Quick Installation Guide
AC2300 Wireless MU-MIMO Gigabit Router
Connect the Hardware
1
Install the antennas.
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 Internet port, and then follow Step1, 5 and 6
to complete the hardware connection.
Internet
Power adapter
Modem
Power adapter
Turn off the modem,
2
and remove the backup
battery if it has one.
Connect the modem to the
3
router’s Internet port with an
Ethernet cable.
Router
Connect the power adapter
5
to the router and turn on
the router.
4
Turn on the modem, and
then wait about 2 minutes
for it to restart.
Verify that the following LEDs are on
6
and solid to confirm the hardware is
connected correctly.
Power
On
Note: If the 2.4GHz LED and 5GHz LED are off,
press and hold the Wi-Fi On/Off button on the
side panel for about 2 seconds. Both the LEDs
should turn solid on in a few seconds.
2.4GHz
On
5GHz
On
Internet
On
Configure the Cloud Router
iPhone
Connections are available
Wireless Network Connection
b
Click the network icon of your computer or go to Wi-Fi settings of your
smart device, and then select the SSID to join the network.
TP-Link Cloud Service
Method ONE: Via TP-Link Tether App
1. Download the Tether app.
or
Scan for Tether Tether
2. Connect your smartphone to the router.
The default wireless network
names (SSIDs) and password
are printed on the label at the
SSID:TP-Link_XXXX
SSID:TP-Link_XXXX_5G
3. Connect the router to the internet.
A Launch the Tether app. Select the model of
your router from the local device list.
B Create a login password and follow the
!
steps to connect to the internet.
Local Device
Archer XXXXX
50-C7-BF-02-EA-DC
Device
4. Register the TP-Link Cloud service.
To enjoy a more complete service from
TP-Link, tap Bind Now when prompted and
follow the instructions to register and bind a
1
ArcherC9
This device is not bound to any
TP-Link ID. Please bind for remote
management and more functions.
Bind NowLater
StatusDevices
TP-Link ID to your cloud router.
With the TP-Link ID, you can conveniently manage your
home network from your smartphone or tablet via the
Tether app, no matter where you find yourself.
bottom of the router.
Computer Smart Device
Wi-Fi
TP-Link_XXXX
TP-Link_XXXX_5G
√
Connect automatically Connect
or
< Settings
Wi-Fi
CHOOSE A NETWORK...
TP-Link_XXXX
TP-Link_XXXX_5G
Other...
2. Connect the router to the internet.
A
Launch a web browser, and enter http://tplinkwifi.net or http://192.168.0.1 in
the address bar. Create a login password and then click Let’s Get Started.
Note: If the login window does not appear, please refer to Q1 of Need Help? in this guide.
http://tplinkwifi.net
Password
Confirm Password
Let’s Get Started
B
Follow the step-by-step instructions to set up the internet connection and
register the TP-Link Cloud service.
Time Zone
Internet Connection Type
Wireless Settings
Summary
TP-Link Cloud Service
TP-Link Cloud service provides a better way to manage your cloud devices. For
example:
Remote Management
Easily manage your home network when you are out and
about via the Tether app on your smartphone or tablet.
Timely Upgrade Notifications
Keep informed of the latest rmware updates, ensuring
your router stays at its best.
One for All
Manage multiple TP-Link Cloud devices, all from a single
TP-Link ID.
You can set up and enjoy cloud functions via the Tether app or through the web management
page at http://tplinkwi.net.
To learn more about TP-Link Cloud service and other features (including Guest Network,
Parental Controls, Access Control and more), please refer to the User Manual at
www.tp-link.com.
Need Help?
Q1. What should I do if I cannot access the web management page?
If the computer is set to a static IP address, 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 and press Enter.
Use another web browser and try again.
Reboot your router and try again.
Disable and enable the network adapter being used.
Q2. What should I do if I cannot access the internet?
Check if the internet is working normally by connecting a computer directly to the modem
using 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 Basic > Network Map
page to check whether the internet IP address is valid or not. If it is, please run the Quick
Setup again; otherwise, check the hardware connection.
Reboot your router and try again.
For cable modem users, log in to the web management page of the router. Go to Advanced
> Network > Internet > MAC Clone, click Use Current Computer MAC Address and click
Save. Then reboot both the modem and the router.
Method TWO: Via Web Browser
1. Connect your device to the router (wired or wireless).
Wired
Turn off the Wi-Fi on your computer and connect the devices as shown
below.
Wireless
a
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Find the SSID and wireless password printed on the label of the router.
Ethernet cable
USB Applications
With the dual USB ports, it’s easy to share printers, files and media with multiple
devices.
USB sharing ports
Local Storage Sharing
Share les from the USB drive with
devices on your home network
Remote Access
Access the USB drive when you are
away from home
To learn more about the USB applications, visit
http://www.tp-link.com/app/usb, or simply scan the QR code.
Printer Sharing
Share a printer with multiple computers
connected to the router
Media Server
Play media from the USB drive on your
computer and smart devices
Q3. How do I restore the router to its factory default settings?
With the router powered on, use a pin to press and hold the Reset button on the side panel
until all the LEDs turn off, and then release the button.
Log in to the web management page of the router, go to Advanced > System Tools >
Backup & Restore, and click Factory Restore. The router will restore and reboot
automatically.
Q4. 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 on the side panel of the router until the
Power LED blinks to reset it, then visit http://tplinkwi.net to create a new login password.
Q5. What should I do if I forget my wireless network password?
If you have not changed the default wireless password, you can find it 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://tplinkwi.net, and go to Basic > Wireless to retrieve or
reset your wireless password.
For technical support and other information, please visit
http://www.tp-link.com/support
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