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    User Guide AC1900 Wireless MU-MIMO Gigabit Router Archer C90 REV6.0.0 1910012542
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    14 4. 2. Manually Set up Your Internet Connection 14 4. 3. Set Up an IPv6 Internet Connection 18 4. 4. Configure the Router in Access Point Mode 21 Chapter 5. TP-Link Cloud Service 23 5. 1. Register a TP-Link ID 24 5. 2. Change Your TP-Link ID Information 24 5. 3. Manage the User TP-Link IDs
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    Step 1. Set up PPTP VPN Server on Your Router 61 12. 2. 2.Step 2. Configure PPTP VPN Connection on Your Remote Device . . . 62 Chapter 13. Customize Your Network Settings 66 13. 1. Change the LAN Settings 67 13. 2. Configure to Support IPTV Service 67 13. 3. Specify DHCP Server Settings 69 13
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    Test the Network Connectivity 82 14. 4. Upgrade the Firmware 83 14. 4. 1.Online Upgrade 83 14. 4. 2.Manual Upgrade 84 14. 4. 3.Restore Interrupted Upgrade after Power Failure 85 14. 5. Backup and Restore Configuration Settings 85 14. 6. Set the Router to Reboot Regularly 87 14. 7. Change the
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    found at Download Center at https://www.tp-link.com/support. The Quick Installation Guide can be found where you find this guide or inside the package of the router. Specifications can be found on the product page at https://www.tp-link.com. A Technical Support Forum is provided for you to discuss
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    network overhead, and 3) client limitations, including rated performance, location, connection, quality, and client condition. MU-MIMO Disclaimer Use of MU-MIMO requires clients to also support MU-MIMO. 2
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    Chapter 1 Get to Know About Your Router This chapter introduces what the router can do and shows its appearance. It contains the following sections: • Product Overview • Appearance
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    to your wired devices. 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 The router's LEDs (view from left to right) are located on the front panel. You can check the
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    Wireless) Off The 5GHz wireless band is disabled. Green On Internet service is available. (Internet) Orange On The router's Internet port is connected, but the internet service is not available. Off The router's Internet port is unplugged. (Ethernet) On A powered-on device is connected
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    (1/2/3/4) For connecting your PC or other Ethernet network devices to the router. WPS/Wi-Fi On/Off Press this button, and immediately press the WPS button on your device. The WPS LED of the router should change from flashing to solid on, indicating successful WPS connection.
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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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    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 the router away from devices with strong electromagnetic reference, such as Bluetooth devices, cordless phones and microwaves. 2. 2. Connect Your
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    Smart Device < Settings Wi-Fi Wi-Fi CHOOSE A NETWORK... TP-Link_XXXX TP-Link_XXXX_5G Other... • Method 3: Use the WPS button Wireless devices that support WPS, including Android phones, tablets, and most USB network cards, can be connected to your router through this method. Note: • WPS is not
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    Chapter 2 Connect the Hardware 1 ) Tap the WPS icon on the device's screen. Here we take an Android phone for instance. 2 ) Within two minutes, press the Reset/WPS button on your router. close to 10
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    Chapter 3 Log In to Your Router
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    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 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 create a login password
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    Connection This chapter introduces how to connect your router to the internet. The router is equipped with a web-based Quick Setup IPv6 connection if your ISP provides IPv6 service. It contains the following sections: • Use Quick Setup Wizard • Manually Set up Your Internet Connection • Set
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    service from TP-Link (remote management, TP-Link DDNS, etc.), log in with your TP-Link ID or click Register Now to get one. Then follow the instructions to bind the cloud router to your TP-Link ID. Note: • To learn more about the TP-Link Cloud service, please refer to the TP-Link Cloud Service
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    require different cables and connection information, you can also refer to the demonstrations in Step 4 to determine your connection type. 4. Follow the instructions on the page to continue the configuration. Parameters on the figures are just used for demonstration. 1 ) If you choose Dynamic IP
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    Chapter 4 Set Up Internet Connection 3 ) If you choose PPPoE, enter the username and password provided by your ISP. PPPoE users usually have DSL cable modems. 4 ) If you choose L2TP, enter the username and password and choose the Secondary Connection provided by your ISP. Different parameters are
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    Chapter 4 Set Up Internet Connection 5 ) If you choose PPTP, enter the username and password, and choose the Secondary Connection provided by your ISP. Different parameters are needed according to the Secondary Connection you have chosen. 5. Click Save. 6. To check your internet connection, click
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    , Dynamic IP(SLAAC/DHCPv6), Static IP, 6to4 tunnel, Pass-Through (Bridge). 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 > IPv6. 3. Enable IPv6 and select the internet connection type provided by your ISP. Tips: If you do
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    your ISP requires. Click Save and then click Renew. 3 ) PPPoE: By default, the router uses the IPv4 account to connect to the IPv6 server. Click Advanced to input further information if session with IPv4 connection checkbox and manually enter the username and password for the IPv6 connection. 19
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    Chapter 4 Set Up Internet 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-Through (
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    functions like NAT, Parental Controls and QoS are not supported in this mode. Internet Ethernet1Ethernet2 Ethernet3Ethernet4 Ethernet Existing Router Ethernet4 Internet New Router Clients 1. Connect the router's Internet port to the existing router's Ethernet port via an Ethernet cable. 21
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    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 > Operation Mode, select Access Point and click Save. 4. Log in to the router via http://tplinkwifi.net after the router reboots. 5. Go to Quick Setup or Settings > Wireless
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    Cloud will notify you when an important firmware upgrade is available. Surely you can also manage multiple TP-Link Cloud devices with a single TP-Link ID. This chapter introduces how to register a new TP-Link ID, bind or unbind TP-Link IDs to manage your router, and the Tether app with which you
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    5 TP-Link Cloud Service 5. 1. Register a TP-Link ID If you have skipped the registration during the Quick Setup process, you can： 1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with the password you set for the router. 2. Go to Basic > TP-Link Cloud. 3. Click Register Now and follow the instructions
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    Chapter 5 TP-Link Cloud Service ¾¾ 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 first-time login TP-Link ID will be bound automatically to your router as an Admin account. An
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    5 TP-Link Cloud Service • Add/remove other TP-Link IDs to/from the router. 5. 3. 1. Add TP-Link ID to Manage the Router 1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID. 2. Go to Basic > TP-Link Cloud, and focus on the Bound Accounts section. 3. Click , enter another TP-Link
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    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 like smartphones and tablets. 1. Open the Apple App Store or Google Play and search the key word "TP-Link Tether" or simply scan the QR code to download and install
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    Chapter 6 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
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    Chapter 6 Guest Network 6. 1. Create a Network for Guests 1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router. 2. Go to Advanced > Guest Network. Locate the Wireless section. 3. Create a guest network as needed. 1 ) Select 2.4GHz or 5GHz network
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    Chapter 6 Guest Network 6. 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 > Guest Network. Locate the Settings section. 3. Customize guest network options according to your needs. •
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    use the USB port to share files and media from the USB storage devices over your home network locally, or remotely through the internet. The router supports USB external flash drives and hard drives. It contains the following sections: • Access the USB Storage Device • Media Sharing
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    and then access files stored there locally or remotely. Tips: • If you use USB hubs, make sure no more than 4 devices are connected to the router. • If the USB storage device requires using bundled external power, make sure the external power has been connected. • If you use a USB hard drive
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    Chapter 7 USB Settings ¾¾ Method 2: Open the Windows Explorer (or go to Computer) and type the server address \\tplinkwifi.net or ftp://tplinkwifi.net in the address bar, then press Enter. Windows computer 1 ) Select Go > Connect to Server. 2 ) Type the server address smb://tplinkwifi.net. 3 )
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    on the Internet. Follow the steps below to configure remote access 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 > USB Settings > Sharing Access page. 3. Tick the FTP(via Internet) checkbox, and then click Save
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    . Tips: Click Set Up a Dynamic DNS Service Account to learn how to set up a domain name for you router. 7. 1. 3. Customize the Access Settings By on the router's web management page. 1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router. 2. Go
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    Chapter 7 USB Settings 2. Now you can access the USB disk by visiting \\MyShare (for Windows) or smb:// MyShare (for Mac). ¾¾ To Only Share Specific Content 1. Focus on the Folder Sharing section. Click the button to disable Share All, then click Add to add a new sharing folder. 2. Select the
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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. 4. Click OK. Tips: The router can share 32 volumes at most. You can click need to share. on the page to detach the corresponding
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    For Windows users, do not set the sharing username the same as the Windows username. Otherwise, Windows credential mechanism may cause the following problems: • If the sharing password is also the same as the Windows password, authentication will not work since the Windows will automatically use its
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    1. When your USB disk is inserted into the router, your DLNA-supported devices (such as your computer and pad) connected to the router can detect and play the media files on the USB disks. 2. Refer to the following table for detailed instructions. • Go to Computer > Network, then click the Media
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    Chapter 8 Parental Controls This function allows you to set up unique restrictions on internet access for each member of your family. You can block inappropriate content, set daily limits for the total time spent online and restrict internet access to certain times of the day. It contains the
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    school nights (Sunday to Thursday). 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 Basic > Parental Controls or Advanced > Parental Controls. 3. Click to create a profile for a family member. 4. Add basic
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    Chapter 8 Parental Controls 5 ) Add one or more keywords. All websites containing the keywords will be blocked. 6 ) Click Next. 6. Set time restrictions on internet access. 42
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    ://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router. 2. Go to Basic > Parental Controls or Advanced > Parental Controls. 3. Set up a profile for your child. Refer to Set Up Access Restrictions for detailed instructions. 4. Find the profile and click in the
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    Chapter 8 Parental Controls 5. Use the drop-down menu behind Today to view the websites visited and time spent online for any of the last 7 days. Click to view a complete history. Click to block the corresponding content for this profile. Done! You can now check up on your child's online
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    Chapter 9 QoS QoS (Quality of Service) allows you to prioritize the internet traffic of specific devices to guarantee a faster connection when you need it the most. Devices set as high priority will be allocated more bandwidth even when there is heavy traffic on the network.
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    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 > QoS. 3. Enable QoS. 4. Enter the upload and download bandwidth provided by your internet service provider. Click Save. 5. Under Device Priority, find your computer
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    Chapter 10 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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    Stateful Packet Inspection) Firewall and DoS (Denial of Service) Protection protect the router from cyber attacks. The SPI Firewall can prevent 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 > Settings. 3.
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    my network (via wired or wireless). How can I do that? 1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router. 2. Go to Advanced > Security > Access Control. 3. Enable Access Control. 4. Select the access mode to either block (recommended) or allow
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    Chapter 10 Network Security 3 ) Click Block above the Online Devices table. The selected devices will be added to Devices in Blacklist automatically. To allow specific device(s) 1 ) Select Whitelist and click Save. 2 ) Click Add in the Devices in Whitelist section. Enter the Device Name and MAC
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    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 ARP Binding. 4. Bind your device(s) according to your need. To bind the
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    the problem that an external host cannot initiatively communicate with a specified device on the local network. With the forwarding feature the router can on the local network, thus realizing some special functions. The TP-Link router supports four forwarding rules. If two or more rules are set,
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    example 192.168.0.100. 2. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router. 3. Go to Advanced > NAT Forwarding > Virtual Servers. 4. Click Add. Click View Existing Services and select HTTP. The External Port, Internal Port and Protocol will be
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    Service Type, you can enter the corresponding parameters manually. You should verify the port number that the service needs. • You can add multiple virtual server rules if you want to provide several services in a router with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router. 2. Go to Advanced >
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    • The triggering ports can not be overlapped. • If the application you need is not listed in the Existing Applications list, please enter the parameters manually. You should verify the external ports the application uses first and enter them into External Port field according to the format the page
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    players. To solve this problem, set your PC as a DMZ host with all ports open. How can I do that? 1. Assign a static IP address to your PC, for example 192.168.0.100. 2. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router. 3. Go to Advanced
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    this router. • Only the application supporting UPnP protocol can use this feature. • UPnP feature needs the support of Router 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
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    a secured way through internet when you are out of home. The router offers two ways to setup VPN connection: OpenVPN and PPTP (Point to and 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 easily,
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    http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router. 2. Go to Advanced > VPN Server > OpenVPN, and select Enable VPN Server. Note: • Before you enable VPN Server, we recommend you configure Dynamic DNS Service (recommended) or assign a static IP address for
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    file which will be used by the remote device to access your router. 12. 1. 2. Step 2. Configure OpenVPN Connection on Your Remote on each device that you plan to apply the VPN function to access your router. Mobile devices should download a third-party app from Google Play or Apple
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    http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router. 2. Go to Advanced > VPN Server > PPTP VPN, and select Enable VPN Server. Note: Before you enable VPN Server, we recommend you configure Dynamic DNS Service (recommended) or assign a static IP address for
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    Chapter 12 VPN Server 1 ) Click Add. 2 ) Enter the Username and Password to authenticate devices to the PPTP VPN Server. 3 ) Click OK. 12. 2. 2. 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
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    Chapter 12 VPN Server 3. Select Connect to a workplace and click Next. 4. Select Use my Internet connection (VPN). 63
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    Chapter 12 VPN Server 5. Enter the internet IP address of the router (for example: 218.18.1.73) in the Internet address field. Click Next. 6. Enter the User name and Password you have set for the PPTP VPN server on your router, and click Connect. 64
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    Chapter 12 VPN Server 7. The PPTP VPN connection is created and ready to use. 65
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    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 • Specify
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    . 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 the router. 2. Go to Advanced
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    . If not, select the LAN type to determine which port is used to support IPTV service. 4 ) Click Save. 5 ) Connect the set-top box to the 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
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    Your Network 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 > Network > DHCP Server. ¾¾ To specify the IP address that the router assigns: 1. Tick the Enable DHCP Server checkbox. 2. Enter the starting and ending
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    and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router. 2. Go to Advanced > Network > Dynamic DNS. 3. Select 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, please select NO-IP
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    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.
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    manually by a network administrator or a user by adding entries into a routing table. The manually-configured routing information guides the router subnet. Disable Router B's DHCP function. 2. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for Router A. 3. Go
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    by the port (WAN/LAN) that sends out data packets. In the example, the data are sent to the gateway through the LAN port of Router A, so LAN should be selected. Description: Enter a description for this static routing entry. 5. Click OK. 6. Check the System Routing Table below. If you can find
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    needs. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router. ¾¾ To use the Smart Connect function Smart Connect allows each of the router's wireless bands to use the same wireless settings. The router can balance network demand and assign devices to the
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    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. ¾¾ To change the security option: 1. Go to Advanced > Wireless > Wireless Settings. 2. Select the 2.4GHz or 5GHz wireless network. 3. Select an
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    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. Go to Advanced > Wireless > WPS. 13. 7. 1. Set the Router's PIN Router's PIN is enabled by default to allow wireless devices to connect to 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 printed on the label of the router. 13. 7. 2. Use the WPS Wizard for Wi-Fi Connections 1. Select a setup method
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    the following sections: • Set Up System Time • Control LEDs • Test the Network Connectivity • Upgrade the Firmware • Backup and Restore Configuration Settings • Set the Router to Reboot Regularly • Change the Login Password • Password Recovery • Local Management • Remote Management • System Log
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    system time 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 Tools > Time Settings. It is 12-hour current Internet time and click Save. ¾¾ To manually set the date and time: 1. In the Set Time field, select
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    LEDs either from the web management page or by pressing the LED button. 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 Parameters. 3. In the LED Control section, toggle to turn on / off the LED. 80
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    and the host or other network 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 > System Tools > Diagnostics. 3. Enter the information with the help of page tips: 1 ) Choose Ping or Traceroute as the diagnostic tool
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    will inform you through the web management page 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: • Make sure you remove all attached USB
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    page with the username and password you set for the router. You will see the Firmware Upgrade page. 14. 4. 2. Manual 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
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    in your computer. If not, try another way to connect your computer to the Internet and download the latest firmware file from www.tp-link.com. 2. Connect your computer to the router with an Ethernet cable. 3. Visit 192.168.0.1 and you will see the following upgrade page. 4. Click Browse and select
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    minutes for the restoring and rebooting. Note: During the restoring process, do not turn off or reset the router. ¾¾ To reset the router except your login password and TP-Link ID: 1. Click Restore under the Factory Default Restore session. 2. Wait a few minutes for the resetting and rebooting. Note
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    the web management page, the account management feature will be disabled. To manage the TP-Link ID, go to Basic > TP-Link Cloud. 1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with the password you set for the router. 2. Go to Advanced > System Tools > Administration and focus on the Account Management
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    new password for future logins. 14. 8. Password Recovery This feature allows you to recover the login password you set for you router in case you forget it. Note: If you are using a TP-Link ID to log in to the web management page, the Password Recovery feature will be disabled. To manage the
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    page and follow the instructions to set a new password. 14. 9. Local Management This feature allows you to limit the number of client devices on your LAN from accessing the router by using the MAC address-based authentication. 1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the
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    of the device manually. 4. Specify a Description for this entry. 5. Tick the Enable This Entry checkbox. 6. Click OK. 14. 10. 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
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    , 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 http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router. 2. Go to Advanced > System Tools > System Log. 3. Choose the type and level
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    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. Click Mail Settings. 4. Enter the information required: 1 ) From: Enter the email address
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    , allowing you to monitor the volume of Internet traffic statistics. 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 > Traffic Statistics. 3. Toggle on Traffic Statistics, and then you can monitor the traffic
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    Chapter 14 Manage the Router Click to reset the statistic information of the specific device. Click to delete the specific device item in the list. 93
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    I do if I forget my web management password? • If you are using a TP-Link ID to log in, or you have enabled the Password Recovery feature of the router, click Forgot password on the login page and then follow the instructions to reset it. • Alternatively, press and hold the Reset button of the
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    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. 95
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    contact the technical support. Note: You'll need to reconfigure the router to surf the internet once the router is reset. TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router. 2. Configure the IP address of the router: 1 ) Go to Advanced > Network > LAN, configure the IP address of the extended router
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    > System Tools > System Parameters and focus on the 2.4GHz WDS section, click Enable WDS Bridging. 2 ) Click Survey, locate the root router's SSID and click Choose (Here we take TP-Link_4F98 as example). 3 ) If the root router has wireless password, you should enter the wireless password of the root
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    if I cannot 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 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 one, please
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    router. 4 ) Wait another 1 or 2 minutes and check the internet access. • Reset the router to factory default settings and reconfigure the router. • Upgrade the firmware of the router tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router. 2 ) Go to Advanced > Network
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    access the internet. To resolve this 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 ID or the password you set for the router. 2 ) Go to Advanced > Network > LAN. 3 ) Modify
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    log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router. 3 ) Go to Advanced > Network > Internet. 4 ) Select your Internet Connection Type and fill in other parameters. 5 ) Click Save. 6 ) Restart the modem and the router again. • Please upgrade the firmware of the router. If you've tried
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    wireless network but fail to connect, please follow the steps below: • Authenticating problem/password mismatch: 1 ) Sometimes you will be asked to type in a PIN Network Security Key, usually you can only find it on the label of your router. 2 ) If you cannot find the PIN or PIN failed, you may
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    3 ) If it continues to show note of Network Security Key Mismatch, it is suggested to confirm the wireless password of your wireless router. Note: Wireless Password/Network Security Key is case sensitive. • Windows unable to connect to XXXX / Can not join this network / Taking longer than usual to
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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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    AC1900 Wireless MU-MIMO Gigabit Router Model Number: Archer C90 Component Name I.T.E. Power Supply Model T120150-2B1 Responsible party: TP-Link USA Corporation, d/b/a TP-Link not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
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    must not be colocated or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter." The device is restricted in indoor environment only. We, TP-Link USA Corporation, has determined that the equipment shown as above has been shown to comply with the applicable technical standards, FCC part 15
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    and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. We, TP-Link USA Corporation, has determined that the equipment shown as above has been
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    20dBm) 5150 MHz -5250 MHz(23dBm) EU declaration of conformity TP-Link hereby declares that the device is in compliance with the essential EU. The original EU declaration of conformity may be found at http://www.tp-link.com/en/ce RF Exposure Information This device meets the EU requirements (2014/
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    1. L'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage; 2. L'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement. Caution: 1. The device for operation in the band 5150-5250 MHz is only for indoor use to reduce the potential
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    Korea Warning Statements: NCC Notice & BSMI Notice: 注意！ 4.7.9.1 4.7.9.2 Pb Cd Hg 六價鉻 CrVI PBB PBDE PCB ○○ ○ ○ ○ ○ 外殼 ○○ ○ ○ ○ ○ − ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ 備考1. 超出0.1 wt 0.01 wt 備考2 備考3 110
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    Safety Information • Keep the device away from water, fire, humidity or hot environments. • Do not attempt to disassemble, repair, or modify the device. • 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
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User Guide
AC1900 Wireless MU-MIMO Gigabit Router
Archer C90