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Set Up a Secure Powerline Network by Pairing (Recommended)
You can create or join a secure powerline network using the Pair button on two devices at a time.
Tips: We recommend that you plug in the powerline devices near each other when pairing.
To create a secure powerline network:
1
Press the Pair button on one of the powerline devices
for 1 second. Its Power LED
starts blinking.
Note: If the Power LED does not blink, press the Pair button again.
2
Within 2 minutes, press the Pair button on another
device for 1 second. Its Power LED
starts blinking.
3
When the Powerline LED
is on and stable, it's done.
To join an existing secure powerline network:
1
Press the Pair button on any of the existing powerline
devices for 1 second. Its Power LED
starts blinking.
Note: If the Power LED does not blink, press the Pair button again.
2
Within 2 minutes, press the Pair button on the new
powerline adapter for 1 second. Its Power LED
starts blinking.
3
When the Powerline LED
is on and stable, it's done.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. How do I reset my powerline adapter?
A. With the powerline adapter plugged into the electrical outlet, press and hold
the Pair button for more than 15 seconds until the Power LED
momentarily and comes back on.
Q2. How to troubleshoot if there is no Internet connection in my
powerline network?
A1. Make sure all powerline devices are on the same electrical circuit.
A2. Make sure the Powerline LEDs
light up on all of your powerline devices. If
they do not, reset or pair all your powerline devices.
A3. Make sure all hardware connections are correctly and securely connected.
A4. Check if you have an Internet connection by connecting the computer directly
to the modem or router.
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within 2 minutes
10 00
Mb
ps
Blinking
within 2 minutes
Existing
10 00
Mb
Powerline Device
Powerline Device
ps
A5. Make sure your computer's IP address is in the same segment as your router's.
Q3. What should I do if a successfully-paired powerline device does
goes off
not reconnect after it has been moved to a new location?
A1. Try another socket and make sure it is on the same electrical circuit.
A2. Try to pair it again, and make sure the Powerline LED
A3. Check for possible interference, such as a washer, air conditioner or other
household appliance that may be too close to one of the powerline devices.
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On
10 00
Mb
ps
Blinking
On
New
10 00
Mb
ps
is on.
LED and Button Legend
Power LED
Powerline LED
Ethernet LED
Pair Button
LED
STATUS
DESCRIPTION
On/Off
The powerline adapter is on or off.
Power
Blinking
Once every second: Pairing is in process.
Once every 3 seconds: Power-Saving Mode is on.*
Yellow-green
The powerline adapter is in a location with a good signal
strength.
Red
The powerline adapter is in a location with a poor signal
Powerline
strength. We recommend trying another wall socket.
Off
The powerline adapter is not connected to any powerline
network or is in Power-Saving Mode.
Ethernet
On/Off
The Ethernet port is connected or disconnected.
* Five minutes after the device connected to the powerline adapter is turned off or
inactive, the powerline adapter will automatically switch to Power-Saving Mode.
BUTTON
DESCRIPTION
Press and hold for 1 second to set up or join a secure powerline network.
Pair Button
Press and hold for about 8 seconds to leave an existing powerline network.
Press and hold for more than 15 seconds to reset the powerline adapter.
Easy Management
Using tpPLC utility for advanced configuration:
1. Visit http://www.tp-link.com, and search for your product.
2. Find and download the compatible version of utility on its Support page.
3. Install the utility and start your configuration.
For more information, please visit our website:
http://www.tp-link.com
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