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- Page 1 MSI EC14H (MS-6821) Ethernet to Powerline HomePlug Adapter User’s Guide...
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Page 2: Copyright Notice
FCC Caution 1. The device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. 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. 2. -
Page 3: Important Safety Precautions
Important Safety Precautions Always read and follow these basic safety precautions carefully when handling any piece of electronic component. Keep this User’s Manual for future reference. Keep this equipment away from humidity. Lay this equipment on a reliable flat surface before setting it up. The openings on the enclosure are for air convection hence protects the equipment from overheating. -
Page 4: How To Use This Guide
How to Use This Guide This User’s Guide provides instructions and illustrations on how to install and use your MSI EC14H - the Ethernet to Powerline HomePlug Adapter. Chapter 1, Introduction, Chapter 2, Installation, system. Chapter 3, Configuration, manage this adapter. -
Page 5: Table Of Contents
1. Introduction ...1 1.1 MSI EC14H - Ethernet to Powerline HomePlug Adapter ... 1 1.2 Networking Options ... 2 1.3 Features and Benefits ... 6 1.4 Package Contents ... 7 1.5 General Requirements ... 7 1.6 Specifications ... 8 2. Installation ...9 2.1 Product View ... -
Page 6: Introduction
EC14H) - provides you a new way to build your home network quickly and cost-effectively. No complex installation. No extra wiring. All you have to do is plugging the EC14H into the wall outlet, and connecting it to your computer through the Ethernet cable. -
Page 7: Networking Options
Figure 1, you can set up your HomePlug products to a “Peer- to-Peer mode”. The notebook PC with EC14H can communi- cate with the desktop PC with EC14H and the printer with EC14H adapters to share files or play games. Adding a compu- ter/device is as easy as connecting the adapter and plugging to the wall outlet. - Page 8 Examples of Deploying the Powerline Network 1. Sharing files (one to one) 2. Sharing network printer or other devices...
- Page 9 3. Multi-player Gaming (multiple-point) 4. Sharing Internet Access INTERNET...
- Page 10 5. Powerline network co-exist with Ethernet network 6. Powerline network co-exist with WLAN network INTERNET...
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Page 11: Features And Benefits
>>> 1.3 Features and Benefits Utilize existing powerline and standard outlet in a house- hold for networking, eliminating extra wiring cost. Plug and play, quite easy in installation, configuration and use. Work with comprehensive operating systems, Windows 98SE/ME/2000/XP Deploy 56-bit DES encryption, offering high-level network protection. -
Page 12: Package Contents
Also, keep the box and packing materials in case you need to ship the unit in the future. The package should contain the following items: - One Ethernet to Powerline HomePlug Adapter - EC14H. - One Ethernet cable (RJ-45). - One Quick Start Guide. -
Page 13: Specifications
>>> 1.6 Specifications Standard Compliance Connection Port Encryption Data Rates Frequency, Bandwidth, and Channels Protocol Operating System Power Supply Power Consumption LEDs Dimension Unit Weight Operating Temperature Storage Temperature Operating Humidity Storage Humidity Certifications - HomePlug 1.0.1 - IEEE802.3 (10Base-T) One Ethernet port (RJ-45, MDI/ MDI-X) 56-bit DES encryption... -
Page 14: Installation
Installation This chapter provides the instruction on installing your EC14H, including the product view and hardware/software installation. >>> 2.1 Product View Front View LINK (PLC Link) (PLC Activity) (LAN Link/ Activity) Indicates the network connection on the powerline interface. Glowing... -
Page 15: Mac Address
Rear View MAC Address Device Password Bottom View Plug MAC Address Device Password The MAC Address of your EC14H. The Device Password of your EC14H. Ethernet Port (RJ-45) -
Page 16: Installing The Software
You are recommended to install the software provided in the Software CD before connecting the device to take full advantage of your EC14H, including changing the configuration or pass- word of device. To install the configuration utility: TIP: If the Autorun pro-... - Page 17 NOTE: 1. For each Ethernet- enabled device added onto the network, just repeat the above procedures. 2. If connecting to a non-PC based device, no further software installation is needed. 4. Enter your User Name and Organization; then, click Next. Click Install in the following window, and the program starts to install the software to the system.
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Page 18: Connecting The Ec14H
2. Connect one end of Ethernet cable to the RJ-45 connector on the bottom of EC14H ( ), and the other end to the Ethernet port of your computer or network device ( ). 3. Plug the adapter into the wall outlet directly ( ). -
Page 19: Building Your Network
NOTE: You are advised to plug the HomePlug Adapter into a power outlet directly. DO NOT plug the device into a power strip or UPS with surge protection. MSI EC14H has its own filter to protect from surges. >>> 2.4 Building Your Network Once you have built up a powerline network in your location, EC14H will automatically attempt to connect to the network;... -
Page 20: Testing The Connecting
2. Type DOS command window and press [Enter]. 3. It will display the IP address of your PC to which MSI 4. Enter the command If the Ping succeeds, it shows the set up is correctly done. Then, repeat the same process with other powerline devices on the network. -
Page 21: Configuration
Configuration >>> 3.1 Running the Configuration Utility The MSI EC14H provides you a convenient utility to custom- ize the network settings. Whenever you want to configure the respective settings, double-click the HomePlug Converter Utility icon on the desktop to launch the utility. -
Page 22: Device
>>> 3.2 Device The Device tab includes the information of the EC14H con- nected to your computer where the utility is running. State Indicates the MAC Address of the device that you are con- nected to. Refresh Click this button to scan the powerline adapter that is con- nected to your computer. -
Page 23: Network
>>> 3.3 Network The Network tab shows the MAC Address and Data Rate of the remote powerline adapters on your network. Click Scan Powerline Network to update the status. NOTE: The information of the powerline adapter directly con- nected to your computer will not be displayed in this screen. However, if you cannot find a remote powerline adapter in this list, please check that its Network Password is the same as your current settings. -
Page 24: Security
>>> 3.4 Security In the Security tab, you can set up the Network password for the powerline adapter directly connected to your computer. Please note that all the powerline adapters on your network must have the same password setting. Network Password Enter the password (case-sensitive;... -
Page 25: Advanced
>>> 3.5 Advanced The Advanced tab allows you to configure the password for remote powerline device through the powerline. For example, use this tab to set password for a remote powerline device which is connected to your router or printer. Network Password Indicates the current password. -
Page 26: About
>>> 3.6 About The About tab includes the information of your powerline adapter, such as the manufacturer and product information. -
Page 27: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting >>> 4.1 Troubleshooting Your Network If you are running into problems with your EC14H adapter, walk through the below list to have a quick inspection on your network. Problem LINK LED is off (No power connection). LAN LED is off (No Ethernet connection). - Page 28 - Make sure your TCP/IP settings are set to automatically obtaining IP address and gateway address. - Turn off all Ethernet devices and unplug attached EC14H adapters. Now plug back your adapters before re-booting Ethernet devices. This can help Ethernet devices being re-assigned IP...
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Page 29: Faqs
Q. In case the electricity goes out, do I need to reset my EC14H adapter(s)? A. No. Your EC14H adapter will put into operation “auto- matically” as soon as power comes back, and no settings will be lost. If there is a problem, try to unplug the adapter... - Page 30 Q. Can I move my EC14H adapter once I have installed it in one location? A. Yes. You can unplug your EC14H adapter and the attached Ethernet device that are using and move them to the loca- tion you want, where still should be within the coverage of your powerline network.
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