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LED Explanation
Connection are available
Not connected
Wireless Network Connection
Quick
Installation
Guide
Applicable Model:
RE450
Option ONE
Using a Web Browser
(RE)
Solid blue: The extender is connected to the
router, and is in a good location.
Solid red: The extender is connected to the
router, but is too far away from the router.
Blinking: WPS connection is in process.
Off: No active connection.
Button Explanation
LED button: To turn all LEDs on or off, press the LED button.
Power button: To turn on or off the extender, press the Power button.
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2.4GHz/5GHz
On: The extender is connected to the
2.4GHz/5GHz wireless network of your host
router.
Off: No connection.
POWER
On: The extender is on.
Blinking: The extender is initializing.
Off: The extender is off.
Plug the extender into an electrical
outlet near your router, and wait until the
POWER LED is lit and solid blue.
Configure
Launch a web browser and type
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http://tplinkrepeater.net in the address
bar. Enter admin (all lowercase) for both
Username and Password to log in.
Connect to the extenderPower on
For Windows Users
10:31
TP-LINK_Extender_2.4GHz
√
Connect automatically Connect
1. Unplug the Ethernet cable from your computer (if any).
2. Click the Wireless Network Connection icon on your taskbar.
3. Click the refresh icon and connect to the extender’s network
(e.g. TP-LINK_Extender_2.4GHz/5GHz).
Select your router's 2.4GHz/5GHz host
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network and enter the password. Then click
Next.
or
For Mac OS X Users
Wi-Fi: On
Turn Wi-Fi Off
TP-LINK_Extender_2.4GHz
TP-LINK_Router
Join Other Network...
Create Network...
Open Network Preferences...
1. Unplug the Ethernet cable from your Mac (if any).
2. Click the Wi-Fi icon in the top right corner of the screen, and
connect to the extender’s network (e.g.
TP-LINK_Extender_2.4GHz/5GHz).
Either keep the default SSIDs or customize
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them for the extended networks, and then
click Next.
http://tplinkrepeater.net
admin
admin
Login
If the log in window does not pop up,
please refer to the FAQ > Q1.
Create an account for secure
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management purpose, and then click
Confirm.
Relocate
Plug the extender into an electrical outlet about halfway
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between your router and the Wi-Fi dead zone. The location
you choose must be within the range of your host network.
5GHz Host Network
2.4GHz Host Network
Please select 2.4GHz Host network or skip this network.
SSID Signal
Your router wireless name
Host 2.4GHz Password:
TP_LINK_123456
If your router does not support 5GHz wireless
network, please click Skip to continue.
12345678
Wireless Settings
MAC Address
30:B5:C1:33:99:76
Next
23:B5:C0:30:90:06
Back Other... Rescan Skip
Summary
Security
Host Network
Host Network
5GHz Host Network
2.4GHz Host Network
Extended 2.4GHz SSID:
The extended 2.4GHz password is the same as your Host password.
Extended 5GHz SSID:
The extended 5GHz password is the same as your Host password.
Verify your wireless settings and click Save.
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Your network name
Hide SSID broadcast
Your network name_5G
Hide SSID broadcast
Wireless Settings
Copy Host SSID
Copy Host SSID
Corresponding LEDs (2.4GHz/ 5GHz)
should turn on and stay solid.
Extended Network
Summary
Back Next
Wait until the LED is lit and solid blue. If not, relocate it
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closer to the router to achieve better signal quality.
Both extended networks share the same Wi-Fi passwords as those of your host networks,
Enjoy!
but may have different wireless network names if you have customized them during the configuration.
Ideal extender Placement
Blue
Ideal location
Red
Too far away
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Option TWO
Smart TV
Game Console
Desktop
Router
Using WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup)
WPS is an easier way to extend your host network. You are recommended to use this method if your host router has a WPS button.
The button might look like one of these: . Otherwise, please refer to Option ONE.
Power On Connect
Plug the extender into an electrical outlet
near your router, and wait until the POWER
LED is lit and solid blue.
Relocate
Press the WPS button on your router, and then press the button on the extender within 2 minutes.
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The LED should change
from blinking to a solid state,
indicating a successful WPS
Press
WPS
If you are connecting the extender to a dual-band router but only or LED is on, repeat Step 1
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to connect the other band.
For more information about using WPS on your router, please refer to the router manufacturer's user guide.
Some ISP gateways disable the WPS function by default. If the WPS method fails, please refer to Option ONE.
connection.
If not, please use Option ONE.
Plug the extender into an electrical outlet about halfway
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between your router and the Wi-Fi dead zone. The location
Host Network
you choose must be within the range of your host network.
Wait until the LED is lit and solid blue. If not, relocate it
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Host Network
closer to the router to achieve better signal quality.
Enjoy!
Both extended networks share the same SSIDs (network names) and passwords as those of your host networks.
Entertainment Adapter
TP-LINK Tether App
Ideal extender Placement
Blue
Ideal location
Red
Too far away
Extended Network
The extender can be used as a wireless adapter to connect any Ethernet-only
device such as a Blu-ray player, game console, DVR, or smart TV to your
Wi-Fi network.
First, connect the extender to your router using Option ONE or Option TWO.
Then connect the extender to your Ethernet-only device via an Ethernet cable.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1. What should I do if I cannot access the extender’s web management page?
A1. If your computer is wirelessly connected, make sure that you have connected to the extender’s SSID.
If your computer is connected via an Ethernet cable, please make sure that the connection is stable.
A2. Make sure your computer is set to obtain an IP address and DNS server address automatically.
A3. Verify that http://tplinkrepeater.net is correctly entered in the web browser and press Enter.
Tether provides a simple, intuitive way to access and manage your extender with
your iOS or Android devices.
Modify current settingsSetup the extender
Tether
1. Download the Tether app from the App Store or Google Play.
How to
begin?
Q3. What should I do if the LED does not change to solid after completing
A1. You may have entered the incorrect Wi-Fi password of your host network during the configuration.
A2. If the LED still doesn’t change to solid, please reset the extender and go through the configuration
2. Ensure your device is wirelessly connected to the extender or
to the host router.
3. Launch the app and start managing your extended network.
Option ONE?
Please log into the extender's web management page to check the password and try again.
again.
Block unwelcome devicesTurn on/off LED
Scan to download
Q2. What should I do when the LED is on, but only one band is connected?
A. It depends on your router’s capabilities. If you are connecting to a dual-band router but only
2.4GHz or 5GHz LED is on, press the WPS button on the router and on the extender again to
connect the other band.
Q4. How do I restore the extender to its factory default settings?
A. With the extender powered on, use a pin to press and hold the Reset button until all the LEDs turn on
momentarily, and then release the button.
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