TP-Link Archer MR500 User manual

Quick Installation Guide
Wireless 4G LTE Router
1. Connect the Hardware
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Check the following LEDs’ status. If the Internet LED is on, your router is connected
to the internet successfully.
3. Enjoy the Internet2. Verify the Hardware Connection
Note: If the Internet LED does not turn on, please refer to Q2 of Need Help in this guide.
Power
On On
Internet
On
Wi-Fi
For better internet connection, make sure 2 or 3 bars of the Signal Strength LED
are lit. Otherwise, try relocating the router to a spot that may receive a stronger mobile
network signal, such as near a window.
Wireless
Wired
Connect your computers to the router's LAN ports via Ethernet cables.
Find the SSIDs (network names) and wireless password printed on the label at the
bottom of the router.
a.
Click the network icon of your computer or go to Wi-Fi settings of your smart device,
and then select the SSID to join the network.
b.
Wireless Password/PIN:XXXXXXXXX
SSID:TP-Link_XXXX
SSID:TP-Link_XXXX_5G
c. Connect the
power adapter
and turn on the
router.
b. With the gold contacts
facing down, insert the
nano SIM card into the
slot until you hear a
click.
Power adapter a. Install the antennas
and position them
upwards.

Customize the 4G LTE Router Congure the router via Tether App
Note: The router can also be used (or configured) in Wireless Router Mode for DSL/Cable
connections. For more advanced configurations, please refer to the user guide on TP-Link
official website at www.tp-link.com.
Note: If the login page does not appear, please refer to Q1 of Need Help in this guide.
2.Launch a web browser and type in http://tplinkmodem.net or http://192.168.1.1.
Create a new password for future logins.
3. Follow the step-by-step instructions of the Quick Setup to complete the initial
conguration.
1. Make sure your computer is connected to the router (wired or wireless).
Need Help?
Q1. What should I do if I cannot access the web management page?
• If the computer is set to a static IP address, change its settings to obtain an IP address automatically.
• Make sure http://tplinkmodem.net or http://192.168.1.1 is correctly entered in the web browser.
• Use another web browser and try again.
• Reboot your router and try again.
• Disable and enable the active network adapter in use.
Q2. What should I do if I cannot access the internet?
• Verify that your SIM card is an LTE or WCDMA card.
• Verify that your SIM card is in your internet service provider’s service area.
• Verify that your SIM card has sufficient credit.
• Check the LAN connection: Open a web browser and enter http://tplinkmodem.net or
http://192.168.1.1 in the address bar. If the login page does not appear, refer to Q1 and then try again.
• Launch a web browser, log in to the web management page, and check the following:
1) Go to Advanced > Network > Internet to verify the parameters provided by your ISP are correctly
entered. If the parameters are incorrect, click Create Profile and enter the correct parameters, then
select the new profile from the Profile Name list.
2) Go to Advanced > Network > PIN Management to verify if PIN is required. If it is, enter the correct PIN
provided by your ISP, and click Save.
3) Go to Advanced > Network > Data Settings to verify if the Total/Monthly Used exceeds the
Total/Monthly Allowance. If it does, click Correct and set Total/Monthly Used to 0 (zero), or disable
Data Limit.
4) Go to Advanced > Network > Internet to verify that Mobile Data is enabled. If it is not, enable it to
access the internet.
5) Confirm with your ISP if you are in a roaming service area. If you are, go to Advanced > Network >
Internet to enable Data Roaming.
Q3. How do I restore the router to its factory default settings?
• With the router powered on, press and hold the WPS/RESET button on the rear panel of the router until
the Power LED starts flashing, then release the button. Wait while the router resets.
• Log in to the web management page of the router, and go to Advanced > System Tools > Backup &
Restore, click Factory Restore and wait until the reset process is complete.
Q4. What should I do if I forget my web management page password
• If you are using a TP-Link ID to log in, click Forgot password on the login page and then follow the
instructions to reset it.
• Alternatively, refer to Q3 to reset the router, then create a new password to log in.
Q5. What should I do if I forget my wireless network password?
• The default wireless password is printed on the product label of the router.
• Connect a computer directly to the router using an Ethernet cable. Log in to the router's web
management page and go to Basic > Wireless to retrieve or reset your wireless password.
The TP-Link Tether app provides a simple, intuitive way to access and manage your router.
View information about clients
connected to your router
Block unwelcome users from
connecting to your network
Set up Parental Controls
with access time
Change the basic wireless
network settings
Note: If you don’t have an account, create one rst.
1. Download the TP-Link Tether app.
2. Open the Tether app and log in with your TP-Link ID.
3. Tap the icon in the Tether app and select 3G/4G Router.
Follow the steps to complete the setup and connect to the internet.
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How to begin?
For technical support, replacement services, user guides, and other information, please visit
https://www.tp-link.com/support, or simply scan the QR code.
To communicate with TP-Link users or engineers, please join the TP-Link Community at
https://community.tp-link.com.
Safety Information
• Keep the device away from water, re, humidity or hot environments.
• Do not attempt to disassemble, repair, or modify the device. If you need
service, please contact us.
• 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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