Security in the Powerline Network
FRITZ!Powerline 546E
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Security in the Powerline Network
Various security mechanisms of FRITZ!Powerline 546E ensure the
safety of your FRITZ!Powerline network.
19.1
FRITZ!Powerline Always Password Protected
A powerline network with FRITZ!Powerline 546E is protected
with a unique password:
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When you set up a new powerline network with
FRITZ!Powerline 546E, the network is protected by en-
cryption (128-bit AES) and a unique network password.
Both are enabled in FRITZ!Powerline upon delivery.
The password protects from unauthorized access and is
used to encrypt the transmitted data.
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When you integrate FRITZ!Powerline 546E into an exist-
ing powerline network that does not have a unique net-
work password, a unique password is configured auto-
matically.
19.2
No Access from Outside Permitted
No access to a FRITZ!Powerline is possible from outside your
home or your apartment:
Anyone who wants to integrate a powerline adapter into the
FRITZ!Powerline network must press the “Security” button on
a FRITZ!Powerline adapter.
Pressing the button starts transmission of the network pass-
word to the new powerline adapter.
19.3
Changing the Network Password
The preconfigured network password can be changed. For in-
structions, see
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