TP-Link RE450 AC1750 Mesh Wi-Fi Range Extender

Description

The TP-Link RE450 AC1750 Mesh Wi-Fi Range Extender is a high-performance, dual-band range extender designed to eliminate Wi-Fi dead zones and extend coverage in medium to large homes or offices. Leveraging 802.11ac (Wi-Fi 5) technology, it delivers speeds up to 1.75Gbps, with 1300Mbps on the 5GHz band (80MHz, MCS0-MCS9, NSS 1-3) for HD/4K streaming, gaming, and large file downloads, and 450Mbps on the 2.4GHz band for browsing and IoT devices. 3×3 MIMO supports multiple simultaneous connections, handling up to 30 devices efficiently in medium-density environments. High-Speed Mode dedicates one band for backhaul and the other for device connections, maximizing performance.

Equipped with three adjustable external antennas, the RE450 extends Wi-Fi coverage up to 12,000 sq.ft. (1115 m², environment-dependent), ideal for larger spaces. An intelligent signal light (blue for good connection, red for too far, off for no connection) aids optimal placement. The single Gigabit Ethernet port (1000Mbps) supports fast wired connections to devices like Blu-ray players, gaming consoles, or smart TVs, and enables Access Point (AP) Mode to create a dual-band Wi-Fi hotspot from a wired connection. The wall-plug design (163 × 76.4 × 66.5 mm, white) is bulky, blocking adjacent outlets, and lacks mains passthrough. Power consumption is 9W max.

TP-Link OneMesh compatibility allows the RE450 to pair with a OneMesh-compatible router (e.g., TP-Link Archer C7) for a seamless mesh network with a single SSID, supporting smart roaming for uninterrupted streaming. It is universally compatible with any Wi-Fi router or access point. Setup is simple via the TP-Link Tether app (iOS 9.0+, Android 4.4+, 5–10 minute setup), WPS button, or web-based interface (tplinkrepeater.net). Security features include 64/128-bit WEP, WPA/WPA2-PSK, and limited WPA3 support (firmware-dependent). Additional features include access control, power scheduling, and LED control for night mode. Reviews praise its performance (e.g., 600–800Mbps at close range, PCMag Editor’s Choice), affordability ($50–$90), and easy setup, but note its bulkiness and lack of passthrough outlet as drawbacks.

Specifications

• Wireless Standards: IEEE 802.11a/n/ac (5GHz), IEEE 802.11b/g/n (2.4GHz)

• Wireless Speed: Up to 1300Mbps (5GHz, VHT20/40/80) + 450Mbps (2.4GHz, VHT20/40) = 1750Mbps Total

• Frequency: Dual Band (2.4GHz–2.4835GHz, 5.15–5.825GHz, region-dependent)

• Antennas: 3× Adjustable External Antennas

• Ports: 1× Gigabit Ethernet (RJ-45) Port

• Buttons: WPS/Range Extender Button, Reset Button, Power Button, LED On/Off Button

• Power Supply: Wall-Plug, 100–240V~50/60Hz 0.3A

• Power Consumption: 9W Max

• Dimensions: 163 × 76.4 × 66.5 mm (6.4 × 3.0 × 2.6 in)

• Weight: 0.62 lbs (280g, estimated)

• Security: 64/128-bit WEP, WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK, WPA3 (firmware-dependent)

• Features: 3×3 MIMO, OneMesh, Smart Roaming, High-Speed Mode, Access Point Mode, Intelligent Signal Indicator (Blue/Red LEDs), Access Control, Power Schedule, LED Control, QoS (WMM), Wireless Statistics

• Management: TP-Link Tether App (iOS 9.0+, Android 4.4+), Web-Based Management (tplinkrepeater.net)

• Wireless Functions: Automatic Channel Assignment, Transmit Power Control (≤20dBm CE 2.4GHz, ≤23dBm CE 5GHz; ≤30dBm FCC)

• Receiver Sensitivity: 5GHz: 11a 6Mbps: -93dBm@10% PER, 11ac HT20 mcs8: -68dBm@10% PER, 11ac HT40 mcs9: -63dBm@10% PER, 11ac HT80 mcs9: -59dBm@10% PER; 2.4GHz: 11g 54M: -77dBm@10% PER, 11n HT20 mcs7: -73dBm@10% PER, 11n HT40 mcs7: -70dBm@10% PER

• Operating Temperature: 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)

• Operating Humidity: 10%–90% (Non-Condensing)

• Certifications: CE, FCC, RoHS

• Coverage: Up to 12,000 sq.ft. (1115 m², environment-dependent)

• Device Capacity: Up to 30 Devices

• System Requirements: Microsoft Windows 98SE/NT/2000/XP/Vista/7/8/8.1/10/11, macOS, NetWare, UNIX, Linux; Internet Explorer 11, Firefox 12.0, Chrome 20.0, Safari 4.0, or other Java-enabled browser

• Package Contents: RE450 AC1750 Wi-Fi Range Extender, Quick Installation Guide

• Warranty: 2 Years (region-dependent)