Q1. How do I reset my adapter and extender to factory default settings?
A. Press and hold the Pair button for at least 6 seconds. Release the button and all LEDs turn o. When the
LEDs turn back on, the reset process is complete.
Q2. What should I do if the Powerline LED is o?
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 adapters and extenders are on the same electrical circuit.
A2. Make sure the Powerline LEDs are lit on all of your powerline devices. If they are not, pair all devices
again.
A3. Make sure all devices are correctly and securely connected.
A4. Check if you have an internet connection by connecting the computer directly to the modem or router.
Q4. What should I do if a successfully-paired extender does not reconnect after it is
relocated?
A1. Make sure all powerline adapters and extenders are on the same electrical circuit.
A2. Try to pair the extender again, and make sure the Powerline LED is on.
A3. Check for possible interference due to a washing machine, air conditioner or other household appliances
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Personalize Your Network
tpPLC App
For easy management via your smartphone or tablet, download the app from the
App Store or Google Play, or simply scan the QR code.
tpPLC AppScan to download
tpPLC Utility
For easy management via your computer, download the utility on the product’s
Support page at https://www.tp-link.com/support/download/.
Note: For detailed instructions, refer to the utility manual on the product’s Support page.
Web Interface
To access all settings, connect to an extender wirelessly and visit
http://tplinkplc.net.
Note: For detailed instructions, refer to the product manual on the product’s Support page.
Note: You can only pair two devices at a time. We recommend that you plug in the powerline devices near each other when pairing.
Create a Secure Powerline Network by Pairing
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 athttps://www.tp-link.com/en/ce.
Safety Information
Keep the device away from water, re, humidity or hot environments.
Do not attempt to disassemble, repair, or modify the device. If you need service, please contact us.
Do not use the device where wireless devices are not allowed.
The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.
Plug the powerline devices directly into the wall outlets but not the power strips.
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. Do not plug in a row.
If you have more extenders, simply plug in and pair each one with the existing adapter to join the network. Then the Wi-Fi settings will automatically sync
from the existing extender to the new ones.
Sync Wi-Fi Settings to More Extenders
Note: If the Power LED does not blink, press the Pair button again.
Press the Pair button on the adapter for 1 second. Its Power
LED should start blinking.
1
(Within 2 minutes) press the extender’s Pair button for 1
second. Its Power LED should start blinking.
2
When the extender’s Powerline LED turns on, a powerline
network has been successfully created.
3
Within 2 minutes
Within 2 minutes
For technical support, replacement services, user guides, and other information, please visit
https://www.tp-link.com/support, or simply scan the QR code.
If you have any suggestions or needs for our product guides, you are welcome to email
techwriter@tp-link.com.cn.
To communicate with TP-Link users or engineers, please join the TP-Link Community at
https://community.tp-link.com.
Adapter
TL-PA7017P
Extender
TL-WPA7617
Unify Your Wi-Fi Networks via WPS
Note: If your router doesn’t have a WPS button, manually change the extender’s Wi-Fi settings via the tpPLC app, tpPLC Utility, or web interface.
Plug in the extender in the same room as your router. Wait
until the extender’s Wi-Fi LED turns on.
Press your router’s WPS button. Within 2 minutes, press the
extender’s Wi-Fi button for 1 second. The extender’s Wi-Fi
LED starts blinking. When it stays on, Wi-Fi settings are
copied.
1
2
3
Note: If Wi-Fi settings are not copied within 2 minutes, manually change the
extender’s Wi-Fi settings.
Relocate the extender and enjoy the internet using your
router’s SSID and password.
Copy SSID and password from your router via WPS to create one unied Wi-Fi network throughout your home.
Wireless RouterExtender
Blinking
On
WPS/
WPS
Physical Appearance
DESCRIPTIONITEM
Press and hold for 1 second to set up or join a secure powerline network.
Pair/Reset Button
Wi-Fi Button
LED Button
Press for 1 second to start copying Wi-Fi settings from the router.
Press and hold for about 5 seconds to turn Wi-Fi on or o.
Press to turn on or o the LEDs.
Press and hold the Pair button for at least 6 seconds, then release the button to reset the
adapter/extender to default settings.
DESCRIPTION
LEDSTATUS
Power
Powerline
Ethernet
On
O
The powerline adapter/extender is on.
Quickly: Pairing is in process.
Slowly: Power-Saving Mode is on.* (TL-PA7017P Only)
The powerline adapter/extender is o.
Blinking
Wi-Fi
The wireless function is enabled.
The powerline extender is syncing wireless network settings.
The wireless function is disabled.
Ethernet Port
Ethernet Port
Integrated Electrical Socket
Powerline LED
Power LED
Ethernet LED
Pair/Reset Button
* If the device connected to TL-PA7017P is turned o or inactive for more than 5 minutes, TL-PA7017P will
automatically switch to Power-Saving Mode.
On
Blinking
O
The Ethernet port is connected or not connected.
The powerline adapter/extender is connected to a powerline network.
The powerline adapter/extender is not connected to any powerline
network.
On/O
On
O
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
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