"Unable to connect to this network"
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I configured my TL-WA850RE using the TP-link Tether App because I'm unable to access the web manager and I don't have an ethernet cable.
Initially, I'm able to surf the internet, but then after 5 - 10 minutes, I'm unable to surf the internet. The RE and signal strength lights are on and solid.
I get the message "unable to connect to this network" when I try to connect to the RE. The RE is connected to a Huawei B535-932 Router.
Please help!
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Hello @tp-go-improve
May I know when did you purchase this range extender, have TL-WA850RE work fine with the router before ?
You could try to switch of '5Ghz preferred' option (similar to 'Band Steering' mentioned in guide below)on Huawei Router, here is guide found online: https://service.dsltelecom.co.za/portal/en/kb/articles/how-to-change-your-wireless-network-name-and-password-b535
Try to set up a static IP on tp-link range extender as Case 1 in below thread,
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I realized that the problem is that my IP address periodically changes due to the ISP contract I'm on.
When I turn the RE off, then on, it gets the new IP address and I'm able to surf the internet. However, doing this every 10 minutes is not practical.
Is there a way to set up the range extender so that it keeps up with the changing IP address?
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If router could work stably, even the ISP given IP address (to router) changed, that should not affect the range extender.
If you want to range extender to use a fixed IP, you could try to set up static IP as suggested above, or reserve an IP address for extender's Mac address on router.
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I followed your above instructions for Case 1, but the RE is still doing the same thing. It disconnects from the internet and when I try to reconnect to it it gives the error message "Unable to connect to this network".
What else can I try?
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Hello, @tp-go-improve Can I know how long this extender has been working with the router? If extender has been worked fine for a long time, it could be a faulty extender, and I suggest contacting local retailer or local support to get it replaced if it is still in warranty.
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