ZyXEL Communications 470 User Manual

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PLA-4xx Series User’s Guide
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Managing Your PLA-4xx
This chapter shows you how to use the configuration utility to manage security and update 
software on the PLA-4xxs in your powerline network. 
3.1  Overview
The PLA-4xx is designed as a plug-and-play network expanding solution. This means that 
once you complete your hardware connections, the PLA-4xxs in your network (without 
additional configuration) are able to communicate with each other by sending and receiving 
information over your home’s electrical wiring (A). For the PLA-402 models you have the 
option to use coaxial cables (B) to expand your network. 
Figure 12   Example Network Setup
All HomePlug AV compliant powerline adapters within range can join your network. The 
range varies depending on the quality of your home’s wiring. In the case of coaxial cable this 
can extend beyond the boundary of your home (for example your neighbor’s house or 
apartment). 
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network security.
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