Mercusys Router Login
Mercusys is TP-Link's budget sub-brand, launched to compete at even lower price points than TP-Link's own TL-WR series. The relationship is similar to how Redmi is to Xiaomi — same parent company, simplified hardware, lower cost. The admin interface is nearly identical to older TP-Link firmware, the credential system is the same (admin/admin), and the hostname follows the same pattern: mwlogin.net instead of TP-Link's tplinkwifi.net.
The admin IP is 192.168.0.1 and default credentials are admin / admin. Mercusys routers are particularly common in Southeast Asia, South Asia, and Latin America.
Default Credentials
| Model | Admin IP | Username | Password |
|---|---|---|---|
| MW301R (N300) | 192.168.0.1 | admin | admin |
| MW305R (N300) | 192.168.0.1 | admin | admin |
| AC10 (AC1200) | 192.168.0.1 | admin | admin |
| AC12G (AC1200, Gigabit) | 192.168.0.1 | admin | admin |
| Halo series (Mesh) | 192.168.0.1 | admin | admin or app setup |
Mercusys vs TP-Link: What's Different?
Since Mercusys is TP-Link's budget line, the two are often compared directly:
- Price: Mercusys is typically 20–40% cheaper than equivalent TP-Link models
- Interface: Nearly identical admin UI — if you've used older TP-Link firmware, Mercusys looks the same
- Hostname: TP-Link uses tplinkwifi.net, Mercusys uses mwlogin.net
- Features: Mercusys skips some advanced features like detailed QoS, VPN server, and some parental control options
- Support: Mercusys gets fewer firmware updates than TP-Link's main lineup
How to Log In
- Connect to the Mercusys WiFi or via ethernet
- Open a browser and go to
http://192.168.0.1orhttp://mwlogin.net - Username: admin Password: admin
- The interface shows Basic and Advanced tabs — most users only need Basic
Change WiFi Password
- Log in at 192.168.0.1
- Go to Basic → Wireless
- Select 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz
- Update the Password field and click Save
Troubleshooting
| Problem | Fix |
|---|---|
| mwlogin.net not loading | Only works on Mercusys network — try 192.168.0.1 directly |
| admin/admin rejected | Credentials changed — factory reset: hold reset 10 seconds |
| Slow WiFi on N300 models | MW301R / MW305R are single-band 2.4 GHz N300 — maximum throughput is limited; 5 GHz not available on these models |
Factory Reset
Hold the reset button on the back for 10 seconds with the router powered on. The router reboots with admin/admin credentials restored.