TP-Link TL-WPA7817 User Manual
TP-Link TL-WPA7817 User Manual

TP-Link TL-WPA7817 User Manual

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AV1000 Powerline AX1500 Wi-Fi 6 Extender
TL-WPA7817
©2024 TP-Link
1910013603 REV1.0.0

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  • Page 1 User Guide AV1000 Powerline AX1500 Wi-Fi 6 Extender TL-WPA7817 ©2024 TP-Link 1910013603 REV1.0.0...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents About This Guide Chapter 1 Get to Know Your Powerline Extender 2. 1. Product Overview............4 2.
  • Page 3 3. 11. 6. Back Up and Restore Configuration Settings ......30 3. 11. 7. Change Login Password ..........31 3.
  • Page 4: About This Guide

    • Specifications can be found on the product page at https://www.tp-link.com. • Our Technical Support contact information can be found at the Contact Technical Support page at https://www.tp-link.com/support. • TP-Link Community is provided for you to discuss our products and share knowledge at https://community.tp-link.com/. Compatibility Disclaimer...
  • Page 5 • *Compatible with all HomePlug AV and AV2 Standard Powerline adapters. This product may not be compatible with routers or gateways with firmware that has been altered, is based on open source programs, or are non-standard or outdated. Wi-Fi Speed/Coverage Disclaimer •...
  • Page 6: Get To Know Your Powerline Extender

    Chapter Get to Know Your Powerline Extender This chapter introduces the powerline extender by detailing its main features and appearance. It contains the following sections: • Product Overview • Main Features • Product Appearance...
  • Page 7: Product Overview

    Get to Know Your Powerline Extender Product Overview TP-Link’s Powerline Wi-Fi Extender is a combined wired/wireless network expansion device. With the help of your home’s existing electrical circuitry, it can extend your Wi-Fi to wherever you want in your house.
  • Page 8: Physical Interface

    Chapter 2 Get to Know Your Powerline Extender Name Status Indication On/Off The powerline extender is on or off. Power Quickly: Pairing is in progress. Blinking Slowly: Power-saving Mode is on.*(TL-PA7017 Only) The powerline extender is connected to the powerline network and is in a suitable location.
  • Page 9 Chapter 2 Get to Know Your Powerline Extender Ethernet Port Connect the Ethernet ports to your wired devices, such as a computer, a router or a game console, via Ethernet cables. Pair/Reset Button Press and hold the button for 1 second to join a powerline network. Go to To Set Up a New Secure Wireless Network for more information.
  • Page 10: Chapter 2 Initial Use

    Chapter Initial Use This chapter guides you on how to use the powerline extender when you first open the package. It contains the following sections: • To Set Up a New Secure Wireless Network • To Extend the Existing Wireless Network...
  • Page 11: To Set Up A New Secure Wireless Network

    Plug the powerline adapter into a wall socket. Plug the powerline extender into a power outlet on the same service panel. Wait until the extender’s Powerline LED turns on. Extender TL-WPA7817 r l i n Adapter TL-PA7017 Router Relocate the new extender to the Wi-Fi “dead” zone. Connect your devices to the internet using the SSIDs (network name) and password printed on the label at the side of the extender.
  • Page 12 Blinking Adapter Extender TL-PA7017 TL-WPA7817 Relocate the new extender to the Wi-Fi “dead” zone. Connect your devices to the internet using the SSIDs (network name) and password printed on the label at the side of the extender. Note: A blinking Powerline LED indicates poor signal strength. Move the extender to another location.
  • Page 13: To Extend The Existing Wireless Network

    Plug the new powerline extender into a wall socket near one of the existing powerline extender. r l i n New Powerline Extender (TL-WPA7817) Existing Powerline Device (For demonstrations only) Check the new extender’s Powerline LED . Is it on? •...
  • Page 14 Existing New Powerline Extender Powerline Device TL-WPA7817 Relocate the new extender to the Wi-Fi “dead” zone. A . Use the SSID (network name) and password on the on the label at the side of the new extender to connect to the internet.
  • Page 15: Chapter 3 Configuring Via Web Management Interface

    Chapter Configuring via Web Management Interface The powerline extender has a management interface to configure all settings. The management interface can be opened on any device that has a web browser, such as Internet Explorer, Chrome or Firefox. This chapter is going to give detailed information on what functions the powerline extender has and how to configure them.
  • Page 16: Management Interface

    1. Connect your computer to the powerline extender via an Ethernet cable or wirelessly. 2. Obtain and install the tpPLC Utility from the product’s Support page at https://www.tp-link.com. 3. Open the utility, move your mouse over your powerline extender, and click the icon that appears beside it.
  • Page 17: Change The Login Account

    Chapter 3 Configuring via Web Management Interface 2. Connect your device to the powerline extender wirelessly. 3. Launch the tpPLC app and find the model of your device. 4. Manage your powerline extender as needed. 3 1 2 Change the Login Account Follow the steps below to change the account.
  • Page 18: Change Powerline Network Name

    Chapter 3 Configuring via Web Management Interface 3. Click the icon and enter the Powerline Key of the device you want to add. The Powerline Key contains 16 capital letters, formed like XXXX-XXXX-XXXX-XXXX. It is printed on the back of the powerline device. 4.
  • Page 19: Wi-Fi Clone

    Chapter 3 Configuring via Web Management Interface 1. Connect to the powerline extender wirelessly. Visit http://tplinkplc.net, and log in with the password you set for the extender. 2. Go to Wi-Fi > Wi-Fi Move. 3. Toggle on WiFi Move to enable the feature. Note: When Wi-Fi Move is enabled, the following features will be synced: Wireless SSID &...
  • Page 20: Wireless Network

    Chapter 3 Configuring via Web Management Interface Blinking Within 2 minutes WPS/ Wireless Router Extender Done! When the corresponding Wi-Fi LED blinks quickly for 3 seconds and then stays on. It’s done! Wireless Network 3 5 1 Customize Wireless Settings The powerline extender’s wireless network name (SSID) and password, and security option are preset in the factory.
  • Page 21 Chapter 3 Configuring via Web Management Interface To enable or disable the wireless function: Select the box to enable the wireless function. Deselect the box to disable wireless function. If disabled, all wireless settings will be ineffective. To change the wireless network name (SSID) or hide SSID : The default SSID is TP-Link_XXXX for 2.4GHz network and TP-Link_XXXX_5G for 5GHz network, and the default password is printed on the label at the side panel of the extender.
  • Page 22: Wireless Clients

    Chapter 3 Configuring via Web Management Interface Channel: Select the channel you want to use from the drop-down list. This field determines which operating frequency will be used. It is not necessary to change the wireless channel unless you notice interference problems with another nearby access point.
  • Page 23: Led Schedules

    Chapter 3 Configuring via Web Management Interface 3. Now you can view the detailed information, including device name, MAC address, connected wireless band, and IP address. Tips: You can also see the wireless details by clicking the wireless clients icon on the Status >...
  • Page 24 Chapter 3 Configuring via Web Management Interface Connect to the powerline extender wirelessly. Visit http://tplinkplc.net and log in with the password you set. Go to WiFi > WiFi Schedule. Toggle on the WiFi Schedule. Note: If you check the box of Do not turn off Wi-Fi while clients are connected to it, the WiFI schedule are not enabled when any clients are connected to your extender.
  • Page 25: Parental Controls

    Chapter 3 Configuring via Web Management Interface Done! Now your Wi-Fi will be automatically turned off at 00:00 and turned on at 7:00am the next morning. Note: The Wi-Fi LED will turn off if the wireless network is disabled. Parental Controls I want to: Control when my children’s wireless devices can access the internet.
  • Page 26: Guest Network

    Chapter 3 Configuring via Web Management Interface Click Select from Device List and select the device to be controlled. Or select Manually and enter the MAC address manually. Choose Internet Access Time from 9:00 to 21:00, and then check all boxes from Sunday to Saturday.
  • Page 27: Mac Filter

    Chapter 3 Configuring via Web Management Interface Select 2.4GHz 5GHz and configure the following settings. To enable or disable the guest network function: Select the box 2.4GHz 5GHz to enable the guest network function. Deselect the box to disable guest network function. If disabled, all guest network settings of the corresponding band will be ineffective.
  • Page 28 Chapter 3 Configuring via Web Management Interface Connect to the powerline extender wirelessly. Visit http://tplinkplc.net, and log in with the password you set for the extender. Go to Wi-Fi > Filter. Toggle on Filter. Select either of the filtering rules (here we select Black List).
  • Page 29: Administration

    Chapter 3 Configuring via Web Management Interface 3 11 Administration 3 11 1 LAN IP Address Follow the steps below to configure LAN settings of the extender. Connect to the powerline extender wirelessly. Visit http://tplinkplc.net, and log in with the password you set for the extender. Go to Network >...
  • Page 30: Qos

    Chapter 3 Configuring via Web Management Interface Choose and fill in the parameters. Enter the starting and ending IP addresses in the IP Address Pool. Enter other parameters if the ISP offers. The Default Gateway is automatically filled in and is the same as the LAN IP address of the extender. Click SAVE.
  • Page 31 Chapter 3 Configuring via Web Management Interface To automatically synchronize the time: 1. Select your local Time Zone from the drop-down menu. 2. In the NTP Server I field, enter the IP address or domain name of your desired NTP Server.
  • Page 32: Upgrade The Firmware

    3 11 5 Upgrade the Firmware TP-Link is dedicated to improving and richening the product features, giving you a better network experience. We will release the latest firmware at our official website, you can download the latest firmware file from our website: www.tp-link.com...
  • Page 33: Back Up And Restore Configuration Settings

    Chapter 3 Configuring via Web Management Interface 3. If the upgrade is interrupted, it’s possible your extender may stop working and its LEDs blink once a second. In this case, please connect your computer to the extender via an Ethernet cable, and set your computer to static IP 192.168.0.X and subnet mask 255.255.255.0.
  • Page 34: Change Login Password

    Chapter 3 Configuring via Web Management Interface Note: During the restoring process, do not turn off or reset the extender. To reset the extender to factory default settings: In the Factory Default Restore section, click FACTORY RESTORE. Wait a few minutes for the resetting and rebooting. Note: 1.
  • Page 35 Chapter 3 Configuring via Web Management Interface Connect to the powerline extender wirelessly. Visit http://tplinkplc.net, and log in with the password you set for the extender. Go to System > System Log. Choose the type of the system log according to your need. Click SAVE LOG to save the system log to local.
  • Page 36: Chapter 4 Easymesh With Seamless Roaming

    Chapter EasyMesh with Seamless Roaming This chapter introduces the EasyMesh feature. It contains the following sections: • What‘s an EasyMesh Network • How to Set Up an EasyMesh Network • How to Manage an EasyMesh Network...
  • Page 37: What's An Easymesh Network

    • Routers and range extenders must be compatible with EasyMesh or OneMesh™. Firmware upgrades may be required. • TP-Link EasyMesh-compatible products can network with other devices that use EasyMesh. Failed connections may be due to firmware conflicts of different vendors.
  • Page 38: How To Set Up An Easymesh Network

    EasyMesh with Seamless Roaming How to Set Up an EasyMesh Network Make sure your router is compatiable with EasyMesh or OneMesh . Firmware updates may be required. For TP-Link EasyMesh-compatible products, visit https:// www.tp-link.com/en/easymesh/product-list/. Make sure your router is accessing the internet normally.
  • Page 39: How To Manage An Easymesh Network

    Chapter 4 EasyMesh with Seamless Roaming How to Manage an EasyMesh Network • To leave or join an EasyMesh network: Visit http://tplinkplc.net, and log in with the password you set for the extender. Go to Wi-Fi > EasyMesh. Toggle off or on EasyMesh according to your needs.
  • Page 40 FCC STATEMENT Product Name: AV1000 Powerline AX1500 Wi-Fi 6 Extender Model Number: TL-WPA7817 Responsible party: TP-Link USA Corporation Address: 10 Mauchly, Irvine, CA 92618 Website: http://www.tp-link.com/us/ Tel: +1 626 333 0234 Fax: +1 909 527 6804 E-mail: sales.usa@tp-link.com This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
  • Page 41 20 cm from all persons and must not be co- located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.” We, TP-Link USA Corporation, has determined that the equipment shown as above has been shown to comply with the applicable technical standards, FCC part 15. There is no unauthorized change is made in the equipment and the equipment is properly maintained and operated.
  • Page 42 2400 MHz -2483.5 MHz(20dBm) 5150 MHz -5250 MHz(23dBm) EU declaration of conformity TP-Link hereby declares that the device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of directives 2014/53/EU, 2009/125/EC, 2011 /65/EU and (EU) 2015/863. The original EU declaration of conformity may be found at https://www.tp-link.com/en/ce...
  • Page 43 UK Declaration of Conformity TP-Link hereby declares that the device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the Radio Equipment Regulations 2017. The original UK Declaration of Conformity may be found at https://www.tp-link.com/support/ukca National Restrictions Attention: This device may only be used indoors in Great Britain.
  • Page 44 Déclaration d’exposition aux radiations: Cet équipement est conforme aux limites d’exposition aux rayonnements IC établies pour un environnement non contrôlé. Cet équipement doit être installé et utilisé avec un minimum de 20 cm de distance entre la source de rayonnement et votre corps. Industry Canada Statement CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B) CAN ICES-6/NMB-6...
  • Page 45 設備名稱:AV1000 Powerline AX1500 Wi-Fi 6 Extender 型號(型式):TL-WPA7817 Equipment name Type designation (Type) 限用物質及其化學符號 Restricted substances and its chemical symbols 單元 多溴聯苯 多溴二苯醚 鉛 汞 鎘 六價鉻Hexavalent Unit Polybrominated Polybrominated chromium Lead Mercury Cadmium biphenyls diphenyl ethers (Pb) (Hg) (Cd) (PBDE) (PBB) ○...
  • Page 46 • Operating Temperature: 0°C ~ 40°C (32°F ~104°F) • This product uses radios and other components that emit electromagnetic fields. Electromagnetic fields and magnets may interfere with pacemakers and other implanted medical devices. Always keep the product and its power adapter more than 15 cm (6 inches) away from any pacemakers or other implanted medical devices.
  • Page 47 Symbol Explanation Caution, risk of electric shock Energy efficiency Marking Protective earth Earth Frame or chassis Functional earthing Caution, hot surface Caution Operator’s manual Stand-by “ON”/”OFF” (push-push) Fuse Fuse is used in neutral N RECYCLING This product bears the selective sorting symbol for Waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE).
  • Page 48 Symbol Explanation Switch of micro-gap construction (for US version) µ Switch of micro-gap / micro-disconnection construction (for other versions except ε Switch without contact gap (Semiconductor switching device)

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