................Conformity of the HomePlug 8500W to the EU directives is confirmed by the CE symbol.The corresponding Declaration of Conformity is enclosed in the...
100 − 240 V (according to the respective national power supply grid). 7. Connect the HomePlug 8500W power adapter to a 100 − 240 V power socket. Do not use an extension cord. 8. Never attempt to modify the HomePlug 8500W or complete any repair work on it yourself since opening and removing the covers exposes you to the risks of an electric shock and also annuls any rights to claims under the terms of guarantee.
Intended Use The HomePlug 8500W Wireless Adapter, subsequently referred to as HomePlug 8500W, 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.
The HomePlug 8500W uses the power cables already provided inside buildings to transmit signals to provide a reliable network of computers and network equipment. Its maximum transmission rate of 85 Mbps means that the HomePlug 8500W can cope with sophisticated applications such as internet telephony, high resolution video applications and internet access, reliably and simultaneously.
Operating Instructions Installation and Connection System Requirements The HomePlug 8500W can be used with all operating systems which support TCP/IP. Drivers are not required for the HomePlug 8500W. However, the configuration software supplied can only be implemented on Windows operating systems.
Operating Instructions Connection and Control Lamps The HomePlug 8500W is equipped with four control lamps and an Ethernet network connection port. Fig. 3 Connection and control lamps Symbol Name LED lamp Description / Function Power On/Off Switch the power supply on/off.
Operating Instructions Application Examples Application examples on using the HomePlug 8500W in a network are shown below. Example 1 Workstation with internet access via ADSL/cable modem HomePlug 8500W In−house power supply HomePlug 8500W ADSL/cable modem Fig. 4 Example 1 Page 8 of 20...
Operating Instructions Important Information Network Capacity The maximum number of HomePlug 8500W adapters which can be installed in a single−family house is, theoretically, 253. In practice, however, no more than 10 HomePlugs should transmit data simultaneously. Network Security Normally, an electricity meter forms a physical barrier, i.e. only devices connected to a particular electric meter can be part of a network and benefit from the phase coupling.
Operating Instructions Connecting Wireless Devices Wireless devices can be connected using the HomePlug 8500W. Proceed as follows to do this. 1. Switch on the device to which the connection should be made. 2. Open the software used to display wireless connections.
Enter the IP address of the HomePlug (default: 192.168.1.254) in your browser. NOTE: If you have connected the HomePlug 8500W directly to a router with activated DHCP server, use the IP address allocated by the router to access the graphical user interface.
Fig. 10 LAN (Local Area Network) This function enables you to modify the IP address of the HomePlug or to select the Request IP Address from DHCP Server option. Fig. 11 LAN settings Page 14 of 20 HomePlug 8500W Wireless Adapter Edition 01, August 2007...
Fig. 12 HomePlug It is possible to search the network for HomePlug devices. After conclusion, a network name can be assigned to the devices found. Fig. 13 HomePlug settings HomePlug 8500W Wireless Adapter Page 15 of 20 Edition 01, August 2007...
Wireless Settings always offers basic settings, such as Channel ID, ESSID (network name), Data Rate. Encryption settings can be altered in the Security menu. Fig. 15 Wireless Settings & Security Page 16 of 20 HomePlug 8500W Wireless Adapter Edition 01, August 2007...
This operating manual serves purely for information purposes. Its content is not part of any contract for sale. All the data relates to nominal values. The equipment and options described may differ from country to country according to national requirements. HomePlug 8500W Wireless Adapter Page 17 of 20 Edition 01, August 2007...
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