Netgear XAV101v1 Owner's Manual

XAV101 Powerline AV Ethernet Adapter User Guide

NETGEAR, Inc.

350 East Plumeria Drive San Jose, CA 95134 USA

202-10339-02 January 2009

Technical Support

See the support information card that shipped with your product. By registering your product at http://www.netgear.com/

NETGEAR, INC. Support Information Phone: 1-888-NETGEAR, for US & Canada only. For other countries, see your Support information card. E-mail: support@netgear.com website: http://www.netgear.com/support

Trademarks

NETGEAR and the NETGEAR logo are registered trademarks, and RangeMax and Smart Wizard are trademarks of NETGEAR. Inc. in the United States and/or other countries. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows NT are registered trademarks and Windows Vista is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation. Other brand and product names are registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective holders. Information is subject to change without notice.

Statement of Conditions

In the interest of improving internal design, operational function, and/or reliability, NETGEAR reserves the right to make changes to the products described in this document without notice. NETGEAR does not assume any liability that may occur due to the use or application of the product(s) or circuit layout(s) described herein.

Maximum Wireless Signal Rate Derived from IEEE Standard 802.11 Specifications

Actual data throughput will vary. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of network traffic, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate.

Safety Instructions

Use the following safety guidelines to ensure your own personal safety and to help protect your system from potential damage.

To reduce the risk of bodily injury, electrical shock, fire, and damage to the equipment, observe the following precautions.

• Observe and follow service markings.

- Do not service any product except as explained in your system documentation.

- Opening or removing covers that are marked with the triangular symbol with a lightning bolt may expose you to electrical shock. Only a trained service technician should service components inside these compartments.

• If any of the following conditions occur, unplug the product from the electrical outlet and replace the part or contact your trained service provider:

- The power cable, extension cable, or plug is damaged.

- An object has fallen into the product.

- The product has been exposed to water.

- The product has been dropped or damaged.

- The product does not operate correctly when you follow the operating instructions.

• Keep your system away from radiators and heat sources. Also, do not block cooling vents.

v2.0, January 2009

• Do not spill food or liquids on your system components, and never operate the product in a wet environment. If the system gets wet, see the appropriate section in your troubleshooting guide or contact your trained service provider.

• Do not push any objects into the openings of your system. Doing so can cause fire or electric shock by shorting out interior components.

• Use the product only with approved equipment.

• Allow the product to cool before removing covers or touching internal components.

• Operate the product only from the type of external power source indicated on the electrical ratings label. If you are not sure of the type of power source required, consult your service provider or local power company.

• To help avoid damaging your system, be sure that the voltage selection switch (if provided) on the power supply is set to match the power available at your location:

- 115 volts (V), 60 hertz (Hz) in most of North and South America and some Far Eastern countries such as South

Korea and T ai w an

- 100 V, 50 Hz in eastern Japan and 100 V, 60 Hz in western Japan

- 230 V, 50 Hz in most of Europe, the Middle East, and the Far East

• Also, be sure that attached devices are electrically rated to operate with the power available in your location.

• Use only approved power cables. If you have not been provided with a power cable for your system or for any AC powered option intended for your system, purchase a power cable that is approved for use in your country. The power cable must be rated for the product and for the voltage and current marked on the product’s electrical ratings label. The voltage and current rating of the cable should be greater than the ratings marked on the product.

• To help prevent electric s hock, plug the system and peripheral power cables into properly grounded electrical outlets.

• The peripheral power cables are equipped with three-prong plugs to help ensure proper grounding. Do not use adapter plugs or remove the grounding prong from a cable. If you must use an extension cable, use a three-wire cable with properly grounded plugs.

• Observe extension cable and power strip ratings. Make sure that the total ampere rating of all products plugged into the extension cable or power strip does not exceed 80 percent of the ampere ratings limit for the extension cable or power strip.

• To help protect your system from sudden, transient increases and decreases in electrical power, use a surge suppressor, line conditioner, or uninterruptible power supply (UPS).

• 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 any cables.

• Do not modify power cables or plugs. Consult a licensed electrician or your power company for site modifications.

• Always follow your local and national wiring rules.

• Move products with care; ensure that all casters and sta bilizers are firmly connected to the system. Avoid sudden stops and uneven surfaces.

v2.0, January 2009

iii

Safety and Regulatory Notices

FCC Statement

The XAV101 has been tested and complies with the specifications for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. These limits are designed to provide rea sonabl e pr otecti on ag ai nst harmful int erferen ce in a resi dentia l in stal lation. This

equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used according to the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which is found by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna

• Increase the separation between the equipment or devices

• Connect the equipment to an outlet other than the receiver’s

• Consult a dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for assistance

Canadian Department of Communications Industry Canada (IC) Notice

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

Europe – EU Declaration of Conformity

A printed copy of the EU Declaration of Conformity certificate for this product is provided in the XAV101 product package.

Product and Publication Details

Model Number: XAV101 Publication Date: January 2009 Product Family: Powerline AV Ethernet Adapter Product Name: XAV101 Powerline AV Ethernet Adapter Home or Business Product: Home Language: English Publication Part Number: 202-10339-02

v2.0, January 2009

XAV101 Powerline AV Ethernet Adapter User Guide

About This Manual

Conventions, Formats, and Scope ..................................................................................... i

Chapter 1 Installation and Basic Configuration

Package Contents ..........................................................................................................1-1

How the Powerline AV Ethernet Adapter Fits in Your Network .......................................1-2

Powerline AV Ethernet Adapter ....................................................................... ... .... ... ... ..1-3

The Label on the Rear Panel of the XAV101 ..................................................................1-4

Preparing to Install Your Powerline AV Ethernet Adapter ...............................................1-4

Connecting a Powerline AV Ethernet Adapter to the Router ..........................................1-5

Understanding Powerline Network Security ...................................................................1-6

Using the Security Button to Change the Default Encryption Key in Your Network .1-7

Chapter 2 Using the XAV101 Configuration Utility

Installing the XAV101 Configuration Utility (Recommended) .............................. ....... .....2-1

Main Tab ......................................................................................................................... 2-3

Using the Firmware Upgrade Tool ............................................................................2-4

Resetting to Factory Defaults .............................................. ..................................... 2-6

Changing the Network Encryption Key ...........................................................................2-8

Adding a Device to a Powerline Network . .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ...............................................2-9

Adding a Device from a Locally Connected Computer ..........................................2-10

Adding a Device from a Remotely Connected Computer ......................................2-10

Prioritizing Traffic on the Powerline Network ................................................................2-12

Prioritizing by General Application Type ................................................................2-12

Diagnostics Tab ............................................................................................................2-14

v2.0, January 2009

Chapter 3 Troubleshooting

Product Registration, Support, and Documentation .......................................................3-1

Basic Functioning ...........................................................................................................3-1

Troubleshooting Tips ......................................................................................................3-2

Problems After Changing Network Encryption Key ........................................................ 3-2

Changing the Network Encryption Key for 1 Unit at a Time .....................................3-3

Appendix A Technical Specifications

v2.0, January 2009

About This Manual

The NETGEAR® XAV101 Powerline AV Ethernet Adapter User Guide describes how to install, configure and troubleshoot the XAV101 Powerline AV Ethernet Adapter. The information in this manual is intended for readers with intermediate computer and Internet skills.

Conventions, Formats, and Scope

The conventions, formats, and scope of this manual are described in the following paragraphs:

• Typographical Conventions. This manual uses the following typographical conventions:

Italic Emphasis, books, CDs

Bold User input, IP addresses, GUI screen text

italic URL links

• Formats. This manual uses the following formats to highlight special messages:

Note: This format is used to highlight information of importance or special interest.

Tip: This format is used to highlight a procedure that will save time or resources.

Warning: Ignoring this type of note may result in a malfunction or damage to the

equipment.

v2.0, January 2009

XAV101 Powerline AV Ethernet Adapter User Guide

• Scope. This manual is written for the Powerline AV Ethernet Adapter according to these

specifications:

Product Version XAV101 Powerline AV Ethernet Adapter Manual Publication Date January 2009

Note: Product updates are available on the NETGEAR, Inc. website at

http://www.netgear.com/support.

v2.0, January 2009

Chapter 1

Installation and Basic Configuration

This chapter describes the XAV101 Powerline AV Ethernet Adapter and explains how to install it and to use the Security button to customize the encryption. For information about using the XAV101 configuration utility to configure Powerline security or to prioritize Powerline network traffic with Quality of Service (QoS) features, see Chapter 2, “Using the XAV101 Configuration

Utility.

Package Contents

The product package should contain the following items:

• NETGEAR XAV101 Powerline AV Ethernet Adapter

• Installation Guide

• An Ethernet cable

• Resource CD, including: – The XAV101 Configuration Utility – This manual

• Warranty and Support information card

If any of the parts are incorrect, missing, or damaged, contact your NETGEAR dealer. Keep the carton, including the original packing materials, in case you need to return the Powerline AV Ethernet Adapter for repair.

v2.0, January 2009

1-1

XAV101 Powerline AV Ethernet Adapter User Guide

Internet

Router

Ethernet network

XAV101

Powerline network (always encrypted)

Notebook PC

Desktop PC

How the Powerline AV Ethernet Adapter Fits in Your Network

You can use Powerline AV Ethernet Adapters to extend your Ethern et network anywhere in your house using your existing electrical power line. The following figure shows an example of a Powerline network with two Powerline devices. The Powerline network connects to an Ethernet network:

Figure 1-1

1-2 Installation and Basic Configuration

v2.0, January 2009

XAV101 Powerline AV Ethernet Adapter User Guide

Ethernet port

Ethernet light

Powerline light

Power light

Security button

Reset button

Powerline AV Ethernet Adapter

The following illustration shows the Powerline AV Ethernet Adapter front and side panels:

Figure 1-2

The following table describes the buttons, status lights, and port.

Table 1-1.

Item Description

Power Light • Solid green. The electrical power is on.

Powerline Light • Solid. The adapter is connected to a Powerline network.

Ethernet Light • Solid green. The Ethernet port is linked, but there is no activity.

Installation and Basic Configuration 1-3

Powerline AV Ethernet Adapter Description

• Blinking green. The adapter is setting itself up after the reset or Security button was pressed.

• Off. There is no electrical power.

• Blinking. The adapter is sending or receiving data.

• Off. The adapter has not found any other compatible Powerline devices using the same Powerline network encryption key.

The color indicates the speed of the Powerline link:

• Green. The link is faster than 80 Mbps.

• Orange. The link is 50 Mbps to 80 Mbps.

• Red. The link is less than 50 Mbps.

• Blinking green. There is traffic between an Ethernet port and the Powerline network.

• Off. There is no Ethernet connection.

v2.0, January 2009

+ 25 hidden pages