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1 Connect the Hardware Unplug the power to turn off your modem, if any, and remove the backup battery if it has one. Unplug the power Modem If your internet comes from an Ethernet outlet instead of a DSL / Cable / Satellite modem, connect the router's WAN port to it, then follow steps 3 and 4 to complete the hardware connection. *Image may differ from actual product. 1 Connect the powered-off modem to the router's WAN port with an Ethernet cable. WPS Button Internet LAN WAN 3 Connect the router to a power source via the provided power adapter. 2 Power on the modem, and then wait about 2 minutes for it to restart. 4 Verify the LED is solid red or blue before moving on. On (red or blue) 2 Set Up the Network Method ONE: Via TP-Link Tether App Method TWO: Via a Web Browser 1. Download the Tether app. or 1. Connect your device to the router wirelessly or with an Ethernet cable. The default wireless network names (SSIDs) and password are printed on the label at the back of the router. Scan for Tether Tether 2. Open the Tether app and log in with your TP-Link ID. Note: If you don't have an account, create one first. 3. Tap the button in the Tether app and select Wireless Router > Standard Routers. Follow the steps to complete the setup and connect to the internet. Wireless Password/PIN:XXXXXXXX SSID:TP-Link_XXXX SSID:TP-Link_XXXX_5G QR Code JOIN PRESET WI-FI 2. Launch a web browser, and enter http://tplinkwifi.net or http://192.168.0.1 in the address bar. Create a password to log in. Note: If the login window does not appear, please refer to Q1 of Need Help? in this guide. http://tplinkwifi.net Choose Your Device Type Wireless Router Gaming Router Range Extender New Password: Confirm Password: Let's Get Started 3. Follow the step-by-step instructions to set up the internet connection and register for the TP-Link Cloud service. To enjoy a more complete service from TP-Link, bind your TP-Link ID to the router. 3 Mount the Router on the Wall The back area of the router is used for heat dissipation. It works best when the router is mounted on a wall. Method ONE: Via 3M Adhesives* Method TWO: Via mounting bracket 1. Tear off the protective paper from the 1. Mount the bracket on the wall in the 3M adhesives on the back of the correct direction with the two provided router. anchors and screws. *2 extra 3M adhesives 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 level is centered. UP 2. Adhere the router vertically to a flat surface that is out of children's reach. Note: This equipment shall be installed at a height of less than 2 meters. 2. Attach the router on the bracket as shown below. UP CAUTION: 3M adhesives may damage the wall or leave adhesive residue on the wall when removed. Caution, Hot Surface The device should be used within a temperature range of 0°C-40°C. When the router is working, the temperature on its back is high. Do not touch the router with bare hands, and do not stick or directly mount the router to wallpaper, paper, wood, glass, non-heat-resistant paint, foam board, flammable and explosive materials, etc, to avoid burns, discoloration, breakage or other accidental injury. It is recommended to mount the router to flat and smooth painted walls, tile walls, and other objects. Do not stick it on metal surfaces, so as not to shield the wireless signal.