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... click to redirect to Deco for 3 years from IEEE Standard 802.11 specifications. Other wireless devices can be found on . Performance may vary by model and software version. All images, steps, and descriptions in teal, including management page text such as menus, items, buttons and so on the product page at https://www.tp-link.com/support/. Conventions In this guide, the following conventions are...
... click to redirect to Deco for 3 years from IEEE Standard 802.11 specifications. Other wireless devices can be found on . Performance may vary by model and software version. All images, steps, and descriptions in teal, including management page text such as menus, items, buttons and so on the product page at https://www.tp-link.com/support/. Conventions In this guide, the following conventions are...
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... other internet devices. See the explanation below: Yellow pulse: Deco is well. Red solid: Deco has an issue. Blue pulse: Deco is disconnected from main Deco. Ethernet ports: For connecting Deco to its status, two RJ-45 Ethernet ports and a power slot. Red pulse: Deco is ready for setup. Green pulse: Deco is starting up . Reset button: Press to reset Deco to the power socket via the provided power adapter. 2 Yellow solid: Deco is upgrading firmware. Power slot: For connecting Deco to factory default settings.
... other internet devices. See the explanation below: Yellow pulse: Deco is well. Red solid: Deco has an issue. Blue pulse: Deco is disconnected from main Deco. Ethernet ports: For connecting Deco to its status, two RJ-45 Ethernet ports and a power slot. Red pulse: Deco is ready for setup. Green pulse: Deco is starting up . Reset button: Press to reset Deco to the power socket via the provided power adapter. 2 Yellow solid: Deco is upgrading firmware. Power slot: For connecting Deco to factory default settings.
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...'t have a TP-Link ID, tap SIGN UP. Download and install the Deco app Scan the QR code below to log in or sign up your Deco Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi system. 1. Install the app on . If you through the rest. 3. Connect your modem to download the Deco app. Use your TP-Link ID to set up with TP-Link ID Open the app. or 3 Set Up Your Deco Follow the steps below...
...'t have a TP-Link ID, tap SIGN UP. Download and install the Deco app Scan the QR code below to log in or sign up your Deco Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi system. 1. Install the app on . If you through the rest. 3. Connect your modem to download the Deco app. Use your TP-Link ID to set up with TP-Link ID Open the app. or 3 Set Up Your Deco Follow the steps below...
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Select a location Select a location for this Deco. These will guide you use to connect your Wi-Fi network Set a network name and a password. Add more Decos to Wi-Fi. 6. If its location is not listed, you can add more Decos You can create a new one by one by choosing Custom. 5. The app will be the name and password you through the process of adding more Decos one . 4 Create your devices to expand Wi-Fi coverage. 4.
Select a location Select a location for this Deco. These will guide you use to connect your Wi-Fi network Set a network name and a password. Add more Decos to Wi-Fi. 6. If its location is not listed, you can add more Decos You can create a new one by one by choosing Custom. 5. The app will be the name and password you through the process of adding more Decos one . 4 Create your devices to expand Wi-Fi coverage. 4.
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Features on Deco After you successfully set up your Deco network, you can set up various features on Deco. This chapter contains the following sections: • Dashboard • Overview • Shortcut • Automation • Wi-Fi Settings • Internet Speed Test • Blacklist • WPS • Parental Controls • Antivirus • QoS • Monthly Report • Managers • Advanced Features • Online Upgrade 5
Features on Deco After you successfully set up your Deco network, you can set up various features on Deco. This chapter contains the following sections: • Dashboard • Overview • Shortcut • Automation • Wi-Fi Settings • Internet Speed Test • Blacklist • WPS • Parental Controls • Antivirus • QoS • Monthly Report • Managers • Advanced Features • Online Upgrade 5
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Here you can get an overview of the Deco app. Tap to enter OVERVIEW Tap to enter SHORTCUT Tap to enter AUTOMATION Tap to set up your Deco network, you will see the dashboard of the network status, create shortcut and automation, and set up more features 6 Dashboard After you successfully set up various advanced features.
Here you can get an overview of the Deco app. Tap to enter OVERVIEW Tap to enter SHORTCUT Tap to enter AUTOMATION Tap to set up your Deco network, you will see the dashboard of the network status, create shortcut and automation, and set up more features 6 Dashboard After you successfully set up various advanced features.
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Tap to enter OVERVIEW Swipe right to open the menu Tap > Smart Devices to add smart devices 7 Overview In Overview, you can check the working status of all the Decos, manage the connected devices, add smart devices, use friends of Deco, and more.
Tap to enter OVERVIEW Swipe right to open the menu Tap > Smart Devices to add smart devices 7 Overview In Overview, you can check the working status of all the Decos, manage the connected devices, add smart devices, use friends of Deco, and more.
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Tap to check Deco status Select a Deco to view the details Select a connected device to view the details 8
Tap to check Deco status Select a Deco to view the details Select a connected device to view the details 8
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For example, if the bedroom light comes on (which is a trigger), and then the air conditioner in the bedroom will start running (which is an action). Tap to set interactions between your smart devices by adding triggers and actions. Automation Automation allows you to enter AUTOMATION Add triggers Add actions Manage the automation 10
For example, if the bedroom light comes on (which is a trigger), and then the air conditioner in the bedroom will start running (which is an action). Tap to set interactions between your smart devices by adding triggers and actions. Automation Automation allows you to enter AUTOMATION Add triggers Add actions Manage the automation 10
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Parental Controls Create profiles for how long each . Tap > Parental Controls Add new profile Set filter level Set time controls 15 Block inappropriate content and pause the internet if necessary. Set individualized parental controls including when and for family members and specify the devices that belong to each person can access the internet.
Parental Controls Create profiles for how long each . Tap > Parental Controls Add new profile Set filter level Set time controls 15 Block inappropriate content and pause the internet if necessary. Set individualized parental controls including when and for family members and specify the devices that belong to each person can access the internet.
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Tap > QoS Prioritize an online activity Prioritize devices Customize application priority 17 QoS There are two ways to the whole family, such as a family member's laptop for one hour during a video call. You can also prioritize the online activity that's most important to use the QoS (Quality of a particular device for a set duration, such as Streaming or Gaming. You can prioritize the connection of Service) function.
Tap > QoS Prioritize an online activity Prioritize devices Customize application priority 17 QoS There are two ways to the whole family, such as a family member's laptop for one hour during a video call. You can also prioritize the online activity that's most important to use the QoS (Quality of a particular device for a set duration, such as Streaming or Gaming. You can prioritize the connection of Service) function.
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Each manager should have their own TP-Link ID. Tap > Managers Add as manager Set privileges for managers Manage manager list 19 Managers Add friends and family members to help manage your network.
Each manager should have their own TP-Link ID. Tap > Managers Add as manager Set privileges for managers Manage manager list 19 Managers Add friends and family members to help manage your network.
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You can modify WAN settings (IPv4 & IPv6), add IPv6 firewall rules, modify LAN IP, set up DHCP server, enable VLAN/IPTV/MAC Clone mode, reserve the same IP address for a specific device, set up port forwarding rules to make your local computers accessible to other devices over the internet, enable TP-Link DDNS, SIP ALG, fast roaming and beamforming, control Deco's LED, change the working mode, and configure the notification settings. Advanced Features Additional features are available under the Advanced menu. Tap > Advanced View IPv4 details Enable IPv6 Add IPv6 firewall rules 20
You can modify WAN settings (IPv4 & IPv6), add IPv6 firewall rules, modify LAN IP, set up DHCP server, enable VLAN/IPTV/MAC Clone mode, reserve the same IP address for a specific device, set up port forwarding rules to make your local computers accessible to other devices over the internet, enable TP-Link DDNS, SIP ALG, fast roaming and beamforming, control Deco's LED, change the working mode, and configure the notification settings. Advanced Features Additional features are available under the Advanced menu. Tap > Advanced View IPv4 details Enable IPv6 Add IPv6 firewall rules 20
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Update Deco when prompted in the Deco app. Online Upgrade TP-Link is up-to improving product features and providing a better customer experience. Tap > Update Deco Update available Updating Deco Deco is dedicated to -date 25
Update Deco when prompted in the Deco app. Online Upgrade TP-Link is up-to improving product features and providing a better customer experience. Tap > Update Deco Update available Updating Deco Deco is dedicated to -date 25
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Copyright © 2020 TP-Link Technologies Co., Ltd. No part of TP-Link Technologies Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. 26 Authentication COPYRIGHT & TRADEMARKS Specifications are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. is a registered trademark of the specifications may be reproduced in any form or by any means or used to change without permission from TP-Link Technologies Co., Ltd. Other brands and product names are subject to make any derivative such as translation, transformation, or adaptation without notice.
Copyright © 2020 TP-Link Technologies Co., Ltd. No part of TP-Link Technologies Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. 26 Authentication COPYRIGHT & TRADEMARKS Specifications are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. is a registered trademark of the specifications may be reproduced in any form or by any means or used to change without permission from TP-Link Technologies Co., Ltd. Other brands and product names are subject to make any derivative such as translation, transformation, or adaptation without notice.
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POWER SUPPLY Model T120120-2B4 Responsible party: TP-Link USA Corporation, d/b/a TP-Link North America, Inc. This equipment generates, uses and can be determined by turning the equipment off and on a circuit different from that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which the receiver is connected. • Consult the...
POWER SUPPLY Model T120120-2B4 Responsible party: TP-Link USA Corporation, d/b/a TP-Link North America, Inc. This equipment generates, uses and can be determined by turning the equipment off and on a circuit different from that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which the receiver is connected. • Consult the...
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... other antenna or transmitter. Issue Date: 2019.7.19 FCC compliance information statement Product Name: I.T.E POWER SUPPLY Model Number: T120120-2B4 Responsible party: TP-Link USA Corporation, d/b/a TP-Link North America, Inc. This device must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any interference received, including interference that the equipment shown as above has been shown to only Mobile Configurations. Note...
... other antenna or transmitter. Issue Date: 2019.7.19 FCC compliance information statement Product Name: I.T.E POWER SUPPLY Model Number: T120120-2B4 Responsible party: TP-Link USA Corporation, d/b/a TP-Link North America, Inc. This device must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any interference received, including interference that the equipment shown as above has been shown to only Mobile Configurations. Note...
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... by turning the equipment off and on a circuit different from all persons and must accept any other antenna or transmitter." The antennas used in the equipment and the equipment is made in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. This device must not be co-located or operating in a residential installation. Any changes or...
... by turning the equipment off and on a circuit different from all persons and must accept any other antenna or transmitter." The antennas used in the equipment and the equipment is made in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. This device must not be co-located or operating in a residential installation. Any changes or...
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... transmitted power) 2412MHz-2483.5MHz (20dBm) 5150MHz-5250MHz (23dBm) EU declaration of conformity TP-Link hereby declares that the device is a class B product. The original EU declaration of health protection. National Restrictions Attention: This device may only be required to electromagnetic fields by way of conformity may be used indoors in compliance with RF specifications when the device used at...
... transmitted power) 2412MHz-2483.5MHz (20dBm) 5150MHz-5250MHz (23dBm) EU declaration of conformity TP-Link hereby declares that the device is a class B product. The original EU declaration of health protection. National Restrictions Attention: This device may only be required to electromagnetic fields by way of conformity may be used indoors in compliance with RF specifications when the device used at...
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..., please don't hesitate to improper use this product. Please read and follow the above safety information when operating the device. If you have 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. • Use only power supplies which are provided by manufacturer...
..., please don't hesitate to improper use this product. Please read and follow the above safety information when operating the device. If you have 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. • Use only power supplies which are provided by manufacturer...