NETGEAR XAVB5501 User Manual

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350 East Plumeria Drive

San Jose, CA 95134

USA

February 2011

202-10711-01

v1.0

XAV5501 Powerline AV+

500 Adapter

User Manual

Table of Contents

Other manuals for NETGEAR XAVB5501

Installation Guide2 pages

Datasheet1 page

Questions and Answers:

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Hannah WaltersAug 12, 2025
Why is the Powerline LED off on my NETGEAR XAVB5501?
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  Joseph CaldwellAug 12, 2025
  If the Powerline LED is off on your NETGEAR Adapter, it means the Powerline devices can't find each other. Ensure they are plugged into powered outlets and use the same network encryption key. Try moving the Powerline device closer to the computer or other devices. If you have set up network security, ensure all Powerline devices use the same encryption key. If this occurred after changing the network encryption key, reset each device to its factory default settings.
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Anne BlackwellAug 15, 2025
How to fix a NETGEAR Adapter when the Power LED is off?
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  Jason Jimenez MDAug 16, 2025
  If the Power LED on your NETGEAR Adapter is off, ensure that the electrical outlet is supplying power. Also, make sure the Powerline device is not plugged into an extension cord, power strip, or surge protector.
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Andrew BeckAug 20, 2025
Why is the Power LED amber on my NETGEAR Adapter?
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  Casey MckinneyAug 20, 2025
  When the NETGEAR Adapter's Power LED is amber, it signifies that the adapter has entered power saving mode because the Ethernet port has been unlinked for more than 10 minutes. The adapter will return to normal mode once the Ethernet port is linked again.
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Zachary JohnsonAug 23, 2025
Why NETGEAR XAVB5501 has not found any other compatible Powerline devices?
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  christopher10Aug 23, 2025
  If your NETGEAR Adapter hasn't found compatible Powerline devices, check that all Powerline devices are on the same electrical circuit and using the same encryption key.
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Joshua BakerAug 27, 2025
How to turn on LEDs on my NETGEAR XAVB5501 Adapter?
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  cortezjasonAug 27, 2025
  If all LEDs are off on your NETGEAR Adapter when plugged into the AC line, use the Powerline utility to check if the LEDs have been turned off via the software. If they are off, use the utility to turn them back on.
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Mary AustinAug 31, 2025
What to do if NETGEAR Adapter has no electrical power?
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  Anna VelazquezAug 31, 2025
  If your NETGEAR Adapter has no electrical power, ensure that the adapter is properly plugged in and powered on.
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Elizabeth SmithSep 3, 2025
What to do if NETGEAR XAVB5501 Adapter has no Ethernet connection?
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  Jean BatesSep 3, 2025
  If your NETGEAR Adapter has no Ethernet connection, check the Ethernet cable and ensure it is securely connected.
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Renee BennettSep 7, 2025
What to do if the Ethernet LED is not blinking on my NETGEAR XAVB5501?
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  Zoe DavisSep 7, 2025
  If the Ethernet LED on your NETGEAR Adapter isn't blinking, it could be due to a lack of data traffic. Ensure your router and modem are on. Check that the Ethernet cable is working and securely connected between the Powerline adapter port and a router LAN port. Verify that a PC connected directly to the router can access the Internet. You can also press the Reset button on each device for 1 second to return the Powerline adapter to its factory default settings.

NETGEAR XAVB5501 Specifications

General

Brand	NETGEAR
Model	XAVB5501
Category	Adapter
Language	English

Summary

Installation and Basic Configuration

How the Powerline AV+ 500 Adapter Fits in Your Network

LED and Feature Descriptions

Installing Your Powerline XAV5501 Adapter

Steps to prepare for installation and plan device locations.

Connecting a Powerline AV+ 500 Adapter to the Router

Instructions and diagram for connecting the adapter to the router.

Adding Adapters to Your Network

Understanding Powerline Network Security

Explains the importance of securing the powerline network and methods.

Set the Encryption Key

Instructions on how to set a private encryption key for the network.

Using the XAV5501 Powerline Utility

Installing the XAV5501 Powerline Utility

Guide on downloading and installing the utility software from the NETGEAR website.

Powerline Utility Screen

Set Encryption Keys

Details how to configure network encryption keys using the utility for security.

Reset a Device to Factory Settings

Steps to restore a powerline adapter to its original factory default settings.

Add a Device to a Powerline Network

Return to the Default Network Encryption Key

Instructions to revert the network encryption key back to the default HomePlugAV setting.

Troubleshooting

Basic Functioning

LED Troubleshooting Tips

Provides solutions for common problems related to adapter LEDs.

Problems after Changing the Network Encryption Key

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