NetComm NP290W Quick Install Guide

Quick Start Guide

NP290W

Turbo Wireless HomePlug

Contents

Chapter 1 – Introduction ....................................................................................................................3

1.1 Minimum Requirements ......................................................................................................... 3

1.2 Typical NP290W Turbo Wireless HomePlug Connection ............................................................. 3

1.3 Package Contents .................................................................................................................... 3

Chapter 2 – NP290W Turbo Wireless HomePlug Overview ..................................................................4

2.1 Light Indicators and Ports ........................................................................................................ 4

Chapter 3 – Hardware Installation ...................................................................................................... 5

3.1 Connecting with a computer .................................................................................................... 5

3.2 Connecting with an existing network/router ............................................................................... 5

3.3 Connecting as a wireless client ................................................................................................ 5

Chapter 4 – Using the CD Setup Utility ............................................................................................... 6

4.1 To use the CD Setup Utility ....................................................................................................... 6

4.2 Accessing the Web User Interface ............................................................................................ 6

4.3 Configuring TCP/IP ...................................................................................................................7

Chapter 5 – Connecting wireless Devices ........................................................................................... 8

5.1 To connect to wireless devices ................................................................................................. 8

Safety Summary Messages

WARNING

HIGH VOLTAGE is used in the equipment. Make sure equipment is properly grounded BEFORE opening. Failure to observe
safety precautions may result in electric shock to user.

CAUTION

Check voltages before connecting equipment to power supplies. Wrong voltages applied may result in damage to
equipment.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Please read these instructions carefully:

1. The HomePlug Ethernet Adaptor relies on the building’s electrical installation for short-circuit (over current)
protection. Ensure that a fuse or circuit breaker no larger than 120 VAC or 230 VAC (depends on the power
supply type in your country) is used on the phase conductors (all current-carrying conductors).

2. Do not attempt to service the HomePlug Ethernet Adaptor yourself, as opening or removing covers may
expose you to dangerous voltage points or other risks as well as ruin the product warranty. Refer all
servicing to qualified service personnel only.

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Chapter 1 – Introduction

NP290W

NP285

NP285

Broadband Router

PC

Notebook

In-house Power Supply

The NP290W Turbo Wireless HomePlug is a 85Mbps Adaptor with 802.11G Wireless LAN that transforms your
in-house power circuit into networking infrastructure with a Wireless LAN interface. The NP290W is ideal for
anyone wishing to extend their Wireless Internet access or make an internal network. Surf the Internet, share
data, and rest assured that your privacy is safe through the security encryption on the power circuit and WLAN.

1.1 Minimum Requirements

• Pentium® MMX 233MHz

• A CD-ROM Drive

• Ethernet card installed with TCP/IP Protocol

• Operating Systems support for Setup Utility: - Windows® 98 Second Edition

- Windows® Me

- Windows® 2000

- Windows® XP

• OS independent for Ethernet

• Web Browser support: - Microsoft Internet Explorer 4.0 (or later versions)

- Netscape® Navigator 3.02 (or later versions)

1.2 Typical NP290W Turbo Wireless HomePlug Connection

Below is a typical NP290W Turbo Wireless HomePlug connection.

1.3 Package Contents

Your NetComm NP290W package includes the following items:

• NP290W Turbo Wireless HomePlug

• CAT-5 UTP Straight Ethernet Network Cable (RJ45) (2 supplied for Starter Kit)

• 85Mbps HomePlug Ethernet Adaptor (included for Starter Kit Package Only)

• Quick Start Manual

• CD ROM containing setup utility and User Guide

If any of the above items are missing or damaged, please contact NetComm immediately.

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