Product Features
TP-LINK's TL-PA8030PKIT uses your existing electrical wiring to transmit data. You can easily set up a new network by connecting the two powerline adapters without the need for additional cabling. With transmission speeds of up to 1200 Mbps, it enables uninterrupted HD video streaming and online gaming, making the TL-PA8030PKIT the perfect companion for your home entertainment.
1200 Mbps with Homeplug AV2 – ideal for bandwidth-intensive applications
The TL-PA8030PKIT supports the new powerline standard Homeplug AV2, offering ultra-fast data transfers of up to 1200 Mbps. Thanks to 2x2 MIMO technology, all three wires in your circuit are utilized for transmission. This results in significantly higher transmission performance, allowing you to benefit from a stable signal for uninterrupted HD video streaming and online gaming—even in remote rooms or the attic!
Multiple Gigabit LAN ports for maximum connectivity
With three Gigabit LAN ports per adapter, the TL-PA8030PKIT is the ideal partner for your home entertainment. Connect up to five network devices such as NAS, Smart TVs, desktop PCs, gaming consoles, and more via LAN cable to the adapters, and they will be integrated into the powerline network.
Up to 80% energy savings
The TL-PA8030PKIT belongs to a new generation of powerline adapters and is significantly more energy-efficient. When no data is transmitted for a certain period, the device automatically switches to energy-saving mode, saving up to 85% of energy.
Powerline standard | AV2 |
Powerline functions | Ground wire technology, Integrated power socket, Quality of Service (QoS) |
Number of ports | 3 Ports |
Number of adapters | 2 |
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Item number | 5653451 |
Manufacturer | TP-Link |
Category | Powerlines |
Manufacturer no. | TL-PA8030P KIT (CH) |
Release date | 7.10.2015 |
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Colour | White |
Exact colour description | White |
Powerline standard | AV2 |
Max. data transfer rate | 1200 Mbit/s |
Number of ports | 3 Ports |
Range | 300 m |
Powerline functions | Ground wire technology, Integrated power socket, Quality of Service (QoS) |
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Climate contribution |
Number of adapters | 2 |
Scope of delivery | Quick installation guide |
Width | 131 mm |
Height | 42 mm |
Length | 72 mm |
Length | 33 cm |
Width | 19 cm |
Height | 10 cm |
Weight | 920 g |
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The ideal place for the TP-Link TL-PA8030P is the living room: if you want to bring your TV, console and Blu-Ray player into the network there, you can save yourself a switch thanks to the three LAN ports of the TP-Link adapter. It is even better if the distance between the router and the living room is not too far: because the powerline adapter shines especially over short distances...
In terms of price, TP Link's Powerline is significantly more expensive than the competition, but it can also convince with good features including a power socket and three LAN ports. No other model offers this, although this also means that the power consumption increases. Nevertheless, the transfer rates are quite acceptable.
TP Link's Powerline is the only model in the test field with three LAN ports. However, it requires significantly more power than the other competitors. Nevertheless, a fair offer for a fast powerline with simple operation and good transmission rates.
The powerline from TP Link is very well equipped with a power socket and three LAN connections. In addition, the setup is very simple and the workmanship is good. However, in terms of data throughput, it is more in the midfield, so that no top values are achieved here. The device could also be a little more frugal on the topic of power consumption.
The adapter pair TP-Link AV1200 Starter Kit (TL-PA8030PKIT) takes first place in our best list by a razor-thin margin. This set scores points mainly because of its strong performance, the top speeds, the three LAN ports per adapter and the integrated power socket.
When it comes to features, no other pair of powerline adapters tested can hold a candle to the TP-Link AV1200 Starter Kit (TL-PA8030PKIT). The result is also very good in terms of performance and price, but the consumption values are only average.
