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Quick Install Guide
PG-9172PoE| Powerline Ethernet Adapter with PoE (Power over Ethernet)
A
Understanding the Powerline Adapter
Purpose
• Connecting a single dedicated
Internet Device
• Bringing wireless to a remote location
• Connecting a PoE Enabled Device
*NOTE: A G.hn Powerline Network can consist of up to 16 G.hn Powerline Adapters total.
NOTE: The following steps show how to create or add onto a G.hn Powerline Network using a PG-9172PoE. (A
minimum of two G.hn Powerline Adapters are required to create a proper connection.)
If this is the first time you are setting up a G.hn Powerline Network please continue to Section B.
If you already have an established G.hn Powerline Network, and are adding an additional adapter please
skip to Section C.
How to Create a Basic (2 unit) G.hn Powerline Network
Recommended
Primary Adapter
PG-9172
PG-9172
PG-9172
Connection Indicator
Network Indicator
Security Indicator
PoE Indicator
Configuration Button*
(Enables Device Synchronization)
Second Adapter
PG-9172
PG-9171n
PG-9172PoE
Displays Connection Strength
Displays Network Status
Connection is Secure When Lit
Power over Ethernet is Active
Ethernet Port
*
Press for 10 seconds for Factory Reset.
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Summary of Contents for Comtrend Corporation PG-9172PoE
- Page 1 *NOTE: A G.hn Powerline Network can consist of up to 16 G.hn Powerline Adapters total. NOTE: The following steps show how to create or add onto a G.hn Powerline Network using a PG-9172PoE. (A minimum of two G.hn Powerline Adapters are required to create a proper connection.) ...
- Page 2 Creating a New G.hn Network 1. Plug a PG-9172 or PG-9172PoE* unit into the power outlet closest to 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.
- Page 3 Adding your G.hn Adapter to an Existing G.hn Network Plug the PG-9172PoE into the power outlet closest to the location you want to connect a PoE Enabled Device. Connect the PG-9172PoE to the PoE Enabled Device with an Ethernet cable. The Network Indicators...
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Page 4: Troubleshooting
9172PoE) to factory default by using a pin to push in the “Reset” button for 11 seconds (until all the LEDs of the device blink). FOR MORE HELP: For instructions on advanced features, FAQ, etc., please visit our online Product Webpage: http://us.comtrend.com/products/public/product/home-networking/PG-9172PoE.html For more information: Facebook: https://facebook.com/Comtrend...
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