How do I install TP-Link router to work with a Cable Modem? (Old UI)
TL-WR841ND , TL-WR842ND , TL-WR843ND , Archer C5( V1.20 ) , Archer C2( V1 ) , TL-R860 , TL-WR54KIT , TL-R460 , Archer C50( V1 ) , TL-WDR3500 , TL-WR720N , TL-WR841N , TL-WDR3600 , TL-WR710N , TL-WR740N , Archer C20i , TL-WR741ND , TL-WR940N , TL-WR300KIT , TL-WR743ND , TL-WR1043ND , Archer C7( V1 V2 V3 ) , TL-WR1042ND , TL-WR542G , TL-WR702N , TL-WR700N , TL-WR843N , TL-WR340G , TL-WDR4300 , TL-WR340GD , Archer C20( V1 ) , TL-MR3220 , TL-WR842N , TL-WR2543ND , TL-MR3020 , TL-WR840N , TL-MR3040 , TL-WR841HP , TL-R402M , TL-WDR4900 , TL-WR941ND , TL-WR543G , TL-WR541G , TL-WR802N , TL-WR150KIT , TL-WR810N , TL-MR3420
Recent updates may have expanded access to feature(s) discussed in this FAQ. Visit your product's support page, select the correct hardware version for your device and check either the Datasheet or the firmware section for the latest improvements added to your product.
Before you start, you can refer to the Video first:
If your router is a new UI, please refer How do I install TP-Link Archer router to work with a Cable Modem (new logo)?
Note: This article is not relevant to you if you have any of the following conditions.
Note: Some cable modem has a back-up battery inside. To completely restart the cable modem, please take the battery out, and then unplug the power supply.
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