The room I live in is 1LDK, and it's not too big to use WiFi to connect to the internet. However, sometimes the radio wave does not connect or the video playback stops.
The same thing is happening on PCs and smartphones, so it's probably not a problem on the device side. Such things happen quite often these days, so when I was looking for a solution, I came up with something called a "wireless repeater".
Simply put, this is an image of moving a WiFi router closer to you. By doing so, the range of WiFi connection will be wider and it will be easier to connect. However, does the floor plan of 1LDK really make sense? I'm skeptical, but I'll try it.
First of all, from the opening review!
What is written in the article
Wireless repeater tp-link RE200 opening ceremony
A refreshing package that does not look like a communication device
Many of the packages of communication equipment have a rugged feel, and many of them have an image that is difficult for women to get along with. In that respect, the RE200 is a distinction, and it is a package design that even women can pick up if it is placed in the store.
List of things inside
Easy manual repair memo and body. It's very simple. It is a plus for the brand image that paper-related items are organized and properly wrapped in a paper package.
Easy-to-understand illustrated instructions
As expected, there are only instructions made for Japan, and they are organized in a complete and easy-to-understand manner. I haven't read the instruction manual for the first time in a while, but it seems that even people who are not familiar with home appliances can fully understand it.
Wireless repeater tp-link RE200 main unit detailed review
Interior-like appearance that seems to be received by women
Normally, it will be left in the outlet, so it will stand out as it is. Many people will hate hair if it looks unfashionable. However, the RE200 is based on white and the surface treatment of the main body is also elaborate, so it will be accepted by those who are particular about the interior.
Compatible with ordinary household outlets
RE200 is an outlet plug-in type. Please note that it cannot be used unless there is an outlet. If you use an extension cable to extend the outlet, it may be better to physically move the router using a LAN cable.
Equipped with a LAN port that can be connected by wire
Since it is equipped with a LAN port, it is possible to connect to a wired LAN directly from the RE200. Actually, this wired LAN connection is very convenient. For example, when you want to connect a NAS, you need to connect directly to the router. If this is the case, the place to put it will be quite limited.
However, by using RE200, you can place it anywhere as long as you have an outlet and connect to a wireless LAN! I will take advantage of this advantage and try to build a NAS environment at a later date!
LED lamp that shows the communication status at a glance
You can check under what conditions the RE200 is operating by checking the lighting position of the lamp. You can also check it on the screen, so it may be more convenient to actually use it.
Super easy connection method in less than 5 minutes
Since I'm using a Mac, the connection method is a little different from that of Windows, but as far as I can see the instructions, both are super easy. It takes less than 5 minutes. Let's actually do it.
1. Connection to a household outlet
If there is a place to plug the outlet, plug it in. I couldn't use it without an outlet, so I thought it would be even more convenient if the power supply was USB.
It's very simple. Perhaps it doesn't really stand out in either the men's room or the women's room. It's about the same size as a portable charger, so you might make a mistake.
2. Select a network
Open the WiFi connection environment and
Select TP-LINK_Extender_2.4GHz or TP-LINK_Extender_5GHz.
It looks like this on a Mac
3. Type the address in your browser
Enter the following information in the address bar of your browser.
Then the following screen will be displayed. Initially, it is displayed in English, so select "Japanese" from the language selection screen on the upper right.
4. Set a password
Set a password that you can remember. For security reasons, avoid things that are too simple, such as 1234.
After entering the password, press the start button.
When you press the "Start button", the network is scanned and a list of connectable networks is displayed.
5. Enter the network information
The first thing you see is the 2.4GHz network. If you have a WiFi network in the 2.4GHz network, select it and enter the password (not the password for RE200 you set earlier! It is written on the back of the WiFi router). After entering the password, click the "Next" button at the bottom right. * Enter even if you do not connect to 2.4GHz with RE200.
Next is the 5GHz setting. If your WiFi router also supports 5GHz, set it in the same way as 2.4GHz. If you have only 2.4GHz, press the "Skip" button.
The connection information will be displayed. If there are no problems, click the "Next" button.
6. Log in to tp-link RE200
When you have finished entering the network information and click the "Next" button, the input screen for the RE200 will be displayed. Here, enter the password specified in "4. Set password". After inputting, press the "Login" button.
Setting is complete!
The above 6 items complete the setting! If it goes smoothly, it will take less than 5 minutes! This time I tried a slightly more difficult method, and there is also an easier connection method using the WPS button. I wrote everything in the manual, so I wondered if I should set it in a way that is easy to do!
I am looking forward to seeing how much the WiFi connection environment will improve in the future! We will report the progress after about a month. And this convenient wireless LAN repeater, 5GHz compatible, LAN port is also installed, and it is cheap that you can change for 3000 yen. You can also see that it will be a bestseller on Amazon.
If you are worried that WiFi is difficult to connect, please try it!
