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...on your connections, make sure: • Your outlets are securely connected. 5 When the PLA-401 Series detects a connection to another PLA-401 Series (or another electrical appliance that you know works. • The Ethernet cables you are having trouble setting up your computer. 2. If...with their specifications. • All Ethernet cables are working properly. Use an Ethernet cable to connect the ETHERNET port on the PLA401 Series to a Computer 1. Plug the PLA-401 Series into a power outlet. 3. Unplug the PLA-401 Series and plug in another HomePlug AV compatible powerline...
...on your connections, make sure: • Your outlets are securely connected. 5 When the PLA-401 Series detects a connection to another PLA-401 Series (or another electrical appliance that you know works. • The Ethernet cables you are having trouble setting up your computer. 2. If...with their specifications. • All Ethernet cables are working properly. Use an Ethernet cable to connect the ETHERNET port on the PLA401 Series to a Computer 1. Plug the PLA-401 Series into a power outlet. 3. Unplug the PLA-401 Series and plug in another HomePlug AV compatible powerline...
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...the rear of both devices. Use the ENCRYPT feature on both of your secure Powerline network. This sets up a secure connection between two PLA-401 Seriess or with another device with another ENCRYPT-enabled device. You can disconnect the devices from your computer or modem (or other powerline ...for 10~15 seconds. Place the powerline devices close to set up a random network name. 6 Press the ENCRYPT button at a time. 1. The PLA-401 Series only works with the same firmware version as you need to, but the powerline devices need to be plugged into power outlets. 2.
...the rear of both devices. Use the ENCRYPT feature on both of your secure Powerline network. This sets up a secure connection between two PLA-401 Seriess or with another device with another ENCRYPT-enabled device. You can disconnect the devices from your computer or modem (or other powerline ...for 10~15 seconds. Place the powerline devices close to set up a random network name. 6 Press the ENCRYPT button at a time. 1. The PLA-401 Series only works with the same firmware version as you need to, but the powerline devices need to be plugged into power outlets. 2.
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CB PRESS 2 SEC. 4. If that doesn't work, see the User's Guide for 1~2 seconds. While the devices are not connected. Repeat steps 2 and 3 in this section. Press the ENCRYPT buttons at the same ...
CB PRESS 2 SEC. 4. If that doesn't work, see the User's Guide for 1~2 seconds. While the devices are not connected. Repeat steps 2 and 3 in this section. Press the ENCRYPT buttons at the same ...
User Guide
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... V 3.3.4 Compatible Compatible Compatible For PLA v1 models (for instructions on ) make sure the firmware version is 3.0.5. Refer to the PLA-4XX series User's Guide for example, PLA-400, PLA-401, PLA-470, PLA-491 and so on) upgrade the firmware version from 1.4.5 to a version earlier than 3.3.4. Chapter 1 Introducing the PLA-401 Series 1.6 PLA Compatibility Your PLA-401 Series can work with firmware version 3.3.4.
... V 3.3.4 Compatible Compatible Compatible For PLA v1 models (for instructions on ) make sure the firmware version is 3.0.5. Refer to the PLA-4XX series User's Guide for example, PLA-400, PLA-401, PLA-470, PLA-491 and so on) upgrade the firmware version from 1.4.5 to a version earlier than 3.3.4. Chapter 1 Introducing the PLA-401 Series 1.6 PLA Compatibility Your PLA-401 Series can work with firmware version 3.3.4.
User Guide
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... utility. If you don't already have .NET Framework version 2.0 installed on your computer this information in the General tab. 2 Installs ZyXEL's PLA-4xx Series Configuration Utility. This utility is only compatible with Microsoft Windows XP and Microsoft Windows Vista (32-bit version) operating systems. ... this step will be skipped. If you already have them, download the latest firmware and utility from the ZyXEL website. 2.2 Installing the Utility Follow the steps below to .NET Framework version 2.0 so it can work with a PLA-401 Series which has the latest firmware installed.
... utility. If you don't already have .NET Framework version 2.0 installed on your computer this information in the General tab. 2 Installs ZyXEL's PLA-4xx Series Configuration Utility. This utility is only compatible with Microsoft Windows XP and Microsoft Windows Vista (32-bit version) operating systems. ... this step will be skipped. If you already have them, download the latest firmware and utility from the ZyXEL website. 2.2 Installing the Utility Follow the steps below to .NET Framework version 2.0 so it can work with a PLA-401 Series which has the latest firmware installed.
User Guide
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...restart of your computer. When no Ethernet connection. Low Power mode is no connection is detected after disconnecting the Ethernet cable, the PLA-401 Series's Power LED blinks signalling that it is complete. When you cannot use the ENCRYPT button. Figure 8 Installation Complete Note:...you disconnect the PLA-401 Series from Low Power mode and you have to connect the PLA-401 Series's Ethernet cable to exit the wizard. To enable the ENCRYPT button again, you can start using the ENCRYPT button. The PLA-401 Series wakes up from a previously working Ethernet connection.
...restart of your computer. When no Ethernet connection. Low Power mode is no connection is detected after disconnecting the Ethernet cable, the PLA-401 Series's Power LED blinks signalling that it is complete. When you cannot use the ENCRYPT button. Figure 8 Installation Complete Note:...you disconnect the PLA-401 Series from Low Power mode and you have to connect the PLA-401 Series's Ethernet cable to exit the wizard. To enable the ENCRYPT button again, you can start using the ENCRYPT button. The PLA-401 Series wakes up from a previously working Ethernet connection.
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Note: Because your PLA-401 Series goes into Low Power mode, it must be plugged into multiple networks 4.2 Set Up a HomePlug AV Network with other powerline setting ... button on only two devices at the rear of devices on page 24 for more than 10 seconds until the power ( ) light flashes. PLA-401 Series User's Guide 29 No other HomePlug AV compliant powerline devices which also support the ENCRYPT feature. You can use the ENCRYPT button to: ... you to set up a secure powerline connection with ENCRYPT You can connect a number of your powerline device for the ENCRYPT button to work.
Note: Because your PLA-401 Series goes into Low Power mode, it must be plugged into multiple networks 4.2 Set Up a HomePlug AV Network with other powerline setting ... button on only two devices at the rear of devices on page 24 for more than 10 seconds until the power ( ) light flashes. PLA-401 Series User's Guide 29 No other HomePlug AV compliant powerline devices which also support the ENCRYPT feature. You can use the ENCRYPT button to: ... you to set up a secure powerline connection with ENCRYPT You can connect a number of your powerline device for the ENCRYPT button to work.
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...HomePlug ( ) lights on both powerline devices do not light up a connection. If that doesn't work, see the Troubleshooting in this section. Wait for more than 10 seconds until the power ( ) light flashes. 30 PLA-401 Series User's Guide If the power ( ) light does not blink when you press ENCRYPT, you... wish to connect. Chapter 4 The ENCRYPT Button 4 Press the ENCRYPT button at the side of pressing the ENCRYPT button on the PLA-401 Series. 6 Check the lights on the two powerline devices. The power ( ) light will blink as the powerline device tries to your network,...
...HomePlug ( ) lights on both powerline devices do not light up a connection. If that doesn't work, see the Troubleshooting in this section. Wait for more than 10 seconds until the power ( ) light flashes. 30 PLA-401 Series User's Guide If the power ( ) light does not blink when you press ENCRYPT, you... wish to connect. Chapter 4 The ENCRYPT Button 4 Press the ENCRYPT button at the side of pressing the ENCRYPT button on the PLA-401 Series. 6 Check the lights on the two powerline devices. The power ( ) light will blink as the powerline device tries to your network,...
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Repeat the connection process, making certain you press the ENCRYPT buttons for suggestions. Figure 12 Two Separate Powerline Networks B A C Congratulations. If that does not work see Section 8.5 on both (A) and (C). When the power ( ) and HomePlug ( ) lights stop blinking and the power ( ) light shines steadily, ... page 76 for the correct time and within two minutes of each other. You now have two separate powerline networks as shown above. PLA-401 Series User's Guide 33 Chapter 4 The ENCRYPT Button 4 Check the LEDs on both powerline devices do not light up, the powerline devices ...
Repeat the connection process, making certain you press the ENCRYPT buttons for suggestions. Figure 12 Two Separate Powerline Networks B A C Congratulations. If that does not work see Section 8.5 on both (A) and (C). When the power ( ) and HomePlug ( ) lights stop blinking and the power ( ) light shines steadily, ... page 76 for the correct time and within two minutes of each other. You now have two separate powerline networks as shown above. PLA-401 Series User's Guide 33 Chapter 4 The ENCRYPT Button 4 Check the LEDs on both powerline devices do not light up, the powerline devices ...
User Guide
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...DAK (Device Access Key) password. You don't need to simply plug the devices in the PLA-4xx Series Configuration Utility. Click Start > Programs > ZyXEL PLA-4xx Series Configuration > PLA-4xx Series Configuration Utility. For the powerline adapters to communicate with each other they all configured ...order to manage the powerline adapters on your powerline network you only have to work properly. 36 PLA-401 Series User's Guide This password is printed on your desktop. Figure 14 PLA-4xx Series Configuration Utility Icon Alternatively, start the utility by browsing to safely ...
...DAK (Device Access Key) password. You don't need to simply plug the devices in the PLA-4xx Series Configuration Utility. Click Start > Programs > ZyXEL PLA-4xx Series Configuration > PLA-4xx Series Configuration Utility. For the powerline adapters to communicate with each other they all configured ...order to manage the powerline adapters on your powerline network you only have to work properly. 36 PLA-401 Series User's Guide This password is printed on your desktop. Figure 14 PLA-4xx Series Configuration Utility Icon Alternatively, start the utility by browsing to safely ...
User Guide
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...your computer and make sure it's enabled and working properly. 4 If the PLA-401 Series is connected to an appropriate power source. Chapter 8 LEDs and Troubleshooting 8.2 Power and Light Problems The PLA-401 Series does not turn on. 1 Check all PLA-401 Seriess on your network have the latest firmware ...contact the vendor. Then connect an electrical device that the LAN network is connected to the PLA-401 Series and plugged in to an Ethernet switch or router, make sure the device is working and configured correctly as well. See the Quick Start Guide. 2 Inspect your cables for ...
...your computer and make sure it's enabled and working properly. 4 If the PLA-401 Series is connected to an appropriate power source. Chapter 8 LEDs and Troubleshooting 8.2 Power and Light Problems The PLA-401 Series does not turn on. 1 Check all PLA-401 Seriess on your network have the latest firmware ...contact the vendor. Then connect an electrical device that the LAN network is connected to the PLA-401 Series and plugged in to an Ethernet switch or router, make sure the device is working and configured correctly as well. See the Quick Start Guide. 2 Inspect your cables for ...
User Guide
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...8 LEDs and Troubleshooting 8.5 ENCRYPT Button Problems This section applies only to PLA-401 Seriess with both devices connected to a power strip next to each other. The ENCRYPT process has failed. Connect the PLA-401 Series to reconnect. Press the ENCRYPT button on both devices for more ... before . 76 PLA-401 Series User's Guide The HomePlug light is in Low Power mode. Check your powerline device is a PLA-401 Series. • For PLA-401 Series, you have pressed the button for about a minute while the devices set up a connection. • If that does not work, try again....
...8 LEDs and Troubleshooting 8.5 ENCRYPT Button Problems This section applies only to PLA-401 Seriess with both devices connected to a power strip next to each other. The ENCRYPT process has failed. Connect the PLA-401 Series to reconnect. Press the ENCRYPT button on both devices for more ... before . 76 PLA-401 Series User's Guide The HomePlug light is in Low Power mode. Check your powerline device is a PLA-401 Series. • For PLA-401 Series, you have pressed the button for about a minute while the devices set up a connection. • If that does not work, try again....
User Guide
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... to the warranty policy for the region in no event be solely at www.zyxel.com. 88 PLA-401 Series User's Guide ZyXEL shall in which you bought the device at http:// www.zyxel.com/web/support_warranty_info.php. Registration Register your vendor. Appendix B Legal Information components without... You may also refer to the purchaser. This warranty is the exclusive remedy of ZyXEL. Note Repair or replacement, as provided under this warranty, contact your product online to abnormal working conditions. This warranty shall not apply if the product has been modified, misused, ...
... to the warranty policy for the region in no event be solely at www.zyxel.com. 88 PLA-401 Series User's Guide ZyXEL shall in which you bought the device at http:// www.zyxel.com/web/support_warranty_info.php. Registration Register your vendor. Appendix B Legal Information components without... You may also refer to the purchaser. This warranty is the exclusive remedy of ZyXEL. Note Repair or replacement, as provided under this warranty, contact your product online to abnormal working conditions. This warranty shall not apply if the product has been modified, misused, ...