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... Internet gateway such as "HomePlug AV". Plug a second PLA-4xx into an ordinary power outlet to easily extend a cable or DSL broadband connection or existing Ethernet (LAN) network to them. Figure 1 Expand Your Network with the PLA-4xx Connect your home and connecting other computers or network ... PLA-4xxs into an ordinary power outlet in any room of a house, all without the need for any other at high data transfer rates. (See Appendix A on page 79 for hardware connection information. Refer to ensure safe transfer of the PLA-4xx HomePlug AV compliant powerline adapter....
... Internet gateway such as "HomePlug AV". Plug a second PLA-4xx into an ordinary power outlet to easily extend a cable or DSL broadband connection or existing Ethernet (LAN) network to them. Figure 1 Expand Your Network with the PLA-4xx Connect your home and connecting other computers or network ... PLA-4xxs into an ordinary power outlet in any room of a house, all without the need for any other at high data transfer rates. (See Appendix A on page 79 for hardware connection information. Refer to ensure safe transfer of the PLA-4xx HomePlug AV compliant powerline adapter....
User Guide
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...powerline adapter directly connected to the computer running the configuration utility (local powerline adapter), you to change a network name. 2 It's a good idea to set up security on your Ethernet network. See Section 5.3 on the powerline adapter itself. When you must enter the adapters' DAK password in the PLA... circuit, but not directly connected to manage the powerline adapters on the PLA-4xx. If your devices do not have them, download the latest firmware and utility from the ZyXEL website. 1.6 Security Since your powerline network may extend outside your premises, it is ...
...powerline adapter directly connected to the computer running the configuration utility (local powerline adapter), you to change a network name. 2 It's a good idea to set up security on your Ethernet network. See Section 5.3 on the powerline adapter itself. When you must enter the adapters' DAK password in the PLA... circuit, but not directly connected to manage the powerline adapters on the PLA-4xx. If your devices do not have them, download the latest firmware and utility from the ZyXEL website. 1.6 Security Since your powerline network may extend outside your premises, it is ...
User Guide
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...switch on setting up a multiple network. 1.7 Multiple Networks Multiple powerline networks can communicate with each other. Again, add additional powerline adapters and assign them "Password1". Chapter 1 Introducing the PLA-4xx Without security (encryption) your network more secure with a private...change the Network Name to your powerline circuit. Add additional powerline adapters to create multiple powerline networks. This completes the configuration of your premises. Information is accessible to anyone using a powerline adapter on the second Ethernet network and assign a different ...
...switch on setting up a multiple network. 1.7 Multiple Networks Multiple powerline networks can communicate with each other. Again, add additional powerline adapters and assign them "Password1". Chapter 1 Introducing the PLA-4xx Without security (encryption) your network more secure with a private...change the Network Name to your powerline circuit. Add additional powerline adapters to create multiple powerline networks. This completes the configuration of your premises. Information is accessible to anyone using a powerline adapter on the second Ethernet network and assign a different ...
User Guide
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...table describes the labels in these fields (immediately). This screen opens up a secure powerline network by the Ethernet interface (network card) connected directly to the PLA-4xx. Chapter 5 The Configuration Utility 5.3 Configuration Screen Use the Configuration screen to see...devices which powerline network information is only one connection, however, if your powerline network but not directly connected to identify the powerline adapters recognized on the powerline network. Site This field displays • Local, if it is identifying the powerline adapter directly connected...
...table describes the labels in these fields (immediately). This screen opens up a secure powerline network by the Ethernet interface (network card) connected directly to the PLA-4xx. Chapter 5 The Configuration Utility 5.3 Configuration Screen Use the Configuration screen to see...devices which powerline network information is only one connection, however, if your powerline network but not directly connected to identify the powerline adapters recognized on the powerline network. Site This field displays • Local, if it is identifying the powerline adapter directly connected...
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...how fast information is received from the powerline adapter selected in this powerline adapter. The powerline adapters listed in the Configuration screen to the PLA-4xx. It consists of six pairs of your ZyXEL HomePlug AV adapter. 50 PLA-4xx Series User's Guide Application data reflects... is sent from the powerline adapter selected in your powerline adapter can be found by the Ethernet interface (network card) connected directly to this table are all the Remote powerline adapters. In other words, if the Local powerline adapter is displayed. Raw data...
...how fast information is received from the powerline adapter selected in this powerline adapter. The powerline adapters listed in the Configuration screen to the PLA-4xx. It consists of six pairs of your ZyXEL HomePlug AV adapter. 50 PLA-4xx Series User's Guide Application data reflects... is sent from the powerline adapter selected in your powerline adapter can be found by the Ethernet interface (network card) connected directly to this table are all the Remote powerline adapters. In other words, if the Local powerline adapter is displayed. Raw data...
User Guide
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...and Low. In the example firmware version given in the screen, 3-0-3052, the firmware version is shown by the Ethernet interface (network card) on the bottom of your PLA-4xx displayed on a sticker on your computer has two network cards and both are configuring. Typically there is earlier... Series User's Guide 53 Site This field displays: • Local, if it is the PLA-4xx directly connected to . The new Priority setting is applied to the selected powerline adapter. 5.7 About Screen Use the About screen to view information regarding the configuration utility and firmware version of ...
...and Low. In the example firmware version given in the screen, 3-0-3052, the firmware version is shown by the Ethernet interface (network card) on the bottom of your PLA-4xx displayed on a sticker on your computer has two network cards and both are configuring. Typically there is earlier... Series User's Guide 53 Site This field displays: • Local, if it is the PLA-4xx directly connected to . The new Priority setting is applied to the selected powerline adapter. 5.7 About Screen Use the About screen to view information regarding the configuration utility and firmware version of ...
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... the powerline adapter to your computer. 4 Use a LAN or Ethernet cable (shown below . 56 PLA-4xx Series User's Guide You can find the DAK Password on a label on your powerline device. 6.1.2 Accessing Your Powerline Adapter 1 Attach the power cord that have the same network name. Figure 32 Connect Your Powerline Adapter to Start > (All) Programs > ZyXEL PLA-4xx Series Configuration > PLA-4xx...
... the powerline adapter to your computer. 4 Use a LAN or Ethernet cable (shown below . 56 PLA-4xx Series User's Guide You can find the DAK Password on a label on your powerline device. 6.1.2 Accessing Your Powerline Adapter 1 Attach the power cord that have the same network name. Figure 32 Connect Your Powerline Adapter to Start > (All) Programs > ZyXEL PLA-4xx Series Configuration > PLA-4xx...
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...router, modem, switch or a computer connected to it . It also indicates the PLA-400 v2 is on and receiving power. Red The PLA-401 v2 detects another powerline adapter. Blinking at the same time as the POWER light indicates an unsuccessful connection if ...HomePlug ICON ETHERNET STATUS On Blinking Off On Blinking Off DESCRIPTION The PLA-401 detects another powerline adapter. The ETHERNET port is communicating with another powerline adapter. Blinking The PLA-401 v2 is on the PLA-401 v2. Off The HomePlug port does not detect another powerline adapter. The data...
...router, modem, switch or a computer connected to it . It also indicates the PLA-400 v2 is on and receiving power. Red The PLA-401 v2 detects another powerline adapter. Blinking at the same time as the POWER light indicates an unsuccessful connection if ...HomePlug ICON ETHERNET STATUS On Blinking Off On Blinking Off DESCRIPTION The PLA-401 detects another powerline adapter. The ETHERNET port is communicating with another powerline adapter. Blinking The PLA-401 v2 is on the PLA-401 v2. Off The HomePlug port does not detect another powerline adapter. The data...
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HomePlug On The PLA-400 detects another powerline adapter. The following table describes the behavior of the lights on the PLA-400. ETHERNET On The ETHERNET port is communicating with another powerline adapter. Table 13 PLA-400 v2/402 v2 Lights LIGHTS ICON COLOR STATUS DESCRIPTION POWER Green On The PLA-400 v2/402 v2 is not receiving power. Blinking at the same time as...
HomePlug On The PLA-400 detects another powerline adapter. The following table describes the behavior of the lights on the PLA-400. ETHERNET On The ETHERNET port is communicating with another powerline adapter. Table 13 PLA-400 v2/402 v2 Lights LIGHTS ICON COLOR STATUS DESCRIPTION POWER Green On The PLA-400 v2/402 v2 is not receiving power. Blinking at the same time as...
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... PLA-400 v2/402 v2 is the front panel of the PLA-470 and PLA-470 v2. Use the lights to its ETHERNET port. 7.1.3 PLA-470/PLA470 v2 The following figure is communicating with another powerline adapter. Figure 48 PLA-470 and PLA-470 v2 Lights 68 PLA-4xx Series User's Guide Red The PLA-400 v2/402 v2 detects another powerline adapter. Off The PLA-400...
... PLA-400 v2/402 v2 is the front panel of the PLA-470 and PLA-470 v2. Use the lights to its ETHERNET port. 7.1.3 PLA-470/PLA470 v2 The following figure is communicating with another powerline adapter. Figure 48 PLA-470 and PLA-470 v2 Lights 68 PLA-4xx Series User's Guide Red The PLA-400 v2/402 v2 detects another powerline adapter. Off The PLA-400...
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... The PLA-470 detects another powerline adapter. The following table describes the behavior of the lights on and receiving power. Blinking at the same time as the POWER light indicates an unsuccessful connection if you have used the ENCRYPT button. Off The PLA470 v2 is on and receiving power. ETHERNET Green On The ETHERNET port...
... The PLA-470 detects another powerline adapter. The following table describes the behavior of the lights on and receiving power. Blinking at the same time as the POWER light indicates an unsuccessful connection if you have used the ENCRYPT button. Off The PLA470 v2 is on and receiving power. ETHERNET Green On The ETHERNET port...
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...continued) LIGHTS ICON COLOR STATUS HomePlug Green On Amber Red Green/ Amber/ Red Blinking ETHERNET Green Off On Blinking Off DESCRIPTION The PLA470 v2 detects another powerline adapter. Blinking at the same time as the POWER light indicates an unsuccessful connection if you ...v2 detects a device connected to it . The ETHERNET port is communicating with another powerline adapter. The PLA470 v2 detects another powerline adapter. Figure 49 PLA491 Lights 70 PLA-4xx Series User's Guide The PLA470 v2 is on your powerline network. The data transfer rate is between 0~10 ...
...continued) LIGHTS ICON COLOR STATUS HomePlug Green On Amber Red Green/ Amber/ Red Blinking ETHERNET Green Off On Blinking Off DESCRIPTION The PLA470 v2 detects another powerline adapter. Blinking at the same time as the POWER light indicates an unsuccessful connection if you ...v2 detects a device connected to it . The ETHERNET port is communicating with another powerline adapter. The PLA470 v2 detects another powerline adapter. Figure 49 PLA491 Lights 70 PLA-4xx Series User's Guide The PLA470 v2 is on your powerline network. The data transfer rate is between 0~10 ...
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... it . Red The PLA491 detects another powerline adapter. The data transfer rate is between 0~10 Mbps. Off The HomePlug port does not detect another powerline adapter. PLA-4xx Series User's Guide 71 HomePlug Green On The PLA491 detects another powerline adapter. This checks the status of the power... outlet. 5 If the problem continues, contact the vendor. The data transfer rate is starting up. ETHERNET Green On The ETHERNET port is communicating with the PLA-4xx. 2 Make sure the ...
... it . Red The PLA491 detects another powerline adapter. The data transfer rate is between 0~10 Mbps. Off The HomePlug port does not detect another powerline adapter. PLA-4xx Series User's Guide 71 HomePlug Green On The PLA491 detects another powerline adapter. This checks the status of the power... outlet. 5 If the problem continues, contact the vendor. The data transfer rate is starting up. ETHERNET Green On The ETHERNET port is communicating with the PLA-4xx. 2 Make sure the ...
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... called the network password) is working correctly, and that all your powerline adapters are HomePlug AV compliant. Contact the vendor to replace any damaged cables. 3 Check the Ethernet adapter on your computer and make sure it's enabled and working properly. 4 If the PLA-4xx is connected to Section 5.4 on page 48 for instructions on checking...
... called the network password) is working correctly, and that all your powerline adapters are HomePlug AV compliant. Contact the vendor to replace any damaged cables. 3 Check the Ethernet adapter on your computer and make sure it's enabled and working properly. 4 If the PLA-4xx is connected to Section 5.4 on page 48 for instructions on checking...
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Go to standard power outlets. The latest utility cannot communicate with PLA-4xxs using earlier versions of my devices. • Inspect the LEDs on your local device. 7.4 Powerline Problems V The signal on my powerline network is weak. 1 Your powerline adapters may be greyed out. • If you are on or blinking.... do not have the latest utility, download it from the ZyXEL website. • If the device is not a ZyXEL device, then the DAK and Network Name will not detect your PLA-4xx and make sure that the ETHERNET and HomePlug LEDs are using Windows XP or Windows Vista (...
Go to standard power outlets. The latest utility cannot communicate with PLA-4xxs using earlier versions of my devices. • Inspect the LEDs on your local device. 7.4 Powerline Problems V The signal on my powerline network is weak. 1 Your powerline adapters may be greyed out. • If you are on or blinking.... do not have the latest utility, download it from the ZyXEL website. • If the device is not a ZyXEL device, then the DAK and Network Name will not detect your PLA-4xx and make sure that the ETHERNET and HomePlug LEDs are using Windows XP or Windows Vista (...
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... the connection setup process. An amber light indicates the PLA491 is turned on . Pressing the switch into the Reset position will turn off the powerline adapter. PLA-4xx Series User's Guide 79 Pressing this button in for more than 3 seconds resets the device to the previous version. AC Switch PLA491 only...186 mm (D) x 96 mm (H) Power Input PLA-400/401 v2 100 - 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 0.12 A PLA-400 v2/402 v2 100 - 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 0.13 A PLA401/470/470 v2 100 - 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 0.2 A PLA491 100 - 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 10 A (Max.) Ethernet Port Auto-negotiating: 10 Mbps or...
... the connection setup process. An amber light indicates the PLA491 is turned on . Pressing the switch into the Reset position will turn off the powerline adapter. PLA-4xx Series User's Guide 79 Pressing this button in for more than 3 seconds resets the device to the previous version. AC Switch PLA491 only...186 mm (D) x 96 mm (H) Power Input PLA-400/401 v2 100 - 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 0.12 A PLA-400 v2/402 v2 100 - 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 0.13 A PLA401/470/470 v2 100 - 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 0.2 A PLA491 100 - 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 10 A (Max.) Ethernet Port Auto-negotiating: 10 Mbps or...