NETGEAR XAVB5501-100NAS, XAV5501-100NAS user manual Installation and Basic Configuration

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This chapter describes how to install and configure the XAV5501 Powerline AV+ 500 Adapter. It also explains the security features and how to customize the encryption key for added security.

How the Powerline AV+ 500 Adapter Fits in Your Network

You can use one or more Powerline XAV5501 Adapters to extend your Ethernet network anywhere in your house using your existing electrical power lines. following illustration shows an existing Powerline network with one Powerline device Room 1, and second Powerline device added in Room 2:

Room 1

Room 2

Figure 1. Powerline Adapter Connected to an Ethernet Network

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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 NetworkLED and Feature Descriptions Powerline XAV5501 Adapter FeaturesXAV5501 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 screenTurn LEDs On or Off To name any Powerline device in your Powerline networkSet Encryption Keys To set the Encryption Key for the Powerline network Set Up Quality of Service QoSClick Apply Security to Selected Devices QoS Setup screen Using the XAV5501 Powerline Utility To prioritize by general application typeAdd a Device to a Powerline Network Reset a Device to Factory SettingsTo reset to factory defaults To add a device from a locally connected computer Security IconClick 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