TP-Link TL-PA4020 User Manual
TL-PA4020
AV500 2-port Powerline Adapter
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FCC STATEMENT
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant
to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can
be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV technician for help.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1) This device may not cause harmful interference.
2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void
the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
CE Mark Warning
This is a class B product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference, in which
case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
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Safety Information
• When product has power button, the power button is one of the way to shut off the product; when
there is no power button, the only way to completely shut off power is to disconnect the product or
the power adapter from the power source.
• Don’t disassemble the product, or make repairs yourself. You run the risk of electric shock and
voiding the limited warranty. If you need service, please contact us.
• Avoid water and wet locations.
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TP-LINK TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
For the following equipment:
Product Description: AV500 2-port Powerline Adapter
Model No.: TL-PA4020
Trademark: TP-LINK
We declare under our own responsibility that the above products satisfy all the technical regulations
applicable to the product within the scope of Council Directives:
Directives 2004 / 108 / EC, Directives 2006 / 95 / EC, Directives 2011/65/EU
The above product is in conformity with the following standards or other normative documents：
EN 55022: 2010 + AC: 2011
EN 55024: 2010
EN 61000-3-2: 2006 + A1: 2009 + A2: 2009
EN 61000-3-3: 2013
EN 60950-1: 2006 + A11: 2009 + A1: 2010 + A12: 2011
EN 50412-2-1: 2005
The product carries the CE Mark
Person responsible for making this declaration:
Yang Hongliang
Product Manager of International Business
Date of issue: 2014
TP-LINK TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD.
Building 24 (floors 1, 3, 4, 5), and 28 (floors 1-4) Central Science and Technology Park, Shennan
Rd, Nanshan, Shenzhen, China
CONTENTS
Chapter 1 Introduction .................................................................................................................. 1
1.1 Conventions ....................................................................................................................................... 1
1.2 System Requirement ........................................................................................................................ 1
1.3 Important Safety Instructions .......................................................................................................... 1
Chapter 2 Connecting Mechanism ............................................................................................. 3
2.1 Introduction ........................................................................................................................................ 3
2.2 LED Indicator ..................................................................................................................................... 3
2.3 Physical Interface.............................................................................................................................. 4
2.4 Connection Instruction ..................................................................................................................... 4
2.5 Hardware Connection – Computer ................................................................................................. 5
2.6 Hardware Connection – Internet..................................................................................................... 6
Chapter 3 Installing Management Utility .................................................................................. 8
Chapter 4 Using the Management Utility ................................................................................ 12
4.1 Status ................................................................................................................................................ 12
4.1.1 Set Local Device’s Network Name ..................................................................................... 13
4.2 Network ............................................................................................................................................ 14
4.2.1 Rename the Remote Device/Enter Password .................................................................. 15
4.2.2 Add Device ............................................................................................................................. 15
4.3 Advanced ......................................................................................................................................... 16
4.4 System .............................................................................................................................................. 17
4.4.1 Upgrade Firmware ................................................................................................................ 18
4.4.2 Reset Device ......................................................................................................................... 19
4.4.3 Set All Devices’ Network Name .......................................................................................... 19
Chapter 5 Advanced Feature: How to Use the Pair Button ............................................... 20
5.1 Set Up a Secure Powerline Network ........................................................................................... 20
5.2 Reset................................................................................................................................................. 20
Appendix A: Troubleshooting ................................................................................................... 22
TL-PA4020
AV500 2-port Powerline Adapter
Chapter 1 Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of this outstanding Powerline Adapter. This device is an AV500 2-port
Powerline Adapter which transforms your house’s existing electrical wiring into a ubiquitous networking
infrastructure. Simply plug this AV500 2-port Powerline Adapter into an ordinary AC power outlet which
will easily extend your Cable/xDSL broadband connection or existing Ethernet (LAN) network to any other
electrical outlet in any room of a house without the need of any new cabling.
This Powerline Adapter supports up to 500Mbps data rate over the existing household power circuit. With
data rates of 500Mbps, full multimedia application can easily be supported throughout the whole house
in addition to Internet access. This Powerline Adapter uses the existing power lines installed in a house
as a path to transmit digital data, voice, audio and video between devices.
To ensure data communication’s security and multimedia applications, this Powerline Adapter supports
built-in 128-bit AES encryption and Quality of Service (QoS) features.With minimum setup, you can install
and use this Powerline Adapter within minutes. The adapter has two useful functions.
1． Existing connection with a new unassociated device added via the Pair button.
2． Reset to default setting via the Management Utility or the Pair Button.
1.1 Conventions
The powerline adapter or AV500 2-port Powerline Adapter mentioned in this guide stands for TL-PA4020 AV500
2-port Powerline Adapter without any explanation.
1.2 System Requirement
a) At least two power outlets (100–240V~) with standard household power wiring
b) A
computer with the following:
Operating System with TCP/IP installed
Pentium III compatible processor and above
Ethernet LAN card installed with TCP/IP protocol
64 MB RAM or more
50 MB of free disk space (Minimum)
1.3 Important Safety Instructions
1. Do not open this product or attempt to service it; it may expose you to dangerous high voltage or
other risks.
2. Do not operate this product near water.
3. Do not place or operate this product near a radiator or a heat register.
4. Do not expose this product to dampness, dust or corrosive liquids.
5. Do not connect this product or disconnect it from a wall socket during a lightning or a thunderstorm
6. Do not block the ventilation slots of this product, for insufficient airflow may harm it.
7. Do not put anything on this product.
8. Plug this product directly into a wall socket (100–240V~). Do not use an extension cord between this
product and the AC power source.
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AV500 2-port Powerline Adapter
9. When plugging this product into a wall socket, make sure that the electrical socket is not damaged,
and that there is no gas leakage.
10. Place the connecting cables properly so that people won’t stumble or walk on it.
11. This product should be operated from the type of power indicated on the marking label. If you are not
sure of the type of power available, consult the qualified technician.
12. Unplug this product from the mains and refer the product to qualified service personnel for the
following conditions:
If liquid has been spilled on the product
If the product has been exposed to rain or water
13. Unplug this product from the wall socket before cleaning. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. Do not use
liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners.
14. The specification of the fuse is T2.5AL250V. To avoid damage, please do not change the fuse.
15. The Operating temperature is 0℃~40℃ (32℉~104℉).
16. The Storage temperature is -40℃~70℃ (-40℉~158℉).
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AV500 2-port Powerline Adapter
Blinking every second: Pairing is in process.
Powerline network is in poor condition. We
t connected to any powerline
At least one Ethernet port is connected or no
Chapter 2 Connecting Mechanism
2.1 Introduction
The Powerline Adapter supports up to 500Mbps data rate. With this high speed connection rate, this
Powerline Adapter allows you to setup a high speed home network by using your home existing electrical
wiring. Simply plug this Powerline Adapter into an ordinary power outlet to extend your Cable/xDSL
broadband connection or existing LAN network to any other electrical outlet in any rooms of your house.
Note that powerline adapters work in pairs. One powerline adapter is connected to your Cable/xDSL
broadband to extend broadband connection and Internet surfing. The other powerline adapter is
connected to the computer for network access. With clean power line, the distance between two
powerline adapters can reach up to 300 meters, but the actual distance may vary due to the environment.
Section below describes the Powerline Adapter’s LED indicators, physical interface and hardware
connection mechanism.
2.2 LED Indicator
The LED indicator displays information about the device’s status.
Item Status Indication
On/Off The adapter is on or off.
Power LED
Powerline LED
Ethernet LED
Blinking
Yellow-green
Red
Off
On/Off
Blinking every 15 seconds: Power-Saving Mode is
on.
Powerline network is in good condition.
recommend trying another wall socket.
The adapter is no
network or is in power-saving mode.
Ethernet port is connected.
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