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Configure the Cloud Router
1. Connect your device to the router (wired or wireless).
Wired
Turn off the Wi-Fi on your computer and connect the devices as shown
below.
Ethernet cable
Wireless
a
Find the SSID and wireless password printed on the label at the bottom of
the router.
SSID:TP-Link_XXXX
SSID:TP-Link _XXXX_5G
b
Click the network icon of your computer or go to Wi-Fi settings of your
smart device, and then select the SSID to join the network.
Computer
<
Settings
Connections are available
Wireless Network Connection
Wi-Fi
or
CHOOSE A NETWORK...
TP-Link_XXXX
TP-Link_XXXX_5G
TP-Link_XXXX
Connect automatically
Connect
√
TP-Link_XXXX_5G
Other...
2. Connect the router to the internet.
A
Launch a web browser, and enter http://tplinkwifi.net or
http://192.168.0.1 in the address bar. Create a login password and then
click Let's Get Started.
Note: If the login window does not appear, please refer to Q1 of Need Help? in this guide.
http://tplinkwifi.net
Password
Low
Middle
High
Confirm password
Let's Get Started
B
Follow the step-by-step instructions to set up the internet connection and
register the TP-Link Cloud service.
Internet Connection Type
Time Zone
Note: If you are not sure of the Internet Connection Type, please click Auto Detect.
Tether App
The TP-Link Tether app provides a simple, intuitive way to access and manage
your router.
Smart Device
Wi-Fi
Tether
How to begin?
1. Download the TP-Link Tether app from the Apple App Store or Google
Play Store.
2. Ensure your smart device is wirelessly connected to the home network.
3. Launch the Tether app and start managing your home network.
More Features
The TP-Link router supports various features, such as Guest Network, Parental
Controls, Access Control and more.
You can log in to the router's web management page http://tplinkwifi.net to
apply these functions. For instructions, please refer to the User Manual at
www.tp-link.com.
TP-Link Cloud Service
TP-Link Cloud service provides a better way to manage your cloud devices. For
example:
Wireless Settings
TP-Link Cloud Service
Summary
You can set up and enjoy cloud functions via the Tether app or through the web
management page at http://tplinkwifi.net.
To learn more about the TP-Link Cloud service and other useful features supported
by the router (including Guest Network, Parental Controls, Access Control and
more), please refer to the User Manual at www.tp-link.com.
Need Help?
Block unwelcome users from
connecting to your network
Q1. What can I do if the login page does not appear?
Change the basic wireless
network settings
View information about clients
connected to your router
Q2. What can I do if I cannot access internet?
Set up Parental Controls with
access time
Q3. How do I restore the router to its factory default settings?
Scan to download
Q4. What can I do if I forget my web management password?
Q5. What can I do if I forget my wireless network password?
If your questions are not listed here, please refer to the product's support page at
www.tp-link.com.
Remote Management
Easily manage your home network when you are out and
about via the Tether app on your smartphone or tablet.
Timely Upgrade Notifications
Keep informed of the latest firmware updates, ensuring
your router stays at its best.
One for All
Manage multiple TP-Link Cloud devices, all from a single
TP-Link ID.
If the computer is set to a static or fixed IP address, change settings to obtain an IP address
automatically.
Verify that http://tplinkwifi.net is correctly entered in the web browser. Alternatively, enter
http://192.168.0.1 or http://192.168.1.1 in the web browser and press Enter.
Use another web browser and try again.
Reboot your router and try again.
Disable and enable the network adapter being used.
Check if the internet is working normally by connecting a computer directly to the modem using an
Ethernet cable. If it is not, contact your Internet Service Provider.
Log in to the web management page of the router, and go to the Basic > Network Map page to check
whether the Internet IP address is valid or not. If it is, please run the Quick Setup again; otherwise,
recheck the hardware connection.
Reboot your router and try again.
For cable modem users, log in to the web management page of the router. Go to Advanced > Network
> Internet > MAC Clone, click Use Current Computer MAC Address and click Save. Then reboot both
the modem and the router.
With the router powered on, press and hold the Reset button on the back until the Power LED blinks.
Log in to the web management page of the router. Go to Advanced > System Tools > Backup &
Restore, and click Factory Restore. The router will restore and reboot automatically.
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.
Alternatively, use a pin to press and hold the Reset button on the back until the Power LED blinks to
reset the router, and then visit http://tplinkwifi.net to create a new login password.
If you have not changed the default wireless password, it can be found on the label at the back of the
router.
Connect a computer directly to the router using an Ethernet cable. Log in to the router's web
management page at http://tplinkwifi.net, and go to Basic > Wireless to retrieve or reset your wireless
password.
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