TP-Link TL-PA8010P User manual

* Applicable to TL-PA8010P and its multiple-pack kits.
* TL-PA8010P KIT (European version) is used for demonstration in this guide.
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Quick Installation Guide
Attention
Wall Outlet Power Strip
Plug powerline devices into wall outlets instead of power strips.
Router
WAN LAN
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Adapter
TL-PA8010P
More: To add additional Powerline
adapters and extenders with the default
settings, simply plug them into the wall
sockets on the same electrical circuit.
Wait until the Powerline LED turns on.
Note: If the LED is o, refer to FAQ-Q2.
Same Electrical Circuit Same Electrical Circuit
Adapter
TL-PA8010P

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DESCRIPTION
ITEM
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 more than 6 seconds to reset the powerline adapter.
Pair Button
DESCRIPTIONLED STATU S
Powerline
Power
On/O
Blinking quickly
Blinking slowly
The powerline adapter is on or o.
Pairing is in process.
Power-Saving Mode is on.*
* Five minutes after the device connected to the powerline adapter is turned o or inactive, the
powerline adapter will automatically switch to Power-Saving Mode.
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.
Tip: We recommend that you plug in the powerline devices near each other when pairing.
To create a secure powerline network:
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 any of the powerline devices
for 1 second. Its Power LED should start blinking.
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Press the Pair button on any of the existing 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 should start
blinking.
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3When the Powerline LED lights up, a powerline
network has been successfully created.
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 turns on, it's done.
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Within 2 minutes
Blinking
On
New
Powerline Device
Existing
Powerline Device
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Physical Appearance
For technical support, the user guide and other information, please
visit https://www.tp-link.com/support, or simply scan the QR code.
Frequently Asked Questions Easy Management
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 powerline device does
not reconnect after it is relocated?
A1. Try another socket and make sure it is on the same electrical circuit.
A2. Try to pair the device 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.
Using tpPLC utility for advanced conguration:
1. Visit https://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.
Q1. How do I reset my powerline adapter?
A. With the powerline adapter plugged into an electrical outlet, press and hold
the Pair button for more than 6 seconds until the Power LED goes o
momentarily and then comes back on.
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 devices 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.
Within 2 minutes
Integrated
Electrical Socket
Pair Button
Powerline LED
Power LED
Ethernet LED
Ethernet On/O The Ethernet port is connected or disconnected.
O
On The powerline adapter is successfully connected to a
powerline network.
The powerline adapter is not connected to any powerline
network.
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.
· The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.
· 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.
· Plug the powerline devices directly into the wall outlets but not the power strips.
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 product with care and
operate at your own risk.
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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, 2011/65/EU and (EU)2015/863.
The original EU Declaration of Conformity may be found at https://www.tp-link.com/en/support/ce/
TP-Link hereby declares that the device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions
of the Electromagnetic Compatibility Regulations 2016 and Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.
The original UK Declaration of Conformity may be found at https://www.tp-link.com/support/ukca