Tp-link RE200 EAC User Manual

WPS

Quick

RESET

ETHERNET

far away

Installation Guide

Applicable Model:

RE200

Method ONE: Quick Setup using the WPS Button

Method TWO: Setup using your Web Browser

LED Explanation

5G/2.4G

Solid Green: The Range Extender is connected

to the 5G/2.4G wireless network of your main Router/AP, and the signal strength is strong. Solid Red: The Range Extender is connected to the 5G/2.4G wireless network of your main Router/AP, but the signal strength is weak. Off: The Range Extender isn’t connected to your main Router/AP.

(Wireless Signal)

On: The Range Extender’s wireless function is enabled. Off: The Range Extender’s wireless function is disabled.

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(ETHERNET)

On: A device is connected to the ETHERNET port, but there is no activity. Flashing: A device is connected to the ETHERNET port, and is active. Off: No device is connected to the ETHERNET port.

(Power)

On: The Range Extender is on. Off: The Range Extender is off.

(RE)

On: The Range Extender has established a secure connection. Flashing: The Range Extender is establishing a secure connection. Off: No active connection.

Method ONE

Power on Push the two WPS buttons

Plug your Range Extender into a power outlet near your Router/AP.

Quick Setup using the WPS Button

Use this if your Router or Access Point(AP) supports WPS

Wait until the ‘ ’ and ‘ ’ LEDs light up.

Push the WPS button on your Router/AP.

If the WPS connection fails, please go to Method TWO.

Immediately push the

button on your Range Extender.

The ‘ ’ LED should go from flashing to solid, showing that WPS connection has succeeded, then it will turn off in 2 minutes.

Relocate

After you have configured your Range Extender, move it to a location for the best signal quality and coverage in your house. The Range Extender will automatically reconnect to your main Router/AP within about 30 seconds after you plug it into another power outlet. * Keep the following in mind:

Keep the Range Extender away from devices like cordless phones, Bluetooth devices and Microwave Ovens to minimize wireless interference.

The ideal location for your Range Extender is Halfway between your main Router/AP and Wi-Fi-enabled devices.

If possible, try to place your Range Extender in a location where the 2.4G/5G LEDs are Green.

Enjoy!

The Range Extender shares the same Wi-Fi Network Name (SSID) and Wi-Fi Password with your main Router/AP.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

SSID (TP-LINK_XXGHz_XXX) Password (ABCDEF)

If possible, try to place your extender in open corridors or spacious locations rather than a crowded room.

SSID (TP-LINK_XXGHz_XXX) Password (ABCDEF)

Q1. How to reset the Range Extender?

A1:

While the Range Extender is plugged into a power outlet,

press the RESET button with a pen for 1 second. Wait 2 seconds until all the LEDs flash once. OR

A2:

Use your web browser to log into the management page,

go to “System Tools -> Factory Defaults” and click

“Restore”. Wait 5 seconds until all the LEDs flash once.

RESET

Q2. I typed http://tplinkextender.net in the browser URL bar, why can't I see the quick setup page?

A: First, make sure your computer is connected to the extender network and disconnected from any other network. Second, make sure your computer is set to “

Q3. What’s the technical support hotline?

Please visit “www.tp-link.com”, find “Support>Contact Technical Support>Hotline Suppor t” for more information.

Obtain an IP address automatically

”.

Connection are available

Not connected

Wireless Network Connetion

Wireless

Connection

Ethernet

Smart TV

Game Console

Desktop

Laptop

Smartphone

Tablet

Method TWO

The Range Extender's single ETHERNET port allows the Range Extender to function as a wireless adapter connecting a wired device like Blu-ray players, game consoles, DVRs and smart TVs. At the same time, the device can share the wireless network. Please follow Method ONE or Method TWO to set up the Range Extender first and then refer to this connection diagram to connect it to one Ethernet-enabled device.

Cancel

Please click Next to set up the Range Extender or click Exit to go to the Device Management Page.

Main Router/AP WiFi Network Name(SSID):

Exit

Back

Signal MAC Channel Security

00-0A-EB-74-06-06 1 WPA-PSK

0C-72-2C-B3-A5-2C 1 WPA-PSK

Back

Rescan

Signal MAC Channel Security

00-0A-EB-74-06-07 1 WPA-PSK

0C-36-2C-B3-A4-2D 1 WPA-PSK

Back

Rescan

Setup using your Web Browser

Plug your Range Extender into a power outlet near your Router/AP.

Wait until the ‘ ’ and ‘ ’ LEDs light up.

Configure

Type “http://tplinkextender.net” in

your Web browser and press Enter. Log in to the management page using user name “admin” and password “admin”.

http://tplinkextender.net

Connect your computer to the Range ExtenderPower on

Connecting via Ethernet Cable

1. Disconnect your computer from all wireless networks.

2. Connect the Range Extender to your computer via an Ethernet cable. Then go to Step 3.

Below are the major setup process steps.

Wi-Fi Network Name_2.4GHz:

Wi-Fi Network Name_5GHz:

Connection Status:

Choose Region Wireless Settings Review SettingsStart

N/A

Disconnected

Connecting via Wireless

TP-LINK_Extender_XXGHz

√

Connect automatically Connect

Available Wireless Networks (5GHz): 5

Choose SSID

TP-LINK_5GHz_XXX

√

TP-LINK_XXX

1. Disconnect your Ethernet Connection. Click the Wireless Network Connection icon on your desktop.

2. Click the Refresh icon and connect to the Range Extender (the default wireless network name is:

TP-LINK_Extender_ XXGHz as listed on

the rear panel) and go to Step 3.

Choose Region Wireless Settings Review SettingsStart

admin

It may take 5 seconds or more for the login page to pop up. If it does not pop up, refresh the browser, otherwise, please refer to the FAQ > Q2.

a. The Quick Setup page appears when you login in.

Choose Region Wireless Settings Review SettingsStart

Available Wireless Networks (2.4GHz): 24

Choose SSID

TP-LINK_2.4GHz_XXX

√

TP-LINK_XXX

b. Select your Router/AP’s 2.4GHz Wireless Network, for example,

TP-LINK_2.4GHz_XXX.

Choose Region Wireless Settings Review SettingsStart

Main Router/AP Network (2.4GHz)

Main Router/AP WiFi Network Name(SSID):

Main Router/AP MAC Address(BSSID):

Fill in the WiFi Password of your Main Router/AP:

Range Extender Network (2.4GHz)

Range Extender WiFi Network Name(SSID):

c. Fill in the Wi-Fi Password of your main Router/AP. You can copy the Wi-Fi Network Name (SSID) from your main Router/AP (TP-LINK_2.4GHz_XXX) or set a new one (TP-LINK_2.4GHz_XXX_EXT).

WiFi Security Option:

TP-LINK_2.4GHz_XXX

00-0A-EB-74-06-06

Most Secure(WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK)

123456789

Copy from Main Router/AP TP-LINK_2.4GHz_XXX

Customize

TP-LINK_2.4GHz_XXX_EXT

d. Select your Router/AP’s 5GHz Wireless Network, for example,

TP-LINK_5GHz_XXX.

Choose Region Wireless Settings Review SettingsStart

Main Router/AP Network (5GHz)

Main Router/AP WiFi Network Name(SSID):

Main Router/AP MAC Address(BSSID):

Fill in the WiFi Password of your Main Router/AP:

Range Extender WiFi Network Name(SSID):

e. Fill in the Wi-Fi Password of your main Router/AP. You can copy the Wi-Fi Network Name (SSID) from your main Router/AP

(TP-LINK_5GHz_XXX) or set a new one (TP-LINK_5GHz_XXX_EXT).

Restart

Configuration Completed Successfully.

Completed!

100%

Please wait a moment, if the browser does not refresh automatically, click Refresh on the top of your

browser.

f. The 2.4G/5G LEDs will light up if the configuration is successful.

WiFi Security Option:

Range Extender Network (5GHz)

TP-LINK_5GHz_XXX

00-0A-EB-74-06-07

Most Secure(WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK)

123456789

Copy from Main Router/AP TP-LINK_5GHz_XXX

Customize

TP-LINK_5GHz_XXX_EXT

Relocate

Enjoy!

Choose the Range Extender’s Wi-Fi Network Name

Refer to Step 3 of Method ONE on the other side.

(TP-LINK_XXGHz_XXX or TP-LINK_XXGHz_XXX_EXT). The Range Extender shares your main Router/AP’s

Wi-Fi Password.

Entertainment Adapter

SSID (TP-LINK_XXGHz_XXX) Password (ABCDEF)

SSID (TP-LINK_XXGHz_XXX/ TP-LINK_XXGHz_XXX_EXT) Password (ABCDEF)