TP Link C2600 User Manual
Archer C2600
User Guide
AC2600 Wireless Dual Band Gigabit Router
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FCC STATEMENT
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:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
• 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 39 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 Warning
This 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.
National Restrictions
This 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 Restriction Reason/remark
Bulgaria None
Outdoor use limited to 10 mW
France
Italy None
Luxembourg None
Norway Implemented
Russian Federation None Only for indoor applications
e.i.r.p. within the band
2454-2483.5 MHz
General authorization required for outdoor use and
public service
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
If used outside of own premises, general authorization is
required
General authorization required for network and service
supply(not for spectrum)
This subsection does not apply for the geographical area within
a radius of 20 km from the centre of Ny-Ålesund
Note: Please don’t use the product outdoors in France.
Canadian Compliance Statement
This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
(1)This device may not cause interference, and
(2)This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the
device.
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de
licence. 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.
This device has been designed to operate with omni-directional dipole antennas, and having a maximum
gain of 3.04dBi for 2.4G, 4.15dBi for 5G Band 4, and 4.95dBi for 5G Band 1. Antennas not included in
this list or having a gain greater than 3.04dBi for 2.4G, 4.15dBi for 5G Band 4, and 4.95dBi for 5G Band 1,
are strictly prohibited for use with this device. The required antenna impedance is 50 ohms.
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.
This radio transmitter (IC: 8853A-C2600 / Model: Archer C2600) has been approved by Industry Canada
to operate with the antenna type listed below with maximum permissible gain indicated. Antenna types
not included in this list, having a gain greater than the maximum gain indicated for that type, are strictly
prohibited for use with this device.
Le présent émetteur radio (IC: 8853A-C2600/ Model: Archer C2600) a été approuvé par Industrie Canada
pour fonctionner avec les types d'antenne énumérés ci-dessous et ayant un gain admissible maximal. Les
types d'antenne non inclus dans cette liste, et dont le gain est supérieur au gain maximal indiqué, sont
strictement interdits pour l'exploitation de l'émetteur.
Approved antenna(s) list
Antenna Type:External omni-directional antenna
Gain: 2412-2462MHz: 3.04dBi
5150-5250MHz: 4.95dBi
5745-5825MHz: 4.15dBi
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.
CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B)
Caution :
(i) the device for operation in the band 5 180-5 240 MHz is only for indoor use to reduce the potential
for harmful interference to co-channel mobile satellite systems;
(ii) high-power radars are allocated as primary users (i.e. priority users) of the bands 5 745-5 850 MHz
and that these radars could cause interference and/or damage to LE-LAN devices.
Avertissement:
(i)les dispositifs fonctionnant dans la bande 5 180-5 240 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;
(ii) De plus, les utilisateurs devraient aussi être avisés que les utilisateurs de radars de haute puissance
sont désignés utilisateurs principaux (c.-à-d., qu’ils ont la priorité) pour les bandes 5 745-5 850 MHz et
que ces radars pourraient causer du brouillage et/ou des dommages aux dispositifs LAN-EL.
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 45 cm 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 de 45 cm
de distance entre la source de rayonnement et votre corps.
Korea Warning Statements:
당해 무선설비는 운용중 전파혼신 가능성이 있음.
NCC Notice & BSMI Notice:
注意！
依據 低功率電波輻射性電機管理辦法
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加大功率或變更原設計之特性或功能。
第十四條 低功率射頻電機之使用不得影響飛航安全及干擾合法通行；經發現有干擾現象時，應立即
停用，並改善至無干擾時方得繼續使用。前項合法通信，指依電信規定作業之無線電信。低功率射
頻電機需忍受合法通信或工業、科學以及醫療用電波輻射性電機設備之干擾。
減少電磁波影響，請妥適使用。
安全諮詢及注意事項
• 請使用原裝電源供應器或只能按照本產品注明的電源類型使用本產品。
• 清潔本產品之前請先拔掉電源線。請勿使用液體、噴霧清潔劑或濕布進行清潔。
• 注意防潮，請勿將水或其他液體潑灑到本產品上。
• 插槽與開口供通風使用，以確保本產品的操作可靠並防止過熱，請勿堵塞或覆蓋開口。
• 請勿將本產品置放於靠近熱源的地方。除非有正常的通風，否則不可放在密閉位置中。
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Safety Information
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.
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.
Avoid water and wet locations.
This product can be used in the following countries:
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TP-LINK TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
For the following equipment:
Product Description: AC2600 Wireless Dual Band Gigabit Router
Model No.: Archer C2600
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 ................................................................................................................................................................................. 2
1.2 Main Features .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 2
1.3 Panel Layout ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 4
1.3.1 Top View ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 4
1.3.2 The Back Panel .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 6
Chapter 2. Connect the Hardware ................................................................................................................................... 7
2.1 Requirements for Operation ........................................................................................................................................................... 8
2.2 Position Your Router ............................................................................................................................................................................ 8
2.3 Connect Your Router .......................................................................................................................................................................... 8
Chapter 3. Log into Your Router ...................................................................................................................................... 10
Chapter 4. Set Up Internet Connection ....................................................................................................................... 11
4.1 Use Quick Setup Wizard ................................................................................................................................................................. 12
4.2 Manually Set up an Internet Connection ............................................................................................................................. 12
4.3 Set up IPv6 Connection .................................................................................................................................................................. 13
4.4 Test Internet Connectivity ............................................................................................................................................................. 14
Chapter 5. Bandwidth Control .......................................................................................................................................... 15
Chapter 6. Network Security .............................................................................................................................................. 18
6.1 MAC Filtering ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 19
6.2 Access Control ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 20
6.3 IP & MAC Binding ............................................................................................................................................................................... 23
Chapter 7. IPTV .......................................................................................................................................................................... 25
Chapter 8. USB Application ................................................................................................................................................ 26
8.1 Local Storage Sharing ...................................................................................................................................................................... 27
8.1.1 Access the USB disk ............................................................................................................................................................................ 27
8.1.2 Customize Your Settings .................................................................................................................................................................. 27
8.2 Remote Access via FTP Server .................................................................................................................................................... 29
8.2.1 Access the USB disk ............................................................................................................................................................................ 29
8.2.2 Customize Your Settings .................................................................................................................................................................. 31
8.3 Media Sharing ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 32
8.3.1 Access the USB disk ............................................................................................................................................................................ 32
8.3.2 Customize Your Settings .................................................................................................................................................................. 33
8.4 Printer Sharing ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 34
Chapter 9. Parental Controls .............................................................................................................................................. 38
Chapter 10. Guest Network .................................................................................................................................................. 41
10.1 Create a Network for Guests ........................................................................................................................................................ 42
10.2 Limit the Network Authorities and Bandwidth for Guests ......................................................................................... 43
Chapter 11. NAT Forwarding ............................................................................................................................................... 45
11.1 Share Local Resources in the Internet by Virtual Server ............................................................................................... 46
11.2 Open Ports Dynamically by Port Triggering ....................................................................................................................... 47
11.3 Make Applications Free from Port Restriction by DMZ ................................................................................................ 48
11.4 Make Xbox Online Games Run Smoothly by UPnP ........................................................................................................ 48
Chapter 12. Customize Your Network Settings.......................................................................................................... 50
12.1 LAN Settings .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 51
12.1.1 Change the LAN IP address ............................................................................................................................................................ 51
12.1.2 Use the Router as a DHCP Server ................................................................................................................................................. 51
12.1.3 Reserve LAN IP Addresses ................................................................................................................................................................ 52
12.2 Wireless Settings ................................................................................................................................................................................. 53
12.2.1 Specify Basic Wireless Settings ...................................................................................................................................................... 53
12.2.2 Use WPS for Wireless Connection ............................................................................................................................................... 54
12.2.3 Schedule Your Wireless Function ................................................................................................................................................ 56
12.2.4 View Information .................................................................................................................................................................................. 58
12.2.5 Advanced Wireless Settings ........................................................................................................................................................... 58
12.3 Register a Domain Name for Your Router ............................................................................................................................ 60
12.4 Interface Grouping ............................................................................................................................................................................ 61
12.5 Create Static Routes .......................................................................................................................................................................... 62
12.6 Set up VPN Connection .................................................................................................................................................................. 64
Chapter 13. Administrate Your Network........................................................................................................................ 69
13.1 Set System Time and Region ....................................................................................................................................................... 70
13.2 Update the Firmware ....................................................................................................................................................................... 71
13.3 Back up and Restore Configuration Settings ..................................................................................................................... 71
13.4 Change the Administrator Account ........................................................................................................................................ 72
13.5 System Log ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 73
13.6 Local Management ........................................................................................................................................................................... 74
13.7 Remote Management ..................................................................................................................................................................... 74
13.8 CWMP Settings .................................................................................................................................................................................... 75
13.9 SNMP Settings ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 76
Appendix A: Specifications ...................................................................................................................................................... 77
Appendix B: Troubleshooting Guide & FAQ ................................................................................................................... 78
Appendix C: Configure the PC ............................................................................................................................................... 84
Chapter 1. Get to Know About Your Router
This chapter introduces what the router can do and shows its main features and appearance.
This chapter contains the following sections:
Product Overview
Main Features
Panel Layout
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1.1 Product Overview
What This Product Does
TP-LINK’s Archer C2600 AC2600 Wireless Dual Band Gigabit Router is a combined wired/wireless network connection
device with integrated wireless router, reducing hassle of configuration and saving space. Featuring a variety of
features and rich functionality, Archer C2600 is the perfect hub of your home or business network.
802.11ac - The Next Generation of Wi-Fi
TP-LINK’s Archer C2600 comes with the next generation Wi-Fi standard – 802.11ac, backward compatible with 802.11n
and 3 times faster than wireless N speeds. With higher power efficiency and robust security, 802.11ac is the perfect
way to accelerate a home multimedia network and solve congestion that multiple devices may cause.
2600Mbps Concurrent Dual Band - More Bandwidth, Less Interference
With 1800Mbps wireless speeds over the crystal clear 5GHz band and 800Mbps over the 2.4GHz band, Archer C2600
offers you the flexibility of two dedicated networks and ensures amazing wireless performance. Simple tasks such as
sending e-mails or web browsing can be handled by the 2.4GHz band while bandwidth intensive tasks like online
gaming or HD video streaming can be processed by the 5GHz band – all at the same time.
Broad Wi-Fi Coverage
Featuring four fixed external antennas and high power amplifiers, Archer C2600 is able to boost Wi-Fi coverage
throughout your home.
Multifunctional USB Port – Easy Storage and Sharing
Using the Archer C2600’s multi-functional USB 2.0 port, you can share a printer with multiple computers and devices
on your network and can also share files & media at home or via the FTP server while away from home.
Interchangeable LAN/WAN Port - Versatile Connectivity
The Archer C2600 supports Ethernet WAN connections (EWAN), which allows users to have the flexibility of different
Internet connections among cable using its interchangeable LAN/WAN port. This unique feature makes it easier
when users need to change to fiber or cable services when necessary.
Guest Network
Guest Network Access provides secure Wi-Fi access for guests sharing your home or office network in a controlled
manner without needing to expose private Wi-Fi access codes or other personal data.
IPv6 Supported
Archer C2600 supports IPv6, which is the foundation of the next generation of the Internet and enables a range of
new services and improved user experience.
1.2 Main Features
Supports 802.11ac - The next generation of Wi-Fi, compatible with 802.11n
Simultaneous 2.4GHz 800Mbps and 5GHz 1800Mbps connections for 2600Mbps of total available bandwidth
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2 dual band fixed external antennas and high power amplifiers provide stable signals and optimal wireless
rage
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Supports USB Storage Sharing, Print Server, FTP Server, Media Server. Share a printer locally and files & media with
networked devices or remotely via FTP server
Ethernet WAN (EWAN) offers another broadband connectivity option for connecting VDSL, cable or fiber
modems
Adopts Advanced DMT modulation and demodulation technology.
Supports long transfers, the max line length can reach to 6.5Km.
Built-in DHCP server.
High speed and asymmetrical data transmit mode, provides safe and exclusive bandwidth.
Compatible with all mainstreams DSLAM (CO).
Provides integrated access of internet and route function which face to SOHO user.
Guest Network Access provides secure Wi-Fi access for guests sharing your home or office network
Parental Controls allow parents or administrators to establish restricted access policies for children or staff
IP-based Bandwidth Control makes it easier for you to manage the bandwidth of devices connected to the router
Supports IP/MAC filter and URL filter, Access Control list
SPI and NAT firewall protects end-user devices from potential attacks from the Internet
WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK encryptions provide user networks with active defense against security threats
Supports remote configuration and management through SNMP and CWMP.
Easy one-touch WPA wireless security encryption with the WPS button
Wi-Fi On/Off Button allows users to turn their wireless radio on or off
Supports firmware upgrade and Web management
Supports Virtual Server, DMZ host and Port Triggering
Supports Dynamic DNS, UPnP and Static Routing
Supports system log and flow Statistics
Supports IPv6
Supports firmware upgrade and Web management
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1.3 Panel Layout
Off
Power is off. Please ensure that the power adapter is connected correctly.
Off
1.3.1 Top View
The router’s LEDs are located on the top panel (view from top to bottom). You can check the router’s working status
by following the LED Explanation table.
LED Explanation:
Name Status Indication
On
(Power)
(Internet)
Flash
White
Orange
System initialization complete.
System initializing or firmware upgrading is in process. Do not disconnect or
power off the router.
The network is available with a successful Internet connection.
The router connect to the Internet, but you can not access the Internet.
There is no successful Internet connection or the router is operating in Bridge
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mode. Please refer to Note 2 for troubleshooting.
(Wireless)
Off
The wireless 5GHz band is disabled.
Off
No LAN port is connected.
On
Off
The wireless 2.4GHz band is working properly.
The wireless 2.4 GHz band is disabled.
(Wireless)
(LAN)
(WPS)
(USB)
On
On
On
Flash
Off
On
Flash
Off
The wireless 5GHz band is working properly.
At least one LAN port is connected.
A wireless device has been successfully added to the network by WPS
function.
WPS handshaking is in process and will continue for about 2 minutes. Please
press the WPS button on other wireless devices that you want to add to the
network while the LED is flashing.
A wireless device has failed to be added to the network by WPS function.
The USB device is identified and ready to use.
The USB device is being identified.
No USB device is plugged into the USB port.
Note:
1. 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.
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1.3.2 The Back Panel
LAN1, LAN2, LAN3,
The router’s back panel shows the connection ports, buttons and antennas (view from left to right). Refer to the
following for detailed instructions.
Item Description
LAN4/WAN
Internet
POWER
POWER ON/OFF
Antennas
These ports (1, 2, 3, 4) connect the router to the local PC(s).
This port is where you will connect the DSL/cable Modem, or Ethernet.
For connecting the router to power socket via the provided power adapter.
The switch for the power. Press it to power on or off the router.
Used for wireless operation and data transmit. Upright them for the best Wi-Fi
performance.
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1.3.3 The Side Panel
The router’s side panel shows the connection ports, buttons (view from left to right). Refer to the following for detailed
instructions.
Item Description
USB
WiFi ON/OFF
WPS
RESET
For connecting to a USB storage device or a USB printer.
For turning on/off the WiFi function.
The switch for the WPS function. 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.
The switch for the RESET function. There are two ways to reset the router's factory defaults.
Method one: With the router powered on, use a pin to press and hold the RESET button
for at least 8-10 seconds. And the router will reboot to its factory default settings.
Method two: Restore the default setting from Backup & Restore of the router's Web-based
Management.
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Chapter 2. Connect the Hardware
This chapter contains the following sections:
Requirements for Operation
Position Your Router
Connect Your Router
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2.1 Requirements for Operation
To connect and use the router for Internet sharing, you must have the following:
• Broadband Internet Access Service (DSL/Cable/Ethernet).
• PCs with an active Ethernet Adapter and an Ethernet cable with RJ45 connectors.
• TCP/IP protocol on each PC.
• Web browser, such as Microsoft Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox and Apple Safari.
2.2 Position Your Router
• The Product should not be located where it will be exposed to moisture or excessive heat.
• Place the router in a location where it can be connected to the various devices as well as to a power source.
• Make sure the cables and power cord are safely placed out of the way so they do not create a tripping hazard.
• The router can be placed on a shelf or desktop.
• Keep away from the strong electromagnetic radiation and the device of electromagnetic sensitive.
2.3 Connect Your Router
Follow the steps below to connect your router.
1. 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, then follow steps 5 and 6 to complete
the hardware connection.
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1) Install the antennas and position them vertically for best signal reception.
2) Turn off the modem, and remove the backup battery if it has one.
3) Connect the modem to the Internet port on your router with an Ethernet cable.
4) Turn on the modem, and then wait about 2 minutes for it to restart.
5) Turn on the router.
6) Verify that the following LEDs are on and solid before continuing with the configuration.
Note:
If the 2.4G LED
check the LEDs again in a few seconds later.
and 5G LED are off, please press the Wi-Fi On/Off button on the side panel for 2 seconds and
2. Connect your computer to the router.
Option 1: Wired
Turn off the Wi-Fi on your computer and connect the devices as shown below.
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Option 2: Wirelessly
Connect wirelessly by using the SSID (Network Name) and Wireless Password/PIN printed on the product label at
the bottom of the router.
Option 3: Use the WPS button
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 seconds.
2) Within 2 minutes, press the WPS button on your adapter for 2 seconds.
3) The WPS LED flashes for two minutes during the WPS process.
4) 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
With a Web-based utility, it is easy to configure and manage the Archer C2600 AC2600 Wireless Dual Band Gigabit
Router AC2600 Wireless Dual Band Gigabit Router. The Web-based utility can be used on any Windows, Macintosh or
UNIX OS with a Web browser, such as Microsoft Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox or Apple Safari.
Follow the steps below to 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. Refer to Appendix C: Configure the PC
2. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with the username and password you set for the router.
to configure your computer.
Note: If the login window does not appear, please refer to FAQ > Q1.
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Chapter 4. Set Up Internet Connection
This chapter introduces how to connect your router to the Internet. The router is equipped with a web-based Quick
Setup wizard. It has many ISP information built in, automates many of the steps and verifies that those steps have
been successfully completed. Furthermore, you can set up IPv6 connection if your ISP provided IPv6 service.
This chapter includes the following sections:
Use Quick Setup Wizard
Manually Set up an Internet Connection
Set up IPv6 Connection
Test Internet Connectivity
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4.1 Use Quick Setup Wizard
To set up my router with several easy steps quickly:
1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with the username and password you set for the router.
2. Create a new username and password, then click Confirm. Re-login using the new credentials.
3. Click Quick Setup, Select your region and time zone, and click Next.
Note:
Per FCC regulations, all Wi-Fi products marketed in the U.S. is locked to the U.S. region.
4. Select your WAN Connection Type, or click Auto Detect if you are unsure of what your connection type is. Click
Next and follow the instructions.
5. Use the default or change the wireless settings, and click Next.
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Note: If you change the default SSID and password, write down the new wireless settings.
6. Confirm your settings, and then click Save to continue or Back to make changes.
7. Test your Internet connection, then click Finish to quit the Quick Setup.
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Note:
1. If you don’t find your ISP in the ISP list, please select Other and then enter the information provided by your ISP.
2. During the quick setup process, you can change the preset wireless network name (SSID) and wireless password. Once
done, all your wireless devices must use the new SSID and password to connect to the router.
4.2 Manually Set up an Internet Connection
To manually add an Internet connection without following the instructions of the Quick Setup wizard:
1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net
2. Go to
3. Select your Internet Connect Type. Enter the information provided by your ISP for the Connection Type.
4. Click Save to make the settings effective and you can refer to Test Internet Connectivity to test the Internet
Basic > Internet
connection.
, and log in with the username and password you set for the router.
page.
Note: You can view and edit all Internet connections on
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Advanced > Network > Internet
page.
4.3 Set up IPv6 Connection
If your ISP provided also supports IPv6 connection and your ISP has provided some detailed IPv6 parameters, you can
configure the router to permit IPv6 connection.
1. Configure the WAN settings.
2. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net
1) Go to
2) In the Internet Connection Type list, select the IPv6 connection type. Your Internet service provider (ISP) can
Advanced > IPv6
provide this information.
, and log in with the username and password you set for the router.
page.
3) Fill in information as required by different connection type. (Red blanks must be filled.)
Static IP：
Fill in blanks and click Save.
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Dynamic IP: Click Advanced to have more configuration if ISP requires. Click Save to save the settings and
then click Renew to finish the configuration.
PPPoE: Fill in the Username and Password. Click Advanced to have more configuration if ISP requires.
Click Save to save the settings and then click Connect to finish the configuration.
6to4 Tunnel: An IPv4 Internet connection type is a prerequisite for this connection type. (Go to ...for more
information.) Click
and then click Connect to finish the configuration.
Advanced to have more configuration if ISP requires. Click Save to save the settings
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Pass-Through (Bridge): The screen adjusts, but no additional fields display. Click the Save
button.
4) Configure the IPv6 LAN settings. Windows users are recommended to choose from the first two types. Fill in
Address Prefix provided by ISP, and click Save to save the settings.
5) Click Status to check whether you succeed or not. The following figure is an example of a successful PPPoE
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