TP-Link Range Extender Quick Installation Guide

1 Power On

Plug the extender into a power outlet next to your router. Wait until its Power LED turns solid on.

Quick Installation Guide

Range Extender

Next to

Solid On

Setup with videos

Scan the QR code, or visit https://www.tp-link.com/support/setup-video/#range-extenders and search for the setup video of your model.

2 Set Up

Via the Tether App

1.Get the up-to-date Tether app from the Apple App Store or Google Play, or simply scan the QR code.

or

Tether

Scan for Tether

2. Launch the Tether app and log in with your TP-Link ID. If you don’t have an account, create one first.

3. Tap the button and select Range Extender.

Note: If you cannot find your device, please refer to

FAQ > Q1.

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Choose your device type

Router

Range Extender

Archer AX11000

Archer C5400X

4.Follow app instructions to complete the setup. The Signal LED should turn solid on, indicating successful connection to your router.

Note: If the LED does not turn solid on, please refer to FAQ > Q2.

	Welcome to Tether
	TP-Link ID (Email)		Solid On
	Password
		Log In
	Sign Up	Forgot Password?

3 Relocate

1.Plug in the extender about halfway between your router and the Wi-Fi dead zone. The location you choose must be within the range of your router.

2.Wait for about 2 minutes until the Signal LED turns solid blue. If it doesn't, relocate the extender closer to the router to achieve better signal quality.

Tip: For more intuitive location assistance, access extender settings via the Tether app and go to

Tools > Location Assistant.

Enjoy!

Connect your devices to the extender wirelessly or via an Ethernet cable, then enjoy the internet. The password of your extended network is the same as your host router.

Tip: You can also set up the extender in Access Point mode to transform your existing wired network to a wireless one. For details, refer to the user guide at https://www.tp-link.com/support/download/.

More Setup Methods

Via a Web Browser

1. Connect your computer or smartphone to the extender’s network TP-Link_Extender.

2.Visit http://tplinkrepeater.net or http://192.168.0.254 in a web browser. Create a password to log in.

3.Follow web instructions to complete the setup.

Via the WPS Button

1.Press the WPS button on your router.

2.Within 2 minutes, press the WPS button on the extender for 1 second. The Signal LED should change from blinking to solid on, indicating successful connection.

Extended Network Name:

Router’s network name with _EXT at the end

Password:

Same as your router

For more details, please refer to the user guide at https://www.tp-link.com/support/download/.

Blue: Suitable location

Red: Too far from router

Router	Devices
	Halfway

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Smart TV	Game Console	Desktop

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Access Extender Settings

After setup, you can access extender settings via any of the methods below. You can reselect host network, change extended network settings and more.

Note: If your extender and router use the same network name, Method 1 is recommended.

Method 1: Via the Tether App

Tether

1.Connect your smartphone to the extender‘s or router’s network.

2.Launch the Tether app, select your extender, and log in.

3.View or change extender settings as needed.

Method 2: Via a Web Browser

http://tplinkrepeater.net	http://tplinkrepeater.net

1.Connect your computer or smartphone to the extender’s network. If you are using a computer, unplug the Ethernet cable if any.

2.Launch a web browser, enter http://tplinkrepeater.net in the address bar, and log in.

3.View or change extender settings as needed.

Q1. What should I do if the Tether app cannot find my device during setup?

Try another method by following the steps below:

1. Connect your smartphone to the extender’s network TP-Link_Extender.

< Settings Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi

CHOOSE A NETWORK...

TP-Link_Extender

2. Launch the Tether app, and select your extender.

Tip: If you have connected to the extender’s Wi-Fi but still cannot find your device, try turning off your cellular data.

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Local Device

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3. Follow app instructions to complete the setup.

If you are still having problems, contact our technical support.

Q2. What should I do if the Signal LED doesn’t turn solid on after completing setup via the Tether app or web browser?

You may have entered incorrect Wi-Fi password for your host router during the configuration. Check the password and try again.

Make sure the extender is close to your router, preferably within 16 feet, and away from large electrical appliances.

If you have enabled wireless MAC filtering, wireless access control, or access control list (ACL) on your router, disable them first, then follow any method on the front page to complete the configuration.

Try setting it up via the WPS button.

Reset the extender and go through the configuration again.

If you are still having problems, contact our technical support.

LED Explanation

	LED	Status	Indication (For Range Extender Mode)
		Solid blue	The extender is connected to your router’s
			wireless network and is in a suitable location.
	Signal	Solid red	The extender is receiving a weak signal. Try
		Blinking	relocating it closer to your router.
			WPS connection is in progress.
		Off	No wireless connection is established.
	Power	On/Off	The extender is on or off.
		Blinking	The system is starting up or firmware upgrade
			is in progress.

Q3. How do I reset the extender?

With the extender powered on, use a pin to press the RESET button for 1 second. The extender will reboot.

RESET

Safety Information

Keep the device away from water, fire, humidity or hot environments.

Do not attempt to disassemble, repair, or modify the device.

Do not use the device where wireless devices are not allowed.

The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.

Please read and follow the above safety information when operating the device. We cannot guarantee that no accidents or damage will occur due to improper use of the device. Please use this product with care and operate at your own risk.

TP-Link hereby declares that the device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of directives 2014/53/EU, 2009/125/EC, 2011/65/EU and (EU)2015/863.

The original EU declaration of conformity may be found at https://www.tp-link.com/en/ce.

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