TP Link Technologies RE205 AC750 Wi-Fi Range Extender User Manual Rev 1
TP-Link Technologies Co., Ltd. AC750 Wi-Fi Range Extender Rev 1
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REV1.0.0 1910012139
AC750 Wi-Fi Range Extender
RE205
User Guide
Contents
About This Guide .........................................................................................................1
Chapter 1. Get to Know About Your Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
1. 1. Product Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1. 2. Appearance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1. 2. 1. LED Explanation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
1. 2. 2. Port and Button Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Chapter 2. Set Up Internet Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
2. 1. Quick Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2. 1. 1. Method One: Via the WPS Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2. 1. 2. Method Two: Via a Web Browser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2. 1. 3. Method Three: Via the TP-Link Tether App . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
2. 2. Position Your Extender. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Chapter 3. Customize Your Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
3. 1. Check Internet Status. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
3. 2. Configure Wireless Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
3. 3. Change LAN Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
3. 4. Specify DHCP Server Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
3. 5. Adjust Wi-Fi Coverage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
3. 6. Set Access Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Chapter 4. More Features of Your Extender. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
4. 1. Use Your Extender as a Wireless Adapter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
4. 2. Transform Your Existing Wired Network to a Wireless One . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
4. 2. 1. To Set Up the Extender as an Access Point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
4. 2. 2. To Connect Your Wireless Devices to the Extender via WPS. . . . . . . . . . . 24
Chapter 5. Manage Your Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
5. 1. Set Up System Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
5. 2. Control LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
5. 3. Power Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
5. 4. Upgrade the Firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
5. 5. Backup and Restore Configuration Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
5. 6. Change Login Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
5. 7. System Log. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
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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.
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:
Convention Description
Underline Underlined words or phrases are hyperlinks. You can click to redirect to a
website or a specific section.
Teal 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.
Note: Ignoring this type of note might result in a malfunction or damage to the device.
Tips: 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.
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
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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 RE/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
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1. 2. 1. LED Explanation
You can check the extender’s working status by following the LED Explanation table.
Name Status Indication
Power
On The extender is on.
Flashing The extender is starting up.
Off The extender is off.
Signal
Solid Blue The extender is connected to your router’s wireless network
and is in a suitable location.
Solid Red The extender is experiencing poor signal strength. Try
relocating it closer to your router.
Flashing The extender is connecting to the router.
Off No active connection.
2.4GHz
On The extender is connected to the 2.4GHz wireless network of
your host router.
Off The extender isn’t connected to the 2.4GHz wireless network
of your host router.
5GHz
On The extender is connected to the 5GHz wireless network of
your host router.
Off The extender isn’t connected to the 5GHz wireless network of
your host router.
1. 2. 2. Port and Button Description
Ports or Buttons Description
WPS Button
Press the WPS button on your host router, and immediately press the WPS
button on the extender. The Signal LED of the extender should change to solid
blue, indicating successful WPS connection.
Reset Button (Hole) Use a pin to press the Reset button to reset the extender.
Ethernet Port Connect your Ethernet-only device to the Ethernet port of the extender to join
the Wi-Fi network.
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
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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 the WPS button, via a web
browser or via the TP-Link Tether app. Using the WPS button is the easiest way to
extend your host network. We recommend you to use this way if your router has a WPS
button. The button might look like one of these: .
2. 1. 1. Method One: Via the WPS Button
1. Press the WPS button on your host router, and then press the WPS button on the
extender within 2 minutes.
Tips:
• Some ISP gateways disable the WPS function by default. If the WPS connection fails, please refer to Method Two:
Via a Web Browser.
• 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. If it’s not, please refer to Method Two: Via a Web Browser .
3. If you are connecting the extender 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.
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4. 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.
Tips:
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. 1. 2. Method Two: Via a Web Browser
1. Connect your computer to the extender's wireless network.
Tips: Before connecting, please find the SSID (network name) on the label of the extender.
• 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.
C
onnections are available
Wireless Network
C
onnection
TP-Link_Extender_2.4GHz
TP-Link_Extender_5GHz
Connect automatically 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.
Wi-Fi: On
Tu rn Wi-Fi O
TP-Link_Extender_5GHz
Join Other Network...
Create Network...
Open Network Preferences...
TP-Link_Extender_2.4GHz
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 login attempts, and
click Start.
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Tips: 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.
3 ) Select your host router’s 5GHz SSID (network name), enter its password (NOT
the password you just created for management), and click Next.
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Tips: If your host router does not support 5GHz wireless network, please click Skip to continue.
4 ) Either keep the default SSIDs (network names) or customize them for the
extended networks, and then click Next.
5 ) Verify your wireless settings and click Save. The corresponding LED(s)(2.4GHz
or 5GHz) should turn solid on.
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6 ) 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.
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Tips:
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. 3. Method Three: 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.
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi
TP-Link_Extender_2.4GHz
TP-Link_Extender_5GHz
CHOOSE A NETWORK...
Other...
< Settings
3. Launch Tether and select your extender from the Local Device list.
4. Create a password for future logins and click Create.
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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.
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.
Router Clients
Extended Network
Host Network
Red: Too far away
Blue: Good location
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.
Chapter 3
Customize Your Network
This chapter guides you on how to configure network settings that are available
for this extender.
It contains the following sections:
• Check Internet Status
• Configure Wireless Network
• Change LAN Settings
• Specify DHCP Server Settings
• Adjust Wi-Fi Coverage
• Set Access Control
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3. 1. Check Internet Status
You can view the internet status of your extender to check whether you have successfully
set up the extended network(s).
1. Visit http://tplinkrepeater.net, and log in with the password you set for the extender.
2. Go to Settings > Status to view the internet status of your extender.
• The extender runs normally.
• The extender fails to connect to the host networks. Please go to Settings >
Wireless > Connect to Network to check the passwords of the host networks.
If the problem still exists, please refer to the FAQ section.
• The extender is connected to the host networks, but is not transmitting data.
Please check the internet connection of your router.
• The extender is connected to the router abnormally. Please go to Settings >
Network and try setting your extender to obtain an IP address automatically.
Click the icon of the Internet/Router/Range Extender/Clients to view corresponding
information.
3. 2. Configure Wireless Network
If you want to extend another host network after Quick Setup, you can refer to this
section. Moreover, you can change the wireless settings for your extended networks.
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Visit http://tplinkrepeater.net, and log in with the password you set for the extender.
Note:
Here we take the configuration of the 2.4GHz network as an example. If the 5GHz network is available on your extender,
please refer to the instructions to set your 5GHz network.
¾To extend another host network:
1. Go to Settings > Wireless > Connect to Network.
2. Enable Connect to 2.4GHz Network and click Wireless Scanner to find all available
networks.
3. Select the 2.4GHz host network you want to extend.
Note:
If the network you want to extend is on but not listed, please try the following steps.
· Move the extender closer to your router, and click Rescan in the top-right corner of the list.
· You can manually enter the SSID (network name) and password of the network you want to extend, and click Save.
4. Once a host network is selected, the SSID and security type will be automatically
filled in. If the selected network is encrypted, enter the password in the Password
field.
5. Click Save.
¾To enable or disable the extended network:
1. Go to Settings > Wireless > Extended Network.
2. Extended networks are enabled by default. If you want to disable the wireless function
of a certain band, just clear the Enable checkbox. In this case, all the wireless settings
of this band will be invalid.
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3. Click Save.
¾To change the wireless network name (SSID):
1. Go to Settings > Wireless > Extended Network.
2. Create a new SSID in Extended 2.4GHz SSID or click Copy Host SSID. The value is
case-sensitive.
3. Click Save.
Note:
If you have changed the wireless settings via a wireless device, you will be disconnected after the settings are applied.
Please write down the new SSID for future use.
¾To hide the SSID of the extended network:
1. Go to Settings > Wireless > Extended Network.
2. Select Hide SSID broadcast, and the corresponding SSID will not be displayed when
wireless devices scan for local wireless networks. Devices must join the network
manually in order to connect.
3. Click Save.
3. 3. Change LAN Settings
The extender is preset with a default LAN IP 192.168.0.254, with which you can log in to
the web management page. The LAN IP address, together with the Subnet Mask, also
defines the subnet that the connected devices are on. If the IP address conflicts with
another device on your local network or your network requires a specific IP subnet, you
can change it.
1. Visit http://tplinkrepeater.net, and log in with the password you set for the extender.
2. Go to Settings > Network.
3. Select Use the following IP address.
4. Enter a new IP Address as needed and leave the Subnet Mask as the default settings
and enter the gateway that is in the same subnet as the IP address. The gateway is
usually the LAN IP address of your extender.
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5. Click Save.
3. 4. Specify DHCP Server Settings
By default, the DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) Server is enabled and the
extender acts as a DHCP server; it dynamically assigns TCP/IP parameters to client
devices from the IP Address Pool. You can change the settings of the DHCP Server if
necessary.
1. Visit http://tplinkrepeater.net, and log in with the password you set for the extender.
2. Go to Settings > Network.
¾To specify the IP address that the extender assigns:
1. Select Auto (recommended) or On to enable the DHCP Server.
2. Enter the starting and ending IP addresses in the IP Address Pool.
3. Enter other parameters if the ISP requires them. The Default Gateway is automatically
filled in and is the same as the LAN IP address of the extender.
4. Click Save.
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¾To view the DHCP Client List:
You can view the information of the DHCP clients connected to the extender in the
DHCP Client List.
3. 5. Adjust Wi-Fi Coverage
You can set the extender’s Wi-Fi coverage depending on how large you want your Wi-Fi
area to be.
1. Visit http://tplinkrepeater.net and log in with the password you set for the extender.
2. Go to Settings > Advanced Settings > Wi-Fi Coverage.
3. Select Min, Mid or Max to adjust your Wi-Fi coverage of the extender.
4. Click Save.
3. 6. Set Access Control
Access Control allows you to permit or block specific devices from accessing the
internet for a specific period.
1. Visit http://tplinkrepeater.net and log in with the password you set for the extender.
2. Go to Settings > Advanced Settings > Access Control.
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3. Enable Access Control.
¾To block specific device(s):
Note:
Devices connected to the extender via an Ethernet cable cannot be blocked.
1. Select Blacklist and click Save.
2. Select the device to be blocked in the Online Devices table by ticking the
corresponding checkbox.
3. Click Block and the selected device(s) will be added to the Devices in Blacklist table.
4. Click in the Devices in Blacklist table to set the Effective Time for a certain entry
as needed.
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5. Click OK.
¾To permit specific device(s):
1. Select Whitelist and click Save.
2. Click Add in the Devices in Whitelist table. Enter the Device Name and MAC Address.
And you can set the Effective Time for a certain entry as needed.
3. Click OK.
Chapter 4
More Features of Your
Extender
This chapter explains how to use the extender as a wireless adapter and as an access
point .
It contains the following sections:
• Use Your Extender as a Wireless Adapter
• Transform Your Existing Wired Network to a Wireless One
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4. 1. Use Your Extender as a Wireless Adapter
The extender can be used as a wireless adapter to connect any wired-only device, such
as a Blu-ray player, game console, DVR, or smart TV, to your wireless network.
After configuration, you can connect an Ethernet-enabled device to the extender via an
Ethernet cable.
Note:
Extenders that have no Ethernet port do not support this feature.
Smart TV Game Console
Ethernet Connection
Desktop Router
By default, the Ethernet port of the extender is connected to the 5GHz wireless netwok.
¾To change the connected wireless frequency:
1. Visit http://tplinkrepeater.net, and log in with the password you set for the extender.
2. Go to Settings > Network.
3. Select 2.4GHz or 5GHz and click Save.
4. 2. Transform Your Existing Wired Network to a
Wireless One
The extender can work as an access point, transforming your existing wired network to
a wireless one.
4. 2. 1. To Set Up the Extender as an Access Point
1. Visit http://tplinkrepeater.net, and log in with the password you set for the extender.
2. Click Mode in the top right corner of the page. Select Access Point and click Save.
The extender will reboot and switch to Access Point mode.
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3. After rebooting, connect the extender to your modem or wired router via an Ethernet
cable.
4. Visit http://tplinkrepeater.net, and log in with the password you set for the extender.
5. Go to Quick Setup to configure your extender.
1 ) Configure your wireless settings and click Next.
2 ) Confirm the information and click Finish. Now, you can enjoy Wi-Fi.
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4. 2. 2. To Connect Your Wireless Devices to the Extender via WPS
Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) provides an easier way to set up a secure Wi-Fi connection.
Wireless devices that support WPS, including Android phones, tablets, and most USB
network cards, can be connected to your extender through this method (not supported
by iOS devices).
1. Visit http://tplinkrepeater.net, and log in with the password you set for the extender.
2. Go to Settings > Wireless > WPS.
3. Enable WPS.
4. Connect via WPS:
• AP’s PIN: Enable AP’s PIN and enter the PIN on your device. You can click
Generate to get a new PIN or click Default to restore the PIN to its factory one.
• Push Button (Recommended): Click Connect and push the WPS button on the
client device.
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• PIN code: Enter the client’s PIN, and click Connect.
Chapter 5
Manage Your Extender
This chapter presents how to manage and maintain your extender.
It includes the following sections:
• Set Up System Time
• Control LEDs
• Power Schedule
• Upgrade the Firmware
• Backup and Restore Configuration Settings
• Change Login Password
• System Log
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5. 1. Set Up System Time
The System Time of the extender will be used for time-based function such as the
Power Schedule function. If you have enabled the Daylight Saving Time feature, the
system time will be sychronized with the daylight saving time you configure.
1. Visit http://tplinkrepeater.net, and log in with the password you set for the extender.
2. Go to Settings > System Tools > Time Settings.
¾To get system time:
1. Select your local Time Zone from the drop-down list.
2. Click Save.
¾To set up Daylight Saving Time:
1. Select Enable Daylight Saving Time.
2. Select the Start and End date and time of the daylight saving time at your local time
zone.
3. Click Save.
5. 2. Control LEDs
The LEDs of the extender indicate its activities and status. You can enable the Night
Mode feature to specify a time period during which the LEDs are off.
1. Visit http://tplinkrepeater.net, and log in with the password you set for the extender.
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2. Go to Settings > System Tools > LED Control.
¾To specify a time period when LEDs are off:
1. Select Night Mode.
2. Specify a time period in the LED Off Time field , and the LEDs will be off during this
period.
3. Click Save.
5. 3. Power Schedule
The Power Schdule feature allows you to specify a time period during which the
extender is off.
1. Visit http://tplinkrepeater.net, and log in with the password you set for the extender.
2. Go to Settings > Advanced Settings > Power Schedule.
¾To specify a time period when the extender is off:
1. Select Enable Power Schedule.
2. Specify a time period in the Power-Off Time field and repetitive days in the Day(s)
field, and the extender will be off during this period.
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3. Click Save.
5. 4. Upgrade the Firmware
TP-Link is committed to improving product features, giving you a better network
experience. You can upgrade the firmware online or download the latest firmware file
from the Support page at our website www.tp-link.com and upgrade the extender to
the latest firmware version.
Note:
• Make sure the latest firmware file is matched with the hardware version (as shown in the download
section of the Support page).
• Make sure that you have a stable connection between the extender and your computer. It is NOT
recommended to upgrade the firmware wirelessly.
• Backup your extender configuration.
• Do NOT power off the extender during the firmware upgrade.
¾To upgrade the firmware online:
1. Visit http://tplinkrepeater.net, and log in with the password you set for the extender.
2. Go to Settings > System Tools > Firmware Upgrade, and click Check for upgrade to
see whether a new firmware is released.
3. Focus on the Online Upgrade section, and click Upgrade.
4. Wait a few minutes for the firmware upgrade to complete and the extender to reboot.
¾To upgrade the firmware locally:
1. Download the latest firmware file for the extender from our website
www.tp-link.com.
2. Visit http://tplinkrepeater.net, and log in with the password you set for the extender.
3. Go to Settings > System Tools > Firmware Upgrade.
4. Click Browse to locate the downloaded new firmware file, and then click Upgrade.
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5. Wait a few minutes for the firmware upgrade to complete and the extender to reboot.
5. 5. Backup and Restore Configuration Settings
The configuration settings are stored as a configuration file in the extender. You can
backup the configuration file and restore the extender to the previous settings from the
backup file when needed. Moreover, if necessary, you can erase the current settings
and reset the extender to the default factory settings.
1. Visit http://tplinkrepeater.net, and log in with the password you set for the extender.
2. Go to Settings > System Tools > Backup & Restore.
¾To backup configuration settings:
Click Backup to save a copy of the current settings to your local computer. A ‘.bin’ file of
the current settings will be stored on your computer.
¾To restore configuration settings:
1. Click Browse to locate the backup configuration file stored on your computer, and
click Restore.
2. Wait a few minutes for the restore and reboot.
Note: During the restore process, do not power off or reset the extender.
¾To reset the extender to factory default settings:
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1. Click Factory Restore to reset the extender.
2. Wait a few minutes for the reset and reboot.
Note:
1. During the reset process, do not power off or reset the extender.
2. We strongly recommend you backup the current configuration settings before resetting the extender.
5. 6. Change Login Password
The account management feature allows you to change your login username and
password of the web management webpage.
1. Visit http://tplinkrepeater.net, and log in with the password you set for the extender.
2. Go to Settings > System Tools > Admin Account.
3. Enter the old password. Then enter the new password twice (case-sensitive) and
click Save.
4. Use the new password for future logins.
5. 7. System Log
If the extender is not working properly, you can save the system log and send it to our
technical support team.
1. Visit http://tplinkrepeater.net, and log in with the password you set for the extender.
2. Go to Settings > System Tools > System Log.
¾To save the system log locally:
1. Choose the type and level of the system log as needed.
2. Click Save Log to save the system logs to a local disk.
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FAQ
Q1. How to reset the extender to its factory default settings?
• With the extender powered on, use a pin to press the RESET button. The LEDs should
turn on momentarily and then release the button.
• Log in to the extender’s web management page. Go to System Tools > Restore &
Backup and click Factory Restore.
Q2. What should I do if I forget my login password?
Refer to FAQ > Q1 to reset the extender, and then visit http://tplinkrepeater.net to create
a new login password.
Note: The extender must be reconfigured after a reset to access the internet. Please note down your login password
for future logins.
Q3. What should I do if I forget my wireless password?
In Range Extender mode, the extender shares the same wireless passwords as those
of your host networks.
In Access Point mode, please connect your computer to the extender using an Ethernet
cable and follow the steps below:
1. Visit http://tplinkrepeater.net, and log in with the password you set for the extender.
2. Go to Settings > Wireless > Wireless Settings to retrieve or reset your wireless
password.
Q4. What should I do if I can’t access the web management page?
This can happen for a variety of reasons. Please try the methods below to log in again.
• 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.
• Make sure your computer is configured as Obtain an IP address automatically and
Obtain DNS server address automatically.
• Verify that http://tplinkrepeater.net or http://192.168.0.254 is correctly entered in the
web browser and press Enter.
• Use the IP address to access the extender. The default IP is 192.168.0.254. If the
extender is connected to the router, you should go to your router’s DHCP client list to
obtain the extender’s current IP address.
• Reset the extender and try again.
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Q5. I have enabled wireless MAC filter, wireless access control, or access
control list (ACL) on my router. What should I do before configuring
the extender?
When a device connects through the extender to your router, the MAC address of the
device shown on the router is translated to another MAC address. If your router’s MAC
filter, wireless access control, or ACL is enabled, the devices connected to the extender
cannot get an IP address from the extender and cannot access the Internet.
To solve this problem, please follow the steps below:
1. Log in to your router and disable the MAC filter, wireless access control or ACL.
Note: For more information about how to disable your router’s MAC filter, wireless access control or ACL, please refer
to your router’s user guide.
2. Power on your extender, and run the Quick Setup to configure your extender.
3. Connect all of your devices to the extended network, and make sure the router’s Link
LED remains lit.
4. On your router, add all the Online Devices’ MAC addresses to your router’s MAC filter
table.
5. Enable the router’s MAC filter, wireless access control, or ACL to complete the
configuration.
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No part of the specifications may be reproduced in any form or by any means or used
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This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If
this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver
is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV technician for help.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
1）This device may not cause harmful interference.
2）This device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Note: The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by
unauthorized modifications to this equipment. Such modifications could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.
FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. This device and its antenna must not be co-located or operating in conjunction
with any other antenna or transmitter.
“To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, this grant is applicable to only
Mobile Configurations. The antennas used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a
separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or
operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.”
This is a class B product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio
interference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
OPERATING FREQUENCY(the maximum transmitted power)
2412MHz—2472MHz(20dBm)
5180MHz—5240MHz(23dBm)
5260MHz—5320MHz(23dBm)
5500MHz—5700MHz(30dBm)
EU declaration of conformity
TP-Link hereby declares that the device is in compliance with the essential requirements and
other relevant provisions of directives 2014/53/EU, 2009/125/EC and 2011/65/EU.
The original EU declaration of conformity may be found at http://www.tp-link.com/en/ce
RF Exposure Information
This device meets the EU requirements (2014/53/EU Article 3.1a) on the limitation of
exposure of the general public to electromagnetic fields by way of health protection.
The device complies with RF specifications when the device used at 20 cm from your body.
National restrictions
Restricted to indoor use.
Canadian Compliance Statement
This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSSs. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
1）This device may not cause interference, and
2）This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause
undesired operation of the device.
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils
radio exempts de licence. L’exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes :
1）l’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage;
2）l’utilisateur de l’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, meme si le
brouillage est susceptible d’en compromettre le fonctionnement.
Caution:
1）The device for operation in the band 5150–5250 MHz is only for indoor use to reduce the
potential for harmful interference to co-channel mobile satellite systems;
2）For devices with detachable antenna(s), the maximum antenna gain permitted for
devices in the band 5725-5850 MHz shall be such that the equipment still complies with the
e.i.r.p. limits specified for point-to-point and non-point-to-point operation as appropriate
Avertissement:
1）Le dispositif fonctionnant dans la bande 5150-5250 MHz est réservé uniquement pour
une utilisation à l’intérieur afin de réduire les risques de brouillage préjudiciable aux systèmes
de satellites mobiles utilisant les mêmes canaux;
2）Le gain maximal d'antenne permis pour les dispositifs avec antenne(s) amovible(s)
utilisant la bande 5725-5850 MHz doit se conformer à la limitation P.I.R.E spécifiée pour
l’exploitation point à point et non point à point, selon le cas.
Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm
between the radiator & your body.
Déclaration d'exposition aux radiations:
Cet équipement est conforme aux limites d'exposition aux rayonnements IC établies pour un
environnement non contrôlé. Cet équipement doit être installé et utilisé avec un minimum de
20 cm de distance entre la source de rayonnement et votre corps.
Industry Canada Statement
CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B)
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актами України.
Safety Information
Keep the device away from water, fire, humidity or hot environments.
Do not attempt to disassemble, repair, or modify the device.
Do not use damaged charger or USB cable to charge the device.
Do not use the device where wireless devices are not allowed.
The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily
accessible.
For passthrough devices, plug the power strips into the integrated electrical
sockets of the devices, but devices of the same or another type not be stacked in
normal use.
For EU/EFTA, this product can be used in the following countries:
Explanation of the symbols on the product label
Symbol
Explanation
Class II equipment
AC voltage
Indoor use only
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This product bears the selective sorting symbol for Waste electrical and electronic
equipment (WEEE). This means that this product must be handled pursuant to
European directive 2012/19/EU in order to be recycled or dismantled to minimize
its impact on the environment.
User has the choice to give his product to a competent recycling organization or to the
retailer when he buys a new electrical or electronic equipment.
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