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- Page 1 User Guide AC1900 MU-MIMO Wi-Fi Range Extender / RE550 AC1750 Wi-Fi Range Extender / RE450 REV4.0.0 1910012825...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Chapter 4. TP-Link Cloud Service ........22... - Page 3 5. 7. Adjust Wi-Fi Coverage ............35 Chapter 6.
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Page 4: About This Guide
Specifications can be found on the product page at https://www.tp-link.com. TP-Link Community is provided for you to discuss our products and share knowledge at https://community.tp-link.com. Our Technical Support contact information can be found at the Contact Technical Support page at https://www.tp-link.com/support/. -
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
1. 1. 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. Easy Installation & Quick Position The extender works with any standard wireless router. -
Page 7: Port And Button Description
Chapter 1 Get to Know About Your Extender You can check the extender’s working status by following the LED Explanation table. Name Status Indication The extender is connected to your router’s wireless network Solid blue and is in a suitable location. The extender is experiencing poor signal strength. - Page 8 Chapter 1 Get to Know About Your Extender Ports or Buttons Description Power Button Press for 1 second to turn on or off the extender. LED Button Press for 1 second to turn on or off all LEDs. Reset (Hole) Use a pin to press and hold for 1 second to reset the extender.
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Page 9: Chapter 2. Set Up Internet Connection
Chapter Set Up Internet Connection This chapter introduces 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: • Power on the Extender • Set Up the Extender... -
Page 10: Power On The Extender
2. For safety, only plug the extender in upright directions as shown below. 2. 2. Set Up the Extender There are three ways to set up the extender: via the TP-Link Tether app, via a web browser, or via the WPS button. 2. 2. 1. - Page 11 Chapter 2 Set Up Internet Connection 3. Tap the icon on the upper-right corner and select Range Extender. 4. Follow app instructions to set up your extender. 5. (Optional) Enable Join OneMesh to copy the router’s wireless settings for seamless roaming.
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Page 12: Method 2: Via A Web Browser
Chapter 2 Set Up Internet Connection 2 ) Wait for about 2 minutes until the Signal LED turns solid blue. If it doesn’t, relocate the extender closer to the router to achieve better signal quality. Blue: Suitable location Red: Too far from router Router Devices Halfway... - Page 13 Chapter 2 Set Up Internet Connection Wi-Fi: On Turn Wi-Fi O TP-Link_Extender Join Other Network... Create Network... Open Network Preferences... 2. Follow the instructions of the Quick Setup Wizard to connect the extender to your host router. 1 ) Launch a web browser, enter http://tplinkrepeater.net http://192.168.0.254 the address bar, and then create a password to log in.
- Page 14 5 ) Either keep the default SSIDs (network names) or customize them for the extended networks, and then click NEXT. Tip: If you connect the extender to a TP-Link OneMesh router, the extender will automatically join the router’s OneMesh network and copy the router’s wireless settings. For more information, refer to OneMesh with Seamless...
- Page 15 Chapter 2 Set Up Internet Connection 6 ) Follow web instructions to relocate your extender for optimal Wi-Fi coverage and performance, and then click DONE. Enjoy! Connect to the extended network and enjoy the internet.
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Page 16: Method 3: Via The Wps Button
Set Up Internet Connection Tip: If you connect the extender to a TP-Link OneMesh router and a success screen as below appears at the end of the setup, the extender has successfully joined the router’s OneMesh network and copied the router’s wireless settings. - Page 17 Note: If the LED does not turn solid on, try again or refer to Method 1: Via the TP-Link Tether App Method 2: Via a Web Browser. 3. (Optional) If the extender connects to a dual band router, repeat steps 1 and 2 above to connect to the other band.
- Page 18 Chapter 2 Set Up Internet Connection Tip: • If you want to customize the extended network name, refer to Configure Wireless Network. • If you cannot find the network names with _EXT in your Wi-Fi network list, this means that the extender has been connected to a OneMesh router and automatically copied its wireless settings.
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Page 19: Chapter 3. Onemesh With Seamless Roaming
Chapter OneMesh with Seamless Roaming This chapter introduces the TP-Link OneMesh feature. It contains the following sections: • What‘s a OneMesh Network • How to Set Up a OneMesh Network • Remove Extender from OneMesh Network... -
Page 20: What's A Onemesh Network
Set up a OneMesh network with a push of WPS buttons. Manage all network devices on the Tether app or at your router’s web management page. To check full list of TP-Link OneMesh devices, scan the QR code, or visit https://www.tp-link.com/One-Mesh/compatibility. -
Page 21: How To Set Up A Onemesh Network
3. 2. How to Set Up a OneMesh Network Once the extender is connected to a TP-Link OneMesh router via web browser or WPS button, the extender will automatically join the router’s OneMesh network and copy the router’s wireless settings. You can manually join a OneMesh network during the configuration via the TP-Link Tether app. -
Page 22: Method 2: Via A Web Browser
Chapter 3 OneMesh with Seamless Roaming 3. 2. 2. Method 2: Via a Web Browser 1. Visit http://tplinkrepeater.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the extender. 2. Go to Settings > OneMesh and enable Join OneMesh. -
Page 23: Remove Extender From Onemesh Network
OneMesh network. 3. Click Remove Device. 3. 3. 2. Method 2: Via a Web Browser 1. Visit http://tplinkrepeater.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the extender. 2. Go to Settings > OneMesh and disable Join OneMesh. - Page 24 Chapter 3 OneMesh with Seamless Roaming...
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Page 25: Chapter 4. Tp-Link Cloud Service
TP-Link Cloud service provides a better way to manage your cloud devices. Log in to your cloud device with a TP-Link ID, and you can easily monitor and manage your home network when you are out and about via the Tether app on your smartphone or tablet. -
Page 26: Register A Tp-Link Id
Manage the User TP-Link IDs. • Once you have registered a TP-Link ID on the web management page, you can only register another TP- Link ID via the Tether APP. Please refer to Manage the Extender via the TP-Link Tether App to install the app and register a new one. -
Page 27: Manage The User Tp-Link Ids
2. Enter the current password, then a new password twice. And click Save. 4. 3. Manage the User TP-Link IDs The TP-Link ID used to log in to the extender for the first time will be automatically bound as the Admin account. -
Page 28: Add Tp-Link Id To Manage The Extender
3. Click , enter another TP-Link ID as needed and click Save. Note: If you need another TP-Link ID, please register a new one via the Tether app. Please refer to Manage the Extender via the TP-Link Tether App to install the app and register a new TP-Link ID. -
Page 29: Manage The Extender Via The Tp-Link Tether App
Tether” or simply scan the QR code to download and install the app. 2. Launch the Tether app and log in with your TP-Link ID. Note: If you don’t have a TP-Link ID, create one first. 3. Connect your device to the extender’s or host router’s wireless network. -
Page 30: Chapter 5. 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 31: 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 your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the extender. 2. Go to Network Map to view the internet status of your extender. -
Page 32: Configure Wireless Network
If you want to extend another host network after Quick Setup, you can refer to this section. Moreover, you can change the wireless settings for your extended networks. Visit http://tplinkrepeater.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the extender. - Page 33 Chapter 5 Customize Your Network • To enable or disable the extended network: 1. Go to Wireless > Extended Network. 2. Extended networks are enabled by default. If you want to disable the wireless function of a certain band, just clear the Enable checkbox.
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Page 34: Change Lan Settings
If the IP address conflicts with another device on your local network or your network requires a specific IP subnet, you can change it. 1. Visit http://tplinkrepeater.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the extender. 2. Go to Settings >... -
Page 35: Set High Speed Mode
Additionally, if you are going to disable the 2.4GHz network, it’s recommended to first make sure all your wireless devices support 5GHz network connection. 1. Visit http://tplinkrepeater.net and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the extender. 2. Go to Settings >... -
Page 36: Set Access Control
Access Control is not available when your range extender is in a OneMesh network, where it automatically synchronizes network settings from your host router. 1. Visit http://tplinkrepeater.net and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the extender. 2. Go to Settings >... - Page 37 Chapter 5 Customize Your Network 1. Select Blacklist and click Add. 2. Select the device to be blocked in the Add Devices table. 3. Click and the selected device(s) will be added to the Devices in Blacklist table. • To permit specific device(s): 1.
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Page 38: 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 your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the extender. 2. Go to Settings >... - Page 39 Chapter 5 Customize Your Network 4. Click SAVE.
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Page 40: Chapter 6. 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 41: Use Your Extender As A Wireless Adapter
The extender can work as an access point, transforming your existing wired network to a wireless one. 6. 2. 1. To Set Up the Extender as an Access Point 1. Visit http://tplinkrepeater.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the extender. 2. Click Change Mode in the top right corner of the page. -
Page 42: To Connect Your Wireless Devices To The Extender Via Wps
Chapter 6 More Features of Your Extender 5. Go to Settings > Quick Setup to configure your extender. 1 ) Customize your wireless SSID and password and click NEXT. 2 ) Confirm the information and click FINISH. 6. Connect the extender to your modem or wired router via an Ethernet cable. Now you can enjoy Wi-Fi. - Page 43 Wireless devices that support WPS, including Android phones, tablets, and most USB network cards, can be connected to your extender through this method (not supported by iOS devices). 1. Visit http://tplinkrepeater.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the extender. 2. Go to Wireless >...
- Page 44 Chapter 6 More Features of Your Extender • Push AP’s WPS button: Press the AP’s WPS button, then enable WPS on your device within 2 minutes.
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Page 45: Chapter 7. Manage Your Extender
Chapter Manage Your Extender This chapter presents how to manage and maintain your extender. It includes the following sections: • Set System Time • Control LEDs • Set Power Schedule • Upgrade the Firmware • Backup and Restore Configuration Settings •... -
Page 46: Set System Time
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. Visit http://tplinkrepeater.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the extender. -
Page 47: Control Leds
The LEDs of the extender indicate its activities and status. You can turn off LEDs when you don’t need them. 1. Visit http://tplinkrepeater.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the extender. 2. Go to Settings >... -
Page 48: Upgrade The Firmware
Settings to modify the time. 3. Click SAVE. 7. 4. 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 at our website www.tp-link.com... -
Page 49: Online Upgrade
Chapter 7 Manage Your Extender 7. 4. 1. Online Upgrade 1. Visit http://tplinkrepeater.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the extender. 2. Go to Settings > System Tools > Firmware Upgrade. 3. Click CHECK FOR UPGRADE and follow the web instructions to upgrade online. - Page 50 Chapter 7 Manage Your Extender 1. Visit http://tplinkrepeater.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the extender. 2. Go to Settings > System Tools > Backup & Restore. • To backup configuration settings: Click BACK UP to save a copy of the current settings to your local computer.
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Page 51: Reboot The Extender
7. 6. Reboot the Extender You can reboot your extender to clear cache and enhance running performance if needed. 1. Visit http://tplinkrepeater.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the extender. 2. Go to Settings >... -
Page 52: Change Login Password
Change Login Password The account management feature allows you to change your login username and password of the web management webpage. 1. Visit http://tplinkrepeater.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the extender. 2. Go to Settings >... - Page 53 Chapter 7 Manage Your Extender...
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Page 54: Faq
FACTORY RESTORE. Q2. What should I do if I forget my login password? • If you are using a TP-Link ID to log in, or you have enabled the Password Recovery feature of the extender, click Forgot Password? on the login page and then follow the instructions to reset it. - Page 55 • Reset the extender and try again. Q5. I have enabled wireless MAC filter, wireless access control, or access control list (ACL) on my router. What should I do before configuring the extender? When a device connects through the extender to your router, the MAC address of the device shown on the router is translated to another MAC address.
- Page 56 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 57 Product Name: AC1900 MU-MIMO Wi-Fi Range Extender/AC1750 Wi-Fi Range Extender Model Number: RE550/RE450 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 58 This device is restricted in indoor environment only. 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 59 5250 MHz -5350 MHz (23dBm) 5470 MHz -5725 MHz (30dBm) 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, 2011/65/EU and (EU)2015/863. 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 60 1. l’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage; 2. l’utilisateur de l’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, meme si le brouillage est susceptible d’en compromettre le fonctionnement. Caution: 1. The device for operation in the band 5150–5250 MHz is only for indoor use to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel mobile satellite systems;...
- Page 61 This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body. Déclaration d’exposition aux radiations: Cet équipement est conforme aux limites d’exposition aux rayonnements IC établies pour un environnement non contrôlé.
- Page 62 外殼 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ 電源供應板 − ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ 其他及其配件 − ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ 備考1. "超出0.1 wt %" 及 "超出0.01 wt %" 系指限用物質之百分比含量超出百分比含量 基準值。 備考2. "○"系指該項限用物質之百分比含量未超出百分比含量基準值。 備考3. " − " 系指該項限用物質為排除項目。 Продукт сертифіковано згідно с правилами системи УкрСЕПРО на відповідність вимогам...
- Page 63 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. Explanations of the symbols on the product label Symbol Explanation...