TP Link Deco M5 Router Wifi Mesh Setup & Config + Review

Mesh WiFi routers are a great way to boost your coverage and signal strength in your home. They plug into an existing router or modem and create a mesh of wifi. In this video, we take a look at the TP Link Deco M5 Router Wifi Mesh Router System, we cover how to set up and configure the deco pods, take an in-depth look at the application and the features it offers as well as give the Deco M5 a review.

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0:00 Intro
0:15 Tech Specs
0:40 App Download
1:58 Primary Pod Setup
5:10 WiFi Setup
6:20 Additional Pod Setup
8:31 UI First Glance
8:40 Antivirus Settings
9:10 Shortcuts & Automation
9:58 Settings
14:40 Speeds Results Before & After
14:58 Final Thoughts & Review
16:46 HelpCloud Merch

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[aaron]

I have to say I purchased a Deco M5 today and came across your review. This was a lot better than pretty much any review I’ve watched on here and quality and editing was spot on.
Keep it up!

[Gmork-The-Nothing]

Definitely the best review of this unit I've seen. I can see you're a serious PC user too from the great custom build in the background. Top notch mate! Thank you.

[OldfartRC]

i have been using the M5 for about 3 years now. still working awesome. easy to setup and ultra reliable. Never have a issue.

[br]

I purchased it today and I think this is an awesome device. I used to have disconnection issues with the modem provided by my ISP even if it's just right in front of me. The deco m5 solved this problem. I can now play without any delays or disconnections.

[allanbrown]

Just got a Deco M5 system, and reading the info from TP Support, Viewing other Vids, and scanning help Forums I was dreading setting this up (my tech knowledge is limited) until i came across your video. You knocked in in to a tin hat, plain and simple, and easy to follow. I feel more confident in giving this ago myself. So thank you and keep up the good work.

[watsinhorde]

Best review I've seen yet! Thanks man, I can't wait to try this thing out.

[jamesward]

Gread tutorial. I have set up several of these systems so just letting those know, if you have devices such as computers/printers connected to the LAN ports on your current Modem/Router and want to keep your existing DHCP server from your current router assigning the same IP range so all devices 'talk' on the network - make sure you swap over to Access Point mode after setting up. Keeping it in Router mode means the Deco will assign new IP addresses on the new WiFi system to that of the current modem/router you already have and they won't 'talk' to each other.

[adriancressy]

Hello.I'm glad that there is someone here with the lights on. I bought an M5 and followed instructions. M5 connected to a port on my TP Link router. Your instructions are perfect and its running.
Download speed test to my Android phone on wifi was my wife's Gateway laptop in another room with an M5 pod nearby was 100mbps download. We have Xfinity 1Gb internet. Wired computers get 900mbps download and 40mbps Upload. I'll take a W A G that if the M5 was connected to a MODEM that the real hi speed happens. I need a router for the setups of static addresses and ports I need opened to connect to servers over the interwebs...and ports opened for Xbox happiness...thanks

[BudsSmartHome]

It seems the videos I watched on the M5 have all setup the first pod with an existing router. I have an older Linksys 2500 router that I am reluctant to use as I think it may be a bottle neck for IPS speed. I believe I have the option to leave the old router out of the equation and connect the first pod directly to my modem. Is that accurate? The 1st Pod will then operate as my primary router?
Because I have a need to plug in four ethernet cables at the location of my first pod I plan on purchasing the "TP-Link 3-packDeco M5 Mesh with 5 port Switch". So I assume that I would connect the 1st Pod to the Modem and then use the second port on the 1st Pod to attach the 5 port Switch. Is that also correct?

[donaldjeansonne]

Thanks so much for input on these devices. I was starting the process of ordering Deco M5s for my situation. I contacted TP Link to have them give me input and information to confirm my application and selection.

This is my situation. I have a installation needing 3 devices. The base and a 2nd Deco some 30 ft apart in the main house (only 1 floor) and a 3rd Deco in my external shop which ii is about 100ft from the house. I currently use a wifi extender to provide wifi in the shop.
After much discussion with TP Link support they would not recommend their product more than 50 ft from the main house. I told them I was testing this configuration with another supplier's equipment and it was connecting. Thus I don't see how to proceed with TP Link. I really wanted to use the Deco M5 devices.
My question is do you see my configuration as not applicable for setting up 3 Deco M5s because of the 100ft distance of the third Deco ? Also I plan to setup my mesh in access point mode as I want to keep my modem/router configuration in service.
Your input si greatly appreciated. Thanks.

[annuartv]

great review! very helpful and now I know what to expect tomorrow when my m5’s arrive.. thanks!!

[IbraAtc]

Great video !!! Is the M5 still worth buying in 2024 please?

Also can I mix a Deco Wifi 5 with Deco wifi 6 ?

[cubicalgee]

After I installed this system yesterday night and connected my series X it encountered a error saying I had double NAT. But from watching this Im sure I have the answer to my problem. I will change the settings from router to access point.

[djpika]

im confused, so once the main deco is connected to wifi, do I still have to have the ethernet cable connected to it or can i bring it somewhere else and plug in the power source there. Great video btw

[accountantedwinsterkenya]

Thanks Alot, just impressed my BOSS after configuring his Deco Router i think i might get a promotion

[postallian]

Can I connect the pods to one another via ether et? I'm not sure if I will be able to get a wireless signal. I've already got the cable prerun.

[lindam_in_michigan]

Great video and gave me all the steps to add another node to my setup. Thank you SO MUCH!

[jimcar]

Thanks very much - Best tutorial, very helpful. I had two units that displayed a red LED. Had to reset both! Working now.. I'm saving this link for future ref..

[bigjohntechreviews]

Great informational review. I have been looking for a mesh system, and like the others said, came across your video and sold me on the TP Link Deco M5. I will be purchasing this today, and will use your video to help me get started. You gained another subscriber ( Me ) today. Thans for sharing the info. Be safe

[vinimatioli]

Hello there. Can I connect Decos trought cable, so the connection gets better ?