Frequently Asked Questions - TP-Link TL-PA7017 KIT Quick Installation Manual

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.
Tip: 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 any of the powerline devices
for 1 second. Its Power LED should start 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 should start
blinking.
3 When the Powerline LED lights up, a powerline
network has been successfully created.
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 turns on, it's done.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. How do I reset my powerline adapter?
A. With the powerline adapter plugged into an electrical outlet, press and hold
the Pair button for more than 6 seconds until the Power LED
momentarily and then comes back on.
Q2. What should I do if the Powerline LED
A1. Try another wall socket and make sure all powerline devices are on the same
electrical circuit.
A2. Try to set up a powerline network by pairing. Refer to the section above for
instructions.
A3. If the problem persists, contact our Technical Support.
Q3. What should I do if there is no internet connection in my
powerline network?
A1. Make sure all powerline devices are on the same electrical circuit.
Blinking
Blinking
Existing
Powerline Device
A2. Make sure the Powerline LEDs
not, pair all devices again.
A3. Make sure all devices are correctly and securely connected.
goes off
A4. Check if you have an internet connection by connecting the computer directly to
the modem or router.
is off?
Q4. What should I do if a successfully-paired powerline device does
not reconnect after it is relocated?
A1. Try another socket and make sure it is on the same electrical circuit.
A2. Try to pair the device again, and make sure the Powerline LED
A3. Check for possible interference due to a washing machine, air conditioner or other
household appliance that may be too close to one of the powerline devices. Plug
the appliance into the integrated electrical socket to remove the electrical noise if
your powerline device has an integrated electrical socket.
Blinking
Within 2 minutes
On
Blinking
Within 2 minutes
On
New
Powerline Device
are lit on all of your powerline devices. If they are
is on.
Physical Appearance
Ethernet Port
LED STATUS DESCRIPTION
On/Off The powerline adapter is on or off.
Power Blinking quickly Pairing is in process.
Blinking slowly Power-Saving Mode is on.*
The powerline adapter is successfully connected to a
On
powerline network.
Powerline
The powerline adapter is not connected to any powerline
Off
network.
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 more than 6 seconds to reset the powerline adapter.
Easy Management
Using tpPLC utility for advanced configuration:
1. Visit https://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 technical support, the user guide and other information, please
visit https://www.tp-link.com/support, or simply scan the QR code.
TP-Link hereby declares that this device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant
provisions of directives 2014/30/EU, 2014/35/EU, 2009/125/EC and 2011/65/EU. The original EU declaration
of conformity may be found at https://www.tp-link.com/en/ce.
Safety Information
· Keep the device away from water, fire, humidity or hot environments.
· Do not attempt to disassemble, repair, or modify the device.
· Do not use damaged charger or USB cable to charge the device.
· The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.
· For passthrough devices, plug the power strips into the integrated electrical sockets of the devices,
but devices of the same or another type not be stacked in normal use.
· Plug the powerline devices directly into the wall outlets but not the power strips.
Please read and follow the above safety information when operating the device. We cannot guarantee that no
accidents or damage will occur due to improper use of the device. Please use this product with care and
operate at your own risk.
Power LED
Powerline LED
Ethernet LED
Pair Button