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  • Page 1 User Guide AX5400 Wi-Fi 6 Router Archer AX72 © 2021 TP-Link 1910013025 REV1.0.0...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    5. 4. Manage the Router via the TP-Link Tether App ......26 Chapter 6 Wireless Settings 6.
  • Page 3 6. 3. 2. Connect via the Router’s PIN ......... 32 6.
  • Page 4 13. 2. Use PPTP VPN to Access Your Home Network ......70 Chapter 14 Customize Your Network Settings 14.

  • 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 https://www.tp-link.com. TP-Link Community is provided for you to discuss our products and share knowledge at https://community.tp-link.com. Our Technical Support contact information can be found at the...
  • Page 6 *Maximum wireless signal rates are the physical rates derived from IEEE Standard 802.11 specifications. Actual wireless data throughput and wireless coverage are not guaranteed and will vary as a result of 1) environmental factors, including building materials, physical objects, and obstacles, 2) network conditions, including local interference, volume and density of traffic, product location, network complexity, and network overhead, and 3) client limitations, including rated performance, location, connection, quality, and client condition.

  • Page 7: 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 chapter contains the following sections: • Product Overview • Appearance...

  • Page 8: Product Overview

    1024QAM improve throughput by 4 times and dramatically increase the whole network capacity and efficiency. It’s also backwards compatible with 802.11a/b/g/n/ac. 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 9: Back Panel

    Chapter 1 Get to Know About Your Router Name Status Indication The 5 GHz wireless band is enabled. (5 GHz Wireless) The 5 GHz wireless band is disabled. Green On Internet service is available. The router’s Internet port is connected, but the internet service Orange On is not available.

  • Page 10: Side Panel

    Chapter 1 Get to Know About Your Router Item Description Press this WPS button, and immediately press the WPS button on your client WPS Button device to start the WPS process. The LED of the router should change from blinking to solid on, indicating successful WPS connection. Press and hold the Wi-Fi button for more than 2 seconds to turn on or off the Wi-Fi Button wireless function of your router.

  • Page 11: Chapter 2 Connect The Hardware

    Chapter Connect the Hardware This chapter contains the following sections: • Position Your Router • Connect Your Router...

  • Page 12: Position Your Router

    Chapter 2 Connect the Hardware Position Your Router • The product 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 13 Chapter 2 Connect the Hardware Internet 1. Connect the powered-off modem to the router’s WAN 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 14 WPS. 1 ) Tap the WPS icon on the device’s screen. Here we take an Android phone for instance. 2 ) Within two minutes, press the WPS button on your router. WLAN TP-Link MyHome David HomeNetwork TP-Link_Home...

  • Page 15: Chapter 3 Log In To Your Router

    Chapter Log In to Your Router...
  • Page 16 Chapter 3 Log In to Your Router With a web-based utility, it is easy to configure and manage the router. The web-based utility can be used on any Windows, Mac OS or UNIX OS with a Web browser, such as Microsoft Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox or Apple Safari.

  • Page 17: 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 TP-Link Tether App • Manually Set Up Your Internet Connection • Set Up the Router as an Access Point •...

  • Page 18: 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 Skip 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 19: 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 20 Chapter 4 Set Up Internet Connection 2 ) If you choose Static IP, enter the information provided by your ISP in the corresponding fields. 3 ) If you choose PPPoE, enter the username password provided by your ISP. PPPoE users usually have DSL cable modems.
  • Page 21 Chapter 4 Set Up Internet Connection 4 ) If you choose L2TP, enter the username password and choose the Secondary Connection provided by your ISP. Different parameters are needed according to the Secondary Connection you have chosen. 5 ) If you choose PPTP, enter the username and password, and choose the Secondary Connection...

  • 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 2. Go to Advanced > IPv6. 3. Enable IPv6 and select the internet connection type provided by your ISP. Tips: If you do not know what your internet connection type is, contact your ISP or judge according to the already known information provided by your ISP.
  • Page 24 Chapter 4 Set Up Internet Connection Note: If your ISP provides two separate accounts for the IPv4 and IPv6 connections, manually enter the username and password for the IPv6 connection. 6to4 Tunnel: An IPv4 internet connection type is a prerequisite for this connection type (Manually Set Up Your Internet Connection).
  • Page 25 Chapter 4 Set Up Internet Connection 5. Configure LAN ports. Windows users are recommended to choose from the first two types. Fill in Address Prefix provided by your ISP, and click SAVE. 6. Click Status to check whether you have successfully set up an IPv6 connection. Tips: Visit the section if there is no internet connection.

  • Page 26: 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 available.

  • Page 27: Register A Tp-Link Id

    Manage the User TP-Link IDs. • 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. Please refer to Manage the Router via the TP-Link Tether App to install the app.

  • Page 28: Manage The User Tp-Link Ids

    Password. 2. Enter the current password, then a new password twice. And click SAVE. 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...

  • Page 29: 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 30: Manage The Router Via The Tp-Link Tether App

    5. Manage your router as needed. Note: If you need to remotely access your router from your smart devices, you need to: • Log in with your TP-Link ID. If you don’t have one, refer to Register a TP-Link • Make sure your smartphone or tablet can access the internet with cellular data or a Wi-Fi network.

  • Page 31: Chapter 6 Wireless Settings

    Chapter Wireless Settings This chapter guides you on how to configure the wireless settings. It contains the following sections: • Specify Wireless Settings • Schedule Your Wireless Function • Use WPS for Wireless Connection • Advanced Wireless Settings...

  • Page 32: 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. 1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router.
  • Page 33 Chapter 6 Wireless Settings 1. Go to Advanced > Wireless > Wireless Settings. 2. Enable Smart Connect. 3. Keep the default values or set a new SSID and password, and click SAVE. This SSID and password will be applied for the 2.4GHz and 5GHz wireless networks. If you want to configure the wireless settings separately for each band, untick the checkbox to disable this feature.

  • Page 34: Schedule Your Wireless Function

    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 35: 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 36: Connect Via The Router's Pin

    Chapter 6 Wireless Settings 6 3 2 Connect via the Router’s PIN Select Router’s PIN Method 1 to enable Router’s PIN. You can use the default PIN or generate a new one. Note: PIN (Personal Identification Number) is an eight-character identification number preset to each router. WPS supported devices can connect to your router with the PIN.
  • Page 37 Chapter 6 Wireless 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 > Wireless > Additional Settings. 3. Configure advanced wireless settings. • - WMM function can guarantee the packets with high-priority messages being transmitted preferentially.

  • Page 38: Chapter 7 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 39: Create A Network For Guests

    Chapter 7 Guest Network 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 > Wireless > Guest Network or click Wireless on the top page. Locate Guest Network section.

  • Page 40: Customize Guest Network Options

    Chapter 7 Guest Network 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. 2. Go to Advanced > Wireless >Guest Network. Locate the Guest Permissions section. 3. Customize guest network options according to your needs.

  • Page 41: Chapter 8 Usb Settings

    Chapter USB Settings This chapter describes how to use the USB ports to share files and media from the USB storage devices over your home network locally, or remotely through the internet. The router supports USB external flash drives and hard drives. It contains the following sections: •...

  • Page 42: Access The Usb Storage Device

    Chapter 8 USB Settings 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 43: Access The Usb Device Remotely

    Chapter 8 USB Settings • Method 2: 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 44 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. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router. Go to Advanced >...

  • Page 45: Customize The Access Settings

    Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router.
  • Page 46 Chapter 8 USB Settings Now you can access the USB storage device by visiting \\MyShare (for Windows) or smb://MyShare (for Mac). • To Only Share Specific Content Focus on the File Sharing section. Specify sharing folders that you want to share and click SAVE.

  • Page 47: Media Sharing

    USB storage device directly from DLNA-supported devices, such as your computer, tablet and PS2/3/4. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router. Go to Advanced >...

  • Page 48: Time Machine

    Time Machine Time Machine backs up all files on your Mac computer to a USB storage device connected to your router. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router. Go to Advanced >...
  • Page 49 Chapter 8 USB Settings Tick the checkbox to enable Time Machine. Click Select to select a location for Time Machine backups. Set the Size Limit for Backups. Note: 0 means no limit for the space. Click SAVE.

  • Page 50: Chapter 9 Homeshield

    Customize your home network with enhanced security using a kit of features built in TP-Link HomeShield. Whether protecting your sensitive data or limiting the access of kids and guests, TP-Link HomeShield provides you the tools you need to fully manage your network.

  • Page 51: Network Security

    To use this feature, download Tether to enjoy the HomeShield service 1. Scan the QR code or get the Tether app from the Apple App Store or Google Play. 2. Launch the Tether app and log in with your TP-Link ID. If you don’t have an account, create one first.

  • Page 52: Network Analysis & Optimization

    To use this feature, download Tether to enjoy the HomeShield service 1. Scan the QR code or get the Tether app from the Apple App Store or Google Play. 2. Launch the Tether app and log in with your TP-Link ID. If you don’t have an account, create one first.
  • Page 53 Chapter 9 HomeShield 2. Launch the Tether app and log in with your TP-Link ID. If you don’t have an account, create one first. 3. Log in to your router and tap the HomeShield tab to use this feature.

  • Page 54: Chapter 10 Onemesh With Seamless Roaming

    Chapter OneMesh with Seamless Roaming This chapter introduces the TP-Link OneMesh feature. It contains the following sections: • Set Up a OneMesh Network • Manage Devices in the OneMesh Network...

  • Page 55: Set Up A Onemesh Network

    Tether app or at your router’s web management page. 10 1 Set Up a OneMesh Network 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 56 The extender will be listed on the router’s OneMesh page. Note: To check full list of TP-Link OneMesh devices, visit https://www.tp-link.com/onemesh/compatibility. 5. If you have set up the extender to join the OneMesh network, it will be listed on the router’s OneMesh page.

  • Page 57: Manage Devices In The Onemesh Network

    In a OneMesh network, you can manage all mesh devices and connected clients on your router’s web page. • To view mesh devices and connected clients in the network: 1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router. 2. Go to Network Map.
  • Page 58 Chapter 10 OneMesh with Seamless Roaming 4. Manage the OneMesh device as needed. You can: • Change device information. • Click Manage Device to redirect to the web management page of this device. • Click Leave OneMesh to delete this device from the OneMesh network.

  • Page 59: Chapter 11 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 from cyber attacks, 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 60: Protect The Network From Cyber Attacks

    Block or allow specific client devices to access my network (via wired or wireless). How can I do that? 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 61 Chapter 11 Network Security 2 ) Click and select devices you want to be blocked and Click ADD. 3 ) The Operation Succeeded message will appear on the screen, which means the selected devices have been successfully added to the blacklist. To allow specific device(s): 1 ) Select Whitelist...

  • Page 62: Ip & Mac Binding

    Chapter 11 Network Security 3 ) The Operation Succeeded message will appear on the screen, which means the selected devices have been successfully added to the whitelist. • Add unconnected devices 1 ) Click Manually. 2 ) Enter the Device Name MAC Address of the device you want to be allowed and click ADD.
  • Page 63 Chapter 11 Network Security I want to: Prevent ARP spoofing and ARP attacks. How can I do that? 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: Alg

    SIP ALG. 1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router.

  • Page 65: Chapter 12 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 Port Forwarding, Port Triggering, UPNP and DMZ.

  • Page 66: Share Local Resources On The Internet By Port Forwarding

    WAN: 218.18.232.154 How can I do that? 1 Assign a static IP address to your PC, for example 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 67 Chapter 12 NAT Forwarding 5 Click VIEW COMMON SERVICES and select HTTP. The External Port, Internal Port Protocol will be automatically filled in. 6 Click VIEW CONNECTED DEVICES and select your home PC. The Device IP Address will be automatically filled in. Or enter the PC’s IP address 192.168.0.100 manually in the Device IP Address field.

  • Page 68: 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 69: Make Applications Free From Port Restriction By Dmz

    Chapter 12 NAT Forwarding 4. Click SAVE. Tips: • You can add multiple port triggering rules according to your network need. • The triggering ports can not be overlapped. • If the application you need is not listed in the Existing Applications list, please enter the parameters manually. You should verify the external ports the application uses first and enter them into External Port field according to the...

  • Page 70: Make Xbox Online Games Run Smoothly By Upnp

    NAT Forwarding How can I do that? 1 Assign a static IP address to your PC, for example 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 71 Therefore, you can play Xbox online games without a hitch. INTERNET 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 72: Chapter 13 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 73: Use Openvpn To Access Your Home Network

    OpenVPN connection. INTERNET Home Network Router Remote Devices 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 > VPN Server >...

  • Page 74: 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.
  • Page 75 Chapter 13 VPN Server 2. Go to Advanced > VPN Server > PPTP, and tick the Enable box of PPTP. 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.
  • Page 76 Chapter 13 VPN Server 3 ) Click ADD. 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. Here we use the Windows built-in PPTP software as an example.
  • Page 77 Chapter 13 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 78 Chapter 13 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 79 Chapter 13 VPN Server...

  • Page 80: Chapter 14 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 • Configure to Support IPTV Service • Specify DHCP Server Settings • Set Up a Dynamic DNS Service Account •...

  • Page 81: 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 82 Chapter 14 Customize Your Network Settings 2 ) Click SAVE. 3 ) After configuring IGMP proxy, IPTV can work behind your router now. You can connect your set-top box to any of the router’s Ethernet port. If IGMP is not the technology your ISP applies to provide IPTV service: 1 ) Tick Enable IPTV/VLAN.

  • Page 83: 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 84: Set Up A Dynamic Dns Service Account

    NO-IP or DynDNS. If you don’t have a DDNS account, you have to register first by clicking Register Now. 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...

  • Page 85: Create Static Routes

    Chapter 14 Customize Your Network Settings If you have selected NO-IP or DynDNS, enter the username, password and domain name of your account. 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.
  • Page 86 1 Change the routers’ LAN IP addresses to two different IP 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 87 Chapter 14 Customize Your Network Settings Network Destination: The destination IP address that you want to assign to a static route. This IP address cannot be on the same subnet with the WAN IP or LAN IP of Router A. In the example, the IP address of the company network is the destination IP address, so here enter 172.30.30.1.

  • Page 88: Chapter 15 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: • Update the Firmware • Backup and Restore Configuration Settings • Change the Login Password • Password Recovery •...

  • Page 89: Update The Firmware

    Back up your router’s configurations before firmware update. • Do NOT turn off the router during the firmware update. 15 1 1 Auto Update 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 90: Local Update

    15 1 3 Local Update 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 91: Backup And Restore Configuration Settings

    Moreover, if necessary you can erase the current settings and reset the router to the default factory settings. 1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router.

  • Page 92: Change The Login Password

    Note: • 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. • To reset the router to factory default settings: 1.

  • Page 93: 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 Advanced >...

  • Page 94: 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 95: Remote Management

    5. Click SAVE. 15 6 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 96 Chapter 15 Manage the Router • Allow all devices to manage the router remotely: 1. Tick the Enable checkbox of Remote Management. 2. Keep the HTTPS and HTTP port as default settings (recommended) or enter a value between 1024 and 65535. 3.

  • Page 97: System Log

    When the router does not work normally, you can save the system log and send it to the technical support for troubleshooting. • 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 98 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 99: Test The Network Connectivity

    Chapter 15 Manage the Router Email From: Enter the email address used for sending the system log. 2 ) Select Require Password. Tips: Generally, Require Password should be selected if the login of the mailbox requires username and password. Username: Enter the email address used for sending the system log.
  • Page 100 Chapter 15 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 > System > Diagnostics. 3. Enter the information: 1 ) Choose Ping Traceroute as the diagnostic tool to test the connectivity;...

  • Page 101: Set System Time And Language

    System language is the language displayed when you log into the router. You can change the system language as needed. 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 102 Chapter 15 Manage the Router 4. In the NTP Server I field, enter the IP address or domain name of your desired NTP Server. 5. (Optional) In the NTP Server II field, enter the IP address or domain name of the second NTP Server.

  • Page 103: Set The Router To Reboot Regularly

    15 10 Set the Router to Reboot Regularly The Scheduled Reboot feature cleans the cache to enhance the running performance of 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 104: 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 105 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 Note: You’ll need to reconfigure the router to surf the internet once the router is reset. Q4 What should I do if I can’t access the internet even though the configuration is finished? Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router. Go to Advanced>...
  • Page 108 • 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 109 • 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 110 • Double check the internet connection type. 1 ) Confirm your internet connection type, which can be learned from the ISP. 2 ) Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router.
  • Page 111 2 ) Exit the wireless configuration tool (the TP-Link Utility, for example). 3 ) Select and right click on...
  • Page 112 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.
  • Page 113 Model Number: Archer AX72 Component Name Model NBS30D120250VU I.T.E. Power Supply Responsible party: TP-Link USA Corporation, d/b/a TP-Link North America, Inc. Address: 10 Mauchly, Irvine, CA 92618 Website: http://www.tp-link.com/us/ Tel: +1 626 333 0234 Fax: +1 909 527 6804 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 114 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 115 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 116 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, 2011/65/EU and (EU)2015/863. The original EU declaration of conformity may be found at https://www.tp-link.com/en/support/ce/...
  • Page 117 UK Declaration of Conformity TP-Link hereby declares that the device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the Radio Equipment Regulations 2017. The original UK Declaration of Conformity may be found at https://www.tp-link.com/support/ukca National Restrictions Attention: This device may only be used indoors in Great Britain.
  • Page 118 brouillage préjudiciable aux systèmes de satellites mobiles utilisant les mêmes canaux; Les produits utilisant la technique d’atténuation DFS (sélection dynamique des fréquences) sur les bandes 5250- 5350 MHz, 5470-5600MHz et 5650-5725MHz. Radiation Exposure Statement: This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.
  • Page 119 • 插槽與開口供通風使用，以確保本產品的操作可靠並防止過熱，請勿堵塞 或覆蓋開口。 • 請勿將本產品置放於靠近熱源的地方。除非有正常的通風，否則不可放在 密閉位置中。 • 請不要私自打開機殼，不要嘗試自行維修本產品，請由授權的專業人士進 行此項工作。 限用物質含有情況標示聲明書 設備名稱：AX5400 Wi-Fi 6 Router 型號（型式）：Archer AX72 Equipment name Type designation (Type) 限用物質及其化學符號 Restricted substances and its chemical symbols 單元 六價鉻 多溴聯苯 多溴二苯醚 鉛 汞 鎘 Ｕnit Hexavalent Polybrominated Polybrominated Lead Mercury Cadmium chromium...
  • Page 120 • Do not use any other chargers than those recommended • Do not use the device where wireless devices are not allowed. • Adapter shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible. • Use only power supplies which are provided by manufacturer and in the original packing of this product.

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