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Secure Your Powerline Network
A Powerline network forms when at least two compatible Powerline
devices communicate. After the Powerline network is up and running,
you can use the Security buttons on the adapters to add encryption to
your Powerline network.
NETGEAR recommends that you secure your Powerline network to
protect your personal information and media from unwanted access.
If you do not set up security on your network, anyone nearby with a
Powerline network can potentially use their connection to gain access
to your network and information you send over the Internet. Setting
up security is especially relevant in settings such as apartment
buildings, office buildings, dorm rooms, and other populated areas.
CAUTION: Do not press the Security button until each adapter has
powered up and its Power LED is solid green. Pressing this
button too soon can temporarily disable Powerline
communication. If this occurs, use the Factory Reset button
to return the Powerline adapter to its factory default settings.
