Getting To Know The Adapter; The Ethernet Interface; The Adapter's Buttons; The Adapter's Leds - SMC Networks HPAV-ESW Manual

3 Getting to Know the Adapter

3.1 The Ethernet Interface

Ethernet 1~3: The Ethernet port connects to an Ethernet network cable. The other end of the cable will connect
to your computer or other Ethernet-enabled network device.

3.2 The Adapter's Buttons

Reset: The button can restore the factory defaults and reset the device.
Pressing and holding the RST button for 0.3 to 3 seconds to restore the factory defaults;
Security: The button is used to set the private network name.
Pressing and holding the NMK button for more than 10 seconds randomizes the NMK value.
Pressing and holding the NMK button for 0.5 to 3 seconds makes the adapter a member of the
existing Powerline network.
Note: For more information about the security button please see chapter 6.

3.3 The Adapter's LEDs

All adapters' LEDs are located on the front panel; there are 5 LEDs to indicate the adapter's status.
Ethernet 1~3:
- Green LED: The Ethernet connection is ready.
- Blinking: The Ethernet connection is transmitting or receiving data.
- OFF: No Ethernet network activity.
Power:
- Green LED: Power on.
- OFF: Power off.
Data:
- Blinking: The Powerline connection is transmitting or receiving data.
- Red LED: Low link speed (Data rate is slower than 30Mbps)
- Yellow LED: Normal link speed (Data rate is between 30-50Mbps)
- Green LED: Excellent link speed (Data rate is faster than 50Mbps)
- OFF: No Powerline network activity
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