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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Hardware Information
Client Mode
The AP device functions as a wireless adapter to connect the wired device (e.g. Xbox/TV) to a wireless network.
1. Connect the device according to the steps A and B in the diagram.
2. Turn on the power and wait until the Power ( ) LED is lit and stable.
3. Connect your computer or smart device to the AP device via a wired or wireless connection.
The default SSID and wireless password are printed on the product label.
4. Launch a web browser and enter http://tplinkap.net, then log in using admin (all lowercase)
for both Username and Password.
Now, connect your wired-only device to the AP device using an Ethernet cable.
5. Click Quick Setup, then select your Region and click Next.
6. Select Client mode and click Next. Follow the step-by-step on-screen instructions to
complete the configuration.
Q3. How do I recover the AP device’s web management password or
retrieve my Wi-Fi password?
• If you forget the password required to access the AP device's web
management page and your Wi-Fi password, you must restore the AP
device to its factory default settings.
• If your forget your Wi-Fi password, but are able to access the AP
device's management interface, connect a computer or mobile device
to the AP device via wired or wireless. Log in and go to Advanced >
Wireless > Basic Settings to retrieve or reset your Wi-Fi password.
Q5. What can I do to maximize my signal strength in Repeater/Bridge mode?
When choosing an ideal location to optimize wireless signal in Repeater/
Bridge mode, please use the following recommendations.
Q1. How do I restore the AP device to its factory default settings?
With the device powered on, use a pin to press and hold the Reset button for
five seconds until the Power LED starts blinking, then release the button.
Q2. What can I do if the login window does not appear?
• Change the computer's static IP address to obtain an IP address
automatically.
• Verify if http://tplinkap.net or http://192.168.0.254 is correctly entered in
the web browser.
• Use another web browser and try again.
• Reboot your AP device and try again.
• Power off your host AP and enter http://tplinkap.net into the web browser
to try again.
Q4. What can I do if my wireless is not stable?
It may be caused by too much interference, you can try the following
methods:
• Set your wireless channel to a different channel.
• Move the AP device to a new location away from Bluetooth devices and
other household electronics, such as cordless phone, microwave, and baby
monitor, etc., to minimize signal interference.
Note: Upon resetting, all previous configurations will be cleared, and the AP device will reset
to the default AP Mode.
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Host AP
or
or
Other
Device
A
Internet
B
Default Wireless Network Information:
The default case-sensitive SSIDs (Network Names) and Wireless Password/PIN are
printed
on the product label.
Enjoy!
Less Obstacles Ensure Better Performance
Choose a location with less obstacles that may block the signal between
the AP device and the host network. An open corridor or a spacious
location is ideal.
Less Interference Provides More Stability
Choose a location away from Bluetooth devices and other household
electronics, such as cordless phone, microwave, and baby monitor, etc.,
to minimize signal interference.
The Best Way is Halfway
Generally, the ideal location for the repeater is halfway between your
wireless router and your wireless clients. If that is not possible, place it
closer to your wireless router to ensure stable performance.
LED Button:
Press this button to turn on or turn off the LEDs.
LED:
Power
On
Off
Blinking
The device is on.
The device is off.
The device is initializing or upgrading.
2.4GHz and 5GHz
On
Off
AP/Multi-SSID mode
The 2.4GHz and 5GHz wireless are working properly.
The 2.4GHz and 5GHz wireless are disabled.
LED Status Indication
Repeater/Bridge/Client mode
The host AP's 2.4GHz or 5GHz network is selected.
The host AP's 2.4GHz or 5GHz network is not selected.
Ethernet
A device is connected to the Ethernet port.
No device is connected to the Ethernet port.
WPS/Signal Strength
Slow blinking
On
Quick blinking
Solid blue
Solid orange
Off
WPS connection is in process.
WPS connection is successful.
WPS connection fails.
The signal strength is good.
The signal strength is too weak.
The device is disconnected from the host network.
On
Off
Signal strength indicator (Repeater/Bridge/Client mode)
On
Off
Host AP’s SSID
TV
WPS operation indicator
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