ZyXEL Communications PLA-4xx Series - Manual (Page 50)

Chapter 5 LEDs and Troubleshooting
PLA-4xx Series User’s Guide
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The following table describes the lights’ behavior.
5.2 Power and Light Problems
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The PLA-4xx does not turn on. None of the lights turn on.
1 Make sure you are using the power cord included with the PLA-4xx.
2 Make sure the power cord is connected to the PLA-4xx and plugged in to an appropriate
power source. Make sure the power source is turned on.
3 Disconnect and re-connect the power cord to the PLA-4xx.
4 Remove the powerline adapter from the outlet. Then connect an electrical device that
you know works into the same power outlet. This checks the status of the power outlet.
5 If the problem continues, contact the vendor.
V
The ETHERNET light does not turn on.
1 Check the hardware connections. See the Quick Start Guide.
2 Inspect your cables for damage. Contact the vendor to replace any damaged cables.
3 Check the Ethernet adapter on your computer and make sure it’s enabled and working
properly.
4 If the PLA-4xx is connected to an Ethernet switch or router, make sure the device is
working correctly, and that the LAN network is working and configured correctly as
well.
Table 10 PLA-470 Lights
LIGHTS ICON STATUS DESCRIPTION
POWER On The PLA-470 is on and receiving power.
Off The PLA-470 is not receiving power.
LINK On The POWER port detects another powerline adapter.
Blinking The PLA-470 is communicating with another powerline
adapter.
Off The POWER port is not detecting another powerline
adapter.
ETHERNET On The ETHERNET port is on and ready and the PLA-470
detects a device connected to it.
Blinking The PLA-470 is communicating with a router, modem,
switch or a computer connected to it.
Off The PLA-470 does not detect any devices connected to its
ETHERNET port.