TP-Link Archer AX53 AX3000 Dual-Band Wi-Fi 6 Router

Quick Installation Guide

1. Connect the Hardware

Setup with videos: Scan QR code or visit https://www.tp-link.com/support/setup-video/#wi-fi-routers

Important:

Unplug the power to turn off your modem, if any, and remove the backup battery if it has one.
Refer to Q5 of Need Help? to place the router for optimal Wi-Fi performance.

If your internet comes from an Ethernet outlet instead of a DSL / Cable / Satellite modem, connect the router's WAN port to it, and then follow steps 3 and 4 to complete the hardware connection.

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Connect the powered-off modem to the router's WAN port with an Ethernet cable.
Power on the modem, and then wait about 2 minutes for it to restart.
Connect the power adapter to the router and turn on the router.

Verify hardware connection: Check the following LEDs:

Power: On
2.4GHz: On
5GHz: On
Internet: On

Note: If the 2.4GHz LED and 5GHz LED are off, press and hold the WPS/Wi-Fi button on the back for more than 2 seconds, then release the button. Both LEDs should turn solid on.

2. Set Up the Network

Method ONE: Via TP-Link Tether App

Download the Tether app.
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Open the Tether app and log in with your TP-Link ID. (Note: If you don't have an account, create one first.)
Tap the [+] button in the Tether app and select Wireless Router > Standard Routers. Follow the steps to complete the setup and connect to the internet.

Note: Due to Tether app updates, your actual user interface and pathway may differ from those depicted here.

Enjoy the internet!

To enjoy a more complete service from TP-Link, bind your TP-Link ID to the router.

Method TWO: Via a Web Browser

Connect your device to the router wirelessly or with an Ethernet cable. The default wireless network names (SSIDs) and password are printed on the label at the bottom of the router.
Example: SSID:TP-Link_XXXX, Wireless Password/PIN: XXXXXXXX
Launch a web browser, and enter http://tplinkwifi.net or http://192.168.0.1 in the address bar. Create a password to log in.
Note: If the login window does not appear, please refer to Q1 of Need Help? in this guide.
Follow the step-by-step instructions to set up the internet connection and register for the TP-Link Cloud service.

Enjoy the internet!

Button Explanation

WPS/Wi-Fi Button

Press the button for 1 second, and immediately press the WPS button on your client to start the WPS process.
Press and hold the button for more than 2 seconds, then release the button to turn on or off the wireless function of your router.

Reset Button

Press and hold the button for about 6 seconds until the Power LED blinks to reset the router to its factory default settings.

EasyMesh-Compatible

You can experience strong, stable, and seamless wireless connections throughout your home with EasyMesh.

Seamless Roaming: Connects mobile devices to your routers or extenders that provide the best coverage. Devices compatible with EasyMesh also share a single Wi-Fi name so you stay connected in every room.
One-Click Settings: Press the WPS button on the main router and the satellite device within 2 minutes of each other, then the EasyMesh network will set up.
Flexible Scalability: Flexibly scale your home networking with different vendors, different topologies, different Protocols and different product categories.
Note: Failure may be due to firmware conflicts of different vendors. A better network connection can be established between all APs from TP-Link.

For more information, visit https://www.tp-link.com/easymesh/

Need Help?

Q1. What should I do if I can't access the web management page?

Reboot your router and try again.
If the computer is set to a static IP, change its settings to obtain an IP address automatically.
Verify that http://tplinkwifi.net is correctly entered in the web browser. Alternatively, enter http://192.168.0.1 or http://192.168.1.1 in the web browser.
Use another web browser and try again.
Disable and enable the network adapter in use.

Q2. What should I do if I can't access the internet?

Power off your modem for about 5 minutes, then power it on and check the internet. If your modem has more than one Ethernet port, keep other ports unconnected.
Check if the internet is working normally by connecting a computer directly to the modem via an Ethernet cable. If it is not, contact your internet service provider.
Log in to the web management page, and go to the Network Map page to check whether the internet IP address is valid or not. If it's valid, go to Advanced > Network > Internet, click Advanced Settings, select Use the Following DNS Addresses, set the primary DNS to 8.8.8.8, and set the secondary DNS to 8.8.4.4. 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 and go to Advanced > Network > Internet > MAC Clone. Select Clone Current Device MAC and click SAVE. Then reboot both the modem and the router.

Q3. What should I do if I forget my wireless password?

If you have not changed the default wireless password, it can be found on the label at the bottom of the router.
Connect a computer directly to the router using an Ethernet cable. Log in to the router's web management page at http://tplinkwifi.net, and go to the Wireless page to retrieve or reset your wireless password.

Q4. What should I do if I forget my web management page password?

If you are using a TP-Link ID to log in, click Forgot Password? on the login page and then follow the instructions to reset it.
Alternatively, press and hold the Reset button on the back for about 6 seconds until the Power LED blinks. Then visit http://tplinkwifi.net to create a new login password.

Q5. How should I position my router for optimal Wi-Fi performance?

Don't place your router in a corner or in a closet.
Avoid obstacles and high-powered appliances.
Keep your router in a central location at a certain height.
Keep the antennas vertical when the router is placed on a desktop. Keep the antennas upright when the router is hanging on a wall.

Compliance and Safety

TP-Link hereby declares that the device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of directives 2014/53/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/support/ce

TP-Link hereby declares that the device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the Radio Equipment Regulations 2017.

The original UK declaration of conformity may be found at https://www.tp-link.com/support/ukca

Safety Precautions:

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 TP-Link.
Do not use any other chargers than those recommended.
Do not use a damaged charger or USB cable to charge the device.
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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