Button Legend
Extender TL-WPA8630
RESET
Press for at least 5 seconds until all LEDs turn o to reset
the extender to factory default settings.
Pair
Press for 1 second on two powerline devices within two
minutes to pair them.
Press for about 8 seconds until the Powerline LED is o
to leave the current powerline network.
LED
Press for 1 second to turn all LEDs on or o.
Wi-Fi
Press for 1 second to begin or stop copying Wi-Fi settings
from the router.
Press for about 5 seconds to turn Wi-Fi on or o.
Plug in the extender in the same room as your router. Wait
until the extender’s Wi-Fi LEDs turn on.
Press your router’s WPS button. Within 2 minutes of doing
so, press the extender’s Wi-Fi button for 1 second. The
extender’s Wi-Fi LEDs should start blinking. When
they are illuminated without blinking, your Wi-Fi settings
have been copied.
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.
Unify Your Wi-Fi Networks via WPS
Sync Wi-Fi Settings to More Extenders
Note: You can only pair two devices at a time. We recommend that you plug in the powerline devices near each other when pairing.
Note: If the LED does not blink, press the Pair button again.
Press the Pair button on the adapter for 1 second. The Power
LED should start blinking.
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1
(Within 2 minutes) press and hold the pair button on the
extender for 1 second. The Power LED should start blinking.
When the Powerline LED lights up, a powerline network has
been successfully created.
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2
3
3
Note: If the Wi-Fi settings are not copied within 2 minutes, manually change
the extender’s Wi-Fi settings
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.
Relocate the extender. You can now use it to connect to your
Wi-Fi 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 Router
Extender
Within 2 minutes
Within 2 minutes
Create a Secure Powerline Network by Pairing
WPS/
Blinking
On
Blinking
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. How do I reset my extender to factory default settings?
A. With the extender plugged into an electrical outlet, press and hold the RESET button until 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 red or o?
If the LED is red:
A. The powerline device is in a location with a poor signal strength. Try another wall socket.
If the 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 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.
For technical support, the user guide and more information, please visit
https://www.tp-link.com/support, or simply scan the QR code.
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 and 2011/65/EU. 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.
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.
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.
Manage your powerline devices using any of the methods below. You
can change the SSID and password, set Wi-Fi schedules, create a guest
network and more.
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/en/download/TL-WPA8630-KIT.html#Utility.
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. Use admin for both username and password
upon initial login.
Note: For detailed instructions, refer to the product manual on the product’s Support page.
