Archer C2300 & A2300 V1 User Guide
- About This Guide
- Chapter 1 Get to Know About Your Router
- Chapter 2 Connect the Hardware
- Chapter 3 Log In to Your Router
- Chapter 4 Set Up Internet Connection
- Chapter 5 Set Up the Router as an Access Point
- Chapter 6 TP-Link Cloud Service
- Chapter 7 Guest Network
- Chapter 8 HomeCare – Parental Controls, QoS, Antivirus
- Chapter 9 Network Security
- Chapter 10 NAT Forwarding
- Chapter 11 VPN Server
- Chapter 12 Customize Your Network Settings
- Chapter 13 Manage the Router
- FAQ
Chapter 1 Get to Know About Your Router
This chapter introduces what the router can do and shows its appearance.
It contains the following sections:
The TP-Link router is designed to fully meet the need of Small Office/Home Office (SOHO) networks and users demanding higher networking performance. The powerful antennas ensure continuous Wi-Fi signal to all your devices while boosting widespread coverage throughout your home, and the built-in Ethernet ports supply high-speed connection to your wired devices.
Moreover, it is simple and convenient to set up and use the TP-Link router due to its intuitive web interface and the powerful Tether app.
2.1. The Front Panel
The router’s LEDs are located on the front. You can check the router’s working status by following the LED Explanation table.
| LED Explanation | ||
| Name | Status | Indication |
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| On | The system has started up successfully. |
| Flashing | The system is starting up or the firmware is being upgraded. Do not disconnect or power off your router. | |
| Off | Power is off. | |
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| On | The 2.4GHz wireless band is enabled. |
| Off | The 2.4GHz wireless band is disabled. | |
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| On | The 5GHz wireless band is enabled. |
| Off | The 5GHz wireless band is disabled. | |
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| Blue On | Internet service is available. |
| Orange On | The router’s Internet port is connected, but the internet service is not available. | |
| Off | The router’s Internet port is unplugged. | |
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| On | At least one powered-on device is connected to the router’s LAN port. |
| Off | No powered-on device is connected to the router’s LAN port. | |
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| On/Off | This light remains on for 5 minutes when a WPS connection is established, then turns off. |
| Flashing | WPS connection is in progress. This may take up to 2 minutes. | |
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| On | The inserted USB device is ready to use. |
| Flashing | A USB device is being identified. | |
| Off | No device is plugged into the USB port. | |
(Power)
(2.4GHz Wireless)
(5GHz Wireless)
(WPS)
(USB)2.2. The Side Panel
The following parts (view from left to right) are located on the side panel.
| Item | Description |
| Wi-Fi On/Off Button | Press and hold the WiFi button for about 2 seconds to turn on or off the wireless function of your router. |
| Reset Button | Press and hold this button for more than 5 seconds to reset the router to its factory default settings. |
| WPS Button | Press this button to enable the WPS function. |
| USB 2.0 Port | For connecting to a USB 2.0 device or a USB 2.0 printer. |
| USB 3.0 Port | For connecting to a USB 3.0 device or a USB 3.0 printer. It is also compatible with USB 2.0 devices. |
2.3. The Back Panel
The following parts (view from left to right) are located on the back panel.
| Item | Description |
| Power Port | For connecting the router to a power socket via the provided power adapter. |
| Power On/Off Button | Press this button to power on or off the router. |
| Internet Port | For connecting to a DSL/Cable modem, or an Ethernet jack. |
| LAN Ports (1/2/3/4) | For connecting your PC or other Ethernet network devices to the router. |
| Antennas | Used for wireless operation and data transmit. Upright them for the best |