NexusLink GPL-2000WAC-KIT User manual

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Quick Install Guide
GPL-2000WAC-KIT G.hn 2000 Powerline Adapter with WiFi Kit
Understanding Your Powerline Adapter
LED
Color
Mode
Description
*Applies only to GPL-2000WAC
Power LED
Green
On
The Adapter is powered on.
Off
Off
The Adapter is powered off or faulty.
Connection LED
Green
On
The current connection (line rate) is more than 40Mbps.
Orange
On
The current connection (line rate) is between 5Mbps and 40Mbps.
Red
On
The current connection (line rate) is less than 5Mbps.
Off
Off
An Adapter connection does not exist.
Security LED
Green
On
The Adapter is secure (it has received or generated network keys).
Blinking
The Adapter is in the process of being secure.
Off
Off
The Adapter is not secure.
2.4GHz LED *
Green
On
2.4GHz WLAN is on.
Off
Off
2.4GHz WLAN is off.
5GHz LED *
Green
On
5GHz WLAN is on.
Off
Off
5GHz WLAN is off.
WPS LED *
Green
On
WPS is enabled.
Green
Blinking
A WPS connection is in process.
Off
Off
WPS is not enabled.
Etherent LED
Green
On
An Ethernet LAN connection is established.
Blinking
Data over the Ethernet LAN connection is being transmitted.
Off
Off
An Ethernet LAN connection is not established.
A
Ethernet Port
GPL-2000PT
GPL-2000WAC
ON/OFF
WiFi
On/Off Button
Turns the WiFi On and
Off
WPS
WPS Button
Enables WPS
Synchronization
B
Security Button
Enables Device
Synchronization
in Secure Mode
Reset Button
Press for more than 10
seconds for Factory
Reset
LED Icons
Descriptions are
provided below
LED Icons
Descriptions
are provided
below.

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Initial Powerline Adapter Setup
NOTE: A minimum of two G.hn Powerline Adapters are required to create a connection. The following
instructions show how to create a G.hn Powerline network using the GPL-2000PT and GPL-2000WAC.
Please skip to Steps 3-4 to add and secure additional G.hn Powerline adapters to your existing network.
1. Plug the GPL-2000PT Powerline Adapter into a power outlet near your Network Device
(Modem, Router, or Access Point).
For maximum performance, please plug the Powerline Adapter directly into the wall
outlet. Do not plug into a power strip or surge protector, as network performance could
degrade significantly.
2. Connect the GPL-2000PT to your Network Device (Modem, Router, or
Access Point) with an Ethernet (RJ-45) cable. Wait 10 seconds for the
Ethernet LED to light up GREEN, which indicates a connection is
established. A flashing GREEN light indicates that the device is sending
data.
3. Plug the GPL-2000WAC Powerline Adapter into a power outlet near the location you want
to add Wireless.
Pairing the Powerline Adapters
4. Press the Security Button on the GPL-2000PT until you see the Security LED start blinking
GREEN. Then press the Security Button on the GPL-2000WAC until you see the Security LED
start blinking GREEN. The Security LED and the Connection LED should be solid GREEN on
both Adapters when they are successfully paired.
Note: If you are adding to an existing G.hn Powerline network, then press the Security Button on any
Adapter in the existing G.hn Powerline network until you see the Security LED start blinking GREEN.
Network Device
(Modem, Router, or
Access Point)
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GPL-2000WAC
GPL-2000PT
Smart TV
Network Device
(Modem, Router, or
Access Point)

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Repeat this on the Powerline Adapter you are adding. The Security LED and the Connection LED will
light up GREEN on all adapters within the G.hn Powerline network.
5. Repeat Steps 3 to 4 to add additional Powerline Adapters. Please note that up to 16 devices
can be connected within a Powerline G.hn Network.
Please note, if you are adding supplementary G.hn Powerline Adapters with WiFi, then the
network will automatically unify all Access Points to a single SSID and Password per band.
Connect Your WiFi Devices to the New GPL-2000WAC Access Point
6. For some devices (E.g. laptops, cameras, set-top-boxes, etc.) Wireless
connectivity can be done via WPS (Wireless Protected Setup). WPS allows
you to simply connect devices to the new Access Point without entering a
username/password manually. To do this, please follow the instructions in
Section E below.
7. To connect your WiFi devices to your new GPL-2000WAC WiFi Access Point, select the GPL-2000WAC
Access Point using your WiFi device’s standard network list. The Network Name (SSID) and Password
(WiFi Key) can be found on the bottom of the GPL-2000WAC. Continue to Section F.
Setup of WiFi Devices via WPS (WiFi Protected Setup)
10. Press and hold the WPS Button for more than 2 seconds on the GPL-2000WAC to activate
its WPS. The GPL-2000WAC’s WPS LED should blink GREEN to indicate a WPS
connection is in progress.
11. Within two minutes, press the WPS Button (often the WPS/Reset Button) on your remote
Internet-Enabled Devices to activate WPS.
12. The devices will establish a secure WiFi connection.
Creating a Custom SSID & Password
13. If you would like a different SSID and Password than what is provided, you will need to change it via
the Web management interface. Start your Web browser and input “192.168.0.10” in the address
bar. Then press the “Enter” key.
14. You will then see the following displayed. Input the Username “root” and
default password “12345”. Then press the Login button to view the Web
management interface. Please ensure there are no other active network
connections on your computer (disconnect WiFi connections and Ethernet
cables).
F
D
E

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15. Press the “Wireless Settings” section in the left-hand sidebar. Here you can adjust the SSID for the
two Wireless bands.
16. Press the “Security Settings” section to adjust the Wireless
security settings for the wireless bands.
Troubleshooting
The following information should help you diagnose basic set up or installation problems.
Connection LED is OFF: The Connection LED shows that the Powerline Adapter is connected to the G.hn Network. If the indicator is
off, then plug both Powerline Adapters that you are attempting to pair into power outlets that are located within the same room. The
Connection LED should light up GREEN. If not, then press the Reset Button on each adapter for more than 10 seconds. Afterwards, you
can plug the units back into their original location.
Ethernet LED is OFF: If the Ethernet LED fails to light up, check that the LAN port of the Powerline Adapter is connected firmly to the
LAN port of the other device. To check the condition of the Ethernet cable, use another cable to test the same connection.
Security LED is OFF: If the Security LED is off, then it means the Powerline Adapter is not securely paired. Press the Security Button on the
Powerline Adapter for 3 seconds until you see the Security LED start flashing GREEN.Repeat this on the other Powerline Adapter. The
Security LED and the Connection LED will light up GREEN on both adapters. This means the adapters are now securely paired and have a
strong connection.
2.4GHz LED /5GHz LED is OFF: If the 2.4GHz LED/5GHz LED are off, then it means the WiFi is not enabled. You can turn on both
indicators, (i.e. enable WiFi) by pressing the WiFi Button on the side of the device. You can also login to the GPL-2000WAC Web
Interface to enable the WiFi. Please refer to the User Manual for additional details.
To join an existing G.hn Powerline network, press the Security Button on any Powerline Adapter in the existing G.hn Powerline network for
3 seconds until you see the Security LED start flashing GREEN. Then press the Security Button on the additional Powerline Adapter. The
Security LED and the Connection LED will light up GREEN on both adapters.
*If you have tried the above and are still experiencing problems, you can reset all devices to factory default by pushing the Reset
Button for more than 10 seconds (until all the LEDs of the device blink)
G
Call: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
Additional Help:
Visit the GPL-2000WAC Product Webpage for additional
resources such as a User Manual, FAQs, and/or Videos.
Link: nexuslinkusa.com/product/gpl-2000wac-kit
Power Specifications:
•I/P: 100-125Vac, 50/60Hz, 15A
•O/P: 100-125Vac, 50/60Hz, 15A
WARNING
•For indoor use only
•Disconnect the PLC from the power
source before servicing
•Do NOT open the casing
•Do NOT use near water
•Do NOT insert sharp objects into the
adapter’s socket
•Socket maximum output is 15A

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