tp-link Wireless Telephony Modem Router Installation Guide
- June 7, 2024
- tp-link
Table of Contents
Quick Installation Guide
AC2100 Wireless MU-MIMO
VDSL/ADSL Telephony Modem Router
Archer VR2100v
Set up with videos:
Scan the QR code or visit
https://www.tp-link.com/support/setup-video/
to search for the setup video of your product.
Set up the Modem Router
1. Attach the antennas.
2. Connect the DSL splitter to the phone jack. Note: If you won’t use the
traditional landline phone service, you can directly connect the modem router
to the phone jack.
3. Connect the modem router to the DSL splitter.
4. Push in to turn on the modem router.
5. Wait about 1 minute until the DSL LED turns solid on.
Note: If the DSL LED is still flashing after one minute, please wait a little
longer. If the DSL LED still does not turn solid on, please refer to Q3 of the
FAQ.
**Connect the Phone
**
Analog Phone
Connect your analog phones to the Phone ports on the modem router’s back
panel. You may connect up to two.
DECT Cordless Phone
A. Open the registration page on your cordless phone. Press and hold the
DECT button on the modem router for about 3 seconds until the Phone LED
B. Enter the PIN (Default: 0000) on the cordless phone
if required.
**Configure the Modem Router
**
Before You Start
• Most internet service providers (ISPs) will provide a username and password
for their service when you first sign up with them. If you are unsure, please
check with your ISP.
• If you are using telephony function, you’ll need to register your phone
number on the modem router. Please find your phone information before
continuing.
1. Connect your network device to the modem router via a wired or wireless
connection.
• Wired
Connect the computer to the LAN port of your modem router via an Ethernet
cable.
• Wireless
a. Find the SSIDs (network names) and Wireless Password printed on the
product label at the bottom of the router.
b. Click the network icon on your computer or go to the Wi-Fi settings of your
smart device, then select the modem router’s SSID to join the network.
2. Launch a web browser and type in http://tplinkmodem.net or 192.168.1.1.
Create a login password and get started.
Note: If the login window does not appear, please refer to Q1 of FAQ in
this guide.
3. Follow the Quick Setup
instructions to set up an internet connection, register the telephone number,
and register the TP-Link Cloud service.
Enjoy the internet and your telephone service.
USB Application
The USB port can be used for file and media sharing, both locally over your
home network and remotely over the internet using the modem router’s built-in
FTP server capability.
To learn more about the USB features, visit http://tp-
link.com/app/usb.
Already have a modem?
If you already have a modem or your internet comes directly from an Ethernet wall outlet, you can switch to Wireless Router mode. Follow the steps below to set up.
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Power on the modem router.
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Connect your device to the router via an Ethernet cable or wirelessly.
SSIDs (network names) and Wireless Password can be found on the product label at the bottom of the router. -
Launch a web browser and type in http://tplinkmodem.net or 192.168.1.1. Create a login password and get started.
Note: If the login window does not appear, please refer to Q1 of FAQ in this guide.
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Go to Advanced > Operation Mode and switch to Wireless Router Mode. Wait for the router to reboot.
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Connect the modem to the router’s LAN4/WAN port via an Ethernet cable.
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Go to Quick Setup and follow the step-by-step instructions to finish the setup.
Enjoy!
Tether App
You can easily manage your network through the TP-Link Tether app. Download
and install the Tether app. Search for Tether on the Apple App Store or Google
Play, or simply scan the QR code.
https://www.tp-link.com/support/setup-video/
LEDs****
Name
| Status|
Indication
---|---|---
Power| On
Flashing
Off| System initialization is complete. The system is initializing or the
firmware is being upgraded. Do not disconnect or power off the modem router.
Power is off
DDL| On
Flashing
Off| DSL synchronization is complete.
DSL synchronization is in progress.
DSL synchronization failed.
Internet| On (White)
On (Orange)
Off| Internet service is available.
DSL port is connected but internet service is unavailable.
Internet connection is incorrect, DSL synchronization failed, or the modem
router is operating in Bridge mode.
Wireless 2.4 GHz
Wireless 5GHz| On
Flashing
Off| The 2.4GHz/5GHz wireless radio band is enabled.
WPS connection is in progress (about 2 minutes).
The 2.4GHz/5GHz wireless radio band is disabled.
LAN| ON
Off| At least one LAN port is connected.
No LAN port is connected.
USB| On
Flashing
Off| The USB device is ready to use.
The USB device is being identified.
No USB device is plugged into the USB port.
Phone| On
Flashing
Off| The phone is off-hook or DECT cordless phone is busy.
The phone is ringing or DECT cordless phone is registering.
The phone or DECT is on-hook.
**FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
**
Q1. What should I do if I cannot access the web management page?
A1. If the computer is set to a static IP address, change its settings to
obtain an IP address automatically.
A2. Make sure http://tplinkmodem.net or http://192.168.1.1 is correctly
entered in the web browser.
A3. Use another web browser and try again.
A4. Reboot your modem router and try again. A5. Disable then enable the
network adapter in use.
Q2. What should I do if I cannot access the internet?
A1. Make sure all telephone and Ethernet cables are correctly and securely
connected to the modem router.
A2. Try to log in to the web management page of the modem router using the
default address at http://tplinkmodem.net or http://192.168.1.1. If you
cannot, change your computer settings to obtain an IP address automatically
from the modem router. If you can, try the steps below.
A3. Ask your internet service provider for the VPI/VCI (or VLAN ID),
Connection Type, internet service username and password, and make sure all are
correctly entered into your router’s management page.
A4. Restore the modem router to its factory default settings and reconfigure
it by following the instructions in this guide.
A5. If the problem persists, contact our Technical Support.
Q3. What should I do if the DSL LED does not turn solid on?
A1. Check your cables and make sure they are all plugged in correctly,
including the telephone lines and power adapter.
A2. Restore your modem router to its factory default settings.
A3. Remove the DSL splitter, directly connect the modem router to the phone
jack and follow this guide to reconfigure the modem router.
A4. Contact your ISP (internet service provider) to check the status of your
DSL line. A5. If the problem persists, contact our Technical Support.
Q4. What should I do if I forget my password?
• For the web management page:
A1. 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.
A2. Alternatively, restore the modem router to its factory default settings
and then set a new password.
• For the Wi-Fi network:
A1. The default Wi-Fi Password/PIN can be found on the product label at the
bottom of the modem router.
A2. If the default wireless password has been changed, log in to the web
management page and go to Basic > Wireless to retrieve or reset your password.
Q5. How do I restore the modem router to its factory default settings?
A1. With the modem router powered on, press and hold the Reset button on the
side panel of the modem router for about 5 seconds until all LEDs turn on
momentarily, then release the button.
A2. Log in to the web management page of the modem router. Go to Advanced >
System Tools > Backup & Restore and click Factory Restore. The modem router
will restore and reboot automatically.
To communicate with TP-Link users or engineers, visit https://community.tp-
link.com to join TP-Link Community.
For technical support, the user guide and more information, please visit
https://www.tp-link.com/support
Email techwriter@tp-link.com.cn to give
suggestions.
Safety Information
• Do not attempt to disassemble, repair, or modify the device
• If you need service, please contact us.
• Do not use any other chargers than those recommended.
• Do not use damaged charger or USB cable to charge the device.
• Do not use the device where wireless devices are not allowed.
• Adapter shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily
accessible.
References
- 域名售卖
- Flexible USB Sharing - Access and Share files anywhere you are!
- Trying to configure the Modem? | TP-Link
- TP-Link Community
- Support Videos | TP-Link
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