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IMPORTANT:  Model and hardware version availability varies by region. Please refer to your TP-Link regional website to determine product availability.
Vx.0=Vx.6/Vx.8 (eg:V1.0=V1.6/V1.8)
Vx.x0=Vx.x6/Vx.x8 (eg:V1.20=V1.26/V1.28)
Vx.30=Vx.32 (eg:V3.30=V3.32)
Product Overview
Manual

Setup Video

  • How to Configure a Range Extender for Starlink

  • How to Setup a TP-Link Range Extender via the Tether App (2019)

    This video will take you through the process of setting up a TP-Link range extender using the TP-Link Tether app, available for your iOS or Android device

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  • How to setup a TP-Link Range Extender -WPS- (2018)

    Updated video on how to use the WPS feature to setup your range extender. (us)

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  • How to setup a Range Extender -Web- (2019)

    An updated video on how to setup a Range Extender using the web GUI

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FAQs

Firmware

A firmware update can resolve issues that the previous firmware version may have and improve its current performance.

To Upgrade

IMPORTANT: To prevent upgrade failures, please read the following before proceeding with the upgrade process

  • Please upgrade firmware from the local TP-Link official website of the purchase location for your TP-Link device, otherwise it will be against the warranty. Please click here to change site if necessary.
  • Please verify the hardware version of your device for the firmware version. Wrong firmware upgrade may damage your device and void the warranty. 
    How to find the hardware version on a TP-Link device
  • Do NOT turn off the power during the upgrade process, as it may cause permanent damage to the product.
  • To avoid wireless disconnect issue during firmware upgrade process, it's recommended to upload firmware with wired connection unless there is no LAN/Ethernet port on your TP-Link device.
  • It's recommended that users stop all Internet applications on the computer, or simply disconnect Internet line from the device before the upgrade.
  • Use decompression software such as WinZIP or WinRAR to extract the file you download before the upgrade.

TL-WA855RE(US)_V5_211125

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Published Date: 2022-01-19 Language: English File Size: 1.74 MB

Note:
Newly support WPA3 security method;
Enhanced system stability.

TL-WA855RE(US)_V5_201029

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Published Date: 2020-11-18 Language: Multi-language File Size: 1.74 MB

Modification and bug fixes:
1. Improved security level
2. Optimized total performance

TL-WA855RE(US) _V5_200923

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Published Date: 2020-10-19 Language: Multi-language File Size: 1.74 MB

Modifications and Bug Fixes:
1. Improved the stability and performance of the device.
2. Fixed some bugs

Notes:
1. For TL-WA855RE V5.

To Use Third Party Firmware In TP-Link Products

Some official firmware of TP-Link products can be replaced by the third party firmware such as DD-WRT. TP-Link is not obligated to provide any maintenance or support for it, and does not guarantee the performance and stability of third party firmware. Damage to the product as a result of using third party firmware will void the product's warranty.

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Apps

TP-Link Tether

TP-Link Tether provides the easiest way to access and manage your network with your iOS or Android devices. Learn more about TP-Link Tether and Compatible Devices

Note: To use Tether, please update your TP-Link device's firmware to the latest version.

Emulators

Firmware Version
Working Mode
Language
190805(US)
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Multi-language

Note:

1.  The emulator is a virtual web GUI where you can experience the TP-Link product management panel.

2. The listed emulators might not have the latest firmware.

3.  The features displayed are for reference, and their availability may depend on local regulations. For more information, please refer to the datasheet or product page.