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Asoka PlugLink AV 9660 User Manual

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:changes or modifications not expressly approved by the part responsible for
compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
For a Class B digital device or peripheral, the instructions furnished the user shall include the
following or similar statement, placed in a prominent location in the text of the manual:
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If
this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
---Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
---Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
---Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver
is connected.
---Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Asoka USA Corporation
2344-A Walsh Avenue Santa Clara, CA 95051 USA
※※※CAUTION※※※
Tel:
+1 650 286 1700
Fax:
+1 650 286 1790
URL:
www.asokausa.com

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  • Page 1 ---Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. ---Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Asoka USA Corporation Tel: +1 650 286 1700 2344-A Walsh Avenue Santa Clara, CA 95051 USA...
  • Page 2 PlugLink AV 9660 Ethernet Adapter ® User’s Guide PL9660-ETH UICK OCATOR Contact Information Getting Help Table of Contents Installation 66-0331-00Rev.001...
  • Page 3 Asoka USA Corporation. Asoka USA Corporation reserves the right to make changes to this user’s guide at any time without notice and assumes no responsibility for its use. Asoka USA products and services can only be ordered under the terms and conditions of Asoka USA Corporation's applicable agreements.

  • Page 4: Contact Information

    Contact Information For more information about the PlugLink AV 9660 Ethernet Adapter or any of Asoka’s other leading-edge solutions, please contact us using any of the following methods: • Voice calls: We welcome your calls Monday through Friday, from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Pacific Time at (650) 286-1700.
  • Page 5 PlugLink AV 9660 Ethernet Adapter User’s Guide...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Troubleshooting ......... 4-1 Specifications ................A-1 Components................B-1 Declarations of Conformity ............C-1 Warranty ..................D-1 FCC Notice .................. E-1 Table of Contents PlugLink AV 9660 Ethernet Adapter User’s Guide...
  • Page 7 PlugLink AV 9660 Ethernet Adapter User’s Guide...

  • Page 8: Simple Installation

    Types of Connections This section describes what you need to do to before installing the PlugLink AV 9660 Ethernet Adapter. You can set up a home or an office network or compliment your existing network by connecting to any device with a 10BaseT/100BaseT Ethernet-capable device.

  • Page 9: Simple Connection (Peer To Peer)

    Simple Connection (Peer to Peer) To share a simple connection between computers, attach one PL9660-ETH device to each computer. Do not connect the PlugLink AV 9660 Ethernet Adapter into a power NOTE: strip, extension cord, un-interruptible power supply (UPS), or surge protector.

  • Page 10: Other Connections

    Other Connections You can also use the PlugLink AV 9660 Ethernet Adapter with other Ethernet enabled devices, such as IP Cameras, IP set top box, game consoles, etc. Finding a Suitable Location Find a suitable location to install your PlugLink AV 9660 Ethernet Adapter.
  • Page 11 1–4 Simple Installation PlugLink AV 9660 Ethernet Adapter User’s Guide...

  • Page 12: Advanced Configuration (Expert Users Only)

    (Expert Users Only) This chapter provides information on installing and setting up the PlugLink AV 9660 Ethernet Adapter. Do not connect the PlugLink AV 9660 Ethernet Adapter into a power NOTE: strip, extension cord, un-interruptible power supply (UPS), or surge protector.
  • Page 13 3. In the Start screen, click Install Driver to start the installation. 4. In the Welcome screen of the screen of the wizard, click Next to begin the installation. 2–2 Advanced Configuration (Expert Users Only) PlugLink AV 9660 Ethernet Adapter User’s Guide...
  • Page 14 6. To change the name of the PlugLink AV unit, select Yes, and enter a name in the text field. Otherwise, select No. Click Next to advance to the next screen. 2–3 Advanced Configuration (Expert Users Only) PlugLink AV 9660 Ethernet Adapter User’s Guide...
  • Page 15 7. This following screen allows you to change the network password for your PlugLink AV 9660 units. To change the network password, select Yes and then enter the new password in the text field. Or, select No and click the Next button to continue.
  • Page 16 9. When the installation of the PlugLink AV drivers and software is complete, you can use Power Manager Utility for advanced configuration of your PlugLink AV 9660 unit. Click Finish to finish the installation wizard. 2–5 Advanced Configuration (Expert Users Only)
  • Page 17 2–6 Advanced Configuration (Expert Users Only) PlugLink AV 9660 Ethernet Adapter User’s Guide...

  • Page 18: Network Management

    Network Management The Power Manager Utility allows you to manually configure a PlugLink AV 9660 Ethernet Adapter that is directly connected to your Personal Computer or to any PlugLink AV 9660 Ethernet Adapters that are remotely residing on your PlugLink AV Mealybug network.

  • Page 19: Changing Names And Encryption Keys

    4. Click the Update button. NOTE: The device will not appear again until the device you are connected to is changed to the same password. All devices must have the same password. 3–2 Network Management PlugLink AV 9660 Ethernet Adapter User’s Guide...

  • Page 20: Resetting And Upgrading The Pluglink Av

    Use the Upgrade Screen to perform the following functions: • Reset the PlugLink AV 9660 to factory default settings. • Reboot the PlugLink AV 9660 device. You can also reboot the device by unplugging and replugging the unit into the electrical outlet.

  • Page 21: Manually Resetting Firmware And Nid

    You can use the buttons on the PlugLink device to reset the firmware to its default, or NID to associate a network. The PlugLink device must be plugged into an electrical outlet when NOTE: using these buttons. If you have questions, please contact Asoka USA Technical Support at (888) 276-5287. 3–4 Network Management...

  • Page 22: Prioritizing Network Traffic

    IGMP multicast group. • Multicast/Broadcast - sets the default CAP for multicast frames not in a snooped group and for broadcast frames. 3–5 Network Management PlugLink AV 9660 Ethernet Adapter User’s Guide...

  • Page 23: Viewing Network Statistics

    To enable this function, click Enable Statistics. Viewing Ethernet and HomePlug Connection The Link screen has two sub-screens that provide information about your Ethernet and HomePlug connection. 3–6 Network Management PlugLink AV 9660 Ethernet Adapter User’s Guide...

  • Page 24: Viewing Connection Speed

    Use the Statistics subscreen to view statistical information about your connection between a source device and a specific destination device in your network. Click the Retrieve button to start accumulating the statistical information. 3–7 Network Management PlugLink AV 9660 Ethernet Adapter User’s Guide...

  • Page 25: Scanning Devices

    Scanning Devices Use the Rescan button to rescan the devices on the HomePlug network. This refreshes the information on all devices using the same password. 3–8 Network Management PlugLink AV 9660 Ethernet Adapter User’s Guide...

  • Page 26: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Following are solutions to a few situations you might encounter. If you do not find a solution in this chapter, contact Asoka USA Technical Support by phone at (888) 276-5287 or through email at support@asokausa.com. Symptom: I can't connect to anything and there are no lights activated on my PL9660-ETH.
  • Page 27 1. Power down your broadband router and/or DSL/cable modem (if applicable) for about 30 seconds and then power them back on. 2. If this step fails, please contact your ISP for assistance. 4–2 Troubleshooting PlugLink AV 9660 Ethernet Adapter User’s Guide...

  • Page 28: Specifications

    Specifications This appendix lists the specifications for your PlugLink AV 9660 Ethernet Adapter. Standards • HomePlug® AV Compliance: • IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3x, IEEE 802.3u ® Software Utility System Microsoft Windows 98 SE, 2000, ME, XP, and Vista operating Requirements:...
  • Page 29 • Storage temperature: -4°F to 158°F (-20°C to 70°C) • Storage humidity: 5% to 90% Non-condensing Quality of Service: • ToS • 802.1q • TDMA (supported in the future) Warranty: 1-year limited A–2 Specifications PlugLink AV 9660 Ethernet Adapter User’s Guide...

  • Page 30: Components

    Components Front Panel Use the status lights on the front panel to verify connections. B–1 Components PlugLink AV 9660 Ethernet Adapter User’s Guide...

  • Page 31: Bottom Panel

    • Network ID button • Regulatory information • Electronic information • Support information Rear Panel The label on the rear panel of the PlugLink AV 9660 Ethernet Adapter contains the information listed below. • MAC address • Model number • Part number •...
  • Page 32 NEK by using their respective NID buttons. Following is an example of how the button can be used: 1. Select a PlugLink AV 9660 (#1) device in your network. Press and hold the NID button for 10 seconds. After about 10 seconds, the lights on your device will blink off briefly and come back on immediately.
  • Page 33 The use of the NID button is optional. You may also use the application software described in the manual to set NEK's as well. B–4 Components PlugLink AV 9660 Ethernet Adapter User’s Guide...

  • Page 34: Declarations Of Conformity

    Declarations of Conformity This appendix lists the declarations of conformity for your PlugLink AV 9660 Ethernet Adapter. C–1 Declarations of Conformity PlugLink AV 9660 Ethernet Adapter User’s Guide...
  • Page 35 C–2 Declarations of Conformity PlugLink AV 9660 Ethernet Adapter User’s Guide...

  • Page 36: Warranty

    Repair by anyone other than Asoka or an approved agent will void this warranty. The maximum liability of Asoka under this warranty is limited to the purchase price of the D–1 Warranty...
  • Page 37 Return Material Authorization (RMA) number from Asoka. All defective products should be returned to Asoka with shipping charges prepaid. Asoka will not accept collect shipments.

  • Page 38: Fcc Notice

    Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. E–1 FCC Notice PlugLink AV 9660 Ethernet Adapter User’s Guide...
  • Page 39 This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 centimeters between the radiator and your body. E–2 FCC Notice PlugLink AV 9660 Ethernet Adapter User’s Guide...
  • Page 40 PlugLink AV 9660 Ethernet Adapter User’s Guide...
  • Page 41 Asoka USA Corporation 2344 Walsh Avenue Suite A Santa Clara, California 95051 Phone: (650) 286–1700 Fax: (650) 286–1790 www.asokausa.com 66-0331-00Rev.001...

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