What do Lights Mean on ASUS RP-AC55 WiFi Repeater

Authored by: Support.com Tech Pro Team

1. Introduction

In This Guide

You'll Learn:

  • What the lights on your Asus RP-AC55 Range Extender mean.

Before We Begin:

  • Be near your Range Extender.
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2. Indicator Lights

Along the bottom of the ASUS RP-AC55 are a series of status lights to indicate what the unit is doing and the status.

RP-AC55 diagram with indicator lights highlighted

Power

Power

Indicates the power is on or off.

Existing Network

Network

Indicates if the extender is connected to your router.

Move Closer

Move extender closer to router

Indicates you need to move the range extender closer to your router, so it gets a better signal.

Move Away

Move extender away from router.

Indicates that you need to move the range extender farther away from your router, to avoid an overlap of signal that could cause problems.

Both Distance Lights Off

Both lights off for distance indicator

When both distance lights are out, your Range Extender is a proper distance away from your router. The Range Extender can hear your router fine, and it's transmitting properly.