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Q1. What should I do if the Tether app cannot find my device? 1. Connect your smartphone to the extender’s network TP-Link Extender 2.4GHz or TP-Link Extender 5GHz.

Nov 30, 2020 · Q1. What should I do if the Tether app cannot find my device? 1. Connect your smartphone to the extender’s network TP-Link Extender 2.4GHz or TP-Link Extender 5GHz.

Quick Installation Guide

User Guide for tp-link models including: AC1750, Wi-Fi Range Extender

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Document DEVICE REPORT7106509021 RE450&RE455 QIG V1
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Quick Installation Guide
Range Extender

1 Power On
Plug the extender into a power outlet next to your router. Wait until its Power LED turns solid on.

Setup with videos
Scan the QR code, or visit https://www.tp-link.com/support/setup-video/#range-extenders and search for the setup video of your model.

Next to

Solid On

2 Set Up
Via the Tether App
1. Get the up-to-date Tether app from the Apple App Store or Google Play, or simply scan the QR code.

3. Tap the button and select Range Extender.
Note: If you cannot find your device, please refer to FAQ > Q1.

or
Scan for Tether

Tether

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2. Launch the Tether app and log in with your TP-Link ID. If you don't have an account, create one first.

4. Follow app instructions to complete the setup. The LED should turn solid on, indicating successful connection to your router.
Note: If the LED does not turn solid on, please refer to FAQ > Q2.

Welcome to Tether

TP-Link ID (Email)

Password

Sign Up

Log In
Forgot Password?

Solid On

More Setup Methods
Via a Web Browser
1. Connect your computer or smartphone to the extender's network TP-Link_Extender_2.4GHz or TP-Link_Extender_5GHz.
2. Visit http://tplinkrepeater.net or http://192.168.0.254 in a web browser. Create a password to log in.
3. Follow web instructions to complete the setup.
Via the WPS Button
1. Press the WPS button on your router.
2. Within 2 minutes, press the WPS button on the extender for 1 second. The LED should change from blinking to solid on, indicating successful connection.
3. If the extender connects to a dual-band router, repeat steps 1 and 2 to connect to the other band.
Extended Network Names: Same as your router Passwords: Same as your router
For more details, please refer to the user guide at https://www.tp-link.com/support/download.

3 Relocate
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 LED turns solid blue. If it doesn't, relocate the extender closer to the router to achieve better signal quality.
Tip: For more intuitive location assistant, access extender settings via the Tether app and go to Tools > Location Assistant.

Router

Blue: Suitable location Red: Too far from router

Halfway

Devices

Enjoy!
Connect your devices to the extender wirelessly or via an Ethernet cable, then enjoy the internet. The password of your extended network is the same as your host router.
Tip: You can also set up the extender in Access Point mode to transform your existing wired network to a wireless one. For details, refer to the user guide at https://www.tp-link.com/support/download.

Smartphone Tablet

Laptop

Smart TV Game Console Desktop

Access Extender Settings
After setup, you can access extender settings via any of the methods below. You can reselect host network, change extended network settings and more.
Note: If your extender and router use the same network name, Method 1 is recommended.
Method 1: Via the Tether App

Tether

1. Connect your smartphone to the extender`s or router's network. 2. Launch the Tether app, select your extender, and log in. 3. View or change extender settings as needed.

Method 2: Via a Web Browser

http://tplinkrepeater.net

http://tplinkrepeater.net

1. Connect your computer or smartphone to the extender's network. If you are using a computer, unplug the Ethernet cable if any.
2. Launch a web browser, enter http://tplinkrepeater.net in the address bar, and log in.
3. View or change extender settings as needed.

LED Explanation

Signal
2.4GHz 5GHz POWER

LED

Status Indication (For Range Extender Mode)

(Signal)

Solid blue

The extender is connected to your router's wireless network and is in a suitable location.

Solid red

The extender is receiving a weak signal. Try relocating it closer to your router.

Blinking WPS connection is in progress.

Off

No wireless connection is established.

2.4GHz

On/Off

The extender is connected or not connected to the 2.4GHz wireless network of your router.

5GHz

On/Off

The extender is connected or not connected to the 5GHz wireless network of your router.

POWER

On/Off Blinking

The extender is on or off.
The system is starting up or firmware upgrade is in progress.

Q1. What should I do if the Tether app cannot find my device?
1. Connect your smartphone to the extender's network TP-Link_Extender_2.4GHz or TP-Link_Extender_5GHz.
< Settings Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi CHOOSE A NETWORK... TP-Link_Extender_2.4GHz TP-Link_Extender_5GHz
2. Launch the Tether app, and select your extender. Tip: If you have connected to the extender's Wi-Fi but still cannot find your device, turn off your cellular data.
My Devices
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3. Follow app instructions to complete the setup. If you are still having problems, contact our technical support.
Q2. What should I do if the LED doesn't turn solid on after completing setup via the Tether app or web browser?
You may have entered incorrect Wi-Fi passwords for your host router during the configuration. Check the passwords and try again. Make sure the extender is close to your router, preferably within 16 feet, and away from large electrical appliances. If you have enabled wireless MAC filtering, wireless access control, or access control list (ACL) on your router, disable them first, then follow any method on the front page to complete the configuration. Try setting it up via the WPS button. Reset the extender and go through the configuration again. If you are still having problems, contact our technical support.

Q3. How do I reset the extender?
With the extender powered on, use a pin to press the Reset button for 1 second. The extender will reboot.
Reset
Safety Information
Keep the device away from water, fire, humidity or hot environments. Do not attempt to disassemble, repair, or modify the device. If you need service, please contact us. 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. 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 https://www.tp-link.com/en/ce.
To communicate with TP-Link users or engineers, please join the TP-Link Community at https://community.tp-link.com. If you have any suggestions or needs for our product guides, you are welcome to email [email protected]. For technical support, replacement services, user guides, and other information, please visit https://www.tp-link.com/support, or simply scan the QR code.



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