Quick Start Guide

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LED Indicators
4. Go to Advanced > Operation Mode and switch to Wireless Router
Mode. Wait for the router to reboot.
5. Connect the modem to the router’s LAN4/WAN port via an Ethernet
cable.
6. Go to Basic > Internet to finish the setup.
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.
Already have a modem?
1. Power on the router.
2. Connect your device to the router via an Ethernet cable or wirelessly.
Note: The SSIDs (network names) and wireless password are on the Wi-Fi Info Card.
http://tplinkmodem.net
Note: If the login page does not appear, please refer to FAQ > Q1.
3. Launch a web browser and type in http://tplinkmodem.net or
192.168.1.1. Create a password for router management and get
started.
Enjoy the internet!
Note: You can turn the LEDs on or o by pressing the LED On/O button.
Power
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
Q1. What should I do if I cannot access the web management page?
A1. Use another web browser and try again.
A2. If the computer is set to a static IP address, change its settings to obtain an IP
address automatically.
A3. Make sure http://tplinkmodem.net or http://192.168.1.1 is correctly entered in the
web browser.
A4. Reboot your modem router and try again.
A5. Disable then enable the network adapter in use.
Q2. 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. Refer to FAQ > Q5 to 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.
Q3. 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. Use http://tplinkmodem.net or http://192.168.1.1 to log in to the web management page
of the modem router. If you cannot, change your computer settings to obtain an IP
address automatically. 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.
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, refer to FAQ > Q5 to 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 Wi-fi Info Card included in your
modem’s packaging or 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 back
panel of the modem router for approximately 8 seconds until all LEDs turn back on,
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.
USB Applications
USB port can be used for le and media sharing, both locally over your
home network and remotely over the internet using the router's built-in
FTP server capability. It also allows 3G/4G connection as a backup
solution for internet access.
To learn more about the USB features, visit
https://www.tp-link.com/app/usb or scan the QR code.
Remote Access
Access the USB drive when you are away from home
Local Storage Sharing
Share les from the USB drive with devices on your home network
3G/4G LTE Connection
Share mobile broadband connection with multiple wireless devices
Media Server
Play media from the USB drive on your computer and smart devices
LED Status Indication
LAN
DSL
Internet
Power
System initialization is complete.
The system is starting up or the firmware upgrade
is in progress.
Power is off.
On
Flashing
O
USB
Wireless
5GHz
Wireless
2.4GHz
WPS
Turns On when a WPS synchronization is established
and automatically turns Off about five minutes later.
A wireless device is trying to connect to the network
via WPS. This process may take up to 2 minutes.
The connected USB device is ready to use.
A new USB device is being identified.
No USB device is plugged into the USB port.
At least one LAN port is connected.
No LAN port is connected.
The 5GHz wireless band is enabled.
The 5GHz wireless band is disabled.
The 2.4GHz wireless band is enabled.
The 2.4GHz wireless band is disabled.
Internet service is available.
The DSL port is connected but there is no internet
connection.
No internet connection or the modem router is
operating in Bridge mode.
DSL synchronization is complete.
DSL synchronization is in progress.
DSL synchronization failed.
On/O
Flashing
On
Flashing
O
White
Orange
O
On
Flashing
O
On
O
On
O
On
O
USB Port
USB
WPSWi-Fi Power On/O
Safety Information
Keep the device away from water, re, humidity or hot environments.
Do not attempt to disassemble, repair, or modify the device.
Do not use damaged charger or USB cable to charge the device.
Do not use any other chargers than those recommended.
Do not use the device where wireless devices are not allowed.
Adapter shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.
Ethernet Cable
Modem
Power Adapter
Modem Router
Power LAN2LAN1 LAN3 LAN4/WAN
DSL
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