TP-Link Omada VPN Router Installation Guide

LED Indications

Note: The image may differ from the actual product.

Connection

Note: For simplicity, we take ER707-M2 as an example.

Connect via Ethernet

Connect your Modem to the router's RJ45 WAN Port using an Ethernet cable.

Diagram: A modem is connected to the router's WAN port via an Ethernet cable.

Connect via fiber network

Connect your Modem to the router's SFP WAN Slot using a Fiber-Optic Cable and an Optical Module.

Diagram: A fiber-optic cable connects an optical module to the router's SFP WAN slot.

Product Image: TP-Link Omada Multi-Gigabit VPN Router ER707-M2 with labeled ports (PWR, SFP, 2.5G WAN, WAN/LAN, 2.5G, 1G/100M, USB, Reset).

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 singly.
• Controller Mode: Configure and manage network devices centrally. This is recommended for large-scale networks with many 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: A PC is connected to the router via an RJ45 cable.

1. Connect a computer to a LAN port of the router with an RJ45 cable properly. If your computer is configured with a fixed IP, change it to obtain an IP address automatically.
2. Open a web browser and type the default management address 192.168.0.1 in the address field, then press Enter.
3. Create a username and a password for subsequent login attempts and for security.
4. Use the username and password set above to log in to the webpage.
5. After a successful login, you can configure the function by clicking 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 TP-Link's official website: https://www.tp-link.com/support/download/.

Option 2: Controller Mode

Choose from the following two types of Omada Controller:

Type 1: Via Omada Hardware Controller (OC200/OC300)

Omada Hardware Controller (OC200/OC300) is an alternative if you do not have a spare PC to run the Omada Software Controller. It needs to be purchased separately. For more details, refer to the Installation Guide of OC200/OC300.

Diagram: An Omada Hardware Controller (OC200/OC300) is connected to the network, managing routers, switches, and EAPs. Clients are shown connecting to EAPs.

1. As the Omada Hardware Controller gets its IP address from the router's DHCP server, you can find its IP address on the router's DHCP client list.
   a. Find the router's IP address by opening the command line on your PC and entering ipconfig. Look for the Default Gateway.
   b. Launch a web browser, enter the router's IP address, create a username and password, and log in. Navigate to Network > LAN > DHCP Client List to find the controller's IP address using its MAC address.
   c. Enter the controller's IP address in the address bar to open its web page.
2. On the Omada Controller's web page, follow the wizard to complete the quick setup.
3. After the quick setup, the login page appears. Enter the created username and password, then click Log in to configure the controller.
4. (For Remote Management) You can remotely access and manage your controller via Omada Cloud Service.
   a. Ensure Cloud Access is enabled on your controller (it is enabled by default). Verify the Cloud LED is flashing slowly.
   b. Launch a web browser and enter https://omada.tplinkcloud.com. Enter your TP-Link ID and password to log in. Click + Add Controller and select Hardware Controller to add your controller. You can then configure the controller.

Type 2: Via Omada Software Controller

Omada Software Controller is free software for centralized management. It needs to run on your computer to centrally manage your devices.

Diagram: A PC running Omada Software Controller manages routers, switches, and EAPs. Clients are shown connecting to EAPs.

1. On a PC with Windows OS or Linux OS, download the Omada Software Controller installation file from https://www.tp-link.com/support/download/omada-software-controller/.
   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 go to Network > WAN to complete the configuration.
2. Run the file and follow the wizard to install the Omada Software Controller.
3. Launch the Omada Software Controller and follow the step-by-step instructions to complete the Quick Setup. A login screen will appear after the wizard finishes.
4. Enter the created username and password, then click Log in to further configure the network.

Omada Cloud Portal

After installing Omada Software Controller, you can remotely access the controller through Omada Cloud Portal. Follow the steps below.

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

For detailed configurations, refer to the User Guide of the controller. The guide can be found on the download center of TP-Link's official 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 TP-Link Community.

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

Omada App: With Omada App, you can manage your controller at a local or remote site via your mobile device.

App Store icon, Google Play icon, Omada App logo.

QR code for Omada App.

Safety Information

• Keep the device away from water, fire, humidity, or hot environments.
• Do not attempt to disassemble, repair, or modify the device. Contact TP-Link for service.
• Do not use a damaged charger or USB cable to charge the device.
• Do not use chargers other than those recommended by TP-Link.
• The adapter should be installed near the equipment and be easily accessible.
• Place the device with its bottom surface downward.
• The plug on the power supply cord is the disconnect device; the socket-outlet shall be easily accessible.

EU Declaration of Conformity

TP-Link 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 can be found at https://www.tp-link.com/en/support/ce/.

UK Declaration of Conformity

TP-Link declares that the device complies 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 can be found at https://www.tp-link.com/support/ukca/.

Logos: CE, UKCA