TP-Link repeater connects with the router easily. The connection can be established with the help of the Ethernet cable as well as WPS option.
Here, we will provide information and instructions about how to connect the TP-Link repeater with the Arris router. This connection consists of two major steps, which are physical linking and accessing interface for configuration.
At the end of the article, you will learn how to update firmware with the help of the TP Link extender login interface. So, let’s start the article with physical linking between router and extender.
Let’s Link TP-Link Repeater to Arris Router
You can use the Ethernet cable as well as WPS option (wirelessly). So, let’s have a look at both the methods one by one.
Ethernet Cable
1. To establish a connection with the help of the Ethernet cable, you have to place the extender close to the Arris router.
2. Then, connect the router LAN port to the TP-Link signal repeater WAN port with Ethernet.
3. After making a connection, turn the Arris router and TP-Link extender by plugging it in the electric wall socket.
WPS Option
1. To connect router to extender without using any cable, you have to turn the extender first.
2. Then, find and hit the WPS button on the router, after that press the WPS button of the extender.
3. Both of the devices will automatically connect to each other, after that you have to configure device by going into its interface.
Let’s reach TP-Link Repeater Interface
To reach the TP-Link signal repeater interface, you have to use the computer or laptop. Then, just follow the instructions given below.
1. Connect the computer to the extender network via LAN cable.
2. Enter to the updated web browser and search the login URL tplinkrepeater.net.
3. The computer will take you to the interface login page of the TP-Link repeater.
4. Here, you have to type the username and password, which you will find of the label or in the user manual of the repeater.
5. After the typing the credentials, you will reach to the interface page, where you can easily update the settings and networks of the device.
So, above were the steps to complete the TP-Link WiFi extender setup. Now, have a look at some more extra sections, in which you will learn how to update the firmware.
TP-Link Firmware Update
To update firmware of the TP-Link extender, you have to access the interface first, and then go to the SETTINGS. Then, you have to scroll down, and select the Firmware tab. Here, you will find current running firmware version in device.
1. Search for latest version of the firmware.
2. If it is available, then download it.
3. After that, just upload it to the same Firmware tab.
4. Click on the Install button, and the updating will start.
You can also change the admin user password with the help of the login interface for security.
End Thoughts
Here, you have learned how to connect the TP-Link repeater to the home Arris router with the help of different methods. We have also shared simple instructions to access the interface of the TP-Link extender. At last, you have gone through the steps to update the Firmware system of the device easily.
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