TP-Link RE600X RE500XUS V1 Quick Installation Guide - Page 1

©2021 TP-Link 7106509341 REV1.2.0 Quick Installation Guide Range Extender 1 Power On Plug the extender into a power outlet next to your router. Wait until its Power LED turns solid on. Note: For safety, only plug the extender in the direction as shown below. 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. * Images may differ from your actual product. Next to Solid On 2 Set Up 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. 3. Tap the button and select Range Extender. Note: If you cannot find your device, please refer to FAQ > Q1. or Tether Scan for Tether 2. Launch the Tether app and log in with your TP-Link ID. If you don't have an account, create one first. My Devices No devices found. Choose your device type Router Gaming Router Range Extender 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. Welcome to Tether TP-Link ID (Email) Password Sign Up Log In Forgot Password? Solid On 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. Via the WPS Button 1. Press the WPS button on your router. 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. 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 or Same as your OneMesh router (See back for OneMesh details) Passwords: Same as your router For more details, please refer to the user guide at https://www.tp-link.com/support/download. 3 Relocate 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 blue. If it doesn't, relocate the extender closer to the router to achieve better signal quality. Tip: To place the extender for optimal Wi-Fi performance, access extender settings via the Tether app and go to Tools > Location Assistant, or simply scan the QR code to visit https://www.tp-link.com/support/faq/3103/. Router Halfway Blue: Suitable location Red: Too far from router Devices 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: 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. Smartphone Tablet Laptop Smart TV Game Console Desktop