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- TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 1
User Guide AX3000 Wi-Fi 6 Air Router Archer Air R5 © 2023 TP-Link 1910013400 REV1.0.0 - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 2
Setup Wizard 13 4. 2. Quick Setup Via TP-Link Tether App 13 4. 3. Manually Set Up Your Internet Connection 14 4. 4. Set Up the Router as an Access Point 17 4. 5. Set Up an IPv6 Internet Connection 17 Chapter 5. TP-Link Cloud Service 21 5. 1. Register a TP-Link ID 22 5. 2. Change Your TP-Link - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 3
. 2. Use PPTP VPN to Access Your Home Network 62 Chapter 13. Customize Your Network Settings 68 13. 1. Change the LAN Settings 69 13. 2. Configure to Support IPTV Service 69 13. 3. Specify DHCP Server Settings 71 - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 4
13. 4. Set Up a Dynamic DNS Service Account 72 13. 5. Create Static Routes 74 Chapter 14. Manage the Router 77 14. 1. Upgrade the Firmware 78 14. 1. 1.Auto Update 78 14. 1. 2.Online Upgrade - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 5
Info The latest software, management app and utility can be found at Download Center at https://www.tp-link.com/support/download/. 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 Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 6
contact information can be found at the Contact Technical Support page at https://www.tp-link.com/support/. *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 - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 7
Chapter 1 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 - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 8
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. 1. 2. Appearance 1. 2. 1. Front Panel LED WPS Button WPS Button: Press the - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 9
Chapter 1 Get to Know About Your Router Status Quickly Pulsing Red Indication WPS connection failed. 1. 2. 2. Bottom Panel Reset LAN WAN Power Port The following parts (view from left to right) are located on the back panel. Button and Port Explanation Item LAN Port Reset Button Power - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 10
Chapter 2 Connect the Hardware This chapter contains the following sections: • Position Your Router • Connect Your Router • Mount the Router - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 11
Chapter 2 Connect the Hardware 2. 1. 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. • Make sure the cables and - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 12
< Settings Wi-Fi Wireless Network Connection Wi-Fi TP-Link_XXXX TP-Link_XXXX_5G CHOOSE A NETWORK... OR TP-Link_XXXX Connect automatically Connect TP-Link_XXXX_5G Other... • Method 3: Use the WPS button Wireless devices that support WPS, including Android phones, tablets, and most USB - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 13
are provided for future use. 3M Adhesives Tip: You can use the included spirit level to help install the bracket horizontally. Anchor UP Screw The air bubble in the UP level is centered. 2. Adhere the router vertically to a flat surface that is out of children's reach. Note: This equipment shall - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 14
Chapter 3 Log In to Your Router - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 15
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. Follow the steps below to log in to - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 16
successfully completed. 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 • Set Up - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 17
go to Advanced > Quick Setup for configuration to connect your router to the internet. Then follow the step-by-step instructions to connect your router to the internet. 3. To enjoy a more complete service from TP-Link (remote management, TP-Link DDNS, and more.), log in with your TP-Link ID or click - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 18
don't have a TP-Link ID, create one first. 3. Tap the + button and select Router > Wireless Router. Follow the steps to complete the setup and connect to the internet. 4. Connect your devices to the newly configured wireless networks of the router and enjoy the internet! 4. 3. Manually Set Up Your - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 19
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 and password provided by your ISP. PPPoE users usually have DSL cable modems. 15 - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 20
page, please go to Advanced > Network > Internet to complete the configuration. • If you still cannot access the internet, refer to the FAQ section for further instructions. 16 - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 21
http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the ://tplinkwifi.net, and go to Advanced > Quick Setup. 5. Configure your wireless settings and click Next Parental Controls, QoS and NAT Forwarding, are not supported in the Access Point mode. • Functions, such - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 22
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. 4. - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 23
the username and password for the IPv6 connection. 4 ) 6to4 Tunnel: An IPv4 internet connection type is a prerequisite for this connection type (Manually Set Up Your Internet Connection). Click Advanced to input further information if your ISP requires. Click Save and then click Connect. 5 ) Pass - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 24
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 FAQ section - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 25
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 - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 26
Quick Setup process, you can: 1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with the password you set for the router. 2. Go to Advanced > TP-Link ID or click TP-Link ID on the very top of the page. 3. Click Sign Up and follow the instructions to register a TP-Link ID. 4. After activating your TP-Link - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 27
Chapter 5 TP-Link Cloud Service • To change your password: 1. Click behind the Password. 2. Enter the current password, then a new password twice. And click Save. 5. 3. Manage the User TP-Link IDs The TP-Link ID used to log in to the router for the first time will be automatically bound as the - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 28
Chapter 5 TP-Link Cloud Service from the same router as Users. All accounts can monitor and manage the router locally or remotely, but user accounts cannot: • Reset the router to its factory default settings either on the web management page or in the Tether app. • Add/remove other TP-Link IDs to/ - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 29
Chapter 5 TP-Link Cloud Service 5. 4. Manage the Router via the TP-Link Tether App The Tether app runs on iOS and Android devices, such as smartphones and tablets. 1. Launch the Apple App Store or Google Play store and search "TP-Link Tether" or simply scan the QR code to download and install the - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 30
Chapter 6 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 • Smart Antenna - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 31
to your needs. 1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router. 2. Go to Wireless or greatly improves speed and efficiency. Noted that only when your clients also support OFDMA, can you fully enjoy the benefits. It is disabled by default - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 32
. 2. Select Hide SSID, and your SSID won't display when you scan for local wireless networks on your wireless device and you need to manually join the network. • To change the security option: 1. Go to Advanced > Wireless > Wireless Settings. 2. Select an option from the Security drop-down list - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 33
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 > Wireless > Wireless Schedule. 3. Enable the Wireless Schedule feature. 4. Click Add to - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 34
the time period you set. 6. 3. 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 - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 35
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 for your device. 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 > - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 36
Chapter 6 Wireless Settings • WMM - WMM function can guarantee the packets with high-priority messages being transmitted preferentially. • AP Isolation - This function isolates all connected wireless stations so that wireless stations cannot access each other through WLAN. • Airtime Fairness - - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 37
-Fi performance through antenna arrays and intelligent algorithms to overcome obstacles and signal interference. 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 > Smart Antenna. 3. Select the mode to improve your Wi - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 38
Chapter 7 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 - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 39
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 2 ) Customize the SSID. Don't select Hide SSID unless you want your guests to manually input the SSID for guest network access. 3 ) Select the Security type and customize - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 40
Chapter 7 Guest Network 7. 2. 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 - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 41
8 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. It contains the - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 42
Chapter 8 HomeShield 8. 1. Network Security TP-Link HomeShield provides many tools to protect your Tether to enjoy the HomeShield service 1. Scan the QR code or get the Tether app from the Apple App Store or Google Play. OR 2. Launch the Tether app and log in with your TP-Link ID. If you don't - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 43
service 1. Scan the QR code or get the Tether app from the Apple App Store or Google Play. OR 2. Launch the Tether app and log in with your TP-Link tab to use this feature. 8. 3. Network Analysis & Optimization TP-Link HomeShield provides many tools for you to analyze and optimize your network - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 44
Chapter 8 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. 40 - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 45
Chapter 9 EasyMesh with Seamless Roaming This product is compatible with EasyMesh. This chapter introduces the EasyMesh feature. It contains the following sections: • Add a Router as a Satellite Device • Add a Range Extender as a Satellite Device • Manage Devices in the EasyMesh Network - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 46
http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router. 2. Go to Advanced > EasyMesh, and enable EasyMesh. 3. Click ADD SATELLITE DEVICES, select TP-Link Router, then click NEXT. 4. Follow the page instructions to prepare your satellite router, then click DONE - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 47
device has been added successfully", click OK, then click FINISH. 9. 2. Add a Range Extender as a Satellite Device 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 > EasyMesh, and enable EasyMesh. 43 - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 48
Chapter 9 EasyMesh with Seamless Roaming 3. Plug in the extender next to the main router. 4. With in 2 minutes, press the WPS button on main router and on the extender. Wait until the WPS process is complete. 5. Done! You can check the mesh device on the router's web page too. 44 - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 49
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. device 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 Advanced > - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 50
Chapter 10 Network Security This chapter guides you on how to protect your home network from cyber attacks and unauthorized users by implementing Cyber Attacks • Access Control • IP & MAC Binding • ALG *For a more comprehensive home network protection system, refer to the TP-Link HomeShield chapter. - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 51
is passing through the router based on the protocol. This function is enabled by default. 1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router. 2. Go to Advanced > Security > Firewall. It's recommended to keep the default settings. 10. 2. Access - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 52
Chapter 10 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 and - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 53
message will appear on the screen, which means the selected devices have been successfully added to the whitelist. • Add unconnected devices 1 ) Click Add Manually. 2 ) Enter the Device Name and MAC Address of the device you want to be allowed and click ADD. 3 ) The Operation Succeeded message will - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 54
10 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 > Security > IP & MAC Binding. 3. Enable IP & MAC Binding. 4. Bind your device - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 55
Network Address Translation (NAT) traversal filters to be plugged into the gateway to support address and port translation for certain application layer "control/data" protocols such as , and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router. Go to Advanced > Security > ALG. - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 56
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IP addresses of the devices. However, it also brings about the problem that an external host cannot initiatively communicate with a specified device on on the local network, thus realizing some special functions. The TP-Link router supports four forwarding rules. If two or more rules are set, the - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 58
services use different service ports. Port 80 is used in HTTP service, port 21 in FTP service, port 25 in SMTP service and port 110 in POP3 service. Please verify the service http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router. 3. Go to Advanced > - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 59
are not clear about which port and protocol to use. • If the service you want to use is not in the common services list, you can enter the corresponding parameters manually. You should verify the port number that the service needs. • You can add multiple port forwarding rules if you want to provide - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 60
register a domain name for the WAN referring to Set Up a Dynamic DNS Service Account. Then users on the internet can use http:// domain name to visit TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router. 2. Go to Advanced > NAT Forwarding > Port Triggering and click . 3. Click VIEW COMMON SERVICES - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 61
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 a team with other players. To solve this problem, set your PC as a DMZ host with all ports open. 57 - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 62
. 2. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router. 3. Go enter the PC's IP address 192.168.0.100 manually in the DMZ Host IP Address field. 5. application supporting UPnP protocol can use this feature. • UPnP feature needs the support of - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 63
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 > NAT Forwarding > UPnP and toggle on or off according to your needs. 59 - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 64
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. its speed is faster, it's compatible with most operating systems and also supports mobile devices. Its security is poor and your packets may be cracked - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 65
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 the VPN Server. 3. Select the Service Type (communication protocol) for OpenVPN Server: UDP, TCP. 4. Enter a VPN Service Port to which a VPN device connects - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 66
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. 62 - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 67
Go to Advanced > VPN Server > PPTP, and tick the Enable box of PPTP. Note: Before you enable VPN Server, we recommend you configure Dynamic DNS Service (recommended) or assign a static IP address for router's WAN port and synchronize your System Time with internet. 3. In the Client IP Address field - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 68
Chapter 12 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. 1. Go to Start > - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 69
Chapter 12 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. 65 - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 70
Chapter 12 VPN Server 6. Enter the User name and 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. 66 - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 71
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13 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 • Create Static Routes - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 73
reconfigure these features. 13. 2. Configure to Support IPTV Service I want to: Configure IPTV setup to enable Internet/IPTV/Phone service provided by my internet service provider (ISP). How can I do that? 1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 74
parameters. 3 ) After you have selected a mode, the necessary parameters are predetermined. Select IPTV to determine tha the LAN port is used to support IPTV service. Note that after setting the LAN port as an IPTV/VoIP/Bridge port, the LAN port cannot be used for internet connection. 4 ) Click - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 75
Connect the set-top box to the LAN port. Done! Your IPTV setup is done now! You may need to configure your set-top box 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. 2. Go to Advanced > Network > DHCP - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 76
device manually. 3. Enter the IP address to reserve for the client device. 4. Click SAVE. 13. 4. Set Up a Dynamic DNS Service Account Most the DDNS Service Provider: TP-Link, NO-IP or DynDNS. It is recommended to select TP-Link so that you can enjoy TP-Link's superior DDNS service. Otherwise, - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 77
Chapter 13 Customize Your Network Settings 4. Click Register in the Domain Name List if you have selected TP-Link, and enter the Domain Name as needed. If you have selected NO-IP or DynDNS, enter the username, password and domain name of your account. 5. - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 78
configured manually by a network administrator or a user by adding entries into a routing table. The manually-configured routing information guides 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 > Network - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 79
Chapter 13 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 - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 80
Chapter 13 Customize Your Network Settings Done! Open a web browser on your PC. Enter the company server's IP address to visit the company network. 76 - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 81
Chapter 14 Manage the Router This chapter will show you the configuration for managing and maintaining your router. It contains the following sections: • Upgrade the Firmware • Backup and Restore Configuration Settings • Change the Login Password • Password Recovery • Local Management • Remote - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 82
if there's any update firmware available for your router. Also, the latest firmware will be released at the TP-Link official website www.tp-link.com, and you can download it from the Support page for free. Note: • Backup your router configuration before firmware upgrade. • Do NOT turn off the router - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 83
see the Firmware Upgrade page. 14. 1. 3. Local Upgrade 1. Download the latest firmware file for the router from www.tp-link.com. 2. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router. 3. Go to Advanced > System > Firmware Upgrade. 4. Focus on the - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 84
upgrade the firmware for the router, please contact our Technical Support. 14. 2. Backup and Restore Configuration Settings The configuration default factory 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 > - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 85
rebooting. 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. Click FACTORY RESTORE to reset the router. 2. Wait - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 86
to the web management page, the Password Recovery feature will be disabled. To manage the TP-Link ID, go to Advanced > TP-Link ID. 1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with the password you set for click Forgot Password? on the login page and follow the instructions to set a new password. 82 - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 87
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. 2. Go to Advanced > System > Administration and complete the settings In Local Management section as - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 88
enter the MAC address of the device manually. 4. Specify a Description for this entry. 5. Click SAVE. 14. 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 - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 89
WAN IP address of the router on Network Map > Internet. • The router'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 a specific device to manage the router remotely: 85 - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 90
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 > System > System Log. 3. Choose - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 91
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. 2. Go to Advanced > System Tools > System Log. 3. In the Save Log section, click MAIL LOG. 4. Enter - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 92
Chapter 14 Manage the Router 1 ) 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. 3 ) Username: Enter the email address used for sending - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 93
Chapter 14 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 or Traceroute as the diagnostic tool - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 94
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 > System > Time & Language. • To get time from the internet: 1. Enable 24-Hour Time - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 95
Time field, select Get from Managing Device. 2. The time of your computer will then be displayed and click SAVE. • To manually set the date and time: 1. In the Set Time field, select Manually. 2. Set the current Date (In MM/DD/YYYY format). 3. Set the current Time (In HH/MM/SS format). 4. Click - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 96
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 > System > Reboot. 3. Tick the Enable box of Reboot Schedule. 92 - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 97
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. 2. Go to Advanced > System > LED Control. 3. Enable Night Mode. 4. Specify the LED off time, and the - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 98
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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 Forgot password on the login page and then follow the instructions to reset it. • Alternatively, press and hold the Reset button of the router - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 100
4 ) Click LAN settings and deselect the following three options and click OK. 5 ) Go to Advanced > Restore advanced settings, click OK to save the settings. 96 - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 101
contact the technical support. 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? 1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 102
• 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. 3 ) Power on the router. 4 ) Wait another 1 or 2 minutes and check the internet access. • - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 103
• 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 problem, we need to change the LAN IP address of the router to avoid such conflict, for example, 192.168.2.1. 1 ) Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 104
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. 3 ) Go to Advanced > every method above but still cannot access the internet, please contact the technical support. Q5. What should I do if I can't find my wireless network - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 105
or blocked somehow. 2 ) Click Troubleshoot and windows might be able to fix the problem by itself. • On Windows XP TP-Link Utility, for example). 3 ) Select and right click on My Computer on desktop, select Manage to open Computer Management window. 4 ) Expand Services and Applications > Services - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 106
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 - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 107
Air Router Model Number: Archer Air R5 Component Name I.T.E. Power Supply Model T120200-2B1 Responsible party: TP-Link USA Corporation Address: 10 Mauchly, Irvine, CA 92618 Website: http://www.tp-link installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 108
co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter." We, TP-Link USA Corporation, has determined that the equipment shown as above has been shown if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 109
2400 MHz -2483.5 MHz(20dBm) 5150 MHz -5250 MHz(23dBm) 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 - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 110
https://www.tp-link.com/en/support/ce/ RF Exposure Information This device meets the EU requirements (2014/53/EU Article 3.1a) on the limitation of exposure of the general public to - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 111
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. UK Canadian Compliance Statement This device - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 112
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 - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 113
AX3000 Wi-Fi 6 Air Router Equipment name Archer Air R5 Type designation (Type) 單元 Ｕnit 鉛 Lead (Pb) Restricted . • 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 - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 114
Explanation DC voltage AC voltage Class II equipment Polarity of output terminals Energy efficiency Marking Indoor use only Caution Operator's manual RECYCLING This product bears the selective sorting symbol for Waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE). This means that this product - TP-Link Archer Air R5 | Archer Air R5US V1.6 User Guide - Page 115
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