TP-Link AXE5400 User manual

Note: If the 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, and 6 GHz LEDs are off, press and hold the Wi-Fi button on the back for more than 2 seconds.
These LEDs should turn solid on.
Power
On
2.4 GHz
On
5 GHz
On
Internet
On
6 GHz
On
Power on the modem, and then wait
about 2 minutes for it to restart.
2Connect the power adapter to
the router and turn it on.
3
Internet
1
Connect the powered-off
modem to the router’s WAN
port with an Ethernet cable.
Scan for Tether Tether
or
2. Open the Tether app and log in with your
TP-Link ID.
3. Tap the button in the Tether app and
select Wireless Router > Standard
Routers. Follow the steps to complete
the setup and connect to the internet.
Choose Your Device Type
Gaming Router
Range Extender
Wireless Router
Set Up the Network
1. Connect your device to the router wirelessly
or with an Ethernet cable.
New Password:
Let’s Get Started
Conrm Password:
http://tplinkwi.net
Method TWO: Via a Web Browser
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.
3. Follow the step-by-step instructions to
set up the internet connection and
register for the TP-Link Cloud service.
Note: If the login window does not appear, please refer to Q1 of
Need Help? in this guide.
Method ONE: Via TP-Link Tether App
1. Download the Tether app.
To enjoy a more complete service from TP-Link,
bind your TP-Link ID to the router.
Note: If you don’t have an account, create one first.
The default wireless network names (SSIDs) and password
are printed on the label at the bottom of the router.
Model: Archer AX3000
AX3000 Gigabit Wi-Fi Router
Wireless Password/PIN:XXXXXXXX
SSID:TP-Link_XXXX
SSID:TP-Link_XXXX_5G
SSID:TP-Link_XXXX_6G
2
Connect the Hardware
If your internet comes from an Ethernet outlet instead of a DSL / Cable / Satellite modem, connect the
router’s WAN port to it, then follow steps 3 and 4 to complete the hardware connection.
Unplug the power to turn o your modem, if any, and remove
the backup battery if it has one.
Modem
Unplug the power
Verify that the hardware connection is correct by checking the following LEDs.
4
1
Refer to Q5 of Need Help? to place the router for optimal
Wi-Fi performance.

Q1. What should I do if I can’t access the web management page?
• Reboot your router and try again.
• If the computer is set to a static IP, 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.
• Use another web browser and try again.
• Disable and enable the network adapter in use.
Q2. What should I do if I can’t access the internet?
• Power off your modem for about 5 minutes, then power it on and
check the internet. If your modem has more than one Ethernet
port, keep other ports unconnected.
• 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.
• L og in to the web management page, and go to the Network Map
page to check whether the internet IP address is valid or not. If it’s
valid, go to Advanced > Network > Internet, click Advanced Settings,
select Use the Following DNS Addresses, set the primary DNS to
8.8.8.8, and set the secondary DNS to 8.8.4.4. If it is not, check the
hardware connection or contact your internet service provider.
•
For cable modem users, log in to the web management page of the
router and go to Advanced > Network > Internet > MAC Clone.
Select Clone Current Device MAC and click SAVE. Then reboot
both the modem and the router.
Q3. What should I do if I forget my wireless password?
• If you have not changed the default wireless password, it can be
found on the label at the bottom of the router.
• Connect a computer directly to the router using an Ethernet cable.
Log in to the router’s web management page at http://tplinkwi.net,
and go to the Wireless page to retrieve or reset your wireless
password
.
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, press and hold the Reset button on the back for about
6 seconds until the Power LED blinks. Then visit http://tplinkwifi.net
to create a new login password.
Q5. How should I position my router for optimal Wi-Fi performance?
• Don’t place your router in a corner or in a closet.
• Avoid obstacles and high-powered appliances.
• Keep your router in a central location at a certain height.
• Keep the antennas vertical when the router is placed on a desktop.
Keep the antennas upright when the router is hanging on a wall.
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Need Help?Button Explanation
AXE5400 Tri-Band Wi-Fi 6E Router
Quick Installation Guide
LED Button
Press the button for 1 second to turn on or o the LEDs of your
router.
WPS Button
Press the button for 1 second, and immediately press the WPS
button on your client to start the WPS process.
Wi-Fi Button
Press and hold the button for more than 2 seconds, then release
the button to turn on or o the wireless function of your router.
Reset Button
Press and hold the button for about 6 seconds until the Power
LED blinks to reset the router to its factory default settings.
USB Applications
With the USB port, it’s easy to share les and media with
multiple devices. Visit https://www.tp-link.com/app/usb to
learn more about the USB applications.
Local Storage Sharing
Share les from the USB drive with devices on your
home network
Media Server
Play media from the USB drive on your computer and
smart devices
Remote Access
Access the USB drive when you are away from home
· 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 any other chargers than those recommended.
· Do not use damaged charger or USB cable to charge the device.
· Do not use the device where wireless devices are not allowed.
· Adapter shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.
For technical support, replacement services, user guides, and
other information, please visit https://www.tp-link.com/support.
This device is restricted to indoor use only.
The operation of this device is prohibited on oil platforms, cars, trains, boats, and
aircraft, except that operation of this device is permitted in large aircraft while ying
above 10000 feet. Operation of transmitters in the 5.925-7.125 GHz band is
prohibited for control of or communications with unmanned aircraft systems.