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Summary of Contents for Gigafast PE901-UI
- Page 1 HomePlug USB Adapter/ HomePlug Ethernet Bridge (PE901-UI/PE902-EB) User Manual...
- Page 2 0.3 Basic Requirements ... 3 0.4 Feature developments ... 3 0.5 Node and Bridge ... 3 1.0 Installation 1.1 PE901-UI (USB) 2K/XP/98/ME ... 5 1.2 PE902-EB (Ethernet) 2K/XP/ME/98 ... 11 2.0 Basic Encryption 2.1 Software Installation ... 15 3.0 Advanced Encryption ...15...
- Page 3 0.0 Introduction to HomePlug Networking 0.1 Understanding HomePlug Networking Concept HomePlug networking, not to be confused with Power over Ethernet, has a whole different usage and features. Power over Ethernet is a device that serves the purpose of a Hub or Switch, drawing its power from nearby unsuspecting computers connected to it by a Cat.
- Page 4 After the encryption is successfully applied, the program will search for other HomePlug devices with the same encryption. -18- HomePlug Encryption and Protection Schemes The HomePlug device uses encryption to block outside access. The key is set by using the configuration software that can be loaded from the CD.
- Page 5 or group of networks. Because connecting every computer from one network together with the other network would result in cables everywhere. Instead, a bridge is brought in to have 1 connection between the networks instead of 20. The bridge in HomePlug terms functions like a concentration device that connects multiple computers onto the HomePlug network using 1 HomePlug device.
- Page 6 -16- 1.0 Installation 1.1 HomePlug USB Adapter (PE901-UI) Make sure that your HomePlug USB Adapter is not plugged before continuing. Insert the installation CD. If CD does not automatically load, run (CD Drive Letter):\usb\setup.exe Click on Next to start installation.
- Page 7 Enter a username and organization and continue installation. (Username and Organization have no importance in device operation. Window might look slightly different on other platforms). Click install. 2.0 Basic Encryption 2.1 Installing Encryption Software 1. Install the encryption software (Rev(Revision) 6) that is found on the CD provided with the HomePlug package.
- Page 8 Installation is now complete. Restart the computer for changes to take effect. -14- After installation is successful, a window will pop up prompting for the installation of the HomePlug USB Adapter. Plug in the HomePlug USB Adapter to the wall outlet, and then plug in the USB cable. Found New Hardware wizard will come up prompting for the installation of Rd5130.
- Page 9 Windows might ask if you wish to continue. Continue anyway when prompted. Installation will continue until the completion is displayed. Click Finish. Plug the Ethernet cable into either your switch or directly into your computer’s Ethernet port, and plug in the device. The power and link light will light up.
- Page 10 Enter a username and organization and continue installation. (Username and Organization have no importance in device operation. Window might look slightly different on other platforms). Click Install. -12- You will be brought back to this window after hardware installation. Click OK to continue. Click Finish again.
- Page 11 You have reached the end of installation. Restart the computer for changes to take effect. -10- 1.2 HomePlug Ethernet Bridge (PE902-EB) Do not plug in the device onto the network yet. Insert CD. (Replace CD with your actual CD drive. If CD does not automatically load, run (CD Drive Letter):\usb\setup.exe Click on Next to start installation.