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1. Modem Router Room A Room B Page 16 of 45 User Manual Joining an Existing Secured HomePlugAV Smartlink Network To enable a new device to join an existing network Simple Connect will copy the Private Network Name of the existing network to the new HomePlugAV Smartlink If you pressed Simple Connect from multiple HomePlugAV Smartlinks only the signal from the first two devices will be processed To join an existing Secured HomePlugAV Smartlink network using Simple Connect Step 1 Plug HomePlugAV Smartlink Z beside one of your existing HomePlugAV Smartlink device Make sure you can easily observe the LED behavior Upon connection HomePlug Z s LEDs will blink simultaneously and then the Power LED lights ON steadily Ethernet LED will be ON if there is an ethernet link Existing HomePlug AV Network 7 Page 17 of 45 User Manual Step 2 Press Simple Connect for ten seconds from a HomePlugAV Smartlink Z After you release the button All LED will blink The Power LED will stay ON Note If the all LED did not blink press Simple Connect again for ten seconds t1t1t16 b t tl Existing HomePlug AV Network Z Step 3 Press Simple Connect Button for two seconds on the existing HomePlugAV Smartlink device After you release the button the Power LED will continuously blink If the Power LED did not blink press Simple Connect again
2. HomePlugAV HomePlugAV Smartlink to your computer or Ethernet device Smartlinks Install HomePlugAV Smartlink Utility Install HomePlugAV to apply manual configuration Smartlink Utility changes and monitor device activity Ready to Use Page 25 of 45 User Manual Plan Your Network Here are ideas on how you can plan your HomePlugAV Smartlink network Local Network Share ultra fast Internet connection with any computer wherever it is in the house LJ Power Line Power Linc NETWORK XYZ Gaming Network Connect your gaming console to the Internet and compete with other online players Power Line Power Line Qnem ent Qnin 2x5 4 AS A J NETWORK XYZ Page 26 of 45 User Manual Entertainment Network Experience IP TV streaming into your home entertainment system Power Line E j 3 3 E i 4 l fitlttittlftt CUAL Sat top NETWORK XYZ Setup the HomePlugAV Smartlinks For Twin Pack HomePlugAV Smartlinks from a Twin Pack are preconfigured to have a common Private Network Name unique for that pair All you need to do is connect the HomePlugAV Smartlinks to an Ethernet device and then plug it to a wall socket To setup a pair of HomePlugAV Smartlinks 1 Plug one end of the Ethernet cable to your Ethernet device and then connect the other end to HomePlugAV Smartlink 2 Connect the HomePlugAV Smartlink to a wall socket 3 Plug
3. for two seconds Make sure to press Simple Connect Button again on the HomePlugAV Smartlink Z within two minutes after you press Simple Connect from the existing network Page 18 of 45 User Manual F Existing HomePlug AV Network 1 19 of 45 User Manual Step 4 To confirm if the connection was established check the LEDs The Power LEDs and the Powerline Activity LEDs on all HomePlugs are on HomePlugAV Network Page 20 of 45 User Manual If the Powerline Activity LED on HomePlug 7 is off this means the pairing was not successful You need to repeat the process again Existing HomePlug AV Network 7 Step 5 Unplug HomePlug Z and then connect it to your Ethernet device using the Ethernet cables from the product package After connecting the Ethernet cable plug HomePlug Z directly to a wall outlet An Ethernet enabled device can be a router computer hub gaming console IP phone network printer or IP TV set top box Note HomePlugAV Smartlinks work best when connected directly to a wall socket Avoid plugging it to a power strip or power extension The other electrical devices in the power strip create noise that may affect the performance of the HomePlug Page 21 of 45 User Manual Power Line Power Lin
4. on HomePlug X The LEDs on both devices will switch off and on twice to signify that they are paired with another device Note Do not press Simple Connect for more than 2 seconds N A A N Blinking Blinking W 6 XS X Y Page 14 of 45 User Manual Step 4 To confirm if the connection was established check the LEDs The Power LEDs and the Powerline Activity LEDs on both HomePlugs are ON Network XY When the Powerline Activity LED G on either HomePlug X or HomePlug Y is off this means the pairing is not successful In this case you need to redo the entire process again HOMEPLUG AV 500Mbps Smart t Page 15 of 45 User Manual Step 5 Unplug the HomePlugAV Smartlinks and then connect them to your Ethernet devices using the Ethernet cables from the product package After connecting the Ethernet cable plug the HomePlugs directly to a wall outlet An Ethernet enabled device can be a router computer hub gaming console IP phone network printer or IP TV set top box Note HomePlugAV Smartlinks work best when connected directly to a wall socket Avoid plugging it to a power strip or power extension Other electrical devices in the power strip produce electrical noise that may affect the performance of the HomePlug Power outlet Power outlet Power Line HomePlugAV Smartlink HomePlugAV Smartlink gt Ethernet Cable Ethemet Cable
5. to reset the HomePlugAV Smartlink s Private Network Name to a random key When a HomePlugAV Smartlink is reset to a random key it will not be able to communicate with any other device Note Resetting the Private Network Name is different from resetting the device to its factory default settings If you intend to reset the device to its factory default settings press RESET on the device Page 10 of 45 User Manual To reset the Private Network Name using Simple Connect Step 1 Press Simple Connect button for 10 seconds or wait until ALL LED blinks The Powerline Activity LED will switch OFF on both units f Step 2 Do the same procedure on unit 2 to reset its Private Network Name Press the Simple Connect button for 2 seconds on both units to pair the devices eo Creating a Secured HomePlugAV Smartlink Network To create a HomePlugAV Smartlink network you need at least two HomePlugAV Smartlink devices using random Private Network Names When you press Simple Connect for 10 seconds on both devices a common Private Network Name will be automatically generated to enable them to communicate with each other Note New HomePlugAV Smartlink can already communicate with each other out of the box However if you intend to create a new Private Network Name using Simple Connect for both devices you need to reset their Private Network Names to a random key before proceeding Page 11 of 45 User Manual To create a Se
6. HomePlugAV Smarlink is ready to use out of the box and does not require the installation of driver software to work It can be connected to computers routers gaming consoles hubs IPTV set top boxes and other Ethernet devices regardless of operating system How Does It Work HomePlugAV Smartlink utilizes the existing electrical wiring in the house as a path to create a secured network of computers and Ethernet devices With a maximum data rate of up to 200 Mbps HomePlugAV Smartlink can reliably handle high requirement applications like broadband Internet high definition video streaming and Voice over IP HomePlugAV Smartlink converts digital signals to a complex analog signal that traverses along the electrical wires When receiving the analog signal HomePlugAV Smartlink converts the analog signal back to digital To make the signal secured a 128 bit AES encryption is applied A HomePlugAV Smartlink device can only communicate with other HomePlugAV Smartlink devices that use the same Private Network Name The Private Network Name can be changed manually using the HomePlugAV Smartlink Utility software on a computer with a Windows operating system When you use the software you have to manually type the Private Network Name for the device Another way to change the Private Network Name is to use the Simple Connect button Simple Connect automatically creates an encrypted Private Network Name It can also be used to reset the Private Networ
7. HomePlugAV Smartlink HomePlugAV Smartlink is operating system independent However the HomePlugAV Smartlink Utility requires a Windows operating system XP Vista Windows 7 with the NET Framework 3 5 SP 1 installed How difficult is it to set up a network with HomePlugAV Smartlink HomePlugAV Smartlink is a plug and play device Connect it to an Ethernet device plug it to a wall socket and it is ready to use Even the most inexperienced user can set up the Page 41 of 45 User Manual network with ease Installing the HomePlugAV Smartlink Utility software is only needed if you intend to manually change the Private Network Name or view the connection rate How many devices do need to create a HomePlugAV Smartlink network At least two devices are needed to create a HomePlugAV Smartlink network Is HomePlugAV Smartlink suitable for triple play like the simultaneous use of data voice and video applications Yes triple play is supported What data transfer rates do need for high definition TV A variety of HDTV resolutions are available The following are the most common resolutions opposite the required transfer rate e 720p mpeg2 09 10 Mbps e 720p mpeg4 06 08 Mbps e 10801 mpeg2 12 15 Mbps e 10801 mpeg4 08 10 Mbps Does HomePlugAV Smartlink have a security mechanism Yes HomePlugAV Smartlink uses 128 bit AES encryption Are Gigabit Ethernet adapters required for use with HomePlugAV Smartlink No Under ideal
8. Jm UR fee DT Ch UO User Manual 500Mbps HomePlugAV Smartlink User Manual Legal Notice 2012 All rights reserved Version 1 0 No part of this document may be reproduced republished or retransmitted in any form or by any means whatsoever whether electronically or mechanically including but not limited to by way of photocopying recording information recording or through retrieval systems without the express written permission We reserve the right to revise this document at any time without the obligation to notify any person and or entity All other company or product names mentioned are used for identification purposes only and may be trademarks of their respective owners LIMITATION OF LIABILITY AND DAMAGES THE PRODUCT AND THE SOFTWARES WITHIN ARE PROVIDED AS IS BASIS THE MANUFACTURER AND MANUFACTURER S RESELLERS COLLECTIVELY REFERRED TO AS THE SELLERS DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES EXPRESS IMPLIED OR STATUTORY INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF NON INFRINGEMENT MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR ANY WARRANTIES ARISING FROM COURSE OF DEALING COURSE OF PERFORMANCE OR USAGE OF TRADE IN NO EVENT WILL THE SELLERS BE LIABLE FOR DAMAGES OR LOSS INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO DIRECT INDIRECT SPECIAL WILLFUL PUNITIVE INCIDENTAL EXEMPLARY OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF BUSINESS PROFITS OR DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF BUSINESS OF ANY CUSTOMER OR ANY THIRD PAR
9. TY ARISING OUT OF THE USE OR THE INABILITY TO USE THE PRODUCT OR THE SOFTWARES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THOSE RESULTING FROM DEFECTS IN THE PRODUCT OR SOFTWARE OR DOCUMENTATION OR LOSS OR INACCURACY OF DATA OF ANY KIND WHETHER BASED ON CONTRACT TORT OR ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY EVEN IF THE PARTIES HAVE BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES THE ENTIRE RISK AS TO THE RESULTS AND PERFORMANCE OF THE PRODUCT OR ITS SOFTWARE IS ASSUMED BY CUSTOMER BECAUSE SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF LIABILITY FOR DAMAGES THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO THE PARTIES IN NO EVENT WILL THE SELLERS TOTAL CUMULATIVE LIABILITY OF EACH AND EVERY KIND IN RELATION TO THE PRODUCT OR ITS SOFTWARE EXCEED THE AMOUNT PAID BY CUSTOMER FOR THE PRODUCT Page 2 of 45 User Manual Contents About the Product ccccccccccscccescccsccccccccsccccsccccccccsccceee D How 5 DITE cEConnec lol e db p ate fan b dor adu 6 Package EHE Te DAR oO 7 Device 7 Pairing the TD Tcr 9 HOW to Use Simple COFITIeC 10 Resetting the Private Network sess 10 Creating a Secured HomePlugAV Smartlink Network eee 11 Joining an Existing Secured HomePlugAV Smartlink 17 Powe
10. Veins Civar iP Firmware Upgrade Quality of Service Page 36 of 45 User Manual QoS Modes f Online Game Internet Prioritizes data streaming Audio or Video Prioritizes data streaming multimedia streaming zs Voice over IP Prioritizes voice applications To enable QoS 1 2 3 Open HomePlugAV Smartlink Utility Click Quality of Service Check Enable QoS Select a QoS mode Click Apply When the process is complete the message Settings Applied appears Page 37 of 45 User Manual Devices Devices displays information about remote HomePlugAV Smartlink s detected in the network Only HomePlugAV Smartlinks using the same Private Network Name as the local HomePlugAV Smartlink will appear in the Remote Devices list Remote Devices Cennesticn Rats Private Hume Adress kranse Mijs Heceive M hps Network Name Quality of Service Devices Firmware Upgrade Devices Devices displays the following information TEI Displays the Terminal Equipment Identifier Device MAC address Displays the HomePlugAV Smartlink MAC Address Bridge MAC Address Displays the MAC Address of the Ethernet network adapter connected to the HomePlugAV Smartlink Connection Rate Displays the Transmit and Receive connection rates Page 38 of 45 User Manual Firmware Upgrade Use Firmware Upgrade to upgrade firmware of HomePlugAV Smartlink After upgradi
11. al Pairing the Device Your HomePlugAV Smartlink devices by default are preconfigured to have a common Private Network Name Setting up your HomePlugAV network is as easy as 1 2 and 3 1 Plug in your HomePlugAV Smartlink devices side by side to easily observe the LED behavior Wait until the Power and PL ACT LED turns ON to confirm that the connection has been established Power outlet Power outlet HomePlugAV Smartlink HomePlugAV Smartlink Ethemet Cable E 5 o 2 E E 9 5 Modem Router Desktop Computer Room A Room B 2 In Location A plug in your HomePlugAV Smartlink into the wall socket then connect it to your Modem Router s Ethernet LAN port using an Ethernet cable 3 In Location B plug in your HomePlugAV Smartlink into the wall socket then connect it to your computer s Ethernet Port using an Ethernet cable Your HomePlugAV Smartlink is now ready for use Page 9 of 45 User Manual How to Use Simple Connect Simple Connect provides a more convenient way of creating your HomePlugAV Smartlink network without the need to open the HomePlugAV Smartlink Utility software from a computer The button has three main functions which include e Resetting the Private Network Name e Creating a Secured HomePlugAV Smartlink Network e Joining an existing Secured HomePlugAV Smartlink Network me gt Simple Connect Button I 1 I Resetting the Private Network Name Simple Connect allows you
12. conditions HomePlugAV Smartlink has a physical gross data rate of up to 200 Mbps The effective net data rate is somewhat lower A 100 Mbps Ethernet adapter is therefore adequate in most cases Does the technology support multicast video server streams IP TV Yes Page 42 of 45 User Manual Do I need an Automatic Voltage Regulator AVR for HomePlugAV Smartlink No HomePlugAV Smartlink can operate in an environment using 100 240V What is the maximum range of HomePlugAV Smartlink The maximum range is 200 meters If one HomePlugAV Smartlink is connected to a LAN switch is it possible for other computers in the switch to communicate with other HomePlugAV Smartlink devices Yes Can my neighbors access my HomePlugAV Smartlink network Your electric meter prevents any signal from going outside your household However we strongly suggest that you create your own personalized Private Network Name to prevent unauthorized access into your network Can use HomePlugAV Smartlink to connect computers located in different floors of the building Yes as long as the electric wires are connected and do not exceed 200 meters Can I use HomePlugAV Smartlink in an old house with old power supply lines partly without separated ground wire Yes However performance may be affected because of the quality of the wires Can plug HomePlugAV Smartlink into a multiple socket switch or do have to plug it directly to the wall s
13. cured HomePlugAV Smartlink network using Simple Connect Step 1 Plug your HomePlugAV Smartlinks side by side where you can easily observe the LED behavior Upon connection the LEDs will blink simultaneously and then the Power LED lights on steadily Press the Simple Connect button of the HomePlugAV Smartlink X for ten seconds All LED will blink indicating that the Private Network Name has been randomize Press the Simple Connect button of the HomePlugAV Smartlink Y for ten seconds All LED will blink indicating that the Private Network Name has been randomize f um e WE NENNEN amp X HOMEPLUG AV HOMEPLUG AV 500 5 500Mbps x Y Page 12 of 45 User Manual Step 2 Press Simple Connect for two seconds on HomePlug X After you release the button the Power LED will blink If the Power LED did not blink press Simple Connect again for two seconds Note Do not press Simple Connect for more than 2 seconds Fi 4 4 Blinking i x XX amp OB HOMEPLUG AV HOMEPLUG AV Een Se rani Y Page 13 of 45 User Manual Step 3 Press Simple Connect for two seconds on HomePlug Y After you release the button the Power LED will blink If the Power LED did not blink press Simple Connect again for two seconds Make sure to press Simple Connect on HomePlug Y within two minutes after you press Simple Connect
14. e NETWORK XYZ Page 22 of 45 Determining Connection Rate User Manual Each LED color of the Powerline Activity represents a connection rating The connection rating can only be calculated when the device is part of an existing network The exact connection rate value can also be viewed using HomePlugAV Smartlink Utility OG HOMEPLUG AV 500Mbps Smart Link Good Red Connection rate is less than 30 Mbps HOMEPLUG AV Better Amber Connection rate is between 30 to 80 Mbps HOMEPLUG AV 500Mbps Smart nk Best Green Connection rate is more than 80 Mbps Page 23 of 45 User Manual Power Saving Mode ee 1 5 A HOMEPLUG AV 500Mbps Smort Link When Power LED blinks slowly in Green color HomePlugAV Smartlink is on a Power saving status Conditions for HomePlugAV Smartlink to go on a Power saving mode Will go on a power saving mode after 15mins There should be no Ethernet link When connected to a PC or Laptop there should be no power on the network card when the computer is OFF Page 24 of 45 User Manual Getting Started Setting up the device is easy The flowchart below provides an outline of the steps you need to complete the installation There are brief descriptions beside each step to help you along Detailed instructions are provided in the subsequent pages Plan your Network Setup the Use an Ethernet cable to connect
15. e Device Design gt LI t e Q Page 7 of 45 User Manual Label Status Description Function Blinking When LED is blinking slowly in Green color HomePlugAV Power lt gt slowly Smartlink is on a Power Saving status Off No power On e After Simple Connect is pressed for two A seconds this LED will blink to confirm the button press e When Simple Connect is pressed for 10 seconds this LED will blink to confirm the Private Network Name reset Off Device is not connected to a HomePlugAV Smartlink Powerline Activity network On e This LED remains on when the device is part of a HomePlugAV Smartlink network B e The LED colors represents the connection rate within the HomePlugAV Smartlink network whether it is good red better amber or best green e The LED flashes to indicate network activity Off An Ethernet device is not connected Ethernet Activity On An Ethernet device is connected e The LED flashes to indicate Ethernet activity Simple Connect Button Press to create or join a HomePlugAV Smartlink network It can also be used to reset the Private Network Name to a random key E Ethernet Port Accepts either cross or straight Ethernet cable Reset Button Press for 2 seconds to reset to the factory default settings When you reset to the factory default all your configuration changes will be removed Page 8 of 45 User Manu
16. e Simple Connect Button Simulate Simple Connect Button allows you to apply functionalities without manually pressing the Simple Connect button on a HomePlugAV Smartlink device However this only works on local devices Simple Connect Select to search and pair with another device or search and join an existing HomePlugAV Smartlink network NMK Randomize Select to reset to a random Private Network Name A HomePlugAV Smartlink using a random Private Network Name will be disconnected from the HomePlug network and will not be able to communicate with other devices until it forms a new network or joins an existing network AVLN Status Displays the HomePlugAV Smartlink Logical Network membership status number Note The Simulate Simple Connect Button functions from HomePlugAV Smartlink Utility can be used for HomePlugAV Smartlink versions with or without the Simple Connect button on the device Page 35 of 45 User Manual To simulate a Simple Connect function 1 Connect HomePlugAV Smartlink to your computer 2 Select a Simulate Simple Connect Button action a Simple Connect b PNN Randomize c AVLN Status 3 Click Simulate Button Push Quality of Service Quality of Service gives you the capability to prioritize particular applications within your network QoS is not enabled by default Quality Of Service Enable QoS Select a QoS Mode Private Network Name Quality of Service Devices Online Game Internet Audio Or Video
17. k Name or to add a device into an existing HomePlugAV Smartlink network Note HomePlugAV Smartlink devices from the Twin Pack are already configured to use a common Private Network Name unique for that pair and are ready to use The HomePlugAV Smartlink from a Single Pack on the other hand uses a random Private Network Name You still need to change its Private Network Name to allow it to communicate with an existing HomePlugAV Smartlink network When a HomePlugAV Smarlink communicates with another device the Powerline Activity LED color will give you an idea about the connection rate Red means below 30 Mbps Amber means 30 to 80 Mbps and Green means more than 80 Mbps Page 5 of 45 User Manual Direct Connection For best performance connect HomePlugAV Smartlink directly to a wall outlet Avoid connecting it to a power strip where other electrical devices are connected Other devices create electrical noise that may affect the performance of HomePlugAV Smartlink Power extension L L HomePlugAV Smartlink rc n Ethernet Cable Printer Page 6 of 45 User Manual Package Contents The package contains the following items 1HomePlugAV Smartlink for Single Pack or 2 HomePlugAV Smartlink for Twin Pack e 1 Ethernet cable for Single Pack or 2 Ethernet cables for Twin Pack e Resource CD that contains the HomePlugAV Smartlink Utility installer and the User Manual e Easy Start Guid
18. lt when you press the RESET button on the device for 2 seconds Page 40 of 45 User Manual Appendix Frequently Asked Questions Can use HomePlugAV Smartlink with older HomePlug versions All HomePlugAV Smartlink versions can communicate with each other HomePlugAV Smartlink however is not backward compatible with HomePlug 1 0 releases If you will use different versions of HomePlugAV Smartlink in a single network you need to use the HomePlugAV Smartlink Utility software to create a Private Network Name for all devices Unlike the new version of HomePlugAV Smartlink older versions do not feature the Simple Connect button which enables the device to create a common Private Network Name without using the software How does HomePlugAV Smartlink achieve a higher bandwidth than HomePlug Turbo and HomePlug 1 0 devices HomePlugAV Smartlink complies with the HomePlugAV Smartlink standard It achieves higher data throughput by using a broader frequency spectrum 2 30 MHz rather than 4 21 MHz by using a better access method Time Division Multiple Access rather than Carrier Sense Multiple Access Collision Detection and by using a better processor with a greater bitload per Hz Can HomePlugAV Smartlink be used alongside HomePlug 1 0 devices within the network HomePlug 1 0 and HomePlugAV Smartlink standards can coexist but they will not be able to communicate with each other Which operating system 0S is compatible with
19. me Private Network Name as your local HomePlugAV Smartlink You cannot change the Private Network Name of remote devices that is not currently networked with your local HomePlugAV Smartlink Note When changing the Private Network Name of remote devices you will need the Device ID that appears on the label pasted on the device It will be more helpful if you list down the Device ID of all your HomePlugAV Smartlinks to enable you to remotely change their settings using the HomePlugAV Smartlink Utility software To change the Private Network Name of a remote HomePlugAV Smartlink 1 Open HomePlugAV Smartlink Utility 2 Click Private Network Name 3 Type the new Private Network Name This field is case sensitive It accepts 8 to 64 alphanumeric characters including punctuation marks but no spaces 4 Select Change Private Network Name of remote device Page 34 of 45 User Manual 5 Type the Device ID of the remote device The Device ID can be found on the label pasted on the device HomePlug AV 200 Mbps Ethernet Adaptor DEVIGE ID A Aj BB MAC ADDRESS 00 30 0A 67 FC 8A 6 Click Apply When the process is complete the message Settings Applied appears S N 07062900001 After changing the Private Network Name of the remote HomePlugAV Smartlink it will no longer be able to communicate with your local HomePlugAV Smartlink unless you use a similar Private Network Name for your local HomePlugAV Smartlink Simulat
20. mote devices additional steps are required Select Change Private Network Name of remote device and then input the Device ID Private Network Name Private Network Name to be set Private Network Name HomePlugAV Quality of Service Change Private Network Name of remote device Simulate Push Button Select an Action and Click Simulate Push Button Device ID Devices 2 Action Simple Connect v Simulate Push Button Firmware Upgrade Private Network Name Note In case you cannot connect into the network after changing the Private Network Name please power cycle the device To power cycle disconnect and then reconnect HomePlugAV Smartlink from the power outlet Page 33 of 45 User Manual Local Private Network Name Local Private Network Name refers to the Private Network Name of the HomePlugAV Smartlink that is directly connected to the computer where you use HomePlugAV Smartlink Utility To change the local Private Network Name 1 Open HomePlugAV Smartlink Utility 2 Click Private Network Name 3 Type the new Private Network Name This field is case sensitive It accepts 8 to 64 alphanumeric characters including punctuation marks but no spaces 4 Click Apply When the process is complete the message Settings Applied appears Remote Private Network Name Without leaving your computer you can change the Private Network Name of remote HomePlugAV Smartlink devices provided they are using the sa
21. ng the firmware HomePlugAV Smartlink will still retain the same Private Network Name and MAC address settings Before you proceed with the upgrade you need to have both the configuration file PIB extension and the firmware file NVM extension You can download upgrade files from the product s Web site Firmware Upgrade Click the Upgrade button to perform a firmware upgrade You will be required to select the Private Config and Firmware files Current Firmware displays the firmware version of the device Network Name Current Firmware Upgrade Quality of Service Devices Factnry Defaults Click tn reset to factory setings Firmware Upgrade Firmware Upgrade To upgrade the firmware of a HomePlugAV Smartlink 1 Connect HomePlugAV Smartlink to the computer where you are using HomePlugAV Smartlink Utility 2 Open HomePlugAV Smartlink Utility 3 Click Firmware Upgrade 4 Click Browse to select the location of the configuration and firmware files The configuration file has a PIB extension while the firmware file has an NVM extension After you select the location of the configuration and firmware files the upgrade will immediately start Page 39 of 45 User Manual To reset to factory default 1 Connect HomePlugAV Smartlink to the computer where you are using HomePlugAV Smartlink Utility 2 Open HomePlugAV Smartlink Utility 3 Click Factory Default Note You can also perform a reset to the factory defau
22. ocket You can plug HomePlugAV Smartlink into a multiple socket switch However we strongly advise to plug it directly to a wall socket to achieve optimal performance Do I need electrical grounding for the device HomePlugAV Smartlink does not require electrical grounding After a blackout will HomePlugAV Smartlink switch on automatically Yes If you experience connection issues unplug the device and plug it back Page 43 of 45 User Manual What will happen if 1 connect two HomePlugAV Smartlinks to the same router This will cause collision and slow down the network traffic To prevent collision you need to assign different Private Network Names on each HomePlugAV Smartlink FCC Statement This equipment has been tested and complies with the specifications for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used according to the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which is found by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of
23. one end of the Ethernet cable to your other Ethernet device and then connect the other end to HomePlugAV Smartlink 4 Connect the HomePlugAV Smartlink to a wall socket Page 27 of 45 User Manual For Single Pack A HomePlugAV Smartlink from a single pack uses a random Private Network Name that prevents it from communicating with other HomePlugAV Smartlinks To add it into an existing network you need to use either the Simple Connect button or the HomePlugAV Smartlink Utility software to change the random Private Network Name to the Private Network Name being used by the existing HomePlugAV Smartlink network To add a HomePlugAV Smartlink to an existing network 1 Plug one end of the Ethernet cable to your Ethernet device and then connect the other end to HomePlugAV Smartlink 2 Connect the HomePlugAV Smartlink to a wall socket 3 Add the new HomePlugAV Smartlink by using either Simple Connect or the HomePlugAV Smartlink Utility software To use Simple Connect please refer to loining an Existing HomePlugAV Smartlink Network To use HomePlugAV Smartlink Utility please refer to Private Network Name Page 28 of 45 User Manual About HomePlugAV Smartlink Utility HomePlugAV Smartlink Utility is a software application that allows you to configure HomePlugAV Smartlink It is mainly used for changing the Private Network Name detecting other HomePlugAV Smartlink s in the network and measuring the throughput of devices In
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25. stallation is straightforward and the user interface is easy to use Note To use HomePlugAV Smartlink Utility you need a computer using a Windows operating system with the NET Framework installed If you do not have NET installed the HomePlugAV Smartlink installer will installer it for you Requirements Your computer must meet the following requirements Windows 32 and 64 bit or Vista 32 and 64 bit 300 MHz Processor 128 Mb of RAM Framework Windows Installer 3 1 for Windows 32 and 64 bit Network Interface Card CD ROM 128 Mb of free hard disk space Page 29 of 45 User Manual Installation To install HomePlugAV Smartlink Utility 1 Insert the Resource CD that comes with HomePlugAV Smartlink into the CD ROM drive 2 Click the Start button and then click Run 3 In the Run dialog box type D Setup exe where D is your CD ROM drive and then click OK 4 Follow the instructions on the installation wizard Two applications will be installed in your computer HomePlugAV Smartlink Utility will be installed first followed by NET Framework The installer detects any version of NET Framework in your computer If NET Framework is not installed a dialog box opens to ask if you would like to install NET Framework Click Yes The NET Framework will not be installed if the required version is already in your computer Operating System NET Framework version to be in
26. stalled XP Vista Windows 7 32 bit NET Framework 3 5 SP 1 32 bit XP Vista Windows 7 64 bit NET Framework 3 5 SP 1 64 bit Page 30 of 45 User Manual Opening HomePlugAV Smartlink Utility Two ways to open HomePlugAV Smartlink Utility Right click the HomePlugAV Smartlink Utility desktop shortcut and then select Open lick the Start button click Programs click HomePlugAV Smartlink click HomePlugAV Smartlink Ethernet Adapter and then click HomePlugAV Smartlink Utility The User Interface The HomePlugAV Smartlink Utility user interface is divided into tabs These tabs include Home Private Network Name Quality of Service Devices Firmware Upgrade Page 31 of 45 User Manual Home Home provides a list of all the possible tasks you can perform in the HomePlugAV Smartlink Utility To start a task you first need to select the network card connected to your HomePlugAV Smartlink This is most helpful when you have more than one network card in your computer When you select a network card the MAC Address of the HomePlugAV Smartlink connected to your computer appears If there is no HomePlugAV Smartlink connected to your computer no MAC address will appear After selecting the network card there are four possible tasks you can perform These tasks include e Change the Private Network Name e Change the QoS settings e View devices in the network e Upgrade the firmware When you select any task you
27. the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment or devices Connect the equipment to an outlet other than the receiver s Consult a dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for assistance European Regulations The product has been designed tested and manufactured according to the European R amp TTE directive 1999 5 EC 1313 0 Page 44 of 45 User Manual Safety Warnings For your safety be sure to read and follow all warning notices and instructions Do not open the device Opening or removing the device cover can expose you to dangerous high voltage points or other risks Only qualified service personnel can service the device Please contact your vendor for further information Do not use your device during a thunderstorm There may be a risk of electric shock brought about by lightning Do not expose your device to dust or corrosive liquids Do not use this product near water sources Make sure to connect the cables to the correct ports Do not obstruct the ventilation slots on the device Page 45 of 45
28. will be forwarded to the tab for the selected task Home Select a network cerd oefore performing any task Skip this step if you only have network card The Device MAC Address will be displayed automatically If a device is not detectec with your network card 20 0 00 00 00 00 will appear Private Network Name 1 Select a Network Card Network Gard Realtex PCle GDC amily Controller Quality of Service Device MAC Address 00 00 00 00 00 00 2 Sclecta lask Devices gt gt gt change che Private Network Name gt gt gt she settings gt gt gt View devices the network Firmware Upgrade Page 32 of 45 User Manual Private Network Name Private Network Name provides the function to manually change the Private Network Name of local and remote HomePlugAV Smartlinks A Private Network Name is a string of 8 to 64 characters enables HomePlugAV Smartlink devices to communicate with each other If you intend to create multiple networks you can assign different Private Network Names among your devices You have to however make sure that at least two HomePlugAV Smartlinks have a similar Private Network Name A HomePlugAV Smartlink that uses a unique or random Private Network Name will not be able to communicate with other devices Private Network Name To change the Private Network Name of a local homeplug device input the Private Network Name and then click Apply For re

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