@@TPLINKTECH same problem here. No internet, but connected to wi-fi. Why would the router block an extender but not any other device? I was told in the show where I bought the router and the extender that it was just plug and play. Done in 1 minute they said. Now it has taken 4 hours of my time and it still will not work. Why is this sold as user friendly when the user is expected to go into menus and change this and that, give access to this and that.....tech talk is not for everyone.
I have the Spectrum Router which is Locked. I did find how to disable. Did the linking to the WPS which don't think it worked. I did return the WPS back to LOCKED. My doorbell video still won't connect to wifi. Have to leave to someone that knows how to do this. This was a good easy video if all TP-Links would connect like in your video....Thanks...
I just bought an RE300 and I’ve been trying to set it up with the tether app. It finds my 2ghz wifi network but just fails to find my 5ghz wifi (the router works properly and I’m actively using the 5ghz band) ☹️
@@danielfernandes466 We would need to know if it sees any 5GHz networks during the setup. if not then contact support at the radio may have issues. If it does make sure your router is not set to an hidden SSID . If it is you can try to manually setup the network.
No Decos do not operate as wireless extenders. You can use them in AP mode but just like in router mode one unit will need to be physically connected to the modem or existing router.
one issue i had was wps just wouldn't connect, i went into my hub settings and found out wps was turned off, i turned it back on and everything started working fine
Hi, I have the TP-Link RE350 and I recently had to reset it because of an issue. Now for some reason, it shows both the host and extended network and doesn't switch from host to extended automatically. Any ideas?
If you have it set to its own SSID there will not be an automatic switch between router and extender. At least as long as the client device can still see the host network.
this might be a weird question, but how do i know if i'm connected to the extender or not? i'd like to be sure that i'm connected to the extender and not the weaker modem/router signal
The main way is to download the tether app. If you can access the extender you should be connected to it. Another way is to give the extender its own SSID. This will ensure that you are absolutely connected to the extender
@@TPLINKTECH ah okay! So if the extender automatically shows up under 'My Devices' in Tether, then I'm connected to the extender next to my room in the second floor and not the router in my basement? Thanks
I have pugged the range extender, cloned wifi, but lost internet and some devices have hard time connecting to WiFi. I.e. connect at first, drop out, start connecting again for 10min, connect finally, but no internet. Internet and fast WiFi connection is back right after I turn off WiFi extender. Any (quick) solutions?
Usually intermittent drops like that are caused because the device does not know which AP to connect to the router or the extender. The best fix is to reset the RE and set it up using the Web or Tether App process. During this setup process give the extender an unique name different from your main network. Yes you will have to manually choose the extender at this point but you will avoid this type of connection confusion for your devices.
E4 as in Deco E4? If that is the case you can't, at least not totally. 1 unit of E4, the main unit has to be connected to the modem in order to provide service to the satellite units. Essentially with any Mesh system the main unit is your router and all other units are your extenders.
They could be interfering with each other. I would suggest resetting the extender and reconfiguring it. Remember two its. 1. Make sure the extender is being linked to the router and not your mate's extender. 2. Give your extender a different name than the Router or Mate's. Additionally if at all possible have the extenders on opposite side of the router. If that doesn't help I would suggest that you consider switching out the router and extenders for a Mesh system.
This may sound odd, the range extender is plugged in (and while plugging in, the 5ghz light indicator turns on for a second). Now my laptop says its connected to 5ghz yet the light indicator on the range extender is turned off while it does turn on for a seconde while re-plugging it. Does the 5ghz work or is the light indicator broken?
They crap. How are you meant to be in two places at once to press both devices? It’s less stress to just buy a 200gb data plan - these items are a scam.!!!!
@@jamessones4044?????? Dude you press the wps button on your router. You plug your extender plugged next router. You have 2 minutes to press button on the extender. Plenty of time to press two buttons a foot apart. What’s wrong with you
I bought tve re550 and it will arive in 2 days. I want to plug a lan kable for my ps5 with the re550 but is the signal stronger with the lan kable or not?
is it disconnecting from your phone (or laptop) when you try to use data? then reconnecting after you stop doing that task? because i am having that exact issue
Wps allows all device in the perimeter to be connected, after activating it and doing this things and finally allowing the repeater to do its thing, does the router allows all devices to connect without any configuration because the wps is on?
Nope. I followed these steps, but as with other "how to" videos you skipped the problematic step. The password. I've tried on several devices to use our router password and it doesn't accept it. So I went ahead and downloaded the app (shouldn't be necessary, so I'm annoyed). When I went to the App, I had two different places to create passwords. Always I used my router password. When I got to the review of the extender network attributes, I found that the extender had created its own password with about four lines of random characters it created. Nothing about the WPS button process lets me know what password TP-link has decided to assign to the extender. I could copy the password-from-hell down, and tell people this is the second password (from hell) that they must use to access the extender. Not OK.
Exactly. Ridiculous! This should be a slam dunk by just pressing the WPS button and having seamless set up, like everything else using WPS. No thanks. Boxed back up within 10 minutes and sent back. Will buy something that actually works like it should.
The extender does not create its own password. That is impossible. The extender under default settings is an open network. Once you have matched the extender to your Host network it will be connecting via that network and its password. If the password if not accepted you will see a notification as to why, such as not correct. When using the WPS method its even simpler it copies everything with the push of a button, if your router does WPS. What could be the concern is that your router is blocking the MAC of the extender, which is not something a how to video is going to cover. We would suggest contacting support if you are still having issues.
@@drewmccosh7521 Range Extenders after configuration will use the same network password as the host network, regardless of what the SSID is. Check to see what the RE light is doing. You will need to check the User Guide to see which light is the RE light and what color it should be for your product. If its not lit or not the correct color i would reset and try again.
I have tried using the app on my android for TP RE300. I have four lights, the router is linked to the extender, but my app says "The current main router does not support OneMesh." I know my deadzone is still dead. Do I need to make my router support OneMesh in order to make the extender work?
Only TP-Link routers are compatible with OneMesh, and then only specific routers. www.tp-link.com/us/onemesh/product-list/ If you do have a router that supports OneMesh you need to enable the feature.
Have replaced my router and now my TLWA850RE extender does not produce a signal- power and wireless lights are lit, but RE light blinks on and off if button is pressed. What to do? Reset button? WPS reset from router? Thanks.
Is it possible to connected another TP-link repeater after an TP-link repeater connected to AP, by only the WPS function? if yes, how? for example, Router→ Repeater A → Repeater B → Mobile phone thanks for answering
Possible but the internet through the 2nd repeater would not be usable. This is because of how extenders work. They are a half duplex device that can only talk one way at a time. To the router or to the client traditionally. Add another extender and it just furthers this chain. Also extenders by nature because of this half duplex backhaul generally cut your speed up to half. Add another extender and you double that reduction. What you would want in an event like this is a Mesh system.
@@TPLINKTECH TP-Link thanks for answering. One more question, is the second repeater can be connected to the first one by simply using the same WPS button on the first repeater ? Or I have to connect it to the first repeater by computer setting ? (I've already bought one of the repeater but the WIFI signal at my top floor (4th floor, concrete) is still extremely unstable and I'm thinking if I should buy one more as the second repeater to improve the signal, since it Sims like its the easiest way to just buy one more and extend the signal.) Thanks again for your answer anyway
@@piglauhk1 Honestly we aren't sure. We would recommend to use Powerline instead. This will provide you a better reception. IF you absolutely want to do double REs we would ask that you contact support@tp-link.com and request assistance.
@@TPLINKTECH !!!!!! I actually forget the line option...after connecting the first repeater to AP by network cable and relocate the repeater ,the problem is solved, thanks
Now February 1, 2019. Extender a gift at Christmas. Still unable to figure this out. Pairing what.? Cameras, router ? Tried them all. Same AC circuit? Is another outbuilding my problem? Pass through? Stand alone set up figured out, but extender not advisable for the average person.
@@TheLilLeo You don't, not really anyways. You can physically connect to an extender to log into it and see the client list but that is really about it.
Is the WPS setup just for once? Because during night time the power of modem & router is all off, then at morning when it turn on will the extender auto connected?
@@TPLINKTECH, I have a bizarre question. I didn't have to press anything on my router at all. I downloaded the app and went through the steps that way and it's working. Is that because my router is Wireless? Like it just picked up on the tp-link extender without needing to press a wps button. Just trying to make sure it's good, lol. Thanks in advance! Also will my other devices such as my Smart TV'S and Alexa devices automatically connect for a stronger signal or? Cheers
Does this just put the same ssid name at the repeater (with the user having to log in at both router and repeater wifi ssid) or it also allow to just connect at router (or repeater) ssid wifi and with it be conected at both?
An extender can do both. You can configure it to use the same SSID or you can give it a unique SSID. It act as an extension of the router and your clients will connect to either or. Which ever is the closest and or strongest signal.
@@TPLINKTECH So this means if the router has the ssid name routerabc with password abcabc and the extender has also the ssid name routerabc with password abcabc, I can just conect to router or extender ssid (and write the password) and I wont need to write the password again (for the first time) when near the other equipment. Thanks for the information.
@@exedeath Yes the extender can clone the SSID of the router. Or it can use a inquire SSID. The password will always be the same the host network from the router though.
It depends entirely on if its communicating with the host network or not. It should be relatively quick if the communication handshake completes. If it doesn't you may have to look at the settings or try the Tether or Web UI setup methods.
Hello! So I turned my RE450 to a wireless access point and I noticed that there's an exclamation mark (!) above the 'Status' icon in the Tether app, but my Internet is working, what does the exclamation mark mean? Thanks
I put the extender right next to the router and it only sends 10mbps it’s terrible! Even with it being that close it’s only sending 10. I can’t use it at all.
I’ve had my tp router for a while now but suddenly lost the 5GHz light I’ve tried resetting but I can’t seem to get it to light back up and having issues on 2.4GHZ
My TP link connector won’t connect to internet. I will successfully connect to the router using the tether app. However when I click on the device it says that there isn’t any connection
@@TPLINKTECH thank you for replying. I figured out I needed to restart my router. Quite annoying having to do this every month or so but it’s not too much of an inconvenience.
The only password that should be related to the extender is the network password. This password would be the same password that your host router uses. So if you change that password you would just need to reset the extender and then reconfigure it to update the password.
If its disabled in the Range Extender holding the reset for 30 seconds will default it and resolve that, but likely this means your router's WPS function is disabled.
@@TPLINKTECH Yes, I checked that when I press the WPS button at the back of the router, the LED did not turn on. Before changing my wifi password however, the wifi extender works. So it shouldn't be the the extender problem. Also, I did not research how to properly use the WPS button at the back of the router so the first time I tried to connect the extender, I held down the WPS button for a long time. I think I might have accidentally reset it. Is there a way to change it back? Thanks.
@@s34n2 If the WPS function is disabled in the router then the button will not work. The light should come on if the button is pressed. If you changed your WiFi password the extender will lose connection. If WPS is not working or is disabled on the router you will need to turn it back on or use one of the other methods to set up the extender. As for resetting the router by holding the WPS button too long. That can only happen if the WPS is also your Reset.
so have got both the 5ghz and 2.4 lights on, but still does nothing for connecting to my phone (less than 20 feet away) OR it will connect, but the moment I use anything that requires wifi on the phone in exclusively the TP link's range it will cut out and drop only to return when i stop attempting to use wifi... please help this is the most frustrating issue ive had dealing with your product
In that case you would not be able to use the WPS option. You will need to use the setup via our Tether App or Web UI. Both setup options have videos on this channel as well.
You will need to factory default it by holding the Reset button for about 30 seconds. Then try the WPS method again. If that does not work make sure WPS is enabled on the router or try one of our other videos that show how to setup via the Web or Tether app.
A range extender would not show up in your device manager because it is not an network or USB adapter. The Range extender is a hardware extension of your router's wireless signal. If you are having issues that this video does not help with please contact support.
@@rifqyzainul1019 there really isn't a need to. You should just jump between the extender and router as needed without any manual interference. If you want to you just need to log into the extender and change the extender's SSID. Support can help you with that.
@@TPLINKTECH I have lan Plug in the Wall. I want A Wireless Signal so i bought RE200 and connected it through network cable. i dont have Wireless Signal to make i as a Host I just have Ethernet Plug in the Wall
@@amralkhatib5031 If you are trying to provide wireless in your home form an source via ethernet then you need to put the RE220 in AP/Access Point mode.
The WPS method should set the extender to the same network name as your host network. If it does not and created an extended version of it you would simply need to switch when needed.
@@TPLINKTECH either way does not work. after 2 hours with your customer service and emailing a senior engineer I can't get a brand new tp-link wireless extender to work with my stock Comcast cable modem with none of the settings changed from factory
@@dopemenace9762 I tried everything eventually I just sent it back and got a better router. I also have one powerline adapter that I'm using. It's as cheap as a Wi-Fi extender but better than Wi-Fi just not as good as running an ethernet cable and every once in awhile I have to unplug one of the adapters in the wall and plug it right back into reset it
It really depends on the environment the range extender is deployed in and the strength of the router's wireless signal. This is why we suggest placing the extender where there is strong signal and is between where the router is at and where the service is needed.
No there are other methods to set up a Range Extender and we do have videos on this channel for that. You can use this video ruclips.net/video/oolmHBv7id8/видео.html
GoFasters I first have to ask if you are a Marine because that is the only place I have ever heard the term GoFasters. To answer your question. If you are doing the WPS method you just have to do the process twice. Once for the 2.4Ghz and once for the 5GHz.
Haha Semper Fi those terms stick with us forever. No sneakers on Paris Island! Thank you for the information. I will do it twice. My Wyze home cameras have to run off of 2.4Ghz so I didn't want to mess that up having the 5G set up on the booster. I have the booster in my son's room because he games a lot. I wanted his Xbox to pick up the 5g and our cameras to pick up the 2.4Ghz. @@TPLINKTECH
i have tp link wa-855 re, my tp link light are on and not blinking, but didn't show on wifi list. i restart many times but still doesnt show on wifi list
We actually recommend a full 30 count. This is because often when a person counts 10 seconds its not actually 10 seconds. If that does not apply to you then we would also suggest making sure you feel the button in the reset hole depress. Another common occurrence of failure to reset is that a user is using a reset tool to large and the button inside does not depress. We suggest using a paperclip or tooth pick.
This does not work in my case. Also you indicate 2 phone numbers in Portugal, for assistance, I have been calling insistingly for days, during office hours, and no one picks up...
I have connected to the extender to the router but now the extender is prompting me for a password from my devices. I never even set up a password. What am I supposed to do here?
It could mean that your router doesn't support WPS, the two devices can't communicate with each other to complete the handshake or the service is having issues. I would suggest using the Tether or Web setup. You can find videos for those options on this channel as well.
It could be that the range extender is not in range and seeing the network beacon. Also your WPS may be turned off on your router. There are two other ways to setup the RE as well Web and Tether. Take a look at those videos as they may assist you were this is one is not.
We are not able to assist in troubleshooting concerns through the comments section. Please reach out to support if you haven't already to troubleshoot this concern.
or connect your extender to your computer via an ethernet cable and turn off the wifi on your computer after clicking the "reset" button. worked for me atleast
Can you explain further where your connection issue is? Are you failing to connect clients to the Extender or are you failing to connect to the extenders UI after its been linked to the Host
You can but you will need to enable WPS for client on the RE. This is based on the RE220 but similar infomation should be in the UG if you have a different model. www.tp-link.com/us/user-guides/re200_v5&re220_v3/chapter-6-more-features-of-your-extender#ug-sub-title-2 look at section 2.2
Such an issue is best suited for support. Please contact our support team and provide them with the model number and the specific light that is blinking. They will be able to provide a resolution.
Something I hate about these things is that if you decided to change your internet plan or something you can’t switch it to the new connection which sucks
Range Extenders are connected to a wireless network not an ISP or ISP service plan. As long as the SSID and Password of the linked network do not change the extender will remain connected. However if you do change those items then you will need to reset the extender and reconfigure it.
Do you really need The WPS ? I can Connect to Internet with My TP-Link WiFi Extender without using WPS Option. Can you explain? What's the Advantages of WPS set up 🤷♂️
This was 100x clearer than your "how to" insert!! 🙃
Tried all methods and I get the same answer: Wi fi is setup, no internet
If it successfully connect to the router but the router does not allow internet there is likely a filter in the router that is blocking access.
@@TPLINKTECH same problem here. No internet, but connected to wi-fi. Why would the router block an extender but not any other device? I was told in the show where I bought the router and the extender that it was just plug and play. Done in 1 minute they said. Now it has taken 4 hours of my time and it still will not work. Why is this sold as user friendly when the user is expected to go into menus and change this and that, give access to this and that.....tech talk is not for everyone.
@@Thomas.deNorth If your router is blocking MAC addresses that would be really the only reason. that or that you input the wrong wireless password.
@TPLINKTECH how do I unblock it?
@@TPLINKTECHhow to unblock to connect?
I have the Spectrum Router which is Locked. I did find how to disable. Did the linking to the WPS which don't think it worked. I did return the WPS back to LOCKED. My doorbell video
still won't connect to wifi. Have to leave to someone that knows how to do this. This was a good easy video if all TP-Links would connect like in your video....Thanks...
try this video. Its the setup method via a web browser. all you need is the SSID and password
ruclips.net/video/CqEfuT78DW4/видео.html
I just bought an RE300 and I’ve been trying to set it up with the tether app. It finds my 2ghz wifi network but just fails to find my 5ghz wifi (the router works properly and I’m actively using the 5ghz band) ☹️
What can I do?
@@danielfernandes466 We would need to know if it sees any 5GHz networks during the setup. if not then contact support at the radio may have issues. If it does make sure your router is not set to an hidden SSID . If it is you can try to manually setup the network.
i have huawei hg8145v5 as modem. can i use my deco m4 to be wireless extender?
No Decos do not operate as wireless extenders. You can use them in AP mode but just like in router mode one unit will need to be physically connected to the modem or existing router.
I have a tp link and I want it to extend a certain WiFi and not
Amazing video ❤
Thank you for watching!
I notice some of these have a LAN (RJ-45) port. Can you set one of these up through a control panel / web GUI?
Yes, All of TP-Link's Range Extenders are equipped with a web GUI
one issue i had was wps just wouldn't connect, i went into my hub settings and found out wps was turned off, i turned it back on and everything started working fine
How do you go in and turn it on?
Hi, I have the TP-Link RE350 and I recently had to reset it because of an issue. Now for some reason, it shows both the host and extended network and doesn't switch from host to extended automatically. Any ideas?
If you have it set to its own SSID there will not be an automatic switch between router and extender. At least as long as the client device can still see the host network.
@@TPLINKTECH yup, it's all set now. Tanks for the help!
this might be a weird question, but how do i know if i'm connected to the extender or not? i'd like to be sure that i'm connected to the extender and not the weaker modem/router signal
The main way is to download the tether app. If you can access the extender you should be connected to it. Another way is to give the extender its own SSID. This will ensure that you are absolutely connected to the extender
@@TPLINKTECH ah okay! So if the extender automatically shows up under 'My Devices' in Tether, then I'm connected to the extender next to my room in the second floor and not the router in my basement?
Thanks
@@tmywu Yup. The extender will should only show up if you are actually connected to its Wifi.
@@TPLINKTECH thank you! And how do I change the channel of the extender? Can I do it through Tether?
@@tmywu The extender channel will automatically change when the channel the router is using changes.
The TP extender isn’t showing up on settings. Already tried to reset it 🤦♂️
Please reach out to support for assistance.
I have pugged the range extender, cloned wifi, but lost internet and some devices have hard time connecting to WiFi. I.e. connect at first, drop out, start connecting again for 10min, connect finally, but no internet. Internet and fast WiFi connection is back right after I turn off WiFi extender. Any (quick) solutions?
Usually intermittent drops like that are caused because the device does not know which AP to connect to the router or the extender. The best fix is to reset the RE and set it up using the Web or Tether App process. During this setup process give the extender an unique name different from your main network. Yes you will have to manually choose the extender at this point but you will avoid this type of connection confusion for your devices.
I have the E4 series - how do I make it wireless without plugged with the modem - set up is successful
E4 as in Deco E4? If that is the case you can't, at least not totally. 1 unit of E4, the main unit has to be connected to the modem in order to provide service to the satellite units. Essentially with any Mesh system the main unit is your router and all other units are your extenders.
The 5g light on my extender doesnt work? Any fix?
It is more likely you have not connected the 5GHz yet. If you used the WPS method you have to repeat it a 2nd time to get the 5GHz connected
Hi I’ve got a question, my housemate has installed his own extender(from another brand) and mine doesn’t work anymore, what can I do??
They could be interfering with each other. I would suggest resetting the extender and reconfiguring it. Remember two its. 1. Make sure the extender is being linked to the router and not your mate's extender. 2. Give your extender a different name than the Router or Mate's. Additionally if at all possible have the extenders on opposite side of the router. If that doesn't help I would suggest that you consider switching out the router and extenders for a Mesh system.
This may sound odd, the range extender is plugged in (and while plugging in, the 5ghz light indicator turns on for a second).
Now my laptop says its connected to 5ghz yet the light indicator on the range extender is turned off while it does turn on for a seconde while re-plugging it.
Does the 5ghz work or is the light indicator broken?
That is odd. I'd recommend contacting Support they will need to do more detailed troubleshooting then the simple tips and tricks we could offer here.
They crap. How are you meant to be in two places at once to press both devices? It’s less stress to just buy a 200gb data plan - these items are a scam.!!!!
@@jamessones4044?????? Dude you press the wps button on your router. You plug your extender plugged next router. You have 2 minutes to press button on the extender. Plenty of time to press two buttons a foot apart. What’s wrong with you
I bought tve re550 and it will arive in 2 days.
I want to plug a lan kable for my ps5 with the re550 but is the signal stronger with the lan kable or not?
That all depends on the environment and placement. Make sure the extender is placed in an open and unobstructed area where there is a strong signal.
Hey,can I ask something?is there any advantage using WPS function?
push button setup, that's it.
TP-Link wow didn't expect the answer was that😂nevermind then
@@hziqjr399what were you expecting
Do I have to connect to the 2g or 5g wifi? Or can I connect to my regular wifi and expect it to extend my wifi in a dead zone area?
In most cases you will link the extender to both 2.4GHz and 5GHz of your host's wifi to extend both bands to where you need it.
When I bought the extender and a new network popped up same name as mine but with _EXT at the end should I connect to that one?
That would be the SSID for the extender. When you want to connect to the extender use that SSID and the password of the main network.
@@TPLINKTECH thanks
Mine is working almost 100% well but it keeps connecting and desconecting...any fix?
we would suggest relocating the extender first. If that does not work check for firmware updates and finally contact support.
is it disconnecting from your phone (or laptop) when you try to use data? then reconnecting after you stop doing that task? because i am having that exact issue
Wps allows all device in the perimeter to be connected, after activating it and doing this things and finally allowing the repeater to do its thing, does the router allows all devices to connect without any configuration because the wps is on?
WPS is only active when the button is pushed. Think of it like Bluetooth Pairing. Once the pairing complete it stops broadcasting until started again.
I use tp link route as repeter but when i trun it off /on then it won't work why
It would require troubleshooting. Please contact support and they can assist you.
Nope. I followed these steps, but as with other "how to" videos you skipped the problematic step. The password. I've tried on several devices to use our router password and it doesn't accept it. So I went ahead and downloaded the app (shouldn't be necessary, so I'm annoyed). When I went to the App, I had two different places to create passwords. Always I used my router password. When I got to the review of the extender network attributes, I found that the extender had created its own password with about four lines of random characters it created. Nothing about the WPS button process lets me know what password TP-link has decided to assign to the extender. I could copy the password-from-hell down, and tell people this is the second password (from hell) that they must use to access the extender. Not OK.
Exactly. Ridiculous! This should be a slam dunk by just pressing the WPS button and having seamless set up, like everything else using WPS. No thanks. Boxed back up within 10 minutes and sent back. Will buy something that actually works like it should.
The extender does not create its own password. That is impossible. The extender under default settings is an open network. Once you have matched the extender to your Host network it will be connecting via that network and its password. If the password if not accepted you will see a notification as to why, such as not correct. When using the WPS method its even simpler it copies everything with the push of a button, if your router does WPS. What could be the concern is that your router is blocking the MAC of the extender, which is not something a how to video is going to cover. We would suggest contacting support if you are still having issues.
@@TPLINKTECHit comes up as the same name but with ext next to it but the password isn’t correct?
@@drewmccosh7521 Range Extenders after configuration will use the same network password as the host network, regardless of what the SSID is. Check to see what the RE light is doing. You will need to check the User Guide to see which light is the RE light and what color it should be for your product. If its not lit or not the correct color i would reset and try again.
I have tried using the app on my android for TP RE300. I have four lights, the router is linked to the extender, but my app says "The current main router does not support OneMesh." I know my deadzone is still dead. Do I need to make my router support OneMesh in order to make the extender work?
Only TP-Link routers are compatible with OneMesh, and then only specific routers. www.tp-link.com/us/onemesh/product-list/ If you do have a router that supports OneMesh you need to enable the feature.
Have replaced my router and now my TLWA850RE extender does not produce a signal- power and wireless lights are lit, but RE light blinks on and off if button is pressed. What to do? Reset button? WPS reset from router? Thanks.
Yes you need to reset the range extender and reconfigure it, as the source device has changed.
Is it possible to connected another TP-link repeater after an TP-link repeater connected to AP, by only the WPS function? if yes, how?
for example, Router→ Repeater A → Repeater B → Mobile phone
thanks for answering
Possible but the internet through the 2nd repeater would not be usable. This is because of how extenders work. They are a half duplex device that can only talk one way at a time. To the router or to the client traditionally. Add another extender and it just furthers this chain. Also extenders by nature because of this half duplex backhaul generally cut your speed up to half. Add another extender and you double that reduction. What you would want in an event like this is a Mesh system.
@@TPLINKTECH TP-Link thanks for answering. One more question, is the second repeater can be connected to the first one by simply using the same WPS button on the first repeater ? Or I have to connect it to the first repeater by computer setting ?
(I've already bought one of the repeater but the WIFI signal at my top floor (4th floor, concrete) is still extremely unstable and I'm thinking if I should buy one more as the second repeater to improve the signal, since it Sims like its the easiest way to just buy one more and extend the signal.)
Thanks again for your answer anyway
@@piglauhk1 Honestly we aren't sure. We would recommend to use Powerline instead. This will provide you a better reception. IF you absolutely want to do double REs we would ask that you contact support@tp-link.com and request assistance.
@@TPLINKTECH !!!!!! I actually forget the line option...after connecting the first repeater to AP by network cable and relocate the repeater ,the problem is solved, thanks
Now February 1, 2019. Extender a gift at Christmas. Still unable to figure this out. Pairing what.? Cameras, router ? Tried them all. Same AC circuit? Is another outbuilding my problem? Pass through? Stand alone set up figured out, but extender not advisable for the average person.
I have done what u have said and all linked up I still have same speed than before?
Range Extenders do not increase speed. Only the range. In most cases the speed will be less than if connected to the router.
I tried to set it up via the Web browser and the tether app but it doesn't actually show it's own network to try them methods any help?
If you are not seeing the default SSID for the Range Extender, we would recommend hard resetting the extender and checking again.
@TPLINKTECH it's new never been used before but if that's the best option
@@denied2182 It would be. If the SSID isn't showing on your list Its what we would suggest doing first.
If I use this WPS method which wifi connection and password do I connect to? Will it be my usual one?
WPS is a 1-1 handshake between the client and you don't have to worry about inputting the password.
Will there be a separate wifi name to connect to (and type in the password again) or will it automatically connect as if its under the same wifi name?
If setup with the WPS method the extender will copy the network name from your router.
@@TPLINKTECH copy network name? so how do you know if youre connected to your router or to the extender?
@@TheLilLeo You don't, not really anyways. You can physically connect to an extender to log into it and see the client list but that is really about it.
@@TheLilLeo The extender will by default add a number to the copied network name; e.g HomeNet (router) will be HomeNet2 (range extender) 😎
@@TPLINKTECH thanks for the help. reset extender n follow method 2. works now.
Is the WPS setup just for once? Because during night time the power of modem & router is all off, then at morning when it turn on will the extender auto connected?
WPS configures the extender so as long as the reset button is not pushed the extender should reconnect without any issues when repowered.
@@TPLINKTECH Thanks for the info.
@@TPLINKTECH, I have a bizarre question. I didn't have to press anything on my router at all. I downloaded the app and went through the steps that way and it's working. Is that because my router is Wireless? Like it just picked up on the tp-link extender without needing to press a wps button. Just trying to make sure it's good, lol. Thanks in advance! Also will my other devices such as my Smart TV'S and Alexa devices automatically connect for a stronger signal or? Cheers
Does this just put the same ssid name at the repeater (with the user having to log in at both router and repeater wifi ssid) or it also allow to just connect at router (or repeater) ssid wifi and with it be conected at both?
An extender can do both. You can configure it to use the same SSID or you can give it a unique SSID. It act as an extension of the router and your clients will connect to either or. Which ever is the closest and or strongest signal.
@@TPLINKTECH So this means if the router has the ssid name routerabc with password abcabc and the extender has also the ssid name routerabc with password abcabc, I can just conect to router or extender ssid (and write the password) and I wont need to write the password again (for the first time) when near the other equipment.
Thanks for the information.
@@exedeath Yes the extender can clone the SSID of the router. Or it can use a inquire SSID. The password will always be the same the host network from the router though.
How long does the extender take to turn Solid on ?
It depends entirely on if its communicating with the host network or not. It should be relatively quick if the communication handshake completes. If it doesn't you may have to look at the settings or try the Tether or Web UI setup methods.
Relatively quick like two hours? Days? Please provide a metric @@TPLINKTECH
Got an upgrade and ever since when i connect to the tp link my ethernet it just says it doesnt work
We would suggest contacting our support team to investigate.
Hello! So I turned my RE450 to a wireless access point and I noticed that there's an exclamation mark (!) above the 'Status' icon in the Tether app, but my Internet is working, what does the exclamation mark mean?
Thanks
Not sure about that one. We would recommend that you contact our Support team.
I put the extender right next to the router and it only sends 10mbps it’s terrible! Even with it being that close it’s only sending 10. I can’t use it at all.
Contact support they will need to address this concern.
I’ve had my tp router for a while now but suddenly lost the 5GHz light I’ve tried resetting but I can’t seem to get it to light back up and having issues on 2.4GHZ
Is you concern related to connectivity with a Range Extender?
My TP link connector won’t connect to internet. I will successfully connect to the router using the tether app. However when I click on the device it says that there isn’t any connection
You will want to check your router to make sure there is no feature like MAC filtering that is blocking it.
@@TPLINKTECH thank you for replying. I figured out I needed to restart my router. Quite annoying having to do this every month or so but it’s not too much of an inconvenience.
This was way better than using the app
Its an oldie but a goodie.
Whats the app called?
@@ruuuuusuuusu It's called Tether in Google apps
Is it possible to connect clients do RE via WPS? How to do it?
It may differ by your extender but the information is available in the RE's UG found on TP-Link.com
I changed my WiFi and I’m trying to connect it to my tp link extender but I can’t I have several video on how to connect it but it not working
You will need to hard reset the extender.
Hello Thankyou for the helpful video. How do you reset that password for the tp link WiFi extender
The only password that should be related to the extender is the network password. This password would be the same password that your host router uses. So if you change that password you would just need to reset the extender and then reconfigure it to update the password.
is it only work with tp-link router? can i use other brand router?
Any router with WPS
How do I connect the powerline adapter to my modem without the WPS setup?
This is not for a powerline. Wired Powerline: ruclips.net/video/8ozUiXnbUl4/видео.html Wireless Powerline: ruclips.net/video/PDLC6Ehai-c/видео.html
My tp link ac1200 says "Your WPS functions is disabled". I cant use the push button to connect my wifi extender to it please help.
If its disabled in the Range Extender holding the reset for 30 seconds will default it and resolve that, but likely this means your router's WPS function is disabled.
@@TPLINKTECH Yes, I checked that when I press the WPS button at the back of the router, the LED did not turn on. Before changing my wifi password however, the wifi extender works. So it shouldn't be the the extender problem. Also, I did not research how to properly use the WPS button at the back of the router so the first time I tried to connect the extender, I held down the WPS button for a long time. I think I might have accidentally reset it. Is there a way to change it back? Thanks.
@@s34n2 If the WPS function is disabled in the router then the button will not work. The light should come on if the button is pressed. If you changed your WiFi password the extender will lose connection. If WPS is not working or is disabled on the router you will need to turn it back on or use one of the other methods to set up the extender. As for resetting the router by holding the WPS button too long. That can only happen if the WPS is also your Reset.
What do i do if the extender won't connect via wps, and side note, my router wps led doesn't blink when i press the wps button
then you would need to try one of the other setup methods. Web or Tether.
so have got both the 5ghz and 2.4 lights on, but still does nothing for connecting to my phone (less than 20 feet away) OR it will connect, but the moment I use anything that requires wifi on the phone in exclusively the TP link's range it will cut out and drop only to return when i stop attempting to use wifi... please help this is the most frustrating issue ive had dealing with your product
We would suggest contacting support
i have got a re300 and there is no button on it, what should i do?
The button is on the right side above the reset pin hole.
I have an issue with tp link wifi extender. In that wifi is not working. How to switch on the wifi in it and what to do ?
These are all questions better asked of support. Please go to tp-link.com, click on Support at the top and then find Contact Technical Support.
Can I use Tp Link N750 model as range extender?
Visit tp-link.com search for your product and check the user guide for information on this.
Does these work with any routers
Yes, depending on the model of extender your router will need support for 2.4GHz, 5GHz, or both.
@@TPLINKTECH it works done it thanks
How do I connect the extender to the router if the router does not have WPS button but has numbers instead
In that case you would not be able to use the WPS option. You will need to use the setup via our Tether App or Web UI. Both setup options have videos on this channel as well.
It’s been working perfect for me out now that I received a new router it won’t connect to my device
You will need to factory default it by holding the Reset button for about 30 seconds. Then try the WPS method again. If that does not work make sure WPS is enabled on the router or try one of our other videos that show how to setup via the Web or Tether app.
Tp-Link i wnt complaint. Why my tplink wifi adpter ot work? the usb it's not corosion at all ho to fix it. It din't show up at device manager. Help?
A range extender would not show up in your device manager because it is not an network or USB adapter. The Range extender is a hardware extension of your router's wireless signal. If you are having issues that this video does not help with please contact support.
Will with work with Sky WiFi?
If Sky WiFi generates a SSID and Password and you have access to this then it should.
@@TPLINKTECH fitted it today and worked perfectly, much faster wifi in my bedroom! Thanks for your video 😄
I’ve got all the lights showing but that extender doesn’t show up when i try to connect to it in settings.
If you used the WPS method the extender will likely not show up. In most cases it means the extender copied the router's ssid
@@TPLINKTECH so, how to fix that?
@@rifqyzainul1019 there really isn't a need to. You should just jump between the extender and router as needed without any manual interference. If you want to you just need to log into the extender and change the extender's SSID. Support can help you with that.
i bought re200 and i want to connect it through network cabel to have wifi but when i connect the extender to lan cabel i got no internet !!!!
You want to use the RE200 to connect a client device via cable or you want to connect the RE200 to your router via cable?
@@TPLINKTECH I have lan Plug in the Wall. I want A Wireless Signal so i bought RE200 and connected it through network cable. i dont have Wireless Signal to make i as a Host I just have Ethernet Plug in the Wall
@@amralkhatib5031 If you are trying to provide wireless in your home form an source via ethernet then you need to put the RE220 in AP/Access Point mode.
@@TPLINKTECH Wooow it works man u r amazing.
@@amralkhatib5031 great hear!!!
So once I connect everything do I connect to the top link extender or my normal WiFi?
The WPS method should set the extender to the same network name as your host network. If it does not and created an extended version of it you would simply need to switch when needed.
Thank you for this! ❤❤
No problem 😊
Does this work with n300 extender
that would either be the TL-WA850RE or TL-WA855RE and yes it would work for both.
I had to push the WPS button on my router before plugging the extender in and it worked fine.
Either way should work, WPS just requires one of the devices to begin the handshake.
@@TPLINKTECH either way does not work. after 2 hours with your customer service and emailing a senior engineer I can't get a brand new tp-link wireless extender to work with my stock Comcast cable modem with none of the settings changed from factory
@@davidmcguire6043 I'm having the same issues brand new tried everything but the thing just won't connect to my wifi router
@@dopemenace9762 I tried everything eventually I just sent it back and got a better router. I also have one powerline adapter that I'm using. It's as cheap as a Wi-Fi extender but better than Wi-Fi just not as good as running an ethernet cable and every once in awhile I have to unplug one of the adapters in the wall and plug it right back into reset it
What Is The Maximum Distance The Range Extender Can Be From The Router When Connecting It (The Connecting Process)?
It really depends on the environment the range extender is deployed in and the strength of the router's wireless signal. This is why we suggest placing the extender where there is strong signal and is between where the router is at and where the service is needed.
The green light shows successfully connected but doesn’t show up on my router devices. Help..?
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Can you change the wa850re to 5ghz
No the WA850RE is only a 2.4GHz device
I don't understand why but it doesn't show up in my wifi laptop settings? The lights are on,but the net still keeps breaking off
WPS method assigns the same SSID as your router so it would not show up as a separate network in your laptop settings.
I have the 1300mbps one and theirs no wps button
Only pair, wifi and LED buttons
Please help
If the unit has a pair button its not a range extender but rather a powerline adatper. Or at least it should be. Whats the model number?
My router doesn’t have a wps button or whatever so does this just not work
No there are other methods to set up a Range Extender and we do have videos on this channel for that. You can use this video ruclips.net/video/oolmHBv7id8/видео.html
No matter how far or how close I plug the RE220 in from the AC1200 router I get the "too far (red)" light.
That is not an indicator of how far you are from the extender. That is an indicator that the extender is too far from your router.
beg pardon? Isn't that what I said?
@@yogiman3615 I miss read that. I thought you were indicating your client device not the extender. How close are you to the router with the extender?
Anywhere from 2 feet to 20 feet with same result.
@@yogiman3615 Contact support you may have a defective unit. They can help with that.
Only the 2.4 is lit up by I have 5g. How do I get the 5g connected?
GoFasters I first have to ask if you are a Marine because that is the only place I have ever heard the term GoFasters. To answer your question. If you are doing the WPS method you just have to do the process twice. Once for the 2.4Ghz and once for the 5GHz.
Haha Semper Fi those terms stick with us forever. No sneakers on Paris Island! Thank you for the information. I will do it twice. My Wyze home cameras have to run off of 2.4Ghz so I didn't want to mess that up having the 5G set up on the booster. I have the booster in my son's room because he games a lot. I wanted his Xbox to pick up the 5g and our cameras to pick up the 2.4Ghz. @@TPLINKTECH
i have tp link wa-855 re, my tp link light are on and not blinking, but didn't show on wifi list. i restart many times but still doesnt show on wifi list
After it is setup it may not show up on the Wifi list. If it's cloned your router's SSID that is all you are going to see that one SSID
Hi my route password is not accepted on the device yet I’ve checked to make sure it’s correct. What do I do
contact support for assistance. They can help.
how to connect TP link to new Wifi...I resetted ..kept the reset button pressed for 10 sec...but it stills remmebers the old wifi...help...
We actually recommend a full 30 count. This is because often when a person counts 10 seconds its not actually 10 seconds. If that does not apply to you then we would also suggest making sure you feel the button in the reset hole depress. Another common occurrence of failure to reset is that a user is using a reset tool to large and the button inside does not depress. We suggest using a paperclip or tooth pick.
What do I do if the WPS led doesn't light up on my router no matter what I do
WPS maybe disabled. You can try to setup via the Web UI or Tether in that case.
How do I set one up if my router has no WPS button?
you can use this video ruclips.net/video/CqEfuT78DW4/видео.html
Okay so then when 2 networks of wifi show how do I know the password ? I don’t understand
This does not work in my case. Also you indicate 2 phone numbers in Portugal, for assistance, I have been calling insistingly for days, during office hours, and no one picks up...
Support is regionally based. The best option i can give you is to email support@Tp-link.com. You should receive a response with in 1 business day.
I have connected to the extender to the router but now the extender is prompting me for a password from my devices. I never even set up a password. What am I supposed to do here?
Once the extender is connected to a host router the password of the host network will be the password for the extender's network
Is there a way to set up without the WPS button on the modem? My WPS button doesn't work anymore 😔
ruclips.net/video/CqEfuT78DW4/видео.html
When I try connect with WPS the extender just blinks and never connect. What am I doing wrong?
It could mean that your router doesn't support WPS, the two devices can't communicate with each other to complete the handshake or the service is having issues. I would suggest using the Tether or Web setup. You can find videos for those options on this channel as well.
Thank u
No problem
This isn't working 😭 I keep pressing the WPS button on my router and on the TP-LINK and nothing happens. The TP-LINK just blinks the signal light
It could be that the range extender is not in range and seeing the network beacon. Also your WPS may be turned off on your router. There are two other ways to setup the RE as well Web and Tether. Take a look at those videos as they may assist you were this is one is not.
Same here sir that's the best way to set it up and it don't work! 😭
Am having same problem with the tp-link router
We are not able to assist in troubleshooting concerns through the comments section. Please reach out to support if you haven't already to troubleshoot this concern.
Sir my router web management page was not working it's default gateway was not working I am not open router setting please solve my problem
This video is for WPS setup on a Range Extender. If you have a TP-Link product and are in need of support. Contact Support@tp-link.com for assistance
or connect your extender to your computer via an ethernet cable and turn off the wifi on your computer after clicking the "reset" button. worked for me atleast
I connected to the wifi already, but I can't connect after to the other devices. Anyone can give some clue please why?
Can you explain further where your connection issue is? Are you failing to connect clients to the Extender or are you failing to connect to the extenders UI after its been linked to the Host
@@TPLINKTECH my extender connected on my laptop connection already. But the problem is I can't connect my phones and my tv.
it's okay to not use wps method??
WPS is just one option. Not required at all. You can also set up the product through a web browser and the Tether app.
Very helpful, Thanks!
Glad it was helpful!
Ive tried everything and can't get it to see the device
IF you used the WPS method you won't see the default ssid. The extender will copy the SSID of the main network
There is no WPS button on my tp-link extender..
Depending on the model the button may be labeled RE or in cases such as the RE200 and RE220 be the only button on the device.
I still couldn't connect with it. All light was on but still no internet. Also, I tried to reset but it didn't work.
That could mean that the source router is blocking the RE. I would check your Access Control settings and make sure the RE is not being blocked.
bought this thing and already having major issues...why cant I press the WPS button on the tplink device to connect a printer???? WTF
You can but you will need to enable WPS for client on the RE. This is based on the RE220 but similar infomation should be in the UG if you have a different model. www.tp-link.com/us/user-guides/re200_v5&re220_v3/chapter-6-more-features-of-your-extender#ug-sub-title-2 look at section 2.2
Hi it says for me connect but no Internet. Other times its fine
That is usually a result of the router having a MAC filtering or ACL enabled. I would suggest checking the router to allow the MAC of the RE
Would that cause it to cut out at random. Also seems to be worse when more devices are connected
@@andrewfraser3343 That would be something different. But would also have several possible causes. It would be best to contact support for that.
The light just keeps flashing on my extender and it doesnt connect
Such an issue is best suited for support. Please contact our support team and provide them with the model number and the specific light that is blinking. They will be able to provide a resolution.
My won't stay at a solid light. It just blinks on the power then all light up, then repeats.
Sounds like it might be stuck in a boot loop. Try a different outlet and contact support.
@@TPLINKTECH I returned it. I tried a diff outlet, contacted support, nothing resolved.
music is too loud i cant understand you
If you have an issue understanding the VO we would recommend turning on the CC. It will provide text on the screen to assist you.
There is no wps button on the re210 model
Its on the left side of the product. On this model it was labeled RE instead of WPS.
Something I hate about these things is that if you decided to change your internet plan or something you can’t switch it to the new connection which sucks
Range Extenders are connected to a wireless network not an ISP or ISP service plan. As long as the SSID and Password of the linked network do not change the extender will remain connected. However if you do change those items then you will need to reset the extender and reconfigure it.
Do you really need The WPS ?
I can Connect to Internet with My TP-Link WiFi Extender without using WPS Option.
Can you explain? What's the Advantages of WPS set up 🤷♂️
WPS is just one of the 3 setup options. WPS is an easy-to-use setup method. That is its appeal. Push 2 buttons and you're done.
The most difficult to setup, I have been trying all methods but no hope
If the 3 setup methods are not working and these 3 setup videos do not help either I would suggest reaching out to our support team.