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Smart Home Mesh Wi-Fi System Whole Home Wi-Fi | Seamless Roaming | Parental Controls | Antivirus User Guide AC1300 Smart Home Mesh Wi-Fi System Deco M1300 1910012571 REV1.0.0...
Ignoring this type of note might result in a malfunction Note: or damage to the device. A basic TP-Link HomeCare , powered by Trend Micro , package is included for 3 years from date of activation at no additional cost. It...
Appearance Each Deco has an LED that changes color according to its status, two RJ-45 Ethernet ports and a power slot. See the explanation below: Yellow pulse: Deco is resetting. Yellow solid: Deco is starting up. Blue pulse: Ethernet Ports: For connecting Deco to your modem, the Deco is ready for setup.
3. Connect your modem to Deco Scan the QR code below or go to Google Play Open the app. Use your TP-Link ID to log in. Find and power off your modem. Connect your or the Apple App Store to download the Deco Deco to the modem and power them both on.
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4. Select a location 5. Create your Wi-Fi network 6. Add more Decos Select a location for this Deco. If its location Set a network name and a password. These You can add more Decos to expand Wi-Fi is not listed, you can create a new one by will be the name and password you use to coverage.
Add Smart Home Devices This Deco not only delivers seamless wireless connectivity, but also acts as a smart home control point, letting you replace your older smart hubs. It connects Wi-Fi devices to your network and lets you manage them from the Deco App. Whether you're on the couch or on the go, you're always in reach of your lights, thermostats, switches and plugs.
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4. Follow the app's guide to find your smart 5. Assign a location for your device and tap device(s). Done.
Dashboard After you successfully set up your Deco network, you will see the dashboard of the Deco app. Here you can view the connected devices and manage your network. View connected devices Swipe right Tap MORE...
Wi-Fi Settings Customize the network name and password of your main network or create a separate network for guests, and shake your device to share the network details easily with family and friends. Customize the main network Create a guest network Shake to share Wi-Fi...
Automation Automation allows you to set interactions between your smart devices. For example, if the bedroom light comes on (which is a trigger), then the air conditioner in the bedroom will start running (which is an action). Automation Create automations Tap to manage automations...
Parental Controls Create profiles for family members and specify the devices that belong to each. Set individualized parental controls including when and for how long each person can access the internet. Block inappropriate content and pause the internet. Parental Controls Set filter level Set time controls...
Antivirus There are three ways Deco ensures your home network remains safe: by blocking malicious websites, by protecting the system and applications against external attacks and eliminating vulnerabilities, and by preventing infected devices from sending sensitive information outside your network. Protection enabled Alert history Protection disabled...
There are two ways to use the QoS (Quality of Service) function. You can tap a device on the dashboard to prioritize its connection for a set duration, such as a family member's laptop for one hour during a video call. You can also go to the QoS page to prioritize multiple devices or the online activity that's most important to the whole family, such as Streaming or Gaming.
Monthly Report Review a monthly list of usage, such as security threats, top 5 visited contents, most frequently executed shortcuts and automations, and more. Safeguard your Deco network Top 5 visited contents under Parental Controls Most frequently executed shortcuts and automations...
Switch and Create Network You can create, manage and switch between different Deco networks bound to your TP-Link ID. Swipe right and tap Swipe to switch a network to manage Swipe to create a new network...
Advanced Features Additional features are available under the Advanced menu. You can configure and change settings according to your needs. Advanced features Change IPv4 settings Change IPv6 settings...
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Change VLAN settings Reserve IP addresses for specific devices Create port forwarding rules...
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Register a TP-Link DDNS domain name Enable fast roaming for wireless devices Control the LED on Deco...
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Change the operating mode Turn on/off notifications...
Update Decos TP-Link is dedicated to improving product features and providing a better customer experience. Update Deco when prompted in the Deco app. Update Available Updating Deco Up-to-date...
Managers Add friends and family members to help manage your network. Each manager should have their own TP-Link ID. Managers Add a manager Remove a manager...
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5150 MHz -5250 MHz (23dBm) 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 and 2011/65/EU. The original EU declaration of conformity may be found at http://www.tp-link.com/en/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...
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Продукт сертифіковано згідно с правилами системи УкрСЕПРО на відповідність вимогам нормативних документів та вимогам, що передбачені чинними законодавчими актами України. Safety Information • Keep the device away from water, fire, humidity or hot environments. • Do not attempt to disassemble, repair, or modify the device. •...