Deco X1500

Superior Mesh Wi-Fi, Everywhere

User Guide
AX1500 Whole Home Mesh
Wi-Fi 6 System

1910013458 REV1.0.0 © 2023 TP-Link

Contents

About This Guide····················································· 1

Appearance································································ 2

Set Up Your Deco···················································· 3

Troubleshooting······················································· 7

Authentication··························································· 8
About This Guide
This guide provides a brief introduction to AX1500 Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi 6 System and regulatory information.
Features available in Deco may vary by model and software version. Deco availability may also vary by region or ISP. All images, steps, and descriptions
in this guide are only examples and may not reflect your actual Deco experience.

Conventions Speed/Coverage/Device Quantity Disclaimer

In this guide, the following conventions are used: Maximum wireless signal rates are the physical rates derived from IEEE
Standard 802.11 specifications. Actual wireless data throughput and
Convention Description wireless coverage, and quantity of connected devices are not guaranteed
and will vary as a result of network conditions, client limitations, and
Stands for Deco Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi System/ environmental factors, including building materials, obstacles, volume and
Deco
Unit. density of traffic, and client location.
Hyperlinks are in teal and underlined. You can click to
Underline MU-MIMO Disclaimer
redirect to a website or a specific section.
Use of MU-MIMO requires clients to also support MU-MIMO.
Key information appears in teal, including
Teal management page text such as menus, items, IoT Compatibility Disclaimer
buttons and so on. IoT compatibility refers only to smart devices that can be controlled via the
Ignoring this type of note might result in a malfunction Deco app. Other wireless devices can still connect to Deco for normal Wi-Fi
Note: use.
or damage to the device.

Indicates important information that helps you make Seamless Roaming Disclaimer
Tips:
better use of your device. Clients need to support 802.11k/v/r and may require additional set up.
Performance may vary depending on the client device.
More Info
• Specific product information can be found on the product page at
https://www.tp-link.com.
• A Technical Community is provided for you to discuss our products
at https://community.tp-link.com.
• Our Technical Support contact information can be found at the
Help center of the Deco app and the Contact Technical Support
page at https://www.tp-link.com/support.
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Appearance
Each Deco has an LED that changes color according to its status, two RJ-45 Ethernet ports, a power slot, and a Reset button.
See the explanation below:
Tip: The product label can be found at the bottom of the product.

Pulse Yellow:
Deco is resetting.
Solid Yellow:
Deco is starting up.

Pulse Blue:
Deco is ready for setup.
Solid Blue:
Deco is setting up.

Pulse Green:
Deco is upgrading firmware.
Solid Green: Ethernet Ports:
Deco is all set up and connected. For connecting Deco to your modem, the Ethernet outlet,
or for other internet services in Wireless Router mode.
Pulse Red: Power Slot:
The satellite Deco is disconnected For connecting Deco to the power socket via the provided
from the main Deco. power adapter.
Solid Red:
Deco has an issue. Reset Button:
Press for 1 second and release to reset Deco to factory
default settings. The light changing from pulsing yellow to
solid yellow indicates a successful reset.

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Set Up Your Deco
First let's start by setting up the Deco network. Get the TP-Link Deco app for iOS or Android, then follow the app to walk through the setup.

1. Get the Deco app 2. Log in or sign up with TP-Link ID 3. Select your Deco model
Scan the QR code below or go to Google Open the app and log in with your TP-Link ID. If Search for and select your Deco model. If
Play or the App Store to download the Deco you don’t have a TP-Link ID, create one first. you have more than one Deco model, tap the
app. Install the app on your Android or iOS Note: If you forgot your login password, tap Forgot Password?. question below the search box to check how
smartphone or tablet. The app will help you reset your password. to maximize the overall network.

or

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4. Scan your Deco's product label 5. Plug in your Deco 6. Wait until Deco's LED pulses blue
Scan the QR code on the product label at the Power off your modem. Connect your Deco to Wait until your Deco's LED pulses blue, then
bottom of your Deco for a quicker setup. You the modem and power them both on. your phone/tablet will connect to the Deco's
can also set it up manually. default Wi-Fi automatically.
If you don't have a modem, connect your
Deco directly to the Ethernet outlet.

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7. Specify your Deco's location 8. Connect your Deco to the internet 9. Create your Wi-Fi network
Select or custom a location for your Deco. Select the internet connection type and enter Set a network name and a password. These will
The location will be used as the name of your the information. If you are not sure, contact be the name and password you use to connect
Deco. your internet service provider. your devices to Wi-Fi.

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10. Connect to your Wi-Fi network 11. Setup complete
Connect your phone/tablet to the Deco's Your Deco network is now up. You can connect
Wi-Fi. your devices to the Deco network. You can
also plug in the other included Decos, and
they will automatically join the network within 2
minutes.

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Troubleshooting
Solutions to common problems during setup or use are provided here for reference. Follow the steps and the provided link below to diagnose and solve
problems you might experience with your Deco.
If problems still exist, contact us: https://www.tp-link.com/support

Q1. What should I do if I fail to configure the main Deco and get stuck on “We couldn't find Deco”?
Refer to the guide https://www.tp-link.com/support/faq/2239/ or follow the video https://youtu.be/2HYuEYS9XJM

Q2. What should I do if I fail to configure the satellite Deco and get stuck on “We couldn't find another Deco”?
Refer to the guide https://www.tp-link.com/support/faq/1447/ or follow the video https://youtu.be/iVgDzoo16T4

Q3. What should I do if I fail to configure the main Deco and get stuck on “Testing Internet Connection”?
Refer to the guide https://www.tp-link.com/support/faq/2239/
Refer to the video https://youtu.be/OSUrGdWH-i0

Q4. What should I do if my wireless devices cannot connect to Deco?

Refer to the guide https://www.tp-link.com/support/faq/2718/

Q5. What should I do if Deco suddenly lost internet access?

Refer to the guide https://www.tp-link.com/support/faq/2428/

Q6. How can I find a suitable spot for my Deco?

Refer to the guide https://www.tp-link.com//support/faq/1446/

Q7. What can I do if the Deco app isn't working properly?

Refer to the guide https://www.tp-link.com/support/faq/1456/
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Authentication
CE Mark Warning

This is a class B product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference, in which case the user may be required to take
adequate measures.

OPERATING FREQUENCY(the maximum transmitted power)

2412MHz—2472MHz (20dBm)
5150MHz—5250MHz (23dBm)
Frequency band 5150 - 5250 MHz:
Indoor use: Inside buildings only. Installations and use inside road vehicles and train carriages are not permitted. Limited outdoor use: If used outdoors,
equipment shall not be attached to a fixed installation or to the external body of road vehicles, a fixed infrastructure or a fixed outdoor antenna. Use
by unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) is limited to within the 5170 - 5250 MHz band.

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,
2009/125/EC, 2011 /65/EU and (EU) 2015/863.
The original EU Declaration of Conformity may be found at https://www.tp-link.com/en/support/ce/

RF Exposure Information
This device meets the EU requirements (2014/53/EU Article 3.1a) on the limitation of exposure of the general public to electromagnetic fields by way
of health protection.
The device complies with RF specifications when the device used at 20 cm from your body.

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National restrictions
Attention: This device may only be used indoors 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 Conformity may be found at https://www.tp-link.com/support/ukca/

National restrictions
Attention: This device may only be used indoors in Great Britain.

UK

Korea Warning Statements:

당해 무선설비는 운용중 전파혼신 가능성이 있음.
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NCC Notice & BSMI Notice:
注意！
取得審驗證明之低功率射頻器材，非經核准，公司、商號或使用者均不得擅自變更頻率、加大功率或變更原設計之特性及功能。
低功率射頻器材之使用不得影響飛航安全及干擾合法通信；經發現有干擾現象時，應立即停用，並改善至無干擾時方得繼續使用。
前述合法通信，指依電信管理法規定作業之無線電通信。
低功率射頻器材須忍受合法通信或工業、科學及醫療用電波輻射性電機設備之干擾。
應避免影響附近雷達系統之操作。

安全諮詢及注意事項
• 請使用原裝電源供應器或只能按照本產品注明的電源類型使用本產品。
• 清潔本產品之前請先切斷電源。請勿使用液體、噴霧清潔劑或濕布進行清潔。
• 注意防潮，請勿將水或其他液體潑灑到本產品上。
• 插槽與開口供通風使用，以確保本產品的操作可靠並防止過熱，請勿堵塞或覆蓋開口。
• 請勿將本產品置放於靠近熱源的地方。除非有正常的通風，否則不可放在密閉位置中。
• 不要私自拆開機殼或自行維修，如產品有故障請與原廠或代理商聯繫。
限用物質含有情況標示聲明書
設備名稱： 型號（型式）：
Equipment name: Type designation (Type)
AX1500 Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi 6 System Deco X1500

限用物質及其化學符號
Restricted substances and its chemical symbols
單元 鉛 汞 鎘 六價鉻 多溴聯苯 多溴二苯醚
Unit Lead Mercury Cadmium Hexavalent Polybrominated Polybrominated
(Pb) (Hg) (Cd) chromium biphenyls diphenyl ethers
(Cr+6) (PBB) (PBDE)
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 PCB ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
外殼 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
電源供應器 − ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
其他及其配件 − ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
備考1. 超出0.1 wt %” 及 “超出0.01 wt %” 系指限用物質之百分比含量超出百分比含量基準值。
Note 1：“Exceeding 0.1 wt %” and “exceeding 0.01 wt %” indicate that the percentage content of the restricted substance exceeds the
reference percentage value of presence condition.
備考2.“○”系指該項限用物質之百分比含量未超出百分比含量基準值。
Note 2：“○” indicates that the percentage content of the restricted substance does not exceed the percentage of reference value of presence.
備考3.“ − ”系指該項限用物質為排除項目。
Note 3：The “ − ” indicates that the restricted substance corresponds to the exemption.

Продукт сертифіковано згідно с правилами системи УкрСЕПРО на відповідність вимогам нормативних документів та вимогам,
що передбачені чинними законодавчими актами України.

Safety Information
• Keep the device away from water, fire, humidity or hot environments.
• Do not attempt to disassemble, repair, or modify the device. If you need service, please contact us.
• Do not use damaged charger or USB cable to charge the device.
• Do not use any other chargers than those recommended.
• Do not use the device where wireless devices are not allowed.
• Adapter shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.
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• Use only power supplies which are provided by manufacturer and in the original packing of this product. If you have any questions, please don’t
hesitate to contact us.
• Operating Temperature: 0°C~40°C (32°F~104°F)
• This product uses radios and other components that emit electromagnetic fields. Electromagnetic 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 your medical device.
Please read and follow the above safety information when operating the device. We cannot guarantee that no accidents or damage will occur due to
improper use of the device. Please use this product with care and operate at your own risk.

Explanation of the symbols on the product label

Symbols may vary from products.
Note: The product label can be found at the bottom of the product and its I.T.E. power supply.
Symbol Explanation

Class II equipment

Class II equipment with functional earthing

Alternating current

DC voltage

Polarity of output terminals

Indoor use only

Dangerous voltage

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Symbol Explanation

Caution, risk of electric shock

Energy efficiency Marking

Protective earth

Earth

Frame or chassis

Functional earthing

Caution, hot surface

Caution

Operator’s manual

Stand-by

“ON”/”OFF” (push-push)

Fuse

Fuse is used in neutral N

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Symbol Explanation
RECYCLING
This product bears the selective sorting symbol for Waste electrical and electronic equipment (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.

Caution, avoid listening at high volume levels for long periods

Disconnection, all power plugs

m Switch of mini-gap construction

Switch of micro-gap construction (for US version)

µ
Switch of micro-gap / micro-disconnection construction (for other versions except US)

ε Switch without contact gap (Semiconductor switching device)

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