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Chapter 6
Backup and Restore Configuration Settings
The configuration settings are stored as a configuration file in the extender. You can
backup the configuration file and restore the extender to the previous settings from the
backup file when needed. Moreover, if necessary, you can erase the current settings
and reset the extender to the default factory settings.
1. Visit http://tplinkwifi .net, and log in with the password you set for the extender.
2. Go to Settings > System Tools > Backup & Restore.
¾ To backup configuration settings:
Click Backup to save a copy of the current settings to your local computer. A ‘.bin’ file of
the current settings will be stored on your computer.
¾ To restore configuration settings:
1. Click Browse to locate the backup configuration file stored on your computer, and
click Restore.
2. Wait a few minutes for the restore and reboot.
Note: During the restore process, do not power off or reset the extender.
¾ To reset the extender to factory default settings:
1. Click Factory Restore to reset the extender.
2. Wait a few minutes for the reset and reboot.
Note:
1. During the reset process, do not power off or reset the router.
2. We strongly recommend you backup the current configuration settings before resetting the extender.