Home Network Community > All Threads > Failed to connect Archer C6 as a signal Extender / Access point to my ADSL TPLink Router / Modem
< All Threads

Failed to connect Archer C6 as a signal Extender / Access point to my ADSL TPLink Router / Modem

This thread has been locked for further replies. You can start a new thread to share your ideas or ask questions.

Failed to connect Archer C6 as a signal Extender / Access point to my ADSL TPLink Router / Modem

This thread has been locked for further replies. You can start a new thread to share your ideas or ask questions.
Failed to connect Archer C6 as a signal Extender / Access point to my ADSL TPLink Router / Modem
Failed to connect Archer C6 as a signal Extender / Access point to my ADSL TPLink Router / Modem
2020-11-09 11:20:30 - last edited 2020-11-10 01:44:56
Model: Archer C6  
Hardware Version:
Firmware Version:

I live in an area NOT served by Fiber Optic and therefore connect via Telephone lines (ADSL).

 

I am currently using TP-LINK TD-W8961N 300Mbps ADSL modem/router for my internet connection. However the signal does not reach far corner of my home so I got Archer C6 router to use it as an signal extender / access point.

 

Now the problem is that I am struck in terms of trying to connect my Archer C6 as an additional access point. I was told that it is possible to connect C6 (as an extender/ access point) to my primary TP-link ADSL modem/router using WDS bridge.

 

I have broken my head but still could not figure it out.

 

Appreciate if someone can please show me the way.

  0      
 
  0      
 
#1
Options
1 Accepted Solution
Re:Failed to connect Archer C6 as a signal Extender / Access point to my ADSL TPLink Router / Modem-Solution
2020-11-10 01:44:52 - last edited 2020-11-10 01:44:56

@DDude 

 

Hello, 

 

This Archer C6 is mainly designed to work as a wireless router, thus signal extender is not the main feature of it. While if you have already purchased it, we can try to configure it as a signal extender as below:

https://www.tp-link.com/support/faq/1555/

Note: please modify the wireless channel on the TD-W8961N to 1/6/11, change its wireless security type to WPA2-PSK/AES, then reboot the TD-W8961N.

 

If this doesn't work, it is suggested to get a range extender instead of the wireless router.

 

Good day.

Nice to Meet You in Our TP-Link Community. Check Out the Latest Posts: Connect TP-Link Archer BE550 to Germany's DS-Lite (Dual Stack Lite) Internet via WAN Archer GE550 - BE9300 Tri-Band Wi-Fi 7 Gaming Router EasyMesh Is Available When Wi-Fi Routers Work in AP Mode as A Controller. Archer BE550 New Software Enhances System Stability and Optimizes MLO Network Stability. If you found a post or response helpful, please click Helpful (arrow pointing upward icon). If you are the author of a topic, remember to mark a helpful reply as the "Recommended Solution" (star icon) so that others can benefit from it.
Recommended Solution
  0  
  0  
#2
Options
3 Reply
Re:Failed to connect Archer C6 as a signal Extender / Access point to my ADSL TPLink Router / Modem-Solution
2020-11-10 01:44:52 - last edited 2020-11-10 01:44:56

@DDude 

 

Hello, 

 

This Archer C6 is mainly designed to work as a wireless router, thus signal extender is not the main feature of it. While if you have already purchased it, we can try to configure it as a signal extender as below:

https://www.tp-link.com/support/faq/1555/

Note: please modify the wireless channel on the TD-W8961N to 1/6/11, change its wireless security type to WPA2-PSK/AES, then reboot the TD-W8961N.

 

If this doesn't work, it is suggested to get a range extender instead of the wireless router.

 

Good day.

Nice to Meet You in Our TP-Link Community. Check Out the Latest Posts: Connect TP-Link Archer BE550 to Germany's DS-Lite (Dual Stack Lite) Internet via WAN Archer GE550 - BE9300 Tri-Band Wi-Fi 7 Gaming Router EasyMesh Is Available When Wi-Fi Routers Work in AP Mode as A Controller. Archer BE550 New Software Enhances System Stability and Optimizes MLO Network Stability. If you found a post or response helpful, please click Helpful (arrow pointing upward icon). If you are the author of a topic, remember to mark a helpful reply as the "Recommended Solution" (star icon) so that others can benefit from it.
Recommended Solution
  0  
  0  
#2
Options
Re:Failed to connect Archer C6 as a signal Extender / Access point to my ADSL TPLink Router / Modem
2020-11-14 07:12:01

@Kevin_Z 

 

Thanks Kevin., I will try and update you.

  0  
  0  
#3
Options
Re:Failed to connect Archer C6 as a signal Extender / Access point to my ADSL TPLink Router / Modem
2020-11-16 00:57:26

@DDude 

 

Yes, please give it a try and let us know the results, I hope it works. Good day.

Nice to Meet You in Our TP-Link Community. Check Out the Latest Posts: Connect TP-Link Archer BE550 to Germany's DS-Lite (Dual Stack Lite) Internet via WAN Archer GE550 - BE9300 Tri-Band Wi-Fi 7 Gaming Router EasyMesh Is Available When Wi-Fi Routers Work in AP Mode as A Controller. Archer BE550 New Software Enhances System Stability and Optimizes MLO Network Stability. If you found a post or response helpful, please click Helpful (arrow pointing upward icon). If you are the author of a topic, remember to mark a helpful reply as the "Recommended Solution" (star icon) so that others can benefit from it.
  0  
  0  
#4
Options

Information

Helpful: 0

Views: 879

Replies: 3

Related Articles
Cannot connect to Archer C6 after firmware update
1315 0
Archer C6 as a repeater for Archer C6
76140 1
Archer C6 Router Weak Signal
531 0
Archer C6
939 0
Unable to connect PPTP VPN Server on Archer C6
2647 0
TP-LINK Archer C6(EU) with 1.3.6 firmware failed to connect to wifi network.
2407 0
About Us
Press
Copyright © TP-Link Systems Inc. All rights reserved.