Archer BE800 1.0/1.20 Setup Guide

Model: Archer BE800

Version: 1.0/1.20

Welcome! Let’s get your router up and running together.
This guide makes setup simple for everyone, covering helpful accessibility resources, what’s in the box, how it looks, and where to begin.

Our Tether app and web management page also offer accessibility features, such as increasing page contrast, switching to landscape mode and increasing font size. You can enable them during setup to make it much easier to set up your device and adjust settings! For more accessibility guidance, refer to Accessibility Support.

Note: For some models, Accessibility features will be supported by subsequent firmware upgrades.

Now, ready to explore your router and get connected?

Step 1. Learn About Your Router

This section introduces the router's package contents and appearance, including its ports, buttons, and product label.

1. Unpack Your Router

Your package includes: a router, a power adapter, an Ethernet cable, and installation guides.

Power Adapter: A block-shaped charger with a cord. Plug it into the router’s power port to turn it on.
Ethernet Cable: A thick cable with plastic connectors at both ends. Each connector has a small clip to hold it in place. To use the cable, insert one end to the WAN port on your router until you hear or feel a click and the other end to an Ethernet outlet or a modem. To unplug it, you can press the click and pull it out.

2. Appearance

The router has a rectangular shape and is designed to sit flat on a surface, such as a table or shelf.

Locate the small rubber footpads on the bottom of the router. With the footpads facing down, place the router on a flat surface.

The LED display is located on the front panel:

LED display: On the front panel of the router, there is a display composed of multiple LEDs that show various patterns, indicating different operational states.

The 3 buttons are positioned below the LED display, close to the bottom edge. Facing the front panel, they are arranged from left to right as follows:

WPS Button: A rectangular button. Press for 1 second, then press the WPS button on your device to connect via WPS.
Wi-Fi Button: A rectangular button. Press and hold for 2 seconds to enable or disable wireless broadcasting.
LED Button: A rectangular button. Press for 1 second to turn the router’s LED on or off.

The following ports and buttons are located on the back panel, arranged from bottom to top and left to right as follows:

Power Port: A round port. Plug in the power adapter to supply power.
Power On/Off Button: A round protruding button. Press to turn the router on or off. It is pressed down when the router is powered on and pops up when powered off.
USB 3.0 Port: A small flat rectangular slot. Connect USB storage devices here.
Reset Button: A tiny recessed hole (needs a pin to press). Hold for over 10 seconds to reset the router to its factory settings.
Combo Port 2 (10Gbps SFP+ port): This port is on a separate line. A rectangular port. For connecting to your optical module.
Combo Port 1 (10Gbps WAN/LAN port): This port is directly above the SFP+ port. A nearly square port. For connecting to your modem, the Ethernet outlet or other internet devices. Used as the WAN or LAN port.
10Gbps WAN/LAN port 3: This port is on the right of Combo Port 1. A nearly square port. For connecting to your modem, the Ethernet outlet or other internet devices. Used as the WAN or LAN port.
2.5Gbps LAN Port (1-4): 4 nearly square ports arranged closely together. For connecting your PC or other wired devices to the router.
Product label: The product label is on the upper half of the back panel. The surface of the product label is relatively smooth and it is slightly recessed into the back panel. This label includes: the router’s default network name (SSID), the MAC address, and a QR code for scanning to connect to the default Wi-Fi.

Step 2. Set Up Your Router

1. Position your router. Make sure that the router is within reach of an AC power outlet and near Ethernet cables for wired devices.

2. Scan the QR code below to download the Tether app for iOS or Android, or scan the QR code on the Quick Setup Guide for the Tether app. The app will walk you through setup.

Note: Please remain online (Wi-Fi or mobile data) throughout the app download and login steps.

Scan the QR code for Tether

Tip: You can also cable and set up your router with a web browser via http://tplinkwifi.net or http://192.168.0.1. For detailed information, please refer to the router’s quick installation guide or user guide.

Support

For technical support, replacement services, user guides, and other information about your product model, please visit https://www.tp-link.com/support/