TP-Link AC3200 User Manual

Quick Installation Guide
AC3200 Wireless Tri-Band Gigabit Router
Connecting the Hardware
Turn on the modem, and
then wait about 2 minutes
for it to restart.
Connect the modem to the
Internet port on your router with
an Ethernet cable.
If your Internet connection is through an Ethernet cable from the wall
instead of through a DSL / Cable / Satellite modem, connect the Ethernet
cable directly to the router’s Internet port, then follow steps 5 and 6 to
complete the hardware connection.
Router
Modem
Power adapter
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Turn off the modem,
and remove the backup
battery if it has one.
2
Place the router horizontally and extend the
antennas to the maximum angle.
1
Note: For best performance, horizontal installation is recommended.
Antenna direction and position can affect performance in vertical
installation situations.
4
3
Turn on the router.
5
Verify that the following LEDs are on and stable before continuing with
the configuration.
6
Internet
On
Internet
5GHz-1
On
5GHz-2
On
Power
On
2.4GHz
On
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Note:
1. If all the LEDs are off, press the LED On/Off button for about 1 second, then check the LEDs again.
2. If the 2.4GHz, 5GHz-1, and 5GHz-2 LEDs are off, press the Wi-Fi On/Off button for about 2 seconds, then
check the LEDs again in a few seconds.

TP-Link AC3200 Specifications

General

Ports	1x Gigabit WAN, 4x Gigabit LAN
USB Ports	1 x USB 3.0, 1 x USB 2.0
Antennas	6x External Antennas
Dimensions	200 x 200 x 39 mm (7.9 x 7.9 x 1.5 in)
Wi-Fi Standard	802.11ac
Wi-Fi Speed	Up to 3200 Mbps
Bands	Tri-Band
Processor	1 GHz dual-core processor
Memory	256 MB RAM, 128 MB Flash
Security	WPA/WPA2

Summary

Connecting the Hardware

Router Placement and Antenna Orientation

Position the router horizontally with antennas extended for optimal signal performance.

Modem and Router Setup

Turn off the modem, remove battery if applicable, connect to router, and allow modem to restart.

Router Power On and LED Verification

Power on the router and confirm that the essential LEDs are stable and illuminated.

Configuring the Router

Connecting to the Router

Connect your computer to the router either wirelessly via Wi-Fi or using an Ethernet cable.

Accessing the Web Interface

Enter the router's IP address or URL in a web browser and log in with default credentials.

Setting Up New Credentials

Create a new, secure username and password for the router's web management interface.

Quick Setup - Region and Time Zone

Select your region and time zone as part of the router's initial Quick Setup process.

Configuring Internet Connection Type

Choose your internet connection type or use Auto Detect, then follow on-screen instructions.

Setting Wireless Network Names and Passwords

Configure SSIDs and passwords for the 2.4GHz and 5GHz wireless networks.

Completing Quick Setup

Save your configuration, test the internet connection, and complete the Quick Setup process.

Tether App for Mobile Management

Download the TP-Link Tether app to manage your network conveniently from your mobile device.

USB Features

USB Port Functionality

Utilize USB ports for media sharing, storage, printer sharing, and remote FTP server access.

FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

Login Page Access Issues

Troubleshoot issues where the router's login page does not appear or is inaccessible.

Internet Connectivity Problems

Resolve problems related to not being able to access the internet after setup.

Factory Reset Procedure

Learn how to restore the router to its original factory default settings using the reset button or web interface.

Forgot Management Password

Steps to recover or reset the forgotten web management password for the router.

Forgot Wireless Password

Find out how to retrieve or reset your Wi-Fi network password, either from the label or web interface.