TP-Link RE450 AC1750 WiFi Extender
- AC1750 dual band, 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz
- Up to 1750 Mbps Wi-Fi speed rating
- 2000 sq ft listed coverage range
- 1 Gigabit Ethernet port (RJ45, 10/100/1000M)
- 802.11ac/n/g/b protocol support
- Wall-plug design with a Smart Signal Indicator
- Beamforming aimed at connected devices
- 2 year warranty
Updated 25 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A straightforward way to push dual band Wi-Fi into rooms the router misses, with a wired port as a bonus. As a repeater it relays the router's signal, so speed at the far end depends on where it is plugged in.
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ASIN: B010S6SG3SModel: RE450Category: WiFi Range Extenders
Overview
Plugging into a wall outlet between the router and a weak spot, the TP-Link RE450 repeats a dual band Wi-Fi signal to extend coverage. A Smart Signal Indicator helps find a spot with good reception, and a Gigabit Ethernet port can bring a wired device such as a console or TV onto the network.
Dual band repeating and a Gigabit port let the RE450 serve both wireless gadgets and one wired TV or console in a dead zone. Beamforming aims the signal at connected devices. As a repeater it can only relay what the router sends, so a slow internet plan or a poorly placed unit stays slow.
Who it's for
Apartments and mid size houses with a single weak corner get the most from a plug-in repeater. Households wanting seamless roaming across many floors should look at a different setup.
Pros and cons
- Dual band 2.4 and 5 GHz coverage
- Gigabit Ethernet port for a wired device
- Smart Signal Indicator guides placement
- Beamforming aims signal at devices
- Only one Ethernet port
- Far-end speed depends on outlet placement
- Mesh roaming features not listed
Performance notes
Real speed depends on how strong the router signal is at the chosen outlet, which the Smart Signal Indicator helps judge. Beamforming focuses transmission toward connected devices instead of spreading it evenly. The wired port carries the same relayed connection to a cabled device, so it does not bypass the wireless hop back to the router.
Specifications
| Brand | TP-Link |
|---|---|
| Model | RE450 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item weight | 0.77 pounds |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 2.6 × 3 × 6.4 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Range | 2000 sq ft |
| Construction & materials | |
| Color | White |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Compatible Devices | Router |
| Warranty & support | |
| Frequency Bands Supported | 2.4 GHz |
| Warranty Description | 2 Years |
| Other details | |
| Data Transfer Rate | 1750 Mbps |
| Wireless Compability | 802.11ac (also 802.11n/g/b) |
| Connector Type | RJ45 |
| Frequency Band Class | Dual-Band |
| Ethernet ports | 1 x 10/100/1000M |
| BuiltIn Media | RE450 Extender, Quick Installation Guide |
Frequently asked questions
Does the TP-Link RE450 work with any router brand?
The listing names a router as the compatible device and lists IEEE 802.11ac, n, g and b support, so it pairs with standard Wi-Fi routers. No brand restriction is stated.
Can the TP-Link RE450 connect a wired device to Wi-Fi?
Yes. Its 10/100/1000M Ethernet port (RJ45) lets a wired device such as a TV or console join the Wi-Fi network.
Is the TP-Link RE450 a router or a mesh system?
Neither. It is a range extender that repeats an existing router's signal and does not replace the router.
What is included with the TP-Link RE450?
The extender and a Quick Installation Guide. No Ethernet cable is listed.
Which computers can set up the RE450?
The listing names Windows 98SE through Windows 10, Mac OS, NetWare, UNIX and Linux.