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- Page 1 Powerline USB Adapter MODEL XA601 Installation Guide...
- Page 2 If you have problems, there is a troubleshooting section on page 15 to help you. You can all also find the latest information online from www.NETGEAR.com. NETGEAR offers technical support 24 hours a day and 7 days a week on the Web (www.NETGEAR.com), by e-mail (support@NETGEAR.com) and by phone (see the provided support information card for phone numbers).
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Page 3: Installation Overview
Installation Overview Estimated setup time is 10 to 20 minutes for each PC. 1. Unpack the box and verify the contents. 2. Insert the "Driver and Documentation CD" into the CD-ROM drive and install the software. 3. Connect the power cord. 4. -
Page 4: Unpack The Box
6-ft power cord • Vertical Stand with Cable strap • Wall-mounting screws • XA601 Installation Guide (this document) • Warranty and registration card • Support information card If you don’t have everything listed above, see the support information card for contact information. - Page 5 Install Drivers and Software Note: Please install the drivers and software prior to connecting the Powerline USB adapter to the PC. 1. Insert "Driver and Documentation" CD into the CD-ROM of your PC. 2. The Installation Wizard will start automatically. 3.
- Page 6 4. Enter your name and click "Next". 5. When the Following dialog box appears, click "Install" to begin the Installation.
- Page 7 Once the Installation is complete, click “Finish” to exit the Wizard. Your will need to restart the computer prior to connecting the Powerline USB adapter to your PC. Close all other applications and Click “Yes” when the following dialog box appears.
- Page 8 Electrical wiring that’s already in your house. There is no need for unsightly Ethernet cabling or any rewiring. You will need one of NETGEAR’s Powerline adapters in each room that you want part of the home network. The Powerline USB Adapter (model XA601) connects any PC with a USB port to the Powerline network.
- Page 9 For each PC that you want to connect to the network, you will need: • A Powerline USB Adapter (model XA601), if the PC lacks an Ethernet port but supports a USB port • A Powerline Ethernet Adapter (model XE602), if the PC has an existing Ethernet port or you are about to install a 10/100 Mbps Ethernet Network Card.
- Page 10 It can be placed horizontally on a desk or tabletop. • It can be mounted on the wall using the enclosed wall mounting kit • It can be placed in the vertical stand, in order to save desk space Powerline USB Adapter XA601 on Vertical Stand...
- Page 11 3. Connect the other end of the power cable (the plug) directly into the wall receptacle. Note: Do not connect the plug into a power strip or surge protectors since these devices may contain circuit filters, which may degrade the Powerline signal. Powerline USB Adapter XA601 WARNING!
- Page 12 The Powerline Link indicator should be ON indicating that the system has been initialized. The USB Link indicator should ON as long as the PC is ON. Note: If a light isn’t lit when it should be, go to the Troubleshooting section. Powerline USB Adapter XA601...
- Page 13 Setting Up Your Encryption Software (optional) The NETGEAR Powerline products provide the option to set your own unique encryption key. The encryption key is used to protect unauthorized access to you network over the powerline network. This is accomplished by using the NETGEAR Encryption utility supplied on the "Driver and Documentation"...
- Page 14 3. Enter the new password between 4-24 characters in length. Record the password on the following line, since you will need to program each Powerline device with it. Note: The password is case sensitive and must be copied exactly. New Password: __________________________...
- Page 15 4. Once the following dialog box appears, click on Next to begin reprogramming the XA601Powerline USB Adaptor with the new encryption password. 5. Click on Next again and the following dialog box will appear. Click Finish and then repeat these steps for all remaining NETGEAR Powerline devices.
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Page 16: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Problem USB LED is OFF Power Line LED is not ON Computer Does Not Recognize The USB Adapter Cause Solution • Port connection is not functioning • • • Port connection is not functioning Drivers not installed properly Make sure the power cord is properly connected at both ends. -
Page 17: Technical Specifications
Technical Specifications Network Ports Network Interface PC Interface Power Line Networking Standards Modulation Schemes Frequency Band Additional Protocols Status LEDs: Unit Power Line Power Supply Dimensions Weight Environmental Specifications Electromagnetic Emissions Warranty One USB 1.1 port One 14 Mbps PowerLine port Electrical Plug (PowerLine HomePlug Technology) USB 1.1 Compliant Port Compliant with HomePlug 1.0 standard... - Page 18 In the interest of improving internal design, operational function, and/or reliability, NETGEAR reserves the right to make changes to the products described in this document without notice. NETGEAR does not assume any liability that may occur due to the use or application of the product(s) or circuit layout(s) described herein.
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Page 19: Technical Support
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