TP-Link Archer AXE300 User manual

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 Q2 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.
Scan for Tether Tether
or
2. Open the Tether app and log in with your
TP-Link ID.
Note: If you don’t have an account, create one first.
3. Tap the button in the Tether app and
select Wireless Router > Archer AXE300.
Follow the steps to complete the setup
and connect to the internet.
The default wireless network names (SSIDs) and password
are printed on the label at the bottom of the router.
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Choose Your Device Type
Gaming Router
Range Extender
Wireless Router
Wireless Password/PIN:XXXXXXXX
SSID:TP-Link_XXXX
SSID:TP-Link_XXXX_5G_1
SSID:TP-Link_XXXX_5G_2
SSID:TP-Link_XXXX_6G
Connect the Hardware
*Images may dier from your actual products.
• Refer to Q5 of Need Help to place the router for optimal Wi-Fi performance.
• The combo port pairs a RJ45 port with an SFP+ port. Only one port in the pair can be used at a time.
Note: If the LEDs are pulsing red or solid yellow, press
and hold the Wi-Fi button on the front for more than 2
seconds. The LEDs should turn solid red or blue.
Verify the LEDs are solid red or blue
before moving on.
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1
Connect the router’s 10Gbps Combo port
to the internet via Ethernet or fiber network.
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Internet
Fiber-Optic Cable
Optical Module
Connect via ber network
a. Connect to your optical
module (sold separately).
b. Connect to the router’s 10Gbps SFP+ port.
Connect the power adapter to
the router and turn it on.
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Note: If you want to change the WAN port for internet
service, refer to Q1 of Need Help in this guide.
c. Turn on your modem, and wait
about 2 minutes for it to restart.
Internet
Ethernet Cable
b. Connect to the router’s
10Gbps RJ45 port.
a. Turn off your modem, and remove
the backup battery if any.
Note: If your internet comes from an Ethernet outlet
instead of a modem, simply connect the router’s 10Gbps
RJ45 port to it.
Connect via Ethernet

Q1. What should I do if I want to change the WAN port for
internet service?
•
Connect to your desired WAN port with an Ethernet cable.
During the Quick Setup, select the corresponding port as the
internet port. Alternatively, go to Internet > Internet Port (web
management page) or Tools > Internet Connection > Internet
Port (Tether app) to change the internet port.
Q2. 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.
Q3. 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.
Q4. 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
.
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. ©2022 TP-Link 7106509593 REV1.0.0
Need Help?
LED Explanation
Quad-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.
• 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.
• WPS Button
Press the button for 1 second, and immediately press the
WPS button on your client to start the WPS process.
• RESET Button
Press and hold the button for about 6 seconds until the LEDs
blink to reset the router to its factory default settings.
• Pulsing Yellow
The system is starting up or the router is being reset.
• Solid Blue
The router is working normally.
• Solid Red
No internet connection.
• Pulsing Red
No internet connection and the Wi-Fi is o.
• Solid Yellow
The Wi-Fi is o.
• Pulsing Blue
The rmware is being upgraded or WPS connection is being
established. Do not disconnect or power o your router.
Button Explanation
· 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.
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This device is restricted to indoor use only.
The operation of this device is prohibited on oil platforms, cars, trans, 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.