RE590T User Guide AC1900 Touch Screen Wi-Fi Range Extender REV1.1.
Contents Chapter 1. About This Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Chapter 2. Get to Know About Your Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 1. 1. 1. 2. 1. 3. Product Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Main Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
About This Guide This guide provides details of each function and shows how to configure the extender appropriate to your needs. In addition to this guide, a Quick Installation Guide is also released with each TP-LINK extender. You are suggested to configure your extender for quick Internet setup following the published Quick Installation Guide before you get started with a further configuration.
Chapter 1 Get to Know About Your Extender This chapter introduces what the extender can do and shows its main features and appearance.
Chapter 1 1. 1. Get to Know About Your Modem Router Product Overview What This Product Does The RE590T AC1900 Touch Screen Wi-Fi Range Extender is dedicated to Small Office/ Home Office (SOHO) wireless network solutions. It can enlarge your existing wireless network and mobility while it also allows you to connect a wired device to a wireless environment. Increased mobility and the absence of cabling are beneficial for your network. Expanded coverage by up to 10,000 sq. ft.
Chapter 1 1. 2. Get to Know About Your Modem Router Main Features • Extend the Range of Any Wi-Fi Network and manage the extended network using the 4.3 inch capacity touchscreen. • Three external antennas utilize Beam-forming technology to provide reliable connections and extended coverage by up to 10,000 sq ft. • Wireless 802.11ac technology provides up to 1900Mbps expanded dual band wireless speeds, ideal for lag-free online gaming and 4K video streaming.
Chapter 1 Get to Know About Your Modem Router Home Screen Signal Strength Indicates the Wi-Fi signal strength between the extender and the router. Wireless Status 2.4GHz / 5GHz On: The extender is connected to the router’s 2.4GHz / 5GHz wireless network. 2.4GHz / 5GHz Off: No connection. Total Clients Tap here to view the client information and to block specific clients from accessing the Internet. Wireless Settings Tap here to change the host network and extended network settings.
Chapter 1 1. 3. 2. Get to Know About Your Modem Router The Back Panel The extender’s back panel shows the connection ports, buttons and antennas. Refer to the following table for detailed instructions. Item Description Power For connecting the extender to a power socket via the provided power adapter. Power On/Off The switch for the power. Press it to power on or off your extender.
Chapter 2 Quick Setup for Internet Connection This chapter introduces how to connect and configure your extender to extend the existing wireless coverage by repeating the wireless signal. Furthermore, the extender can also be used as a wireless adapter that connects Ethernet-only devices to your Wi-Fi network.
Chapter 2 2. 1. Quick Setup for Internet Connection Connect the Hardware 1. Install the antennas and position them vertically. 2. Plug the extender’s adapter into an electrical outlet near your router. Then turn on the extender and wait until the system boot on the screen completes. 2. 2. Configure the Extender Here we will introduce three methods to configure the extender. Method ONE is recommended. 2. 2. 1.
Chapter 2 Quick Setup for Internet Connection 3. Select your host router’s 5GHz wireless network and enter its password, then tap Next. Note: If your host router does not support the 5GHz band, tap Skip. 4. Either keep the default SSIDs or customize them for the 2.4GHz and 5GHz extended networks, then tap Next. Note: Please swipe up for the 5GHz settings.
Chapter 2 Quick Setup for Internet Connection 5. Verify your wireless settings and tap Finish. Corresponding Wi-Fi signal icon(s)( 2.4GHz / 5GHz) at the top left of the touchscreen should be lit. 2. 2. 2. Method TWO: Using WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) 1. Press the WPS button on your host router. 2. Tap WPS on the menu screen of the extender, and tap Start WPS. Once the WPS connection is successful, a success message will display. 2. 2. 3.
Chapter 2 Quick Setup for Internet Connection The first time you log in, created a new username and password, and click Confirm. 3. Select your host router’s 2.4GHz network and enter the password, then click Next. 4. Select your host router’s 5GHz network and enter the password, then click Next. Note: If your router does not support the 5GHz band, click Skip.
Chapter 2 Quick Setup for Internet Connection 5. Either copy the host’s SSIDs or customize them for the 2.4GHz and 5GHz extended networks, then click Next. 6. Verify your wireless settings and click Finish.
Chapter 2 2. 3. Quick Setup for Internet Connection Relocate the extender 1. Place the extender halfway between your host router (Host Network) and the Wi-Fi dead zone. Host Networ k Extended Networ k Ideal Extender Placement 2. Make sure the extender receives a strong signal (recommended signal strength ) from your host router. If not, relocate it closer to your router.
Chapter 2 Quick Setup for Internet Connection Note: Make sure to place the extender away from all Blue tooth devices and other household electronics. 2. 4. Enjoy the Internet Now, connect your devices to the extender wirelessly or via an Ethernet cable to enjoy the Internet. Note: Both extended networks share the same Wi-Fi passwords as those of your host networks, but may have different wireless network names if you have customized them during the configuration. 2. 5.
Chapter 3 Further Configuration This chapter introduces configurations of the extender’s various features, such as Devices Control, DHCP, Clock, etc. Follow this chapter to configure most features on touchscreen. Some other features, such as Firmware Upgrade, Backup & Restore, System Log, etc, can only be configured through web-based utility.
Chapter 3 3. 1. Further Configuration Quick Setup Please refer to Method ONE: Using Touchscreen App under Chapter 2 Quick Setup for Internet Connection to connect the extender to your existing wireless network. 3. 2. Wireless Settings The Wireless Settings app helps you customize the wireless settings including the host network and extended network according to your needs. Set your host network 1. Tap Wireless Settings on the menu screen, then tap Host Network. 2. Tap 2.
Chapter 3 Further Configuration Note: If the host network security is WEP, tap Index to select index same as host network. 6. Tap Save. Set your extended network 1. Tap Wireless Settings on the menu screen, then tap Extended Network. 2. Tap 2.4GHz or 5GHz menu to set the 2.4GHz or 5GHz extended network. 3. Select the Enable Extended Network checkbox. 4. Either tap Copy Host SSID to copy the host router’s SSID, or tap Extended SSID to create a new name for the extended network. 5.
Chapter 3 Further Configuration 2. Tap Online Devices to view the connected clients. 3. Select the device(s) to be blocked and tap Block. 4. The blocked device(s) will be added to Devices in Blacklist automatically.
Chapter 3 Further Configuration Note: If you want to add a device manually or delete a blocked device, tap Edit on the Devices In Blacklist page. Done! 3. 4. Now devices in the blacklist cannot connect to your extender. WPS Please refer to Method TWO: Using WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) under Chapter 2 Quick Setup for Internet Connection to connect the extender to your existing wireless network. 3. 5. LAN By default, your extender is set to obtain an IP address automatically from the host router.
Chapter 3 Further Configuration 2. Tap IP Address to enter an IP address in dotted decimal notation. It should be in the same subnet as the host network. 3. Tap Subnet Mask to enter the subnet mask in dotted decimal notation. It determines the network portion and host portion of the IP address. 4. Tap Default Gateway to enter the gateway that is in the same subnet as the IP address in dotted decimal notation . It is usually the LAN IP address of your router. 5. Tap Save. 3. 6.
Chapter 3 Further Configuration • Address Lease Time: The amount of time in which a DHCP client can lease its current dynamic IP address assigned by your extender. After the dynamic IP address expires, the client will be automatically assigned a new dynamic IP address. • Default Gateway (Optional): Enter the LAN IP address of your extender. • Primary/Secondary DNS (Optional): Enter this parameters as provided by your ISP.
Chapter 3 Further Configuration 4. Enter the Description for the device. 5. Check the Enable This Entry box and tap Save (shown as figure below). Note: If you want to modify a reserved address, tap the reserved address to modify it. If you want to add or delete a reserved address, tap Edit to set up according to your needs. 3. 7. Clock Tap Clock on the menu screen, and you can see the current time and date got automatically from the Internet. Set time zone 1. Tap Clock on the menu screen, and tap .
Chapter 3 Further Configuration 2. Tap Clock Display to select the clock type you prefer, then tap Done. 3. Tap Save. 3. 8. Screen Settings The Screen Settings app helps to set the brightness and screen saver of your extender. 1. Tap Screen Settings on the menu screen. 2. Drag the scroll bar to set the brightness of the screen. 3. Tap Start screen saver after to select the wait time and tap Done. By default, the screen saver will start if the screen is idle for 3 minutes. 4. Tap Save. 3. 9.
Chapter 3 Further Configuration password at your first login. You can also change it with the Administrator Password app. 1. Tap Administrator Password on the menu screen. 2. Enter the old password. Enter the new password and enter again to confirm. 3. Tap Save. Note: 1. If you disable this function, your touchscreen will be under no protection and anyone can change the settings of your extender through the touchscreen, but logging in through web-based management page still requires the password. 2.
Chapter 3 Further Configuration 4. Click Browse to locate the downloaded new firmware file, and click Upgrade. 5. Wait a few moments for the upgrading and rebooting. During the process, do NOT turn off or reset your extender. Note: 1. The upgraded firmware version must correspond to the hardware version. 2. Before upgrading the firmware, it’s better to back up your current settings. Please refer to Backup & Restore for details. 3. 13.
Chapter 3 Further Configuration 3. 14. System Log System Log can help you know what happened to your extender, facilitating you to identify the malfunctions. When your extender does not work properly, you may need to save the system log and send it to the technical support for troubleshooting. 1. Launch a web-browser on your computer, type http://tplinkrepeater.net in the address bar, and enter the username and password you have set before, then click Login. 2. Go to Settings > System Tools > System Log.
Appendix A: Troubleshooting T1. What can I do if I forgot my administrator password? You must restore the extender to its factory default settings, and create a new one. T2. How do I restore my extender to its factory default settings? • Tap Reboot & Reset on the menu screen, and then tap Reset. • With the extender powered on, use a pin to press and hold the Reset button on the rear panel until the RE590T logo displays. T3.
4 ) Click LAN settings, deselect the following three options and click OK; 5 ) Go to Advanced > Restore advanced settings, and click OK to save the settings.
• Change a web browser or computer and try to log in again. • Reset the extender to its factory default settings, then connect your computer to the extender and try to log in again. If the login fails, please contact the technical support.
Appendix B: Specifications HARDWARE FEATURES Interfaces Button Dimensions (W x D x H) Antenna External Power Supply Touch Screen 4*10/100/1000Mbps Ethernet Ports(RJ45) Reset Button, Power On/Off Button 11.2 x 6.2 x 2.1 in. (284 x 157 x 52 mm) 3 dual band detachable antennas 12V/2.5A Screen Type: Capacitive Screen Size: 4.3 inch Screen Resolution: 128 ppi WIRELESS FEATURES Wireless Standards IEEE 802.11a/ac, IEEE 802.11b/g/n Frequency 2.4GHz, 5GHz Signal Rate Up to 1300Mbps @5GHz, Up to 600Mbps @2.
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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.
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.
Cet appareil est conforme aux norms CNR exemptes de licence d’Industrie Canada. Le fonctionnement est soumis aux deux conditions suivantes: 1. cet appareil ne doit pas provoquer d’interférences et 2. cet appareil doit accepter toute interférence, y compris celles susceptibles de provoquer un fonctionnement non souhaité de l’appareil. This device has been designed to operate with the antennas listed below, and having a maximum gain of 3 dBi.
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