192.168.0.254 ip address user for router login as well as extender login

192.168.0.254 is a C class public IP address that is used by many famous networking device manufacturers like Intel and TP-Link. One of the famous and well-known products by TP-Link which is TP-Link N300 Range Extender uses 192.168.0.254 as its default IP address. Other brands that use the same IP address are Mikrotik, LevelOne, Tenda, IP-COM, LyconSys, SMC, TL-LINK, and Telewell. Usually, people don’t know their IP address and this is because people don’t always require the IP address. Whenever there is an issue with your networking device the technician requires it to makes the desired changes. But there are times when the technician is not available and you also need to get it working. In this situation, you require much information about your networking device and your IP address is one of them.

So what is an IP address?

An IP address is a series of digits that is assign to devices like smartphone, tablet, laptop or notebook. These devices are then linked with the ISP or the Internet Service Provider. This helps all the devices connect in the same network to send and receive data packs and communicate with one another. Nowadays IPv4 is used as the IP address consists of an 8-bit unit which makes 32 bit long data.

How to Find your Router’s IP Address

Nowadays all the routers come with a plug and play function which makes it easy for anyone to configure. Default IP is really important if you want to access your admin panel address. Usually, the IP address is printed on a sticker at the back of the device. If it is not mentioned there then follow the below steps to know your IP address”

1. Type windows button + r. This will open the command prompt.
2. There you type “ipconfig”. Press enter.
3. You will see few lines popping on the command prompt. There you will also find your IP address labelled as” Default Gateway”.

Connecting Your Router to the computer with 192.168.0.254

After finding your IP address you need to access your admin panel. Follow the steps given below:

1. Always check that the router is connect to the computer.
2. Open the desire web browser.
3. There you type http://192.168.0.254 or 192.168.0.254. Press enter.
4. After pressing enter you will be redirect to the login page.
5. There you type the default username and password. It is mention on the lower side or behind the router.
6. Enter the details and press login.

IP Address 192.168.0.254 Not Working

There are times when the IP address takes a lot of time to open the admin login page or the admin user interface. This can be due to the unsuccessful connection between the router and the server or the firewall is blocking the network. To fix all these issues carefully follow the points given below:

• Use the by default IP address which is 192.168.0.254/login. If you are confuse then you can find it behind your router or in the user manual that comes in the box.
• There can be times when you have change your default IP address. So try to recall it.
• Disable all the proxy setting in the web browser.
• Sometimes users use a wired connection. So check whether you are also connected to the LAN and no the WAN.
• Always keep your system in DHCP mode.
• Always make sure to type the correct format of the IP address which is 192.168.0.254 and not http//192.168.0.254, http//:192.168.o.254 or http//:192,168,0,254.

In case of Wrong Username and Password

As a human, we can sometimes forget the username and password. So there can be times when your authentication can fail and show invalid username and password error. To fix this follow the steps given below:

• Always check the username and password that is print behind the router.
• There can be a situation where 192.168.0.254 default username and password are not working then you must have change it. So try remembering it.
• Do check whether the caps lock is on or not. If you are not sure what you are typing then type the password in the notepad and paste it in the password section.
• You need to reset 192.168.0.254 if it is still showing invalid username and password.

Resetting the Router by Using the Reset Button

Every device in this universe has a failsafe button and so as your router. It is also used when you forget your username and password or issues are coming up that you are not being able to solve. The router will get into factory default mode if you press the reset button. What this will do is it will reset the configuration to default.
Follow the steps given below:

• Find a small reset button behind or below the router.
• With a thin pin press the button and observe the router’s LED blinking fast. Release the button immediately.
• After few seconds the router will get into the default mode and will reboot.
• Now type the IP address 192.168.0.254 in your web browser.
• Type the by default username and password which is “admin”. Now you can access the admin page.

Setting up a TP-Link Router Via Quick Wizard Setup (192.168.0.254 setup)

Log into the Router

• Open the web browser on your computer. It can be any browser such as Apple Safari, Microsoft Edge, Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox.
• Type http://tplinkwifi.net or 1921680254. Press enter.
• You will also re-direct to the username and password page. Enter the require details and press login. If you are using the router for the first time then the default username and password will be “admin” else, enter the customize credentials.

Configure your router

Follow the steps given below to configure your router:

• Go to the quick setup section after logging in to the admin panel. Click on next.
• Select “Standard Wireless Router” and click next.
• Now fill in all the require details and at the end, you will be ask to reboot. So click reboot.

Setting up the TP-Link Range Extender Via 192168.0.254

Switch on the Extender

Find an electrical socket that is near the host router. The LED light will be solid on. This means that the extender is active.

Connect the extender with the App

• Go to Google Play Store or the Apple App Store and type TP-Link Tether and click search.
• Now launch the app and log in with your ID.
• If you do not have an account then you need to sign up and make an account.
• After creating an account you need to log in with your credentials.
• Click the + sign on the upper right section of the app.
• There you will be asked whether you want to connect to a router or a range extender. Click range extender.
• Fill in all the required instructions.
• Now find the best place to plug in your extender to get the best performance and coverage.
• To get the best performance plugin your extender just between the host router and the device. The area where the signal gets weak or losses the signal strength is called WiFi Dead Zone.
• Now the extenders LED will light up solid blue within 2 minutes.
• If you are still getting a weak signal then you need to again relocate the extender.

Connect the Extender Via WPS Button

Connecting via the WPS button is the easiest way to establish a connection between the host router and the range extender. Follow the steps given below:

• You will find the WPS button behind the router. Press it for three seconds and then press the WPS button on the Range extender. Keep in mind that you need to do this process within two minutes.
• The moment the LED turns solid on from blinking; this indicates that the connection is established.

Tip: The extenders name will be the same as the router but with _EXT at the end. Keep in mind that the password will be the same as your router.

Connecting the Extender Via Web Browser

• Wirelessly connect your extender with the computer or via Ethernet cable.
• If you are using a Microsoft Windows operating system then follow the below steps:
  If your system is connect with any other Ethernet cable then unplug it.
  Now connect to the TP-Link_Extender network.
• If you are using a Mac operating system then follow the below steps:
  If your system is connect with any other Ethernet cable then unplug it.
  Now click on the WiFi icon on the upper right section of the desktop. There you will find a network named as TP-Link_Extender. Click on it and connect.
• Now open your web browser and type 192.168.0.254 or http://192.168.0.254 and press enter.
• You will be request to create your password. Think of a password that you can easily recall but is difficult to assume for anyone. Now click log in.
• After logging in you will see various routers to connect. Find the host router and type its password. Now click next.
• After clicking next a prompt box will box for your confirmation to proceed. Click to confirm.
• Now you have the option to change your SSID also known as the network name keep it as it is.
• Sit tight and follow the instructions provide in the setup. After reading everything you click done.
• Finally, you will again be prompt with a confirmation. If you are satisfied with the configuration the click finish else go back and make any desired changes.

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