ZyXEL Communications PLA4225 User manual

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PLA4225
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PLA4225
500 Mbps Powerline
4-Port Gigabit Switch
PLA4225
500 Mbps Powerline
4-Port Gigabit Switch
Benefits
Blazing-fast speed for multiple HD streams
Powered by the latest IEEE 1901 technology and four Gigabit Ethernet ports, the ZyXEL PLA4225
500 Mbps Powerline 4-Port Gigabit Switch provides an all-in-one solution for users to enjoy
multiple HD streams, multiplayer gaming and Web surfing simultaneously. In combination with the
Powerline Ethernet Adapter, the PLA4225 makes it convenient and easy for you to connect up to
four media devices,such as Internet HDTVs, Blu-ray™ players,DVRs, and game consoles, to the
home network through any electrical outlets in every corner of your home.
QoS enhances media streaming quality
The advanced Quality of Service (QoS) features improve the quality of multimedia streaming
applications such as triple-play services, HD video streaming, high-speed Internet access and VoIP.
Green product saves energy consumption
When there is no Ethernet connection, the PLA4225 will enter the power-saving mode to reduce
energy consumption by around 80% when compared to the powerline adapters without this
function.
Easy security setup
Data transmission through PLA4225 is protected by the 128-bit Advanced Encryption Security
(AES) security to provide a secure connection to the Internet.As data encryption can be easily
established by simply pressing a button on your PLA4225,there’s no complicated setup or
software required.
Blazing Speed Lives Up
Your Multimedia Streams
■ Blazing-fast 500 Mbps* speed
for HD video streaming and
gaming
■ Plug-and-play connection to
up to four media devices at
Gigabit wire speed
■ Compliant with IEEE1901 and
compatible with HomePlug AV
■ QoS enhances media
streaming quality
■ Power-saving mode reduces
energy waste
■ Encrypt button for easy
security setup
■ Secure networking with
128-bit AES encryption
■ Multi-color LED indicates
powerline network quality

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Powerline
Ethernet
AV/HDMI Cable
Internet
NBG5715
Simultaneous
Dual-Band Wireless N
Media Router
PLA4205
500 Mbps
Powerline Gigabit
Ethernet Adapter NSA320
2-Bay Power Media Server
IP Set-Top Box
Game Console
Blu-ray Player
HDTV
xDSL/Cable
Modem
PLA4225
500 Mbps Powerline
4-Port Gigabit Switch
PLA4225
500 Mbps Powerline
4-Port Gigabit Switch
PLA4225
500 Mbps Powerline
4-Port Gigabit Switch
System Specifications
Standard
• Compliant with IEEE 1901 with data transfer rate
of up to 500 Mbps*
• Compatible with HomePlug AV standard
Access Methods
• CSMA/CA channel-access schemes
Range
• Up to 300 meters over power line
Power Saving Mode
• If link is inactive for a period (default setting: 60
seconds)
Security
• 128-bit AES encryption
Quality of Service (QoS)
• ToS
• Support up to 4-level type QoS
• Support up to 8-level VLAN priority field
Frequency Band
• 2 MHz ~ 67.5 MHz
Dynamic Neighbor Network Support
IGMP
• IGMP snooping for multicast to multiple
unicast mapping
System Requirements
• Deployment Requirements :
■
Devices with 10/100 or 10/100/1000 Mbps
Ethernet Port
■
Operates System Independent
• Utility Software OS Support :
■
Microsoft Windows XP/Vista/7
Hardware Specifications
• Ethernet interface: Four 10/100/1000 Mbps RJ-45
connectors with auto MDI/MDIX support
• Power rating: 100-240 V AC,50/60 Hz
• LED indicators:
■
Power on/off
■
Powerline link/quality
- Green: Best, Amber: Better, Red: Good
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Ethernet link/activity
• Buttons:
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Encrypt button
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Reset button
• Power consumption:
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Full operations: 5 Watt max.
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Power-saving mode: 1 Watt max.
• Plug type:
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EU type:Two pins, 230 V
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US type:Two pins,120 V
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UK type:Three pins,240 V
Physical Specifications
• Item dimensions (WxDxH):
76 x 72 x 108 mm (2.99”x 2.83”x 4.24”)
• Item weight: 160 g (0.36 lb.)
• Packing dimensions (WxDxH):
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Single pack:
134 x 94 x 178 mm (5.27”x 3.7”x 7.01”)
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Starter kit pack:
260 x 103 x 155 mm (10.22”x 4.05”x 6.09”)
• Packing weight:
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Single pack: 419 g (0.92 lb.)
■
Starter kit pack: 662 g (1.45 lb.)
Environmental Specifications
Operating Environment
• Temperature: 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
• Humidity: 20% to 90% (Non-condensing)
Storage Environment
• Temperature: -20°C to 70°C (-4°F to 158°F)
• Humidity: 20% to 95% (Non-condensing)
Certification
Safety
• CE-LVD
EMC
• CE, FCC
Package Contents
• Powerline Ethernet Switch
• Ethernet cable
• Quick start guide
• Support CD
• Warranty card
* The theoretical maximum channel data transfer rate is derived from
IEEE 1901 specifications.Actual data transfer rate will vary from
network environment including: distance, network traffic,noise on
electrical wires,quality of electrical installation and other adverse
conditions.
Specifications
Application Diagram
EU type US type UK type