1 Power On

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Plug the extender into a power outlet next to your router. Wait until its
Power LED turns solid on.
Note: For safety, only plug the extender in the direction as shown below.

Quick Installation Guide

Range Extender
Next to

Setup with videos

Scan the QR code, or visit
Solid On
https://www.tp-link.com/download/TL-WA860RE.html
Note: TL-WA860RE (EU version) is used for demonstration in this guide. Images may differ from your actual product.

2 Set Up
Via the Tether App More Setup Methods

1. Get the up-to-date Tether app from the 3. Tap the button and select Range Extender. Via a Web Browser
Apple App Store or Google Play, or simply Note: If you cannot find your device, please refer to
FAQ > Q1.
1. Connect your computer or smartphone to
scan the QR code. the extender’s network TP-Link_Extender.

2. Visit http://tplinkrepeater.net or
My Devices http://192.168.0.254 in a web browser.
No devices found. Create a password to log in.
or 3. Follow web instructions to complete the setup.
Choose your device type

Router
Tether Via the WPS Button
Gaming Router

1. Press the WPS button on your router.

Scan for Tether
Range Extender

2. Within 2 minutes, press the WPS button on the

extender for 1 second. The WPS LED should
2. Launch the Tether app and log in with your 4. Follow app instructions to complete the setup. change from blinking to solid on, indicating
TP-Link ID. If you don’t have an account, The LED should turn solid on, indicating successful connection.
create one first. successful connection to your router.
Note: If the LED does not turn solid on, please refer to
FAQ > Q2. Extended Network Name:
Router’s network name with _EXT at the end
Password:
Same as your router
Welcome to Tether

TP-Link ID (Email)

Password For more details, please refer to the user guide

at https://www.tp-link.com/support/download/.
Log In
Sign Up Forgot Password?
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3 Relocate
1. Plug in the extender about halfway between your router and the Wi-Fi dead Green: Suitable location
Red: Too far from router
zone. The location you choose must be within the range of your router.

2. Wait for about 2 minutes until the LED turns solid green. If it doesn't,
relocate the extender closer to the router to achieve better signal quality.
Router Devices
Halfway
Tip: To place the extender for optimal Wi-Fi performance, access extender settings
via the Tether app and go to Tools > Location Assistant, or simply scan the QR code
to visit https://www.tp-link.com/support/faq/3103/.

Enjoy!
Smartphone Tablet Laptop
Connect your devices to the extender wirelessly or via an Ethernet cable, then
enjoy the internet. The password of your extended network is the same as your
host router.
Tip: You can also set up the extender in Access Point mode to transform your existing wired network to a
Smart TV Game Console Desktop
wireless one. For details, refer to the user guide at https://www.tp-link.com/support/download/.
Access Extender Settings LED Explanation
After setup, you can access extender settings via any of the methods below.
You can reselect host network, change extended network settings and more.
Note: If your extender and router use the same network name, Method 1 is recommended.

Method 1: Via the Tether App

Tether

1. Connect your smartphone to the extender‘s or router’s network.

2. Launch the Tether app, select your extender, and log in. LED Status Indication (For Range Extender Mode)
3. View or change extender settings as needed.
The extender is connected to your router’s
Green
wireless network and is in a suitable location.
Method 2: Via a Web Browser (Signal) Red
The extender is receiving a weak signal. Try
relocating it closer to your router.
Off No wireless connection is established.
http://tplinkrepeater.net
http://tplinkrepeater.net

The light remains on for 5 minutes when a WPS

On/Off
WPS connection is established, then turns off.
Blinking WPS connection is in progress.
1. Connect your computer or smartphone to the extender’s network. If you
are using a computer, unplug the Ethernet cable if any.
2. Launch a web browser, enter http://tplinkrepeater.net in the address bar, On/Off The extender is on or off.
and log in. The system is starting up or firmware upgrade is in
(Power) Blinking
3. View or change extender settings as needed. progress.

Q1. What should I do if the Tether app cannot find my device? Q3. How do I reset the extender?
• Follow the steps below: • With the extender powered on, use a pin to press the RESET button for 1 second.
1. Connect your smartphone to the extender’s network TP-Link_Extender. The extender will reboot.

< Settings Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi
CHOOSE A NETWORK...

TP-Link_Extender
Other...
2. Launch the Tether app, and select your extender.
Tip: If you have connected to the extender’s Wi-Fi but still cannot find your device, turn off
If you need more setup help, please visit
your cellular data.
https://www.tp-link.com/support/faq/3074/, or simply scan the QR code.

My Devices

Local Device Safety Information

TL-WA860RE • Keep the device away from water, fire, humidity or hot environments.
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• Do not attempt to disassemble, repair, or modify the device. If you need service, please contact us.
• Do not use the device where wireless devices are not allowed.
3. Follow app instructions to complete the setup. • The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.
• For passthrough devices, plug the power strips into the integrated electrical sockets of the
If you are still having problems, contact our technical support. devices, but devices of the same or another type not be stacked in normal use. Do not plug
in a row.
Q2. What should I do if the LED doesn’t turn solid on after TP-Link hereby declares that the device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other
completing setup via the Tether app or web browser? relevant provisions of directives 2014/53/EU, 2009/125/EC, 2011 /65/EU and (EU) 2015/863.
The original EU Declaration of Conformity may be found at https://www.tp-link.com/en/support/ce
• You may have entered incorrect Wi-Fi password for your host router during the
configuration. Check the password and try again. TP-Link hereby declares that the device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other
relevant provisions of the Radio Equipment Regulations 2017.
• Make sure the extender is close to your router, preferably within 16 feet, and The original UK Declaration of Conformity may be found at https://www.tp-link.com/support/ukca
away from large electrical appliances.
To communicate with TP-Link users or engineers, please join the TP-Link Community
• If you have enabled wireless MAC filtering, wireless access control, or access at https://community.tp-link.com.
control list (ACL) on your router, disable them first, then follow any method on the
front page to complete the configuration. If you have any suggestions or needs for our product guides, you are welcome
to email [email protected].
• Try setting up via the WPS button.
• Reset the extender and go through the configuration again. For technical support, replacement services, user manuals and other information,
please visit https://www.tp-link.com/support, or simply scan the QR code.
If you are still having problems, contact our technical support.

300Mbps Wi-Fi Range Extender with AC Passthrough Model: TL-WA860RE