A repeater device has the capability to extend the coverage of your existing router. It is the perfect device for eliminating WiFi dead zone issues from your current network system. Configuration of the Wavlink AC1200 device is not so hard. If you are aware of the Wavlink AC1200 repeater setup process then you can do it easily. If you are aware of the process but facing issues or if you are not aware of it properly then keep reading this article further to gather the significant information. Further you will find the exact steps to install the device hardware and configure it accurately.

Installation of Wavlink Repeater 

The Wavlink AC1200 repeater setup process initiates with the installation of device hardware. Hardware installation involves following easy steps:

• To initiate the process you need to unbox your repeater device and start looking for a place to put it. 

• You have to look for a location which is closer to your router device with which you are going to connect your repeater device. 

• Once the placement is decided you need to put your device and turn its power on. 

• To turn on the device power you have to use the power source along with the power adaptor. 

• Wait until the device LED turns stable to initiate the setup process further. 

Configuration of Wavlink Repeater 

When your repeating device is ready, you can initiate the configuration process to complete your Wavlink AC1200 repeater setup. Steps involved in the configuration are as mentioned below:

Choose Your Client Device 

You can use a computer or a laptop or a smartphone device to initiate the configuration process using the web. Be sure the client device you are using has an updated version web browser to access the configuration page.

Connect Client Device With Repeater Network

Now it's time to link your client device with the repeater network. To do this connection you have to methods out of which you can opt anyone: 

• Wired: wired connection method is the secured one and requires an ethernet cable to link both the devices. If your client device does not have an Ethernet port then you can go with a wireless network connection method.

• Wireless: to proceed with this connection method you have to rush to the wireless settings on your client device and search for the repeater's network name. Once you find the network you have to choose it and type the password of your repeater network. Click on connect option and both the devices get connected.

Access Setup Page

Now you have to access the setup page in the client device by launching a web browser. In the URL bar of the browser you have to specify the web address to open the setup page of Wavlink AC 1200 repeater device. When the page is placed on the screen you need to specify the default username and password as admin and choose the language to proceed with the access. Click the login button and the settings will get submitted. Now you will get access to the login page. 

Configure Device Settings

You need to initiate the configuration by connecting your repeater device with the client device internet. For this connection you have to select the wireless network name of the router device from the list that appears on the screen. Afterwards you have to specify the password of your repeater network and save the settings to let the device get connected. Next you have to configure the wireless network name and password of your repeater network. Also you have to change the default admin details to protect your device network. Save all the changes you have done and let the device apply changes.

Relocate The Device And Test Network

You have to relocate your repeater device to another location after the configuration. Don't forget to test your network to verify the network coverage and speed. 

Conclusion 

Wavlink AC1200 repeater setup by following the above given instructions is very simple and easy. The breakdown is made in such a way so anyone can do the setup by themselves even if he is not familiar with the technicalities associated with the setup process. A person who is not tech savvy can configure their device network very conveniently.