Tp-Link Archer C7 ac1750 accelerated setup. Tether mobile app

Another instruction for configuring routers, and today we will configure the TP-Link Archer C60 (AC1350). I have already done a review of this model, you can see it at the link. There you will find specifications, and you can leave your review about TP-Link Archer C60.

Usually, all instructions for configuring routers are long and boring. There are a lot of different moments and nuances that need to be told. Many options for settings, etc. After all, everyone different devices, providers, installations. I will try to make this tutorial as simple and short as possible. Essentially, for normal operation router, you just need to set the parameters for connecting to an Internet provider, change wifi name networks and set a password for Wi-Fi.

Setting router TP-Link Archer C60 is practically no different from setting up other TP-Link routers. New models, where an already updated control panel is installed. And in general, the algorithm of actions when setting up a router will always be almost the same, regardless of the manufacturer or model.

We connect TP-Link Archer C60 and go to the control panel

There are two ways to set up a router:

• Connect to it network cable that comes with the kit. In this case, you must have a laptop, or desktop computer which has Network Card. This The best way. If possible, then at the time of setup, I advise you to connect the router via cable.
• By WiFi networks. At the factory settings, the router immediately distributes a Wi-Fi network. We can connect to it, go to the control panel and set necessary settings. This the way is fine those who do not have a LAN port on a laptop, or do not have a computer at all. You can also set up from your phone or tablet. I wrote more about this here. For TP link settings Archer C60 you can use the proprietary .

By cable:

It is enough to connect the router to the computer. Also, immediately connect the Internet to the WAN port to the router. Here is the connection diagram.

By WiFi:

In this case, it is enough to turn on the power of the router, connect the Internet to it, and connect your device to a Wi-Fi network, which will have a factory name.

To connect to this network, you will need a password. Factory password (PIN), WiFi name networks (at 5GHz, and 2.4GHz), MAC address, router IP address and factory username and password indicated on the bottom of the router on a sticker.

I will show the setup process using the example of a router with factory settings. Before writing this article, I reset them to the factory. Therefore, if you have already tried to configure the router, or it was configured before, your settings may differ. If you have already tried to configure the router, then it is better to reset the settings. To do this, you need to hold down the Reset button with something sharp for 10 seconds.

The router will reboot and the settings will be restored.

To access the Archer C60 control panel, just open your browser and go to http://tplinkwifi.net(or 192.168.0.1) , and enter the factory username and password (admin and admin) . If you haven't changed them yet.

If you encounter some kind of problem, and you can’t enter the router settings, then see the solutions from this article:. AND separate instruction at the entrance to .

The control panel will open, and the router will immediately prompt us to change the factory username and password to enter the settings. I recommend doing this. Just specify new login(I left admin) , and twice New password.

The next time you enter the settings, you will need to specify set password and username. If you forget them, you will have to do a factory reset. (I wrote about it above).

The wizard will open immediately. quick setup. Cool thing. With it, you can step by step configure the router (specify the region, Internet connection settings, Wi-Fi network settings). You can try.

I don’t know about you, but in May the settings were only in English. Switching language failed. Maybe you just need to update the firmware. But I didn't check.

I will show you how to set the required parameters in different sections settings. I will not use the quick setup wizard.

Internet setup

An important point. Let me remind you that the cable from your Internet provider, or modem must be connected in WAN port of the router.

If you have previously started an Internet connection to connect to the Internet ( high speed connection), you don't need to do that now. The router will establish this connection. It is important.

To connect to the internet, your ISP uses some type of connection. It can be: Dynamic IP, PPPoE, L2TP, PPTP, or Static IP. You should definitely know what type of connection your provider uses. No other way. Also, it would be nice to immediately find out if the provider uses MAC address binding (this is rare, but it happens). This information can be obtained directly from the provider, or in the connection agreement.

If you have a popular connection type Dynamic IP (no binding by MAC address), then the Internet should immediately work through the router. Since the default settings of the router is Dynamic IP. You can immediately go to the Wi-Fi network settings.

If the Internet through the router does not work (no internet access, or limited), then you need to set the parameters for connecting to the provider. To do this, go to the "Advanced" - "Network" - "Internet" tab.

There we select our connection type, and set the necessary parameters. Typically, this is a username, password, and server address. For example, I chose PPPoE.

After you have set all the parameters, click on the "Connect" button. If the router connects to the Internet, then save the settings of the router. If it does not connect, then check the settings. We specify the parameters with the provider.

L2TP and PPTP are configured in the same way. Only there, in addition to the username and password, you will also need to specify the server address (which is also issued by the provider).

Our goal is for the router to establish a connection with the provider.

Setting up a Wi-Fi network and password on TP-Link Archer C60

From WiFi settings networks, I advise you to change only the name of the network itself, and of course the password. Since we have a router, the settings must be set for both networks. Or, if necessary, you can disable one of the ranges. I'll explain now.

Since we do not need to change any special parameters, then open basic settings on the tab "Basic" - "Wireless".

There you will see the settings for two networks: 2.4GHz Wireless and 5GHz Wireless. Change the name (SSID) and password for each band. The password must be at least 8 characters long. English letters.

If, for example, you this moment no 5GHz network needed (well, you do not have devices that support it), you can turn it off. Just uncheck "Enable Wireless Radio" next to it and save the settings.

After saving the settings, you will need to reconnect to the Wi-Fi network. By specifying the new password we just set.

If you forget your Wi-Fi password, you can always see it in the router settings. Or, use the tips from the article:.

Setting up IPTV

IPTV settings are set in the "Advanced" - "Network" - "IPTV" section.

It is enough to connect the set-top box to one of the LAN ports of the Archer C60 router, and set this port under IPTV in the settings. in bridge mode.

I don't think there will be any problems with this.

That's it, we have finished configuring the TP-Link Archer C60 router. I hope everything worked out for you. If you encounter any problems, then reset the settings and try setting it up again. Check your provider's settings.

Ask questions in the comments and share your experience. Good luck!

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The Internet and all kinds of online services have long become an integral part of our lives, and if, at the dawn of active consumption of gigabytes of traffic, the main platform for immersing world wide web there was a stationary PC "tied" to the wire from the provider, now it is mainly mobile devices such as laptops, tablets and mobile phones. No matter how hard you try mobile operators communications, wire technologies still provide the fastest and most stable connections to an apartment or office, but then everything depends on the choice chosen by the buyer wifi router, whose task is to ensure the connection of wireless client devices to an existing wired connection. The choice of a router must be approached very carefully, because, to a large extent, a stable and fast connection indoor devices and wireless network coverage. It is very important to choose a device that combines ease of setup and stable continuous work on the high speeds, while also providing side intra-network services such as broadcasting video on smart TV and public access to files and printers. In this review, let's talk about the wireless router TP-LINKArcher C20, opening the line archer modern high-speed dual-band WiFi routers with speed support 802.11ac, produced by the company TP-LINK.

In the assortment of the line archer, home high-speed wireless router company TP-LINK, on the this moment 4 massively and actively sold models with operating speeds WiFi modules from 750 Mbps to 1750 Mbps. Naturally, these speeds are theoretical technical maximums in ideal conditions with simultaneous operation in two ranges according to the standard IEEE 802.11ac. The youngest model Archer C20 is a router with a built-in switch with 100 Mbps ports and wireless module operating at speeds up to 433 Mbps (5 GHz) + 300 Mbps (2.4 GHz). Its target customers are users whose ISP provides a channel within 100 Mbps, but at the same time there are several wireless high-speed devices (for example, computers and NAS) between which you need fast exchange large volumes data. Subject to use tariff plans implying an Internet connection above 100 Mbps or the presence of gigabit wired Ethernet devices inside home network, you need to look at models from Archer C2 and more powerful.

Packaging and equipment

router Archer C20 comes in a box measuring 285 x 220 x 90 mm, decorated in a traditional TP-LINK combinations of white and light green colors with a mandatory illustration of the appearance of the device. TP-LINK traditionally not only lists the main characteristics and key features devices, but also leads comparison table the main differences of all devices of the line archer. Unlike many well-known competitors that produce universal multilingual packaging, on which the inscriptions on understandable language can only be found somewhere in a far corner, all description Archer C20 fully localized into Russian. table comparative characteristics divided into two parts and contains not only dry technical specifications, but also understandable ordinary people terms.

For those wishing to learn more about the description of the device in a special section of the official website, one of the side faces has QR code with a link to the product page.

Under the outer glossy packaging, there is a pallet made of recycled cardboard, which houses the router itself and a simple package for it, in particular, a 220 V power supply unit, short ethernet cable, software CD, quick setup guide, warranty card and promotional booklet.

Complete patch cord 1.1 m long, made of eight-core twisted pair with PVC insulation white color and crimped at both ends in a "straight" pattern ( EIA/TIA 568B). The Quick Setup Guide, in a well-illustrated and understandable Russian language, describes the initial configuration process through three main setup interfaces: the application on the bundled CD, web-interface and mobile app Tether.

Specifications

• Model: TP-LINK Archer C20 (AC750)
• Hardware revision: V1
• Type: wireless router
• Supported network standards: IEEE 802.11ac/n/a, IEEE 802.11n/g/b
• Transfer rate: up to 733 Mbps: up to 433 Mbps on 5 GHz and up to 300 Mbps on 2.4 GHz
• Antennas: 2 pcs., non-removable, dual-band, omnidirectional
• Frequency range: 2400-2483.5MHz, 5150-5350MHz, 5650-5725MHz
• Security: DoS protection, firewall SPI, filtering by IP address / MAC address, domain name, binding by IP and MAC address
• Encryption modes: 64/128-bit WEP, WPA / WPA2, WPA-PSK/ WPA2-PSK
• VPN support: PPTP, L2TP, IPSec
• Connection types: Dynamic IP/Static IP/PPPoE/PPTP(Dual Access)/L2TP(Dual Access)/BigPond
• Protocols: IPv4 and IPv6
• Ports: 4 LAN port 10/100 Mbps, 1 WAN port 10/100 Mbps, 1 USB 2.0 port
• Dimensions: 285 x 223 x 91mm
• Parameters environment: Working temperature: 0 to 40 degrees Celsius, operating humidity: 10% - 90%, non-condensing.

Appearance and controls

The case design is made in a very interesting form, from afar, a bit reminiscent of a dark pebble stone, the upper surface of which is textured glossy plastic with imitation of gemstone cutting, and similar to the design of competitors - routers by ASUS. In general, the glossy spectacular surface of the router TP-LINK Archer C20 looks great, in the light from different angles it plays with edges and undoubtedly attracts attention, equally, like fingerprints and dust.

The lower half and housing of the antennas of the device are made of matte plastic gray color. At the bottom and side beveled edges there is a large number of ventilation holes for passive cooling router.

There are no holes for wall mounting, only horizontal arrangement body on four protrusions-legs at the bottom. The weight of the device is small, one might say almost weightless, the fitting of parts is at a high level.

All ports and buttons are located on the back of the device (from left to right):

• Button WPS/reset- to enable WPS and reset device settings
• Button Wireless On/Off- to turn the wireless module on and off
• WAN port, 1 pc. (blue) - to connect Ethernet cable from the provider
• LAN ports, 4 pcs. (orange) - for connecting local network devices Ethernet cable
• USB 2.0 port - for flash connections drives, USB modems and printers
• Button Power on/off- to turn the device on and off
• Connector for connecting the power supply.

In the vertical plane, the angle of inclination is 90 degrees, with intermediate fixation at an angle of 45 degrees, to the left-right the angle of inclination is 180 degrees with limiting extreme positions.

First start

Direct power is provided by the external unit of the model T120100-2C1 working in networks alternating current with a voltage of 100-240 V 50/60 Hz and a consumption of about 0.3 A, output 12 V, 1 A.

The initial configuration of the router can be done in several ways:

• Using the program on the supplied CD-disk.
• Through the built-in web interface of the router.
• Through the app for mobile devices Tether.

Before you start setting up in any of these ways, you need to prepare the data necessary for connection and issued by the Internet provider, in particular, you will need:

• type WAN connections
• username (if available)
• password (if available)
• server and authentication domain (if any).

Setting program

On the CD On the disk that comes with the kit, place the manufacturer's documentation on the router and two utilities: Quick Setup Wizard And USB setup printer . With the help of the first one, in just a few minutes, following the prompts that appear on the screen, you can configure Archer C20 to work. The wizard will prompt you step by step to connect cables to the device, turn on its power, select an Internet provider from the list and specify authorization data for connection, set names and passwords wireless networks in both ranges, after which it will download specified settings to the wireless router.

With the help of the program Setting USB printer can be arranged network access to a printer by connecting it to the port USB wireless router. To continue using it, you will need to use this utility on each computer from which you want to access the printer.

WEB interface

Web interface Archer C20 looks familiar to routers TP-LINK design that has been used by the company for many years in a row without significant visual changes. You can't call him very friendly to ordinary users, nevertheless, the parameters are well structured and, most importantly, translated into Russian, including background information displayed on the right side of the window. If you have previously set up another device from TP-LINK, then the setting Archer C20 will pass quickly and normally.

Before configuring the router, it is recommended to update the firmware software before latest version, which will avoid the shortcomings that have already been corrected since the first time the device went on sale. To do this, on the official page, in the corresponding section, you need to download the image file with the "firmware" and load it into the router's memory using the section System Tools - Firmware update.

Important! Company TP-LINK quite often updates not only the firmware, but also the hardware stuffing of models, so under the same name Archer C20 there may be several modifications that differ component base, they are usually labeled V1, V2 and so on, you can find out which one you have by looking exact model on the sticker on the bottom of the device. Firmware for different hardware versions are incompatible with each other, so it is very important to download it for your device revision. At the time of publication of the review for the tested model Archer C20 V1 software version available 0.9.1 2.1 v0044.0 Build 160318 Rel.46541n.

After the update, you can proceed to the settings. By the way, the web interface also has a section Quick Setup Wizards , with step-by-step hints to the user.

Let's briefly go through the key "manual" settings...

In parameters WAN(directly wired connection to the Internet), you can set one of the following types of connection:

• static IP
• dynamic IP
• PPPoE
• L2TP
• PPTP
• Big Pond

If your ISP is set up to connect to physical address network interface (MAC address) of the client, you can replace the one visible to the provider MAC to the desired one (usually this is the address network adapter the computer from which the connection was previously made).

Support IGMP Proxy versions 2 and 3 required for the service to work IPTV from providers, is present.

Because TP-LINK Archer C20 supports dual band operation WiFi- 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz, in the settings it is possible to enable / disable each of them, and configure each one in detail. The transmitter power is within the officially permitted 100 mW, in order to reduce interference with other networks or reduce the coverage radius, in advanced settings each of wireless bands, you can lower it. Filtration MAC addresses separately for each of the ranges is implemented.

You can also configure limited speed and time of work Guest network.

If it is necessary to introduce restrictions on Internet speed or block a certain URL for individual devices, present Control bandwidth And Parental control.

Available USB port can be used to organize a backup connection through 3G/4G modem. Operators supported mobile communications: Beeline, Megaphone, MTS, SKYLINK, TELE2, YOTA. List of compatible models USB modems for our country can be viewed at> link< .

To organize file sharing through network folders, DLNA or FTP server, you can connect to USB port removable media and configure access to it.

There is support DDNS services provided by sites DynDNS , No-IP , iComeexe .

Note : These are far from all the parameters that can be changed through the web interface, if you want to get acquainted with the capabilities of the device’s firmware in more detail, study the available settings, then I recommend using online- device emulator, available on the official page for .

Tether mobile app

After entering the application, a map of devices connected to the router is displayed. After pressing the Manage button, the settings sections for Wireless modules, guest network, parental control and Internet connection appear.

From the use of the application left a pleasant impression, the interface is intuitive and friendly, and key parameters are available for quick settings through it.

Work speed

Equipment testing in the framework of the current article was carried out in an apartment of a multi-storey panel building, with a heavily loaded neighboring networks in the 2.4 GHz band and a free 5 GHz band. Approximately assess the environment in which the testing was carried out, according to the indications of the program Insider And WiFi Analyzer.

The signal level provided at different points of the room in which the testing was carried out turned out to be the following.

An average three-room apartment within 80-100 square meters, even with "difficult" for WiFi equipment with concrete wall obstacles, the router is able to fully provide a stable and fast wireless network, provided you choose a good location.

To test the wireless router TP-LINK Archer C20 in conditions close to most applications at home were used: a stationary PC with 802.11n (2.4GHz) USB adapter TP Link WN-822N, laptop with 802.11ac (5GHz) USB adapter TP-LINK Archer T4U. Testing the speed of data transfer over the network, was carried out at a distance of about 2 m from the router to WiFi clients. We checked the transmission speed between computers over a wireless channel, through a wired connection to the built-in switch (LAN ports), between LAN and wireless connection, and the speed of working with a real network of one of the Internet providers using PPPoE technology. The results are summarized in one chart.

The performance of the router is sufficient to provide a connection at the limit of the maximum speed of the built-in 100 Mbps LAN And WAN ports. Over the wireless channel, the speed is no worse than wired connections and during testing was limited by the capabilities of the used USB WiFi adapters. By the way, home use by the whole family, in which smart- TV was used to watch commercials YouTube, with parallel surfing the Internet with Android smartphone, tablet Apple iPad and playing an online game on a stationary PC, it was possible for a router.

Speed ​​Testing TP-LINKArcher C20 from USB 3.0 flash drive SanDisk Extreme 64 GB connected to the built-in USB 2.0 router port was carried out in two modes:

• wired connection to a PC via a gigabit network card based on Qualcomm Atheros AR8161
• WiFi connection mode 802.11n at displayed speed of 300 Mbps via adapter TP Link WN-822N.

Based on the test results, we can say that in order to work as a kind of analogue NAS the router is not designed at all, working with storage media is rather slow for a modern device. Port USB more useful for organizing a backup connection through 3G/4G modem or as a print server than for video sharing, since, despite the read speed sufficient to play HD content, writing is very slow, and with current tariff plans, copying files to a "flash drive" over the network may take time more than browsing directly from the Internet.

Conclusion

Summing up, we can write that the wireless router TP-LINK Archer C20- a good solution for the home, for those users whose Internet connection is carried out at speeds below 100 Mbps and who do not require the wide functionality of the firmware of expensive models and gigabit wired LAN ports, but at the same time, you need a stable network device with an acceptable price, which you set up once and forgot about its existence.

Pros:

• stable work
• good coverage radius
• dual band operation (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz)
• universal USB port(for flash drives / 3G/4G modems / printers)
• IPTV support
• cute design.

• fixed antennas
• low write speed on USB storage media
• lack of a torrent client in the device firmware.

Authorization

In order to get into the web interface of the router, you need to open your Internet browser and type 192. 168.1.1 in the address bar, Username - admin, Password – admin(provided that the router has factory settings and its IP has not changed).

Change factory password

So that no one except you can enter the router settings, you need to change the password to enter the settings.

To do this, select from the menu on the left System Tools(System Tools) – Password(Password) and enter the settings:

1. Old User Name: old username, enter admin
2. old password: old password, enter admin
3. New User Name: enter a new username, you can leave admin
4. New password: enter a new password
5. Confirm New Password: confirm new password

Internet connection setup

In the interface of the router, you need to go to the tab network(Net ) , menu WAN(Here you can add, edit and delete connections).

Setting up a PPPoE connection

1. In the WAN connection type field ( WAN Connection Type): select PPPoE/Russia PPPoE
2. user name
3. Password(Password) and Confirm Password(Password Confirmation): Your contractual password.
4. Secondary connection(auxiliary connection): Disabled(Disabled)
5. WAN Connection Mode(WAN connection mode): Connect Automatically(Auto connection)
6. Save .

Setting up an L2TP connection

1. WAN Connection Type(Type WAN connections): select L2TP/Russia L2TP
2. user name(Username): your contract login
3. Password Confirm Password)
4. Putting a dot on dynamic IP
5. Server IP Address/Name- server address or name (specified in the contract)
6. MTU size- change the value to 1450 or less
7. WAN connection mode - Connect Automatically(connect automatically)
8. After entering the above settings, press Save

Setting up PPtP (VPN) when automatically obtaining a local IP address (DHCP)

1. In the WAN connection type field ( WAN Connection Type): select PPTP/Russia PPTP
2. user name(Username): your contract login
3. Password(Password): your contractual password. In some firmware, just below it asks to confirm the password ( Confirm Password)
4. Choose dynamic IP address(Dynamic IP address)
5. In field Server IP Address/Name we put the address specified in your contract
6. WAN Connection Mode(WAN connection mode): Connect Automatically(Auto connection)
7. After entering the above settings, press Save(Save). Internet set up

Setting up PPtP (VPN) with a static local IP address

1. In the WAN connection type field ( WAN Connection Type): select PPTP/Russia PPTP
2. user name(Username): your contract login
3. Password(Password): your contractual password. In some firmware, just below it asks to confirm the password ( Confirm Password)
4. Choose static IP address(Static IP address)
5. In the fields Server IP Address/Name, IP address, subnet mask, Gateway enter data from the contract. In field DNS you can enter DNS your provider's address
6. WAN Connection Mode(WAN connection mode): Connect Automatically(Auto connection)
7. After entering the above settings, press Save(Save). Internet set up

NAT when automatically obtaining an IP address (DHCP)

1. In the WAN connection type field ( WAN Connection Type): select dynamic IP(Dynamic IP)
2. Click Save(Save). Internet set up

Setting up Wi-Fi on the router

Dual band operation simultaneously, maximum data rate up to 1300Mbps at 5GHz and 450Mbps at 2.4GHz. Total bandwidth up to 1.75 Gbps.

First, turn on both networks (either. can turn on only one). We go to Dual Band Selection and check the box Concurrently with 2.4GHz and 5GHz.

There are two tabs in the side menu - Wireless 2.4GH z and Wireless 5GHz. Set up both networks. Set names must be different.

Wireless 2.4GHz

1. Wireless Network Name-
2. region
3. mode(Standard) : 11bgn mixed
4. Next click Save

Wireless 5GHz

1. Wireless Network Name- the name of your wireless network
2. region(Region): You can put Russia, or you can choose nothing. It's not critical.
3. mode(Standard) : 11bgn mixed
4. Next click Save

Set up Wi-Fi encryption for each network. Passwords can be the same. In the side menu go to Wireless Security(Wireless Protection):

1. Choose the type of encryption WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK
2. PSK Password(PSK password): enter the password for the Wi-Fi network. Password must not be less than 8 characters
3. Click the button below Save(Save). After saving the settings, you will be prompted to reboot the router, ignore this requirement (red inscription at the bottom)

Port Forwarding/Forwarding

This function automatically redirects requests for certain services from
Internet to the corresponding host on your local network, located behind the internetwork
router screen. Use this function if you want
create a server on the local network behind the firewall of the router (for example,
web server or mail server). We go to forwarding, press Add new.

IP address- network address of the device to which the request will be redirected Service Port- port number to be opened Protocol- Choose the required protocol Status- Enable Press Save.

Today we will be configuring the TP-LINK Archer C7 Dual Band Router. If you have already purchased this router and want to connect and configure it faster, then proceed to the next subheading. And I will write a few more words about this router for those who are just choosing a router and thinking about buying an Archer C7 model.

TP-LINK Archer C7 is an excellent router model for a private house, apartment, and even office. When you have a lot of different devices, you want to play online games without problems, watch videos, etc. And at the same time not know what constant Internet connection drops, ping drops, speed drops, and the like.

This is a powerful router that has all the modern features that I so often recalled in the article. Namely: support for Wi-Fi 5 GHz (802.11ac), and two USB ports. This router will be relevant for a long time. Well, the price for such functionality is quite good. A little over a hundred dollars.

Since we have instructions for setting up Archer C7 (AC1750) here, and not an overview and description of technical characteristics, I will write more detailed information on this model on a separate page. And now we will connect this router and configure it.

If you want to configure the router via Wi-FI from a mobile device (tablet), then I advise you to do it. Also included is a CD with a quick setup utility. Here .

How to connect a TP-LINK Archer C7 router?

It is enough to connect the power adapter to the WAN port (it's blue and signed Ethernet) we connect the Internet, and using the cable that you will find in the kit, we connect the router to the computer. It should look something like this:

We turn on the power of the router, and from the computer to which we are connected, you need to go to the settings. You can also connect to the router via a Wi-Fi network. All factory information (name of Wi-Fi networks, Wi-Fi password, address for entering settings, standard username and password) listed on the bottom of the router, on a sticker.

Open any browser and go to tplinklogin.net (192.168.0.1 also works). Enter the username and password. The default is admin and admin.

The router settings will open, where we can set all the necessary parameters. Set up Internet and Wi-Fi network.

Setting up TP-LINK Archer C7

The main thing for us is to set up the Internet, set up a Wi-Fi network, and set a password. You can do this on different tabs in the control panel. Or you can use the quick setup wizard. Which we will do.

On the left, go to the "Quick Setup" tab, and click the "Next" button.

Now attention! If you immediately see a window with Wi-Fi settings, it means that the Internet connection has been configured automatically (most likely you have a "Dynamic IP" connection). Just scroll down the page a little bit and continue setting up your wireless network.

But, most likely, you will need to set parameters for connecting to an Internet provider. First way, select your country, region and ISP from the list (this feature may not be available on older firmware versions). If you do not find your provider, then check the box next to "I did not find suitable settings." And click next.

You need to select the type of connection that your Internet provider uses (Dynamic IP, Static IP, PPPoE, L2TP, PPTP). If you do not know, then it is better to check with the support of the provider. You can also look at the official website, or look at the connection agreement. The necessary data for connection should also be indicated there: username, password (if needed).

If you select "Dynamic IP", then you only need to specify whether there is a binding by MAC address or not. If there is, then we clone the MAC address from the computer. If not, then the Internet will immediately work.

A window will appear asking you to enter a username and password. (provided by provider). And if you have L2TP, or PPTP, then you will also need to specify the server. Click "Next".

If everything is correct, a window with Wi-Fi network settings will appear. More precisely, a window in which you need to select at what frequency you want to use the Wi-Fi network. You can select only 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz. Or use both at the same time. Select the desired item and click "Next". I chose "Simultaneous 2.4GHz and 5GHz (802.11a/b/g/n/ac)". This means that the router will broadcast two Wi-Fi networks at different frequencies.

Next, a window will appear in which you need to set a name for the Wi-Fi network, select your region, and specify the password that will be used to connect to Wi-Fi. If you selected "2.4 GHz and 5 GHz", then two windows will appear, for each frequency separately.

Well, setting up a wireless network at a frequency of 5 GHz.

We see a window with a message that the setup is complete and the Internet is working. Click on the "Reload" button.

The Internet through the router works, the name of the Wi-Fi network has been changed, the password has been set. That's all the settings. I also advise, which is used to protect the settings of the router.

Setting up a 5 GHz Wi-Fi network on the Archer C7 (AC1750) router

Since we have this router, it can broadcast two Wi-Fi networks at different frequencies: 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz. If during the tuning process, for example, you turned on only one frequency, but you need two, or vice versa, then all this can be changed in the settings. Also, you can separately change the network name and password for each network. (at each frequency).

In the control panel, go to the "Select operating frequency" tab. There you can specify at what frequency the router will broadcast the wireless network.

Then, go to the tab with the settings of the Wi-Fi network we need. For example, on "Wireless mode - 5 GHz".

There you can already see, or change the necessary parameters. Everything is simple and clear.

If you still have any questions about setting up Archer C7, then you can leave them in the comments. I have shown the basic settings that you need to set for the router to work properly. But, there are many other features that you may find useful. For example: setting up IPTV, FTP server, guest network, etc. We have separate instructions on our website for setting up these functions. Look in the "TP-LINK" section, or use the site search. Good luck!

The TP-LINK Archer C7 dual band setup will now begin. After you bought this router, you need to connect it to a PC and configure it, for this we will proceed to the next step.

The Tp-Link AC1750 Archer C7 router is a great router for home use, apartment or office. When you want to connect many different devices, enjoy a game or watch videos and not worry that the Internet will break, the network speed will drop and other troubles.

If you are going to configure your device via a wireless Wi-Fi network from a smartphone or tablet, we recommend using the TP-LINK Tether application. The box comes with a CD with a program for configuring the Tp-Link Archer C7 router.

Connecting a TP-LINK Archer C7 Router

First of all, connect the power adapter to the mains, connect the Internet wire to the blue WAN connector, and use the wire that comes with the router to connect the router to the PC. Everything will come out in this order:

We connect the power to the Tp-Link AC1750 Archer C7 router and from the PC to which you connected the router, we enter the control panel of the router settings. The router can also be connected wirelessly.

All factory data is on the back of your device, login and password to enter the router control panel in the same place.

Open your browser and type in the search bar tplinklogin.net or 192.168.0.1. Enter the factory username and password admin". If you can't go to the address or, there are separate articles where you will learn how to fix these problems. The router options control panel will open, where you can configure all the necessary parameters.

Setting up a TP-LINK Archer C7 wireless router

The main thing to do is to configure the Internet, Wi-Fi, and set a security password. You can configure these settings in several tabs in the options of the Tp-Link AC1750 Archer C7 router, or you can resort to the "quick setup wizard".

In the left pane, switch to the " Quick Setup", and press the button" Further".

Carefully! If a window appears with the Wi-Fi settings, therefore, the Internet has connected automatically (you probably have the "Dynamic IP" connection type). Scroll down the page and continue to configure the wireless network.

You will probably have to specify the parameters in order to connect to the provider. The first method is to mark the country of residence, your region and the Internet provider. On earlier firmware, this option may not be available. If you can't find your ISP, check " I did not find suitable settings" and click " Further".

Check the type of connection that your provider uses ( Dynamic IP, Static IP, PPPoE, L2TP, PPTP). If you do not understand what parameters to set, you can more accurately determine the connection characteristics from your provider, or find information on its official website, as well as in the connection contract. The necessary information for connection is also indicated there: username, password (if necessary).

In the case of "Dynamic IP" everything is much simpler - it is necessary to determine whether there is a binding by MAC address or not. If there is a binding, then clone MAC address from a PC, if not, then the Internet should already be active.

Let's consider an example of connection " PPPoE". Click " Further"and move on to another step in setting up the Tp-Link Archer C7 router.

A window will be displayed, in it you need to write a username and password (they are given by the provider). And if you have L2TP, or PPTP, you must also specify the server. Click "Next". If everything is correct, a window with Wi-Fi network options will appear. Or rather, a window where you need to select the frequency at which you want to transmit the wireless network. It is allowed to mark only the item 2.4 hertz, or 5 hertz.

There is an option to use both ranges at once synchronously. Check the appropriate item and click "Next". We chose "Simultaneously 2.4 hertz and 5 hertz (802.11a/b/g/n/ac)". This means that the router will broadcast 2 Wi-Fi networks at different frequencies.

Then a window pops up, where you need to specify a name for the wireless network, select your own region, and provide a password to connect to Wi-Fi. If you have checked the " 2.4 hertz and 5 hertz", then 2 windows will appear, for each frequency separately.

Here we configure Wi-Fi at a frequency of 5 hertz.

We see a window with a notice about the end of the configuration process, and the Internet is working. Setting up Tp-Link Archer C7 was successful, now click on the "Restart" button. The Internet should now work. Changed the Wi-Fi name, set a security password. This completes the setup process. We also recommend changing the factory admin password, used to protect the options of the Tp-Link Archer C7 ac1750 router.

How to set up Tp-Link Archer C7 at 5 hertz

Since this is a dual frequency device, it has the ability to transmit 2 Wi-Fi networks on both frequencies: 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz. If at the stage of configuring the Tp-Link AC1750 Archer C7 router, for example, you connected only 1 frequency, but you need 2, or vice versa, then all this is allowed to be changed in the control panel of the router options. In addition, it is separately allowed to change the name and password for a separate network (on each frequency).

In the settings panel, find the " Operating frequency selection". There it is allowed to indicate the frequency at which the router will transmit the wireless network.

Then, switch to the tab with the options for the Wi-Fi network that suits us. For example, on "". It is also allowed to see or change the desired characteristics there. Everything is elementary and clear.

We have shown the main options that need to be set in order for the router to function properly. However, there are sometimes many different options that you may need. For example: setting up IPTV, FTP server, guest network, etc.