85Mbps HomePlug
Easy Start Guide
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Contents
About the Product ...................................................................................................... 4
Package Contents........................................................................................ 4
Device Design .............................................................................................. 5
Getting Started...........................................................................................................6
Planning your Network ............................................................................... 7
Local Network ...........................................................................................................7
Gaming Network.......................................................................................................7
Entertainment Network............................................................................................8
Media Network .........................................................................................................8
Connecting the Device.................................................................................9
About PowerPacket Utility ....................................................................................... 10
System Requirements ...............................................................................10
Installation ................................................................................................ 10
Main .......................................................................................................... 11
Privacy....................................................................................................... 13
Quality of Service ...................................................................................... 15
Diagnostics ................................................................................................ 16
About......................................................................................................... 17
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About the Product
HomePlug Turbo 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 Turbo
does not require a device driver to work. With a maximum data rate of 85 Mbps,
HomePlug Turbo can reliably provide Internet connection among linked devices.
HomePlug Turbo is operating system independent. This means it can be used in
Windows, Macintosh, or Linux operating systems immediately out of the box. However,
to manage and monitor the device, you will need PowerPacket Utility, a Windows-based
software application. The primary use of PowerPacket Utility is for changing the Private
Network Name. Private Network Name serves as a key that allows HomePlug Turbo to
communicate with other HomePlug 1.0 and HomePlug Turbo devices using the same
Private Network Name.
HomePlug
is the default Private Network Name. You can use
PowerPacket Utility to change the Private Network Name of your HomePlug devices.
Package Contents
The package contains the following items:
• 1 HomePlug Turbo for Single Pack or 2 HomePlug Turbo’s for Twin Pack
• 1 Network cable for Single Pack or 2 network cables for Twin Pack
• Resource CD
• Easy Start Guide
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Device Design
HomePlug Turbo has three LED indicators and an Ethernet port.
Label Status Description/ Function
On/Off Power is on/off.
On/Off Another HomePlug is detected/not detected
Flashes Data is being transmitted.
On/Off Ethernet is connected/not connected.
Flashes Sending/receiving data.
Ethernet Port Accepts either cross or straight cable.
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Getting Started
Setting up the device is easy. The flowchart below provides an outline of the steps
needed to complete the installation. Brief descriptions appear beside each step. Detailed
instructions are provided in the subsequent pages.
Plan your Network
Draw a simple map of how you
want to connect your computers
and network devices.
Connect the
Device
You may need to check some
setting or disable some application
before installation.
(OPTIONAL)
Install PowerPacket
User PowerPacket Utility to change
the Private Network Name.
Ready to Use
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Planning your Network
Here are ideas on how you can use HomePlug Turbo.
Local Network
Share Internet connection with any computer wherever it is in the house.
Gaming Network
Connect your gaming console into the Internet and compete with other online players.
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Entertainment Network
Watch and listen to your media files using your entertainment system.
Media Network
Realize your high-tech lifestyle by converging your IP devices into a single network.
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Connecting the Device
HomePlug Turbo does not require the installation of a device driver. It is a plug-and-play
device that can be used right after connecting the network cables and plugging it into a
power outlet.
To connect HomePlug Turbo with your computer:
1. Insert one end of the network cable into your computer’s Ethernet port.
2. Insert the other end of the network cable into HomePlug Turbo.
3. Plug HomePlug Turbo into a power outlet.
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About PowerPacket Utility
PowerPacket Utility is a Windows-based software application used to manage and
monitor the activity of HomePlug devices.
System Requirements
Your computer must meet the following requirements:
• Windows 98SE Me, 2000, XP (32 and 64 bit), or Vista (32 and 64 bit)
• Pentium III 300 MHz MMX-Compatible PC or greater
• 128MB hard disk space and memory
• CD-ROM drive
Installation
To install:
1. Insert the Resource CD that comes with HomePlug Turbo into the CD-ROM drive.
2. Click the Start button, then click Run.
3. In the Run dialog box, type D:\Setup.exe (where D: is your CD-ROM drive), and
then click OK.
4. Follow the instructions on the Utility.
Opening PowerPacket Utility
Two ways to open PowerPacket Utility:
• Click the Start button, click All Programs, click PowerPacket, click PowerPacket
Ethernet Adapter, and then click PowerPacket Utility.
• Right-click the PowerPacket Utility desktop icon and then select Open.
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Main
The Main tab displays local and remote HomePlug devices that are active in the network.
The top portion displays the local device which pertains to the HomePlug that is directly
connected to the computer. The bottom portion displays a table of all remote HomePlugs
with their Device Name, Password, Quality, Rate, and MAC Address.
Main Screen
Note: The Main tab displays remote HomePlug devices using the same Private
Network Name as the local HomePlug.
An icon represents each remote HomePlug. These icons include:
• - Refers to low speed HomePlug 1.0 devices
•
- Refers to high speed HomePlug Turbo devices
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To connect to a local HomePlug:
1. Select a HomePlug listed in Local Devices on your computer.
2. Click Connect. After connection, a message showing the HomePlug MAC Address is
displayed on top of the Connect button.
To change the device name:
1. Select a remote HomePlug.
2. Click Rename.
3. Enter the new name.
To enter the device password:
1. Select a remote HomePlug.
2. Click Enter Password.
3. Enter the Device Password. The Device Password is printed on the sticker label on
the HomePlug itself.
To add devices in the list:
1. Click Add. This opens Add Device to Network.
Add Device To Network
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2. Enter the Device Name.
3. Enter the Password. The Device Password is printed on the sticker label on the
HomePlug itself.
4. Click OK.
To scan for HomePlugs:
• Click Scan. By default, PowerPacket Utility scans devices from time to time.
Privacy
The Privacy tab provides a means for changing the Private Network Name of local or all
HomePlug devices within the network. A Private Network Name is composed of four to
24 alphanumeric case-sensitive characters.
HomePlug
is the default Private Network
Name.
Privacy
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To change the Private Network Name of a local HomePlug:
Note…
You will not be able to change the Private Network Name of a local HomePlug if it is
not in a connected status in the Main tab.
1. Enter the new Private Network Name in the Privacy tab. A Private Network Name
is composed of four to 24 alphanumeric case-sensitive characters.
2. Click Set Local Device Only.
To change the Private Network Name of all HomePlugs in the network:
Note…
You will not be able to change the Private Network Name of local and remote
HomePlug devices if the local HomePlug is not in a connected status and if the
remote HomePlugs do not have their Device Passwords entered in the Main tab.
1. Enter the new Private Network Name in the Privacy tab. A Private Network Name
is composed of four to 24 alphanumeric case-sensitive characters.
2. Click Set All Devices.
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Quality of Service
Quality of Service (QoS) is a feature that allows you to determine which application will
be given a guaranteed priority over other applications. QoS is not enabled by default.
QoS
To enable QoS:
1. Select an application in the QoS tab
• Online Game/Internet Select this option if the device will be connected to
a computer or a game console
• Audio or Video Select this option if the device will be used for audio/video
steaming
• Voice over IP Select this option for if the device will be used with your IP
phone
2. Click Update QoS.
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Diagnostics
Diagnostics displays details about the system as well as the other HomePlug devices
within the network. It is divided into two sections – System Information and Remote
Device History.
System Information displays software applications and hardware devices connected with
the local computer. Remote Device History displays a record of all remote HomePlug
devices that has been connected with the network.
Diagnostics
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About
About displays the software version and preferences. The Autoscan preference is enabled
by default.
About
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Safety Instructions
For your safety, be sure to read and follow all warning notices and instructions.
Do not open the device. Opening or removing the device cover can expose you to
dangerous high voltage points or other risks. Only qualified service personnel can
service the device. Please contact your vendor for further information.
Do not use your device during a thunderstorm. There may be a risk of electric
shock brought about by lightning.
Do not expose your device to dust or corrosive liquids.
Do not use this product near water sources.
Make sure to connect the cables to the correct ports.
Do not obstruct the ventilation slots on the device.
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