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TP-Link RE650, RE655 User Manual

User Guide
AC2600 MU-MIMO Wi-Fi Range Extender
RE650/RE655
© 2021 TP-Link 1910012988 REV2.1.0
Contents
About This Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Chapter 1. Get to Know About Your Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
1. 1. Product Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1. 2. Appearance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Chapter 2. Set Up Internet Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
2. 1. Power On the Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2. 2. Set Up the Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Chapter 3. OneMesh with Seamless Roaming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
3. 1. What‘s a OneMesh Network. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
3. 2. How to Set Up a OneMesh Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
3. 3. How to Manage a OneMesh Network. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Chapter 4. TP-Link Cloud Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
4. 1. Register a TP-Link ID. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
4. 2. Change Your TP-Link ID Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
4. 3. Manage the User TP-Link IDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
4. 3. 2. Remove TP-Link ID(s) from Managing the Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
4. 4. Manage the Extender via the TP-Link Tether App . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Chapter 5. Customize Your Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
5. 1. Check Internet Status. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
5. 2. Configure Wireless Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
5. 3. Change LAN Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
5. 4. Adjust Wi-Fi Coverage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
5. 5. Set Access Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
5. 6. Set High Speed Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Chapter 6. Use Your Extender as an Acess Point. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
6. 1. Set Up the Extender as an Access Point. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
6. 2. Connect Your Wireless Devices to the Extender. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
6. 3. LED Explanation for the Access Point Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Chapter 7. Manage Your Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
7. 1. Set System Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
7. 2. Control LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
7. 3. Set Power Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
7. 4. Upgrade the Firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
7. 5. Backup and Restore Configuration Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
7. 6. Change Login Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
7. 7. Check System Log . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
FAQ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

About This Guide

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.
Note: Features available in this range extender may vary by model and software version. Range extender availability may also vary by region or ISP. All images, steps, and descriptions in this guide are only examples and may not reflect your actual range extender experience.
Conventions
In this guide the following conventions are used:
Convention Description
Underline
Teal
>
Note:
Tip:
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
https://www.tp-link.com/support.
The Quick Installation Guide can be found where you find this guide or inside the package of the extender.
Operating temperature, storage temperature, and other specifications can be found on the product page at https://www.tp-link.com.
TP-Link Community is provided for you to discuss our products and share knowledge at
https://community.tp-link.com/.
Our Technical Support contact information can be found at the Contact Technical Support page at https://www.tp-link.com/support.
Speed/Coverage Disclaimer
Maximum wireless signal rates are the physical rates derived from IEEE Standard
802.11 specifications. Actual wireless data throughput and wireless coverage are not guaranteed and will vary as a result of 1) environmental factors, including building materials, physical objects, and obstacles, 2) network conditions, including local interference, volume and density of traffic, product location, network complexity, and network overhead, and 3) client limitations, including rated performance, location, connection quality, and client condition.
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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
Tired of Wi-Fi “dead zones”? 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
The extender works with any standard wireless router. 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 on the extender’s web management page or the Tether app.
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 TP-Link Tether App
Tether provides a simple, intuitive way to access and manage your extender with your iOS or Android devices.

1. 2. Appearance

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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.
Name Status Indication (For Range Extender Mode)
(Signal)
2.4GHz
5GHz
Power
Solid blue
The extender is connected to your router’s wireless network
and is in a suitable location.
The extender is receiving a weak signal. Try relocating it closer
Solid red
to your router.
Blinking WPS connection is in progress.
Off No wireless connection is established.
The extender is connected to the 2.4GHz wireless network of
On
your router.
Off No 2.4GHz wireless connection.
The extender is connected to the 5GHz wireless network of
On
your router.
Off No 5GHz wireless connection.
On The extender is on.
Blinking The system is starting up or firmware upgrade is in progress.
Off The extender is off.
1. 2. 2. Port and Button Description
Ports or Buttons Description
Press the WPS button on your router, and immediately press the WPS button
WPS Button
Power Button Press the Power button to turn on or off the extender.
LED Button Press the LED button to turn on or off all the LEDs.
Reset (Hole) Use a pin to press and hold the Reset button for 1 second to reset the extender.
Ethernet Port
on the extender. The
indicating successful WPS connection.
Connect your Ethernet-only device (such as a Blu-ray player, game console,
DVR, or smart TV) to the Ethernet port of the extender to join the Wi-Fi network.
LED of the extender should change to solid blue,
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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:
• Power On the Extender
• Set Up the Extender
Chapter 2
Set Up Internet Connection

2. 1. Power On the Extender

Plug the extender into an electrical outlet next to your router, and then wait until the Power LED turns solid on.
Note: For safety, only plug the extender in the direction as shown below.
Solid On

2. 2. Set Up the Extender

There are three ways to set up the extender: via the TP-Link Tether app, via a web browser, or via the WPS button.

2. 2. 1. Method 1: 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. Launch the Tether app and log in with your TP-Link ID.
Note: If you don’t have a TP-Link ID, create one first.
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Chapter 2
Laptop
Smartphone
Tablet
Smart TV
Game Console
Desktop
Set Up Internet Connection
3. Tap the + icon on the upper-right corner and select Range Extender.
4. Follow app instructions to set up your extender.
If the extender connects to a OneMesh router, it will copy the router’s wireless settings for seamless roaming. For more information about Onemesh, refer to OneMesh with
Seamless Roaming.
5. Follow app instructions to relocate your extender for optimal Wi-Fi coverage and performance.
Tip:
For more intuitive location assistance, access extender settings via Tether and go to Tools > Location Assistant.
You can also manage your extender via Tether, such as controlling LEDs, sharing passwords of your networks and
blocking devices.
6. Enjoy! Connect your devices to the extender wirelessly or via an Ethernet cable, then enjoy the internet.

2. 2. 2. Method 2: Via a Web Browser

1. Connect your computer to the extender wirelessly as follows:
• For Windows Users
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Chapter 2
C
C
Set Up Internet Connection
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.
onnections are available
Wireless Network
TP-Link_Extender
√
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.
Wi-Fi: On Tu rn Wi-Fi O
TP-Link_Extender
Join Other Network...
Create Network...
Open Network Preferences...
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 to log in.
Note:
If the login window does not appear, please refer to FAQ.
2 ) 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
3 ) Select your host router’s 5GHz SSID (network name), enter its password (NOT
the password you just created for management), and click Next.
Note:
If your host router does not support 5GHz wireless network, please click Skip to continue.
4 ) Confirm your host network password.
5 ) Either keep the default SSIDs (network names) or customize them for the
extended networks, and then click Next.
Tip:
If you connect the extender to a TP-Link OneMesh router, the extender will automatically join the router’s OneMesh
network and copy the router’s wireless settings. For more information, refer to OneMesh with Seamless Roaming.
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Chapter 2
Set Up Internet Connection
6 ) Follow web instructions to relocate your extender for optimal Wi-Fi coverage
and performance, and then click Done.
7 ) Note down your extended network information and finish the setup.
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Chapter 2
Laptop
Smartphone
Tablet
Smart TV
Game Console
Desktop
Set Up Internet Connection
8 ) Enjoy! Connect your devices to the extender wirelessly or via an Ethernet cable,
then enjoy the internet.

2. 2. 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.
Note:
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 from blinking to solid on, which indicates that the WPS connection is successful.
Note:
If the LED does not turn solid on, try again or refer to Method 1: Via the TP-Link Tether App or Method 2: Via a Web
Browser.
3. If the extender connects to a dual band router, repeat steps 1 and 2 above to connect to the other band.
4. Wait until the Signal LED
turns solid on, and the setup is done.
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Chapter 2
Laptop
Smartphone
Tablet
Smart TV
Game Console
Desktop
Set Up Internet Connection
Extended Network Names:
_EXT
Router’s network name with
at the end or Same as your OneMesh router
Passwords:
Solid On
Note:
• For more information about OneMesh, refer to OneMesh with Seamless Roaming.
• If you want to customize the extended network name, refer to Configure Wireless Network.
Same as your router
5. Relocate your extender for optimal Wi-Fi coverage and performance.
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.
Suitable location
Too far from router No connection
Router Devices
Halfway
Tip:
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.
6. Enjoy! Connect your devices to the extender wirelessly or via an Ethernet cable, then enjoy the internet.
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Chapter 3

OneMesh with Seamless Roaming

This chapter introduces the TP-Link OneMeshTM feature.
It contains the following sections:
• What‘s a OneMesh Network
• How to Set Up a OneMesh Network
• How to Manage a OneMesh Network
Chapter 3
OneMesh with Seamless Roaming

3. 1. What‘s a OneMesh Network

TP-Link OneMeshTM router and TP-Link OneMeshTM extenders work together to form one unified Wi-Fi network. Walk through your home and stay connected with the fastest possible speeds thanks to OneMesh’s seamless coverage.
SAME
IN TER NE T
Network Name & Password
for seamless roaming
Unified Wi-Fi Network
Router and extenders share the same wireless settings, including network name, password, access control settings and more.
Seamless Roaming
Devices automatically switch between your router and extenders as you move through your home for the fastest possible speeds.
Easy Setup and Management
Set up a OneMeshTM network with a push of WPS buttons. Manage all network devices on the Tether app or at your router’s web management page.
TM
To check full list of TP-Link OneMesh
devices, scan the QR code, or visit
https://www.tp-link.com/onemesh/compatibility.
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