TP-Link TL-WPA7517 KIT Quick Installation Guide

Ethernet Cable

Powerline

Quick Installation Guide

WAN LAN

SSID:TP-LINK_XXXX

SSID:TP-LINK_XXXX_5G

Wireless Password:XXXXXXXX

* TL-WPA7517 KIT (European version) is used for demonstration in this guide.

* Images may dier from actual products.

Extender

TL-WPA7517

Plug the extender into a power outlet on the same electrical circuit.

2

Wait until the extender’s Powerline LED turns on.

Note: If the LED is o, please refer to FAQ > Q2.

3

Connect your devices to the internet using the default SSID (network
name) and password on the label at the top of the extender.

Plug and Play

Router

Adapter

TL-PA7017

1

On

Plug the adapter into a power outlet
and connect it to the router’s LAN
port via an Ethernet cable.

SSID:TP-Link_XXXX
SSID:TP-Link_XXXX_5G
Wireless Password:XXXXXXXX

Tip:

Want to unify or personalize your network? See the back
page for instructions.

Attention

1. Use the product only in the upright direction.

2. Plug powerline devices into wall outlets instead of power strips.

Note: Using power strip will aect network performance or even cause connection drops.

Wall Outlet Power Strip

©2020 TP-Link 7106508838

Unify Your Wi-Fi Networks via WPS

WPS

Copy SSID and password from your router via WPS to create one unied Wi-Fi network throughout your home.

Note: If your router doesn’t have a WPS button, manually change the extender’s Wi-Fi settings via the tpPLC app, tpPLC Utility, or web interface.

1

Plug in the extender in the same room as your router. Wait
until the extender’s Wi-Fi LED turns on.

2

Press your router’s WPS button. Within 2 minutes, press the

extender’s Wi-Fi button for 1 second. The extender’s Wi-Fi

LED starts blinking. When it stays on, Wi-Fi settings are

copied.

Note: If Wi-Fi settings are not copied within 2 minutes, manually change the

extender’s Wi-Fi settings.

3

Relocate the extender and enjoy the internet using your

router’s SSID and password.

Within 2 minutes

WPS/

Wireless Router

Blinking

On

Extender

Physical Appearance

Ethernet Port

Pair/Reset Button

Power LED

Powerline LED

Ethernet LED

Wi-Fi

LED

Power

Ethernet Port

STATUS

On

Blinking

O

Pair/Reset Button

DESCRIPTION

The powerline adapter/extender is on.
Quickly: Pairing is in process.

Slowly: Power-Saving Mode is on.* (TL-PA7017 Only)

The powerline adapter/extender is o.

Power LED

Powerline LED

Ethernet LED

Wi-Fi LED

LED Button

Wi-Fi Button

Create a Secure Powerline Network by Pairing

Note: You can only pair two devices at a time. We recommend that you plug in the powerline devices near each other when pairing.

1

Press the Pair button on the adapter 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 extender’s Pair button for 1

2

second. Its Power LED should start blinking.

3

When the extender’s Powerline LED turns on, a powerline

network has been successfully created.

Blinking

Within 2 minutes

Adapter

TL-PA7017

Blinking

On

Extender

TL-WPA7517

Sync Wi-Fi Settings to More Extenders

If you have more extenders, simply plug in and pair each one with the existing adapter to join the network. Then the Wi-Fi settings will automatically sync

from the existing extender to the new ones.

Personalize Your Network

tpPLC App

For easy management via your smartphone or tablet, download the app from the
App Store or Google Play, or simply scan the QR code.

tpPLC AppScan to download

tpPLC Utility

For easy management via your computer, download the utility on the product’s

REV1.0.0

Support page at https://www.tp-link.com/support/download/.

Note: For detailed instructions, refer to the utility manual on the product’s Support page.

Web Interface

To access all settings, connect to an extender wirelessly and visit

http://tplinkplc.net.

Note: For detailed instructions, refer to the product manual on the product’s Support page.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. How do I reset my adapter and extender to factory default settings?

A. Press and hold the Pair button for at least 6 seconds. Release the button and all LEDs turn o. When the

LEDs turn back on, the reset process is complete.

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 adapters and extenders 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.
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 extender does not reconnect after it is

relocated?

A1. Make sure all powerline adapters and extenders are on the same electrical circuit.

A2. Try to pair the extender again, and make sure the Powerline LED is on.
A3. Check for possible interference due to a washing machine, air conditioner or other household appliances

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.

Powerline

Ethernet

Wi-Fi

* If the device connected to TL-PA7017 is turned o or inactive for more than 5 minutes, TL-PA7017 will

automatically switch to Power-Saving Mode.

On

O

On/O

On

Blinking

O

The powerline adapter/extender is connected to a powerline network.

The powerline adapter/extender is not connected to any powerline
network.

The Ethernet port is connected or not connected.

The wireless function is enabled.

The powerline extender is syncing wireless network settings.

The wireless function is disabled.

DESCRIPTIONITEM

Press and hold for 1 second to set up or join a secure powerline network.

Pair/Reset Button

Wi-Fi Button

LED Button

For technical support, replacement services, user guides, and other information,
please visit https://www.tp-link.com/support, or simply scan the QR code.

To communicate with TP-Link users or engineers, please join the TP-Link

Community at https://community.tp-link.com.

If you have any suggestions or needs for our product guides, you are welcome to

email [e-mail].

TP-Link hereby declares that the device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other

relevant provisions of directives 2014/53/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/ce.

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.

Do not use the device where wireless devices are not allowed.
The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.
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.

Press and hold the Pair button for at least 6 seconds, then release the button to reset the

adapter/extender to default settings.

Press for 1 second to start copying Wi-Fi settings from the router.

Press and hold for about 5 seconds to turn Wi-Fi on or o.

Press to turn on or o the LEDs.