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    {
        "role": "user",
        "content": "can%20I%20rename%20my%20deco%20network%20without%20affecting%20any%20connections"
    },
    {
        "role": "assistant",
        "content": "Yes\u2014you *can* rename your TP-Link Deco network (either the SSID\u2014the name clients see when connecting to Wi-Fi\u2014or the individual device/unit names) manually, and many changes *won\u2019t* require reconnecting every device. But some steps *will* \u2014 it depends what exactly you\u2019re renaming. Here\u2019s what changes are possible, what impacts they\u2019ll have, and how to do them properly.\n\n---\n\n### What you can rename\n\n1. **Device names or locations**  \n   You can rename each Deco unit (e.g. \u201cLiving Room,\u201d \u201cBedroom Deco,\u201d etc.) via the Deco app without disturbing connectivity. These names are just for your reference, to help keep track of which Deco is which. ([tp-link.com](https://www.tp-link.com/us/support/faq/2664/?utm_source=openai))\n\n2. **The network's SSID (Wi-Fi name) and password**  \n   You can also change the Wi-Fi network name (SSID) and/or password. ([service-provider.tp-link.com](https://service-provider.tp-link.com/faq/452/?utm_source=openai))\n\n---\n\n### Effects on existing connections\n\n- If you only change the **device names**, your Wi-Fi-connected devices (phones, smart TVs, laptops, etc.) stay connected. This is a cosmetic/organizational change; clients still refer to the SSID and password\u2014not the Deco unit names. No reconnection needed.\n\n- If you change the **Wi-Fi network name or password** (SSID or passphrase), *all* devices currently connected will get disconnected. You\u2019ll then need to rejoin them to the newly named/reset network using the new SSID/password. ([geekchamp.com](https://geekchamp.com/how-do-i-rename-my-wi-fi-network-name/?utm_source=openai))\n\n---\n\n### How to rename (step-by-step)\n\n- To rename a Deco **unit**:\n  1. Open the Deco app  \n  2. Go to *Network* \u2192 *Network Map*  \n  3. Tap the Deco unit you want to rename  \n  4. Tap the edit icon  \n  5. Choose a preset location-based name or enter a custom name  \n  6. Save ([tp-link.com](https://www.tp-link.com/us/support/faq/2664/?utm_source=openai))\n\n- To change the **Wi-Fi name (SSID)** or password:\n  1. In the Deco app, go to *More* \u2192 *Wi-Fi Settings*  \n  2. Change SSID and/or password  \n  3. Save the changes ([service-provider.tp-link.com](https://service-provider.tp-link.com/faq/452/?utm_source=openai))\n\n---\n\n### Best practices\n\n- **Plan reconnections**: If you\u2019re changing SSID/password, take note of the new credentials so you can reconnect devices quickly. This especially matters for devices that are harder to access (smart home gear, etc.).\n\n- **Gradual update**: Sometimes changing SSID to match an older network name can help auto-reconnect devices automatically (they see the same name+password). If possible, match both SSID and password from the old network. ([reddit.com](https://www.reddit.com/r/TpLink/comments/15mgklt?utm_source=openai))\n\n- **Firmware/app updates**: Make sure the Deco units are running the latest firmware and the app is updated. Features and behavior might vary across models and firmware versions. ([service-provider.tp-link.com](https://service-provider.tp-link.com/faq/521/?utm_source=openai))\n\n---\n\nIf you tell me *exactly* what you want to rename (unit name vs Wi-Fi name vs password) and what Deco model you have, I can give more precise instructions for your setup!"
    }
]