TP-Link RE580D Quick Installation Manual page 2

Option TWO
Using the RE (WPS) Button
WPS is an easier way to extend your host network. You are recommended to use this method if your host router has a
WPS button. The button might look like one of these:
1
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.
3
Relocate
1. Plug in the extender halfway between your wireless router (Host Network) and the Wi-Fi dead zone.
2. Wait for the extender to reconnect and the
Enjoy!
Both extended networks share the
Entertainment Adapter
The extender can be used as a wireless adapter to connect any Ethernet-only
device such as a Blu-ray player, game console, DVR, or smart TV to your
Wi-Fi network.
First, connect the extender to your router using Option ONE or Option TWO.
Then connect the extender to your Ethernet-only device via an Ethernet cable.
Ethernet
Connection
Smart TV Game Console Desktop
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1. What should I do if I cannot access the extender's web management page?
A1. If your computer is wirelessly connected, make sure that you have connected to the extender's SSID.
If your computer is connected via an Ethernet cable, please make sure that the connection is stable.
A2. Make sure your computer is set to obtain an IP address and DNS server address automatically.
A3. Verify that http://tplinkrepeater.net is correctly entered in the web browser and press Enter.
Q2. What should I do when the
A. It depends on your router's capabilities. If you are connecting to a dual-band router but only
2.4GHz or 5GHz LED is on, then press the WPS button on the router and on the extender again to
connect the other band.
. Otherwise, please refer to Option ONE.
2
LED turns solid blue. If not, relocate it closer to the router to achieve better signal quality.
Host Network
Router
same SSIDs (network names)
Router
LED is on, but only one band is connected?
Connect
1 Press the WPS button on your router, and then press the RE button on
your extender.
2 If you are connecting the extender to a dual-band router but only
5GHz or 2.4GHz LED is on, repeat Step 1 to connect the other band.
For more information about using WPS on your router, please refer to the router manufacturer's user guide.
Some ISP gateways disable the WPS function by default. If the WPS method fails, please refer to Option ONE.
Extended Network
Ideal Extender Placement
passwords
and as those of your host networks.
TP-LINK Tether App
Tether provides a simple, intuitive way to access and manage your extender with
your iOS or Android devices.
Tether
1. Download the Tether app from the App Store or Google Play.
How to 2. Ensure your device is wirelessly connected to the extender or
to the host router.
begin?
3. Launch the app and start managing your extended network.
Q3. Why the LED doesn't change to solid after completing Option ONE?
A1. You may have entered the incorrect Wi-Fi password of your host network during the configuration.
Please log into the extender's web management page to check the password and try again.
A2. If the LED still doesn't change to solid, please reset the extender and go through the configuration
again.
Q4. How can I reset the extender?
A. While the extender is powered on, use a pin to press and hold the Reset button until all the LEDs turn
on momentarily, and then release the button.
Clients
Setup the extender Modify current settings
Turn on/off LED
Block unwelcome devices
on the phone
The LED
should change from
blinking to solid,
indicating that WPS
connection was
successful.
If not, please refer
to Option ONE.
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