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  • Netgear XAV2501 | XAV2501 User Manual - Page 1
    XAV2501 Powerline Powerline AV+ 200 Adapter User Manual NETGEAR, Inc. 350 East Plumeria Drive San Jose, CA 95134 USA 202-10590-01 v1.0 December 2009
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    XAV2501 Powerline AV+200 Adapter User Manual © 2009 by NETGEAR, Inc. All rights reserved. Technical Support Registration on the website or over the phone is required before you can use our telephone support service. Go to http://kbserver.netgear.com for product updates and Web support. Trademarks
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    XAV2501 Powerline AV+200 Adapter User Manual FCC Statement • The XAV2501 installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used according to the instructions Canadian Department of Communications Industry Canada (IC) Notice • This Class B
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    Manual Conventions and Formats i Revision History ...ii Installation and Basic Configuration How the Powerline AV Ethernet Adapter Fits in Your Network 1-1 Powerline AV+ 200 Adapter Features 1-2 XAV2501 Label ...1-2 LED and Feature Descriptions 1-3 Installing Your Powerline AV Ethernet Adapter
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    XAV2501 Powerline AV+200 Adapter User Manual Troubleshooting Product Registration and Support B-1 Basic Functioning ...B-1 LED Troubleshooting Tips B-2 Problems After Changing Network Encryption Key B-3 Changing the Network Encryption Key for One Unit at a Time B-4 Index Table of Contents ii
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    About This Manual The NETGEAR® XAV2501 Powerline AV Ethernet Adapter User Manual describes how to install, configure and troubleshoot the XAV2501 Powerline AV Ethernet Adapter. Conventions and Formats The conventions, formats, and scope of this manual are described in the following paragraphs:
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    XAV2501 Powerline AV+200 Adapter User Manual Revision History Part Number Version Publication Number Date 202-10590-01 1.0 December 2009 Description XAV2501 Powerline AV+200 Adapter User Manual First publication. ii v1.0, December 2009
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    how to install and configure the XAV2501 Powerline AV+ 200 Adapter. It also explains the security features and how to customize the encryption key for added security. How the Powerline AV Ethernet Adapter Fits in Your Network You can use one or more XAV2501 Powerline AV+ 200 Adapters to extend
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    XAV2501 Powerline AV+200 Adapter User Manual Powerline AV+ 200 Adapter Features The illustration below (Figure 1-2) shows the front and side panels of the Powerline AV+ 200 Adapter: Filtered AC Socket Power LED Ethernet LED Powerline LED Security Button Factory Reset Button Ethernet port Figure
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    AC socket may improve performance. Ethernet Port Plug one end of the Ethernet cable that comes with the XAV2501 Powerline AV+ 200 Adapter into this port and the other end either into your router, or into the computer or other peripheral devices. Installation and Basic Configuration 1-3 v1
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    XAV2501 Powerline AV+200 Adapter User Manual Installing Your Powerline AV Ethernet Adapter Prepare for installation: 1. Before you begin, verify the following: • Your Ethernet network is set up. • An Ethernet port is available the network performance. • Avoid using the Powerline AV+ 200 Adapter in
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    XAV2501 Powerline AV+200 Adapter User Manual Connecting a Powerline AV Ethernet Adapter to the Router 1. Plug a Powerline AV+ 200 Adapter into a power outlet near your router. Use the supplied gray Ethernet cable to connect the Powerline Adapter to a LAN port on your router so that the Powerline
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    XAV2501 Powerline AV+200 Adapter User Manual Adding Adapters to Your Network Once the first adapter is installed and connected to your router, you can easily add adapters into your network. To add adapters: 1. Be sure the first adapter is connected to your router. See "Connecting a Powerline AV
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    or to prioritize Powerline network traffic using the Quality of Service (QoS) feature, see Chapter 2, "Using the NETGEAR Powerline Utility. Note: To return the XAV2501 Powerline AV+ 200 Adapter to its factory default settings, see "Resetting to Factory Defaults" on page 2-16. Installation and Basic
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    XAV2501 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: 1. Verify that all the Powerline AV+
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    AV products (XAV101, XAV1004, XAV2001, XAV2501, and XAVN2001) are compatible and can be installed on the same powerline network. The NETGEAR Powerline Utility can be used to: • configure encryption for your Powerline network • perform diagnostics and monitor performance • set quality of service
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    XAV2501 Powerline AV+200 Adapter User Manual Installing the NETGEAR Powerline Utility This utility allows you to set your own unique Powerline network encryption key, and prioritize traffic passing through your Powerline network. To install the NETGEAR Powerline Utility: 1. Insert the Resource CD
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    XAV2501 Powerline AV+200 Adapter User Manual 2. Click Install Software. a. Check for Updates: Click this option to be sure you have the most current software. b. Install from CD: Click this option to install the NETGEAR Powerline Utility from the CD. Figure 2-2 3. Click Continue, and follow the
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    XAV2501 Powerline AV+200 Adapter User Manual 4. Click Next on the Setup Screen, and click Finish when the wizard is done. The NETGEAR Powerline Utility shortcut icon (Figure 2-5) will appear on your desktop. Figure 2-4 5. There are two ways to launch the NETGEAR Powerline Utility: • Click the
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    Device Settings Tab XAV2501 Powerline AV+200 Adapter User Manual When launched, the NETGEAR Powerline Utility opens to the Device Settings tab. Click the Refresh button to perform a scan of your network devices. 4 Figure 2-6 Note: You may see a message at the bottom of the screen regarding the
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    XAV2501 Powerline AV+200 Adapter User Manual The following table describes the features on the Device Settings Tab. Table 2-1. NETGEAR Powerline Utility Device Settings Tab Field or Button Device Names Model MAC Address Quality (Mbps) Description This lists the Powerline devices detected on the
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    running the NETGEAR Powerline Utility is connected directly to the new Powerline AV+ 200 Adapter (local) or is connected to a different device in the Powerline network (remote). To Add a Device from a Locally Connected Computer 1. Plug the new Powerline AV+ 200 Adapter into an available AC power
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    XAV2501 Powerline AV+200 Adapter User Manual To Add a Device from a Remotely Connected Computer If you are using a custom network encryption key, set all the devices to the default network encryption key of HomePlugAV so that they can communicate with each other. Then set all the devices to the
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    XAV2501 Powerline AV+200 Adapter User Manual From the Advanced Settings tab on the NETGEAR Powerline Utility you can perform a number of security functions, such as: • Changing the network encryption key • Setting up a custom network encryption key • Returning to the Factory Default Network
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    XAV2501 Powerline AV+200 Adapter User Manual Changing the Network Encryption Key You can specify the network encryption key from the Security tab. 1. From the Advanced Settings tab, click the Security arrow. When all the devices are set to the default network encryption key and are plugged in, they
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    XAV2501 Powerline AV+200 Adapter User Manual Setting Up a Custom Network Encryption Key When all the devices are set to the default network encryption key and are plugged in, they are listed on the Device Settings tab. Follow these steps to set up a custom network encryption key for all the
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    XAV2501 Powerline AV+200 Adapter User Manual Returning to the Default Network Encryption Key 1. Plug the new device into an AC power outlet. 2. Start the NETGEAR Powerline Utility • Wait for the utility to detect the devices in your Powerline network. • Check that all the devices in the established
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    Quality of Service (QoS) XAV2501 Powerline AV+200 Adapter User Manual From the Advanced Settings tab on the NETGEAR Powerline Utility, you can use the QoS tab to help you prioritize your Powerline network traffic. By default, all types of traffic on the Powerline network are assigned the same
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    XAV2501 Powerline AV+200 Adapter User Manual To set the priority of data transfers by the type of protocol: 1. Start the NETGEAR Powerline Utility and wait for the utility to detect the Powerline AV+ 200 Adapters connected to the network. 2. From the Advanced Settings tab, the Advanced Settings tab,
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    Diagnostics XAV2501 Powerline AV+200 Adapter User Manual From the Advanced Settings tab on the NETGEAR Powerline Utility, the Diagnostics tab 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
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    XAV2501 Powerline AV+200 Adapter User Manual Factory Reset From the Advanced Settings tab on the NETGEAR Powerline Utility, the Factory Reset option returns the network encryption key back to its factory default value of HomePlugAV, and the QoS status, and LED on/off also revert back to their
  • Netgear XAV2501 | XAV2501 User Manual - Page 32
    XAV2501 Powerline AV Ethernet Adapter. Network Protocol and Standards Compatibility EU: 15A 250V~ NA: 14A 125V~ UK: 12A 250V~ Environmental network Bandwidth: 200 Mbps Powerline Performance Compatibility: Not HomePlug v1.0 or HomePlug v1.0 Turbo compatible Data Transfer Rate: Up to 200
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    Adapter User Manual Safety Information: XAV2501 Powerline AV+ 200 Adapter Follow these safety guidelines to ensure your own personal safety and to help protect your system from potential damage. • AC input: 100-240V~, 0.2A (Max) • Operating temperature: 0C~40C The socket-outlet shall be installed
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    XAV2501 Powerline AV+200 Adapter User Manual • If any of the following conditions occur, unplug the product from the electrical outlet and replace the part or contact your trained service available in your location. • To help prevent electric shock, plug the XAV2501 Powerline AV+ 200 Adapter into
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    XAV2501 Powerline AV+200 Adapter User Manual • Position system cables and power cables carefully; route cables so that they cannot be stepped on or tripped over. Be sure that nothing rests on
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    This chapter provides information about troubleshooting your XAV2501 Powerline AV+ 200 Adapter. Product Registration and Support Thank you for selecting NETGEAR products. After installing your device, locate the serial number on the label of your product and use it to register your product
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    XAV2501 Powerline AV+200 Adapter User Manual LED Troubleshooting Tips Table B-1. LED and Feature Troubleshooting Problem Power light is off. Power LED is amber. Powerline light is off. Ethernet light is not blinking. Problem using the Reset or Security button. All LEDs are off when plugged into
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    XAV2501 Powerline AV+200 Adapter User Manual Problems After Changing Network Encryption Key .If your Powerline devices stop communicating after you have used the NETGEAR Powerline Utility you'll need to change the network encryption key. To change the network encryption key: 1. Open the NETGEAR
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    XAV2501 Powerline AV+200 Adapter User Manual Changing the Network Encryption Key for One Unit at a Time If the NETGEAR Powerline Utility does not detect all the devices in your network, you must connect your computer to each Powerline device and set up the network encryption key one adapter at a
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    10 custom 11 default 12 ethernet network extension 1 example, Powerline network 1 F factory reset 16 FCC statement iii features 2 frequency band 1 front panel 2 H humidity operating, storage 1 I install configuration utility 2 installation 1 L launch the utility 4 LED 6 descriptions 3 M MAC address
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    XAV2501 Powerline AV+200 Adapter User Manual P Powerline AV Ethernet Adapter features 2 install 4 Q QoS 13 quality 6 quality of service 13 R reset 16 resource CD 2 router, connect 5 S safety information 2 security 9 understanding 7 set data transfer priority 14 shortcut icon 4 side panel 2 support
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202-10590-01
v1.0
December 2009
NETGEAR
, Inc.
350 East Plumeria Drive
San Jose, CA 95134 USA
XAV2501 Powerline
Powerline AV+ 200
Adapter
User Manual