Quick Installation Guide
Range Extender
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2 Set Up
1 Power On
Plug the extender into a power outlet next to your router. Wait until its Power LED turns solid on.
Next to
Solid On
Method 1: Via the Tether App
1.Get the up-to-date Tether app.
or
Scan for Tether |
Tether |
2.Connect your smartphone to the extender’s network TP-Link_Extender.
< Settings Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi
CHOOSE A NETWORK...
TP-Link_Extender
3.Launch the Tether app, and select your extender. Create a password to log in.
MyDevices
Local Device
REXXX
XX-XX-XX-XX-XX-XX
4. Follow app instructions to complete the setup.
The LED should turn solid on, indicating successful connection to your router.
Note: If the LED does not turn solid on, refer to FAQ > Q2.
Method 2: Via a Web Browser
1. Connect your computer or smartphone to the extender’s network TP-Link_Extender. If you are using a computer, unplug the Ethernet cable if any.
Connections are available
Wireless Network Connection
TP-Link_Extender
√ Connect automatically |
Connect |
2.Launch a web browser, and enter http://tplinkrepeater.net or http://192.168.0.254 in the address bar. Create a password to log in.
Note: If the login window does not appear, refer to FAQ > Q1.
http://tplinkrepeater.net
Create Password
Low |
Middle |
High |
Confirm Password
Start
3. Follow web instructions to complete the setup.
The LED should turn solid on, indicating successful connection to your router.
Note: If the LED does not turn solid on, refer to FAQ > Q2.
Method 3: Via the WPS Button
1. Press the WPS button on your router.
The WPS button might look like one of these:
2.Within 2 minutes, press the WPS button on the extender for 1 second. The LED should change from blinking to solid on, indicating successful connection.
Note: If the LED does not turn solid on, try again or use Method 1 or 2.
Blinking Solid On
3.If the extender connects to a dual band router, repeat steps 1 and 2 above to connect to the other band.
Extended Network Names:
Router’s network name with _EXT at the end
Passwords:
Same as your router
Note: If you want to change the extended network names, refer to Manage the Extender on the back page.
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extender has been connected to a OneMesh router |
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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 LED turns solid green. If it doesn't, relocate the extender closer to the router to achieve better signal quality.
Green: Suitable location
Red: Too far from router
Tip: For more intuitive location assistant, access extender settings via the Tether app and go to Tools > Location Assistant |
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Enjoy the internet!