TP-Link Deco X20-DSL User Manual
Deco X20-DSL
AX1800 VDSL Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi 6 System
User Guide
VDSL Mesh Wi-Fi 6 System
1910013005 REV1.0.0 © 2021 TP-Link
Contents
About This Guide···························································1 |
Guest Network·····························································23 |
Appearance······································································2 |
Blacklist············································································24 |
Before You Start ····························································3 |
Upgrade Your Deco···················································25 |
Set Up Your Deco as A DSL Modem Router··4 |
WPS···················································································26 |
Set Up Your Deco as A Wireless Router···········8 |
Managers········································································27 |
Add More Decos·························································12 |
Advanced Features···················································28 |
Dashboard······································································13 |
FAQ·····················································································34 |
Check Deco Status···················································14 |
Authentication······························································35 |
Set Main Deco·····························································15 |
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Manage Connected Devices·······························16 |
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Remove/Reboot Deco·············································17 |
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Create A New Network············································18 |
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Delete A Network·······················································20 |
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HomeShield···································································21 |
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Wi-Fi Settings·······························································22 |
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About This Guide
This guide provides a brief introduction to Deco VDSL Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi 6 System and the Deco app, as well as regulatory information. Features available in Deco may vary by model and software version. Deco availability may also vary by region or ISP. All images, steps, and descriptions in this guide are only examples and may not reflect your actual Deco experience.
Conventions
In this guide, the following conventions are used:
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More Info
•Specific product information can be found on the product page at https://www.tp-link.com.
•A Technical Community is provided for you to discuss our products at https://community.tp-link.com.
•Our Technical Support contact information can be found at the Help center of the Deco app and the Contact Technical Support page at https://www.tp-link.com/support.
Speed/Coverage/Device Quantity Disclaimer
Maximum wireless signal rates are the physical rates derived from IEEE
Standard 802.11 specifications. Actual wireless data throughput and wireless coverage, and quantity of connected devices are not guaranteed and will vary as a result of network conditions, client limitations, and environmental factors, including building materials, obstacles, volume and density of traffic, and client location.
MU-MIMO Disclaimer
Use of MU-MIMO requires clients to also support MU-MIMO.
Seamless Roaming Disclaimer
Clients need to support 802.11k/v/r and may require additional set up. Performance may vary depending on the client device.
HomeShield Disclaimer
HomeShield includes the Free Basic Plan. Fees apply for the Pro Plan. Visit tp-link.com/homeshield for more information.
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Appearance
Each Deco has an LED that changes color according to its status, a DSL LED that indicates the DSL synchronization process and the connection status, four RJ-45 Ethernet ports, one DSL port, a power slot, and a Reset button.
See the explanation below:
Tip: The product label can be found at the bottom of the product.
Yellow pulse:
Deco is resetting.
Yellow solid:
Deco is starting up.
Blue pulse:
Deco is ready for setup or WPS in progress.
Blue solid:
Deco is setting up.
Green pulse:
Deco is upgrading firmware.
Green solid:
Deco is registered and all is well.
Red pulse:
Deco is disconnected from main Deco.
Red solid:
Deco has an issue.
DSL LED:
•On:The DSL port is connected and the DSL synchronization is complete.
•Pulsing:The DSL synchronization is in progress.
•Off: The DSL port is disconnected or the DSL synchronization fails.
DSL Port:
For connecting Deco to the internet. Connect the port to the splitter or directly to the phone jack via a phone cable.
Gigabit Ethernet Ports:
For connecting Deco to your modem, the Ethernet outlet or other internet services.
Power Slot:
For connecting Deco to the power socket via the provided power adapter.
Reset Button:
Press for 1 second and release to reset Deco to factory default settings.
Thelightchangingfrompulsingyellowtosolidyellowindicatesasuccessfulreset.
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Before You Start
You can set up your Deco as a DSL modem router or a wireless router, meeting your needs in different networking scenarios.
DSL Modem Router Mode
When working in DSL Modem Router mode, Deco connects to the internet via a phone cable.
Follow Set Up Your Deco as A DSL Modem Router to set up your Deco.
Wireless Router Mode
When working in Wireless Router mode, Deco connects to the internet via an Ethernet cable.
Follow Set Up Your Deco as A Wireless Router to set up your Deco.
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Set Up Your Deco as A DSL Modem Router
The intuitive Deco app guides you through an easy setup process that gets each unit up and running and all your devices connected and online. Follow the steps below to set up your Deco as a DSL modem router.
1. Download and install the Deco app
Scan the QR code below or go to Google Play or the App Store to download the Deco app. Install the app on your Android or iOS smartphone or tablet.
2. Log in with TP-Link ID |
3. Identify your Deco |
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Choose your Deco model. |
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Note: If you forgot your login password, tap Forgot Password?.
The Deco app will guide you through the rest.
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4. Choose an operation mode |
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6. Connect to the Deco's Wi-Fi
Wait until the Wi-Fi Signal LED pulses blue, then connect to the Deco's Wi-Fi using the default SSID printed on the product label.
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7. Select a location
Select a location for this Deco. If its location is not listed, you can create a new one by choosing Custom. This will be the name of your Deco.
8. Select your ISP
Choose your current region and ISP (Internet Service Provider). If you can not find your ISP in the list, select Other.
9. Set up internet connection
Select the internet connection type and enter the VLAN ID. If you are not sure, contact your internet service provider.
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11. Connect to your Wi-Fi network |
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Set Up Your Deco as A Wireless Router
The intuitive Deco app guides you through an easy setup process that gets each unit up and running and all your devices connected and online. Follow the steps below to set up your Deco in Wireless Router mode.
1. Download and install the Deco app
Scan the QR code below or go to Google Play or the App Store to download the Deco app. Install the app on your Android or iOS smartphone or tablet.
2. Log in with TP-Link ID |
3. Identify your Deco |
Open the app. Use your TP-Link ID to log in. If |
Choose your Deco model. |
you don’t have a TP-Link ID, sign up first. |
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Note: If you forgot your login password, tap Forgot Password?.
The Deco app will guide you through the rest.
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4. Choose an operation mode |
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Choose Wireless Router. |
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Ethernet outlet directly to your Deco. |
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6. Connect to the Deco's Wi-Fi
Wait until the Wi-Fi Signal LED pulses blue, then connect to the Deco's Wi-Fi using the default SSID printed on the product label.
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7. Select a location
Select a location for this Deco. If its location is not listed, you can create a new one by choosing Custom. This will be the name of your Deco.
8. Set up internet connection
Select the internet connection type and enter the information. If you are not sure, contact your internet service provider.
9. Create your Wi-Fi network
Set a network name and a password. These will be the name and password you use to connect your devices to Wi-Fi.
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10. Connect to your Wi-Fi network
Connect your phone/tablet to the Deco's new Wi-Fi.
11. Setup complete
Your Deco network is now up. Connect all devices to the Deco network. You can also add more Deco units to expand the Wi-Fi coverage.
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