The TP-link wifi extender is the type of device which provides better performance and stable connection to the customer’s computer, laptop, and any other device. This device helps to extend the power of transferring signals of the router in the long areas. The connection type of the device is Ethernet cable and wifi to attach the device with wired and wireless connection respectively. Sigal band is the frequency band class of this wireless range extender and the operating system of the device is the windows, Mac OS, Windows 7, and Linux.
The repeater has the data transferring speed with the wifi connection is 300Mbps. This device has indicator LED lights for alerting and giving information regarding the performance, connection, and network signals. It is very easy to control this device through the TPlink mobile app. All the settings and features are available on the app, also you can check the connection and signal strength. 6.6 x 10.92 x 7.62 cm is the dimensions of this device. The GSM frequency of this device is 2.4GHz, this frequency helps to connect the device with the power attachment.
Steps to start the TP-link wifi extender perfectly
The start and establish the connection with the computer and laptop is very easy with the perfect information and proper guidance. Read these steps to make ready your extender for working with the router.
Placement of the device
- First, open the packed box of the device.
- Then, take out the device from the box and you need to first read the manual and all the pages of the envelope.
- After that, you need to choose the location for plugging the device.
- Place your device within the range of the router for extending the signals of the router.
- Also, cannot place your device near the electronic appliance, metal things, and many more.
- After that, plug the device into the wall electric outlet to turn ON the device.
Using the WPS button
- Turn ON the device to plug the device into the switch.
- And also, turn ON the router.
- After that, press the WPS button of the router and extender at the same time to connect the devices together.
- Then, the lights of the device converted into solid blue.
- Next, make the connection of the extender with the computer.
Establish connection with computer
There are two methods of connecting the computer with the repeater to access the internet connection. One method is wifi, in this, you do not need to use the cables. Another method is ethernet cable, in this method, the ethernet provides a stable connection as compared to the wireless.
- Turn ON the wifi of your computer and laptop.
- Then, open the network setting of the PC.
- After that, click on the extender network icon.
- In the next step, enter the TP-link password.
- Then, tap on the connect option and the connection is successful.
- Another method, connect the computer and booster to each other through the Ethernet cable.
- After that, open the computer network list, and select the device network name.
- After clicking on that option, text the security key.
Enjoying the connection is successful in the limited time with the PC. follow all the steps perfectly.
What are the ways to configure the TP-link wifi extender?
There are a few ways to configure the device because all the information related to this is given here in the underlined steps. Follow all the steps line by line and do not try to miss any step. If any step is missed from the process, the process will be halved.
- Open the web browser and http://tplinkrepeater.net use this to open the web page of the TPlink extender.
- It login automatically, then, creates a new password and a username for better security and privacy from the traffic.
- Tap on the conform.
- After that, select the one dual-band 2.4GHz frequency from the 5GHz and 2.4GHz, and text the password.
- Click on the next.
- Text the SSID and accommodate the extended network of extenders.
- Then, again click the next.
- Confirm all the settings and finish this process with one click.
- After that, all the LED lights will turn into solid green or blue.
All the steps of this process are mandatory and do not try to turn OFF the device from the button while configuring.
TP-link wifi extender is not connecting, how does it work?
To begin with, this situation happens when your extender is out of the range of the router network. To solve this issue, you need to change the location of the extender. First, place your router in that place in your home where the internet signals are good. Then, locate your extender in the dead zone, where the network is not available to access the internet connection like a basement.
How can we solve the problem of weak signals?
You need to reset the device for superior performance and strong signals. The reset process has the capability to solve all the problems related to the repeater. To reset the device, you need to find the reset hole on the device. When the hole is founded, take the PIN of the pen and pencil to insert it into the hole. After inserting, hole the PIN for 10-15 seconds to start the process and do not process any button during this process. When the light is turned OFF, the reset process will start and when the light is turned ON the process will be completed.
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Review
The TP-link wifi extender is a wonderful device and it is very easy to install and set up the device with the help of the TPlink mobile app. All the features and settings are also available on the device and you can also solve any problem related to the deuce through the app. You can access the device from anywhere aid of the app. You can learn the work procedure of the device from the manual procedure and I also learned it here, when I purchased this device. I did not know about that device. This device is working well till now and I advised you to purchase this device.
Questions
Is this device waterproof?
No.
What is the coverage of this device?
The coverage of this TPlink wireless range extender is 2400sq.ft.
Can I enjoy the fastest net service with a distance of 15 feet?
Yes.
Is it compatible with Amazon Alexa?
No. There is no need to connect to Alexa, you can give commands through the app.
Can the TPlink wifi extender be able to extend the mobile hotspot network?
I think yes, but do not try this.
What is the default IP address for the range extender?
The default IP address for the admin is 192.168. 1.1/192.168. 1.254/192.168. 0.254.
What is the best and most reliable method to reset the TPlink repeater?
The best method to start the process is to reset the button without login the device into the web browser. You need to hold the button for just 10-15 seconds when the LED lights go to turn OFF, the process will start.
Is it the TPlink extender in the top ten list?
Yes.