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Page 1: User Manual
MegaPlug Wireless Network Extender Model #: HPAP108T User Manual Ver 1.0 Solutions for the Digital Life ™... -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents 1 Introduction Features System Requirements Getting to Know the Network Extender What is HomePlug? Technical Support 2 Installing the Wireless Network Extender Plugging in the Extender Installing the Configuration Utility Connecting a Wireless Computer to the Homeline Network 3 Using the Configuration Utility Locate Device Setup Wizard... - Page 3 Actiontec MegaPlug Wireless Network Extender User Manual 6 Setting Up Static IP Address Windows 98 SE Windows Me Windows 2000 Windows XP 7 Setting Up File and Printer Sharing File Sharing Printer Sharing A Specifications General Wireless LED Indicators Environmental...
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Page 4: Introduction
If you want to take your computer networking to the next level, the Actiontec MegaPlug Wireless Network Extender is sure to be one of the keys to your success. -
Page 5: System Requirements
Actiontec MegaPlug Wireless Network Extender User Manual System Requirements Router or gateway with HomePlug capability Standard home power wiring Computer with the following: · drive · Windows 98 , Me, 2000, or XP installed · Wireless capability · network protocol installed Getting to Know the Network Extender This section contains a quick description of the Network Extender’s external features. -
Page 6: What Is Homeplug
Chapter 1 Introduction Power Light The Power light glows green when sychronized with another device, and flickers when data is being transferred across the Network Extender. If the Power light is off, it can still be powered up. Information Sticker The information sticker (located beneath the electrical prongs) displays the (Media Access Control) address, device , serial number and other information... -
Page 7: Technical Support
Actiontec MegaPlug Wireless Network Extender User Manual Technical Support Actiontec Electronics prides itself on making durable, high-quality, high-perfor- mance products. If you need assistance, the Actiontec Technical Support Department is available all day every day to provide professional support. Actiontec Electronics, Inc. -
Page 8: Installing The Wireless Network Extender
Installing the Wireless Network Extender This chapter explains how to plug in the Wireless Network Extender, how to load the Extender’s Configuration Utility on a computer connected to the Homeline network, and how to access the Homeline network (via the Extender) with a wire- lessly-equipped computer. - Page 9 Actiontec MegaPlug Wireless Network Extender User Manual 3. When the “Choose Destination Screen” appears, click Next. 4. When this window appears, click Finish. The Extender’s Configuration Utility is now installed on the computer. See chapter 3, “Using the Configuration Utility,” for more information...
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Page 10: Connecting A Wireless Computer To The Homeline Network
To connect a wirelessly-equipped computer to the Homeline network via the Extender: 1. On the wirelessly-equipped computer, access to the wireless network interface. 2. Enter “Actiontec” in the interface’s “ ” or “Network Name” text box. This is SSID the Extender’s default (Extended Service Set Identification) name. - Page 11 Actiontec MegaPlug Wireless Network Extender User Manual This page left intentionally blank.
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Page 12: Using The Configuration Utility
Once the Wireless Network Extender has been properly connected and installed according to the Quick Start Guide, the user can further configure the Extender using the Actiontec MegaPlug Wireless Configuration Utility. The Utility also provides information about the network. After installing the CD in the computer’s CD-ROM drive, the Utility starts up automatically and appears on the desktop. -
Page 13: Setup Wizard
Actiontec MegaPlug Wireless Network Extender User Manual Setup Wizard The Setup Wizard allows a quick set up of the Extender’s basic settings. To use: 1. Click Setup Wizard in the Utility window. A “Login” window appears. Enter the user name and password in the appropriate text boxes, then click Next. -
Page 14: Wireless Setting
Here, the Extender’s wireless settings can be configured. ESSID is the network name assigned to the Extender’s wireless network. The fac- ESSID tory default setting is “Actiontec.” Although Actiontec recommends keeping the default value intact, the value can be modified, using any combination of ESSID alphanumeric characters (i.e.,... - Page 15 Actiontec MegaPlug Wireless Network Extender User Manual Channel Channel assigns the frequency band at which the Extender communicates. In the United States, use channels 1-11, or select Smart Select, which automati- cally selects a minimally used channel. (The factory default value is set to Smart Select.)
- Page 16 Chapter 3 Using the Configuration Utility WEP 128 bits Selecting this security option applies 128-bit security on the wireless net- work. 128-bit requires a key composed of hexadecimal digits or 13 ASCII characters. A hexadecimal digit consists of an alphanumeric character ranging from 0-9 or ;...
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Page 17: Factory Default
Actiontec MegaPlug Wireless Network Extender User Manual Factory Default Clicking Factory Default in the Utility window resets (after entering the user name and password in the pop-up window) the Extender’s settings to their factory default settings. Device Info Clicking Device Info in the Utility window generates the “Device Information”... -
Page 18: Using The Web Configuration Interface
Using the Web Configuration Interface The Wireless Network Extender’s Web Configuration Interface allows the user to configure and view various aspects of the Extender’s wireless network, including wireless security. To access the Interface: 1. Insert the CD in the computer’s CD-ROM drive. The Utility will start auto- matically. -
Page 19: System Summary
Actiontec MegaPlug Wireless Network Extender User Manual 3. Click Management at the top left of the Utility window. A web browser starts up, with the Interface displayed in it. System Summary Clicking System Summary on the left side of any Interface screen causes the “System Summary”... -
Page 20: System Properties
Clicking Administration on the left side of any Interface screen causes the “Administration” screen to appear. Change the user name and password used to access the Interface screens here. Actiontec recommends changing the default user name and password to something more secure, to prevent unwanted access to the Extender’s settings. -
Page 21: Ip Settings
Actiontec MegaPlug Wireless Network Extender User Manual IP Settings Clicking IP Settings on the left side of any Interface screen causes the “ Settings” screen to appear. There are two options in this window: Obtain an IP address automatically, and Specify an IP address. -
Page 22: Wireless Security
Chapter 4 Using the Web Configuration Interface SSID is the network name assigned to the Extender’s wireless network. The factory SSID default setting is “Actiontec.” Although Actiontec recommends keeping the default value intact, the value can be modified, using any combination of alphanu- ESSID meric characters (i.e.,... - Page 23 Actiontec MegaPlug Wireless Network Extender User Manual From the “Security” drop-down list, select the type of security to be applied to the wireless network. Options include No Security, WEP 40/64 bits, WEP 104/128 bits, WEP 128/152 bits, WPA-PSK, and WPA.
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Page 24: Wireless Advanced Settings
Chapter 4 Using the Web Configuration Interface WPA-PSK Selecting this security option applies (Wi-Fi Protected Access) security with (Passkey) protection to the wireless network. To set up K, select a WPA-PS “Cipher Type” ( ), then enter 8-63 characters in the “Passphrase” text TKIP box. - Page 25 Actiontec MegaPlug Wireless Network Extender User Manual Transmit Power Adjust the Extender’s transmit power here . Beacon Interval Adjust the beacon interval rate here. A beacon is a packet sent by the Network Extender across the network to let other connected devices know of its presence and readiness.
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Page 26: Mac Filtering
Chapter 4 Using the Web Configuration Interface MAC Filtering Clicking MAC Filtering on the left side of any Interface screen causes the “ Filtering” screen to appear. This feature allows the user to control the wireless net- work by denying or allowing wireless access by specifying the (Media Access Control) address of the wireless client(s) allowed or denied access on the wireless network. -
Page 27: Backup/Restore Settings
Actiontec MegaPlug Wireless Network Extender User Manual Backup/Restore Settings Clicking Backup/Restore Settings on the left side of any Interface screen causes the “Backup/Restore Settings” screen to appear. Backup the Current Settings to a File This option allows the user to save the settings of the Extender to a file that can be accessed later to reset the Extender to that particular configuration set. -
Page 28: Firmware Upgrade
Firmware Upgrade Clicking Firmware Upgrade on the left side of any Interface screen causes the “Firmware Upgrade” screen to appear. Actiontec periodically posts firmware upgrades to enhance the Extender’s capabilities. Download the upgrade from the Internet to the computer’s hard drive, then locate it by clicking Browse. Once the upgrade file has been located, select it, then click Upgrade. - Page 29 Actiontec MegaPlug Wireless Network Extender User Manual This page left intentionally blank.
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Page 30: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting This chapter contains a list of problems that may be encountered while using the Wireless Network Extender, and techniques to solve them. Note that these tech- niques may not be successful in all cases. Also included is a list of frequently asked questions. -
Page 31: Frequently Asked Questions
Actiontec MegaPlug Wireless Network Extender User Manual Frequently Asked Questions What’s the transfer speed over the Extender’s Homeline network? The Extender’s network transfer speed is 85 Mbps (maximum) over a standard home power line network. What’s the estimated range of the Extender’s network? Approximately 300 meters (~985 ft.) in wall power lines (one household). - Page 32 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Which wireless cards will work with the Extender? The Extender will connect with any wireless card supporting the 802.11g or 802.11b wireless standards. Can my wireless signal pass through floors, walls, and glass? The physical environment around the Extender can have a varying effect on wireless signal strength and quality.
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Page 34: Setting Up Static Ip Address
Setting Up Static IP Address To communicate with a Wireless Network Extender from a computer on the net- work, the user may have to switch the address settings from -enabled to DHCP static , so that the computer and the Extender are on the same subnet. To set up static on a computer, select the operating system and follow the instructions. - Page 35 Actiontec MegaPlug Wireless Network Extender User Manual 3. Another menu appears. Select Control Panel. 4. When the “Control Panel” window appears, double-click Network.
- Page 36 Chapter 6 Setting Up Static IP Address 5. The “Network” window appears. In the “The following network components are installed” list box, locate and double-click TCP/IP 6. The “ Address. Properties” window appears. Select TCP/IP 7. In the Address tab, make sure the circle next to “Specify an Address”...
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Page 37: Windows Me
Actiontec MegaPlug Wireless Network Extender User Manual 9. Enter the following numbers in the “Subnet mask” text box: 255.255.255.0 Press the space bar on the keyboard to add the periods between the numbers. 10. Click . The Properties window disappears. - Page 38 Chapter 6 Setting Up Static IP Address 3. Another menu appears. Select Control Panel. 4. When the “Control Panel” window appears, double-click Network.
- Page 39 Actiontec MegaPlug Wireless Network Extender User Manual 5. The “Network” window appears. In the “The following network components are installed” list box, locate and double-click TCP/IP 6. The “ Address. Properties” window appears. Click TCP/IP 7. In the Address tab, make sure the circle next to “Specify an Address”...
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Page 40: Windows 2000
Chapter 6 Setting Up Static IP Address 9. Enter the following numbers in the “Subnet mask” text box: 255.255.255.0 Do not include the periods; they are automatically entered. 10. Click . The Properties window disappears. TCP/IP 11. If there is a check in the box next to “Detect connection to network media,” click on it to uncheck the box. - Page 41 Actiontec MegaPlug Wireless Network Extender User Manual 3. Another menu appears. Select Control Panel. 4. When the “Control Panel” window appears, double-click Network and Dial- up Connections.
- Page 42 Chapter 6 Setting Up Static IP Address 5. In the “Network and Dial-up Connections” window, double-click Local Area Connection. A number may be displayed after the Local Area Connection. If there is more than one Local Area Connection listed, locate the one that cor- responds to the network card installed in the computer by finding the name of the network card in the Device Name column.
- Page 43 Actiontec MegaPlug Wireless Network Extender User Manual 7. The “Local Area Connection Properties” window appears. Click General. 8. In the “Components checked are used by this connection” list box, double- click Internet Protocol ( TCP/IP 9. The “Internet Protocol ( ) Properties”...
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Page 44: Windows Xp
Chapter 6 Setting Up Static IP Address 12. Enter the following numbers in the “Subnet mask” text box: 255.255.255.0 Press the space bar on the keyboard to add the periods between the numbers. 13. Click . The “Internet Protocol ( ) Properties”... - Page 45 Actiontec MegaPlug Wireless Network Extender User Manual 3. When the “Control Panel” window appears, double-click Network Connections. 4. In the “Network Connections” window, double-click Local Area Connection. A number may be displayed after the Local Area Connection. If more than...
- Page 46 Chapter 6 Setting Up Static IP Address 5. The “Local Area Connection Properties” window appears. Select General. 6. In the “This connection uses the following items” list box, double-click Internet Protocol ( TCP/IP 7. The “Internet Protocol ( ) Properties” window appears. TCP/IP...
- Page 47 Actiontec MegaPlug Wireless Network Extender User Manual 8. In the General tab, make sure the circle next to “Use the following Address” is selected. When active, a black dot appears in the circle. If the circle already contains a black dot, leave it alone.
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Page 48: Setting Up File And Printer Sharing
Setting Up File and Printer Sharing This chapter describes how to share files, hard drives, and printers over the Wireless Network Extender’s network. File Sharing To share files, directories, or hard drives on the MegaPlug network, select the oper- ating system running on the computer, then follow the instructions. Windows XP After installing and configuring the Extender, Windows automatically enables... - Page 49 Actiontec MegaPlug Wireless Network Extender User Manual 3. Click Change. 4. When the “Computer Name Changes” window appears, enter a new computer name in the “Computer name” text box. 5. Enter a workgroup name in the “Workgroup” text book. 6. Click OK.
- Page 50 Chapter 7 Setting Up File and Printer Sharing Windows 2000 After installing and configuring the Extender, Windows 2000 automatically enables file sharing. The only item that needs to be altered is workgroup settings. All the computers on the network must have the same workgroup name, but different computer names.
- Page 51 Actiontec MegaPlug Wireless Network Extender User Manual 4. The “Identification Changes” window appears. In the “Computer Name” text box, type a name different than the other computers on the network. 5. In the “Workgroup” text box, enter the network workgroup name. This is the same on each computer on the network.
- Page 52 Chapter 7 Setting Up File and Printer Sharing Windows 98SE and Me 1. Click Start, select Settings, then Control Panel. 2. In the Control Panel window, double-click the Network icon. The Network window appears. 3. In the “Configuration” tab, click Add. The “Select Network Component Type” window appears.
- Page 53 Actiontec MegaPlug Wireless Network Extender User Manual 4. Select Service, then click Add. The “Select Network Service” window appears. 5. Highlight File and printer sharing for Microsoft Networks, then click OK. 6. The “File and Print Sharing” window appears. Make sure both options have a...
- Page 54 Chapter 7 Setting Up File and Printer Sharing 7. Click OK. The Network window reappears. 8. In the Network window, select Identification. The “Identification” tab appears. 9. In the “Computer Name” text box, type a name different than the other com- puters on the network.
- Page 55 Actiontec MegaPlug Wireless Network Extender User Manual 15. After your computer restarts, Windows prompts for a user name and pass- word. Enter a user name and password, then write them on a sheet of paper, as they will be needed to access the network in the future.
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Page 56: Printer Sharing
Chapter 7 Setting Up File and Printer Sharing Depends on Password - Allows you to set both Read Only and Full access on the shared file or drive. The level of access will depend on the passwords entered in the appropriate field. 20. - Page 57 Actiontec MegaPlug Wireless Network Extender User Manual 4. A “Properties” window appears, with the “Sharing” tab displayed. 5. Select Shared As or Share this Printer. This automatically inserts a default name for the printer share name. You can set a password for the printer at this time if you want to restrict who on the network can use the printer.
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Page 58: A Specifications
Specifications General Model Number 108T (MegaPlug Wireless Network Extender) HPAP Standards HomePlug Powerline Specification 1.0 (HomePlug) 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.3, and 802.3u (wireless) IEEE IEEE IEEE IEEE 10BaseT Security 56-bit data encryption (HomePlug) 64/128/152-bit encryption, , 56-bit encryption (wire- WPA-PSK less) Access Methods CSMA HomePlug Operating Range... -
Page 59: Led Indicators
Actiontec MegaPlug Wireless Network Extender User Manual Carrier Modulation DQPSK BPSK, DBPSK ROBO, 16 QAM, 64 QAM, CCK Operating Range 30 - 300 meters LED Indicators Power, Wireless Environmental Power External, 110 - 240v 0.2a, 50 - 60 Hz Certifications... -
Page 60: B Glossary
Glossary Access Point A device that allows wireless clients to connect to one another. An access point can also act as a bridge between wireless clients and a “wired” network, such as an Ethernet network. Wireless clients can be moved anywhere within the cover- age area of the access point and remain connected to the network. -
Page 61: Ethernet Network
Actiontec MegaPlug Wireless Network Extender User Manual Ethernet Network A standard wired networking configuration using cables and hubs. Firewall A method preventing users outside the network from accessing and/or damag- ing files or computers on the network. Gateway A central device that manages the data traffic of your network, as well as data traffic to and from the Internet. - Page 62 Appendix B Glossary PPPoE (Point-To-Point Protocol over Ethernet)/ PPPoA (Point-To-Point Protocol over ATM) Methods of secure data transmission. Router A central device that manages the data traffic of your network. Subnet Mask A set of four numbers configured like an address used to create address numbers used only within a particular network.
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Page 64: Notices
Modifications requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Actiontec Electronics, Inc., may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Declaration of conformity for products marked with the logo –... -
Page 65: Miscellaneous Legal Notices
Actiontec Electronics, Inc. Actiontec Installation Buddy, Connection 2005 1-2-3 Solutions for the Digital Life, Actiontec Digital Gear, and the Actiontec logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Actiontec Electronics, Inc. All other names are the property of their respective owners. -
Page 66: Limited Warranty
Software: Actiontec Electronics warrants to Customer that each software program licensed from it will perform in substantial conformance to its program specifica- tions, for a period of ninety (90) days from the date of purchase from Actiontec Electronics or its authorized reseller. Actiontec Electronics warrants the media con- taining software against failure during the warranty period. - Page 67 The repaired or replaced item will be shipped to Customer, at Actiontec Electronics’ expense, not later than thirty (30) days after Actiontec Electronics receives the defective product.
- Page 68 This warranty gives you specific legal rights which may vary depending on local law. Dispute Resolution: The customer may contact the Director of Technical Support in the event the Customer is not satisfied with Actiontec Electronics’ response to the complaint. In the event that the Customer is still not satisfied with the response of the Director of Technical Support, the Customer is instructed to contact the Director of Marketing.
- Page 69 Actiontec MegaPlug Wireless Network Extender User Manual Governing Law: This Limited Warranty shall be governed by the laws of the State of California, U.S.A., excluding its conflicts of laws and principles, and excluding the United Nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods.
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