Installation Guide

LED Explanation

Power

• On: Power on
• Off: Power off

System (SYS)

• Flashing: System running normally
• On/Off: System running abnormally

Link/Act (for ER605) / SFP WAN (for ER7206)

• On: Connecting to a device but no activity
• Off: No device connected to the corresponding port
• Flashing: Transmitting or receiving data

Link/Act and 1000Mbps (for ER7206)

• On: Connecting to a device and running at 1000 Mbps
• Off: No device connected/connecting to a device but not running at 1000 Mbps
• On: Connecting to a device but no activity
• Off: No device connected to the corresponding port
• Flashing: Transmitting or receiving data

Note: For simplicity, the ER605 is used as an example throughout this Guide.

Connection

Diagram Description: The network connection shows an [Internet connection] leading to a [Modem device]. The [Modem device] connects to the [WAN] port of the TP-Link Omada Gigabit VPN Router (ER605). A [Computer] is connected to one of the [LAN] ports of the router via an RJ45 cable.

Note: Use the charger provided in the package to power on the router.

Configuration

The router supports two configuration options:

• Standalone Mode: Configure and manage the router individually.
• Controller Mode: Configure and manage network devices centrally. This mode is recommended for large-scale networks comprising multiple devices like access points, switches, and gateways.

Note: When the router is managed by a controller, its configurations will be overridden by the controller.

Option 1: Standalone Mode

In Standalone Mode, use a computer to configure and manage the router.

Diagram Description: A network setup showing a [TP-Link Router] connected to a [Computer] via an RJ45 cable. The router has multiple LAN ports.

1. Connect a computer to a LAN port of the router using an RJ45 cable. If your computer is configured with a static IP address, change it to obtain an IP address automatically.
2. Open a web browser and navigate to the default management address: 192.168.0.1. Press the Enter key.
3. Create a username and password for subsequent logins and security.
4. Use the created username and password to log in to the webpage.
5. After a successful login, you can configure the router's functions by accessing the setup menu on the left side of the screen.

For detailed configurations, refer to the User Guide of the router. The guide can be found on the download center of the official TP-Link website: https://www.tp-link.com/support/download/.

Option 2: Controller Mode

Controller Mode is suitable for large-scale networks with numerous devices. All devices can be centrally configured and monitored using the Omada Software Controller, Omada Hardware Controller, or Omada Cloud-Based Controller.

Topology 1: Via Omada Software/Hardware Controller

Via Omada Hardware Controller (OC200/OC300)

The Omada Hardware Controller (OC200/OC300), which comes with Omada Software Controller pre-installed, is a good alternative if you do not have a spare PC to continuously run the Omada Software Controller. It needs to be purchased separately. For more details, refer to the Installation Guide of the Omada Hardware Controller.

Diagram Description: A network topology showing an [Internet connection]. Devices include a [TP-Link Router], a [Network Switch], and either an [Omada Hardware Controller (OC200/OC300)] or an [Omada Software Controller running on a Host Computer]. [Omada Access Point] devices and [End-user Device]s are connected to the [Network Switch].

Via Omada Software Controller

1. On a PC running Windows OS or Linux OS, download the Omada Software Controller installation file from https://www.tp-link.com/support/download/omada-software-controller/.
2. Note: To download Omada Software Controller successfully, it is recommended to configure the router's network to access the internet. Refer to Standalone Mode to launch the management page and navigate to Network > WAN to complete the configuration.
3. Run the installation file and follow the on-screen wizard to install the Omada Software Controller.
4. Launch the Omada Software Controller and follow the step-by-step instructions to complete the Quick Setup. After the wizard finishes, a login screen will appear.
5. Enter the username and password you created and click "Log in". You can then proceed to configure the network.

Omada Cloud Portal

After installing Omada Software Controller, you can remotely access the controller via the Omada Cloud Portal.

1. Enable Cloud Access on the controller's settings page and bind your TP-Link ID to the controller. If you configured this during the setup wizard, you can skip this step.
2. Launch a web browser and enter https://omada.tplinkcloud.com in the address bar.
3. Enter your TP-Link ID and password to log in. A list of controllers bound to your TP-Link ID will be displayed. Click "Launch" to further configure the controller.

Topology 2: Via Omada Cloud-Based Controller

Before managing devices via the Omada Cloud-Based Controller, ensure they can access the internet.

Diagram Description: A network topology showing an [Internet connection]. Devices include a [TP-Link Router], a [Network Switch], and an [Omada Cloud-Based Controller] managing the network remotely. [Omada Access Point] devices and [End-user Device]s are connected to the [Network Switch].

1. Launch a web browser and enter https://omada.tplinkcloud.com in the address bar. Enter your TP-Link ID and password to log in.
2. Click "Add Controller" and register for an Omada Cloud-Based Controller. Follow the instructions to complete the setup process.
3. Add devices using their serial numbers. Ensure the devices are online and in factory default state.
4. Assign appropriate licenses to manage and configure the devices on the cloud-based controller. Wait for your controller to be deployed.

Omada App

You can also manage your controller locally or remotely using the Omada App on your mobile device.

[Download on the App Store] [Get it on Google Play]

[Scan QR code for Omada App download]

For detailed configurations, refer to the User Guide of the controller. The guide can be found on the download center of the official TP-Link website: https://www.tp-link.com/support/download/.

To ask questions, find answers, and communicate with TP-Link users or engineers, please visit https://community.tp-link.com to join the TP-Link Community.

For technical support and other information, please visit https://www.tp-link.com/support, or scan the QR code.

For suggestions or needs regarding product guides, please email techwriter@tp-link.com.cn.

Safety Information

• Keep the device away from water, fire, humidity, or hot environments.
• Do not attempt to disassemble, repair, or modify the device. For service, please contact TP-Link.
• Do not use a damaged charger or USB cable to charge the device.
• Use only recommended chargers.
• The adapter shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.
• Place the device with its bottom surface facing downwards.

EU Declaration of Conformity

TP-Link hereby declares that the device complies with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of directives 2014/30/EU, 2014/35/EU, 2009/125/EC, 2011/65/EU, and (EU)2015/863.

The original EU declaration of conformity may be found at https://www.tp-link.com/en/ce.

[EAC Mark] [CE Mark]