Introduction; Key Features - NETGEAR XE104 User Manual

Congratulations on your purchase of the NETGEAR
Switch. The XE104 Wall-Plugged Ethernet Switch lets you completely network your home by
simply plugging into your existing electrical wiring, so your network connection is as close as the
nearest 110-volt electrical outlet. Now your high-speed cable/DSL connection can be available in
every room. And you can also extend an existing Ethernet network to PCs in other rooms without
any additional wiring.
This chapter describes the features of the NETGEAR XE104 85 Mbps Wall-Plugged Ethernet
Switch.

Key Features

Note: This manual provides information on the complete features as of the date of
publication. Earlier versions of this product may not have all the features
presented in this manual. Go to
where you will find product firmware updates for your XE104.
The XE104 Wall-Plugged Ethernet Switch provides the following features:
• Data encryption for the PowerLine network.
• Easy installation and management utility
• Device and PowerLine network passwords
• Front panel LEDs for easy monitoring of status and activity.

Introduction

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Chapter 2
Introduction
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