Category Archives: Networks

This article is specifically for range extenders that do not have a DHCP server. To learn how to set up models TL-WA850RE Before configuration, make sure you have the necessary root router information: Information of Root Router: ● LAN IP: 192.168.1.254 ● SSID: 2WIRE_TEST ● Encryption Type: WPA2-PSK with AES ● Passphrase: testtplink Preparation ●Since the DHCP function on the Range Extender is […]

This article will explain how to use your TP-Link N router as an access point. The main router will be connected to the TP-Link N router via LAN port (as seen below).  The WAN port is not used for this configuration.                         Main Router […]

The web-based management page of TP-Link routers is a built-in internal web server that does not require internet access.  It does however require your device to be connected to the TP-Link router.  This connection can be wired or wireless, so you can log into the management page from the desktop computer, phone, tablet, iPad, etc.Note: Low version of your web […]

Some TP-Link products may have more than one hardware version.  For example, a name ending with V1, V2, etc. Choose methods below to find the hardware version of your TP-Link products.  Using the label on the back of the device (for most of products). Using the engraved characters on the device (for products like USB […]

Q: What does speed of Signal Rate  mean? A: It means the maximum wireless associated/link speed the Tplink router can provide. It is the internal WLAN connection speed between the computer and the router, not the internet speed. Q: How do I know my actual internet speed? A: There are various speed-test tools online .You can try […]