On our site, there are already similar instructions for routers from ZyXEL, Asus, and D-Link. But how to see who is connected to Wi-Fi, if the router is from TP-LINK, I have not yet written. It has its own nuances, therefore, now we will consider everything in more detail.
I don't know why, but many people are interested in the question of who else is connected to my Wi-Fi, who "steals" the Internet and how to block it. I can tell right away that if you have a good password for the Wi-Fi network, then in the list of connected clients, you are unlikely to see third-party devices. A good password must be set, of course. There is even a separate article on this topic.
So, if you have doubts, and it seems to you that someone else has "picked up" your Wi-Fi, then this can be checked without any problems. And if you have a TP-LINK router, then this manual is for you.
TP-LINK: how to find out who is connected to my Wi-Fi and block the device?
All this can be viewed in the settings of the router. First, we need to go to the web interface. To do this, open your browser, go totplinklogin.net (you can also try 192.168.1.1, or 192.168.0.1). The address is indicated at the bottom of the router. Enter your username and password on the authorization page. If you haven't changed them, then these are admin and admin. If something does not work out, then see the detailed instructions for entering the web interface of TP-LINK routers.
In the settings, go to the "Wireless" tab. If you have a dual-band router, then open the tab with the desired network (2.4 GHz, or 5 GHz). And immediately go to "Wireless Statistics" (statistics of the wireless mode).
There, the table will display all devices that are connected to your Wi-Fi. You can click on the "Refresh" button to update the list.
To be honest, the information there is not very informative, therefore, I advise you to go to the "DHCP" - "DHCP Client List" tab. At least the name of the device will be indicated there.
If you find some device that is not yours there, you can block it. The best way to block is by MAC address. But, there is another way: just change the password on Wi-Fi. And all the devices that were connected to your Wi-Fi will fall off by themselves. And you will connect with a new password.
Blocking Wi-Fi clients by MAC address on a TP-LINK router
From the tables I showed above, copy the MAC address of the device you want to block. Click the "Wireless" - "Wireless MAC Filtering" tab.
Filtering must be enabled (in the Enabled status). And the blocking settings in the "Deny" status. Click on the "Add New" button to add a new device.
We indicate the MAC address of the desired device, enter an arbitrary description, and save the rule.
Reboot the router. The locked device will be disconnected and will no longer be able to connect. But, I would also change the password of the Wi-Fi network.
How to view the list of Wi-Fi clients if TP-LINK router with a new settings page
Some top models of TP-LINK routers have already got a new web interface. Basically, these are devices from the Archer line (but not all). In the settings, in the new control panel, go to the top section "Basic" (basic setting). You will see a map of the network. There will be wireless clients. Click on them, and a list of devices that are connected to your Wi-Fi will appear on the side or below.
It's a pity that we didn't make it possible to block devices directly from this table.
To block devices on routers with new firmware, you need to go to the "Advanced" section. Then open the "Wireless" tab (wireless mode) - "Wireless MAC Filtering", and create a rule, as I showed above.
That's all. Now you know how to view a list of all devices that are connected to the wireless network. And, if necessary, block individual devices.
