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  • Page 1 GigaFast HomePlug Broadband Internet Router PE904-R User Manual...
  • Page 2 Trademarks All products, company, brand names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. They are used for identification purpose only. Specifications are subject to be changed without prior notice. Copyright© 2004, Gigafast Inc., All Right Reserved...

  • Page 3: Fcc Interference Statement

    GigaFast FCC Interference Statement 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 radio interference in a commercial environment.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    GigaFast Chapter 1: Introduction to the Broadband Powerline Router...6 Overview...6 Features ...7 Panel ...10 Wire Diagram ...12 Chapter 2: Quick installs ...13 Overview...13 Cable internet setup...14 DSL internet setup...19 Part 3 Macintosh Setup ...21 Part 4 Powerline Setup ...23 Chapter 3: Basic Configuration...25 Section 1 –...
  • Page 5 GigaFast Appendix A: Cabling and Pin Assignment ...46 Appendix B: Technical Information ...49 Appendix C: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) ...50 Appendix D: IP Addressing ...60 What is an IP Addresses?...60 Dynamic IP Addressing...60 Static IP Addressing ...60 Checking IP Address in Windows 98 / SE / ME / 2000 / XP ...61 Setting IP Address on Windows 98 / SE / ME ...64...

  • Page 6: Chapter 1: Introduction To The Broadband Powerline Router

    Ethernet cables out of neither the box nor buying expensive cables. Users can now experience a total network solution with the Gigafast HomePlug. This product is the perfect option to connect a group of PCs to a high-speed Broadband Internet connection...

  • Page 7: Features

    GigaFast packets may be filtered-out and be recorded as an intrusion event. PE904-R can also be configured to block some internal LAN user’s access to the Internet for management purpose. For security, all Gigafast HomePlug devices are equipped with 56-bit DES encryption.
  • Page 8 GigaFast automatically from this device. Simultaneously act as both DHCP Server on the LAN and a DHCP Client on the WAN for most easy application. Connects multiple LAN PCs to the Internet with only one dynamic-assigned IP address (NAT mode) or a range of...
  • Page 9 Built in internal power supply HomePlug Powerline Specification 1.0 compliant 56-bit DES encryption assure data security Encryption done by hardware, with no sacrifice Package Content One PE904-R Homeplug Broadband Internet Router One power cable One Warranty card One paper manual OR manual CD Requirement •...

  • Page 10: Panel

    GigaFast Panel Front PWR: On – Receive power Off – Doesn’t receive power RDY: Blinking fast – Self testing Blinking every second – Ready to Go HP: On – Detect other HomePlug devices Off – Doesn’t detect other HomePlug devices WAN: On –...
  • Page 11 GigaFast Back 3 LAN port 1 WAN port RST: Rest Hole (Restore factory default settings) AC power in Chapter 1...

  • Page 12: Wire Diagram

    GigaFast Wire Diagram • The modem should be connected to the router’s WAN port with an Ethernet cable(Cat 5/Cat 5e) • Power cable should be connected to the power connector at the back of the router Chapter 1...

  • Page 13: Chapter 2: Quick Installs

    GigaFast • Computers are to be connected to port 1-3 on the router (Typically with a straight through cable Cat 5/Cat 5e) Chapter 2: Quick installs Overview The following steps are setup processes for most common broadband internet service providers.

  • Page 14: Cable Internet Setup

    GigaFast Cable internet setup Section 1 1. Turn off the cable modem and the router 2. Connect an Ethernet cable from the cable modem to the WAN port of the router 3. Connect your computers to ports 1-3(or connect using...
  • Page 15 GigaFast Example: The password for the Administration Password is ‘admin’. It is case sensitive so make sure the CAPS key is not on. Once ‘admin’ is entered, click on ‘Login’ to enter the router’s configuration page. *Note* Make sure the ‘WAN IP address’, ‘WAN Subnet Mask’, ‘WAN Gateway’, and ‘WAN DNS’...
  • Page 16 GigaFast 4. The page should look like this after you have logged onto the next page. The next step is to click on the ‘Administration’ to the left side of the screen. Chapter2...
  • Page 17 GigaFast At the bottom of the ‘Administration’ section you should see a button says ‘Clone MAC’. Click on ‘Clone MAC’ (this will let the router copy the MAC address on the Ethernet adapter.) Chapter2...
  • Page 18 GigaFast 6. There should be a confirmation after you click on the ‘Clone MAC’ button. Acknowledge it and restart the computer afterwards. If you still have trouble getting an internet connection or have other questions please follow the instructions in our FAQ section.

  • Page 19: Dsl Internet Setup

    GigaFast DSL internet setup Section 1 1. Make sure that DSL account Login ID and Password is in hand (i.e.: username@your_internet_company.net) 2. Connect the DSL modem to the WAN Port on the router with an Ethernet cable 3. Connect your computer(s) to port 1-3 on the router with...
  • Page 20 It is usual and common because the router hasn’t been setup to have a connection between your ISP and the PE904-R. Please click on ‘WAN’ under ‘EZ Setup’ and the page should look like this after: *Note* In case if the WAN IP addresses are listed, it means the router is getting a connection from the modem (your ISP).

  • Page 21: Part 3 Macintosh Setup

    GigaFast 5. Most of DSL internet service providers have PPPoE type of connection. Bubble in ‘PPPoE’ as your ‘WAN Connection Type’ and it should bring down a longer menu with ‘PPPoE Account’ that is where you input your full primary e-mail address from your ISP (i.e.
  • Page 22 GigaFast below will most likely allow your Macintosh system to communicate with the PE904-R after the changes have been made. Section 2 (For Macintosh OS 8.0 & 9.0) 1. Boot up your Macintosh computer 2. Make sure all cables are plugged in and all the proper lights are on 3.

  • Page 23: Part 4 Powerline Setup

    GigaFast 7. Pick the ‘TCP/IP’ tab and change it to ‘DHCP’ 8. Click on ‘Apply’ to save the settings that you have just changed. 9. A reboot of the system might be required for the changes to take effect *Note* Once the settings have been changed, the Macintosh computer should be able to log onto the router’s configuration page and setup for...
  • Page 24 DSL dial up software no more on your computer. *Note* If no connections were made or the ISP did not establish a connection to your PE904-R, please refer to our FAQ page. Thank you. Chapter2...

  • Page 25: Chapter 3: Basic Configuration

    GigaFast Chapter 3: Basic Configuration The next chapter will explain in details of how each function on the router works. It will be split a total of 5 sections. Each section will tell you some of the most common and some advanced usages on a router.

  • Page 26: Section 2 - Broadband Router Device Info

    GigaFast *Note* this page will be displayed after you have entered: http://192.168.8.1 under your internet browser. The ‘Device Status’ page tells you what are the current IP addresses you’re getting from: Your ISP (Internet Service Provider), your router, and the last log on that was the ‘Refresh’...

  • Page 27: Section 3 - Administration

    GigaFast After you entered the password for the ‘Administration Password’ and have logged onto it, a page like this will display. It is similar with the previous page but with more options to choose from. On the left side is where you adjust/change settings for your router.
  • Page 28 GigaFast Reset to Default – By clicking this it will give you a confirmation on whether or not the router should be reset back to the factory default setting. If you have accidentally changed a setting on a router and does not remember the setting you previously had, then it is suggested that you click on ‘Reset to Default’...
  • Page 29 GigaFast Part 2 (Administration Continued) Upgrade Firmware – This is the place to update the firmware on the router. Once the user has downloaded the firmware off of our website www.Gigafast.com and saved onto a floppy or a hard-disk (hard drive): 1.
  • Page 30 GigaFast firmware process. If a user gets such error “Update failed” then please refer to our FAQ guide. View System Event Log – Allows users to view the most recent events that have happened. For example, each time when a user logs onto the ISP (Internet Service Provider) it will record it under the log.

  • Page 31: Section 4 - Wan (Wide Area Network)

    GigaFast Section 4 – WAN (Wide Area Network) WAN Connection Type – This section allows the user to set the proper type of WAN connection is being used. By default the ‘DHCP Client’ is bubbled. Each type will give you some other options. For example: After the ‘PPPoE’...

  • Page 32: Section 5 - Lan (Local Area Network)

    GigaFast Section 5 – LAN (Local Area Network) LAN IP Address – This shows the current IP address on the LAN side. If a user is running a static IP and cannot log onto the router page, then changing the LAN IP Address might be needed. By default the LAN IP Address is 192.168.8.1...
  • Page 33 GigaFast DNS Proxy – If a user has a DNS Proxy that was set previously and would like to use it without having conflicts with the router, then it is recommended to disable this feature. By default the DNS Proxy is enabled.

  • Page 34: Chapter 4 - Advanced Configuration

    GigaFast Chapter 4 – Advanced Configuration This chapter will explain great details of advanced settings on the router. A user can change these settings for their own needs and purposes or to fix some of the commonly known problems out there in the industry.
  • Page 35 GigaFast Response to Ping from WAN – If this option is allowed, others can do a direct ping to the router from outside of your network. Due to security reasons this option is set to ‘Deny’ by default. Web Management from WAN – Enable administrator to log in and configure the router remotely from internet.

  • Page 36: Section 2 - Mac Filter

    GigaFast Filter Packets from LAN – This option allows the administrator to block certain ports on the router so other clients can’t access them. Section 2 – MAC Filter MAC Filtering will block or allow the MAC addresses that are on the Ethernet adapters.

  • Page 37: Section 3 - Service Time

    GigaFast MAC Filter – Enable it to set which MAC addresses the administrator would like to block so the blocked clients can’t make changes on the router. The clients are still able to get onto the router, though without making any changes. This function is set at ‘Disable’ by default.
  • Page 38 GigaFast By time zones – This will allow users of the Router to only be connected for a certain time period (i.e. from 8-10), after, or before the allocated Time Zone, the Internet will not work. Chapter 4...
  • Page 39 GigaFast Chapter 4...

  • Page 40: Section 4 - Url Blocking

    GigaFast Section 4 – URL Blocking URL Blocking allows the administrator to block certain URL (web addresses) so clients cannot log onto the designated pages that administrator have blocked. By default this option is set at ‘Disable’. URL Blocking – Administrator can enable this function and put in the URL of a page and clients will not be able to log onto it.

  • Page 41: Section 5 - Virtual Server

    GigaFast Section 5 – Virtual Server Virtual Server can allow the administrator to open one or multiple ports on the router for a LAN PC. Virtual Server - If the user has a server behind the route he/she can open a particular port or ports to allow incoming and outgoing traffic through the router.

  • Page 42: Section 6 - Dmz

    GigaFast Section 6 – DMZ DMZ (De Militarized Zone) allows the port on your computer to be seen outside of your network. It basically allows you to be shown on the WAN side. This function is mostly used for game or program specific purposes.

  • Page 43: Section 7 - Auto 2-Way Application

    GigaFast from the IP address you’re getting on that computer. If your IP address ends with 17, then put 17 in the empty box and click on ‘Save & Restart’. Some users might have trouble getting the router to communicate with their game console servers (i.e.
  • Page 44 GigaFast Auto 2-Way Application – Once enabled, put the outgoing port in the ‘Trigger Port’ box and incoming port in the ‘Incoming Port’. All software, games have its ports to be opened. Obtain the port numbers and enter them under this section will allow the user to join any particular server without being kicked or timed out.

  • Page 45: Section 8 - Dynamic Dns

    GigaFast Section 8 – Dynamic DNS This option will automatically translate your domain name to your WAN IP address for others to access your page. Dynamic DNS – If you don’t have a domain name and a host setup then others will require a Dynamic DNS to log onto your webpage.

  • Page 46: Appendix A: Cabling And Pin Assignment

    GigaFast Conclusion This concludes the Basic & Advance Configuration for the PE904-R. The most common questions are answered based on these two chapters. If you need further assistance or perhaps require more information then please visit our FAQ guide or contact one of our lines listed below.
  • Page 47 GigaFast *Note* To determine which wire is wire number 1, hold the cable so that the end of the plastic RJ-45 tip (the part that goes into a wall jack first) is facing away from you. Face the clip down so that the copper side faces up (the springy clip will now be facing the floor), when looking down on the copper side, wire 1 is on the far left.
  • Page 48 GigaFast Connection between Hub and Hub In a crossover cable, the orders of the wires change from one end to the other. Wire 1 becomes 3, and 2 becomes 6. connecting hubs directly. Table 0-3 Wire Appendix A Crossover Cabling...

  • Page 49: Appendix B: Technical Information

    GigaFast Appendix B: Technical Information Operational WAN I/F 100BaseT, CSMA/CD WAN cabling LAN I/F 100BaseT, CSMA/CD LAN cabling Mbps). LED indication WAN Link/Act, ETH10/100, Button Environmental Power Input Dimensions Unit Weight HomePlug certification : HomePlug Powerline Specification 1.0 Certification Operating Temp...

  • Page 50: Appendix C: Frequently Asked Questions (Faq)

    GigaFast Appendix C: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Still having trouble setting up this router? Please read the following questions and answers to solve your problems with the router. Q: I can’t seem to log onto the ‘Broadband Powerline router’ Configuration page (http://192.168.8.1) A: If you have already followed the instructions from the manual and still can’t log onto it:...
  • Page 51 GigaFast Q: I have followed the ‘Quick Install’ but still can’t get my router to work with my Internet Service Provider. A: Check the following: Make sure the Ethernet cable is working. Make sure the lights on the router are flashing (this indicates that there is traffic coming and going from the router to the modem).
  • Page 52 GigaFast (For Windows 2000, XP) 1. Go to ‘Start’ > ‘Run’ and type in: ‘command’ and press ‘Enter’ or click ‘Ok’ 2. This should bring up your MS-DOS Prompt At the prompt, type in the following: ipconfig /release and press ‘Enter’...
  • Page 53 GigaFast Q: I’m trying to play games online with the router, but it won’t let me. A: Try to enable ‘DMZ’ and see if that helps. Put the last two digits of your current IP Addresses into the empty box under DMZ and click on ‘Save &...
  • Page 54 GigaFast Q: I have two computers or more and one of them is able to go online but the other one says “IP Conflict” or just can’t go online? A: If you have an IP conflict within the network, do an IP release and renew then restart the computers to see if that helps.
  • Page 55 GigaFast The router itself does not have a VPN function. It is allowed PPtP Packet Pass-Through once the router has updated the firmware to version 1.91 or above. To setup a PPtP Packet Pass-Through on the router, please go to: 1.
  • Page 56 GigaFast Q. What’s the Estimated Range of HomePlug? Approximately 300 meters in wall power lines(one household). Q. Will HomePlug work in any home? Any home with copper wiring built-in, since some of the older houses built before 1950 might have older wiring, it may not work in these instances..
  • Page 57 GigaFast Q. Can my neighbor receive my HomePlug signal? It is possible for your neighbor receive your HomePlug signal between two adjacent homes. enable the 56-bit DES security encryption on your HomePlug Device. To do that, you must run the HomePlug Configuration Utility on each HomePlug device in your Powerline network.
  • Page 58 GigaFast Q. I can’t connect to internet and other computers on my Powerline network? 1. Check your IP address and TCP/IP protocol are set up properly for all the computers on (Appendix D) and try to ping your gateway (Appendix D).
  • Page 59 GigaFast strength of the connection. Sometime it may even reduce it to zero! Please use a wall outlet if it’s possible. HomePlug devices do not work with UPS at this time. Q. Can I connect my Broadband Powerline router to my Ethernet enabled PS2/Xbox/other device? A.

  • Page 60: Appendix D: Ip Addressing

    GigaFast Appendix D: IP Addressing What is an IP Addresses? IP Stands for Internet Protocol. An IP Address is the identifier where other computers on the network can contact your computer, when you are connected to the network using the TCP/IP protocols. The format of IP addresses are 32bit numerical addresses in 4 groups of 3.

  • Page 61: Checking Ip Address In Windows 98 / Se / Me / 2000 / Xp

    GigaFast Checking IP Address in Windows 98 / SE / ME / 2000 / XP Click Start and click Run Appendix D...
  • Page 62 GigaFast Type “Command” in the run prompt, Click OK A Dos Command prompt will open. Type in “ipconfig” and press Enter Appendix D...
  • Page 63 GigaFast Your IP Address will Display, along with the Subnet Mask, and your Gateway Appendix D...

  • Page 64: Setting Ip Address On Windows 98 / Se / Me

    GigaFast Setting IP Address on Windows 98 / SE / ME Right Click on “Network Neighborhood” and click Properties” Appendix D...
  • Page 65 GigaFast Click on “TCP/IP” for the network adapter you want to set IP addresses Click on “Specify an IP address” Type in the IP Address you wish to use. (192.168.XXX.XXX is very standard for home networks) Click Appendix D...
  • Page 66 GigaFast on the Subnet mask, and if you know the subnet mask you want to use, type it in, otherwise it should fill in with “255.255.255.0” which is very standard for subnet masks. Click on the “Gateway” tab, and add in a gateway if you need to. Then...
  • Page 67 GigaFast To save the changes you must restart, so click “YES” Appendix D...

  • Page 68: Setting Ip Address On Windows 2000 / Xp

    GigaFast Setting IP Address on Windows 2000 / XP Right click My Network Places and click Properties. Appendix D...
  • Page 69 GigaFast Find and “Double Click” the Local Area Connection for the Network adapter you want to Set IP’s for. Click Properties Appendix D...
  • Page 70 GigaFast Click (Highlight) “Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)” and click “Properties” Appendix D...
  • Page 71 GigaFast Click “Use the following IP address” Type in the IP Address you wish to use. (192.168.XXX.XXX is very standard for home networks) Click on the Subnet mask, and if you know the subnet mask you want to use, type it in, otherwise it should fill in with “255.255.255.0” which is very standard for subnet masks.

  • Page 72: Releasing And Renew Ip Address In Windows 98 / Se / Me

    GigaFast Releasing and Renew IP Address in Windows 98 / SE / ME Click Start, and then click Run Appendix D...
  • Page 73 GigaFast Type “Winipcfg” and click OK Select the Network adapter you want to release IP’s for. Click “Release” Appendix D...
  • Page 74 GigaFast Your IP Address should turn to 0.0.0.0 Appendix D...

  • Page 75: Releasing And Renew Ip Address In Windows 2000 / Xp

    GigaFast If you Click Release, and an error saying “IP Address for adapter is already released” then you do not need to release any more, try “Renewing your IP” Releasing and Renew IP Address in Windows 2000 / XP Click Start, and then click Run...
  • Page 76 GigaFast Type Command and click OK Appendix D...
  • Page 77 GigaFast Type “ipconfig /release” and press Enter Your IP Address should turn to 0.0.0.0. To renew your address check Renewing IP Address. Appendix D...
  • Page 78 GigaFast If you receive an Error “The operation failed as no adapter is in the state permissible for this operation.” Then you might need to set your Network adapter to obtain your “IP Address Automatically”. Appendix D...

  • Page 79: Appendix E: Local Area Network

    GigaFast Appendix E: Local Area Network Sharing Files (Windows 98SE / ME / 2000 / XP) Double click “My computer” Appendix E...
  • Page 80 GigaFast Double Click the Drive where the folder that you want to share is located. Right Click on the folder you want to share, and click “Properties” Appendix E...
  • Page 81 GigaFast Click on the sharing tab, then “If you understand the risk but still want to share the root of the drive, click here” Appendix E...
  • Page 82 GigaFast Click “Share this folder on the network” and specify the name you want the folder to be seen as on the network. Appendix E...
  • Page 83 GigaFast A Hand should appear under the folder you wanted to share letting you know that it is shared on the network. Appendix E...

  • Page 84: Sharing Drives On Windows 98 / Se / Me / 2000 / Xp

    GigaFast Sharing Drives on Windows 98 / SE / ME / 2000 / XP Right click on “My Computer” and click “Properties” Appendix E...
  • Page 85 GigaFast Right click on the drive you want to share and click “Properties” Appendix E...
  • Page 86 GigaFast Click on the Sharing tab “If you understand the risk but still want to share the root of the drive, click here” Appendix E...
  • Page 87 GigaFast Click on “Share this folder on the network” and specify what you want your shared folder to be viewed as. A hand should appear under the drive you wanted to share. This lets you know that it is shared on your network...

  • Page 88: Accessing Other Computers Shared Files On Windows 98/Se/Me/ 2000/Xp

    GigaFast Accessing Other Computers Shared Files on Windows 98/SE/ME/ 2000/XP Find the IP Address of the computer you want to access (Look at Check Click Start, and then click Run Appendix E...
  • Page 89 GigaFast Type “\\” and the IP address of the computer you want to access. (Format is “XXX.XXX.XXX.XXX”) All the files that the computer you are trying to access will open in a new window. Appendix E...
  • Page 90 GigaFast An Alternate way to do the same thing is to find the Computer Name of the computer you are trying to access. And typing “\\______” with the computer name in the blank All the files that the computer you are trying to access will open in a new window.

  • Page 91: Sharing Printers On Windows 98 / Se / Me / 2000 / Xp

    GigaFast Sharing Printers on Windows 98 / SE / ME / 2000 / XP Click “Start” and click ‘Printers and Faxes” Appendix E...
  • Page 92 GigaFast Right click on the printer you want to share and click “Properties” Appendix E...
  • Page 93 GigaFast Click the “Sharing” tab, and click “Share the printer” then specify the name that you want the printer to be seen as on the network. Then click “OK” Appendix E...
  • Page 94 GigaFast A hand should appear under the printer you want to share. Appendix E...

  • Page 95: Network Printer Installation For Windows 98/ Se / Me/ 2000 /Xp

    GigaFast Network Printer Installation for Windows 98/ SE / ME/ 2000 /XP Click Start and click on Printers and Faxes. Appendix E...
  • Page 96 GigaFast The Printers and Faxes window should open, on the left side there should be an Add a Printer button under Printer Tasks. Click on Add a Printer Appendix E...
  • Page 97 GigaFast The Add Printer Wizard should appear, click Next to proceed Appendix E...
  • Page 98 GigaFast Select “A network printer or a printer attached to another computer” and click Next Appendix E...
  • Page 99 GigaFast Click “Browse for a printer”, unless you know the computer name (or IP address) of the printer, and the exact printer name. Or the printer is at a location that can be connected to through the internet. And click...
  • Page 100 GigaFast Browse through your network and select the printer that you want to add, Highlight it, and click Next Appendix E...
  • Page 101 GigaFast Click Yes to proceed Appendix E...
  • Page 102 GigaFast Unless you want this to be your default printer, click NO, otherwise click YES and click Next Appendix E...
  • Page 103 GigaFast Click Finish to finish the network installation Appendix E...
  • Page 104 GigaFast The printer should now be installed on your computer. **Note** You may need to install drivers for the printer you want to install, so make sure you have them available before trying to install any printer. Appendix E...

  • Page 105: Connecting To Internet On Windows 98 / Se / Me

    GigaFast Connecting to Internet on Windows 98 / SE / ME Double Click Internet Explorer Appendix E...
  • Page 106 GigaFast The Internet Connection Wizard Should open (If this does not open and Internet Explorer Opens up, skip to Section 7) Click “I want to set up my Internet Connection Manually, or I want to connect through a local area network (LAN)” click Next...
  • Page 107 GigaFast Click “I connect through a local area network (LAN)” Click Next Appendix E...
  • Page 108 GigaFast Click “Automatic discovery of proxy server (recommended)” Click next Appendix E...
  • Page 109 GigaFast Unless you want to setup your Email (you can do this separately later) Click NO, and click Next. Appendix E...
  • Page 110 GigaFast Click the box, and click Finish Appendix E...
  • Page 111 GigaFast You should be on the internet, If a website does not occur Try to Release IP, then Renew IP, and try to Ping your gateway. Appendix E...

  • Page 112: Accessing The Internet Using Windows 2000 / Xp

    GigaFast Accessing the Internet using Windows 2000 / XP Double Click on Internet Explorer Appendix E...
  • Page 113 GigaFast The New Connection Wizard might open (If this does not happen, skip to Step 7) Click Next Appendix E...
  • Page 114 GigaFast Click “Connect to the Internet” and click Next Appendix E...
  • Page 115 GigaFast Click “Set up my connection manually” Appendix E...
  • Page 116 GigaFast Click “Connect using a broadband connection that is always on” Appendix E...
  • Page 117 GigaFast Click Finish Appendix E...
  • Page 118 GigaFast You should be on the internet, If a website does not occur Try to Release IP, then Renew IP, and try to Ping your gateway. Appendix E...

  • Page 119: Appendix F: Glossary

    GigaFast Appendix F: Glossary Default Password A password set by the manufacturer that is unique to each device and is used to Generate a Default Encryption Key (DEK). The DEK is used only for the purpose of encrypting management commands that change the NEK so that the NEK is never sent in the clear over the powerline.
  • Page 120 GigaFast Local Area Network (LAN) A LAN is a group of computers, each equipped with the appropriate network adapter card connected by cable/air, that share applications, data, and peripherals. All connections are made via cable or wireless media, but a LAN does not use telephone services. It typically spans a single building or campus.
  • Page 121 GigaFast Router Protocol-dependent device that connects subnet works together. Routers are useful in breaking down a very large network into smaller sub networks; they introduce longer delays and typically have much lower throughput rates than bridges. Static IP Addressing A method of assigning IP addresses to clients on the network. In networks with Static IP address, the network administrator manually assigns an IP address to each computer.

  • Page 122: Appendix G: Warranty Info

    Appendix G: Warranty Info. Limited Warranty Limited Warranty Statement: Gigafast Ethernet Solutions Inc. ("GFE") warrants its products to be free from defects in workmanship and materials, under normal use and service, for the applicable warranty term. All GFE products carry a standard limited warranty from the date of purchase from GFE or its Authorized Reseller.

  • Page 123: Appendix H: Contact Information

    GigaFast Appendix H: Contact Information Gigafast Technical Support Department Hours of Operation: Monday thru Saturday 8AM - 8PM Excluding Holidays (888) GFE-6788 or (888) 433-6788 techsupp@Gigafast.com Appendix H...

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