Table Of Contents; Introduction - Linksys USB200HA User Manual

Table of Contents

Introduction
Package Contents
Windows & Computer Compatibility
Getting to Know the Phoneline 10M USB
Network Adapter
The Adapter's Ports
The Adapter's LEDs
The USB Icon
USB Cabling
Modem and Fax Compatibility
Installing the Phoneline 10M USB
Network Adapter
Installing the USB Network Adapter & Cabling
Connecting to a Phoneline Network
Connecting to an Ethernet or Fast Ethernet Network
Windows 98 Installation & Setup
Installing the USB Network Adapter's Driver
Network Component Configuration
Sharing Your Files & Printers
Windows 2000 Installation & Setup
Installing the USB Network Adapter's Driver
Troubleshooting
Appendix
Client For Microsoft Setup for Windows 98
Novell NetWare 3.x Client Setup for Windows 98
Starting Over in Windows 98
Starting Over in Windows 2000
Manually Installing Network Components in Windows 98
Open Source & Beta Operating Systems
Telephone Cabling
Specifications
Customer Support
Linksys HomeLink™ Series
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Phoneline 10M USB Network Adapter

Introduction

HomeLink Phoneline 10M USB Network Adapter
Congratulations on your purchase of the Linksys HomeLink Phoneline 10M
USB Network Adapter. Now you'll be able to instantly connect
multiple PCs over your telephone wiring and talk on the phone at the same
time. There's no need for extra hubs or cables. The network runs on standard
home-grade telephone lines, just like the ones you use every day.
The HomeLink Phoneline 10M USB Network Adapter allows your phone line
to carry network data at the same time it carries your regular telephone voice
service. The USB device is equipped with two standard telephone ports and
one USB port, which you can use to connect to any 1Mbps or 10Mbps
HomeLink network without swapping devices or running multiple adapters.
The Adapter connects to your Windows 98 or Windows 2000 PC's USB port.
Plug the HomeLink Phoneline 10M USB Network Adapter into any standard
wall jack, and you're networked.
Features
• Network Your Computers Using Your Existing Telephone Line
• Easy Plug-and-Play Installation- Installs Without Opening Your PC Case
• Works with Windows 98 or Windows 2000 PCs With a USB Port
• 10Mbps Transfer Rate Over Telephone Lines
• External USB Network Adapter with two RJ-11 Modular Telephone Ports
• USB Cable and Phone Cable Included-Nothing More to Buy
• 4 Easy-to-Read LED Status Indicators
• HomePNA-Compatible Technology
• Connect Up to 30 PCs Together On Your HomeLink 10M Phoneline
Network
• Backward Compatible with 1Mbps HomePNA-Compatible Hardware
• No Hubs or Switches Required - Data Travels Over Your Phone Lines
• Share High-Speed Internet Access with Your Phoneline Network Users
• Free 24-Hour Technical Support (North America Only)
• 1-Year Limited Warranty
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