Cisco linksys PLTK300 Quick Installation Manual

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QUICK INSTALLATION GUIDE
Powerline
Network Kit
Model: PLTK300
Package Contents
Powerline 4-Port Network Adapter •
(model number: PLTS200) Powerline Network Adapter (model •
on CD-ROM 2 Ethernet Network Cables• 2 Power Cords• Quick Installation Guide• 2 Stands•
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Overview
To create your powerline network, you must connect each network device to a Powerline Adapter. In the first section, you will connect the Powerline Network Adapter (model number: PLTE200) to your router. In the next section, you will connect the Powerline 4-Port Network Adapter (model number: PLTS200) to your computers or other network devices.
Internet
Modem
Router
Powerline Network
Adapter
Powerline 4-Port
Network Adapter
Gaming Console
Computer
Powerline
Diagram of a Typical Powerline Network
Install the First Adapter 1
A. Connect one end of an Ethernet
network cable to the Ethernet port of the Powerline Network Adapter (model number: PLTE200).
B. Connect the other end of the
cable to the Ethernet port on your router.
Connect Ethernet Network Cable
Connect Other End of Network Cable
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C. Connect the power cord to the
Power port of the Adapter.
D. Plug the other end into an
electrical outlet.
NOTE: Because the Adapter sends data over the power lines
of your home, Linksys recommends that you plug the Adapter directly into an electrical outlet. The Adapter has its own power filter to help protect against surges.
E. The Power and Ethernet LEDs of
the Adapter light up.
Proceed to the next section, “2: Install the Second Adapter.
Connect Power Cord
Plug Power into Outlet
Power and Ethernet LEDs Light Up
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Install the Second Adapter 2
A. Connect one end of an Ethernet
network cable to an Ethernet port on the Powerline 4-Port Network Adapter (model number: PLTS200).
B. Connect the other end of the
cable to a computer.
NOTE: You can connect additional computers or other network
devices to the remaining Ethernet ports of the 4-Port Adapter.
C. Connect the power cord to
the Power port of the 4-Port Adapter.
Connect Ethernet Network Cable
Connect Other End of Network Cable
Connect Power Cord
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D. Plug the other end into an
electrical outlet.
NOTE: Because the 4-Port Adapter sends data over the power
lines of your home, Linksys recommends that you plug it directly into an electrical outlet. The 4-Port Adapter has its own power filter to help protect against surges.
E. The Power, Ethernet, and
Powerline LEDs light up. (The number of lit Ethernet LEDs depends on how many devices are connected.)
NOTE: The Powerline LED
indicates that the connection between the two Powerline Adapters has been established.
F. The Powerline LED of the first
Adapter you installed lights up.
Hardware installation is complete.
Plug Power into Outlet
Power, Ethernet, and Powerline LEDs of Powerline 4-Port Network Adapter Light Up
Powerline LED of Powerline Network Adapter Lights Up
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For additional information or troubleshooting help, refer to the User Guide on the CD-ROM. Additional support is also available by phone or online.
24-Hour Technical Support 800-326-7114
RMA (Return Merchandise Authorization) http://www.linksys.com/warranty
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Support http://www.linksys.com/support
Sales Information 800-546-5797 (800-LINKSYS)
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NOTE: If you want to configure advanced security for your
powerline network, install the Powerline Utility from the included CD-ROM. For more information, refer to the User Guide on the CD-ROM.
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