Knowledge Base Making the Most of the EasyMesh Network on TP-Link Range Extenders
This Article Applies to:
TP-Link EasyMesh Range Extenders
Overview:
Since we released support for EasyMesh technology, an increasing number of Range Extender models now support EasyMesh Wireless Backhaul, with some upgraded to support Ethernet Backhaul.
💬'How do I know if my Range Extender supports EasyMesh? '
💬'How do I quickly and correctly configure an EasyMesh Network for my Range Extender? '
Read on for this guide! This article provides a practical guide to using the EasyMesh Network with Range Extenders.
Configuration Guide:
1. Preparation:
An EasyMesh Network can only be successfully built if both your router and range extender support EasyMesh. For EasyMesh-supporting models, please refer to: TP-Link EasyMesh Devices for Home
Similarly, an Ethernet Backhaul EasyMesh Network can be created only when both your Main Router and Satellite Extender support EasyMesh with Ethernet Backhaul.
2. Configuration Steps:
For Range Extenders that support Wireless Backhaul:
How to add an extender to an EasyMesh Network as a Satellite device.
For Range Extenders that support Ethernet Backhaul:
How to build an Ethernet Backhaul using TP-Link EasyMesh Range Extenders.
If you want to configure it via the Tether App, refer to case 2 in How to add the EasyMesh Satellite devices via Tether App. Satellite devices via Tether App.
Note: In the Tether App, you may see OneMesh instead of EasyMesh for some models, even if the extender already supports EasyMesh. It would be optimized with the newly released firmware.
Troubleshooting Tips:
1. What if I am unable to set up the EasyMesh Network?
Even if you have fully followed the guide to build an EasyMesh Network, you may still encounter situations where you cannot configure the EasyMesh Network. Please refer to the following suggestions depending on the situation:
What If I fail to establish an EasyMesh Network using TP-Link EasyMesh devices?
2. Why does the extender show offline even though it works fine?
Some models, such as RE700X/RE705X/RE715X, may appear offline in the EasyMesh list on the Main Router after updating to firmware that supports EasyMesh R2/R3.
For specific reasons and solutions, please refer to:
RE700X/RE705X/RE715X Shows Offline in the EasyMesh Device List After Updating to New Firmware
Note: This abnormal display does not actually affect network usage.
Q&A:
1. Why can't I create an EasyMesh Network between my Extender and an EasyMesh-Supporting TP-Link DSL modem router?
Please first check if your extender already supports EasyMesh. If it currently only supports OneMesh, please note that TP-Link DSL modem routers that support EasyMesh, such as the Archer VX1800v, cannot establish a mesh network with powerline adapters, range extenders, and routers that only support OneMesh™.
2. If I only have one Range extender that supports OneMesh, what kind of Main Router should I choose to build a Mesh Network?
You can still build a mesh network with "EasyMesh router + OneMesh extender" or "OneMesh router + EasyMesh extender".
3. What is Traffic Separation, and how can I use it?
Traffic Separation refers to synchronizing guest network settings between the Controller (Main router).
Some Range Extenders, such as the RE700X(EU)_V1 and RE705X(EU)_V1, already support Traffic Separation in their latest firmware. For other models, please refer to the latest firmware release notes for details.
However, the Controller must also support this feature, and then you can extend the guest network using the Range Extender.
Most other models do not currently support synchronizing guest network settings between the Main Router and connected Satellite devices. We will address this in future updates to improve the overall configuration and management experience of the TP-Link EasyMesh system. Any updates will be communicated through our official channels.
If you have any suggestions or ideas regarding the use of EasyMesh Network for Range Extenders, please feel free to add your comments and feedback !!