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Already have a modem?
If you already have a modem or your internet comes directly from an
Ethernet wall outlet, you can switch to Wireless Router mode. Follow the
steps below to set up.
1. Connect the hardware and wait until the Power LED
Modem Router
Modem
Ethernet Cable
2. Connect your device to the router via an Ethernet cable or wirelessly.
SSID (network name) and Wireless Password are on the product label at the bottom of
the modem router.
3. Launch a web browser and type in http://tplinkmodem.net or
192.168.1.1. Create a password for router management and get started.
Note: If the login page does not appear, please refer to FAQ > Q1.
http://tplinkmodem.net
4. Follow the Quick Setup and select Wireless Router Mode to connect to
the internet.
If there is no Operation Mode selection page in the Quick Setup, go to
the Advanced > Operation Mode page and switch to Wireless Router
Mode, then go to Basic > Internet to finish the set up.
Now you can enjoy the internet.
FAQ
(Frequently Asked Questions)
Q1. What should I do if I cannot access the web management page?
A1. If the computer is set to a static IP address, change its settings to obtain an IP address
automatically.
A2. Make sure http://tplinkmodem.net or http://192.168.1.1 is correctly entered in the web
browser.
A3. Use another web browser and try again.
A4. Reboot your modem router and try again.
A5. Disable then enable the network adapter in use.
Q2. What should I do if the DSL LED
does not turn solid on?
A1. Check your cables and make sure they are all plugged in correctly, including the
telephone lines and power adapter.
A2. Restore your modem router to its factory default settings.
A3. Remove the DSL splitter, directly connect the modem router to the phone jack and
follow this guide to reconfigure the modem router.
A4. Contact your ISP (internet service provider) to check the status of your DSL line.
A5. If the problem persists, contact our Technical Support.
Button Legend
becomes stable.
Power Adapter
Button
Description
WPS
Press to start a WPS synchronization.
Wi-Fi
Press to turn Wi-Fi on or off.
Reset
Press and hold down for 8 seconds to reset the
modem router to factory default settings.
On/Off
Press to power on or off the modem router.
Support
For detailed configuration instructions and more supported features
(including Guest Network, Parental Controls and Bandwidth Control)
please refer to the User Guide available from this product's support page
at www.tp-link.com.
For technical support and other information, please visit
http://www.tp-link.com/support.
Q3. What should I do if I cannot access the internet?
A1. Make sure all telephone and Ethernet cables are correctly and securely connected to the
modem router.
A2. Try to log in to the web management page of the modem router using the default address
at http://tplinkmodem.net or http://192.168.1.1. If you cannot, change your computer
settings to obtain an IP address automatically from the modem router. If you can, try the
steps below.
A3. Ask your internet service provider for the VPI/VCI (or VLAN ID), Connection Type, internet
service username and password, and make sure all are correctly entered into your router's
management page.
A4. Restore the modem router to its factory default settings and reconfigure it by following the
instructions in this guide.
A5. Please contact our Technical Support if the problem persists.
Q4. What should I do if I forget my password?
For the web management page:
Restore the modem router to its factory default settings and then set a new password.
LED Indicators
LED
Status Indication
On
The system has started up successfully.
Flashing
The system is starting up or firmware is being
Power
upgraded. Do not disconnect or power off your
modem router.
Off
Power is off.
On
DSL synchronization is complete.
DSL
DSL synchronization is in progress.
Flashing
Off
DSL synchronization failed.
On
The modem router is connected to the internet.
Internet
There is no internet connection or the modem
Off
router is operating in Bridge mode.
On
The wireless function is enabled.
Wireless
Off
The wireless function is disabled.
This light remains on for 5 minutes when a WPS
On/Off
connection is established, then turns off.
WPS
Flashing
WPS connection is in progress. This may take
up to 2 minutes.
On
The LAN port is connected to a powered-on
device.
LAN
Off
The LAN port is not connected to a
powered-on device.
For the Wi-Fi network:
A1. The default Wi-Fi Password/PIN can be found on the product label at the bottom of the
modem router.
A2. If the default wireless password has been changed, log in to the web management
page and go to Basic > Wireless to retrieve or reset your password.
Q5. How do I restore the modem router to its factory default settings?
A1. With the modem router powered on,
press and hold the Reset button on the
rear panel of the modem router for
approximately 8 seconds until all LEDs
turn back on, then release the button.
Reset Button: Press & Hold for 8 Seconds
A2. Log in to the web management page of the modem router. Go to Advanced > System
Tools > Backup & Restore and click Factory Restore. The modem router will restore
and reboot automatically.
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