Product Data Sheet
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... Powerline 2000 adapter is one of the easiest ways to extend a wired Internet connection to any room without running long wires. Encrypts Powerline network connections with the touch of your wired network reliably. up to the Ethernet ports. overall Powerline network performance. Powerline 2000 + Extra Outlet Extend Internet access to any room over existing electrical wiring Data Sheet PLP2000 • Extremely fast Gigabit speeds • Extra noise-filtered power outlet • Perfect for connecting...
... Powerline 2000 adapter is one of the easiest ways to extend a wired Internet connection to any room without running long wires. Encrypts Powerline network connections with the touch of your wired network reliably. up to the Ethernet ports. overall Powerline network performance. Powerline 2000 + Extra Outlet Extend Internet access to any room over existing electrical wiring Data Sheet PLP2000 • Extremely fast Gigabit speeds • Extra noise-filtered power outlet • Perfect for connecting...
Product Data Sheet
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..., CA 95134-1911 USA, www.NETGEAR.com/support D-PLP2000-0 PAGE 2 OF 2 NETGEAR, the NETGEAR Logo, and genie are trademarks of Apple Inc. Powerline 2000 + Extra Outlet Connection Diagram Data Sheet PLP2000 Filtered power socket Pick-a-Plug LED Connects to Ethernet ports Push-and-Secure button Package Contents • Two (2) Powerline 2000 + Extra Outlet Adapters (PLP2000) • Two (2) Ethernet cables • Quick start guide Specifications • Dimensions: 133.5 x 72 x 37.8 mm (5.26 x 2.83 x 1.49 in) • Weight: 226g (0.5lb) • 2,000Mbps...
..., CA 95134-1911 USA, www.NETGEAR.com/support D-PLP2000-0 PAGE 2 OF 2 NETGEAR, the NETGEAR Logo, and genie are trademarks of Apple Inc. Powerline 2000 + Extra Outlet Connection Diagram Data Sheet PLP2000 Filtered power socket Pick-a-Plug LED Connects to Ethernet ports Push-and-Secure button Package Contents • Two (2) Powerline 2000 + Extra Outlet Adapters (PLP2000) • Two (2) Ethernet cables • Quick start guide Specifications • Dimensions: 133.5 x 72 x 37.8 mm (5.26 x 2.83 x 1.49 in) • Weight: 226g (0.5lb) • 2,000Mbps...
Installation Guide
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You can add up to 16 adapters to extend your existing electrical wiring. Getting Started Powerline adapters give you an alternative way to extend your network using your network. 3 Plug two or more Powerline adapters into electrical outlets to create a wired network connection.
You can add up to 16 adapters to extend your existing electrical wiring. Getting Started Powerline adapters give you an alternative way to extend your network using your network. 3 Plug two or more Powerline adapters into electrical outlets to create a wired network connection.
Installation Guide
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...). Power LED Solid green. Blinking green (blink every second). The adapter did not find any other compatible Powerline devices using the same encryption key. 5 Slow blinking green (blink every three seconds). The electrical power is in power saving mode. The adapter is on. Link rate < 50 Mbps (good). Off. Off. The adapter is detected. Green. Ethernet LED Solid green. No Ethernet connection is in the process of setting up security. Pick A Plug LED The...
...). Power LED Solid green. Blinking green (blink every second). The adapter did not find any other compatible Powerline devices using the same encryption key. 5 Slow blinking green (blink every three seconds). The electrical power is in power saving mode. The adapter is on. Link rate < 50 Mbps (good). Off. Off. The adapter is detected. Green. Ethernet LED Solid green. No Ethernet connection is in the process of setting up security. Pick A Plug LED The...
Installation Guide
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Security/Factory Press and hold the Security/Factory Reset button for 1 to Reset button 3 seconds and then release it to return the Powerline adapter to your adapter meets, see the user manual. 6 Use Ethernet cables to connect your wired devices, including computers, WiFi routers, or game consoles, to its factory default settings. Ethernet ports Two GbE ports. For information about the standards your Powerline network. Press and hold the Security/Factory Reset button for 8 to 10 seconds, and then release it to create a secure Powerline network.
Security/Factory Press and hold the Security/Factory Reset button for 1 to Reset button 3 seconds and then release it to return the Powerline adapter to your adapter meets, see the user manual. 6 Use Ethernet cables to connect your wired devices, including computers, WiFi routers, or game consoles, to its factory default settings. Ethernet ports Two GbE ports. For information about the standards your Powerline network. Press and hold the Security/Factory Reset button for 8 to 10 seconds, and then release it to create a secure Powerline network.
Installation Guide
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... Security/Factory Reset button on page 10). Plug in power saving mode (see Troubleshooting Tips on the Powerline adapter until the Pick A Plug LEDs are installing additional adapters, repeat Step 3 with each other adapters in your new adapters. 2. Note: The Security/Factory Reset button does not work in your existing network for 8 to 10 seconds to return the Powerline adapter to its factory default settings. 8 Wait until installation is optional, but highly recommended. ¾...
... Security/Factory Reset button on page 10). Plug in power saving mode (see Troubleshooting Tips on the Powerline adapter until the Pick A Plug LEDs are installing additional adapters, repeat Step 3 with each other adapters in your new adapters. 2. Note: The Security/Factory Reset button does not work in your existing network for 8 to 10 seconds to return the Powerline adapter to its factory default settings. 8 Wait until installation is optional, but highly recommended. ¾...
Installation Guide
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Plug in and connect the adapters to your equipment. ¾¾ To add adapters to a Powerline network with security set: 1. You must press both buttons within two minutes. 9 Add Adapters To add adapters before you configure the Security Reset feature, just plug them in and connect the new adapters. 2. On any of the adapters that are already a part of the secure network, press and hold the Security/Factory Reset button for two seconds. 3. On the new adapter, press and hold the Security/Factory Reset button for two seconds.
Plug in and connect the adapters to your equipment. ¾¾ To add adapters to a Powerline network with security set: 1. You must press both buttons within two minutes. 9 Add Adapters To add adapters before you configure the Security Reset feature, just plug them in and connect the new adapters. 2. On any of the adapters that are already a part of the secure network, press and hold the Security/Factory Reset button for two seconds. 3. On the new adapter, press and hold the Security/Factory Reset button for two seconds.
Installation Guide
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... are not plugged into an extension cord, power strip, or surge protector. This can occur in the following circumstances: • The Ethernet cable is unplugged. • The device connected through the Ethernet cable is turned off. • The adapter is off . • If you already set network security, make sure that the Powerline devices are using the same encryption key. See the online user manual for details...
... are not plugged into an extension cord, power strip, or surge protector. This can occur in the following circumstances: • The Ethernet cable is unplugged. • The device connected through the Ethernet cable is turned off. • The adapter is off . • If you already set network security, make sure that the Powerline devices are using the same encryption key. See the online user manual for details...
Installation Guide
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Something is interfering with motors. Ethernet LED is amber or red. Pick A Plug LED is off. • Make sure that might be causing interference such as surge suppressors and items with communication between adapters. To resolve this, do the following: • Move the adapter to another outlet. • Unplug devices that the Ethernet cables are working and securely plugged into the devices. • Press and hold the Security/Factory Reset button on each Powerline adapter for 8 to 10 seconds to return the device to its factory default settings. 11
Something is interfering with motors. Ethernet LED is amber or red. Pick A Plug LED is off. • Make sure that might be causing interference such as surge suppressors and items with communication between adapters. To resolve this, do the following: • Move the adapter to another outlet. • Unplug devices that the Ethernet cables are working and securely plugged into the devices. • Press and hold the Security/Factory Reset button on each Powerline adapter for 8 to 10 seconds to return the device to its factory default settings. 11
User Manual
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Trademarks ©NETGEAR, Inc., NETGEAR and the NETGEAR Logo are used for purchasing this NETGEAR product. See the regulatory compliance document before connecting the power supply. 2 For regulatory compliance information, visit http://www.netgear.com/about/regulatory. Compliance For current EU Declaration of NETGEAR, Inc. You can visit www.netgear.com/support to register your product, get help, access the latest downloads and user manuals, and join...
Trademarks ©NETGEAR, Inc., NETGEAR and the NETGEAR Logo are used for purchasing this NETGEAR product. See the regulatory compliance document before connecting the power supply. 2 For regulatory compliance information, visit http://www.netgear.com/about/regulatory. Compliance For current EU Declaration of NETGEAR, Inc. You can visit www.netgear.com/support to register your product, get help, access the latest downloads and user manuals, and join...
User Manual
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...Adapter PLP2000 Adapter 5 LED Descriptions 6 Button Descriptions 7 Ethernet Port...7 Extra Outlet...7 Adapter Label...7 Chapter 2 PowerLINE Networks How the PowerLINE Adapter Fits Into Your Network 9 Set Up a New PowerLINE Network 10 Add an Adapter to an Existing PowerLINE Network 12 About PowerLINE Network Security 13 Use the Security/Factory Reset Button to Set the Encryption Key 13 Chapter 3 Troubleshooting LEDs Are Off When the PowerLINE Device Is Plugged In 16 Power LED Is Off 16 Ethernet LED Is Off 16 Appendix A Technical Specifications and Safety Information PowerLINE PLP2000...
...Adapter PLP2000 Adapter 5 LED Descriptions 6 Button Descriptions 7 Ethernet Port...7 Extra Outlet...7 Adapter Label...7 Chapter 2 PowerLINE Networks How the PowerLINE Adapter Fits Into Your Network 9 Set Up a New PowerLINE Network 10 Add an Adapter to an Existing PowerLINE Network 12 About PowerLINE Network Security 13 Use the Security/Factory Reset Button to Set the Encryption Key 13 Chapter 3 Troubleshooting LEDs Are Off When the PowerLINE Device Is Plugged In 16 Power LED Is Off 16 Ethernet LED Is Off 16 Appendix A Technical Specifications and Safety Information PowerLINE PLP2000...
User Manual
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... adapter is linked. Ethernet LED Solid green. Off. Link rate < 50 Mbps (good). Amber. Your PowerLINE Adapter 6 The Ethernet port is in the process of your PowerLINE adapter. Link rate > 50 and < 80 Mbps (better). The adapter did not find any other compatible PowerLINE devices using the same encryption key. Slow blinking green. (Blink rate about once a second) The adapter is on. The adapter is detected. LED descriptions Item Power LED Description Solid green. Pick A Plug LED The Pick A Plug...
... adapter is linked. Ethernet LED Solid green. Off. Link rate < 50 Mbps (good). Amber. Your PowerLINE Adapter 6 The Ethernet port is in the process of your PowerLINE adapter. Link rate > 50 and < 80 Mbps (better). The adapter did not find any other compatible PowerLINE devices using the same encryption key. Slow blinking green. (Blink rate about once a second) The adapter is on. The adapter is detected. LED descriptions Item Power LED Description Solid green. Pick A Plug LED The Pick A Plug...
User Manual
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... TV, HD set-top box, or network DVR. Press and hold the Security/Factory Reset button for use. Adapter Label The adapter label provides unique details specific to convert a standard electrical wall outlet into a high-speed wired network connection. See Technical Specifications and Safety Information on page 17. It displays the following: • Model number • MAC address • Serial number • Device password Your PowerLINE Adapter 7 PowerLINE 2000 Button Descriptions Use the buttons to restore...
... TV, HD set-top box, or network DVR. Press and hold the Security/Factory Reset button for use. Adapter Label The adapter label provides unique details specific to convert a standard electrical wall outlet into a high-speed wired network connection. See Technical Specifications and Safety Information on page 17. It displays the following: • Model number • MAC address • Serial number • Device password Your PowerLINE Adapter 7 PowerLINE 2000 Button Descriptions Use the buttons to restore...
User Manual
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... or gateway using an Ethernet cable. 2. PowerLINE networks use an encryption key common to all adapters on the network.You can use two or more PowerLINE adapters to form a network or extend an existing network to additional wired Ethernet devices. Plug one of these devices might prevent PowerLINE products from working correctly or reduce PowerLINE network performance. • Do not plug PowerLINE products into a power strip, extension cord, or surge protector. Set Up a New PowerLINE Network You can use the default key...
... or gateway using an Ethernet cable. 2. PowerLINE networks use an encryption key common to all adapters on the network.You can use two or more PowerLINE adapters to form a network or extend an existing network to additional wired Ethernet devices. Plug one of these devices might prevent PowerLINE products from working correctly or reduce PowerLINE network performance. • Do not plug PowerLINE products into a power strip, extension cord, or surge protector. Set Up a New PowerLINE Network You can use the default key...
User Manual
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... as 5 seconds or up to Set the Encryption Key on your adapter to connect the PowerLINE device to its factory default settings. Connect the device to the LAN port on page 13. To use the Factory Reset button to return the PowerLINE adapter to an Ethernet port on the other adapter for the PowerLINE network to add Internet access. 5. A red Pick A Plug LED indicates a slow link rate. Use the Ethernet cable that is not yet secured...
... as 5 seconds or up to Set the Encryption Key on your adapter to connect the PowerLINE device to its factory default settings. Connect the device to the LAN port on page 13. To use the Factory Reset button to return the PowerLINE adapter to an Ethernet port on the other adapter for the PowerLINE network to add Internet access. 5. A red Pick A Plug LED indicates a slow link rate. Use the Ethernet cable that is not yet secured...
User Manual
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... factory default settings. In this button too soon can add additional adapters to detect each other and form a PowerLINE network. 3. To add an adapter to another electrical outlet with each other (indicated by the blinking Power LED). If the Pick A Plug LEDs are green or amber, the devices are communicating with a faster connection. Both buttons must be pressed within two minutes. A red Pick A Plug LED indicates a slow link rate. When the Power LED stops blinking, the...
... factory default settings. In this button too soon can add additional adapters to detect each other and form a PowerLINE network. 3. To add an adapter to another electrical outlet with each other (indicated by the blinking Power LED). If the Pick A Plug LEDs are green or amber, the devices are communicating with a faster connection. Both buttons must be pressed within two minutes. A red Pick A Plug LED indicates a slow link rate. When the Power LED stops blinking, the...
User Manual
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.../Factory Reset button on page 13. The Power LED starts blinking after you want to configure are plugged in settings such as the first device so that all other PowerLINE devices on each other more PowerLINE devices using the same network encryption key. Make sure that they can use his or her connection to gain access to its factory default settings by pressing the Security/Factory Reset button for...
.../Factory Reset button on page 13. The Power LED starts blinking after you want to configure are plugged in settings such as the first device so that all other PowerLINE devices on each other more PowerLINE devices using the same network encryption key. Make sure that they can use his or her connection to gain access to its factory default settings by pressing the Security/Factory Reset button for...
User Manual
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... device is connected to a PowerLINE network, the Pick A Plug LED is lit. • If the PowerLINE device is connected through the Ethernet port to a powered-on page 16. The Power LED lights. 2. If you plug in troubleshooting your PowerLINE adapter is lit. The first step in the PowerLINE device, the following : • The Power LED is not lit, see Ethernet LED Is Off on Ethernet device, the Ethernet LED is to diagnose and solve problems that...
... device is connected to a PowerLINE network, the Pick A Plug LED is lit. • If the PowerLINE device is connected through the Ethernet port to a powered-on page 16. The Power LED lights. 2. If you plug in troubleshooting your PowerLINE adapter is lit. The first step in the PowerLINE device, the following : • The Power LED is not lit, see Ethernet LED Is Off on Ethernet device, the Ethernet LED is to diagnose and solve problems that...
User Manual
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... extension cord, power strip, or surge protector. 2. Try these steps: 1. You can try several troubleshooting tips. If your PowerLINE device is connected to the LAN port of your PowerLINE device is connected to a computer, game console, Blu-ray player, or other peripheral device, make sure of the following : • Your router and modem are off , the Ethernet port on the adapter is not linked. Make...
... extension cord, power strip, or surge protector. 2. Try these steps: 1. You can try several troubleshooting tips. If your PowerLINE device is connected to the LAN port of your PowerLINE device is connected to a computer, game console, Blu-ray player, or other peripheral device, make sure of the following : • Your router and modem are off , the Ethernet port on the adapter is not linked. Make...
User Manual
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... except as air conditioners, power tools, space heaters, fans, hair dryers, ovens, or refrigerators. • Actual data throughput will vary. The device is not intended to be sure that the voltage selection switch (if provided) on the power supply is set to be sure that the PowerLINE PassThru Adapter is less than CB), relevant national standards for plug, socket-outlet, and direct plug-in...
... except as air conditioners, power tools, space heaters, fans, hair dryers, ovens, or refrigerators. • Actual data throughput will vary. The device is not intended to be sure that the voltage selection switch (if provided) on the power supply is set to be sure that the PowerLINE PassThru Adapter is less than CB), relevant national standards for plug, socket-outlet, and direct plug-in...