In the technological era, everyone strives to get high-speed internet throughout the home. Mesh WiFi systems and WiFi extenders are the best devices when it comes to getting WiFi signals in all the nooks and crannies of the home. Are you trying to perform a TP-Link RE220 AC750 setup in your home but are failing to do so as the extender won’t connect to the router? The post that you’ve landed on has come to the rescue. You will find the best remedies that’ll do away with the obstacles that are stopping you from performing TP Link extender setup thereby preventing you from enjoying seamless internet. Let’s get started.
If you are using the WPS method or the TP Link app to complete the setup, then we suggest you try the web interface method this time. WPS method though seems easy, if not followed correctly, can lead to setup issues. The same is true with the app. You should go for a web interface method wherein you use a browser on your computer or laptop to carry out the setup instructions.
Now that you’re facing issues while setting up the TP Link extender, using the solutions discussed ahead will prove to be useful to you.
During the setup process, you first make a physical connection between the TP-Link RE220 AC750 extender and WiFi router. To make the connection, you ought to place them next to each other such that it is easy for them to communicate with each other. Shift the extender in the same room as your router and then try to set the extender up. Let us tell you after the setup is done, you can move your extender to a new location where you want to extend the router’s signals.
An interrupted power to any of the devices can interrupt the setup task in between. Why don’t you check the same now? You can have a look at the power sockets and the power adapters. Look for any visible faults or damage on them. If there’s any, get it fixed right away.
At times damage to the power socket is not visible to the naked eye. In that event, you should try using different wall outlets to plug in the device and see if this helps you eliminate the problem.
Wired connections should always be preferred as they are much more reliable than wireless connections. We recommend using a LAN cable to make a solid connection between the TP-Link RE220 AC750 WiFi range extender and the root router. This will help you rule out any odds of signal disconnections, thus halting the setup hindrances. However, you must use a good LAN cable and make finger-tight connections.
After you make a LAN or wireless connection between the extender and router, you need to go to the extender setup page. But to be able to do that you should be connected to its network. Have you connected your PC to the TP Link extender’s WiFi using the default SSID? Do it now. As soon as you connect, the TP Link Extender Setup page should open on its own. If it does not open then visit tplinkrepeater.net on a browser to go to the setup page. Complete the setup process using the prompts appearing on the screen.
To accomplish the setup process with ease, you should put to use an up-to-date internet browser. Update the one that you’re currently using and also clear its cache and cookies using its settings. You can give a shot at other browsers installed on your computer for the one that you’re using may not be supported.
Any VPN connections can stop you from performing the login and setup process. Temporarily disable the VPN while you are setting up your TP Link WiFi extender. Apart from that, the firewall may be blocking the connection. Therefore, either disable it or change its settings to allow extender login and connection.
Setting up a TP-Link RE220 AC750 wireless range extender won’t be a daunting task for you once you apply the remedies that have been presented in this post. After setting up the extender, relocate it to another place. But make sure it still resides within the router’s range. Also, ensure not to place it near other networking devices or home appliances to avoid signal interference. We conclude this piece of write-up with a suggestion to keep your extender updated with the most recent firmware version to make the most out of it.
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