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Tplink Configuration

The document provides instructions for setting up a router for the first time, including connecting the router to a modem and power source, logging into the router's user interface, selecting and changing the wireless network password and security settings, and tips for keeping the password secure such as changing it regularly. It also mentions updating the router for security and performance enhancements.

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Tplink Configuration

The document provides instructions for setting up a router for the first time, including connecting the router to a modem and power source, logging into the router's user interface, selecting and changing the wireless network password and security settings, and tips for keeping the password secure such as changing it regularly. It also mentions updating the router for security and performance enhancements.

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Introduction

A router is a box that allows multiple computers, smartphones, and so on to join the same
network. From there, the router is typically connected to a modem in order to provide an Internet
connection to any device that is connected to the router. This guide aims to help you through
the first time setup process for your router.

In the box you may have some of the following:

 The router's power supply or charger.


 Device manual.
 Driver disc (for some models).
 USB cable (for some models).
 Network cable (for some models).

1 Connect Power

1. Locate the power cable and connect it to a power source like an outlet or surge
protector.
2. Plug the other end of the power cable to the router's power input, which is typically
located in the rear.

3. Your router
should power on

2 Connect to modem by Cable/Wire

Your router must be connected to a modem in order to provide the local network with an Internet
connection.

1. Acquire an Ethernet cable.


2. Take one end of the cable and plug it into the Internet (or WAN) port on the rear of your
router. The port may be blue or grey.

3. Take one end of the cable and plug it into an available Ethernet (or LAN) port on the
rear of your modem. These ports are typically yellow.

4. Usually this is all that is needed to connect your router to a wired connection.

3 Log in

1. Using a computer that is connected to the TP-Link router, open a web browser (such as
Safari, Google Chrome or Internet Explorer).
2. At the top of the browser is the address bar, type in http://tplinkwifi.net.

3. If the address does not work, check the bottom of the router to confirm the default
access address. You can also try to connect via IP address
(example: http://192.168.1.1 or http://10.0.0.1)
4. If you are prompted for a username and password, you may find it on the same label
where your router's address is.

  Username: admin
  Password: admin

4 Select Password
Wherever possible, you should pick a password that is impossible to guess and is also resistant
to brute-force attacks.
5 Change SSID and Password
After logging-in the router's user interface:

1. Click on Wireless 2.4 then Wireless Settings.


2. Confirm or change the Network Name. The network name (or SSID) is the name others
will see when searching for available wireless networks in the area.
On some models you must click Advanced, Wireless, and then Wireless Settings in order to
change the network name.

3. Next, click on Wireless Security and type your new password. Scroll down and
click Save.

4. 4. For Ve
rsion, select WPA2-PSK.

One some models


you must select
the Security and
then the Version. Choose WPA/WPA2 - Personal and WPA2-PSK.

5. Enter the password you have chosen in the box next to Password.

6. Once complete, click Save.

7. Your wireless security settings have now been updated and your devices may connect
to it.

 Any time you change your wireless security settings you will need to reconnect your
wireless devices.
 If your router is dual-band, meaning it has a 2.4 and a 5 GHz network you may need to
repeat the steps listed above for each network because each network may be controlled
individually. You must use different network names for each band.
 If your router has a guest network you will need to repeat the steps listed above for the
guest network because it is controlled separately.
6 Keeping your password secure

Some precautions should be taken in order to keep your password secure.

Best Practices:

 Do not use a master password that you use everywhere (such as email, work, school,
home, network)
 If possible, do not share your password with anybody.
 Passwords that are shared with others, like for a home network, should only be shared if
necessary.
 Be aware when typing your password in public, or that in no way anyone is watching.
 Some types of electronic devices like computers and smartphones can remember
passwords, so beware of devices that are not yours.
 Make a schedule of when to change your password. For example, every 180 days.
 It is not recommended to write down passwords. But if you have to, make sure that it is
neither physically nor visually accessible by others.

7 Deciding to update

Router updates are provided to add new security features, fix vulnerabilities, or other
enhancements like performance upgrades. We recommend updating your router at
this time in order to get the best possible security. Depending on the model, you
may need an internet connection, access to a computer, and a formatted USB flash
drive in order to update.

You may update now or do so another time.

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