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... card for purchasing the NETGEAR® Powerline USB Adapter (model XA601). Robust and rate-adaptive, the Powerline adapter minimizes interference from www.NETGEAR.com. Go ahead and use your nearest 110-volt electrical outlet. NETGEAR offers technical support 24 hours... a day and 7 days a week on page 15 to your network will be available in this guide and your network will automatically find the latest information online from other household appliances. This installation guide shows you how to connect your Powerline adapter...
... card for purchasing the NETGEAR® Powerline USB Adapter (model XA601). Robust and rate-adaptive, the Powerline adapter minimizes interference from www.NETGEAR.com. Go ahead and use your nearest 110-volt electrical outlet. NETGEAR offers technical support 24 hours... a day and 7 days a week on page 15 to your network will be available in this guide and your network will automatically find the latest information online from other household appliances. This installation guide shows you how to connect your Powerline adapter...
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Using the supplied USB cable, connect the Powerline Adapter to 20 minutes for each PC. 1. Insert the "Driver and Documentation CD" into the CD-ROM drive and install the software. 3. Connect the power cord. 4. Installation Overview Estimated setup time is 10 to the PC. 5. Set the encryption password (optional) 2 Unpack the box and verify the contents. 2.
Using the supplied USB cable, connect the Powerline Adapter to 20 minutes for each PC. 1. Insert the "Driver and Documentation CD" into the CD-ROM drive and install the software. 3. Connect the power cord. 4. Installation Overview Estimated setup time is 10 to the PC. 5. Set the encryption password (optional) 2 Unpack the box and verify the contents. 2.
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... can get contact information at www.NETGEAR.com in the Customer Service area. If the support information card is missing, you don't have received everything listed above, see the support information card for contact information. Stand 110v cord USB Cable Wall-mounting screws 3 Powerline USB Adapter XA601 Powerline USB Adapter (XA601), Driver and Documentation CD, installation guide, support information card & warranty...
... can get contact information at www.NETGEAR.com in the Customer Service area. If the support information card is missing, you don't have received everything listed above, see the support information card for contact information. Stand 110v cord USB Cable Wall-mounting screws 3 Powerline USB Adapter XA601 Powerline USB Adapter (XA601), Driver and Documentation CD, installation guide, support information card & warranty...
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2 Install Drivers and Software Note: Please install the drivers and software prior to connecting the Powerline USB adapter to the PC. 1. Once the following dialog box appears, click "Next". 4 The Installation Wizard will start automatically. 3. Insert "Driver and Documentation" CD into the CD-ROM of your PC. 2.
2 Install Drivers and Software Note: Please install the drivers and software prior to connecting the Powerline USB adapter to the PC. 1. Once the following dialog box appears, click "Next". 4 The Installation Wizard will start automatically. 3. Insert "Driver and Documentation" CD into the CD-ROM of your PC. 2.
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4. Enter your name and click "Next". 5. When the Following dialog box appears, click "Install" to begin the Installation. 5
4. Enter your name and click "Next". 5. When the Following dialog box appears, click "Install" to begin the Installation. 5
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Once the Installation is complete, click "Finish" to your PC. Your will need to restart the computer prior to connecting the Powerline USB adapter to exit the Wizard. 7. Close all other applications and Click "Yes" when the following dialog box appears. 6 6.
Once the Installation is complete, click "Finish" to your PC. Your will need to restart the computer prior to connecting the Powerline USB adapter to exit the Wizard. 7. Close all other applications and Click "Yes" when the following dialog box appears. 6 6.
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3 Prepare to Install the Powerline USB Adapter The NETGEAR Powerline USB adapter enables you want part of the home network. The Powerline Ethernet Adapter (model XE602) can share the Internet connection as well as files and printers using the Electrical wiring that you...• Cable/DSL Gateway Router (such as a Cable/DSL router. The Powerline USB Adapter (model XA601) connects any PC with a 10BaseT or a 10/100 Mbps Ethernet port such as the NETGEAR RP614 or XR814) • A Powerline Ethernet Adapter (model XE602) connected to any rewiring. You will need for unsightly Ethernet ...
3 Prepare to Install the Powerline USB Adapter The NETGEAR Powerline USB adapter enables you want part of the home network. The Powerline Ethernet Adapter (model XE602) can share the Internet connection as well as files and printers using the Electrical wiring that you...• Cable/DSL Gateway Router (such as a Cable/DSL router. The Powerline USB Adapter (model XA601) connects any PC with a 10BaseT or a 10/100 Mbps Ethernet port such as the NETGEAR RP614 or XR814) • A Powerline Ethernet Adapter (model XE602) connected to any rewiring. You will need for unsightly Ethernet ...
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For each PC that you want to connect to the network, you will need: Kids' Room PC Powerline USB Adapter XA601 • A Powerline USB Adapter (model XA601), if the PC lacks an Ethernet port but supports a USB port • A Powerline Ethernet Adapter (model XE602), if the PC has an existing Ethernet port or you are about to install a 10/100 Mbps Ethernet Network Card. 8
For each PC that you want to connect to the network, you will need: Kids' Room PC Powerline USB Adapter XA601 • A Powerline USB Adapter (model XA601), if the PC lacks an Ethernet port but supports a USB port • A Powerline Ethernet Adapter (model XE602), if the PC has an existing Ethernet port or you are about to install a 10/100 Mbps Ethernet Network Card. 8
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4 Install the Powerline USB Adapter After installing the drivers, you are ready to place the Powerline USB adapter. • It can be placed horizontally on a desk or tabletop. • It can be placed in the vertical stand, in Section 2: "Install Drivers and Software". Note: If you wish to install the Powerline USB adaptor. Decide where you have not installed the drivers, please follow the steps described in order to save desk space Powerline USB Adapter XA601 on the wall using the enclosed wall mounting kit • It can be mounted on Vertical Stand 9
4 Install the Powerline USB Adapter After installing the drivers, you are ready to place the Powerline USB adapter. • It can be placed horizontally on a desk or tabletop. • It can be placed in the vertical stand, in Section 2: "Install Drivers and Software". Note: If you wish to install the Powerline USB adaptor. Decide where you have not installed the drivers, please follow the steps described in order to save desk space Powerline USB Adapter XA601 on the wall using the enclosed wall mounting kit • It can be mounted on Vertical Stand 9
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Note: Do not connect the plug into the wall receptacle. Connecting the Powerline USB Adapter to the back of the power cable (the plug) directly into a power strip or surge protectors since these devices may contain circuit filters, which may degrade the Powerline signal. OFF ON WARNING! 10 Make sure you have completed the setps described in Section 2: "Install Drivers and Software". 2. Connect the other end of the Powerline USB adapter. 3. Connect the enclosed power cable to a PC Powerline USB Adapter XA601 1.
Note: Do not connect the plug into the wall receptacle. Connecting the Powerline USB Adapter to the back of the power cable (the plug) directly into a power strip or surge protectors since these devices may contain circuit filters, which may degrade the Powerline signal. OFF ON WARNING! 10 Make sure you have completed the setps described in Section 2: "Install Drivers and Software". 2. Connect the other end of the Powerline USB adapter. 3. Connect the enclosed power cable to a PC Powerline USB Adapter XA601 1.
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... Documentation" CD. The utility will be set with the new encryption password. 1. 5 Setting Up Your Encryption Software (optional) The NETGEAR Powerline products provide the option to set your system. This is used to protect unauthorized access to you begin to change the password for ...network may become disabled until all of the devices have completed the steps described in Section 2: "Driver and Software Installation", the encryption utility has already been installed on your own unique encryption key. As long as you define a network password. Once the following screen appears,...
... Documentation" CD. The utility will be set with the new encryption password. 1. 5 Setting Up Your Encryption Software (optional) The NETGEAR Powerline products provide the option to set your system. This is used to protect unauthorized access to you begin to change the password for ...network may become disabled until all of the devices have completed the steps described in Section 2: "Driver and Software Installation", the encryption utility has already been installed on your own unique encryption key. As long as you define a network password. Once the following screen appears,...
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... not ON Computer Does Not Recognize The USB Adapter Port connection is not functioning Drivers not installed properly Solution • Make sure the power cord is properly connected at both ends. • Make sure that the USB cable is properly inserted at both the PC and the Powerline USB Adapter. • Make sure the PC is ON...
... not ON Computer Does Not Recognize The USB Adapter Port connection is not functioning Drivers not installed properly Solution • Make sure the power cord is properly connected at both ends. • Make sure that the USB cable is properly inserted at both the PC and the Powerline USB Adapter. • Make sure the PC is ON...
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... Department of Communications Radio Interference Regulations This digital apparatus (NETGEAR Model XA601 Powerline USB Adapter) does not exceed the Class B limits for radionoise emissions from that to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in residential areas) and conforms to radio communications. NETGEAR does not assume any liability that may cause harmful...
... Department of Communications Radio Interference Regulations This digital apparatus (NETGEAR Model XA601 Powerline USB Adapter) does not exceed the Class B limits for radionoise emissions from that to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in residential areas) and conforms to radio communications. NETGEAR does not assume any liability that may cause harmful...
XA601 Product datasheet
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... cord -Vertical Stand -Wall-mounting screws -XA601 Installation Guide -Warranty and registration card -Support information card • Additional Protocols: - W-175 mm (6.9") - D-115 mm (4.53") - One USB 1.1 port - CSMA/CA • Frequency Band: - 4.3 MHz - 20.9 MHz • Environmental Specifications: - U/L Certified • Typical Coverage: - Powerline USB Adapter -Driver and Documentation CD-ROM -5-ft. D-XA601-0 Technical Specifications • Network Ports...
... cord -Vertical Stand -Wall-mounting screws -XA601 Installation Guide -Warranty and registration card -Support information card • Additional Protocols: - W-175 mm (6.9") - D-115 mm (4.53") - One USB 1.1 port - CSMA/CA • Frequency Band: - 4.3 MHz - 20.9 MHz • Environmental Specifications: - U/L Certified • Typical Coverage: - Powerline USB Adapter -Driver and Documentation CD-ROM -5-ft. D-XA601-0 Technical Specifications • Network Ports...