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... Cisco Systems, Inc. Wash hands after handling. In addition to change without notice. Linksys is something that are subject to these symbols, there are definitions for the following items when reading this Guide Your Guide to the PowerLine AV Ethernet Adapter has been designed to make understanding networking with a reminder about something you might...
... Cisco Systems, Inc. Wash hands after handling. In addition to change without notice. Linksys is something that are subject to these symbols, there are definitions for the following items when reading this Guide Your Guide to the PowerLine AV Ethernet Adapter has been designed to make understanding networking with a reminder about something you might...
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PowerLine AV Ethernet Adapter Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introduction 1 Welcome 1 What's in this Guide? 1 Chapter 2: Planning Your Powerline Network 1 What is a Powerline Network? 1 How Do You Create a Powerline Network? 1 Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Adapter 2 The Bottom Panel 2 The Back Panel 2 The Front Panel 3 Chapter 4: Installing the Adapter 4 Overview 4 Instructions for the Setup Wizard 4 Instructions for Connection 7 Chapter 5: Using...
PowerLine AV Ethernet Adapter Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introduction 1 Welcome 1 What's in this Guide? 1 Chapter 2: Planning Your Powerline Network 1 What is a Powerline Network? 1 How Do You Create a Powerline Network? 1 Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Adapter 2 The Bottom Panel 2 The Back Panel 2 The Front Panel 3 Chapter 4: Installing the Adapter 4 Overview 4 Instructions for the Setup Wizard 4 Instructions for Connection 7 Chapter 5: Using...
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PowerLine AV Ethernet Adapter List of Figures Figure 2-1: Diagram of a Typical Powerline Network 1 Figure 3-1: Bottom Panel 2 Figure 3-2: Back Panel 2 Figure 3-3: Front Panel 3 Figure 4-1: Welcome 4 Figure 4-2: License Agreement 4 Figure 4-3: Preparing to Install 4 Figure 4-4: Connect the Adapter 5 Figure 4-5: Connection to a Desktop Computer 5 Figure 4-6: Installation in Progress 6 Figure 4-7: Congratulations 6 Figure 4-8: Plug into the Outlet 7 Figure 5-1: Configuration Utility Icon 8 Figure...
PowerLine AV Ethernet Adapter List of Figures Figure 2-1: Diagram of a Typical Powerline Network 1 Figure 3-1: Bottom Panel 2 Figure 3-2: Back Panel 2 Figure 3-3: Front Panel 3 Figure 4-1: Welcome 4 Figure 4-2: License Agreement 4 Figure 4-3: Preparing to Install 4 Figure 4-4: Connect the Adapter 5 Figure 4-5: Connection to a Desktop Computer 5 Figure 4-6: Installation in Progress 6 Figure 4-7: Congratulations 6 Figure 4-8: Plug into the Outlet 7 Figure 5-1: Configuration Utility Icon 8 Figure...
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... computer games, and you can play lag-free, head-to get the most out of the Adapter. • Chapter 3: Installing the Adapter This chapter explains the Setup Wizard provided for choosing the Linksys PowerLine AV Ethernet Adapter. Chapter 1: Introduction 1 Welcome PowerLine AV Ethernet Adapter Chapter 1: Introduction Welcome Thank you for installation. • Chapter 4: Using the Configuration Utility This chapter...
... computer games, and you can play lag-free, head-to get the most out of the Adapter. • Chapter 3: Installing the Adapter This chapter explains the Setup Wizard provided for choosing the Linksys PowerLine AV Ethernet Adapter. Chapter 1: Introduction 1 Welcome PowerLine AV Ethernet Adapter Chapter 1: Introduction Welcome Thank you for installation. • Chapter 4: Using the Configuration Utility This chapter...
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... supplies the warranty information for the Adapter. • Appendix F: Regulatory Information This appendix supplies the regulatory information regarding the Adapter. • Appendix G: Contact Information This appendix provides contact information for a variety of terms frequently used in this Guide? PowerLine AV Ethernet Adapter • Appendix B: Glossary This appendix gives a brief glossary of Linksys resources, including Technical Support.
... supplies the warranty information for the Adapter. • Appendix F: Regulatory Information This appendix supplies the regulatory information regarding the Adapter. • Appendix G: Contact Information This appendix provides contact information for a variety of terms frequently used in this Guide? PowerLine AV Ethernet Adapter • Appendix B: Glossary This appendix gives a brief glossary of Linksys resources, including Technical Support.
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...another electrical outlet. The typical wired Ethernet network uses Ethernet network cables to its Adapter, which is connected to its own PowerLine AV Ethernet Adapter. For example, in the comfort of your living room, while taking advantage of...network devices. Using the powerlines of a Typical Powerline Network Chapter 2: Planning Your Powerline Network 1 What is a Powerline Network? On one Adapter to the entertainment area. How Do You Create a Powerline Network? PowerLine AV Ethernet Adapter Chapter 2: Planning Your Powerline Network What is a Powerline Network? Video Music ...
...another electrical outlet. The typical wired Ethernet network uses Ethernet network cables to its Adapter, which is connected to its own PowerLine AV Ethernet Adapter. For example, in the comfort of your living room, while taking advantage of...network devices. Using the powerlines of a Typical Powerline Network Chapter 2: Planning Your Powerline Network 1 What is a Powerline Network? On one Adapter to the entertainment area. How Do You Create a Powerline Network? PowerLine AV Ethernet Adapter Chapter 2: Planning Your Powerline Network What is a Powerline Network? Video Music ...
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... Utility." The Back Panel Figure 3-1: Bottom Panel The power plug and Device Password are adding this Adapter to a pre-existing powerline network with your residence, Linksys recommends that you plug the Adapter directly into an electrical outlet. Device Password The Device Password is located on the bottom panel of ... panel of the Configuration Utility. If you may need to enter the Device Password on the Security tab of the Adapter. PowerLine AV Ethernet Adapter Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Adapter The Bottom Panel The Ethernet port is located on the sticker.
... Utility." The Back Panel Figure 3-1: Bottom Panel The power plug and Device Password are adding this Adapter to a pre-existing powerline network with your residence, Linksys recommends that you plug the Adapter directly into an electrical outlet. Device Password The Device Password is located on the bottom panel of ... panel of the Configuration Utility. If you may need to enter the Device Password on the Security tab of the Adapter. PowerLine AV Ethernet Adapter Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Adapter The Bottom Panel The Ethernet port is located on the sticker.
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The Power LED lights up when the Adapter is powered on the front panel. The Ethernet LED flashes to Know the Adapter The Front Panel Figure 3-3: Front Panel 3 Ethernet LED Blue. Chapter 3: Getting to indicate activity over the powerline connection. PowerLine LED Blue. The PowerLine LED flashes to indicate activity over the Ethernet connection. Power LED Blue. PowerLine AV Ethernet Adapter The Front Panel The Adapter's LEDs are located on .
The Power LED lights up when the Adapter is powered on the front panel. The Ethernet LED flashes to Know the Adapter The Front Panel Figure 3-3: Front Panel 3 Ethernet LED Blue. Chapter 3: Getting to indicate activity over the powerline connection. PowerLine LED Blue. The PowerLine LED flashes to indicate activity over the Ethernet connection. Power LED Blue. PowerLine AV Ethernet Adapter The Front Panel The Adapter's LEDs are located on .
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...Click LINKSYS Web to visit the Linksys website, www.linksys.com. • Click Exit to your CD drive). 2. The Preparing to Install screen will appear. If you want to begin the installation, click Next. 4. PowerLine AV Ethernet Adapter Chapter 4: Installing the Adapter Overview For each Adapter you...On the Welcome screen, click Setup to begin the installation. Figure 4-1: Welcome Figure 4-2: License Agreement Chapter 4: Installing the Adapter Overview Figure 4-3: Preparing to cancel the installation, click the Cancel button. If you accept the License Agreement and want to ...
...Click LINKSYS Web to visit the Linksys website, www.linksys.com. • Click Exit to your CD drive). 2. The Preparing to Install screen will appear. If you want to begin the installation, click Next. 4. PowerLine AV Ethernet Adapter Chapter 4: Installing the Adapter Overview For each Adapter you...On the Welcome screen, click Setup to begin the installation. Figure 4-1: Welcome Figure 4-2: License Agreement Chapter 4: Installing the Adapter Overview Figure 4-3: Preparing to cancel the installation, click the Cancel button. If you accept the License Agreement and want to ...
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... you plug the Adapter directly into an electrical outlet. Connect one end of the Adapter. Plug the Adapter into an electrical outlet. Figure 4-4: Connect the Adapter Plugs Directly into Outlet Chapter 4: Installing the Adapter Instructions for protection against surges. The Adapter has its own power filter for the Setup Wizard Figure 4-5: Connection to a Desktop Computer 5 PowerLine AV Ethernet Adapter 5.
... you plug the Adapter directly into an electrical outlet. Connect one end of the Adapter. Plug the Adapter into an electrical outlet. Figure 4-4: Connect the Adapter Plugs Directly into Outlet Chapter 4: Installing the Adapter Instructions for protection against surges. The Adapter has its own power filter for the Setup Wizard Figure 4-5: Connection to a Desktop Computer 5 PowerLine AV Ethernet Adapter 5.
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..., "Instructions for the Setup Wizard Figure 4-6: Installation in Progress Figure 4-7: Congratulations 6 The Install Configuration Utility screen will appear. (The Configuration Utility is a program that manages powerline devices.) Wait a few minutes while the Setup Wizard installs the Configuration Utility. If you want to cancel the installation, click Exit. 7. PowerLine AV Ethernet Adapter 6.
..., "Instructions for the Setup Wizard Figure 4-6: Installation in Progress Figure 4-7: Congratulations 6 The Install Configuration Utility screen will appear. (The Configuration Utility is a program that manages powerline devices.) Wait a few minutes while the Setup Wizard installs the Configuration Utility. If you want to cancel the installation, click Exit. 7. PowerLine AV Ethernet Adapter 6.
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... an electrical outlet. Figure 4-8: Plug into the Outlet Chapter 4: Installing the Adapter 7 Instructions for Connection 1. If the Adapter is complete. Connect the Ethernet network cable to step 2. 2. Congratulations! Proceed... PowerLine AV Ethernet Adapter Instructions for Connection If the Adapter is complete. IMPORTANT: Because the Adapter sends data over the powerlines of the PowerLine AV Ethernet Adapter is for protection against surges. The installation of your residence, Linksys recommends that you plug the Adapter directly into an electrical outlet. The Adapter ...
... an electrical outlet. Figure 4-8: Plug into the Outlet Chapter 4: Installing the Adapter 7 Instructions for Connection 1. If the Adapter is complete. Connect the Ethernet network cable to step 2. 2. Congratulations! Proceed... PowerLine AV Ethernet Adapter Instructions for Connection If the Adapter is complete. IMPORTANT: Because the Adapter sends data over the powerlines of the PowerLine AV Ethernet Adapter is for protection against surges. The installation of your residence, Linksys recommends that you plug the Adapter directly into an electrical outlet. The Adapter ...
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... open the Configuration Utility. It also provides a link to the Linksys website, www.linksys.com (you are adding a new Adapter to a pre-existing powerline network with each other. Use this screen. • Upgrade. ...PowerLine AV Ethernet Adapter Chapter 5: Using the Configuration Utility Overview The PowerLine AV Ethernet Adapter uses the HomePlug AV standard, which offers better performance and security than the HomePlug 1.1 or older standards. Upgrade the connected Adapter's firmware. • About. Set a unique Network Password on this screen to discover all Linksys HomePlug AV...
... open the Configuration Utility. It also provides a link to the Linksys website, www.linksys.com (you are adding a new Adapter to a pre-existing powerline network with each other. Use this screen. • Upgrade. ...PowerLine AV Ethernet Adapter Chapter 5: Using the Configuration Utility Overview The PowerLine AV Ethernet Adapter uses the HomePlug AV standard, which offers better performance and security than the HomePlug 1.1 or older standards. Upgrade the connected Adapter's firmware. • About. Set a unique Network Password on this screen to discover all Linksys HomePlug AV...
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... for instructions. Device Location. To detect all devices with Named Locations Chapter 5: Using the Configuration Utility 9 Network PowerLine AV Ethernet Adapter Network The Network screen lists the devices on your HomePlug AV powerline network, all devices on the powerline network, click the Scan Network button. Click again to the "Security - Refer to edit it on the...
... for instructions. Device Location. To detect all devices with Named Locations Chapter 5: Using the Configuration Utility 9 Network PowerLine AV Ethernet Adapter Network The Network screen lists the devices on your HomePlug AV powerline network, all devices on the powerline network, click the Scan Network button. Click again to the "Security - Refer to edit it on the...
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... changing its Device Password, which is shown on your powerline network must use the same Network Password. NOTE: All of the devices must have to change the Network Password for one Adapter, then you are adding a new Adapter to your computer. To restore the default, HomePlugAV, ... the Network tab. 4. To exit the Configuration Utility, click Exit. Enter a unique Network Password, and click the Save button. PowerLine AV Ethernet Adapter Security On the Security screen, set a unique Network Password on the list (if it is not, click the Scan Network button).
... changing its Device Password, which is shown on your powerline network must use the same Network Password. NOTE: All of the devices must have to change the Network Password for one Adapter, then you are adding a new Adapter to your computer. To restore the default, HomePlugAV, ... the Network tab. 4. To exit the Configuration Utility, click Exit. Enter a unique Network Password, and click the Save button. PowerLine AV Ethernet Adapter Security On the Security screen, set a unique Network Password on the list (if it is not, click the Scan Network button).
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...), select the appropriate CAP setting: CAP3, CAP2, CAP1, or CAP0 (CAP3 being the highest CAP priority). Displayed here is the MAC address of the Adapter currently accessed by VLAN tags, TOS bits, or other priority mapping. To assign priority using VLAN tags or TOS bits. For each type of traffic... priority mapping of packets that do not have to be assigned the corresponding CAP that you have priority set by your computer. Default CAP - PowerLine AV Ethernet Adapter Advanced (Advanced Users Only) To provide better Quality of Service (QoS) for the different types of traffic.
...), select the appropriate CAP setting: CAP3, CAP2, CAP1, or CAP0 (CAP3 being the highest CAP priority). Displayed here is the MAC address of the Adapter currently accessed by VLAN tags, TOS bits, or other priority mapping. To assign priority using VLAN tags or TOS bits. For each type of traffic... priority mapping of packets that do not have to be assigned the corresponding CAP that you have priority set by your computer. Default CAP - PowerLine AV Ethernet Adapter Advanced (Advanced Users Only) To provide better Quality of Service (QoS) for the different types of traffic.
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For unicast frames, select the appropriate CAP setting: CAP3, CAP2, CAP1, or CAP0. PowerLine AV Ethernet Adapter Unicast. To reset the priority settings to the factory defaults, click the Restore Default button. To exit the Configuration Utility, click Exit. For multicast and ...
For unicast frames, select the appropriate CAP setting: CAP3, CAP2, CAP1, or CAP0. PowerLine AV Ethernet Adapter Unicast. To reset the priority settings to the factory defaults, click the Restore Default button. To exit the Configuration Utility, click Exit. For multicast and ...
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...Configuration Utility. Displayed here is the version number of the Adapter. Enter the location of the Adapter currently accessed by your computer. Click the WWW.LINKSYS.COM button to visit the Linksys website, www.linksys.com. (You must have an active Internet connection to... is the MAC address of the Adapter. About The About screen displays information about the connected Adapter and a link to upgrade the connected Adapter's firmware. Status. To exit the Configuration Utility, click Exit. Firmware Version. PowerLine AV Ethernet Adapter Upgrade Use this link.) Chapter 5:...
...Configuration Utility. Displayed here is the version number of the Adapter. Enter the location of the Adapter currently accessed by your computer. Click the WWW.LINKSYS.COM button to visit the Linksys website, www.linksys.com. (You must have an active Internet connection to... is the MAC address of the Adapter. About The About screen displays information about the connected Adapter and a link to upgrade the connected Adapter's firmware. Status. To exit the Configuration Utility, click Exit. Firmware Version. PowerLine AV Ethernet Adapter Upgrade Use this link.) Chapter 5:...
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...Frequently Asked Questions." PowerLine AV Ethernet Adapter Appendix A: Troubleshooting This appendix consists of the LEDs light up on the Adapter. Common Problems and Solutions 1. When I scan the powerline network, I cannot connect to other network device to see if the adapter is working properly.... the Linksys website at www.linksys.com. Follow these instructions: 1. Unplug the Ethernet network cable from the electrical outlet. 3. Connect the Ethernet network cable to "Chapter 5: Using the Configuration Utility." 2. Check the Ethernet adapter on the powerline network ...
...Frequently Asked Questions." PowerLine AV Ethernet Adapter Appendix A: Troubleshooting This appendix consists of the LEDs light up on the Adapter. Common Problems and Solutions 1. When I scan the powerline network, I cannot connect to other network device to see if the adapter is working properly.... the Linksys website at www.linksys.com. Follow these instructions: 1. Unplug the Ethernet network cable from the electrical outlet. 3. Connect the Ethernet network cable to "Chapter 5: Using the Configuration Utility." 2. Check the Ethernet adapter on the powerline network ...
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... 1.0. Appendix A: Troubleshooting 15 Frequently Asked Questions How is enabled by default. Linksys recommends using previous HomePlug standards, such HomePlug 1.1 and HomePlug 1.0. however, HomePlug AV products can co-exist with technologies such as X-10, CEBus, and LonWorks....it uses the default, HomePlugAV.) Do HomePlug AV products cause interference with devices using previous HomePlug standards? PowerLine AV Ethernet Adapter Frequently Asked Questions What kind of powerline technology does the PowerLine AV Ethernet Adapter use 128-bit AES security encryption, which ...
... 1.0. Appendix A: Troubleshooting 15 Frequently Asked Questions How is enabled by default. Linksys recommends using previous HomePlug standards, such HomePlug 1.1 and HomePlug 1.0. however, HomePlug AV products can co-exist with technologies such as X-10, CEBus, and LonWorks....it uses the default, HomePlugAV.) Do HomePlug AV products cause interference with devices using previous HomePlug standards? PowerLine AV Ethernet Adapter Frequently Asked Questions What kind of powerline technology does the PowerLine AV Ethernet Adapter use 128-bit AES security encryption, which ...