Quick Installation Guide
* TL-PA7017 KIT (European version) is used for demonstration in this guide.
* Images may dier from your actual product.
TL-PA7017
Same Electrical Circuit
Adapter
3
Same Electrical Circuit
Wait until the Powerline LED turns on.
Note: If the LED is o, please refer to FAQ-Q2.
More: To add additional Powerline
adapters and extenders with the default
settings, simply plug them into the wall
sockets on the same electrical circuit.
Router
WAN LAN
Adapter
TL-PA7017
1
2
4
Attention
Plug powerline devices into wall outlets instead of power strips.
Wall Outlet Power Strip
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.
Physical Appearance
To create a secure powerline network:
Press the Pair button on any of the powerline devices
1
for 1 second. Its Power LED should start blinking.
Note: If the Power LED does not blink, press the Pair button again.
(Within 2 minutes) Press the Pair button on another
2
device for 1 second. Its Power LED should start
blinking.
When the Powerline LED lights up, a powerline
3
network has been successfully created.
To join an existing secure powerline network:
Press the Pair button on any of the existing powerline
1
devices for 1 second. Its Power LED starts blinking.
Note: If the Power LED does not blink, press the Pair button again.
Within 2 minutes, press the Pair button on the new
2
powerline adapter for 1 second. Its Power LED
starts blinking.
When the Powerline LED turns on, it's done.
3
Existing
Powerline Device
Blinking
Blinking
Within 2 minutes
Within 2 minutes
6
New
Powerline Device
Power LED
Powerline LED
6
Blinking
On
Ethernet Port
Ethernet LED
Pair Button
DESCRIPTIONLED STATU S
The powerline adapter is on or o.
Pairing is in process.
Power-Saving Mode is on.*
The powerline adapter is successfully connected to a
powerline network.
The powerline adapter is not connected to any powerline
network.
The Ethernet port is connected or disconnected.
Blinking
On
Power
Powerline
Ethernet
* 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.
On/O
Blinking quickly
Blinking slowly
On
O
On/O
DESCRIPTIONBUTTON
Pair Button
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
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.
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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 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.
Easy Management
Using tpPLC utility for advanced conguration:
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 conguration.
For technical support, the user guide and other information, please
visit https://www.tp-link.com/support, or simply scan the QR code.
TP-Link hereby declares that this 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 https://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 damaged charger or USB cable to charge the device.
· 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.