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HL108E HomePlug AV.
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Easy Start Guide About the Pr oduct HomePlug AV is a device that utilizes the existing electrical wiring in the house as a path to create a secured network of computers and Ethernet devices. HomePlug AV is ready t o use out of the box and it does not require a device driver to work.
Easy Start Guide Device Design HomePlug AV has three LED indica tors and an Ethernet port. Label Status Description/ Function PWR On/Off Power is on/off. On/Off Another HomePlug is detected/not detected. PL-ACT Flashes PL-ACT flashes whenever ther e is data transmissi on within the network.
Easy Start Guide Ge tting S tarted Setting up the device is easy. The flowchart be low provides an outl ine of the steps you need to go through. Some steps are required while some are opti onal. There are brief descriptions beside each step to help you along.
Easy Start Guide Planning your Network Here are ideas on how you can use HomePlug AV. Local Network Share ultra fast Internet connection with a ny computer wherever it is in the house. Gaming Network Connect your gaming console into the Internet and compete with other online pl ayers.
Easy Start Guide Entertainment Network Experience the distin ction of viewing and listenin g to media files using your entertainment system. Media Network Realize your high-tech lifestyle by convergin g your IP devices into a single network.
Easy Start Guide Remove/Disable Conflicts You may need to check the TCP/ IP and Internet propertie s to make sure there are n o conflicts with the way devices in the network are identified. TCP/IP HomePlug AV’s IP Address should be obtained automatically.
Easy Start Guide Internet Properties To set the Internet Properties: 1. Select Start > Run. This opens the Run dialog box. 2. Enter control inetcpl.cpl and then cl ick OK. This opens the Internet Properties dialog box. 3. Click Connections tab. 4. In the Dial-up and Virtual Private Netwo rk settings pane, select Never dial a connection.
Easy Start Guide About HL108E HomePlug A V Utility HL108E HomePlug AV Utility is a software application that allows you to configure HomePlug AV. It is mainly used for changin g the Private Network Name and detecting other HomePlug AV’s in the network.
Easy Start Guide Installation To install HL108E HomePlug AV Utility: 1. Insert the Resource CD that comes with HomePlug AV into the CD-ROM drive. 2. If the installer does not launch automatically, select St art > Run, enter D:Setup.exe (where D: is your CD -ROM drive), and then click OK.
Easy Start Guide HL108E HomePlug AV Utility User Interface The HL108E HomePlug AV Utility user interface is divided into tabs. These tabs include: Home Private Network Name Quality of Service Devices Firmware Upgrade Home Home provides a list of all the possible task s you can perform in this Utility.
Easy Start Guide Private Network Name Private Network Name provides the function to change the Private Network Name of local and remote HomePlug AVs. A Privat e Network Name acts as an authentication mechanism against network eave sdroppers. By default, the Private Network Name is HomePlugAV.
Easy Start Guide Local Private Network Name Local Private Network Name refers to the Priv ate Network Name of the HomePlug AV, which is directly connected to the computer ru nning HL108E HomePlug AV Utility. To change the local Private Network Name: 1.
Easy Start Guide Quality of Service Quality of Service gives you th e capability to prioritize par ticular applications within your network. QoS is not enabled by default. QoS Modes: • Online Game/Internet mode prior itizes data streaming. • Audio or Video prioritizes multimedia streaming.
Easy Start Guide Devices Devices displays information about H omePlug AV’s detected in the network. Devices Devices displays the following parameters: TEI Refers to the Terminal Equipment Identifier.
Easy Start Guide Firmware Upgrade Use Firmware Upgrade to upgrade the firmware. Firmware Upgrade To upgrade the firmware of a HomePlug AV : 1. Open HL108E HomePlug AV Utility. 2. Click Firmware Upgrade. 3. Click Browse to select the location of the upgrade file.
Easy Start Guide R egulat ory C omplianc e No tic es FCC Statement This equipment has been tested and complies with th e specifications for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Ru les. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interferen ce in a residential installation.
Easy Start Guide Safety Warnings For your safety, be sure to read and follow all warning n otices and instructions. Do not open the device. Op ening or removing the devic e cover can expose you to dangerous high voltage poin ts or other risks. Only qual ified service personnel can service the device.
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