Archer C3200
AC3200 Wireless Tri-Band Gigabit Router
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V1.0.0
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TEMENT
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
x Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
x Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
x Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver
is connected.
x Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV technician for help.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
1˅ This device may not cause harmful interference.
2˅ This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Note: The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by
unauthorized modifications to this equipment. Such modifications could void the user’s authority
to operate the equipment.
FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. This device and its antenna must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with
any other antenna or transmitter.
“To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, this grant is applicable to
only Mobile Configurations. The antennas used for this transmitter must be installed to
provide a separation distance of at least 27 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or
operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.”
Note: Operations are restricted to indoor usage only.
CE Mark W
arning
Thi
s is a class B product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference, in
which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
Na
tional Restrictions
Thi
s device is intended for home and office use in all EU countries (and other countries following
the EU directive 1999/5/EC) without any limitation except for the countries mentioned below:
Country
R
estriction Reason/remark
Bulgar
ia
N
one
General authorization required for outdoor use and
public service
Franc
e
Outdoor use limited to
10 mW e.i.r.p. within
the band 2454-2483.5
MHz
Military Radiolocation use. Refarming of the 2.4 GHz
band has been ongoing in recent years to allow current
relaxed regulation. Full implementation planned 2012
It
aly
N
one
If used outside of own premises, general authorization is
required
Lux
embourg
N
one
General authorization required for network and service
supply(not for spectrum)
N
orw
ay Impl
emented
This subsection does not apply for the geographical area
within a radius of 20 km from the centre of Ny-Ålesund
R
ussian Federation None Only for indoor applications
5150-
5250 MHz
Country
R
estriction Reason/remark
Bulgar
ia
N
ot implemented Planned
C
roatia
Lice
nse required
It
aly
General authorization required if used outside own
premises
Lux
embourg
N
one
General authorization required for network and service
supply (not for spectrum)
Russian Federation No info
5250-5350 MHz
Country Restriction Reason/remark
Bulgaria
Not
implemented
Planned
Croatia License required
Italy
General authorization required if used outside own
premises
Luxembourg None
General authorization required for network and service
supply (not for spectrum)
Russian Federation No info
5470-5725 MHz
Country Restriction Reason/remark
Bulgaria
Not
implemented
Planned
France
Relevant+ provisions for the implementation of DFS
mechanism described in ETSI standard EN 301 893
V1.3.1 and subsequent versions
Italy
General authorization required if used outside own
premises
Luxembourg None
General authorization required for network and service
supply (not for spectrum)
Russian Federation No info
Turkey Not implemented Defence systems
Note: Please don’t use the product outdoors in France.
Canadian Compliance Statement
This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSSs
. Operation is subject
to the following two conditions:
(2)This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device.
To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so
chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than that permitted for
successful communication.
Industry Canada Statement
Complies with the Canadian ICES-003 Class B specifications.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
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L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes :
(1) l'appareil nedoit pas produire de brouillage, et
(2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage
est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.
de licence.
The device for the band 5180-5240 MHz is only for indoor usage to reduce potential for
harmful interference to co-channel mobile satellite systems.
les dispositifs fonctionnant dans la bande 5180-5240 MHz sont réservés uniquement pour
une utilisation à l’intérieur afin de réduire les risques de brouillage préjudiciable aux
systèmes de satellites mobiles utilisant les mêmes canaux.
(1) This device may not cause interference, and
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Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 32cm
between the radiator & your body.
Déclaration d'exposition aux radiations:
Cet équipement est conforme aux limites d'exposition aux rayonnements IC établies pour un
environnement non contrôlé. Cet équipement doit être installé et utilisé avec un minimum
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Safety Information
z When product has power button, the power button is one of the way to shut off the product;
when there is no power button, the only way to completely shut off power is to disconnect the
product or the power adapter from the power source.
z Don’t disassemble the product, or make repairs yourself. You run the risk of electric shock and
voiding the limited warranty. If you need service, please contact us.
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TP-LINK TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD
D
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
For the following equipment:
Product Description: AC3200 Wireless Tri-Band Gigabit Router
Model No.: Archer C3200
Trademark: TP
-LINK
We declare under our own responsibility that the above products satisfy all the technical
regulations applicable to the product within the scope of Council Directives:
Directives 1999/5/EC, Directives 2004/108/EC, Directives 2006/95/EC, Directives 1999/519/EC,
Directives 2011/65/EU
The above product is in conformity with the following standards or other normative documents
EN 300 328 V1.8.1
EN 301 489-1 V1.9.2 & EN 301 489-17 V2.2.1
EN 55022: 2010 + AC: 2011
EN 55024: 2010
EN 61000-3-2: 2006 + A1: 2009 + A2: 2009
EN 61000-3-3: 2013
EN 60950-1: 2006 + A11: 2009 + A1: 2010 + A12: 2011
EN 50385: 2002
EN 301 893 V1.7.1
The product carries the CE Mark:
Person responsible for making this declaration:
Yang Hongliang
Product Manager of International Business
Date of issue: 2015
TP-LINK TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD.
Building 24 (floors 1, 3, 4, 5), and 28 (floors 1-4) Central Science and Technology Park, Shennan Rd,
Nanshan, Shenzhen, China
CONTENTS
Chapter 1. Get to Know About Your Router ........................................................ 1
1.
1 Product Overview ......................................................................................................... 1
1.2 Conventions .................................................................................................................. 1
1.3 Main Features ............................................................................................................... 2
1.4 Panel Layout ................................................................................................................. 3
1.4.1 Front Panel ....................................................................................................... 3
1.4.2 Rear Panel ........................................................................................................ 4
Chapter 2. Connect Your Router .......................................................................... 6
2.
1 System Requirements .................................................................................................. 6
2.2 Installation Environment Requirements ........................................................................ 6
2.3 Connect Your Router .................................................................................................... 6
Chapter 3. Log into Your Router .......................................................................... 9
Chapter 4.
Set Up Internet Connection ............................................................. 10
4.
1 Quick Setup ................................................................................................................ 10
4.1.1 Use the Quick Setup with Auto-detection ....................................................... 10
4.2 Manual Setup .............................................................................................................. 14
4.2.1 Manually configure your Internet Connection Settings ................................... 14
Chapter 5. Set up an IPv6 Internet Connection ................................................ 19
Chapter 6.
Bandwidth Control ............................................................................ 23
Chapter 7.
Network Security .............................................................................. 26
7.
1 MAC Filtering .............................................................................................................. 26
7.2 Access Control ............................................................................................................ 28
7.3 IP & MAC Binding ....................................................................................................... 31
Chapter 8. IPTV .................................................................................................... 34
Chapter 9.
USB Settings ..................................................................................... 35
9.
1 Local Storage Sharing ................................................................................................ 35
9.2 Remote Access via FTP Server .................................................................................. 38
9.3 Media Sharing ............................................................................................................. 41
9.4 Printer Sharing ............................................................................................................ 43
Chapter 10. Parental Controls ........................................................................... 49
Chapter 11.
Guest Network ............................................................................... 52
11.
1 Create a Network for Guests ...................................................................................... 52
1. V
isit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with the password you set for the router. 52
2. Go to AdvancedėGuest Network................................................................... 52
3. Enable a guest network (2.4GHz, 5GHz-1, or 5GHz), and set the network
SSID and password. ................................................................................................... 52
4. Click Save. ...................................................................................................... 53
11.2 Limit the Network Authorities for Guests .................................................................... 53
1. Go to AdvancedėGuest Network. ................................................................. 53
2. Limit the network authorities and bandwidth according to your needs. ......... 53
3. Click Save. ...................................................................................................... 54
Chapter 12. NAT Forwarding ............................................................................. 55
12.
1 Share Local Website on the Internet .......................................................................... 55
Method 1 Through Virtual Server ............................................................................... 55
Mode 1: Automatic Configuration ............................................................................... 56
Mode 2: Manual Configuration ................................................................................... 56
Method 2 Through DMZ .............................................................................................. 57
12.2 Share Local Resources on the Internet ...................................................................... 58
Method 1 Through Virtual Server ............................................................................... 58
Method 2 Through DMZ .............................................................................................. 60
12.3 Make Online Game Free from Port Restriction .......................................................... 61
12.4 Make Xbox Online Games Run Smoothly with UPnP ................................................ 62
12.5 More Applications ....................................................................................................... 63
Chapter 13. Customize Your Network Settings ............................................... 66
13.
1 LAN Settings ............................................................................................................... 66
13.1.1 Change the LAN IP address ........................................................................... 66
13.1.2 Use the Router as a DHCP Server ................................................................. 66
13.1.3 Reserve LAN IP Addresses ............................................................................ 68
13.2 Wireless Settings ........................................................................................................ 69
13.2.1 Specify Basic Wireless Settings ..................................................................... 69
13.2.2 Use WPS for Wireless Connection ................................................................. 70
13.2.3 Schedule Your Wireless Function ................................................................... 73
13.2.4 View Information ............................................................................................. 74
13.3 Register a Domain Name for Your Router .................................................................. 75
13.4 Interface Grouping ...................................................................................................... 76
13.5 Create Static Routes ................................................................................................... 78
13.6 Set up VPN Connection .............................................................................................. 80
Chapter 14. Administrate Your Network ........................................................... 85
14.
1 Set System Time and Region ..................................................................................... 85
14.2 Update the Firmware .................................................................................................. 86
14.3 Back up and Restore Configuration Settings ............................................................. 86
14.4 Change the Administrator Account ............................................................................. 87
14.5 Local Management ..................................................................................................... 88
14.6 Remote Management ................................................................................................. 88
Appendix A: FAQ .................................................................................................... 90
Q1
. What can I do if I forgot my wireless password? ........................................................ 90
Q2. How to retrieve the username and password of the web management page? ......... 90
Q3. I cannot login the router’s web management page, what can I do? .......................... 92
Q4. How to use the WDS Bridging function to extend my wireless network? .................. 94
Q5. I cannot access the Internet even though the configuration is finished, what can I do?
.................................................................................................................................. 98
Q6. I cannot find my wireless network or I cannot connect the wireless network, what can I
do? .......................................................................................................................... 103
Appendix B: Configuring the PC ......................................................................... 109
Appendix C: Specifications ................................................................................. 112
Appendix D: Glossary .......................................................................................... 114
Archer C3200 AC3200 Wireless Tri-Band Gigabit Router
Chapter 1. Get to Know About Your Router
1.1 Product Overview
The Archer C3200 AC3200 Wireless Tri-Band Gigabit Router integrates 4-port Switch, Firewall,
NAT-router and Wireless AP. Powered by 3x3 MIMO technology, this router delivers exceptional
range and speed, which can fully meet the need of Small Office/Home Office (SOHO) networks and
the users demanding higher networking performance. Your wireless connections are radio band
selectable to avoid interference in your area, and the four built-in Gigabit ports supply high-speed
connection to your wired devices.
The Archer C3200 provides up to 3200Mbps wireless connection with other wireless clients. The
incredible speed makes it ideal for handling multiple data streams at the same time, which ensures
your network stable and smooth. The performance of this 802.11ac wireless router will give you the
unexpected networking experience at speed much faster than 802.11n. It is also compatible with all
IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11b and IEEE 802.11g products.
With multiple protection measures, including SSID broadcast control and wireless LAN
64/128/152-bit WEP encryption, Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA2- PSK, WPA- PSK), as well as
advanced Firewall protections, the Archer C3200 provides complete data privacy.
The Archer C3200 provides flexible access control, so that parents or network administrators can
establish restricted access policies for children or staff. It also supports Virtual Server and DMZ host
for Port Triggering, and then the network administrators can manage and monitor the network in real
time with the remote management function.
Since the router is compatible with virtually all the major operating systems, it is very easy to
manage. Quick Setup Wizard is supported and detailed instructions are provided step by step in
this user guide. Before installing the router, please look through this guide to know all the router’s
functions.
1.2 Conventions
The router or Archer C3200 mentioned in this guide stands for Archer C3200 AC3200 Wireless
Tri-Band Gigabit Router without any explanation.
Simple Installation
Flexible Access Control
Multiple Security Protections
Incredible Speed
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1.3 Main Features
¾ Complies with IEEE 802.11ac.
¾ One 10/100/1000M Auto-Negotiation RJ45 Internet port, four 10/100/1000M Auto-Negotiation
RJ45 Ethernet ports, supporting Auto MDI/MDIX.
¾ Provides a USB 3.0 port and a USB 2.0 port supporting file sharing and print server.
¾ Provides WPA/WPA2, WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK authentication, TKIP/AES encryption security.
¾ Shares data and Internet access for users, supporting Dynamic IP/Static IP/PPPoE/PPTP/
L2TP Internet access.
¾ Supports simultaneous 2.4GHz and 5GHz connections for 3200Mbps of total available
bandwidth.
¾ Supports Virtual Server, Special Application and DMZ host.
¾ Supports UPnP, Dynamic DNS, Static Routing.
¾ Provides Automatic-connection and Scheduled Connection on certain time to the Internet.
¾ Built-in NAT and DHCP server supporting static IP address distributing.
¾ Supports Parental Control and Access Control.
¾ Connects Internet on demand and disconnects from the Internet when idle for PPPoE.
¾ Provides WEP encryption security and wireless LAN ACL (Access Control List).
¾ Supports Flow Statistics.
¾ Supports IPv6.
¾ Supports firmware upgrade and Web management.
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1.4 Panel Layout
1.4.1 Front Panel
The rout
er’s LEDs are located on the front panel (View from left to right).
Name Status Indication
(Power)
Flashing The router is booting or upgrading.
On The router has booted.
Off Power is off.
(2.4GHz
Wireless)
On 2.4GHz wireless is working properly.
Off 2.4GHz wireless is disabled.
(5GHz-1
Wireless)
On 5GHz-1 wireless is working properly.
Off 5GHz-1 wireless is disabled.
(5GHz-2
Wireless)
On 5GHz-2 wireless is working properly.
Off 5GHz-2 wireless is disabled.
(Ethernet)
On There is device(s) connected to the Ethernet (1/2/3/4) port(s).
Off No any device is connected to the Ethernet (1/2/3/4) port.
(Internet)
Blue The Internet port is connected, and the Internet is accessible.
Orange The Internet port is connected, but the Internet is inaccessible.
Off
The Internet port isn’t connected, and the Internet is
inaccessible.
(WPS)
Flashing
WPS button on the router is pressed, and the router is trying to
connect a wireless device to its network via WPS.
On The connection via WPS is successful.
Off The connection via WPS fails.
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(USB 1)
Flashing
The router is identifying the device connected to the USB 2.0
port.
On The device is identified successfully.
Off No device is connected to the USB 2.0 port.
(USB 2)
Flashing
The router is identifying the device connected to the USB 3.0
port.
On The device is identified successfully.
Off No device is connected to the USB 3.0 port.
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Note:
After a device is successfully added to the network by WPS function, the WPS LED will keep on
for about 5 minutes and then turn off.
The following buttons are also located on the front panel (View from left to right).
¾
(Wi-Fi): Pressing this button for 2 seconds enables or disables the Wi-Fi function.
¾
(WPS): Pressing this button for less than 5 seconds enables the WPS function. If your
client devices, such as wireless adapters, that support Wi-Fi Protected Setup, then you can
press this button to quickly establish a connection between the router and client devices and
automatically configure wireless security for your wireless network.
¾
(LED On/Off): Pressing this button for 2 seconds turns all LEDs on or off.
1.4.2 Rear Panel
Figure 1-1 Rear Panel sketch
The following parts are located on the rear panel (View from left to right).
¾ Reset: Pressing this button for about 8 seconds enables the Reset function.
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¾ USB 2.0: The USB 2.0 port connects to a USB 2.0 storage device or a USB 2.0 printer.
¾ Internet: This port is where you will connect the DSL/cable Modem, or Ethernet.
¾ Ethernet (1, 2, 3, 4): These ports (1, 2, 3, 4) connect the router to the local PC(s).
¾ USB 3.0: The USB 3.0 port connects to a USB 3.0 storage device or a USB 3.0 printer.
¾ Power On/Off: The switch for the power.
¾ Power: The Power socket is where you will connect the power adapter. Please use the
power adapter provided.
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Chapter 2. Connect Your Router
2.1 System Requirements
¾ Broadband Internet Access Service (DSL/Cable/Ethernet)
¾ One DSL/Cable Modem that has an RJ45 connector (which is not necessary if the router is
connected directly to the Ethernet)
¾ PCs with a working Ethernet Adapter and an Ethernet cable with RJ45 connectors
¾ TCP/IP protocol on each PC
¾ Web browser, such as Microsoft Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox or Apple Safari
2.2 Installation Environment Requirements
¾ Place the router in a well-ventilated place far from any heater or heating vent
¾ Avoid direct irradiation of any strong light (such as sunlight)
¾ Keep at least 2 inches (5 cm) of clear space around the router
¾ Operating Temperature: 0ȭ~40ȭ (32ȯ~104ȯ)
¾ Operating Humidity: 10%~90%RH, Non-condensing
2.3 Connect Your Router
1. Connect your router as shown in the figure below. The electrical outlet shall be installed near
the device and shall be easily accessible.
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Note:
If your Internet connection is through an Ethernet cable from the wall instead of through a
DSL / Cable / Satellite modem, connect the Ethernet cable directly to the router’s Internet
port.
2. Verify that the following LEDs are on and stable before continuing with the configuration:
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Note:
If the 2.4GHz, 5GHz-1, and 5GHz-2 LEDs are off, press the Wi-Fi button
for about 2
seconds, then check the LEDs again in a few seconds.
3. Connect your computer to the router.
Option 1: Wire
d
T
urn off the Wi-Fi on your computer and connect the devices as shown below.
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Option 2: Wireless
Connect wirelessly by using the SSID (network name) and Wireless Password printed on the
product label at the bottom of the router.
Option 3: Via WPS
If your computer or wireless adapter has a physical WPS button, you can use the WPS button
to quickly connect the router.
1. Press the WPS button on the router for 1 second.
2. Within 2 minutes, press the WPS button on your computer or wireless adapter for 2
seconds.
The WPS LED flashes for two minutes during the WPS process. When the WPS LED is
on, the client device has successfully connected to the router.
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Chapter 3. Log into Your Router
1. If the TCP/IP Protocol on your computer is set to the static (fixed) IP address, you need to
change it to obtain an IP address automatically.
2. Enter http://tplinkwifi.net or http://192.168.0.1
in the address bar of a web browser.
3. Use admin for both username and password, and click Login.
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Note:
If the above screen does not pop up, it means that your Web-browser has been set to a proxy.
Go to Tools menu>Internet Options>Connections>LAN Settings, in the screen that
appears, cancel the Using Proxy checkbox, and click OK to finish it.
4. Create a new username and password for subsequent login.
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Chapter 4. Set Up Internet Connection
4.1 Quick Setup
The Quick Setup Wizard will guide you through the process to set up your router to access
the Internet.
4.1.1 Use the Quick Setup with Auto-detection
I want to: Automatically set up my router to access the Internet.
Note: If you need the IPv6 Internet connection, please refer to the section of
Manually Specify IPv6 Internet Connections.
Example:
My Internet service provider (ISP) provided me Dynamic IP as the Internet
connection type. I want to quickly configure my router for Internet connection.
How can I
do that?
1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net
, and log in with the password you set for the router.
2. Click Quick Setup on the top of the pageˈselect your Region and Time Zone
from the drop-down list and click Next.
3. Click Auto Detect and the router will detect your connection type
automatically.
Note:
You can also choose the connection type manually. If you use DSL line and you
are only provided an account name and a password by your ISP, choose PPPoE.
If you use cable TV or fiber cable, choose Dynamic IP. If you are provided more
information such as IP address, Subnet Mask and Default Gateway, choose Static
IP. Contact your ISP if you are not sure about the Internet connection information.
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4. In this case, the router automatically detects Dynamic IP as the connection
type. Click Next.
5. Follow the instructions on the page to decide whether to clone MAC Address.
Click Next.
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6. Configure your wireless settings and click Next.
Note:
¾ You may customize your 2.4GHz/5GHz SSID and password. Once done, the
wireless connection will disconnect automatically, and you must then use the
new SSID/password to regain access to the Internet.
¾ Tick "Hide SSID" if you want to hide this wireless network name.
7. Confirm the information and click Save.
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8. Click Test Internet Connection.
I
f you successfully connect to the Internet, the screen will display as follows.
Co
mpleted!
Success! Now your computer and WiFi device can connect to the Internet!
You can connect your computer to the router's LAN port using an Ethernet cable to
join the local area network. You can also find and select the wireless network
name on your WiFi device to join the WiFi network.
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4.2 Manual Setup
Select Basic > Internet and you can check your current Internet connection settings. You can
also modify the settings according to the service information provided by your ISP.
4.2.1 Manually configure your Internet Connection Settings
I want to: View and manually modify the router's Internet connection settings.
Example:
After I finish the Quick Setup, I still cannot connect to the Internet, so I want to
check and modify the settings.
How can I
do that?
1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net
, and log in with the password you set for the router.
2. Click Basic on the top of the page, and then click Internet on the left to enter
the setting page.
3. Select your Internet connection type from the drop-down list.
Note: If you are unsure what your connection type is, click Auto Detect. Since
different connection types need different cables and connection information, you
can also refer to the demonstrations in Step 3 to judge your connection type.
4. Follow the instructions on the page to continue the configuration. Parameters
on the figures are just used for demonstration.
¾ If you choose Dynamic IP, you need to select whether to clone the MAC
address. Dynamic IP users are usually equipped with cable TV or fiber cable.
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¾
If you choose Static IP, enter the information provided by your ISP in the
corresponding fields.
¾
If you choose PPPoE, enter the username and password provided by your
ISP. PPPoE users usually have DSL cable.
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¾ If you choose L2TP, enter the username and password and choose the
Secondary Connection provided by your ISP. Different parameters are
needed according to the Secondary Connection.
¾ If you choose PPTP, enter the username, password and choose the
Secondary Connection provided by your ISP. Different parameters are
needed according to the Secondary Connection.
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5. Click Save to make the settings take effect. To check your Internet connection,
click Network Map on the left of the page.
Note:
It may take 1-2 minutes to make the settings valid.
6. After the connection succeed, the screen will display as follows. Here we take
PPPoE as an example.
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Note:
¾ If your Internet connection type is "Bigpond Cable", please go to
"Advanced>Network>Internet".
¾ If you use Dynamic IP and PPPoE and you are provided any other
parameters that are not required on the page, please go to
"Advanced>Network>Internet" to complete the configuration.
¾ If you still cannot connect to the Internet, refer to Appendix: FAQ for further
instructions.
Completed!
Success! Now your computer and WiFi device can connect to the Internet!
You can connect your computer to the router's LAN port using an Ethernet cable to
join the local area network. You can also find and select the wireless network
name on your WiFi device to join the WiFi network.
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Chapter 5. Set up an IPv6 Internet
Connection
I want to:
Connect to IPv6 network with information provided by my ISP.
How can I
do that?
1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net
, and log in with the password you set for the router.
2. Click Advanced > IPv6 to log into the co nf ig urati on page.
3. Enable IPv6, and select the Internet connection type provided by ISP.
Tip:
If you do not know what your Internet connection type is, contact your
ISP or judge according to already known information provided by your ISP.
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