In this video we look at how you return the TP-Link TL-WPA4226 Powerline extender back to factory defaults. As the TL-WPA4226 Power Line extender is a secondary element need to create a Powerline network. In order to extend and then establish a network connection you will also need a TP-Link (TL-PA4010) Powerline adapter.
Note: Typically you would perform a factory reset. If you are having problems with linking your extender to its adapter, or if you want to reconfigure your Powerline setup from scratch. Unfortunately, there could be other issues that can effect the linking of a Powerline extender that you need to be aware of. These could include:
- Electrical Circuit Compatibility: The devices are not on the same electrical circuit, or the electrical layout does not support the technology.
- Signal Interference: There is significant electrical noise or interference from other household appliances that corrupt the data signals running through an electrical circuit .
- Distance and Obstructions: The electrical wiring is too long or the quality of the wiring is poor, which can attenuate the signal strength.
- Circuit Breakers and Surge Protectors: Circuit breakers, surge protectors, or power strips are used, as they can filter out or attenuate the signals sent by powerline adapters.
- Outdated or Incompatible Equipment: If a Powerline extender is outdated or incompatible with another extender or the overall network environment.
- Firmware Issues: The devices have not been updated with the latest firmware, leading to performance issues or incompatibility.
- Faulty Hardware: One or more of the Powerline adapters themselves are defective or malfunctioning.
