Replacement of old Extender with a new one

Replacement of old Extender with a new one

Replacement of old Extender with a new one
Replacement of old Extender with a new one
2026-02-01 13:38:20 - last edited 2026-03-31 02:53:42
Model: TL-WPA4220  
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Can I replace an existing faulty WPA4220 extender (Version 1:20) with a new up to date extender. Also can I update the software.

 

Many Thanks

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Re:Replacement of old Extender with a new one-Solution
2026-02-03 03:17:32 - last edited 2026-03-31 02:53:42

Hi @Edwinge ,

Welcome to our community.

 

Yes, you can add the new unit as you paired the date extender before.

 

But if it doesn't work, please hard reset the first adapter, which is connected to the router, and the new extender:

For TL-PA4010 (the models which start with TL-PAxxxx), press and hold the Pair button for 15s until all LEDs turn off and then come back on.

For TL-WPA4220 (models beginning with TL-WPAxxxx), press and hold the Reset button for 10s. Release the button and all LEDs turn off. When the LEDs turn back on, the reset process is complete. 

Then configure the extender again: How to secure (pair) the Powerline Network

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Re:Replacement of old Extender with a new one-Solution
2026-02-03 03:17:32 - last edited 2026-03-31 02:53:42

Hi @Edwinge ,

Welcome to our community.

 

Yes, you can add the new unit as you paired the date extender before.

 

But if it doesn't work, please hard reset the first adapter, which is connected to the router, and the new extender:

For TL-PA4010 (the models which start with TL-PAxxxx), press and hold the Pair button for 15s until all LEDs turn off and then come back on.

For TL-WPA4220 (models beginning with TL-WPAxxxx), press and hold the Reset button for 10s. Release the button and all LEDs turn off. When the LEDs turn back on, the reset process is complete. 

Then configure the extender again: How to secure (pair) the Powerline Network

Welcome to Community! Get the latest posts: △New Firmware for Archer GE550/GE650 V1 Introduces AI-QoS, EasyMesh IoT Expansion, and More! △New Firmware Releases for Archer BE805 V1/BE450 V1 to Support VPN Merge, New ECO Mode, and More! More posts, please see: △ Get the Ongoing Pre-release Firmware for Wi-Fi Routers Here— Subscribe for Updates! Urgent problems with your Wi-Fi Router, Range Extender, or DSL Modem? Please reach out via private Messages or @Joesph-TP in your new thread directly. Click Or ☆Recommended Solution if the post/answer helps.
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