TP-Link RE500 RE500EU V1 Quick Installation Guide - Page 2

Option TWO Quick Setup Using the WPS Button WPS is an easier way to extend your host network. You are recommended to use this method if your host router has a WPS button. The button might look like one of these: . Otherwise, please refer to Option ONE. Power On Plug the extender into an electrical outlet near your router, and wait until the POWER LED is lit and solid blue. Connect 1 Press the WPS button on your router, and then press the minutes. button on the extender within 2 The LED should change from blinking to a solid state, indicating a successful WPS connection. If not, please use Option ONE. 2 If you are connecting the extender to a dual-band router but only the or LED is on, repeat Step 1 to connect the other band. 1. For more information about using WPS on your router, please refer to the router manufacturer's user guide. 2. Some ISP gateways disable the WPS function by default. If the WPS method fails, please refer to Option ONE. Relocate 1 Plug the extender into an electrical outlet about halfway between your router and the Wi-Fi dead zone. The HHoosstt NNeetwtowrkork Extended Network location you choose must be within the range of your host network. Router 2 Wait until the LED is lit and solid blue. If not, relocate it closer to the router to achieve better signal quality. Blue Ideal location Red Too far away Client Enjoy! Both extended networks share the same wireless network names (SSIDs) and passwords as those of your host networks. Entertainment Adapter The extender can be used as a wireless adapter to connect any Ethernet-only device such as a Blu-ray player, game console, DVR, or smart TV to your Wi-Fi network. First, connect the extender to your router using Option ONE or Option TWO. Then connect your Ethernet-only device to the extender via an Ethernet cable. Ethernet Connection Smart TV Game Console Desktop Router TP-Link Tether App Tether provides a simple, intuitive way to access and manage your extender with your iOS or Android devices. Set up the extender Modify wireless settings Turn on/off the LEDs Block unwelcome devices Tether How to begin? 1. Download the Tether app from the App Store or Google Play Store. 2. Ensure your device is wirelessly connected to the extender or to the host router. 3. Launch the app and start managing your extended network. Scan to download Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Q1. What should I do if I cannot access the extender's web management page? If your comupter is wirelessly connected, make sure that you have connected to the extender's SSID. If your computer is connected via an Ethernet cable, please make sure that the connection is stable. Make sure your computer is set to obtain an IP address and DNS server address automatically. Verify that http://tplinkrepeater.net or http://192.168.0.254 is correctly entered in the web browser and press Enter. Reset the extender and try again. If the problem persists, please refer to the FAQ at www.tp-link.com for details. Q2. How do I restore the extender to its factory default settings? With the extender powered on, use a pin to press and hold the Reset button until all the LEDs turn on momentarily, and then release the button. Q3. What should I do if the LED does not change to solid after completing Option ONE? You may have entered the incorrect Wi-Fi passwords for your host networks during the configuration. Please log in to the extender's web management page to check the password and try again. If the LED still doesn't change to solid, please reset the extender and go through the configuration again. Q4. I have enabled a wireless MAC filter, wireless access control, or access control list (ACL) on my router. What should I do before configuring the extender? If you have enabled those features of your host router, you may need to disable them first, and then follow Option ONE or Option TWO to complete the configuration. For technical support and other information, please visit http://www.tp-link.com/support ©2017 TP-Link