Archer BE3600 Setup Guide

Model: Archer BE3600

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. It comes with four thin, adjustable antennas attached to the back or sides.

First, locate two small rubber footpads on the bottom of the router. With the footpads facing down, place the router on a flat surface. Rotate all antennas to point straight up for the best signal.

Next, face directly the side that has five recessed rectangular ports aligned in a row. This side is the back panel. These ports are arranged from left to right as follows:

2.5Gbps WAN Port: The first rectangular port. Connects to your modem or Ethernet outlet.
2.5Gbps LAN Port: the second rectangular port. Connects to a PC or other wired device.
Three 1Gbps LAN Ports (2-4): the third to fifth rectangular ports. Use to connect additional wired devices.

On the left of these 5 ports, there are 3 protruding and 1 recessed round buttons in a row. These buttons are arranged from left to right as follows:

LED Button: The first protruding button. Press for 1 second to turn the router’s LED on or off.
WPS Button: The second protruding button. Press for 1 second, then press the WPS button on your device to connect via WPS.
Wi-Fi Button: The third protruding button. Press and hold for 2 seconds to enable or disable wireless broadcasting.
Reset Button: The fourth, a tiny recessed hole (needs a pin to press). Hold for over 10 seconds to reset the router to its factory settings.

On the right of these 5 ports, there is a USB 3.0 port, an On/Off button, and a Power port. From left to right:

USB 3.0 Port: A smaller rectangular slot. Connect USB storage devices here.
Power On/Off Button: A round protruding button. Press to turn the router on or off.
Power Port: A round port. Plug in the power adapter to supply power.

On the bottom of the router, there is a recessed label. 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 app

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/