Wavlink AC1200 Setup

The extender is a small device mainly the Wavlink AC1200 extender. It is easy plug in to power outlet, simple to setup, and manage the settings efficiently. From here, you will get to know about all different methods to complete the Wavlink setup (Wavlink AC1200 setup). We will also provide must adjust settings, issues and solutions.

Wavlink AC1200 Extender setup

You can complete the Wavlink AC1200 outdoor setup with the help of different methods; we will provide all of them below.

Setup via WPS Button

There is a WPS button on the extender hardware, which you can use to connect the Wavlink AC1200 device to home router without cable. Have a close look;

  • At first you have to plug in the extender to the power outlet near or in reach to the router.
  • Then, press the router WPS button first and then press the same button on the extender.
  • The devices will connect automatically after some minutes and then you can manage the network settings.

Now, you should also know how to configure or setup the AC1200 extender via your computer or laptop through web browser.

Setup via WPS Button
Setup via Web Interface

Setup via Web Interface

You have to power on the device and connect to the router first via WPS button or Ethernet cable. Then, connect the computer or laptop to the extender network.

  • Open any updated web browser and enter the 192.168.10.1 IP address, search it by pressing the Enter button.
  • You will reach to the extender web based interface login page, where youhave to type in username and password.
  • After entering the device admin credentials, you will reach to the interface GUI window dashboard.
  • Here, you can easily manage the device settings, networks, and enable various features.

Now, you will get to know another method to the complete the Wavlink AC1200 setup, which us through your phone.

Setup via Wavlink App

The app is available on the Play Store (if you are an Android user), App Store (if you are an iPhone user). You can download it in your phone. Just open it in your phone;

You must change some of the settings like change admin password, change WiFi password, add parent control, and change frequency channels.

How to Change Admin Password?

You have to access the interface window on your computer or laptop from the IP address. Go in to the Settings and select the Admin tab. here you can add new admin username and password. You must SAVE the settings.

How to Change WiFi Password?

You have to access the interface window on your computer or laptop from the 192.168.10.1. Go in to the settings and choose the Wireless Networks. Open the Network settings and add new SSID username and password. Then, Save the settings to apply.

How to Setup Parental Control?

The Parental Controls makes the extender network limited and block some of the bad websites. You should access the interface through IP and select the Settings. Choose Advanced settings > Parental Controls > set up a profile > and enable it.

How to Adjust Frequency Channels?

If you want to adjust the channels of the extender according to the area of home, then you should access GUI using ap.setup. Go in to the Settings > choose the Wireless Network >select the Channel option. Here, you can choose one of the bands like 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz.

So, this is how you can complete the Wavlink extender installation with different methods. Now, you should also learn about the technical issues and their solutions.

Wavlink Extender Issues

Have a look below at the troubleshooting tips and solutions to the fix the mentioned issues above.

Solutions and Tips

In this section, you will get to know about major and main troubleshooting tips and solutions that can solve any issue.

Restart AC1200

By restarting the extender, bugs can be fixed, and all the settings will refresh once. You can do it by turn off and turn it again. There are two methods to do it;

First Methods: disconnect the extender from the power by unplugging and plugging it again.

Second Methods: find and press the power button for two times only to restart it.

Reset AC1200

Resetting an extender is an easy process, but will delete all data and clear adjusted settings. Just follow some instructions;

After that reset process, you must log in to the extender again and finish the Wavlink AC1200 setup.

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