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TP-Link Range Extender Not Broadcasting SSID, Not Resetting – Only Power Light On

TP-Link Range Extender Not Broadcasting SSID, Not Resetting – Only Power Light On
TP-Link Range Extender Not Broadcasting SSID, Not Resetting – Only Power Light On
2025-06-03 09:13:28 - last edited 2025-06-04 06:17:28
Tags: #Network Connectivity #Firmware Update #Access Point Mode #TP-Link ID Related
Model: RE200  
Hardware Version: V5
Firmware Version:

Hi everyone,

 

I purchased a TP-Link Range Extender about a year ago, and it was working fine until recently. Suddenly, it stopped working completely.

Now it doesn’t broadcast any SSID, and pressing the RESET button doesn’t do anything at all. The only thing that happens is the Power LED stays solid/on — no blinking, no other lights, and no response.

 

I’ve tried:

  • Holding the RESET button for 10 seconds and even 30 seconds

  • Plugging it in different power outlets

  • Waiting for a few minutes to see if it restarts

 

But nothing changes.

 

Has anyone faced this issue before? Is there any way to revive it, or is it completely dead?
Any help or suggestions would be really appreciated!

 

Thanks in advance!

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Re:TP-Link Range Extender Not Broadcasting SSID, Not Resetting – Only Power Light On-Solution
2025-06-04 06:17:22 - last edited 2025-06-04 06:17:28

@th3mansoor 

 

What if you connect a computer to its Ethernet port? Will the computer LED light up?

 

If it's completely not responding, I'm afraid it is faulty. We recommend reaching out to the local tech support, so they can work with you in looking into the issue further or help with the replacement:
https://www.tp-link.com/support/contact-technical-support/#Hotline-Support

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2025-06-04 06:17:22 - last edited 2025-06-04 06:17:28

@th3mansoor 

 

What if you connect a computer to its Ethernet port? Will the computer LED light up?

 

If it's completely not responding, I'm afraid it is faulty. We recommend reaching out to the local tech support, so they can work with you in looking into the issue further or help with the replacement:
https://www.tp-link.com/support/contact-technical-support/#Hotline-Support

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Re:TP-Link Range Extender Not Broadcasting SSID, Not Resetting – Only Power Light On
2025-06-04 15:18:43

  @th3mansoor 

I am facing the same issue, only difference is I bought this just a day ago, it worked fine on day 1 ...not working now

 

Only the power light is on .. all other lights are off 

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Re:TP-Link Range Extender Not Broadcasting SSID, Not Resetting – Only Power Light On
2025-06-05 02:33:59

 

SundarN wrote

  @th3mansoor 

I am facing the same issue, only difference is I bought this just a day ago, it worked fine on day 1 ...not working now

 

Only the power light is on .. all other lights are off 

 

@SundarN Is it also RE200 V5?

 

What is the current firmware version? Please refer to my suggestions to th3mansoor that you can try to connect a PC to the LAN port to check if the computer LED will light up.

 

Try resetting the extender one more time by referring to the User Guide.

 

BTW, is this RE200 V5 brand new or second-hand?

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