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Chapter 14 Manage the Router 2 ) Enter the IP Address or Domain Name of the tested host. 4. Click Start to begin the diagnostics. Tips: Click Advanced, you can modify the ping count, ping packet size or the Traceroute Max TTL. It's recommended to keep the default value. The figure below indicates the proper connection between the router and the Yahoo server (www.Yahoo.com) tested through Ping. The figure below indicates the proper connection between the router and the Yahoo server (www.Yahoo.com) tested through Traceroute. 14. 4. Upgrade the Firmware TP-Link aims at providing better network experience for users. We 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 devices from the router before the firmware upgrade to prevent data loss. • Backup your router configuration before firmware upgrade. • Do NOT turn off the router during the firmware upgrade. 14. 4. 1. Online Upgrade 1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router. 82

Section	Page
About This Guide	5
Get to Know About Your Router	7
1. 1. Product Overview	8
1. 2. Appearance	8
1. 2. 1. Front Panel	8
1. 2. 2. Back Panel	9
Connect the Hardware	11
2. 1. Position Your Router	12
2. 2. Connect Your Router	12
Log In to Your Router	15
Set Up Internet Connection	17
4. 1. Use Quick Setup Wizard	18
4. 2. Manually Set up Your Internet Connection	18
4. 3. Set Up an IPv6 Internet Connection	22
4. 4. Configure the Router in Access Point Mode	25
TP-Link Cloud Service	27
5. 1. Register a TP-Link ID	28
5. 2. Change Your TP-Link ID Information	28
5. 3. Manage the User TP-Link IDs	29
5. 3. 1. Add TP-Link ID to Manage the Router	30
5. 3. 2. Remove TP-Link ID(s) from Managing the Router	30
5. 4. Manage the Router via the TP-Link Tether App	31
Guest Network	32
6. 1. Create a Network for Guests	33
6. 2. Customize Guest Network Options	34
USB Settings	35
7. 1. Access the USB Storage Device	36
7. 1. 1. Access the USB Device Locally	36
7. 1. 2. Access the USB Device Remotely	37
7. 1. 3. Customize the Access Settings	39
7. 2. Media Sharing	43
Parental Controls	44
8. 1. Set Up Access Restrictions	45
8. 2. Monitor Internet Usage	47
QoS	49
Network Security	51
10. 1. Protect the Network from Cyber Attacks	52
10. 2. Access Control	53
10. 3. IP & MAC Binding	54
NAT Forwarding	56
11. 1. Share Local Resources on the Internet by Virtual Servers	57
11. 2. Open Ports Dynamically by Port Triggering	58
11. 3. Make Applications Free from Port Restriction by DMZ	59
11. 4. Make Xbox Online Games Run Smoothly by UPnP	60
VPN Server	62
12. 1. Use OpenVPN to Access Your Home Network	63
12. 1. 1. Step1. Set up OpenVPN Server on Your Router	63
12. 1. 2. Step 2. Configure OpenVPN Connection on Your Remote Device	64
12. 2. Use PPTP VPN to Access Your Home Network	64
12. 2. 1. Step 1. Set up PPTP VPN Server on Your Router	65
12. 2. 2. Step 2. Configure PPTP VPN Connection on Your Remote Device	66
Customize Your Network Settings	70
13. 1. Change the LAN Settings	71
13. 2. Configure to Support IPTV Service	71
13. 3. Specify DHCP Server Settings	73
13. 4. Set Up a Dynamic DNS Service Account	74
13. 5. Create Static Routes	76
13. 6. Specify Wireless Settings	78
13. 7. Use WPS for Wireless Connection	81
13. 7. 1. Set the Router’s PIN	81
13. 7. 2. Use the WPS Wizard for Wi-Fi Connections	81
Manage the Router	82
14. 1. Set Up System Time	83
14. 2. Control LEDs	84
14. 3. Test the Network Connectivity	85
14. 4. Upgrade the Firmware	86
14. 4. 1. Online Upgrade	86
14. 4. 2. Manual Upgrade	87
14. 4. 3. Restore Interrupted Upgrade after Power Failure	88
14. 5. Backup and Restore Configuration Settings	88
14. 6. Set the Router to Reboot Regularly	90
14. 7. Change the Login Password	90
14. 8. Password Recovery	91
14. 9. Local Management	92
14. 10. Remote Management	93
14. 11. System Log	94
14. 12. Monitor the Internet Traffic Statistics	96