User's Manual

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1. Getting Started
This chapter describes your Powerline 500 WiFi Access Point (XWN5001), and how your
adapters can fit into a home network. It also explains the security features and how to customize
the encryption key for added security. For more information about the topics covered in this
manual, visit the support website at http://support.netgear.com.
This chapter includes the following sections:
Hardware Features
How the Powerline AV 500 Access Point Fits in Your Network
Set Up the Powerline Network
Powerline Network Security
Set Up the Access Point Wireless Network
Join the Access Point Wireless Network
Use the Security Button to Set the Encryption Key
Use the Security Button to Set the Encryption Key
Set the Encryption Key