ZyXEL Communications PLA-400 User manual

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Overview
The PLA-400 allows you to extend your network (and Internet
connection) to any electrical outlet in your home. The figure
below shows your PLA-400 (B) connected to a DSL modem
(A). You can plug a second PLA-400 (C) into another outlet in
your home and connect a computer for Internet access.
"See the User’s Guide for information on how to
use the configuration utility to manage your
PLA-400s.
Connections
This Quick Start Guide shows you how to make the following
connections:
1PLA-400 to a Cable/DSL modem, router or switch.
2PLA-400 to a computer in your home.
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BC
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1 Connecting the PLA-400 to a Cable/
DSL Modem or Router
1Use an Ethernet cable to connect the LAN port on the
PLA-400 an available Ethernet LAN port of your modem,
router or switch.
2Connect the PLA-400 into a power outlet.
3The PWR LED should be on and the ETHN LED should be
on or blinking.
VIf none of the LEDs are on, unplug your device
and recheck your hardware connections.

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2 Connecting the PLA-400 to a
Computer
1Use an Ethernet cable to connect the LAN port on the
PLA-400 to the Ethernet port on your computer.
2Connect the PLA-400 into a power outlet.
3The PWR LED should be on and the ETHN LED should be
on or blinking.
4When the PLA-400 detects a connection to another PLA-
400 (or another Homeplug AV compatible power line
adapter), the LINK LEDs turn on and blink when there is
traffic.

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VIf the LINK LED is not on, try using another
power outlet.
Troubleshooting
If you are having trouble setting up your connections, make
sure:
• Your outlets are working properly. Unplug the PLA-400 and
plug in another electrical appliance that you know works.
• The Ethernet Cables you are using are Category 5 or higher.
Most cables are labeled with their specifications.
• All Ethernet and power cables are securely connected.
If the LINK LED is off.
• Use the management utility (see the User’s Guide for details)
to detect all other HomePlug AV devices on your power line
network. Try plugging a second HomePlug AV device into an
adjacent socket (to your PLA-400) and see if the LINK LED
lights up.