IOGear GHPB42 User's Manual
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1. Congratulations you have completed configuring this computer After setting up networks on all your computers on the network you will be able to use your HomePlug network to share files printers and Internet connections o Networking Basics Topic 2 Checking IP ad dresses in Windows XP 2000 Go to Start gt Programs gt Accessories gt Command Prompt Networking Basics 1 Type ipconfig at the prompt then press Enter You will see the IP address of this computer BEE Microsoft Windows lt C gt Copyright 1985 2001 Microsoft Corp D Document d Settin Product Man gt ipconf ig Windows IP Configuration Ethernet adapter Local Area Connection tion ecific DNS Suffix iogears 192 168 7 255 168 Documents and ings Product Manager Networking Basics Topic 3 Assigning a Static IP Address i Local Area Connection Properties Note If you use DHCP capable gateway router you Generel jiutieniezionii vsterii don t need to assign anv static IP addresses because Connect using the gateway router will automatically assign IP ad E9 Intel 8255s based PCI Ethemet Adapter 10 100 dresses to the computers on the network PREE This connection uses the following items Go to Start gt Settings gt Control Panel gt Network Ivi BI Clent for Microsoft Networks Connections gt Local Area Connection M B File and Printer Sharing for Microsoft Networks Z E 005 Packet Scheduler2. HomePlug to Ether User Manual GHPB42W6 Thank you for purchasing one of the most user friendly networking devices on the market IOGEAR s HomePlug to Ethernet Bridges and the Homeplug Networking Kit are first class networking devices designed to network your computers at home or in your small office This device allows you to set up your home network via the most pervasive medium in your house the home power lines It is easy to set up and it doesn t require any additional wiring in the house To better serve you IOGEAR offers an array of additional USB 2 0 USB 1 1 FireWire KVM and other peripheral products For more information or to purchase additional IOGEAR products visit us at www IOGEAR com We hope you enjoy using your IOGEAR HomePlug to Ethernet Bridge another first rate connectivity solution from IOGEAR 2007 IOGEAR All Rights Reserved PKG M0406 IOGEAR the IOGEAR logo MiniView VSE are trademarks or registered trademarks of IOGEAR Inc Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Inc Macintosh G3 G4 and iMac are registered trademarks of Apple Computer Inc IOGEAR makes no warranty of any kind with regards to the information presented in this document All information furnished here is for informational purposes only and is subject to change without notice IOGEAR Inc assumes no responsibility for any inaccu
3. Printers and other Hardware File Edit View Favorites Tools Help O f 2 B Address J Control Panel E i qun m 5 Name a 16 Java Plug in 1 4 0 B E Control Panel Qe Switch to Category View Networking Basics 2 Click on Add a printer T pe x 0 0 8 P e m ay Printers and Faxes it View Favorites Tools Help S HP DeskJet 955C gt Set up faxing See Also 2 Troubleshoot printing Get help with printing Other Places B Control Panel A Scanners and Cameras E My Documents B My Pictures S My Computer Networking Basics 3 Select the network printer option and click Next Add Printer Wizard Local or Network Printer The wizard needs to know which type of printer to set up Select the option that describes the printer you want to use O Local printer attached to this computer v Automatically detect and install my Plug and Play printer CO network ule 2 To set up a network printer that is not attached to a print server use the Local printer option Ce Jess Networking Basics 4 Find the printer you would hog like to share and click Next Specify a Printer If you don t know the name or address of the printer you can search for a printer that meets pour needs What printer do you want to connect to Browse for a printer Connect to this printer or to browse for a print
4. 5 Once a disk or folder is shared the icon will show it via the holding hand My Documents Properties General Sharing Security folder Do not share this folder Share this folder You can share this folder with other users on your network To enable sharing for this folder click Share this Share name My Documents Comment User limit Maximum alowed O Allow this number of users To set permissions for users who access this folder over the network click Permissions To configure settings for offline access click Caching x Caching New Share OK Cancel Apply Networking Basics Topic 5 Share Printers MITI File Edit View Favorites Tools Help You may now share any installed print ATA GE ers connected to this computer with a As other computers on your network Printer Tasks B Adda printer 1 Using the computer that has the E See what s printing printer alreadv connected to it go to Start gt Control Panel gt Printers and Faxes Click on the printer you want to share with others on the network and select Share this printer Goto manufacturer s Web site Status Ready Documents 1 4 Networking Basics 2 In the following window click on Share this EPSON Stylus C60 Series Properties Printer and type in the share name you would like After this is done click on Ap
5. unit is still not shown on the network then the unit might be defective please contact technical support Otherwise if you view the unit working distance might be the only issue Powerline Configuration Utility 4 Press Enter Password button to put in the DEK Device Encryption Key found on the package or device Enter this key into the Password area Device 1 00 30 47 AA BB 20 Click OK Add all the DEK keys for each unit in your house ji TS 1 l The Password typically Note The DEK is unique for EACH HomePlug devices appears as a number and To use this you will need to input the DEK for each letter code in groups of four unit separated by dashes Set Device Password ie XK8Y GH25 BRTK LZSA It is found on the device or packaging Powerline Configuration Utility 5 After putting in the password click on Set Local Devices Only to ensure all data that is sent from this unit are encrypted using 56 bit data encryption standard and isolated from the other computer on the network Configuration Utility Man Pivacy Diagnostics About Use this screen to create a Private Network that provides you with extra security 1 Private Network Name OR Use Defaut Pubic Network Do not share the network name with others you do not want to be part of this newark A Alter setting the name above choose how it will be applied below Users may also use different network name for each HomePlug devi
6. 4 When does the problem occur 5 Can the problem be reproduced If so what are the steps necessary to reproduce the problem 6 What version of the OS are you using 7 Are you on a network If so what type of network is it 8 What have you already tried to get the problem resolved Function Computer Interface Data Rate Dimensions Depth Height Width Housing Case Humidity LEDs Link Act Powerline Network Interface Package Dimensions Depth Height Width Power Consumption Security Weight GHPB42W6 10 100 Base T 85 Mbps 1 1 2 75 Plastic 5 90 1 1 HomePlug Powerline 6 75 1 5 g 2 Watts 56 bit DES Encrvption 0 25 Lbs Specifications Limited Warranty IN NO EVENT SHALL THE DIRECT VENDOR S LIABILITY FOR DIRECT INDIRECT SPECIAL INCI DENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT DISK OR ITS DOCUMENTATION EXCEED THE PRICE PAID FOR THE PRODUCT The direct vendor makes no warranty or representation expressed implied or statutory with respect to the contents or use of this documentation and especially disclaims its quality performance merchant ability or fitness for any particular purpose The direct vendor also reserves the right to revise or update the device or documentation without obligation to notify any individual or entity of such revisions or updates For further inquiries please contact your direct vendor Radio amp TV Inte
7. GHPB42W6 to one computer ONLY and installing drivers onto the computer allowing it to set the device into Node Mode The advantage with Node Mode operation is there is no limitation to the number of nodes that can operate on a HomePlug network 5 Will HomePlug operate on different Circuit Breakers Yes Circuit breakers do not affect performance of HomePlug devices however the signal will not pass through the power transformers outside your house 6 Can Neighbors get my HomePlug signal It is possible for your immediate next door neighbor to receive residual signal from your HomePlug adapter Unlikely but possible To prevent your neighbors from hacking your network the best thing you can do is type a different encryption password into your device when setting the encryption password Note All devices must have the same password to be on one network If devices do not have the same encryption password they will not be able to communicate with each other e Frequently Asked Questions 7 What OS does the HomePlug utility software fully support Windows 98SE ME XP and 2000 Windows NT and Mac are only supported by the HomePlug Ethernet Bridge Without installing the HomePlug software with default operating mode as BRIDGE not NODE 8 What is the Range of HomePlug Approximately 990 feet 300 meters in wall power lines 9 How does 56bit DES compare with Wireless 802 11b 128bit WEP encryption 56bit DES is superior because
8. IOGEAR s HomePlug to Ethernet Bridge allows you to network your computers via your existing home power lines It offers a data transmission speed of up to 85 Mbps and reaches up to 990 feet through standard power lines Package contents For GHPB42W6 the kit 2 Homeplug to Ethernet bridge 2 CAT5 patch cable 6 feet 1 User manual 1 Utility Software CD 1 Warranty registration card Introduction Front View 1 Powerline LED lights up in green when other Homeplug devices are detected on the same powerline 2 Link ACT blinks when data is sent through the Homeplug connection 3 Ethernet port connecting to the Ethernet of the computer or the devices router wi fi access point gaming box etc Back View 4 Power connection connecting the power outlet GA 4 Installation There are several ways to network your computers using the HomePlug Bridge Before we get started please NOTE Do not place HomePlug devices under direct sunlight or near high heat emitting devices Do not place HomePlug devices near water or wet surfaces to avoid electric hazards Do not place HomePlug devices on any moving or unstable surfaces It is recommended that you plug the HomePlug devices directly into the wall outlets not to any power adapters surge protectors or any device that filters signals Hardware Installation 1 Remove the HomePlug Bridge the CAT5 cable and the installation CD from the package 2 Allocat
9. Right click on Local Area Connection then double click on Properties you will see a window similar Install Uninstall Cave to this Description Transmission Control Protocol Internet Protocol The default k iid network protocol that id ation Select Internet Protocol TCP IP and then click es Sea riot ec ee on Properties v Show icon in notification area when connected Networking Basics 1 At the following window select Use the following Asin Internet Protocol TCP IP Properties IP address and fill in the desired IP address iR G l and subnet mask it is recommended to use the e i i Yi jet IP settir igned automatically if lwork ts default subnet mask as shown in the following Med ents da aera trar reino apea window Subnet mask must be the same for all the appropriate IP settings the computers on the network CICERONE Use the following IP address If you need to enter DNS address you must ree Foner ee enter the address of the default gateway Subnet mask p55 255 255 0 Click on OK Default gateway 7 Obtain DNS server address automatically Use the following DNS server addresses Preferred DNS server Altemate DNS server 2 Click Close on the Local Area Connection Properties window You have completed static IP address assignment Networking Basics 4 Local Area Connection Properties General Authenti
10. Shared Documents GB Control Panel Properties Devices with Removable Storage v 9 Networking Basics 2 In the following window click to select Share this folder Then click on Permission My Documents Properties General Sharing Security You can share this folder with other users on your network To enable sharing for this folder click Share this folder Do not share this folder Gh My Documents Maximum allowed O Allow this number of users To set permissions for users who access this folder over the network click Permissions To configure seltings for offline access click Tecate siio CI Ce nm Networking Basics 3 Please note that by default all users defined on your XP Professional system will have full Permissions for My Documents permissions You can reduce the permissions Shae Remssine for example to allow only Read access and or Group or user names you could add a different group of users to have access permission but then you should delete the group Everyone from this list In the following Permission settings make sure you are giving the right permissions and then click OK to accept the settings Permissions for Everyone Full Control Change Read Networking Basics 4 Click OK on the original Sharing and Security window to conclude the process
11. Anode is any given device that resides or is connected onto an existing network A computer with a network card connected to a switch is a node The same thing applies to a Mac connected to a hub What is a bridge A bridge is used when connecting one side of the network with another network Previously connecting every computer together with the other network would mean having cables all over the place Instead a bridge was brought in to have 1 connection between the networks instead of 20 The bridge in the Home Plug terms functions like a concentration device that connects many computers onto the HomePlug network using 1 HomePlug device How do know if l require a node or a Bridge If you want to connect only one computer to the Power line network you need a node If you plan to con nect a group of computers currently not HomePlug ready to the Power line network you need a bridge The HomePlug USB adapter can only be used as a node The HomePlug Ethernet Bridge can be used as either anode or bridge It is designed as a bridge in default the only way to turn it off is to install the utility software that comes with the unit That will turn the bridge into a node e Network Configuration Can I use both in the same network Yes It is perfectly right to have both nodes and bridges on a network as long the maximum is not exceeded It is also fine to have USB nodes on the same network with Ethernet nodes How do I decide whether I ne
12. Cancel Networking Basics 8 When the configuration is done the following screen will come up Select one of the 4 options according to your needs In this example the last choice was selected Click Next Network Setup Wizard Z You need to run the Network Setup Wizard once on each of the computers on your network To run the wizard on computers that are not running Windows XP you can use the Windows XP CD or a Network Setup Disk What do you want to do O Greate a Network Setup Disk O Use the Network Setup Disk already have O Use my Windows XP CD O gust finish the wizard don t need io run the wizard on other computers eck Neer J cra Networking Basics 9 Then click Finish on this next window Network Setup Wizard Completing the Network Setup Wizard You have successfully set up this computer for home or small office networking For help with home er small office networking see the following topics in Help and Support Center ing the To see other computers on your network click Start and then click My Network Places To close this wizard click Finish lt Back Cancel Networking Basics 10 The new setting will take effect after you restart the computer Click Yes to restart the computer System Settings Change 9 You must restart your computer before the new settings will take effect Do you want to restart your computer now
13. network Network Setup Wizard Name your network by specifying a workgroup name below All computers on your network should have the same workgroup name Workgroup name HOMEOFFICE Examples HOME or OFFICE 5 Enter the Workgroup name as you wish and then click Next Very important All computers on your network should have the same Workgroup Networking Basics Network Setup Wizard Name your network Name your network by specifying a workgroup name below All computers on your network should have the same workgroup name Workgroup name HOMEOFFICE Examples HOME or OFFICE Networking Basics 6 Review the setting in the following screen and click Next to continue If you want to change any settings you need to click Back and start over again Network Setup Wizard Ready to apply network settings S The wizard will apply the following settings This process may take a few minutes to complete and cannot be interrupted Settings Internet connection settings Connecting through another device or computer Network settings Networking Basics 7 Please wait while the Network Setup Network Setup Wizard Wizard applies the changes and configures the computer Please wait while the wizard configures this computer for home or small office networking This process may take a few minutes 9 9 ti Bak Next gt
14. of its DES type Encryption Just because 802 11B uses 128bit WEP with more bits doesn t mean the encryption is better Also the IOGEAR HomePlug devices use hardware 56bit DES encryption With hardware encryption the signal is almost impossible to crack The hardware encryption process does not affect bandwidth and the encryption is enabled at all times Technical Support To help IOGEAR customers obtain the highest level of performance from their HomePlug devices the IOGEAR Service Support team is available to answer your technical ques tions Do not hesitate to call if you are having trouble getting your device to work correctly IOGEAR Service Support can be reached by phone from 9am to 5pm Pacific Standard Time Monday through Friday or at the following address Toll Free 866 9 IOGEAR USA Phone 949 453 8782 23 Hubble Irvine CA 92618 You may also reach us online at www iogear com support 24 hours a day Please be ready to give a brief description of the problem and what you were doing when the problem occurred before calling Service Support The Service Support representative will be able to serve you much quicker if you are prepared to answer the nine questions listed below Technical Support 1 What is the purchase date and serial number of the product 2 Were any messages displayed on the screen when the error occurred If so what was the exact wording of the message 3 What type of Computer are you using
15. Configuration Utilities Then restort your computer to complete the uninstall Powerline Configuration Utility il Double click the IOGear Powerline Utility icon to start A 18 the Powerline Configuration Utilitv The utilitv is used to pe configure the Homeplug unit J 3 9 a OR Powerline Configuration Utility 2 The Main tab shows the HomePlug units that are connected to the current computer and other devices on the network It will also tell Mac Address of each device It will refresh the window if you change devices and also will allow you to connect to different networks if multiple units are connected to your computer The connection quality will show in the Quality tab You will have to do troubleshooting if see a question mark at the Quality tab Main Privacy Diagnostics About Des TO T MAC Ades Connected on High Speed 00 3047 04 78 99 i wo speed 009047047898 lPowetineDewcesdelecled Network Type Public Scanning DeviceName Quali aon 85 00 0090 47A 8B 20 Note If you do not see ANY unit in the device status and there is a device connected to your computer try to unplug all devices and plug them back in Also make sure that the cable connecting your computer to the HomePlug device is the right type and working correctly If all of this seems to be correct and you still receive nothing in the Device window try rebooting your computer If the problem still persists please cont
16. act technical support OGErarz Pee EvinPomed ad Sem Close Cance e Powerline Configuration Utility 3 The Main tab shows all the other HomePlug Configuration Utility units on your powerline network It will Man Piivacy Diagnostics About represent them by MAC Address and will also show the available bandwidth to each unit Units farther away from the current computer might have a lower Data Rate since the distance is farther If you add or subtract units from your home network you might want to 0050470477 61 re Scan by clicking the Scan button This a 009047448820 will rescan the network and refresh with any changes Note Only units with the same Network Password will be shown please check that first to make sure they all have the same network password Case sensitive Powerline Configuration Utility Note If a Unit shows MAC Address of all 0 s this unit might not have a solid connection or might not connect at all If this is the case please contact technical support Note If there are units in your home that you do not see in this Network scan try to unplug all devices and plug them back in Only do this with the Units that you do not view in the network screen you don t have to do this with all units If the problem persists try to move the unit closer to this current unit adjacent plugs on the same wall socket is most preferable If the problem still persists and that
17. be used to link through a powerline two network devices such as gaming devices wireless access points and more This unit is compliant with HomePlug Powerline Specifications 1 0 offers up to 85 Mbps bandwidth and is less prone to interference Installation requires only that a 10 100Base T network adapter is installed on the computer By offering 56 bit DES encryption it is also much more secure than other home networking technologies such as wireless Ethernet Extend your WiFi network through existing powerlines e Network your gaming devices through powerlines to play games with a remote partner e No extra wires required to create a network simply use the most pervasive medium in your home powerlines Very easy and intuitive to install and set up HomePlug Powerline Specifications 1 0 compliant Up to 85 Mbps bandwidth Up to 990 feet 300 meters range through powerlines sufficient for most households Worldwide compatibility Low risk of interference by other RF sources 56 bit DES encryption assures data security Encryption done by hardware with no sacrifice to bandwidth Most reliable home networking technology System Requirements e Available AC power outlets in the room e Standard home power line wiring Computers with 10 100Base T adapters or 10 100Base T switch hub When used as a node Windows 98SE ME 2000 XP When used as a bridge any operating system OS transparent Introduction
18. cation Advanced Connect using BB Intel 8255x based PCI Ethemet Adapter 10 100 This connection uses the following items Configure vl JE QoS Packet Scheduler F Internet Protocol TCP IP ilie and Printer Sharing for Microsoft Networks Install Description network Show icon in notification area when connected Uninstall Properties Allows your computer to access resources on a Microsoft Close Cancel Networking Basics Topic 4 Sharing Disks Folders Once the network has been checked configured you can access other systems via My Network Places To allow other systems to access data on your disks in your folders you have to give permission to share your disks and or folders 1 Select the disk or the folder to be shared for example in My Computer and right click on the icon of the disk to get the Context popup menu select Sharing and Security It is recommended to share only folders instead of the disk drive to avoid any security related issues Networking Basics P My Computer Once you have selected the ETT qus ER folder to be shared right click to select sharing and Q OF Po B security System Tasks View system information TA Add or remove programs B Change a setting m aeris Create Shortcut c Rename g My Network Places E My Documents
19. ce attached to a computer Place On This Network After successfully changing the network name click on Set All Devices to activate this feature It will isolate each HomePlug unit from each other Only the device attached to this computer the Local Device lsolstes this computer hom others ALL devices whose Password has been entered They communicate together but are isolated hom devices with a diferent network namel Note Every unit on your home network MUST have the same Network Name for connectivity to be established throughout your home Powerline Configuration Utility 6 The Diagnostics tab will allow users to see 7 This screen displays the version number the devices that are currently available on of the utility Click Close to complete the the powerline network configuration Configuration Utility E Configuration Utility Main Privacy Diagnostics About Main l Privacy Diagnostics About Information n NIC 1 MAC 00 0 8003 C2 11 HomePlug Device t1 MAC 00 3047 04 7838 Q SUSHZE ANZ Network name HomePlug Vendor Giga Fast Firmware Version 1 6 INTS500CS MAC 1 6 1606 123 20060302 On NIC 2 MAC 00 90 4B 5A 8F 48 Configuration Utity Version 3102 Copyright 2006 IOGear Inc Al Rights Reserved AMBB2O not entered HomePlug Dec 11 01 44 0030 0030470A7761 not entered HomePlug Dec 1101 45 Network Configuration Networking Terms What is a node
20. e a space for the adapter s placement Make sure you avoid the places mentioned above 3 Plug one end of the CAT5 cable into the Ethernet port on the computer and the other end into the Ethernet port of the bridge 4 Plug the HomePlug bridge on the wall outlet Installation 5 There are several ways to see whether the Homeplug bridge is functioning One way is the observe the LED the Link ACT LED should start blinking after you plug the bridge in the wall outlet For most of the Windows machines as this Windows 2000 machine used to create this manual you should see a message being prompted on the tool bar Local Area Connection Speed XX Mbps Speed is determined by the Ethernet port speed of the computer Installation 6 You can also go to Control Panel select Network and Dial up and Connections Click the Local Area Connection icon BI Network and Dial up Connections Eie Edit View Favorites Tools Advanced Hep aback gt EJ Bech Cxrodes BIEB X a E Address BI Network and Disl up Connections cz ee LN Ac Em Network and Dial up connection Network Connections Local Area Connection Type LAN Connection Stetus Enabled Intel R 82559 Fast Ethernet LOM with Basic Alert on LAN Ine R 82559 Fast Ethernet LOM with Basic Alert on LAN E e Installation 7 You can see the network connection is already established At this point you can start communicati
21. e been completed all HomePlug connected computers will be able to ac cess the Internet Frequently Asked Questions Frequently Asked Questions Troubleshooting 1 Will HomePlug work in my house or apartment If the house or apartment was built under U S building standards using copper wiring then it will work 2 What types of security problems will be facing If your house is on the same power grid as your neighbor then there is a potential for a hacker to get in through your neighbor s house However this is easily remedied by activating the encryption key on the HomePlug device 3 Will HomePlug work with Mac There is currently no software that supports Macs However the HomePlug Ethernet Bridge will work with Mac when used as a bridge Also by installing Virtual PC software on a Mac you will be able to install the windows based software under Virtual PC and have this Mac communicate with other PCs on HomePlug network 4 What is the difference between bridge mode and node mode in the HomePlug Ethernet Bridge GHPB42W6 Bridge mode operates without software installation and can work with any 10 100Base T or 10Base T Ether net connections By connecting the bridge to a router switch or Ethernet based device XBOX PlayStation Web Tablet PocketPC Computer etc you will be able to make these devices bridge onto the HomePlug Frequently Asked Questions network Node mode operates by connecting the Ethernet bridge
22. ed a USB adapter or Ethernet bridge as a node It should be determined by the available connection on the computer that you plan to connect to the HomePlug network If the computer comes with a 10 100 Base T network card use the bridge if the computer comes with USB port use the USB adapter If the computer comes with both you can decide which one to use based upon your unique situation For Macintosh and other non Windows based computers the Ethernet Bridge is the only choice HomePlug Network Topologies There are various ways to connect your computers via HomePlug If all HomePlug units are used as nodes the topology is usually BUS If bridges are used to connect two networks together there maybe both BUS and STAR The following are several examples Network Configuration a Using the HomePlug Ethernet Bridge Node Mode Several HomePlug Bridges can be used CATS Cable CATS connection from computer to HomePlug Device Network Configuration b Using the HomePlug USB Adapter AND Ethernet Bridge Node Mode HomePlug to Ethernet Bridge GHPB42W6 HomePlug USB HomePlug to USB Adapter GHPUO1 GHPUO1 B connection from HomePlug CAT5 GHPB42W6 computer to HomePlug Device FI CATS connection from computer to HomePlug Device Network Configuration c Using the HomePlug Ethernet bridge to make a sub network HomePlug ready to communicate with the other HomePlug nodes Creating Sub Network using HomeP
23. er select this option and click Next Name Example server printer Connect to a printer on the Internet or on a home or office network URL Example http server printers myprinter printer Cae Je Networking Basics Decide if you would like to choose this printer as a default printer and click Next Default Printer Your computer will always send documents to the default printer unless you specify otherwise Add Printer Wizard Do you want to use this printer as the default printer lt Back Next gt Cancel Networking Basics You have now added the printer ND IERI to your computer click Finish Now you may use the Network Printer as if it was directly con nected to the computer Make sure that the computer which is Completing the Add Printer Q Wizard You have successfully completed the Add Printer Wizard You specified the following printer settings directly connected to the printer Name EPSON Stylus C60 Series is on Default No Location Comment To close this wizard click Finish Cancel Sharing Internet Access Topic 6 Sharing Internet Access So how can the Internet connection be shared among other computers on the HomePlug network Since neither the HomePlug Bridge nor USB Adapter are capable of routing at this time a router is neces sary in order to share an Internet connection Future versions of the HomePlug Br
24. idge or USB Adapter may feature built in routing capabilities The following items are required for successfully sharing the Internet connection One 1 Router One 1 HomePlug Bridge One 1 DSL Cable Modem Active ISP Service for the DSL Cable Modem CAT5 Cables Also all computers that share the Internet connection must be connected to a HomePlug to USB Adapter or a HomePlug Bridge Sharing Internet Access Please follow these steps for setting up Internet Sharing Setting up Internet Sharing WAN 4 3 2 1 LLIZZJ gj Router Sharing Internet Access a Make sure that the DSL Cable modem is connected to the Router using the WAN port on the router b Connect the HomePlug Bridge to the Router using the Uplink port on the router c Check the link light on the HomePlug Bridge It must light up green d Make sure that the computers that need access to the Internet via the HomePlug network are each connected to a HomePlug Adapter or a HomePlug Bridge and reside on the same power grid Sharing Internet Access Checking Router Settings Please make sure that the following settings on your router are set The setup windows will depend on the router manufacturer s software A The IP should be obtained automatically B DHCP must be enabled C Release DHCP and then Renew DHCP to reset the IP Addresses It is recom mended that you verify that IP Addresses are obtained Once all the above steps hav
25. lp you set up this computer to run on your network With a network you can Share an Intemet connection Set up Internet Connection Firewall Share files and folders Share a printer Networking Basics 2 Read and follow the instructions in the following window and then click Next Before you continue Network Setup Wizard Before you continue review the checklist Then complete the following steps Install the network cards modems and cables Tum on all computers printers and external modems Connect to the Internet When you click Next the wizard will search for a shared Internet connection on your network Networking Basics 3 In the following window select Network Setup Wizard among the 3 options which best describe this computer and then click Next If your computer connects to a broadband router gateway select the second Select a connection method Select the statement that best describes this computer O This computer connects directly to the Internet The other computers on my network connect to the Internet through this computer View an example This Computer connects to the Intemet through another computer on my network or through i Other Leam more about home or small office network configurations Networking Basics 4 Fill in the information in the following window as you desire and then click Next Name your
26. lug Solution OUTLET 10 100 Switch CATS Computers HomePlug Bridge ues Powerline Network Configuration d Using the HomePlug Ethernet bridge to extend the WiFi network and eliminate dead spots Network Configuration e Using Homeplug bridge to share Broadband Internet access through the whole house Network Configuration f Using the HomePlug Ethernet bridge to play game remotely Broadband Internet Networking Basics Prior to installing HomePlug you may have had some ideas about using your new network This section will help you get started on those ideas or even give you some new ones It will go through the process of sharing files printing from any computer on the network or accessing the Internet on multiple computers with one connection Please note that this section is just an outline of a few networking basics and not intended to be a comprehensive guide to networking Topic 1 Using Network Setup Wizard in Windows XP 2000 In the following section you will learn how to set up a network at a home or business using Microsoft Windows XP 2000 Go to My Computer gt Control Panel gt Network Connections Select Set up a home or small office network Networking Basics 1 Click Next in the window right for the Network Setup Wizard Network Setup Wizard Welcome to the Network Setup Wizard This wizard will he
27. ng with the other computers or devices on the powerline Please refer to Network Configuration section in how to set up networks for various purposes In order to add security and other utilities you will need to install the utility software Please refer to the following section for details Please notice that Homeplug bridge supports many other operating systems but the utility software is only designed for Windows based computers Installation of the utility software 1 Make sure that your HomePlug bridge ig IOGear Powerline Configuration Utility InstallShield Wizard is NOT CONNECTED TO THE COM PUTER before you install the driver Welcome to the InstallShield Wizard for IOGear Powerline Configuration Utility 2 Insert the installation CD If CD does not automatically load run CD Drive The InstallShield R Wizard will install IOGear Powerline Letter setup exe Configuration Utility on your computer To continue click Next 3 Click Next WARNING This program is protected by copyright law and international treaties Installation of the utility software 4 Enter a username and organization name and continue installation Username and Organization have no importance in device operation This window might look slightly dif ferent on other platforms Customer Information Please enter your information User Name Organization a Install this application for A
28. nyone who uses this computer all users O Only for me Testig Installshield ce Installation of the utility software 5 Click Next to continue i IOGear Powerline Configuration Utility InstallShield Wizard Destination Folder e Click Next to install to this Folder or click Change to Q IODOGEAF install to a different folder Install IOGear Powerline Configuration Utility to C Program FileslOGeari InstallShield Installation of the utility software Click Install to start the Installation Wizard i IOGear Powerline Configuration Utility InstallShield Wizard Ready to Install the Program e The wizard is ready to begin installation o MOGEAH IF you want to review or change any of your installation settings click Back Click Cancel to exit the wizard Current Settings Setup Type Destination Folder C Program Files lOGear User Information Name Testiq Company Installshield Installation of the utility software 7 The following window will be i IOGear Powerline Configuration Utility InstallShield Wizard prompted to indicate that the installation is successful InstallShield Wizard Completed Q rau E Arm The InstallShield Wizard has successfully installed IOGear Powerline Configuration Utility Click Finish to exit the wizard To uninstall the driver simply go to your Add Remove programs control panel and remove the IOGEAR Powerline
29. ply and then Ok MA a z TAO You can share this printer with other users on your network To enable sharing for this printer click Share this printer this printer Share name Epsorl Drivers If this printer is shared with users running different versions of Windows you may want to install additional drivers so that the users do not have to find the print driver when they connect to the shared printer Additional Drivers Networking Basics Now when you go to Printers and Faxes in the Control Panel you will see the sup Printers and Faxes File Edit View Favorites Tools Help porting hand underneath the Ou 0 5 printer which means that the FI printer is being shared in the Printer Tasks network B Add a printer E See what s printing E Select printing preferences gl Pause printing dB Share this printer Rename this printer X Delete this printer amp Set printer properties See Also Go to manufacturer s Web site Networking Basics For a computer to access a Network Printer the device driver or software for that printer must be installed and pointed to the proper location of the printer This is done similarly to the way you installed the printer on the computer it is con nected to 1 Go to a computer that is not connected to the printer and select Start from the Task Bar Control Pan el then
30. racies or errors that may appear in this document Table of Contents A ole qa L E 3 iQ i EN ni a PET TA 5 i e M 6 s llinc di 7 ali fore U Lei To RETE ETE TIE St E IL 8 INSTAN ATION ccce cocti iita bee aE envers ote rod aE ada nara Seer eewesatebi aes 10 Installation of the utility software ss ss semen nn nanna nn nn anna artna nn 14 Powerline Configuration Utilitv eee eens nnns 19 Network ConfiQuration 2 2 sissa a a haj 26 Networkin BASICS c 2 0 sccsscccccdsesscceatssonsassttennsesseadisscenadnssdsacssdadgnsecn astniecnatpaceaas iseesbceosteesesaipacaced 34 Sharing Internet ACCESS eisirean onara inten AGE a La DORT Kl KU BORA YL v HL ea D 64 Frequently Asked Questions nennen rennen 68 Technical Supports m P 71 ijor eli e i EM R 73 Limited Warranty retreat terrier chere bazi etre ada det enn 74 Radio amp TV Interference Stalemate iai ieii aiaia ieii ati 75 IOGEAR s HomePlug Ethernet Bridge allows you to network your home computers through the most pervasive medium in your house the electric power lines and share Broadband Internet connections printers transfer files play games and more This unit can be used to HomePlug enable one computer with a 10 100Base T adapter or to make a group of computers HomePlug ready through either a network switch or router It can also
31. rference Statement WARNING This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual may cause interference to radio communications This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B computing device pursuant to Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC Rules which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference when operated in a commercial environment Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause interference in which case the user at his own expense will be required to take whatever measures may be required to correct the interference U 9 IUJMZE ZAFZ 23 Hubble Irvine CA 92618 P
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