Chapter 2. Connecting The Modem Router; System Requirements; Installation Environment Requirements; Connecting The Modem Router - TP-Link Archer D7 User Manual

Archer D7 AC1750 Wireless Dual Band Gigabit ADSL2+ Modem Router User Guide

Chapter 2. Connecting the Modem Router

2.1 System Requirements

 Broadband Internet Access Service (DSL/Cable/Ethernet).
 PCs with a working Ethernet Adapter and an Ethernet cable with RJ45 connectors.
 TCP/IP protocol on each PC.
 Web browser, such as Microsoft Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox or Apple Safari.

2.2 Installation Environment Requirements

 The Product should not be located where it will be exposed to moisture or excessive heat.
 Place the Router in a location where it can be connected to the various 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 Router can be placed on a shelf or desktop.
 Keep away from the strong electromagnetic radiation and the device of electromagnetic
sensitive.

2.3 Connecting the Modem Router

Before installing the device, please make sure your broadband service provided by your ISP is
available. If there is any problem, please contact your ISP. Before cable connection, cut off the
power supply and keep your hands dry. You can follow the steps below to install it.
Step 1: Connect the ADSL Line.
Method one: Plug one end of the twisted-pair ADSL cable into the ADSL port on the rear
panel of Archer D7, and insert the other end into the wall socket.
Method two：You can use a separate splitter. External splitter can divide the data and
voice, and then you can access the Internet and make calls at the same time. The
external splitter has three ports:
• LINE: Connect to the wall jack
• PHONE: Connect to the phone sets
• MODEM: Connect to the ADSL port of Archer D7
Plug one end of the twisted-pair ADSL cable into the ADSL port on the rear panel of
Archer D7. Connect the other end to the MODEM port of the external splitter.
Step 2: Connect the Ethernet cable. Attach one end of a network cable to your computer's
Ethernet port or a regular hub/switch port, and the other end to the LAN port on the
modem router Archer D7.
Step 3: Power on the computers and LAN devices.
Step 4: Attach the power adapter. Connect the power adapter to the power connector on the rear
of the device and plug in the adapter to an electrical outlet or power extension. The
electrical outlet shall be installed near the device and shall be easily accessible.
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