TP-Link 5G CPE Router Quick Installation Guide

Getting Started with Your TP-Link 5G CPE Router

This guide provides essential information for setting up your TP-Link 5G CPE Router. It covers the initial hardware connection, basic configuration steps, and answers common questions to ensure a seamless experience.

For detailed instructions and further support, please visit the official TP-Link website at www.tp-link.com/support/.

Hardware Connection

Follow these simple steps to connect your router:

1. Insert the SIM card into the designated slot until you hear a click.
2. Connect the power adapter and turn on the router.
3. Verify that the Internet LED is illuminated, indicating a successful connection to the internet. If the LED is not on, please refer to the FAQ section for troubleshooting.

Once connected, you can enjoy the internet by connecting your devices to the router, either via wired Ethernet or wirelessly through Wi-Fi. The default Wi-Fi network name (SSID) and password can be found on the product label located at the bottom of the router.

Customizing Your Router

To personalize your 5G/4G+ Router:

1. Ensure your computer is connected to the router, either by an Ethernet cable or Wi-Fi.
2. Open a web browser and navigate to tplinkmodem.net or 192.168.1.1.
3. On the web management login page, use the default username and password 'admin', or create a new password for enhanced security.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions in the Quick Setup section to complete the initial configuration.

For advanced configurations, such as using the router in wireless router mode for cable connections, refer to the comprehensive user guide available at www.tp-link.com.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1. Cannot access the web management page?

• Ensure your computer is set to obtain an IP address automatically from the router.
• Double-check that the URL (tplinkmodem.net or 192.168.1.1) is entered correctly in your web browser.
• Try using a different web browser.
• Reboot your router and attempt to access the page again.
• Toggle your network adapter (disable and then re-enable it) and try again.

Q2. Cannot access the internet?

• Confirm that your SIM card is a 5G/4G or WCDMA card and is within your Internet Service Provider's (ISP) service area.
• Ensure your SIM card has sufficient credit.
• Check your LAN connection.
• Verify your ISP parameters are correctly entered in the router's settings. If incorrect, create a new profile with the correct parameters.
• Check PIN settings if required by your ISP.
• Review data limit settings to ensure you have not exceeded your allowance.
• Enable mobile data and check data roaming settings if applicable.

Q3. How to restore the router to factory default settings?

Press and hold the RESET button on the back of the router until the Power LED flashes. The router will automatically reset and reboot. Alternatively, you can log in to the web management page to perform a factory reset.

Q4. Forgot the web management password?

Refer to FAQ Q3 to reset the router. You can then use 'admin' as the username and password or set a new one.

Q5. Forgot the wireless network password?

The default wireless password is on the router's product label. If changed, log in to the router's web management page to retrieve or reset it.