Deco App | Set up SuperWifi

Published on: 8/08/2024 08:49 AM

This page explains how to set up SuperWifi using the Deco App.

Before you begin

A TP-Link ID is required to perform this task, Find out how to create a TP-Link ID using the Deco app
Ensure your app is updated
The examples in the article below are for X50 devices. You will need to choose the model that you are setting up from the list of available devices
X80 is plug'n'play which means the app setup is not needed. You will simply need to power on the device and it should connect to the wifi.
You can also use the app by logging into the app when connected to WiFi and the modem will automatically be added on the app. There are instructions in the box for set-up.

Log into the Deco App

The Paint Your Home In Wi-Fi screen appears
Tap LET'S BEGIN

The Select your Deco screen appears
In the search field, enter X50
Tap the X50 device

The How do you want to use your product screen appears
Confirm you have the following, then tap the arrow icon
- Deco X20/X50 units
- Ethernet cable
- Power cable
Power off your modem
Using the Ethernet cable:
- Plug one side into the modem's LAN port
- Plug the other side into the Deco unit's Ethernet port
Tap the arrow icon
Wait for 2 minutes and check your modem's Internet light is on and stable
Tap the arrow icon
Power on the Deco X20/X50 and wait until the LED is pulsing blue
Tap the arrow icon

The Deco app starts searching for the Deco X20/X50
When the Deco app finds the Deco X20/X50, tap Join
Select where your modem has been placed
Tap Connect

The Deco will search for internet access
Enter a Wi-Fi network name and password
Tap Next
Tap Connect

The Deco app and Deco X20/X50 start connecting. After it connects, the app tests the internet connection.
Tap Next

The Deco app home screen appears
Turn off Wi-Fi on the modem
- Ultra Hub guide
- HG659 guide
  
  Note:
  
  This is required to prevent interference

Set up the twin pack of Deco units
Open the Deco app
From the top-left of the main screen, tap the + icon
Select Add a Deco Unit
In the search field, enter X20/X50
Tap the X50 device
Find a suitable spot for the X20/X50 unit
- 1 floor
  
  Ensure you put the unit in another room
- 2 or 3 floors
  
  Ensure you put the devices on separate floors
- Other recommendations
  - Ensure the unit is placed out in the open
  - Pace the unit away from large electrical devices
Tap the arrow icon
Power on the Deco X20/X50 and wait until the LED is pulsing blue
Tap the arrow icon

The Deco app starts searching for the Deco X20/X50
Select where your modem has been placed
Tap Next

After the settings are applied, the Deco has been added screen appears
Tap Done

You can also checkout the video below on how to setup SuperWifi using an iOS device:

If encounter any issues during the setup, there are 3 things you can try:

Power off all devices, and try the process again - Powering up devices in the incorrect order will impact the setup
Delete the unit from the Deco app - Completely delete the unit from the deco app , power off all Deco units, and start the process again
Factory reset the Deco unit - This should only be done as a last resort

View the SuperWifi quick start guide included with your SuperWifi package.