TP-Link RE200 User Manual

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Plug the extender into a power outlet next to your router. Wait until

its Power LED turns solid on.

Power On

Quick Installation Guide

Range Extender

Next to

Relocate

Set Up

1. Plug in the extender about halfway between your router and the Wi-Fi dead

zone. The location you choose must be within the range of your router.

2. Wait for about 2 minutes until the LED turns solid green. If it doesn't,

relocate the extender closer to the router to achieve better signal quality.

Enjoy!

Connect your devices to the extender wirelessly or via an Ethernet cable,

then enjoy the internet. The password of your extended network is the

same as your host router.

Tip: For more intuitive location assistance, access extender settings via the Tether app and go to

Tools > Location Assistant.

Tip: You can also set up the extender in Access Point mode to transform your existing wired

network to a wireless one. For details, refer to the user guide at https://www.tp-link.com/support.

Laptop

Smartphone

Tablet

Smart TV

Game Console

Desktop

Via the Tether App

1. Get the up-to-date Tether app from the

Apple App Store or Google Play, or simply

scan the QR code.

Via the Tether App

4. Follow app instructions to complete the setup.

The LED should turn solid on, indicating

successful connection to your router.

Note: If the LED does not turn solid on, please

refer to FAQ > Q2.

2. Launch the Tether app and log in with your

TP-Link ID. If you don’t have an account,

create one first.

Welcome to Tether

TP-Link ID (Email)

Password

3. Tap the button and select Range Extender.

My Devices

No devices found.

Choose your device type

Archer AX11000

Archer C5400X

Range Extender

Router

Tether

Scan for Tether

Note: If you cannot find your device, please refer to

FAQ > Q1.

For more details, please refer to the user guide at

https://www.tp-link.com/support/download/.

More Setup Methods

Via a Web Browser

1. Connect your computer or smartphone to

the extender’s network TP-Link_Extender.

2. Visit http://tplinkrepeater.net or

http://192.168.0.254 in a web browser.

Create a password to log in.

3. Follow web instructions to complete the setup.

2. Within 2 minutes, press the WPS button on the

extender for 1 second. The LED should

change from blinking to solid on, indicating

successful connection.

1. Press the WPS button on your router.

Via the WPS Button

3. If the extender connects to a dual band router,

repeat steps 1 and 2 to connect to the other

band.

Extended Network Names:

Router’s network name with

_EXT

at the end

Same as your OneMesh router

(See back for OneMesh details)

Passwords:

Same as your router

Setup with videos

Scan the QR code, or visit

https://www.tp-link.com/support/setup-video/#range-extenders

and search for the setup video of your model.

Solid On

*Images may dier from actual product.

Solid On

Router Devices

Halfway

Green: Suitable location

Red: Too far from router

Wi-Fi

TP-Link_Extender

CHOOSE A NETWORK...

Other...

< Settings

My Devices

Local Device

RExxx

XX-XX-XX-X X-X X-XX

Q1. What should I do if the Tether app cannot nd my device during

setup?

Try another method by following the steps below:

1. Connect your smartphone to the extender’s network TP-Link_Extender.

2. Launch the Tether app, and select your extender.

3. Follow app instructions to complete the setup.

If you are still having problems, contact our technical support.

Q2. What should I do if the LED doesn’t turn solid on after

completing setup via the Tether app or web browser?

You may have entered incorrect Wi-Fi password for your host router during the

conguration. Check the password and try again.

Make sure the extender is close to your router, preferably within 16 feet, and away

from large electrical appliances.

If you have enabled wireless MAC ltering, wireless access control, or access

control list (ACL) on your router, disable them rst, then follow any method on the

front page to complete the conguration.

Try setting it up via the WPS button.

Reset the extender and go through the conguration again.

If you are still having problems, contact our technical support.

Q3. How do I reset the extender?

With the extender powered on, use a pin to press the RESET button for 1 second.

The extender will reboot.

Safety Information

Keep the device away from water, re, humidity or hot environments.

Do not attempt to disassemble, repair, or modify the device. If you need service, please

Do not use the device where wireless devices are not allowed.

The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.

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.

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 https://www.tp-link.com/en/ce.

For technical support, the user guide and other information, please

visit https://www.tp-link.com/support/, or simply scan the QR code.

If you have any suggestions or needs for our product guides, you

are welcome to email techwriter@tp-link.com.cn.

To communicate with TP-Link users or engineers, please join the

TP-Link Community at https://community.tp-link.com.

Tip: If you have connected to the extender’s Wi-Fi but still cannot nd your device, try turning o

your cellular data.

Method 2: Via a Web Browser

Method 1: Via the Tether App

1. Connect your computer or smartphone to the extender’s network

If you are

using a computer, unplug the Ethernet cable if any.

2. Launch a web browser, enter http://tplinkrepeater.net in the address bar, and

3. Manage the extender as needed.

1. Connect your smartphone to the extender‘s or router’s network.

2. Launch the Tether app, select your extender, and log in.

3. Manage the extender as needed.

Manage the Extender

After setup, you can manage the extender via any of the methods below.

Note: If your extender and router use the same network name, Method 1 is recommended.

TP-Link OneMeshTM router and extenders work together to form one unied

Wi-Fi network. Walk through your home and stay connected with the fastest

possible speeds thanks to OneMesh’s seamless coverage.

OneMeshTM with Seamless Roaming

Seamless Roaming

Devices automatically switch between your router and extenders as you move through your

home for the fastest possible speeds.

Unied Wi-Fi Network

Router and extenders share the same wireless settings, including network name, password,

access control settings and more.

Easy Setup and Management

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.

LED Explanation

The extender is connected or not connected to the

5GHz wireless network of your host router.

5GHz

LED Status Indication (For Range Extender Mode)

On/O

The extender is connected or not connected to the

2.4GHz wireless network of your host router.

2.4GHz On/O

The Ethernet port is connected or not connected

to a powered-on device.

(Ethernet) On/O

The extender is on or o.

The system is starting up or rmware is being

upgraded.

(Power)

On/O

Blinking

WPS connection is established.

WPS connection

is in progress

WPS connection has been established for more

than 5 minutes or WPS connection failed.

(WPS)

Blinking

O

The extender is connected to your router’s wireless

network and is in a suitable location.

The extender is experiencing poor signal strength.

Try relocating it closer to your router.

No wireless connection is established.

(Signal)

Solid green

Solid red

O

5GHz

2.4GHz

Signal

Ethernet

Power

WPS

RESET