TP-Link TL-PA201 STARTER KIT User Manual page 21

Local Device(s) on your computer: This shows all local Powerline Ethernet Adapter found
connected to the computer's LAN card. In most cases, only one device will display in this panel.
Click and select the local device shown on the screen then click "Connect" tab to manage the
Powerline Ethernet Adapter. The status message will be shown above the "Connect" button
indicates that your PC is connected to the same device. Once the chosen Powerline Ethernet
Adapter is properly connected, this Management Utility will automatically scan the power line
periodically for any other existing powerline devices. You can upgrade the version of firmware for
the device by clicking the Upgrade Firmware button which is shown as below.
PIB: Parameter Information Block. It contains configuration values that establish device network
identity, general capabilities and operational modes.
NVM: None-volatile memory. It is used for upgrading the firmware.
If you want to upgrade the version of firmware for the device, please select appropriate Firmware
and PIB files together. New firmware versions and PIB files are posted at
be downloaded for free.
Note:
The parameter information of PIB will restore to the factory defaults after resetting the PLC.
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