This guide is a complement to Quick Installation Guide. The Quick Installation Guide
provides instructions for quick internet setup, while this guide contains details of each
function and demonstrates how to configure them.
When using this guide, please notice that features of the extender may vary slightly
depending on the model and software version you have, and on your location, language,
and internet service provider. All screenshots, images, parameters and descriptions
documented in this guide are used for demonstration only.
Conventions
In this guide the following conventions are used:
ConventionDescription
Underline
Teal
>
Note:
Tips:
Underlined words or phrases are hyperlinks. You can click to redirect to a
website or a specific section.
Contents to be emphasized and texts on the web page are in teal, including the
menus, items, buttons and so on.
The menu structures to show the path to load the corresponding page.
For example, Advanced > Wireless > MAC Filtering means the MAC Filtering
function page is under the Wireless menu that is located in the Advanced tab.
Ignoring this type of note might result in a malfunction or damage to the device.
Indicates important information that helps you make better use of your device.
More Info
The latest software, management app and utility are available from Download Center at
www.tp-link.com/support.
The Quick Installation Guide can be found where you find this guide or inside the
package of the extender.
Specifications can be found on the product page at http://www.tp-link.com.
A Technical Support Forum is provided for you to discuss our products at
http://forum.tp-link.com.
Our Technical Support contact information can be found at the Contact Technical
Support page at www.tp-link.com/support.
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Chapter 1
Get to Know About Your
Extender
This chapter introduces what the extender can do and its appearance.
It contains the following sections:
• Product Overview
• Appearance
Chapter 1
Get to Know About Your Extender
1. 1. Product Overview
Bring Dead Zones Back to Life
The TP-Link extender is connected to your router wirelessly, strengthening its signal
and expanding its coverage into areas that could not otherwise be reached.
Easy Installation & Quick Position
Instantly connect the extender to a router by pressing the router’s WPS button (if
available) followed by the extender’s WPS button. Alternatively, follow the Quick Setup
instructions found on the extender’s web management page.
Once the extender is connected to a router, you can relocate it to your preferred location
with no further configuration required. The Intelligent signal light can help to find the
best location.
Easy Management with the Tether APP
Tether provides a simple, intuitive way to access and manage your extender with your
smart devices.
1. 2. Appearance
Note:
The provided plug may differ from the picture due to different regional power specifications.
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Chapter 1
Get to Know About Your Extender
1. 2. 1. LED Explanation
You can check the extender’s working status by following the LED Explanation table.
NameStatusIndication
Power
Signal
2.4GHzOn/Off
5GHzOn/Off
On/OffThe extender is on or off.
BlinkingThe system is starting up or firmware is being upgraded.
Solid Blue
Solid Red
BlinkingWPS connection is in progress.
OffNo wireless connection is established.
The extender is connected to your router’s wireless network
and is in a suitable location.
The extender is experiencing poor signal strength. Try
relocating it closer to your router.
The extender is connected or not connected to the 2.4GHz
wireless network of your host router.
The extender is connected or not connected to the 5GHz
wireless network of your host router.
1. 2. 2. Port and Button Description
Ports or ButtonsDescription
Press the WPS button on your host router, and immediately press the WPS
WPS Button
button on the extender for 1 second. The Signal LED of the extender should
change to solid blue, indicating successful WPS connection.
RESET Button (Hole)Use a pin to press the button for 1 second to reset the extender.
Ethernet Port
Connect your Ethernet-only device to the Ethernet port of the extender to join
the Wi-Fi network.
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Chapter 2
Set Up Internet Connection
This chapter introduces how to boost your host wireless coverage. Please follow the
step-by-step instructions to set up the internet connection.
It contains the following sections:
• Quick Setup
• Position Your Extender
Chapter 2
C
C
Set Up Internet Connection
2. 1. Quick Setup
Power on
Plug the extender into an electrical outlet near your host router, and then wait until the
Power LED is solid on.
Note: For safety, we suggest that you plug the extender in upright directions as shown below.
Connect to the host network
There are three ways to connect to the host network: via a web browser, via the TP-Link
Tether app, or via the WPS button.
2. 1. 1. Method 1: Via a Web Browser
1. Connect your computer to the extender via your Ethernet cable, or connect wirelessly
as follows:
• For Windows Users
1 ) Unplug the Ethernet cable from your computer (if any).
2 ) Click the Wi-Fi icon on the taskbar and connect to the extender’s wireless
network: TP-Link_Extender_2.4GHz or TP-Link_Extender_5GHz.
onnections are available
Wireless Network
TP-Link_Extender_2.4GHz
TP-Link_Extender_5GHz
√
Connect automatically
onnection
Connect
• For Mac OS X Users
1 ) Unplug the Ethernet cable from your computer (if any).
2 ) Click the Wi-Fi icon in the top right corner of the screen, and connect to the
extender’s network: TP-Link_Extender_2.4GHz or TP-Link_Extender_5GHz.
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Chapter 2
Wi-Fi: On
Tu rn Wi-Fi O
TP-Link_Extender_2.4GHz
TP-Link_Extender_5GHz
Join Other Network...
Create Network...
Open Network Preferences...
Set Up Internet Connection
2. Follow the instructions of the Quick Setup Wizard to connect the extender to your
host router.
1 ) Launch a web browser, enter http://tplinkrepeater.net or http://192.168.0.254
in the address bar, and then create a password for future logins, and click Start.
Tips: If the login window does not appear, please refer to FAQ.
2 ) Select your time zone, and click Next.
3 ) Select your host router’s 2.4GHz SSID (network name), enter its password (NOT
the password you just created for management), and click Next.
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Chapter 2
Set Up Internet Connection
4 ) Select your host router’s 5GHz SSID (network name), enter its password (NOT
the password you just created for management), and click Next.
Tips: If your host router does not support 5GHz wireless network, please click Skip to continue.
5 ) Confirm your host network password.
6 ) Either keep the default SSIDs (network names) or customize them for the
extended networks, and then click Save.
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Chapter 2
Set Up Internet Connection
7 ) Enjoy! Connect to the extended network and enjoy the internet. Both extended
networks share the same wireless passwords as those of your host networks,
but may have different network names if you have customized the SSIDs during
the configuration.
Note:
Since the performance of the extended network will be affected by the distance between the extender and the host
router, we highly recommend you to relocate your extender referring to Position Your Extender.
2. 1. 2. Method 2: Via the TP-Link Tether App
1. Launch the Apple App Store or Google Play Store and search TP-Link Tether or simply
scan the QR code to download and install the app.
OR
2. Go to Wi-Fi Settings and connect your device to the extender’s wireless network:
TP-Link_Extender_2.4GHz or TP-Link_Extender_5GHz.
< Settings
Wi-Fi
CHOOSE A NETWORK...
TP-Link_Extender_2.4GHz
TP-Link_Extender_5GHz
Other...
Wi-Fi
3. Launch Tether and select your extender from the Local Device list.
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Chapter 2
4. Create a password for future logins and click Create.
Set Up Internet Connection
5. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the configuration.
Tips: You can manage your extender via Tether, such as controlling LEDs, sharing passwords of your networks and
blocking devices.
Note:
Since the performance of the extended network will be affected by the distance between the extender and host router,
we recommend that you relocate your extender by referring to Position Your Extender.
2. 1. 3. Method 3: Via the WPS Button
Use this way if your router has a WPS button. The button might look like one of these:
.
1. Press the WPS button on your host router, and then press the WPS button on the
extender for 1 second within 2 minutes.
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Note:
Set Up Internet Connection
Chapter 2
For more information about using WPS button on your host router, please refer to the router manufacturer’s user
guide.
2. Wait until the Signal LED changes to solid blue, which indicates that the WPS
connection is successful.
3. Enjoy! Connect to the extended network and enjoy the Internet. Both extended
networks share the same SSIDs (network names) and passwords as those of your
host networks.
Note:
• If the extender connects to a dual-band router but only the 2.4GHz or 5GHz LED is on, repeat Step 1 and 2 to
connect to the other band.
• If the WPS method fails, or if you want to customize the extended network name, refer to Method 1: Via a Web
Browser or Method 2: Via the TP-Link Tether App.
• Since the performance of the extended networks will be affected by the distance between the extender and the
host router, we highly recommend you to relocate your extender by referring to Position Your Extender.
2. 2. Position Your Extender
Please follow the instructions below to achieve optimal performance of the extender.
1. Plug the extender into an electrical outlet between your host router and the Wi-Fi
“dead“ zone. The location you choose must be within the range of your existing host
network.
2. Wait until the Signal LED is lit and solid blue. If it’s not, relocate it closer to the host
router to achieve better signal quality.
Blue: Good location
Red: Too far away
Host Network
RouterClients
Tips:
To minimize signal interference, please choose a location which is far away from Bluetooth devices and other
household electronic devices, such as cordless phones, microwave ovens and baby monitors.
Extended Network
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