TP-Link Deco X95 - AX7800 Tri-Band Mesh Wi-Fi 6 System Manual

About This Guide

This guide provides a brief introduction to Deco Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi 6 System and the Deco app, as well as regulatory information.

Features available in Deco may vary by model and software version. Deco availability may also vary by region or ISP. All images, steps, and descriptions in this guide are only examples and may not reflect your actual Deco experience.

Conventions

In this guide, the following conventions are used:

Convention	Description
Deco	Stands for Deco Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi System/Unit.
Underline	Hyperlinks are in teal and underlined. You can click to redirect to a website or a specific section.
Teal	Key information appears in teal, including management page text such as menus, items, buttons and so on.
Note:	Ignoring this type of note might result in a malfunction or damage to the device.
Tips:	Indicates important information that helps you make better use of your device.

More Info

• Specific product information can be found on the product page at https://www.tp-link.com.
• A Technical Community is provided for you to discuss our products at https://community.tp-link.com.
• Our Technical Support contact information can be found at the Help center of the Deco app and the Contact Technical Support page at https://www.tp-link.com/support.
• Videos about how to configure the Deco can be found on the Setup Videos page at https://www.tp-link.com/support/setup-video/#deco

Speed/Coverage/Device Quantity Disclaimer

Maximum wireless signal rates are the physical rates derived from IEEE Standard 802.11 specifications. Actual wireless data throughput and wireless coverage, and quantity of connected devices are not guaranteed and will vary as a result of network conditions, client limitations, and environmental factors, including building materials, obstacles, volume and density of traffic, and client location.

MU-MIMO Disclaimer

Use of MU-MIMO requires clients to also support MU-MIMO.

IoT Compatibility Disclaimer

IoT compatibility refers only to smart devices that can be controlled via the Deco app. Other wireless devices can still connect to Deco for normal Wi-Fi use.

Seamless Roaming Disclaimer

Clients need to support 802.11k/v/r and may require additional set up. Performance may vary depending on the client device.

HomeShield Disclaimer

HomeShield includes the Free Basic Plan. Fees apply for the Pro Plan.
Visit tp-link.com/homeshield for more information.

Appearance

Each Deco has an LED that changes color according to its status, three RJ-45 Ethernet ports, a power slot, and a Reset button.
See the explanation below:
Tip: The product label can be found at the bottom of the product.

1. Yellow pulse: Deco is resetting.
   Yellow solid: Deco is starting up
2. Blue pulse: Deco is ready for setup or WPS in progress.
   Blue solid: Deco is setting up.
3. Green pulse: Deco is upgrading firmware.
   Green solid: Deco is registered and all is well.
4. Red solid: Deco has an issue.
   Red pulse: Deco is disconnected from main Deco.
5. 1×2.5Gbps Ethernet port + 2×1Gbps Ethernet ports:
   For connecting Deco to your modem, the Ethernet outlet or other internet devices.
6. Reset Button:
   Press for 1 second to reset Deco to factory default settings. The light changing from pulsing yellow to solid yellow indicates a successful reset.
7. Power Slot:
   For connecting Deco to the power socket via the provided power adapter.

For connecting Deco to the power socket via the provided power adapter.

Set Up Your Deco

The intuitive Deco app guides you through an easy setup process that gets each unit up and running and all your devices connected and online.
Follow the steps below to set up your Deco Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi 6 System.

1. Download and install the Deco app
   Scan the QR code below or go to Google Play or Apple App Store to download the Deco app. Install the app on your Android or iOS smartphone or tablet.
   
   OR
   
   
   
2. Log in or sign up with TP-Link ID
   Open the app. Use your TP-Link ID to log in. If you don't have a TP-Link ID, sign up first.
   Note: If you forgot your login password, tap Forgot password?
   The Deco app will guide you through the rest.
   
3. Connect Deco to your modem
   Power off your modem. Connect your Deco to the modem and power them both on.
   If you don't have a modem, connect the Ethernet outlet directly to your Deco.
   
4. Select a location
   Select a location for this Deco. If its location is not listed, you can create a new one by choosing Custom.
   
5. Set up internet connection
   Select the internet connection type and enter the information. If you are not sure, contact your internet service provider.
   
6. Create your Wi-Fi network
   Set a network name and a password. These will be the name and password you use to connect your devices to Wi-Fi.
   
7. Connect to your Wi-Fi network
   Connect your devices to continue the setup.
   
8. Setup complete
   Your Deco network is now up. Connect all devices to the Deco network for better connections.
   
9. Add more Decos
   Plug in the other included Deco units, and these Deco units will be automatically added to the network within 2 minutes.
   

Add More Decos

After created a Deco network, you can add more Deco units into the network to expand the Wi-Fi coverage, and manage them conveniently on your Deco app.

On the Overview page, Tap and select the Deco model you want to add, and follow app instructions to complete the setup

After the setup, you can find the added Decos by tapping

Dashboard

After you successfully set up your Deco network, you will see the dashboard of the Deco app. Here you can get an overview of the network status, customize your home network with enhanced security using a kit of features built to TP-Link HomeShield and set up various advanced features.

Tap to get an overview of the network status


Tap to enter the HomeShield page for enhanced security


Tap for more features

Check Deco Status

In the Overview page, you can check the working status of all the Decos, check the Deco details, change or custom the location, and more.

Tapto check all Deco's status and Tap a Deco unit to check the details.


Tap the Deco unit to change or custom the location

Manage Connected Devices

In the Overview page, you can check the working status of all the connected devices, view the device details, or change the device settings.

Tap a client on the Devices list to check the details


Tap to manage the device settings


Tap Belongs to to add a unique profile for the device and manage its online activities

Create New Networks

On the Deco app, you can create different Deco networks bound to your TP-Link ID, and manage them conveniently from the Deco app with one account. You can also help family or friends by managing their network on your Deco app. Two methods are provided as below to create a new network: from the Overview page or the Menu page.

Method 1. Create a new network from the Overview page

Tap > Create New Network and then follow the app instruction to complete the setup

Method 2. Create a new network from the Menu page

Tapto open the Menu


Tap> CREATE NEW NETWORK and follow app instruction to complete the setup

Remove/Reboot Deco

You can remove or reboot your Deco easily on the Deco app. Follow the steps below.

Tapto check all Deco's status

Tap a Deco unit to enter the details

Tap to remove or reboot the Deco
Note: If the LED light of Deco does not turns pulsing blue after tapping Remove, refer to Appearance to use the reset button to reset it.

HomeShield

Whether protecting your network from malicious attacks, managing your family's online activities, or prioritizing devices to get better performance, TP-Link HomeShield provides you a kit of basic (free) and Pro (charged) features to enhance your whole home network with enhanced security. An overview of HomeShield features are shown below.

• What is HomeShield: tp-link.com/homeshield
• How to use HomeShield features and upgrade to HomeShield Pro: go to the product support page at https://www.tp-link.com and refer to TP-Link HomeShield User Guide.

1. Weekly/Monthly Reports: Review a weekly or a monthly list of usage, such as security threats, top visited contents, and more, to better manage your family's online activities.
2. HomeShield Pro subscription: To enjoy more features, you can upgrade to HomeShield Pro.
3. Scan: Examine your network regularly to identify the potential risks, thus improving your network performance and security.
4. Real-Time Protection: Real-Time Protection is for Pro users only. There are three ways to ensure your home network and your IoT devices remains safe:
   1. block malicious websites, protect your home network and applications against external attacks and eliminate vulnerabilities;
   2. prevent infected devices from sending sensitive information or security threats to clients outside your network;
   3. identify IoT devices and immediately monitor their security performance once they join the network.
5. 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 if necessary.
6. QoS: Prioritize the connection of a particular device for a set duration, such as a family member's laptop for one hour during a video call.

Wi-Fi Settings

You can change the network name and password of your main network, create a separate network for guests to guarantee the security and privacy of your main network, and shake your device to share the network details easily with family and friends.

Tap > Wi-Fi


Manage your main network (eg. change your Wi-Fi network name and password)


Enable guest network


Shake to share your network

Deny List

Compile a deny list to avoid the specified devices to access to your network, ensuring the safety of your personal information shared in the network.

Tap> Deny List

Add clients to list

Add other devices to list

Manage the deny list

Online Update

TP-Link is dedicated to improving product features and providing a better customer experience. An up-to-date firmware provides better and more stable network performance. Always update your Deco to the latest firmware version when prompted in the Deco app.

Tap > Update Deco



Follow app instructions to update your Deco to the latest version
Tip: If the firmware update fails, please reboot the main Deco, move the Satellite Deco closer to the main Deco, then try to update again.

Advanced Features

Additional features are available under the Advanced menu. You can modify WAN settings (IPv4 & IPv6), add IPv6 firewall rules, modify LAN IP, set up DHCP server, enable VLAN/IPTV/MAC Clone mode, reserve the same IP address for a specific device, set up port forwarding rules to make your local computers accessible to other devices over the internet, enable TP-Link DDNS, SIP ALG, fast roaming and beamforming, control Deco's LED, change the working mode, and configure the notification settings.

Tap > Advanced

View IPv4 details or change the internet connection type

Enable IPv6 to set up an IPv6 internet connection

Add IPv6 firewall rules to allow specific devices to access the specified services

Modify LAN IP to avoid IP address confict

Change DHCP server settings

Enable IPTV/VLAN mode to support IPTV services

Enable MAC Clone if Deco fails to connect to the internet
Tip: For more about MAC Clone, refer to https:// www.tp-link.com/support/faq/2925/

Reserve IP addresses for specific devices to recognize and manage the device more easily

Set up port forwarding rules to enable devices in your network accessible over the internet with safety

Register a TP-Link DDNS domain name to access your router and local servers using a domain name

Enable SIP ALG to communicate with SIP (Session Initiation Protocol) servers via NAT

Enable UPNP to allow your local network to dynamically open ports for applications like gaming

Enable Fast Roaming to allow your wireless devices to switch connection to different Decos seamlessly

Enable Beamforming to concentrate Wi-Fi signal towards connected devices for stronger connections

Toggle off LED to turn off the light on Deco. Configure the Night Mode to turn off the LED light at bedtime only

Change the operating mode

Note: When the Deco works in Access Point mode, advanced features such as HomeShield, IPv4, Address Reservation, Port Forwarding, and DHCP server are not available.



Set connection alerts to receive notifications once the clients connect to or disconnect from Deco

Set notifications to receive alerts in the notification bar
Note: If the Notifications option shows "Disabled", go to Settings > Notifications on your mobile device to enable it.

WPS

WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) helps you to quickly and securely connect a client to a network with a tap without entering any password.

Tap > WPS

Tap the WPS icon on Deco app and then on your client

Your device connects to the network successfully if shown as below

Weekly/Monthly Reports

Review the weekly or monthly usage reports, such as security threats and total connected network devices each day.

Tap > Reports

View weekly / monthly reports

Tapto enable or disable reports

Managers

Add friends and family members to help manage your network. Each manager should have their own TP-Link ID.

Tap> Managers

Add other accounts as managers

Set privileges for managers

Remove managers

FAQ

Solutions to common problems during setup or use are provided here for reference. Follow the steps in the provided link to solve your problem.
If problems still exist, contact us: https://www.tp-link.com/support

Q1. What should I do if I fail to configure the main Deco and get stuck on "We couldn't find Deco"?
Refer to the guide https://www.tp-link.com/support/faq/2239/ or follow the video https://youtu.be/2HYuEYS9XJM

Q2. What should I do if I fail to configure the satellite Deco and get stuck on "We couldn't find another Deco"?
Refer to the guide https://www.tp-link.com/support/faq/1447/ or follow the video https://youtu.be/iVgDzoo16T4

Q3. What should I do if I fail to configure the main Deco and get stuck on "Testing Internet Connection"?
Refer to the video https://youtu.be/OSUrGdWH-i0

Q4. What should I do if my wireless devices cannot connect to Deco?
Refer to the guide https://www.tp-link.com/support/faq/2718/

Q5. What should I do if Deco suddenly lost internet access?
Refer to the guide https://www.tp-link.com/support/faq/1454/

Q6. How can I find a suitable spot for my Deco?
Refer to the guide https://www.tp-link.com//support/faq/1446/

Q7. What can I do if the Deco app isn't working properly?
Refer to the guide https://www.tp-link.com/support/faq/1456/