TP Link C7V4 Users Manual
REV4.0.2
1910011613
Archer C7
AC1750 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 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or
operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.”
CE Mark Warning
RF Exposure Information
This device meets the EU requirements (1999/5/EC Article 3.1a) on the limitation of exposure
of the general public to electromagnetic fields by way of health protection.
The device complies with RF specifications when the device used at 20 cm from your body.
Restricted to indoor use.
Canadian Compliance Statement
This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSSs. 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 ne doit pas produire de brouillage;
2） l’utilisateur de l’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, meme si le
brouillage est susceptible d’en compromettre le fonctionnement.
This radio transmitter (M/N: Archer C7) has been approved by Industry Canada to operate
with the antenna types listed below with the maximum permissible gain indicated. Antenna
types not included in this list(Appendix C), having a gain greater than the maximum gain
indicated for that type, are strictly prohibited for use with this device.
Le présent émetteur radio (M/N: Archer C7) 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(Annexe C) et dont le gain est
supérieur au gain maximal indiqué, sont strictement interdits pour l'exploitation de
l'émetteur.
Caution:
1） The device for operation in the band 5150–5250 MHz is only for indoor use to reduce
the potential for harmful interference to co-channel mobile satellite systems;
2） For devices with detachable antenna(s), the maximum antenna gain permitted for devices
in the band 5725-5850 MHz shall be such that the equipment still complies with the e.i.r.p.
limits specified for point-to-point and non-point-to-point operation as appropriate; and
The high-power radars are allocated as primary users (i.e. priority users) of the bands 5250-
5350 MHz and 5650-5850 MHz and that these radars could cause interference and/or
damage to LE-LAN devices.
Avertissement:
1） Le dispositif fonctionnant dans la bande 5150-5250 MHz est réservé uniquement pour
une utilisation à l’intérieur afin de réduire les risques de brouillage préjudiciable aux
systèmes de satellites mobiles utilisant les mêmes canaux;
2） Le gain maximal d'antenne permis pour les dispositifs avec antenne(s) amovible(s)
utilisant la bande 5725-5850 MHz doit se conformer à la limitation P.I.R.E spécifiée pour
l’exploitation point à point et non point à point, selon le cas.
En outre, 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
5250-5350 MHz et 5650-5850 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 20cm
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
20 cm de distance entre la source de rayonnement et votre corps.
Industry Canada Statement
CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B)
NCC Notice
注意！
依據 低功率電波輻射性電機管理辦法
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更頻率、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。
BSMI Notice
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。
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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。
請不要私自打開機殼，不要嘗試自行維修本產品，請由授權的專業人士進行此項工作。
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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.
Adapter shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.
The plug considered as disconnect device of adapter.
Use only power supplies which are provided by manufacturer and in the original
packing of this product. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us.
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RECYCLING
This product bears the selective sorting symbol for Waste electrical and electronic
equipment (WEEE). This means that this product must be handled pursuant to
European directive 2012/19/EU in order to be recycled or dismantled to minimize
its impact on the environment.
User has the choice to give his product to a competent recycling organization or to
the retailer when he buys a new electrical or electronic equipment.
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COPYRIGHT & TRADEMARKS
Specifications are subject to change without notice. is a registered trademark
of TP-LINK TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD. Other brands and product names are trademarks
or registered trademarks of their respective holders.
No part of the specifications may be reproduced in any form or by any means or
used to make any derivative such as translation, transformation, or adaptation
without permission from TP-LINK TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD. Copyright © 2016 TP-LINK
TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD. All rights reserved.
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CONTENTS
Package Contents ..................................................................................................... 1
Chapter 1. Introduction ......................................................................................... 2
1.1 Overview of the Router ................................................................................................. 2
1.2 Conventions .................................................................................................................. 3
1.3 Main Features ............................................................................................................... 3
1.4 Panel Layout ................................................................................................................. 4
1.4.1 The Front Panel ................................................................................................ 4
1.4.2 The Rear Panel ................................................................................................. 5
Chapter 2. Connecting the Router ....................................................................... 7
2.1 System Requirements .................................................................................................. 7
2.2 Installation Environment Requirements ........................................................................ 7
2.3 Connecting the Router .................................................................................................. 7
Chapter 3. Quick Installation Guide ..................................................................... 9
3.1 TCP/IP Configuration .................................................................................................... 9
3.2 Quick Installation Guide .............................................................................................. 11
Chapter 4. Configuring the Router .................................................................... 21
4.1 Login ........................................................................................................................... 21
4.2 Status .......................................................................................................................... 21
4.3 Quick Setup ................................................................................................................ 23
4.4 Network ....................................................................................................................... 23
4.4.1 WAN ................................................................................................................ 23
4.4.2 LAN ................................................................................................................. 32
4.4.3 MAC Clone ...................................................................................................... 33
4.4.4 IPTV ................................................................................................................ 34
4.5 Dual Band Selection ................................................................................................... 34
4.6 Wireless 2.4GHz ......................................................................................................... 35
4.6.1 Wireless Settings ............................................................................................ 35
4.6.2 WPS ................................................................................................................ 37
4.6.3 Wireless Security ............................................................................................ 39
4.6.4 Wireless MAC Filtering ................................................................................... 42
4.6.5 Wireless Advanced ......................................................................................... 45
4.6.6 Wireless Statistics ........................................................................................... 46
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4.7 Wireless 5GHz ............................................................................................................ 47
4.7.1 Wireless Settings ............................................................................................ 47
4.7.2 WPS ................................................................................................................ 48
4.7.3 Wireless Security ............................................................................................ 51
4.7.4 Wireless MAC Filtering ................................................................................... 54
4.7.5 Wireless Advanced ......................................................................................... 56
4.7.6 Wireless Statistics ........................................................................................... 57
4.8 Guest Network ............................................................................................................ 58
4.8.1 Wireless Settings ............................................................................................ 58
4.9 DHCP .......................................................................................................................... 60
4.9.1 DHCP Settings ................................................................................................ 60
4.9.2 DHCP Clients List ........................................................................................... 61
4.9.3 Address Reservation ...................................................................................... 61
4.10 USB Settings ............................................................................................................... 63
4.10.1 Disk Settings ................................................................................................... 63
4.10.2 Folder Sharing ................................................................................................ 64
4.10.3 Print Server ..................................................................................................... 66
4.11 NAT ............................................................................................................................. 67
4.12 Forwarding .................................................................................................................. 67
4.12.1 Virtual Servers ................................................................................................ 67
4.12.2 Port Triggering ................................................................................................ 69
4.12.3 DMZ ................................................................................................................ 72
4.12.4 UPnP ............................................................................................................... 72
4.13 Security ....................................................................................................................... 73
4.13.1 Basic Security ................................................................................................. 73
4.13.2 Advanced Security .......................................................................................... 75
4.13.3 Local Management ......................................................................................... 76
4.13.4 Remote Management ..................................................................................... 77
4.14 Parental Control .......................................................................................................... 78
4.15 Access Control ............................................................................................................ 81
4.15.1 Rule ................................................................................................................. 81
4.15.2 Host ................................................................................................................. 87
4.15.3 Target .............................................................................................................. 88
4.15.4 Schedule ......................................................................................................... 90
4.16 Advanced Routing ...................................................................................................... 92
4.16.1 Static Routing List ........................................................................................... 92
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4.16.2 System Routing Table ..................................................................................... 93
4.17 Bandwidth Control ...................................................................................................... 94
4.17.1 Control Settings .............................................................................................. 94
4.17.2 Rules List ........................................................................................................ 95
4.18 IP & MAC Binding ....................................................................................................... 96
4.18.1 Binding Settings .............................................................................................. 96
4.18.2 ARP List .......................................................................................................... 98
4.19 Dynamic DNS ............................................................................................................. 99
4.19.1 Comexe DDNS ............................................................................................... 99
4.19.2 Dyndns DDNS ............................................................................................... 100
4.19.3 No-IP DDNS .................................................................................................. 100
4.20 IPv6 Support ............................................................................................................. 101
4.20.1 IPv6 Status .................................................................................................... 102
4.20.2 IPv6 Setup .................................................................................................... 103
4.21 System Tools ............................................................................................................. 108
4.21.1 Time Settings ................................................................................................ 109
4.21.2 Diagnostic ..................................................................................................... 110
4.21.3 Firmware Upgrade ........................................................................................ 112
4.21.4 Factory Defaults ............................................................................................ 113
4.21.5 Backup & Restore ......................................................................................... 113
4.21.6 Reboot ........................................................................................................... 114
4.21.7 Password ...................................................................................................... 115
4.21.8 System Log ................................................................................................... 115
4.21.9 Statistics ........................................................................................................ 117
4.22 Logout ....................................................................................................................... 119
Appendix A: FAQ .................................................................................................. 120
Appendix B: Configuring the PC ......................................................................... 125
Appendix C: Specifications ................................................................................. 128
Appendix D: Glossary .......................................................................................... 129
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Package Contents
The following items should be found in your package:
Archer C7 AC1750 Wireless Dual Band Gigabit Router
DC Power Adapter for Archer C7 AC1750 Wireless Dual Band Gigabit Router
Ethernet Cable
Quick Installation Guide
Note:
Make sure that the package contains the above items. If any of the listed items are damaged or
missing, please contact your distributor.
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Simple Installation
Flexible Access Control
Multiple Security Protections
Incredible Speed
Chapter 1. Introduction
1.1 Overview of the Router
The Archer C7 AC1750 Wireless Dual Band Gigabit Router integrates 4-port Switch, Firewall,
NAT-router and Wireless AP. Powered by 3x3 MIMO technology, the AC1750 Wireless Dual Band
Gigabit 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 C7 AC1750 Wireless Dual Band Gigabit Router provides up to 1750Mbps 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 C7 AC1750 Wireless Dual Band Gigabit Router
provides complete data privacy.
The Archer C7 AC1750 Wireless Dual Band Gigabit Router 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.
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1.2 Conventions
The router or Archer C7 mentioned in this guide stands for Archer C7 AC1750 Wireless Dual Band
Gigabit Router without any explanation.
1.3 Main Features
Complies with IEEE 802.11ac.
One 10/100/1000M Auto-Negotiation RJ45 Internet port, four 10/100/1000M Auto-Negotiation
RJ45 Ethernet ports, supporting Auto MDI/MDIX.
Provides USB ports supporting storage/FTP/Media/Print Server.
Provides WPA/WPA2, WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK authentication, TKIP/AES encryption security.
Shares data and Internet access for users, supporting Dynamic IP/ Static IP/ PPPoE/ PPTP/
L2TP/ BigPond Internet access.
Supports simultaneous 2.4GHz and 5GHz connections for 1750Mbps of total available
bandwidth.
Supports Virtual Server, Special Application and DMZ host.
Supports UPnP, Dynamic DNS, Static Routing.
Provides Automatic-connection and Scheduled Connection on certain time to the Internet.
Built-in NAT and DHCP server supporting static IP address distributing.
Supports Parental Control and Access Control.
Connects Internet on demand and disconnects from the Internet when idle for PPPoE.
Provides 64/128/152-bit WEP encryption security and wireless LAN ACL (Access Control
List).
Supports Flow Statistics.
Supports IPv6.
Supports firmware upgrade and Web management.
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The wireless function is enabled. The router is working on
2.4GHz radio band.
The wireless function is enabled. The router is working on
5GHz radio band.
There is a device linked to the corresponding port but there
is no activity.
A wireless device has been successfully added to the
network by WPS function.
1.4 Panel Layout
1.4.1 The Front Panel
Figure 1-1 LEDs on the front panel
The router’s LEDs are located on the front panel (View from left to right).
Name Status Indication
(Power)
(System)
(Wireless
2.4GHz)
(Wireless
5GHz)
(Ethernet)
(Internet)
Off Power is off.
On
On
Flashing
Off
Off
Flashing
Off
Flashing
Off
On
Flashing There is an active device linked to the corresponding port.
Slow
Flashing
Power is on.
The router is initializing or maybe has a system error.
The router is working properly.
The router has a system error.
The wireless function is disabled.
The wireless function is disabled.
There is no device linked to the corresponding port.
A wireless device is connecting to the network by WPS
function. This process will last in the first 2 minutes.
(WPS)
(USB on
the rear panel)
On
Quick
Flashing
Off No storage device or printer is plugged into the USB port.
On
A wireless device failed to be added to the network by WPS
function.
A storage device or printer has connected to the USB port.
Table 1-1 The LEDs Description
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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.
2. The router is set to working concurrently in 2.4GHz and 5GHz by default. If you desire to
choose the working frequency, please go to 4.5 Dual Band Selection
1.4.2 The Rear Panel
.
Figure 1-2 Rear Panel sketch
The following parts are located on the rear panel (View from left to right).
Power: The Power socket is where you will connect the power adapter. Please use the
power adapter provided with this Archer C7 AC1750 Wireless Dual Band Gigabit Router.
On/Off: The switch for the power.
Wireless On/Off: The switch for the wireless function.
USB: The USB port connects to a USB storage device or a USB printer.
Internet: This port is where you will connect the DSL/cable Modem, or Ethernet.
Ethernet (1, 2, 3, 4): These ports (1, 2, 3, 4) connect the router to the local PC(s).
WPS/Reset:
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.
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Pressing this button for more than 5 seconds enables the Reset function. With the router
powered on, press and hold the WPS/Reset button (approximately 8 seconds) until the SYS
LED becomes quick-flash from slow-flash. And then release the button and wait the router
to reboot to its factory default settings.
Wireless antenna: To receive and transmit the wireless data.
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Chapter 2. Connecting the Router
2.1 System Requirements
Broadband Internet Access Service (DSL/Cable/Ethernet)
One DSL/Cable Modem that has an RJ45 connector (which is not necessary if the router is
connected directly to the Ethernet)
PCs with a working Ethernet Adapter and an Ethernet cable with RJ45 connectors
TCP/IP protocol on each PC
Web browser, such as Microsoft Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox or Apple Safari
2.2 Installation Environment Requirements
Place the router in a well-ventilated place far from any heater or heating vent
Avoid direct irradiation of any strong light (such as sunlight)
Keep at least 2 inches (5 cm) of clear space around the router
Operating Temperature: 0℃~40℃ (32℉~104℉)
Operating Humidity: 10%~90%RH, Non-condensing
2.3 Connecting the Router
Before installing the router, make sure your PC is connected to the Internet through the
broadband service successfully. If there is any problem, please contact you r I SP. After that, please
install the router according to the following steps. Don't forget to pull out the power plug and keep
your hands dry.
1. Power off your modem (if the modem has a backup battery, please remove it too.), and
disconnect your existing router if you have one.
2. Connect the Internet port on your Router to the Modem’s LAN port with an Ethernet cable.
3. Connect your computer to one of the Ethernet ports labeled 1~4 on the Router with an
Ethernet cable.
4. Power on the modem and wait for 2 minutes.
5. Make sure the Wireless On/Off switch is On. Then plug the provided power adapter into the
Power jack and the other end to a standard electrical wall socket. Press the On/Off button to
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power on the Router. (Before you power on the Router, please make sure your computer is
NOT connected to any other wireless network.)
Figure 2-1 Hardware Installation
Figure 2-2 USB Installation
Note:
If you want to use the router to share files or printer, plug the USB storage device to the USB port
or connect the printer to the router with a matching cable.
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Chapter 3. Quick Installation Guide
This chapter will show you how to configure the basic functions of your AC1750 Wireless Dual
Band Gigabit Router using Quick Setup Wizard within minutes.
3.1 TCP/IP Configuration
The default IP address of the router is 192.168.0.1 and the default Subnet Mask is 255.255.255.0.
These values can be changed as you desire. In this guide, we use all the default values for
description.
Connect the local PC to the Ethernet ports of the router and then you can configure the IP address
for your PC by the following method: Set up the TCP/IP Protocol in "Obtain an IP address
automatically" mode on your PC. If you need instructions as to how to do this, please refer to
Appendix B: Configuring the PC
Now, you can run the Ping command in the command prompt to verify the network connection
between your PC and the router. The following example is in Windows XP OS.
Open a command prompt, and type ping 192.168.0.1, and then press Enter.
If the result displayed is similar to the Figure 3-1, it means the connection between your PC
and the router has been established well.
. Then the built-in DHCP server will assign IP address for the PC.
Figure 3-1 Success result of Ping command
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If the result displayed is similar to Figure 3-2, it means the connection between your PC and
the router failed.
Figure 3-2 Failure result of Ping command
Please check the connection following these steps:
1. Is the connection between your PC and the router correct?
Note:
The 1/2/3/4 LEDs of Ethernet ports which you link to on the router and LEDs on your PC's adapter
should be lit.
2. Is the TCP/IP configuration for your PC correct?
If the router's IP address is 192.168.0.1, your PC's IP address must be within the range of
192.168.0.2 ~ 192.168.0.254.
3. Is the default LAN IP of the router correct?
Note:
If the LAN IP of the modem connected with your router is 192.168.0.x, the default LAN IP of the
router will automatically switch from 192.168.0.1 to 192.168.1.1 to avoid IP conflict. Therefore, in
order to verify the network connection between your PC and the router, you can open a command
prompt, and type ping 192.168.1.1, and then press Enter.
Note:
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3.2 Quick Installation Guide
With a Web-based utility, it is easy to configure and manage the AC1750 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.
1. To access the configuration utility, open a web-browser and type in the default IP address
http://tplinkwifi.net
in the address field.
Figure 3-3 Log in the router
After a moment, a login window will appear, similar to Figure 3-4. Enter admin for the User
Name and Password, both in lower case letters. Then click the Login button or press the
Enter key.
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.
2. After successful login, the Quick Setup page will appear for you to quickly configure your
router.
Figure 3-4 Login Windows
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Figure 3-5 Quick Setup
3. Click Next, and then WAN Connection Type page will appear, shown in Figure 3-6.
Figure 3-6 WAN Connection Type
The router provides Auto-Detect function and supports five popular ways PPPoE, Dynamic IP, Static
IP, L2TP and PPTP to connect to the Internet. It’s recommended that you make use of the
Auto-Detect function. If you are sure of what kind of connection type your ISP provides, you can select
the very type and click Next to go on configuring.
4. If you select Auto-Detect, the router will automatically detect the connection type your ISP
provides. Make sure the cable is securely plugged into the Internet port before detection. The
appropriate configuration page will be displayed when an active Internet service is
successfully detected by the router.
1) If the connection type detected is Dynamic IP, the next screen will appear as shown in
Figure 3-7. Please select to clone the MAC address or not, according to your situation.
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Figure 3-7 Quick Setup – MAC Clone
2) If the connection type detected is Static IP, the next screen will appear as shown in
Figure 3-8. Configure the following parameters and then click Next to continue.
Figure 3-8 Quick Setup - Static IP
IP Address - This is the WAN IP address as seen by external users on the Internet
(including your ISP). Your ISP will provide you with the IP address you need to enter
here. Enter the IP address into the field.
Subnet Mask - The Subnet Mask is used for the WAN IP address. Your IPS will provide
you with the subnet mask which is usually 255.255.255.0.
Default Gateway - Your ISP will provide you with the Gateway address which is the ISP
server’s address. Enter the gateway IP address into the box if required.
Primary DNS - Enter the DNS Server IP address into the box if required.
Secondary DNS - （Optional） If your ISP provides another DNS server, enter it into this
field.
3) If the connection type detected is PPPoE/Russian PPPoE, the next screen will appear as
shown in Figure 3-9. Configure the following parameters and then click Next to continue.
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Figure 3-9 Quick Setup – PPPoE/Russia PPPoE
User Name/Password - Enter the User Name and Password provided by your ISP.
These fields are case-sensitive. If you have difficulty with this process, please contact
your ISP.
Confirm Password - Enter the password again to make sure that the password is
correct.
Check the radio button of Dynamic/Static IP to activate the secondary connection if your ISP
provides an extra Connection type such as Dynamic/Static IP to connect to a local area network.
4) If the connection type detected is L2TP/ Russian L2TP, the next screen will appear as
shown in Figure 3-10. Configure the following parameters and then click Next to continue.
Figure 3-10 Quick Setup – PPTP/Russia PPTP
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User Name/Password - Enter the User Name and Password provided by your ISP.
These fields are case-sensitive. If you have difficulty with this process, please contact
your ISP.
Select Static IP if IP Address/ Subnet Mask/ Gateway and DNS server address have been
provided by your ISP. Then please enter server IP address or domain name provided by your
ISP, and also enter the corresponding parameters.
Select Dynamic IP if none of the above parameters are provided. Then you just need to enter
server IP address or domain name provided by your ISP.
5) If the connection type detected is PPTP/Russian PPTP, the next screen will appear as
shown in Figure 3-11. Configure the following parameters and then click Next to continue.
Figure 3-11 Quick Setup – L2TP/Russia L2TP
User Name/Password - Enter the User Name and Password provided by your ISP.
These fields are case-sensitive. If you have difficulty with this process, please contact
your ISP.
Select Static IP if IP Address/ Subnet Mask/ Gateway and DNS server address have been
provided by your ISP. Then please enter server IP address or domain name provided by your
ISP, and also enter the corresponding parameters.
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Select Dynamic IP if none of the above parameters are provided. Then you just need to enter
server IP address or domain name provided by your ISP.
5. After finishing WAN Connection Type selection, the Dual Band Selection page will appear as
shown in Figure 3-12. Here we take “Concurrently with 2.4GHz and 5GHz (802.11a/b/g/n)” for
example. Click Next to continue.
Figure 3-12 Quick Setup – Dual Band Selection
2.4GHz - You can use the 2.4GHz band to connect to many classic wireless devices like
gaming consoles, laptops, DVRs, ect.
5GHz - This band is less crowded and is used for time-sensitive music, video streaming
or gaming. Using this band can avoid interference with 2.4GHz networks or noisy
devices like cordless phones and microwave ovens.
6. Configure the basic parameters for 2.4GHz wireless network in the following screen as
shown in Figure 3-13, and then click Next.
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Figure 3-13 Quick Setup – Wireless
Wireless Radio - Indicates whether the wireless radio feature of the Router is enabled
or disabled.
Wireless Network Name - Enter a string of up to 32 characters. The same Name
(SSID) must be assigned to all wireless devices in your network. The default SSID is set
to be TP-LINK_xxxx (xxxx indicates the last unique four characters of each Router's
MAC address), which can ensure your wireless network security. But it is recommended
strongly that you change your networks name (SSID) to a different value. This value is
case-sensitive. For example, MYSSID is NOT the same as MySsid.
Wireless Security
Disable Security - The wireless security function can be enabled or disabled. If
disabled, the wireless stations will be able to connect the router without encryption.
Enable Security (WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK) - It’s selected by default, with the default
PSK password the same as the default PIN code.
No Change - If you chose this option, wireless security configuration will not
change!
The above settings are only for basic wireless parameters. For advanced settings, please
check “More Advanced Wireless Settings”, and then you can set the following parameters.
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Band - This field displayed the operating frequency being configured.
Mode - This field determines the wireless mode which the router works on.
11bg mixed - Select if you are using both 802.11b and 802.11g wireless clients.
11bgn mixed - Select if you are using a mix of 802.11b, 11g, and 11n wireless
clients.
Channel Width - Select any channel width from the drop-down list. The default setting
is “Auto”, which can adjust the channel width for your clients automatically.
Channel - This field determines which operating frequency will be used. It is not
necessary to change the wireless channel unless you notice interference problems with
another nearby access point. If you select “Auto”, then the AP will select the best
channel automatically.
7. Configure the basic parameters for 5GHz wireless network in the following screen as shown
in Figure 3-14, and then click Next.
Wireless Radio - Choose from the drop-down list to enable or disable the wireless
radio.
Figure 3-14 Quick Setup – Wireless
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Wireless Network Name - Enter a string of up to 32 characters. The same Name
(SSID) must be assigned to all wireless devices in your network. The default SSID is set
to be TP-LINK_xxxx_5G (xxxx indicates the last unique four characters of each
Router's MAC address), which can ensure your wireless network security. But it is
recommended strongly that you change your networks name (SSID) to a different value.
This value is case-sensitive. For example, MYSSID is NOT the same as MySsid.
Wireless Security
Disable Security - The wireless security function can be enabled or disabled. If
disabled, the wireless stations will be able to connect the router without encryption.
Enable Security (WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK) - It’s selected by default, with the default
PSK password the same as the default PIN code.
No Change - If you chose this option, wireless security configuration will not
change!
The above settings are only for basic wireless parameters. For advanced settings, please
check “More Advanced Wireless Settings”, and then you can set the following parameters.
Band - This field displayed the operating frequency being configured.
Mode - This field determines the wireless mode which the router works on.
11an mixed - Select if you are using both 802.11a and 802.11n wireless clients.
11a/n/ac mixed – Select if you are using 802.11a, 802.11n and 802.11ac wireless
clients.
Channel - This field determines which operating frequency will be used. It is not
necessary to change the wireless channel unless you notice interference problems with
another nearby access point. If you select “Auto”, then the AP will select the best
channel automatically.
8. Click the Finish button to complete the Quick Setup.
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