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TP-Link Pharos CPE510

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Setup instructions, default access credentials, and network configuration guide.

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Device Overview

The TP-Link Pharos CPE510 is a 5 GHz 300 Mbps outdoor CPE featuring an internal 13 dBi dual-polarized directional antenna.

It is built with an enterprise Qualcomm Atheros chipset and high-power radio design capable of up to 23 dBm (200 mW) conducted power.

Technicians frequently deploy the CPE510 for budget-friendly wireless bridge connections between buildings or short subscriber links.

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Default IP Address 192.168.0.254
Default Credentials
User: admin  |  Pass: admin

How to Connect (Physical & Network Setup)

Connect the PoE port of the 24V passive PoE adapter to the CPE510. Connect your PC to the adapter LAN port. Assign static IP 192.168.0.100 and mask 255.255.255.0 to your PC.

Step-by-Step Configuration Steps

  1. 1 Open web browser and visit http://192.168.0.254.
  2. 2 Enter username 'admin' and password 'admin'. Set a new secure password on first login.
  3. 3 Run the Quick Setup wizard and choose 'Client' mode (to bridge an existing AP to Ethernet) or 'AP' mode.
  4. 4 Under Wireless Settings, click 'Survey' to scan for nearby 5 GHz networks.
  5. 5 Select your network, click Connect, and enter the WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK password.
  6. 6 Under Network, change the CPE IP address to an unused IP in your main network or leave as static management.
  7. 7 Click Finish. Reconnect PC to obtain DHCP through the new bridge.

Verification Step

Inspect the Signal Strength LED indicators on the rear housing (4 LEDs indicate signal levels). In the Pharos OS status page, check SNR and CCQ.
Firmware Note: Pharos OS. Includes MAXtream TDMA mode for interference mitigation when connecting to another TP-Link Pharos base station.

Menu names may vary by model and firmware version.

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Notice: This is sample configuration data for field technicians and small ISPs. Verify details against official manufacturer documentation and your device casing label before applying in production.