TP-Link RE270K - User Manual

Antenna
Position the antenna vertically for optimal performance.
LED Indicators
2.4G Green: The 2.4GHz network is extended.
Flashing green: The extender is in SoftAP mode.
Off: No 2.4GHz connection.
5G Green: The 5GHz network is extended.
Flashing green: The extender is in SoftAP mode.
Off: No 5GHz connection.
Status Green: The extender is connected and in a good signal location.
Red: The extender is connected, but in a poor signal location.
Flashing green rapidly: SoftAP connection is in progress.
Flashing amber and green: When pressing the Reset button for 5
seconds to trigger a Soft Reset.
Flashing amber rapidly: When pressing the Reset button for 10
seconds to factory reset the device.
Off: No active connection.
Power Green: The extender is plugged into an active power outlet.
Flashing green: Initializing.
Flashing green rapidly: Upgrading firmware.
LED ON/OFF Button
Press to turn all LED Indicators ON or OFF.
Reset Button
Press and hold for about 5 seconds or until the Status LED starts to flash
amber and green alternately to only reset the network settings without
losing the current settings and initiate the SoftAP mode.
Press and hold for about 10 seconds or until the Status LED starts to
flash amber rapidly to reset the extender to factory defaults.
Socket ON/OFF Button
Press to turn the Smart Plug and its LED indicator ON or OFF.
Smart Plug
Plug in your electronic devices and small appliances with the input range
from 100V to 240V, and control them from the Kasa app.
Note: The input voltage should be consistent with the output voltage of the power outlet.
Gigabit Ethernet Port
Connect Ethernet-only (wired) devices such as Smart TVs, Blu-ray players,
and game consoles to your wireless network with Ethernet cables.
Wi-Fi Extender+
Support
If you encounter any issues during installation or configuration, please visit
www.tp-link.com/support for web support and troubleshooting information.
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Setting Up Wi-Fi Extender+ via Kasa
Main Router Main Router’s SSIDs Extended SSIDs
2.4GHz Single-Band MyHome 2.4GHz: MyHome_EXT
5GHz: MyHome_5GEXT
5GHz Single-Band MyHome 2.4GHz: MyHome_2GEXT
5GHz: MyHome_EXT
Dual-Band MyHome_1 2.4GHz: MyHome_1_EXT
MyHome_2 5GHz: MyHome_2_EXT
7106506927 REV 2.0.0
OR
KasaScan QR Code
Sketch 9:41 AM 100%
Start the conguration
Press and hold the Reset button for 5
seconds until the Status light is
blinking green and amber.
NEXT
2.4G
5G
Status
Reset
Sketch 9:41 AM 100%
Power up
NEXT
Pull up the antenna on your
Wi-Fi Extender+. Then, plug in your
extender to power it up.
Sketch 9:41 AM 100%
DONE
Great!
Your extended dual-band
networks are
MyHome_1_EXT
MyHome_2_EXT
The network passwords have been
inherited from your home network’s.
Quick Start Guide
RE270K / RE370K
AC750/AC1200
Wi-Fi Range Extender
with Smart Plug
1 Download TP-Link Kasa from the App Store or Google Play.
2 Connect your mobile device to your Wi-Fi network.
3 Launch Kasa and follow the in-app instructions to expand your Wi-Fi network.
4 Connect your Wi-Fi devices to the new extended network using the same
password as the main network.
The extended network names are your main network names (SSIDs) with _EXT
or _2GEXT or _5GEXT as a suffix, depending on whether the extender is
connecting to the single-band or dual-band router. For example:
1
1
5
7
2
3
4
5
6
7
2
3
64
2
3

Summary

Setting Up Wi-Fi Extender+ via Kasa

Setting Up Wi-Fi Extender+ via Computer

Troubleshooting

Factory Reset Procedure

Learn how to perform a factory reset on the Wi-Fi Extender+ using the reset button.

SoftAP Setup Failure

Troubleshoot issues with the SoftAP setup process and alternative connection methods.

Accessing Web Interface Issues

Resolve problems when unable to access the extender's web-based user interface.

LED Status Indicators Troubleshooting

Diagnose issues when 2.4G and 5G LEDs are flashing green or are off.

Important Safety Information

Electrical Shock and Fire Warnings

Adhere to warnings regarding electrical ratings, shock, and fire hazards.

Environmental Precautions

Avoid using the extender in excessive heat, humidity, or extreme temperatures.

Handling Precautions

TP-Link RE270K Specifications

General

Type	Network transmitter
WPS push button	Yes
Ethernet LAN data rates	10, 100, 1000 Mbit/s
Maximum transfer distance	- m
Certification	CE, UL, FCC, IC
Mounting type	Wall
Product color	White
Wi-Fi band	Dual-band (2.4 GHz / 5 GHz)
Wi-Fi standards	802.11a, Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
Cabling technology	10/100/1000Base-T(X)
Security algorithms	64-bit WEP, 128-bit WEP, WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK
Networking standards	IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11ac, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.3u
Wi-Fi data rate (max)	433 Mbit/s
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports	1
AC input voltage	100 - 240 V
AC input frequency	50 - 60 Hz
External power adapter	No
Power consumption (typical)	6.5 W
Antenna type	External
Antennas quantity	2
Sustainability certificates	RoHS
Cables included	LAN (RJ-45)
Storage temperature (T-T)	-40 - 70 °C
Operating temperature (T-T)	0 - 40 °C
Storage relative humidity (H-H)	5 - 90 %
Operating relative humidity (H-H)	10 - 90 %
Package depth	99 mm
Package width	104 mm
Package height	171 mm

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	64 mm
Width	70 mm
Height	125 mm