NEXUSLINK GPL-2000WAC-KIT 2000 Powerline Adapter with WiFi Kit Installation Guide
- June 6, 2024
- NEXUSLINK
Table of Contents
NEXUSLINK GPL-2000WAC-KIT 2000 Powerline Adapter with WiFi Kit
Understanding Your Powerline Adapter
Initial Powerline Adapter Setup
NOTE: A minimum of two G.hn Powerline Adapters are required to create a connection. The following instructions show how to create a G.hn Powerline network using the GPL-2000PT and GPL-2000WAC. Please skip to Steps 3-4 to add and secure additional G.hn Powerline adapters to your existing network.
-
Plug the GPL-2000PT Powerline Adapter into a power outlet near your Network Device Modem, Router, or Access Point).
For maximum performance, please plug the Powerline Adapter directly into the wall outlet. Do not plug into a power strip or surge protector, as network performance could degrade significantly.
-
Connect the GPL-2000PT to your Network Device (Modem, Router, or Access Point) with an Ethernet (RJ-45) cable. Wait 10 seconds for the Ethernet LED to light up GREEN, which indicates a connection is established. A flashing GREEN light indicates that the device is sending data.
-
Plug the GPL-2000WAC Powerline Adapter into a power outlet near the location you want to add Wireless.
Pairing the Powerline Adapters -
Press the Security Button on the GPL-2000PT until you see the Security LED GREEN. Then press the Security Button on the GPL-2000WAC until you see the Security LED start blinking GREEN. The Security LED and the Connection LED should be solid GREEN on both Adapters when they are successfully paired.
Note: If you are adding to an existing G.hn Powerline network, then press the Security Button on any Adapter in the existing G.hn Powerline network until you see the Security LED start blinking GREEN.
Repeat this on the Powerline Adapter you are adding. The Security LED and the Connection LED will light up GREEN on all adapters within the G.hn Powerline network.
-
Repeat Steps 3 to 4 to add additional Powerline Adapters. Please note that up to 16 devices can be connected within a Powerline G.hn Network.
Please note, if you are adding supplementary G.hn Powerline Adapters with WiFi, then the network will automatically unify all Access Points to a single SSID and Password per band.
Connect Your WiFi Devices to the New GPL-2000WAC Access Point
-
For some devices (E.g. laptops, cameras, set-top-boxes, etc.) Wireless connectivity can be done via WPS (Wireless Protected Setup). WPS allows you to simply connect devices to the new Access Point without entering a username/password manually.
To do this, please follow the instructions in Section E below. -
To connect your WiFi devices to your new GPL-2000WAC WiFi Access Point, select the GPL-2000WAC Access Point using your WiFi device’s standard network list.
The Network Name (SSID) and Password (WiFi Key) can be found on the bottom of the GPL-2000WAC. Continue to Section F.
Setup of WiFi Devices via WPS (WiFi Protected Setup)
-
Press and hold the WPS Button for more than 2 seconds on the GPL-2000WAC to activate its WPS. The GPL-2000WAC’s WPS LED should blink GREEN to indicate a WPS
connection is in progress. -
Within two minutes, press the WPS Button (often the WPS/Reset Button) on your remote Internet-Enabled Devices to activate WPS.
-
The devices will establish a secure WiFi connection.
Creating a Custom SSID & Password
-
If you would like a different SSID and Password than what is provided, you will need to change it via the Web management interface. Start your Web browser and input “192.168.0.10” in the address bar. Then press the “Enter” key.
-
You will then see the following displayed. Input the Username “root” and default password “12345”. Then press the Login button to view the Web management interface. Please ensure there are no other active network connections on your computer (disconnect WiFi connections and Ethernet cables).
-
Press the “Wireless Settings” section in the left-hand sidebar. Here you can adjust the SSID for the two Wireless bands.
-
Press the “Security Settings” section to adjust the Wireless security settings for the wireless bands.
Troubleshooting
The following information should help you diagnose basic set up or installation problems.
Connection LED is OFF: The Connection LED shows that the Powerline Adapter is
connected to the G.hn Network. If the indicator is off, then plug both
Powerline Adapters that you are attempting to pair into power outlets that are
located within the same room. The Connection LED should light up GREEN. If
not, then press the Reset Button on each adapter for more than 10 seconds.
Afterwards, you
can plug the units back into their original location.
Ethernet LED is OFF: If the Ethernet LED fails to light up, check that the LAN port of the Powerline Adapter is connected firmly to the LAN port of the other device. To check the condition of the Ethernet cable, use another cable to test the same connection.
Security LED is OFF: If the Security LED is off, then it means the Powerline
Adapter is not securely paired. Press the Security Button on the Powerline
Adapter for 3 seconds until you see the Security LED start flashing GREEN.
Repeat this on the other Powerline Adapter. The Security LED and the
Connection LED will light up GREEN on both adapters. This means the adapters
are now securely paired and have a
strong connection.
2.4GHz LED /5GHz LED is OFF: If the 2.4GHz LED/5GHz LED are off, then it means
the WiFi is not enabled. You can turn on both
indicators, (i.e. enable WiFi) by pressing the WiFi Button on the side of the device. You can also login to the GPL-2000WAC Web Interface to enable the WiFi. Please refer to the User Manual for additional details.
To join an existing G.hn Powerline network, press the Security Button on any Powerline Adapter in the existing G.hn Powerline network for 3 seconds until you see the Security LED start flashing GREEN. Then press the Security Button on the additional Powerline Adapter. The Security LED and the Connection LED will light up GREEN on both adapters.
- If you have tried the above and are still experiencing problems, you can reset all devices to factory default by pushing the Reset Button for more than 10 seconds (until all the LEDs of the device blink)
Power Specifications
- I/P: 100-125Vac, 50/60Hz, 15A
- O/P: 100-125Vac, 50/60Hz, 15A
WARNING
- For indoor use only
- Disconnect the PLC from the power source before servicing
- Do NOT open the casing
- Do NOT use near water
- Do NOT insert sharp objects into the adapter’s socket
- Socket maximum output is 15A
Additional Help
Visit the GPL-2000WAC Product Webpage for additional resources such as a User
Manual, FAQs, and/or Videos.
Link: nexuslinkusa.com/product/gpl-2000wac-
kit
Call: 855-313-4433
Email: [email protected]