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19100112 RE
Easy Wi-Fi Extension
Flexible Placement
300Mbps Wi-Fi Range Extender with AC Passthrough
TL-WA860RE
1910011428 REV 2.0.0
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Appearance ....................................................................... |
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LED Explanation ...................................................................... |
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Button and Port Explanation .................................................... |
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Positioning the Extender .......................................................... |
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Connect the Extender to the Internet................................. |
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Before You Begin..................................................................... |
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Quick Setup.............................................................................. |
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Option One: Using WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) ............... |
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Option Two: Using Web Browser ......................................... |
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Using the extender as an USB Adapter................................... |
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Using the extender as an AP ................................................... |
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Set the extender as an AP ................................................... |
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Connect your devices to the AP by WPS........................... |
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View the Information of the Extender .............................. |
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Current Status of the Extender .............................................. |
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Information about the Host Network, the Extender and the |
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Clients .................................................................................... |
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Manage the Extended Network and Security Settings .... |
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Extend another Network ........................................................ |
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Customize the Extended SSID .............................................. |
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Secure the Extended Network ............................................... |
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Change your Admin Account ............................................. |
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Block / Allow Network Access from Specific Clients.......... |
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Change Wi-Fi Coverage ......................................................... |
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Change the Extender’s IP Address ........................................ |
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DHCP Server .......................................................................... |
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Set the DHCP Server.......................................................... |
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DHCP Client List ................................................................. |
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Manage the Extender ..................................................... |
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Power Schedule...................................................................... |
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Time Settings.......................................................................... |
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Daylight Saving Time.............................................................. |
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LED Control ............................................................................ |
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Firmware Upgrade .................................................................. |
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Backup & Restore................................................................... |
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Backup Configurations........................................................ |
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Restore configurations ........................................................ |
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Factory Default Restore.......................................................... |
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System Log............................................................................. |
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Reboot .................................................................................... |
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Logout ..................................................................................... |
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Appendix......................................................................... |
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Factory Default Settings ......................................................... |
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Troubleshooting ...................................................................... |
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Specifications.......................................................................... |
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Glossary.................................................................................. |
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1 Appearance
This chapter covers the following topics:
LED Explanation
Button and Port Explanation
Positioning the Extender
Note: In this User Guide, we take TL-WA860RE (European Version) for example. Image may differ from actual products.
ON/OFF
WPS
RESET
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The extender is connected to the router, and is in a good |
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The extender is connected to the router, but is too far |
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No active connection. |
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WPS connection is in progress. |
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No active connection. |
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The extender is on. |
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Power Blinking |
The extender is booting. |
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Off |
The extender is off. |
Button and Port Explanation
ON/OFF Button: This button is used to turn on/off the extender.
WPS Button: If your Wireless router supports WPS function, you can press
the WPS button and then press the RE button of the extender to establish a secure connection between the wireless router and the extender.
RESET: This button is used to restore the extender’s factory default settings. There are two ways to reset the extender:
Option One: With the extender powered on, press the RESET button, the LED should turn off momentarily, then wait the extender to reboot to its factory default settings.
Option Two: Log in to the extender’s web management page, then go to
System Tools > Backup & Restore page and click Factory Restore.
Ethernet Port: One 10/100Mbps RJ45 Ethernet ports used to add wireless connectivity to an Ethernet-enabled device such as Internet TV, DVR,
Gaming console and so on. Please note that this port is not allowed to be connected with router.
Positioning the Extender
For safety consideration, we suggest you plug the extender right way up or upside down, as the pictures shown below.
Right way up |
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Appearance 2
2Connect the Extender to the Internet
This chapter covers the following topics:
Before You Begin
Quick Setup
Using the extender as an USB Adapter
Using the extender as an AP
Before You Begin
Please read this chapter carefully before using the device. The operating distance range of your wireless connection can vary significantly depending on the physical position of the wireless devices. Factors that can weaken signals by getting in the way of your network’s radio waves are metal appliances or obstructions, and walls. Typical ranges vary based on the types of materials and background RF (radio frequency) noise in your home or office.
In order to optimize the performance of the extender, please follow the instructions below to achieve an ideal location (please make sure it is always within the wireless coverage of the wireless router).
●Half-way Between - Generally, the ideal location for the extender is halfway between the wireless router and Wi-Fi dead zone. If the wireless signal is not satisfactory, you may place the extender somewhat nearer to the wireless router.
●No Obstacles and Spacious - Clear obstacles in the way between the extender and the wireless router. It’s better to locate it in a spacious place.
●No Interference - Choose a location away from Bluetooth devices and other household electronics, such as cordless phone, microwave, and baby monitor, etc., to minimize signal interference.
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Basic Requirements
Place your extender in a well-ventilated place far from direct sunlight, any heater or heating vent.
Leave at least 2 inches (5cm) space around the device for heat dissipation.
Unplug your extender in a lighting storm to avoid damage.
Use Web browser, such as Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0 or above, Netscape Navigator 6.0 or above.
Operating temperature of the extender should be 0 ~40 (32 ~104 ).
Operating humidity of the extender should be 10%~90%RH (Noncondensing).
Quick Setup
Option One: Using WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup)
Your router should support WPS. Otherwise, please use Option Two: Using Web Browser.
1 Power On
Plug in next to your router.
2Connect
1)Press the WPS button on your router.
For more information about using WPS on your router, please refer to the router manufacturer's user guide.
2)Immediately press the WPS button on your extender. The LED starts
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blinking.
If the LED does not turn solid green (or orange), please use Option Two: Using Web Browser.
Some ISP gateways disable the WPS function by default, if the WPS connection fails, please use Option Two: Using Web Browser.
3Relocate
1)Plug the extender into an electrical outlet about halfway between your router (Host Network) and the Wi-Fi dead zone.
2)Wait about 1 minute until the LED is lit with a solid green. If not, relocate it closer to the router to achieve a good (or better) signal quality.
Enjoy!
The extender shares the same wireless network name (SSID) and wireless password as your router.
Option Two: Using Web Browser
1 Power On
Plug in next to your router.
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● For Mac OS X Users
1) Diconnect the Ethernet (wired) connection 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 (e.g. TPLINK_Extender_XXXXXX).
2Connect to the Extender
●For Windows Users
1)Unplug the Ethernet cable from your computer (if any).
2)Click the Wireless Network Connection icon on the taskbar
3)Click the refresh icon and connect to the extender's network (e.g. TP-LINK_Extender_XXXXXX).
3 Configure
1)Launch a web browser on your computer and type http://tplinkrepeater.net into the URL field, and use admin (all lowercase) for both username and password to log in.
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2)Create a new username and password to log in the web management page, then click Confirm.
3)Select your router's 2.4GHz host network and enter the password, then click Next.
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4)Either copy the host’s SSID or customize it for the extended 2.4GHz network, then click Next.
5)Verify your wireless settings and click Save.
4Relocate
1)Plug the extender into an electrical outlet about halfway between your router (Host Network) and the Wi-Fi dead zone.
2)Wait about 1 minute until the signal LED is lit with a solid green. If not, relocate the extender closer to the router to achieve a good (or better) signal quality.
Enjoy!
The extended network shares the same Wi-Fi password as your host network, but may have different wireless network name if you customize the name during the configuration.
Using the extender as an USB Adapter
The extender can be used as a wireless adapter to connect any Ethernetenabled device, such as a Blu-ray player, game console, DVR, or smart TV, to your wireless network.
After the extender connected to the Internet, you can connect an Ethernet-only device to the extender using an Ethernet cable.
Using the extender as an AP
The extender can be used as an access point, thus to transform your existing wired network to a wireless network.
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Set the extender as an AP
1 Connect the extender to your router
Power on the extender, and connect it to your router’s Ethernet port with an Ethernet cable.
2Set the extender to AP mode
1)Connect your computer to your extender’s wireless network.
2)Launch a web browser and log into http://tplinkrepeater.net, click Mode in the top right corner, select Access Point and click Save. The extender will switch to AP mode and reboot automatically.
3 Change the SSID and Password (Optional)
Go to Settings > Wireless > Wireless Settings page, configure the extender as the picture shows below, and click Save.
Network Name (SSID): Set a SSID for your AP’s wireless network.
Security: Select the security type. WPA/WPA2 - Personal is recommended.
If WPA/WPA2 – Personal is selected,
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