TP-Link TL-WA850RE 300Mbps Wi-Fi Range Extender 2.4GHz

The TP-Link TL-WA850RE 300Mbps Wi-Fi Range Extender is designed for home and office users who need to push their existing router's signal into dead zones and hard-to-reach areas. It connects wirelessly to any router, rebroadcasts at up to 300Mbps on the 2.4GHz band, and includes a single Ethernet port so wired devices can share the extended connection. A WPS-style Range Extender button and the Tether App keep setup and ongoing management straightforward.

• Eliminates Wi-Fi dead zones — It connects wirelessly to your existing router and rebroadcasts the signal into areas the router cannot reach on its own, reducing interference in the process.
• One-button WPS setup — Press the RE button and the router's WPS button within two minutes to join the network — no software or manual configuration required on first use.
• Built-in Ethernet port for wired devices — The single 10/100Mbps RJ45 port lets it act as a wireless adapter for Blu-ray players, gaming consoles, DVRs, and internet TVs.
• 5-light signal meter guides placement — Five signal indicator lights show the strength of the connection to the host router, with at least three blue lights recommended for reliable performance.
• App-controlled Night Mode for the LEDs — The Tether App for iOS and Android lets you manage settings remotely and switch on Night Mode to turn off the indicator lights at bedtime.
• Compact wall-plug form factor — At 65.8 × 38 × 110 mm and roughly 3W power consumption, it plugs directly into a wall outlet and is easy to reposition without rewiring.

• ✓ Works with any 802.11b/g/n 2.4GHz router — no brand lock-in required.
• ✓ Ethernet port is compatible with any device that has a standard RJ45 LAN port (Blu-ray players, gaming consoles, smart TVs, DVRs).
• ✓ Tether App supports iOS and Android mobile devices for remote management.
• ✓ Supports WPA-PSK / WPA2-PSK and 64/128/152-bit WEP wireless security, matching the most common router security settings.
• Note: The Ethernet port operates at 10/100Mbps only — gigabit wired connections are not supported.
• ✗ Does not operate on the 5GHz band; not suitable for routers or clients that require 5GHz-only Wi-Fi.

Best for:

• Dead-zone coverage — households where one or two rooms consistently lose the router signal and need a mid-point boost.
• Wired-device bridging — anyone who wants to connect a gaming console, smart TV or DVR to Wi-Fi without running a cable back to the router.
• Minimal-setup users — the WPS button method means most people can be online in under two minutes without logging into any web interface.
• Light sleepers — Night Mode via the Tether App dims the indicator LEDs so the unit can sit in a bedroom or hallway without disturbing sleep.
• Renters and movers — the compact wall-plug design and tool-free repositioning make it practical to relocate or take when moving.

Trade-offs:

• 5GHz or dual-band networks — it operates only on 2.4GHz, so it cannot extend a 5GHz band or serve devices that require it.
• Gigabit wired connections — the Ethernet port is limited to 10/100Mbps, so it is not suitable for devices that need full gigabit throughput.
• High-density multi-device environments — rated at up to 300Mbps shared across all connected clients, it is not designed for heavy simultaneous use by many devices.
• Access-point or router replacement — it operates solely in Range Extender mode and cannot function as a standalone router or access point.

The 300Mbps TL-WA850RE Universal WiFi Range Extender boosts WiFi signals to reach where your router can't while reducing interference for reliable WiFi throughout your home or office.

Tired of Wi-Fi ''dead zone''? TP-LINK's range extender connects to your router wirelessly, strengthening and expanding its signal into areas it can't on its own. The device also reduces signal interference to ensure reliable Wi-Fi coverage throughout your home or office.

Press the WPS button on your router and the Range Extender button on your 850RE within minutes to easily connect to the network. Once connected with an existing router, you can simply unplug and plug the TL-WA850RE back in a location for the best signal quality and coverage in your house, without needing to configure the extender again.

The TL-WA850RE's single Ethernet port allows the Extender to function as a wireless adapter to connect wired devices like Blu-ray® players, gaming consoles, DVRs and Internet TVs.

5 signal lights show the strength of signal that TL-WA850RE receives from the existing router, which can help to find the right location to place the range extender. It's recommended that you choose a location where at least 3 signal light blue in order to guarantee a good performance.

Use any mobile device to easily access and manage various features, including the LED Control function's Night Mode, which allows you to enjoy a more peaceful night's sleep. You can download the Tether App for your IOS or Android phones.

* Maximum wireless transmission rates are the physical rates derived from IEEE Standard 802.11 specifications. Range and coverage specifications along with the number of connected devices were defined according to test results under normal usage conditions.

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