NP285 Turbo HomePlug Ethernet over Power Adaptor
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YM798 Rev1
About Network Security with the NP285
Network Security
Normally the electric meter forms a physical barrier, i.e. only devices connected to
this meter can be part of the network and benefit from the phase coupling. We strongly
recommend that you use the NP285 Turbo HomePlug Ethernet Adaptor internal device
encryption. Encryption is configured with the NP285 Turbo HomePlug Ethernet Adaptor
Configuration Utility. Refer to following pages.
How to Use Passwords Correctly
You can improve your security substantially by following some important rules regarding
the use of passwords.
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Keep your passwords as secret as possible.
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Never write a password down. Popular, but completely unsuitable storage options in-
clude notebooks, wallets and text files in computers.
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Do not pass on your password unnecessarily.
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Select a random password. Use random strings of letters and numbers. Passwords from
common language usage are not secure.
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Change the password regularly or immediately if you feel it has been compromised.
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Passwords should be changed as frequently as possible. This requires a little effort, but
increases your security considerably. Even if only the slightest indication of a leak ex-
ists, the password should be changed.
Note: Always keep your network secure and use the internal device encryption (the network
password) for security. The NP285 can be configured using the NP285 Turbo HomeP-
lug Configuration Utility, refer to the following pages.
Network Volume
The maximum number of HomePlug adaptors in a single-family house is theoretically 253
connections, but in practice no more than 10 devices should be transferring data simulta-
neously.
