Gain access to TP-LINK powerline hardware by connecting to its software component from a Mac or iOS device with the dedicated application. It recognizes and selects powerline adapters and powerline extender in the current network with options for managing each of them.
Download of tpPLC 1.4.6 for Mac was on the developer's website when we last checked. We cannot confirm if there is a free download of this app available. The program lies within Internet & Network Tools, more precisely Network tools.
According to the results of the Google Safe Browsing check, the developer's site is safe. Despite this, we recommend checking the downloaded files with any free antivirus software. This free software for Mac OS X is a product of TP-LINK Technologies Co.
From the developer:
tpPLC enables you to view and manage your TP-LINK powerline devices conveniently via a connected iOS device. It lists the powerline adapters and powerline extenders in your current network, and allows you to manage each device as well as the whole powerline network with a few taps. The application works only when your iOS device is connected to the Wi-Fi network of a TP-LINK powerline extender.
You may want to check out more Mac applications, such as VisualRoute, AirGrab Network Packet Analyzer or AirGrab WiFi Radar, which might be related to tpPLC.