Brand | TP-Link |
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Item model number | TL-PA4010KIT |
Operating System | Windows 10/8.1/8/7/Vista/XP/2000, Mac, Linux |
Item Weight | 12 ounces |
Product Dimensions | 2 x 2.6 x 1.1 inches |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 2 x 2.6 x 1.1 inches |
Color | White |
Manufacturer | TP-LINK USA |
Language | English |
ASIN | B00AWRUICG |
Country of Origin | China |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | January 21, 2013 |
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TP-Link AV600 Powerline Ethernet Adapter - Plug&Play, Power Saving, Nano Powerline Adapter, Expand Home Network with Stable Connections (TL-PA4010 KIT)
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Brand | TP-Link |
Hardware Interface | USB |
Color | White |
Compatible Devices | Desktop |
Product Dimensions | 2"L x 1.1"W x 2.6"H |
Data Link Protocol | Ethernet |
Data Transfer Rate | 100 Megabits Per Second |
Item Weight | 0.75 Pounds |
About this item
- Fast speed: Wired connection with high speed data transfer rate, ideal for HD video or 3D video streaming and online gaming, up to 100Mbps
- Plug and Play: No new wires and no configuration required; Step 1: connect 1 adapter to your router. Step 2: plug in another Powerline adapter wherever you need wired internet service.
- Network expansion: The TL-PA4010 KIT transforms your home's existing electrical circuit into a high-speed network with no need for new wires or drilling and brings wired network to anywhere there is a power outlet(Up to 300 meters)
- Miniature design: Smaller than most Powerline adapters in the market, blends discreetly in front of any power outlet
- Power Saving Mode: TL-PA4010 KIT automatically switches from its "Working" mode to efficient "Power-Saving" mode when not in use, reducing energy consumption by up to 85%.
- Please note that powerline adapters must be deployed in sets of two or more
- Kindly Reminder: Powerline Adapters must be on the same electrical circuit for connectivity. Requires direct outlet plug in. Does not work with surge protectors. Appliances and devices running on the same circuit may affect powerline performance.
- Compatible with all TP-Link Powerline Ethernet Adapters AV2000, AV1300, AV1200, AV1000, AV600, AV500, AV200. Please purchase TL-WPA4220 or TL-WPA4220KIT if you need Wi-Fi
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1. The theoretical maximum channel data transfer rate is derived from HomePlug AV2 specifications. Actual data transfer rate will vary from network environment including: distance, network traffic, noise on electrical wires, building material and construction, quality of electrical installation and other adverse conditions. 2. The Power Saving feature takes effect when your appliances are disconnected or turned off. Actual power saving data will vary in different network conditions and environments. 3. Compatible with all HomePlug AV and AV2 Standard Powerline adapters. This product may not be compatible with routers or gateways with firmware that has been altered, is based on open source programs, or are non-standard or outdated. 4. Actual network speed may be limited by the rate of the product's Ethernet WAN or LAN port, the rate supported by the network cable, Internet service provider factors and other environmental conditions.
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Founded in 1996, TP-Link is a global provider of reliable networking devices and accessories, involved in all aspects of everyday life.
With a proven heritage of stability, performance, and value, TP-Link has curated a portfolio of products that meet the networking needs of all individuals.
Now, as the connected lifestyle continues to evolve, the company is expanding today to exceed the demands of tomorrow.
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Quickly Expand Your Home Network
Comes in a set of two adapters to quickly and easily expand your home’s Ethernet through your power outlets and into hard to reach areas using HomePlug AV technology.
To set up, plug one adapter into a nearby outlet and connect it to your router using the included Ethernet cable.
Then, take the second adapter and plug it in and connect it to any device, also using an Ethernet cable. Your powerline adapters should automatically detect and establish a strong AV600 connection.
Better Connectivity Across Your Home
· Expand your network with AV600* speeds without needing to drill holes or add wires.
· Give a wired device a secure and reliable Internet connection in any room.
· Compact design lets it fit in with home décor and sit on outlets without blocking wall outlets.
· Quality of Service protocols constantly monitors wireless transmission for a more efficient network.
. The terms 'AV600' and '600Mbps' are derived from applicable specifications and refer to the theoretical maximum physical-layer data transfer rate. Those terms are used on this product solely to indicate its compatibility with other 'AV600' or '600Mbps' PowerLine devices. Actual data speeds vary and are limited by the product’s Ethernet port and other network conditions such as data traffic, electrical noise, and wiring issues. If you are uncertain about your network conditions, you should consult an IT professional to assist in selecting a networking product.
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Ethernet PortConnect a wired device, such as a game console or smart TV, to a stable connection. |
Advanced SecurityPressing the Pair button enables greater network security and data protection with one-touch 128-bit AES encryption. |
Power Saving ModeEach adapter considerably reduces energy consumption when not in use. |
22+ Years of ExperienceOur world class R&D team, streamlined vertical manufacturing and strict quality control have enabled us to consistently create exceptional high-quality products for the last 22 years. |
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WiFi signal | 3.7 | 3.8 | 3.8 | 3.6 | 3.6 | 3.2 |
Tech Support | 3.6 | 3.6 | 3.7 | 3.5 | 2.8 | 3.0 |
For gaming | 3.5 | 3.4 | 3.1 | 3.2 | 3.0 | 2.7 |
Easy to install | 4.6 | — | — | 4.6 | — | 4.1 |
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data transfer rate | 100 megabits per second | 1000 megabits per second | 1000 megabits per second | 1000 megabits per second | — | 1200 megabits per second |
data link protocol | Ethernet | Ethernet | Ethernet | Ethernet | Ethernet | Ethernet |
hardware interface | usb | usb | ethernet | usb | ethernet | ethernet |
operating system | Windows 10/8.1/8/7/Vista/XP/2000, Mac, Linux | nintendo switch | — | nintendo wii | — | — |
weight | 0.75 pounds | 1 pounds | — | 0.6 pounds | — | — |
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Using advanced Home Plug AV technology, TL-PA4010 KIT provides users with stable, high-speed data transfer rates of up to 600Mbps on a line length of up to 300 meters. With speed of up to 600Mbps, TL-PA4010 KIT enables heavy-bandwidth applications like HD streaming, on-line gaming and large file downloading, turning your home into a robust and high-speed networking.
The terms “AV600” and “600Mbps” are derived from applicable specifications and refer to the theoretical maximum physical-layer data transfer rate. Those terms are used on this product solely to indicate its compatibility with other “AV600” or “600Mbps” powerline devices. Actual data speeds vary and may be limited by the product’s Ethernet port and other network conditions such as data traffic, electrical noise, and wiring issues. For better performance, powerline devices should be deployed on the same electrical circuit and rated for the same HomePlug standard. A minimum of two powerline devices are required to establish a powerline connection. If you are uncertain about your network conditions, you should consult an IT professional to assist in selecting a networking product.
About power saving, actual power saved varies based on network conditions and environmental factors.
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Customers like the performance, ease of installation, and value of the network interface controller adapter. They mention that it works well, is easy to set up, and is economical in terms of price. Customers are also satisfied with streaming, and cables. However, some customers are mixed on speed, connectivity, and quality.
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Customers like the performance of the adapters. They mention that when they are functioning, they work well, the results were pretty amazing, and for this price, they'd say it's a steal. They also mention that the adapter works wonderfully in their home and that it reliably works.
"...the Netgear adapters worked wonderfully in my home...." Read more
"...Ever since then I've had 0 issues with them for 5+ months now and amazing, uninhibited speed." Read more
"...to my delight, they are all on the same electrical circuit and it worked perfectly!..." Read more
"...Anyway, these powerline adapters do work and are a good alternative to direct network cable or Wi-Fi, however, depending on circumstances, they may..." Read more
Customers find the installation of the network interface controller adapter to be easy. They mention that the internet connection and setup was simple, and it was easy to connect everything and get it up and running. They also mention that there is no software necessary to make these work, and that the app is optional.
"...Just like the Netgear adapters, these are essentially Plug & Play. There were literally no problems connecting these in my house...." Read more
"...unpleasant as some people did, it does the job and it has a simple and clear interface. Why the hate (besides what I just outlined lol)?..." Read more
"...I'm changing my rating to 4 stars for ease of installation and convenient network configuration...." Read more
"...I was amazed by how fast and easy the setup was for this kit. Literally done in 30 seconds!..." Read more
Customers like the value of the adapter. They mention that it is very economical in terms of price, inexpensive tools for extending your LAN, and worth it for the casual computer user. Some say that it works great and saves them a ton of time and money.
"...1. The price is a LOT cheaper.2. TP-Link has a TWO YEAR WARRANTY vs the Netgear's ONE YEAR WARRANTY...." Read more
"...Anyways, this works great and saved me a ton of time and money... and I now have internet access throughout the entire house thanks to both routers..." Read more
"...Powerline technology AND acts as a wireless repeater, but it is more expensive and the wireless speed is not as fast as the cable speed you will get..." Read more
"...The powerline adapters reviewed are inexpensive enough that I can have half dozen of them for much less than what a new good wireless router cost,..." Read more
Customers like the streaming capabilities of the network interface controller adapter. They mention that it provides an instant connection and fantastic streaming to their TV. Customers are satisfied enough for streaming without buffering, and they can stream an entire movie without interruptions. They say that the devices improve streaming and internet, and that it streams full HD just fine.
"...150 Mps speed I pay for with my ISP, but it is satisfying enough for streaming without buffering...." Read more
"...simple and it does exactly what I wanted, which is to reliably stream HD video to the smart TV...." Read more
"...Streams full HD just fine, and both of us playing Dragon Age poses no problems...." Read more
"...BOTH the wired and wireless devices increased since data was being moved much more efficiently and with reduced resource contention...." Read more
Customers like the cables of the network interface controller adapter. They mention that it is easy to set up and comes with two 5 foot ethernet cables. Customers also appreciate the fact that there are no wires to fish through their walls or any other advanced setup. Overall, customers are happy with the cables and recommend them to others.
"...Anyway, these powerline adapters do work and are a good alternative to direct network cable or Wi-Fi, however, depending on circumstances, they may..." Read more
"...I recommend these power-line adapters! They get rid of a lot of Ethernet cable & easily transferable to outlets!..." Read more
"They work great. No need to run extra fiber wires through my home...." Read more
"...Considering there are no wires to fish through your walls or any other advanced setup, I would highly recommend this product to anyone looking to..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the connectivity of the network interface controller adapter. Some mention that they have a more reliable connection, while keeping or increasing the speed, while others say that the connection quality was really bad. Some say that it works fine, while other times the TV would seem to lose connection.
"...The devices use encryption to secure communications, but until you pair them, they are using the same default encryption key as *every* other device...." Read more
"...Because of that, my WiFi started to become degraded because every single one of those new devices was connecting to my network over WiFi...." Read more
"...and you should still have a very low and more stable ping (compared to ANY Wi-Fi adapter) which is important if you play ANY multiplayer game on..." Read more
"...It had some connection issues on the first day, but only to the internet and not to my home network. After a week, that's been the only one...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the speed of the network interface controller adapter. Some mention that the speed is very reasonable, the improved latency and zero stutter makes it worth the pain in the a*, and the devices are able to communicate with each other faster. Videos and online games all run smoothly, and streaming video had no freezes. However, some customers say that the speeds can be slow, depending on your media server to a PC, Netflix would stomp, and in spite of their poor performance they should be fine for general web.
"...I was amazed by how fast and easy the setup was for this kit. Literally done in 30 seconds!..." Read more
"...and I was doing transfers from my media server to a PC, Netflix would stutter and my WiFi throughput would literally crawl slower than a snail on a..." Read more
"...of AC wiring in your house is good - you will get great results, with fast, stable download/upload speed...." Read more
"...I haven't done any tests but the speed is very reasonable...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the network interface controller adapter. Some mention that it's a great reliable product, while others say that it has a couple of problems with the Powerline Utility and is too unreliable.
"...since then, Powerline has jumped leaps and bounds since and is much more reliable & faster...." Read more
"...I was extremely happy with this result, but found that it varied with subsequent tests...." Read more
"...I must concede that powerline adapters are very reliable and dependant on the electrical lines to which they're connected...." Read more
"...I did have a couple problems with the Powerline Utility. The disk TP-LINK provides doesn't have a version that's compatible with Windows 8.1...." Read more
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For the average home user, the only way to get networking from point A to your house to point B is either wired with cabling or use WiFi & bridging if the WiFi didn't extend far enough. When Powerline technology came out it added convenience of using existing power cabling but still was a little flaky and troublesome. But since then, Powerline has jumped leaps and bounds since and is much more reliable & faster.
When it came time to buy originally back in July 2012, I put a lot of research into looking into the latest powerline solution for my home. I wanted something with high performance and the current version of "high performance Powerline devices" allows 500Mbps transfer rate. Even still, I was having trouble selecting which manufacturer to go with (Belkin, Cisco, Netgear, etc). After my homework (and despite Netgear's horrible sales support), I ended up with the NETGEAR Powerline 500Mbps Nano Adapter - Starter Kit (XAVB5101) .
Despite the insane price point (currently $87.99 on Amazon - 12/13/2013; I bought these for $108 back in July 2012), the Netgear adapters worked wonderfully in my home. I was able to maintain faster throughput from device to device while on wired Ethernet while not saturating my WiFi network. However, over the course of a year and a half, the number of devices I had in my house grew considerably (especially over WiFi).
In the past year, I added a few cell phones, a laptop, a tablet, a Roku 3, a Western Digital TV Live, 2 Chromecasts, and a new Smart TV. Because of that, my WiFi started to become degraded because every single one of those new devices was connecting to my network over WiFi. When multiple devices would start streaming things like Netflix and I was doing transfers from my media server to a PC, Netflix would stutter and my WiFi throughput would literally crawl slower than a snail on a salt bed. That's when I realized I needed to invest in more Powerline Adapters for certain rooms to speed up transfers as well as help reduce the load of my WiFi network.
But you see, despite being pleased with my Netgear adapters, I didn't want to spend another $100. A friend of mine (who I told the Netgear adapters about) bought another brand of Powerline AV 500Mbit adapters from a company called TP-Link to save money. He said they worked pretty good. After finding out that they were $35 on Amazon, I immediately pulled the trigger. I mean after all, I had a word of mouth approval from a friend and you can't argue saving over $50 vs another set of my Netgear adapters... the result? Absolutely no difference in speeds.
Just like the Netgear adapters, these are essentially Plug & Play. There were literally no problems connecting these in my house. I went to the living room where I needed wired connectivity and plugged these up to the wall. The TP-Link adapter immediately recognized my existing Netgear Powerline adapters and the 2nd LED (Powerline LED indicator) immediately lit up. I plugged in my small 10/100 switch to it and then my Roku & TV up to it and the 3rd LED (Ethernet indicator) lit up and the devices could not only talk to other devices on my LAN, but they had Internet access as well. I personally noticed NO DIFFERENCE in throughput speeds both within the LAN and the Internet.
The *ONLY* difference between the TP-Link set and the Netgear is the that the TP-Link doesn't tell you the "current speed" of that adapter's Powerline network. The Netgear has multicolored LEDs that indicate the speed of your Powerline network. While this normally won't matter to a lot of people, it will tell you whether you are having degraded performance within your home's electrical wiring. It also aids in troubleshooting as well. But it's not a show stopper...
Personally, I would recommend this product over the Netgear adapters I have.
1. The price is a LOT cheaper.
2. TP-Link has a TWO YEAR WARRANTY vs the Netgear's ONE YEAR WARRANTY. If you're really concerned on whether you're buying "a crap product", rest assured that this works just as good as the bigger name brands and you have an extra year of product care!
Highly recommended.
First, my setup. I have a NAS from where I stream all of my media (mostly to my Minix NEO X8H Plus using Kodi / XBMC) using the wifi served by router A. Only my TV box and laptop are connected to the wifi served by router A (everyone else's devices use another wifi network served by router B) but nevertheless it kept losing a lot of its link speed when everyone was home, mostly in the evenings, when a lot of streaming occurs (my devices from the NAS, everyone else I assume netflix or just browsing. Only my devices have access to the NAS). This resulted in buffering occurring sometimes which was very annoying, particularly because I knew the wifi local network could stream my files without problems, as it did most of the times. I tweaked the channels the wifi network on router A used (made sure they weren't the same as router B's, etc.), also made sure the laptop wasn't connected to the wifi from router A when I was streaming from it just to make sure, but the buffering still occurred. I needed a permanent solution.
I didn't even know what powerline adapters were a week before buying these, but I read about someone's setup using them to stream from a NAS on a forum somewhere and immediately started looking up what this devices were about. I'm glad I did, and particularly glad that I went with these TPLink ones. TPLink has quickly become my go to brand for any home-related networking and for good reason: they perform very well.
THE GOOD
Pairing both units is as easy as the quick installation guide says (I used the pair button method). Once it's done and you locate your devices where you need them (unit 1 connected directly to the power outlet closest to the router, unit 2 to the power outlet where closest to my android TV box) it's like you're connected directly to your router using an ethernet cable! Some buyers have reported that their units kept disconnecting every week or so and luckily that's not something I have experienced at all!
Using the software utility I see that the link speed between both powerline units (please note that this is different from the link speed between devices in your local network) is anywhere from 196Mbps to 211Mbps which, theoretically, is enough to carry the 100Mbps output that can be sent through this units ethernet port (it is not a gigabit port). This also means that it probably makes a big difference to buy the AV500 version over the AV200 one. I have the AV500, I'm just guessing but this probably means that it lost more than half of the supposed 500Mbps connection speed on my house's wiring alone. I don't know if this means that you will get less than 100mbps connection speed between both units using the AV200 version but if you're a first time powerline adapter buyer (like I was) maybe it makes sense to throw a couple of bucks more to make sure that your experience is at least optimal.
My apartment is relatively new (around 16 years, we are first tenants). I don't know how long the wiring is between one outlet and the other but actual distance between the two must be around 25 feet (they are in different rooms, there is a room between one and the other). The wired distance must be longer since has to go through the walls and I believe it has to go through the power switch before reaching one another.
THE BAD
*I don't know if using high voltage household appliances has an effect on the performance of powerline networks but so far that seems to be the case in my house. I had some video buffering happening while ironing some clothes. It was very unusual and it has not happened again but I will update this review if I can figure out exactly what may have caused it. Maybe someone can offer a more technical explanation?
*The power saving feature seems to work great but unit 1 seems to never go into power saving mode. I guess it makes sense because the router is always powered on but I kind of assumed both units slept after not being used for a while.
*There isn't a version of the software utility for Linux. I installed it via WINE but it didn't run, there may be a way tweaking it and doing-who-knows-what but I'm too old for that now, I just booted up windows and installed it there. They should work some kind of web interface for this utility. A desktop application for a networking device? What year is this?
*It would've been useful if the software utility could tell you which pairing method was used on the units, given the fact that if you just plug both units to the power outlet they get paired, once you use the pairing button method (which is allegedly more secure) you don't know if the pairing worked via the pairing button or it just fallbacked into the regular "just plug it in" pairing. I ended up establishing my own network name between both units manually using the utility because of this. According to tplink support this is what the pairing button method does, only that it generates a random network name for both units to use.
*The powerline utility doesn't work unless you connect your computer directly to the powerline unit via the ethernet port. That was very disappointing since my laptop doesn't have one but I guess it makes sense technically. Still it would've been nice if there could be some kind of web interface that could be used if both devices were on the same network (maybe TPLink could integrate one in their routers?). This was the most disappointing of all but once you setup both units to your liking you really shouldn't need to use the software utility. You may not need the software utility at all. I did not find the software utility as unpleasant as some people did, it does the job and it has a simple and clear interface. Why the hate (besides what I just outlined lol)?
TECHNICAL SUPPORT
While the technical support representatives were relatively prompt to respond to my queries (they took at least 12 hours to answer) and very informative once they did, the technical support website JUST SUCKS. Seriously, there is something seriously wrong with the way it handles its cache. Sometimes I got an email about my ticket being answered and when I opened the link via the email it still showed the website as it was in my last visit, as if no response had been posted, I had to manually refresh it even though I had just opened the darn website! It's crazy and very confusing. I didn't try phone call support which is the one you may need to use if you need urgent help, I just needed clarification on some technical aspects of the units.
CONCLUSION
Someone more picky (or prickly) could very well have take one star off from the review judging by the negative points I listed but they all amount to minor matters in my book. Only one of those could become an ongoing worry (video buffering while high voltage appliances are being used) and the review will be updated accordingly depending if the issue occurs again, even though that may have to do more with the powerline adapter standard than the units themselves. The remaining issues have little to do with the performance of the units once they're set up. Luckily, the units perform very well for what I wanted them and that is more than enough for me.
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Pros:
+ Fácil de instalar. Sólo conectas los aparatos en ambos extremos del circuito eléctrico y ellos hacen el resto.
+ Unidades compactas
+ Te dan salida de datos haciendo uso de tu red eléctrica en casa.
+ LEDs que facilitan revisar si hay conexión o no.
+ Incluye 2 cables de Ethernet en la caja.
+ Tienen buen aspecto.
Contras:
+ Como es de esperarse, la línea eléctrica no está diseñada para transferencia de datos así que existen varios detalles a considerar, entre ellos:
++ Pérdida de paquetes (TCP/IP). Hice unas cuantas pruebas y perdí al rededor de 3 de cada 10 paquetes la mayoría de las veces.
++ El ancho de banda que alcanzarás dependerá mucho de la conexión y calidad del circuito eléctrico de tu casa, pero en general no esperes alcanzar velocidades mayores de un 80% de tu velocidad actual de internet (probé la velocidad de bajada principalmente).
++ Este producto NO es un remplazo a usar cableado de datos, es simplemente una alternativa que en mi opinión debe usarse cuando instalar cableado es muy complicado ya que al agregar más puntos de conexión entre tu Consola de Video Juegos, Laptop, etc. y tu modem/router, hay más puntos de falla y por ende la conexión a internet es mucho menos confiable.
Nota: es muy importante para que estos aparatos funcionen que los enchufes/contactos se encuentren en un mismo circuito eléctrico ya que si los conectas en circuitos separados no los harás funcionar. Para esto es importante que te asegures que los enchufes/contactos donde planeas conectar estos aparatos realmente se encuentren en un mismo circuito. Muchas casas y edificios suelen tener más de un circuito eléctrico dentro de la casa/edificio, esto para evitar sobrecargas; es probable que si en tu centro de carga tienes muchas pastillas, los contactos de la casa o edificio puedan estar divididos en circuitos separados, ejemplo: contactos de piso planta alta y contactos planta baja, etc...