Controller Software

Omada Discovery Utility

Setup Video

  • How to Set Up the Whole Network of Gateway, Switches, and EAPs Using Omada SDN Controller

    This video will demonstration how to do a full configuration with TP-Link Omada products including gateway, switches and EAPs. As an example, we are going to build the wired and wireless networks from scratch at our TP-Link Office. The setup consists of 7 steps: Step 1. Log in to the Controller Step 2. Adopt Devices Step 3. View Dashboard and Menus Step 4. Set up WAN Step 5. Set up LAN and VLANs Step 6. Set up Wi-Fi Step 7. Set up ACL

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  • How to Install and Set Up Omada Software Controller

    This video will show you how to install and set up the Omada Software Controller, using the Windows version for demonstration.

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  • How to Adopt Omada Devices via Omada Controller

    This video will show you how to adopt Omada devices and configure a gateway network via the Omada SDN Controller (Omada Software Controller is used as an example).

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  • How to add devices with Zero-Touch Provisioning (ZTP) via Could-Based Controller

    This video will show you How to add devices with Zero-Touch Provisioning (ZTP) via Could-Based Controller.

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  • How to Monitor and Manage Devices via Omada SDN Controller

    This video will show you how to monitor and manage devices via Omada SDN Controller.

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  • How to Configure Schedules to Automate Network Control via Omada SDN Controller

    This video shows how to configure WLAN Schedule, Port Schedule (PoE Schedule, Port Schedule), Upgrade Schedule, and Reboot Schedule to help you easily manage your network using the Omada Software Controller for demonstration.

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  • How to Monitor and Manage Clients via Omada SDN Controller

    This video will show you how to monitor and manage clients via Omada SDN Controller.

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  • How to Check the Clients Signal Strength and Estimate the Actual Speed

    This video will show you how to check the client signal strength and estimate actual network speeds.

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  • How to Create User Accounts on Omada SDN Controller

    This video shows how to create custom roles, local user accounts and cloud user accounts of different levels on the Omada SDN Controller.

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  • How to Set Wireless SSID for Different Users via Omada SDN Controller

    This video will show you how to set wireless SSIDs for different users via the Omada SDN Controller.

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  • How to Configure No Authentication Portal via Omada SDN Controller

    This video will show you how to configure No Authentication Portal via the Omada SDN Controller.

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  • How to Configure Voucher Portal for Different Privilege Users via Omada SDN Controller

    This video will show you how to configure the voucher portal for users with different privileges via the Omada Software Controller.

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  • How to Use Heat Maps to Deploy Your Network via the Omada SDN Controller

    This video will show you how to use heat maps to deploy your network via the Omada SDN Controller.

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  • How to Configure Fast Roaming via the Omada SDN Controller

    This video will show you how to configure Fast Roaming via the Omada SDN Controller.

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  • How to Build an Omada Mesh Network via the Omada SDN Controller

    This video will show you how to build an omada mesh network via the Omada SDN Controller.

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  • How to Configure Bandwidth Control via Omada SDN Controller

    This video will show you how to configure bandwidth control via Omada SDN Controller.

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  • How to Set up a TP-Link EAP via Web browser

    This video will demonstrate how to set up a TP-Link EAP via a web browser. The setup consists of three steps:
    1. Connect the EAP to the network
    2. Log into the EAP (via a wired/wireless connection)
    3. Change the default SSID
    This video is suitable for users with a small number (1-3) of EAPs .

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FAQs

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.

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.

The respective programs are distributed WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY; without even the implied warranty of MERCHANTABILITY or FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. See the respective GNU General Public License for more details.

Apps

Omada APP

TP-Link Omada lets you configure settings, monitor network status and manage clients, all from the convenience of a smart phone or tablet. Learn more about Compatible Devices.

Note: SDN switch/router is compatible with Omada App only in controller mode. To use Omada, please update your device's firmware to the latest version.

GPL Code

Emulators

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Note:

1.  The emulator is a virtual web GUI where you can experience the TP-Link product management panel.

2. The listed emulators might not have the latest firmware.

3.  The features displayed are for reference, and their availability may depend on local regulations. For more information, please refer to the datasheet or product page.