TP-Link Deco X50-4G User Manual

TP-Link Deco X50-4G User Manual

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4G+ AX3000 Whole
Home Mesh Wi-Fi 6
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© 2022 TP-Link 1910013218 REV1.0.0
Deco X50-4G
Superior Mesh Wi-Fi, Everywhere

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  • Page 1 Deco X50-4G Superior Mesh Wi-Fi, Everywhere User Guide 4G+ AX3000 Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi 6 Gateway © 2022 TP-Link 1910013218 REV1.0.0...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents About This Guide ·························································· 1 HomeShield ·································································· 30 Appearance ····································································· 2 Wi-Fi Settings······························································· 31 Before You Start ··························································· 3 Guest Network ···························································· 32 Set Up Your Deco for 3G/4G Router Mode ···· 4 SMS Service (for 3G/4G Router Mode) ·········· 33 Set Up Your Deco for Wireless Router Mode 8 Deny List ·········································································...
  • Page 3: About This Guide

    • Our Technical Support contact information can be found at the WPA3 Disclaimer Help center of the Deco app and the Contact Technical Support Use of WPA3 encryption requires clients to also support the page at https://www.tp-link.com/support. corresponding feature.
  • Page 4: Appearance

    Appearance Each Deco has an LED that changes color according to its status, three RJ-45 Ethernet ports, two external antennas port, a SIM card slot, a power slot, and a Reset button. Tip: The product label can be found at the bottom of the product. Pulse yellow: Reset Button: Deco is resetting.
  • Page 5: Before You Start

    Before You Start You can set your Deco as a 3G/4G router or a wireless router to meet the needs of different network scenarios. 3G/4G Router Mode When working in 3G/4G Router mode, Deco connects to the internet via a SIM card inserted. Follow Set Up Your Deco for 3G/4G Router Mode to set up your Deco.
  • Page 6: Set Up Your Deco For 3G/4G Router Mode

    2. Log in with TP-Link ID 3. Identify your Deco Scan the QR code below or go to Google Open the app. Use your TP-Link ID to log in. If Choose your Deco model. Play or the App Store to download the Deco you don’t have a TP-Link ID, sign up first.
  • Page 7 4. Choose an operation mode 5. Insert the SIM card and power on Deco 6. Connect to the Deco's Wi-Fi Select 3G/4G Router. Insert the SIM card into the slot at the bottom Wait until the Wi-Fi Signal LED pulses blue, of Deco.
  • Page 8 7. Select a location 8. Set up the SIM card 9. Create your Wi-Fi network Select a location for Deco. If its location is not Confirm or customize the SIM card Set a network name and a password. These listed, you can create a new one by choosing information.
  • Page 9 10. Connect to your Wi-Fi network 11. Setup complete Connect your smartphone/tablet to the Your Deco network is now up. Connect all Deco's Wi-Fi. devices to the network. You can also More Decos to expand the Wi-Fi coverage.
  • Page 10: Set Up Your Deco For Wireless Router Mode

    2. Log in with TP-Link ID 3. Identify your Deco Scan the QR code below or go to Google Open the app. Use your TP-Link ID to log in. If Choose your Deco model. Play or the App Store to download the Deco you don’t have a TP-Link ID, sign up first.
  • Page 11 4. Choose an operation mode 5. Plug in and power on Deco 6. Connect to the Deco's Wi-Fi Choose Wireless Router. Power off your modem. Connect your Deco to Wait until the Wi-Fi Signal LED pulses blue, the modem and power them both on. then connect to the Deco's Wi-Fi using the default SSID printed on the product label.
  • Page 12 7. Select a location 8. Set up internet connection 9. Create your Wi-Fi network Select a location for the Deco. If its location Select the internet connection type and enter Set a network name and a password. These is not listed, you can create a new one by the information.
  • Page 13 10. Connect to your Wi-Fi network 11. Setup complete Connect your phone/tablet to the Deco's Wi- Your Deco network is now up. Connect all devices to the Deco network. You can also Add More Decos to expand the Wi-Fi coverage.
  • Page 14: Install Lte External Antennas

    When working in 3G/4G Router mode, you can install LTE external antennas (not included in the product package) manually to strengthen the LTE signals of your Deco. Before You Start • Make sure your antennas frequency supports the working frequency of Deco X50-4G listed below. Uplink (UL) operating band Downlink (DL) operating band...
  • Page 15 • Make sure your Deco is working at 3G/4G Router Mode. If not, open the Deco app and go to > Advanced > Operation Mode to switch the mode.
  • Page 16 Follow the steps below to install your external antennas: 1. Remove the cover on the back of your Deco. 2. Insert the provided SMB to SMA adapters to the External Antennas Ports, and then connect your LTE external antennas to the adapters. Note: The image of antennas is for reference only and may differ from actual products.
  • Page 17 3. Open the Deco app, go to > Advanced > External Antennas and enable External Antennas. When enabled, the Deco will use the external antennas instead of the internal ones.
  • Page 18: Add More Decos

    Add More Decos After creating a Deco network, you can add more Deco units to the network to expand the Wi-Fi coverage and manage them easily on your Deco app. 1. In Overview, tap 2. Select the Deco model you want 3.
  • Page 19: Dashboard

    Deco works in 3G/4G Router mode, customize your home network with enhanced security using a kit of features built to TP-Link HomeShield and set up various advanced features. to get an overview of the network...
  • Page 20: Check Deco Status

    Check Deco Status In Overview, you can check the working status (online/offline) of all the Decos, check the details (speed/Deco's IP address & MAC address/connected clients) of each Deco unit, change the Deco's location/name, and more. Tap a Deco unit to check more details. Check download/upload speed of the Deco.
  • Page 21 Change or customize the location/name of the Deco. Check the clients connected to the Deco. Enable the Mesh feature of a client so it can seamlessly switch to the Deco that provides the fastest speed as you move around.
  • Page 22: Set Main Deco

    Set Main Deco After setup, you can replace the main Deco with any satellite Deco without resetting and reconfigure the whole network. Follow the steps below to complete the setup process. Note: The main Deco links all the others to the internet. You need to connect the new main Deco to the modem or Ethernet outlet for internet connection. For DSL Deco, connect it to the phone jack or DSL splitter.
  • Page 23: Remove/Reboot Deco

    Remove/Reboot Deco You can remove or reboot your Deco easily in the Deco app. Follow the steps below. Note: Removing a Deco will reset it to factory default settings and you will need to set up your Deco again. You can also press the Reset button on the Deco for 1 second to quickly reset your Deco to factory default settings.
  • Page 24: Create A New Network

    Create a New Network In the Deco app, you can create different Deco networks with your TP-Link ID and manage them conveniently from the Deco app with one account. You can also help family or friends manage their networks with your Deco app. Two methods are provided as below to create a new network.
  • Page 25 Method 2. Create a new network from the Menu page 3. Follow app instructions to complete 1. Tap to open the menu. 2. Tap > CREATE NEW NETWORK. the setup. *The app screen depicted is for 3G/4G Router mode only and may differ when Deco works in different modes.
  • Page 26: Delete A Network

    Delete a Network You can delete a Deco network if you don't need it anymore. Deleting a Deco network will reset all Decos in this network to factory default settings. 1. In Overview, tap 2. Tap > Delete. *The app screen depicted is for 3G/4G Router mode only and may differ when Deco works in different modes.
  • Page 27: Data Settings (For 3G/4G Router Mode)

    Data Settings (for 3G/4G Router Mode) Data Settings is used to monitor the data usage of your Deco in real-time. You can limit your data usage according to your monthly allowance or total allowance and you will receive a warning if your data usage reaches the specified level. Note: It is not available to modify the data settings when remotely managing the network from Deco app.
  • Page 28 4. Enable Data Usage Limit to set 5. Enter the allowed amount of total/ 6. Choose a notification method if 7. Choose a data percentage to total/monthly data allowance and monthly data. When data usage you want to receive a warning when prevent data overuse.
  • Page 29: Manage Connected Devices

    Manage Connected Devices In Overview, you can mange your connected devices easily, such as changing the device name and type, enabling Mesh Technology and high priority, and setting a profile to manage its online activities, and more. Tap a connected device to check the details (eg. real-time upload/ Change the device name as needed.
  • Page 30 Enable High Priority and set the Duration time to prioritize the connection to manage the device settings, including changing the device of this device during the time, such as a family member’s laptop for one name/type, viewing device detailed information (IP address, MAC hour during a video call.
  • Page 31 Enable Mesh Technology and then the Belongs to to add a unique profile for the device and manage its online activities. For example, when device can seamlessly switch to the and for how long this device can access the internet, block inappropriate content, and pause the internet if Deco that provides the fastest speed necessary.
  • Page 32: Homeshield

    Whether protecting your network from malicious attacks, managing your family's online activities, or prioritizing devices to get better performance, TP-Link HomeShield provides you a kit of basic (free) and Pro (charged) features to enhance your whole home network with enhanced security.
  • Page 33: Wi-Fi Settings

    Wi-Fi Settings You can change the network name and password of your main network at any time and share the network easily with family and friends. > Wi-Fi. Manage main network (eg. change your main network's Wi-Fi name and Share your network with others. password, hide the network from Wi-Fi list, etc.).
  • Page 34: Guest Network

    Guest Network You can create and share a separate network for guests to guarantee the security and privacy of your main network. > Wi-Fi and enble Guest Network. Set a Wi-Fi name and password for Share your guest network with others. the guest network.
  • Page 35: Sms Service (For 3G/4G Router Mode)

    SMS Service (for 3G/4G Router Mode) When Deco works in 3G/4G Router mode, you can view, send and receive messages with the SMS Service in the Deco app. > SMS. View inbox and outbox messages. Create new messages. Reply messages. *The app screen depicted is for 3G/4G Router mode only and may differ when Deco works in different modes.
  • Page 36: Deny List

    Deny List Add devices to the deny list to prevent the devices from accessing your network, ensuring the safety of your personal information shared in the network. > Deny List. in the top right corner and add clients or other devices to the deny Remove devices/clients from deny list.
  • Page 37: Upgrade Your Deco

    Upgrade Your Deco TP-Link is dedicated to improving product features and providing a better customer experience. An up-to-date firmware provides better and stabler network performance. Always update your Deco to the latest firmware version when prompted in the Deco app.
  • Page 38: Internet Settings (For 3G/4G Router Mode)

    Internet Settings (for 3G/4G Router Mode) When Deco works in 3G/4G Router mode, you can configure the internet settings, including updating or creating your ISP profile, enabling/disabling mobile data and data roaming, changing a network mode, and more. Note: It is not available to change the internet settings when remotely controlling the network from the Deco app. Mobile ISP to update your ISP profile or create a new one.
  • Page 39 Enable Mobile Data to ensure Enable Data Roaming to ensure the Change the mobile network mode Select frequency bands manually internet access. internet access while you are outside (4G Preferred / 4G Only / 3G Only) or automatically. the service area of your carrier. according to your needs.
  • Page 40 Select preferred carrier network Check internet detailed information. mannually or automatically.
  • Page 41: Pin Management (For 3G/4G Router Mode)

    PIN Management (for 3G/4G Router Mode) While Deco works in 3G/4G Router mode, a SIM card is inserted to it for internet access. To protect your SIM card from embezzlement, PIN Management is available in the Deco app. When enabled, PIN code is required when you reboot the Deco or reinsert the SIM card to it. Note: This feature is available only when your Deco works in 3G/4G Router mode, but is not available when Deco works in 3G/4G Router mode and being remotely controlled from the Deco app.
  • Page 42 3. Tap Change PIN whenever you want to set a new PIN code. You need 4. Enable Auto-Unlock PIN, then the PIN code will be validated to enter the current PIN before you set a new one. automatically every time you reboot the router or reinsert the SIM card.
  • Page 43: Advanced Features

    Advanced Features Additional features are available under the Advanced menu. The features vary with the working mode of Deco. For example, you can modify the mobile ISP settings only when your Deco is in 3G/4G Router mode, and modify WAN settings only in Wireless Router mode. Follow the instructions to explore different features.
  • Page 44 Note: This feature is available only when your Tip: For more about MAC Clone, refer to your Deco works in Access Point mode. Deco works in Wireless Router mode. https://www.tp-link.com/support/faq/2925/ Note: This feature is available only when your Deco works in Wireless Router mode.
  • Page 45 Reserve IP addresses for specific Set up port forwarding rules to Register a TP-Link DDNS domain Enable SIP ALG to communicate devices to recognize and manage enable devices in your network name to access your router and with SIP (Session Initiation Protocol) the device more easily.
  • Page 46 Enable UPNP to allow your local Enable Fast Roaming to allow Enable Beamforming to Toggle off LED to turn off the light network to dynamically open ports your wireless devices to switch concentrate Wi-Fi signal towards on Deco. Configure the Night Mode for applications like gaming.
  • Page 47 Change the operation mode. Enable to use external antennas Set connection alerts to receive Set notifications to receive alerts in instead of the internal ones. notifications once the clients the notification bar. Tip: You can enable 3G/4G Backup when you switch the network to Wireless Router mode.
  • Page 48: 4G Backup (For Wireless Router Mode)

    3G/4G Backup (for Wireless Router Mode) When Deco works in Wireless Router mode, you can use 3G/4G network as a backup solution for internet access. When 3G/4G Backup is enabled, your Deco will be directly connected to the 3G/4G network when your original network service fails. Follow the steps below to enable 3G/4G Backup and configure the corresponding settings.
  • Page 49 Select detection methods (single Configure internet settings for your Configure data usage settings View, send, receive and reply detection with DNS Lookup or dual SIM card (eg. modify mobile ISP (eg. select data usage type, adjust messages via the SMS Service. detection with DNS Lookup and information and network mode, total/monthly used data, set the...
  • Page 50 Set a PIN code to protect the SIM card from embezzlement. When enabled, PIN code is required when you use the SIM card in any device.
  • Page 51: Wps

    WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) helps you to quickly and securely connect a client to the network with a tap without entering any password. 2. Tap the icon in Deco app and then 3. Your client has connected to the network 1.
  • Page 52: Managers

    Managers Add friends and family members to help manage your network. Each manager should have their own TP-Link ID. Note: Managers can not modify owner's account, add other accounts, or set manager privileges. > Managers, and follow app instructions to add other TP-Link ID account as manager.
  • Page 53 Set privileges for managers. Remove managers. Note: Privileges may vary slightly depending on the model, the current operation mode, and software version you have.
  • Page 54: Control Your Deco With Alexa

    Follow the steps below to use Alexa voice commands to control your Deco network. Tip: To know more about how to set up Alexa Integration in Alexa app, refer to https://www.tp-link.com/support/faq/1571/. Note: This feature is currently available in English (US), English (UK), German and Japanese.
  • Page 55: Troubleshooting

    Deco. If problems still exist, contact us: https://www.tp-link.com/support Q1. What should I do if I fail to connect to the internet over the mobile connection? • Verify that your SIM card is an LTE or WCDMA card.
  • Page 56 DHCP Server function from the Deco’s Ethernet port and try again. If it doesn't work, try the following guide. • Visit 192.168.68.1 on a web browser and log in with your TP-Link ID. Tap Internet and check the Internet IP Address.
  • Page 57 Contact your ISP for the necessary information. Q6. How can I find a suitable spot for my Deco? Refer to https://www.tp-link.com//support/faq/1446/ Q7. What can I do if the Deco app isn't working properly? Refer to...
  • Page 58: Authentication

    LTE: B28 (23dBm+2.7/-3.2 dB) 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/support/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...
  • Page 59 UKCA Mark UKCA declaration of conformity TP-Link hereby declares that the device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the Radio Equipment Regulations 2017. The original UK declaration of conformity may be found at https://www.tp-link.com/support/ukca National restrictions Attention: This device may only be used indoors in Great Britain.
  • Page 60 • 插槽與開口供通風使用,以確保本產品的操作可靠並防止過熱,請勿堵塞或覆蓋開口。 • 請勿將本產品置放於靠近熱源的地方。除非有正常的通風,否則不可放在密閉位置中。 • 不要私自拆開機殼或自行維修,如產品有故障請與原廠或代理商聯繫。 限用物質含有情況標示聲明書 設備名稱: 型號(型式): Equipment name: Type designation (Type) AX3000 Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi 6 Router Deco X50-4G 限用物質及其化學符號 Restricted substances and its chemical symbols 單元 鉛 汞 鎘 六價鉻 多溴聯苯 多溴二苯醚 Unit Lead Mercury...
  • Page 61 − ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ 其他及其配件 備考1. 超出0.1 wt %” 及 “超出0.01 wt %” 系指限用物質之百分比含量超出百分比含量基準值。 Note 1:“Exceeding 0.1 wt %” and “exceeding 0.01 wt %” indicate that the percentage content of the restricted substance exceeds the reference percentage value of presence condition. 備考2.“○”系指該項限用物質之百分比含量未超出百分比含量基準值。 Note 2:“○” indicates that the percentage content of the restricted substance does not exceed the percentage of reference value of presence. 備考3.“ − ”系指該項限用物質為排除項目。...
  • Page 62 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. This product uses radios and other components that emit electromagnetic fields.

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