TP-Link Archer C7 User manual

Quick Installation Guide
Wireless Dual Band Router
TP-LINK TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD.
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Typical
Connection Modem
INTERNET
Note: 1. The product model shown in this QIG is “Archer C7”, as an example.
2. Information for technical support can be found in the last page.
Connect the Hardware
1. Power off the modem, and
remove the backup battery if
any.
Power O
LAN
INTERNET
2. Connect the modem to the
Internet port on your router
with an Ethernet cable.
INTERNET

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3. Power on the modem, wait
for 2 minutes and then power
on the router.
Power On
Power On
INTERNET
4. Check the following LEDs
to ensure the hardware
connection is correct.
Power
On
System
Flashing
2.4G
Flashing
5G
Flashing
Internet
On/Flashing
Note: If the 2.4G and 5G LEDs are not flashing, please verify that the
wireless switch on the rear panel of the router is on.
Note: If your Internet comes via an Ethernet cable from the wall instead of any DSL/Cable/Satellite modems, please connect
the Ethernet cable directly to the router’s Internet port.
Congure the Router
Method 1 Via Web Browser
01/
Connect your computer to the router (Wired or Wireless).

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Wired
USB LED
USB2 Internet 1 2 Ethernet 34 WPS/Reset Ethernet cable
or
Wireless
Connect wirelessly by using the
default network name (SSID) and
password printed on the product
label at the bottom of the router.
AC1750 Wireless Dual Band Gigabit Router
Model: C7
Power: 12V 2.5A
Default Access:
http://tplinkwifi.net
Username: admin
Password: admin
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
MAC:XXXXXXXXXXXX
Wireless Password/PIN:XXXXXXXX
FCC ID:TE7C7V3 IC:8853A-C7 MADE IN CHINA
Model:C7 Ver:3.0
S/No.:XXXXXXXXXXXXX
SSID:TP-LINK_XXXX
SSID:TP-LINK_XXXX_5G
02/
Open a web browser on the computer and configure the router
according to the following main clues.
a. Enter http://tplinkwi.net in the address bar.
http://tplinkwifi.net
Type in admin for both the user name and password and click Login.
Note: If the login window does not appear, please refer to FAQ->Q1.
Login
admin
admin
Copyright © 2014 TP-LINK Technologies Co., Ltd. All rights reserved.
b. Select your WAN Connection Type, or click Auto-Detect if you are unsure what
your connection type is. Click Next and follow the instructions to continue.

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Note: If an Internet connection is already established, the Quick Setup wizard will bypass Step b and go to Step c .
Auto-Detect
Dynamic IP (Most Common Cases)
Static IP
PPPoE/Russian PPPoE
L2TP/Russian L2TP
PPTP/Russian PPTP
Back Next
Quick Setup-WAN Connection Type
c. Choose the frequency you prefer and then click Next.
Back Next
Quick Setup-Wireless Dual Band Selection
Only work in 2.4GHz (802.11b/g/n)
Only work in 5GHz (802.11a/n/ac)
Concurrently with 2.4GHz and 5GHz (802.11a/b/g/n/ac)
d. Verify or change the wireless network settings, and click Next.
Note: You may customize your 2.4GHz/5GHz wireless network name and password. Once done, the wireless connection
will disconnect automatically, and you must then use the new wireless network name/password to regain access to the
Internet.
Wireless Network Name:
PSK Password: XXXXXXXX
2.4GHz & 5GHz Wireless Network Name and Password
Back Next
Region:
Warning:
Wireless Security:
TP-LINK_XXXX / TP-LINK_XXXX_5G
e. Click Finish to complete the setup.

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Enjoy!
Back Finish
Congratulations!
Quick Setup-Finish
Now your wired
and wireless devices
can connect to the
Internet !
Method 2 Via CD Setup Wizard
Note: If you are using a computer that cannot run the mini CD, please refer to Method 1 for conguration.
1Insert the TP-LINK Resource CD into the CD-ROM drive.
2Select Archer C7 and then click Easy Setup Assistant.
Note: If the main page does not display on your computer, browse the les on the CD and double click Autorun.exe.
Archer C7
Easy Setup Assistant
USB Printer Setup
User Guide
Application Guide
Browse CD EXIT
3Choose your language, click START and the Easy Setup Assistant will guide you
through the setup process.

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Welcome
Install Router
Configure Router
Confirm Settings
START EXIT
Choose your language:
English
4Click FINISH to complete the setup.
FINISH
Welcome
Install Router
Configure Router
Confirm Settings
Congratulations! Enjoy!
Now your wired and wireless devices can
connect to the Internet !
Tether App
TP-LINK's Tether App lets you manage the router on smart devices. You can:
• View the information about wireless clients.
• Parent-control your kid’s access to the Internet.
• Block or Unblock wireless access to the Internet via the router.
• Congure some basic settings for the router.
Then, how to start?
1Scan the QR code and download the
TP-LINK Tether App from App Store or
Google Play.
2Ensure your smart device is wirelessly
connected to the router.
3Launch the Tether App, and enjoy the
easy management of the router.
USB Features
The dual USB ports can be used for media sharing, storage sharing and print
sharing across your local network. You can also set up an FTP server to access

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your les remotely through the Internet.
Remote
Access via
FTP Server
Media
Sharing
Local
Storage
Sharing
Printer
Sharing
Twin USB sharing ports
Note: To learn more about the USB features, please visit the
website http://tp-link.com/app/usb, retrieve the Resource
CD attached in the package, or simply scan the QR code with
your smart devices.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1. What can I do if the login window does not appear?
A1. If the computer is set to a static or xed IP address, change it to obtain an IP
address automatically.
A2. Verify that ‘http://tplinkwifi.net’ is correctly entered in the web browser.
Alternatively, enter ‘http://192.168.0.1’in the web browser and press ‘Enter’.
A3. Use another web browser and try again.
A4. Reboot your router and try again.
A5. Disable the network adapter used currently and then enable it again.
Q2. What can I do if I cannot access the Internet?
A1. Check if the Internet is working properly by connecting a computer directly to
the modem via Ethernet cable. If not, contact your Internet Service Provider.
A2. Open a web browser, enter‘http://tplinkwi.net’ and try to set up again.
A3. Reboot your router and try again.
Note: For cable modem users, reboot the modem rst. If the problem still exists, go to Network>MAC Clone, then click Clone
MAC Address and Save.

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XX-XX-XX-XX-XX-XX
XX-XX-XX-XX-XX-XX
MAC Clone
Save
WAN MAC Address:
Your PC’s MAC Address:
Restore Factory MAC
Clone MAC Address
Q3. How do I restore the router to its factory default settings?
A1. While the Archer C7 is powered on, press and hold the ‘WPS/Reset’ button on
the rear panel of the router for approximately 8 seconds.
A2. Log in Web Management page of the router, and go to System tools->Factory
Defaults, click Restore, then wait until the progress bar loading nished.
Q4. What can I do if I forget my
password?
Web Management page password:
A. Restore the router to its factory default
settings and then use the default
User Name ‘admin’ and Password
‘admin’to log in.
Wireless Network password:
A1. The factory default password can be
found on the product label printed on the bottom of the router.
A2. If you have changed your password, log in to the router’s Web Management
page, go to Wireless>Wireless Security to obtain or reset your password.
Note: If your questions are not answered here, please refer to http://www.tp-link.com/en/support/faq and click Contact
Technical Support for further assistance.
LED Indicators
Name Status Indication
(Power) O Power is o.
On Power is on.
(System)
O The router has a system error.
On The router is initializing or maybe has a system
error.
Flashing The router is working properly.
(Wireless
2.4GHz)
O The wireless 2.4GHz band is disabled.
Flashing The wireless 2.4GHz band is working properly.
WPS/Reset Button
Press & Hold 8 seconds