Netgear WNA1000, XE602 Quick Start Manual
Powerline Ethernet Adapter
MODEL XE602
Installation Guide
Technical Support
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the NETGEAR®XE602 Powerline Ethernet Adapter. This
Powerline adapter lets you completely network your home by simply plugging into your
existing electrical wiring, so your network connection is as close as your 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
added wiring.
Robust and rate-adaptive, the XE602 minimizes interference from other household appliances.
Go ahead and use your hair dryer, vacuum cleaner or TV – your network will automatically
find the best data rate so that you can continue surfing, playing games or telecommuting, safely
and reliably.
This installation guide shows you how to connect your Powerline adapter to your PC or
Cable/DSL router. Setup is easy – follow the instructions in this guide and your network will
be up and running quickly.
If you have problems, there is a troubleshooting section on page 14 to help you. You can also
find all the latest information online from www.NETGEAR.com. NETGEAR offers technical
support 24 hours a day and 7 days a week on the Web (www.NETGEAR.com), by e-mail
(support@NETGEAR.com) and by phone (see the provided support information card for
phone numbers).
Cable/DSL
Modem
Home Office
PC
Router
Powerline
Adapter
XE602
Kids' Room
Powerline Adapter XE602
Kitchen
PC
Internet
Radio
Powerline Adapter XE602
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Installation Overview
Estimated setup time is 10 to 20 minutes for each PC.
1. Unpack the box and verify the contents.
2. Connect the Ethernet port to any Ethernet device such as a PC or Cable/DSL router.
3. Connect the power cord.
4. Set the encryption password (optional).
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Unpack the Box
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When you open the box, verify that you have received everything.
The package includes:
• XE602 Powerline Ethernet Adapter
• Resource CD
• 10-ft Ethernet Patch Cable (BLUE)
• 10-ft Ethernet Crossover Cable (GRAY)
• 6-ft power cord
• Vertical Stand
• Wall-mounting screws
• XE602 Installation Guide (this document)
• Warranty and registration card
• Support information card
If you don’t have everything listed above, see the support information card for contact
information. If the support information card is missing, you can get contact information at
www.NETGEAR.com in the Customer Service area.
Powerline Ethernet Adapter
Powerline Ethernet Adapter XE602
Resource CD, installation guide,
support information card
& warranty/registration card
XE602
Ethernet Cables
Stand
110v cord
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Prepare to Install the Powerline
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The NETGEAR Powerline Ethernet adapter enables you to set up a home network using your
existing electrical outlets. Computers in different rooms can share the Internet connection as
well as files and printers using the Electrical wiring that’s already in your house. There is no
need for unsightly Ethernet cabling or any rewiring.
You will need one of NETGEAR’s Powerline adapters in each room that you want part of the
home network. The XE602 Powerline Ethernet adapter can easily connect to any device with
a 10BaseT or a 10/100 Mbps Ethernet port.
In order to share your Cable or DSL connection among PCs in different rooms, you will need
the following:
Ethernet Adapter
Home Office
PC
Powerline
Cable/DSL
Modem
• Cable or DSL Modem
• Cable/DSL Gateway Router (such as the NETGEAR RP614 or XR814)
• A XE602 Powerline Ethernet Adapter connected to the Router (unless you are using the
NETGEAR XR814 Powerline Cable/DSL router)
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Router
Adapter
XE602
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