TP-Link Archer C54 Quick Installation Manual page 2

Access Point Mode
If you already have a router, you can switch this new router to Access Point
mode to extend your existing network. Follow the steps below.
Internet Ethernet1Ethernet2 Ethernet3 Ethernet4
Ethernet
Internet Ethernet4 WAN
Existing
Router Router
a. Power on the router.
b. Connect the router's WAN port to your existing router's Ethernet port
via an Ethernet cable as shown above.
c. Connect a computer to the router via an Ethernet cable or wirelessly by
using the SSID (network name) and Wireless Password printed on the
label at the bottom of the router.
d. Launch a web browser and enter http://tplinkwifi.net in the address bar.
Create a password to log in.
e. Click Change Mode in the top right corner and select Access Point
Mode. Wait for the router to reboot.
Note: You can also go to Advanced > Operation Mode to switch to Access Point Mode.
f. Use http://tplinkwifi.net to log in to the web management page and
follow the step-by-step instructions to set up the internet connection.
FAQ (
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What can I do if the login window does not appear?
Reboot your router and try again.
If the computer is set to a static IP address, change its settings to obtain an IP
address and DNS server address automatically.
Verify that http://tplinkwifi.net or http://192.168.0.1 is correctly entered in the web
browser. Alternatively, enter http://192.168.1.1 in the web browser and press Enter.
Use another web browser and try again.
Disable and then enable the network adapter being used.
Q2. What can I do if I cannot access the internet when in Router mode?
Reboot your modem and router, then try again.
Check if the internet is working normally by connecting a computer directly to the
modem using an Ethernet cable. If it is not, contact your Internet Service Provider.
Log in to the web management page of the router, and go to the Network Map
page to check whether the WAN IP address is valid or not. If it is not, check the
hardware connection or contact your internet service provider.
For cable modem users, log in to the web management page of the router. Go to
Advanced > Network > Internet and locate the MAC Clone section. Select Clone
Current Device MAC, and click SAVE. Then reboot both the modem and the router.
Range Extender Mode
In this mode, the router boosts the existing wireless coverage in your home.
1. Configure
a. Place the router next to your host router and power it on.
b. Connect a computer to the router via an Ethernet cable or wirelessly by
using the SSID (network name) and Wireless Password printed on the
label at the bottom of the router.
Devices
c. Launch a web browser and enter http://tplinkwifi.net in the address bar.
Create a password to log in.
d. Click Change Mode in the top right corner and select Range Extender
Mode. Wait for the router to reboot.
Note: You can also go to Advanced > Operation Mode to switch to Range Extender Mode.
e. Use http://tplinkwifi.net to log in to the web management page and follow
the step-by-step instructions to set up the internet connection.
2. Relocate
Place the router about halfway between your host router and the Wi-Fi
"dead" zone. The location you choose must be within the range of your
existing host network.
Host Network
Host Router
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Q3. How do I restore the router to its factory default settings?
With the router powered on, press and hold the WPS/RESET button on the back
panel of the router until all LEDs turn off. The router will reboot.
Log in to the web management page of the router. Go to Advanced > System >
Backup & Restore (or System>Backup & Restore in Access Point Mode or Range
Extender Mode), and locate the Factory Default Restore section. Then click
FACTORY RESTORE. The router will restore and reboot automatically.
Q4. What can I do if I forgot my web management password?
Refer to FAQ > Q3 to reset the router, then create a password to log in.
Q5. What can I do if I forgot my wireless network password?
The factory default wireless password is printed on the label of the router.
Connect a computer directly to the router using an Ethernet cable. Log in to the
router's web management page, and go to the Wireless page to obtain or reset your
wireless password.
Extended Network
Router Devices
Appearance
Item Description
Solid on:
Power is on.
Blinking slowly:
Power Green
The system is starting up or firmware upgrade is in progress.
Blinking quickly:
WPS connection is in progress.
2.4 GHz Green Solid on: The 2.4GHz wireless band is enabled.
5 GHz Green Solid on: The 5GHz wireless band is enabled.
Green Solid on: At least one LAN port is connected.
LAN
Solid on:
Orange
Router Mode: The WAN port is connected, but internet is not
available.
Internet
Solid on:
Router Mode: Internet is available.
Green Access Point Mode: The WAN port is connected.
Range Extender Mode: The router is connected to the host
network.
Press for 1 second to enable the WPS function.
WPS/RESET
Press and hold the button until all LEDs turn off to reset the router to
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its factory default settings.
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 where wireless devices are not allowed.
Adapter shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.
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