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  • TP-Link Deco X4300 Pro | Deco X4300 ProUS V1.6 User Guide - Page 1
    Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi 6 System Seamless Roaming | Parental Controls | Easy Setup User Guide Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi 6 System 1910013201 REV1.0.0 © 2022 TP-Link
  • TP-Link Deco X4300 Pro | Deco X4300 ProUS V1.6 User Guide - Page 2
    About This Guide 1 Appearance 2 Set Up Your Deco 3 Dashboard 6 Add More Decos 7 Check Deco Status 8 Set Main Deco 10 Remove/Reboot Deco 11 Manage 32 Upgrade Your Deco 33 Advanced Features 34 WPS 39 Managers 40 Control Your Deco with Alexa 42 Troubleshooting 43 Authentication 44
  • TP-Link Deco X4300 Pro | Deco X4300 ProUS V1.6 User Guide - Page 3
    can still connect to Deco for normal Wi-Fi use. Seamless Roaming Disclaimer Clients need to support 802.11k/v/r and may require additional set up. Performance may vary depending on the client device. HomeShield Disclaimer HomeShield includes the Free Basic Plan. Fees apply for the Pro Plan. Visit tp
  • TP-Link Deco X4300 Pro | Deco X4300 ProUS V1.6 User Guide - Page 4
    can be found at the bottom of the product. Pulse Yellow: Deco is resetting. Solid Yellow: Deco is starting up. Pulse Blue: Deco is ready for setup. Solid Blue: Deco is setting up. Pulse Green: Deco is upgrading firmware. Solid Green: Deco is all set up and connected to internet. Pulse Red: The
  • TP-Link Deco X4300 Pro | Deco X4300 ProUS V1.6 User Guide - Page 5
    Set Up Your Deco The intuitive Deco app guides you through an easy setup process that gets each unit up and running and all your devices connected and online. Follow the steps below to set up your Deco Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi System. 1. Download and install the Deco app Scan the QR code below or
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    a location for this Deco. If its location is not listed, you can create a new one by choosing Custom. This will be the name of your Deco. 6. Set up internet connection Select the internet connection type and enter the information. If you are not sure, contact your internet service provider. 4
  • TP-Link Deco X4300 Pro | Deco X4300 ProUS V1.6 User Guide - Page 7
    name and password you use to connect your devices to Wi-Fi. 8. Connect to your Wi-Fi network Connect your phone/tablet to the Deco's Wi-Fi. 9. Setup complete Your Deco network is now up. Connect all devices to the Deco network. You can also Add More Decos to expand the Wi-Fi coverage. 5
  • TP-Link Deco X4300 Pro | Deco X4300 ProUS V1.6 User Guide - Page 8
    Dashboard After you successfully set up your Deco network, you will see the dashboard of the Deco app. Here you can get an overview of the network status, create shortcut and automation, customize your home network with enhanced security using a kit of
  • TP-Link Deco X4300 Pro | Deco X4300 ProUS V1.6 User Guide - Page 9
    Add More Decos After created a Deco network, you can add more Deco units into the network to expand the Wi-Fi coverage, and manage them conveniently on your Deco app. 1. In Overview, tap + > DECOS. 2. Select the Deco model you want to add, and follow app instructions to complete the setup. 7
  • TP-Link Deco X4300 Pro | Deco X4300 ProUS V1.6 User Guide - Page 10
    can check the working status (online/offline) of all the Decos, check the details (speed/Deco's IP address & MAC address/connected clients) of each Deco, change the Deco's location/name, and more. Tap to check all Decos' status Tap a Deco unit to check more details. Check download/upload speed of
  • TP-Link Deco X4300 Pro | Deco X4300 ProUS V1.6 User Guide - Page 11
    Change or customize the location/name of the Deco. Check the clients connected to the Deco. Enable the Mesh feature, then the client can seamlessly switch to the Deco that provides the fastest speed as you move around. 9
  • TP-Link Deco X4300 Pro | Deco X4300 ProUS V1.6 User Guide - Page 12
    the new main Deco to the modem or Ethernet outlet for internet connection. For DSL Deco, connect it to the phone jack or DSL splitter. For 4G/5G Deco, insert a nano SIM card to it. 1. In Overview, tap . 2. Tap > Set Main Deco. 3. Choose a satellite Deco and follow app instructions to complete the
  • TP-Link Deco X4300 Pro | Deco X4300 ProUS V1.6 User Guide - Page 13
    again. You can also press the Reset button on the Deco for 1 second to quickly reset your Deco to factory default settings. 1. In Overview, tap . 2. Select a Deco unit. 3. Tap to remove or reboot the Deco. Note: If the LED light of Deco does not turn pulsing blue after tapping Remove, press the
  • TP-Link Deco X4300 Pro | Deco X4300 ProUS V1.6 User Guide - Page 14
    Manage Connected Devices In Overview, you can mange your connected devices easily, such as changing the device name/type/location, enabling automation, Mesh Technology and high priority for the device, setting a profile to manage its online activities, and more. Tap a connected device to check the
  • TP-Link Deco X4300 Pro | Deco X4300 ProUS V1.6 User Guide - Page 15
    Tap Automation to enable, disable, or edit it. If you have not set automation yet, follow Automation to create one. Enable High Priority and set the Duration time to prioritize the connection of this device during the time, such as a family member's laptop for one hour during a video call. 13
  • TP-Link Deco X4300 Pro | Deco X4300 ProUS V1.6 User Guide - Page 16
    to manage the device settings, including changing the device name/type, viewing device detailed information (IP address, MAC address, connected network, linked Deco, etc.), and more. Tap Location to sort the devices by customized locations so that you can quickly find and manage the devices. 14
  • TP-Link Deco X4300 Pro | Deco X4300 ProUS V1.6 User Guide - Page 17
    the internet if necessary. For more information about the feature, refer to HomeShield. Enable Mesh Technology and then the device can seamlessly switch to the Deco that provides the fastest speed as you move around. 15
  • TP-Link Deco X4300 Pro | Deco X4300 ProUS V1.6 User Guide - Page 18
    Sort Devices By Locations After adding your devices to the Deco network, you can sort them by customized locations so that it will be more convenient Room", so you can quickly find and manage these devices. In Overview, tap + > LOCATIONS. Follow app instructions to sort your devices by location. 16
  • TP-Link Deco X4300 Pro | Deco X4300 ProUS V1.6 User Guide - Page 19
    from the Deco app with one account. You can also help family or friends manage their networks with your Deco app. Two methods are provided as below to create a new network. Method 1. Create a new network from the Overview page Tap > Create New Network. Then follow app instructions to complete
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    Method 2. Create a new network from the Menu page 1. Tap to open the menu. 2. Tap > CREATE NEW NETWORK. 3. Follow app instructions to complete the setup. 18
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    Change Network Owner You can change the network owner on the Deco app without resetting the whole Deco network. Follow the steps below. In Overview, tap > > Change Network Owner. Follow app instructions to change the network owner. Then you will not be able to manage this network with your account
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    Delete a Network You can delete a Deco network if you don't need it anymore. Deleting a Deco network will reset all Decos in this network to factory default settings. 1. In Overview, tap . 2. Tap > Delete. 20
  • TP-Link Deco X4300 Pro | Deco X4300 ProUS V1.6 User Guide - Page 23
    Add Smart Devices After creating a Deco network, you can add your smart home devices to the network and manage them conveniently on your Deco app. In Overview, tap + > SMART DEVICES. Follow app instructions to add your smart devices to the network. Then the smart devices will display on the Overview
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    the steps below. Note: If you want to create shortcuts for your smart devices, follow Add Smart Devices to add the smart devices to the Deco network first. 1. Tap > Shortcut > CREATE. 2. Add an action. 3. Choose an action type. 4. Choose the action device. 22
  • TP-Link Deco X4300 Pro | Deco X4300 ProUS V1.6 User Guide - Page 25
    5. Set how the action behaves when executed. For example, set as 6. Select an icon and set a name for below then the living room light will turn on 1 minute after you tap the the shortcut to finish the settings. shortcut icon and will turn off automatically after 2.5 hours. 7. Tap the icon to
  • TP-Link Deco X4300 Pro | Deco X4300 ProUS V1.6 User Guide - Page 26
    you to set interactions between your devices by adding triggers and actions. For example, when you get home and your smartphone is connected to the Deco network (which is a trigger), the living room plug automatically turns on (which is an action). Then the kettle plugged into the living room plug
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    5. Select the trigger device and set the trigger details. 6. Add an action. 25
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    7. Select the action device and set the action details. For example, set the action as below then the living room plug will turn on after you tap the shortcut icon, and will turn off automatically after 1.5 hours. Tip: If you have set Delay Action, you will need to wait for the time you set before
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    8. Set a name for the automation. 9. Automation setup completed. The automation will take effect when the trigger is executed. 27
  • TP-Link Deco X4300 Pro | Deco X4300 ProUS V1.6 User Guide - Page 30
    to HomeShield Pro: go to the product support page at https://www.tp-link.com and refer to TP-Link HomeShield User Guide. HomeShield Pro Subscription: member's laptop for one hour during a video call. Weekly/Monthly Reports: Review a weekly or a monthly list of usage, such as security threats, top
  • TP-Link Deco X4300 Pro | Deco X4300 ProUS V1.6 User Guide - Page 31
    Wi-Fi Settings You can change the network name and password of your main network at any time and share the network easily with family and friends. Tap > Wi-Fi. Manage main network (e.g. change your main network's Wi-Fi name and Share your network with others. password, hide the network from Wi-Fi
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    Guest Network You can create and share a separate network for guests to guarantee the security and privacy of your main network. Tap > Wi-Fi and enable Guest Network. Set a Wi-Fi name and password for the guest network. Share your guest network with others. 30
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    Blacklist Add devices to the blacklist to prevent the devices from accessing your network, ensuring the safety of your personal information shared in the network. Tap > Blacklist. Tap + and add clients or other devices to the blacklist. Remove devices/clients from blacklist. 31
  • TP-Link Deco X4300 Pro | Deco X4300 ProUS V1.6 User Guide - Page 34
    -to-date firmware provides better and more stable network performance. Always update your Deco to the latest firmware version when prompted in the Deco app. 1. Tap > Update Deco 2. Download and install the firmware (if any) and follow app instructions to update your Deco to the latest version. 32
  • TP-Link Deco X4300 Pro | Deco X4300 ProUS V1.6 User Guide - Page 35
    to make your local computers accessible to other devices over the internet, enable TP-Link DDNS/SIP ALG/UPNP/fast roaming/beamforming, control Deco's LED, change the operation mode, set connection alerts and notifications. Tap > Advanced. View IPv4 details or change the internet connection type
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    Modify LAN IP to avoid IP address Change DHCP server settings. confict. Enable IPTV/VLAN mode to support Enable MAC Clone if Deco fails to IPTV services. connect to the internet. Tip: For more about MAC Clone, refer to https://www.tp-link.com/support/faq/2925/ 34
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    Reserve IP addresses for specific devices to recognize and manage the device more easily. Set up port forwarding rules to enable devices in your network accessible over the internet with safety. Register a TP-Link DDNS domain Enable SIP ALG to communicate name to access your router and with SIP (
  • TP-Link Deco X4300 Pro | Deco X4300 ProUS V1.6 User Guide - Page 38
    allow your local Enable Fast Roaming to allow network to dynamically open ports your wireless devices to switch for applications like gaming. connection to different Decos. Enable Beamforming to concentrate Toggle off LED to turn off the light on Wi-Fi signal towards connected
  • TP-Link Deco X4300 Pro | Deco X4300 ProUS V1.6 User Guide - Page 39
    Change the operation mode. Note: When the Deco works in Access Point mode, advanced features such as IPv4, Address Reservation, Port Forwarding, and DHCP server are Set notifications to receive alerts in notifications once the clients the notification bar. connect to or disconnect from Deco. 37
  • TP-Link Deco X4300 Pro | Deco X4300 ProUS V1.6 User Guide - Page 40
    WPS WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) helps you to quickly and securely connect a client to the network with a tap without entering any password. 1. Tap > WPS. 2. Tap the WPS icon on Deco app and then on your client. 3. Your device has connected to the network successfully if shown as below. 38
  • TP-Link Deco X4300 Pro | Deco X4300 ProUS V1.6 User Guide - Page 41
    have their own TP-Link ID. Note: Managers can not modify owner's account, add other accounts, or set manager privileges. Tap > Managers, and follow app instructions to add other TP-Link ID accounts as managers. 39
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    Set privileges for managers. Note: Privileges may vary slightly depending on the model, the current operation mode, and software version you have. Remove managers. 40
  • TP-Link Deco X4300 Pro | Deco X4300 ProUS V1.6 User Guide - Page 43
    app, refer to https://www.tp-link.com/support/faq/1571/. Note: This feature is currently available in English (US), English (UK), German and Japanese. In the Deco app, tap to open the menu, tap Friends of Deco > Alexa > TP-Link Router Skill, then follow the app instructions complete the setup. 41
  • TP-Link Deco X4300 Pro | Deco X4300 ProUS V1.6 User Guide - Page 44
    Troubleshooting Solutions to common problems during setup or use are provided here for reference. Follow the steps and the provided link below to diagnose and solve problems you might experience with your Deco. If problems still exist, contact us: https://www.tp-link.com/support Q1. What should I do
  • TP-Link Deco X4300 Pro | Deco X4300 ProUS V1.6 User Guide - Page 45
    : AX4300 Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi 6 System Model Number: Deco X4300 Pro Component Name I.T.E POWER SUPPLY Component Model T120200-2B4 Responsible party energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is
  • TP-Link Deco X4300 Pro | Deco X4300 ProUS V1.6 User Guide - Page 46
    • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV technician for help. This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference. 2. This device must accept any interference received, including
  • TP-Link Deco X4300 Pro | Deco X4300 ProUS V1.6 User Guide - Page 47
    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
  • TP-Link Deco X4300 Pro | Deco X4300 ProUS V1.6 User Guide - Page 48
    • Keep the device away from water, fire, humidity or hot environments. • 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. • Do not use any other chargers than those recommended. • Do
  • TP-Link Deco X4300 Pro | Deco X4300 ProUS V1.6 User Guide - Page 49
    Explanation of the symbols on the product label Symbol DC voltage Caution Operator's manual ~ Alternating current Explanation Class II equipment Polarity of output terminals Energy efficiency Marking Indoor use only RECYCLING This product bears the selective sorting symbol for
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Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi 6 System
Seamless Roaming | Parental Controls | Easy Setup
User Guide
Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi 6 System
1910013201
REV1.0.0
© 2022 TP-Link