This guide is a complement to Quick Installation Guide. The Quick Installation Guide
provides instructions for quick internet setup, while this guide contains details of each
function and demonstrates how to configure them.
When using this guide, please note that features of your device may vary slightly
depending on the model and software version you have, and on your location, language,
and internet service provider. All screenshots, images, parameters and descriptions
documented in this guide are used for demonstration only.
Conventions
In this guide the following conventions are used:
ConventionDescription
Underlined
Teal
>
Note:
Tips:
Symbols on the web
page
Underlined words or phrases are hyperlinks. You can click to redirect to a
website or a specific section.
Contents to be emphasized and texts on the web page are in teal, including the
menus, items, buttons and so on.
The menu structures to show the path to load the corresponding page. For
example,
page is under the Wireless menu that is located in the Settings tab.
Ignoring this type of note might result in a malfunction or damage to the device.
Indicates important information that helps you make better use of your device.
•
•
•
•
Settings > Wireless > Wireless Settings means the Wireless Settings
click to edit the corresponding entry.
click to delete the corresponding entry.
click to enable or disable the corresponding entry.
click to view more information about items on the page.
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Chapter 1
Get to Know Your Devices
This chapter introduces what your devices can do and shows its appearance.
It contains the following sections:
Product Overview
•
• Appearance
Chapter 1
Get to Know Your Devices
1. 1. Product Overview
TP-Link home Wi-Fi system use multiple devices to provide a seamless, intelligent and
easy-to-configure mesh network that covers the entire home. The system consists
of three routers, one works as the Controller and the other two work as Satellite.
The Controller connects to the modem or gateway, the Satellites extend the wireless
coverage of your network.
1. 2. Appearance
1. 2. 1. LEDs
LEDs
Sync
You can check the device’s working status by following the LED Explanation table.
LED Explanation
NameStatusIndication
(System Status)
Flashing Green
Solid Green
Flashing
Off
The device is updating the firmware.
The device is ready and the internet is available.
The device is ready but the internet is unavailable.
Power is off.
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LED Explanation
NameStatusIndication
Get to Know Your Devices
Flashing Green
Solid Green
(Wireless)
(Sync/WPS)
Solid Orange
Solid Red
Off
Flashing Green
Solid Green
Off
1. 2. 2. Buttons and Ports
The wireless function is enabled, and the device is in the
factory default state.
The wireless connection between Controller and Satellite is
successful, and the signal is strong.
The wireless connection between Controller and Satellite is
successful, but the signal is weak.
Wireless connection between Controller and Satellite failed.
The wireless function is disabled.
A Satellite is trying to connect to the Controller via WPS. This
process may take up to 2 minutes.
A Satellite is trying to connect to the Controller via
synchronization. This process may take up to 2 minutes.
After successful connection, the LED will turn off. If the
synchronization fails, the LED will flash for about 10 seconds
and then turn off.
No WPS/Sync in process or WPS/Sync process has
completed.
Sync
ON/OFF
WAN/LAN
LAN
Reset
Power
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ItemDescription
For pairing the Controller and the Satellite and starting WPS process.
1 Sync Button
Press the button for 1 second to start a WPS process, press for 5 seconds to
start a synchronization process.
Get to Know Your Devices
2 WAN/LAN Port
Combined with WAN/LAN interface capabilities, which can be used to connect
the device to the Internet or Ethernet network devices.
3 LAN PortFor connecting the your PC or other Ethernet network devices.
The switch for the power. Press it to power on or off the device.
4 ON/OFF Button
ON
OFF
5 Power PortFor connecting the device to a power socket via the provided power adapter.
6 Rest Button
Press and hold down for a few seconds to reset the device into factory default
settings.
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Chapter 2
Connect the Hardware
This chapter contains the following sections:
•
Position the Devices
• Connect Your Controller
Chapter 2
ON/OFF
Connect the Hardware
2. 1. Position the Devices
• The device should not be located in a place where it will be exposed to moisture or
excessive heat.
• Place the device in a location where it can be connected to multiple 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 device can be placed on a shelf or desktop.
• Keep the device away from strong devices with strong electromagnetic interference,
such as Bluetooth devices, cordless phones and microwaves.
2. 2. Connect Your Controller
You can set any one of the HC220-G1 routers as the Controller and the remaining two
as Satellites.
The Controller provides two working modes: Router Mode and AP Mode. You can
choose the mode to better suit your network needs and follow the guide to complete
the configuration.
2. 2. 1. Wireless Router Mode
1. Follow the steps below to connect your Controller.
If your internet connection is through an Ethernet cable directly from the wall instead
of through a DSL/Cable/Satellite modem, directly connect the Ethernet cable to
the Controller’s WAN/LAN port, then follow step 4 and 5 to complete the hardware
connection.
Power adapter
Controller
ON/OFF
Modem
WAN/LAN
LAN
Reset
Power
Internet
Power adapter
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C
W
Connect the Hardware
1 ) Turn off the modem, and remove the backup battery if it has one.
2 ) Connect the modem to the Controller’s WAN/LAN port with an Ethernet cable.
3 ) Turn on the modem, and then wait about 2 minutes for it to restart.
4 ) Turn on the Controller.
5 ) Verify the System Status LED is solid orange and the Wireless LED is flashing
green.
System Status LED is orange.
Wireless LED is flashing green.
2. Connect your computer to the Controller.
• Method 1: Wired
Turn off the Wi-Fi on your computer and connect the computer to the LAN port of
the Controller using an Ethernet cable.
WAN/LAN
LAN
Reset
ON/OFF
Power
Ethernet cable
• Method 2: Wireless
1 ) Find the SSID (Network Name) and Wireless Password printed on the label at
the bottom of the Controller.
2 ) Click the network icon of your computer or go to Wi-Fi Settings of your smart
device, and then select the SSID to join the network.
Smart DeviceComputer
Wi-Fi
onnections are available
ireless Network Connection
TP-Link_XXXX
Connect automaticallyConnect
OR
< Settings
Wi-Fi
CHOOSE A NETWORK...
TP-Link_XXXX
Other...
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Ethernet2
WAN/LAN
LAN
Connect the Hardware
• Method 3: Use the Sync button
Wireless devices that support WPS, including Android phones, tablets, most USB
network cards, can be connected to your Controller by this method.
Note:
• WPS is not supported by iOS devices.
• The WPS function cannot be configured if the wireless function of the Controller is disabled. Also, the WPS
function will be disabled if your wireless encryption is WEP. Please make sure the wireless function is enabled
and is configured with the appropriate encryption before configuring the WPS.
1 ) Tap the WPS icon on the device’s screen. Here we take an Android phone as an
example.
2 ) Immediately press the Sync button on your Controller.
3 ) The System Status LED flash for about two minutes during the WPS process.
WLAN
On
Close to
Sync
TP-Link
HomeNetwork
2ƱFH
TP-Link_123
TP-Link_ABC
MyHome
Test
2. 2. 2. Access Point Mode
In the access point mode, your Controller and Satellites extend the wireless coverage
of your network.
WAN/LAN
WAN
LAN
Ethernet4Ethernet3Ethernet1Ethernet2Internet
Reset
ON/OFF
Power
DevicesControllerWired Router
1. Connect the power adapter to the Controller.
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ON/OFF
Connect the Hardware
2. Connect the Controller to your wired host router’s Ethernet port via an Ethernet
cable as shown above.
3. Connect a computer to the Controller via an Ethernet cable or wirelessly by using
the SSID (network name) and password printed on the label at the bottom of the
Controller.
2. 3. Connect Your Satellites
Satellite
Power adapter
WAN/LAN
LAN
ON/OFF
Reset
Power
1. Connect your satellites to the power sources with the provided power adapter.
2. Press the power ON/OFF button to turn on the satellite.
3. Verify that the System Status LED is solid orange and the Wireless LED is flashing
green.
System Status LED is orange.
Wireless LED is flashing green.
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Chapter 3
Log In to Your Controller
This chapter introduces how to log in to the web management page of the Controller.
Chapter 3
Log In to Your Controller
With the web management page, it is easy to configure and manage your Controller.
The web management page can be used on any Windows, Macintosh or UNIX OS with
a Web browser, such as Microsoft the Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox or Apple Safari.
Follow the steps below to log in to your Controller.
1. Set up the TCP/IP Protocol in
Obtain an IP address automatically mode on your
computer.
2. Launch Enter
http://tplinkwifi.net in the address bar of a web browser and create a
login password for secure management and click
on the login window and click
Log in to log in to your Controller.
Save. Enter the password again
Note:
1. If the dialog boxes shown in the images above do not appear, it suggests that your IE Web-browser has been
set to a proxy. You can go to Tools > Internet Options > Connections > LAN Settings, and clear the Using Proxy
checkbox, and click OK.
2. If the login window does not appear, please refer to the FAQ section.
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Chapter 4
Set Up Internet Connection
This chapter introduces how to connect your Controller to the internet. The Controller
is equipped with a web-based Quick Setup wizard. It has necessary ISP information built
in, automates many of the steps and verifies that those steps have been successfully
completed. Furthermore, you can also set up an IPv6 connection if your ISP provides
IPv6 service.
It contains the following sections:
Use Quick Setup Wizard
•
• Set Up an IPv6 Internet Connection
Chapter 4
4. 1. Use Quick Setup Wizard
The Quick Setup wizard will guide you to set up your Controller.
Set Up Internet Connection
Your Controller provide two working modes,
Router Mode and AP Mode. You will be
asked to choose a working mode at the first login.
4. 1. 1. Set Your Controller Working in Router Mode
Follow the steps below to set up your Controller.
1. Visit
2. Click
http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with the password you set for the Controller.
Quick Setup on the top of the page and start the configuration by choosing
Router Mode and click Next.
Note: If you want to change the operation mode after the Quick Setup is completed, you can go to Settings > Operation
Mode. The Controller will reboot when you change the operation mode.
3. Configure the basic internet connection, you can follow the instructions below to
continue the configuration, and then click
Next.
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Set Up Internet Connection
• Internet Connection Type: Select your internet connection type and enter
the corresponding information (if required) provided by your ISP.
Three connection types are supported:
Dynamic IP, PPPoE and Static IP.
• 6to4 Tunnel Enable: Enable or disable the 6to4 tunnel function.
• IPv6: Enable IPv6 internet connection and set up the basic configuration, or
disable the IPv6 connection. Refer to
Set Up an IPv6 Internet Connection for
advanced setup.
4. Customize your wireless network name (SSID) and the password. You can keep the
default settings or change them to a new one, both fields are case-sensitive, and
then click
Note: If you have changed the preset wireless network name (SSID) and wireless password during the Quick
Setup process, all your wireless devices must use the new SSID and password to connect to the your network.
Next to get a brief summary of your internet setup.
5. Click Finish to complete the Quick Setup process. You can refer to Test the Network
Connectivity
to test your Internet connection
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4. 1. 2. Set Your Controller Working in AP Mode
Set Up Internet Connection
1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with the password you set for the Controller.
2. Click
Quick Setup on the top of the page and start the configuration by choosing AP
Mode
and click Next.
Note: If you want to change the operation mode after the Quick Setup is completed, you can go to Settings > Operation
Mode. The Controller will reboot when you change the operation mode.
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Set Up Internet Connection
3. Customize your wireless network name(SSID) and the password. You can keep the
default settings or change it to a new one, both fields are case-sensitive, and then
click
Next to have a brief summary of your internet setup.
Note: If you have changed the preset wireless network name (SSID) and wireless password during the Quick Setup
process, all your wireless devices must use the new SSID and password to connect to your network.
4. Click Finish to complete the Quick Setup process. You can refer toTest the Network
Connectivity
to test your Internet connection
Tips:
• In AP mode, functions like NAT,Parental Controls and QoS are not supported.
4. 2. Set Up an IPv6 Internet Connection
If your ISP provides IPv6 connection and some detailed IPv6 parameters, you can
manually set up an IPv6 connection.
If your ISP provides an IPv4-only connection or IPv6 tunnel service, you can run the
Quick Setup to enable
Follow the steps below to set up an IPv6 connection:
1. Visit
2. Go to
http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with the password you set for the Controller.
Settings > Advanced Settings > Internet.
6to4 Tunnel for permitting IPv6 connection.
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Set Up Internet Connection
3. Select your WAN Interface Name (Status should be Connected) and click the (Edit)
icon.
4. Scroll down the page to enable
IPv6, and configure the IPv6 parameters.
• Addressing Type:Consult your ISP for the addressing type (HCPv6 or
SLAAC). SLAAC is the most commonly used addressing type.
•
IPv6 Gateway:Keep the default setting.
Note: If your ISP has provided the IPv6 address, click Advanced to reveal more settings. Check to use IPv6 specified
by ISP and enter the parameters provided by your ISP.
5. Click Save to make the settings effective. Now IPv6 service is available for your
network.
Note:
If you still can’t access IPv6 resources, it may means that no 6to4 public server was found in your network. You can
contact your ISP to sign up for IPv6 connection service.
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Chapter 5
Add Satellites to Your
Network
This chapter describes how you can add the satellites to your network and extend the
wireless coverage.
This chapter contains the following sections:
Sync Your Satellites
•
• Place Your Satellites
Chapter 5
Add Satellites to Your Network
5. 1. Sync Your Satellites
The Wi-Fi System includes three routers, one works as the Controller and the others
work as the Satellites. The Sync process is triggered by the Sync button, and the
Satellites will automatically copy the settings of your Controller after successful sync.
Follow the steps below to sync the Satellites:
1. Place the Satellite close to the Controller.
2. Power on the Satellites and wait about two minutes for it to get ready.
• System Status LED is green.
• Wireless LED is flashing green.
3. Press and hold the Sync button on the Controller for about 5 seconds until its Sync
LED turns solid green and within one minute, press and hold the Sync button on the
Satellite for about 5 seconds until its Sync LED turns solid Green.
Sync
Sync
The Sync LEDs of the Controller and the Satellite flash green and turn off about two
minutes later. The Wireless LEDs of the Controller and the Satellite should be solid
green after successful synchronization.
4. Repeat step 1-3 to sync another Satellite.
Tips:
1. You can check the sync status on the web management page by visiting http://tplinkwifi.net, going to Settings >
Network Map and clicking the
HC220-G1 icon.
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2. For more information on the management of your Satellites, please refer to Manage Your Satellites.
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5. 2. Place Your Satellites
After the Sync processes are complete, you may need to move your Satellites to
appropriate places to extend the wireless signal coverage. The exact locations depend
on the architectural style and layout of your house, please note that the Wi-Fi signal of
one Satellite at least must be within the range of your Controller’s Wi-Fi signal in order
to sync with the Controller.
You can use the Satellites’ wireless LEDs to help you to determine where to place them.
Examples of Typical Placement
• For multi-story house
• For ranch-style house
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