TP-Link Archer C58HP User manual

Configure the router.
1. Connect your device to the router (wired or wireless).
Wired:
Turn off the Wi-Fi on your computer and connect it to the router via an
Ethernet cable.
Wireless:
a. Find the product label at the bottom of
the router.
b. Use the default network names (SSIDs)
and password to join the 2.4 GHz or 5
GHz network.
Tip: If you are using a smartphone or tablet,
you can also scan the QR code to join the
preset 2.4 GHz network directly.
Router Mode
1.
B. Make sure that the
adjustable elbow is
facing up when
attached.
A. Insert and screw the antenna
into the antenna socket.
2.
Slide the cap onto the antenna
until it fixes into place.
3.
Position the antenna
vertically for best Wi-Fi
performance.
Please note that the router provides three working modes:
Router, Repeater and Access Point. You can choose the
mode to better suit your network needs and follow the
guide to complete the configuration.
3. Go to Quick Setup and follow the step-by-step instructions to complete
the setup.
2. 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.
Install the Antennas
Quick Installation Guide
High Power Wireless Dual Band Router
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Unplug your modem, and
remove the backup battery
if it has one.
Power on the modem and
wait about 2 minutes for it
to restart.
Connect the power-off
modem to the router’s WAN
port via an Ethernet cable.
Modem
Connect the power adapter to the router and turn
on the router.
This mode enables multiple users to share internet connection via an ADSL/Cable Modem.
If your internet comes from an Ethernet outlet, connect the router’s WAN port to it, then skip Step 1, 2 and 3.
Verify that the following LEDs are solid on to
confirm the hardware is connected correctly.
WAN
ON
PWR
ON
2.4G
ON
5G
ON
3
1
2
6
5
4
Wireless Password/PIN:
XXXXXXXX
SSID:TP-Link_XXXX
SSID:TP-Link_XXXX_5G
QR
Code
Important

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Q1. What should I do if I cannot access the web management page of the router?
Reboot your router and try again.
If the computer is set to a static IP address, 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 and press Enter.
Use another web browser and try again.
Disable and enable the network adapter in use.
Q2. What should I do if I cannot access the internet in Router mode?
Reboot your modem and router, then try again.
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 of the router, and go to the Basic > Network Map
page to check whether the internet IP address is valid or not. If it is, please run the Quick
Setup again; otherwise, check the hardware connection.
For cable modem users, reboot the modem. If the problem persists, log in to the web
management page of the router, go to Advanced > Network > Internet > MAC Clone, and
select Use Current Computer MAC Address. Then click Save.
Q3. What should I do if I forget my wireless network password?
If you have not changed the default wireless password, it can be found on the label of the
router.
Connect a computer directly to the router using an Ethernet cable. Log in to the web
management page, and go to Basic > Wireless to retrieve or reset your wireless
password.
Q4. How do I restore the router to its factory default settings?
With the router powered on, press and hold the Reset button on the back panel of the
router until all the LEDs turn on momentarily.
Log in to the web management page of the router, go to Advanced (or Settings) >
System Tools > Backup & Restore > Factory Default Restore, and click Factory
Restore. The router will restore and reboot automatically.
Q5. What should I do if I forget my web management page password?
Refer to FAQ > Q4 to reset the router, and visit http://tplinkwi.net to create a new
password.
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
Access Point Mode
In this mode, the router transforms your existing wired network to a wireless
one.
a. Power on the router.
b. Connect the router's WAN port to your wired router’s Ethernet port via
an Ethernet cable as shown above.
c. Connect a computer to the router via an Ethernet cable or wirelessly by
using the SSID (network name) and Wireless Password printed on the
label at the bottom of the router.
d. Launch a web browser and enter http://tplinkwifi.net in the address bar.
Create a password to log in.
e. Go to Advanced > Operation Mode, select Access Point and click
Save. The router will reboot automatically.
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Internet
WAN
Note: If you want to change the SSID (network name) and password of the
router, please visit http://tplinkwifi.net and go to Settings > Wireless >
Wireless Settings to change them.
Connect to the wireless network by using the SSID (network name) and
password of the router.
Repeater Mode
In this mode, the router boosts the existing wireless coverage in your home.
1. Configure
a. Connect a computer to the router via an Ethernet cable or wirelessly by
using the SSID (network name) and password printed on the label of the
router.
b. Launch a web browser and enter http://tplinkwifi.net in the address bar.
Create a password to log in.
c. Go to Advanced > Operation Mode, select Repeater and click Save.
The router will reboot automatically.
d. Log in to the web management page. Go to Quick Setup and follow the
step-by-step instructions to complete the setup.
Option Two: Using a Web Browser
Option One: Using RE Button
a. Press the WPS button on the host router.
b. Within 1 minute, press and hold the (RE) button on the top
panel of the router for about 3 seconds. The router will start to
connect to the host router and then reboot if connected.
c. Once rebooted, the RE LED should change from blinking to a solid
state, indicating a successful connection.
Note: If WPS connection fails, please refer to Option Two.
Using the RE button is an easier way to extend your host network.
You’re recommended to refer to Option One if your host router has a
WPS button. The button might look like one of these: .
The extended network shares the same SSID (network name) and
password as those of your host network.
Place the router between your host router and the Wi-Fi “dead” zone. The
location you choose must be within the range of your existing host
network.
2. Relocate
Extended NetworkHost Network
Devices
Host Router High Power Router
WPS
Note: Restoring the router to its factory defaults will clear all previous settings.
Tether App
The TP-Link Tether app provides a simple, intuitive way to
access and manage your router. Scan the QR code to download
Tether from the Apple App Store or Google Play.
Safety Information
Keep the device away from water, re, humidity or hot environments.
Do not attempt to disassemble, repair, or modify the device.
Do not use damaged charger or USB cable to charge the device.
Do not use any other chargers than those recommended.
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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