ZyXEL Communications PLA-470 v2 User Manual

PLA-4xx Series User’s Guide

This chapter shows you how to use the Configuration Utility (or Utility) to secure, manage and  
set up Quality of Service (QoS) on your powerline network. 

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 21   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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