TP-Link TL-WPA4230P User manual

Powerline
Quick Installation Guide
More: To add additional powerline
adapters and powerline Wi-Fi extenders
with the default settings, simply plug them
into the wall sockets on the same electrical
circuit.
Extender
(TL-WPA4230P)
Adapter
(TL-PA4020P)
Applicable to TL-WPA4230P and its multiple-pack kits
AV500 Passthrough Powerline Wi-Fi Extender
7106505539 REV2.0.1
Plug and Play
Set Up a New Wireless Network
Use the default wireless network name
(SSID) and password on the provided Wi-Fi
Info Card to access the Internet.
Router
WAN LAN
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* TL-WPA4230P KIT (European version) is used for demonstration in this QIG.
Image may dier from actual product.
Clone Your Router’s Wi-Fi Settings to the Extender (Recommended)
Note: If the Wi-Fi LED still blinks slowly for longer than 30 seconds, unplug the extender and plug
it back in, then try again. Or use “Customize the Extender’s Wi-Fi Settings”on the back instead.
If your router supports WPS, you can continue with the steps below to clone
its current Wi-Fi settings to the extender.
Tips: We recommend that you plug in the extender near your router for Wi-Fi cloning.
Press the WPS button
for 2 seconds.
1Within 2 minutes, press
the Wi-Fi Clone button for
1 second.
2Done.3
Wait until the Powerline
LED turns on.
Solid on for 5 seconds
and then blinks rapidly
WPSWAN LAN
Wireless Router
500Mbps
15
250
Blinks slowly for
about 10 seconds

Attention
Set Up a Secure Powerline Network Using the Pair Button (Recommended)
LED and Button Legend
You can create or join a secure powerline network using the Pair button on two devices at a time. The powerline network can support up to 16 powerline devices.
Tips: 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:
Go to Wireless > Wireless Settings to set a new SSID, then go to Wireless >
Wireless Security to set a new Wi-Fi password.
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FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
Q1. How do I reset my extender?
A. With the extender powered on, use a pin to press and hold the Reset button until all LEDs go o.
When the Power LED turns on and the Wi-Fi LED starts to blink rapidly, the reset process is complete.
Q2. How to troubleshoot if there is no Internet connection in my powerline
network?
A1. Make sure all adapters and extenders are on the same electrical circuit.
A2. Make sure the Powerline LEDs light up on all of your adapters and extenders. If they do not, pair your
adapters and extenders again according to“Set Up a Secure Powerline Network By Pairing”.
A3. Make sure all hardware connections 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 can I do if a successfully-paired extender 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 with another adapter or extender, and make sure the Powerline LED is on before moving
it to a new location.
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 adapters or extenders. Plug it into the integrated electrical socket to remove
some electrical noise.
Customize the Extender’s Wi-Fi
Settings (Optional)
Log in with the default user name and password (admin/admin).
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OK Cancel
admin
admin
Press the Pair button
for 1 second.
Press the Pair button for 1 second on any powerline device in the existing
powerline network.
Within 2 minutes, press the
Pair button for 1 second.
Done. 1
1 2 3 Within 2 minutes, press the
Pair button for 1 second.
Done.
2 3
Existing Powerline Network
DESCRIPTIONITEM
Press and hold for 1 second to start Wi-Fi cloning.
Press and hold for 5 seconds to turn the Wi-Fi on or o.
Press and hold for 1 second to start the pairing process.
Press and hold for 10 seconds to leave the powerline network.
Press and hold for 10 seconds to restore the extender’s settings to factory defaults.
Used as a pass-through AC outlet to power other devices. It also reduces some
electrical noise that may interfere with powerline performance.
Reset
Integrated
Electrical Socket
Pair
Wi-Fi/Wi-Fi Clone
DESCRIPTIONLED STATUS
Power
Powerline
Ethernet
Wi-Fi
On/O
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On
O
Blinking
On/O
Blinking
Blinking
O
The device is on or o.
Once every second: Pairing is in process.
Once every 15 seconds: Power-Saving Mode is on. (Powerline adapter only)
The device is connected to the powerline network.
The device is not connected to the powerline network or is in
Power-Saving Mode.
The device is transferring data.
The Ethernet port is connected or not connected.
The Ethernet port is transferring data. (Powerline adapter only)
Rapidly: The Wi-Fi is working properly.
Once every second: Wi-Fi cloning is in process.
The Wi-Fi is disabled.
2Find and download the compatible version of utility for your powerline
extender at www.tp-link.com.
Adapter
3Start the utility. Choose the model to be congured and click Connect.
Wireless powerline devices in your local network
Rescan
PLC Device Scan
Description | Mode NO. | IP Address | Mac Address | Connect
TL-WPA4230P Connect
11N Powerline AP 172.27.35.217 E8:94:F6:30:73:67
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Extender
Connect your computer to the extender wirelessly or via an Ethernet cable.
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Wi-Fi/Wi-Fi Clone Button
Ethernet Ports
Reset Button
Power LED
Powerline LED
Ethernet LED
Wi-Fi LED
Pair Button
Ethernet Port
Powerline LED
Power LED
Ethernet LED
Pair Button
On
Blinking
Blinking
Wall Outlet Power Strip
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