Signal Conditioning TP-LINK TL-WA850RE: reviews

In the article we will talk about one interesting device - TP-Link TL WA850RE. Reviews about this device let you know how well it works, what its performance is. What does this technique represent? This is a repeater, which is still known as a repeater and repeater. It is necessary in order to increase the range of the available wireless network. Next - in detail about the device.

Equipment

The device is sold in a box of white-green hue. It shows the repeater itself, its characteristics and connection methods.

In the envelope that comes with the kit, there is a disc with all the descriptions and special software, there is also a manual for the TP-Link TL WA850RE and the documentation for the device. In general, this set is superfluous, since the process of setting up the repeater does not take even a minute. Also included in the network cable gray color.

Reasons for using

The repeater is used quite often. A popular reason for buying a repeater is a not quite high-quality router, whose signal is not enough for distant rooms or other floors. The repeater TP-Link TL WA850RE, reviewed in the article below, will solve this situation with ease and without any problems. Of course, you can change the settings of the router, try to use a more powerful device, but nothing will give such a result as installing the repeater. The cost of the device is small, but the benefits of it are huge.

The essence of the work

How exactly does the repeater function? When a router is installed, which provides a signal for a short distance, a repeater is used. Activate the device in a place where the network is still stable. You must configure the latter. A second access point will be created, which is a copy of the first. When you go to a place where the signal is weak, the networks will reconnect automatically. If desired, you can create a point with a different name and password, which will be distributed by the repeater TP-Link TL WA850RE. How to set up and how to use - described below.

Appearance

The design of the repeater is quite simple, there are notes of minimalism. All lines are smooth, the body is white. The device does not resemble a "brick" of rectangular shape.

The device is made of plastic glossy type. Repeater TP-Link TL WA850RE, reviews about which are quite good, small, has a compact size.

On the front surface you can see a button around which a ring of various inductors is mounted. They are responsible for powering, connecting via a network cable, enabling the repeater mode and working with an access point. An indicator is also installed, which shows the reception of the signal from the router. It is best to place a repeater where there are at least three light bulbs burning. Then the connection will be excellent and stable.

There is an electric plug, which many consumers mark in the reviews.

In general, the design is not bad and most owners have to liking. This is evidenced by the reviews. The wireless repeater TP-Link TL WA850RE can easily fit into any interior.

Filling

The repeater works on a controller from Atheros. It is he who gives the right to operate in networks such as b / g / n. Available to use 32 MB of memory. The maximum network speed is 100 Mbps.

Work with external antennas is impossible, because they are not, but inside there are two pieces.

Configuring repeater TP-LINK TL-WA850RE

How to configure TP-Link TL WA850RE? Implementing the process of optimizing the repeater, you need to correctly choose its location. The device should be installed where the Internet speed will be stable without loss and distortion. Also it is necessary to think over its localization in such a way that the received signal could cover all necessary places in the house or apartment.

The repeater is configured quickly, literally in a couple of minutes. It is enough to plug into the socket, find the WPS button on the router and click on it. After that, on the repeater should be found a large key, which is the picture of the castle. How to understand that the device is working? The special code indicator RE lights up. Repeater for a second will connect to the router and will start working.

In order to understand the level of signal transmitted by the router, you can pay attention to the built-in indicators. If there are at least three divisions, then the network is of high quality. For maximum stable and convenient operation, it is necessary that the router shows at least two "sticks".

When working with a repeater, the consumer does not even notice the device. The only notable indicator is a stronger Internet signal, which in certain places has not even appeared before.

When you turn off the device from power and carry it does not have to re-configure the device. All this is confirmed by the feedback. The TP-Link TL WA850RE signal amplifier remembers all networks to which the owner connected it.

At the bottom, consumers can see a special port, which is necessary for working with the network. It is suitable for interacting with a computer or TV that does not have the ability to connect to a wireless network.

Connecting devices

It's quite easy to connect to a repeater. It's enough just to press the corresponding button, how everything will start functioning.

But there are other ways of connecting (without the WPS key). Each device has its own control panel. It will be necessary to get a stable connection if there is no specified button on the router.

Next, let's talk about how to enter the settings to complete all the necessary processes with the TP-Link TL WA850RE. Firmware allows you to perform such manipulations in a matter of seconds.

To open the control menu of this repeater, you will need to connect to it. You can do this either by cable or through a wireless network. Immediately thereafter, the access point (factory) will appear, without a password. Even if the repeater has already been used (saved settings), it's still possible to enter the panel only when connected.

Then in the browser you need to register the address tplinkrepeater.net. To log in to the account, you should refer to the instructions or see the data on the official website. As a rule, they are standard and the same: admin.

Entering the repeater settings

After entering the control menu, you need to pay attention to the main page. It will indicate all the data on the repeater and its state. If the repeater is configured, the owner will see the relevant information.

If the router does not have a WPS key, then the settings should be made through this menu. It is necessary to find the item "Master of instant options". This is where you can access the quick setup of the TP-Link TL WA850RE. You need to go to the appropriate tab and click "Next". There should also choose a region. Repeater will quickly find all the networks that are nearby and among them you need to find your own. Then click "Next".

Connecting the repeater TP-LINK to the Wi-Fi network

After searching your network, you need to specify a password from it. You can make a clone of this point, you can also rename it. Then click on the "Next" button.

You should revise all available settings, if they are correct, you must click "Finish". After that, the relay will reboot. Next, it will turn on already connected to the network.

Resetting the repeater settings

Sometimes there is a need to reset the device. The cause may be many problems with the TP-Link TL WA850RE. This is done in two different ways. The first is the easiest - just press the necessary button on the repeater. It is enough to turn it on, take a spoke or some other sharp object and click on the RESET key. After that, the owner will see that the lights are on. The repeater will reboot and the reset process will be completed.

Through the control panel, this manipulation is also easy. It is enough to enter the menu "System Tools", "Factory Settings". There will be a "Restore" button. A reboot will occur.

If the Internet does not work

Sometimes the feedback on TP-Link TL WA850RE describes the problem that there are problems with the signal. Often the repeater does not see the network, it happens that the connection occurs, and there is no access to the Internet. This problem is quite easy to solve in several ways.

You need to install a repeater closer to the router. Typically, the problem is in the wrong location, if a weak signal occurs. If the problem is that there is no connection to the Internet or the network itself, then you need to reset the settings. How exactly this is done is described a little higher. Next, you need to reboot the device and try connecting to the router again.

If there are any problems when making settings via WPS (for example, the router does not see TP-Link TL WA850RE), then you should use the control panel. This process is also described above. You can still update the firmware as an experiment. Sometimes this solves the problem.

Another way is to change the channel of the wireless network.

Repeater availability

This repeater can be purchased for a small amount - 1150 rubles. The cost is justified for such a device. This explains the popularity of the repeater described.

Testing

In the article, we also consider the operation of the device in practice. Perhaps, there will be additional shortcomings, which are not spoken about. TP-Link TL WA850RE shows itself perfectly at testing. But about this later. Also described below is the feeding network, its stability and speed. All data is obtained when working with a router from Zyxel. Its maximum speed is 150 Mbps. The repeater and the device are compatible. A computer and a laptop work with the network.

To obtain more accurate data, it is necessary to change the operating conditions of the repeater. Three most relevant are chosen.

• Functioning in the same room.
• Work with the distance from the router at 20 meters, there is an obstacle in the form of one wall of brick. The signal is lost approximately half.
• Use on the street. The parent point is set at a distance of 30 meters, between it and the repeater are two brick walls. The signal is lost almost 100%.

Being in the same room, the repeater and the router work at the same level, giving an excellent signal without failures and interferences. At a small distance from each other can interact with additional equipment (TV), which is connected through the LAN port. The video works fine even in streaming mode and with a flash drive. When operating with a loss of 50% of the signal, the picture hangs. The problem can be solved only by connecting a TV such as SmartTV to the Internet. Then there will be no interference.

The last, third point is of interest. How did the repeater manage in this situation? We get stable and fast Internet, even if it was lost on a laptop earlier. If the data transfer rate was not more than 10 Mbit when using the router directly, then this number increases to 35 with the repeater.

It should be noted that in all cases the level of access to the network does not change. The difference is only in quality and its loss. It changes in three situations upwards. Repeater perfectly handled all conditions.

Unfortunately, due to the fact that it is not possible to operate in conjunction with external antennas, the repeater does not provide a large space in which you can work with it. Ideally, it covers only one room. If there is an obstacle in the form of a brick wall, then the signal drops to a level of 80 dB, two - 50 dB. If you need to work with wireless access points, then you need to consider this nuance.

Summing up the testing, it should be noted that in all the cases presented, the signal quality and communication as a whole have clearly improved. That's why we can say with certainty that the repeater on "hurray" copes with its duties.

Reviews

Feedback about the device is positive. Sometimes there are also negative opinions. What are they related to? Some complain about the decrease in network speed and signal loss. Often such a problem is the result of an incorrect installation. The repeater should be placed where it will receive the maximum speed from the parent point, since the same will be transmitted. Sometimes the cause of this problem is the incompatibility with the router. This all needs to be checked before the purchase.

Another drawback, which sees a small percentage of users: the repeater does not work with devices "Android." His method of connection for this technique is not suitable, for them the system is not adapted, so for tablets, mobile phones, the repeater is useless.

Consumers note that there is a small error in the speed. This is due to the specifics of the device, but the drawback is that this is not mentioned in the instructions for the TP-Link TL WA850RE. In the rest the given device is excellent and does not cause censures in work. Nobody talks about any malfunctions or malfunctions.

Results

The repeater is simple, intuitive. It is perfect for any interior, leaving a good impression. The setup is fairly simple, easy and carried out within a few minutes, even if the owner does not have the experience of working with similar devices. Due to the built-in LAN port, it allows you to interact with devices that can not connect to the Internet through the air.

As the reviews suggest, the TP-Link TL WA850RE is a repeater that has proven itself to be an excellent device. It results in a stable signal and deprives the room of "dead" zones.

The advantages of the repeater are small size, nice design, easy setup, presence of the port for working with other devices. What do consumers attribute to minuses? It is not possible to connect an external antenna to enhance communication, but in general it is not so necessary. In addition, this disadvantage is completely overlapping with the advantages.