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    Archer C2600 User Guide AC2600 Wireless Dual Band Gigabit Router REV1.2.0 1910011423
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    3.The Side Panel 7 Chapter 2. Connect the Hardware 9 2. 1. Position Your Router 10 2. 2. Connect Your Router 10 Chapter 3. Log into Your Router 13 Chapter 4. Set Up Internet Connections 15 4. 1. Quick Setup 16 4. 2. Manually Configure Your Internet Connection Settings 19 4. 3. Setting Up an
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    Chapter 11.Customize Your Network Settings 66 11. 1. Change the LAN Settings 67 11. 2. Configure to Support IPTV Service 67 11. 3. Specify DHCP Server Settings 69 11. 4. Set Up a Dynamic DNS Service Account 70 11. 5. Create Static Routes 71 11. 6. Specify Wireless Settings 74 11. 7. Use WPS
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    12. 5. Change the Administrator Account 83 12. 6. Password Recovery 83 12. 7. Local Management 84 12. 8. Remote Management 85 12. 9. System Log 87 12. 10. Monitor the Internet Traffic Statistics 89 12. 11. Control LEDs 90 FAQ...92 Specifications 103
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    router appropriate to your needs. In addition to this guide, a Quick Installation Guide is also released with each TP-LINK router, you are suggested to configure your router the actual web page of your device due to the various firmware versions. Please just configure your product based on the actual
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    Chapter 1 Get to Know About Your Router This chapter introduces what the router can do and shows its main features and appearance. This chapter contains the following sections: • Product Overview • Main Features • Panel Layout
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    Overview What This Product Does TP-LINK's Archer C2600 AC2600 Wireless Dual Band Gigabit Router integrates 4-port Switch, Firewall, NAT-router and Wireless AP. Powered by Multi-User MIMO technology, the AC2600 Wireless Dual Band Gigabit Router delivers exceptional range and speed, which can fully
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    list to limit the level of web access. Tether APP TP-LINK Tether provides the easiest way to access and manage your router with your devices. 1. 2. Main Features Wireless and Wired Performance • Supports 802.11ac Muti-User MIMO • Supports 802.11ac - The next generation of Wi-Fi, compatible with
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    Know About Your Router • Easy one-touch WPA wireless security encryption with the WPS button • Wi-Fi On/Off Button allows users to turn their wireless radio on or off • Supports firmware upgrade and Web management • Supports Virtual Server, DMZ host and Port Triggering • Supports Dynamic DNS, UPnP
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    Off On Off On Flashing Off On Flashing Off Indication The router is connected to the Internet. The WAN port is connected, the network while the LED is flashing. The router is not in the WPS process. The USB 2. The Back Panel The router's back panel shows the connection ports, buttons and antennas
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    Panel The router's side panel shows the USB ports and buttons (view from left to right). Refer to the following for detailed instructions. Item USB 3.0 WiFi On/Off that support Wi-Fi Protected Setup, then you can press this button to quickly establish a connection between the router and client
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    button for at least 10 seconds until all LEDs light on (wireless LEDs may not light on if the WiFi on/off button is off ). And then release the button and wait the router to reboot to its factory default settings. Method two: Restore the default setting from 12. 4. Backup and Restore
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    Chapter 2 Connect the Hardware This chapter contains the following sections: • Position Your Router • Connect Your Router
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    to a power source. • Make sure the cables and power cord are safely placed out of the way so they do not create a tripping hazard. • The router can be placed on a shelf or desktop. • Keep away from the strong electromagnetic radiation and the device of electromagnetic sensitive. 2. 2. Connect Your
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    a few seconds later. Tips: For optimum performance, orient the four antennas as shown in the drawing below. 30° 30° 2. Connect your computer to the router. • Method 1: Wired Turn off the Wi-Fi on your computer and connect the devices as shown below. Ethernet cable • Method 2: Wirelessly Connect
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    Chapter 2 Connect the Hardware • Method 3: Use the WPS button Wireless devices that support WPS, including Android phones, tablets, most USB network cards, can be connected to your router through this method.(WPS is not supported by IOS devices.) Note: The WPS function cannot be configured if the
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    Chapter 3 Log into Your Router
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    , Macintosh or UNIX OS with a Web browser, such as Microsoft Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox or Apple Safari. Follow the steps below to log into your router. 1. Set up the TCP/IP Protocol in Obtain an IP address automatically mode on your computer. 2. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with
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    Connections This chapter introduces how to connect your router to the Internet. The router is equipped with a web-based Quick Setup connection if your ISP provided IPv6 service. This chapter contains the following sections: • Quick Setup • Manually Configure Your Internet Connection Settings
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    1. Quick Setup The Quick Setup Wizard will guide you through the process to set up your router to access the Internet. Tips: If you 4. Click Auto Detect and the router will detect your connection type automatically. Note: You can also choose the connection type manually. If you use DSL line and
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    Chapter 4 Set Up Internet Connections 5. In this case, the router automatically detects Dynamic IP as the connection type. Click Next. 6. Follow the instructions on the page to decide whether to clone MAC Address. Click Next. 7. Configure your wireless settings and click Next. 17
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    Chapter 4 Set Up Internet Connections Note: 1. You may customize your 2.4GHz/5GHz SSID and password. Once done, the wireless connection will disconnect automatically, and you must then use the new SSID/password to regain access to the Internet. 2. Tick Hide SSID if you want to hide this wireless
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    router's LAN port using an Ethernet cable to join the local area network. You can also find and select the wireless network name on your WiFi device to join the WiFi network. 4. 2. Manually to judge your connection type. 4. Follow the instructions on the page to continue the configuration. Parameters
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    Chapter 4 Set Up Internet Connections 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 and password provided by your ISP. PPPoE users usually have DSL cable. 20
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    Chapter 4 Set Up Internet Connections 4 ) If you choose L2TP, enter the username and password and choose the Secondary Connection provided by your ISP. Different parameters are needed according to the Secondary Connection. 5 ) If you choose PPTP, enter the username, password and choose the
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    Chapter 4 Set Up Internet Connections 5. Click Save to make the settings take effect. To check your Internet connection, click Network Map on the left of the page. Note: It may take 1-2 minutes to make the settings valid. 6. After the connection succeed, the screen will display as follows. Here we
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    still cannot connect to the Internet, refer to FAQ for further instructions. 4. 3. Setting Up an IPv6 Internet Connection Your ISP provides 1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, then log in with the password you set for the router. 2. Go to Advanced > IPv6 to log into the configuration page. 3. Select
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    Chapter 4 Set Up Internet Connections 2 ) Dynamic IP(SLAAC/DHCPv6): Click Advanced to have more configuration if ISP requires. Click Save to save the settings and then click Renew to finish the configuration. 3 ) PPPoE: Fill in the Username and Password. Click Advanced to have more configuration
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    Chapter 4 Set Up Internet Connections 4 ) 6to4 Tunnel: An IPv4 Internet connection type is a prerequisite for this connection type. (4. 2) Click Advanced to have more configuration if ISP requires. Click Save to save the settings and then click Connect to finish the configuration. 5 ) Pass-
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    Chapter 4 Set Up Internet Connections 5. Configure LAN ports. Windows users are recommended to choose from the first two types. Fill in Address Prefix provided by ISP, and click Save to save the settings. Tips: Find Help on the management interface to know more about items. 6. Click Status to
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    Chapter 5 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 limit the network authorities for guests to ensure
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    tplinkwifi.net, and log in with the username and password you set for the router. 2. Go to Advanced > Guest Network. 3. Create a 2.4GHz or 5GHz SSID. Don't select Hide SSID unless you want your guests and other people to manually input this SSID for Wi-Fi access. 3 ) Set Security to WPA/WPA2 Personal
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    Chapter 5 Guest Network • Allow guests to see each other Select this checkbox to allow the clients in your guest network to access each other. • Allow guests to access my local network Select this checkbox to allow the clients in your guest network to access your local network, not just Internet
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    This chapter describes how to share and access USB devices connected to the router among different clients. The router only supports USB external flash drives, hard drives and USB printers, and does not support USB 3G/4G modems. This chapter contains the following sections: • Local Storage Sharing
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    use USB hubs, make sure no more than four devices are connected to the router. • If the USB storage device requires using bundled external power, make sure on your USB disk. Refer to the following table for access instructions. You can also customize your sharing content and set a sharing account
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    this folder, and you can view photos, play music and watch movies stored on the USB disk directly from DLNA-supported devices. Click Media Sharing to learn more. 5. Click OK. Tips: The router can share 32 volumes at most. You can click not need to share. on the page to detach the
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    and use the name to access your USB disk. 1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, then log in with the username and password you set for the router. 2. Go to Advanced > USB Settings > Sharing Access. Focus on the Sharing Settings section 3. Make sure Network Neighborhood is ticked, and enter a Network/Media
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    USB disk 1. Connect Your USB Disk Insert your USB storage device into the router's USB port directly or using a USB cable. Wait several seconds until USB hubs, make sure no more than four devices are connected to the router. • If the USB storage device requires using bundled external power, make
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    Chapter 6 USB Application 1 ) Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, then log in with the username and password you set for the router. 2 ) Go to Advanced > USB Settings > Sharing Access. 3 ) Choose to Use default Account (admin) or Use New Account and click Save. 4 ) Enable Authentication to apply the
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    management. Pad • Use a third-party app for network files management. Tips: Go to 11. 4. Set Up a Dynamic DNS Service Account to learn how to set up a domain name for you router. 6. 2. 2. Customize Your Settings ¾¾ To Only Share Specific Content By default, Share All is enabled so all content on
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    play music and watch movies stored on the USB disk directly from DLNA-supported devices, such as your computer, pad and PS2/3. 6. 3. 1. Access the USB disk 1. Connect Your USB Disk Insert your USB storage device into the router's USB port directly or using a USB cable. Wait several seconds until the
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    USB Application Now the DLNA-supported devices (such as your computer and pad) connected to the router can detect and play the you share on the USB disks. Windows computer Pad • Use a third-party DLNA-supported player. 6. 3. 2. Customize Your Settings ¾¾ To Only Share Specific Content By
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    Compatibility List to verify whether your printer is supported by the router: http://www.tp-link.com/common/compatible/print-server/. 1. Install the Driver of the Printer Make sure you have installed the driver of the printer on each computer that needs printer service. If you do not have the driver
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    Chapter 6 USB Application 4. Access the Printer You should set the shared printer as Auto-Connect Printer on every computer that needs printer service. 1 ) Double-click the icon on your desktop to launch the USB Printer Controller. 2 ) Highlight the printer you share. Windows Mac 3 ) Click the
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    Chapter 6 USB Application Windows Mac 4 ) Select the printer you share, then click Apply. Windows 41
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    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 the on-screen instructions. 42
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    Chapter 7 Parental Controls This function allows you to block inappropriate, explicit and malicious websites, and controls access to specified websites at specified time.
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    to allow my children's devices (e.g. a computer or a tablet) to access only www.tp-link.com and Wikipedia.org from 18:00 (6PM) to 22:00 (10PM) at the .net, and log in with the username and password you set for the router. 2. Go to Basic or Advanced > Parental Controls and enable Parental Controls.
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    Chapter 7 Parental Controls 4. Click the icon to set the Internet Access Time. Drag the cursor over the appropriate cell(s) and click OK. 5. Enter a Description for the entry. Keep the Enable This Entry checkbox available. Click OK. 45
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    Chapter 7 Parental Controls 6. Select the restriction policy. 1 ) In Blacklist mode, the controlled devices cannot access any websites containing the specified keywords during the Internet Access Time period. 2 ) In Whitelist mode, the controlled devices can only access websites containing the
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    Chapter 7 Parental Controls Done! Now you can control your children's Internet access according to your needs. 47
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    Chapter 8 QoS This chapter introduces how to create a QoS rule to specify prioritization of traffic and minimize the impact caused when the connection is under heavy load. This chapter contains the following sections: • Prioritize Internet Traffic with Quality of Service • Update the Database
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    Set my phone an intermediate speed on the Internet; • Set the WIFI-GUEST with slower surfing speed. 1. Enable QoS and set bandwidth allocation. router. 2 ) Go to Advanced > QoS > Settings. 3 ) Select the Enable QoS checkbox. 4 ) Input the maximum upload and download bandwidth provided by your service
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    Application and then select ftp in the list. Click OK. Tips: If your application isn't listed on the screen, click Custom Application to add application manually. 50
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    Chapter 8 QoS • Name: Enter a name for your applicaiton. • Protocol: Select the protocol for your application, if your are not sure, select ALL. • Port: Enter the destination port for your application, usually each application has a fixed port, please ensure you enter the correct the port. In this
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    QoS 3 ) Set a low priority rule for the WIFI-GUEST. a . Select By Physical Port and then select WIFI-HOST. Click OK. 4 ) The QoS rules list function can help to add or update the applications of the router support. If the applications you need are not listed in the Application list, you can
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    Chapter 8 QoS new version and upgrade. New database versions are posted at www.tp-link.com and can be downloaded for free. 1. Download the latest QoS database from our website (www.tp-link.com). 2. Go to Advanced > QoS > Database. Click Browse to select the database upgrade file, then click
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    Chapter 9 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
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    Attacks The SPI (Stateful Packet Inspection) Firewall and DoS (Denial of Service) Protection protect the router from cyber attacks. The SPI Firewall can prevent cyber attacks and validate the traffic that is passing through the router based on the protocol. This function is enabled by default, and
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    devices to access my network (via wired or wireless). 1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with the username and password you set for the router. 2. Go to Advanced > Security > Access Control. 56
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    Chapter 9 Network Security 3. Enable Access Control. 4. Select the access mode to either block (recommended) or allow the device(s) in the list. To block specific device(s) 1 ) Select Blacklist and click Save. 2 ) Select the device(s) to be blocked in the Devices Online table. 3 ) Click Block
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    can I do that? Prevent ARP spoofing and ARP attacks. 1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with the username and password you set for the router. 2. Go to Advanced > Security > IP & MAC Binding. 3. Enable IP & MAC Binding. 58
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    Chapter 9 Network Security 4. Bind your device(s) according to your need. To bind the connected device(s) 1 ) Select the device(s) to be bound in the ARP List. 2 ) Click to add to the Binding List. To bind the unconnected device 1 ) Click Add. Done! 2 ) Enter the MAC address and IP address that
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    the problem that external host cannot initiatively communicate with the specified device in the local network. With forwarding feature the router can devices in the local network, thus to realize some special functions. TP-LINK router includes four forwarding rules. If two or more rules are set,
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    Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with the username and password you set for the router. 3. Go to Advanced > NAT Forwarding > Virtual Servers, click Add. 4. Click View Existing Services, and select HTTP. The external port, internal port and protocol will be automatically filled with contents
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    you want to use is not in the Service Type, you can enter the corresponding parameters manually. You should verify the port number that the service need. 3. You can add multiple virtual server rules if you want to provide several services in a router. Please note that the External Port should not
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    .net, and log in with the username and password you set for the router. 2. Go to Advanced > NAT Forwarding > Port Triggering and click Add. 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
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    you can login normally but cannot join a team with other players. To solve this problem, set your PC as a DMZ with all ports opened. 1. Assign a static default in this router. 2. Only the application supporting UPnP protocol can use this feature. 3. UPnP feature needs the support of operating system
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    the corresponding ports allowing the following data penetrating the NAT to transmit. Therefore, you can play Xbox online games without a hitch. LAN WAN Xbox Router If necessary, you can follow the steps to change the status of UPnP. 1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with the username
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    Chapter 11 Customize Your Network Settings This chapter guides you on how to configure advanced networking features that are available for this router. This chapter contains the following sections: • Change the LAN Settings • Configure to Support IPTV Service • Specify DHCP Server Settings • Set Up
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    http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with the username and password you set for the router. 2. Go to Advanced > Network > LAN page. 3. Type in a new to Support IPTV Service I want to: How can I do that? Configure IPTV setup to enable Internet /IPTV /Phone service provided by my Internet Service
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    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 LAN port. If IGMP is not the technology your ISP apply to provide IPTV service: 1 ) Select the Enable IPTV check box. 2 ) Select the appropriate Mode according
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    11 Customize Your Network Settings 11. 3. Specify DHCP Server Settings By default, the DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) Server is enabled and the router acts as a DHCP server; it dynamically assigns TCP/IP parameters to client devices from the IP Address Pool. You can change the settings
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    , and you can see the rule shown as below. 11. 4. Set Up a Dynamic DNS Service Account Most ISPs (Internet service provieders) assign a dynamic IP address to the router and you can use this IP address to access your router remotely. However, the IP address can change any time and you don't know when
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    Your Network Settings To set up DDNS, please follow the instructions below: 1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with the username and password you set for the router. 2. Go to Advanced > Network > Dynamic DNS. 3. Select the DDNS service provider (NO-IP or Dyndns). If you don't have a DDNS
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    .30.30.100 LAN: 192.168.0.2 172.30.30.1 How can I do that? 192.168.0.100 PC 2 1. Change the router's LAN IP addresses to two different IP addresses on the same subnet. Disable Router 2's DHCP function. 2. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with the username and password you set for the
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    sent. This IP address must be on the same subnet with the router's IP which sends out the data. In the example, the data packets will be sent to the LAN port of Router 2 and then to the Server, so the default gateway should be 192.168.0.2. Interface
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    the password for the network in Password. The default SSID is TP-LINK_XXXX for 2.4GHz, TP-LINK_XXXX_5G for 5GHz, and the value is case-sensitive. Note: on your wireless device and you need to manually join the network. ¾¾ To change the working region for the router: 1. Go to Advanced > Wireless >
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    to Advanced > Wireless >Wireless Settings. 2. Select the wireless network 2.4GHz or 5GHz. 3. Select an option from the Security dropdown list. The router provides four security options, No Security, WPA/WPA2 - Personal (Recommended), WPA/WPA2 - Enterprise and WEP. We recommend you don't change the
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    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. The default PIN is labeled on the bottom of the router. 11. 7. 2. Use the WPS Wizard for Wi-Fi Connections 1. Select a setup method
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    This chapter will show you the configuration for managing and maintaining your router. This chapter includes the following sections: • Set Up System Time • Test the Network Connectivity • Upgrade the Firmware • Backup and Restore Configuration Settings • Change the Administrator Account • Password
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    will be used for other time-based functions like Parental Controls. You can manually set how to get the system time. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with the username and password you set for the router. Go to Advanced > System Tools > Time Settings. ¾¾ To automatically synchronize the time
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    your local time zone. 4. Click Save to make the settings effective. 12. 2. Test the Network Connectivity Diagnostics is used to test the connectivity between the router and the host or other network devices. 1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with the username and password you set for the
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    trip time. • Traceroute is used to display the route (path) your router has passed to reach the tested host, and measure transit delays of packets value. The figure below indicates the proper connection between the router and the Yahoo server (www.Yahoo.com) tested through Ping. The figure
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    12 Manage the Router 12. 3. Upgrade the Firmware TP-LINK is dedicated to improving and richening the product features, giving you a better network experience. We will release the latest firmware at TP-LINK official website, you can download the latest firmware file from the Support page of our
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    to the default factory settings. 1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with the username and password you set for the router. 2. Go to Advanced > System Tools > Backup & Restore. ¾¾ To backup configuration settings: Click Backup to save a copy of the current settings to your local computer
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    password of the web-based management page. 1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with the username and password you set for the router before. 2. Go to Advanced > System Tools > Administration and complete the settings in Account Management section. 3. Enter the old username and old password
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    using the MAC address-based authentication. 1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with the username and password you set for the router. 2. Go to Advanced > System Tools > Administration and complete the settings In Local Management section according to your needs. • Allow all LAN connected
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    LAN Connected Devices. 2 ) Click Add. 3 ) Click View Existing Devices and select the device to manage the router from the Existing Devices list, or enter the MAC address of the device manually. 4 ) Specify a Description for this entry. 5 ) Select the Enable This Entry checkbox. 6 ) Click OK to make
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    's WAN IP is usually a dynamic IP. Please refer to Set up a Dynamic DNS Service Account if you want to log in to the router through a domain name. • Allow specific devices to manage the router remotely: 1 ) Select Enable Remote Management for Specified Devices. 2 ) Enter Web Management Port (1024
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    refer to 11. 4. Set Up a Dynamic DNS Service Account if you want to log in to the router through a domain name. 12. 9. System Log When the router does not work properly, you can save the system log and send it to the technical support for troubleshooting. ¾¾ To Save the System Log in Local: 1. Visit
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    be sent to my mailbox at 8 a.m. every day. 1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with the username and password you set for the router. 2. Go to Advanced > System Tools > System Log. 3. Click Mail Settings. 4. Enter the information with the help of page tips: 1 ) From: Enter the email address
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    address used to send the system log. 6 ) Password: Enter the password to login the sender's email address. 7 ) Select Enable Auto Mail. Tips: The router will send the system log to the designated email address if this option is enabled. 8 ) Set a fixed time. The recipient will receive the system log
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    the specific device. Click to delete the specific device item in the list. 12. 11. Control LEDs The router LEDs indicate router activities and behavior. You can turn on or turn off the router from the web-based management page. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with the username and password
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    Chapter 12 4. Click Save to make the settings effective. Manage the Router 91
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    the computer using a cable and follow the steps below: 1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with the username and password you set for the router. 2. Go to Advanced >Basic > Wireless, locate the password on the loading page, and mark down your new password for future use. Q2. How to retrieve
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    1. Make sure the router connects to the computer correctly and the corresponding LED indicator(s) light up. 2. Make sure the IP address of your computer is configured as Obtain an
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    advanced settings, click OK to save the settings. 5. Change a web browser or computer and login again. 6. Reset the router to factory default settings: Press and hold the Reset button for at least 10 seconds and then release. Note: You'll need to reconfigure the router to surf the Internet once the
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    please contact the technical support. Q4. How to use the WDS Bridging function to extend my wireless network? For example, my house covers a large area. The wireless network coverage of the router I'm using (the root router) is limited. I want to use an extended router to extend the wireless network
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    even though the configuration is finished, what can I do? 1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with the username and password you set for the router. 2. Go to Advanced > Status to check Internet status: As the follow picture shows, if IP Address is a valid IP address, please try the methods
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    , please manually configure DNS server. 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. 2. Power cycle the modem and the TP-LINK router. 1 ) Power off your modem and TP-LINK router, leave
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    hold the RESET button for at least 10 seconds and then release; 2 ) Reconfigure the router with the help of 4. 1. Quick Setup. 4. Please refer to 12. 3. Upgrade the Firmware to upgrade the firmware of the router. As the follow picture shows, if the IP Address is 0.0.0.0, please try the methods below
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    . Note: Most TP-LINK routers use 192.168.0.1/192.168.1.1 as their default LAN IP address, it may be conflicting with the IP range of your existent ADSL modem/router. If so, the router is not able to communicate with your modem and cause you can't access the Internet. To resolve the problem, we need
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    TP-LINK router again. 3. Please refer to 12. 3. Upgrade the Firmware to upgrade the firmware of the router. 4. Check the TCP/IP settings on the particular device if all other devices can get Internet from the router ) Clicking on Troubleshoot and windows might be able to fix the problem by itself. •
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    Change Startup type to Automatic, click on Start button and make sure the Service status is Started. And then click OK; 7 ) Connect to wireless the WLAN LED indicator on your wireless router/modem; 2. Make sure your computer/device is still in the range of your router/modem, move closer if it is
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    but fail to connect, please follow the steps below: • Authenticating problem, password mismatch: 1. Sometimes it will ask you to type in Network Security Key, usually you can only find it on the back of your wireless router; 2. If you cannot find the PIN or PIN failed, you may choose Connecting using
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    Wireless Security WAN Type DHCP Quality of Service Port Forwarding Dynamic DNS VPN Access Control Firewall Security Protocols USB Sharing IP Address Filter/Domain Filter, IP and MAC Address Binding Supports IPv4 and IPv6 Supports Samba(Storage)/FTP Server/Media Server/Printer Server Access Control,
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    COPYRIGHT & TRADEMARKS Specifications are subject to change without notice. is a registered trademark of TP-LINK TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD. Other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. No part of the specifications may be reproduced
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    installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation
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    outside of own premises, general authorization is required Luxembourg Norway Russian Federation None Implemented None General authorization required for network and service supply(not for spectrum) This subsection does not apply for the geographical area within a radius of 20 km from the centre
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    EN 301 893 V1.3.1 and subsequent versions General authorization required if used outside own premises None General authorization required for network and service supply (not for spectrum) No info Not implemented Defence systems Note: Please don't use the product outdoors in France. Canadian
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    Korea Warning Statements: NCC Notice & BSMI Notice: Safety Information • When product has power button, the power button is one of the way to shut off the product; when there is no power button, the only way to completely shut off power is to disconnect the product or the power
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    • Don't disassemble the product, or make repairs yourself. You run the risk of electric shock and voiding the limited warranty. If you need service, please contact us. • Avoid water and wet locations. This product can be used in the following countries: AT BG BY CA CZ DE DK EE
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    TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY For the following equipment: Product Description: AC2600 Wireless Dual Band Gigabit Router Model No.: Archer C2600 Trademark: TP-LINK We declare under our own responsibility that the above products satisfy all the technical regulations applicable to
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