TP-Link TL-WPA4220KIT, TL-WPA4220NET, TL-WPA4220 Quick Installation Guide
Powerline
Quick Installation Guide
WPS
WAN LAN
Wi-Fi Powerline Extender
Applicable to TL-WPA4220 and its multiple-pack kits
(This QIG uses the powerline adapter TL-PA4010 as an example to work with TL-WPA4220.)
7106504934 REV4.0.2
Plug and Play
Set Up a New Wireless Network
TL-WPA4220
More: To add additional Wi-Fi powerline
device (TL-WPA4220 or others), use the
same setup procedure as the TL-WPA4220.
Wait until the powerline
LED turns on.
TL-PA4010
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3
Enjoy!
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Select Wi-Fi Name (SSID): TP-LINK_XXXXXX
Enter Wi-Fi Password: XXXXXXXX
Customized Wireless Network Name:
Customized Wireless Password:
Default Wireless Settings
Wi-Fi Name(SSID): TP-LINK_XXXXXX
Wi-Fi Password: XXXXXXXX
Model No. TL-WPA4220
Wi-Fi Information Card included in the package
Unify Your Wireless Network via Wi-Fi Clone (Optional)
Set your extender(s) settings to your router’s wireless network name and
password.
1 Plug in your extender next to your router
(with WPS enabled).
3 Press the Wi-Fi Clone button.
Router
1
2 Press the WPS button.
Will blink slowly for
a few seconds
WPSWAN LAN
Note: If Wi-Fi Clone succeeds, relocate the extender to your chosen position. If it fails, use “Customize the
Extender’s Wireless Settings” on the back instead.
4 Done. The extender's wireless
network name and password will
now be the same as your router’s.
Set Up a Secure Powerline Network Using the Pair Button (Optional)
Pairing is used to create a secure powerline network and add additional devices to this secure network.
By pairing one additional device at a time, the powerline network can allow up to 16 powerline devices.
To create a secure powerline network:
1 2 3
Press the Pair button
on the adapter.
Blinking
on the extender.
Blinking
Customize the Extender’s Wireless
Done.
On
To join an existing secure powerline network:
1
Press the Pair button of any powerline device in the existing powerline network.Press the Pair button
Existing Powerline Network
LED and Button Legend
Blinking
2 3
Press the Pair button
Done.
on the new extender.
Blinking
On
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
Settings (Optional)
Connect to the extender wirelessly following the instructions on the front
1
page or via an Ethernet cable.
Go to the www.tp-link.com/support/download page.
2
Click “TL-WPA4220KIT” in the Powerline section, and download the utility
appropriate for your computer.
Start the utility and choose the model to be congured and click ‘Connect’.
3
PLC Device Scan
Wireless powerline devices in your local network
Description | Mode NO. | IP Address | Mac Address | Connect
11N Powerline AP 172.27.35.217 E8:94:F6:30:73:67
Rescan
Log in with your user name and password (admin/admin by default).
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TL-WPA4220
adminUser Name
Password
admin
Login
Connect
Ethernet
Port
Power
Powerline
Ethernet
Wi-Fi
BUTTON
Wi-Fi/Wi-Fi Clone
Pair
Reset
Power LED
Powerline LED
Ethernet LED
Power LED
Powerline LED
Ethernet LED
Pair Button
Reset
Pair
Button
Button
On/O
Blinking
On
O
Blinking
On/O
Blinking
Blinking
O
Press and hold the button for 1 second to start Wi-Fi cloning.
Press and hold the button for 5 seconds to turn the wireless function on or o.
Press and hold the button for 1 second to start the pairing process.
Press and hold the button for 5 seconds to restore the extender’s settings to factory
defaults.
The device is on or o.
Blinking every second: Pairing is in process.
Blinking every 15 seconds (Powerline Adapter only): Power-Saving Mode is on.
The device is connected to one or more powerline devices.
The device is not connected to any powerline devices 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).
Blinking rapidly: The extender’s Wi-Fi is working properly.
Blinking every second: Wi-Fi Cloning is in process.
The Wi-Fi is disabled.
Ethernet
Ports
ExtenderAdapter
DESCRIPTIONLED STATUS
DESCRIPTION
Wi-Fi LED
Wi-Fi/Wi-Fi Clone Button
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 quickly, the reset process is complete.
Q2. What can I do if I don't have an Internet connection after I’ve
completed the setup?
A1. Make sure the modem or router has an Internet connection. Connect a computer directly to the modem or router to
check.
A2. Make sure the hardware connection is correct.
A3. Make sure the Powerline LEDs light up on all your extenders/adapters. If they do not, pair your extenders/adapters
again.
A4. Make sure your computer’s IP address is in the same segment as your router’s.
A5. Make sure all extenders/adapters are on the same electrical circuit.
Q3. What can I do if a successfully-paired extender does not work after it
has been moved to a new location?
A1. Make sure all devices are on the same electrical circuit.
A2. Try to pair them again according to “Set Up a Secure Powerline Network Using the Pair Button”.
A3. If they still don’t work, check for possible interference, such as washers, air conditioners or other household appliances
that may be too close to one of the extenders/adapters.
Attention
For non-passthrough powerline device
Power Strip
For passthrough powerline device
Wall Outlet
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Go to "Wireless > Wireless Settings" and set the SSID.
Go to "Wireless > Wireless Security" and set the wireless password.
Go to "System Tools > Reboot" to restart the extender.
http://www.tp-link.com/en/support/faq
Scan the QR code to access the Technical Support page.
Power Strip
Wall Outlet
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