TP Link M5V3 Users Manual

Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi System

Seamless Roaming | Parental Controls | Antivirus

User Guide

AC1300 Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi System

Deco M5

1910012596 REV2.1.0

Contents

About This Guide ···················································· 1
Appearance ······························································· 2
Set Up Your Deco ··················································· 3
Dashboard ·································································· 5
Overview ······································································ 6
Shortcut ······································································· 8
Automation ································································· 9
Wi-Fi Settings··························································10
Internet Speed Test ·············································11
Blacklist ······································································12
WPS ··············································································13
Parental Controls ··················································14
Antivirus ·····································································15
QoS···············································································16
Monthly Report ······················································17
Managers ··································································18
Advanced Features ·············································19
Online Upgrade ······················································24
Authentication ························································25

About This Guide

This guide provides a brief introduction to Deco Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi System and the Deco app, as well as regulatory information.

Please note that features of Deco may vary slightly depending on the model and software version you have, and on your location, language and internet
service provider. All images, parameters and descriptions documented in this guide are used for demonstration only.

Conventions

In this guide, the following conventions are used:

Convention Description

Deco

Underline

Teal

Note:

Tips:

Stands for Deco Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi System/Unit.

Hyperlinks are in teal and underlined. You can click to
redirect to a website or a speciƮc section.

Key information appears in teal, including management
page text such as menus, items, buttons and so on.

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.

More Info

• Specific product information can be found on the product page at

https://www.tp-link.com.

• A community is provided for you to discuss our products at

https://community.tp-link.com.

Speed/Coverage/Device Quantity Disclaimer

Maximum wireless transmission rates are the physical rates derived from
IEEE Standard 802.11 specifications. Range, coverage, and maximum
quantity of connected devices are based on test results under normal
usage conditions. Actual wireless data throughput. wireless coverage,
and quantity of connected devices are not guaranteed and will vary
as a result of 1) environmental factors, including building materials,
physical objects, and obstacles, 2) network conditions, including local
interference, volume and density of traffic, product location, network
complexity, and network overhead, and 3) client limitations, including
rated performance, location, connection quality, and client condition.

HomeCare Disclaimer

A basic TP-Link HomeCareTM, powered by Trend MicroTM, package is
included for 3 years from date of activation at no additional cost. It
includes Parental controls, Quality of Service, and Antivirus. Deactivation
of HomeCareTM will disable certain controls and protections. For a
complete list of HomeCareTM functions, go to www.tp-link.com.

IoT Compatibility Disclaimer

IoT compatibility refers only to smart devices that can be controlled
via the Deco app. Other wireless devices can still connect to Deco for
normal Wi-Fi use.

• 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/.

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.

Appearance

Each Deco has an LED that changes color according to its status, two RJ-45 Ethernet ports and a power slot. See the explanation below:

Yellow pulse:

Deco is resetting.

Yellow solid:

Deco is starting up.

Blue pulse:

Deco is ready for setup.

Blue solid:

Deco is setting up.

Ethernet ports: For connecting Deco to
your modem, the Ethernet outlet or
other internet devices.

Green pulse:

Deco is upgrading Ʈrmware.

Green solid:

Deco is registered and all is well.

Red pulse:

Deco is disconnected from main Deco.

Red solid:

Deco has an issue.

Reset button: Press to reset Deco to factory
default settings.

Power slot: For connecting Deco to the
power socket via the provided power adapter.

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Set Up Your Deco

Follow the steps below to set up your Deco Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi system.

1. Download and install the Deco app

Scan the QR code below or go to Google Play
or the Apple App Store to download the Deco
app.

Install the app on your Android or iOS
smartphone or tablet.

or

2. Log in or sign up with TP-Link ID

Open the app. Use your TP-Link ID to log in.

If you don’t have a TP-Link ID, tap SIGN UP.
The Deco app will guide you through the rest.

3. Connect your modem to Deco

Find and power oƬ your modem. Connect your
Deco to the modem and power them both on.

If you don't have a modem, connect the
Ethernet outlet directly to your Deco.

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Set Up Your Deco

Follow the steps below to set up your Deco Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi system.

4. Select a location

Select a location for this Deco. If its location
is not listed, you can create a new one by
choosing Custom.

5. 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.

6. Add more Decos

You can add more Decos to expand Wi-Fi
coverage. The app will guide you through the
process of adding more Decos one by one.

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Dashboard

After you successfully set up your Deco network, you will see the dashboard of the Deco app. Here you can get an overview of the network status,
create shortcut and automation, and set up various advanced features.

Click

to enter OVERVIEW Click to enter SHORTCUT Click to enter AUTOMATION Click to set up more features

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Overview

In Overview, you can check the working status of all the Decos, manage the connected devices, add smart devices, use friends of Deco, and more.

Click

to enter OVERVIEW

Swipe right to open the menu

Tap > Smart Devices to add smart devices

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Overview

In Overview, you can check the working status of all the Decos, manage the connected devices, add smart devices, use friends of Deco, and more.

Click

to check Deco status

Select a connected device to view the detailsSelect a Deco to view the details

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Shortcut

With the tap of an icon, execute a shortcut you created.

Click

to enter SHORTCUT

Add actions Create shortcuts Tap to execute the shortcut

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Automation

Automation allows you to set interactions between your smart devices by adding triggers and actions. For example, if the bedroom light comes on (which
is a trigger), and then the air conditioner in the bedroom will start running (which is an action).

Click to enter AUTOMATION

Add triggers

Add actions Manage the automation

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Wi-Fi Settings

Customize the network name and password of your main network or create a separate network just for guests. You can shake your device to share the
network details easily with family and friends.

Click > Wi-Fi

Create network name and password

Enable guest network Shake to share your network

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Internet Speed Test

Test your internet speed to see what you can do on your network. You will get an internet speed rating report after the test.

Click TEST to start testing

Get speed test report

Click to check speed test historyClick > Test Internet Speed

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Blacklist

Compile a blacklist to avoid devices added on the blacklist to access to your network, ensuring the safety of your personal information shared in the
network.

Click > Blacklist

Add clients to blacklist

Add devices to blacklist Manage blacklist

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WPS

Easily connect a client to the network by turning on WPS for a nearby Deco and then for the client.

Click > WPS

Click the WPS icon on Deco app
and then on the client

WPS connecting icon on Deco app anSuccessfully connected to the

network

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Parental Controls

Create proƮles for family members and specify the devices that belong to each. Set individualized parental controls including when and for how long
each person can access the internet. Block inappropriate content and pause the internet if necessary.

Click > Parental Controls

Add new proƮle

Set Ʈlter level Set time controls

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Antivirus

There are three ways Deco ensures your home network remains safe: by blocking malicious websites, by protecting your home network and
applications against external attacks and eliminating vulnerabilities, and by preventing infected devices from sending sensitive information or security
threats to clients outside your network.

Click > Antivirus

Protection enabled

Click to view antivirus history

Protection disabled

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QoS

There are two ways to use the QoS (Quality of Service) function. You can prioritize the connection of a particular device for a set duration, such as a
family member's laptop for one hour during a video call. You can also prioritize the online activity that's most important to the whole family, such as
Streaming or Gaming.

Click > QoS

Prioritize an online activity

Prioritize devices Customize application priority

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Monthly Report

Review a monthly list of usage, such as security threats, top 5 visited contents, most frequently executed shortcuts and automations, and more.

Click > Monthly Report

View monthly reports

Enable or disable monthly report Clear monthly report data

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Managers

Add friends and family members to help manage your network. Each manager should have their own TP-Link ID.

Click > Managers

Add as manager

Manage manager listSet privileges for managers

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Advanced Features

Additional features are available under the Advanced menu. You can modify WAN settings (IPv4  IPv6), add IPv6 Ʈrewall rules, modify LAN IP, set up
DHCP server, enable VLAN/IPTV/MAC Clone mode, reserve the same IP address for a speciƮc device, set up port forwarding rules to make your local
computers accessible to other devices over the internet, enable TP-Link DDNS, SIP ALG, fast roaming and beamforming, control Deco's LED, change
the working mode, and conƮgure the notiƮcation settings.

Click > Advanced

View IPv4 details

Enable IPv6 Add IPv6 Ʈrewall rules

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Advanced Features

Additional features are available under the Advanced menu. You can modify WAN settings (IPv4  IPv6), add IPv6 Ʈrewall rules, modify LAN IP, set up
DHCP server, enable VLAN/IPTV/MAC Clone mode, reserve the same IP address for a speciƮc device, set up port forwarding rules to make your local
computers accessible to other devices over the internet, enable TP-Link DDNS, SIP ALG, fast roaming and beamforming, control Deco's LED, change
the working mode, and conƮgure the notiƮcation settings.

Modify LAN IP

Set DHCP server Enable VLAN mode

Enable IPTV mode

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Advanced Features

Additional features are available under the Advanced menu. You can modify WAN settings (IPv4  IPv6), add IPv6 Ʈrewall rules, modify LAN IP, set up
DHCP server, enable VLAN/IPTV/MAC Clone mode, reserve the same IP address for a speciƮc device, set up port forwarding rules to make your local
computers accessible to other devices over the internet, enable TP-Link DDNS, SIP ALG, fast roaming and beamforming, control Deco's LED, change
the working mode, and conƮgure the notiƮcation settings.

Enable MAC Clone

Reserve IP addresses for specific
devices

Set up port forwarding rules

Register a TP-Link DDNS domain
name

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Advanced Features

Additional features are available under the Advanced menu. You can modify WAN settings (IPv4  IPv6), add IPv6 Ʈrewall rules, modify LAN IP, set up
DHCP server, enable VLAN/IPTV/MAC Clone mode, reserve the same IP address for a speciƮc device, set up port forwarding rules to make your local
computers accessible to other devices over the internet, enable TP-Link DDNS, SIP ALG, fast roaming and beamforming, control Deco's LED, change
the working mode, and conƮgure the notiƮcation settings.

Enable SIP ALG Enable Beamforming Enable LED controls

Enable Fast Roaming

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Advanced Features

Additional features are available under the Advanced menu. You can modify WAN settings (IPv4  IPv6), add IPv6 Ʈrewall rules, modify LAN IP, set up
DHCP server, enable VLAN/IPTV/MAC Clone mode, reserve the same IP address for a speciƮc device, set up port forwarding rules to make your local
computers accessible to other devices over the internet, enable TP-Link DDNS, SIP ALG, fast roaming and beamforming, control Deco's LED, change
the working mode, and conƮgure the notiƮcation settings.

Change the operating mode

Set notiƮcations

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Online Upgrade

TP-Link is dedicated to improving product features and providing a better customer experience. Update Deco when prompted in the Deco app.

Click > Update Deco

Update available

Updating Deco Deco is up-to-date

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Authentication

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 © 2019 TP-Link Technologies Co., Ltd. All rights reserved.

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FCC compliance information statement

Product Name: AC1300 Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi System

Model Number: Deco M5

Component Name Model

I.T.E. POWER SUPPLY T120120-2B4

Responsible party:

TP-Link USA Corporation, d/b/a TP-Link North America, Inc.

Address: 145 South State College Blvd. Suite 400, Brea, CA 92821

Website: http://www.tp-link.com/us/

Tel: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

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.

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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.”

We, TP-Link USA Corporation, has determined that the equipment shown as above has been shown to comply with the applicable technical standards,
FCC part 15. There is no unauthorized change is made in the equipment and the equipment is properly maintained and operated.

Issue Date: 2019.7.19

FCC compliance information statement

Product Name: I.T.E POWER SUPPLY

Model Number: T120120-2B4

Responsible party:

TP-Link USA Corporation, d/b/a TP-Link North America, Inc.

Address: 145 South State College Blvd. Suite 400, Brea, CA 92821

Website: http://www.tp-link.com/us/

Tel: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

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E-mail: [e-mail]

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.”

We, TP-Link USA Corporation, has determined that the equipment shown as above has been shown to comply with the applicable technical standards,
FCC part 15. There is no unauthorized change is made in the equipment and the equipment is properly maintained and operated.

Issue Date: 2019-07-19

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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.

operation temperature: 0°C ~ 40°C

OPERATING FREQUENCY(the maximum transmitted power)

2412MHz—2483.5MHz (20dBm)

5150MHz—5250MHz (23dBm)

EU declaration of conformity

TP-Link hereby declares that the device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of directives 2014/53/EU,
2009/125/EC, 2011/65/EU and (EU)2015/863.

The original EU declaration of conformity may be found at https://www.tp-link.com/en/ce.

RF Exposure Information

This device meets the EU requirements (2014/53/EU 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.

National Restrictions

Attention: This device may only be used indoors in all EU member states and EFTA countries.

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Canadian Compliance Statement

This device contains licence-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s licence­exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause interference.

2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

L’émetteur/récepteur exempt de licence contenu dans le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Innovation, Sciences et Développement
économique 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’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d’en compromettre le fonctionnement.

Caution:

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.

Avertissement:

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.

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)

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Safety Information

• Keep the device away from water, fire, humidity or hot environments.

• Do not attempt to disassemble, repair, or modify the device.

• Do not use damaged charger or USB cable to charge the device.

• Do not use any other chargers than those recommended

• Do not use the device where wireless devices are not allowed.

• Adapter shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.

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don't hesitate to contact us.

Please read and follow the above safety information when operating the device. We cannot guarantee that no accidents or damage will occur due to
improper use of the device. Please use this product with care and operate at your own risk.

Use only power supplies which are provided by manufacturer and in the original packing of this product. If you have any questions, please

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Explanation of the symbols on the product label

Symbol Explanation

DC voltage

Indoor use only

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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