TP Link Deco Setup
TP-Link Deco is a whole home WiFi mesh system that provides better coverage and powerful WiFi signals in every part of the home. Find on this page easy Deco setup steps to make your Deco mesh system up and running quickly.
Before You Begin: The Deco Mesh system can only be configured using the Deco App. Thus download the app first. Here we will also address issues such as the TP-Link Deco not connecting to the internet, among other topics.
TP-Link Deco Mesh Setup Using App
After you have the app installed on your phone, follow the steps given below to complete the TP-Link Decos mesh WiFi setup:
- Run the Deco app.
- Insert the Deco login ID to log in.
- If you do not have a TP Link login ID, then create one by signing up.
- Tap Let’s Begin after logging in.
- Choose the Deco model that you are going to set up.
- Power down the internet modem.
- Use an Ethernet cable and link one of the Deco units to the modem.
- If you do not have a modem, then insert the internet cable directly into the Deco unit.
- Supply power to the devices now. Tap Next on the app.
- Turn on Bluetooth on your phone if prompted.
- Now choose a location for the Deco from the app. If the location is not listed then create a new one by selecting Custom.
- Customize WiFi settings next by creating a network name and password for TP-Link mesh WiFi. Tap Next.
- This completes the Deco setup. If you wish to add more Decos to the network to expand the network coverage, tap on Add Another Deco.
- Follow the instructions on the app.
- You can now connect your devices to the TP Link mesh WiFi.
Deco mesh WiFi setup needs the Deco app. However, after the configuration, you can use the web interface to manage your Deco system. You should log in using the URL http://tplinkdeco.net or the IP address 192.168.68.1 on a browser to log in.
How to Perform TP-link Deco login with tplinkdeco.net?
- Connect your computer, laptop or mobile to the Deco mesh WiFi.
- You can also use a LAN cable to connect your PC to its network.
- Load up an internet browser.
- In the address field, type http://tplinkdeco.net. Avoid making typos such as http tplinkdeco net.
- The default IP address 192.168.68.1 can also be used instead.
- Input the TP-Link Deco login password and click Log In.
- You have successfully logged in to your Deco mesh WiFi system.
How to Create New Account on TP-Link App
If you don't know how to create a new account on the TP-Link deco mobile app, use the steps provided below to get started:
- Download the app from any platform like Google Play store or App store.
- Open app by clicking on it and select Create TP-link ID or Create Account.
- Then it will ask to enter Email Address.
- Enter Email and location, and insert new password.
- Then Accept the Term of Use and Privacy Policy.
- And click on Sign Up button.
- Go to the Email message box, and open the verification email that you received.
- Click on the Finish Registration button.
- At last, sign in the app with new account detail.
TP-Link Deco mesh WiFi setup needs the Deco app. However, after the configuration, you can use the web interface to manage your Deco system. You should log in using the URL http://tplinkdeco.net or the IP address 192.168.68.1 on a browser to log in.
Modify or Change Parental Control on TP-Link
Use the TP-Link app to modify or change the parental control settings of the TP-Link Deco mesh system. The steps are:
- Go to the TP-Link deco app on the mobile.
- If it asks, then sign via TP-Link account.
- And tap on the deco network.
- Then tap on the Settings and select Advanced Settings.
- Also click on the Other Features.
- Find and tap on the Parental Controls option.
- You can configure controls for specific devices or profiles based on your Deco system.
- To get started, select the device or profile that you want to manage.
- If you choose Time Limits, you can set limits on internet access.
- Adjust the time limits for both weekdays and weekends as needed.
- Some Deco systems also provide content filtering options, allowing you to block access to certain websites or categories of content.
- If this option is available, set the content filtering preferences according to your needs.
- Finally, remember to save your settings after adjusting the parental controls as desired.
Frequently Asked Questions
An ideal location for the main Deco unit is close to the modem as you’re connecting them. Other Deco units should be placed within range of the main Deco unit. Besides, do not keep the Decos close to interference causing devices like ovens, Bluetooth speakers, mirrors, large water bodies, metal objects etc.
- Reboot the Deco and the internet modem.
- Ensure stable internet and adequate power supply.
- Use the updated Deco app.
- Verify the Ethernet connection between Deco and modem.
- Reset Deco and retry the TP Link Deco setup process.
There’s no specific distance. It usually depends on the environmental conditions such as interference, and obstructions where the devices are placed. It is suggested to use any WiFi tool to measure SNR (Signal to Noise Ratio) and decide the ideal location or Decos.
If the default IP does not work, log in to the Deco app and select More > Advanced > LAN IP. Use this IP to log in.
Yes you can use the TP-Link deco units with different routers by setting up the deco units in Access Point Mode. It repeats the signals of your existing router and create mesh network. Just use the Ethernet cable to connect deco units with existing router.
If you are forget your TP-Link deco login password, and then you need to reset deco password using the deco app.
- Open the app, and tap on Forget Password.
- Then type the email address which enters at the time of register.
- Tap on the option named Receive a Reset Link in Email
- Then go to the email and click on the Reset Password.
- Insert new password and confirm it.
- Then Click on save button, and use new password to login.
It is totally depend on size of your house. For best performance use minimum three units and recommends no more than six units in one mesh network.
Yes, you can manage the TP-Link deco mesh network remotely by using the Deco app.
The Deco X50- POE and Deco X50 Outdoor both support mounting only.
You can add multi Deco units or Deco network only in one Deco App.