TP-Link TL-WA850RE Quick Installation Manual

Quick
Installation Guide
Applicable Model:
TL-WA850RE
Quick Setup using the WPS Button
Option ONE
Your router should support WPS. Otherwise, please use Option TWO.
1
Power on
Plug in next to your router.
Wireless LED changes
to solid 'on'.
Wireless
Power
Relocate
1 Plug in the extender halfway between your router
and the Wi-Fi dead zone.
2 Wait until the (Signal Strength) LEDs are lit.
Make sure the extender is in a location with 3 or
more LEDs lit.
If not, relocate it closer to the router to achieve
a good (or better) signal quality.
Enjoy!
The extended network shares the same network name and
password as your host network.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1. What should I do if my router doesn't have a WPS button?
A: Please use Option TWO to set up the extender.
Q2. What should I do if I cannot access the extender's web interface?
A1: Make sure your computer is connected to the extended network.
A2: Make sure your computer is set to obtain an IP address automatically.
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2
Wait until the
LED Explanation
RE
On: The extender is connected to
the router.
Blinking: WPS connection is in
process.
Off: The extender is not
connected to the router.
Wireless
On/Off: The extender's wireless
function is on or off.
Power
On/Off: The extender is powered
on or off.
Connect
1
Press the WPS button
on your router.
For more information about using WPS on your router, please refer to the router manufacturer's user guide.
Host Network
Extended Network
SSID (Host Network Name)
Password (12345678)
Q3. Why does the RE LED not change to solid state after I completed Option TWO?
A1: You may have entered the incorrect Wi-Fi password of your host network during the configuration. Log into the
extender's web-based interface http://tplinkrepeater.net to check the password and try again.
A2: Reset the extender and go through the configuration again.
Q4. How do I reset the extender?
A: With the extender powered on, use a pin to press the RESET button and all the LEDs should turn on
momentarily, then release the button.
RE
Wireless
Power
Ethernet
2 3
Press the button.
SSID (Host Network Name)
Password (12345678)
(Signal Strength)
Indicates the Wi-Fi connection
between the extender and the
router. More lit LEDs indicate a
better signal strength.
Ethernet
On/Off: The Ethernet port is
connected or not connected.
The RE LED should
change from blinking to
solid 'on', indicating
successful connection.
If not, please use
Option TWO.
RE
Best
5
4
3
≥
3
Good LEDs lit on
2
1
Slow/Unstable
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