TP-Link TL-WA860RE TL-WA860RE V1 QIG 7106504718 - Page 1

Quick Installation Guide Applicable Model: TL-WA860RE WPS Method ONE: Quick Setup using the WPS Button Method TWO: Setup using your Web Browser 7106504718 REV1.0.0 LED Explanation Off: TL-WA860RE isn't connected to the router. Flashing Green: TL-WA860RE is connecting to the router. Solid Green:TL-WA860RE is connected to the router and is in a good location. Flashing Orange: TL-WA860RE is connected to the router but is too far away from the router. Solid Orange: TL-WA860RE is connected to the router but is too close to the router. Off: No device is connected to ETHERNET port Green: A device is connected to the ETHERNET port. Off: TL-WA860RE is off. Orange: TL-WA860RE is booting. Green: TL-WA860RE is on. If you push the ON/OFF button on the side panel, all LEDs will be off as TL-WA860RE is powered off. For more information, please visit our website: http://www.tp-link.com Method ONE Quick Setup using the WPS Button Use this if your Router or Access Point (AP) supports WPS 1 Power on Plug your TL-WA860RE into a power outlet near your Router/AP. 2 Push the two WPS buttons 1 Push the WPS button on your Router/AP. 2 Immediately push the button on your TL-WA860RE. Wait until the ' ' LED goes from orange to solid green. If the WPS connection fails, please go to Method TWO. The ' ' LED will go from flashing green to solid green, solid orange, or flashing orange in 1 minute, showing that WPS connection has succeeded. If ' ' LED turns off, it means WPS connection fails. 3 Relocate Once your TL-WA860RE is properly configured, you can move it to a more ideal location for optimal signal quality and coverage. Once placed in another power outlet, the extender will reconnect to the main Router/AP automatically in about 30 seconds. * Keep these in mind: Generally, the ideal location for your extender is Halfway between your wireless router and Wi-Fi enabled devices. Signal ( ) LED Location Solid Green Ideal Location Solid Orange Too Close to the Router Flashing Orange Too Far from the Router Signal







LED Status could help you find a more ideal location. far away Keep the extender away from devices like cordless phones, Bluetooth devices and Microwave Ovens to minimize wireless interference. If possible, try to place your extender in open corridors or spacious locations rather than a crowded room. Enjoy! The TL-WA860RE shares the same Wi-Fi network name (SSID) and Wi-Fi password with your main Router/AP. SSID (TP-LINK_XXX) Password (ABCDEF) SSID (TP-LINK_XXX) Password (ABCDEF) Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Q1. How to reset the TL-WA860RE? A1: While the TL-WA860RE is plugged into a power outlet, press the RESET button for 2 seconds. Wait 5 seconds until all the LEDs flash once. OR A2: Log into the management page via your web browser, then go to "System Tools -> Factory Defaults" and click "Restore". Wait 5 seconds until all of the TL-WA860RE's LEDs flash once. RESET RESET ON/OFF Q2. I typed http://tplinkextender.net in the browser URL bar, but why can't I see the quick setup ON/OFFpage? A: First, make sure your computer is connected to the extender network and disconnected from any other network. Second, make sure your computer is set to "Obtain an IP address automatically". Q3. What's the technical support hotline? A: Please visit "www.tp-link.com", find "Support>Contact Technical Support>Hotline Support" for more information.