How to set up your new Deco BE28 Smart modem How to set up your new BE28 SmartWiFi modem
Follow this step-by-step guide to set up your supplied Deco BE28 modem unit
Deco BE28 SmartWiFi modem
Deco BE28 SmartWiFi modem
Deco BE28 SmartWiFi modem

1. Connect the modem to power​

Plug the Deco BE28 modem unit’s power adapter into the modem, and to the wall socket.​
Smart WiFi router connected to a modem via Ethernet cables, showing highlighted ports for easy setup.
Smart WiFi router connected to a modem via Ethernet cables, showing highlighted ports for easy setup.
Smart WiFi router connected to a modem via Ethernet cables, showing highlighted ports for easy setup.

2. Connect the network cable to the ONT

Using an ethernet network cable, connect the modem unit to the Fibre terminal box (ONT unit).
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Illustration of living room and dining area with a sofa, TV, dining table, and shelves.
Illustration of living room and dining area with a sofa, TV, dining table, and shelves.

3. Place the modem in an high-up, and open space

Place the modem in an open space, high and ideally, away from obstacles.
Smart Wi-Fi router showing green LED light, with chart of color codes for setup, firmware updates, and error status.
Smart Wi-Fi router showing green LED light, with chart of color codes for setup, firmware updates, and error status.
Smart Wi-Fi router showing green LED light, with chart of color codes for setup, firmware updates, and error status.

4. Connect the modem to the internet

Wait for the light on your modem to turn solid green - you are now connected to the internet.
TP-Link Deco Wi-Fi router label with QR code, SSID, password, and device information for easy network setup.
TP-Link Deco Wi-Fi router label with QR code, SSID, password, and device information for easy network setup.
TP-Link Deco Wi-Fi router label with QR code, SSID, password, and device information for easy network setup.

5. Find the WiFi login details on the bottom of your modem​

Use the WiFi username (SSID) and the password to connect to the WiFi. Find the WiFi login details on the bottom of your modem or the sticker located inside the box.​

​If you have a mobile device you can connect by​ scanning the QR code with your camera.​
Smartphone displaying Wi-Fi setup for TP-Link Deco_BE28, including password input and auto reconnect option.
Smartphone displaying Wi-Fi setup for TP-Link Deco_BE28, including password input and auto reconnect option.
Smartphone displaying Wi-Fi setup for TP-Link Deco_BE28, including password input and auto reconnect option.

6. Log onto the internet with your devices​

Select the SSID provided on the WiFi sticker or at the bottom of your modem and log in using your device.​

​To get the most out of your modem, download the TP-Link Deco app.

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