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TP-Link TL-WA850RE User Manual

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300Mbps Wi-Fi Range Extender
TL-WA850RE
REV6.0.0 1910012331

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  • Page 1: User Guide

    User Guide 300Mbps Wi-Fi Range Extender TL-WA850RE REV6.0.0 1910012331...
  • Page 2 2. 1. 3. Method 3: Via the TP-Link Tether App....... .
  • Page 3 5. 5. Backup and Restore Configuration Settings ....... . . 27 5.

  • Page 4: About This Guide

    The Quick Installation Guide can be found where you find this guide or inside the package of the range extender. Specifications can be found on the product page at http://www.tp-link.com. A Technical Support Forum is provided for you to discuss our products at http://forum.tp-link.com.

  • Page 5: Chapter 1 Get To Know About Your Extender

    Chapter 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...

  • Page 6: Product Overview

    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. The device also reduces signal interference to ensure reliable Wi-Fi coverage throughout your home or office.

  • Page 7: Led Explanation

    Chapter 1 Get to Know About Your Extender 1 2 1 LED Explanation You can check the extender’s working status by following the LED Explanation table. Name Status Indication The extender is connected or not connected to your router’s On/Off wireless network.

  • Page 8: Chapter 2 Set Up Internet Connection

    Chapter Set Up Internet Connection This chapter informs you 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: • Quick Setup • Position Your Extender...

  • Page 9: Quick Setup

    If the WPS method fails, or if you want to customize the extended network name, refer to Method 2: Via a Web Browser Method 3: Via the TP-Link Tether App. • Since the performance of the extended network will be affected by the distance between the...
  • Page 10 Chapter 2 Set Up Internet Connection 1 ) Unplug the Ethernet cable from your computer (if any). 2 ) Click the Wi-Fi icon on the task bar and connect to the extender’s network: TP-Link_Extender. Connections are available Wireless Network Connection TP-Link_Extender Connect automatically Connect...
  • Page 11 Chapter 2 Set Up Internet Connection 2 ) Select your host router’s 2.4GHz SSID (network name), enter its password (NOT the password you just created for logins), and click Next. 3 ) Either keep the default SSID (network name) or customize it for the extended network, and then click Next.

  • Page 12: Method 3: Via The Tp-Link Tether App

    Position Your Extender. 2 1 3 Method 3: 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.

  • Page 13: Position Your Extender

    Chapter 2 Set Up Internet Connection 4. Create a password for future logins. 5. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the configuration. Tips: You can manage your extender via Tether, such as controlling LEDs, sharing the password of your network and blocking devices. Note: Since the performance of the extended network will be affected by the distance between the extender and host router, we recommend that you relocate your extender by referring to...
  • Page 14 Chapter 2 Set Up Internet Connection 2. Wait until the 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 better signal quality. Best ≥...

  • Page 15: Chapter 3 Customize Your Network

    Chapter 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 • Specify DHCP Server Settings •...

  • Page 16: Check Internet Status

    Chapter 3 Customize Your Network 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.
  • Page 17 Chapter 3 Customize Your Network Visit http://tplinkrepeater.net, and log in with the password you set for the extender. ¾ 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...

  • Page 18: Change Lan Settings

    Chapter 3 Customize Your Network 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. ¾ To hide the SSID of the extended network: 1.

  • Page 19: Specify Dhcp Server Settings

    Chapter 3 Customize Your Network Specify DHCP Server Settings By default, the DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) Server is enabled and the extender acts as a DHCP server; it dynamically assigns TCP/IP parameters to client devices from the IP Address Pool. You can change the settings of the DHCP Server if necessary.

  • Page 20: Adjust Wi-Fi Coverage

    Chapter 3 Customize Your Network 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.
  • Page 21 Chapter 3 Customize Your Network 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...
  • Page 22 Chapter 3 Customize Your Network 2. Click in the Devices in Whitelist table. Enter the Device Name Address. And you can set the Effective Time for a certain entry as needed. 3. Click OK.

  • Page 23: Chapter 4 More Features Of Your Extender

    Chapter More Features of Your Extender This chapter explains how to use the extender as a wireless adapter and as an access point. It contains the following sections: • Use Your Extender as a Wireless Adapter • Transform Your Existing Wired Network to a Wireless One...

  • Page 24: Use Your Extender As A Wireless Adapter

    Chapter 4 More Features of Your Extender Use Your Extender as a Wireless Adapter The extender can be used as a wireless adapter to connect any wired-only device, such as a Blu-ray player, game console, DVR, or smart TV, to your wireless network. After configuration, you can connect an Ethernet-enabled device to the extender via an Ethernet cable.

  • Page 25: To Connect Your Wireless Devices To The Extender Via Wps

    Chapter 4 More Features of Your Extender 4. Visit http://tplinkrepeater.net, and log in with the password you set for the extender. 5. Go to Quick Setup to configure your extender. 1 ) Configure your wireless settings and click Next. 2 ) Confirm the information and click Finish. Now, you can enjoy Wi-Fi. 4 2 2 To Connect Your Wireless Devices to the Extender via WPS Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) provides an easier way to set up a secure Wi-Fi connection.
  • Page 26 Chapter 4 More Features of Your Extender 4. Connect via WPS: • AP’s PIN: Enable AP’s PIN and enter the PIN on your device. You can click Generate to get a new PIN or click Default to restore the PIN to its factory one. •...

  • Page 27: Chapter 5 Manage Your Extender

    Chapter Manage Your Extender This chapter presents how to manage and maintain your extender. It includes the following sections: • Set Up System Time • Control LEDs • Power Schedule • Upgrade the Firmware • Backup and Restore Configuration Settings •...

  • Page 28: Set Up System Time

    Chapter 5 Manage Your Extender Set Up System Time The System Time of the extender will be used for time-based functions 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.

  • Page 29: Power Schedule

    Chapter 5 Manage Your Extender 2. Go to Settings > System Tools > Control. ¾ To specify a time period when LEDs are off: 1. Select Night Mode. 2. Specify a time period in the LED Off Time field, and the LEDs will be off during this period.

  • Page 30: Upgrade The Firmware

    Chapter 5 Manage Your Extender 3. Click Save. Upgrade the Firmware TP-Link is committed to improving product features, giving you a better network experience. You can download the latest firmware file from the Support page of our website www.tp-link.com and upgrade the firmware to the latest version.
  • Page 31 Chapter 5 Manage Your Extender ¾ To backup configuration settings: 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. ¾ To restore configuration settings: 1.

  • Page 32: System Log

    Chapter 5 Manage Your Extender 3. Enter the old password, then the new password twice (both case-sensitive) and click Save. 4. Use the new password for future logins. System Log If the extender is not working normally, you can save the system log and send it to our technical support team.
  • Page 33 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 >...
  • Page 34 To solve this problem, please follow the steps below: 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.
  • Page 35 Specifications are subject to change without notice. is 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 36 FCC compliance information statement Product Name: 300Mbps Wi-Fi Range Extender Model Number: TL-WA850RE 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-link.com/us/ Tel: +1 626 333 0234 Fax: +1 909 527 6803 E-mail: sales.usa@tp-link.com...
  • Page 37 20 cm from all persons and must not be co- located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.” 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.
  • Page 38 2400 MHz -2483.5 MHz (20dBm) 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 and 2011/65/EU. 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...

  • Page 39: Industry Canada Statement

    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 당해 무선설비는 운용중 전파혼신 가능성이 있음. NCC Notice &...

  • Page 40: Safety Information

    Продукт сертифіковано згідно с правилами системи УкрСЕПРО на відповідність вимогам нормативних документів та вимогам, що передбачені чинними законодавчими актами України. Safety Information • Keep the device away from water, fire, humidity or hot environments. • Do not attempt to disassemble, repair, or modify the device. •...

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