TP-Link Omada Installation Guide

3-in-1 Gigabit VPN Gateway

Desktop Installation

1. Remove the adhesive backing papers from the rubber feet.

2. Turnover the device and attach the supplied rubber feet to the bottom of the device to prevent it from slipping when placed on a desktop.

3. Place the device on a flat table.

Note: The image may differ from the actual product.

Diagram: Shows the device with rubber feet being attached to its underside and then placed on a flat surface.

Note: This device also supports wall and rack mounting, but the mounting kit is not provided.

1 Hardware Overview

Front Panel

Diagram: Depicts the front panel of the gateway, showing LED indicators (PWR, SYS, CLOUD, PoE Max, Link/Act, Speed, PoE), an SFP Slot, and RJ45 ports.

LED	Indication
PWR	On: Power is on. Off: Power is off.
SYS	Flashing: System is running normally. On/Off: System is running abnormally.
CLOUD	On: The device is bound to a TP-Link ID. Slow Flashing: The device is connected to cloud but not bound to a TP-Link ID. Quick Flashing: The device is being reset to its factory default settings. Off: The device is disconnected from cloud.
PoE Max	On: The remaining PoE power is ≤ 7 W. Flashing: The remaining PoE power keeps ≤ 7 W after this LED is on for 2 minutes. Off: The remaining PoE power is > 7 W.
Link/Act (SFP WAN/LAN)	Green On: Connecting to a device but no activity. Off: No device connected to the corresponding port. Flashing: Transmitting or receiving data.
Speed (Port 3-12)	Green On: Running at 1000 Mbps, but no activity. Green Flashing: Running at 1000 Mbps and transmitting or receiving data. Amber On: Running at 100/10 Mbps, but no activity. Amber Flashing: Running at 100/10 Mbps and transmitting or receiving data. Off: No device is linked to the corresponding port.
PoE (Port 5-12)	Green On: The port is supplying power normally. Green Flashing: Overload or short circuit is detected. Off: Not providing PoE power on the port.

Back Panel

Diagram: Illustrates the back panel of the gateway, showing a Kensington Security Slot, RESET button, Grounding Terminal, and Power Socket.

Kensington Security Slot: Secure the lock [lock symbol] (not provided) into the security slot to prevent the device from being stolen.
RESET: Press and hold the button for 5 seconds, the SYS LED will flash quickly, indicating the device is being reset to its factory default settings.
Grounding Terminal: The gateway comes with lightning protection mechanism.
Power Socket: Connect to the power outlet via the provided power adapter.

2 Hardware Connection

Connect via Ethernet

Diagram: Shows a network connection from the Internet, through a Modem, to the Gateway's RJ45 WAN Port.

Connect to RJ45 WAN Port

Connect via fiber network

Diagram: Illustrates a network connection from the Internet, using a Fiber-Optic Cable and Optical Module, to the Gateway's SFP WAN Slot.

Connect to SFP WAN Slot

3 Software Configuration

Typical Network Topology

Diagram: A network topology showing the Gateway at the center, connected to a Host PC, and multiple EAPs (Wireless Access Points) and Clients.

Connect a computer to a LAN port of the gateway with an RJ45 cable properly. If your computer is configured with a fixed IP, change it to "Obtain an IP address automatically".
Open a web browser and type the default management address 192.168.0.1 in the address field of the browser, then press the Enter key.
Get started with the Omada Setup Wizard to set up the network.
After the network setup is complete, click Finish to configure more settings and manage your network.

For detailed configurations, refer to the User Guide of the gateway. The guide can be found on the download center of our official website: https://www.tp-link.com/support/download/?type=smb.

More management methods

Omada App

With the Omada App, you can also manage your network at a local site or a remote site via your mobile device.

? App Store or ▶️ Google Play

Scan for Omada App

Omada Cloud Portal

You can also remotely access the device through Omada Cloud Portal. Follow the steps below.

Enable Cloud Access on the setting page on the controller and bind a TP-Link ID to your controller. If you have configured this in the setup wizard, skip the step.
Launch a web browser and enter https://omada.tplinkcloud.com in the address bar.
Enter your TP-Link ID and password to log in. A list of controllers that have been bound with your TP-Link ID will appear. Then you can click Launch to further configure the controller.

Support and Safety Information

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

For technical support and other information, please visit https://www.tp-link.com/support/?type=smb, or simply scan the ? [QR code].

Safety Information

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 damaged charger or USB cable to charge the device.
Do not use any other chargers than those recommended.
Adapter shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.
Place the device with its bottom surface downward.
The plug on the power supply cord is used as the disconnect device, the socket-outlet shall be easily accessible.
The PoE ports shall not be used to charge lithium batteries or devices supplied by lithium batteries.
Plug the product into the wall outlets with earthing connection through the power supply cord.

Declarations of Conformity

EU Declaration of Conformity

TP-Link hereby declares that the device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of directives 2014/30/EU, 2014/35/EU, 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/.

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UK Declaration of Conformity

TP-Link hereby declares that the device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the Electromagnetic Compatibility Regulations 2016 and Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.

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

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