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- Page 1 Operating Instructions HomePlug 8500E Turbo Ethernet Adapter Homeplug 8500E Turbo Ethernet Adapter Page 1 of 20 Edition 06, August 2007...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
............Conformity of the HomePlug 8500E to the EU directives is confirmed by the CE symbol.The corresponding Declaration of Conformity is enclosed in the pack-... -
Page 3: Safety Instructions
Only use a slightly moist cloth. 2. Do not use the HomePlug 8500E near water. 3. Do not use the HomePlug 8500E beside or above a heating radiator or a source of water. Never use the device as a built−in installation except where sufficient ventilation is ensured. -
Page 4: Exemption From Liability
Intended Use The HomePlug 8500E Turbo Ethernet Adapter, subsequently referred to as HomePlug 8500E, is designed for transmitting data within a power network. Any other use is considered unintended use. Unauthorised modifications or reconstruction not described in this manual are not permitted. -
Page 5: Introduction
(Ethernet) port. The LEDs serve to indicate the connection status as well as signalling problems concerning system malfunction. The Ethernet port is used to connect the HomePlug 8500E to the network. The HomePlug 8500E is equipped with a standard power plug for use with any 100 − 240 V power socket. -
Page 6: Installation And Connection
Installation and Connection System Requirements The HomePlug 8500E can be used with all operating systems which support TCP/IP. Drivers are not required for the HomePlug 8500E. However, the configuration utility and network password supplied can only be installed on Windows operating systems. -
Page 7: Connection And Control Lamps
3. Click the [Uninstall/Change] button. 4. Follow the instruction on the screen to uninstall the utility. Connection and Control Lamps The HomePlug 8500E is equipped with three control lamps and an Ethernet connection port. Fig. 2 Connection and control lamps... -
Page 8: Application Examples
Operating Instructions Application Examples The section below illustrates some examples of applications when using the HomePlug 8500E in your network. Example 1 Workstation with Internet access via an ADSL/cable modem HomePlug 8500E In−house power supply HomePlug 8500E ADSL/cable modem Fig. 3 Example 1... - Page 9 Network for several workstations with Internet television (IPTV) and Internet access via an ADSL/cable modem router. HomePlug HomePlug 8500E 8500E IPTV HomePlug 8500E In−house power supply HomePlug 8500E ADSL/cable modem router Fig. 5 Example 3 Homeplug 8500E Turbo Ethernet Adapter Page 9 of 20 Edition 06, August 2007...
- Page 10 ADSL/cable modem and ADSL/cable router. HomePlug HomePlug 8500E 8500E IPTV HomePlug 8500E In−house power supply HomePlug 8500E ADSL/Cable modem ADSL/cable router Fig. 6 Example 4 Page 10 of 20 Homeplug 8500E Turbo Ethernet Adapter Edition 06, August 2007...
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Page 11: Important Information
Operating Instructions Important Information Network Capacity The maximum number of HomePlug 8500E adapters in a single family house is, theoretically, 253. In practice, however, no more than 10 HomePlugs should transfer data simultaneously. Network Security Normally the electric meter forms a physical barrier, i.e. only devices connected to this meter can be part of the network and benefit from the phase coupling. -
Page 12: Configuration Utility For Windows
The lower panel displays all the HomePlugs detected in the local network. Directly above it, the line displays the number of devices found, the network type set (Public or Private) and information on the connection or search status. Page 12 of 20 Homeplug 8500E Turbo Ethernet Adapter Edition 06, August 2007... - Page 13 1. Select the HomePlug required by clicking on the HomePlug name. 2. Click on the [Enter Password] button. 3. The following dialog box opens. The HomePlug device name appears. Enter the password and click on the [OK] button. NOTE: You can only use the passwords provided on the HomePlugs.
- Page 14 Fig. 11 Adding a device to the network 3. Enter the device name in the Device Name input field and the password relevant to the HomePlug in the Password field. 4. Click on the [OK] button. 5. A confirmation box appears when the password is entered correctly.
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Page 15: Privacy Screen
1. Enter a random network name in the Private Network Name input field. You can reset the private network to a public HomePlug network at any time. 1. Enter HomePlug in the Private Network Name input field or click on the [Use Default] button. -
Page 16: Qos Screen
1. Select this option if you intend to operate an Internet television (IPTV) or Audio/Video streaming via the HomePlug. Voice over IP 1. Select this option if you intend to operate Voice over IP via the HomePlug. Fig. 13 QoS screen 2. Click on the [Update QoS] button to save the setting. -
Page 17: Diagnostics Screen
The Diagnostics screen provides system information and a history of all the HomePlugs detected. The top panel displays technical data related to the software and hardware on the host computer communicating via the HomePlug. The following information is also displayed: Operating system/version,... -
Page 18: About Screen
About Screen The About screen displays the software version. The user can also choose to click the AutoScan feature to activate or deactivate automatic scanning for HomePlugs. Page 18 of 20 Homeplug 8500E Turbo Ethernet Adapter Edition 06, August 2007... -
Page 19: Guarantee
All the data relates to nominal values. The equipment and options described may differ from country to country according to national requirements. Homeplug 8500E Turbo Ethernet Adapter Page 19 of 20 Edition 06, August 2007... - Page 20 All rights reserved.
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