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  • Page 1 HomePlug to Ethernet Bridge User Manual (GHPB42W6)

  • Page 2: Welcome

    To better serve you, IOGEAR offers an array of additional USB 2.0, USB 1.1, FireWire, KVM, and other peripheral products. For more information or to purchase additional IOGEAR products, visit us at www.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Welcome ...3 Overview ...5 Features ...6 Requirements ...7 Introduction ...8 Installation ...10 Installation of the utility software ...14 Powerline Confi guration Utility ...19 Network Confi guration ...26 Networking Basics ...34 Sharing Internet Access ...64 Frequently Asked Questions ...68 Technical Support ...71 Specifi...

  • Page 4: Overview

    Overview IOGEAR’s HomePlug Ethernet Bridge allows you to network your home computers through the most pervasive medium in your house - the electric power lines - and share Broadband Internet connections, printers, transfer fi les, play games, and more. This unit can be used to HomePlug-enable one computer with a 10/100Base-T adapter, or to make a group of computers HomePlug-ready through either a network switch or router.

  • Page 5: Features

    Features • Extend your WiFi network through existing powerlines • Network your gaming devices through powerlines to play games with a remote partner • No extra wires required to create a network, simply use the most pervasive medium in your home –...

  • Page 6: Requirements

    • Available AC power outlets in the room. • Standard home power line wiring. • Computers with 10/100Base-T adapters, or 10/100Base-T switch/hub. • When used as a node: Windows 98SE, ME, 2000, XP. • When used as a bridge: any operating system (OS transparent).

  • Page 7: Introduction

    Introduction IOGEAR’s HomePlug to Ethernet Bridge allows you to network your computers via your existing home power lines. It offers a data transmission speed of up to 85 Mbps, and reaches up to 990 feet through standard power lines. Package contents:...
  • Page 8 Front View: 1. Powerline LED – lights up in green when other Homeplug devices are detected on the same powerline 2. Link/ACT – blinks when data is sent through the Homeplug connection 3. Ethernet port- connecting to the Ethernet of the computer or the devices (router, wi-fi...

  • Page 9: Installation

    Installation There are several ways to network your computers using the HomePlug Bridge. Before we get started, please NOTE: Do not place HomePlug devices under direct sunlight or near high heat emitting devices; Do not place HomePlug devices near water or wet surfaces to avoid electric hazards; Do not place HomePlug devices on any moving or unstable surfaces;...
  • Page 10 Installation 5. There are several ways to see whether the Homeplug bridge is functioning. One way is the observe the LED, the Link/ACT LED should start blinking after you plug the bridge in the wall outlet. For most of the Windows machines (as this Windows 2000 machine used to create this manual), you should see a message being prompted on the tool bar: “Local Area Connection, Speed XX Mbps”.
  • Page 11 Installation 6. You can also go to “Control Panel”, select “Network and Dial up and Connections. Click the “Local Area ” Connection” icon.
  • Page 12 Installation 7. You can see the network connection is already established. At this point, you can start communicating with the other computers or devices on the powerline. Please refer to Network Confi guration section in how to set up networks for various purposes. In order to add security and other utilities, you will need to install the utility software.

  • Page 13: Installation Of The Utility Software

    Installation of the utility software 1. Make sure that your HomePlug bridge is NOT CONNECTED TO THE COM- PUTER before you install the driver. 2. Insert the installation CD. If CD does not automatically load, run (CD Drive Letter):\setup.exe. 3. Click Next.
  • Page 14 Installation of the utility software Enter a username and organization name, and continue installation. (Username and Organization have no importance in device operation. This window might look slightly dif- ferent on other platforms.)
  • Page 15 Installation of the utility software Click “Next” to continue.
  • Page 16 Installation of the utility software Click “Install” to start the Installation Wizard...
  • Page 17 The following window will be prompted to indicate that the installation is successful. To uninstall the driver, simply go to your Add/Remove programs control panel and remove the IOGEAR Powerline Confi guration Utilities. Then restort your computer to complete the uninstall.

  • Page 18: Powerline Confi Guration Utility

    Powerline Confi guration Utility Double click the IOGear Powerline Utility icon to start the Powerline Confi guration Utility. The utility is used to confi gure the Homeplug unit”...
  • Page 19 Powerline Confi guration Utility The Main tab shows the HomePlug units that are connected to the current computer and other devices on the network. It will also tell Mac Address of each device. It will refresh the window, if you change devices, and also will allow you to connect to different networks if multiple units are connected to your computer.
  • Page 20 The Main tab shows all the other HomePlug units on your powerline network. It will represent them by MAC Address, and will also show the available bandwidth to each unit (Units farther away from the current computer might have a lower Data Rate, since the distance is farther).
  • Page 21 Powerline Confi guration Utility Note: If a Unit shows MAC Address of all 0’s, this unit might not have a solid connection, or might not connect at all. If this is the case please contact technical support Note: If there are units in your home, that you do not see in this Network scan, try to unplug all devices, and plug them back in (Only do this with the Units that you do not view in the network screen, you...
  • Page 22 Press Enter Password button to put in the DEK (Device Encryption Key) found on the package or device. Enter this key into the Password area. Click OK. Add all the DEK keys for each unit in your house. Note: The DEK is unique for EACH HomePlug devices. To use this you will need to input the DEK for each unit.”...
  • Page 23 Powerline Confi guration Utility After putting in the password, click on Set Local Devices Only to ensure all data that is sent from this unit are encrypted using 56-bit data encryption standard and isolated from the other computer on the network. Users may also use different network name for each HomePlug device attached to a computer.
  • Page 24 The Diagnostics tab will allow users to see the devices that are currently available on the powerline network Powerline Confi guration Utility This screen displays the version number of the utility. Click Close to complete the confi guration.”...

  • Page 25: Network Confi Guration

    A node is any given device that resides or is connected onto an existing network. A computer with a network card connected to a switch is a node. The same thing applies to a Mac connected to a hub. What is a bridge? A bridge is used when connecting one side of the network with another network.
  • Page 26 Network Confi guration Can I use both in the same network? Yes. It is perfectly right to have both nodes and bridges on a network as long the maximum is not exceeded. It is also fi ne to have USB nodes on the same network with Ethernet nodes. How do I decide whether I need a USB adapter or Ethernet bridge as a node? It should be determined by the available connection on the computer that you plan to connect to the HomePlug network.
  • Page 27 Network Confi guration a. Using the HomePlug Ethernet Bridge (Node Mode) (Several HomePlug Bridges can be used)
  • Page 28 Network Confi guration b. Using the HomePlug USB Adapter AND Ethernet Bridge (Node Mode)
  • Page 29 Network Confi guration c. Using the HomePlug Ethernet bridge to make a sub network HomePlug ready to communicate with the other HomePlug nodes. Powerline...
  • Page 30 Network Confi guration d. Using the HomePlug Ethernet bridge to extend the WiFi network and eliminate dead spots.
  • Page 31 Network Confi guration e. Using Homeplug bridge to share Broadband Internet access through the whole house.
  • Page 32 Network Confi guration f. Using the HomePlug Ethernet bridge to play game remotely.

  • Page 33: Networking Basics

    Networking Basics Prior to installing HomePlug, you may have had some ideas about using your new network. This section will help you get started on those ideas or even give you some new ones. It will go through the process of sharing fi...
  • Page 34 Networking Basics 1. Click “Next” in the window(right) for the Network Setup Wizard.
  • Page 35 Networking Basics 2. Read and follow the instructions in the following window and then click “Next”.
  • Page 36 3. In the following window, select among the 3 options which best describe this computer and then click “Next”. If your computer connects to a broadband router/gateway, select the second Networking Basics...
  • Page 37 Networking Basics 4. Fill in the information in the following window as you desire and then click “Next”.
  • Page 38 Networking Basics 5. Enter the Workgroup name as you wish and then click “Next”. (Very important: All computers on your network should have the same Workgroup.
  • Page 39 Networking Basics 6. Review the setting in the following screen, and click “Next” to continue. If you want to change any settings, you need to click “Back” and start over again.
  • Page 40 Networking Basics 7. Please wait while the Network Setup Wizard applies the changes and confi gures the computer.
  • Page 41 Networking Basics 8. When the confi guration is done, the following screen will come up. Select one of the 4 options according to your needs. (In this example, the last choice was selected.) Click “Next.”...
  • Page 42 Networking Basics 9. Then click “Finish” on this next window.
  • Page 43 Networking Basics 10. The new setting will take effect after you restart the computer. Click “Yes” to restart the computer. Congratulations, you have completed confi guring this computer! After setting up networks on all your computers on the network, you will be able to use your HomePlug network to share fi les, printers, and Internet connections.
  • Page 44 Networking Basics Topic 2: Checking IP ad- d r e s s e s i n W i n d o w s XP/2000 Go to Start>Programs>Accessories> Command Prompt.
  • Page 45 Networking Basics 1. Type “ipconfi g” at the prompt, then press Enter. You will see the IP address of this computer.
  • Page 46 Networking Basics Topic 3: Assigning a Static IP Address (Note: If you use DHCP-capable gateway/router, you don’t need to assign any static IP addresses because the gateway/router will automatically assign IP ad- dresses to the computers on the network.) Go to Star t>Settings>Control Panel>Network Connections>Local Area Connection Right click on Local Area Connection, then double click on Properties, you will see a window similar...
  • Page 47 Networking Basics 1. At the following window, select “Use the following IP address:”, and fi ll in the desired IP address and subnet mask (it is recommended to use the default subnet mask as shown in the following window. Subnet mask must be the same for all the computers on the network.) If you need to enter DNS address, you must enter the address of the default gateway.
  • Page 48 Networking Basics 2.Click “Close” on the Local Area Connection Properties window. You have completed static IP address assignment.
  • Page 49 Networking Basics Topic 4. Sharing Disks/Folders Once the network has been checked / confi gured, you can access other systems via “My Network Places”. To allow other systems to access data on your disks / in your folders, you have to give permission to share your disks and/or folders.
  • Page 50 Networking Basics Once you have selected the folder to be shared, right- click to select “sharing and security.”...
  • Page 51 Networking Basics 2. In the following window, click to select “Share this folder”. Then click on “Permission”.
  • Page 52 Networking Basics 3. Please note that by default, all users defi ned on your XP Professional system will have full permissions. You can reduce the permissions (for example to allow only Read-access) and/or you could add a different group of users to have access permission (but then you should delete the group “Everyone”...
  • Page 53 Networking Basics 4. Click OK on the original Sharing and Security window to conclude the process. 5. Once a disk or folder is shared, the icon will show it via the “holding hand.”...
  • Page 54 Topic 5. Share Printers You may now share any installed print- ers connected to this computer with other computers on your network. 1. Using the computer that has the printer already connected to it, go to: Start > Control Panel > Printers and Faxes.
  • Page 55 Networking Basics 2. In the following window, click on “Share this Printer” and type in the share name you would like. After this is done, click on “Apply” and then “OK”.
  • Page 56 Networking Basics Now when you go to “Printers and Faxes” in the Control Panel, you will see the sup- porting hand underneath the printer, which means that the printer is being shared in the network.
  • Page 57 Networking Basics For a computer to access a Network Printer, the device driver or software for that printer must be installed and pointed to the proper location of the printer. This is done similarly to the way you installed the printer on the computer it is con- nected to.
  • Page 58 Networking Basics 2. Click on “Add a printer”.
  • Page 59 Networking Basics 3. Select the network printer option and click Next.
  • Page 60 Networking Basics 4. Find the printer you would like to share and click Next.
  • Page 61 Networking Basics Decide if you would like to choose this printer as a default printer and click Next.
  • Page 62 Networking Basics You have now added the printer to your computer, click Finish. Now you may use the Network Printer as if it was directly con- nected to the computer. Make sure that the computer which is directly connected to the printer is on.

  • Page 63: Sharing Internet Access

    Sharing Internet Access Topic 6. Sharing Internet Access So how can the Internet connection be shared among other computers on the HomePlug network? Since neither the HomePlug Bridge nor USB Adapter are capable of routing at this time, a router is neces- sary in order to share an Internet connection.
  • Page 64 Sharing Internet Access Please follow these steps for setting up Internet Sharing:...
  • Page 65 Sharing Internet Access a. Make sure that the DSL/Cable modem is connected to the Router (using the WAN port on the router.) b. Connect the HomePlug Bridge to the Router (using the Uplink port on the router.) c. Check the link light on the HomePlug Bridge. It must light up green. d.
  • Page 66 Sharing Internet Access Checking Router Settings: Please make sure that the following settings on your router are set: (The setup windows will depend on the router manufacturer’s software.) A) The IP should be obtained automatically; B) DHCP must be enabled; C) Release DHCP and then Renew DHCP to reset the IP Addresses.

  • Page 67: Frequently Asked Questions

    Bridge mode operates without software installation and can work with any 10/100Base-T or 10Base-T Ether- net connections. By connecting the bridge to a router, switch, or Ethernet based device (XBOX, PlayStation, Web Tablet, PocketPC, Computer, etc.), you will be able to make these devices bridge onto the HomePlug...
  • Page 68 network. Node mode operates by connecting the Ethernet bridge (GHPB42W6) to one computer (ONLY) and installing drivers onto the computer, allowing it to set the device into Node Mode. The advantage with Node Mode operation is there is no limitation to the number of nodes that can operate on a HomePlug network.
  • Page 69 56bit-DES is superior because of its DES type Encryption. Just because 802.11B uses 128bit-WEP with more bits doesn’t mean the encryption is better. Also, the IOGEAR HomePlug devices use hardware 56bit-DES encryption. With hardware encryption the signal is almost impossible to crack. The hardware...

  • Page 70: Technical Support

    23 Hubble Irvine, CA 92618 You may also reach us online at www.iogear.com/support 24 hours a day. Please be ready to give a brief description of the problem, and what you were doing when the problem occurred, before calling Service Support. The Service Support representative will be able to serve you...
  • Page 71 Technical Support 1) What is the purchase date and serial number of the product? 2) Were any messages displayed on the screen when the error occurred? If so, what was the exact wording of the message? 3) What type of Computer are you using? 4) When does the problem occur? 5) Can the problem be reproduced? If so, what are the steps necessary to reproduce the problem?

  • Page 72: Specifi Cations

    Specifi cations...

  • Page 73: Limited Warranty

    Limited Warranty IN NO EVENT SHALL THE DIRECT VENDOR’S LIABILITY FOR DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCI- DENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT, DISK, OR ITS DOCUMENTATION EXCEED THE PRICE PAID FOR THE PRODUCT. The direct vendor makes no warranty or representation, expressed, implied, or statutory with respect to the contents or use of this documentation, and especially disclaims its quality, performance, merchant- ability, or fi...

  • Page 74: Radio & Tv Interference Statement

    Radio & TV Interference Statement WARNING!!! This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause interference to radio communications. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B computing device pursuant to Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC Rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference when operated in a commercial environment.
  • Page 75 Contact info. 23 Hubble • Irvine, CA 92618 • (P) 949.453.8782 • (F) 949.453.8785 • www.iogear.com...

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