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4.2 Encryption Tab
The Encryption tab allows you to setup security encryption for your network. You need
to connect the adapter directly to your computer to configure the encryption setting. All
adapters in your home must use the same Encryption Key.
Step 1
With the adapter plugged into the electrical outlet, connect the adapter directly to
your computer and go to the
Encryption tab
.
Step 2
Enter a password in the Encryption Key field.
Step 3
Click on the
Set Local Device Only
button and click
Close
.
Step 4
Repeat steps 1 – 3 for all of the powerline adapters in your home. All the
adapters must use the same Encryption Key.
Note:
If you have already entered the physical passwords for all of the adapters in your
home as described in the previous section, you can remotely set the encryption key for
all the adapters by entering the
Encryption Key
and clicking on the
Set All Devices
button.
To check if your network is secured, go to the
Main tab
and verify that the Network
Type is
Private
.