tp-link Archer VR600 User Guide
- June 7, 2024
- tp-link
Table of Contents
Archer VR600
User Guide
AC2100 Wireless MU-MIMO VDSL/ADSL Modem Router Archer VR600
© 2021 TP-Link 1910013056 REV3.0.1
Contents
About This Guide ……………………………………………………………………………………………1
Chapter 1. Get to Know Your Modem Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . 3
1. 1. Product Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 1. 2.
Physical Appearance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
1. 2. 1. Top Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 1. 2. 2. Back
Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 1. 2. 3. Side Panel . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . 7
Chapter 2. Connect the Hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2. 1. Position Your Modem Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 2. 2. Connect Your
Modem Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Chapter 3. Log In to Your Modem Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . 12
Chapter 4. Set Up Internet Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . 14
4. 1. Use Quick Setup Wizard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 4. 2. Manually Set
Up an Internet Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . 15 4. 3. Test Internet Connectivity . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
16 4. 4. Set Up an IPv6 Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 4. 5. More Operation
Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
4. 5. 1. Wireless Router Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 4. 5. 2. 3G/4G Router Mode. . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . 19
Chapter 5. TP-Link Cloud Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . 20
5. 1. Register a TP-Link ID. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 5. 2. Change
Your TP-Link ID Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 5. 3. Manage the User TP-Link IDs . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . 22
5. 3. 1. Add an TP-Link ID to Manage the Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . 23 5. 3. 2. Remove TP-Link ID(s) From Managing the
Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 5. 4. Manage the Router via TP-
Link Tether App . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . 24 5. 4. 1. Install the Tether App on Your Smartphones or Tablets . . .
. . . . . . . . . 24
Chapter 6. OneMeshTM with Seamless Roaming. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . 25
6. 1. Set Up a OneMeshTM Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 6. 2. Manage Devices in
the OneMeshTM Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . 27
Chapter 7. IPTV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Chapter 8. Guest Network. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
8. 1. Create a Network for Guests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 8. 2. Customize Guest
Network Options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . 33
Chapter 9. USB Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
9. 1. Access the USB Storage Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 9. 1. 1. Access the USB
Device Locally . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . 36 9. 1. 2. Access the USB Device Remotely . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 9. 1. 3. Customize the Access Settings
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
9. 2. Media Sharing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 9. 3.
3G/4G Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
9. 3. 1. As a Backup Solution for Internet Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . 43 9. 3. 2. As the Only Way to Access the Internet . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Chapter 10.Parental Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Chapter 11.QoS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
11. 1. Prioritize Internet Traffic with QoS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 11. 2. Update the
Database . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Chapter 12.Network Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
12. 1. Firewall & DoS Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 12. 2. Service
Filtering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 12. 3. Access Control .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 12. 4. IP & MAC Binding . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 12. 5. IPv6 Firewall . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Chapter 13.NAT Forwarding. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
13. 1. Translate Address and Port by ALG. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 13. 2. Share Local Resources
over the Internet by Virtual Server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
13. 3. Open Ports Dynamically by Port Triggering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 13. 4. Make Applications Free from
Port Restriction by DMZ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 13.
5. Make Xbox Online Games Run Smoothly by UPnP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . 68
Chapter 14.VPN Server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
14. 1. Use OpenVPN to Access Your Home Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 14. 2. Use PPTP VPN to Access Your Home
Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
14. 3. Use IPSec VPN to Access Your Home Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Chapter 15.Specify Your Network Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . 80
15. 1. LAN Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 15. 1.
- Change the LAN IP Address. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 15. 1. 2. Use the Modem Router as a DHCP Server
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82 15. 1. 3. Reserve LAN IP
Addresses. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . 83
15. 2. IPv6 LAN Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 15. 2. 1. Configure the RADVD Address Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 15. 2. 2. Configure the DHCPv6 Server Address Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
15. 3. Wireless Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 15. 3. 1. Specify Basic Wireless Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 15. 3. 2. Use WPS for Wireless Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88 15. 3. 3. Schedule Your Wireless Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90 15. 3. 4. View Wireless Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 15. 3. 5. Advanced Wireless Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
15. 4. Set Up a Dynamic DNS Service Account . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 15. 5. Create Static Routes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 15. 6. Set Up the IPv6 Tunnel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
15. 6. 1. Use the Public IPv6 Tunnel Service-6to4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 15. 6. 2. Specify the 6rd Tunnel with Parameters Provided by Your ISP. . . . . . 97
Chapter 16.Administrate Your Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
16. 1. Set System Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 16. 2. Control LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100 16. 3. Update the Firmware. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101
16. 3. 1. Online Upgrade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101 16. 3. 2. Local Upgrade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .102 16. 4. Back up and Restore Configuration Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .102 16. 5. Reboot the Modem Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .103 16. 6. Change the Administrator Account. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .104 16. 7. Local Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .105 16. 8. Remote Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .105 16. 9. System Log. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .107 16. 10. Monitor the Internet Traffic Statistics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108 16. 11. CWMP Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .109 -
- SNMP Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111
Appendix: Troubleshooting ……………………………………………………………………. 113
- SNMP Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111
About This Guide
This guide is a complement to Quick Installation Guide. The Quick Installation
Guide provides instructions for quick internet setup, while this guide
contains details of each function and demonstrates how to configure them in
typical scenarios.
Features available in the modem router may vary by model and software version.
Modem router 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 modem router experience.
Conventions
In this guide, the following conventions are used:
Convention Description
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.
The menu structures to show the path to load the corresponding page. For
example, Advanced > Wireless > MAC Filtering means the MAC Filtering function page is under the Wireless menu that is located in the Advanced
tab.
Ignoring this type of note might result in a malfunction or damage to the
Note:
device.
Indicates important information that helps you make better use of your
Tips:
device.
· click to edit the corresponding entry. Symbols on · click to delete the
corresponding entry. the web page · click to enable or disable the
corresponding entry.
· click to view more information about items on the page.
Speed/Coverage Disclaimer
Maximum wireless signal rates are the physical rates derived from IEEE
Standard 802.11 specifications. Range, coverage, and maximum quantity of
connected devices are based on test results under normal usage conditions.
Actual wireless data throughput, wireless coverage, and quantity of connected
devices 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 MU-MIMO requires clients to also support MU-MIMO.
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More Info
· The latest firmware and management app are available from the Download
Center at https://www.tp-link.com/support/download/.
· The Quick Installation Guide (QIG) can be found where you find this guide or
inside the product packaging.
· Specifications can be found on the product page at https://www.tp-link.com.
· TP-Link Community is provided for you to share knowledge and discuss our
products
at 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.
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Chapter 1
Get to Know Your Modem Router
This chapter introduces the modem router by detailing its main features and
appearance. It contains the following sections: · Product Overview · Physical
Appearance
Chapter 1
1. 1. Product Overview
TP-Link’s modem router is a combined wired/wireless network connection device
with wireless router and DSL modem capabilities. With DSL and LAN/WAN ports,
the modem router is compatible with DSL connections and fiber/cable access.
Ethernet ports and adjustable antennas enable the modem router to provide
wired and wireless access for multiple computers and mobile devices. With an
array of additional features, the modem router is the perfect hub for your
home or business network.
1. 2. Physical Appearance
1. 2. 1. Top Panel
LED On/Off Button
The modem router’s LEDs are located on the top panel. You can check the modem
router’s working status by following the LED Explanation table. It also
provides the LED On/Off button. You can press the button to turn on/off the
LEDs without affecting the modem router’s function.
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Chapter 1
LED Explanation
Name Power
DSL
Internet Wireless 2.4GHz
/ Wireless 5GHz
LAN USB
WPS
Status On
Flashing Off On
Flashing Off On
Orange
Off On Off On Off On Flashing Off On
Flashing
Off
Indication
The system has started up successfully.
The system is starting up or firmware is being upgraded. Do not disconnect or
power off your modem router.
Power is off. Please ensure that the power adapter is connected correctly.
DSL synchronization is complete.
DSL synchronization is in progress.
DSL synchronization failed. Please refer to Note 1 for troubleshooting.
Internet service is available.
Internet connection is correct but internet service is unavailable. Please
refer to Note 2 for troubleshooting.
Internet connection is incorrect, DSL synchronization failed, or the modem
router is operating in Bridge mode. Please refer to Note 3 for
troubleshooting.
The wireless 2.4GHz/5GHz band is working properly.
The wireless 2.4GHz/5GHz band is disabled.
At least one LAN port is connected to a powered-on device.
No LAN port is connected to a powered-on device.
The USB device is ready to use.
The USB device is being identified.
No USB device is plugged into the USB port.
A wireless device has been successfully added to the network by WPS.
WPS handshaking is in process and will continue for about 2 minutes. Please
press the WPS button on other wireless devices that you want to add to the
network while the LED is flashing.
A wireless device has failed to be added to the network by WPS.
Note: 1. If the DSL LED is off, please check your internet connection. Refer
to Connect Your Modem Router for more
information about how to connect to the internet correctly. If you have
already made a successful connection, please contact your ISP to make sure
your internet service is available now. 2. If the Internet LED is orange,
please check your internet configuration. You may need to check this
information with your ISP and make sure everything has been input correctly.
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3. If the Internet LED is off, please check your DSL LED first. If your DSL
LED is also off, please refer to Note 1. If your DSL LED is ON, reconnect your
modem router correctly by referring to related guide.
1. 2. 2. Back Panel
The modem router’s back panel shows the ports, buttons and antennas. Refer to the following for detailed instructions.
Item
Description
Power Port
For connecting the modem router to a power socket via the provided power adapter.
LAN1, LAN2, LAN3, LAN4/WAN Port
For connecting the modem router to your PC or other Ethernet network devices. In wireless router mode, the LAN4/WAN port is used for connecting to a Cable/FTTH/VDSL/ADSL device.
Reset Button
Press and hold down for 8 seconds to reset the modem router into factory default settings.
DSL Port
For connecting the modem router to the internet. Connect the port to the splitter or directly connect the port to the phone jack via a phone cable. For details, please refer to Connect Your Modem Router.
Antennas
Used for wireless data transmission. Position them upright for the best performance.
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1. 2. 3. Side Panel
The modem router’s side panel shows the buttons and ports. Refer to the following for detailed instructions.
Item
Description
USB Port
For connecting to a USB storage device.
Wi-Fi Button
Press to turn both 2.4GHz and 5GHz Wi-Fi on or off.
WPS Button
Press to start a WPS synchronization.
Power On/Off Button
The switch for the power. Press it to power on or off the modem router.
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Chapter 2
Connect the Hardware
This chapter contains the following sections: · Position Your Modem Router ·
Connect Your Modem Router
Chapter 2
2. 1. Position Your Modem Router
With the modem router, you can access your network from anywhere within the
wireless network coverage. However, the wireless signal strength and coverage
varies depending on the environment your modem router is in. Obstacles may
limit the range of the wireless signal, for example, concrete structures,
thick walls.
For best Wi-Fi performance, and to keep your network secure: · Do not locate
the modem router in a place where it will be exposed to moisture or
excessive heat. · Keep the product away from strong electromagnetic radiation
and devices that emit
electromagnetic waves. · Place the modem router in a location where it can be
connected to the various devices
as well as to a power source. · Make sure the cables and power cord are safely
placed out of the way so they do not
create a tripping hazard.
Generally, the modem router is placed on a horizontal surface, such as a shelf
or desktop. The device also can be mounted on the wall as shown below.
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The diameter of the screw is 4.69mm<D<10mm, and the distance of two screws is
84mm. The screw that project from the wall need around 8mm based, and the
length of the screw need to be at least 20mm to withstand the weight of the
product.
2. 2. Connect Your Modem Router
Follow the steps below to connect your modem router. 1. Connect the DSL line
and power adapter. The electrical outlet shall be installed
near the device and shall be easily accessible.
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Chapter 2
Phone Jack
Power Adapter
1 Attach the
antennas.
LINE
Phone Cable
2
DSL Splitter
PHONE MODEM
4 Push in the Power button
on the side panel to turn
on the modem router.
Power Power
LAN1
LAN2
LAN3
LAN4/WAN
Modem Router
Phone Cable
Phone (Optional)
If you don’t need the phone service, just directly connect the modem router to the phone jack with the provided phone cable, then follow steps 4 and 5 to complete the hardware connection.
DSL
DSL
3
5 Verify that the following LEDs
turn stable before continuing with the configuration.
Power On DSL On
30°
30°
Notes:
1. The DSL LED takes about 1 to 2 minutes to stabilize.
2. We recommend that the outside two antennas be outward at about 30 degrees.
2. Connect your computer to the modem router.
Method 1: Wired
Connect your computer’s Ethernet port to the LAN port on the modem router via
the Ethernet cable.
Method 2: Wirelessly
Use the default SSID (Wireless Network Name) and Wireless Password printed on
the included Wi-Fi Info Card or on the product label of the modem router to
connect wirelessly.
Method 3: Use the WPS button
Wireless devices that support WPS, including Android phones, tablets, most USB
network cards, can be connected to your router through this method. (WPS is
not supported by iOS devices.)
Note: The WPS function cannot be configured if the wireless function of the
router is disabled. Also, the WPS function will be disabled if your wireless
encryption is WEP. Please make sure the wireless function is enabled and is
configured with the appropriate encryption before configuring the WPS.
1 ) Tap the WPS icon on the device’s screen.
2 ) Immediately press the WPS button on your modem router.
3 ) The WPS LED flashes for about two minutes during the WPS process.
4 ) When the WPS LED stabilizes and remains on, the client device has
successfully connected to the modem router.
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Log In to Your Modem Router
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Log In to Your Modem Router
With the web management page, it is easy to configure and manage the modem
router. The web management page can be used on any Windows, Macintosh or UNIX
OS with a Web browser, such as Microsoft Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox or
Apple Safari.
Follow the steps below to log in to your modem router.
1. If the TCP/IP Protocol on your computer is set to the static (fixed) IP
address, you need to change its settings to obtain an IP address
automatically. Refer to Appendix: Troubleshooting to configure your computer.
2. Launch a web browser and go to http://tplinkmodem.net or
http://192.168.1.1. Create a strong password and click Let’s Get Started to
log in.
Note: If you have registered a TP-Link ID and bind your cloud router to it, the login password you created here should be ineffective. Please log in to the cloud router using your TP-Link ID.
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Set Up Internet Connections
This chapter introduces how to connect your modem router to the internet. The
modem router is equipped with a web-based Quick Setup wizard. It has many ISP
information built in, automates many of the steps and verifies that those
steps have been successfully completed. Furthermore, you can also set up an
IPv6 connection if your ISP provides IPv6 service. This chapter includes the
following sections: · Use Quick Setup Wizard · Manually Set Up an Internet
Connection · Test Internet Connectivity · Set Up an IPv6 Connection · More
Operation Modes
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4. 1. Use Quick Setup Wizard
1. Visit http://tplinkmodem.net, and log in with the password you set for the
modem router.
2. Click Quick Setup on the top of the page. Then follow the step-by-step
instructions to connect your router to the internet.
3. To enjoy a more complete service from TP-Link (remote management, TP-Link
DDNS, etc.), log in with your TP-Link ID or click Register Now to get one.
Then follow the instructions to bind the modem router to your TP-Link ID.
Note: 1. To learn more about the TP-Link Cloud service, please refer to the
TP-Link Cloud section. 2. If you do not want to register a TP-Link ID for now,
you may click Log In Later to proceed. 3. If you have changed the preset
wireless network name (SSID) and wireless password during the Quick Setup
process,
all your wireless devices must use the new SSID and password to connect to the
router.
4. 2. Manually Set Up an Internet Connection
1. Visit http://tplinkmodem.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the
password you set for the modem router.
2. Go to Basic > Internet page. Select your ISP, and related information will
be automatically filled in. For some ISPs, you may need to manually specify
some information provided. If you can’t find your ISP in the ISP List, select
Other and then enter the information provided by your ISP.
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3. Click Save to make the settings effective, and you can refer to Test
Internet Connectivity to test the internet connection.
Tips: You can view and edit all internet connection settings on the Advanced >
Network > Internet page.
4. 3. Test Internet Connectivity
After manually setting up the internet connection, you need to test the
internet connectivity. The modem router provides a diagnostic tool to help you
locate the source of any problems. 1. Visit http://tplinkmodem.net, and log in
with your TP-Link ID or the password you
set for the modem router. 2. Go to Advanced > System Tools > Diagnostics page.
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3. Click Start to test the internet connectivity and you will see the test
result in the gray box.
4. 4. Set Up an IPv6 Connection
If your ISP has provided a DSL line that supports IPv6 connection as well as
some detailed IPv6 parameters, you can manually set up an IPv6 connection. If
your ISP provides an IPv4-only connection or IPv6 tunnel service, permit IPv6
connection by referring to Set Up the IPv6 Tunnel. Follow the steps below to
set up an IPv6 connection: 1. Make sure you have set up an IPv4 connection
either manually or by using the Quick
Setup wizard before setting up an IPv6 connection. 2. Visit
http://tplinkmodem.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you
set for the modem router. 3. Go to Advanced > Network > Internet page.
4. Select your WAN Interface Name (Status should be Connect) and click the icon.
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5. Scroll down the page, enable IPv6, and configure the IPv6 parameters.
· Addressing Type: Consult your ISP for the addressing type (DHCP or SLAAC).
SLAAC is the most commonly used addressing type.
· IPv6 Gateway: Keep the default setting as Current Connection.
Note: If your ISP has provided the IPv6 address, click Advanced to reveal more
settings. Check to use IPv6 specified by ISP and enter the parameters provided
by your ISP.
6. Click Save to make the settings effective. Now IPv6 service is available
for your network.
4. 5. More Operation Modes
The modem router supports two more operation modes: Wireless Router mode and
3G/4G Router mode. You can change the mode according to your needs.
4. 5. 1. Wireless Router Mode
If you already have a modem or your internet comes via an Ethernet jack on the
wall, you can set up the modem router as a regular wireless router to share
the internet. 1. Find the WAN port (labeled as LAN4/WAN) on the modem router,
and connect it
to your existing modem or the Ethernet jack on the wall. Then connect the
power adapter and turn on the modem router. If you connect an existing modem,
reboot it to get the modem router connected to the internet. 2. Connect your
computer to the modem router. For details, refer to Connect Your Modem Router.
3. Visit http://tplinkmodem.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the
password you set for the modem router. 4. Go to Advanced > Operation Mode,
select the Wireless Router Mode, and click Save. The modem router will reboot.
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5. Go to Basic > Internet, select the Connection Type, and enter the information provided by your ISP.
6. Click Save to make the settings effective.
Tips: 1. You can view and edit all internet connections on Advanced > Network
Internet page. 2. In the Wireless Router Mode, you can also permit IPv6 connection by setting up an IPv6 connection or the IPv6 tunnel
just as in the DSL Modem Router Mode. For details, refer to Set Up an IPv6 Connection and Set Up the IPv6 Tunnel.
4. 5. 2. 3G/4G Router Mode
The modem router can be used as a 3G/4G wireless router if you have a 3G/4G USB modem. There are two ways to use your 3G/4G network: · As a backup solution for internet access Use this way if you have set up an internet connection successfully and want to use the 3G/4G network as a backup network. Your modem router will be directly connected to the 3G/4G network when the original network service fails. For detailed instructions, refer to As a Backup Solution for Internet Access. · As the only way to access the internet Use this way if wired internet access is not available and you can only use the 3G/4G network to access the internet. For detailed instructions, refer to As the Only Way to Access the Internet.
Tips: In the 3G/4G Router Mode, you can also permit IPv6 connection by setting up the IPv6 tunnel just as in the DSL Modem Router Mode. For details, refer to Set Up the IPv6 Tunnel.
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TP-Link Cloud Service
TP-Link Cloud service provides a better way to manage your cloud devices. Log
in to your router with a TP-Link ID, and you can easily monitor and manage
your home network when you are out and about via the Tether app on your
smartphone or tablet. To ensure that your router stays new and gets better
over time, the TP-Link Cloud will notify you when an important firmware
upgrade is available. Surely you can also manage multiple TP-Link Cloud
devices with a single TP-Link ID. This chapter introduces how to register a
new TP-Link ID, bind or unbind TP-Link IDs to manage your router, and the
Tether app with which you can manage your home network no matter where you may
find yourself. It contains the following sections: · Register a TP-Link ID ·
Change Your TP-Link ID Information · Manage the User TP-Link IDs · Manage the
Router via TP-Link Tether App
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5. 1. Register a TP-Link ID
If you have skipped the registration during the Quick Setup process, you can:
- Visit http://tplinkmodem.net, and log in with the password you set for the router. 2. Go to Basic > TP-Link Cloud. 3. Click Register Now and follow the instructions to register a TP-Link ID.
4. After activating your TP-Link ID, come back to the TP-Link Cloud page to
log in. The first-time login TP-Link ID will be bound automatically to your
cloud router as an Admin.
Note: · The TP-Link ID also can be registered via the TP-Link Tether app.
Please refer to Install the Tether App on Your
Smartphones or Tablets to install the app. Launch the app, tap in the top-left
corner of the screen and tap Login, and then click New User to register a new
one. · If you want to unbind the admin TP-Link ID from your router, please go
to Basic > TP-Link Cloud, click Unbind in the Device Information section.
5. 2. Change Your TP-Link ID Information
Follow the steps below to change your email address and password of your TP-
Link ID as needed. 1. Visit http://tplinkmodem.net, and log in with your TP-
Link ID. 2. Go to Basic > TP-Link Cloud, and focus on the Account Information
section. · Change your email address 1. Click behind the Email. 2. Enter the
password of your TP-Link ID, then the new email address. And click Save.
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· Change your password 1. Click behind the Password. 2. Enter the current password, then a new password twice. And click Save.
5. 3. Manage the User TP-Link IDs
The first-time login TP-Link ID will be bound automatically to your router as
an Admin account. An admin account can add or remove other TP-Link IDs to the
same router as Users. Admin account and User accounts both can monitor and
manage the router locally or remotely, except that user accounts cannot: ·
Reset the router to factory default settings from the web management page or
Tether app. · Add/remove other TP-Link IDs to/from the router.
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5. 3. 1. Add an TP-Link ID to Manage the Router
1. Visit http://tplinkmodem.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID.
2. Go to Basic > TP-Link Cloud, and focus on the Bound Accounts section.
3. Click
, enter another TP-Link ID as needed and click Save.
Note: If you need another TP-Link ID, please refer to Install the Tether App on Your Smartphones or Tablets to install the app. Launch the app, tap in the top-left corner of the screen and tap Login, and then click New User to register a new one.
4. The new TP-Link ID will be displayed in the Bound Accounts table as a User.
5. 3. 2. Remove TP-Link ID(s) From Managing the Router
1. Visit http://tplinkmodem.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID. 2. Go to
Basic > TP-Link Cloud, and focus on the Bound Accounts section. 3. Check the
box(es) of the TP-Link ID(s) you want to remove and click Unbind.
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5. 4. Manage the Router via TP-Link Tether App
5. 4. 1. Install the Tether App on Your Smartphones or Tablets
The Tether app runs on iOS and Android devices like smartphones and tablets.
- Open the Apple App Store or Google Play and search the key word TP-Link
Tether
or simply scan the QR code to download and install the app.
OR
2. Launch the Tether app and log in with your TP-Link ID. If you don’t have a
TP-Link ID, create one first.
3. Connect your device to the modem router’s wireless network.
4. Go back to the Tether app, select the model of your router and log in with
the password you set for the modem router.
5. Manage your modem router as needed.
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OneMeshTM with Seamless Roaming
This chapter introduces the TP-Link OneMeshTM feature. It contains the
following sections: · Set Up a OneMeshTM Network · Manage Devices in the
OneMeshTM Network
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OneMeshTM with Seamless Roaming
TP-Link OneMeshTM router and TP-Link OneMeshTM extenders work together to form
one unified Wi-Fi network. Walk through your home and stay connected with the
fastest possible speeds thanks to OneMesh’s seamless coverage.
Unified Wi-Fi Network
Router and extenders share the same wireless settings, including network name,
password, access control settings and more.
Seamless Roaming
Devices automatically switch between your router and extenders as you move
through your home for the fastest possible speeds.
Easy Setup and Management
Set up a OneMeshTM network with a push of WPS buttons. Manage all network
devices on the Tether app or at your router’s web management page.
Unified OneMeshTM Network
INTERNET
SAME
Network Name & Password for Seamless Roaming
6. 1. Set Up a OneMeshTM Network
1. Visit http://tplinkmodem.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the
password you set for the router.
2. Go to Basic > OneMesh or Advanced > Wireless > OneMesh.
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Note: Early firmware versions may not support OneMeshTM. If you can’t find the OneMesh page, please upgrade your router to the latest firmware version. For upgrade instructions, refer to Update the Firmware.
3. Connect one or more OneMeshTM extenders to this router by following the
setup instructions in the extenders’ manuals.
Note: To check full list of TP-Link OneMeshTM devices, visit https://www.tp-
link.com/onemesh/compatibility.
4. If you have set up an extender to join the OneMeshTM network, it will be
listed in the Devices in OneMesh Network list. Otherwise, you need to find it
in the Available OneMesh Devices list and click Add to add it to the OneMeshTM
network.
Now your router and extenders successfully form one OneMeshTM network!
6. 2. Manage Devices in the OneMeshTM Network
In a OneMeshTM network, you can manage all mesh devices and clients on your
router’s web page.
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· To view all mesh devices and clients in the OneMeshTM network: 1. Visit
http://tplinkmodem.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you
set
for the router. 2. Go to Basic > Network Map. 3. Click the Mesh Devices, Wired
Clients, or Wireless Clients icon to view the related
device or client list.
· To manage each OneMeshTM device in the network: 1. Visit
http://tplinkmodem.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you
set
for the router. 2. Go to Basic > OneMesh or Advanced > Wireless > OneMesh.
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3. Click a OneMeshTM device to view the device information, or click
On the Device Info page, you can: · Click Manage Device to redirect to the web
mangement page of this OneMeshTM device. · Click Leave OneMesh to delete this
device from the OneMeshTM network.
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IPTV
IPTV is the abbreviation of Internet Protocol Television. The service can only
be delivered through the Internet, and our modem router provides a specific
LAN port for IPTV. By automatically separating IPTV from Internet surfing, you
can enjoy a high quality of video streaming and fast browsing speeds at the
same time.
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I want to:
Configure the modem router to enable Internet Protocol Television (IPTV)
Services. For example, I already bought IPTV service, but this service can
only be delivered through the Internet. Therefore, I need to configure my
modem router first.
How can I do that?
1. Visit http://tplinkmodem.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the
password you set for the router.
2. Go to Advanced > IPTV to open the configuration page.
3. Check Enable to enable IPTV function. 4. Select your ISP from the Profile
drop-down listand and then the VLAN ID will be
automatically filled in. If your ISP is not listed, select Others and then
configure your VLAN ID using the parameters provided by your IPTV service
provider. 5. Select a connection type from the Profile drop-down listand
according to your IPTV connection. If you select Bridge, specify a LAN port
for the IPTV connection and connect the set-top box to this port. 6. Click
Save to make the settings effective.
Done!
Modem router configuration is complete! You may still need to configure
settings on your set-top box before enjoying your IPTV service.
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Guest Network
This function allows you to provide Wi-Fi access for guests without disclosing
your main network. When you have guests in your house, apartment, or
workplace, you can create a guest network for them. In addition, you can
assign network authorities and bandwidth for guests to ensure network
security, privacy, and fluency. · Create a Network for Guests · Customize
Guest Network Options
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Guest Network
8. 1. Create a Network for Guests
1. Visit http://tplinkmodem.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the
password you set for the router.
2. Go to Advanced > Guest Network. Locate the Wireless Settings section. 3.
Create 2.4GHz and 5GHz guest network according to your needs.
1 ) Enable 2.4GHz Wireless or 5GHz Wireless or enable both according to your
needs.
2 ) Set an easy-to-identify SSID. Don`t select Hide SSID unless you want your
guests and other people to manually input this SSID for Wi-Fi access.
3 ) Set Security to WPA/WPA2 Personal, keep the default Version and Encryption
values, and set an easy-to-remember password. 2.4GHz and 5GHz guest networks
share the same password.
4. Click Save. Now your guests can access your guest network using the SSID
and password you set!
Tips: To view guest network information, go to Advanced > Status and find the
Guest Network section.
8. 2. Customize Guest Network Options
1. Visit http://tplinkmodem.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the
password you set for the router.
2. Go to Advanced > Guest Network.
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3. Assign network authorities and bandwidth according to your needs. · Allow
Guests to Access Each Other Select this check box to allow the clients in your
guest network to access each other’s files. · Allow Guests to Access My Local
Network Select this check box to allow the clients in your guest network to
access your local network, not just the internet. · Allow Guests to Access My
USB Storage Sharing Select this check box to allow the clients in your guest
network to access your router’s USB storage sharing. · Enable QoS for Guest
Network Select this check box to set the QoS Priority of the guest network.
This option is available only when QoS is enabled on the Advanced > QoS page.
4. Click Save. Now users in your guest network can enjoy only the network
authorities at the priority you assigned!
Tips: To view guest network information, go to Advanced > Status and find the
Guest Network section.
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USB Settings
This chapter describes how to use the USB ports to share files, and media from
the USB storage devices over your home network locally, or remotely through
the internet. The modem router supports USB external flash drives, and hard
drives. This chapter contains the following sections: · Access the USB Storage
Device · Media Sharing · 3G/4G Settings
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9. 1. Access the USB Storage Device
Insert your USB storage device into the modem router’s USB port and then access files
stored there locally or remotely.
Tips:
· If you use USB hubs, make sure no more than 4 devices are connected to the modem router.
· If the USB storage device requires using bundled external power, make sure the external power has been
connected.
· If you use a USB hard drive, make sure its file system is FAT32 or NTFS. Some modem routers also support
the HFS+ and exFAT file systems.
· Before you physically disconnect a USB device from the modem router, safely remove it to avoid data
damage: Go to Advanced > USB Sharing > USB Storage Device and click
.
9. 1. 1. Access the USB Device Locally
Insert your USB storage device into the modem router’s USB port and then refer
to the following table to access files stored on your USB storage device:
· Method 1:
Go to Computer > Network, then click the Network Server Name (ARCHER_model
number by default) in the Computer section.
Note: 1. Operations in different systems are similar. Here we take Windows 7
as an example. 2. Network Server Name can be customized on the web management
page.
Windows computer
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· Method 2: Open the Windows Explorer (or go to Computer) and type the server
address \tplinkmodem.net or ftp://tplinkmodem.net in the address bar, then
press Enter.
Windows computer
1 ) Select Go > Connect to Server 2 ) Type the server address
smb://tplinkmodem.net 3 ) Click Connect
Mac
4 ) When prompted, select the Guest radio box. (If you have set up a username
and a password to deny anonymous access to the USB disks, you should select
the Registered User radio box. To learn how to set up an account for the
access, refer to To Set up Authentication for Data Security.)
Tips: You can also use the FTP, http and SFTP methods to access the USB
storage device.
Tablet Use a third-party app for network files management.
9. 1. 2. Access the USB Device Remotely
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· Share photos and other large files with your friends without logging in to
(and paying for) a photo-sharing site or email system.
· Get a safe backup for the materials for a presentation. · Save and remove
the files on your camera’s memory card during your travels.
Note: If your ISP assigns a private WAN IP address (such as 192.168.x.x or
10.x.x.x), you cannot use this feature because private addresses are not
routed on the internet.
Follow the steps below to configure remote access settings.
1. Visit http://tplinkmodem.net, then log in with your TP-Link ID or the
password you set for the modem router.
2. Go to Advanced > USB Sharing > USB Storage Device page and locate the
Sharing Settings section.
3. Select the check box to enable FTP (via Internet), or https (via
Internet), or SFTP (via Internet), then click Save.
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1 ) Open the Windows Explorer (or go to Computer, only for Windows users) or
open a web browser.
2 ) Type the server address in the address bar: Type in ftp://<WAN IP address
of the modem router>:
Windows computer
Tablet
3 ) Press Enter on the keyboard. 4 ) Access with the username and password you
set in To Set up
Authentication for Data Security.
Tips: You can also access the USB disk via a third-party app for network files
management, which can resume broken file transfers.
Use a third-party app for network files management.
Tips: Click Set Up a Dynamic DNS Service Account to learn how to set up a domain name for your modem router.
9. 1. 3. Customize the Access Settings
By default, all the network clients can access all folders on your USB disk.
You can customize your sharing settings by setting a sharing account, sharing
specific contents and setting a new sharing address on the modem router’s web
management page. 1. Visit http://tplinkmodem.net, then log in with your TP-
Link ID or the password you
set for the modem router. 2. Go to Advanced > USB Sharing > USB Storage Device
page.
· To Customize the Address of the USB Disk You can customize the server name
and use the name to access your USB disk. 1. On the Sharing Settings part,
make sure Network Neighborhood is ticked, and enter
a Network/Media Server Name as you like, such as MyShare, then click Save.
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2. Now you can access the USB disk by visiting \MyShare (for Windows) or
smb:// MyShare (for Mac).
· To Only Share Specific Content 1. Focus on the Folder Sharing section. Click
the button to disable Share All, then click
Add to add a new sharing folder.
2. Select the Volume Name and Folder Path, then enter a Folder Name as you
like. 3. Decide the way you share the folder:
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· Enable Authentication: Select to enable authentication for this folder
sharing, and you will be required to log in to the Sharing Account to access
the USB disk. Refer to To Set up Authentication for Data Security to learn
more.
· Enable Write Access: If you tick this check box, network clients can modify
this folder.
· Enable Media Sharing: Tick to enable media sharing for this folder, and you
can view photos, play music and watch movies stored on the USB disk directly
from DLNA-supported devices. Refer to Media Sharing to learn more.
4. Click Save.
Tips: The modem router can share eight volumes at most. You can click you do not need to share.
on the page to detach the corresponding volume
· To Set up Authentication for Data Security
You can set up authentication for your USB device so that network clients will
be required to enter the username and password when accessing the USB disk.
1. Under Sharing Account, choose Use Default Account or Use New Account. The
username and password are both admin for the default account. If your choose
Use New Account, you have to customize the username and a password.
Note: For Windows users, do not set the sharing username the same as the
Windows username. Otherwise, Windows credential mechanism may cause the
following problems: · If the sharing password is also the same as the Windows
password, authentication will not work since the Windows
system will automatically use its account information for USB access. · If the
sharing password is different from the Windows password, the Windows system
will be unable to remember
your credentials and you will always be required to enter the sharing password
for USB access.
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2. Specify the folder(s) to enable authentication. · If you want to enable authentication for all folders, leave Share All enabled, and toggle on Enable Authentication.
· If you want to enable authentication for specific folders, disable Share All and click Add to specify the folders, and select Enable Authentication.
Note: Due to Windows credential mechanism, you might be unable to access the
USB disk after changing Authentication settings. Please log out from the
Windows and try to access again. Or you can change the address of the USB disk
by referring to To Customize the Address of the USB Disk.
9. 2. Media Sharing
Media Sharing allows you to view photos, play music and watch movies stored on
the USB disk directly from DLNA-supported devices, such as your computer,
tablet or games console. 1. When your USB disk is inserted into the modem
router, your DLNA-supported
devices (such as your computer and tablet) connected to the modem router can
detect and play the media files on the USB disks.
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2. Refer to the following table for detailed instructions.
· Go to Computer > Network, then click the Media Server Name (Archer_ model
number by default) in the Media Devices section.
Note: Here we take Windows 7 as an example.
Windows Computer
Smart device
· Use a third-party DLNA-supported player.
9. 3. 3G/4G Settings
The modem router can be used as a 3G/4G wireless router if you have a 3G/4G
USB modem. There are two ways to use your 3G/4G network: · As a backup
solution for internet access · As the only way to access the internet
9. 3. 1. As a Backup Solution for Internet Access
Using 3G/4G network as a backup solution for internet access, your modem
router will be directly connected to the 3G/4G network when the original
network service fails. Follow the steps below to set your 3G/4G network as a
backup for internet access:
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1. Plug your USB modem into the USB port of your modem router.
2. Visit http://tplinkmodem.net, then log in with your TP-Link ID or the
password you set for the modem router.
3. Go to Advanced > USB Settings > 3G/4G Settings, and select the box of
Enable 3G/4G as a backup solution for Internet access.
4. Verify that your 3G/4G USB Modem is successfully identified.
Note: The 3G/4G USB modem will not be identified if it is incompatible with
the modem router. Find the 3G/4G Compatibility List on the web page:
http://www.tp-link.com/en/comp-list.html. If your USB modem is incompatible,
contact our technical support.
5. Verify that the modem router has correctly recognized your Mobile ISP.
When your Mobile ISP is correct, you have successfully set 3G/4G network as a
backup solution for internet access. Otherwise, select the box Set the Dial
Number, APN, Username and Password manually and enter the information provided
by your 3G/4G network service provider.
6. Click Advanced to have more configurations if needed. 7. Click Save to
make the settings effective.
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9. 3. 2. As the Only Way to Access the Internet
If you want the 3G/4G network to be your only way to access the internet,
follow the steps below to configure: 1. Plug your USB modem into the USB port
of your modem router. 2. Visit http://tplinkmodem.net, and log in with your
TP-Link ID or the password you
set for the modem router. 3. Go to Advanced > Operation Mode and choose 3G/4G
Router Mode. 4. Click Save and when the modem router is successfully rebooted,
the settings will
be effective. 5. Go to Advanced > USB Sharing > 3G/4G Settings.
6. Verify that your 3G/4G USB Modem is successfully detected.
Note: If your 3G/4G USB modem is incompatible with the modem router, it will
not be identified. Find the 3G/4G Compatibility List on the web page:
http://www.tp-link.com/en/comp-list.html. If your USB modem is incompatible,
contact our technical support.
7. Verify that the modem router has correctly recognized your Mobile ISP.
When your Mobile ISP is correct, you can enjoy the internet! Otherwise, select
the box Set the Dial Number, APN, Username and Password manually and enter the
information provided by your 3G/4G network service provider.
8. Select the Connection Mode. The default mode is Always on. You can choose
Connect on demand or Connect manually.
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· If you choose Connect manually, you need to click the Connect or Disconnect
button to manually turn on or off the internet.
· If you choose Connect on demand, the network will automatically turn off
when there is no internet request in Max Idle Time, and turn on again when you
try to connect to the internet.
9. Click Advanced to have more configurations if needed.
10. Click Save to make the settings effective.
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This function allows you to block inappropriate, explicit and malicious
websites and limit internet access during specified time periods.
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I want to:
Control what types of websites my children or other home network users can
visit and the time of day they are allowed to access the internet. For
example, I want to allow my children’s devices (for example, a computer or a
tablet) to access only www.tp-link.com and wikipedia.org from 18:00 (6PM) to
22:00 (10PM) on weekdays and not other time.
How can I do that?
1. Visit http://tplinkmodem.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the
password you set for the router.
2. Go to Basic or Advanced > Parental Controls and enable Parental Controls.
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4. Click Scan, and add the device to be controlled. Or, enter the Device Name
and MAC Address manually.
5. Click the icon to set the Effective Time. Drag the cursor over the
appropriate cell(s) and click OK.
Note: The time of Parental Controls is based on the system time of the modem
router. Please go to Advanced > System Tools > Time Settings to set the
correct time..
6. Enter a Description for the entry. 7. Select the check box to enable this
entry and click OK. 8. Enable Content Restriction and select the restriction
mode.
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1 ) In Blacklist mode, the controlled devices cannot access any websites
containing the specified keywords during the Effective Time period.
2 ) In Whitelist mode, the controlled devices can only access websites
containing the specified keywords during the Effective Time period.
9. Click Add a New Keyword. You can add many keywords for both Blacklist and
Whitelist. Below are some sample entries to allow access. 1 ) Enter a web
address (for example, www.tp-link.com) or a web address keyword (for example,
wikipedia) to only allow or block access to the websites containing that
keyword. 2 ) Specify the domain suffix (for example, .edu or .org) to allow
access only to the websites with that suffix.
10. Enter the keywords or websites you want to add and click Save.
Done!
Now you can control your children’s internet access according to your needs.
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QoS
This chapter explains how to create a QoS (Quality of Service) rule to
prioritize your online activities, which minimizes the impact caused by heavy
internet traffic. It contains the following sections: · Prioritize Internet
Traffic with QoS · Update the Database
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11. 1. Prioritize Internet Traffic with QoS
QoS (Quality of Service) is designed to ensure the efficient operation of the
network when network congestion is encountered.
I want to:
Specify priority levels for some devices or applications. For example, I have
several devices that are connected to my wireless network. I would like to set
an intermediate speed on the internet for my phone.
How can I do that?
1. Enable QoS and set bandwidth allocation. 1 ) Visit http://tplinkmodem.net,
and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router. 2 ) Go
to Advanced > QoS > Settings. 3 ) Select Enable QoS. 4 ) Choose your Line
Type. 5 ) Input the maximum upload and download bandwidth provided by your
internet service provider. 1Mbps equals to 1000Kbps. 6 ) If you want to
prioritize the IPTV traffic, select Enable, the IPTV Priority will be high. 7
) Click Advanced and drag the scroll bar to set the bandwidth priority
percentage. 8 ) Click Save.
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2 ) Choose the respective device from the list.
3 ) Click Save.
3. Refer to the steps above to apply other QoS rules if any.
Note: If you want to delete a QoS rule, click to remove the responding rule
from the list.
Done!
Now QoS is implemented to prioritize internet traffic.
11. 2. Update the Database
This function can help to add or update the applications the router supports.
If the applications you need are not listed in the Application list, you can
try to download the new version and upgrade the database. New database
versions are posted at www.tp-link.com and can be downloaded for free. 1.
Download the latest QoS database from our website (www.tp-link.com). 2. Visit
http://tplinkmodem.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you
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Network Security
This chapter guides you on how to protect your home network from unauthorized
users by implementing these five network security functions. You can protect
the router from cyber attacks using the Firewall, prevent certain users from
accessing the specified service, and even block internet access completely
using Service Filtering, or use Access Control to block or allow specific
client devices to access your network. Or you can prevent ARP spoofing and ARP
attacks by using IP & MAC Binding and you can protect your IPv6 network by
preventing access from the internet using IPv6 Firewall. · Firewall & DoS
Protection · Service Filtering · Access Control · IP & MAC Binding · IPv6
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12. 1. Firewall & DoS Protection
The SPI (Stateful Packet Inspection) Firewall and DoS (Denial of Service)
Protection protect the router from cyber attacks. The SPI Firewall can prevent
cyber attacks and validate the traffic that is passing through the router
based on the protocol. This function is enabled by default, and it’s
recommended to keep the default settings.
DoS Protection can protect your home network against DoS attacks from flooding
your network with server requests. Follow the steps below to configure DoS
Protection.
1. Visit http://tplinkmodem.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the
password you set for the router.
2. Go to Advanced > Security > Firewall & DoS Protection.
3. Enable DoS Protection. 4. Set the level (Low, Middle or High) of
protection for ICMP-Flood Attack Filtering,
UDP-Flood Attack Filtering and TCP-Flood Attack Filtering. · ICMP-Flood Attack
Filtering – Enable to prevent the ICMP (Internet Control
Message Protocol) flood attack. · UDP-Flood Attack Filtering – Enable to
prevent the UDP (User Datagram
Protocol) flood attack. · TCP-Flood Attack Filtering – Enable to prevent the
TCP (Transmission Control
Protocol) flood attack. 5. Click Save.
Tips: 1. The level of protection is based on the number of traffic packets.
Specify the level at DoS Protection Level Settings.
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2. The protection will be triggered immediately when the number of packets
exceeds the preset threshold value, and the vicious host will be displayed in
the Blocked DoS Host List.
12. 2. Service Filtering
With Service Filtering, you can prevent certain users from accessing the
specified service, and even block internet access completely. 1. Visit
http://tplinkmodem.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you
set for the router. 2. Go to Advanced > Security > Service Filtering. 3.
Toggle on Service Filtering. 4. Click Add.
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5. Select a Service Type from the drop-down list and the following four
fields will be auto-populated. Select Custom when your desired service type is
not listed, and enter the information manually.
6. Specify the IP address(es) that this filtering rule will apply to. 7.
Click Save.
Note: If you want to disable this entry, click the icon.
12. 3. Access Control
Access Control is used to block or allow specific client devices to access
your network (via wired or wireless) based on a list of blocked devices
(Blacklist) or a list of allowed devices (Whitelist).
I want to:
Block or allow specific client devices to access my network (via wired or
wireless).
How can I do that?
1. Visit http://tplinkmodem.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the
password you set for the router.
2. Go to Advanced > Security > Access Control and enable Access Control.
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3. Select the access mode to either block (recommended) or allow the
device(s) in the list. To block specific device(s) 1 ) Select Blacklist and
click Save. 2 ) Select the device(s) to be blocked in the Online Devices
table. 3 ) Click Block above the Online Devices table. The selected devices
will be added to Devices in Blacklist automatically. To allow specific
device(s) 1 ) Select Whitelist and click Save. 2 ) Click Add.
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1 ) Click San and the Device Name and MAC Address will be automatically filled
in. Or enter the Device Name and MAC Address manually.
2 ) Click Save.
Done!
Now you can block or allow specific client devices to access your network (via
wired or wireless) using the Blacklist or Whitelist.
12. 4. IP & MAC Binding
IP & MAC Binding, namely, ARP (Address Resolution Protocol) Binding, is used
to bind a network device’s IP address to its MAC address. This will prevent
ARP spoofing and other ARP attacks by denying network access to a device with
a matching IP address in the Binding list, but an unrecognized MAC address.
I want to:
Prevent ARP spoofing and ARP attacks.
How can I do that?
1. Visit http://tplinkmodem.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the
password you set for the router.
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To bind the connected device(s) 1 ) Select the device(s) to be bound in the
ARP List. 2 ) Click Bind to add to the Binding List. To bind the unconnected
device 1 ) Click Add.
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2 ) Enter the MAC Address and IP Address that you want to bind. 3 ) Select the
check box to enable the entry and click OK.
Done!
Enjoy the internet without worrying about ARP spoofing and ARP attacks.
12. 5. IPv6 Firewall
IPv6 Firewall protects your IPv6 network by preventing access from the
internet. However, when you are hosting a service, such as a file sharing
server in your local network, you can choose to allow access to the server
from the internet by adding entries on this page. This feature is available
only when you’ve set up an IPv6 connection. 1. Visit http://tplinkmodem.net,
and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you
set for the router. 2. Go to Advanced > Security > IPv6 Firewall. 3. Click
Add.
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4. Select an interface name from the drop-down list. Interface names are
names of the internet connections you have set up.
5. Click Scan to select a service from the list to automatically populate the
Port field with an appropriate port number. It is recommended to keep the
default Port if you are unsure about which one to use. If the service is not
listed, manually enter the Service Type and the Port number (e.g., 21 or
21-25).
6. Click Scan to select the local host device running the service. If the
device is not listed, enter its global IPv6 address in the Internal IP field
7. Select a protocol for the service from the drop-down list. 8. Tick Enable
This Entry and click Save.
Note: If you want to disable this entry, click the icon.
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Modem router’s NAT (Network Address Translation) feature makes the devices in
the LAN use the same public IP address to communicate in the internet, which
protects the local network by hiding IP addresses of the devices. However, it
also brings about the problem that external host cannot initiatively
communicate with the specified device in the local network. The modem router
can use a forwarding feature to remove the isolation of NAT and allow external
internet hosts to intuitively communicate with the devices in the local
network, thus enabling some special features. TP-Link modem router includes
four forwarding rules. If two or more rules are set, the priority of
implementation from high to low is Virtual Servers, Port Triggering, UPNP and
DMZ. This chapter contains the following sections: · Translate Address and
Port by ALG · Share Local Resources over the Internet by Virtual Server · Open
Ports Dynamically by Port Triggering · Make Applications Free from Port
Restriction by DMZ · Make Xbox Online Games Run Smoothly by UPnP
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13. 1. Translate Address and Port by ALG
ALG (Application Layer Gateway) allows customized NAT (Network Address
Translation) traversal filters to be plugged into the gateway to support
address and port translation for certain application layer “control/data”
protocols: FTP, TFTP, H323 etc. Enabling ALG is recommended.
1. Visit http://tplinkmodem.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the
password you set for the router.
2. Go to Advanced > NAT Forwarding > ALG.
· PPTP Pass-through: If enabled, it allows Point-to-Point sessions to be
tunneled through an IP network and passed through the router.
· L2TP Pass-through: If enabled, it allows Layer 2 Point-to-Point sessions to
be tunneled through an IP network and passed through the router.
· IPSec Pass-through: If enabled, it allows IPSec (Internet Protocol Security)
to be tunneled through an IP network and passed through the router. IPSec uses
cryptographic security services to ensure private and secure communications
over IP networks.
· FTP ALG: If enabled, it allows FTP (File Transfer Protocol) clients and
servers to transfer data via NAT.
· TFTP ALG: If enabled, it allows TFTP (Trivial File Transfer Protocol)
clients and servers to transfer data via NAT.
· H323 ALG: If enabled, it allows Microsoft NetMeeting clients to communicate
via NAT. · SIP ALG: If enabled, it allows clients communicate with SIP
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· RTSP ALG: If enabled, it allows RTSP (Real-Time Stream Protocol) clients and
servers to transfer data via NAT.
13. 2. Share Local Resources over the Internet by Virtual Server
When you build up a server in the local network and want to share it on the
internet, Virtual Server can realize the service and provide it to the
internet users. At the same time virtual server can keep the local network
safe as other services are still invisible from the internet. Virtual server
can be used for setting up public services in your local network, such as
HTTP, FTP, DNS, POP3/SMTP and Telnet. Different service uses different service
port. Port 80 is used in HTTP service, port 21 in FTP service, port 25 in SMTP
service and port 110 in POP3 service. Please verify the service port number
before the configuration.
I want to:
Share my personal website I’ve built in a local network with my friends
through the internet. For example, the personal website has been built on my
home PC (192.168.1.100). I hope that my friends can visit my website. The PC
is connected to the modem router with the WAN IP address 218.18.232.154.
Personal Website Modem Router
LAN
Home
WAN: 218.18.232.154
How can I do that?
1. Assign a static IP address to your PC, for example 192.168.1.100. 2. Visit
http://tplinkmodem.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you
set for the router. 3. Go to Advanced > NAT Forwarding > Virtual Servers,
click Add.
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4. Click Scan, and choose HTTP. The external port, internal port and protocol
will be automatically filled with contents. Enter the PC’s IP address
192.168.1.100 in the Internal IP field.
5. Click Save to save the settings.
Tips: 1. It is recommended to keep the default settings of Internal Port and
Protocol if you are not clear about which port and
protocol to use. 2. If the service you want to use is not in the Service Type,
you can enter the corresponding parameters manually. You
should verify the port number that the service needs. 3. You can add multiple
virtual server rules if you want to provide several services from a modem
router. Please note that
the External Port cannot be overlapped.
Done!
Internet users can enter http://WAN IP (in this example:
http://218.18.232.154) to visit your personal website.
Tips: 1. For a WAN IP that is assigned dynamically by ISP, it is recommended
to apply and register a domain name for the
WAN by DDNS, go to Set Up a Dynamic DNS Service Account for more information.
Then you can use http://domain name to visit the website. 2. If you have
changed the default External Port, you should use http://WAN IP: External Port
or http://domain name: External Port to visit the website.
13. 3. Open Ports Dynamically by Port Triggering
Port triggering can specify a triggering port and its corresponding external
ports. When a host in the local network initiates a connection to the
triggering port, all the external ports will be opened for subsequent
connections. The modem router can record the IP
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address of the host. When the data from the internet returns to the external
ports, the modem router can forward them to the corresponding host. Port
triggering is mainly applied to online games, VoIPs and video players. Common
applications include MSN Gaming Zone, Dialpad, Quick Time 4 players, and so
on. Follow the steps below to configure the port triggering rules:
1. Visit http://tplinkmodem.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the
password you set for the router.
2. Go to Advanced > NAT Forwarding > Port Triggering and click Add.
3. Click Scan, and select the desired application. The triggering port and
protocol, the external port and protocol will be automatically filled with
contents. Here we take MSN Gaming Zone as an example.
4. Click Save to save the settings.
Tips: 1. You can add multiple port triggering rules according to your network
need. 2. If the application you need is not listed in the Existing
Applications list, please enter the parameters manually. You
should verify the external ports the application uses first and enter them
into External Port field according to the format the page displays.
13. 4. Make Applications Free from Port Restriction by DMZ
When a PC is set to be a DMZ (Demilitarized Zone) host in the local network,
it is totally exposed to the internet, which can realize the unlimited
bidirectional communication
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between internal hosts and external hosts. The DMZ host becomes a virtual
server with all ports opened. When you are not clear about which ports to open
in some special applications, like IP camera and database software, you can
set the PC to be a DMZ host.
Note: DMZ is most applicable when you don’t know which ports to open. When it
is enabled, the DMZ host is totally exposed to the internet, which may bring
some potential safety hazard. If DMZ is not in use, please disable it in time.
I want to:
Make the home PC join the internet online game without port restriction.
For example, Due to some port restriction, when playing the online games, you
can login normally but cannot join a team with other players. To solve this
problem, set your PC as a DMZ with all ports opened.
How can I do that?
1. Assign a static IP address to your PC, for example 192.168.1.100.
2. Visit http://tplinkmodem.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the
password you set for the router.
3. Go to Advanced > NAT Forwarding > DMZ and select the checkbox to enable
DMZ.
4. Enter the IP address 192.168.1.100 in the DMZ Host IP Address filed. 5.
Click Save to save the settings.
Done!
The configuration is completed. You’ve set your PC to a DMZ host and now you
can make a team to game with other players.
13. 5. Make Xbox Online Games Run Smoothly by UPnP
UPnP (Universal Plug and Play) protocol allows the applications or host
devices to automatically find the front-end NAT device and send request to it
to open the corresponding ports. With UPnP enabled, the applications or host
devices in the both sides of NAT device can freely communicate with each other
realizing the
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seamless connection of the network. You may need to enable the UPnP if you
want to use applications such as multiplayer gaming, peer-to-peer connections,
real-time communication (for example, VoIP or telephone conference), or remote
assistance.
Tips: 1. UPnP is enabled by default in this modem router. 2. Only the
application supporting UPnP protocol can use this feature. 3. UPnP feature
needs the support of operating system (e.g. Windows Vista/ Windows 7/ Windows
8, etc. Some of
operating system need to install the UPnP components).
For example, when you connect your Xbox to the modem router which has
connected to the internet to play online games, UPnP will send request to the
modem router to open the corresponding ports allowing the following data
penetrating the NAT to transmit. Therefore, you can play Xbox online games
without a hitch.
LAN
WAN
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Modem Router
If necessary, you can follow the steps to change the status of UPnP.
1. Visit http://tplinkmodem.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the
password you set for the modem router;
2. Go to Advanced > NAT Forwarding > UPnP and toggle on or off according to
your needs.
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VPN Server
The VPN (Virtual Private Networking) Server allows you to access your home
network in a secured way through the internet when you are out of the house.
The router offers three ways to setup VPN connection: OpenVPN, PPTP (Point to
Point Tunneling Protocol) VPN and IPSec (Internet Protocol Security) VPN.
OpenVPN is somewhat complex but with greater security and more stability. It
is suitable for restricted environment, such as campus network and company
intranet. PPTP VPN is easier to use and its speed is faster. It’s compatible
with most operating systems and also supports mobile devices. However, its
security is poor and packets may be cracked easily. PPTP VPN may be blocked by
some ISPs. IPSec (IP Security) is a set of services and protocols defined by
IETF (Internet Engineering Task Force) to provide high security for IP packets
and prevent attacks. This chapter contains the following sections, please
choose the appropriate VPN server connection type according to your needs. ·
Use OpenVPN to Access Your Home Network · Use PPTP VPN to Access Your Home
Network · Use IPSec VPN to Access Your Home Network
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14. 1. Use OpenVPN to Access Your Home Network
In an OpenVPN connection, the home network can act as a server, and the remote
device can access the server through the router which acts as an OpenVPN
Server gateway. To use the VPN feature, you should enable OpenVPN Server on
your router, install and run VPN client software on the remote device. Please
follow the steps below to set up an OpenVPN connection.
Step 1. Set up OpenVPN Server on Your Router
1. Visit http://tplinkmodem.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the
password you set for the router.
2. Go to Advanced > VPN > OpenVPN, and select Enable VPN Server.
Note: · Before you enable VPN Server, we recommend you configure Dynamic DNS
Service (recommended) or
assign a static IP address for your router’s WAN port and synchronize your
System Time via the internet. · The first time you configure the OpenVPN
Server, you may need to Generate a certificate before you
enable the VPN Server.
3. Select the Service Type (communication protocol) for OpenVPN Server: UDP,
TCP. 4. Enter a VPN Service Port to which a VPN device connects. The port
number should
be between 1024 and 65535. 5. In the VPN Subnet/Netmask fields, enter the
range of IP addresses that can be leased
to the device by the OpenVPN server.
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6. Select your Client Access type. Select Home Network Only if you only want
the remote device to access your home network; select Internet and Home
Network if you also want the remote device to access the internet through the
VPN Server.
7. Click Save.
8. Click Generate to get a new certificate.
Note: If you have already generated one, please skip this step, or click
Generate to update the certificate.
9. Click Export to save the OpenVPN configuration file which will be used by
the remote device to access your router.
Step 2. Configure OpenVPN Connection on Your Remote Device
1. Visit http://openvpn.net/index.php/download/community-downloads.html to
download the OpenVPN software, and install it on your device where you want to
run the OpenVPN client utility.
Note: You need to install the OpenVPN client utility on each device that you
want to be able to use the VPN function. Mobile devices should download a
third-party app from Google Play or Apple App Store.
2. After the installation, copy the file exported from your router to the
OpenVPN client utility’s “config” folder (for example, C:Program
FilesOpenVPNconfig on Windows). The path depends on where the OpenVPN client
utility is installed.
3. Run the OpenVPN client utility and connect it to OpenVPN Server.
14. 2. Use PPTP VPN to Access Your Home Network
PPTP VPN Server is used to create a VPN connection for remote devices. To use
the VPN feature, you should enable PPTP VPN Server on your router, and
configure the PPTP connection on the remote device. Please follow the steps
below to set up a PPTP VPN connection.
Step 1. Set up PPTP VPN Server on Your Router
1. Visit http://tplinkmodem.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the
password you set for the router.
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Note: Before you enable VPN Server, we recommend you configure Dynamic DNS
Service (recommended) or assign a static IP address for router’s WAN port and
synchronize your System Time with internet.
3. In the Client IP Address field, enter the range of IP addresses (up to 10)
that can be leased to the devices by the PPTP VPN server.
4. Enter the Username and Password to authenticate clients to the PPTP VPN
server. 5. Click Save.
Step 2. Configure PPTP VPN Connection on Your Remote Device
The remote device can use the Windows built-in PPTP software or a third-party
PPTP software to connect to PPTP Server. Here we use the Windows built-in PPTP
software as an example. 1. Go to Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet
Network and Sharing Center. 2. Select Set up a new connection or network.
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4. Select Use my Internet connection (VPN).
5. Enter the internet IP address of the router (for example: 218.18.1.73) in
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6. Enter the Username and Password you have set for the PPTP VPN server on
your router, and click Connect.
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14. 3. Use IPSec VPN to Access Your Home Network
IPSec VPN is used to create a VPN connection between local and remote
networks. To use IPSec VPN, you should check that both local and remote
routers support IPSec VPN feature. Then, follow the steps below to set up an
IPSec VPN connection.
1. The typical VPN topology is here. Site A refers to local network, and Site
B refers to the remote network that is to be connected. Record Site A and Site
B’s LAN and WAN IP addresses before you start configuration.
Site A
Site B Modem Router 2
WAN: 219.134.112.246
Modem router 1
WAN: 219.134.112.247
LAN: 192.168.1.1 Subnetmask: 255.255.255.0
LAN: 192.168.2.1 Subnetmask: 255.255.255.0
PC 1
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3 ) In the IPSec Connection Name column, specify a name. 4 ) In the Remote
IPSec Gateway (URL) column, Enter Site B’s WAN IP address. 5 ) Configure Site
A’s LAN.
In the Tunnel access from local IP addresses column, we take Subnet Address as
an example. Input the LAN IP range of Site A in the IP Address for VPN column,
and input Subnet Mask of Site A. 6 ) Configure Site B’s LAN. In the Tunnel
access from remote IP addresses column, we take Subnet Address as an example.
Input the LAN IP range of Site B in the IP Address for VPN column, and input
Subnet Mask of Site B. 7 ) Select the Key Exchange Method for the policy. We
select Auto(IKE) here.
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8 ) Enter the Pre-Shared Key for IKE authentication. Then keep Perfect Forward
Secrecy enabled.
Note: Make sure Site A and Site B use the same key.
9 ) Leave the Advanced Settings as default value. Then click Save.
Note: The Status column is Down after the configuration, and it will change to
UP only when Site A and Site B are communicating via the VPN connection.
3. Configuration on Site B (remote network). Refer to step 2 configuration on
Site A and make sure that Site A and Site B use the same pre-shared keys and
Perfect Forward Secrecy settings.
4. Check the VPN connection. You can ping site B’ LAN IP from your computer
in site A to verify that the IPSec VPN connection is set up correctly.
Tips: To check the VPN connection, you can do the following. 1. On the host in
Site A, press [Windows Logo] + [R] to open Run dialog. Input “cmd” and hit OK.
2. In the CLI window, type in “ping 192.168.2.x” (“192.168.2.x” can be IP address of any host in Site B). Then press [Enter].
3. If Ping proceeds successfully (gets replies from host in Site B), the
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Note: 1. The product supports a maximum of ten simultaneous connections. 2. If
one of the site has been offline for a while, for example, if Site A has been
disconnected, on Site B you need to click
Disable and then click Enable after Site A back on line in order to re-
establish the IPSec tunnel.
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This chapter introduces how to change the default settings or adjust the basic
configuration of the modem router using the web management page. It contains
the following sections: · LAN Settings · IPv6 LAN Settings · Wireless Settings
· Set Up a Dynamic DNS Service Account · Create Static Routes · Set Up the
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15. 1. LAN Settings
15. 1. 1. Change the LAN IP Address
The modem router is preset with a default LAN IP 192.168.1.1, which you can
use to log in to its web management page. The LAN IP address together with the
Subnet Mask also defines the subnet that the connected devices are on. If the
IP address conflicts with another device in your local network or your network
requires a specific IP subnet, you can change it.
Follow the steps below to change your IP address.
1. Visit http://tplinkmodem.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the
password you set for the router.
2. Go to Advanced > Network > LAN Settings page and select IPv4.
Note: If you have created an interface group, you can configure different IPv4
LAN settings for the default and created interface groups.
3. Type in a new IP Address appropriate to your needs. 4. Select the Subnet
Mask from the drop-down list. The subnet mask together with
the IP address identifies the local IP subnet. 5. Keep IGMP Snooping enabled
by default. IGMP snooping is the process of listening
to IGMP (Internet Group Management Protocol) network traffic. The function
prevents hosts on a local network from receiving traffic for a multicast group
they have not explicitly joined. 6. You can configure the modem router’s
Second IP and Subnet Mask for LAN interface through which you can also access
the web management page. 7. Leave the rest of the default settings as they
are. 8. Click Save to make the settings effective.
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15. 1. 2. Use the Modem Router as a DHCP Server
You can configure the modem router to act as a DHCP server to assign IP
addresses to its clients. To use the DHCP server function of the modem router,
you must configure all computers on the LAN to obtain an IP Address
automatically. Follow the steps below to configure DHCP server.
1. Visit http://tplinkmodem.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the
password you set for the router.
2. Go to Advanced > Network > LAN Settings page and select IPv4.
Note: If you have created an interface group, you can configure different IPv4
LAN settings for the default and created interface groups.
3. Select DHCP to enable the DHCP function and select DHCP Server.
4. Specify the IP Address Pool, the start address and end address must be on
the same subnet with LAN IP. The modem router will assign addresses within
this specified range to its clients. It is from 192.168.1.100 to 192.168.1.199
by default.
5. Enter a value for the Address Lease Time. The Address Lease Time is the
amount of time in which a DHCP client can lease its current dynamic IP address
assigned by the modem router. After the dynamic IP address expires, the user
will be automatically assigned a new dynamic IP address. The default is 1440
minutes.
6. Keep the rest of the settings as default and click Save.
Note: 1. The modem router can be configured to work as a DHCP Relay. A DHCP
relay is a computer that forwards DHCP data
between computers that request IP addresses and the DHCP server that assigns
the addresses. Each of the device’s interfaces can be configured as a DHCP
relay. If it is enabled, the DHCP requests from local PCs will be forwarded to
the DHCP server that runs on WAN side. 2. You can also appoint IP addresses
within a specified range to devices of the same type by using Condition Pool
feature. For example, you can assign IP addresses within the range
(192.168.1.50 to192.168.1.80) to Camera devices, thus facilitating the network
management. Enable DHCP feature and configure the parameters according to your
situation on the Advanced > Network > LAN Settings page.
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15. 1. 3. Reserve LAN IP Addresses
You can view and add a reserved address for a client. When you specify an IP
address for a device on the LAN, that device will always receive the same IP
address each time when it accesses the DHCP server. If there are some devices
in the LAN that require permanent IP addresses, please configure Address
Reservation on the router for the purpose. Follow the steps below to reserve
an IP address for your device.
1. Visit http://tplinkmodem.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the
password you set for the router.
2. Go to Advanced > Network > LAN Settings page and select IPv4.
3. Scroll down to locate the Address Reservation table and click Add to add
an address reservation entry for your device.
4. Click Scan and select the device for which you want to reserve IP address.
Then the MAC Address and IP Address fields will be automatically filled in.
5. Specify the IP address which will be reserved by the router. 6. Check to
Enable this entry and click Save to make the settings effective.
15. 2. IPv6 LAN Settings
Based on the IPv6 protocol, the modem router provides two ways to assign IPv6
LAN addresses: · Configure the RADVD (Router Advertisement Daemon) address
type · Configure the DHCPv6 Server address type
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15. 2. 1. Configure the RADVD Address Type
1. Visit http://tplinkmodem.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the
password you set for the router.
2. Go to Advanced > Network > LAN Settings. 3. Select IPv6 to configure IPv6
LAN parameters.
Note: If you have created an interface group, you can configure IPv6 LAN
settings for the default interface group only.
1 ) Select the RADVD address type to make the modem router assign IPv6 address
prefixes to hosts.
Note: Do not select the Enable RDNSS and Enable ULA Prefix check boxes unless
required by your ISP. Otherwise you may not be able to access the IPv6
network. For more information about RDNSS and ULA Prefix, contact our
technical support.
2 ) Keep Site Prefix Type as the default value Delegated. If your ISP has
provided a specific IPv6 site prefix, select Static and enter the prefix.
3 ) Keep WAN Connection as the default value. 4. Click Save to make the
settings effective.
15. 2. 2. Configure the DHCPv6 Server Address Type
1. Visit http://tplinkmodem.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the
password you set for the router.
2. Go to Advanced > Network > LAN Settings. 3. Select IPv6 to configure IPv6
LAN parameters.
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Note: If you have created an interface group, you can configure IPv6 LAN settings for the default interface group only.
1 ) Select the DHCPv6 Server address type to make the modem router assign IPv6
addresses to hosts.
2 ) Specify the Starting/Ending IPv6 Address for the IPv6 suffixes. The modem
router will generate IPv6 addresses within the specified range.
3 ) Keep Address Lease Time as the default value. 4 ) Keep Site Prefix Type as
the default value Delegated. If your ISP has provided a
specific IPv6 site prefix, select Static and enter the prefix. 5 ) Keep WAN
Connection as the default value. 4. Click Save to make the settings effective.
15. 3. Wireless Settings
15. 3. 1. Specify Basic Wireless Settings
The modem router’s wireless network name (SSID) and password, and security
option are preset in the factory. The preset SSID and password can be found on
the product label. You can customize the wireless settings according to your
needs. 1. Visit http://tplinkmodem.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the
password you
set for the router. 2. Go to Basic > Wireless page.
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· To enable or disable the wireless function: Enable the 2.4 GHz or 5GHz
Wireless Network. If you don’t want to use the wireless function, just
deselect the box. If you disable the wireless function, all the wireless
settings won’t be effective.
· To change the wireless network name (SSID) and wireless password: Enter a
new SSID using up to 32 characters. The value is case-sensitive.
Note: If you use a wireless device to change the wireless settings, you will
be disconnected after the new settings are effective. Please write down the
new SSID and password for future use.
· To hide SSID: Select Hide SSID, and your SSID will not be broadcast. Your
SSID won’t display on your wireless device when you scan for local wireless
network list and you need to manually join the network.
· To use the Smart Connect function: The smart connect function lets you to
enjoy a more high-speed network by assigning your devices to best wireless
bands based on actual conditions to balance network demands. 1. Go to Advanced
Wireless > Wireless Settings. 2. Enable Smart Connect. 3. Keep the default or set a new SSID and password, and click Save. This SSID and
password will be applied both for 2.4GHz and 5GHz wireless networks.
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· To change the mode or channel: Go to Advanced > Wireless > Wireless Settings
page and select the wireless network 2.4GHz or 5GHz. Mode: Select the desired
mode. · 802.11n only: Select only if all of your wireless clients are 802.11n
devices. · 802.11gn mixed: Select if you are using both 802.11g and 802.11n
wireless clients. · 802.11bgn mixed: Select if you are using a mix of 802.11b,
11g, and 11n wireless
clients.
Note: When 802.11n only mode is selected, only 802.11n wireless stations can
connect to the modem router. It is strongly recommended that you select
802.11bgn mixed, and all of 802.11b, 802.11g, and 802.11n wireless stations
can connect to the modem router.
· 802.11ac/n mixed (5GHz): Select if you are using both 802.11ac and 802.11n
wireless clients.
· 802.11a/n/ac mixed (5GHz): Select if you are using a mix of 802.11a, 802.11n
and 802.11ac wireless clients. It is strongly recommended that you select
11a/n/ac mixed.
Channel: Select the channel you want to use from the drop-down list. This
field determines which operating frequency will be used. It is not necessary
to change the wireless channel unless you notice interference problems with
another nearby access point.
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Channel Width: Select the channel width from the drop-down list. The default
setting is Auto, which can adjust the channel width for your clients
automatically. Transmit Power: Select Low, Middle, or High to specify the data
transmit power. The default and recommended setting is High.
· To change the security option: 1. Go to Advanced > Wireless > Wireless
Settings page. 2. Select the wireless network 2.4GHz or 5GHz. 3. Select an
option from the Security drop-down list. The router provides four options,
None, WPA/WPA2 Personal (Recommended), WPA/WPA2 Enterprise, WEP. WPA2 uses the
newest standard and the security level is the highest. We recommend you don’t
change the default settings unless necessary.
15. 3. 2. Use WPS for Wireless Connection
You can use WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) to add a new wireless device to your
existing network quickly and easily.
Method 1: Use the WPS button
Use this method if your client device has a WPS button. 1. Press the WPS
button the modem router for 1 second. 2. Press the WPS button of the client
device directly. 3. The WPS LED flashes for about 2 minutes during the WPS
process. 4. When the WPS LED is on, the client device has successfully
connected to the
modem router.
Method 2: Use the WPS button on the web management page
Use this method if your client device has a WPS button. 1. Visit
http://tplinkmodem.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you
set for the router. 2. Go to Advanced > Wireless > WPS page.
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4. Press the WPS button of the client device directly. 5. The WPS LED of the
router flashes for about 2 minutes during the WPS process. 6. When the WPS LED
is on, the client device has successfully connected to the
modem router.
Method 3: Enter the modem router’s PIN on your client device
Use this method if your client device asks for the modem router’s PIN. 1.
Visit http://tplinkmodem.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password
you
set for the router. 2. Go to Advanced > Wireless > WPS page. Click Method
Two–PIN.
3. Take a note of the Current PIN of the modem router. You can also click the
Generate button to get a new PIN.
4. On the client device, enter the modem router’s PIN. (The default PIN is
also printed on the label of the modem router.)
5. The WPS LED flashes for about two minutes during the WPS process. 6. When
the WPS LED is on, the client device has successfully connected to the
modem router.
Note: 1. The WPS LED on the modem router will light on for five minutes if the
device has been successfully added to the
network. 2. The WPS function cannot be configured if the wireless function of
the modem router is disabled. Please make sure
the wireless function is enabled before configuring WPS.
Method 4: Enter the client device’s PIN on the modem router
1. Visit http://tplinkmodem.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the
password you set for the router.
2. Go to Advanced > Wireless > WPS page. Click Method Two–PIN.
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3. Select Client’s PIN. 4. Enter the client device’s PIN in the field. Then
click the Connect button. 5. Device has been added successfully! will appear
on the above screen, which means
the client device has successfully connected to the modem router.
15. 3. 3. Schedule Your Wireless Function
You can automatically turn off your wireless network (both 2.4GHz and 5GHz)
when you do not need the wireless connection. 1. Visit http://tplinkmodem.net,
and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you
set for the router. 2. Go to Advanced > Wireless > Wireless Schedule page. 3.
Toggle on the button to enable the Wireless Schedule feature.
4. Click Add to set the Wireless Off Time, and click Save to save the
settings. 5. Repeat steps 3 and 4 to set another entry.
Note: 1. Make sure that the time of the router is correct before using this
function. For details, refer to Set System Time. 2. If you just set time for
one wireless band, the other wireless band is still always on, so set time for
both of the two
bands to schedule your whole wireless network. 3. The wireless LED (2.4GHz ,
5GHz) will turn off if the corresponding wireless network is disabled. 4. The
wireless network will be automatically turned on after the time period you
set.
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15. 3. 4. View Wireless Information
· To view the detailed wireless network settings: 1. Visit
http://tplinkmodem.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you
set for the router. 2. Go to Advanced > Status page. You can see the Wireless
box. 3. Select 2.4GHz or 5GHz to view the wireless details.
Tips: You can also see the wireless details by clicking the router icon on
Basic> Network Map.
· To view the detailed information of the connected wireless clients: 1. Visit
http://tplinkmodem.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you
set for the router. 2. Go to Advanced > Wireless > Statistics page. 3. You can
view the detailed information of the wireless clients, including its connected
wireless band and security option as well as the packets transmitted.
Tips: You can also see the wireless details by clicking the wireless clients
icon on Basic > Network Map.
15. 3. 5. Advanced Wireless Settings
Advanced wireless settings are for those who have a network concept. If you
are not familiar with the settings on this page, it’s strongly recommended
that you keep the provided default values; otherwise it may result in lower
wireless network performance. 1. Visit http://tplinkmodem.net, and log in with
your TP-Link ID or the password you
set for the router. 2. Go to Advanced > Wireless > Advanced Settings page.
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· Beacon Interval: Enter a value between 25 and 1000 in milliseconds to
determine the duration between which beacon packets are broadcasted by the
router to synchronize the wireless network. The default is 100 milliseconds.
· RTS Threshold: Enter a value between 1 and 2346 to determine the packet size
of data transmission through the router. By default, the RTS (Request to Send)
Threshold size is 2346. If the packet size is greater than the preset
threshold, the router sends Request to Send frames to a particular receiving
station and negotiates the sending of a data frame, or else the packet will be
sent immediately.
· DTIM Interval: Enter a value between 1 and 255 to determine the interval of
the Delivery Traffic Indication Message (DTIM). 1 indicates the DTIM Interval
is the same as Beacon Interval.
· Group Key Update Period: Enter the number of seconds to control the time
interval for the encryption key automatic renewal. The default is 0,
indicating no key renewal.
· WMM: This feature guarantees the packets with high-priority messages being
transmitted preferentially. WMM is enabled compulsively under 802.11n or
802.11ac mode.
· Short GI: This feature is enabled by default and recommended to increase the
data capacity by reducing the Guard Interval (GI) time.
· AP Isolation: Select this check box to enable the AP Isolation feature that
allows you to confine and restrict all wireless devices on your network from
interacting with each other, but still able to access the internet. AP
isolation is disabled by default.
15. 4. Set Up a Dynamic DNS Service Account
Most ISPs (Internet service providers) assign a dynamic IP address to the
router and you can use this IP address to access your router remotely.
However, the IP address can change any time and you don’t know when it
changes. In this case, you might need
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the DDNS (Dynamic Domain Name Server) feature on the router to allow you and
your friends to access your router and local servers (FTP, HTTP, etc.) using
domain name, in no need of checking and remembering the IP address.
Note: DDNS does not work if the ISP assigns a private WAN IP address (such as
192.168.1.x) to the modem router.
To set up DDNS, please follow the instructions below:
1. Visit http://tplinkmodem.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the
password you set for the router.
2. Go to Advanced > Network > Dynamic DNS.
3. Select the DDNS service provider (TP-Link, Dyndns or NO-IP).
4. To use TP-Link DDNS service, you should log in with your TP-Link ID.
5. If you choose other DDNS service, you should also log in with your DDNS
account, select a service provider and click Go to register … Enter the
username, password and domain name of the account (such as lisa.ddns.net).
6. Click Log in and Save.
Tips: If you want to use a new DDNS account, please Logout first, then login
with the new account.
15. 5. Create Static Routes
A static route is a pre-determined path that network information must travel
to reach a specific host or network. Data from one point to another will
always follow the same path regardless of other considerations. Normal
internet usage does not require this setting to be configured.
I want to:
Visit multiple networks and multiple servers at the same time. For example, in
a small office, my PC can surf the internet, but I also want to visit my
company’s server. Now I have a switch and another router. I connect the
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shown in the following figure so that the physical connection between my PC and my company’s server is achieved. To surf the internet and visit my company’s network at the same time, I need to configure the static routing.
Modem router
Router 2
Company’s server
LAN: 192.168.1.1
Switch
WAN: 172.30.30.100
LAN: 192.168.1.2
172.30.30.1
192.168.1.100
My PC
How can I do that?
1. Make sure the routers use different LAN IP addresses on the same subnet.
Disable Router 2’s DHCP function.
2. Visit http://tplinkmodem.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the
password you set for the router.
3. Go to Advanced > Network > Static Routing. Select your current WAN
Interface and click Save.
4. Click Add to add a new static routing entry. Finish the settings according
to the following explanations:
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· Network Destination: The destination IP address that you want to assign to a
static route. This IP address cannot be on the same subnet with the WAN IP or
LAN IP of the router. In the example, the IP address of the company network is
the destination IP address, so here enters 172.30.30.1.
· Subnet Mask: Determines the destination network with the destination IP
address. If the destination is a single IP address, enter 255.255.255.255;
otherwise, enter the subnet mask of the corresponding network IP. In the
example, the destination network is a single IP, so here enters
255.255.255.255.
· Gateway: The IP address of the gateway device to which the data packets will
be sent. This IP address must be on the same subnet with the router’s IP which
sends out the data. In the example, the data packets will be sent to the LAN
port of Router 2 and then to the Server, so the default gateway should be
192.168.1.2.
· Interface: Determined by the port (WAN/LAN) that sends out the data packets.
In the example, the data is sent to the gateway through the LAN port, so LAN
should be selected.
5. Select the check box to enable this entry.
6. Click Save to save the settings.
Done!
Open a web browser on your PC. Enter the company server’s IP address to visit
the company network.
15. 6. Set Up the IPv6 Tunnel
The IPv6 Tunnel feature helps you obtain IPv6 resources based on an IPv4 WAN
connection or vice versa.
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IPv6 Tunnel is a transition mechanism that allows isolated IPv6 hosts and
networks to reach each other over IPv4-only infrastructure before IPv6
completely supplants IPv4. It is a temporary solution for networks that do not
support native dual-stack, where both IPv6 and IPv4 run independently. The
modem router provides three tunneling mechanisms: 6to4, 6rd and DS-Lite. The
way to set up 6rd and DS-Lite tunnel are similar.
15. 6. 1. Use the Public IPv6 Tunnel Service-6to4
The 6to4 tunnel is a kind of public service. If there are any 6to4 servers on
your network, you can use this mechanism to access IPv6 service. If your ISP
provides you with an IPv4-only connection but you want to visit IPv6 websites,
you can try to set up a 6to4 tunnel.
I want to:
Set up the IPv6 tunnel though my ISP doesn’t provide me with the tunnel
service.
How can I do that?
1. Visit http://tplinkmodem.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the
password you set for the router.
2. Go to Advanced > Network > IPv6 Tunnel. 3. Tick the check box, select 6to4
as the tunneling mechanism and select a WAN
connection from the drop-down list, then click Save.
Note: If there is no available WAN connection to choose, make sure you have
connected to the internet and the connection type is not Bridge.
Done!
Now you can visit the IPv6 websites with the 6to4 tunnel.
Note: Still not being able to access IPv6 resources means that not any 6to4
public server was found in your network. You can contact your ISP to sign up
for IPv6 connection service.
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15. 6. 2. Specify the 6rd Tunnel with Parameters Provided by Your ISP
I want to:
Specify the 6rd tunnel with the parameters provided by my 6rd tunnel service
provider.
How can I do that?
1. Visit http://tplinkmodem.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the
password you set for the router.
2. Go to Advanced > Network > IPv6 Tunnel. 3. Tick the check box, select 6rd
as the tunneling mechanism and select a WAN
connection from the drop-down list. 4. According to the parameters provided by
your ISP, choose Auto or Manual. More
parameters are needed if you choose Manual. 5. Click Save.
Note: If there is no available WAN connection to choose, make sure you have
connected to the internet and the connection type is not Bridge.
Done!
Now you can visit the IPv6 websites with the 6rd tunnel.
Tips: The way to set up DS-Lite tunnel is similar to that of 6rd tunnel. If
you are provided with an IPv6-only WAN connection and have signed up for DS-
Lite tunnel service, specify the DS-Lite tunnel by referring to the steps
above.
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This chapter introduces how to change the system settings and administrate
your modem router’s network. This chapter contains the following sections: ·
Set System Time · Control LEDs · Update the Firmware · Back up and Restore
Configuration Settings · Reboot the Modem Router · Change the Administrator
Account · Local Management · Remote Management · System Log · Monitor the
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16. 1. Set System Time
System time is the time displayed while the modem router is running. The
system time you configure here will be used for other time-based functions
like Parental Controls and Wireless Schedule. You can manually set how to get
the system time. Follow the steps below to set your system time.
1. Visit http://tplinkmodem.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the
password you set for the modem router.
2. Go to Advanced > System Tools > Time Settings page.
3. Configure the system time using the following methods: Manually: Select
your time zone and enter your local time. Get from PC: Click this button if
you want to use the current managing PC’s time. Get from the Internet: Click
this button if you want to get time from the internet. Make sure your modem
router can access the internet before you select this way to get system time.
4. Click Save. 5. After setting the system time, you can set Daylight Saving
Time according to your
needs. Tick the check box to enable Daylight Saving Time, set the start and
end time and then click Save to make the settings effective.
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16. 2. Control LEDs
The router`s LEDs indicate router’s activities and status. You can turn on or
turn off the LEDs either from the web management page or by pressing the LED
button. 1. Visit http://tplinkmodem.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or
the password you set
for the router. 2. Go to Advanced > System Tools > LED Control.
· To turn on/off LEDs Toggle on or off the LED Status to turn on or off the
LEDs.
· To set up Night Mode 1. Enable Night Mode. 2. Specify a time period in the
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16. 3. Update the Firmware
TP-Link is dedicated to improving product features, giving you a better
network experience.
We will inform you through the web management page if there’s any update
firmware available for your router. The latest firmware can also be downloaded
from the Support page of our website www.tp-link.com for free.
Note: 1. Make sure that you have a stable connection between the router and
your computer. It is NOT recommended to
upgrade the firmware wirelessly. 2. Make sure you remove any USB storage
device connected to the router before the firmware upgrade to prevent data
loss. 3. Back up your router configuration before upgrading the firmware. 4.
Do NOT turn off the router during the firmware upgrade.
16. 3. 1. Online Upgrade
1. Visit http://tplinkmodem.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the
password you set for the router.
2. If there’s any firmware update available for your router, the update icon
will display on the top-right corner of the page. Click the icon to go to the
Firmware Upgrade page. Alternatively, you can go to Advanced > System Tools >
Firmware Upgrade, and click Check for Upgrades to see if there’s any new
firmware.
Tips:
If there’s any new important firmware update for your router, you will see the
notification (similar as shown below) on your computer when open a new web
page. Click Upgrade now, and log into the web management page. You will see
the Firmware Upgrade page.
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16. 3. 2. Local Upgrade
1. Download the latest firmware file for the router from our website www.tp-
link.com. 2. Visit http://tplinkmodem.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or
the password you set
for the router. 3. Go to Advanced > System Tools > Firmware Upgrade. 4. Focus
on the Device Information section. Make sure the downloaded firmware file
matches with the Hardware Version. 5. Focus on the Local Upgrade section.
Click Browse to locate the downloaded new
firmware file, and click Upgrade.
6. Wait a few moments for the upgrading and rebooting.
16. 4. Back up and Restore Configuration Settings
The configuration settings are stored as a configuration file in the router.
You can back up the configuration file to your computer for future use and
restore the modem router to a previous settings from the backup file when
needed. Moreover, if needed you can erase the current settings and reset the
modem router to the default factory settings. · To back up configuration
settings 1. Visit http://tplinkmodem.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or
the password you
set for the router. 2. Click Advanced > System Tools > Backup & Restore page.
3. Click Backup to save a copy of the current settings to your local computer.
A conf.
bin file will be stored to your computer. · To restore configuration settings
- Visit http://tplinkmodem.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the
password you
set for the router. 2. Click Advanced > System Tools > Backup & Restore page.
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3. Click Browse to locate the previous backup configuration file, and click Restore. 4. Wait for the restoring and then the modem router will automatically reboot. · To reset the modem router to factory default settings
- Visit http://tplinkmodem.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the
password you
set for the router. 2. Click Advanced > System Tools > Backup & Restore page. - Click Restore to restore all configuration settings to default values,
except your
login and TP-Link ID information. Click Factory Restore to reset the modem router. 4. Wait for the reset process to complete, and then the modem router will automatically
reboot.
Note: 1. During the resetting process, do not turn off the modem router. 2. We strongly recommend you back up the current configuration settings before resetting the modem router.
16. 5. Reboot the Modem Router
The Reboot feature cleans the cache to enhance the running performance of the router. 1. Visit http://tplinkmodem.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you
set for the router. 2. Go to Advanced > System Tools > Reboot. · To Reboot Manually Locate the Manual Reboot section and click Reboot.
· To Reboot Automatically 1. Locate the Reboot Schedule section and check the box to enable Reboot Schedule.
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2. Specify the Reboot Time when the router reboots and Repeat to decide how
often it reboots.
Note: Before enabling Reboot Schedule, please make sure your router is
connected to the internet, then go to Advanced > System Tools > Time Settings
and choose Get from the Internet to get the correct network time.
3. Click Save.
16. 6. Change the Administrator Account
Admin account is used to log in to the modem router’s web management page. You
are required to set the admin account at first login. You can also change it
on the web page. 1. Visit http://tplinkmodem.net, and log in with your TP-Link
ID or the password you
set for the router. 2. Go to Advanced > System Tools > Administration page.
Locate the Account
Management section.
3. Enter the old password. Enter the new password and enter again to confirm.
4. Click Save to make the settings effective.
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16. 7. Local Management
You can control the local devices’ authority to manage the modem router via
Local Management feature. By default all local connected devices are allowed
to manage the modem router. You can also specify one device to manage the
modem router and enable local management over a more secure way, HTTPS. Follow
the steps below to allow only the specific device to manage the router via the
local management over HTTPS.
1. Visit http://tplinkmodem.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the
password you set for the router.
2. Go to Advanced > System Tools > Administration page. Locate the Local
Management section.
3. Keep the Port as the default setting. Enable Management over HTTPS and
keep the Port for HTTPS as the default setting. Enter the IP address or MAC
address of the local device to manage the modem router.
4. Click Save. Now, you can manage the modem router over both HTTP
(http://tplinkmodem.net) and HTTPS (https://tplinkmodem.net).
Note: If you want that all local devices can manage the modem router, just
leave the IP/MAC Address field blank.
16. 8. Remote Management
By default, the remote devices are not allowed to manage the modem router from
the internet. You can enable remote management over HTTP and/or HTTPS if
needed. HTTPS is a more secure way to access the router.
Note: If your ISP assigns a private WAN IP address (such as 192.168.x.x or
10.x.x.x), you cannot use the remote management feature because private
addresses are not routed on the internet.
Follow the steps below to allow remote devices to manage the modem router over
HTTPS.
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1. Visit http://tplinkmodem.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the
password you set for the router.
2. Go to Advanced > System Tools > Administration page. Locate the Remote
Management section.
3. Tick the check box to enable Remote Management. Enable Remote Management
via HTTPS to allow for HTTPS connection. Keep the Port as the default setting.
4. Set the client device allowed for remote management. Select All to allow
all remote devices to manage the modem router. If you just want to allow a
specific device to manage the modem router, select Only the Following IP
Address and enter the IP address of the remote device.
5. Click Save. All devices or the specific device on the internet can log in
to your router using the address displayed on the Manage This Router via the
Address field to manage the modem router.
Tips: 1. If you were warned about the certificate when visiting the web
management page remotely, click Trust (or a similar
option) to continue. To avoid this warning, you can download and install the
certificate on the modem router’s web management page at Advanced > System
Tools > Administration.
2. The router’s WAN IP is usually a dynamic IP. Please refer to Set Up a
Dynamic DNS Service Account if you want to log in to the router through a
domain name.
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16. 9. System Log
System Log can help you know what happened to your modem router, facilitating
you to locate the malfunctions. For example when your modem router does not
work properly, you will need to save the system log and send it to the
technical support for troubleshooting.
1. Visit http://tplinkmodem.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the
password you set for the router.
2. Click Advanced > System Tools > System Log page.
· To view the system logs: You can view specific system logs by selecting the
log Type and Level. Click Refresh to refresh the log list. · To save the
system logs: You can choose to save the system logs to your local computer or
a remote server. Click Save Log to save the logs in a txt file to your
computer. Click Log Settings to set the storage path of logs.
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· Save Locally: Select this option to cache the system log to the router’s
local memory, select the minimum level of system log to be saved from the
drop-down list. The logs will be shown in the table in descending order on the
System Log page.
· Save Remotely: Select this option to send the system log to a remote server,
select the minimum level of system log to be saved from the drop-down list and
enter the information of the remote server. If the remote server has a log
viewer client or a sniffer tool implemented, you can view and analyze the
system log remotely in real-time.
16. 10. Monitor the Internet Traffic Statistics
The Traffic Statistics page displays the network traffic of the interfaces,
including the received and sent packets. 1. Visit http://tplinkmodem.net, and
log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you
set for the router. 2. Go to Advanced > System Tools > Traffic Monitor. 3.
Toggle on Traffic Monitor, select the desired interface from the dropdown
list, and
then you can see the packets received and sent via this interface in the past
ten minutes. This function is disabled by default.
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4. You can also go to Traffic Monitor List to view the traffic usage of all
interfaces.
16. 11. CWMP Settings
The modem router supports CWMP (CPE WAN Management Protocol), also called
TR-069. This collects information, performs diagnostics and configures the
devices automatically via ACS (Auto-Configuration Server). 1. Visit
http://tplinkmodem.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you
set for the router. 2. Go to Advanced > System Tools > CWMP Settings page.
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· CWMP: Toggle On to enable the CWMP (CPE WAN Management Protocol) feature. ·
Inform: Enable this feature to send an Inform message to the ACS (Auto
Configuration
Server) periodically. · Inform Interval: Enter the time interval in seconds
when the Inform message will be
sent to the ACS. · ACS URL: Enter the web address of the ACS which is provided
by your ISP. · ACS Username/Password: Enter the username/password to log in to
the ACS server. · Interface used by TR-069 client: Select which interface to
be used by the TR-069
client. · Display SOAP messages on serial console: Toggle to enable or disable
this feature. · Connection Request Authentication: Select this check box to
enable authentication
for the connection request. · Username/Password: Enter the username/password
for the ACS server to log in to
the router. · Path: Enter the path for the ACS server to log in to the router.
· Port: Enter the port that connects to the ACS server. · URL: Enter the URL
that connects to the ACS server.
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· Get RPC methods: Click to get the methods to support CWMP. Click Save to
make the settings effective.
16. 12. SNMP Settings
SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) is widely applied in the computer
networks of today, and is used for ensuring the transmission of the management
information between two nodes. In this way, network administrators can easily
search and modify the information on any node on the network. Meanwhile, they
can locate faults promptly and implement the fault diagnosis, capacity
planning and report generating. An SNMP Agent is an application running on the
modem router that performs the operational role of receiving and processing
SNMP messages, sending responses to the SNMP manager, and sending traps when
an event occurs. So a router contains SNMP “agent” software can be monitored
and/or controlled by SNMP Manager using SNMP messages.
1. Visit http://tplinkmodem.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the
password you set for the modem router.
2. Go to Advanced > System Tools > SNMP Settings page.
· SNMP Agent: Toggle On to enable the built-in SNMP agent that allows the
router to operate as the operational role in receiving and processing of SNMP
messages, sending responses to the SNMP manager, and triggering SNMP traps
when an event occurs.
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· SNMP Agent for WAN: Toggle On to allow management from the WAN side using
SNMP.
· Read-only Community: Displays the default public community string that
protects the router from unauthorized access.
· Write Community: Displays the default write community string that protects
the router from unauthorized changes.
· System Name: Displays the administratively-assigned name for this managed
device. · System Description: Displays the textual description of the managed
device. This
value should include the full name and version identification of the system’s
hardware type, software operating-system, and networking software. · System
Location: Displays the physical location of this device (for example, the
telephone closet, 3rd floor). · System Contact: Displays the textual
identification of the contact person for this managed device, together with
information on how to contact this person. · Trap Manager IP: Displays the IP
address of the host to receive the traps.
You are suggested to keep the default settings. Click Save to make the
settings effective.
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Appendix: Troubleshooting
T1. How do I restore my modem router’s configuration to its factory default
settings?
With the modem router powered on, press and hold down the Reset button on the
modem router for 8 seconds until all LEDs turn on momentarily, then release
the button.
Note: Once the modem router is reset, the current configuration settings will
be lost and you will need to re-configure the modem router.
T2. What should I do if I forgot my password?
Web management page password: · If you are using a TP-Link ID to log in, click
Forgot password on the login page and
then follow the instructions to reset the password. · Alternatively, refer to
T1 to reset the router, and then visit http://tplinkmodem.net to
create a new login password. Wireless network password: 1. The default
Wireless Password/PIN is printed on the product label of the modem
router. 2. If the default wireless password has been changed, log in to the
modem router’s web
management page and go to Basic > Wireless to retrieve or reset your password.
T3. What should I do if I cannot log in to the modem router’s web management
page?
· Make sure the modem router connects to the computer correctly and the
corresponding LED indicator(s) light up.
· Make sure the IP address of your computer is configured to obtain an IP
address automatically and obtain the DNS server address automatically.
· Make sure the default access you input is right. · Check your computer’s
settings:
1 ) Go to Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet, and click View network
status and tasks;
2 ) Click Internet Options on the bottom left; 3 ) Click Connections, select
Never dial a connection;
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4 ) Click LAN settings, deselect the following three options and click OK;
5 ) Go to Advanced > Restore advanced settings, click OK to save the settings.
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· Change a web browser or computer and log in again. · Reset the modem router
to factory default settings. Refer to Back up and Restore
Configuration Settings for detailed information. Open a web browser and log in
again. If login fails, please contact our Technical Support.
T4.What should I do if I cannot access the internet?
1. Ensure all connections are secure, including telephone lines, Ethernet
cables and power adapters.
2. Check to see if you can log in to the web management page of the modem
router. If you cannot, please adjust your computer’s settings according to T3
and then see if you can access the internet. If the problem persists, please
go to the next step.
3. Consult your ISP and make sure the VPI/VCI, Connection Type, account
username and password are correct. If there are any mistakes, please correct
the settings and try again.
4. Refer to T5 to clone the MAC address.
5. If you still cannot access the internet, please restore your modem router
to its factory default settings and reconfigure your modem router by following
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6. Please contact our Technical Support if the problem persists.
T5. How do I clone a MAC address?
You can manually change the MAC address of the modem router. It is helpful
when your internet access account provided by your ISP is bound to one
specific MAC address, in other words, your ISP just permits only one computer
with the authenticated MAC address to access the internet. In this case, you
can use MAC Clone to allow more computers to access the internet via the same
account. 1. Visit http://tplinkmodem.net, and log in with the account you set
for the modem
router. 2. Go to Advanced > Network > Internet page. Click the Add icon, and
scroll down to
get the MAC Clone section.
· If you are using the computer with the authenticated MAC address to access
the modem router, please select Use Current Computer MAC Address.
· If you know the authenticated MAC address, please select Use Custom MAC
Address and then enter the address.
3. Click OK to make the settings effective.
T6. How can I change my computer`s settings to obtain an IP address
automatically?
To change the computer’s network settings, follow the steps below. · For MAC
OS X: 1 ) Click the Apple icon, and select System Preferences from the drop-
down list. 2 ) Click the Network icon. 3 ) Select Ethernet (for wired
connection) or Wi-Fi (for wireless connection) in the
left panel, then click Advanced. 4 ) Click TCP/IP. 5 ) From the Configure IPv4
drop-down list, select Using DHCP.
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6 ) Click OK. · For Windows 7/8/8.1/10: 1 ) Right-click the Network icon on
the system tray and select Open Network and
Sharing Center > Change adapter settings. 2 ) Right-click your network
connection (wired or wireless) and select Properties. 3 ) Double-click
Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4). 4 ) Select both Obtain an IP address
automatically and Obtain DNS server address
automatically, then click OK. 5 ) Click OK again to save your configuration. ·
For Windows XP: 1 ) Right-click the Network icon on the system tray and select
Open Network
Connections. 2 ) Right-click your network connection (wired or wireless) and
select Properties. 3 ) Double-click Internet Protocol (TCP/IP). 4 ) Select
both Obtain an IP address automatically and Obtain DNS server address
automatically, then click OK. 5 ) Click OK again to save your configuration.
T7. What should I do if I cannot find my wireless network or I cannot connect
the wireless network?
· If you fail to find any wireless network, follow the steps below: 1. Make
sure the wireless function is enabled if you’re using a laptop with built-in
wireless adapter. You can refer to the relevant document or contact the laptop
manufacturer. 2. Make sure the wireless adapter driver is installed
successfully and the wireless adapter is enabled. You can refer to the
relevant document or contact the wireless adapter manufacturer.
· If you can find other wireless network except your own, follow the steps
below: 1. Check the Wi-Fi LED indicator on your wireless router/modem; 2. Make
sure your computer/device is still in range of your router/modem. Move closer
if you are currently too far away. 3. Go to Basic > Wireless page, a
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- Community Downloads - Open Source VPN | OpenVPN
- Trying to configure the Modem? | TP-Link
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- TP-Link Australia - WiFi Networking Equipment for Home & Business
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