ZyXEL Communications PLA6456 User Manual

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User’s Guide
PLA6456
G.hn Wave 2 Powerline Pass-through Gigabit Ethernet Adapter
Copyright © 2019 Zyxel Communications Corporation
Default Network Name HomeGrid
LAN IP Address http://DHCP-assigned
IP
Default Password FLYPIG2400
Version 1.0 Ed. 1, 11/2019

ZyXEL Communications PLA6456 Specifications

General

Type	Powerline Adapter
Standard	HomePlug AV2
Security	128-bit AES encryption
Power Saving Mode	Yes
Operating Humidity	10% to 90% non-condensing
Ports	Gigabit Ethernet
Dimensions	115 x 70 x 47 mm
Standards	IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u
Ethernet Ports	1
Operating Temperature	0°C to 40°C

Summary

Introducing the PLA

Security

RESET/ENCRYPT Button

RESET/ENCRYPT Button Overview

Explains the function of the RESET/ENCRYPT button for setting up secure connections.

Adding Devices to a HomeGrid Network

Multiple Separate HomeGrid Networks

Web Configurator

HomeGrid Network Security

Explains how encryption (AES) protects data and the role of the network name (Domain Name).

System Login

Details the process of accessing the Web Configurator via a web browser and entering credentials.

G.hn Settings

Guides on configuring basic G.hn settings like Device ID, Domain Name, and encryption.

IP Settings

Explains how to configure IP settings, including DHCP and manual IPv4/IPv6 address assignment.

Ethernet Settings

Device Settings

HomeGrid Network Setup Tutorial

Adding a PLA

Setting Up a New Network with a New PLA

Troubleshooting

Power and Light Problems

Offers solutions for issues related to the PLA not turning on or lights not illuminating.

Web Configurator Problems

Powerline Problems

Provides solutions for weak signals or interference on the HomeGrid network.

RESET/ENCRYPT Button Problems

Helps resolve issues encountered when using the RESET/ENCRYPT button.