IOGear GHPU01 User Manual

HomePlug USB Adapter

User Manual (GHPU01)

Welcome

Thank you for purchasing one of the most user-friendly networking devices on the market. IOGEAR’s HomePlug to USB adapters are first-class networking devices designed to network your computers at home (or in your small office). This device allows you to set up your home network via the most pervasive medium in your house – the home power lines. It is easy to set up, and it doesn’t require any additional wiring in the house.

To better serve you, IOGEAR offers an array of additional USB 2.0, USB 1.1, FireWire, KVM, and other peripheral products. For more information or to purchase additional IOGEAR products, visit us at www.IOGEAR.com

We hope you enjoy using your IOGEAR HomePlug to USB adapter, another first-rate connectivity solution from IOGEAR.

IOGEAR, the IOGEAR logo, MiniView, VSE are trademarks or registered trademarks of IOGEAR, Inc. Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines, Inc. Macintosh, G3/G4 and iMac are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. IOGEAR makes no warranty of any kind with regards to the information presented in this document. All information furnished here is for informational purposes only and is subject to change without notice. IOGEAR, Inc. assumes no responsibility for any inaccuracies or errors that may appear in this document.

Table of Contents

Overview Features Requirements Introduction Installation Network Configuration Networking Basics

- Network Setup Wizard

- Checking IP Address

- Assign a Static IP Address

- Sharing Disks/Folders

- Sharing Printers

- Accessing the Internet

Troubleshooting

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Technical Support Product Specifications Limited Warranty

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Overview

IOGEAR’s HomePlug Powerline Network USB Adapter allows you to network your home computers through the electric power lines in the house. Setting up a home network has never been so simple, just install the driver, plug the USB end to your computer and plug the power end to your AC power outlet. That’s it, you are connected!

This unit is compliant to HomePlug Powerline Specification 1.0 and USB 1.1 Specification, and offers up to 12 Mbps bandwidth while being less prone to interference. By offering 56-bit DES encryption, it is also much more secure than other home networking technologies such as wireless Ethernet.

Features

• No extra wires, using the most pervasive medium in your home – power lines

• Allows multiple computers to share Internet access, printers, and other resources through the power lines

• Very easy and intuitive to set up and install

• HomePlug Powerline Specification 1.0 compliant

• USB 1.1 Specification compliant

• Up to 12 Mbps bandwidth

• Up to 990’ distance through the power lines, far enough for most households

• Worldwide compatibility

• Low risk of interference by other RF sources

• 56-bit DES encryption assures data security

• Signal will not pass power meter, thus keeping the data safe in the house

• Encryption done by hardware, with no sacrifice on bandwidth

• Most reliable home networking technology

Requirements

System Requirements

• Available USB port and CD-ROM drive for the Windows based computer that you plan to install this device to

• Windows 98, 98SE, ME, 2000, and XP

• Available power outlet in room

• Standard home power line wiring

Introduction

IOGEAR’s HomePlug to USB adapter allows you to network your computers via your current existing home power line. It offers a data transmission speed of up to 12 Mbps, and to reach up to 990 feet through standard power lines.

Package contents:

1. HomePlug to USB adapter (drawing)

2. USB Cable (drawing)

3. Power Cable (drawing)

4. User Manual

5. Warranty/Registration card

1. 2. 3.

Front View: (Drawing)

1. Power LED – lights up in green when plugged into a power outlet

2. Collision LED – lights in green whenever there is collision

3. Link LED – lights up in green when plugged into a power outlet

4. ACT LED – blinks in green when there are network activities

5. USB port – connecting to the computer

Back View: (Drawing)

1. Power port – connecting to the wall outlet

Introduction

Installation

Note: Do not place HomePlug devices under direct sunlight or near high-heat-emitting devices;

Do not place HomePlug devices near water or wet surfaces to avoid electric hazards; Do not place HomePlug devices on any moving or unstable surfaces; It is recommended that you plug the HomePlug devices directly into the wall outlets, not to any power adapters, surge protectors or any device that filters signals.

1.Remove the HomePlug to USB adapter, the power cord, the USB cable and the installation CD from the package.

2.Allocate a space for the adapter’s placement. Make sure you avoid the places mentioned above.

3.Make sure that your HomePlug USB Adapter is NOT plugged in before you install the driver first.

4.If you currently have a 10/100 Base-T network interface card installed in your computer, please disable the card first.

5.Disable the Microsoft VPN if you have it in your system.

(Note: The following driver installation steps are under Windows XP. Other operating systems will have the similar steps but the screen may appear different. For Windows 98SE, ME and 2000, you may be prompted to use the Windows CD under 98SE and ME.)

6. Insert the installation CD. If CD does not automatically load, run (CD Drive Letter):\usb\setup.exe

7. Click Next.

Installation

8. Read, understand and accept the agreement and continue by clicking Next.

9. Enter a user name and organization name, and click Next to continue installation. (Username and Organization have no importance in device operation. Window might look slightly different on other platforms.)

Installation

10. Press “Install” to start the Installation Wizard:

Installation

11. After installation is successful, a window will come up prompting for the installation of the HomePlug to USB adapter. Go ahead and plug in the USB cable into the HomePlug to USB adapter and the USB port on the computer. (Note: There may be different windows open at the same time, make sure not to cancel any windows, as this may terminate the installation. For Windows 98, 98SE and ME, you may need to use the Windows CD.)

12. New Hardware Found Wizard will come up prompting for the installation of the HomePlug to USB adapter using the search for best driver automatically option. Continue with hardware installation.

Installation

Due to the fact that the HomePlug drivers have not been certified by Microsoft yet, Windows may ask you if you wish to continue. Continue anyway when prompted. (Note: Windows 2000 will inform you that there is no Microsoft digital signature found. Click Yes button and continue with the installation.)

13. The following screen will

show selections, please select the IOGEAR HP USB to Ethernet Adapter and click Next.

Installation

14. The following screen may come up as a window. Since you are installing an USB adapter, click on “No or Not Sure”.

15. Installation is now complete. Press Finish.

Installation

16. Please restart your computer for changes to go into effect.

HomePlug Utility Setup Steps:

1. After restarting your computer, you should see this icon on your desktop. Click on it to begin configuring your HomePlug device.

Network Configuration

2. Click Next to begin the configuration.

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