HomePlug 8500E Operating Instructions Manual
Operating Instructions
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Tabel Of Contents
Safety Instructions 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Exemption From Liability 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Intended Use 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Information on Disposal 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Introduction 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Package Contents 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation and Connection 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
System Requirements 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation and Uninstallation of the Configuration Software 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Connection and Control Lamps 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Application Examples 8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Important Information 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Network Capacity 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Network Security 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Configuration Utility for Windows 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Starting the Program 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Main Screen 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Privacy Screen 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
QoS Screen 16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Diagnostics Screen 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
About Screen 18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Guarantee 19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Technical Modifications 19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Conformity of the HomePlug 8500E to the EU directives is confirmed by the CE
symbol.The corresponding Declaration of Conformity is enclosed in the package as a supplementary sheet.
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Safety Instructions
The HomePlug 8500E is an electronic device and operates when connected to the
mains power supply. Handle it with due care and attention as you would any other
electrical device for your own safety!
For reasons of safety, read the following regulations and instructions and observe the
information contained:
1. Unplug the HomePlug 8500E from the power outlet before cleaning it. Never use
liquid cleaning agents or aerosol cleaners. Only use a slightly moist cloth.
2. Do not use the HomePlug 8500E near water.
3. Do not use the HomePlug 8500E beside or above a heating radiator or a source
of water. Never use the device as a built−in installation except where sufficient
ventilation is ensured.
4. Do not expose the HomePlug to extreme temperatures or humid conditions and
protect it from direct sunlight and dusty conditions.
5. The HomePlug 8500E should only be connected to a mains power outlet whose
properties comply to those indicated on the corresponding product labels. If
there is any cause for doubt, consult your dealer or local power company.
6. The HomePlug 8500E may only be connected to a fused power outlet. Ensure
that the fuses and circuit breakers for all the conductive lines are designed for
100 − 240 V (according to the respective national power supply grid).
7. Connect the HomePlug 8500E adapter to a 100 − 240 V power socket. Do not
use an extension cord.
8. Do not attempt to convert the HomePlug 8500E or complete repairs to it yourself
because opening and removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltages
and other risks as well as annulling the terms of warranty. All repair and service
work must be performed by qualified service personnel.
9. Unplug the HomePlug 8500E from the power outlet and refer to an authorised
service workshop in the case of the following:
S If liquid is spilled into the device.
S If the device comes into contact with water.
S If the device does not operate normally despite following the information in the
operating instruction manual.
S If the device shows a distinct deterioration in performance.
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Exemption From Liability
We cannot guarantee that the information which relates to the technical properties or
to the product itself contained in this document is correct. The product and its
accessories described in this document are subject to constant improvement and
further development. For this reason, we reserve the right to modify components,
accessories, technical specifications and related documentation of the product
described herein at any time without notice.
Intended Use
The HomePlug 8500E Turbo Ethernet Adapter, subsequently referred to as
HomePlug 8500E, is designed for transmitting data within a power network. Any
other use is considered unintended use. Unauthorised modifications or
reconstruction not described in this manual are not permitted.
Information on Disposal
The implementation of European law in national laws and directives obliges you to
dispose of consumable goods appropriately. This serves to protect both persons and
the environment.
The adjacent symbol indicates that electrical and electronic apparatus
as well as batteries no longer required must be disposed of separate
from domestic waste.
Old or unwanted devices must be disposed of at collection points
provided by public waste authorities.
Batteries and power packs must be disposed of at shops which sell
batteries or collection points which provide the corresponding
containers.
Packaging materials must be disposed of according to local
regulations.
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Introduction
The HomePlug 8500E uses the power cables already provided inside buildings to
transmit signals in order to provide a reliable network of computers and network
equipment. Using a maximum transmission speed of 85 Mbps, the HomePlug 8500E
can communicate sophisticated applications, such as Internet telephony, high
resolution video applications and Internet, reliably and simultaneously.
The HomePlug technology modulates computer data so that it can be transmitted
from point−to−point via the power lines. Using this technology, two computers have a
virtual Ethernet connection without them actually being physically connected to each
other.
The HomePlug 8500E implements No New Wires
®
communication in every room
via any power line at a speed of up to 85 Mbps. It has 3 indicator lamps (LEDs) and a
network (Ethernet) port. The LEDs serve to indicate the connection status as well as
signalling problems concerning system malfunction. The Ethernet port is used to
connect the HomePlug 8500E to the network. The HomePlug 8500E is equipped with
a standard power plug for use with any 100 − 240 V power socket.
Networking computers has the following advantages:
1. Shared access to centrally stored data.
2. Shared access to all the printers in the network.
3. Shared use of an Internet connection.
4. Multi−user games over the network.
Package Contents
The package contains:
HomePlug 8500E
Operating instructions
Network cable (Ethernet)
Resource CD
Fig. 1 Package contents
If anything is missing or damaged, please contact the sales outlet immediately.
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Installation and Connection
System Requirements
The HomePlug 8500E can be used with all operating systems which support TCP/IP.
Drivers are not required for the HomePlug 8500E. However, the configuration utility
and network password supplied can only be installed on Windows operating
systems.
Your computer must meet the following minimum requirements in order to be able to
install the utility software under Windows.
S Windows 98SE, Windows Me, Windows 2000 Windows XP or Windows Vista,
S Network adapter configured for TCP/IP,
S Pentium III 300 MHz MMX compatible PC or larger,
S 128MB hard disk drive and 128 MB memory (RAM),
S CD−ROM drive.
Installation and Uninstallation of the Configuration Software
NOTE: Only possible with Windows operating systems.
Installation and deinstallation are described for the Windows Vista operating system.
The procedure is the same for all other approved operating systems.
Installation
1. Connect the HomePlug 8500E to your computer or relevant network device
using the network cable.
2. Connect the HomePlug in the power socket.
3. Install the configuration utility (PowerPacket). The Resource CD is provided with
an auto run feature. If this feature fails to run, start the program by
double−clicking on Setup.exe on the CD.
4. Follow the instructions on the screen to install the software.
NOTE: Note down the HomePlug password so that it is available for the
configuration routine.
NOTE: If there is no connection/link between the HomePlug installed and network
cable inserted on the HomePlug or the PING test on the HomePlug installed
proves unsuccessful, disconnect the HomePlug, with network cable
connected, from the power socket and install again.
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