TP-Link VR2100v Quick Start Guide

Quick Installation Guide

AC2100 Wireless MU-MIMO

VDSL/ADSL Telephony Modem Router

Archer VR2100v

Set up with videos:

Scan the QR code or visit https://www.tp-link.com/support/setup-video/ to search for the setup video of your product.

1. Set up the Modem Router

Power Adapter

Phone Jack

2 Connect the DSL splitter to the phone jack.

Note: If you won’t use the traditional landline phone service, you can directly connect the modem router to the phone jack.

LINE

PHONE	MODEM

DSL Splitter

2. Connect the Phone

Analog Phone

Connect your analog phones to the Phone ports on the modem router's back panel. You may connect up to two.

1	Attach the antennas.	Phone1 or 2

4 Push in to turn on the modem router.

Phone1	Phone2	DECT Cordless Phone
DSL		A Open the registration page on your cordless phone. Press and hold the DECT
		button on the modem router for about 3 seconds until the Phone LED

Modem Router

3 Connect the modem router to the DSL splitter.

5 Wait about 1 minute until the DSL LED turns solid on.

please wait a little longer. If the DSL LED still does not turn solid on, please refer to Q3 of the FAQ.

DECT	Reset DECT
Within 1 minute	Press for about 3 seconds

DECT	Flashing

B Enter the PIN (Default: 0000) on the cordless phone if required.

For traditional landline phone service

Before You Start

Most internet service providers (ISPs) will provide a username and password for their service when you first sign up with them. If you are unsure, please check with your ISP.

If you are using telephony function, you’ll need to register your phone number on the modem router. Please find your phone information before continuing.

1Connect your network device to the modem router via a wired or wireless connection.

LAN

Wired

Connect the computer to the LAN port of your modem router via an Ethernet cable.

Wireless

a Find the SSIDs (network names) and Wireless

Password printed on the product label at the bottom

of the router.

bClick the network icon on your computer or go to the Wi-Fi settings of your smart device, then select the modem router's SSID to join the network.

Model: Archer VR2100v

AC2100 Wireless MU-MIMO

VDSL/ADSL Telephony Modem Router

MAC:XX-XX-XX-XX-XX-XX

Wireless Password/PIN:XXXXXXXX

SSID:TP-Link_XXXX

SSID:TP-Link_XXXX_5G

2Launch a web browser and type in http://tplinkmodem.net or 192.168.1.1. Create a login password and get started.

Note: If the login window does not appear, please refer to Q1 of FAQ in this guide.

http://tplinkmodem.net

New Password

Low Middle High

Let’s Get Started

Already have a modem?

If you already have a modem or your internet comes directly from an Ethernet wall outlet, you can switch to Wireless Router mode. Follow the steps below to set up.

1Power on the modem router.

2Connect your device to the router via an Ethernet cable or wirelessly.

SSIDs (network names) and Wireless Password can be found on the product label at the bottom of the router.

3Launch a web browser and type in http://tplinkmodem.net or 192.168.1.1. Create a login password and get started.

Note: If the login window does not appear, please refer to Q1 of FAQ in this guide.

http://tplinkmodem.net

4Go to Advanced > Operation Mode and switch to Wireless Router Mode. Wait for the router to reboot.

5Connect the modem to the router’s LAN4/WAN port via an Ethernet cable.

6Go to Quick Setup

Enjoy!

Tether App

You can easily manage your network through the TP-Link Tether app. Download and install the Tether app. Search for Tether on the Apple App Store or Google Play, or simply scan the QR code.

or

LEDs

3Follow the Quick Setup instructions to set up an internet connection, register the telephone number, and register the TP-Link Cloud service.

USB Application

and remotely over the internet using the modem router's built-in FTP server capability.

		USB					Wi-Fi WPS
	USB			Port			Media Sharing		Local Storage
Remote Access
									Sharing

To learn more about the USB features, visit http://tp-link.com/app/usb.

Name		Status	Indication
		On	System initialization is complete.
	Power	Flashing	The system is initializing or the firmware is being upgraded. Do not
			disconnect or power off the modem router.
			Power is off
	DSL	On	DSL synchronization is complete.
		Flashing	DSL synchronization is in progress.
			DSL synchronization failed.
	Internet	On (White)	Internet service is available.
		On (Orange) DSL port is connected but internet service is unavailable.
			Internet connection is incorrect, DSL synchronization failed, or the
			modem router is operating in Bridge mode.
	Wireless 2.4GHz	On	The 2.4GHz/5GHz wireless radio band is enabled.
	Wireless 5GHz	Flashing	WPS connection is in progress (about 2 minutes).
			The 2.4GHz/5GHz wireless radio band is disabled.
	LAN	On	At least one LAN port is connected.
			No LAN port is connected.
	USB	On	The USB device is ready to use.
		Flashing	The USB device is being identified.
			No USB device is plugged into the USB port.
	Phone	On	The phone is off-hook or DECT cordless phone is busy.
		Flashing	The phone is ringing or DECT cordless phone is registering.
			The phone or DECT is on-hook.

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FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

Q1. What should I do if I cannot access the web management page?

A1. If the computer is set to a static IP address, change its settings to obtain an IP address automatically.

A2. Make sure http://tplinkmodem.net or http://192.168.1.1 is correctly entered in the web browser.

A3. Use another web browser and try again.

A4. Reboot your modem router and try again.

A5. Disable then enable the network adapter in use.

Q2. What should I do if I cannot access the internet?

A1. Make sure all telephone and Ethernet cables are correctly and securely connected to the modem router.

A2. Try to log in to the web management page of the modem router using the default address at http://tplinkmodem.net or http://192.168.1.1. If you cannot, change your computer settings to obtain an IP address automatically from the modem router. If you can, try the steps below.

A3. Ask your internet service provider for the VPI/VCI (or VLAN ID), Connection Type, internet service username and password, and make sure all are correctly entered into your router's management page.

the instructions in this guide.

A5. If the problem persists, contact our Technical Support.

Q3. What should I do if the DSL LED does not turn solid on?

A1. Check your cables and make sure they are all plugged in correctly, including the telephone lines and power adapter.

A2. Restore your modem router to its factory default settings.

A3. Remove the DSL splitter, directly connect the modem router to the phone jack and

A4. Contact your ISP (internet service provider) to check the status of your DSL line. A5. If the problem persists, contact our Technical Support.

Q4. What should I do if I forget my password?

For the web management page:

A1. If you are using a TP-Link ID to log in, click Forgot password on the login page and then follow the instructions to reset it.

A2. Alternatively, restore the modem router to its factory default settings and then set a new password.

For the Wi-Fi network:

A1. The default Wi-Fi Password/PIN can be found on the product label at the bottom of the modem router.

A2. If the default wireless password has been changed, log in to the web management page and go to Basic > Wireless to retrieve or reset your password.

Q5. How do I restore the modem router to its factory default settings?

A1. With the modem router powered on, press and hold the Reset button on the side panel of the modem router for about 5 seconds until all LEDs turn on momentarily, then release the button.

A2. Log in to the web management page of the modem router. Go to Advanced > System Tools > Backup & Restore and click Factory Restore. The modem router will restore and reboot automatically.

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Safety Information

·Do not attempt to disassemble, repair, or modify the device. If you need service, please contact us.

·Do not use any other chargers than those recommended.

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

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

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