two RJ-45 Ethernet ports, a power slot, and a Reset button. See the explanation below : tp-link-W7200-Deco-Tri-Band-Mesh-Wi-Fi-6-System-fig1

Set Up Your Deco

The intuitive Deco app guides you through an easy setup process that gets each unit up and running and all your devices connected and online. Follow the steps below to set up your Deco Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi 6 System.

Download and install the Deco app
Scan the QR code below or go to Google Play or the Apple App Store to download the Deco app. Install the app on your Android or iOS smartphone or tablet.
Log in or sign up with TP-Link ID
Open the app. Use your TP-Link ID to log in.
If you don’t have a TP-Link ID, tap SIGN UP. The Deco app will guide you through the rest.
Identify Your Deco
Identify your Deco from the model list.
Connect Deco to your modem
Power off your modem. Connect your Deco to the modem and power them both on the modem and power them both on.
If you don’t have a modem, connect the Ethernet outlet directly to your Deco.
Select a location
Select a location for this Deco. If its location is not listed, you can create a new one by choosing Custom.
Set up internet conne ction
Select the internet connection type and enter the information. If you are not sure, contact your internet service provider.
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.
Connect to your Wi-Fi network
Connect your devices to the Deco’s Wi-Fi to continue the setup.
Setup complete
Your Deco network is now up. Add more Decos or complete the setup and connect all devices to the Deco network.

Dashboard

After you successfully set up your Deco network, you will see the dashboard of the Deco app. Here you can get an overview of the network status, customize your home network with enhanced security using a kit of features built to TP- Link HomeShield and set up various advanced features.

Tap to get an overview of the network status
Tap tick button to enter the HomeShield page for enhanced security
Tap for more features

Overview

In the Overview page, you can check the working status of all the Decos, manage the connected devices, add more devices, use friends of Deco, and more.

Tap to enter OVERVIEW
Tap down button to create new networks or select a network
Tap plus to add more devices
Tap massage button on the Dashboard to view notifications about new devices, Deco updates, monthly reports, and more
Tap world icon to check all Decos’ status
Select a Deco to view the details
Tap a client on the Device List to check the details
Tap Belongs to to add a unique profle for the device
Swipe right to open the menu for more information about Deco
On the menu, tap Wi-Fi Detective > to discover all devices connected to the current Wi-Fi network

HomeShield

Whether protecting your network from malicious attacks, managing your family’s online activities, or prioritizing devices to get better performance, TP-Link HomeShield provides you a kit of features to enhance your whole home network with enhanced security. You can even get non-stop protection for all the devices in you network after you subscribe to HomeShield Pro.

Tap tick icon > HomeShield
Scan to check and optimize network security and performance
Tap to check regular reports, including time spent online, traffic usage, most visited websites and more
Create profiles for your family members to easily manage their online activities
Set time controls and content filter for your family members
Tip: Subscribe to the HomeShield Pro service to enable Time Limits, Offtime and custom the Bedtime feature.
Tap a profile to check the online data or pause the network with one tap to enjoy family time
Enable QoS to prioritize your devices that are most important to you
Set the total bandwidth before using QoS
Add devices that are important to you as high priority to ensure a good network experience

HomeShield Pro

Upgrade to HomeShield Pro and get all premium features to enjoy compresive home network protection.

Upgrade to HomeShield Pro and get a 1-month free trial now
Set a plan and apply a network for use
Note: One HomeShield Pro subscription package can be applied to only one network. You can switch the bounded network whenever you like.
Enable Real-Time Protection to protect your home network from attacks and keeps your personal information secure
Set flexible bed time schedules
Limit the time for internet in Time Limits
Custome “no internet” times in Offtime

Wi-Fi Settings

You can change the network name and password of your main network, create a separate network for guests, and shake your device to share the network details easily with family and friends.

Tap > Wi-Fi
Manage main Wi-Fi network
Enable guest network
Shake to share your network

Blacklist

Compile a blacklist to avoid devices added on the blacklist to access to your network, ensuring the safety of your personal information shared in the network.

Tap > Blacklist
Add clients to blacklist
Add devices to blacklist
Manage blacklist

Online Update

TP-Link is dedicated to improving product features and providing a better customer experience. An up-to-date firmware provides better and more stable network performance. Always update your Deco to the latest firmware version when prompted in the Deco app.

Tap > Update Deco
Update your Deco to the latest version
Tip: If the frmware update fails, please reboot the main Deco, move the Satellite Deco closer to the main Deco, then try to update again

Advanced Features

Additional features are available under the advanced menu. ou can modify settings IPv IPv , add IPv firewall rules, modify L IP, set up DHCP server, enable VL /IPTV/M C Clone mode, reserve the same IP address for a specific device, set up port forwarding rules to ma e your local computers accessible to other devices over the internet, enable TP-Link DDNS, SIP ALG, fast roaming and beamforming, control Deco’s LED, change the wor ing mode, and configure the notification settings.

Tap > Advanced
View IPv4 details or change the internet connection type
Enable IPv6
Add IPv frewall rules
Modify LAN IP
Set DHCP server
Enable IPTV/VLAN mode
Enable MAC Clone
Reserve IP addresses for specifc devices
Set up Port Forwarding rules
Register a TP-Link DDNS domain name
Enable SIP ALG
Enable UPNP
Enable Fast Roaming
Enable Beamforming
Enable LED Controls
Change the operating mode
Note: When the Deco works in Access Point mode, advanced features such as HomeShield, IPv4, Address Reservation, Port Forwarding, and DHCP server are not available.
Set connection alerts
Set notifcations
Note: If the notifications option shows Disabled, go to Settings notifications on your mobile device to enable it

WPS

WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) helps you to quickly and securely connect a client to a network with a tap without entering any password.

Tap > WPS
Tap the WPS icon on Deco app and then on your client
Successfully connected to the network

Weekly/Monthly Reports

Review the weekly or monthly usage reports, such as security threats and total connected network devices each day.

Tap > Reports
View weekly / monthly reports
Enable or disable weekly and monthly reports

Managers

Add friends and family members to help manage your network. Each manager should have their own TP-Link ID.

Tap > Managers
Add other accounts as managers
Set privileges for managers
Remove managers

Authentication

FCC Compliance Information Statement

Product Name: AX3600 Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi 6 System
Model Number: Deco X68

Component Name	Model
I.T.E POWER SUPPLY	T120250-2B4

Responsible party:
TP-Link USA Corporation, d/b/a TP-Link North America, Inc.
Address: 145 South State College Blvd. Suite 400, Brea, CA 92821
Website: http://www.tp-link.com/us/
Tel: +1 626 333 0234
Fax: +1 909 527 6803
E-mail: sales.usa@tp-link.com
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:

This device may not cause harmful interference.
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 25 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.”

FCC Compliance Information Statement

Product Name: I.T.E POWER SUPPLY
Model Number: T120250-2B4
Responsible party:
TP-Link USA Corporation, d/b/a TP-Link North America, Inc. Address: 145 South State College Blvd. Suite 400, Brea, CA 92821 Website: http://www.tp- link.com/us/
Tel: +1 626 333 0234
Fax: +1 909 527 6803
E-mail: sales.usa@tp-link.com
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:

This device may not cause harmful interference.
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.