tp-link AC1200 Wi-Fi Range Extender User Guide
- June 7, 2024
- tp-link
Table of Contents
AC1200 Wi-Fi Range Extender
User Guide
AC1200 Wi-Fi Range Extender RE300
REV1.1.0 1910012612
Contents
About This Guide
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Chapter 1 Get to Know About Your Extender
2
1. 1. Product Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 1. 2.
Appearance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1. 2. 1.LED Explanation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 1. 2. 2.Button
Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Chapter 2 Set Up Internet Connection
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2. 1. Power On the Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 2. 2. Set Up the
Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2. 2. 1.Method 1: Via the TP-Link Tether App. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 2. 2. 2.Method 2: Via a Web Browser. . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2. 2. 3.Method 3: Via the WPS Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Chapter 3 OneMesh with Seamless Roaming
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3. 1. What`s a OneMesh Network. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 3. 2. How to Set Up a
OneMesh Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . 16
3. 2. 1.Method 1: Via the TP-Link Tether App. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 3. 2. 2.Method 2: Via a Web Browser. . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
3. 3. Remove Extender from OneMesh Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 3. 3. 1.Method 1: Via the TP-Link Tether
App. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 3. 3.
2.Method 2: Via a Web Browser. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Chapter 4 TP-Link Cloud Service
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4. 1. Register a TP-Link ID. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 4. 2. Change
Your TP-Link ID Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 4. 3. Manage the User TP-Link IDs . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . 22
4. 3. 1.Add TP-Link ID to Manage the Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 4. 3. 2.Remove TP-Link ID(s) from Managing the
Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 4. 4. Manage the Extender
via the TP-Link Tether App . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . 24
Chapter 5 Customize Your Network
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5. 1. Check Internet Status. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 5. 2. Configure Wireless Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 5. 3. Change LAN Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 5. 4. Adjust Wi-Fi Coverage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 5. 5. Set Access Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
5. 6. Set High Speed Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Chapter 6 Manage Your Extender
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6. 1. Set System Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 6. 2. Control LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 6. 3. Set Power Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 6. 4. Upgrade the Firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 6. 5. Backup and Restore Configuration Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 6. 6. Change Login Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 6. 7. Check System Log . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
FAQ
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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
Underline Teal
Description
Underlined words or phrases are hyperlinks. You can click to redirect to a
website or a specific section.
Contents to be emphasized and texts on the web page are in teal, including the
menus, items, buttons and so on.
The menu structures to show the path to load the corresponding page. For
example, Advanced > Wireless > MAC Filtering means the MAC Filtering function
page is under the Wireless menu that is located in the Advanced tab.
Note:
Ignoring this type of note might result in a malfunction or damage to the device.
Tip:
Indicates important information that helps you make better use of your device.
More Info
The latest software, management app and utility are available from Download
Center at https://www.tp-link.com/support/. The Quick Installation Guide can
be found where you find this guide or inside the package of the extender.
Specifications can be found on the product page at https://www.tp-link.com. A
community is provided for you to discuss our products at https://community.tp-
link.com. Our Technical Support contact information can be found at the
Contact Technical Support page at https://www.tp-link.com/support/.
Speed/Coverage Disclaimer
Maximum wireless signal rates are the physical rates derived from IEEE
Standard 802.11 specifications. Actual wireless data throughput and wireless
coverage are not guaranteed and will vary as a result of 1) environmental
factors, including building materials, physical objects, and obstacles, 2)
network conditions, including local interference, volume and density of
traffic, product location, network complexity, and network overhead, and 3)
client limitations, including rated performance, location, connection quality,
and client condition.
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Chapter 1
Get to Know About Your Extender
This chapter introduces what the extender can do and its appearance. It
contains the following sections: · Product Overview · Appearance
Chapter 1
Get to Know About Your Extender
1 1 Product Overview
Bring Dead Zones Back to Life
Tired of Wi-Fi “dead zones”? The TP-Link extender is connected to your router
wirelessly, strengthening its signal and expanding its coverage into areas
that could not otherwise be reached.
Easy Installation & Quick Position
The extender works with any standard wireless router. Instantly connect the
extender to a router by pressing the router’s WPS button (if available)
followed by the extender’s WPS button. Alternatively, follow the Quick Setup
instructions on the extender’s web management page. Once the extender is
connected to a router, you can relocate it to your preferred location with no
further configuration required. The intelligent signal light can help to find
the best location.
Easy Management with the TP-Link Tether App
Tether provides a simple, intuitive way to access and manage your extender
with your smart devices.
1 2 Appearance
1 2 1 LED Explanation
You can check the extender’s working status by following the LED Explanation table. 3
Chapter 1
Get to Know About Your Extender
Name (Power)
(Signal)
2.4G 5G
Status On/Off Blinking Solid white
Solid red Blinking Off On/Off
On/Off
Indication The extender is on or off.
The system is starting up or firmware is being upgraded.
The extender is connected to your router’s wireless network and is in a
suitable location.
The extender is experiencing poor signal strength. Try relocating it closer to
your host router.
WPS connection is in progress.
No wireless connection is established.
The extender is connected or not connected to the 2.4GHz wireless network of
your host router.
The extender is connected or not connected to the 5GHz wireless network of
your host router.
1 2 2 Button Description
Button (WPS)
Reset
Description
Press the WPS button on your host router, and immediately press this button on
the extender for 1 second. The LED of the extender should change from blinking
to solid on, indicating successful WPS connection.
Use a pin to press the button for 1 second to reset the extender.
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Chapter 2
Set Up Internet Connection
This chapter introduces how to boost your host wireless coverage. Please
follow the step-by-step instructions to set up the internet connection. It
contains the following sections: · Power On the Extender · Set Up the Extender
Chapter 2
Set Up Internet Connection
2 1 Power On the Extender
Plug the extender into an electrical outlet next to your router, and then wait
until the Power LED turns solid on.
Note: For safety, only plug the extender in upright direction as shown below.
Solid On
2 2 Set Up the Extender
There are three ways to set up the extender: via the TP-Link Tether app, via a
web browser, or via the WPS button.
2 2 1 Method 1: Via the TP-Link Tether App
1. Launch the Apple App Store or Google Play Store and search TP-Link Tether
or simply scan the QR code to download and install the app.
OR
2. Go to Wi-Fi Settings and connect your device to the extender’s wireless
network: TP-Link_Extender. < Settings Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi CHOOSE A NETWORK… TP-Link_Extender Other…
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3. Launch Tether and select your extender from the Local Device list.
4. Create a password to log in.
5. Follow app instructions to set up your extender. 6. (Optional) Enable Join
OneMesh to copy the router’s wireless settings for seamless
roaming. For more information about OneMesh, refer to OneMesh with Seamless
Roaming.
Tip: It is recommended to enable Smart Connect on your host router to enjoy a
seamless connection between dual-band networks. With Smart Connect enabled,
your host router’s 2.4GHz and 5GHz share the same SSID (network name) and
password. Refer to your host router’s user guide to enable Smart Connect.
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7. Relocate your extender and follow app instructions to enjoy the extended
network.
Tip: For more intuitive location assistant, access extender settings via
Tether and go to Tools > Location Assistant. You can also manage your extender
via Tether, such as controlling LEDs, sharing passwords of your networks and
blocking devices.
2 2 2 Method 2: Via a Web Browser
1. Connect your computer to the extender wirelessly as follows: · 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.
Connections are available
Wireless Network Connection TP-Link_Extender 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.
Wi-Fi: On Turn Wi-Fi Off TP-Link_Extender Join Other Network… Create Network…
Open Network Preferences…
2. Follow the instructions of the Quick Setup Wizard to connect the extender
to your host router. 1 ) Launch a web browser, enter http://tplinkrepeater.net
or http://192.168.0.254 in the address bar, and then create a password to log
in.
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Note: If the login window does not appear, please refer to FAQ.
2 ) Select your host router’s 2.4GHz SSID (network name), enter its password
(NOT the password you just created for management), and click Next.
3 ) Select your host router’s 5GHz SSID (network name), enter its password (NOT the password you just created for management), and click Next.
Note: If your host router does not support 5GHz wireless network, please click
Skip to continue.
4 ) Confirm your host network password.
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5 ) Either keep the default SSIDs (network names) or customize them for the
extended networks, and then click Next.
Tip: If you connect the extender to a TP-Link OneMesh router, the extender
will automatically join the router’s OneMesh network and copy the router’s
wireless settings. For more information, refer to OneMesh with Seamless
Roaming.
6 ) Follow web instructions to relocate your extender for optimal Wi-Fi coverage and performance, and then click Done.
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7 ) Enjoy! Connect to the extended network and enjoy the internet.
Tip: If you connect the extender to a TP-Link OneMesh router and a success
screen as below appears at the end of the setup, the extender has successfully
joined the router’s OneMesh network and copied the router’s wireless settings.
For more information, refer to OneMesh with Seamless Roaming.
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Tip: It is recommended to enable Smart Connect on your host router to enjoy a
seamless connection between dual-band networks. With Smart Connect enabled,
your host router’s 2.4GHz and 5GHz share the same SSID (network name) and
password. Refer to your host router’s user guide to enable Smart Connect.
2 2 3 Method 3: Via the WPS Button
Use this way if your router has a WPS button. The button might look like one
of these: .
1. Press the WPS button on your host router, and then press the WPS button on
the extender for 1 second within 2 minutes.
Note: For more information about using WPS button on your host router, please
refer to the router manufacturer’s user guide.
2. Wait until the Signal LED changes from blinking to solid on, which
indicates that the WPS connection is successful.
Note: If the LED does not turn solid on, try again or refer to Method 1: Via
the TP-Link Tether App or Method 2: Via a Web Browser.
3. If the extender connects to a dual band router, repeat steps 1 and 2 above
to connect to the other band.
4. Wait until the Signal LED turns solid on, and the setup is done.
Solid On
Extended Network Names: Router’s network name with _EXT at the end
Passwords: Same as your router
Note: 1. If you want to customize the extended network name, refer to
Configure Wireless Network. 2. If you cannot find the network names with _EXT
in your Wi-Fi network list, this means that the
extender has been connected to a OneMesh router and automatically copied its
wireless settings. For more information, refer to OneMesh with Seamless
Roaming.
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3. It is recommended to enable Smart Connect on your host router to enjoy a
seamless connection between dual-band networks. With Smart Connect enabled,
your host router’s 2.4GHz and 5GHz share the same SSID (network name) and
password. Refer to your host router’s user guide to enable Smart Connect.
5. Relocate your extender for optimal Wi-Fi coverage and performance.
1 ) Plug in the extender about halfway between your router and the Wi-Fi dead
zone. The location you choose must be within the range of your router.
2 ) Wait for about 2 minutes until the Signal LED turns solid white. If it
doesn’t, relocate the extender closer to the router to achieve better signal
quality.
Suitable location Too far from router No connection
Router
Halfway
Devices
Tip: To minimize signal interference, please choose a location which is far
away from Bluetooth devices and other household electronic devices, such as
cordless phones, microwave ovens and baby monitors.
6. Enjoy! Connect to the extended network and enjoy the internet.
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Chapter 3
OneMesh with Seamless Roaming
This chapter introduces the TP-Link OneMeshTM feature. It contains the
following sections: · What`s a OneMesh Network · How to Set Up a OneMesh
Network · Remove Extender from OneMesh Network
Chapter 3
OneMesh with Seamless Roaming
3 1 What`s a OneMesh Network
TP-Link OneMesh router and TP-Link OneMesh extenders work together to form one
unified Wi-Fi network. Walk through your home and stay connected with the
fastest possible speeds thanks to OneMesh’s seamless coverage.
Unified Wi-Fi Network
Router and extenders share the same wireless settings, including network name,
password, access control settings and more.
Seamless Roaming
Devices automatically switch between your router and extenders as you move
through your home for the fastest possible speeds.
Easy Setup and Management
Set up a OneMesh network with a push of WPS buttons. Manage all network
devices on the Tether app or at your router’s web management page.
To check full list of TP-Link OneMesh devices, scan the QR code, or visit
https://www.tp-link.com/One-Mesh/compatibility.
Unified OneMesh Network
INTERNET
SAME
Network Name & Password for seamless roaming
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3 2 How to Set Up a OneMesh Network
Once the extender is connected to a TP-Link OneMesh router via web browser or
WPS button, the extender will automatically join the router’s OneMesh network
and copy the router’s wireless settings. You can manually join a OneMesh
network during the configuration via the TP-Link Tether app. For more
information about setting up the extender with OneMesh network, refer to Set
Up the Extender. If you have already set up the extender before joining the
OneMesh network, choose one of the methods below to set up a OneMesh network:
Note: Before setting up a OneMesh network, it is recommended to enable Smart
Connect on your host router to enjoy a seamless connection between dual-band
networks.
3 2 1 Method 1: Via the TP-Link Tether App
1. Launch Tether and select the extender you want to join the OneMesh
network. 2. Go to Tools > OneMesh and enable OneMesh.
Tip: If your host router does not support OneMesh, you need to reselect a host
network first. Go to Tools > Host Network and click Reselect Host Network, and
then follow the app instructions to complete the configuration.
3. Follow the app instructions to join the OneMesh network. 16
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3 2 2 Method 2: Via a Web Browser
1. Visit http://tplinkrepeater.net, and log in with the password you set for
the extender. 2. Go to Settings > OneMesh and enable Join OneMesh.
Tip: If your host router does not support OneMesh, you need to reselect a host
network first. Go to Settings > Wireless > Connect to Network and follow the
instructions to complete the configuration.
3. Follow the web instructions to join the OneMesh network. After that, you
can view all the devices in OneMesh network in Basic > OneMesh on the web
management page of your host router.
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OneMesh with Seamless Roaming
3 3 Remove Extender from OneMesh Network
If you want to remove the extender from the OneMesh network, follow the steps
below:
3 3 1 Method 1: Via the TP-Link Tether App
1. Launch Tether and select the extender you want to remove from the OneMesh
network.
2. Go to Tools > OneMesh and disable OneMesh. Or 1. Launch Tether and select
your host router of the OneMesh network. 2. Go to Tools > OneMesh and select
the extender you want to remove from the
OneMesh network. 3. Click Remove Device.
3 3 2 Method 2: Via a Web Browser
1. Visit http://tplinkrepeater.net, and log in with the password you set for
the extender. 2. Go to Settings > OneMesh and disable Join OneMesh.
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Chapter 4
TP-Link Cloud Service
TP-Link Cloud service provides a better way to manage your cloud devices. Log
in to your cloud device with a TP-Link ID, and you can easily monitor and
manage your home network when you are out and about via the Tether app on your
smartphone or tablet. To ensure that your cloud device stays new and gets
better over time, the TP-Link Cloud will notify you when an important firmware
upgrade is avaliable. Surely you can also manage multiple TP-Link Cloud
devices with a single TP-Link ID. This chapter introduces how to register a
new TP-Link ID, bind or unbind TP-Link IDs to manage your cloud device, and
the Tether app with which you can manage your home network no matter where you
may find yourself. It contains the following sections: · Register a TP-Link ID
· Change Your TP-Link ID Information · Manage the User TP-Link IDs · Manage
the Extender via the TP-Link Tether App
Chapter 4
TP-Link Cloud Service
4 1 Register a TP-Link ID
When you log in after initial setup, the web page will ask whether you need
TP-Link Cloud service. You can also access the TP-Link Cloud settings as
follows: 1. Visit http://tplinkrepeater.net, and log in with the password you
set for the extender. 2. Go to Settings > TP-Link Cloud. 3. Click Register Now
and follow the instructions to register a TP-Link ID.
4. After activating your TP-Link ID, come back to the TP-Link Cloud page to
log in. The TP-Link ID used to log in to the extender for the first time will
be automatically bound as an Admin.
Notes: · To learn more about the Admin and User TP-Link ID, refer to Manage
the User TP-Link IDs. · Once you have registered a TP-Link ID on the web
management page, you can only register another TP-Link ID via the
Tether APP. Please refer to Manage the Extender via the TP-Link Tether App to
install the app and register a new one. · If you want to unbind the admin TP-
Link ID from your extender, please go to Settings > TP-Link Cloud, an click
Unbind
in the Device Information section.
4 2 Change Your TP-Link ID Information
Follow the steps below to change your email address and password of your TP-
Link ID as needed. 1. Visit http://tplinkrepeater.net, and log in with your
TP-Link ID. 2. Go to Settings > TP-Link Cloud, and focus on the Account
Information section. · To change your email address: 1. Click behind the
Email. 2. Enter the password of your TP-Link ID, then a new email address. And
click Save.
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· To change your password: 1. Click behind the Password. 2. Enter the current password, then a new password twice. And click Save.
4 3 Manage the User TP-Link IDs
The TP-Link ID used to log in to the extender for the first time will be
automatically bound as the Admin account. An admin account can add or remove
other TP-Link IDs to or from the same extender as Users. All accounts can
monitor and manage the extender locally or remotely, but user accounts cannot:
· Reset the extender to its factory default settings either on the web
management page
or in the Tether app.
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· Add/remove other TP-Link IDs to/from the extender.
4 3 1 Add TP-Link ID to Manage the Extender
1. Visit http://tplinkrepeater.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID.
2. Go to Settings > TP-Link Cloud, and focus on the Bound Accounts section.
3. Click
, enter another TP-Link ID as needed and click Save.
Note: If you need another TP-Link ID, please register a new one via the Tether app. Please refer to Manage the Extender via the TP-Link Tether App to install the app and register a new TP-Link ID.
4. The new TP-Link ID will be displayed in the Bound Accounts table as a User.
4 3 2 Remove TP-Link ID(s) from Managing the Extender
1. Visit http://tplinkrepeater.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID. 2. Go to
Settings > TP-Link Cloud, and focus on the Bound Accounts section. 3. Tick the
checkbox(es) of the TP-Link ID(s) you want to remove and click Unbind.
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4 4 Manage the Extender via the TP-Link Tether App
The Tether app runs on iOS and Android devices, such as smartphones and
tablets. 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. Connect your device to the extender’s or host router’s wireless network.
3. Launch the Tether app, select the model of your extender and log in with
your TP-Link
ID or the password your set for the extender. 4. Manage your extender as
needed.
Note: If you need to remotely access your extender from your smart devices,
you need: · Log in with your TP-Link ID. If you don’t have one, refer to
Register a TP-Link ID. · Make sure your smartphone or tablet can access the
internet with cellular data or a Wi-Fi network.
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Chapter 5
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 · Adjust
Wi-Fi Coverage · Set Access Control · Set High Speed Mode
Chapter 5
Customize Your Network
5 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 whether the host network passwords are
correct. If the problem still exists, relocate the extender closer to the
router to achieve better signal quality.
· 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.
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5 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.
Tip: If the extender is in your router’s OneMesh network, it will
automatically copy wireless settings from your router. No wireless settings is
needed for the extender.
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.
· To 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 rescan for
networks. · 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.
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5. Click Save.
· To 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. 3. Click Save.
· To 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.
· To 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. You need to manually enter
the SSID to join the network. 3. Click Save.
5 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 . 5. Enter the gateway that is in the same subnet as the IP address.
The gateway is usually
the LAN IP address of your router. 6. Enter the DNS IP address provided by
your ISP.
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7. Click Save.
5 4 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 your desired Wi-Fi coverage level for the extender.
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4. Click Save.
5 5 Set Access Control
Access Control allows you to permit or block specific devices from accessing
the internet for a specific period.
Tip: If the extender is in your router’s OneMesh network, it will
automatically copy access control settings from your router. No access control
settings is needed for the extender.
1. Visit http://tplinkrepeater.net and log in with the password you set for
the extender. 2. Go to Settings > Advanced Settings > Access Control. 3.
Enable Access Control.
· To block specific device(s): 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. · To 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.
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5 6 Set High Speed Mode
The High Speed feature switches off one of the wireless bands to leave one
highperformance, super-fast network, ideal for HD streaming and gaming
applications.
If most of your devices are connected to one wireless band, this feature can
increase the overall performance of your wireless network.
Notes: 1. This function is not available when the extender is in a OneMesh
network. 2. Before enabling this feature, please go to Settings > Wireless >
Extended Network and check that the 2.4GHz and
5GHz bands are both enabled. Additionally, if you are going to disable the
2.4GHz network, it’s recommended to first make sure all your wireless devices
support 5GHz network connection.
1. Visit http://tplinkrepeater.net and log in with the password you set for
the extender.
2. Go to Settings > Advanced Settings > High Speed.
3. Enable High Speed Mode.
4. Select the Auto mode. The extender will decide which band the high-speed
network will work on based on its wireless connection to your host router. The
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This chapter presents how to manage and maintain your extender. It includes
the following sections: · Set System Time · Control LEDs · Set Power Schedule
· Upgrade the Firmware · Backup and Restore Configuration Settings · Change
Login Password · Check System Log
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6 1 Set 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.
· To get system time: 1. Select your local Time Zone from the drop-down list.
2. Click Save. · To 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.
6 2 Control LEDs
The LEDs of the extender indicate its activities and status. You can turn off
LEDs when you don’t need them. 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. · To turn off the LEDs:
Disable LED Status.
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· To specify a time period when LEDs are off: 1. Select Night Mode. 2. Specify the LED off time period. 3. Click Save.
6 3 Set 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. · To specify a time period when the extender is off: 1. Click
Add. 2. Specify the power off time period and repetitive days.
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3. Click Save.
6 4 Upgrade the Firmware
TP-Link is committed to improving product features, giving you a better
network experience. We will inform you through the web management page if
there’s any update firmware available for your extender. Also, the latest
firmware will be released at the TPLink official website www.tp-link.com, and
you can download it from the Support page for free.
Notes: · 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. · Backup your extender configuration. · Do NOT
power off the extender during the firmware upgrade.
· To upgrade the firmware online: 1. Visit http://tplinkrepeater.net, and log
in with the password you set for the extender. 2. When the latest firmware is
available for your extender, the update icon will display
in the top-right corner of the page. Click the icon to go to the Firmware
Upgrade page. Alternatively, you can go to Settings > System Tools > Firmware
Upgrade, and click Check for upgrade to see whether a new firmware is
released.
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3. Focus on the Online Upgrade section, and click Upgrade.
4. Wait a few minutes for the upgrade and reboot to complete. · To 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.
5. Wait a few minutes for the firmware upgrade to complete and the extender
to reboot.
6 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. ·
To backup configuration settings:
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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.
· To 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.
· To reset the extender to factory default settings: 1. Click Factory Restore
to restore all configuration settings to default values, or click
Restore if you want to keep you login and cloud account information.
2. Wait a few minutes for the reset and reboot.
Notes: · During the reset process, do not power off the extender. · We
strongly recommend you backup the current configuration settings before
resetting the extender.
6 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.
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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.
6 7 Check 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. · To 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 for 1
second. The extender will reboot.
· Log in to the extender’s web management page. Go to Settings > System Tools
Backup & Restore 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?
The extender shares the same wireless passwords as those of your host networks.
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. · Make sure your computer is configured as Obtain an IP address automatically and
Obtain DNS server address automatically. · Verify that http://tplinkrepeater.net 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.
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:
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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. 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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Product Name: AC1200 Wi-Fi Range Extender Model Number: RE300 Responsible
Party: TP-Link USA Corporation, d/b/a TP-Link North America, Inc. Address: 145
South State College Blvd. Suite 400, Brea, CA 92821 Website: http://www.tp-
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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.
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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 colocated or
operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.” This device
is restricted in indoor environment only. We, TP-Link USA Corporation, has
determined that the equipment shown as above has been shown to comply with the
applicable technical standards, FCC part 15. There is no unauthorized change
is made in the equipment and the equipment is properly maintained and
operated.
Issue Date: 2019-07-08
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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. OPERATING FREQUENCY (the maximum transmitted power) 2400 MHz -2483.5
MHz (20dBm) 5150 MHz -5250 MHz (23dBm) 5250 MHz -5350 MHz (23dBm) 5470 MHz
-5725 MHz (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, 2011/65/EU and (EU)
2015/863. 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. Attention: This device may only be used indoors in all EU member states
and EFTA countries.
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 :
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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 51505250 MHz is only for indoor use to
reduce
the potential for harmful interference to co-channel mobile satellite systems;
The high-power radars are allocated as primary users (i.e. priority users) of
the bands 5250-5350 MHz and 5650-5850 MHz and that these radars could cause
interference and/or damage to LE-LAN devices. DFS (Dynamic Frequency
Selection) products that operate in the bands 5250- 5350 MHz, 5470-5600MHz,
and 5650-5725MHz. 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; En outre, les utilisateurs devraient aussi
être avisés que les utilisateurs de radars de haute puissance sont désignés
utilisateurs principaux (c.-à-d., qu’ils ont la priorité) pour les bandes
5250-5350 MHz et 5650-5850 MHz et que ces radars pourraient causer du
brouillage et/ou des dommages aux dispositifs LAN-EL. Les produits utilisant
la technique d’atténuation DFS (sélection dynamique des fréquences) sur les
bandes 5250- 5350 MHz, 5470-5600MHz et 5650-5725MHz. 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 . NCC Notice & BSMI
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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 the device where wireless devices are not allowed. · The socket- outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.
Please read and follow the above safety information when operating the device. We cannot guarantee that no accidents or damage will occur due to improper use of the device. Please use this product with care and operate at your own risk.
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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
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- Trying to Configure the Range Extender? | TP-Link
- WiFi Networking Equipment for Home & Business | TP-Link
- CE Regulatory Compliance | TP-Link
- WiFi Networking Equipment for Home & Business | TP-Link
- TP-Link Community
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