User’s Manual RE270K / RE370K AC750 / AC1200 Wi-Fi Range Extender with Smart Plug 1910011951 REV 1.0.
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Contents 4 5 6 7 10 15 19 29 32 37 4 4 4 7 8 10 10 11 12 12 13 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 23 24 26 27 28 29 29 30 31 32 33 35 37 38 39 Introduction Product Overview Features Product Requirements Wi-Fi Extender+ Important Safety Information Connect Wi-Fi Extender+ to the Internet Setting Up Wi-Fi Extender+ via Kasa Setting Up Wi-Fi Extender+ via Computer Using Kasa with Wi-Fi Extender+ Kasa Account Kasa Settings Customizing Wi-Fi Extender+ Location Assistant Extending Another Wi-Fi Network Managing Netwo
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User’s Manual Wi-Fi Extender+ Introduction Product Overview TP-Link AC750/AC1200 Wi-Fi Range Extender with Smart Plug, also called “Wi-Fi Extender+” is a compact home device that expands and boots the Wi-Fi signal of your existing router to those hard-to-reach areas throughout your home or office up to 10,000 square feet.
Wi-Fi Extender+ User’s Manual Wi-Fi Extender+ 1 2 5 3 7 6 4 Note: Image may differ from actual product due to different regional power specifications. We use the U.S. version as an example 1 Antenna Position the antenna vertically for optimal performance. 2 LED Indicators Green: The 2.4GHz network is extended. 2.4G Flashing green: The extender is in SoftAP mode. OFF: No 2.4GHz connection. Green: The 5GHz network is extended. 5G Flashing green: The extender is in SoftAP mode.
Wi-Fi Extender+ User’s Manual Green: The extender is plugged into an active power outlet. Power Flashing green: Initializing. Flashing green rapidly: Upgrading firmware. 3 LED ON/OFF Button Press to turn the LED Indicators ON or OFF. 4 Reset Button Press and hold for about 5 seconds or until the Status LED starts to flash amber and green alternately to only reset the network settings without losing the current settings and initiate the SoftAP mode.
User’s Manual Wi-Fi Extender+ Important Safety Information Before installing and using the Wi-Fi Range Extender with Smart Plug, read and follow all safety precautions including the following: • WARNING: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE. Do NOT exceed the recommended electrical ratings (100V–240V~15A, 50/60Hz) of the pass-through power outlet. • For indoor use only. • The Wi-Fi Extender+ must only be installed and operated in an upright vertical position with the antenna pointing upwards.
Wi-Fi Extender+ User’s Manual Connect Wi-Fi Extender+ to the Internet There are two easy-to-setup methods to extend your Wi-Fi network. Setting Up Wi-Fi Extender+ via Kasa 1 Download TP-Link Kasa from the App Store or Google Play. OR Scan QR code Kasa 2 Connect your mobile device to your Wi-Fi network. 3 Launch Kasa and follow the in-app instructions to expand your Wi-Fi network. Sketch 9:41 AM 100% Sketch 9:41 AM 100% Power up Pull up the antenna on your Wi-Fi Extender+.
Wi-Fi Extender+ User’s Manual 5GHz Single-Band MyHome 2.4GHz: MyHome_2GEXT 5GHz: MyHome_EXT Dual-Band MyHome_1 MyHome_2 2.4GHz: MyHome_1_EXT 5GHz: MyHome_2_EXT Setting Up Wi-Fi Extender+ via Computer 1 Position antenna vertically and plug in the extender near your router. Then, wait until the Power LED is lit solid green. 2.4G 5G Status ! The Wi-Fi Extender+ must only be installed and operated in an upright vertical position with the antenna pointing upwards.
Wi-Fi Extender+ User’s Manual http://tplinkrepeater.net admin admin LOGIN 4 Follow the Quick Setup wizard to extend your 2.4GHz and 5GHz Wi-Fi networks. Quick Setup Connect to router’s 5GHz Wi-Fi Connect to router’s 2.4GHz Wi-Fi 2.4GHZ NETWORK MyHome Summary Setup Extended Wi-Fi MAC ADDRESS SECURITY 00:AA:BB:11:CC:22 WPA2 2.4GHz Wi-Fi Password: NEXT 5 Relocate your Wi-Fi Extender+ to an outlet around the midpoint between your Wi-Fi router and the Wi-Fi “dead” zone.
Wi-Fi Extender+ User’s Manual 5GHz Single-Band MyHome 2.4GHz: MyHome_2GEXT 5GHz: MyHome_EXT Dual-Band MyHome_1 MyHome_2 2.4GHz: MyHome_1_EXT 5GHz: MyHome_2_EXT www.tp-link.
User’s Manual Wi-Fi Extender+ Using Kasa with Wi-Fi Extender+ Once the Wi-Fi Extender+ is conneted to your Wi-Fi network, you can use the Kasa app on your mobile devices or tablets to control, automate the Smart Plug and manage the extended network easily and seemlessly. Please make sure that your mobile device or tablet is connected to the extended network before any configuration.
Wi-Fi Extender+ User’s Manual Customizing Wi-Fi Extender+ You can personalize your Wi-Fi Extender+ with a descriptive name and a custom icon that represents the connected device or household appliance from the extender’s details screen. 9:41 PM 100% Device Settings DEVICE CONTROLS LED Light My Range Extender Device Name Device Icon NETWORK Network Admin Password Use Location Assistant DEVICE INFO Model RE270 MAC Address 00:01:02:03:04:05 Hardware Version 1.0.0 Firmware Version 1.0.
Wi-Fi Extender+ User’s Manual Location Assistant After setup, the Status LED on the left side of the Wi-Fi Extender+ and the Kasa app will detect whether the device’s signal strength is too strong or too weak. You can use either the Status LED or Location Assistant to help you reposition the extender to an optimal location (if needed).
Wi-Fi Extender+ User’s Manual 1. On the Devices screen, tap on the row of the Wi-Fi Extender+ to go to its controls. 2. Tap to switch to the Extended Network view. NETWORK 3. Tap anywhere in the Network Details section. 4. Within the Network Details screen, tap on the reconfigure and confirm when prompted. (Edit) icon of the Wi-Fi connection you want to 5.
User’s Manual Wi-Fi Extender+ 4. On the Client List screen, you can block the current wireless clients listed under the CONNECTED tab by tapping on the row of the client. To unblock a client, tap on the BLOCKED tab to view the blocked clients list, then tap on the row of the blocked client and confirm when prompted. www.tp-link.
Wi-Fi Extender+ User’s Manual Home Automation with Integrated Smart Plug The Wi-Fi Extender+ is equipped with a Smart Plug that lets you to control and automate your connected lights and other household electronic devices via the Kasa app. Scheduling You can set up the Smart Plug’s schedule, which is made up of Events, to automate your connected devices to work around your home and work schedules, such as setting the lights to come on at dusk and turn off at sunrise.
Wi-Fi Extender+ User’s Manual 9:41 PM 100% Schedule 6 : 00 am ON S M T W T F S 9 : 0 0 am OFF One time only 7 : 1 5 pm ON S M T W T F S 7 : 00 pm OFF S M T W T F S 7 : 00 pm Delete S M T W T F S Timer Timer can be set to automatically turn the lights or household appliances plugged into the Wi-Fi Extender+ ON or OFF after the countdown time has elapsed. 9:41 PM 100% Timer After 4 5 6 7 8 hrs 5 5 0 0 0 8 9 0 1 2 min Turn my Smart Plug ON START 1.
Wi-Fi Extender+ User’s Manual when power is lost or interrupted, or at any time you turn ON/OFF the device manually using Kasa or the physical ON/OFF switch. You may need to set a new timer if desired. Runtime Report The Runtime report provides a statistical information about how long the Wi-Fi Extender+ has been running. To view the Runtime report, tap anywhere in the Usage section of the Wi-Fi Extender+’s details screen. 9:41 PM 100% Runtime TODAY Current Runtime 2.80 hrs Total Runtime 3.
Wi-Fi Extender+ User’s Manual Creating Scenes Take full advantage of your TP-Link Smart Home devices in your home with “Scenes”. A scene is a preset group of Smart Devices (such as Wi-Fi Extender+, Smart Wi-Fi Plugs Mini and Smart Wi-Fi Switches) that can be customized and controlled simultaneously at the touch of a button from your smartphone or tablet to easily set your mood or fit any special occasion.
Wi-Fi Extender+ User’s Manual Configuring Wi-Fi Extender+ via a Web Browser The Wi-Fi Extender+’s web-based interface lets you configure your extended network via a web browser on your computer, mobile device, or tablet. Please make sure that you connect the smart device to the extended network before any configuration. Changing Admin Account The default admin account credentials to log into the extender’s web interface are admin (all lowercase) for both username and password.
User’s Manual ! Wi-Fi Extender+ You will be prompted to log back in using the new admin account. Dashboard Every time you log into the web-based interface, you will be taken to the visual dashboard (or control panel) of your Wi-Fi Extender+. The dashboard provides an overview of your extended networks and allows you to view the current status of the Wi-Fi Extender+, detailed information about the uplink connection (the Router), and see who’s currently connected to your extended networks.
Wi-Fi Extender+ User’s Manual • The Wi-Fi Extender+ is connected to the router, but Internet is not available. • The Wi-Fi Extender+ is partially connected to the router. Make sure the extender is set to obtain an IP address automatically under Network > Network Settings. Wi-Fi icon indicator for 2.4GHz and 5GHz networks: Wi-Fi Icon Indication A secure Wi-Fi connection. A non-secure Wi-Fi connection. No Wi-Fi connection.
Wi-Fi Extender+ User’s Manual 3. Enable the “Connect to router’s 2.4GHz Network“ checkbox to extend the 2.4GHz band of the main (host) network. 4. Click to scan for available 2.4GHz networks near you. 5. Select the Wi-Fi network that you wish to extend from the list. ! If your Wi-Fi network doesn’t appear in the list, its SSID may be hidden, click the to close the list and enter the SSID, Security, and Password of the main (host) network. These fields are case-sensitive. 6.
Wi-Fi Extender+ User’s Manual Extended Network Settings You can customize and/or hide the wireless network name (SSID) to add extra security for your extended networks. However, you cannot change the extender’s Wi-Fi security and password. You must use the same Wi-Fi password of the main (host) network to connect your wireless devices to the extended network. The steps to change the extended network’s SSID are as follows. 1. Launch a web browser and enter http://tplinkrepeater.
Wi-Fi Extender+ User’s Manual Wi-Fi Access Control By default, the Access Control function is disabled, and any wireless devices can connect to the extended networks through the SSID and Wi-Fi password. However, you can restrict Wi-Fi access to specific devices on your extended networks using the Access Control function. 1. Launch a web browser and enter http://tplinkrepeater.net into the URL field, then log in using the admin credentials. 2. Under the Settings tab, go to Wireless > Access Control. 3.
Wi-Fi Extender+ User’s Manual To add a device to the Blacklist or Whitelist using its MAC address: 1. Under the Devices in Blacklist or Devices in Whitelist, click . 2. Enter the Device Name. 3. Enter the device’s MAC Address in hexadecimal format (0-9, a-f, A-F) separated by a dash (for example, 00-FC-E9-98-7E-A0). 4. Click . To modify the device’s name or its MAC address, or remove the device from the Blacklist or Whitelist, (Edit) icon or the (Trash) icon on the row of the device.
Wi-Fi Extender+ User’s Manual Changing the IP address By default, the Wi-Fi Extender+ is configured to obtain its IP address automatically from your wireless router or Access Point (AP) that it connects to. If the wireless router does not have a DHCP server or its DHCP server is disabled, you can assign a static IP address to the extender.
User’s Manual ! Wi-Fi Extender+ You will be disconnected from the extended network upon changing the IP address. To access the extender’s web-based interface, enter http://tpinkrepeater.net or the new assigned IP address, and log in. DHCP Server By default, the Wi-Fi Extender+ is configured as a DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) server to automatically allocates dynamic IP addresses to DHCP clients connected to your extended networks. To change the DHCP Server settings: 1.
Wi-Fi Extender+ User’s Manual f. 7. Off: If selected, you must have another DHCP server within your LAN; otherwise, you have to assign an IP address for each client manually. Click to save your DHCP Server configuration. DHCP Client List The DHCP Client List displays the following information of each DHCP client that is currently connected to the extended networks. Use the Refresh button to update the client list. • Client Name: The name of the DHCP client.
Wi-Fi Extender+ User’s Manual Other Administrative Tools The System Tools allow you to perform other administrative tasks, such as time settings, firmware upgrade, backup and restore the Wi-Fi Extender+. Time Settings The Time Settings are very important for the time-based features, such as LED Control, System Log, and Access Control, to work properly. Launch a web browser and enter http://tplinkrepeater.net into the URL field, then log in using the admin credentials. 1. 2.
Wi-Fi Extender+ User’s Manual 2. Under the Settings tab, go to System Tools > LED Control. 3. Select Night Mode to enable the Night Mode feature. 4. Under LED Off Time, select the time range (from and to) during which the LEDs will be off in 24-hour time format. 5. Click to activate the Night Mode feature. System Log The System Log displays a list of the most recent activities (events) of the Wi-Fi Extender+. You can define which type of logs and/or the level of logs you want to view.
Wi-Fi Extender+ User’s Manual Cloud Setting Binding the Wi-Fi Extender+ to your Kasa account to enjoy the convenience of controlling the devices plugged into the Smart Plug and managing your extended networks from anywhere and at any time using the Kasa app. 1. Launch a web browser and enter http://tplinkrepeater.net into the URL field, then log in using the admin credentials. 2. Under the Settings tab, go to System Tools > Cloud Setting. 3. Enter your Kasa account email address and password. 4.
Wi-Fi Extender+ User’s Manual Maintaining the Wi-Fi Extender+ Firmware Upgrade To keep your Wi-Fi Extender+ or other Smart Home devices working at peak performance and up-to-date with all the latest improvement or important fixes, we recommend that you update the firmware when updates are available. You can perform firmware upgrade on a computer or directly via the Kasa app.
Wi-Fi Extender+ User’s Manual ! IMPORTANT: To prevent upgrade failure, please note the following: • Make sure that the latest firmware file you downloaded matches the Hardware Version as displayed under the Settings > System Tools > Firmware Upgrade page. • Make sure you have a stable connection (wired or wireless) between the Wi-Fi Extender+ and the computer performing the firmware upgrade. • Backup your current configuration from the Settings > System Tools > Backup & Restore page.
Wi-Fi Extender+ User’s Manual admin credentials. 3. Under the Settings tab, go to System Tools > Backup & Restore. 4. Under the Backup section, click (*.bin) file to your computer. ! to save a copy of your current configuration as a binary Make sure you save the backup file in a safe location where you can retrieve it when needed. To restore the Wi-Fi Extender+ to its previous state: Under the Settings tab, go to System Tools > Backup & Restore. 1. 2. Under the Restore section, click 3.
Wi-Fi Extender+ User’s Manual Resetting Resetting the Wi-Fi Exender+ can help you troubleshoot any issues that you may have. There are two types of reset you can perform on your Wi-Fi Extender+, Soft Reset and Hard Reset. The Reset button is located on the left side of the Wi-Fi Extender+.
User’s Manual ! Wi-Fi Extender+ The factory reset takes a few minutes to complete. DO NOT unplug the Wi-Fi Extender+ or interrupt the factory reset process. The Wi-Fi Extender+ will automatically reboot when the factory reset is finished. To log back into the Wi-Fi Extender+, enter the default credentials “admin” for both username and password. www.tp-link.
User’s Manual Wi-Fi Extender+ Troubleshooting Frequently Asked Questions 1. How do I restore my extender’s configuration to its factory default settings? There are two methods to factory reset the Wi-Fi Extender+. Keep in mind that factory resetting the Wi-Fi Extender+ will erase all of your custom settings (such as network settings, schedules, and admin account credentials) and return them to an out-of-box configuration.
User’s Manual Wi-Fi Extender+ start to flash to initiate the SoftAP mode. Then, launch the Kasa app and add the extender again. 5. How to troubleshoot when the SoftAP process fails? • Press and hold the Reset button for about 5 seconds or until the Status, 2.4G and 5G LEDs start to flash, then release the button. When the Status, 2.4G and 5G LEDs are flashing green, follow the Kasa app’s prompts to set up your Wi-Fi Extender+ again.
User’s Manual Wi-Fi Extender+ Support If you encounter any issues with the Wi-Fi Extender+ or configuration, please visit www.tp-link.com/support for web support and troubleshooting information. www.tp-link.
Wi-Fi Extender+ User’s Manual Specifications General Standards and Protocols: IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.1x, IEEE 802.11e, IEEE 802.11i, IEEE 802.11ac, TCP/IP, DHCP Safety & Emission: CE Ports One 10/100/1000M Auto-Negotiation LAN RJ45 port System Requirements: Android 4.1 or higher, iOS 8 or higher Wireless Frequency Band: 2.4GHz: 2.4~2.4835GHz 5GHz: 5.15~5.25GHz 2.4GHz: 11n: Up to 450Mbps 11g: 54/48/36/24/18/12/9/6Mbps 11b: 11/5.
Wi-Fi Extender+ User’s Manual Operating Temperature: 0°C~40°C (32°F~104°F) Environment: Storage Temperature: -20°C~70°C (-4°F ~158°F) Operating Humidity: 10%~90% non-condensing Storage Humidity: 5%~90% non-condensing Limited Warranty To learn more about the Limited Warranty for TP-Link products, please visit www.tp-link.us/support/rma. www.tp-link.
User’s Manual Wi-Fi Extender+ FCC Statement 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. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
User’s Manual Wi-Fi Extender+ The high-power radars are allocated as primary users (i.e. priority users) of the bands 5250-5350 MHz and 5650-5850 MHz and that these radars could cause interference and/or damage to LE-LAN devices. DFS (Dynamic Frequency Selection) products that operate in the bands 5250- 5350 MHz, 5470-5600MHz, and 5650-5725MHz.
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