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... games or telecommuting, safely and reliably. Home Office Kids' Room PC Cable/DSL Modem Router PC Powerline USB Adapter XA601 Powerline Adapter XE602 Kitchen Internet Radio Powerline Adapter XE602 1 Setup is a troubleshooting section on the Web (www.NETGEAR.com), by e-mail (support@NETGEAR.com) and by simply plugging into your existing electrical wiring, so your network connection is as close...
... games or telecommuting, safely and reliably. Home Office Kids' Room PC Cable/DSL Modem Router PC Powerline USB Adapter XA601 Powerline Adapter XE602 Kitchen Internet Radio Powerline Adapter XE602 1 Setup is a troubleshooting section on the Web (www.NETGEAR.com), by e-mail (support@NETGEAR.com) and by simply plugging into your existing electrical wiring, so your network connection is as close...
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Set the encryption password (optional) 2 Insert the "Driver and Documentation CD" into the CD-ROM drive and install the software. 3. Using the supplied USB cable, connect the Powerline Adapter to 20 minutes for each PC. 1. Unpack the box and verify the contents. 2. Connect the power cord. 4. Installation Overview Estimated setup time is 10 to the PC. 5.
Set the encryption password (optional) 2 Insert the "Driver and Documentation CD" into the CD-ROM drive and install the software. 3. Using the supplied USB cable, connect the Powerline Adapter to 20 minutes for each PC. 1. Unpack the box and verify the contents. 2. Connect the power cord. 4. Installation Overview Estimated setup time is 10 to the PC. 5.
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The package includes: • XA601 Powerline USB Adapter • Driver and Documentation CD • 5-ft. Powerline USB Adapter XA601 Powerline USB Adapter (XA601), Driver and Documentation CD, installation guide, support information card & warranty/ registration card. 1 Unpack the Box When you open the box, verify that you don't have received everything listed above, see the support information card for contact information. USB Cable • 6-ft...
The package includes: • XA601 Powerline USB Adapter • Driver and Documentation CD • 5-ft. Powerline USB Adapter XA601 Powerline USB Adapter (XA601), Driver and Documentation CD, installation guide, support information card & warranty/ registration card. 1 Unpack the Box When you open the box, verify that you don't have received everything listed above, see the support information card for contact information. USB Cable • 6-ft...
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The Installation Wizard will start automatically. 3. 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 Insert "Driver and Documentation" CD into the CD-ROM of your PC. 2.
The Installation Wizard will start automatically. 3. 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 Insert "Driver and Documentation" CD into the CD-ROM of your PC. 2.
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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. 6. Close all other applications and Click "Yes" when the following dialog box appears. 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. 6. Close all other applications and Click "Yes" when the following dialog box appears. 6
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3 Prepare to Install the Powerline USB Adapter The NETGEAR Powerline USB adapter enables you to set up a home network using a fully integrated NETGEAR XR814 Powerline Cable/DSL router) 7 You will need for unsightly Ethernet cabling or any PC with a 10BaseT or a 10/100 Mbps Ethernet port such as a Cable/DSL router. The Powerline USB Adapter (model XA601) connects any rewiring. In order to share...
3 Prepare to Install the Powerline USB Adapter The NETGEAR Powerline USB adapter enables you to set up a home network using a fully integrated NETGEAR XR814 Powerline Cable/DSL router) 7 You will need for unsightly Ethernet cabling or any PC with a 10BaseT or a 10/100 Mbps Ethernet port such as a Cable/DSL router. The Powerline USB Adapter (model XA601) connects any rewiring. In order to share...
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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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Decide where you have not installed the drivers, please follow the steps described in order to install the Powerline USB adaptor. Note: If you wish to place the Powerline USB adapter. • It can be placed horizontally on a desk or tabletop. • It can be mounted on Vertical Stand 9 4 Install the Powerline USB Adapter After installing the drivers, you are ready to save desk space Powerline USB Adapter XA601 on the wall using the enclosed wall mounting kit • It can be placed in the vertical stand, in Section 2: "Install Drivers and Software".
Decide where you have not installed the drivers, please follow the steps described in order to install the Powerline USB adaptor. Note: If you wish to place the Powerline USB adapter. • It can be placed horizontally on a desk or tabletop. • It can be mounted on Vertical Stand 9 4 Install the Powerline USB Adapter After installing the drivers, you are ready to save desk space Powerline USB Adapter XA601 on the wall using the enclosed wall mounting kit • It can be placed in the vertical stand, in Section 2: "Install Drivers and Software".
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OFF ON WARNING! 10 Note: Do not connect the plug into the wall receptacle. Connect the other end of the Powerline USB adapter. 3. Make sure you have completed the setps described in Section 2: "Install Drivers and Software". 2. Connect the enclosed power cable to a PC Powerline USB Adapter XA601 1. 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 Note: Do not connect the plug into the wall receptacle. Connect the other end of the Powerline USB adapter. 3. Make sure you have completed the setps described in Section 2: "Install Drivers and Software". 2. Connect the enclosed power cable to a PC Powerline USB Adapter XA601 1. 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.
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... be , go to continue. Connect the other end of the cable to the USB port of the PC. 6. The Powerline Link indicator should be ON. Should the following dialog box be ON indicating that the system has been initialized. Powerline USB Adapter XA601 Note: If a light isn't lit when it should be displayed, click "Yes" to...
... be , go to continue. Connect the other end of the cable to the USB port of the PC. 6. The Powerline Link indicator should be ON. Should the following dialog box be ON indicating that the system has been initialized. Powerline USB Adapter XA601 Note: If a light isn't lit when it should be displayed, click "Yes" to...
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Disconnect the Powerline USB adapter from the PC. 3. Repeat the steps described in Section 2: Driver and Software Installation. 15 Make sure your connections and the Power LED is running Windows 98 Second Edition (SE), Me, 2000 or XP. 2. Troubleshooting Problem USB LED is OFF Cause Port ... 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...
Disconnect the Powerline USB adapter from the PC. 3. Repeat the steps described in Section 2: Driver and Software Installation. 15 Make sure your connections and the Power LED is running Windows 98 Second Edition (SE), Me, 2000 or XP. 2. Troubleshooting Problem USB LED is OFF Cause Port ... 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...
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... Network Interface Electrical Plug (PowerLine HomePlug Technology) PC Interface USB 1.1 Compliant Port Power Line Networking Standards Compliant with HomePlug 1.0 standard Modulation Schemes OFDM Symbol Modulation DQPSK, DBPSK, ROBO Carrier Modulation CSMA/CA Frequency Band 4.3 MHz - 20.9 MHz Additional Protocols Forward Error Correction (FEC) Automatic Channel Adaption Status LEDs: Unit USB Power Line Power ON...
... Network Interface Electrical Plug (PowerLine HomePlug Technology) PC Interface USB 1.1 Compliant Port Power Line Networking Standards Compliant with HomePlug 1.0 standard Modulation Schemes OFDM Symbol Modulation DQPSK, DBPSK, ROBO Carrier Modulation CSMA/CA Frequency Band 4.3 MHz - 20.9 MHz Additional Protocols Forward Error Correction (FEC) Automatic Channel Adaption Status LEDs: Unit USB Power Line Power ON...
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.... Règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique du ministère des Communications Cet appareil numérique (NETGEAR Model XA601 Powerline USB Adapter) respecte les limites de bruits radioélectriques visant les appareils numériques de classe B prescrites dans le ...Communications du Canada. Das vorschriftsmäßige Betreiben einiger Geräte (z.B. However, there is no guarantee that the NETGEAR Model XA601 Powerline USB Adapter is to the products described in the operating instructions. Federal Office for a Class B digital device, pursuant to the ...
.... Règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique du ministère des Communications Cet appareil numérique (NETGEAR Model XA601 Powerline USB Adapter) respecte les limites de bruits radioélectriques visant les appareils numériques de classe B prescrites dans le ...Communications du Canada. Das vorschriftsmäßige Betreiben einiger Geräte (z.B. However, there is no guarantee that the NETGEAR Model XA601 Powerline USB Adapter is to the products described in the operating instructions. Federal Office for a Class B digital device, pursuant to the ...
XA601 Product datasheet
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... saving valuable desk space. It's perfectly safe and reliable. your home's electrical outlets. With NETGEAR's Powerline USB Adapter, a desktop or notebook PC can share not only printers, MP3 files, and digital photos, but, most importantly, your cable/DSL connection. XA601 Powerline USB Adapter • Help is there when you need it takes is simple to set up and...
... saving valuable desk space. It's perfectly safe and reliable. your home's electrical outlets. With NETGEAR's Powerline USB Adapter, a desktop or notebook PC can share not only printers, MP3 files, and digital photos, but, most importantly, your cable/DSL connection. XA601 Powerline USB Adapter • Help is there when you need it takes is simple to set up and...
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... or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. D-XA601-0 Technical Specifications • Network Ports : - USB 1.1 Compliant Port • Performance: - 10 Mbps 10BASE-T • Standards: -...NETGEAR 3 Router Desktop NETGEAR 3 Powerline Adapter XE602 kids' room NETGEAR 3 Powerline Adapter XE602 or XA601 Desktop kitchen NETGEAR 3 Powerline Adapter XE602 Internet Radio 4500 Great America Parkway Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA Phone: 1-888-NETGEAR E-mail: support@NETGEAR.com www.NETGEAR.com ©2002 NETGEAR, Inc. NETGEAR®, the Netgear...
... or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. D-XA601-0 Technical Specifications • Network Ports : - USB 1.1 Compliant Port • Performance: - 10 Mbps 10BASE-T • Standards: -...NETGEAR 3 Router Desktop NETGEAR 3 Powerline Adapter XE602 kids' room NETGEAR 3 Powerline Adapter XE602 or XA601 Desktop kitchen NETGEAR 3 Powerline Adapter XE602 Internet Radio 4500 Great America Parkway Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA Phone: 1-888-NETGEAR E-mail: support@NETGEAR.com www.NETGEAR.com ©2002 NETGEAR, Inc. NETGEAR®, the Netgear...