When you purchase a TP Link extender, it runs on the default values. The default values are used to carry out the setup process. For example when you are trying to log in to your extender for the first time using Tplinkrepeater.net you use the default password that is admin.
Are you unable to log in to your extender using the default password? Yes? Want relevant fixes for the same? Reading this blog post will be beneficial for you.
TP Link Extender Default Password Not Working: Fixed
Why is the default password not working? Would you not want to know the reasons? Read this section to know about the reasons along with the solutions.
Reason 1: Typos
Most users get stuck with the login issues because they make typos while entering the login details. The default password might be entered with typing mistakes in it and hence you’re getting incorrect password error.
Solution: Type Password Correctly
Make sure that you are typing the default password without any spelling error in it. The default password for TP Link WiFi extender is admin. All letters are in lower case. Check the Caps Lock key. If it is enabled, the password will be typed in all upper case. So, make sure that the Caps Lock key is disabled on the keyboard. Cross check the password after entering it and then hit the Enter key.
Reason 2: Typing the Password in Wrong Place
The chances are so that you are typing the default password on a wrong page or in the wrong field. Many people enter the password on the wrong login page or in the username field on the login page.
Solution: Type the Password in the Right Place
Make sure that you are using the right login page to type the default password for TP Link repeater. To ensure this, see to it that you are using the correct URL or IP to log in and also you must be connected to the extender’s network to log in.
Besides make certain that you are inserting the default password in the right field.
Reason 3: Using an Out of Date Browser
Using an outdated browser is another major reason that can cause wrong password error while going past the TP Link extender login page using the password.
Solution: Update the Browser
Make sure you are putting to use an updated web browser. Get the browser updated to the latest version of software. You can use its settings to update it. We suggest using different browsers as the one that you’re using might not be a supported one.
Reason 4: Accumulated Cache on the Browser
The cache gets accumulated on the browser every time you browse anything using it. The cache can load an older saved password and hence you are getting wrong password issue.
Solution: Delete Cache
Get to the settings of your internet browser now and clear out the cache from it. Do not forget to clean the cookies and the browsing history as well. Once you’re done cleaning the browser, connect the computer to the TP Link extender’s network and use the login URL or IP to reach the login page. Insert the admin password into the right field to log in.
Reason 5: Minor Glitch
Technical devices are prone to glitches. These temporary glitches can also stop the login process. You may be getting wrong password error due to a technical glitch in the extender.
Solution: Eliminate the Glitches
Power cycling the network works well when it’s the technical glitch that you’re dealing with. Turn off the devices on the network. This include turning off the TP Link extender, main router and the PC that you’re using to log in. Wait for some time and power on the devices. The sequence will be like this: router > extender > PC.
In the End
After you have power cycled the network, let the devices boot up completely. Connect to the extender’s network and try the login using the admin password. We are sure you will log in this time. We suggest you updating the admin password now. This is to ensure the security of your network.