TP Link Router Setup: A Comprehensive Guide For New Users

Get a robust internet connection on which you can rely for your personal & professional activities with TP Link Router Setup. Configuration of the router device from the TP link is very simple. You can use the device after configuring it via web based method or using tether mobile app. In this guide we detailed how you can add a TP link router to your home/ office network using tether app. From installation of hardware to updating device firmware every single step is mentioned so even a new user who is not aware of networking can easily configure the device. At the initial setup you don’t need technical expertise. So, without wasting more time let’s check out the setup process step by step breakdown. 

TP Link Router Setup Steps

Further steps will guide you how to set up a TP link router device using tether mobile application. 

Connect Router To Modem

Initiate the setup of TP link router with hardware connection. Take your router device and place it closer to the modem. Unplug the modem from power. Inject the ethernet cable in modem’s ethernet port and then connect it with your router device. Now plug in both the devices to the electric outlet using their power adapter to boot them up. Wait till the device boots completely. 

Download Tether App

Download tether app in an iOS or android operating system device (smartphone/ tablet) from the app store or google play store. Be sure the android device you are using has the operating system version 5.0 or later & iOS version 11 or later. To download the app you need a working internet connection. 

Connect Smartphone To Router’s Network

Moving to the next step of TP Link Router Setup, you have to connect your router device with the device (smartphone/ tablet) in which you downloaded the tether app. In your smartphone/ tablet you need to access settings and navigate wifi settings. Run a scan for available networks and connect to the router’s default SSID. Use the information mentioned on the label to establish the connection. 

Launch Tether App

When the connection between the router’s network and your device (smartphone/ tablet) is done successfully, you have to launch the tether app.  

Create TP Link Account

Now to use the app you need a TP Link account. If you have one then use the same account to configure the device. On the contrary, create a new account by choosing the create TP link account option. Now enter the email ID & password on the screen and move to the next step to verify your email. As email verification is done your TP link account is ready to use.

Add Router 

Now you have to go to the device option and choose the add icon given in the top right corner. Choose the router option from the device list and then let your app detect the router’s network. When you see the router’s SSID on the screen choose it to start configuration. 

Create Username & Password

First of all you need to secure the access of your router device and for that you need to create an admin account username & password. Be sure the password you are about to create is a secured one and not easily crackable to protect your network and data. 

Choose Connection Type

Moving ahead in the TP Link router setup process you have to choose the type of internet connection you are using to connect the router device. There are five options available: dynamic IP, static IP, PPPoE, L2TP & PPTP. Select the one and hit on the next option to move ahead. If the network type is PPPoE then you need to enter the username and password provided by the ISP. follow the on screen prompts to complete the connection with the internet. 

Customize Router’s Wireless Network Settings

Next you need to customize your router’s wireless network settings by creating its separate SSID & password. This password is required to connect your router’s WiFi network so, be careful. Then choose the next option to move ahead in the router setup. 

Enable Auto Firmware Update

You need to select the preferred time in which the router device can automatically update firmware. Then hit on the enable auto update option. This step is not mandatory. You can also skip this setting. 

Apply Changes

Now you have to hit on the confirm and apply option so that the app will start testing your network connection. If the setup was successful, or if there were any issues in connection, the app will notify you. When you see the connection is successful you need to hit on finish option to finish up the TP Link Router Setup. Now you can use the router’s network & enjoy your internet connection.

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