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TP-Link RE580D User Manual

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19100112
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Easy Wi-Fi Extension
Flexible Placement
AC
1900
Wi-Fi Range Extender
RE580D
1910011262
REV 1.0.0

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  • Page 1 19100112 Easy Wi-Fi Extension Flexible Placement 1900 Wi-Fi Range Extender RE580D 1910011262 REV 1.0.0...
  • Page 2 COPYRIGHT & TRADEMARKS Specifications are subject to change without notice. a registered trademark of TP-LINK TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD. Other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. No part of the specifications may be reproduced in any form or by any means or used to make any derivative such as translation, transformation, or adaptation without permission from TP-LINK TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD.
  • Page 3 responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the FCC STATEMENT 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. 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.
  • Page 4 network and service supply (not for Country Restriction Reason/remark spectrum) Bulgaria None General authorization required for Russian Federation No info outdoor use and public service Note: Operations in the 5.15-5.25GHz band are restricted to indoor usage France Outdoor use limited to Military Radiolocation use.

  • Page 5: Industry Canada Statement

    er (e.i.r.p.) is not more than that permitted for successful communication. 注意！ 依據 低功率電波輻射性電機管理辦法 Industry Canada Statement 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 Complies with the Canadian ICES-003 Class B specifications. 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。 Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 第十四條...

  • Page 6: Safety Information

    Продукт сертифіковано згідно с правилами системи УкрСЕПРО на відповідність вимогам нормативних документів та вимогам, що передбачені чинними законодавчими актами України. 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.
  • Page 7 TP-LINK TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD The product carries the CE Mark: DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY For the following equipment: Product Description: AC1900 Wi-Fi Range Extender Person responsible for marking this declaration: Model No.: RE580D Trademark: TP-LINK We declare under our own responsibility that the above products satisfy all...

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    Introduction ................ 1 Change the Extender’s IP Address ........20 Product Overview ..............1 DHCP Server ................20 What can your Extender do ..........1 Settings ................20 Support for the 802.11ac wireless technology ..... 1 View the DHCP Client List ..........21 Main Features ...............

  • Page 9: Introduction

    Even though you may not be familiar with the extender, you can easily configure it with the help of this guide. Before installing the extender, please look through this guide to get the full information of the RE580D AC1900 Wi-Fi Range Extender.

  • Page 10: Main Features

    Appearance Main Features Complies with IEEE 802.11ac  Provides multiple encryption security Types including: 64/128-bit WEP and  WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK Supports Built-in DHCP server  Supports Firmware Upgrade  Supports Web-based Management  LEDs Ports Buttons Introduction...
  • Page 11 Reset Button: This button is used to restore the extender’s factory default LED Explanation  settings. Name Status Indication There are two ways to reset the extender: Option One: With the extender powered on, use a pin to press the RESET extender established secure...

  • Page 12: Connect The Extender To The Internet

    No Obstacles and Spacious - Clear obstacles in the way between ● RE580D and Wireless router. It’s better to locate it in a spacious place, such as near the corridors. No Interference - Choose a location away from Bluetooth devices and ●...

  • Page 13: Basic Requirements

    Quick Setup Using WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) Your router should support WPS. Otherwise, please use Using Basic Requirements your web browser. Place your extender in a well-ventilated place far from direct sunlight, Power On  any heater or heating vent. Plug the extender into an electrical outlet near your router, and wait until Leave at least 2 inches (5cm) space around the device for heat ...
  • Page 14 change from flashing to solid, If the RE LED does not  please refer to Using your Web Browser. Some ISP gateways disable the WPS function by  default, if the WPS method fails, please refer to Using your Web Browser.

  • Page 15: Using Your Web Browser

    Using your Web Browser Power On Plug the extender into an electrical outlet near your router, and wait until the Power LED is lit and solid blue. Connecting via Wireless ● Disconnect the Ethernet (wired) connection to your computer. Click the Wi-Fi icon on the taskbar and connect to the extender's network (e.g.
  • Page 16 Per FCC regulations, all Wi-Fi products marketed in the Configure U.S. are fixed to the U.S. region. Create a new username and password to log in the web management page, then click Confirm. Select your region,then click Next. Connect the Extender to the Internet...
  • Page 17 Select your router's 2.4GHz host network and enter the password, Select your router's 5GHz host network and enter the password, then then click Next. click Next. If your router does not support 5GHz wireless network, please click Skip to continue. Connect the Extender to the Internet...
  • Page 18 Either keep the same SSIDs as your host network or create new Verify your wireless settings and click Finish. The corresponding names for the extended networks, then click Next. LEDs (2.4GHz and 5GHz) should turn on and stay solid. Connect the Extender to the Internet...
  • Page 19 Relocate Plug the extender into an electrical outlet about halfway between your router (Host Network) and the Wi-Fi dead zone. 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...

  • Page 20: View The Information Of The Extender

    View the Extender’s Current Status Launch a web browser and type in http://tplinkrepeater.net, then go to View the Information of Settings > Status webpage. You can view the network connection in the Status webpage. the Extender The normal status. ● The extender is failed to connect to the wireless network of your router.

  • Page 21: View The Information About The Host Network, The Extender And The Clients

    View the Information about the Host Network, the Extender and the Clients Instructions for the icons of 2.4GHz/5GHz wireless status: Name Instructions Launch a web browser and type in http://tplinkrepeater.net, then go to Settings > Status webpage. The wireless is on and encrypted. Click the icons of your router, the extender and clients.

  • Page 22: Manage The Extended Network And Security Settings

    Extend another Network If you want to extend another network, you can refer to the following steps to finish it quickly. Manage the Extended Launch a web browser and type in http://tplinkrepeater.net，then go to Settings->Wireless->Connect to Network webpage. Network and Security Enable Connect to 2.4GHz/5GHz Network.
  • Page 23 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 fill in. If the host network is encrypted, enter the password in the box of the host wireless security. If the network you want to extend is on but not shown in the list, please try by following the steps below.

  • Page 24: Extender Settings

    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 not, relocate it closer to the router to achieve a good (or better) signal quality.

  • Page 25: Manage The Extender's Wi-Fi Security Settings

    Manage the Extender’s Wi-Fi Click Save to save the settings. Security Settings Control the Wireless Devices Access to the Extender Change your Admin Account The Access Control function controls the devices connected to the extender by Launch a web browser and type in http://tplinkrepeater.net, then go to the wireless connection.
  • Page 26 Add the device to the blacklist by following the 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 icon to add the device to the blacklist.

  • Page 27: Modify/Remove Device In Blacklist/Whitelist

    Click OK to save your settings. Modify or Remove a Device in the Blacklist/Whitelist Launch a web browser and type in http://tplinkrepeater.net, then go to Settings->Wireless-> Access Control webpage. Click the Add button. You can modify or remove the devices in the Blacklist or Whitelist. Modify a Device in the Blacklist or Whitelist.

  • Page 28: Change The Extender's Ip Address

    Change the Extender’s IP Subnet: Enter the subnet mask in dotted-decimal notation that  determines the size of the network (255.255.255.0 by default). Address 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 By default, the extender is set to obtain an IP address automatically from the address of your router.

  • Page 29: View The Dhcp Client List

    When the DHCP Server is On, please make sure that IP Address Pool, Primary DNS (Optional): Enter the DNS IP address provided by  Default Gateway for the DHCP server and LAN IP address are in the same your ISP. segmengt as the router.
  • Page 30 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 allocated to the client  by the DHCP server. Lease Time: The time duration that the IP address is leased to the ...

  • Page 31: More Functions

    Entertainment Adapter More Functions More The extender RE580D 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. Functions After the extender connected to the Internet, you can connect an Ethernet- enabled device to the extender using an Ethernet cable.

  • Page 32: Manage The Extender

    LED Control LED Control can turn off the LEDs at the specific time . The extender can still work normally after the LEDs are off. Launch a web browser and type in http://tplinkrepeater.net, then go to Settings-> System Tools -> Time Settings webpage. Select the Time Manage the Extender Zone of your location.

  • Page 33: Firmware Upgrade

    LED Off Time: Set the time to turn off the LEDs. ● Please DO NOT power off the extender during the Click Save to save your settings. upgrade process. Firmware Upgrade Backup & Restore Launch a web browser and type in http://tplinkrepeater.net，then go to Settings->System Tools->Firmware Upgrade webpage.

  • Page 34: Factory Defaults

    Please DO NOT power off the extender during the backup process. Configuration Restore ● Click Browse to locate and select your backup file. Click Restore and then Factory Restore will erase all settings that you have configured YES to restore the extender. The restore process may take a few minutes for the extender.

  • Page 35: Reboot

    Reboot Launch a web browser and type in http://tplinkrepeater.net. Click Reboot on the top right corner to reboot the extender. Logout Launch a web browser and type in http://tplinkrepeater.net. Click Logout on the top right corner to log out the management webpage You can also click the following buttons to apply the settings.

  • Page 36: Appendix

    Factory Defaults Name Status Appendix Appendix Appendix Common Default Settings AppendixAppendix Username admin Password admin IP Address 192.168.0.254 Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0 This chapter covers the following topics: Domain http://tplinkrepeater.net Factory Defaults  Wireless Troubleshooting  Specifications  2.4GHz: TP-LINK_Extender_2.4GHz SSID Glossary ...

  • Page 37: Troubleshooting

    RESET button until all LEDs turn on momentarily, then release the button. An easy way is to compare the signal strength of your target wireless network (symbolized by its SSID), with RE580D in operation vs. out of Option Two: Restore the default settings from “System Tools > Restore ●...

  • Page 38: Specifications

    Specifications Working Temperature 0℃~40℃ (32℉~104℉) 10% ~ 90% RH, Non-condensing Working Humidity General IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE Storage Temperature -40℃~70℃(-40℉~158℉) Standards and 802.11n, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE Protocols 802.1x, IEEE 802.11e, IEEE 802.11i, IEEE 5% ~ 95% RH, Non-condensing Storage Humidity 802.11ac, TCP/IP, DHCP Safety &...
  • Page 39 station" that can connect a wired LAN to one or many wireless devices. WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access) - WPA is a security technology for wireless ● Access points can also bridge to each other. networks that improves on the authentication and encryption features of WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy).

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