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TP-Link Deco M4R
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Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi System
Seamless Roaming | Parental Controls | Easy Setup
User Guide
AC1200 Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi System
1910013031 REV3.0.0 ©2021 TP-Link
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TP-Link Deco M4R Specifications

General IconGeneral
Frequency Band2.4 GHz, 5 GHz
MU-MIMOYes
Mesh TechnologyYes
ProcessorQualcomm CPU
Operating ModeRouter, Access Point
Parental ControlsYes
Guest NetworkYes
ButtonReset button
Wi-Fi Standard802.11ac
Maximum Wi-Fi Speed1200 Mbps
Antenna TypeInternal antennas
Wireless SecurityWPA2-PSK
Memory128 MB RAM
Ethernet Ports2 x Gigabit Ethernet ports per unit (WAN/LAN auto-sensing)

Summary

About This Guide

Guide Conventions and Resources

Explains conventions used and provides links to additional resources.

Performance and Usage Disclaimers

Disclaimers regarding performance, MU-MIMO, and seamless roaming features.

Appearance

LED Status Indicators

Explains the status indicated by different LED colors and patterns on the Deco unit.

Device Ports and Buttons

Describes the Ethernet ports, power slot, and reset button on the Deco device.

Set Up Your Deco

Download and Install the Deco App

Instructions on downloading and installing the Deco mobile application.

Log in with TP-Link ID

Instructions for logging into the Deco app using a TP-Link ID.

Identify your Deco

Guide to selecting the specific Deco model for setup.

Set Up Your Deco (Continued)

Plug in and power on Deco

Steps for connecting and powering on the Deco unit and modem.

Connect to the Decos Wi-Fi

Instructions to connect your phone or tablet to the Deco's Wi-Fi.

Select a location

Process of assigning a name to the Deco based on its physical location.

Set Up Your Deco (Continued)

Set up internet connection

Steps to select and configure the internet connection type.

Create your Wi-Fi network

How to set the network name (SSID) and password for the Deco network.

Connect to your Wi-Fi network

Connecting your phone/tablet to the newly created Deco Wi-Fi network.

Set Up Your Deco (Continued)

Setup complete

Confirmation of network setup and guidance to connect devices.

Add More Decos

Adding a New Deco Unit

Steps to add additional Deco units to expand Wi-Fi coverage.

Dashboard

Network Status Overview

Overview of the network status and online clients displayed on the dashboard.

Accessing More Features

How to access additional features and settings from the dashboard.

Check Deco Status

Viewing All Decos Status

How to view the working status of all Deco units in the network.

Checking Individual Deco Details

How to check detailed information for each specific Deco unit.

Changing Deco LocationName

Instructions on how to change the location or name of a Deco unit.

Set Main Deco

Replacing the Main Deco Unit

Steps to replace the current main Deco with a satellite Deco.

Manage Connected Devices

Viewing Device Details

How to check the details of connected devices on the network.

Managing Device Settings

How to manage and change settings for individual connected devices.

Creating Device Profiles

Adding unique profiles for devices to manage online activities.

RemoveReboot Deco

Removing a Deco Unit

Steps to remove a Deco unit from the network, resetting it to factory defaults.

Rebooting a Deco Unit

Instructions on how to reboot a Deco unit via the app.

Create A New Network

Method 1: From Overview Page

First method to create a new network directly from the app's overview page.

Create A New Network (Continued)

Method 2: From Menu Page

Second method to create a new network by accessing the app's menu.

Delete A Network

Deleting the Deco Network

Steps to delete the entire Deco network, resetting all units.

Wi-Fi Settings

Managing Main Network Settings

How to change the main Wi-Fi network name and password.

Sharing Your Network

Methods to share your Wi-Fi network with others.

Guest Network

Creating and Enabling Guest Network

Steps to create and enable a separate Wi-Fi network for guests.

Network Optimization

Optimizing Network Channels

How to use the app to scan and optimize Wi-Fi channels for better performance.

Blacklist

Adding Devices to Blacklist

Steps to add devices to a blacklist to prevent them from accessing the network.

Upgrade Your Deco

Updating Deco Firmware

Instructions on how to download and install firmware updates for the Deco units.

WPS

Connecting Devices via WPS

How to use WPS to quickly and securely connect devices to the network.

Parental Controls

Setting Up Parental Controls

Steps to set up content filtering, time limits, and internet history for family members.

QoS

Configuring Quality of Service

How to set priorities for specific applications and devices for better network performance.

Advanced Features

WAN Settings (IPv4 IPv6)

How to modify WAN settings for IPv4 and IPv6 internet connections.

IPv6 Firewall Rules

How to add IPv6 firewall rules to control device access.

Advanced Features (Continued)

LAN IP and DHCP Server Settings

How to modify LAN IP addresses and configure DHCP server settings.

IPTVVLAN and MAC Clone

Enabling IPTV/VLAN mode and MAC Clone functionality.

Advanced Features (Continued)

Address Reservation and Port Forwarding

Reserving IP addresses and setting up port forwarding rules.

DDNS and SIP ALG

Registering DDNS and enabling SIP ALG for network access and communication.

Advanced Features (Continued)

UPnP, Fast Roaming, and Beamforming

Enabling UPnP, Fast Roaming, and Beamforming for enhanced network capabilities.

LED Control and Night Mode

How to control the LED indicator light and configure night mode.

Advanced Features (Continued)

Operation Mode Settings

Changing the operating mode of the Deco system (Router vs. Access Point).

Notification Settings

Configuring connection alerts and other notification settings.

Monthly Report

Viewing Monthly Usage Statistics

How to view monthly usage statistics, security threats, and connected devices.

Managing Monthly Reports

Options to enable, disable, or clear monthly report data.

Managers

Adding Network Managers

Steps to add friends or family members as managers using their TP-Link IDs.

Authentication

FCC Compliance Information

FCC compliance statement for the AC1200 Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi System.

Responsible Party Information

Contact details for the responsible party, TP-Link USA Corporation.

Authentication (Continued)

FCC RF Exposure Statement

Statement regarding FCC RF radiation exposure limits and compliance.

CE Mark Warning

EU Declaration of Conformity

EU declaration of conformity for the device.

RF Exposure Information (EU)

Information on the device's compliance with EU RF exposure limitations.

National Restrictions (EU)

Details on national restrictions for using the device in EU member states.

UKCA Mark

UKCA Declaration of Conformity

UKCA declaration of conformity for the device.

National Restrictions (UK)

Details on national restrictions for using the device in Great Britain.

Canadian Compliance Statement

Compliance statement for Canada's Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standards.

Caution

RF Exposure Statement (IC)

Statement regarding IC radiation exposure limits.

Industry Canada Statement

Statement for Industry Canada compliance.

Korea Warning Statements

Warning statements specific to Korea.

NCC Notice & BSMI Notice

Regulatory notices from NCC and BSMI for Taiwan.

Safety Information

Product Safety Precautions

General safety advice for using the product, including power, cleaning, and ventilation.

Restricted Substances Information

Statement on restricted substances and their presence in product components.

Safety Information (Continued)

Operating and Storage Environment

Recommended operating and storage temperatures and humidity levels.

Safety Information Summary

Summary of critical safety information and user responsibility.

Explanation of the symbols on the product label

Product Label Symbol Definitions

Explanations of symbols found on the product label, such as DC voltage and caution.

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