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Setup Video

  • 【Deco】How to set up a Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi 5 System (Take Deco M4 as Example)

    This video guides you step by step to set up a Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi 5 System using Deco M4 as an example. The images may differ from actual products.

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  • How to Configure a Deco System with Starlink

  • How to Resolve Double NAT using Starlink

  • What to do if I fail to configure the main Deco and get stuck on “We couldn't find Deco”?

    This video provides you with solutions when you fail to configure the main Deco and get stuck on the step ” We couldn’t find Deco”.

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  • What to do if I fail to configure the satellite Deco and get stuck on “We couldn't find another Deco”?

    This video provides you with solutions when you fail to configure the slave Deco and get stuck on the step ” We couldn't find another Deco”.

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  • What to do if I fail to configure the main Deco and get stuck on “Testing Internet Connection”?

    This video provides you with solutions when you fail to configure the main Deco and get stuck on the step ” Testing Internet Connection”.

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FAQs

  • How to set up QoS on the TP-Link Deco 02-26-2026 446269 views
  • How to connect computers/phones to a wireless network 02-26-2026 580517 views
  • Introduction to UPnP feature on TP-Link Router and Deco 02-24-2026 94318 views
  • What should I do if I don’t receive the verification email for TP-Link ID registration or password reset? 02-05-2026 579440 views
  • Why do I need to give Local Network permission to TP-Link apps in iOS devices? 02-05-2026 132754 views
  • What if I forget the password of my TP-Link ID or the account is locked?(Deco) 01-13-2026 1278587 views
  • How to collect system log of Deco app 01-08-2026 116046 views
  • Troubleshooting Guide of DDNS function on TP-Link Wi-Fi Router, LTE Gateway Router or Deco Router 12-25-2025 222435 views
  • Why do I receive a "We Noticed a New Login" email? 12-24-2025 75906 views
  • How to change Time settings on TP-Link Deco 12-09-2025 162060 views
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  • Why port forwarding feature is not working on my Wi-Fi router or Deco? 11-13-2025 975402 views
  • How to set up HomeShield Parental Controls feature on Deco/Router 11-06-2025 277969 views
  • Why did I receive an email titled "Potential Vulnerabilities Detected in Your Account"? 10-10-2025 126322 views
  • Can different Deco models work together? 09-28-2025 1699345 views
  • How many Deco units can I add to my Deco mesh network? 09-26-2025 746014 views
  • How to log in to web management page of TP-Link Deco Mesh Wi-Fi 09-17-2025 2165274 views
  • How can I reset or reboot my Deco Whole-Home Wi-Fi System? 07-24-2025 1374985 views
  • What is Alexa Integration? 07-18-2025 246865 views
  • Getting to know your Deco app 07-16-2025 632708 views
  • What is TP-Link ID and how to create a TP-Link ID? 07-09-2025 6604235 views
  • How to create a new network in the Deco app 06-25-2025 356329 views
  • How to find your TP-Link Router’s IP address 06-25-2025 9974708 views
  • How to replace the main Deco with another Deco 06-25-2025 686428 views
  • How to configure IPTV function on Deco 06-25-2025 512556 views
  • How to configure MAC Clone on Deco if Deco fails to connect to the internet 06-20-2025 236134 views
  • How to select a preferred signal source on the Deco App 06-16-2025 242165 views
  • How do I block or manage APP traffic with HomeShield Advanced Parental Control on a TP-Link Router/Deco? 05-21-2025 114890 views
  • How to delete a network on the Deco app 05-21-2025 338638 views
  • How to set up an IoT network on TP-Link Deco 04-27-2025 95170 views
  • What if I fail to sign up or activate the TP-Link ID? 04-15-2025 214779 views
  • Why does TP-Link require my email address? 04-15-2025 244431 views
  • How to change the owner account on Deco APP 03-18-2025 395307 views
  • How to configure your TP-Link Deco with CenturyLink’s fiber service 03-14-2025 152484 views
  • How to share network on the Deco App 11-27-2024 63593 views
  • What can I do if the Deco app displays "We could not find Deco"? 10-25-2024 306706 views
  • What can I do if the Deco app isn't working properly 09-19-2024 291494 views
  • The internet connection is unstable or suddenly stops working when connected to the Deco network? 09-02-2024 1541277 views
  • How to turn on Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) in Deco app 07-23-2024 86948 views
  • How to set up Deco to work in Access Point mode 07-01-2024 2568368 views
  • How to enable the TP-Link Router Skill in the Alexa app 06-19-2024 593117 views
  • What’s the ECO mode and how do you configure it on Deco? 04-29-2024 134645 views
  • How to use firmware recovery if the Deco become brick 04-16-2024 378362 views
  • Can Deco Mesh, OneMesh, EasyMesh and Omada Mesh products work together? 04-08-2024 313400 views
  • General questions about the Smart Home feature in the Deco app 03-11-2024 127984 views
  • What is the TP-Link Router Alexa Skill and how do I use it? 03-05-2024 572027 views
  • Deco Setup Walkthrough(For Deco M5/M9/P7/M1300 etc) 12-18-2023 2095999 views
  • General questions about Ethernet Backhaul feature on your Deco 11-28-2023 3161522 views
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  • Why are my Deco units/clients showing offline on Deco App? 10-25-2023 1293733 views
  • What’s the difference between Access Point mode and Router mode on the Deco? 09-18-2023 1173358 views
  • Announcement: IFTTT Services Ending on July 31, 2020 09-06-2023 161906 views
  • How to choose the right Deco 09-05-2023 257181 views
  • How to configure Address Reservation on a Deco 07-12-2023 477643 views
  • Troubleshooting Slow Internet Speed with Deco Devices 07-12-2023 1289760 views
  • Encountering an Error When Adding a Deco 07-12-2023 551039 views
  • Main Deco Failed to Complete Setup 07-12-2023 888397 views
  • What should I do if I failed to update my Deco? 06-27-2023 205596 views
  • How to Configure PPTP/L2TP VPN Connection on the Deco 06-27-2023 413724 views
  • How to set up Port Forwarding feature on the Deco 06-26-2023 877324 views
  • How to remove a Parental Control profile on the Deco 06-26-2023 99512 views
  • How to extend guest network when there is a switch between Decos 06-26-2023 355330 views
  • How to set up a Guest Network for Deco 06-26-2023 495269 views
  • How many Deco units do I need? Are they all the same? 06-26-2023 333636 views
  • What should I do if I failed to login Deco App? 06-26-2023 117159 views
  • What can I do if the Deco app shows “Let's Begin” while Deco is working well? 06-26-2023 108998 views
  • How to change the Wireless Settings on your Deco app 06-26-2023 1075824 views
  • Troubleshooting for Deco upgrade Utility 06-25-2023 108915 views
  • The Weak Security and Privacy Warning on the iOS14 or iOS15 06-25-2023 559623 views
  • Why did I receive a new device connection alert when a known device joined the network? 06-25-2023 158616 views
  • How do I know which Deco my client is connected to? 06-25-2023 177204 views
  • How to delete an offline device on the Deco app 06-25-2023 135156 views
  • How to use DDNS features on a Deco router 06-25-2023 200436 views
  • How to enable the Access Control Skill in your Alexa App 06-20-2023 97705 views
  • How to connect Deco with Starlink 05-24-2023 317082 views
  • How can I find a suitable spot for my Deco? 03-31-2023 588439 views
  • Abnormal LED lights and bad ports on the TP-Link Deco 02-27-2023 194520 views
  • Cannot connect to Deco Wi-Fi 02-23-2023 668869 views
  • How does QoS influence the real-time data flow of the Deco? 12-19-2022 147666 views
  • How to add an additional unit to your Deco network 10-31-2022 1574894 views
  • How to configure the TP-Link Smart Bulbs/Plugs/Switches on the Deco App 10-26-2022 68326 views
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  • How to configure the Connection Alerts feature on the Deco app 10-26-2022 143586 views
  • How to find the firmware version of Deco 10-26-2022 201790 views
  • How to change the name of the client on the Deco app 10-26-2022 149242 views
  • How to change the device name of Deco 10-26-2022 254233 views
  • How to set up an IPv6 internet connection on my Deco 10-26-2022 309376 views
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  • LED feature of Deco 10-26-2022 316192 views
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  • How to use the Shortcut function in the Deco app 10-20-2022 40471 views
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  • What’s the difference between an owner account and a manager account? 10-20-2022 177188 views
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  • General questions about the AI-Driven Mesh feature 10-17-2022 91023 views
  • How do I set up my Deco? 09-07-2022 1152032 views
  • Why the actual wireless speed on my wireless device is lower than the speed result on the Deco APP? 08-02-2022 285778 views
  • Why is my satellite Deco unit not getting the same speed as the main Deco? 08-01-2022 185180 views
  • Why my clients don't roam/connect to the nearest Deco node? 07-22-2022 172785 views
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  • Why my clients fail to connect to the Deco Wi-Fi when Fast Roaming is enabled? 04-12-2021 169358 views
  • What do the different LED colors meaning of Deco? 06-14-2019 2139041 views
  • How do I get pass the step of connecting to the internet during Deco setup? 11-02-2017 151098 views
  • Why Deco's WiFi is showing Internet May Not Be Available on my mobile device when standing next to the Deco unit? 08-22-2017 207100 views
  • What to do if you cannot connect to your Deco M5 remotely 06-02-2017 22198 views

Firmware

A firmware update can resolve issues that the previous firmware version may have and improve its current performance.

To Upgrade

IMPORTANT: To prevent upgrade failures, please read the following before proceeding with the upgrade process

  • Please upgrade firmware from the local TP-Link official website of the purchase location for your TP-Link device, otherwise it will be against the warranty. Please click here to change site if necessary.
  • Please verify the hardware version of your device for the firmware version. Wrong firmware upgrade may damage your device and void the warranty. How to find the hardware version on a TP-Link device
  • Do NOT turn off the power during the upgrade process, as it may cause permanent damage to the product.
  • To avoid wireless disconnect issue during firmware upgrade process, it's recommended to upload firmware with wired connection unless there is no LAN/Ethernet port on your TP-Link device.
  • It's recommended that users stop all Internet applications on the computer, or simply disconnect Internet line from the device before the upgrade.
  • Use decompression software such as WinZIP or WinRAR to extract the file you download before the upgrade.
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Deco M5(US)_V3.8_1.9.1 Build 20250909

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Important Notice

Please upgrade firmware/software from the local TP-Link official website of the purchase location for your TP-Link device, otherwise it may cause upgrade failure or mistakes and be against the warranty.

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Published Date: 2025-09-28 Language: Multi-language File Size: 16.49 MB

New Features/Enhancements: 1. Improved system stability and security.

Bug Fixes: 1. Fixed a bug where guest network clients on wired satellite Deco's networks failed to obtain IP addresses. 2. Fixed a bug causing security protection to generate false positives.

Deco M5(US)_V3.80_1.9.0 Build 20250722

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Important Notice

Please upgrade firmware/software from the local TP-Link official website of the purchase location for your TP-Link device, otherwise it may cause upgrade failure or mistakes and be against the warranty.

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Published Date: 2025-09-11 Language: Multi-language File Size: 16.20 MB

New Features/Enhancement: 1. Supported more parental control functions, including SafeSearch, YouTube Restricted, APP Time Limits, Always Allowed APPs, Offtime, etc. 2. Enhanced Web Filter, enriched visited/block history and optimized Blocked APPs for parental control. 3. Enhanced security functions of device. 4. Optimized QoS.

Bug Fixes: 1.Fixed the bug that Tapo devices didn't work properly in some scenarios. 2.Fixed the bug that Apple Hub didn't work properly in some scenarios.

Note: 1. This update retains all the legacy parental control features previously offered for free, while also introducing new capabilities which can be unlocked by Advanced Parental Control subscription. 2. This firmware release cannot be downgraded to the previous version.

Deco M5(US)_V3.8_1.7.8 Build 20240719

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Important Notice

Please upgrade firmware/software from the local TP-Link official website of the purchase location for your TP-Link device, otherwise it may cause upgrade failure or mistakes and be against the warranty.

Still Download Go to Local Website
Published Date: 2024-08-15 Language: Multi-language File Size: 15.51 MB

New Features/Enhancements: 1. Improve the device stability; 2. Enhance the system security.

Bug Fixes: Fixed the bug of Deco network disconnection after adding satellite deco.

Note: We recommend all users upgrade to this firmware version for important security updates.

To Use Third Party Firmware In TP-Link Products

Some official firmware of TP-Link products can be replaced by the third party firmware such as DD-WRT. TP-Link is not obligated to provide any maintenance or support for it, and does not guarantee the performance and stability of third party firmware. Damage to the product as a result of using third party firmware will void the product's warranty.

Open Source Code For Programmers (GPL)

Please note: The products of TP-Link partly contain software code developed by third parties, including software code subject to the GNU General Public Licence (“GPL“), Version 1/Version 2/Version 3 or GNU Lesser General Public License ("LGPL"). You may use the respective software condition to following the GPL licence terms.

You can review, print and download the respective GPL licence terms here. You receive the GPL source codes of the respective software used in TP-Link products for direct download and further information, including a list of TP-Link software that contain GPL software code under GPL Code Center.

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Apps

TP-Link Deco

The Deco app allows you to quickly and easily install and manage your Deco Whole-Home Wi-Fi System.

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