A:AnswerHi! While it is normal for the RE605X to run relatively warm while in use, it should not be exceedingly hot to the touch. Please ensure the installation location is well-ventilated, and the device is not exposed to external heat sources.
If you have already confirmed these steps and the symptom persists, please unplug the device and contact our official TP-Link support team using the phone or live chat options on our website here: https://www.tp-link.com/us/support/contact-technical-support/#LiveChat-Support
A:AnswerHi! The RE605 Wi-Fi Extender is intended for use within a home where the router is also located. Generally, a Wi-Fi extender should be placed between the source router and the "dead zone" in which you need coverage. Placing it in a location that already receives poor signal may not yield significant improvements in all cases.
A:AnswerHow well it works will depend on your existing network environment, the placement of the extender in relation to the router, and the layout of your home. A steel-sided house will provide more of an obstacle for Wi-Fi than wood or drywall. This extender may work; however, if you need additional outdoor Wi-Fi coverage, we suggest considering our Deco X50-Outdoor or outdoor EAP models, such as the EAP610-Outdoor.
A:AnswerHi! The extender, once set up in Range Extender Mode, will use the same Wi-Fi network encryption and password as your main router. As long as your router's Wi-Fi is secured, the extender's network will be also.
A:AnswerHi! The extender will use the same encryption as your router. As long as your router is securely encrypted, the extender will be also, once set up.
A:AnswerHi! The primary difference is on the 2.4 GHz band of these Extender models. The RE505X supports up to 300 Mbps on the 2.4 GHz band, versus the RE605X with up to 574 Mbps on the 2.4 GHz band.
A:AnswerYou can use it both ways. Connect directly to the router or in a other room. Since its an extender, connecting it to the router limits the reach so plug it in a different room and connect to your router.