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HomePlug Ethernet Bridge
Chapter 1:
Introduction to the HomePlug Ethernet Bridge
Panel
Front
Back
PWR:
On
Receive Power
Off
Did not receive Power
HP:
On
Detect other HomePlug devices on the same powerline network
Off
Did not detect any other HomePlug devices on the same powerline
network
ETH:
On
Detect Ethernet connection
Ethernet activity
Blinking
Installation Guide
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Page 1: Chapter 1: Introduction To The Homeplug Ethernet Bridge
HomePlug Ethernet Bridge Chapter 1: Introduction to the HomePlug Ethernet Bridge Panel Front Back PWR: Receive Power Did not receive Power Detect other HomePlug devices on the same powerline network Did not detect any other HomePlug devices on the same powerline network ETH: Detect Ethernet connection... -
Page 2: Chapter 2: Installation
Chapter 2: Installation Overview The installation of the HomePlug Ethernet Bridge will only take minutes. No setting up for long wires through out the house. Just simply install the software CD that is included in the box and after installation, physically plug the unit into the computer and the wall outlet. - Page 3 On this screen you will be asked to input the User Name and Organization. It is not crucial to the device itself so enter as desired. The ‘Install this application for’ will work under the circumstances which multiple logins are applied. For example: If the user wishes only he/she can use the utility with that particular account, then bubble in ‘Only for me’.
- Page 4 This section allows a user to go ‘Back’ or ‘Install’ the utility. In case if the user wishes to change the previous options then go ahead and click on ‘Back’ to change the settings. If not, continue and click the ‘Install’ button. This screen shows the progress of the installation.
- Page 5 This screen shows that the installation was completed successfully. Click on Finish to exit the wizard. Now its time to setup you hardware connections please refer to the next diagrams. Plug your network cable into the computer’s RJ-45 network adapter port...
- Page 6 Plug the other end of your network cable into the RJ-45 port locate at the back of the HomePlug Ethernet Bridge Plug your power connector of your power cable into the power connector at the back of the HomePlug Ethernet Bridge...
- Page 7 Plug the power plug of your power cable directly into a power outlet on the wall **Note: ** Do not plug the device into a UPS or power strip with surge protection. The HomePlug Ethernet Bridge has its own power filter for protection against surges.
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Page 8: Chapter 3: Configuration
Chapter 3: Configuration Overview The HomePlug device uses 56-bit DES encryption to block outside access. The key is set by using the HomePlug Configuration Utility on the CD. By default, the protection is enabled. However, it is recommended that you change the default network password. - Page 9 *Note* If the Link Quality is poor, and appears red, or the Mac Address of any of the units connected to this computer appears to be all 0’s, then you might have a defective unit. Please contact technical support. *Note* If you do not see ANY unit in the device status, and there is a device connected to your computer, try to unplug all devices, and plug them back in.
- Page 10 **Note** Only units with the same Network Password will be shown, please check that first, to make sure they all have the same network password (Case sensitive). **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.
- Page 11 Setting Up Security on a Local HomePlug device The Privacy tab will allow you to change the Network Password to the unit that is currently connected to this computer. This network password encrypts all data that is sent from this unit using 56-bit data encryption standard (DES).
- Page 12 Setting Up Security on a Network HomePlug device The Privacy Tab will allow users to use one primary computer to control the Network Password of all units on the home network. You will have to go back to the Main Tab first then find the DEK (Device Encryption Key) Key located on the bottom of each device.
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