The TP-Link Archer C5400X has several buttons, including a Power button, Wi-Fi On/Off, WPS, Reset, and LED On/Off. The function of the switch on the front is likely the LED On/Off button, which controls the LED panel's display.

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Summary of Contents for TP-Link Archer C5400X

Page 1 User Guide AC5400 MU-MIMO Tri-Band Gaming Router Archer C5400X REV1.0.0 1910012163...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Chapter 5. TP-Link Cloud Service ........25...
Page 3 Chapter 7. USB Settings..........34 7.
Page 4 12. 8. Use WPS for Wireless Connection ......... . 81 12.
Page 5: About This Guide
The Quick Installation Guide can be found where you find this guide or inside the package of the router. Specifications can be found on the product page at http://www.tp-link.com. A Technical Support Forum is provided for you to discuss our products at http://forum.tp-link.com.
Page 6: Chapter 1. Get To Know About Your Router
Chapter Get to Know About Your Router This chapter introduces what the router can do and shows its appearance. It contains the following sections: • Product Overview • Panel Layout...
Page 7: Product Overview
Ethernet ports supply high-speed connection to your wired devices. Moreover, it is simple and convenient to set up and use the TP-Link router due to its intuitive web interface and the powerful Tether app.
Page 8: The Side And Back Panel
Chapter 1 Get to Know About Your Router LED Explanation Name Status Indication Pulsing The system is starting up orange Solid white The router is working normally. No internet connection. Orange The router is connected to the internet, but the Wi-Fi is off. The firmware is being upgraded, WPS connection is being Pulsing established or the router is being reset.
Page 9 Chapter 1 Get to Know About Your Router The following parts (view from left to right) are located on the rear panel. Item Description USB 3.0 Ports For connecting your USB storage device or USB printer to the router. Use a pin to press and hold this button until the LED blinks to reset the router Reset Button to its factory default settings.
Page 10: Chapter 2. Connect The Hardware
Chapter Connect the Hardware This chapter contains the following sections: • Position Your Router • Connect Your Router...
Page 11: Position Your Router
Chapter 2 Connect the Hardware 2. 1. Position Your Router • The router should not be located in a place where it will be exposed to moisture or excessive heat. • Place the router in a location where it can be connected to multiple devices as well as to a power source.
Page 12 Chapter 2 Connect the Hardware 1. Connect the modem to your router’s Internet port with an Ethernet cable. 2. Turn on the modem, and then wait about 2 minutes for it to restart. 3. Connect the power adapter to the router and turn on the router. 4.
Page 13 Chapter 2 Connect the Hardware WLAN TP-Link_2017 TP-Link_Home My Home My Network close to Home Network TP-Link_Network TP-Link_Test...
Page 14: Chapter 3. Log In To Your Router
Chapter Log In to Your Router...
Page 15 • If the login window does not appear, please refer to the Section. • If you have registered a TP-Link ID and bound your cloud router to it, the login password you created here will be invalid. Please log in to the cloud router using your TP-Link ID.
Page 16: Chapter 4. Set Up Internet Connection
Furthermore, you can also set up an IPv6 connection if your ISP provides IPv6 service. It contains the following sections: • Use Quick Setup Wizard • Quick Setup via Bluetooth with TP-Link Tether App • Manually Set Up Your Internet Connection • Set Up the Router as an Access Point •...
Page 17: Use Quick Setup Wizard
• To learn more about the TP-Link Cloud service, please refer to the TP-Link Cloud Service section. • If you do not want to register a TP-Link ID now, you may click Log In Later to proceed. • If you have changed the preset wireless network name (SSID) and wireless password during the Quick Setup process, all your wireless devices must use the new SSID and password to connect to the router.
Page 18: Manually Set Up Your Internet Connection
ISP. Follow the steps below to check or modify your internet connection settings. 1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router.
Page 19 Chapter 4 Set Up Internet Connection Note: If you are unsure of what your connection type is, click Auto Detect. Since different connection types require different cables and connection information, you can also refer to the demonstrations in Step 4 to determine your connection type.
Page 20 Chapter 4 Set Up Internet Connection 3 ) If you choose PPPoE, enter the Username Password provided by your ISP. PPPoE users usually have DSL cable modems. 4 ) If you choose L2TP, enter the Username Password and choose the Secondary Connection provided by your ISP.
Page 21 Chapter 4 Set Up Internet Connection 5 ) If you choose PPTP, enter the Username and Password, and choose the Secondary Connection provided by your ISP. Different parameters are needed according to the Secondary Connection you have chosen. 5. Click Save. 6.
Page 22: Set Up The Router As An Access Point
Set Up the Router as an Access Point The router can work as an access point, transforming your existing wired network to a wireless one. 1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router. 2. Go to Advanced >...
Page 23 Chapter 4 Set Up Internet Connection 3. After rebooting, connect the router to your existing wired router via an Ethernet cable. 4. Connect to the Wi-Fi of the router and log in again to the web management page http://tplinkwifi.net, and click Quick Setup.
Page 24: Set Up An Ipv6 Internet Connection
Your ISP provides information about one of the following IPv6 internet connection types: PPPoE, Dynamic IP(SLAAC/DHCPv6), Static IP, 6to4 tunnel, Pass-Through (Bridge). 1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router.
Page 25 Chapter 4 Set Up Internet Connection Dynamic IP (SLAAC/DHCPv6): Click Advanced to input further information if your ISP requires. Click Save. PPPoE: By default, the router uses the IPv4 account to connect to the IPv6 server. Click Advanced to input further information if your ISP requires. Click Save and then click Connect.
Page 26 Chapter 4 Set Up Internet Connection 6to4 Tunnel: An IPv4 internet connection type is a prerequisite for this connection type (Manually Set Up Your Internet Connection). Click Advanced input further information if your ISP requires. Click Save and then click Connect. Pass-Through (Bridge): Click Save...
Page 27: Set Up Wan Aggregation
Note: Before enabling this feature, make sure that your ISP supports WAN Aggregation and your modem has two WAN ports. 1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router. 2. Go to Advanced >...
Page 28 Chapter 4 Set Up Internet Connection 4. Connect the router’s WAN port and LAN1 port to your modem’s two WAN ports with two Ethernet cables.
Page 29: Chapter 5. Tp-Link Cloud Service
TP-Link Cloud service provides a better way to manage your cloud devices. Log in to your router with a TP-Link ID, and you can easily monitor and manage your home network when you are out and about via the Tether app. To ensure that your router stays new and gets better over time, the TP-Link Cloud will notify you when an important firmware upgrade is avaliable.
Page 30: Register A Tp-Link Id
IDs. • Once the router is bound to your TP-Link ID, you need to log in to the router with the TP-Link ID. • Once you have registered a TP-Link ID on the web management page, you can only register another TP-Link ID via the Tether APP.
Page 31: Manage The User Tp-Link Ids
2. Enter the current password, then a new password twice. And click Save. 5. 3. Manage the User TP-Link IDs The TP-Link ID used to log in to the router for the first time will be automatically bound as the Admin account.
Page 32: Add Tp-Link Id To Manage The Router
3. Click , enter another TP-Link ID as needed and click Save. Note: If you need another TP-Link ID, please register a new one via the Tether app. Refer to Manage the Router via the TP-Link Tether App to install the app and register a new TP-Link ID.
Page 33: Manage The Router Via The Tp-Link Tether App
QR code to download and install the app. 2. Connect your device to the router’s wireless network. 3. Launch the Tether app, select the model of your router and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router.
Page 34: Chapter 6. Guest Network
Chapter Guest Network This function allows you to provide Wi-Fi access for guests without disclosing your main network. When you have guests in your house, apartment, or workplace, you can create a guest network for them. In addition, you can customize guest network options to ensure network security and privacy.
Page 35: Create A Network For Guests
Chapter 6 Guest Network 6. 1. Create a Network for Guests 1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router. 2. Go to Advanced > Guest Network. Locate the Wireless section.
Page 36: Customize Guest Network Options
1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router.
Page 37 Chapter 6 Guest Network 2. Go to Advanced > Guest Network. Locate the Settings section. 3. Customize guest network options according to your needs. • Allow guests to see each other Tick this checkbox if you want to allow the wireless clients on your guest network to communicate with each other via methods such as network neighbors and Ping.
Page 38: Chapter 7. Usb Settings
Chapter USB Settings This chapter describes how to use the USB ports to share files, media and a printer from the USB storage devices over your home network locally, or remotely through the internet. The router supports USB external flash drives, hard drives and USB printers. It contains the following sections: •...
Page 39: Access The Usb Storage Device
Chapter 7 USB Settings 7. 1. Access the USB Storage Device Insert your USB storage device into the router’s USB port and then access files stored there locally or remotely. Tips: • If you use USB hubs, make sure no more than 4 devices are connected to the router. •...
Page 40: Access The Usb Device Remotely
Chapter 7 USB Settings Open the Windows Explorer (or go to Computer) and type the server address \\tplinkwifi.net ftp://tplinkwifi.net in the address bar, then press Enter. Windows computer 1 ) Select > Connect to Server. 2 ) Type the server address smb://tplinkwifi.net. 3 ) Click Connect.
Page 41 Note: If your ISP assigns a private WAN IP address (such as 192.168.x.x or 10.x.x.x), you cannot use this feature because private addresses are not routed on the Internet. Follow the steps below to configure remote access settings. 1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router. 2. Go to Advanced >...
Page 42: Customize The Access Settings
1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router.
Page 43 Chapter 7 USB Settings 2. Now you can access the USB disk by visiting \\MyShare (for Windows) or smb:// MyShare (for Mac). ¾ To only share specific content: 1. Focus on the Sharing Contents and Security section. Click the button to specify sharing folders and click Save.
Page 44: Media Sharing
Chapter 7 USB Settings ¾ To set up authentication for data security: You can set up authentication for your USB device so that network clients will be required to enter username and password when accessing the USB disk. In the Sharing Contents and Security part, enable Access...
Page 45: Printer Sharing
USB LED becomes solid on. 3. Install the TP-Link USB Printer Controller Utility TP-Link USB Printer Controller Utility helps you access the shared printer. Download and install the utility on each computer that needs printer service. 1 ) Visit http://www.tp-link.com/app/usb/.
Page 46 (for Windows users) or Mac Utility to download the installation file and uncompress it. 3 ) Open the uncompressed folder, then click TP-Link USB Printer Controller Setup (for Windows users) or TP-Link UDS Printer Controller Installer (for Mac users) to install the utility.
Page 47 Chapter 7 USB Settings Windows 4 ) Select the printer you share, then click Apply. Windows...
Page 48 Windows Tips: The Print Server also allows different clients to share the scan feature of MFPs (Multi-Function Printers). To scan with TP-Link USB Printer Controller, right-click the printer and select Network Scanner. Then, a scanning window will pop up. Finish the scanning process by following on-screen instructions.
Page 49: Time Machine
Time Machine backs up all files on your Mac computer to a USB storage device connected to your router. 1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router. 2. Go to Advanced >...
Page 50: Chapter 8. Homecare - Parental Controls, Qos, Antivirus
Chapter HomeCare – Parental Controls, QoS, Antivirus TP-Link HomeCare powered by Trend Micro provides a kit of features to help you create a personalized network that caters for the whole family. You can ensure appropriate internet access for everyone with Parental Controls, save bandwidth for the things that matter with QoS and keep your network secure with built-in Antivirus.
Page 51: Parental Controls
2 hours every day and block internet access during bed time (10 PM to 7 AM) on weekdays. How can I 1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or do that? the password you set for the router.
Page 52 Chapter 8 HomeCare – Parental Controls, QoS, Antivirus Note: Only devices that have previously been connected to your router’s network are listed here. If you are unable to find the device you want to add, connect it to your network and then try again. 4 ) Click Next.
Page 53: Scenario 2: Monitoring Internet Usage
Check which websites my child has visited and how much time I want to: they have spent online recently. How can I 1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or do that? the password you set for the router.
Page 54: Qos
Ensure a fast connection while I play online games with friends on my computer for the next 2 hours. How can I 1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or do that? the password you set for the router.
Page 55: Antivirus
Chapter 8 HomeCare – Parental Controls, QoS, Antivirus 3. In the Application Priority tab, click Gaming to prioritize this online activity. The default is Standard, with no application prioritized. 4. In the Device Priority tab, find your computer and toggle on Priority.
Page 56 Prevents infected devices from sending your sensitive information to clients outside your network or spreading security threats. ¾ To access your router’s Antivirus settings: 1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router. 2. Go to Basic >...
Page 57: Chapter 9. Network Security
Chapter Network Security This chapter guides you on how to protect your home network from cyber attacks and unauthorized users by implementing these three network security functions. You can protect your home network against DoS (Denial of Service) attacks from flooding your network with server requests using DoS Protection, block or allow specific client devices to access your network using Access Control, or you can prevent ARP spoofing and ARP attacks using IP &...
Page 58: Protect The Network From Cyber Attacks
This function is enabled by default. 1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router. 2. Go to Advanced >...
Page 59 Chapter 9 Network Security 2 ) Select the device(s) to be blocked in the Online Devices table by ticking the checkbox(es). 3 ) Click Block above the Online Devices table. The selected devices will be added to Devices in Blacklist automatically.
Page 60: Ip & Mac Binding
Binding list, but unrecognized MAC address. I want to: Prevent ARP spoofing and ARP attacks. How can I 1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or do that? the password you set for the router. 2. Go to Advanced >...
Page 61: Chapter 10. Nat Forwarding
The TP-Link router supports four forwarding rules. If two or more rules are set, the priority of implementation from high to low is Virtual Servers, Port Triggering, UPNP and DMZ.
Page 62: Share Local Resources On The Internet By Virtual Servers
How can I 1. Assign a static IP address to your PC, for example do that? 192.168.0.100. 2. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router. 3. Go to Advanced >...
Page 63: Open Ports Dynamically By Port Triggering
VoIPs, video players and common applications including MSN Gaming Zone, Dialpad and Quick Time 4 players, etc. Follow the steps below to configure the Port Triggering rules: 1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router. 2. Go to Advanced >...
Page 64: Make Applications Free From Port Restriction By Dmz
Chapter 10 NAT Forwarding 3. Click View Existing Applications, and select the desired application. The Triggering Port, External Port Protocol will be automatically filled in. The following picture takes application MSN Gaming Zone as an example. 4. Click OK. Tips: •...
Page 65: Make Xbox Online Games Run Smoothly By Upnp
How can I 1. Assign a static IP address to your PC, for example do that? 192.168.0.100. 2. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router. 3. Go to Advanced >...
Page 66 Therefore, you can play Xbox online games without a hitch. Internet XBOX Router If necessary, you can follow the steps to change the status of UPnP. 1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router. 2. Go to Advanced >...
Page 67: Chapter 11. Vpn Server
Chapter VPN Server The VPN (Virtual Private Networking) Server allows you to access your home network in a secured way through internet when you are out of home. The router offers two ways to setup VPN connection: OpenVPN and PPTP (Point to Point Tunneling Protocol) VPN. OpenVPN is somewhat complex but with greater security and more stable.
Page 68: Use Openvpn To Access Your Home Network
VPN client software on the remote device. Please follow the steps below to set up an OpenVPN connection. Step1. Set up OpenVPN Server on Your Router 1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router. 2. Go to Advanced >...
Page 69: Use Pptp Vpn To Access Your Home Network
Please follow the steps below to set up a PPTP VPN connection. Step 1. Set up PPTP VPN Server on Your Router 1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router. 2. Go to Advanced >...
Page 70 Chapter 11 VPN Server Note: Before you enable Server, we recommend you configure Dynamic DNS Service (recommended) or assign a static IP address for router’s WAN port and synchronize your System Time with internet. 3. In the Client IP Address filed, enter the range of IP addresses (up to 10) that can be leased to the devices by the PPTP VPN server.
Page 71 Chapter 11 VPN Server 2 ) Enter the Username Password to authenticate devices to the PPTP VPN Server. 3 ) Click OK. Step 2. Configure PPTP VPN Connection on Your Remote Device The remote device can use the Windows built-in PPTP software or a third-party PPTP software to connect to PPTP Server.
Page 72 Chapter 11 VPN Server 4. Select Use my Internet connection (VPN). 5. Enter the internet IP address of the router (for example: 218.18.1.73) in the Internet address field. Click Next.
Page 73 Chapter 11 VPN Server 6. Enter the User name Password you have set for the PPTP VPN server on your router, and click Connect. 7. The PPTP VPN connection is created and ready to use.
Page 74 Chapter 11 VPN Server...
Page 75: Chapter 12. Customize Your Network Settings
Chapter Customize Your Network Settings This chapter guides you on how to configure advanced network features. It contains the following sections: • Change the LAN Settings • Set Up Link Aggregation • Configure to Support IPTV Service • Specify DHCP Server Settings •...
Page 76: Change The Lan Settings
If the IP address conflicts with another device on your local network or your network requires a specific IP subnet, you can change it. 1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router. 2. Go to Advanced >...
Page 77: Configure To Support Iptv Service
Configure IPTV setup to enable Internet/IPTV/Phone service provided by my internet service provider (ISP). How can 1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or I do that? the password you set for the router. 2. Go to Advanced >...
Page 78: Specify Dhcp Server Settings
IP Address Pool. You can change the settings of the DHCP Server if necessary, and you can reserve LAN IP addresses for specified client devices. 1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router.
Page 79: Set Up A Dynamic Dns Service Account
IP address. Note: DDNS does not work if the ISP assigns a private WAN IP address (such as 192.168.1.x) to the router. 1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router.
Page 80 Chapter 12 Customize Your Network Settings Note: To enjoy TP-Link’s DDNS service, you have to log in with a TP-Link ID. If you have not logged in with one, click 4. Click Register in the Domain Name List if you have selected TP-Link, and enter the Domain Name as needed.
Page 81: Create Static Routes
Chapter 12 Customize Your Network Settings 5. Click Login and Save. Tips: If you want to use a new DDNS account, please click Logout first, and then log in with a new account. 12. 6. Create Static Routes Static routing is a form of routing that is configured manually by a network administrator or a user by adding entries into a routing table.
Page 82 1. Change the routers’ LAN IP addresses to two different IP I do that? addresses on the same subnet. Disable Router B’s DHCP function. 2. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for Router A. 3. Go to Advanced >...
Page 83: Specify Wireless Settings
The preset SSID and password can be found on the label of the router. You can customize the wireless settings according to your needs. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router.
Page 84 Chapter 12 Customize Your Network Settings ¾ To use the smart connect function: The smart connect function lets you to enjoy a more high-speed network by assigning your devices to best wireless bands based on actual conditions to balance network demands.
Page 85: Use Wps For Wireless Connection
Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) provides an easier approach to set up a security-protected Wi-Fi connection. 1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router. 2. Make sure the Wi-Fi of your router is on and go to Advanced >...
Page 86: Connect Via The Client's Pin
The wireless network can be automatically off at a specific time when you do not need the wireless connection. 1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router. 2. Go to Advanced >...
Page 87 Chapter 12 Customize Your Network Settings Note: • The Effective Time Schedule is based on the time of the router. You can go to Advanced > System Tools > Time Settings to modify the time. • The wireless network will be automatically turned on after the time period you set.
Page 88: Chapter 13. Manage The Router
Chapter Manage the Router This chapter will show you the configuration for managing and maintaining your router. It contains the following sections: • Set Up System Time • Control the LED • Test the Network Connectivity • Test Your Internet Speed •...
Page 89: Set Up System Time
Parental Controls. You can choose the way to obtain the system time as needed. 1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router.
Page 90 Chapter 13 Manage the Router 2. The time of your computer will then be displayed and click Save. ¾ To manually set the date and time: 1. In the Set Time field, select Manually. 2. Set the current Date MM/DD/YYYY format).
Page 91: Control The Led
The LED of the router indicates its activities and status. You can enable the Night Mode feature to specify a time period during which the LED is off. 1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router.
Page 92 Chapter 13 Manage the Router 2. Go to Advanced > System Tools > Diagnostics. 3. Enter the information with the help of page tips: 1 ) Choose Ping Traceroute as the diagnostic tool to test the connectivity; • Ping is used to test the connectivity between the router and the tested host, and measure the round-trip time.
Page 93: Test Your Internet Speed
¾ To test your internet speed: 1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router. 2. Go to Basic >...
Page 94: Upgrade The Firmware
Do NOT turn off the router during the firmware upgrade. 13. 5. 1. Online Upgrade 1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router. 2. When the latest firmware is available for your router, the update icon will display in the top-right corner of the page.
Page 95: Manual Upgrade
Firmware Upgrade page. 13. 5. 2. Manual Upgrade 1. Download the latest firmware file for the router from www.tp-link.com. 2. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router. 3. Go to Advanced >...
Page 96 • During the resetting process, do not turn off the router. • After reset, you can still use the current login password or the TP-Link ID to log in to the web management page. ¾ To reset the router to factory default settings: 1.
Page 97: Set The Router To Reboot Regularly
The account management feature allows you to change your login password of the web management page. Note: If you are using a TP-Link ID to log in to the web management page, the account management feature will be disabled. To manage the TP-Link ID, go to Basic >...
Page 98: Password Recovery
This feature allows you to recover the login password you set for you router in case you forget it. Note: If you are using a TP-Link ID to log in to the web management page, the Password Recovery feature will be disabled. To manage the TP-Link ID, go to Basic >...
Page 99: Local Management
This feature allows you to limit the number of client devices on your LAN from accessing the router by using the MAC address-based authentication. 1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router.
Page 100: Remote Management
OK. 13. 11. Remote Management This feature allows you to control remote devices’ authority to manage the router. 1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router. 2. Go to Advanced >...
Page 101: System Log
When the router does not work normally, you can save the system log and send it to the technical support for troubleshooting. ¾ To save the system log locally: 1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router. 2. Go to Advanced >...
Page 102 It would be great if the system logs could be sent to my mailbox at 8 a.m. every day. 1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router.
Page 103: Monitor The Internet Traffic Statistics
The Traffic Statistics page displays the network traffic of the LAN, WAN and WLAN sent and received packets, allowing you to monitor the volume of internet traffic statistics. 1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router.
Page 104 Chapter 13 Manage the Router 3. Toggle on Traffic Monitor, and then you can monitor the traffic usage of all the connected devices or a single device.
Page 105: Faq
Q2. What should I do if I forget my web management password? • If you are using a TP-Link ID to log in, or you have enabled the Password Recovery feature of the router, click...
Page 106 4 ) Click LAN settings and deselect the following three options and click OK. 5 ) Go to Advanced > Restore advanced settings, click to save the settings.
Page 107 • Use another web browser or computer to log in again. • Reset the router to factory default settings and try again. If login still fails, please contact the technical support. Note: You’ll need to reconfigure the router to surf the internet once the router is reset. Q4.
Page 108 WDS bridging function can be enabled either in 2.4GHz frequency or 5GHz frequency for a dual-band router. We use the WDS bridging function in 2.4GHz frequency as example. 1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router.
Page 109 Run, it means WDS bridging is successfully built. Q6. What should I do if I cannot access the internet even though the configuration is finished? 1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router. 2. Go to Advanced >...
Page 110 1 ) Go to Advanced > Network > DHCP Server. 2 ) Enter 8.8.8.8 as Primary DNS, click Save. Tips: 8.8.8.8 is a safe and public DNS server operated by Google. • Restart the modem and the router. 1 ) Power off your modem and router, and leave them off for 1 minute. 2 ) Power on your modem first, and wait about 2 minutes until it gets a solid cable or Internet light.
Page 111 • Modify the LAN IP address of the router. Note: Most TP-Link routers use 192.168.0.1/192.168.1.1 as their default LAN IP address, which may conflict with the IP range of your existing ADSL modem/router. If so, the router is not able to communicate with your modem and you can’t access the internet.
Page 112 1 ) Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router. 2 ) Go to Advanced > Network > LAN. 3 ) Modify the LAN IP address as the follow picture shows. Here we take 192.168.2.1 as an example.
Page 113 1 ) If you see the message Windows cannot configure this wireless connection, this is usually because windows configuration utility is disabled or you are running another wireless configuration tool to connect the wireless. 2 ) Exit the wireless configuration tool (the TP-Link Utility, for example).
Page 114 3 ) Select and right click on My Computer on desktop, select Manage to open Computer Management window. 4 ) Expand Services and Applications > Services, find and locate Wireless Zero Configuration in the Services list on the right side. 5 ) Right click Wireless Zero Configuration, and then select Properties.
Page 115 2 ) If you cannot find the PIN or PIN failed, you may choose Connecting using a security key instead, and then type in the Wireless Password/Network Security Key. 3 ) If it continues to show note of Network Security Key Mismatch, it is suggested to confirm the wireless password of your wireless router.
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Page 117 Component Name Model HKA06012050-7G I.T.E. Power Responsible party: TP-Link USA Corporation, d/b/a TP-Link North America, Inc. Address: 145 South State College Blvd. Suite 400, Brea, CA 92821 Website: http://www.tp-link.com/us/ Tel: +1 626 333 0234 Fax: +1 909 527 6803 E-mail: sales.usa@tp-link.com This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Page 118 We, TP-Link USA Corporation, has determined that the equipment shown as above has been shown to comply with the applicable technical standards, FCC part 15. There is no unauthorized change is made in the equipment and the equipment is properly maintained and operated.
Page 119 Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. We, TP-Link USA Corporation, has determined that the equipment shown as above has been shown to comply with the applicable technical standards, FCC part 15.
Page 120 5250 MHz -5350 MHz (23dBm) 5470 MHz -5725 MHz (30dBm) 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.
Page 121 Le présent émetteur radio (IC: 8853A-C5400X/Model: Archer C5400X) a été approuvé par Industrie Canada pour fonctionner avec les types d’antenne énumérés ci-dessous et ayant un gain admissible maximal.
Page 122 priorité) pour les bandes 5725-5850 MHz et que ces radars pourraient causer du brouillage et/ou des dommages aux dispositifs LAN-EL. Radiation Exposure Statement: This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator &...
Page 123 限用物質含有情況標示聲明書限用物質及其化學符號鉛鎘汞六價鉻多溴聯苯多溴二苯醚產品元件名稱 CrVI PBDE ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ 外殼 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ − 電源適配器 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ 備考1. "超出0.1 wt %" 及 "超出0.01 wt %" 系指限用物質之百分比含量超出百分比含量基準值。...
Page 124 Explanations of the symbols on the product label Symbol Explanation DC voltage Indoor use only RECYCLING This product bears the selective sorting symbol for Waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE). This means that this product must be handled pursuant to European directive 2012/19/EU in order to be recycled or dismantled to minimize its impact on the environment.

TP-Link Archer C5400X User Manual

Chapter 1. Get to Know about Your Router

Chapter 2. Connect the Hardware

Chapter 3. Log in to Your Router

Chapter 4. Set up Internet Connection

Chapter 5. TP-Link Cloud Service

Chapter 6. Guest Network

Chapter 7. USB Settings

Chapter 8. Homecare - Parental Controls, Qos, Antivirus

Chapter 9. Network Security

Chapter 10. NAT Forwarding

Chapter 11. VPN Server

Chapter 12. Customize Your Network Settings

Chapter 13. Manage the Router

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