TP Link Technologies RE380D AC1200 Wi-Fi Range Extender User Manual
TP-Link Technologies Co., Ltd. AC1200 Wi-Fi Range Extender
Contents
- 1. User Manual
- 2. Users Manual
User Manual
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FCC STATEMENT
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:
This device may not cause harmful interference.
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.”
The device operates in 5.15 ~ 5.25GHz frequency range. It is restricted in
indoor environment only. This device meets all the other requirements
specified in Part 15E, Section 15.407 of the FCC Rules.
CE Mark Warning
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.
RF Exposure Information
This device meets the EU requirements (1999/519/EC) 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
This device is intended for home and office use in all EU countries (and
other countries following the EU directive 1999/5/EC) without any limitation
except for the countries mentioned below:
Country
Restriction
Reason/remark
Belarus
Not
implemented
Norway
Implemented
This subsection does not apply for the
geographical area within a radius of 20 km
from the centre of Ny-Ålesund on Svalbard.
Italy
Implemented
The public use is subject to general
authorisation by the respective service
provider.
Russian
Federation
Limited
implementation
1. SRD with FHSS modulation
1.1. Maximum 2.5 mW e.i.r.p.
1.2. Maximum 100 mW e.i.r.p. Permitted for
use SRD for outdoor applications without
restriction on installation height only for
purposes of gathering telemetry information
for automated monitoring and resources
accounting systems. Permitted to use SRD for
other purposes for outdoor applications only
when the installation height is not exceeding
10 m above the ground surface.
1.3.Maximum 100 mW e.i.r.p. Indoor
applications.
2. SRD with DSSS and other than FHSS
wideband modulation
2.1. Maximum mean e.i.r.p. density is 2
mW/MHz. Maximum 100 mW e.i.r.p.
2.2. Maximum mean e.i.r.p. density is 20
mW/MHz. Maximum 100 mW e.i.r.p. It is
permitted to use SRD for outdoor applications
only for purposes of gathering telemetry
information for automated monitoring and
resources accounting systems or security
systems.
2.3. Maximum mean e.i.r.p. density is 10
mW/MHz. Maximum 100 mW e.i.r.p. Indoor
applications.
Ukraine
Limited
implementation
e.i.r.p. ≤100 mW with built-in antenna with
amplification factor up to 6 dBi
ATTENTION: Due to EU law, the country settings must be identical to the
country where the device is operating (important due to non-harmonised
frequencies in the EU).
Restricted to indoor use.
Canadian Compliance Statement
This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSSs.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
This device may not cause interference, and
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 :
l'appareil nedoit pas produire de brouillage, et
l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique
subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le
fonctionnement.
Caution
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.
Avertissement
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.
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)
Korea Warning Statements
당해 무선설비는 운용중 전파혼신 가능성이 있음.
NCC Notice & BSMI Notice
注意！
依據 低功率電波輻射性電機管理辦法
第十二條 經型式認證合格之低功率射頻電機，非經許可，公司、商號或使用
者均不得擅自變更頻率、加大功率或變更原設計之特性或功能。
第十四條 低功率射頻電機之使用不得影響飛航安全及干擾合法通行；經發現
有干擾現象時，應立即停用，並改善至無干擾時方得繼續使用。前項合法通
信，指依電信規定作業之無線電信。低功率射頻電機需忍受合法通信或工業、
科學以及醫療用電波輻射性電機設備之干擾。
減少電磁波影響，請妥適使用。
安全諮詢及注意事項
● 請使用原裝電源供應器或只能按照本產品注明的電源類型使用本產品。
● 清潔本產品之前請先拔掉電源線。請勿使用液體、噴霧清潔劑或濕布進行
清潔。
● 注意防潮，請勿將水或其他液體潑灑到本產品上。
● 插槽與開口供通風使用，以確保本產品的操作可靠並防止過熱，請勿堵塞
或覆蓋開口。
● 請勿將本產品置放於靠近熱源的地方。除非有正常的通風，否則不可放在
密閉位置中。
● 請不要私自打開機殼，不要嘗試自行維修本產品，請由授權的專業人士進
行此項工作。
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Safety Information
● When product has power button, the power button is one of the way to
shut off the product; when there is no power button, the only way to
completely shut off power is to disconnect the product or the power
adapter from the power source.
● Don’t disassemble the product, or make repairs yourself. You run the
risk of electric shock and voiding the limited warranty. If you need
service, please contact us.
● Avoid water and wet locations.
● Adapter shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily
accessible.
● The plug considered as disconnect device of adapter.
● Use only power supplies which are provided by manufacturer
and in the original packing of this product.
This product can be used in the following countries:
AT
BG
BY
CA
CZ
DE
DK
EE
ES
FI
FR
GB
GR
HU
IE
IT
LT
LV
MT
NL
NO
PL
PT
RO
RU
SE
SG
SK
TR
UA
US
TP-LINK TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD
TP-LINK TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD.
Building 24 (floors 1, 3, 4, 5), and 28 (floors 1-4) Central Science and Technology Park, Shennan Rd, Nanshan, Shenzhen, China
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
For the following equipment:
Product Description: AC1200 Wi-Fi Range Extender
Model No.: RE380D
Trademark: TP-LINK
We declare under our own responsibility that the above products satisfy all
the technical regulations applicable to the product within the scope of
Council Directives:
Directives 1999/5/EC, Directives 2004/108/EC, Directives 2006/95/EC,
Directives 1999/519/EC, Directives 2011/65/EU
The above product is in conformity with the following standards or other
normative documents
EN 300 328 V1.8.1
EN 301 489-1 V1.9.2 & EN 301 489-17 V2.2.1
EN 55022: 2010 + AC: 2011
EN 55024: 2010
EN 60950-1: 2006 + A11: 2009 + A1: 2010 + A12: 2011 +A2: 2013
EN 50385: 2002
EN 301 893 V1.7.1
The product carries the CE Mark:
Person responsible for marking this declaration:
Yang Hongliang
Product Manager of International Business
Date of issue: 2015-10-11
Appearance ....................................................................... 1
LED Explanation ...................................................................... 1
Button Explanation ................................................................... 2
Positioning the Product ............................................................ 2
Option ONE: Horizontal Installation ..................................... 2
Option TWO: Vertical Installation ......................................... 3
Connect the Extender to the Internet ................................. 4
Before You Begin ..................................................................... 4
Quick Setup .............................................................................. 5
Option ONE: Using Web Browser ........................................ 5
Option TWO: Using WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) .............. 9
Entertainment Adapter ........................................................... 10
View the Information of the Extender .............................. 12
View the Extender’s Current Status ....................................... 12
View the Information about the Host Network, the Extender and
the Clients .............................................................................. 13
Manage the Extended Network and Security Settings .... 14
Extend another Network ........................................................ 14
Change the Extended SSIDs ................................................. 16
Manage the Extender’s Security Settings .............................. 17
Admin Account ................................................................... 17
Access Control to the Extender .......................................... 17
Change the Extender’s IP Address ........................................ 19
DHCP Server .......................................................................... 20
Set the DHCP Server .......................................................... 20
View the DHCP Client List .................................................. 21
Manage the Extender ..................................................... 22
Time Settings .......................................................................... 22
LED Control ............................................................................ 22
Firmware Upgrade .................................................................. 23
Backup & Restore ................................................................... 23
Backup Configurations ........................................................ 23
Restore Configurations ....................................................... 24
Factory Default Restore .......................................................... 24
System Log ............................................................................. 24
Reboot .................................................................................... 25
Logout ..................................................................................... 25
Appendix ......................................................................... 26
Factory Default Settings ......................................................... 26
Troubleshooting ...................................................................... 26
Specifications .......................................................................... 27
Glossary .................................................................................. 28
Contents
Appearance
Appearance
This chapter covers the following topics:
LED Explanation
Button Explanation
Positioning the Product
LED Explanation
Name
Status
Indication
(RE)
Solid blue
The extender has established a secure
connection, and the signal strength is adequate.
Solid orange
The extender has established a secure
connection, but the signal strength is too weak.
Blinking
WPS connection is in process.
Off
No active connection.
(5GHz)/
(2.4GHz)
On
The extender is connected to the 2.4GHz or
5GHz wireless network of your host network.
Off
No connection.
LEDs
Appearance
(Power)
On
The extender is on.
Blinking
The extender is initializing.
Off
The extender is off.
(Ethernet)
On
The Ethernet port is connected.
Off
The Ethernet port is not connected.
Button Explanation
(RE/WPS) Button: If your Wireless router supports WPS or QSS function,
you can press the WPS or QSS button and then press the RE button to
establish a secure connection between the Wireless router and the extender.
Reset Button: 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, use a pin to press the RESET
button until all the LEDs turn on momentarily, then release the button and
wait the extender to reboot to its factory default settings.
Option Two: Restore the default settings from “System Tools > Backup
&Restore” of the extender's Web-based Management page.
LED Button: You can press the LED button to light up or turn off all the LEDs.
After the LEDs are off, the extender can still work normally.
Power Button：You can press the Power button to turn on or off the extender.
Ethernet Port: Five 10/100/1000Mbps 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 Product
Ports
Buttons
Appearance
Find the provided base support, insert its clips into the slots marked with ,
then push it leftwards.
Connect the Extender to the Internet
Connect the Extender
to the Internet
This chapter covers the following topics:
Before You Begin
Quick Setup
Entertainment Adapter
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 half-
way between the Wireless router and Wireless Client. 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 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.
Connect the Extender to the Internet
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.
Turn off your extender and unplug the power adapter 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 (Non-
condensing).
Quick Setup
Option ONE: Using Web Browser
Power On
Plug the extender’s adapter into an electrical outlet near your router, then
turn on the extender and wait until the Power LED is lit and solid blue.
Connect to the Extender
● Via Wireless
1) Disconnect the Ethernet (wired) connection to your computer.
2) Click the Wi-Fi icon on the taskbar and connect to the extender's
network (e.g. TP-LINK_Extender_2.4GHz or _5GHz).
● Via Ethernet Cable
Disconnect the wireless connection to your computer.
Connect the Extender to the Internet
Connect the extender to your computer via an Ethernet cable.
Configure
Launch a web browser and type http://tplinkrepeater.net into the
URL field and use admin (all lowercase) for both Username and
Password to log in.
Create a new username and password to log in the web
management page, then click Confirm.
Select your country/region, then click Next.
Per FCC regulations, all Wi-Fi products marketed in the
U.S. are fixed to the U.S. region.
Connect the Extender to the Internet
Select your router's 2.4GHz host network and enter the password,
then click Next.
Select your router's 5GHz host network and enter the password, then
click Next.
If you want to connect the extender only to the router’s
5GHz wireless network, please click Skip.
If your router does not support 5GHz wireless network,
please click Skip to continue.
Connect the Extender to the Internet
Either keep the same SSIDs as your host network or create new
names for the extended networks, then click Next.
Verify your wireless settings and click Finish. The corresponding
LEDs (2.4GHz and 5GHz) should turn on and stay solid.
Connect the Extender to the Internet
Relocate
1) Plug in the extender about halfway between your router (Host
Network) and the Wi-Fi dead zone.
2) Wait until the LED is lit with a solid blue. If not, relocate the
extender closer to the router to achieve a good (or better) signal
quality.
Enjoy!
Both extended networks share the same Wi-Fi password as your main network,
but may have different wireless network names if you customize the SSIDs
during the configuration.
Option TWO: Using WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup)
Power On
Plug the extender’s adapter into an electrical outlet near your router, then
turn on the extender and wait until the Power LED is lit and solid blue.
Connect
Press the WPS button on your router.
Immediately press the RE button on your extender. The LED
should change from blinking to solid, indicating that WPS connection
is successful.
Your router should support WPS. Otherwise, please use Option
ONE: Using web browser.
For more information about using WPS on your router,
please refer to the router manufacturer's user guide.
Connect the Extender to the Internet
If you are connecting the extender to a dual-band router but only
2.4GHz ( ) or 5GHz ( ) LED is on, repeat step 1) and 2) to connect
the other band.
Relocate
1) Plug the extender into an electrical outlet about halfway between
your router (Host Network) and the Wi-Fi dead zone.
2) Wait until the LED is lit with a solid blue. If not, relocate the
extender 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.
Entertainment Adapter
The extender can be used as a wireless adapter to connect any Ethernet-
enabled device, such as a Blu-ray player, game console, DVR, or smart TV, to
your wireless network.
First, connect the extender to your router using Option ONE or Option TWO,
then you can connect an Ethernet-enabled device to the extender’s Ethernet
port using an Ethernet cable.
By default, the Ethernet ports connect to the 5GHz wireless network. If you want
your Ethernet-enabled device to connect to the 2.4GHz host wireless network
only, please follow the steps below to finish the settings:
Launch a web browser and log into http://tplinkrepeater.net, then go to
Settings > Network page.
If the RE LED does not change from blinking to solid,
please refer to Option ONE: Using Web Browser.
Some ISP gateways disable the WPS function by
default, if the WPS method fails, please refer to Using
your Web Browser.
Connect the Extender to the Internet
Select 2.4GHz as the following figure shows.
Click Save to save the settings.
View the Information of the Extender
View the Information
of the Extender
This chapter covers the following topics:
View the Extender’s Current Status
View the Information about the Host Network, the
Extender and the Clients
View the Extender’s Current
Status
Launch a web browser and log into http://tplinkrepeater.net, then go to
Settings > Status page.
You can view the network connection in the Status webpage.
● The normal status.
● The extender is failed to connect to your router.
● The extender is connected to your router normally, but no transmitting
data. Please check your host network.
● The extender is connected to the router unnormally. Maybe the gateway
is set incorrectly in the Static IP. You can select “Obtain an IP address
automatically” on the “Settigns > Network” page.
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View the Information of the Extender
Instructions for the icons of 2.4GHz/5GHz wireless status:
Icon
Instructions
The wireless is on and encrypted.
The wireless is on and unencrypted.
/
Router：The wireless is off, or the connection is
failed.
Extender：The wireless is off.
/
The icons are selected.
View the Information about the
Host Network, the Extender and
the Clients
Launch a web browser and log into http://tplinkrepeater.net, then go to
Settings > Status page.
Click the icons of your router, the extender and clients. The detailed
informations of the corresponding icon are displayed below.
Manage the Extended Network and Security Settings
Manage the Extended
Network and Security
Settings
This chapter covers the following topics:
Extend another Network
Change the Extended SSIDs
Manage the Extender’s Security Settings
Change the Extender’s IP Address
DHCP Server
Extend another Network
If you want to extend another network, you can refer to the following steps to
finish it quickly.
Launch a web browser and log into http://tplinkrepeater.net, then go to
Settings > Wireless > Connect to Network page.
Enable Connect to 2.4GHz / 5GHz Network. Then click Wireless
Scanner to scan the wireless network.
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Manage the Extended Network and Security Settings
Select the network you want to extend from the list.
Once a network is selected, the SSID and security settings of that network
will automatically be filled in. If the host network is encrypted, enter the
password. And then click save.
Relocate
Plug in the extender halfway between your wireless router (Host Network)
and the Wi-Fi dead zone.
Wait for the extender to reconnect and the LED turns solid blue. If
If the network you want to extend is on but not shown in
the list, please try the following methods:
Move the extender closer to your router. Then click
Refresh on the top-right corner of the list to scan the
network again.
You can also enter the information of the network
manually on the Connect to Network page. Then click
Save to connect to the host network.
When Host 2.4GHz/5GHz Security is WEP, please select
the index same with the host network.
Manage the Extended Network and Security Settings
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 host network. If you want to change the wireless network
name (SSID), please refer to Change the Extended SSIDs.
Change the Extended SSIDs
On the Extended Network page, you can enable or disable the wireless network
of the extender, change and hide the extender’s wireless network names
(SSIDs).
Launch a web browser and log into http://tplinkrepeater.net, then go to
Settings > Wireless > Extended Network page.
Configure the settings as shown in the figure below.
Extended 2.4GHz/5GHz: Enable or disable the 2.4GHz/5GHz
wireless function of the extender.
Extended 2.4GHz/5GHz SSID: Either copy the host SSID or create a
new name using up to 32 characters. This field is case-sensitive.
Hide SSID broadcast: Select this checkbox if you want to hide the
extender’s SSID from the Wi-Fi network list. If you want to connect to
the hiden SSID, please enter the SSID and the password manaully.
Click Save to save the settings.
Manage the Extended Network and Security Settings
Manage the Extender’s Security
Settings
Admin Account
Launch a web browser and log into http://tplinkrepeater.net, then go to
Settings > System Tools > Admin Account page.
Create a new username and password as shown in the figure below.
Old Username / Password：Enter your current username / password.
New Username /Password: Enter a new username / password.
Confirm Password: Re-enter your new password.
Click Save to save the settings.
Access Control to the Extender
For increased security, you can restrict access to the extender’s wireless by
allowing only specific Wi-Fi devices in the white list, or blocking the devices that
are in the black list from connecting to the wireless network of the extender.
Blacklist Mode
The devices in the Blacklist are not allowed to connect to the extender.
Launch a web browser and log into http://tplinkrepeater.net, then go to
Settings > Wireless > Access Control page.
Click the button to enable the Access Control function.
Select Blacklist as shown in the figure below, then click Save.
Add the device to the blacklist by following the below ways.
● Add the Online Devices to the blacklist.
In the Online Devices list, you can view the information about the
devices connected to the extender. For one device, you can click the
Manage the Extended Network and Security Settings
icon to add the device to the blacklist. For several devices,
select them and click Block to add them at the same time.
● Add the device to the blacklist manually, if the device is not in the
Online Devices list.
Click Add and enter the device name and MAC address in XX-XX-
XX-XX-XX-XX format (e.g. 00-11-22-33-44-AA). And then click Save.
Whitelist Mode
Only the devices in the Whitelist are allowed to connect to the extender.
Launch a web browser and log into http://tplinkrepeater.net, then go to
Settings > Wireless > Access Control page.
Click the button to enable the Access Control function.
Select Whitelist as shown in the figure below, then click Save.
Click the Add button, and enter the device name and MAC address in XX-
XX-XX-XX-XX-XX format (e.g. 00-11-22-33-44-AA). And then click OK.
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Manage the Extended Network and Security Settings
Modify or Remove a Device in the Blacklist/Whitelist
Launch a web browser and log into http://tplinkrepeater.net, then go to
Settings > Wireless > Access Control page.
You can modify or remove the devices in the Blacklist or Whitelist.
● Modify a Device in the Blacklist or Whitelist: Click the icon , and
then enter the device name and MAC address. Click OK to save the
setings.
● Remove a Device in the Blacklist or Whitelist: For one device, you can
click the icon to remove the device from the list. For several
devices, select them and click Delete to remove them at the same time.
Change the Extender’s IP
Address
By default, the extender is set to obtain an IP address automatically from the
host router. If you want to use a specific IP address appropriate to your network
demand, please refer to the steps below.
Launch a web browser and log into http://tplinkrepeater.net, then go to
Settings > Network page.
Select Use the following IP address, then enter the IP address and
gateway manually.
IP Address: Enter the IP address in dotted-decimal notation
(192.168.0.254 by default).
We do NOT recommend you change the IP address unless you
are quite sure about the IP setting for special network
demand, random changes may lead to Internet disconnection.
Manage the Extended Network and Security Settings
Subnet Mask: Enter the subnet mask in dotted-decimal notation that
determines the size of the network (255.255.255.0 by default).
Default Gateway: Enter the gateway that is in the same subnet as
the IP address in dotted-decimal notation. It is usually the LAN IP
address of your router.
Click the Save button.
DHCP Server
The extender can be congifured as a DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration
Protocol) server to assign IP addresses automatically to the clients on the LAN.
Set the DHCP Server
Launch a web browser and log into http://tplinkrepeater.net, then go to
Settings > Network page.
The DHCP server is set to be auto by default, and the function will
automatically be turn on or off according to the DHCP settings of the host
network.
● If you select on, please configure it manually.
IP Address Pool: The start address and end address must be on the
same subnet with LAN IP. Your extender will assign addresses within
this specified range to its clients.
Address Lease Time: The amount of time in which a DHCP client
can lease its current dynamic IP address assigned by your extender.
After the dynamic IP address expires, the client will be Automatically
assigned a new dynamic IP address.
Default Gateway (Optional): Enter the LAN IP address of your host
router.
Primary / Secondary DNS (Optional): Enter the DNS IP address
provided by your ISP.
● If you select Off, please make sure the DHCP server of your host network
is on. Otherwise, you have to set the IP address for each client manually.
Click Save to save your changes.
To use the extender’s DHCP server function, you must set all
computers on the LAN to "Obtain an IP Address automatically" .
Manage the Extended Network and Security Settings
View the DHCP Client List
The DHCP Client List displays the Client Name, MAC Address, Assigned IP
and Lease Time for each DHCP Client connect to the extender.
Launch a web browser and log into http://tplinkrepeater.net, then log in
to Settings > Network page.
You can view the information of the DHCP clients connected to the
extender in the DHCP Client List.
Client Name: The name of the DHCP client.
MAC Address: The MAC address of the DHCP client.
Assigned IP Address: The IP address that is assigned to the client
by the DHCP server.
Lease Time: The time duration that the IP address is leased to the
DHCP client.
Click Refresh to refresh the DHCP Client List.
Manage the Extender
Manage the Extender
This chapter covers the following topics:
Time Settings
LED Control
Firmware Upgrade
Backup & Restore
Factory Default Restore
System Log
Reboot
Logout
Time Settings
The extender can obtain the current time from the Internet automatically. You
can set the time zone at the Time Settings page.
Launch a web browser and log into http://tplinkrepeater.net, then log in
to Settings > System Tools > Time Settings page.
Select your time zone, and click Save.
LED Control
LED Control can turn off the extender’s LEDs at the specific time. The extender
can still work normally while the LEDs are off.
Launch a web browser and log into http://tplinkrepeater.net, then go to
Settings > System Tools > LED Control page.
Tick the Night Mode to enable the LED Control function.
Set the time period to turn off the LEDs.
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Click Save to save your settings.
Firmware Upgrade
On your computer, download the latest firmware file from our support
page at http://tp-link.com.
Launch a web browser and log into http://tplinkrepeater.net, then go to
Settings > System Tools > Firmware Upgrade page.
Make sure the firmware version you downloaded is same as the hardware
version displayed on this page, then click Browse to select the
downloaded file.
Click Upgrade. The upgrade takes a few minutes to complete and the
extender will automatically reboot itself when finished.
Backup & Restore
It is highly recommended to backup your current configurations, in case a
recovery is needed to restore the system to a previous state or from the factory
defaults.
Backup Configurations
Launch a web browser and log into http://tplinkrepeater.net, then go to
Settings > System Tools > Backup & Restore page.
Click Backup to save your current configurations as a config.bin file on
your computer. Make sure to save it in a safe location where you can
retrieve it when needed.
Please DO NOT power off the extender during the upgrade
process.
Manage the Extender
Restore Configurations
Launch a web browser and log into http://tplinkrepeater.net, then go to
Settings > System Tools > Backup & Restore page.
Click Browse to select your backup file. And then click Restore restore
the extender. The restore process may take a few minutes to complete
and the extender will automatically reboot itself when finished.
Factory Default Restore
Launch a web browser and log into http://tplinkrepeater.net, then go to
Settings > System Tools > Backup & Restore page.
Click Factory Default Restore to reset your extender to its factory default
settings.
System Log
System Log can help you know what happened to your extender, facilitating you
to locate the malfunctions. For example when your extender does not work
properly, you may need to save the system log and send it to the technical
support for troubleshooting.
Launch a web browser and log into http://tplinkrepeater.net，then go to
Settings > System Tools > System Log page.
You can filter out and view the specific logs by choosing log type and
Please DO NOT power off the extender during the backup
process.
Please DO NOT power off the extender during the restore
process.
Factory Restore will erase all settings that you have configured
for the extender. To re-login to the extender's management
page, use the default admin for both username and password.
Manage the Extender
level.
Click Save Log to save all the logs in txt file on your computer.
Reboot
Launch a web browser and log into http://tplinkrepeater.net.
Click Reboot on the top right corner to reboot the extender.
Logout
If you have logged into the web management page http://tplinkrepeater.net,
click Logout on the top right corner to log out safely.
Appendix
Appendix
This chapter covers the following topics:
Factory Default Settings
Troubleshooting
Specifications
Glossary
Factory Default Settings
Name
Status
Username
admin
Password
admin
IP Address
192.168.0.254
Subnet Mask
255.255.255.0
Domain
http://tplinkrepeater.net
Network Name (SSID)
2.4GHz: TP-LINK_Extender_2.4GHz
5GHz: TP-LINK_Extender_5GHz
Wireless Security
Disabled
Access Control
Disabled
Troubleshooting
T1. How do I restore my extender to its factory default settings?
There are two ways to reset the extender:
● Option One: With the extender powered on, use a pin to press and hold
the Reset button until all LEDs turn on momentarily, then release the
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button.
● Option Two: Log into the extender's Web-based Management page, and
go to System Tools > Restore & Backup page, click Factory Restore.
T2. What can I do if I forget my login password?
Restore the extender to its factory default settings. If you don’t know
how to do that, please refer to previous T1;
Use the default admin for both username and password to log in.
Reconfigure your extender by following the instructions of this guide.
T3. What can I do if I cannot access the web management page?
● Check to verify all the connections (either wireless or wired ones) are
proper. If yes, please proceed to the next step;
● Try to obtain an IP address and gateway; if succeed, open your web-
browser, and log into http://tplinkrepeater.net. If you are unable to log
in, please RESET the device, and then use the default IP address to log
into web management page, reconfigure the device.
● Feel free to contact our technical support, if the problem still persists.
T4. How can I know that my wireless signal has been repeated and boosted
by the extender?
An easy way is to compare the signal strength of your target wireless
network (symbolized by its SSID), with the extender in operation vs. out of
operation. Before comparison, you’d better make sure your computer can
obtain an IP address from your target wireless network and thus access the
Internet, either via the extender or without.
T5. Will the extender work if I connect the ETHERNET port of it to the router
via Ethernet cable?
Sorry, it won’t work. The extender is designed to connect wirelessly to the
router, while the ETHERNET port is designed to connect with a wired
device, like Internet TV, Gaming console, DVR and so on.
T6. Why does the wireless transmission rate speed down, while the wireless
signal is stronger after repeated by the extender?
In compliance with the wireless transmission protocol, all the extender
devices are set to work in half-duplex instead of full-duplex mode. In other
words, the extender has to process one-way communication between your
root Wireless router (or AP) and the terminal clients; so the transmission
time will be double-increased, while the speed will be decreased. TP-LINK
recommends that you connect to the extender when your home network
connection is poor, or when you want a larger wireless coverage to
eliminate “dead zones”.
Specifications
General
Standards and
Protocols
IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.11a,
IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g,
IEEE 802.1x, IEEE 802.11e, IEEE 802.11i,
IEEE 802.11ac, TCP/IP, DHCP
Once the extender is reset, the current settings will be lost and
you need to reconfigure it.
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Safety & Emission
CE
Ports
Five 10/100/1000M Auto-Negotiation LAN RJ45
ports
Wireless
Frequency Band
2.4GHz：2.4~2.4835GHz
5GHz：5.15~5.25GHz
Radio Data Rate
2.4GHz：
11n：up to 300Mbps
11g：54/48/36/24/18/12/9/6Mbps
11b：11/5.5/2/1Mbps
5GHz：
11ac: up to 866Mbps
11a: 54/48/36/24/18/12/9/6Mbps
Security
WEP, WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK
Physical and Environment
Working Temperature
0℃~40℃ (32℉~104℉)
Working Humidity
10% ~ 90% RH, Non-condensing
Storage Temperature
-40℃~70℃(-40℉~158℉)
Storage Humidity
5% ~ 95% RH, Non-condensing
Glossary
● 802.11b - The 802.11b standard specifies a wireless networking at 11
Mbps using direct-sequence spread-spectrum (DSSS) technology and
operating in the unlicensed radio spectrum at 2.4GHz, and WEP encryption
for security. 802.11b networks are also referred to as Wi-Fi networks.
● 802.11g - specification for wireless networking at 54 Mbps using direct-
sequence spread-spectrum (DSSS) technology, using OFDM modulation
and operating in the unlicensed radio spectrum at 2.4GHz, and backward
compatibility with IEEE 802.11b devices, and WEP encryption for security.
● 802.11n - 802.11n builds upon previous 802.11 standards by adding MIMO
(multiple-input multiple-output). MIMO uses multiple transmitter and
receiver antennas to allow for increased data throughput via spatial
multiplexing and increased range by exploiting the spatial diversity,
perhaps through coding schemes like Alamouti coding. The Enhanced
Wireless Consortium (EWC) was formed to help accelerate the IEEE
802.11n development process and promote a technology specification for
interoperability of next-generation wireless local area networking (WLAN)
products.
● Access Point (Range Extender) - A wireless LAN transceiver or "base
station" that can connect a wired LAN to one or many wireless devices.
Access points can also bridge to each other.
● DNS (Domain Name System) – An Internet Service that translates the
names of websites into IP addresses.
● Domain Name - A descriptive name for an address or group of addresses
on the Internet.
● DoS (Denial of Service) - A hacker attack designed to prevent your
computer or network from operating or communicating.
● DSL (Digital Subscriber Line) - A technology that allows data to be sent or
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received over existing traditional phone lines.
● ISP (Internet Service Provider) - A company that provides access to the
Internet.
● MTU (Maximum Transmission Unit) - The size in bytes of the largest
packet that can be transmitted.
● SSID - A Service Set Identification is a thirty-two character (maximum)
alphanumeric key identifying a wireless local area network. For the wireless
devices in a network to communicate with each other, all devices must be
configured with the same SSID. This is typically the configuration
parameter for a wireless PC card. It corresponds to the ESSID in the
wireless Access Point and to the wireless network name.
● WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) - A data privacy mechanism based on a
64-bit or 128-bit or 152-bit shared key algorithm, as described in the IEEE
802.11 standard.
● Wi-Fi –A trademark of the Wi-Fi Alliance and the brand name for products
using the IEEE 802.11 family of standards.
● WLAN (Wireless Local Area Network) - A group of computers and
associated devices communicate with each other wirelessly, which network
serving users are limited in a local area.
● WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access) - WPA is a security technology for wireless
networks that improves on the authentication and encryption features of
WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy). In fact, WPA was developed by the
networking industry in response to the shortcomings of WEP. One of the
key technologies behind WPA is the Temporal Key Integrity Protocol (TKIP).
TKIP addresses the encryption weaknesses of WEP. Another key
component of WPA is built-in authentication that WEP does not offer. With
this feature, WPA provides roughly comparable security to VPN tunneling
with WEP, with the benefit of easier administration and use. This is similar
to 802.1x support and requires a RADIUS server in order to implement. The
Wi-Fi Alliance will call this, WPA-Enterprise. One variation of WPA is called
WPA Pre Shared Key or WPA-Personal for short - this provides an
authentication alternative to an expensive RADIUS server. WPA-Personal
is a simplified but still powerful form of WPA most suitable for home Wi-Fi
networking. To use WPA-Personal, a person sets a static key or
"passphrase" as with WEP. But, using TKIP, WPA-Personal automatically
changes the keys at a preset time interval, making it much more difficult for
hackers to find and exploit them. The Wi-Fi Alliance will call this, WPA-
Personal.