Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi System Seamless Roaming | Parental Controls | Adaptive Path Selection User Guide AC1200 Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi Extender Deco M3W 1910012488 REV1.0.
Contents About This Guide ···················································· 1 Appearance ······························································· 2 Set Up Your Deco Extender ······························ 3 Dashboard ·································································· 5 Update Deco Units ················································ 6 Authentication ·························································· 7
About This Guide This guide provides a brief introduction to Deco Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi Extender and the Deco app, as well as regulatory information. Please note that features of Deco Extenders may vary slightly depending on the model and software version you have, and on your location, language and internet service provider. All images, parameters and descriptions documented in this guide are used for demonstration only.
Appearance Deco Extender has four LED lights and a Reset button. See the explanation below: Reset Button: Press to reset Deco Extender to factory default settings. LEDs: LED STATUS On/Off Power Pulse White Solid Red Solid Signal White Pulse Red Pulse 2.4GHz On/Off 5GHz On/Off INDICATION Deco is on or off. Deco is starting up, upgrading firmware, or resetting. Internet service is available. Deco is connected to main Deco but internet service is not available. WPS connection is in progress.
Set Up Your Deco Extender Follow the steps below to add the Deco Extender to your existing Deco network. Before you start 2. Add your Deco Extender 3. Find a suitable spot Install the Deco app and set up a Deco network. For instructions, refer to the user manual of your Deco Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi System/Unit. On the dashboard, tap + and select DECOS. Identify your Deco model. Follow the app instructions to find a suitable spot within the range of your existing Deco network.
4. Plug in your Deco Extender 5. Specify the location 6. Finish Plug the Deco Extender into a wall outlet and wait until its Power LED turns solid on. Select a location for this Deco Extender. If its location is not listed, you can create a new one by choosing Custom. The Deco app will automatically optimize your Deco network and finish adding the Deco Extender.
Dashboard After you successfully extend your Deco network, you will see the dashboard of the Deco app. Here you can view the connected devices and their (Internet) icon to check the working status of all Deco units.
Update Deco Units TP-Link is dedicated to improving product features and providing a better customer experience. Update Deco units when prompted in the Deco app.
Authentication COPYRIGHT & TRADEMARKS Specifications are subject to change without notice. is a registered trademark of TP-Link Technologies Co., Ltd. Other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. No part of the specifications may be reproduced in any form or by any means or used to make any derivative such as translation, transformation, or adaptation without permission from TP-Link Technologies Co., Ltd. Copyright © 2018 TP-Link Technologies Co., Ltd.
FCC compliance information statement Product Name: AC1200 Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi Extender Model Number: Deco M3W Responsible Party: TP-Link USA Corporation, d/b/a TP-Link North America, Inc. Address: 145 South State College Blvd. Suite 400, Brea, CA 92821 Website: http://www.tp-link.com/us/ Tel: +1 626 333 0234 Fax: +1 909 527 6803 E-mail: sales.usa@tp-link.com This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Note: The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modifications to this equipment. Such modifications could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement: This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This device and its antenna must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
CE Mark Warning This is a class B product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures. OPERATING FREQUENCY (the maximum transmitted power) 2400 MHz -2483.
1. l’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage; 2. l’utilisateur de l’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, meme si le brouillage est susceptible d’en compromettre le fonctionnement. Caution: 1. The device for operation in the band 5150–5250 MHz is only for indoor use to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel mobile satellite systems; DFS (Dynamic Frequency Selection) products that operate in the bands 5250- 5350 MHz, 5470-5600MHz, and 5650-5725MHz.
당해 무선설비는 운용중 전파혼신 가능성이 있음. NCC Notice & BSMI Notice 注意！ 依據 低功率電波輻射性電機管理辦法 第十二條 經型式認證合格之低功率射頻電機，非經許可，公司、商號或使用者均不得擅自變更頻率、加大功率或變更原設計之特性或功能。 第十四條 低功率射頻電機之使用不得影響飛航安全及干擾合法通信；經發現有干擾現象時，應立即停用，並改善至無干擾時方得繼續使用。前項合法通 信，指依電信規定作業之無線電信。低功率射頻電機需忍受合法通信或工業、科學以及醫療用電波輻射性電機設備之干擾。 於5.25GHz至5.35GHz區域內操作之無線設備的警告聲明 工作頻率5.250~5.
備考1. "超出0.1 wt %" 及 "超出0.01 wt %" 系指限用物質之百分比含量超出百分比 含量基準值。 備考2. "○"系指該項限用物質之百分比含量未超出百分比含量基準值。 備考3. " − " 系指該項限用物質為排除項目。 Продукт сертифіковано згідно с правилами системи УкрСЕПРО на відповідність вимогам нормативних документів та вимогам, що передбачені чинними законодавчими актами України. Safety Information • Keep the device away from water, fire, humidity or hot environments. • Do not attempt to disassemble, repair, or modify the device. • Do not use the device where wireless devices are not allowed.
Symbol Explanation AC voltage Indoor use only RECYCLING This product bears the selective sorting symbol for Waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE). This means that this product must be handled pursuant to European directive 2012/19/EU in order to be recycled or dismantled to minimize its impact on the environment. User has the choice to give his product to a competent recycling organization or to the retailer when he buys a new electrical or electronic equipment.
User Guide AC1200 Wi-Fi Range Extender RE300 REV1.0.
Contents About This Guide 1 Chapter 1 Get to Know About Your Extender 2 1. 1. 1. 2. 3 3 3 4 Product Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Appearance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1. 2. 1.LED Explanation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.
6. 4. 6. 5. 6. 6. 6. 7. FAQ Upgrade the Firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Backup and Restore Configuration Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Change Login Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Check System Log . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
About This Guide This guide is a complement to Quick Installation Guide. The Quick Installation Guide provides instructions for quick internet setup, while this guide contains details of each function and demonstrates how to configure them. When using this guide, please notice that features of the extender may vary slightly depending on the model and software version you have, and on your location, language, and internet service provider.
Chapter 1 Get to Know About Your Extender This chapter introduces what the extender can do and its appearance.
Chapter 1 1 1 Get to Know About Your Extender Product Overview Bring Dead Zones Back to Life Tired of Wi-Fi “dead zones”? The TP-Link extender is connected to your router wirelessly, strengthening its signal and expanding its coverage into areas that could not otherwise be reached. Easy Installation & Quick Position The extender works with any standard wireless router. Instantly connect the extender to a router by pressing the router’s WPS button (if available) followed by the extender’s WPS button.
Chapter 1 Get to Know About Your Extender Name Status Indication On/Off The extender is on or off. Blinking The system is starting up or firmware is being upgraded. Solid white The extender is connected to your router’s wireless network and is in a suitable location. Solid red The extender is experiencing poor signal strength. Try relocating it closer to your host router. Blinking WPS connection is in progress. Off No wireless connection is established. 2.
Chapter 2 Set Up Internet Connection This chapter introduces how to boost your host wireless coverage. Please follow the step-by-step instructions to set up the internet connection.
Chapter 2 2 1 Set Up Internet Connection Power On the Extender Plug the extender into an electrical outlet next to your router, and then wait until the Power LED turns solid on. Note: For safety, we suggest that you plug the extender in upright directions as shown below. Solid On 2 2 Set Up the Extender There are three ways to set up the extender: via the TP-Link Tether app, via a web browser, or via the WPS button. 2 2 1 Method 1: Via the TP-Link Tether App 1.
Chapter 2 Set Up Internet Connection 4. Create a password to log in. 5. Follow app instructions to set up and relocate your extender. Tips: For more intuitive location assistant, access extender settings via Tether and go to Tools > Location Assistant. You can also manage your extender via Tether, such as controlling LEDs, sharing passwords of your networks and blocking devices. 2 2 2 Method 2: Via a Web Browser 1.
Chapter 2 Set Up Internet Connection Connections are available Wireless Network Connection TP-Link_Extender √ • Connect automatically Connect For Mac OS X Users 1 ) Unplug the Ethernet cable from your computer (if any). 2 ) Click the Wi-Fi icon in the top right corner of the screen, and connect to the extender’s network: TP-Link_Extender. Wi-Fi: On Turn Wi-Fi Off TP-Link_Extender Join Other Network... Create Network... Open Network Preferences... 2.
Chapter 2 Set Up Internet Connection 3 ) Select your host router’s 5GHz SSID (network name), enter its password (NOT the password you just created for management), and click Next. Note: If your host router does not support 5GHz wireless network, please click Skip to continue. 4 ) Confirm your host network password. 5 ) Either keep the default SSIDs (network names) or customize them for the extended networks, and then click Next.
Chapter 2 Set Up Internet Connection 6 ) Follow web instructions to relocate your extender for optimal Wi-Fi coverage and performance, and then click Done. 7 ) Enjoy! Connect to the extended network and enjoy the internet.
Chapter 2 2 2 3 Set Up Internet Connection Method 3: Via the WPS Button Use this way if your router has a WPS button. The button might look like one of these: . 1. Press the WPS button on your host router, and then press the WPS button on the extender for 1 second within 2 minutes. Note: For more information about using WPS button on your host router, please refer to the router manufacturer’s user guide. 2.
Chapter 2 Set Up Internet Connection Extended Network Names: Router’s network name with _EXT at the end Passwords: Same as your router Solid On Note: If you want to customize the extended network name, refer to Configure Wireless Network. If you cannot find the network names with _EXT in your Wi-Fi network list, this means that the extender has been connected to a OneMesh router and automatically copied its wireless settings. For more information, refer to OneMesh with Seamless Roaming. 5.
Chapter 3 OneMesh with Seamless Roaming This chapter introduces the TP-Link OneMeshTM feature.
Chapter 3 3 1 OneMesh with Seamless Roaming What‘s a OneMesh Network TP-Link OneMesh router and TP-Link OneMesh extenders work together to form one unified Wi-Fi network. Walk through your home and stay connected with the fastest possible speeds thanks to OneMesh’s seamless coverage. Unified Wi-Fi Network Router and extenders share the same wireless settings, including network name, password, access control settings and more.
Chapter 3 3 2 OneMesh with Seamless Roaming How to Set Up a OneMesh Network Once the extender is connected to a TP-Link OneMesh router via any method, the extender will automatically join the router’s OneMesh network and copy the router’s wireless settings. You can manage all mesh devices in the OneMesh network all on your router’s web page. If you want to remove the extender from the OneMesh network, follow the steps below: 1. Visit http://tplinkrepeater.
Chapter 4 TP-Link Cloud Service TP-Link Cloud service provides a better way to manage your cloud devices. Log in to your cloud device with a TP-Link ID, and you can easily monitor and manage your home network when you are out and about via the Tether app on your smartphone or tablet. To ensure that your cloud device stays new and gets better over time, the TP-Link Cloud will notify you when an important firmware upgrade is avaliable.
Chapter 4 4 1 TP-Link Cloud Service Register a TP-Link ID When you log in after initial setup, the web page will ask whether you need TP-Link Cloud service. You can also access the TP-Link Cloud settings as follows： 1. Visit http://tplinkrepeater.net, and log in with the password you set for the extender. 2. Go to Settings > TP-Link Cloud. 3. Click Register Now and follow the instructions to register a TP-Link ID. 4. After activating your TP-Link ID, come back to the TP-Link Cloud page to log in.
Chapter 4 ¾ TP-Link Cloud Service To change your password: 1. Click behind the Password. 2. Enter the current password, then a new password twice. And click Save. 4 3 Manage the User TP-Link IDs The TP-Link ID used to log in to the extender for the first time will be automatically bound as the Admin account. An admin account can add or remove other TP-Link IDs to or from the same extender as Users.
Chapter 4 TP-Link Cloud Service • Add/remove other TP-Link IDs to/from the extender. 4 3 1 Add TP-Link ID to Manage the Extender 1. Visit http://tplinkrepeater.net, and log in with your TP-Link ID. 2. Go to Settings > TP-Link Cloud, and focus on the Bound Accounts section. 3. Click , enter another TP-Link ID as needed and click Save. Note: If you need another TP-Link ID, please register a new one via the Tether app.
Chapter 4 4 4 TP-Link Cloud Service Manage the Extender via the TP-Link Tether App The Tether app runs on iOS and Android devices, such as smartphones and tablets. 1. Launch the Apple App Store or Google Play store and search “TP-Link Tether” or simply scan the QR code to download and install the app. OR 2. Connect your device to the extender’s or host router’s wireless network. 3.
Chapter 5 Customize Your Network This chapter guides you on how to configure network settings that are available for this extender.
Chapter 5 5 1 Customize Your Network Check Internet Status You can view the internet status of your extender to check whether you have successfully set up the extended network(s). 1. Visit http://tplinkrepeater.net, and log in with the password you set for the extender. 2. Go to Settings > Status to view the internet status of your extender. • The extender runs normally. • The extender fails to connect to the host networks.
Chapter 5 5 2 Customize Your Network Configure Wireless Network If you want to extend another host network after Quick Setup, you can refer to this section. Moreover, you can change the wireless settings for your extended networks. Tips: If the extender is in your router’s OneMesh network, it will automatically copy wireless settings from your router. No wireless settings is needed for the extender. Visit http://tplinkrepeater.net, and log in with the password you set for the extender.
Chapter 5 Customize Your Network 5. Click Save. ¾ To enable or disable the extended network: 1. Go to Settings > Wireless > Extended Network. 2. Extended networks are enabled by default. If you want to disable the wireless function of a certain band, just clear the Enable checkbox. In this case, all the wireless settings of this band will be invalid. 3. Click Save. ¾ To change the wireless network name (SSID): 1. Go to Settings > Wireless > Extended Network. 2. Create a new SSID in Extended 2.
Chapter 5 Customize Your Network 7. Click Save. 5 4 Adjust Wi-Fi Coverage You can set the extender’s Wi-Fi coverage depending on how large you want your Wi-Fi area to be. 1. Visit http://tplinkrepeater.net and log in with the password you set for the extender. 2. Go to Settings > Advanced Settings > Wi-Fi Coverage. 3. Select your desired Wi-Fi coverage level for the extender.
Chapter 5 Customize Your Network 4. Click Save. 5 5 Set Access Control Access Control allows you to permit or block specific devices from accessing the internet for a specific period. Tips: If the extender is in your router’s OneMesh network, it will automatically copy access control settings from your router. No access control settings is needed for the extender. 1. Visit http://tplinkrepeater.net and log in with the password you set for the extender. 2.
Chapter 5 Customize Your Network 5. Click OK. ¾ To permit specific device(s): 1. Select Whitelist and click Save. 2. Click Add in the Devices in Whitelist table. Enter the Device Name and MAC Address. And you can set the Effective Time for a certain entry as needed. 3. Click OK.
Chapter 5 5 6 Customize Your Network Set High Speed Mode The High Speed feature switches off one of the wireless bands to leave one highperformance, super-fast network, ideal for HD streaming and gaming applications. If most of your devices are connected to one wireless band, this feature can increase the overall performance of your wireless network. Note: Before enabling this feature, please go to Settings > Wireless > Extended Network and check that the 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands are both enabled.
Chapter 6 Manage Your Extender This chapter presents how to manage and maintain your extender.
Chapter 6 6 1 Manage Your Extender Set System Time The System Time of the extender will be used for time-based function such as the Power Schedule function. If you have enabled the Daylight Saving Time feature, the system time will be sychronized with the daylight saving time you configure. 1. Visit http://tplinkrepeater.net, and log in with the password you set for the extender. 2. Go to Settings > System Tools > Time Settings. ¾ To get system time: 1.
Chapter 6 Manage Your Extender 2. Go to Settings > System Tools > LED Control. ¾ To turn off the LEDs: Disable LED Status. ¾ To specify a time period when LEDs are off: 1. Select Night Mode. 2. Specify the LED off time period. 3. Click Save. 6 3 Set Power Schedule The Power Schdule feature allows you to specify a time period during which the extender is off. 1. Visit http://tplinkrepeater.net, and log in with the password you set for the extender. 2.
Chapter 6 Manage Your Extender 3. Click Save. 6 4 Upgrade the Firmware TP-Link is committed to improving product features, giving you a better network experience. You can download the latest firmware file from the Support page at our website www.tp-link.com and upgrade the extender to the latest firmware version. Note: • Make sure the latest firmware file is matched with the hardware version (as shown in the download section of the Support page).
Chapter 6 Manage Your Extender 5. Wait a few minutes for the firmware upgrade to complete and the extender to reboot. 6 5 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.
Chapter 6 Manage Your Extender 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 extender. 2. We strongly recommend you backup the current configuration settings before resetting the extender. 6 6 Change Login Password The account management feature allows you to change your login username and password of the web management webpage. 1. Visit http://tplinkrepeater.
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FAQ Q1 How to reset the extender to its factory default settings? • With the extender powered on, use a pin to press the Reset button for 1 second. The extender will reboot. • Log in to the extender’s web management page. Go to Settings > System Tools > Restore & Backup and click Factory Restore. Q2 What should I do if I forget my login password? Refer to FAQ > Q1 to reset the extender, and then visit http://tplinkrepeater.net to create a new login password.
1. Log in to your router and disable the MAC filter, wireless access control or ACL. Note: For more information about how to disable your router’s MAC filter, wireless access control or ACL, please refer to your router’s user guide. 2. Power on your extender, and run the Quick Setup to configure your extender. 3. Connect all of your devices to the extended network, and make sure the router’s Link LED remains lit. 4.
COPYRIGHT & TRADEMARKS Specifications are subject to change without notice. is a registered trademark of TP-Link Technologies Co., Ltd. Other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. No part of the specifications may be reproduced in any form or by any means or used to make any derivative such as translation, transformation, or adaptation without permission from TP-Link Technologies Co., Ltd. Copyright © 2018 TP-Link Technologies Co., Ltd.
FCC compliance information statement Product Name: AC1200 Wi-Fi Range Extender Model Number: RE300 Responsible Party: TP-Link USA Corporation, d/b/a TP-Link North America, Inc. Address: 145 South State College Blvd. Suite 400, Brea, CA 92821 Website: http://www.tp-link.com/us/ Tel: +1 626 333 0234 Fax: +1 909 527 6803 E-mail: sales.usa@tp-link.com This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement: This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This device and its antenna must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. “To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, this grant is applicable to only Mobile Configurations.
CE Mark Warning This is a class B product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures. OPERATING FREQUENCY (the maximum transmitted power) 2400 MHz -2483.
DFS (Dynamic Frequency Selection) products that operate in the bands 5250- 5350 MHz, 5470-5600MHz, and 5650-5725MHz. Avertissement: 1.
於5.25GHz至5.35GHz區域內操作之無線設備的警告聲明 工作頻率5.250~5.350GHz該頻段限於室內使用。 安全諮詢及注意事項 • 請使用原裝電源供應器或只能按照本產品注明的電源類型使用本產品。 • 清潔本產品之前請先拔掉電源線。請勿使用液體、噴霧清潔劑或濕布進行清潔。 • 注意防潮，請勿將水或其他液體潑灑到本產品上。 • 插槽與開口供通風使用，以確保本產品的操作可靠並防止過熱，請勿堵塞或覆蓋 開口。 • 請勿將本產品置放於靠近熱源的地方。除非有正常的通風，否則不可放在密閉位 置中。 • 請不要私自打開機殼，不要嘗試自行維修本產品，請由授權的專業人士進行此項 工作。 限用物質含有情況標示聲明書 限用物質及其化學符號 產品元件名 稱 鉛 鎘 汞 六價鉻 多溴聯苯 多溴二苯醚 Pb Cd Hg CrVI PBB PBDE PCB ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ 外殼 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ 電源供應板 − ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ 備考1. "超出0.1 wt %" 及 "超出0.
Please read and follow the above safety information when operating the device. We cannot guarantee that no accidents or damage will occur due to improper use of the device. Please use this product with care and operate at your own risk.
