Quick Installation Guide
AC900 Wireless Dual Band Router
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Connecting the Hardware
Power adapter
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 follow Step 4 and 5 to
complete the hardware connection.
Internet
Power adapter
Modem
Turn o the modem,
1
and remove the backup
battery if it has one.
Connect the modem to
2
the router’s Internet port
with an Ethernet cable.
Router
Connect the Power adapter
4
to the router and turn on
the router.
Turn on the modem, and
3
then wait about 2 minutes
for it to restart.
Verify that the following LEDs are
5
on and solid to confirm the
hardware is connected correctly.
Power
On
Note: If the 2.4G LED and 5G LED are
not on, please press and hold the
WPS/Wi-Fi On/O button on the rear panel
until they are on.
2.4GOn5G
On
Internet
On
Connections are available
Wireless Network Connection
Configuring the Router
Connecting your computer to the router (Wired or Wireless)
1.
Wired
Turn o the Wi-Fi on your computer and connect the devices as shown
below.
Ethernet cable
Wireless
Find the SSID (Network Name)
a
and Wireless Password printed
on the label at the bottom of
the router.
Wireless Password/PIN:XXXXXXXX
SSID:TP-LINK_XXXX
SSID:TP-LINK_XXXX_5G
B
Follow the step-by-step instructions to set up the internet connection and
register the TP-LINK ID.
Internet Connection Type
Time zone
Note: If you are not sure of the Internet Connection Type, please click Auto Detect.
Wireless Settings
Summary
TP-LINK Cloud Service
Tether App
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 from your smartphone or tablet.
Timely Upgrade Notications
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 useful features supported by the router
(including Guest Network, Parental Controls, Access Control and more), please refer to the
User Manual at www.tp-link.com.
Click the network icon of your computer or go to Wi-Fi Settings of your
b
smart device, and then select the SSID to join the network.
Computer Smart Device
< Settings
Wi-Fi
TP-LINK_XXXX
TP-LINK_XXXX_5G
Connect automatically Connect
2.
Congure the router using a web browser
A
Launch a web browser, and enter http://tplinkwi.net or
OR
CHOOSE A NETWORK...
TP-LINK_XXXX
TP-LINK_XXXX_5G
Other...
Wi-Fi
http://192.168.0.1 in the address bar. Create a login password for secure
management purposes, 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://tplinkwi.net
The TP-LINK Tether app provides a simple, intuitive way to access and manage
your router.
Block unwelcome users from
connecting to your network
Change the basic wireless
network settings
Tether
View information about clients
connected to your router
Set up Parental Controls with
access time
How to begin?
1. Download the TP-LINK Tether app from the Apple App Store or Google
Play Store.
2. Ensure your smart device is wirelessly connected to the home network.
3. Launch the Tether app and start managing your home network.
Scan to download
Need Help?
What should I do if I cannot access the web management page?
Q1.
If the computer is set to a static IP address, change its settings to obtain an IP address
automatically.
Verify that http://tplinkwifi.net or http://192.168.0.1 is correctly entered in the web
browser. Alternatively, enter http://192.168.1.1 in the web browser.
Use another web browser and try again.
Reboot your router and try again.
Disable and enable the network adapter.
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 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 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, and go to
Advanced > Network > Internet > MAC Clone. Select Clone Current Computer MAC
Address and click Save. Then reboot both the modem and the router.
How do I restore the router to its factory default settings?
Q3.
With the router powered on, use a pin to press and hold the Reset button on the back
panel until the Power LED blinks.
Log in to the web management page of the router. Go to Advanced > System Tools >
Backup & Restore > Factory Default Restore, and click Factory Restore. The router will
restore and reboot automatically.
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More Features
The TP-LINK router supports various features, such as Guest Network, Parental
Controls, Access Control and more.
You can log in to the router’s web management page http://tplinkwifi.net to
apply these functions. For instructions, please refer to the User Manual at
www.tp-link.com.
Q4.
What should I do if I forget my web management page password?
Use a pin to press and hold the Reset button on the back of the router until the Power
LED blinks to reset it, then visit http://tplinkwifi.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, it can be found on the label at the
bottom of the router.
Connect your computer to the router via an Ethernet cable. Log in to the web
management page at http://tplinkwifi.net, and go to Basic > Wireless to retrieve or
reset your wireless password.