Deco X80-5G, User Manual

Page 1: ...Deco X80 5G Superior Mesh Wi Fi Everywhere User Guide 5G Whole Home Mesh Wi Fi 6 Router 1910013177 REV1 0 0 2022 TP Link ...

Page 2: ...te a New Network 21 Change Network Owner 23 Delete a Network 24 Data Settings for 4G 5G Router Mode 25 Manage Connected Devices 27 HomeShield 30 Wi Fi Settings 31 Guest Network 32 SMS Service for 4G 5G Router Mode 33 Test Internet Speed 34 Blacklist 35 Upgrade Your Deco 36 Internet Settings for 4G 5G Router Mode 37 PIN Management for 4G 5G Router Mode 40 Advanced Features 42 4G 5G Backup for Wirel...

Page 3: ...pend on external factors such as the local 5G network coverage data plan real time network capacity client limitations and environmental factors 5G Band Disclaimer Supported 5G frequency bands n1 n3 n5 n7 n8 n20 n28 n38 n40 n41 n77 n78 n79 Actual supported frequency bands may vary slightly in different regions due to certifications VoLTE Telephony Disclaimer VoLTE telephony is only enabled for cer...

Page 4: ...rt For connecting to your modem the Ethernet outlet or for other internet services Note All WAN LAN ports will operate as either WAN or LAN ports Only one port can serve as a WAN port at a time Power Slot For connecting Deco to the power socket via the provided power adapter Note VoLTE is only enabled for certain carriers It also requires to have VoLTE services enabled on the service plan for your...

Page 5: ...IM card inserted Follow Set Up Your Deco for 4G 5G Router Mode to set up your Deco Wireless Router Mode When working in Wireless Router mode Deco connects to the internet via an Ethernet cable If you already have a modem or your internet comes via an Ethernet cable from the wall you can set the Deco as a regular wireless router to share the internet Follow Set Up Your Deco for Wireless Router Mode...

Page 6: ... set up your Deco for 4G 5G Router mode 1 Download and install the Deco app Scan the QR code below or go to Google Play or the App Store to download the Deco app Install the app on your Android or iOS smartphone or tablet or 2 Log in with TP Link ID Open the app Use your TP Link ID to log in If you don t have a TP Link ID sign up first Note If you forgot your login password tap Forgot Password The...

Page 7: ...ert the SIM card and power on Deco Push the SIM card into the slot at the bottom of Deco Then Power on the Deco 6 Position your Deco Place your Deco in an open area near a window and power outlet Look for a location where it can receive a strong 5G signal ...

Page 8: ...ng Custom This will be the name of your Deco 9 Set up your SIM card Confirm or customize the SIM card information If you are not sure contact your ISP 7 Connect to the Deco s Wi Fi Power on Deco and wait until the LED pulses blue then connect to the Deco s Wi Fi using the default SSID printed on the product label ...

Page 9: ...i Fi 12 Setup complete Your Deco network is now up Connect all devices to the network You can also Add More Decos to expand the Wi Fi coverage 10 Create your Wi Fi network Set a network name and a password These will be the name and password you use to connect your devices to Wi Fi ...

Page 10: ...each unit up and all your devices connected and online Follow the steps below to set up your Deco for Wireless Router mode 1 Download and install the Deco app Scan the QR code below or go to Google Play or the App Store to download the Deco app Install the app on your Android or iOS smartphone or tablet or 2 Log in with TP Link ID Open the app Use your TP Link ID to log in If you don t have a TP L...

Page 11: ... modem Connect your Deco to the modem and power them both on If you don t have a modem connect the Ethernet outlet directly to your Deco 6 Connect to the Deco s Wi Fi Wait until the Wi Fi Signal LED pulses blue then connect to the Deco s Wi Fi using the default SSID printed on the product label ...

Page 12: ...devices to Wi Fi 8 Set up internet connection Select the internet connection type and enter the information If you are not sure contact your internet service provider 7 Select a location Select a location for the Deco If its location is not listed you can create a new one by choosing Custom This will be the name of your Deco ...

Page 13: ... complete Your Deco network is now up Connect all devices to the Deco network You can also Add More Decos to expand the Wi Fi coverage 10 Connect to your Wi Fi network Connect your phone tablet to the Deco s Wi Fi ...

Page 14: ...Deco app and go to Advanced Operation Mode to switch the mode Note If your Deco is working in Wireless Router mode make sure the 4G 5G Backup is enabled Refer to 4G 5G Backup for Wireless Router Mode for more details Install 5G External Antennas When working in 4G 5G Router mode or in Wireless Router mode when 4G 5G Backup is enabled you can install 5G external antennas not included in the product...

Page 15: ...s ready 2 Remove the cover on the back of your Deco X80 5G and connect your 5G external antennas to the antennas ports Note The image of antennas is for reference only and may differ from actual products We cannot guarantee the performance while using any third party 5G external antennas ...

Page 16: ...he Deco app go to Advanced External Antennas and enable External Antennas When enabled the external antennas will replace part of the internal antennas Note The external antennas only supports 5G n41 n77 n78 bands ...

Page 17: ...d manage them easily on your Deco app 1 In Overview tap The app screen depicted is for 4G 5G Router mode only and may differ when Deco works in different modes 3 After the setup you can find the added Deco units by tapping in Overview 2 Select the Deco model you want to add and follow app instructions to complete the setup ...

Page 18: ...e when Deco works in 4G 5G Router mode customize your home network with enhanced security using a kit of features built to TP Link HomeShield and set up various advanced features Tap to get an overview of the network status Tap to enter the HomeShield page for enhanced security Tap for more features The app screen depicted is for 4G 5G Router mode only and may differ when Deco works in different m...

Page 19: ...ed Deco s IP address MAC address connected clients of each Deco unit change the Deco s location name and more Tap to check all Decos status The app screen depicted is for 4G 5G Router mode only and may differ when Deco works in different modes Tap a Deco unit to check more details Check download upload speed of the Deco ...

Page 20: ... the clients connected to the Deco Enable the Mesh feature then the client can seamlessly switch to the Deco that provides the fastest speed as you move around Change or customize the location name of the Deco ...

Page 21: ...o the internet You need to connect the new main Deco to the modem or Ethernet outlet for internet connection For DSL Deco connect it to the phone jack or DSL splitter For 4G 5G Deco insert a nano SIM card to it 1 In Overview tap The app screen depicted is for 4G 5G Router mode only and may differ when Deco works in different modes 3 Choose a satellite Deco and follow app instructions to complete t...

Page 22: ... up your Deco again You can also press the Reset button on the Deco for 1 second to quickly reset your Deco to factory default settings 1 In Overview tap The app screen depicted is for 4G 5G Router mode only and may differ when Deco works in different modes 3 Tap to remove or reboot the Deco Note If the LED light of Deco does not turn pulsing blue after tapping Remove press the Reset button on the...

Page 23: ...You can also help family or friends manage their networks with your Deco app Two methods are provided as below to create a new network Method 1 Create a new network from the Overview page Tap Create New Network Then follow app instructions to complete the setup The app screen depicted is for 4G 5G Router mode only and may differ when Deco works in different modes ...

Page 24: ...network from the Menu page 1 Tap to open the menu The app screen depicted is for 4G 5G Router mode only and may differ when Deco works in different modes 2 Tap CREATE NEW NETWORK 3 Follow app instructions to complete the setup ...

Page 25: ...wner Then you will not be able to manage this network with your account anymore The new owner needs to follow steps in an email sent from TP Link to log in and manage the network Note Changing the network owner will delete the network from the current owner and this owner will no longer be able to manage this network The app screen depicted is for 4G 5G Router mode only and may differ when Deco wo...

Page 26: ...if you don t need it anymore Deleting a Deco network will reset all Decos in this network to factory default settings 1 In Overview tap The app screen depicted is for 4G 5G Router mode only and may differ when Deco works in different modes 2 Tap Delete ...

Page 27: ...the network from Deco app When Deco works in Wireless Router mode you need to go to MORE Advanced Operation Mode 4G 5G Backup and enable 4G 5G Backup to configure the data settings 1 In Overview tap the Network card to enter the Data Settings page Tip You can also go to MORE Advanced Data Settings to enter the Data Settings page The app screen depicted is for 4G 5G Router mode only and may differ ...

Page 28: ...overuse 5 Enter the allowed amount of total monthly data When data usage exceeds the allowed level the Deco will disconnect from the internet 6 Choose a notification method if you want to receive a warning when data usage reaches the allowed level 7 Choose a data percentage to prevent data overuse ...

Page 29: ...sh Technology and high priority and setting a profile to manage its online activities and more Tap a connected device to check the details e g real time upload and download speeds device name profile etc The app screen depicted is for 4G 5G Router mode only and may differ when Deco works in different modes Change the device name as needed ...

Page 30: ...ion of this device during the time such as a family member s laptop for one hour during a video call Tap to manage the device settings including changing the device name type viewing device detailed information IP address MAC address connected network linked Deco etc and more ...

Page 31: ...t speed as you move around Tap Belongs to to add a unique profile for the device and manage its online activities For example when and for how long this device can access the internet block inappropriate content and pause the internet if necessary For more information about the feature refer to HomeShield ...

Page 32: ...e to HomeShield Pro Check more details about the Basic and Pro features here Scan Examine your network regularly to identify the potential risks thus improving your network performance and security Real Time Protection Real Time Protection is for Pro users only There are three ways to ensure your home network and your IoT devices remain safe 1 block malicious websites protect your home network and...

Page 33: ...hare the network easily with family and friends Manage main network eg change your main network s Wi Fi name and password hide the network from Wi Fi list etc Tap Wi Fi The app screen depicted is for 4G 5G Router mode only and may differ when Deco works in different modes Share your network with others ...

Page 34: ...rantee the security and privacy of your main network Tap Wi Fi and enable Guest Network The app screen depicted is for 4G 5G Router mode only and may differ when Deco works in different modes Set a Wi Fi name and password for the guest network Share your guest network with others ...

Page 35: ...the Deco app Note When Deco works in Wireless Router mode you need to go to MORE Advanced Operation Mode 4G 5G Backup and enable 4G 5G Backup to use SMS Service View inbox and outbox messages Create new messages Reply messages Tap SMS The app screen depicted is for 4G 5G Router mode only and may differ when Deco works in different modes ...

Page 36: ...speed which main Deco gets from the modem not the speed on the client connected to the Deco The test speed will vary as a result of network conditions the speed test tool and environmental factors Tap Test Internet Speed The app screen depicted is for 4G 5G Router mode only and may differ when Deco works in different modes Tap Test to start testing the internet speed If the test speed is slow you ...

Page 37: ...ing the safety of your personal information shared in the network Tap Blacklist The app screen depicted is for 4G 5G Router mode only and may differ when Deco works in different modes Tap in the top right corner and add clients or other devices to the blacklist Remove devices clients from blacklist ...

Page 38: ...r and stabler network performance Always update your Deco to the latest firmware version when prompted in the Deco app 1 Tap Update Deco The app screen depicted is for 4G 5G Router mode only and may differ when Deco works in different modes 2 Download and install the firmware if any and follow app instructions to update your Deco to the latest version ...

Page 39: ...to change the internet settings when remotely controlling the network from the Deco app When Deco works in Wireless Router mode you need to go to MORE Advanced Operation Mode 4G 5G Backup and enable 4G 5G Backup to configure the internet settings Tap Advanced Internet The app screen depicted is for 4G 5G Router mode only and may differ when Deco works in different modes Tap Mobile ISP to update yo...

Page 40: ...red 4G Only according to your needs Enable Mobile Data to ensure internet access Enable Data Roaming to ensure the internet access while you are outside the service area of your carrier Select preferred carrier network manually or automatically ...

Page 41: ...39 Check internet detailed information ...

Page 42: ... from the Deco app When Deco works in Wireless Router mode you need to go to MORE Advanced Operation Mode 4G 5G Backup and enable 4G 5G Backup to use PIN management feature 1 Tap Advanced PIN Management The app screen depicted is for 4G 5G Router mode only and may differ when Deco works in different modes 2 Enable PIN Code and set a PIN code for SIM card unlock Then the PIN code is required every ...

Page 43: ...ver you want to set a new PIN code You need to enter the current PIN before you set a new one 4 Enable Auto Unlock PIN then the PIN code will be validated automatically every time you reboot the router or reinsert the SIM card ...

Page 44: ...nd being remotely controlled from the Deco app IPv4 IPv6 VLAN IPTV 4G 5G Backup and Offline Detection are not available Tap Advanced The app screen depicted is for 4G 5G Router mode only and may differ when Deco works in different modes View IPv4 details or change the internet connection type Note This feature is available only when your Deco works in Wireless Router mode Enable IPv6 to set up an ...

Page 45: ... only when your Deco works in Access Point mode Enable IPTV VLAN mode to support IPTV services Note This feature is available only when your Deco works in Wireless Router mode Enable MAC Clone if Deco fails to connect to the internet Tip For more about MAC Clone refer to https www tp link com support faq 2925 Note This feature is available only when your Deco works in Wireless Router mode ...

Page 46: ...er the internet with safety Note This feature is not available only when your Deco works in Access Point mode Register a TP Link DDNS domain name to access your router and local servers using a domain name Note This feature is not available only when your Deco works in Access Point mode Enable SIP ALG to communicate with SIP Session Initiation Protocol servers via NAT Note This feature is not avai...

Page 47: ...le Beamforming to concentrate Wi Fi signal towards connected devices for stronger connections Toggle off LED to turn off the light on Deco Configure the Night Mode to turn off the LED light at bedtime only Enable UPNP to allow your local network to dynamically open ports for applications like gaming ...

Page 48: ...able to use external antennas instead of the internal ones Note This feature is available when Deco works in 4G 5G Router mode and when 4G 5G Backup is enabled in Wireless Router mode Make sure you have installed two external antennas to ensure that Deco s 5G network works properly Change the operation mode Tip You can enable 4G 5G Backup when you switch the network to Wireless Router mode Refer t...

Page 49: ...47 Set notifications to receive alerts in the notification bar ...

Page 50: ...etwork when your original network service fails Follow the steps below to enable 4G 5G Backup and configure the corresponding settings Note The 4G 5G Backup and Offline Detection can only be enabled from local management when Deco works in Wireless Router mode Tap Advanced Operation Mode 4G 5G Backup and enable 4G 5G Backup The app screen depicted is for 4G 5G Router mode only and may differ when ...

Page 51: ...ernet settings for your SIM card eg modify mobile ISP information and network mode turn on off mobile data and data roaming select frequency bands and preferred carrier network etc Configure data usage settings eg select data usage type adjust total monthly used data set the allowance for total monthly data usage set the usage alerts etc View send receive and reply messages via the SMS Service ...

Page 52: ...mbezzlement When enabled PIN code is required when you use the SIM card in any device Enable to use external antennas instead of the internal ones Note Make sure you have installed two external antennas to ensure that Deco s 5G network works properly ...

Page 53: ... network with a tap without entering any password 1 Tap WPS The app screen depicted is for 4G 5G Router mode only and may differ when Deco works in different modes 2 Tap the WPS icon in Deco app and then on your client 3 Your client has connected to the network successfully if shown as below ...

Page 54: ...their own TP Link ID Note Managers can not modify owner s account add other accounts or set manager privileges Tap Managers and follow app instructions to add other TP Link ID account as manager The app screen depicted is for 4G 5G Router mode only and may differ when Deco works in different modes ...

Page 55: ...53 Set privileges for managers Note Privileges may vary slightly depending on the model the current operation mode and software version you have Remove managers ...

Page 56: ...ced Data Settings to verify if the Total Monthly Used exceeds the Total Monthly Data Usage Limit If it does set Total Monthly Data Usage Limit to 0 zero or disable Total Monthly Data Usage Limit Launch the Deco app go to Advanced Internet to verify Mobile Data is enabled Confirm with your ISP if you are in a roaming service area If you are go to Advanced Internet in the Deco app to verify Data Roa...

Page 57: ...b browser and log in with your TP Link ID Tap Internet and check the Internet IP Address If the Interent IP address is not 0 0 0 0 try the following methods 1 Make sure that the SIM card is working stably when it s inserted in your phone at the same place or confirm with your ISP that the SIM is working properly 2 Launch the Deco app and go to Advanced DHCP Server change the Primary DNS to 8 8 8 8...

Page 58: ...t in 3 Launch the Deco app go to Advanced Internet Mobile ISP to create a new profile Contact your ISP for the necessary information Q6 How can I find a suitable spot for my Deco Refer to https www tp link com support faq 1446 Q7 What can I do if the Deco app isn t working properly Refer to https www tp link com support faq 1456 ...

Page 59: ...y 23dBm 5470 5725 MHz 30dBm WCDMA Band 1 3 8 Power Class 3 LTE Band 1 3 7 8 20 28 43 Power Class 3 LTE Band 38 40 42 Power Class 2 Power Class 3 5G N1 3 7 8 20 28 38 40 Power Class 3 5G N41 77 78 Power Class 2 Power Class 3 EU Declaration of Conformity TP Link hereby declares that the device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of directives 2014 53 EU 200...

Page 60: ...doors in all EU member states and EFTA countries and Northern Ireland AT BE BG CH CY CZ DE DK EE EL ES FI FR HR HU IE IS IT LI LT LU LV MT NL NO PL PT RO SE SI SK UK NI UKCA Mark UK Declaration of Conformity TP Link hereby declares that the device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the Radio Equipment Regulations 2017 The original UK Declaration of Co...

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Page 63: ...etic fields and magnets may interfere with pacemakers and other implanted medical devices Always keep the product and its power adapter more than 15 cm 6 inches away from any pacemakers or other implanted medical devices If you suspect your product is interfering with your pacemaker or any other implanted medical device turn off your product and consult your physician for information specific to y...

Page 64: ...nt WEEE This means that this product must be handled pursuant to European directive 2012 19 EU in order to be recycled or dismantled to minimize its impact on the environment User has the choice to give his product to a competent recycling organization or to the retailer when he buys a new electrical or electronic equipment ...