Deco X50-Outdoor User manual
Deco X50-Outdoor
Outdoor/Indoor Mesh Wi-Fi
User Guide
AX3000 Outdoor/Indoor
Mesh Wi-Fi 6 Unit
1910013300 REV1.0.0 © 2022 TP-Link
Pole Mount Tabletop
Wall Mount
Contents
About This Guide ···················································· 1
Appearance ······························································· 2
Determine the Power Option···························· 3
Set Up Your Deco Network································ 4
Waterproof Your Deco ········································· 7
Mount Your Deco···················································· 8
Troubleshooting ····················································10
Authentication························································11
1
About This Guide
This guide provides a brief introduction to Deco Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi 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 reect your actual Deco experience.
Conventions
In this guide, the following conventions are used:
Convention Description
Deco Stands for Deco Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi System/
Unit.
Underline Hyperlinks are in teal and underlined. You can click to
redirect to a website or a specic section.
Teal
Key information appears in teal, including
management page text such as menus, items,
buttons and so on.
Note: Ignoring this type of note might result in a malfunction
or damage to the device.
Tips: Indicates important information that helps you make
better use of your device.
More Info
• Specic 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.
Speed/Coverage/Device Quantity Disclaimer
Maximum wireless signal rates are the physical rates derived from IEEE
Standard 802.11 specications. Actual wireless data throughput and
wireless coverage, and quantity of connected devices are not guaranteed
and will vary as a result of network conditions, client limitations, and
environmental factors, including building materials, obstacles, volume and
density of trac, and client location.
MU-MIMO Disclaimer
Use of MU-MIMO requires clients to also support MU-MIMO.
IoT Compatibility Disclaimer
IoT compatibility refers only to smart devices that can be controlled via the
Deco app. Other wireless devices can still connect to Deco for normal Wi-Fi
use.
Seamless Roaming Disclaimer
Clients need to support 802.11k/v/r and may require additional set up.
Performance may vary depending on the client device.
HomeShield Disclaimer
HomeShield includes the Free Basic Plan. Fees apply for the Pro Plan. Visit
tp-link.com/homeshield for more information.
2
Appearance
Each Deco has an LED that changes color according to its status, a mounting tab, two gigabit ports, a power slot, and a Reset button.
See the explanation below:
Yellow pulse:
Deco is resetting.
Yellow solid:
Deco is starting up.
Blue pulse:
Deco is ready for setup
or WPS in progress.
Blue solid:
Deco is setting up.
Green pulse:
Deco is upgrading rmware.
Green solid:
Deco is registered and all is well.
Red pulse:
Deco is disconnected from main Deco.
Red solid:
Deco has an issue.
Wall/Pole Mounting Tab
For connecting Deco to a pole or wall with the
provided mounting kits.
Power Slot:
For powering up Deco via the provided power
cord.
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.
2× Gigabit Ports:
• As the PoE port: For powering Deco up via a PSE
device (such as a PoE switch).
• As the WAN/LAN port: For connecting Deco to
your modem, the Ethernet outlet or other
internet devices.
3
Determine the Power Option
Deco can be powered via a power cord or a PSE device (such as a PoE switch) which complies with Power Source Class 2 (PS2) or Limited Power
Source (LPS) and Electrical Energy Source Class 1(ES1) of IEC 62368-1.
Option2: Via Power Cord
Plug one end of the provided power cord into the power port of the
Deco and the other end to a standard electrical wall outlet. The product
can only be powered via the normal building installation wiring.
Power Cord
WARNING: Risk of Electric Shock.
For the US: Install the power cord plug only to indoor socket-outlets
or to a covered Class A GFCI receptacle that has an enclosure that is
weatherproof with the attachment plug cap inserted or removed.
For other regions: Install the power cord plug only to indoor socket-
outlets or to outdoor socket-outlets with an enclosure which can be
waterproof with the attachment plug cap inserted or removed.
Option1: Via PoE Switch (Compliant with 802.3at)
Connect an Ethernet cable from the PoE switch (compliant with 802.3at)
to the Deco’s Ethernet port. The power should not be less than 18 W.
PoE Switch (Compliant with 802.3at)
4
Set Up Your Deco Network
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
Download and install the Deco app from
Google Play or App Store, or by scanning the
QR code below.
2. Log in with TP-Link ID
Open the app and log in with your TP-Link ID. If
you don’t have a TP-Link ID, create one rst.
Tip: If you forgot your login password, tap Forgot Password.
The app will help you reset your password.
3. Select your Deco model
Search for and select your Deco model. If
you have more than one Deco model, tap the
question below the search box to check how
to maximize the overall network.
or
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4. Plug in your Deco
Power o your modem, connect your Deco to
the modem, then power them both on.
If you don't have a modem, connect your
Deco directly to the Ethernet outlet.
5. Specify your Deco's location
Select or custom a location for your Deco.
The location will be used as the name of your
Deco.
6. Connect your Deco to the internet
Select the internet connection type and enter
the information. If you are not sure, contact
your internet service provider.
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7. Create your Deco Wi-Fi
Create the network name and password for
your Deco and connect to it.
8. Setup complete
Your Deco network is now up. You can connect
your devices to the Deco network.
If you have more decos, tap Add another
Deco to add them to your network.
7
Waterproof Your Deco
The Deco can be used either indoors or outdoors.
Before mounting your Deco outdoors, waterproof it to ensure device safety and performance.
WARNING
• The waterproof cover must be secured before use!
• The product can only be installed by instructed person or skilled person!
• Keep the device away from re or hot environments. DO NOT immerse in water or any other liquid.
1.
Loosen the screws to detach the
waterproof cover of the Deco with
a Phillips screwdriver.
Note: The screws cannot be detached from
the waterproof cover.
2.
Connect the provided Ethernet
cable and/or power cord according
to your network needs. If you need
extra ones, 5 mm diameters cables
and cords are recommended to t
the slots of the waterproof rubber.
Note: The images use AC-powered wired
connection as an example.
3.
Open waterproof connector(s)
on the base cover to expose the
slot(s) aligning with your cable(s).
Keep the other connector(s)
properly closed for waterproong.
4.
Replace the waterproof cover,
leading the cable(s) through the
slot(s) of the waterproof rubber.
Re-secure the cover to your Deco
with the screws.
8
Mount Your Deco
Deco can be mounted to a pole or a wall. Choose the appropriate mounting methods.
Option 1: Pole Mounting
The Deco can be mounted to a pole with the strap in the package.
Pole Mounting Strap
1.
Lead the end of the pole mounting
strap through the back of the Deco.
2.
Position the Deco and wrap the
pole mounting strap around the
pole.
Feed the end through the screw-
block and tighten the strap until the
Deco is secure.
WARNING
The Deco can only be used in
upright direction as shown in the
image.
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