Description
Extend Your WiFi Coverage — Simply and Reliably
Dead zones killing your connection? The TP-Link TL-WA850RE N300 WiFi Range Extender plugs directly into a wall socket and instantly boosts your existing 2.4GHz wireless network to hard-to-reach areas. Compact, easy to set up, and built to deliver stable 300Mbps speeds — it's the no-fuss solution for homes, small offices, and light commercial environments across Australia.
Key Features
- Boosts existing 2.4GHz WiFi networks up to 300Mbps (N300)
- One-touch WPS/RE button setup — no technical knowledge required
- Compact wall-plug design with no cables cluttering your space
- 1 × 10/100Mbps Ethernet port — connect a wired device via the extender
- 2 × internal antennas for reliable omnidirectional signal coverage
- Compatible with any standard WiFi router or access point
- Supports WPA-PSK / WPA2-PSK and 64/128/152-bit WEP security
- WMM (Wi-Fi Multimedia) support for smoother streaming and calls
Use Cases
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Home WiFi dead zones — extend coverage to bedrooms, garages, or back gardens
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Small office / home office — reliable connection for remote workers in signal-weak rooms
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Wired device bridging — use the Ethernet port to connect a smart TV, printer, or NVR wirelessly
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Rental properties & Airbnb — quick, tool-free deployment for guest WiFi coverage
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Detail |
| Model |
TL-WA850RE |
| Standards |
IEEE 802.11n / 802.11g / 802.11b |
| Frequency |
2.4 – 2.4835 GHz |
| Signal Rate |
Up to 300Mbps (11n), 54Mbps (11g), 11Mbps (11b) |
| Antennas |
2 × Internal |
| Transmit Power |
< 20 dBm (EIRP) |
| Ethernet Port |
1 × 10/100Mbps (RJ45) |
| Buttons |
RE (Range Extender), Reset |
| Power Consumption |
~3W |
| Dimensions |
110.0 × 65.8 × 75.2 mm |
| Operating Temp |
0°C – 40°C |
| Storage Temp |
-40°C – 70°C |
| Operating Humidity |
10% – 90% (non-condensing) |
| Wireless Security |
WPA-PSK / WPA2-PSK, 64/128/152-bit WEP |
| Certifications |
CE, RoHS |
| SKU |
TL-WA850RE |
| Barcode (EAN) |
6935364070847 |
What's in the Box
- TL-WA850RE N300 WiFi Range Extender × 1
- RJ45 Ethernet Cable × 1
- Quick Installation Guide × 1
- Resource CD × 1
Frequently Asked Questions
- Does the TL-WA850RE work with any router?
- Yes — it is universally compatible with any 2.4GHz 802.11b/g/n WiFi router or access point, regardless of brand.
- How do I set it up?
- Simply plug it into a wall socket within range of your existing router, press the RE button, then press the WPS button on your router. The LED will turn solid when connected. Alternatively, use the web-based setup at tplinkrepeater.net.
- Can I connect a wired device to it?
- Yes — the built-in 10/100Mbps Ethernet port lets you connect a wired device such as a smart TV, NVR, or desktop PC to your wireless network through the extender.
- Will it reduce my WiFi speed?
- Range extenders operate on a single band, so throughput to extended devices is typically around half the router's speed. For bandwidth-intensive tasks, a mesh system or access point may be more suitable.
- Is it compatible with the TL-WA855RE?
- The TL-WA850RE is functionally equivalent to the TL-WA855RE and can serve as a direct replacement in most installations.
