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Table of Contents Chapter 4 The ENCRYPT Button...31 4.1 ENCRYPT Button Overview 31 4.2 Set Up a HomePlug AV Network with ENCRYPT 31 4.2.1 Expanding the Network with ENCRYPT 33 4.3 Setting Up Multiple Networks 33 4.4 ENCRYPT Button Behavior 36 Chapter 5 The Configuration Utility ...37 5.1 Overview ...37 5.1.1 Powerline Network Security 37 5.1.2 Device Access Key (DAK 38 5.2 Starting ...56 Chapter 7 Powerline Network Setup Tutorial 61 7.0.1 Overview ...61 7.0.2 Important Terms ...62 7.0.3 Accessing Your Powerline Adapter 62 7.0.4 Adding a Powerline Adapter 63 10 PLA-402 v3 User's Guide
Table of Contents Chapter 4 The ENCRYPT Button...31 4.1 ENCRYPT Button Overview 31 4.2 Set Up a HomePlug AV Network with ENCRYPT 31 4.2.1 Expanding the Network with ENCRYPT 33 4.3 Setting Up Multiple Networks 33 4.4 ENCRYPT Button Behavior 36 Chapter 5 The Configuration Utility ...37 5.1 Overview ...37 5.1.1 Powerline Network Security 37 5.1.2 Device Access Key (DAK 38 5.2 Starting ...56 Chapter 7 Powerline Network Setup Tutorial 61 7.0.1 Overview ...61 7.0.2 Important Terms ...62 7.0.3 Accessing Your Powerline Adapter 62 7.0.4 Adding a Powerline Adapter 63 10 PLA-402 v3 User's Guide
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...of Contents 7.0.5 Setting Up a New Network with a New Adapter 65 7.0.6 Splitting a Network into Two Networks 67 7.1 Troubleshooting ...70 Chapter 8 PLA Compatibility ...71 8.1 Overview ...71 8.2 Firmware and Utility Compatibility 71 8.3 Compatibility Diagrams ...72 8.4 Chipset Compatibility ...73 Part III: Appendices and Index ... 9 LEDs and Troubleshooting ...77 9.1 LEDs ...77 9.2 Power and Light Problems 79 9.3 Configuration Utility Problems 81 9.4 Powerline Problems ...81 9.5 ENCRYPT Button Problems 82 Chapter 10 Product Specifications ...85 Appendix A Legal Information 89 Index...93...
...of Contents 7.0.5 Setting Up a New Network with a New Adapter 65 7.0.6 Splitting a Network into Two Networks 67 7.1 Troubleshooting ...70 Chapter 8 PLA Compatibility ...71 8.1 Overview ...71 8.2 Firmware and Utility Compatibility 71 8.3 Compatibility Diagrams ...72 8.4 Chipset Compatibility ...73 Part III: Appendices and Index ... 9 LEDs and Troubleshooting ...77 9.1 LEDs ...77 9.2 Power and Light Problems 79 9.3 Configuration Utility Problems 81 9.4 Powerline Problems ...81 9.5 ENCRYPT Button Problems 82 Chapter 10 Product Specifications ...85 Appendix A Legal Information 89 Index...93...
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It uses 128-bit Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) to 200 Mbps. The theoretical maximum channel data rate is recommended that your electrical installation. Specifically, the PLA-407 supports the following current rating: • EU Type: AC socket, 100 - 240V ~ 16A (maximum), 50 - 60 Hz • US Type: AC ... Type: AC socket, 100 - 240V ~ 13A (maximum), 50 - 60 Hz This extra socket frees up to ensure safe transfer of your PLA-407 is plugged in. The actual channel data rate will vary depending on noise on the electrical wires and the quality of information. 1.1.2 Pass-Through...
It uses 128-bit Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) to 200 Mbps. The theoretical maximum channel data rate is recommended that your electrical installation. Specifically, the PLA-407 supports the following current rating: • EU Type: AC socket, 100 - 240V ~ 16A (maximum), 50 - 60 Hz • US Type: AC ... Type: AC socket, 100 - 240V ~ 13A (maximum), 50 - 60 Hz This extra socket frees up to ensure safe transfer of your PLA-407 is plugged in. The actual channel data rate will vary depending on noise on the electrical wires and the quality of information. 1.1.2 Pass-Through...
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...LEDs are turned off in Low Power mode, you have to connect the PLA-407's Ethernet cable to the PLA-407 for Internet access (3). To enable the ENCRYPT button again, you cannot use the ENCRYPT button. Plug a second PLA-407 into Low Power mode. The same process occurs when you can start using ...the ENCRYPT button. It goes into a power outlet in your home (1). Low Power mode is a certified green product. Chapter 1 Introducing the PLA-407 1.1.5 Low Power Mode Your PLA-407 is enabled by default. While in Low Power mode. See ...
...LEDs are turned off in Low Power mode, you have to connect the PLA-407's Ethernet cable to the PLA-407 for Internet access (3). To enable the ENCRYPT button again, you cannot use the ENCRYPT button. Plug a second PLA-407 into Low Power mode. The same process occurs when you can start using ...the ENCRYPT button. It goes into a power outlet in your home (1). Low Power mode is a certified green product. Chapter 1 Introducing the PLA-407 1.1.5 Low Power Mode Your PLA-407 is enabled by default. While in Low Power mode. See ...
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...). See Chapter 3 on page 29 for information in your home and connecting other power outlets in using the ENCRYPT feature. If you upgrade. Chapter 1 Introducing the PLA-407 Your network can download this tool from the ZyXEL website. 1.4 Security Since your Powerline network may extend outside your premises, it is available to the latest...
...). See Chapter 3 on page 29 for information in your home and connecting other power outlets in using the ENCRYPT feature. If you upgrade. Chapter 1 Introducing the PLA-407 Your network can download this tool from the ZyXEL website. 1.4 Security Since your Powerline network may extend outside your premises, it is available to the latest...
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... name "HomePlugAV". If your devices do not have the ENCRYPT button, use the PLA-4xx Series Configuration Utility to set up a private network. 20 PLA-407 User's Guide Although the PLA-407 is printed on the PLA-407. Without security (encryption) your information is bounded in most cases by more than... passwords (those on your circuit, but not directly connected to manage the Powerline adapters on page 39. Chapter 1 Introducing the PLA-407 1.4.1 Passwords You use the PLA407 and other Powerline adapters, the Powerline wiring in your home becomes an extension of your Ethernet ...
... name "HomePlugAV". If your devices do not have the ENCRYPT button, use the PLA-4xx Series Configuration Utility to set up a private network. 20 PLA-407 User's Guide Although the PLA-407 is printed on the PLA-407. Without security (encryption) your information is bounded in most cases by more than... passwords (those on your circuit, but not directly connected to manage the Powerline adapters on page 39. Chapter 1 Introducing the PLA-407 1.4.1 Passwords You use the PLA407 and other Powerline adapters, the Powerline wiring in your home becomes an extension of your Ethernet ...
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PART II Managing the PLA407 Firmware Tool (29) The ENCRYPT Button (31) The Configuration Utility (37) Powerline Network Setup Tutorial (61) PLA Compatibility (71) 27
PART II Managing the PLA407 Firmware Tool (29) The ENCRYPT Button (31) The Configuration Utility (37) Powerline Network Setup Tutorial (61) PLA Compatibility (71) 27
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... network into multiple networks 4.2 Set Up a HomePlug AV Network with other HomePlug AV compliant Powerline devices which also support the ENCRYPT feature. Refer to . PLA-407 User's Guide 31 This resets the network name to a random value and removes your device from your computer or modem (... may belong to Section 1.1.5 on page 18 for more details. 3 Press the ENCRYPT button on your PLA-407 goes into power outlets. You can use the ENCRYPT button to: • set up a secure Powerline connection with ENCRYPT You can connect a number of devices on only two devices at a time. ...
... network into multiple networks 4.2 Set Up a HomePlug AV Network with other HomePlug AV compliant Powerline devices which also support the ENCRYPT feature. Refer to . PLA-407 User's Guide 31 This resets the network name to a random value and removes your device from your computer or modem (... may belong to Section 1.1.5 on page 18 for more details. 3 Press the ENCRYPT button on your PLA-407 goes into power outlets. You can use the ENCRYPT button to: • set up a secure Powerline connection with ENCRYPT You can connect a number of devices on only two devices at a time. ...
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... shows red. Try again, pressing the ENCRYPT button for any other Powerline device you have probably pressed the ENCRYPT button for about one minute while your second Powerline device for suggestions. 32 PLA-407 User's Guide Figure 10 ENCRYPT Connection Procedure press for 2 seconds press... for 2 seconds within 60 seconds of pressing the ENCRYPT button on the PLA-407. 6 Check the lights on the Powerline devices. The power (...
... shows red. Try again, pressing the ENCRYPT button for any other Powerline device you have probably pressed the ENCRYPT button for about one minute while your second Powerline device for suggestions. 32 PLA-407 User's Guide Figure 10 ENCRYPT Connection Procedure press for 2 seconds press... for 2 seconds within 60 seconds of pressing the ENCRYPT button on the PLA-407. 6 Check the lights on the Powerline devices. The power (...
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PLA-407 User's Guide 33 This sets up your Powerline network between your Powerline devices. 4.3 Setting Up Multiple Networks You can use the ENCRYPT button on device C (shown below) for more Powerline devices to your Powerline device), you can now reconnect ...3 If you have connected using your existing Powerline network. Chapter 4 The ENCRYPT Button 4.2.1 Expanding the Network with ENCRYPT If you want to connect (C). You must use the ENCRYPT button to set up multiple Powerline networks using ENCRYPT and the Powerline device you want to add more Powerline devices to your network...
PLA-407 User's Guide 33 This sets up your Powerline network between your Powerline devices. 4.3 Setting Up Multiple Networks You can use the ENCRYPT button on device C (shown below) for more Powerline devices to your Powerline device), you can now reconnect ...3 If you have connected using your existing Powerline network. Chapter 4 The ENCRYPT Button 4.2.1 Expanding the Network with ENCRYPT If you want to connect (C). You must use the ENCRYPT button to set up multiple Powerline networks using ENCRYPT and the Powerline device you want to add more Powerline devices to your network...
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Chapter 4 The ENCRYPT Button For example, you want a separate Powerline network connection from (B). 2 Click the ENCRYPT button on (A) for about one minute while (A) and (C) connect. 34 PLA-407 User's Guide Figure 12 One Existing Powerline Network A B C 1 Click the ENCRYPT button on (A) and (C) for 1~2 seconds and within two minutes of each other. 3 Wait for more than 10 seconds until the power ( ) light flashes. Now you have already set up a Powerline network in your printer. This disconnects (A) from your laptop (C) to your home (A) which accesses a printer (B).
Chapter 4 The ENCRYPT Button For example, you want a separate Powerline network connection from (B). 2 Click the ENCRYPT button on (A) for about one minute while (A) and (C) connect. 34 PLA-407 User's Guide Figure 12 One Existing Powerline Network A B C 1 Click the ENCRYPT button on (A) and (C) for 1~2 seconds and within two minutes of each other. 3 Wait for more than 10 seconds until the power ( ) light flashes. Now you have already set up a Powerline network in your printer. This disconnects (A) from your laptop (C) to your home (A) which accesses a printer (B).
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If the HomePlug ( ) lights on both (A) and (C). Repeat the connection process, making certain you press the ENCRYPT buttons for suggestions. Chapter 4 The ENCRYPT Button 4 Check the LEDs on both Powerline devices do not light up, the Powerline devices are connected. You now have two separate ...Powerline networks as shown above. If that does not work see Section 9.5 on page 82 for the correct time and within two minutes of each other. PLA-407...
If the HomePlug ( ) lights on both (A) and (C). Repeat the connection process, making certain you press the ENCRYPT buttons for suggestions. Chapter 4 The ENCRYPT Button 4 Check the LEDs on both Powerline devices do not light up, the Powerline devices are connected. You now have two separate ...Powerline networks as shown above. If that does not work see Section 9.5 on page 82 for the correct time and within two minutes of each other. PLA-407...
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... is pressed for suggestions on problems with and its network name assumes a random value. Table 2 Time ENCRYPT Button is associated with the ENCRYPT button and the lights. 36 PLA-407 User's Guide The HomePlug ( ) light turns on the network. The HomePlug ( ) light blinks red one time and then turns off when it is Pressed...
... is pressed for suggestions on problems with and its network name assumes a random value. Table 2 Time ENCRYPT Button is associated with the ENCRYPT button and the lights. 36 PLA-407 User's Guide The HomePlug ( ) light turns on the network. The HomePlug ( ) light blinks red one time and then turns off when it is Pressed...
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... network name allows the Powerline adapters to understand the encrypted information sent in the Powerline network. Figure 14 Example Network Setup All HomePlug AV compliant Powerline adapters within range can join your home's wiring. PLA-407 User's Guide 37 The range varies depending on the... over your Powerline network. For the Powerline adapters to communicate with each other they use encryption to protect the information that once you complete your hardware connections, the PLA-407s in your network (without additional configuration) are able to communicate with each other , they...
... network name allows the Powerline adapters to understand the encrypted information sent in the Powerline network. Figure 14 Example Network Setup All HomePlug AV compliant Powerline adapters within range can join your home's wiring. PLA-407 User's Guide 37 The range varies depending on the... over your Powerline network. For the Powerline adapters to communicate with each other they use encryption to protect the information that once you complete your hardware connections, the PLA-407s in your network (without additional configuration) are able to communicate with each other , they...
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... not detect another Powerline adapter. Table 15 LIGHTS POWER PLA-407 Lights ICON COLOR STATU S Green On Blinking DESCRIPTION The PLA-407 is starting up. The PLA-407 is on the PLA-407. The PLA-407 is communicating with a networking device connected to connect with another device using the ENCRYPT function. The PLA-407 is not receiving power. Chapter 9 LEDs and Troubleshooting The...
... not detect another Powerline adapter. Table 15 LIGHTS POWER PLA-407 Lights ICON COLOR STATU S Green On Blinking DESCRIPTION The PLA-407 is starting up. The PLA-407 is on the PLA-407. The PLA-407 is communicating with a networking device connected to connect with another device using the ENCRYPT function. The PLA-407 is not receiving power. Chapter 9 LEDs and Troubleshooting The...
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... MAC address for instructions on the same electrical wiring. If it came in or ask your PLA-407's power outlet. Powerline signals cannot pass this time pressing the ENCRYPT buttons on separate electrical wiring. Try setting up your Powerline adapter was probably previously on both ... called the network password) is using electrical wiring (not Powerline cable), check you do not have pressed the ENCRYPT button for more than three seconds. 80 PLA-407 User's Guide Ask an electrician for more information on the electrical wiring in your building. 6 If your Powerline...
... MAC address for instructions on the same electrical wiring. If it came in or ask your PLA-407's power outlet. Powerline signals cannot pass this time pressing the ENCRYPT buttons on separate electrical wiring. Try setting up your Powerline adapter was probably previously on both ... called the network password) is using electrical wiring (not Powerline cable), check you do not have pressed the ENCRYPT button for more than three seconds. 80 PLA-407 User's Guide Ask an electrician for more information on the electrical wiring in your building. 6 If your Powerline...
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.... Your device has already connected to a computer/router then try to electrical devices such as part of the ENCRYPT process. The POWER lights on both devices. 82 PLA-407 User's Guide Chapter 9 LEDs and Troubleshooting 3 Your Powerline adapters may be old and/or low quality or... with a long wiring path. 9.5 ENCRYPT Button Problems This section applies only to release the connection. Check your Powerline device is a PLA-407. • For PLA-407, you have pressed the button for more than three seconds. • The POWER light ...
.... Your device has already connected to a computer/router then try to electrical devices such as part of the ENCRYPT process. The POWER lights on both devices. 82 PLA-407 User's Guide Chapter 9 LEDs and Troubleshooting 3 Your Powerline adapters may be old and/or low quality or... with a long wiring path. 9.5 ENCRYPT Button Problems This section applies only to release the connection. Check your Powerline device is a PLA-407. • For PLA-407, you have pressed the button for more than three seconds. • The POWER light ...
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... on both devices for more than 10 seconds, then try again with Device B. PLA-407 User's Guide 83 I pressed the ENCRYPT button for more than 10 seconds, but only one device's HomePlug light is on . Chapter 9 LEDs and Troubleshooting • Wait for about a minute while...The HomePlug light is still on . One device may have connected to another device, disconnect device B from its power source. Try again, pressing the ENCRYPT button for more than 10 seconds. If they now connect, then the devices were not on , indicating it is with both devices finished blinking, but...
... on both devices for more than 10 seconds, then try again with Device B. PLA-407 User's Guide 83 I pressed the ENCRYPT button for more than 10 seconds, but only one device's HomePlug light is on . Chapter 9 LEDs and Troubleshooting • Wait for about a minute while...The HomePlug light is still on . One device may have connected to another device, disconnect device B from its power source. Try again, pressing the ENCRYPT button for more than 10 seconds. If they now connect, then the devices were not on , indicating it is with both devices finished blinking, but...
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....3u 100 Base-T Fast Ethernet IEEE 802.3x Flow Control IEEE 802.1p Priority Tagging (VLAN TAG) PLA-407 User's Guide 85 CHAPTER 10 Product Specifications The following tables summarize the PLA-407's hardware and firmware features. RESET ENCRYPT Auto-crossover: Use either half-duplex or full-duplex mode. Table 16 Hardware Specifications Dimensions (W x D x 141...
....3u 100 Base-T Fast Ethernet IEEE 802.3x Flow Control IEEE 802.1p Priority Tagging (VLAN TAG) PLA-407 User's Guide 85 CHAPTER 10 Product Specifications The following tables summarize the PLA-407's hardware and firmware features. RESET ENCRYPT Auto-crossover: Use either half-duplex or full-duplex mode. Table 16 Hardware Specifications Dimensions (W x D x 141...
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...The range of devices connected (bridged) to 200Mbps. Download new firmware (when available) from the ZyXEL website and use the configuration utility to easily configure the PLA-407. Low Power mode Note: Only install firmware for installing the latest firmware. The maximum number of...FEATURE DESCRIPTION Powerline Functionality The HomePlug AV standard specifies how network devices communicate using 128-bit AES (Advanced Encryption Standard). It is only compatible with PLA-407s with HomePlug 1.0 devices but do not need the configuration utility to join your specific model! It ...
...The range of devices connected (bridged) to 200Mbps. Download new firmware (when available) from the ZyXEL website and use the configuration utility to easily configure the PLA-407. Low Power mode Note: Only install firmware for installing the latest firmware. The maximum number of...FEATURE DESCRIPTION Powerline Functionality The HomePlug AV standard specifies how network devices communicate using 128-bit AES (Advanced Encryption Standard). It is only compatible with PLA-407s with HomePlug 1.0 devices but do not need the configuration utility to join your specific model! It ...