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NETGEAR XAV101v2 - Powerline AV Ethernet Adapter User Manual

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350 East Plumeria Drive
San Jose, CA 95134
USA
December 2010
202-10808-01
v1.0
XAV101v2 Powerline AV
200 Adapter
User M anua l

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  • Page 1 XAV101v2 Powerline AV 200 Adapter User M anua l 350 East Plumeria Drive San Jose, CA 95134 December 2010 202-10808-01 v1.0...

  • Page 2: Technical Support

    NETGEAR, Inc. Technical Support Thank you for choosing NETGEAR. To register your product, get the latest product updates, or get support online, visit us at http://support.netgear.com. ...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Chapter 1 Installation and Basic Configuration How the Powerline Adapter Fits in Your Network..... 5 Powerline AV 200 Adapter Features ......6 XAV101v2 Label.

  • Page 4: Chapter 1 Installation And Basic Configuration

    Installation and Basic Configuration This chapter describes how to install and configure the XAV101v2 Powerline AV 200 Adapter. It also explains the security features and how to customize the encryption key for added security How the Powerline Adapter Fits in Your Network You can use the Powerline AV 200 Adapter to implement or extend an Ethernet local area network (LAN) anywhere in your house using your existing electrical power line in place of a dedicated LAN wiring infrastructure.

  • Page 5: Powerline Av 200 Adapter Features

    XAV101v2 Powerline AV 200 Adapter User Manual Powerline AV 200 Adapter Features The following illustration (Figure 2, XAV101v2 Powerline AV 200 Adapter) shows the front and side panels of the Powerline AV 200 Adapter: Security/Power button LEDs Factory Reset button Ethernet port Figure 2.

  • Page 6: Led And Feature Descriptions

    XAV101v2 Powerline AV 200 Adapter User Manual LED and Feature Descriptions The following table describes the status LEDs, buttons, and Ethernet port on the XAV101v2 Powerline AV Ethernet Adapter. Table 1. XAV101v2 Feature Descriptions Item Description Power LED • Solid green. The electrical power is on. •...

  • Page 7: Installing Your Powerline Av Ethernet Adapter

    XAV101v2 Powerline AV 200 Adapter User Manual Installing Your Powerline AV Ethernet Adapter Preparing for installation Before you begin, verify the following: • Your Ethernet network is set up. • An Ethernet port is available on your router. • Your Internet connection is working. •...

  • Page 8: Connecting A Powerline Av Ethernet Adapter To The Router

    XAV101v2 Powerline AV 200 Adapter User Manual Connecting a Powerline AV Ethernet Adapter to the Router Plug a Powerline AV 200 Adapter into a power outlet near your router. Use the supplied gray Ethernet cable to connect from the adapter to a LAN port on your router so that the Powerline network can gain access to the Internet.

  • Page 9: Connect Other Ethernet Powerline Adapters

    One way to test this is to install the Powerline Utility and use it to view all the computers connected by the Powerline AV Ethernet adapter. WARNING! NETGEAR recommends that you secure your Powerline network from unauthorized access. This is especially relevant in settings such as apartment buildings. See...

  • Page 10: Understanding Powerline Network Security

    XAV101v2 Powerline AV 200 Adapter User Manual Understanding Powerline Network Security A Powerline network consists of two or more Powerline adapters using the same network encryption key. Securing your network is crucial. By encrypting the information you send over the Powerline AV 200 Adapter, you help to keep it secure from hackers. If you do not set up security on your network, anyone nearby with a Powerline network can potentially use his or her connection to gain access to your network and information you send over the Internet.

  • Page 11: Changing The Default Encryption

    XAV101v2 Powerline AV 200 Adapter User Manual Changing the Default Encryption You can use the Security button to change the default encryption key and set a private encryption key instead. The default encryption key is HomePlugAV. To set a private encryption key: Verify that all the Powerline AV 200 Adapters to be configured are plugged in.

  • Page 12: Chapter 2 Using The Xav101V2 Powerline Utility

    This chapter explains how to install and use the Powerline Utility. The XAV101v2 Powerline Utility is compatible other XAV101v2 adapters and with the XAV1501 Powerline adapter. You can use the NETGEAR Powerline Utility to: • configure encryption for your Powerline network •...
  • Page 13 There are three ways to start the XAV101v2 Powerline Utility: • Click the Run button when prompted. • Click the XAV101v2 Powerline Utility shortcut icon located on your desktop. • Select Start > Programs > NETGEAR > NETGEAR Powerline Utility. 14 | Chapter 2. Using the XAV101v2 Powerline Utility...

  • Page 14: Device Settings Tab

    XAV101v2 Powerline AV 200 Adapter User Manual Device Settings Tab When launched, the Powerline Utility opens to the Device Settings tab. If all devices are not shown, click the Refresh button to detect all Powerline Adapters on your network. Figure 1. Note: You might see a message at the bottom of the screen regarding the power saving feature.

  • Page 15: Adding A Device To A Powerline Network

    XAV101v2 Powerline AV 200 Adapter User Manual The following table describes the features on the Device Settings tab. Table 1. Powerline Utility Device Settings Tab Field or Button Description Device Names This lists the Powerline devices detected on the network after the utility completes a scan for devices.
  • Page 16 XAV101v2 Powerline AV 200 Adapter User Manual From the Device Name column select the device. Type the network encryption key into the Create a New Encryption Key field. Click the Apply Security to Selected Devices button. Select the Device Settings tab to perform a scan. Verify that the devices in the Powerline network appear in the device list.

  • Page 17: Security

    XAV101v2 Powerline AV 200 Adapter User Manual Security From the Advanced Settings tab on the Powerline Utility you can perform a number of security functions, such as: • Changing the network encryption key • Setting up a custom network encryption key •...

  • Page 18: Setting Up A Custom Network Encryption Key

    XAV101v2 Powerline AV 200 Adapter User Manual When you click this option, the factory default encryption key is automatically populated in the field. The default network encryption key is HomePlugAV. b. Create your own Encryption Key This option lets you set your own network encryption key. Type your network encryption key in the field provide.
  • Page 19 XAV101v2 Powerline AV 200 Adapter User Manual • Check that all the devices in the established network are displayed on the Device Settings tab. Note: Before you can reset a remote device, you must enter its password. The password is printed on the product label located on the back of the adapter.

  • Page 20: Quality Of Service (Qos)

    XAV101v2 Powerline AV 200 Adapter User Manual Quality of Service (QoS) On the Advanced Settings tab on the Powerline Utility, click the QoS (Quality of Service) arrow to help you prioritize your Powerline network traffic. By default, all types of traffic on the Powerline network are assigned the same priority. For most applications, this works fine.

  • Page 21: To Set The Priority Of Data Transfers By The Type Of Protocol

    XAV101v2 Powerline AV 200 Adapter User Manual Setting the priority of data transfers by the type of protocol Start the Powerline Utility and wait for the utility to detect the Powerline adapters connected to the network. On the Advanced Settings tab, click the QoS arrow. To set the traffic prioritization rule into the selected Powerline adapter device, specify the priority in the QoS Setup section of the screen.

  • Page 22: Diagnostics

    XAV101v2 Powerline AV 200 Adapter User Manual Diagnostics On the Advanced Settings tab on the Powerline Utility, the Diagnostics option helps you diagnose and troubleshoot performance issues. Using this feature you can delete a device from the device history, save a report, or print a report. Figure 6.

  • Page 23: Factory Reset

    XAV101v2 Powerline AV 200 Adapter User Manual Factory Reset On the Advanced Settings tab on the Powerline Utility, the Factory Reset option returns the network encryption key to its factory default value of HomePlugAV. Only one device at a time can be reset.
  • Page 24 XAV101v2 Powerline AV 200 Adapter User Manual Note: If you customized your network encryption key, the local Powerline device will be disconnected from the network when you reset it to the factory defaults. To avoid this problem, reset all remote devices before you reset the local device.

  • Page 25: Chapter 3 Troubleshooting

    This chapter gives information about troubleshooting your XAV101v2 Powerline AV 200 Adapter. Product Registration, Support, and Documentation Register your product at http://www.netgear.com/register. Registration is required before you can use our telephone support service. Product updates and Web support are always available by going to: ...

  • Page 26: Troubleshooting Tips

    XAV101v2 Powerline AV 200 Adapter User Manual If the Power LED still does not come on, and you have confirmed the power outlet is live, you have a hardware problem and should contact technical support. Powerline LED Not On If the Power LED is on, but the Powerline LED is not, check the following: •...

  • Page 27: Problems After Changing Network Encryption Key

    XAV101v2 Powerline AV 200 Adapter User Manual Table 1. Problem Recommendation Ethernet light is not There is no data traffic. Make sure that: blinking. • Your router and modem are switched on and that the Ethernet cable that came in the box is connected to the Powerline adapter port and a router LAN port. •...

  • Page 28: Changing The Network Encryption Key For One Unit At A Time

    XAV101v2 Powerline AV 200 Adapter User Manual Click the Use default Encryption Key button, and then click the Apply Security to Selected Devices button. Select the Device Settings tab, and check that the utility detects all the Powerline AV 200 Adapters in your Powerline network.

  • Page 29: Appendix A. Factory Default Settings And Technical Specifications

    Factory Default Settings and Technical Specifications This appendix provides factory default configuration settings and technical specifications for the XAV101v2 Powerline AV 200 Adapter. Default Configuration Setting Table 1. Powerline Device Default Configuration Settings Feature Description Encryption Utility Enabled Network Port Speed Auto-negotiation Port Duplex Auto-negotiation...
  • Page 30 XAV101v2 Powerline AV 200 Adapter User Manual Technical Specifications (Continued) Physical Specifications Dimensions: Height: 98 mm Width: 72 mm Depth: 40 mm Weight: 0.375 lbs (0.17 kg) Environmental Specifications Operating temperature: 0° to 40° C (32º to 104º F) Operating humidity: 10-90% maximum relative humidity, noncondensing Storage humidity 5–95% maximum relative humidity, noncondensing...

  • Page 31: Appendix B Notification Of Compliance

    Notification of Compliance N ETGE A R Powerl i n e P ro d uct s Safety Instructions and Precautions WARNING! Use the following safety guidelines to ensure your own personal safety and to help protect your product from potential damage. To reduce the risk of bodily injury, electrical shock, fire, and damage to the equipment, observe the following precautions.

  • Page 32: Regulatory Compliance Information

    XAV101v2 Powerline AV 200 Adapter User Manual The voltage and current rating of the cable should be greater than the ratings marked on the product. • To help prevent electric shock, plug the system and peripheral power cables into correctly grounded electrical outlets.
  • Page 33 XAV101v2 Powerline AV 200 Adapter User Manual FCC Declaration Of Conformity We, NETGEAR, Inc., 350 East Plumeria Drive, San Jose, CA 95134, declare under our sole responsibility that the XAV101v2 Powerline AV 200 Adapter complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules.

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