Chapter 1 Introducing the VSG1435-B101

1.4.2 HomePNA

The ZyXEL Device complies with HomePNA (Home Phoneline Networking Alliance, also known as HPNA) 3.1, a home networking technology for carrying data over existing coaxial cables and telephone wiring.

The figure below shows your ZyXEL Device (A) connecting to a phone line outlet for DSL Internet access and a coaxial outlet to relay Internet connectivity to other coaxial outlets in the building. The laptop (B) connects wirelessly to the ZyXEL Device. The set-up box (C) connects into a coaxial outlet in another part of the house for access to online videos.

Figure 2 HomePNA Application

1.4.3 ZyXEL Device’s USB Support

The USB port of the ZyXEL Device is used for file-sharing.

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