Deco X73-DSL(2/3-pack) Setup Guide
Welcome! Let’s get your Deco up and running together!
This guide is here to help everyone set up a Deco mesh Wi-Fi network quickly and successfully. It covers what’s in the box, how it looks, and how to get started. Additionally, our Deco app provides helpful accessibility features, including increasing contrast, switching screen orientation, making fonts bigger, and more. Discover these accessibility resources designed to make your setup even easier! For more accessibility guidance, please refer to Accessibility Support.
Ready to begin? Let’s start exploring your Deco and get connected!
1. Package Content
The package includes a Deco X73-DSL (the biggest one), a Deco X73 unit (for 2-pack kits) or two Deco X73 unit (for 3-pack kits), power adapter, Ethernet cable, a DSL cable, an external DSL splitter, and user guides. The number of Deco X73 units and power adapters varies from the actual products.
• Power Adapter
The power adapter is usually a rectangular or square block with a cord on one end that plugs into your Deco to power it up.
• Ethernet Cable
The Ethernet cable is a thick, smooth cord with a slightly stiff feel. It has a rectangular plastic connector at each end, with a small lever-like clip on top. To use it, align the connector with the Ethernet port on your device and push it in until you hear or feel a click. The clip helps secure the connection; you can press it down to remove the cable when needed.
• DSL Cable
The DSL cable uses standard telephone connectors (RJ11), smaller than the Ethernet cable's connector, and is used to connect your Deco to the phone jack for internet service from your ISP. To use it, align the connector with the DSL port on your device and push it in until you hear or feel a click. The clip helps secure the connection; you can press it down to remove the cable when needed.
• External DSL Splitter
The external DSL splitter usually has a line port (connecting to the phone line), a phone port (connecting to your telephone), and a modem port (connecting to your DSL modem). It separates voice and data signals on a single telephone line, allowing both your phone and internet service to function simultaneously.
2. Appearance
Place your Deco with the foot pads facing down. The side lined with various ports is the back of the Deco. If there are no foot pads, place your Deco with the heat vents facing down.
Each Deco X73-DSL has an LED that changes color according to its status, four RJ-45 Ethernet ports, two analog phone ports, a USB port, a DSL port, a power slot, and a Reset button.
Each Deco X73 has an LED that changes color according to its status, two RJ-45 Ethernet ports, a power slot, and a Reset button.
• Power Slot
The power slot is a circle located at the bottom of the Deco X73-SDL and on the back of Deco X73. It’s used to connect Deco to the power socket using the provided power adapter.
• DSL Port (Deco X73-DSL only)
The port at the bottom on the back of Deco is a DSL port for connecting Deco to the splitter or directly to the phone jack via a phone cable.
• USB Port (Deco X73-DSL only)
The USB button is a rectangular slot located on the back of Deco, adjacent to the DSL port. Use this port to connect to external devices like USB drives, printers for network sharing.
• Ethernet Port
The square WAN/LAN auto-sensing Ethernet ports are located on the back of the Deco. They connect the Deco to a modem or Ethernet outlet, or other internet services.
• Analog Phone Ports (FXS) (Deco X73-DSL only)
The top two square ports on the back of Deco are analog phone ports for connecting Deco to your analog phones. You can connect up to 2 analog phones to Deco.
• Reset Button
The Reset button is a small round hole at the bottom of your Deco. To reset it to factory default settings, press for 1 second and release. Then wait about 2 minutes for it to restart.
• Product Label
The product label is at the bottom of your Deco. The default network name, your Deco's MAC address, and a QR code for scanning to connect to your Deco’s default Wi-Fi are provided on the label.
• LED Light
Each Deco X73-DSL has an LED light on the bottom of its side, and each Deco X73 has one at the bottom of its front that changes colors according to its status.You can also check your network status from the Deco app.
| LED | Indication |
|---|---|
| Pulse Yellow | Deco is resetting. |
| Solid Yellow | Deco is starting up. |
| Pulse Blue | Deco is ready for setup. |
| Solid Blue | Deco is setting up. |
| Pulse Green | Deco is upgrading firmware. |
| Solid Green | Deco is all set up and connected to the internet. |
| Pulse Red | The satellite Deco is disconnected from the main Deco. |
| Solid Red | Deco has an issue. |
3. Set Up Your Deco
Scan the QR code below to download and install the Deco app. Then follow the app instructions to set up your Deco.
Alternatively, you can click the button below to download and install the Deco app for iOS or Android.
Note: Please remain online (Wi-Fi or mobile data) throughout the app download and login steps.
After setup, you can manage your network on the Deco app anytime, anywhere.
Tips:
- When setting up Deco for the first time or after a reset, wait 2 minutes for it to restart or wait until the LED flashes blue before using the Deco app to set up.
- When you cannot access the internet, open the Deco app and follow the troubleshooting instructions to solve the problem. If the problem persists, contact us at https://www.tp-link.com/support/ for further assistance.
*TP-Link hereby declares that the device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of directive 2019/882/EU. The original EU Declaration of Conformity may be found at https://www.tp-link.com/en/support/ce/