TP-Link Archer C1900 Quick Installation Manual page 2

Configure via Web Browser
1. Connect your computer to the router (Wired or Wireless)
Wired
Turn off the Wi-Fi on your computer and connect the device as shown below.
Model: Archer C1900 IC:8853A-C9
Power: 12V 3.3A Serial Number Wireless Password/PIN FCC ID:TE7C9
Default Access:
AC1900 High Power Wireless http://tplinkwifi.net This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is
Username: admin Mac Address SSID subject to the following two conditions:(1) This device may not cause
Dual Band Gigabit Router Password: admin harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Ethernet Cable
Wireless
Connect wirelessly by using the SSID (Network Name) and Wireless Password/PIN printed on the
product label on the rear panel of the router.
2.
Configure the router using a web browser
Enter http://tplinkwifi.net or http://192.168.0.1 in the address bar of a web
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browser. Use admin for both username and password, and then click Login.
Note: If the login window does not appear, please refer to FAQ > Q1.
http://tplinkwifi.net
admin
admin
Login
Select your time zone, and click Next.
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WAN Connection Type Wireless Settings
Time Zone
Time Zone:
-Please Select-
Select your WAN Connection Type, or click Auto Detect if you are unsure of
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what your connection type is. Click Next and follow the instructions.
WAN Connection Type Wireless Settings
Time Zone
Auto Detect
Dynamic IP
Static IP
PPPoE
L2TP
PPTP
Note: If you are not sure which WAN Connection Type you have, use Auto Detect or contact your
Internet Service Provider (ISP) for assistance.
Use the default or change the wireless settings, and click Next.
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Note: If you change the default SSID and password, write down the new wireless settings.
WAN Connection Type
Time Zone
Wireless 2.4GHz:
Network Name(SSID):
Password:
Wireless 5GHz:
Network Name(SSID):
Password:
Confirm your settings, and then click Save to continue or Back to make changes.
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WAN Connection Type
Time Zone
Time Zone:
WAN Connection Type:
Wireless 2.4GHz
Network Name(SSID):
Password:
Wireless 5GHz
Network Name(SSID):
Password:
Test your Internet connection, then click Finish to quit the Quick Setup.
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WAN Connection Type
Test Your Connection
Time Zone
Summary
Congratulations!
You have completed the Quick Setup process.
Click Test Internet Connection below, then click Finish.
Test Internet Connection
Next
Configure via Tether App
Test Your Connection
TP-LINK's Tether app lets you conveniently access the router and:
Summary
View information about the clients on your network.
Block network access from specific users or devices.
Set up Parental Control with access time and content restrictions.
Change the basic wireless network settings easily.
How to start?
1. Scan the QR code to download the TP-LINK Tether app from the Apple
App Store or Google Play.
Back Next
2. Ensure your smart device is wirelessly connected to the home network.
3. Launch the Tether app and start managing your home network.
Wireless Settings Test Your Connection
Summary
ON OFF
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ON OFF
TP-LINK_7AFF_5G
12345670
Back Next
Wireless Settings Test Your Connection
Summary
(GMT-05:00) Eastern Time (US Canada)
Dynamic IP
On
TP-LINK_7AFF
12345670
On
TP-LINK_7AFF_5G
12345670
Back Save
Wireless Settings Test Your Connection
Summary
Back Finish
USB Features
Use the USB ports for media sharing, storage sharing and printer sharing across your local
network. You can also set up an FTP server to access your files remotely through the Internet.
Model: Archer C1900 IC:8853A-C9
Serial Number Wireless Password/PIN FCC ID:TE7C9
Power: 12V 3.3A
Default Access:
AC1900 High Power Wireless http://tplinkwifi.net This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is
Username: admin Mac Address SSID subject to the following two conditions:(1) This device may not cause
Dual Band Gigabit Router harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
Password: admin received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
USB 2.0 Port
Remote Access Local Storage
Media Sharing
via FTP Server Sharing
To learn more about the USB features, visit the website:
http://www.tp-link.com/app/usb, or simply scan the QR code.
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
What can I do if the login window does not appear?
Q1.
If the computer is set to a static or fixed IP address, change the setting to obtain an IP address
automatically.
Verify if http://tplinkwifi.net or http://192.168.0.1 is correctly entered in the web browser.
Alternatively, enter http://192.168.1.1 in the web browser.
Use another web browser and try again.
Reboot your router and try again.
Disable and enable the the network adapter in use again.
Q2. What can I do if I cannot access the Internet?
Check if the Internet is working properly by connecting a computer directly to the modem via an
Ethernet. If it is not, contact your Internet Service Provider.
Open a web browser, enter http://tplinkwifi.net or http://192.168.0.1 and run the setup again.
Reboot your router and try again.
For cable modem users, reboot the modem first. If the problem still exists, log into the Web
Management page of the router, and go to Advanced > Network > MAC Clone, click Clone MAC
Address and then click Save.
How do I restore the router to its factory default settings?
Q3.
While the router is powered on, press and hold the Reset/WPS button on the back until the
blinks.
Log into the Web Management page of the router, and go to Advanced > System Tools > Factory
Default, click Restore. The router will restore and reboot automatically.
Q4. What can I do if I forgot my Web Management password?
Refer to FAQ > Q3 to reset the router, and then use the default admin (all lowercase) for both
username and password to log in.
Q5. What can I do if I forgot my wireless network password?
If you have not changed the default Wireless Password, it can be found on the product label of the
router.
Log into the Web Management page, go to Basic > Wireless to retrieve or reset your wireless
password.
USB 3.0 Port
Printer Sharing
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