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Powerline 1-port Kit (1-port Fast Ethernet + 1-port Fast Ethernet) (PLEK400)
• Turn your home's existing wiring into a digital network – instantly
• Data rates up to 200Mbps
• Compatible with other HomePlug devices
• Includes 2 single-port adapters to connect one wired Ethernet device to your powerline network
Support Sections
Guide Me provides step-by-step solutions and troubleshooting tips. FAQs are frequently asked product questions. Select Downloads for user guides and firmware updates.
- Overview
- Guide Me
- FAQs
- Product Information
- Getting to know the PLEK400
- PLEK400 Frequently Asked Questions
- Different Linksys Powerline adapters that can be used for setting up a Powerline network
- Common powerline networking issues
- Checking the powerline adapter configuration utility version number
- Overview of the Cisco Powerline AV Utility
- Setting up your powerline ethernet adapter
- Installing the Cisco Powerline AV Utility
- Installing Powerline Fast Ethernet Adapters
- Setting up the security for the Powerline Fast Ethernet Adapter
- Resetting powerline fast ethernet adapters
- Checking the device password on a powerline adapter
- Changing the device name of your powerline network adapters
- Device List
- Connecting computers to your local network using the Powerline adapter
- Creating a network and sharing Internet access using Powerline adapters
- Connecting a PS3™ to the powerline adapter
- Advanced Troubleshooting
- Resolving LED issues when using a Powerline Fast Ethernet Adapter
- Keeping your Linksys devices’ firmware or driver updated
- Downloading the latest drivers or firmware from Linksys support site
- Upgrading the firmware of the Powerline Fast Ethernet Adapter
- Powerline devices that are not detected on the Powerline network
- Product Information
- Getting to know the PLEK400
- PLEK400 Frequently Asked Questions
- Different Linksys Powerline adapters that can be used for setting up a Powerline network
- Common powerline networking issues
- Checking the powerline adapter configuration utility version number
- Overview of the Cisco Powerline AV Utility
- Setting up your powerline ethernet adapter
- Installing the Cisco Powerline AV Utility on Mac®
- Installing Powerline Fast Ethernet Adapters
- Setting up the security for the Powerline Fast Ethernet Adapter
- Resetting powerline fast ethernet adapters
- Checking the device password on a powerline adapter
- Changing the device name of your powerline network adapters
- Device List
- Connecting computers to your local network using the Powerline adapter
- Creating a network and sharing Internet access using Powerline adapters
- Connecting a PS3™ to the powerline adapter
- Advanced Troubleshooting
- Resolving LED issues when using a Powerline Fast Ethernet Adapter
- Keeping your Linksys devices’ firmware or driver updated
- Downloading the latest drivers or firmware from Linksys support site
- Upgrading the firmware of the Powerline Fast Ethernet Adapter
- Powerline devices that are not detected on the Powerline network
- Forums
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Cisco Connect Software Download
Go To http://homesupport.cisco.com/ en-us/wireless/linksys/E3000 Select downloads, choose model number (only one to choose...
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Pre Sales Powerline PLEK400
The internal power supply used by the PLE400 is 100-240 V AC/ 50-60 Hz. The transfer rate of a PLE400 Powerline adapter...
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Cisco Connect Will Not Install
I have finally got Cisco Connect to reinstall. I had to go into computer drive C > Programs > delete Cisco folder....
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Powerline Wireless Extender
When will your Powerline Wireless Extender be out? Was supposed to debut in March 2012 right?...
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Expanding Wireless Through Powerline? WAP54G or something bet...
I have a WRT54G router and I am also using the Linksys powerline equipment (PLE300 and several PLS300 units). The...
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Cisco Connect didn't install properly
I just bought an E2000 and used the supplied CD to set it up with my wired desktop. The router works with the wired computer,...
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Port forwarding questions
Finally figured out that it is an issue with the ports being blocked from my workplace, which is where I was trying to connect...
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Block specific external ip address
Not possible.1. Unless you forward a port the server can't be accessed anyway.2. If you forward a port to the server set...
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Auto DHCP and Static IP together
Definitely! That's the usual practice, if you have devices that needs port forwarding you set static IP address on it. Just...
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Cisco Connect "Advanced Settings"
I have a Linksys E1000, firmware 2.1.02 Build 5. Everything works fine. I would like to be able to turn off and turn on...
- Downloads
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Step 1:
Flip the device over.Step 2:
You should find the model number on the sticker underneath the device. Please see the example.Step 3:
Take note of the exact model number and version of your product. The serial number is located right underneath the model number. In this example, the model number of the device is M20.NOTE: The images may vary depending on the exact model number of your Linksys Product. If there is no version number beside the model number it means that is version 1.
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E-Series
Step 1:
Look at the top of the device.Step 2:
The model number should be found under the CISCO logo.NOTE: The images may vary depending on the exact model number of your Linksys product. The serial number is located underneath the device. If there is no version number beside the model number, it means that it is a version 1.
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Blue and Black
Step 1:
Flip the device over.Step 2:
You should find the model number on the sticker underneath the device. Please see the example.Step 3:
Take note of the exact model number and version of your Linksys device. The serial number is located right underneath the model number. In this example, the model number of the device is WRT54G ver 6.NOTE: The images may vary depending on the exact model number of your Linksys Product. If there is no version number beside the model number it means that is version 1.
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Silver
Step 1:
Look at the side panel of the router when it is standing vertically.Step 2:
You should find the model number on the sticker. Please see the example.NOTE: The images may vary depending on the exact model number of your Linksys Product. If there is no version number beside the model number it means that is version 1.
Step 3:
Take note of the exact model number and version of your Linksys device. The serial number is located right underneath the model number. In this example, the model number is WRT54GX4.
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Wireless Routers with Voice Ports
Step 1:
Look at the side panel of the router when it is standing vertically.Step 2:
You should find the model number on the sticker. Please see the example.NOTE: The images may vary depending on the exact model number of your Linksys Product. If there is no version number beside the model number it means that is version 1.
Step 3:
Take note of the exact model number and version of your Linksys device. The serial number is located right underneath the model number. In this example, the model number is WRTP54G V.2.
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Wireless VPN Routers
Step 1:
Look at the side panel of the router when it is standing vertically.Step 2:
You should find the model number on the sticker. Please see the example.NOTE: The images may vary depending on the exact model number of your Linksys Product. If there is no version number beside the model number it means that is version 1.
Step 3:
Take note of the exact model number and version of your Linksys device. The serial number is located right underneath the model number. In this example, the model number is WRV54G.
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Blue and Black
Step 1:
Flip the device over.Step 2:
You should find the model number on the sticker underneath the device. Please see the example.Step 3:
Take note of the exact model number and version of your Linksys device. The serial number is located right underneath the model number. In this example, the model number of the device is BEFSR41 ver.4.1.NOTE: The images may vary depending on the exact model number of your Linksys Product. If there is no version number beside the model number it means that is version 1.
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PC Card or Card Bus
Step 1:
If your adapter is already connected to the computer, shut down your computer and remove the adapter.Step 2:
You should find the model number on the device itself. Please see the example.Step 3:
Take note of the exact model number and version of your Linksys device. The serial number is located right underneath the model number. In this example, the model number is WPC54G ver.7NOTE: The images may vary depending on the exact model number of your Linksys Product. If there is no version number beside the model number it means that is version 1.
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PCI Adapter
Step 1:
If your adapter is already connected to the computer, shut down your computer and remove the adapter.Step 2:
You should find the model number on the device itself. Please see the example.NOTE: The images may vary depending on the exact model number of your Linksys Product. If there is no version number beside the model number it means that is version 1.
Step 3:
Take note of the exact model number and version of your Linksys device. The serial number is located right underneath the model number. In this example, the model number is WMP54G ver.4.1.
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USB Wireless Adapter
Step 1:
Look for the sticker around the device.Step 2:
You should find the model number on the sticker. Please see the example.NOTE: The images may vary depending on the exact model number of your Linksys Product. If there is no version number beside the model number it means that is version 1.
Step 3:
Take note of the exact model number and version of your Linksys device. The serial number is located right underneath the model number. In this example, the model number is WUSB54G ver.4.
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PCI Adapters
Step 1:
If your adapter is already connected to the computer, shut down your computer and remove the adapter.Step 2:
You should find the model number on the device itself. Please take note of the exact model number and version. Please see the example.Step 3:
Take note of the exact model number and version of your Linksys device. The serial number is located right underneath the model number.NOTE: The images may vary depending on the exact model number of your Linksys Product. If there is no version number beside the model number it means that is version 1.
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SE Switches
Step 1:
Look at the top of the device.Step 2:
The model number should be found under the CISCO logo.Step 3:
Take note of the exact model number and version of your product. The serial number is located underneath the device. In this example, the model number of the device is SE1500.NOTE: The images may vary depending on the exact model number of your Linksys product. If there is no version number beside the model number, it means that it is a version 1.
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Step 1:
Flip the device over.Step 2:
You should find the model number on the sticker underneath the device. Please see the example.Step 3:
Take note of the exact model number and version of your Linksys device. The serial number is located right underneath the model number. In this example, the model number of the device is NMH410.NOTE: The images may vary depending on the exact model number of your Linksys Product. If there is no version number beside the model number it means that is version 1.
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Step 1:
Flip the device over.Step 2:
You should find the model number on the sticker underneath the device. Please see the example.Step 3:
Take note of the exact model number and version of your Linksys device. The serial number is located right underneath the model number. In this example, the model number of the device is DMC250.NOTE: The images may vary depending on the exact model number of your Linksys Product. If there is no version number beside the model number it means that is version 1.
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Downloads
Please ensure you select the correct hardware version as not all downloads are compatible with your device.
Free Software notice for certain products, click here.
PLE400 Firmware
04/16/2012
Ver.2.1.9
Download
980 KB(PLE400 Firmware)
Release Notes
XP, Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8 Utility
03/27/2013
Ver.1.4.5.0
Download
10.5 MB(Utility)
Release Notes
Mac Utility
10/02/2012
Ver.1.4.2.0
Download
3.42 MB(Utility)
Release Notes
How to find your model or serial number
To find model or serial numbers, choose your device below.
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Forums
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Cisco Connect Software Download
Go To http://homesupport.cisco.com/ en-us/wireless/linksys/E3000 Select downloads, choose model number...
-
Pre Sales Powerline PLEK400
The internal power supply used by the PLE400 is 100-240 V AC/ 50-60 Hz. The transfer rate of a PLE400...
-
Cisco Connect Will Not Install
I have finally got Cisco Connect to reinstall. I had to go into computer drive C > Programs > delete...
Guide Me
Get quick solutions and troubleshooting tips.





