NETGEAR XAVB5501-100NAS, XAV5501-100NAS user manual Installing the XAV5501 Powerline Utility

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This chapter explains how to install and use the XAV5501 Powerline Utility. The Powerline Utility works with all Powerline AV products. The models XAV101, XAV101v2, XAV1004, XAV1501, XAV2001, XAV2501, XAVN2001, XAV5001, and XAV5004 are compatible and can share the same powerline network.

Use the NETGEAR Powerline Utility to:

•Configure encryption for your Powerline network

•Perform diagnostics and monitor performance

•Set quality of service (QoS) features to prioritize Powerline network traffic

•Reset adapters to factory default settings

Installing the XAV5501 Powerline Utility

This utility allows you to set your own unique Powerline network encryption key, and prioritize traffic passing through your Powerline network.

To install the XAV5501 Powerline Utility:

1.From your browser, go to this URL link: http://support.netgear.com/app/products/model/a_id/16168

2.Under Product Quick Links, click Powerline Utility Version 2.0.0.8.

3.Scroll down to the bottom of the Powerline Utility Version 2.0.0.8 page, and right-click the Right-click and Save to Download button.

4.On the pop-up menu, select Save Target As, and save the Powerline utility to the directory of your choice.

5.Click the Run button when prompted.

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Contents XAV5501 Powerline AV+ Adapter Technical Support TrademarksStatement of Conditions Revision HistoryContents Installation and Basic Configuration How the Powerline AV+ 500 Adapter Fits in Your NetworkPowerline XAV5501 Adapter Features LED and Feature DescriptionsXAV5501 Product Label Model Number Feature Descriptions Installing Your Powerline XAV5501 Adapter Prepare for InstallationConnecting a Powerline AV+ 500 Adapter to the Router Connecting the XAV5501 to a RouterTo add Powerline adapters Adding Adapters to Your NetworkUnderstanding Powerline Network Security Set the Encryption KeyTo set a private encryption key Installing the XAV5501 Powerline Utility To install the XAV5501 Powerline UtilityPowerline Utility Screen Navigate to Start Programs Netgear Netgear Powerline UtilityChange the Name of a Powerline Device Powerline Utility main screenTo name any Powerline device in your Powerline network Turn LEDs On or OffSet Encryption Keys Set Up Quality of Service QoS To set the Encryption Key for the Powerline networkClick Apply Security to Selected Devices QoS Setup screen Using the XAV5501 Powerline Utility To prioritize by general application typeReset a Device to Factory Settings Add a Device to a Powerline NetworkTo reset to factory defaults Security Icon To add a device from a locally connected computerClick the Apply Security to Selected Devices button Return to the Default Network Encryption Key Click the Use Default Encryption Key buttonProduct Registration and Support Basic FunctioningLED Troubleshooting Tips LED and Feature TroubleshootingProblems after Changing the Network Encryption Key Technical Specifications Supplemental InformationSafety Information Electromagnetic EmissionsAppendix A. Supplemental Information Netgear Powerline Products Notification of ComplianceRegulatory Compliance Information FCC Requirements for Operation in the United StatesFCC Declaration Of Conformity GPL License Agreement Index Index