TP-Link AV1000 Powerline Ethernet Adapter KIT - Gigabit Port, Plug Pair &Play, Ethernet Over Power, Nano Size, Power Saving Mode, Network Adapter, Free Expert Help (TL-PA7017 KIT)

I have a garage with power about 100' from my house. I built a barn about 100' from this garage and ran a cat 6E cable between the two. On the barn I have a solar array that can connect to the internet. My problem was getting the internet to the garage. I installed an outlet in the line to the garage in my house near my router. I then plugged this power line adapter into that outlet and ran an ethernet cable from my network switch to the power line adapter. I then plugged the other end of the powerline adapter into an outlet in the garage and ran an ethernet cable from the power line adapter to the ethernet cable that goes to my barn, connecting them with an RJ45 coupler. Works like a charm. The connectivity is great and I put an Eero in the barn and internet is great. The value is wonderful as the alternative is to dig a trench and bury an ethernet cable. The ease of installation was a breeze - although I have been using power line adapters for over 10 years - always TP-Link.

Works perfectly to connect my solar inverter to my network where no ethernet plug can be installed. People here have a misconception about electric circuit, most think that this powerline adapter can only work on the same circuit as the breaker but... it is wrong, as it is the neutral wire being used to transmit data, so the circuit mentioned in the user manual means being on the same electrical panel circuit. For instance, my solar inverter adapter is connected to a plug on breaker 22 and the other adapter is connected to a plug on breaker 12 all in the same electrical panel with all neutrals in the same place. I already use another powerline adapter kit for cameras plugged into other plugs in opposite sides of the basement. Super easy setup in seconds.

The TP-Link AV1000 Powerline Ethernet Adapter KIT (TL-PA7017 KIT) is a solid option for extending wired internet without running long cables. I like the plug-and-play setup—you just connect one adapter to your router and the other to your device, and you’re online in seconds. The gigabit port gives fast speeds, perfect for streaming, gaming, or even powering network gear in places where WiFi isn’t stable. That said, the big catch is that it only works if both adapters are on the same electrical circuit. If they’re on separate breakers or panels, they won’t communicate. This limitation means it may not work in all homes or larger setups. ✅ Pros: Easy setup—plug, pair, and play Gigabit port for fast wired speeds Compact, unobtrusive design Energy-saving mode helps cut power use when idle ❌ Cons: Must be on the same electrical circuit to work Performance can vary depending on wiring quality Doesn’t replace running a dedicated Ethernet line in tricky cases 💡 Tips: Before buying multiple sets, test in your home to make sure the outlets are on the same circuit. Avoid plugging into power strips or surge protectors—plug directly into the wall for best performance. If you need coverage across multiple circuits, consider a mesh WiFi system instead. Bottom Line: If your outlets are on the same circuit, this kit delivers fast and stable Ethernet without the hassle of long cables. Just be mindful of the electrical wiring limitations.

Works perfectly and connected immediately with no problem. Network speed is only around 2 Mb/s but good for my use.

We bought this on October 2 to be prepared for when we moved into our new house. We finally got it setup and the speed topped out at 30mbps. When I say topped out, I mean almost every connection was slower than that substantially and even the fastest speed were could get was 30mbps. Even the closest sockets with nothing in between produced dire results. I wish we had tested it sooner but we’re now past the 30 day return window and can’t do anything other than throw it away and call it a loss. It’s disappointing as I had hopes for this. Instead, we are going with a mesh WiFi system. The saddest part is there are no other networks around where we are as we are remote so is not like there could be other internet signals interfering. We also don’t have a lot of electronics setup yet. Disappointed and out money for nothing.

Oh my gosh, this worked so well for me! I tried two different Wi-Fi extenders with no success. A friend suggested I try an ethernet adapter. After months and months of screaming frustration with my Wi-Fi not connecting and dropping, I can finally watch my 55 inch TV! (It was so bad that I was watching a tiny TV on a TV stand in front of my big one). I'm a single woman, and this was very simple for me to hook up. I am overjoyed that I no longer feel like smashing my TV! This thing is amazing. I suggest anyone who's having Wi-Fi issues, try this!

Keep in mind that any powerline adapter is ETHERNET ONLY. You cannot use a powerline adapter to extend your wifi or mesh. This is really good for somebody who really really needs a wired Ethernet connection but is too far from the router and doesn’t want to run a 100 plus foot cable onto the wall/floor and around things with a possible signal loss due to cable length. Disclaimer: Our ISP is coaxial only. We can’t get fiber at our house and cable is the next best option. My review is based on that type of connection. Here’s how it worked for me: I also ordered a couple of cat8 Ethernet cables (overkill maybe but I want the best speed and latency possible at any given time no compromises and the cat8’s were about 5 bucks each so why not go all in?) and this system. They also came with their own Ethernet cables I had no idea they would but the stock ones I’m not using. I was surprised to find that it actually worked on its own without any paring needed. At first I had the router end plugged into the far corner of the living room on its own outlet but that one was too far and the speed was pretty low. I moved it to a busier outlet that was a bit closer to my room from the living room and still managed to get it plugged in on its own and the speed jumped right back up. The other end goes to my console, and while my in-game performance was doing pretty well over wifi, there would be occasional spikes. This seems to have eliminated that but at first when i had it on the far outlet the latency seemed much much worse than wifi. In game latency at first setup jumped from 32 (over wifi) to over 70-80 with this system but then after a few days it came back down. I also do remote play sometimes so this helps a little on the sending end with stability. The consoles NATIVE speed test now shows around 28-36ms ping (I was getting that over wifi too) and about 40 or so in game. Interesting enough my in-game used to stay around 30 or so but those spikes seem to be gone so the extra 8-10 loss in my game doesn’t feel too big for the better stability that I now have. I thought this might just be a server issue but I use the same server as I did before and it’s just a little higher not noticeably. Keep in mind you HAVE to plug both adapters directly into an outlet no matter what for these to be effective. Absolutely no surge protectors or extension cords or none of that. Overall this works good for me, it fixed most of what I needed it to, and provides a wired Ethernet connection without being close to the router as I’m unable to anyway. Speeds remain the same as before though no change.

I should have known when it was listed as a “frequently returned item”. This was definitely a previously returned item. First clue was it arrived in the wrong box. Second clue was it rattled around in oversized box with no obvious packing materials. Third clue was the item had been written on with a sharpie marker. There was more, but at this point, does it matter. I tested the item anyway and it connected to my existing TP-Link EOP network without difficulty. Max speed achieved was 57Mbps. I expected that it would be slower than max speed listed since my other adapter were at similar speeds. I bought this item to connect a Mac Mini after its internal Wi-Fi stopped working. The Mac was able to connect to the internet without issue. Still debating on if I want to return it or not.