CHF17.–
TP-Link Re200
433 Mbit/s, 300 Mbit/s
Question about TP-Link Re200
Hello, I bought this to extend my wifi to the cellar. The repeater is out of range of the wifi signal but is connected via Ethernet. Can it repeat the signal in these conditions? It doesn't seem to be working. Is this poor handling on my part or can the product not do this?
digitec
1 month ago
Hello,
Yes, the repeater can extend the WiFi signal even if it's out of range of the main WiFi, as long as it's connected to your network via Ethernet (for example, via a cable from the router or a switch). This activates Ethernet bridge mode, where it receives the network via cable and broadcasts WiFi locally.
If this doesn't work, check these points:
- The Ethernet cable is properly connected to the RJ45 port (10/100 Mbit/s) on the repeater and to a LAN port on your router.
- The repeater is correctly configured: access http://tplinkrepeater.net or 192.168.0.254 from a device connected to the repeater (via WiFi or Ethernet), and follow the steps to select the network or activate bridge mode.
- Check the LEDs: the 2.4G/5G signal lights should be green to indicate a good connection. If red or off, reposition or reconfigure.
- Test the Ethernet connection: plug a PC directly into the repeater's Ethernet port and check Internet access.
It's probably a question of configuration. If the problem persists, try a reset (RESET button) and a new installation via WPS or the web interface. For more help, consult the TP-Link manual or our community.
Automatically generated from the .Yes, the repeater can extend the WiFi signal even if it's out of range of the main WiFi, as long as it's connected to your network via Ethernet (for example, via a cable from the router or a switch). This activates Ethernet bridge mode, where it receives the network via cable and broadcasts WiFi locally.
If this doesn't work, check these points:
- The Ethernet cable is properly connected to the RJ45 port (10/100 Mbit/s) on the repeater and to a LAN port on your router.
- The repeater is correctly configured: access http://tplinkrepeater.net or 192.168.0.254 from a device connected to the repeater (via WiFi or Ethernet), and follow the steps to select the network or activate bridge mode.
- Check the LEDs: the 2.4G/5G signal lights should be green to indicate a good connection. If red or off, reposition or reconfigure.
- Test the Ethernet connection: plug a PC directly into the repeater's Ethernet port and check Internet access.
It's probably a question of configuration. If the problem persists, try a reset (RESET button) and a new installation via WPS or the web interface. For more help, consult the TP-Link manual or our community.