Quick Start Guide

Both extended networks share the same Wi-Fi passwords as those of your host networks, but may have dierent wireless
network names (SSIDs) if you have customized them during the conguration.
Plug the extender into a power outlet about halfway between your
router and the Wi-Fi dead zone. The location you choose must be
within the range of your host network.
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2
Relocate
Wait until the LED is lit and solid blue. If not, relocate it closer
to the router to achieve better signal quality.
Ideal extender PlacementRouter Device
Red
Too far away
Blue
Ideal location
Extended NetworkHost Network
Enjoy!
Method ONE Quick Setup Using a Web Browser
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Plug the extender into a power outlet
next to your router, and wait until the
POWER LED is lit and solid blue.
Power on
or
Connect to the extender
1. Unplug the Ethernet cable from your Mac (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_2.4GHz/5GHz.
For Mac OS X UsersFor Windows Users
1. Unplug the Ethernet cable from your
computer (if any).
2. Click the Wi-Fi icon on your taskbar and
connect to the extender’s network
TP-LINK_Extender_2.4GHz/5GHz.
Connection are available
Wireless Network Connection
TP-LINK_Extender_2.4GHz
TP-LINK_Extender_5GHz
Connect automatically
Connect
√
Wi-Fi: On
Turn Wi-Fi O
TP-LINK_Extender_5GHz
Join Other Network...
Create Network...
Open Network Preferences...
TP-LINK_Extender_2.4GHz
Congure
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If your router does not support 5GHz wireless
network, please click Skip to continue.
Select your router's 2.4GHz/5GHz host network
and enter its password. Then click Next.
Exit
Other... Rescan
Skip
Next
Please select 2.4GHz Host network or skip this network.
SSIDID
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2
Signal
MAC Address
Security
Your router’s wireless name
30:B5:C1:33:99:76
Host 2.4GHz Password:
TP_LINK_123456
23:B5:C0:30:90:06
2.4GHz Host Network
5GHz Host Network
Wireless Settings
Summary
12345678
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4
Verify your wireless settings and click Save. The
corresponding LED(s) ( / ) should turn on
and stay solid.
2.4GHz Host Network
5GHz Host Network
Wireless Settings
Summary
Extended 2.4GHz SSID:
Your network name
Copy Host SSID
Hide SSID broadcast
The extended 2.4GHz password is the same as your Host password.
Extended 5GHz SSID:
Your network name_5G
Copy Host SSID
Hide SSID broadcast
The extended 5GHz password is the same as your Host password.
Back Next
Either keep the default SSIDs or customize
them for the extended networks, and then click
Next.
Launch a web browser and enter
http://tplinkrepeater.net or http://192.168.0.254
in the address bar. Create a password for future
login attempts, and click Start.
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http://tplinkrepeater.net
Start
Confirm Password
Create Password
If the login window does not appear, please refer
to the FAQ > Q1.
Button Explanation
LED button: To turn all LEDs on or o, press the LED button.
Power button: To turn on or o the extender, press the Power button.
2.4GHz/5GHz
On: The extender is connected to the
2.4GHz/5GHz wireless network of your
host router.
O: No wireless connection is
established.
POWER
On: The extender is on.
Flashing: The extender is starting up.
O: The extender is o.
Solid blue: 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
router.
Flashing: WPS connection is being established.
O: No active connection.
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LED Explanation
Applicable Model:
Quick Installation Guide
RE450