TP-Link VX230v User manual

TP-Link VX230v Install Guide
InfiNET Broadband Pty Ltd
Level 15, Corporate Centre One, 2 Corporate Court, Bundall, QLD, 4217 –Ph: 1300 101 414
TP-Link VX230v Install Guide
Please note that your InfiNET Broadband supplied TP-Link VX230v router will come pre-configured with the
settings to allow you to simply connect the router and have Plug-n-Play internet access. If you have factory
reset your router, the following steps are required to reconfigure your TP-Link VX230v router.
Table of Contents
1. TP-Link VX230 LED Indicators Explained ..................................................................................................... 2
2. TP-Link VX230 Ports Explained .................................................................................................................... 3
3. Connecting to the TP-Link VX230v .............................................................................................................. 3
3.1 Connecting via an Ethernet Cable ....................................................................................................... 3
3.2 Connecting via Wi-Fi............................................................................................................................ 3
4. Accessing the administration portal............................................................................................................ 4
5. TP-Link VX230v Configuration ..................................................................................................................... 5
5.1 Initial set-up after factory reset........................................................................................................... 5
5.2 Modifying/Updating Internet Connection Settings........................................................................... 11
5.3 Modifying/Updating Wireless Settings.............................................................................................. 12
6. Adding a TP-Link HX220 (Wireless)............................................................................................................ 13
7. Adding a TP-Link HX220 (Ethernet) ........................................................................................................... 16

TP-Link VX230v Install Guide
InfiNET Broadband Pty Ltd
Level 15, Corporate Centre One, 2 Corporate Court, Bundall, QLD, 4217 –Ph: 1300 101 414
1.TP-Link VX230 LED Indicators Explained
LED Indicators (Left to Right)
•Power
•DSL
•Internet
•2.4G
•5G
•WPS
•WAN
•LAN
•Phone
•USB

TP-Link VX230v Install Guide
InfiNET Broadband Pty Ltd
Level 15, Corporate Centre One, 2 Corporate Court, Bundall, QLD, 4217 –Ph: 1300 101 414
2.TP-Link VX230 Ports Explained
3.Connecting to the TP-Link VX230v
When configuring your TP-Link VX230, it is recommended to connect your device directly to TP-Link modem
with the wired Ethernet cable. If this is not possible you can connect your device via Wi-Fi
3.1 Connecting via an Ethernet Cable
Once the VX230v is connected successfully to power you can easily connect an Ethernet cable from the LAN
ports to the Ethernet port of your computer or laptop. Please note, if using a Macbook or iMac you will need
a Thunderbolt to Ethernet adapter to connect via this method
3.2 Connecting via Wi-Fi
Using your wireless device (e.g. computer), search for available wireless networks and select the network
called TP-Link_XXXX (XXXX is a random 4 digit alpha-numeric code assigned to your VX230v). You can also
select the network TP-Link_XXXX_5G if you wish to connect to 5GHz network which offers faster Wi-Fi speed
(if your device supports it) then enter the Security Key. By default, the security key can be found printed on
the barcode sticker on the underside of the device, click ‘connect’ or ‘join’

TP-Link VX230v Install Guide
InfiNET Broadband Pty Ltd
Level 15, Corporate Centre One, 2 Corporate Court, Bundall, QLD, 4217 –Ph: 1300 101 414
4.Accessing the administration portal
Once you’ve successfully connected to the VX230 via a Wi-Fi or Ethernet cable, you will be able to access the
device using either of these URLs via a web-browser;
•http://tplinkmodem.net
•http://192.168.1.1
The first page you will reach is a page to set the password to your router. The VX230 access credentials will
be one of two options:
•Router when Preconfigured –Password is set and provided by InfiNET
•Router when Factory Reset –The password will need to be reset. Contact InfiNET to obtain original
password
Once you have set the password, you will need to enter it on the login page

TP-Link VX230v Install Guide
InfiNET Broadband Pty Ltd
Level 15, Corporate Centre One, 2 Corporate Court, Bundall, QLD, 4217 –Ph: 1300 101 414
5.TP-Link VX230v Configuration
5.1 Initial set-up after factory reset
Once logged into the VX230 administration router portal you will be taken to the Quick Setup wizard.
Select your Region and Time Zone. Once done, click the Next button
Next, select your Internet Service Provider (ISP), please select the option for Other. Once done, please click
the Next button

TP-Link VX230v Install Guide
InfiNET Broadband Pty Ltd
Level 15, Corporate Centre One, 2 Corporate Court, Bundall, QLD, 4217 –Ph: 1300 101 414
Under Internet Setup, the settings required for this are different for each connection. This is supplied in the
initial configuration settings InfiNET send out when your service is activated. If you can’t find this or are not
sure which technology type your service uses, please contact InfiNET for further support. Once configured,
please click Next
•EWAN = Connects using the TP-Link WAN Port (Ethernet Cable)
oNBN FTTP/FTTC/HFC/Opticomm/HIR technologies*
•VDSL = Connects using the TP-Link DSL Port (phone cable)
oNBN FTTB/FTTN technologies*
*Visit InfiNET Broadbands FAQ page for explanations of Technologies Explained

TP-Link VX230v Install Guide
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Level 15, Corporate Centre One, 2 Corporate Court, Bundall, QLD, 4217 –Ph: 1300 101 414
Under the Wireless Settings leave this section as the default settings. Once done, click the Next button.

TP-Link VX230v Install Guide
InfiNET Broadband Pty Ltd
Level 15, Corporate Centre One, 2 Corporate Court, Bundall, QLD, 4217 –Ph: 1300 101 414
The next step is the Connection Test, this will confirm if the details you have entered as well as how the
device is plugged in are correct and you are able to connect to the internet. If all goes to plan, you will get
the following. Then please click the Next button.
If you receive the “Sorry!” message, please click Next button to continue. At the end of the Wizard, please
contact InfiNET and we will be more than happy to assist resolving the issue/s.

TP-Link VX230v Install Guide
InfiNET Broadband Pty Ltd
Level 15, Corporate Centre One, 2 Corporate Court, Bundall, QLD, 4217 –Ph: 1300 101 414
The next page will show the summary of the setup you have just completed. Please click the Next button.
The next page is only required if you have purchased a VoIP Phone service through InfiNET and use the TP-
Link to connect the DECT phone to. Please click Next button to continue. At the end of the Wizard, please
contact InfiNET and we will be more than happy to assist configuring this for you.
More information of VoIP Phones and pricing, just visit our website here:
•Residential VoIP Phone Plans
•Business VoIP Phone Plans

TP-Link VX230v Install Guide
InfiNET Broadband Pty Ltd
Level 15, Corporate Centre One, 2 Corporate Court, Bundall, QLD, 4217 –Ph: 1300 101 414
The final screen/step is the TP-Link Cloud Service Please just click on Log In Later If you would like to sign up
you are welcome to. Please note any support on this will require contacting TP-Link Support
If you receive the “Failed.” message, please click Finish button to continue. At the end of the Wizard, please
contact InfiNET and we will be more than happy to assist resolving the issue/s

TP-Link VX230v Install Guide
InfiNET Broadband Pty Ltd
Level 15, Corporate Centre One, 2 Corporate Court, Bundall, QLD, 4217 –Ph: 1300 101 414
5.2 Modifying/Updating Internet Connection Settings
To check or update the TP-Link VX230 internet settings, login to the modem as shown in Section 4 of this
document.
Click on the Internet Tab and select EWAN or DSL depending on the technology type at your service address
From the Internet Connection Type drop down, select the type required. This information is supplied in the
initial configuration settings InfiNET send out when your service is activated. If you can’t find this or are not
sure which technology type your service uses, please contact InfiNET for further support. Once configured,
please click Next

TP-Link VX230v Install Guide
InfiNET Broadband Pty Ltd
Level 15, Corporate Centre One, 2 Corporate Court, Bundall, QLD, 4217 –Ph: 1300 101 414
5.3 Modifying/Updating Wireless Settings
If you want or need to change the TP-Link VX230 wireless settings, login to the modem as shown in Section 4
of this document. Here you can change the name of the network name (SSID) and the password.

TP-Link VX230v Install Guide
InfiNET Broadband Pty Ltd
Level 15, Corporate Centre One, 2 Corporate Court, Bundall, QLD, 4217 –Ph: 1300 101 414
6.Adding a TP-Link HX220 (Wireless)
The TP-Link VX230 allows you to add additional HX220 devices to create a Wi-Fi mesh network to increase
the coverage of your Wi-Fi network and remove dead-zones.
To do this, login to the TP-Link VX230 modem as shown in Section 4 of this document. Under the Network
Map tab, click on Add Mesh Device button
Make sure that you have the TP-Link HX220 unit powered on and sitting close to the main TP-Link VX230
(within 1m) with the LED flashing blue.

TP-Link VX230v Install Guide
InfiNET Broadband Pty Ltd
Level 15, Corporate Centre One, 2 Corporate Court, Bundall, QLD, 4217 –Ph: 1300 101 414
The Add more Mesh Devices pop up will appear. Following the instructions outlined
Once the new TP-Link HX220 is successfully added. You can add more or click Finish

TP-Link VX230v Install Guide
InfiNET Broadband Pty Ltd
Level 15, Corporate Centre One, 2 Corporate Court, Bundall, QLD, 4217 –Ph: 1300 101 414
Once the TP-Link HX220 is connected and you click “Finish”you will see the new HX220 showing connected
under the Topology.
Note: Please leave the HX220 in place and powered on, for at least 2-3mins until the LED stops flashing blue
and goes to a solid white. Once the TP-Link HX220 has a white LED, you can power if off and re-locate it. It
must stay in range of the TP-Link VX230 to maintain the Mesh Network

TP-Link VX230v Install Guide
InfiNET Broadband Pty Ltd
Level 15, Corporate Centre One, 2 Corporate Court, Bundall, QLD, 4217 –Ph: 1300 101 414
7.Adding a TP-Link HX220 (Ethernet)
The TP-Link VX230 allows you to add additional HX220 devices to create a Wi-Fi mesh network to increase
the coverage of your Wi-Fi network and remove dead-zones.
Make sure that you have the TP-Link HX220 unit powered on, with the LED flashing blue. Connect the HX220
WAN port to one of the TP-Link VX230 LAN ports using an ethernet cable. Once correctly connected, the TP-
Link HX220 LED will turn solid white.
To check the connection, login to the TP-Link VX230 modem as shown in Section 4 of this document. Under
the Network Map tab you will see the TP-Link HX220 connected (solid grey line indicates it’s connected
using the Ethernet cable)