Chapter 1 Introducing the PLA
PLA6457 User’s Guide
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Figure 3 Expand Your Network with the PLA
Connect your first PLA (PLA1) to an Internet gateway such as a modem and plug it into an ordinary
power outlet in your home. Plug a second PLA (PLA2) in Room1 into another power outlet and connect
a computer to the PLA for Internet access. Plug a third PLA (PLA3) in Room2 into another power outlet
and connect a Smart TV to the PLA for streaming video. Plug a fourth PLA (PLA4) in Room3 into another
power outlet and connect a Smart TV to the PLA for streaming video.
1.6 Security
Since your G.hn Network may extend outside your premises, it is important to set up security on your PLA.
1.6.1 Domain Name
You can use the domain name to identify your PLA in the G.hn Network.
1.6.2 Setting Up Encrypted Pairing
The ENCRYPT feature automatically sets up encrypted pairing on your G.hn Network using the ENCRYPT
button (see Section 2.1 on page 12 for more information). It involves authenticating the identity of the
two PLAs to be paired and encrypting the link.
Alternatively, use the Web Configurator to set up encrypted pairing on the PLA. Although the PLA is a
“plug-and-play” network expanding solution there are several reasons for enabling security on the G.hn
Network in your home.
1 It is easy and only requires you to change a network name.
Table 3 Domain Name Summary
IDENTITY DESCRIPTION
Domain Name Your PLA follow the G.hn standard and is shipped with the same domain name “G.hn
Network”. Change the domain name through the Web Configurator or RESET button to
create a private network. See Section 3.4 on page 20.
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