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    How to Change DNS on TP-Link (Archer / Deco / Omada)

    By [FILL IN], [FILL IN] · Last updated

    TP-Link offers DNS settings in the web interface and apps.

    Before you start

    You need a FirewallDNS account (see pricing). Sign in to your dashboard, register your public IP address and copy your DNS server addresses. Replace <FIREWALLDNS-PRIMARY> and <FIREWALLDNS-SECONDARY> below with them.

    Step by step

    1. Archer: tplinkwifi.net > Advanced > Network > Internet, Advanced settings, set DNS manually. Also Network > DHCP Server.
    2. Deco app: More > Advanced > IPv4 > DNS Address > Custom.
    3. Omada controller: Settings > Wired Networks > LAN > edit network > DHCP > DNS Server Manual.
    4. Enter <FIREWALLDNS-PRIMARY> and <FIREWALLDNS-SECONDARY> and save.

    Verify it works

    1. Renew DHCP on a client (Windows: ipconfig /renew, macOS: reconnect Wi-Fi).
    2. Run nslookup example.com and check which server answered.
    3. Open the live log in your dashboard. New lookups should appear within seconds.

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