Tp-Link TL-WA801ND V5 [11/54] 2 repeater bridge mode

Chapter 2

Connect the Hardware

2. 2. 2. Repeater/Bridge Mode

In Repeater/Bridge mode, the access point extends the range of an existing Wi-Fi

network. This mode is suitable when you are in a Wi-Fi dead-zone or a place with weak

wireless signal, and you want to have a larger effective range of the wireless signal

throughout your home or office.

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Host AP’s SSID

TL-WA801ND’s SSID

1. Connect the access point according to Step A and B in the diagram.

2. Power on the access point, wait until the Power (

) and Wireless ( ) LEDs are lit and stable,

and use the default SSID and Password printed on the label of the access point to join its

Wi-Fi network.

2. 2. 3. Client Mode

In Client mode, the access point connects your wired devices to a wireless network.

This mode is suitable when you have a wired device with an Ethernet port and no

wireless capability, for example, a smart TV, media player, or game console and you