Coaxial Cable Networks With The Pla-402; Ways To Manage The Pla-4Xx; Security; Figure 2 Expand Your Network With The Pla-402 Over Coaxial Cable Wiring - ZyXEL Communications ZyXEL PLA-400 User Manual

Chapter 1 Introducing the PLA-4xx

1.2.1 Coaxial Cable Networks with the PLA-402

The PLA-402 allows you to be more flexible in expanding your network by adding the coaxial
cable capability.

Figure 2 Expand Your Network with the PLA-402 over Coaxial Cable Wiring

As well as being able to connect your PLA-402 to a power outlet, you also have the option of
connecting to a coaxial cable outlet. Connect other powerline adapters in your powerline
network to coaxial cable outlets on the same line. Then set up your network with additional
devices such as a computer or printer the same way you would set up a powerline network on
an electrical circuit.

1.3 Ways to Manage the PLA-4xx

Use any of the following methods to manage the PLA-4xx.
• The PLA-4xx Series Configuration Utility. This is recommended for everyday
management of the PLA-4xx. See
utility.

1.4 Security

Since your powerline network may extend outside your premises, it is important to set up
security on your PLA-4xx.
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PLA-4xx Series User's Guide