TP-Link AC1200 Dual Band Wi-Fi Router Installation Guide
2 Set Up the Network
Access Point Mode
If you already have a router, you can switch this new router to Access Point
mode to extend your existing network. Follow the steps below.
Method 1: Via TP-Link Tether App
1. Download the Tether app.
Method 2: Via a Web Browser
1. Connect your device to the router (wired or wireless).
Wired
Turn off the Wi-Fi on your computer and connect to the router using an
Ethernet cable.
or
Internet
Eet4
Ethernet
WAN
Scan for Tether
Tether
Wireless
Existing Router
New Router
Clients
a
Find the SSID (network name) and Wireless Password printed on the label
at the bottom of the router.
Click the network icon of your computer or go to Wi-Fi settings of your
smart device, and then select the SSID to join the network.
2. Open the Tether app and log in with your TP-Link ID.
1. Power on the router.
b
Note: If you don’t have an account, create one first.
2. Connect the router’s WAN port to your existing router’s Ethernet port
via an Ethernet cable as shown above.
2. Connect the router to the internet.
3. Tap the button in the Tether app and select Wireless
Router > Standard Routers. Follow the steps to
complete the setup and connect to the internet.
3. Connect a computer to the router via an Ethernet cable or wirelessly by
using the SSID (network name) and Wireless Password printed on the
label at the bottom of the router.
a
in the address bar. Create a password to log in.
Note: If the login window does not appear, please refer to Q1 of Need Help? in this guide.
Create a password to log in.
5. Go to Advanced > Operation Mode and switch to Access Point Mode.
Choose Your Device Type
Wireless Router
Password
6. Wait for the router to reboot, then log in and follow the Quick Setup to
complete the setup.
Confirm Password
Let’s Get Started
Gaming Router
Range Extender
b
Follow the step-by-step instructions to set up the internet connection and
register for the TP-Link Cloud service.
Need Help?
To communicate with TP-Link users or engineers, please join the TP-Link
For cable modem users, log in to the web management page of the router and go
to Advanced > Network > Internet > MAC Clone. Select Clone Current Device
MAC and click SAVE. Then reboot both the modem and the router.
Q1. What should I do if I cannot access the web management page?
Reboot your router and try again.
If the computer is set to a static IP address, change its settings to obtain an IP
address automatically.
and press Enter.
If you have any suggestions or needs for our product guides, you are
Q3. How do I restore the router to its factory default settings?
With the router powered on, use a pin to press and hold the RESET button on the
back until the Power LED blinks.
For technical support, replacement services, user guides, and
or simply scan the QR code.
Log in to the web management page of the router, go to Advanced > System >
Backup & Restore > Factory Default Restore, and click FACTORY RESTORE. The
router will restore and reboot automatically.
Use another web browser and try again.
Disable and enable the network adapter being used.
Q4. What should I do if I forget my web management page password?
Safety Information
Keep the device away from water, fire, humidity or hot environments.
Do not attempt to disassemble, repair, or modify the device. If you need service, please
contact us.
Do not use damaged charger or USB cable to charge the device.
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.
Q2. What should I do if I cannot access the internet?
If you are using a TP-Link ID to log in, click Forgot password on the login page and
Power off your modem for about 5 minutes, then power it on and check the
internet. If your modem has more than one Ethernet port, keep other ports
unconnected.
then follow the instructions to reset it.
a new login password.
Check if the internet is working normally by connecting a computer directly to the
modem via an Ethernet cable. If it is not, contact your internet service provider.
Q5. What should I do if I forget my wireless network password?
Log in to the web management page, and go to the Network Map page to check
whether the internet IP address is valid or not. If it’s valid, go to Advanced >
Network > Internet, click Advanced Settings, select Use the Following DNS
Addresses, set the primary DNS to 8.8.8.8, and set the secondary DNS to 8.8.4.4.
If it is not, check the hardware connection or contact your internet service
provider.
If you have not changed the default wireless password, it can be found on the label
at the bottom of the router.
Connect a computer directly to the router using an Ethernet cable. Log in to the
retrieve or reset your wireless password.
| General | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | TP-Link AC1200 Dual Band Wi-Fi Router Installation Guide |
| Make | TP-Link |
| Language | English |
| Filetype | PDF (Download) |
| File size | 0.84 MB |
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