TP-Link TL-WA855RE Installation Manual

Quick Installation Guide
2
Connect and Extend
Method 1: Via the WPS Button
1. Press the WPS button on your router.
2. Within 2 minutes, press the WPS button on the
extender for 1 second.
Blinking On
The extended network shares the same network
name and password as your router.
Note: If the WPS method fails, or if you want to customize the
extended network name, use Method 2 or 3.
3
Relocate and Enjoy
1. Plug in the extender about halfway between your router and the Wi-Fi dead
zone. The location you choose must be within the range of your host network.
2. Wait until the Signal LED turns solid blue. If it doesn't, relocate the extender
closer to the router to achieve better signal quality.
Enjoy the internet!
Method 2: Via a Web Browser
1. Connect your computer or smartphone to the
extender's network.
The WPS button might TP-Link_Extender
look like one of these:
2. Launch a web browser, and enter
http://tplinkrepeater.net or http://192.168.0.254
in the address bar. Create a password to log in.
Note: If the login window does not appear, refer to FAQ > Q1.
The Signal LED should
change from blinking to
solid on, indicating
successful connection.
3. Follow the instructions to complete the setup.
Note:
1. The Signal LED should turn solid on. If not, refer to FAQ > Q3.
2. You can customize the network name during the setup.
1
Power On
Plug the extender into a power outlet next to your router. Wait until its
Power LED turns solid on.
http://tplinkrepeater.net
Create Password
Confirm Password
Start
Host Network
On
Method 3: Via the Tether App
1. Download the Tether app.
or
Scan for Tether
2. Connect your smartphone to the extender's
network.
TP-Link_Extender
3. Launch the Tether app, and select your extender.
Create a password to log in.
4. Follow the instructions to complete the setup.
Note:
1. The Signal LED should turn solid on. If not, refer to FAQ > Q3.
2. You can customize the network name during the setup.
Blue: Suitable location
Red: Too far away
Extended Network
Network Name:
Customized/Same as host network
Password:
Same as host network
Tether