In this article, you will learn how TP-Link extender as an access point . TP-Link extender provides powerful connectivity from every corner of your house. It has miniature size, you can even move it simply or wall-mount it as per your satisfaction. This extender can also be used as a wireless adapter so you can connect wired devices with a single Ethernet port.
- This extender boosts wireless signal to previously unreachable or hard-to-wire areas flawlessly
- It is Compatible with 802.11 b/g/n and 802.11ac Wi-Fi devices
- Dual band speeds up to 750Mbps*
- TP link extender is Miniature in size and wall-mounted design makes it simple to deploy and move flexibly.
- Moreover, Ethernet port allows the Extender to function as a wireless adapter to connect wired devices.
How to setup TP link Extender as access point?
- Firstly, plug the extender into an electrical outlet. Hold up for the Power LED to light green. If the Power LED does not light, press down the Power On/off button.
- Then, use an Ethernet cable to connect the Ethernet port on the extender to a router Ethernet LAN port or a remote Ethernet LAN jack with LAN access. The extender joins the LAN and creates a Wi-Fi hotspot.
- Also, use a Wi-Fi network manager on a PC or Wi-Fi device to find and connect to the NETGEAR_EXT (SSID) Wi-Fi network. After the connection with the PC or Wi-Fi device is established, the Device Link LED lights.
- After that, launch an internet browser and type www.mywifiext.net in the address field. The New Extender Setup screen displays.
- Then, Click the NEW EXTENDER SETUP button. The Extender Setup screen shows.
- And, complete the fields on the Extender Setup screen and click the NEXT button.
- Then, click the ACCESS POINT button. Set the network name (SSID), security option, and password for each access point network, and click the NEXT button. Your settings are applied and the extender is ready to be used as an TP link Extender as access point
- At last, use a Wi-Fi network manager on the computer or Wi-Fi device to connect to the new access point Wi-Fi network.
Log in to Access Extender Settings after installation.
You can log in to the extender to view or change the extender’s settings.
- Firstly, use a Wi-Fi network manager on a PC or Wi-Fi device to find and connect to the new extended Wi-Fi network. After the connection with the PC or Wi-Fi device is established, the Device Link LED lights
- Launch an Internet browser.
- Type www.mywifiext.net in the address field of the browser. A login screen shows.
- Write your email address and password and click the LOG IN button. The Status screen shows.
- Make changes if needed.
Is a WiFi extender an access point?
Extenders are simply devices that strengthen your wireless signal. An access point is a central hub for devices to connect to a local area network.