200 Mbps MegaPlug Ethernet Adapter Model #: HPE200AV User Manual Ver 1.
Table of Contents 1 Introduction 1 Package Contents Features System Requirements Getting to Know the Ethernet Adapter Technical Support 1 2 2 3 4 2 Connecting the MegaPlug Adapter 5 Connecting the Adapters Installing the Configuration Utility 5 6 3 Using the Configuration Utility 9 Encryption Key About 9 10 4 Troubleshooting 11 Troubleshooting Frequently Asked Questions 11 12 5 Setting Up Static IP Address 15 Windows Vista Windows XP Windows 2000 15 20 23 6 Setting Up File and Printer Sh
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1 Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Actiontec MegaPlug AV 200 Mpbs Ethernet Adapter. The MegaPlug Ethernet Adapter is one of the easiest ways to enjoy home or small business networking. It operates on the MegaPlug Powerline Specification AV standard, providing fast data transfer speeds over home AC wiring.
Actiontec MegaPlug AV 200 Mbps Ethernet Adapter User Manual Features s HomePlug Turbo compliant s 200 Mbps data rate (maximum) s 128-bit AES encryption s Two-pronged US power plug (fits ungrounded power outlets) s Power and Link indicators System Requirements s At least one available power outlet s Standard home power wiring s Computer with the following: · CD-ROM drive · IBM compatible running at 200 MHz or better · Windows 2000, or XP installed · 64 MB of RAM · Ethernet network adapter · T
Chapter 1 Introduction Getting to Know the Ethernet Adapter This section contains a quick description of the Adapter’s external features. Front Panel The Adapter’s front panel features 3 lights (LEDs): Power Light The Power light glows green when sychronized with another device. If the Power light is off, it can still be powered up. Link Light The Link light glows green when an Ethernet connection is detected. Ethernet Light The Ethernet light flickers when data is being transferred across the Adapter.
Actiontec MegaPlug AV 200 Mbps Ethernet Adapter User Manual Technical Support Actiontec Electronics prides itself on making durable, high-quality, high-performance products. If you need assistance, the Actiontec Technical Support Department is available all day every day to provide professional support. Actiontec Electronics, Inc. 760 N. Mary Avenue Sunnyvale, CA 94085 Technical Support Phone: (USA) 1-888-436-0657 E-mail: http://support.actiontec.com/email_support/support_form.php Internet: www.actiontec.
Connecting the MegaPlug Adapter 2 To connect the Adapter, it must be connected to a computer, plugged into a standard wall outlet, and the Configuration Utility loaded on the computer. Connecting the Adapters To use the Adapters properly, two Adapters should be plugged into electrical outlets, and devices (computers, printers, etc.) connected to them. Connecting an Adapter to a Computer 1. Get an Adapter and one Ethernet cable. 2.
Actiontec MegaPlug AV 200 Mbps Ethernet Adapter User Manual 5. Insert the other end of the Ethernet cable into an Ethernet port on a router/ gateway connected to a computer. Follow the instructions in the next section, “Installing the Configuration Utility.” Installing the Configuration Utility After connecting the Adapters, install the Configuration Utility: 1. Insert the Installation CD in the CD-ROM drive of the computer connected to an Adapter. 2. When the “Welcome” screen appears, click Next. 3.
Chapter 2 Connecting the MegaPlug Adapters 4. When this window appears, click Finish. 5. Repeat for other computers connected to an Adapter. If using a computer running Windows Vista, you may ☞ Note: have to click through a “User Account Control” window to install the program. The MegaPlug Adapters are now connected and ready to use, and the Configuration Utility is loaded on the computers.
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Using the Configuration Utility 3 Once the Adapters have been properly connected and installed, the user can further configure the Adapters using the Actiontec MegaPlug AV Configuration Utility. To access the Utility: 1. Click Start on the desktop, then Programs. 2. From the Programs menu, find “Actiontec MegaPlug AV ,” then select MegaPlug AV Configuration Utility. If you are running Windows Vista, instead of selecting ☞ Note: “MegaPlug AV Configuration Utility,” right-click on it.
Actiontec MegaPlug AV 200 Mbps Ethernet Adapter User Manual Enter an encryption key in the “Encryption Key” text box to provide security for your MegaPlug AV network. The key is similar to a password, can be made up of any combination of letters or numbers, from 4 to 8 characters long , and is not case sensitive. Once activated (by clicking Save Key), this key must be entered into any device’s network configuration to join the MegaPlug AV network.
Troubleshooting 4 This chapter contains a list of problems that may be encountered while using the MegaPlug Ethernet Adapter, and techniques to solve them. Note that these techniques may not be successful in all cases. Also included is a list of frequently asked questions. Troubleshooting If the Adapter is showing signs of trouble, before attempting any other troubleshooting procedures, plug the adapter into a working electrical wall socket.
Actiontec MegaPlug AV 200 Mbps Ethernet Adapter User Manual s Use the Adapter’s Configuration Utility to detect all other Adapters on the network. Then, plug the Adapters into adjacent sockets. If the Ethernet lights still don’t illuminate, contact technical support. The Power and Link lights are on, but I can’t access the router/gateway from the computer s Try plugging the Adapters in different power outlets, preferably closer together.
Chapter 4 Troubleshooting Does using the Adapter cause any interference with other home networking devices? No. The Adapter operates at a different frequency than other power line control devices and can co-exist with technologies such as X-10, CEBus, and LONworks. Can my neighbor receive the Adapter’s network signal? It is possible for a neighbor to receive the network signal. To prevent this, change the default 128-bit AES security encryption password on the Adapter (see chapter 3).
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5 Setting Up Static IP Address To communicate with a MegaPlug Ethernet Adapter from a computer on the network, the user may have to switch the IP address settings from DHCP-enabled to static IP, so that the computer and the Adapter are on the same subnet. To set up static IP on a computer, select the operating system and follow the instructions. The following procedures are based on the Adapter’s ☞ Note: factory default address.
Actiontec MegaPlug AV 200 Mbps Ethernet Adapter User Manual 3. When the “Control Panel” window appears, double-click Network and Internet. 4. The “Network and Internet” window appears. Click Network and Sharing Center.
Chapter 5 Setting Up Static IP Address 5. The “Network and Sharing Center” screen appears. From the menu on the left, click Manage network connections. 6. The “Network Connections” screen appears.. Double-click Local Area Connection.
Actiontec MegaPlug AV 200 Mbps Ethernet Adapter User Manual 7. The “Local Area Connection Properties” window appears. In the “This connection uses the following items” list box, double-click Internet Protocol (TCP/IP). 8. The “Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties” window appears.
Chapter 5 Setting Up Static IP Address 9. In the General tab, make sure the circle next to “Use the following IP Address” is selected. When active, a black dot appears in the circle. If the circle already contains a black dot, leave it alone. 10. Enter the following address in the “IP Address” text box: 192.168.1.2 Enter the periods in the address by pressing the space bar on the keyboard. 11. Enter the following address in the “Subnet mask” text box: 255.255.255.
Actiontec MegaPlug AV 200 Mbps Ethernet Adapter User Manual Windows XP 1. From the desktop, click Start button in the lower left corner. 2. From the menu that appears, select Control Panel. 3. When the “Control Panel” window appears, double-click Network Connections.
Chapter 5 Setting Up Static IP Address 4. In the “Network Connections” window, double-click Local Area Connection. A number may be displayed after the Local Area Connection. If more than one Local Area Connection is listed, locate the one that corresponds to the network card installed in your computer by finding the name of the network card in the “Device Name” column. 5. The “Local Area Connection Properties” window appears. Select General. 6.
Actiontec MegaPlug AV 200 Mbps Ethernet Adapter User Manual 7. The “Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties” window appears. 8. In the General tab, make sure the circle next to “Use the following IP Address” is selected. When active, a black dot appears in the circle. If the circle already contains a black dot, leave it alone. 9. Enter the following address in the “IP Address” text box: 192.168.1.2 Enter the periods in the address by pressing the space bar on the keyboard. 10.
Chapter 5 Setting Up Static IP Address Windows 2000 1. From the desktop, click on the Start button in the lower left corner. 2. From the menu that appears, select Settings. 3. Another menu appears. Select Control Panel.
Actiontec MegaPlug AV 200 Mbps Ethernet Adapter User Manual 4. When the “Control Panel” window appears, double-click Network and Dialup Connections. 5. In the “Network and Dial-up Connections” window, double-click Local Area Connection. A number may be displayed after the Local Area Connection. If there is more than one Local Area Connection listed, locate the one that corresponds to the network card installed in the computer by finding the name of the network card in the Device Name column.
Chapter 5 Setting Up Static IP Address 6. The “Local Area Connection Status” window appears. Select General, then click Properties. 7. The “Local Area Connection Properties” window appears. Click General. 8. In the “Components checked are used by this connection” list box, doubleclick Internet Protocol (TCP/IP).
Actiontec MegaPlug AV 200 Mbps Ethernet Adapter User Manual 9. The “Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties” window appears. 10. In the General tab, make sure the circle next to “Obtain an IP Address automatically” is selected. When active, a black dot appears in the circle. If the circle already contains a black dot, leave it alone. 11. Enter the following numbers in the “IP Address” text box: 192.168.1.2 Press the space bar on the keyboard to add the periods between the numbers. 12.
Setting Up File and Printer Sharing # 6 This chapter describes how to share files, hard drives, and printers over the MegaPlug network. File Sharing To share files, directories, or hard drives on the MegaPlug network, select the operating system running on the computer, then follow the instructions. Windows XP After installing and configuring the Adapter, Windows XP automatically enables file sharing. The only item that needs to be altered is workgroup settings.
Actiontec MegaPlug AV 200 Mbps Ethernet Adapter User Manual 3. Click Change. 4. When the “Computer Name Changes” window appears, enter a new computer name in the “Computer name” text box. 5. Enter a workgroup name in the “Workgroup” text book. 6. Click OK. 7. Restart the computer.
Chapter 6 Setting Up File and Printer Sharing Windows 2000 After installing and configuring the Adapter, Windows 2000 automatically enables file sharing. The only item that needs to be altered is workgroup settings. All the computers on the network must have the same workgroup name, but different computer names. To check or change this: 1. Right-click the My Computer icon on your desktop, then select Properties. 2. When the “System Properties” window appears, select Network Identification. 3.
Actiontec MegaPlug AV 200 Mbps Ethernet Adapter User Manual 4. The “Identification Changes” window appears. In the “Computer Name” text box, type a name different than the other computers on the network. 5. In the “Workgroup” text box, enter the network workgroup name. This is the same on each computer on the network. 6. Click OK. 7. Click OK again. 8. Restart the computer.
Chapter 6 Setting Up File and Printer Sharing Printer Sharing To share a printer connected to the computer, follow these instructions. ☞ Note: These instructions are basically identical for Windows XP and 2000, with some minor differences. 1. Click Start, Settings, Control Panel. 2. In the “Control Panel” window, double-click on the “Printers” icon. 3. In the “Printers” window, right-click on the icon of the printer to be shared and select Sharing.
Actiontec MegaPlug AV 200 Mbps Ethernet Adapter User Manual 4. A “Properties” window appears, with the “Sharing” tab displayed. 5. Select Shared As or Share this Printer. This automatically inserts a default name for the printer share name. You can set a password for the printer at this time if you want to restrict who on the network can use the printer. You can also set the default printer settings by modifying information on the other tabs of this window. 6. Click OK, and close all windows.
A Specifications General Model Number HPE200AV (MegaPlug AV 200 Mbps Ethernet Adapter) Standards HomePlug AV IEEE 802.3 IEEE 802.
Actiontec MegaPlug AV 200 Mbps Ethernet Adapter User Manual LED Indicators Power, Link, Ethernet Environmental Power 100 - 240v @ 50 - 60 Hz internal Certifications FCC part 15 class B UL Home Plug certification Operating Temperature 0º C to 40º C (32ºF to 104ºF) Storage Temperature -20ºC to 70ºC (-4ºF to 158ºF) Operating Humidity 10% to 90% (non-condensing) Storage Humidity 5% to 90% (non-condensing) ☞ Note: Specifications are subject to change without notice.
B Glossary Client A desktop or mobile computer connected to a network. DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) A protocol designed to automatically assign an IP address to every computer on your network. DSL (Digital Subscriber Line) Modem A modem that uses existing phone lines to transmit data at high speeds. Encryption A method to allow wireless data transmissions a level of security. Ethernet Network A standard wired networking configuration using cables and hubs.
Actiontec MegaPlug AV 200 Mbps Ethernet Adapter User Manual Subnet Mask A set of four numbers configured like an IP address used to create IP address numbers used only within a particular network. TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol) The standard protocol for data transmission over the Internet. WAN (Wide Area Network) A network that connects computers located in separate areas, (i.e., different buildings, cities, countries). The Internet is a WAN.
Notices Regulatory Compliance Notices Class B Equipment 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 residential installation. 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.
Actiontec MegaPlug AV 200 Mbps Ethernet Adapter User Manual This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference 2.
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