Does the unit need to be plugged into a computer or can it be plugged straight into the network hub?
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Hi DC. The imageCLASS D530 only connects to a computer via USB cable. We recommend a printer that is designed for networking such as the imageCLASS MF227dw.
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I believe mine is plugged into the wall outlet directly as per Netgear's instructions. :-)I know it's a "guy thing," we don't read instructions, but right there on page 3 of the Installation Guide says in bold red WARNING! Do not plug Powerline devices into a power strip.
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No you don't have to have the RJ45 port plugged in all the time. Some people may not have a wireless lan set up. Also, it may be easier for initial setup of the device.
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No, the pluglink documents say it can prevent it from working or degrade its network performance. So it has to be directly on the wall outlet.
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Nope. It must be plugged in. Netgear makes a neat little security cam that's battery powered.
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That other answer is not entirely correct. A powered hub can operate on USB power only. It does not NEED to be plugged into AC. It will work the same as an un-powered hub, which will limit you to a total of 500mA of current draw from all ports combined. However, if you use the AC adapter then you will have up to 500mA per-port (2A total). So if you are only going to connect low powered devices, or self powered devices, then the AC adapter can be considered optional. If you need to connect devices that draw more power (portable hard drives, USB powered scanners, burners, etc.) then you would need to use the AC adapter to supply the additional power.
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No, it needs to plug into a provided USB cable to connect to a computer (which is easy).
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The connection the a computer is only required during the setup process. After the unit is connected to the network it works as a stand alone network device like your router. It just needs to be connected to a power outlet in a location where the signal strength from the router is at least 70%.
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No - it will need to have the PC plugged directly into it. it's likely that your laptop has an ethernet port though, so you should be able to plug that into this.
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Nope. The device does require to be plugged in. Once unplugged, it will need to be paired up with your devices again once it's replugged in.
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Sorry but no, this unit will only connect to the network via a wireless connection. The LAN ports on the unit are access ports for clients not network ports.
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By default it needs to be plugged in. I think there are wireless dongles for it also.
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is the usb port running off a hub or directly to the computer? needs to connect directly to the computer
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It only needs to be plugged in to a computer during set up. After that it can be disconnected from the computer and moved to wherever it provides the best improvement in signal strength from your router.
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My model has to be plugged into a USB port. You might be able to access data remotely if unit is plugged into a router, and unit software is on the remote computer.
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It cannot be used through a network switch. The cat 5/6 has to be directly attached the unit.
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Yes, it's just a standard hub with a built in USB-To-Ethernet adapter. It's worked on everything I've ever tried it on.