Instructions for Connecting Starlink to a Pair of TP-Link CPE710

Connecting Starlink to a pair of TP-Link CPE710 devices for extending your network requires configuring the CPE710 devices as a point-to-point (PtP) bridge. This setup involves setting one CPE710 as an Access Point (AP) and the other as a Client (station). Here’s a step-by-step guide:

Materials Needed:

• Starlink dish and router
• 2 TP-Link CPE710 devices
• Ethernet cables
• Power adapters (PoE injectors included with CPE710)

Step 1: Initial Setup of Starlink

1. Install Starlink Dish: Follow Starlink’s installation guide to set up the dish in a location with a clear view of the sky.
2. Connect to Starlink Router: Connect the Starlink dish to the Starlink router using the provided cable. Ensure the router is powered on.
3. Verify Internet Connection: Using a device connected to the Starlink router (via Wi-Fi or Ethernet), ensure that the internet is working.

Step 2: Configure the CPE710 as Access Point

1. Power On CPE710: Connect the first CPE710 to the PoE injector and power it on. Connect an Ethernet cable from the LAN port of the PoE injector to your computer.
2. Access the Web Interface: Open a web browser and enter the default IP address (192.168.0.254) of the CPE710.
3. Login: Use the default login credentials (username: admin, password: admin).
4. Change IP Address: Navigate to Network -> LAN Settings. Change the IP address to avoid conflicts with Starlink (e.g., 192.168.1.254). Save and reboot.
5. Re-login: Use the new IP address to log back into the CPE710.
6. Set Up as AP: Go to Wireless -> Wireless Mode and select Access Point. Configure the SSID, security settings, and password for the wireless network.
7. Adjust Wireless Settings: Set the channel width to 40MHz and select a less congested channel. Save settings.

Step 3: Configure the CPE710 as Client

1. Power On Second CPE710: Connect the second CPE710 to its PoE injector and power it on. Connect an Ethernet cable from the LAN port of the PoE injector to your computer.
2. Access the Web Interface: Open a web browser and enter the default IP address (192.168.0.254).
3. Login: Use the default login credentials (username: admin, password: admin).
4. Change IP Address: Navigate to Network -> LAN Settings. Change the IP address to a unique address within the same range as the AP (e.g., 192.168.1.253). Save and reboot.
5. Re-login: Use the new IP address to log back into the CPE710.
6. Set Up as Client: Go to Wireless -> Wireless Mode and select Client. Scan for the SSID set on the AP and connect to it. Enter the security key if prompted.
7. Adjust Wireless Settings: Ensure the channel width and channel match the AP settings. Save settings.

Step 4: Connect Starlink to CPE710 Network

1. Connect AP to Starlink: Connect an Ethernet cable from the LAN port of the Starlink router to the WAN/PoE port of the PoE injector connected to the AP CPE710.
2. Position Devices: Place the AP CPE710 and the Client CPE710 in locations with a clear line of sight. The distance should be within the effective range of the devices (up to 5km in optimal conditions).

Step 5: Final Testing and Optimization

1. Verify Connection: Ensure the Client CPE710 is connected to the AP. You can check the connection status in the web interface of the Client CPE710.
2. Connect Devices: Connect your devices to the network through the Client CPE710 via Wi-Fi or Ethernet.
3. Test Internet: Verify that devices connected to the Client CPE710 can access the internet through the Starlink connection.
4. Optimize Settings: Fine-tune the wireless settings for better performance, including adjusting channels and power settings.

Troubleshooting Tips:

• No Internet: Ensure all cables are securely connected and devices are properly powered.
• Poor Signal: Check the alignment and distance between the CPE710 devices.
• IP Conflicts: Ensure each device has a unique IP address within the network range.

This setup should extend your Starlink internet connection using the TP-Link CPE710 devices effectively.