Set up with videos: 2 Set Up the Network
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Method ONE: Via TP-Link Tether App Method TWO: Via a Web Browser
https://www.tp-link.com/support/setup-video/#wi-fi-routers
1. Download the Tether app. 1. Connect your device to the router wirelessly
1 Connect the Hardware
or with an Ethernet cable.
The default wireless network names (SSIDs) and password
or are printed on the label at the bottom of the router.
• Unplug the power to turn off your modem, if any, and remove Unplug the power Model: Archer AX3000
the backup battery if it has one. Scan for Tether Tether AX3000 Gigabit Wi-Fi Router
• Refer to Q5 of Need Help to place the router for optimal 2. Open the Tether app and log in with your
Modem
Wi-Fi performance. TP-Link ID.
Note: If you don’t have an account, create one first.
If your internet comes from an Ethernet outlet instead of a DSL / Cable / Satellite modem, connect the
Wireless Password/PIN:XXXXXXXX
SSID:TP-Link_XXXX
SSID:TP-Link_XXXX_5G
router’s WAN port to it, then follow steps 3 and 4 to complete the hardware connection. 3. Tap the button in the Tether app and
*Image may differ from actual product. select Wireless Router > Standard 2. Launch a web browser, and enter
1 Connect the powered-off Routers. Follow the steps to complete http://tplinkwifi.net or http://192.168.0.1 in
modem to the router’s WAN the setup and connect to the internet. the address bar. Create a password to log in.
port with an Ethernet cable. Note: If the login window does not appear, please refer to Q1 of
Internet
Need Help in this guide.
http://tplinkwifi.net
Choose Your Device Type
New Password:
Wireless Router
Confirm Password:
2 Power on the modem, and then wait 3 Connect the power adapter to Gaming Router Note: Due to Tether app Let’s Get Started
about 2 minutes for it to restart. the router and turn it on. updates, your actual
user interface and
Range Extender
4 Verify that the hardware connection is correct by checking the following LEDs. pathway may differ from
those depicted here. 3. Follow the step-by-step instructions to
set up the internet connection and
Power
On
2.4 GHz
On
5 GHz
On
Internet
On
register for the TP-Link Cloud service.
Note: If the 2.4 GHz LED and 5 GHz LED are off, press and hold the Wi-Fi button on the back for more than 2 seconds. To enjoy a more complete service from TP-Link,
Both the LEDs should turn solid on. bind your TP-Link ID to the router.
Button Explanation Need Help?
Quick Installation Guide
LED Button Q1. What should I do if I can’t access the web management page?
Press the button for 1 second to turn on or off the LEDs of • Reboot your router and try again.
your router. • If the computer is set to a static IP, change its settings to obtain
an IP address automatically.
WPS Button • Verify that http://tplinkwifi.net is correctly entered in the web
Press the button for 1 second, and immediately press the WPS browser. Alternatively, enter http://192.168.0.1 or
button on your client to start the WPS process. http://192.168.1.1 in the web browser.
• Use another web browser and try again.
Wi-Fi Button • Disable and enable the network adapter in use.
Press and hold the button for more than 2 seconds to turn on Q2. What should I do if I can’t access the internet?
or off the wireless function of your router. • Power off your modem for about 5 minutes, then power it on and
check the internet. If your modem has more than one Ethernet
Reset Button port, keep other ports unconnected.
Press and hold the button for about 6 seconds until the Power • Check if the internet is working normally by connecting a
LED blinks to reset the router to its factory default settings. computer directly to the modem via an Ethernet cable. If it is not,
contact your internet service provider.
USB Applications • Log in to the web management page, and go to the Network Map
page to check whether the internet IP address is valid or not. If it’s
With the USB port, it’s easy to share files and media with valid, go to Advanced > Network > Internet, click Advanced
multiple devices. Visit https://www.tp-link.com/app/usb to Settings, select Use the Following DNS Addresses, set the
learn more about the USB applications. primary DNS to 8.8.8.8, and set the secondary DNS to 8.8.4.4. If it
is not, check the hardware connection or contact your internet
Local Storage Sharing service provider.
Share files from the USB drive with devices on your • For cable modem users, log in to the web management page of
home network the router and go to Advanced > Network > Internet > MAC
Clone. Select Clone Current Device MAC and click SAVE. Then
Media Server reboot both the modem and the router.
Play media from the USB drive on your computer and Q3. What should I do if I forget my wireless password?
smart devices • If you have not changed the default wireless password, it can be
found on the label at the bottom of the router.
Remote Access
• Connect a computer directly to the router using an Ethernet cable.
Access the USB drive when you are away from home Log in to the router’s web management page at
For technical support, replacement services, user guides, and http://tplinkwifi.net, and go to the Wireless page to retrieve or
other information, please visit https://www.tp-link.com/support. reset your wireless password.
TP-Link hereby declares that the device is in compliance with the essential Q4. What should I do if I forget my web management page
requirements and other relevant provisions of directives 2014/53/EU, password?
2009/125/EC, 2011 /65/EU and (EU) 2015/863. • If you are using a TP-Link ID to log in, click Forgot password on
The original EU declaration of conformity may be found at
https://www.tp-link.com/en/support/ce the login page and then follow the instructions to reset it.
TP-Link hereby declares that the device is in compliance with the essential • Alternatively, press and hold the Reset button on the back for
requirements and other relevant provisions of the Radio Equipment Regulations about 6 seconds until the Power LED blinks. Then visit
2017.
The original UK declaration of conformity may be found at http://tplinkwifi.net to create a new login password. Wi-Fi 6 Router
https://www.tp-link.com/support/ukca Q5. How should I position my router for optimal Wi-Fi performance?
· Keep the device away from water, fire, humidity or hot environments. • Don’t place your router in a corner or in a closet.
· Do not attempt to disassemble, repair, or modify the device. If you need
service, please contact us. • Avoid obstacles and high-powered appliances.
· Do not use any other chargers than those recommended. • Keep your router in a central location at a certain height.
· Do not use damaged charger or USB cable to charge the device. • Keep the antennas vertical when the router is placed on a
· Do not use the device where wireless devices are not allowed.
· Adapter shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible. desktop. Keep the antennas upright when the router is hanging
on a wall.
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