tp-link Archer GX90 AX6600 Tri-Band Wi-Fi 6 Gaming Router Installation Guide

June 7, 2024
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tp-link Archer GX90 AX6600 Tri-Band Wi-Fi 6 Gaming Router -
LOGO Quick Installation Guide

tp-link Archer GX90 AX6600 Tri-Band Wi-Fi 6 Gaming
Router
AX6600 Tri-Band Wi-Fi 6 Gaming Router
GX90

Connect the Hardware

Unplug the power to turn off your modem, if any, and remove the backup battery if it has one.
tp-link Gaming Router - figure 1Hold the antennas from the base and push them fully into the slots.

tp-link Gaming Router - figure 2

If your internet connection is through an Ethernet cable directly from the wall instead of through a DSL /Cable / Satellite modem, connect the Ethernet cable to the router’s 2.5 Gbps WAN/LAN port, and then follow steps 3 and 4 to complete the hardware connection.

tp-link Gaming Router - figure 3

Configure the Router

Method ONE: Via TP-Link Tether App

  1. Download the Tether app.
    tp-link Gaming Router - figure 4http://www.tp- link.com/common/promos/app_tether_v2.html?ref=QRCod

  2. Open the Tether app and log in with your TP-Link ID.
    Note: If you don’t have an account, create one first.

  3. Tap the button in the Tether app and select Gaming router > Archer GX90. Follow the steps to complete the setup and connect to the internet.tp-link Gaming Router - figure 6

Enjoy the Internet!
To enjoy a more complete service from TP-Link, bind your TP-Link ID to the router.

Method TWO: Via a Web Browser

  1. Connect your device to the router wirelessly or with an Ethernet cable.
    The default wireless network names (SSIDs) and passwords are printed on the label at the bottom of the router.
    tp-link Gaming Router - figure 8

  2. 2. Launch a web browser, and enter http://tplinkwifi.net or http://192.168.0.1 in the address bar. Create a password to log in.
    Note: If the login window does not appear, please refer to Q2 of Need Help? in this guide.
    tp-link Gaming Router - figure 10

  3. Follow the step-by-step instructions to set up the internet connection and register for the TP-Link Cloud service.

LED & Button Explanation

tp-link Gaming Router - icon Pulsing Orange
The system is starting up.
Solid White
The router is working normally.
Solid Red
No internet connection.
Pulsing Red
The Wi-Fi is off and there is no internet connection.
Solid Orange
The router is connected to the internet, but the Wi-Fi is off.
Pulsing White
The firmware is being upgraded, WPS connection is being established or the router is being reset.

tp-link Gaming Router - figure 33

WPS Button
Press the WPS button, and immediately press the WPS button on your client to start the WPS process.
Wi-Fi button
Press the Wi-Fi button for at least 2 seconds to turn on or off the wireless function of your router.
LED button
Press the LED button to turn on or off the LEDs of your router.

  • Keep the device away from water, fire, humidity, or hot environments.
  • Do not attempt to disassemble, repair, or modify the device. If you need service, please contact us.
  • Do not use any other chargers other than those recommended.
  • Do not use a damaged charger or USB cable to charge the device.
  • Do not use the device where wireless devices are not allowed.
  • The adapter shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.

Call IconFor technical support, replacement services, the user guide and more information, please
visit https://www.tp-ink.com/support

Need Help?

Q1. What should I do if I want to use 1 Gbps WAN/LAN port for internet service?

  • Connect to the 1 Gbps WAN/LAN port with an Ethernet cable. During the quick network setup, select the 1 Gbps  WAN/LAN port as the Internet port. Or after the network setup, you can go to Tools > Internet Connection > Internet  Port (Tether app) or Internet > Internet Port (web management page) to change it. Quick Installation Guide

Q2. What should I do if I can’t access the web management page?

  • Reboot your router and try again.
  • If the computer is set to a static IP, change its settings to obtain an IP address automatically.
  • Verify that http://tplinkwifi.net is correctly entered in the web browser. Alternatively, enter http://192.168.0.1 or  http://192.168.1.1 in the web browser.
  • Use another web browser and try again.
  • Disable and enable the network adapter in use.

Q3. What should I do if I can’t access the internet?

  • Reboot your modem and router, then try again.
  • Check if the internet is working normally by connecting a computer directly to the modem via an Ethernet cable. If it is not, contact your internet service provider.
  • Log in to the web management page of the router, and go to the Network Map and check whether the internet IP address is valid or not. If it is, please run the Quick Setup again; otherwise, check the hardware connection.
  • For cable modem users, log in to the web management page of the router and go to Advanced > Network > Internet >  MAC Clone. Select Clone Current Device MAC and click SAVE. Then reboot both the modem and the router.

Q4. What should I do if I forget my wireless password?

  • If you have not changed the default wireless password, it can be found on
    the label at the bottom of the router.

  • Connect a computer directly to the router using an Ethernet cable. Log in
    to the router’s web management page at http://tplinkwifi.net, and go to
    the Wireless page to retrieve or reset your wireless password.

Q5. What should I do if I forget my 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 it.
  • Alternatively, press and hold the Reset button for at least 2 seconds. Then visit http://tplinkwifi.net to create a new login password.

To communicate with TP-Link users or engineers, visit https://community.tp- link.com to join the TP-Link Community.
If you have any suggestions or needs for our product guides, you are welcome to email techwriter@tp-link.com.cn.

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