TP-Link TL-PA9020P User manual

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Powerline
Router
WAN LAN
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3
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More: To add additional powerline
adapters and extenders with the default
settings, simply plug them into the wall
sockets on the same electrical circuit.
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* Applicable to TL-PA9020P, and its
multiple-pack kits
* TL-PA9020P KIT (European version) is
used for demonstration in this QIG.
Quick Installation Guide
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Attention
Plug the powerline devices into wall outlets instead of power strips.
TL-PA9020P
TL-PA9020P
Wait until the Powerline
LED turns on.
Wall Outlet Power Strip

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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 goes o
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 devices are correctly and securely connected.
A4. Check if you have an internet connection by connecting the computer directly
to the modem or router.
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
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 is on.
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.
Plug them into the integrated electrical sockets to remove some electrical noise.
Easy Management
Press the Pair button on any of the existing powerline
devices for 1 second. Its Power LED starts blinking.
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:
Physical Appearance
DESCRIPTIONITEM
Used as an electrical outlet expansion for power strip or household
appliances. It can remove some electrical noise that might aect powerline
performance.
Integrated
Electrical
Socket
Press and hold for 1 second to set up or join a secure powerline network.
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.
Pair Button
To join an existing secure powerline network:
Note: If the Power LED does not blink, press the Pair button again.
Note: If the Power LED does not blink, press the Pair button again.
Press the Pair button on one of the powerline devices
for 1 second. Its Power LED starts blinking.
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Within 2 minutes, press the Pair button on another
device for 1 second. Its Power LED starts blinking.
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When the Powerline LED is on and stable, it's done.3
Within 2 minutes, press the Pair button on the new
powerline adapter for 1 second. Its Power LED
starts blinking.
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When the Powerline LED is on and stable, it's done.3
Power
DESCRIPTIONLED STATU S
Powerline
Ethernet
On/O
Blinking
Yellow-green
Red
O
On/O
The powerline adapter is on or o.
Once every second: Pairing is taking place.
Once every 3 seconds: Power-Saving Mode is on.*
The powerline adapter is in a location with a good signal
strength.
The powerline adapter is in a location with a poor signal
strength. We recommend trying another wall socket.
The powerline adapter is not connected to any powerline
network or is in Power-Saving Mode.
At least one Ethernet port is connected or no Ethernet
port is connected.
* If the device connected to the adapter is turned o or inactive for more than ve
minutes, the powerline adapter will automatically switch to Power-Saving Mode.
Using tpPLC utility for advanced conguration:
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 conguration.
Integrated Electrical Socket
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within 2 minutes
Existing
Powerline Device
New
Powerline Device
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within 2 minutes
Blinking
Blinking
Blinking On
Blinking On
TP-Link hereby declares that the 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 http://www.tp-link.com/en/ce.
For technical support and more information, please visit
http://www.tp-link.com/support, or simply scan the QR code.
Powerline LED
Power LED
Ethernet LED
Pair Button