ZyXEL Communications 100 Network Card User Manual
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1. Create Shortcut Change settings of this connection 4 Select Internet Protocol TCP IP under the General tab in Win XP and then click Properties Figure 22 Windows XP Local Area Connection Properties J Local Area Connection Properties Ix General Authentication Advanced Connect using Eg Accton EN12070 TX PCI Fast Ethernet Adapter Configure Thit connection uses the following tems El Client for Microsoft Networks im File and Printer Sharing for Microsoft Networks ininstall an Properties ie Description Transmission Control Protocol lnternet Protocol The default Wide area network protocol that provides communication across diverse interconnected networks Show icon in notification area when connected The Internet Protocol TCP IP Properties window opens the General tab in Windows XP e Ifyou have a dynamic IP address click Obtain an IP address automatically 46 Appendix B Setting up Your Computer s IP Address PL 100 User s Guide e Ifyou have a static IP address click Use the following IP Address and fill in the IP address Subnet mask and Default gateway fields e Click Advanced Figure 23 Windows XP Internet Protocol TCP IP Properties Internet Protocol TCP IP Properties General Alternate Configuration fou can get IF settings assigned automatically if your network supports this capability Othenvise you need to ask your network administrator for the approp2. e Do NOT store things on the device e Connect ONLY suitable accessories to the device 4 Safety Warnings PL 100 User s Guide ZyXEL Limited Warranty ZyXEL warrants to the original end user purchaser that this product is free from any defects in materials or workmanship for a period of up to two years from the date of purchase During the warranty period and upon proof of purchase should the product have indications of failure due to faulty workmanship and or materials ZyXEL will at its discretion repair or replace the defective products or components without charge for either parts or labor and to whatever extent it shall deem necessary to restore the product or components to proper operating condition Any replacement will consist of a new or re manufactured functionally equivalent product of equal value and will be solely at the discretion of ZyXEL This warranty shall not apply if the product is modified misused tampered with damaged by an act of God or subjected to abnormal working conditions Note Repair or replacement as provided under this warranty is the exclusive remedy of the purchaser This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties express or implied including any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular use or purpose ZyXEL shall in no event be held liable for indirect or consequential damages of any kind of character to the purchaser To obtain the services of this warranty con
3. Class B 3 Communications 3 Compliance FCC 3 Components 5 Condition 5 Configuration Utility 29 Connecting Cables 4 Connecting the PL 100 21 Consequential Damages 5 Contact Information 6 Contacting Customer Support 6 Copyright 2 Correcting Interference 3 Corrosive Liquids 4 Covers 4 Customer Information 26 Customer Support 6 D Dampness 4 Danger 4 Dealer 3 Default Logical Network 32 Defective 5 Delete 34 Denmark Contact Information 6 Destination 26 Device Name 30 Dimensions 39 Disclaimer 2 Discretion 5 DSL Modem 18 Dust 4 E Electric Shock 4 Electrical Pipes 4 Email Report 34 53 PL 100 User s Guide Encryption 39 Enter Password 30 Equal Value 5 Europe 4 Exposure 4 F Failure 5 FCC 3 39 Compliance 3 Rules Part 15 3 FCC Rules 3 Federal Communications Commission 3 Finland Contact Information 6 Fitness 5 France Contact Information 6 Frequency Band 39 Full duplex 18 Functionally Equivalent 5 G Game Console 21 Gas Pipes 4 Germany Contact Information 6 God act of 5 H Half duplex 18 Harmful Interference 3 High Voltage Points 4 HomePlug 1 0 18 HomePlug chipset manufacturer name 34 HomePlug Powerline Alliance 18 Host Network Name 34 Humidity 39 Indirect Damages 5 Installation Confirmation 28 54 Installing the PL 100 21 InstallShield Wizard 25 Insurance 5 Interference 3 Interference Correction Measures 3 Interference Statement 3 L La
4. Click Obtain DNS server address automatically if you do not know your DNS server IP address es e Ifyou know your DNS server IP address es click Use the following DNS server addresses and type them in the Preferred DNS server and Alternate DNS server fields If you have previously configured DNS servers click Advanced and then the DNS tab to order them 48 Appendix B Setting up Your Computer s IP Address PL 100 User s Guide Figure 25 Windows XP Internet Protocol TCP IP Properties Internet Protocol TCP IP Properties General Alternate Configuration fou can get IFP settings assigned automatically if your network supports this capability Othenwise you need to ask your network administrator for the appropriate IP settings Gei Obtain an IF address automatically O Use the following IP address Ce Obtain ONS server address automatically O Use the following DNS server addresses 8 Click OK to close the Internet Protocol TCP IP Properties window 9 Click Close OK in Windows 2000 NT to close the Local Area Connection Properties window 10 Close the Network Connections window Network and Dial up Connections in Windows 2000 NT 11Turn on your Prestige and restart your computer if prompted Verifying Settings 1 Click Start All Programs Accessories and then Command Prompt 2 In the Command Prompt window type ipconfig and then press ENTER You can also open Network Connections right click a
5. UNITED KINGDOM Eastern Road Bracknell sales zyxel co uk 44 0 1344 303034 ftp zyxel co uk Berkshire RG12 2XB United Kingdom UK a is the prefix number you enter to make an international telephone call Customer Support 7 PL 100 User s Guide 8 Customer Support PL 100 User s Guide Table of Contents KSE 2 Federal Communications Commission FCC Interference Statement 3 S a 4 ee KEE Eeer 5 customer SUPO EE 6 LEE e TE H RR le E 11 Rare 13 WH 15 Chapter 1 Getting to Know Your E Lu cisetttsrsrtmtimerrnsimemiraennterinienni 17 1 1 PL 100 PowerLine 85 Mbps Ethernet Adapter CUvernview 17 te EE EE inn EET EE 17 1a System Roguremenils tee 18 1 4 Applications for the PL 100 WEE 18 1 4 1 Broadband Internet Access via Cable or DSL Modem 18 1 4 2 Connect a Computer Printer or Game Device to a Network annannn00n 18 1 4 3 Share Files Printers and Other Devices 2 0 0 eee cece eceeececeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 19 Chapter 2 Ors alates Lace th PLATU een een re ey seen ee eee eee eee 21 2 1 Preparing to Install the PL 100 ET eeeewia ieee 21 ee SATII Me FLAU W 22 2 2 1 Connecting the PL 100 to Your Main Cable or DSL Modem 22 2 2 2 Connecting the PL 100 to a Computer EN 23 EEN eege 24 Chapter 3 Installing the PL 100 Software eccccecceceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeaeeeaneeeeeseeeeenseaneseanesenees 25 ln ETA UTD EE 25 Table of Contents 9 PL 100 User s Guide Chapter 4 Using t
6. a house all without the need for any new cabling The PL 100 supports up to an 85 Mbps data rate over common power lines while providing 56 bit DES Link Encryption for a safe and secure network Easy to install simply plug the PL 100 into an outlet and connect it to any broadband modem or router and then plug each PC home entertainment device gaming console or network ready printer into a power socket with another PL 100 1 2 Key Features Up to an 85 Mbps Data Rate Over Power Lines Power line communication PLC also called Broadband over Power Lines BPL or Power Line Telecoms PLT is a wireline technology that is able to use the current electricity networks for data and voice transmission The technology allows the transfer of voice and data by superimposing an analog signal over the standard 50 or 60 Hz alternating current AC 56 bit DES Link Encryption Data Encryption Standard DES is a widely used method of data encryption using a secret key DES applies a 56 bit key to each 64 bit block of data No New Wiring to Install The PL 100 works in any home with copper wiring used as for electrical lines Since some older houses built before 1950 might have older wiring then it may not work in these cases The PL 100 signal has no problem passing through circuit breakers but can t pass through power transformers which usually feed power to a house or groups of houses The PL 100 works with AC input of 100 240 V Chapt
7. list of manufacturers 4 Select TCP IP from the list of network protocols and then click OK 42 Appendix B Setting up Your Computers IP Address PL 100 User s Guide If you need Client for Microsoft Networks 1 Click Add 2 Select Client and then click Add 3 Select Microsoft from the list of manufacturers 4 Select Client for Microsoft Networks from the list of network clients and then click OK Restart your computer so the changes you made take effect Configuring 1 In the Network window Configuration tab select your network adapter s TCP IP entry and click Properties 2 Click the IP Address tab e If your IP address is dynamic select Obtain an IP address automatically e Ifyou have a static IP address select Specify an IP address and type your information into the IP Address and Subnet Mask fields Figure 17 Windows 95 98 Me TCP IP Properties IP Address TCP IP Properties ie 2 xi Bindings Advanced NetBIOS DAS Configuration Gateway WINS Configuration IP Address An F address can be automatically assigned to this computer IF pour network does not automatically assign IF addresses ask your network administrator for an address and then type it in the space below Specify an IF address Subnet klask Jh Detect connection to network media Cancel 3 Click the DNS Configuration tab e Ifyou do not know your DNS information select Disable DNS e Ifyou know your DNS informat
8. network connection click Status and then click the Support tab Appendix B Setting up Your Computer s IP Address 49 PL 100 User s Guide Macintosh OS 8 9 1 Click the Apple menu Control Panel and double click TCP IP to open the TCP IP 50 Control Panel About This computer amp Apple System Profiler Calculator Le Chooser PS Control Panels DL Favorites Key Caps Network Browser Lal Recent Applications gt oi Recent Documents gt rir Remote Access Status Scrapbook gm Sherlock 2 a Speakable Items d i Stickies Startup Disk Figure 26 Macintosh OS 8 9 Apple Menu E File Edit View Window Special Help ADSL Control and Status Appearance Apple Menu Options AppleTalk Colorsync Control Strip Date amp Time DialAssist Energy Saver Extensions Manager File Exchange File Sharing General Controls Internet Keyboard Keychain Access Launcher Location Manager Memory Modem Monitors Mouse Multiple Users Numbers QuickTime Settings Remote Access Software Update Sound TCP IP Tex USB Printer Sharing 2 Select Ethernet built in from the Connect via list Appendix B Setting up Your Computer s IP Address PL 100 User s Guide Figure 27 Macintosh OS 8 9 TCP IP E STEPS IP Comett wia Ethernet Setup Configure Using DHEF Server IF Address will be supplied by server Subnet mask l
9. of a manufacturer or printed for reference during a technical support Report Print call Devices no longer part of the network can be deleted using the Delete button Report 34 Chapter 4 Using the Configuration Utility PL 100 User s Guide 4 4 About Screen The About screen in the figure below shows the software version and provides access to the ZyXEL website Figure 15 About Screen PL 100 Configuration Utility Main Privacy Diagnostics About PL 100 Configuration Utility Yersion 1 0 0 0 Copyright 2005 usel Communications Corp All Rights Reserved http w zuel Com bey Released Sept 9 2005 Z Preferences Table 5 About Screen Choices LABEL DESCRIPTION http www zyxel com tw Clicking on this web address field will open a web browser and take you directly to the ZyXEL web site AutoScan This is used as the default Autoscan setting to find all HomePlug devices connected to the computer When checked the utility automatically scans every few seconds and updates the information to display When left blank the Configuration Utility only scans for devices when the Scan button on the Main utility screen is clicked Chapter 4 Using the Configuration Utility 39 PL 100 User s Guide 36 Chapter 4 Using the Configuration Utility PL 100 User s Guide CHAPTER 5 Troubleshooting This chapter covers potential problems and possible remedies After each problem description instructions are pro
10. you need to install and use TCP IP on your computer Windows 3 1 requires the purchase of a third party TCP IP application package TCP IP should already be installed on computers using Windows NT 2000 XP Macintosh OS 7 and later operating systems After the appropriate TCP IP components are installed configure the TCP IP settings in order to communicate with your network If you manually assign IP information instead of using dynamic assignment make sure that your computers have IP addresses that place them m the same subnet as the Prestige s LAN port Appendix B Setting up Your Computer s IP Address 41 PL 100 User s Guide Windows 95 98 Me Click Start Settings Control Panel and double click the Network icon to open the Network window Figure 16 Windows 95 98 Me Network Configuration Ss 2 om EtherLink 10 100 PO Ts NIC 3C9056 T Dial Up Adapter MUSE Fast Ethernet Adapter 7 TEPIP gt 3Com EtherLink 10 100 PEI Ts NIC BESSER Installing Components The Network window Configuration tab displays a list of installed components You need a network adapter the TCP IP protocol and Client for Microsoft Networks If you need the adapter 1 In the Network window click Add 2 Select Adapter and then click Add 3 Select the manufacturer and model of your network adapter and then click OK If you need TCP IP 1 In the Network window click Add 2 Select Protocol and then click Add 3 Select Microsoft from the
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12. Email Report Save Report Print Report Chapter 4 Using the Configuration Utility 33 PL 100 User s Guide Table 4 Diagnostics Screen Items LABEL DESCRIPTION Upper Panel This area shows technical data concerning software and hardware on the host computer used to communicate over HomePlug It includes the following Operating System Type or Version Host Network Name User Name MAC Address of all NICs network interface card Identify Versions of all Driver DLLs and Libraries used NDIS HomePlug chipset manufacturer name Turbo Only devices MAC Firmware Version Turbo Only devices Vendor Name Lower Panel This area contains a history of all remote devices seen on the computer over time Devices are shown here regardless of whether or not they are on the same logical network Devices that are active on the current logical network will show a transfer rate in the Rate column devices on other networks or devices that may no longer exist are shown with a in the Rate column The following remote device information is available from the diagnostics screen Adapter Alias Name Adapter MAC Address Adapter Password Adapter Last known rate Adapter Last Known Network HomePlug chipset manufacturer name Date device last scanned MAC Firmware Version Turbo Only Delete Email The diagnostics information displayed may be saved to a text file for later emailing to Report Save technical support
13. ON Product Name PL 100 PowerLine 85 Mbps Ethernet Adapter Power Input 100 240 VAC 50 60 Hz 0 05 A Dimensions 112 L mm x 106 D mm x 28 5 mm H Operating Temp 0 C 45 C Humidity 10 90 Noncondensing Frequency 4 3 MHz 20 9 MHz Band Cabling Type 1 x Powerline Power Cord 1 x LAN UTP Category 5 or Better Network Ports 1 x 10 100M BASE T Ethernet port with Auto MDI MDIX 1 x 85 Mbps PowerLine port compliant with 14M HomePlug V1 01 Power Line Supports up to 16 Tone Map PL devices communicating on a single network 1 PL Network device supports 16 remote Ethernet addresses Total support 64 Network 1 x RJ 45 10 100BASE T Ethernet Interface 1 x 2 PIN AC JACK Power Cable Encryption 56 bit DES Link Encryption with Key Management Certifications FCC CE Table 10 RJ 45 Connector Pin Assignments RJ 45 CONNECTOR PIN NO RJ 45 SIGNAL ASSIGNMENT RxD 12345678 RxD TxD Not connected Not connected TxD Not connected OO Ni O 0O A OIN gt Not connected Appendix A PL 100 Specifications 39 PL 100 User s Guide 40 Appendix A PL 100 Specifications PL 100 User s Guide APPENDIX B Setting up Your Computer s IP Address All computers must have a 10M or 100M Ethernet adapter card and TCP IP installed Windows 95 98 Me NT 2000 XP Macintosh OS 7 and later operating systems and all versions of UNIX LINUX include the software components
14. PL 100 PowerLine 85 Mbps Ethernet Adapter User s Guide Version 1 00 9 2005 ZyXEL PL 100 User s Guide Copyright Copyright 2005 by ZyXEL Communications Corporation The contents of this publication may not be reproduced in any part or as a whole transcribed stored in a retrieval system translated into any language or transmitted in any form or by any means electronic mechanical magnetic optical chemical photocopying manual or otherwise without the prior written permission of ZyXEL Communications Corporation Published by ZyXEL Communications Corporation All rights reserved Disclaimer ZyXEL does not assume any liability arising out of the application or use of any products or software described herein Neither does it convey any license under its patent rights nor the patent rights of others ZyXEL further reserves the right to make changes in any products described herein without notice This publication is subject to change without notice Trademarks ZyNOS ZyXEL Network Operating System is a registered trademark of ZyXEL Communications Inc Other trademarks mentioned in this publication are used for identification purposes only and may be properties of their respective owners 2 Copyright PL 100 User s Guide Federal Communications Commission FCC Interference Statement This device complies with Part 15 of FCC rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions e This devi
15. ar your computer 4 Confirm that the PWR LINK and ETHN LEDs on the PL 100 are on Figure 1 Connecting the PL 100 to a Broadband Modem PL 100 22 Chapter 2 Connecting the PL 100 PL 100 User s Guide 2 2 2 Connecting the PL 100 to a Computer For all the computers you wish to be networked they must each be connected properly to a PL 100 Ethernet adapter The figure below shows how to connect the PL 100 to each computer Follow the steps below to connect the PL 100 to your computer 1 Connect an Ethernet cable to the port on the PL 100 2 Connect the other end of this Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port of your computer 3 Plug the PL 100 into a wall socket that is near your computer 4 Confirm that the PWR LINK and ETHN LEDs on the PL 100 are on Figure 2 Connecting the PL 100 to a Computer i Chapter 2 Connecting the PL 100 23 PL 100 User s Guide 2 2 5 LED Status The LEDs of the PL 100 show the current connection status Figure 3 PL 100 Top View With LED Lights Re ow dese PowerLine Ethernet Adapter LINK Weg wmd Table 1 LED Status of the PL 100 After Connection LABEL STATUS DESCRIPTION PWR ON The PL 100 is on and receiving power OFF The PL 100 i
16. ary of networking terms and additional support documentation User Guide Feedback Help us help you E mail all User Guide related comments questions or suggestions for improvement to techwriters zyxel com tw or send regular mail to The Technical Writing Team ZyXEL Communications Corp 6 Innovation Road I Science Based Industrial Park Hsinchu 300 Taiwan Thank you Syntax Conventions e Enter means for you to type one or more characters Select or Choose means for you to use one predefined choices e Mouse action sequences are denoted using a comma For example In Windows click Start Settings and then Control Panel means first click the Start button then point your mouse pointer to Settings and then click Control Panel e e g is a Shorthand for for instance and 1 e means that is or in other words Preface 15 PL 100 User s Guide 16 Preface PL 100 User s Guide CHAPTER 1 Getting to Know Your PL 100 This chapter introduces the main features and applications of the PL 100 1 1 PL 100 PowerLine 85 Mbps Ethernet Adapter Overview Thank you for purchasing the The PL 100 PowerLine 85 Mbps Ethernet Adapter transforms a house s existing electrical wiring into a powerful networking infrastructure The PL 100 plugs into an ordinary outlet to easily extend a cable or DSL broadband connection or existing Ethernet LAN network to any other electrical outlet in any room of
17. bor 5 LED Status 24 LED status 24 Legal Rights 5 Liability 2 License 2 Lightning 4 Liquids Corrosive 4 MAC Address 30 MAC Firmware Version 34 Materials 5 MDI MDI X 18 Merchantability 5 Modifications 3 N Naming and Passwords 31 Network Interface 39 Network Password 32 Network Ports 39 New 5 NIC 30 North America 4 North America Contact Information 6 Norway Contact Information 6 O Only for Me 26 Index Opening 4 Operating Condition 5 Operating System Type Version 34 Operating Temp 39 Organization 26 Out dated Warranty 5 Outlet 3 P Parts 5 Password 30 Patent 2 Permission 2 Photocopying 2 Pipes 4 PL 100 Configuration Utility 29 PL 100 Specifications 39 PLC 17 PLT 17 Pool 4 Postage Prepaid 5 Power Cord 4 Power Input 39 Power Line Network 39 Preferences 35 Print Report 34 Privacy Screen 32 Private 30 Product Model 6 Product Page 3 Product Serial Number 6 Products 5 Proof of Purchase 5 Proper Operating Condition 5 Public 30 Purchase Proof of 5 Purchaser 5 Q Qualified Service Personnel 4 Quality 30 Index PL 100 User s Guide R Radio Communications 3 Radio Frequency Energy 3 Radio Interference 3 Radio Reception 3 Radio Technician 3 Rate 30 Read Me First 15 Receiving Antenna 3 Registered 2 Registered Trademark 2 Regular Mail 6 Related Documentation 15 Relocate 3 Re manufactured 5 Removing 4 Rename 30 Reorient 3 Repair 5 Replac
18. cable or DSL modem connection the PL 100 connects to your modem or router to extend your broadband connection to the other PL 100 units in your house The steps below will show how to setup the hardware install the required software and then use the PL 100 home networking functions If needed there is a Troubleshooting section included that will hopefully help you work through any issues you might encounter Section Chapter 5 on page 37 for help To summarize what you need to install the system let s do a quick summary e One PL 100 Ethernet adapter connected to each computer e A standard broadband modem e A standard router connected to broadband modem some units might have a combined Cable or DSL modem or router Chapter 2 Connecting the PL 100 21 PL 100 User s Guide 2 2 Connecting the PL 100 2 2 1 Connecting the PL 100 to Your Main Cable or DSL Modem In order to get the whole house networked you want to first make sure all the computers you wish to be networked are connected properly to a PL 100 adapter The figure below shows how to connect the PL 100 into your existing broadband connection via Ethernet switch Follow the steps below to connect the PL 100 to your broadband modem 1 Connect an Ethernet cable to the port on the PL 100 2 Connect the other end of this Ethernet cable to an available Ethernet LAN port of your router broadband modem or router device 3 Plug the PL 100 into a wall socket that is ne
19. ce may not cause harmful interference e This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operations This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a commercial environment This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio or TV technician for help Notice 1 Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 Cet appareil num rique de la classe B est conforme a la norme NMB 003 du Canada Certifications 1 G
20. e 5 Replacement 5 Reproduction 2 Restore 5 Return Material Authorization RMA Number 5 Returned Products 5 Returns 5 Rights 2 Rights Legal 5 Risk 4 Risks 4 RMA 5 S Safety Warnings 4 Save Report 34 Scan 30 Separation Between Equipment and Receiver 3 Serial Number 6 Service 4 5 Service Personnel 4 Set All Devices 32 35 Set Local Device 32 35 Set Password 30 Shipping 5 Shock Electric 4 55 PL 100 User s Guide Spain Contact Information 6 Supply Voltage 4 Support E mail 6 Supporting Disk 15 Sweden Contact Information 6 Swimming Pool 4 Syntax Conventions 15 T Tampering 5 Telephone 6 Television Interference 3 Television Reception 3 Thunderstorm 4 Top View 24 Trademark 2 Trademark Owners 2 Trademarks 2 Translation 2 Troubleshooting 37 Troubleshooting ETHN 37 Troubleshooting LINK 37 Troubleshooting PWR 37 Turbo 30 TV Technician 3 U Undesired Operations 3 User Name 26 34 Utility Main Window 30 V Value 5 Vendor 4 34 Ventilation Slots 4 Viewing Certifications 3 Voltage Supply 4 Voltage High 4 56 W Wall Mount 4 Warnings 4 Warranty 5 Warranty Information 6 Warranty Period 5 Water 4 Water Pipes 4 Web Configurator 21 Web Site 6 Wet Basement 4 Workmanship 5 Worldwide Contact Information 6 Written Permission 2 Z ZyNOS 2 ZyXEL Communications Corporation 2 ZyXEL Home Page 3 ZyXEL Limited Warranty Note 5 ZyXEL Network Operating System 2 Z
21. er 1 Getting to Know Your PL 100 17 PL 100 User s Guide LAN Port The 10 100 Mbps auto negotiating Ethernet LAN port allows the PL 100 to detect the speed of incoming transmissions and adjust appropriately without manual intervention It allows data transfer of either 10 Mbps or 100 Mbps in either half duplex or full duplex mode depending on your Ethernet network The port is also auto crossover MDI MDI X meaning it automatically adjusts to either a crossover or straight through Ethernet cable HomePlug V1 01 Compatible A coalition of manufacturers the HomePlug Powerline Alliance established the HomePlug 1 0 Standard which enables the establishment of an Ethernet class network over powerline channel 1 3 System Requirements e At least two available power outlets e Standard home power wiring e A computer with the following e CD ROM drive e IBM compatible running at 200 MHz or better e 64 MB of RAM e Ethernet network adapter e TCP IP installed 1 4 Applications for the PL 100 Here are some examples of what you can do with your PL 100 1 4 1 Broadband Internet Access via Cable or DSL Modem You can connect the PL 100 to cable modem DSL or wireless modem via an Ethernet switch or wireless port on the modem and extend this high speed connection to all other PL 100 devices in the house 1 4 2 Connect a Computer Printer or Game Device to a Network Besides a computer you can connect other devices to your PL 100 enabled ho
22. et the Password of the device required when creating a private network first select the device by clicking on its name in the lower panel and then click on the Enter Password button A dialog box will appear as shown below to type the password The selected device name is shown above the field for entering the password Click OK after entering the new password A confirmation box will appear if the password was entered correctly If a device is not found you will be notified and suggestions to resolve common problems will be presented Add Button This is used to add a remote device to your network that is not on the displayed list in the lower panel For example a device currently on another logical network See Figure 11 on page 31 can be added this way You are advised to locate the passwords for all devices you wish to manage and add them to the local logical network by clicking on the Add button A dialog box will appear as seen below The dialog box allows you to enter both a device name and the password Scan Button This is used to perform an immediate search of the HomePlug devices connected to the computer By default the utility automatically scans every few seconds and updates the display 30 Chapter 4 Using the Configuration Utility PL 100 User s Guide Figure 11 Add Device Add Device to Network Device Mame Password PASS WORD GOES HERE The Password typically appears as a number and letter code in gro
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24. ility double click the utility icon To do this click Start Programs and Zyxel Software and click on PL 100 Configuration Utility Figure 10 on page 29 below shows the main screen of the configuration utility 4 1 Configuration Utility Main Screen The Main screen essentially provides a list of all powerline devices logically connected to the computer where the utility is running Figure 10 PL 100 Configuration Utility Main PL 100 Configuration Utility Main Privacy Diagnostics About Local Devices on your computer Connected on High Speed 00 90 47 09 77 00 Z a High Speed 00 90 47 09 77 00 2 PL 100 Devices detected Network Type Public Autoscan On MAC Address 4B Device 1 TW2B 1PPI WTYE TI 82 83 00 90 47 0939 76 FB 48 Device 2 II 5 00 00 50 47 09 77 05 ZyXEL Rename Enter Password Add Scan Clase Eancel Chapter 4 Using the Configuration Utility 29 PL 100 User s Guide Table 2 Utility Main Window Descriptions LABEL DESCRIPTION Top Panel This shows all local HomePlug devices found connected to the computer s NIC Network Interface Card In most cases only one device will be seen In situations where there are more than one device connected such as a USB and also an Ethernet device you may click to select the one to manage through and then click the Connect button to its right The status area above the button indicates that your PC is connected to that same device Once con
25. in Ethernet ka M pppoe Y AppleTalk V Proxies 4 Configure Using DHCP r Domain Name Servers Optional IP Address 192 168 11 12 168 95 1 1 Provided by DHCP Server Subnet Mask 255 255 254 0 Router 192 168 10 11 Search Domains Optional DHCP Client ID Optional Example apple com earthlink net Ethernet Address 00 05 02 43 93 ff Lea SH ew Click the lock to prevent further changes bai 4 For statically assigned settings do the following e From the Configure box select Manually e Type your IP address in the IP Address box e Type your subnet mask in the Subnet mask box e Type the IP address of your Prestige in the Router address box 5 Click Apply Now and close the window 6 Turn on your Prestige and restart your computer if prompted Verifying Settings Check your TCP IP properties in the Network window 52 Appendix B Setting up Your Computer s IP Address Numerics 10 100 Mbps 18 110V AC 4 230V AC 4 56 bit DES 17 85 Mbps 17 A Abnormal Working Conditions 5 About Screen 35 AC 4 Accessories 4 Acts of God 5 Adapter Last Known Network 34 Adapter Last known rate 34 Add 30 Add Device 31 Airflow 4 Alias 34 Authority 3 auto negotiating 18 B Basement 4 BPL 17 Broadband over Power Lines 17 C Cables Connecting 4 Cabling Type 39 CE 39 Certifications 3 39 Changes or Modifications 3 Charge 5 Index PL 100 User s Guide Index Circuit 3
26. ion select Enable DNS and type the information in the fields below you may not need to fill them all in Appendix B Setting up Your Computer s IP Address 43 PL 100 User s Guide Figure 18 Windows 95 98 Me TCP IP Gees DNS Configuration TCP IP Properties x Bindings Advanced Nemos DNS Configuration Gateway WINS Configuration IF Address Host Doman DAS Server Search Arder PEE a SEU Doman suthi Search Order lt lt Kl og Remove Cancel 4 Click the Gateway tab e Ifyou do not know your gateway s IP address remove previously installed gateways e Ifyou have a gateway IP address type it in the New gateway field and click Add Click OK to save and close the TCP IP Properties window 6 Click OK to close the Network window Insert the Windows CD if prompted 7 Turn on your Prestige and restart your computer when prompted Verifying Settings 1 Click Start and then Run 2 In the Run window type winipcfg and then click OK to open the IP Configuration window 3 Select your network adapter You should see your computer s IP address subnet mask and default gateway 4400 Appendix B Setting up Your Computer s IP Address PL 100 User s Guide Windows 2000 NT XP The following example figures use the default Windows XP GUI theme 1 Click start Start in Windows 2000 NT Settings Control Panel Figure 19 Windows XP Start Menu EI Internet Exp
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28. lorer r 3 My Documents ke Outlook Express W Paint W Files and Settings Transfer W A My Recent Documents EN Command Prompt Acrobat Reader 4 0 G Tour Windows XP ca Windows Movie Maker Ka Printers and Faxes amp Help and Support All Programs gt ES Log CFF oJ Turn GFF Computer 1 untitled Paint 2 In the Control Panel double click Network Connections Network and Dial up Connections in Windows 2000 NT Figure 20 Windows XP Control Panel E Control Panel File Edit View Favorites Tools Help Back Ka Search Kes Folders Hab Address Control Panel Ji Control Panel N Network E Switch to Category View Connections See Also rs G Fonts ame Windows Update Controllers 3 Right click Local Area Connection and then click Properties Appendix B Setting up Your Computer s IP Address 45 PL 100 User s Guide Figure 21 Windows XP Control Panel Network Connections Properties Ss Network Connections File Edit View Favorites Tools Advanced Help QO E gt Ba JO Search Wey Folders Bee Address e Network Connections LAN or High Speed Internet Network Tasks x a ocal Area Connection a Create anew nabled connection Wf Standard DOT Fast Ethemet Adapte A Set up a home or small Disable office network Wi Disable this network device Status Repair Repair this connection Bridge Connections mij Rename this connection K3 view status of this connection
29. managing the local network and providing additional security All HomePlug devices are shipped using a default logical network network name which is normally HomePlug The Privacy dialog screen allows you to make the network private by changing the network name network password of devices You can always reset a HomePlug network to the universal one public by entering HomePlug as the network name or by clicking on the Use Default button Note Changing the network name to any other name other than HomePlug will show the network type on the main screen as Private Figure 13 Privacy Screen PL 100 Configuration Utility Main Privacy Diagnostics About Use this screen to create a Private Network that provides you with estra security Private Network Name Op Use Default Public Network Do not share the network name with others you do not want to be part of this network After setting the name above choose how it will be applied below Place On Thie Network Only the device attached to this computer the Local Device SE Isolates this computer from others ef Local Device Uny OR ALL devices whose Password has been entered They communicate together Gut are isolated from devices with Set All Devices a different network name Cancel Table 3 Privacy Screen Choices LABEL DESCRIPTION Set Local This is used to change the network name network password for the local device only Device Only Af
30. me LAN network A printer game device or a home entertainment system can be easily added to the system by connecting each to a PL 100 Each device only needs a standard ethernet connector 18 Chapter 1 Getting to Know Your PL 100 PL 100 User s Guide 1 4 3 Share Files Printers and Other Devices The benefit of any home network is of course to easily connect to high speed Internet but also to share and exchange content Easily share one printer with everyone in the house Send or receive videos or music anywhere in the house It is a great way to connect and is safer than a wireless connection Chapter 1 Getting to Know Your PL 100 19 PL 100 User s Guide 20 Chapter 1 Getting to Know Your PL 100 PL 100 User s Guide CHAPTER 2 Connecting the PL 100 This chapter describes how to connect the PL 100 to your broadband connection and computers 2 1 Preparing to Install the PL 100 The PL 100 PowerLine 85 Mbps Ethernet Adapter allows you to set up a high speed home network using your house s existing electrical wiring The PL 100 plugs into an ordinary outlet to easily extend a cable or DSL broadband connection or existing Ethernet LAN network to any other electrical outlet in any room of a house Basically you need to plug one PL 100 Ethernet adapter into a wall outlet for each computer or other Ethernet device like printer or game console you want to connect to your network You will also need one PL 100 to extend your
31. nected to the chosen local device the utility will automatically scan the power line periodically for any other HomePlug devices If no local HomePlug devices are discovered the status area above the connect button will indicate that accordingly that reports connectivity and scan status The following information is displayed for each of the devices discovered that appear in the lower panel Device Name This shows the default device name which may be re defined You may change the name by clicking on the name and editing in place or by using the rename button An icon is optionally shown with the name A distinction in icons is made between low Lower Panel This displays all the HomePlug devices discovered on the current logical network remote devices Displayed immediately above this panel is the number of remote devices found the type of logical network Public or Private and a message area speed and high speed devices HomePlug 1 0 and Turbo By default the icon is displayed with the name This allows you to rename a device This shows current password for device Quality This shows the quality of the High speed or Low speed device connection This shows the current transmission rate of selected device MAC Address This shows the device s MAC address Enter This column shows the supplied device password initially left blank You may enter Password the password by using the Set Password button explained below To s
32. o to www zyxel com 2 Select your product from the drop down list box on the ZyXEL home page to go to that product s page 3 Select the certification you wish to view from this page Federal Communications Commission FCC Interference Statement 3 PL 100 User s Guide Safety Warnings For your safety be sure to read and follow all warning notices and instructions e Do NOT open the device or unit Opening or removing covers 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 e Connect the power cord to the right supply voltage 110V AC in North America or 230V AC in Europe e Place connecting cables carefully so that no one will step on them or stumble over them Do NOT allow anything to rest on the power cord and do NOT locate the product where anyone can walk on the power cord e If you wall mount your device make sure that no electrical gas or water pipes will be damaged e Do NOT install nor use your device during a thunderstorm There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning e Do NOT expose your device to dampness dust or corrosive liquids e Do NOT use this product near water for example in a wet basement or near a swimming pool e Make sure to connect the cables to the correct ports e Do NOT obstruct the device ventilation slots as insufficient airflow may harm your device
33. onfiguration Utility on your computer To continue click Next WARNING This program is protected by copyright law and international treaties Chapter 3 Installing the PL 100 Software 25 PL 100 User s Guide 2 Enter your User Name and Organization optional For exclusive control by an individual click the Only for me radio button Click Next to continue Figure 5 Customer Information Input ie PL 100 Configuration Utility InstallShield Wizard Customer Information Please enter your information User Name fice Smith Organization perpen Install this application for D Anyone who uses this computer all users Only for me Joe Smith InstallShield 3 Click Next to install to the default folder or click Change to install to a different folder Figure 6 Install Destination Folder es PL 100 Configuration Utility InstallShield Wizard Destination Folder Click Next to install to this folder or click Change to install to a different folder Install PL 100 Configuration Utility to C Program Files Zyxel PL 100 Software InstallShield Cancel 26 Chapter 3 Installing the PL 100 Software PL 100 User s Guide 4 The installation wizard is ready to begin the installation Click Next to proceed or Cancel to exit the wizard Figure 7 Install Begin Screen DI E PL 100 Configuration Utility InstallShield Wizard Ready to Install the Program The wizard is ready to begin ins
34. riate IP settings Obtain an IP address automatically O Use the following IP address Ce Obtain ONS server address automatically O Use the following DNS server addresses 6 If you do not know your gateway s IP address remove any previously installed gateways in the IP Settings tab and click OK Do one or more of the following if you want to configure additional IP addresses e Inthe IP Settings tab in IP addresses click Add e In TCP IP Address type an IP address in IP address and a subnet mask in Subnet mask and then click Add e Repeat the above two steps for each IP address you want to add e Configure additional default gateways in the IP Settings tab by clicking Add in Default gateways e In TCP IP Gateway Address type the IP address of the default gateway in Gateway To manually configure a default metric the number of transmission hops clear the Automatic metric check box and type a metric in Metric e Click Add e Repeat the previous three steps for each default gateway you want to add e Click OK when finished Appendix B Setting up Your Computer s IP Address 47 PL 100 User s Guide Figure 24 Windows XP Advanced TCP IP Properties Advanced TCP IP Settings IP Settings DNS WINS Options IP addresses IF address Subnet mask DHCP Enabled Default gateways Gateway Metric Automatic metric 7 Inthe Internet Protocol TCP IP Properties window the General tab in Windows XP e
35. s not receiving power LINK ON The Powerline port detects another powerline device Flashing The Powerline port is transmitting OFF The Powerline port is not detecting another powerline device ETHN ON The Ethernet port is on and ready Flashing The Ethernet port is transmitting OFF Devices on the Ethernet port are not connected or not on Please refer to the troubleshooting guide for additional help if needed Section Chapter 5 on page 37 for help 24 Chapter 2 Connecting the PL 100 PL 100 User s Guide CHAPTER 3 Installing the PL 100 Software 3 1 Installation of the Utility Please verify that no other HomePlug or Encryption Management Utilities are installed before installing this product If other utilities are installed uninstall them and restart before installing this software To install the PL 100 Configuration Utility please follow the steps below 1 Insert the ZyXEL Windows OS Configuration Utility Setup utility CD ROM into the computer s CD ROM drive The Setup utility runs automatically Alternatively this can also be done manually by double clicking the setup exe file on the CD The CD will launch an installation utility similar to the one shown in Figure 4 Click Next to continue Figure 4 InstallShield Wizard Start Screen BI A ie PL 100 Configuration Utility InstallShield Wizard Welcome to the InstallShield Wizard for PL 100 Configuration Utility The InstallShield R Wizard will install PL 100 C
36. siaanenaredsiaseduans 30 Table 3 FVIVECY Screen GNOICOS EE 32 Table 4 Diagnostics Screen ItemMS oo ccc eee ee eee eee 34 Table 5 About Screen Choices the hs o b5 540 boss 0404540460505 0450s dO bese 35 We er er CR EE 37 Table 7 Troubleshooting LINKA LED ET 37 Table 8 Troubleshooting ETHN LED teen 37 A sicer enei EE a EE AE ENa 39 Table 10 RJ 45 Connector Pin Assignments ccccecceeeceeeeeeceeceeeceeeteeeseeceeeeueeaeeeueeseees 39 List of Tables 13 PL 100 User s Guide 14 List of Tables PL 100 User s Guide Preface Congratulations on your purchase of the PL 100 PowerLine 85 Mbps Ethernet Adapter Note Register your product online to receive e mail notices of firmware upgrades and information at www zyxel com for global products or at www us zyxel com for North American products Your PL 100 Ethernet Adapter is easy to install and configure About This User s Guide This manual is designed to guide you through the configuration of your PL 100 for its various applications Related Documentation e Supporting Disk Refer to the included CD for support documents e Quick Start Guide The Quick Start Guide is designed to help you get up and running right away It contains a detailed easy to follow connection diagram default settings handy checklists and information on setting up your network and configuring for Internet access e ZyXEL Glossary and Web Site Please refer to www zyxel com for an online gloss
37. t will be supplied by serwer Router address lt will be supplied by server gt Search comans Maree server addr lt will be supplied by server a 3 For dynamically assigned settings select Using DHCP Server from the Configure list 4 For statically assigned settings do the following e From the Configure box select Manually e Type your IP address in the IP Address box e Type your subnet mask in the Subnet mask box e Type the IP address of your Prestige in the Router address box Close the TCP IP Control Panel 6 Click Save if prompted to save changes to your configuration 7 Turn on your Prestige and restart your computer if prompted Verifying Settings Check your TCP IP properties in the TCP IP Control Panel window Macintosh OS X 1 Click the Apple menu and click System Preferences to open the System Preferences window Figure 28 Macintosh OS X Apple Menu E Grab File Edit Capt About This Mac x Software System Preferences JOCH Location 2 Click Network in the icon bar s Select Automatic from the Location list Appendix B Setting up Your Computere IP Address 51 PL 100 User s Guide e Select Built in Ethernet from the Show list e Click the TCP IP tab 3 For dynamically assigned settings select Using DHCP from the Configure list Figure 29 Macintosh OS X Network 6 Network e E e g Show All Displays Network Startup Disk Location Automatic Show Built
38. tact ZyXEL s Service Center for your Return Material Authorization number RMA Products must be returned Postage Prepaid It is recommended that the unit be insured when shipped Any returned products without proof of purchase or those with an out dated warranty will be repaired or replaced at the discretion of ZyXEL and the customer will be billed for parts and labor All repaired or replaced products will be shipped by ZyXEL to the corresponding return address Postage Paid This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights that vary from country to country ZyXEL Limited Warranty 5 PL 100 User s Guide Customer Support Please have the following information ready when you contact customer support e Product model and serial number e Warranty Information e Date that you received your device e Brief description of the problem and the steps you took to solve it METHOD SUPPORT E MAIL TELEPHONE WEB SITE REGULAR MAIL LOCATION SALES E MAIL FTP SITE support zyxel com tw 886 3 578 3942 www zyxel com ZyXEL Communications Corp CORPORATE www europe zyxel com 6 Innovation Road Il HEADQUARTERS Science Park WORLDWIDE sales zyxel com tw 886 3 578 2439 ftp zyxel com Hsinchu 300 ftp europe zyxel com Taiwan info cz zyxel com 420 241 091 350 www zyxel cz ZyXEL Communications Czech s r o CZECH REPUBLIC info cz zyxel com 420 241 091 359 Modransk 621 143 01 Praha 4 Modrany Ceska Repub
39. tallation F 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 Zyxel PL 100 Software User Information Name Joe Smith Company TnstallShield 9 The PL 100 Configuration Utility is being installed Please wait for installation to complete Figure 8 Install Process Screen oy PL 100 Configuration Utility InstallShield Wizard Installing PL 100 Configuration Utility The program features you selected are being installed Please wait while the InstallShield Wizard installs PL 100 Configuration Utility This may take several minutes Status InstallShield Chapter 3 Installing the PL 100 Software 27 PL 100 User s Guide 6 This is the screen to confirm the Installation Wizard has successfully installed the PL 100 Configuration Utility to your computer Click Finish to exit the wizard Figure 9 Installation Confirmation Screen is PL 100 Configuration Utility InstallShield Wizard InstallShield Wizard Completed The InstallShield Wizard has successfully installed PL 100 Configuration Utility Click Finish to exit the wizard ZyXEL 28 Chapter 3 Installing the PL 100 Software PL 100 User s Guide CHAPTER 4 Using the Configuration Utility After the hardware and software are installed successfully you can set up and adjust your network In order to run the configuration ut
40. ter doing this all the devices seen on the Main panel prior to this will no longer be able to communicate or respond to the computer as they will be on a different logical network Devices previously set up with the same logical network same network name will appear in the device list afterward selecting this option Set All This is used to change the logical network of all devices that appear on the Main panel Devices You must have entered the device s Password in order to set it to the new logical network A notification message will appear to report the success of this operation Chapter 4 Using the Configuration Utility PL 100 User s Guide 4 3 Diagnostics Screen The Diagnostics screen shows system information and a history of all devices seen The appearance is shown in the figure below Figure 14 Diagnostics Screen PL 100 Configuration Utility Main Privacy Diagnostics About System Information On NIC 1 MAC 00 11 2F 70 B7 7E HomePlug Device 1 MAC 00 90 47 0939 77 00 Network name HomePlug Yendo Product Firmware Version 1 5 INTS500CS MAC 1 5 5 53 20050712 RELEASE Reads 6776 862 EB Writes 2120 171 KE Drops Fails 0 Highest 0 00 Mbps Lowest 0 00 Mbps Remote Device History Log MAC Address Network Last Seen Device 1 UU 90 47 09 76 FB TWA B IPPI AWTYE 82 83 HomePlug Sep 24 11 24 Device 2 UU 90 47 09 77 05 not entered 85 00 HomePlug Sep 2411 24 E 4 Delete
41. ups of four separated by dashes ie RoYy GH2b BRIE LZSA4 tis found on the device or packaging Cancel A confirmation box will appear if the password was entered correctly and if the device was found If a device is not found you will be notified and suggestions to resolve common problems will be presented Note The device must be present on the power line plugged in in order for the password to be confirmed and added to the network If the device could not be located a warning message will be shown A typical screen after naming and supplying passwords might appear as below which is also the diagnostics screen Figure 12 Naming and Passwords PL 100 Configuration Utility Main Privacy Diagnostics About On NIC 1 MAC 00 11 2F 70 57 7E HomePlug Device 1 MAC 00 90 47 0939 77 00 Network name HomePlug Vendor Product Firmware Version 1 5 INTS500C05 MAC 1 5 5 53 20050712 RELEASE Reads 6776 062 KB Writes 2120 171 KB Drops 0 Fails 0 Highest 0 00 Mbps Lowest 0 00 Mbps Remote Device History Log MAC Address Last Seen Device 7 OO 90 47 09 GER TWeB IPPI AWIVE 92 03 HomePlug Sep 2d 11 24 Device 2 00 90 47 09 7 7 05 not entered 85 00 HomePlug Sep 2d 11 24 Delete Email Report Save Report Print Report Chapter 4 Using the Configuration Utility 31 PL 100 User s Guide 4 2 Privacy Screen 32 The Privacy dialog screen provides a means for
42. vided to help you diagnose and fix the problem 5 1 Using LEDs to Diagnose a Problem 5 1 1 PWR LED is Off Table 6 Troubleshooting PWR LED STEPS CORRECTIVE ACTION Make sure the PL 100 is properly connected to a power outlet Make sure the outlet is working by plugging another electric device into it If it is working plug in the PL 100 again If the PL 100 LED still does not light contact our technical support 5 1 2 LINK LED is Off Table 7 Troubleshooting LINK LED STEPS CORRECTIVE ACTION Use the PL 100 Configuration Utility to detect all other Homeplug devices on your power line network Try plugging a second Homeplug device into an adjacent socket to your PL 100 and see if the lights light up If you are still having a problem DE contact our technical support line 9 1 3 ETHN LED is Off Table 8 Troubleshooting ETHN LED CORRECTIVE ACTION Check that all Ethernet cables are securely connected at all ports and are the correct type Cat 5 or higher Check the Ethernet adapter on your computer and make sure it s enabled and working properly If the PL 100 is connected to an Ethernent switch or router make sure the device is working correctly and that the LAN network is working and configured correctly as well Chapter 5 Troubleshooting 37 PL 100 User s Guide 38 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting PL 100 User s Guide APPENDIX A PL 100 Specifications Table 9 Specifications ITEM DESCRIPTI
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