Olympia HomePlug 8500w Operating Instruction
Operating Instructions
Edition 01, August 2007
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Operating Instructions
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Safety Information 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Exemption From Liability 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Intended Use 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Information on Disposal 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Introduction 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Package Contents 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation and Connection 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
System Requirements 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Starting the Setup Utility 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Connection and Control Lamps 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Application Examples 8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Example 1 8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Example 2 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Example 3 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Example 4 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Important Information 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Network Capacity 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Network Security 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Connecting Wireless Devices 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Web User Interface 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
LAN (Local Area Network) 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
HomePlug 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wireless 16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Guarantee 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Technical Modifications 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Notes 18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Conformity of the HomePlug 8500W 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 Information
The HomePlug 8500W is an electrical device and operates using mains power. For
reasons of your own personal safety, handle it with the same care and attention
given to all electrical equipment!
For reasons of safety, read the following regulations and instructions and observe the
information contained:
1. Unplug the HomePlug 8500W from the power supply before cleaning it. Never
use liquid cleaning agents or aerosol cleaners. Only use a slightly moist cloth.
2. Do not use the HomePlug 8500W near water.
3. Do not position the HomePlug 8500W beside or above a heating radiator or
another source of water. Never use the device as a built−in installation except
where sufficient ventilation is ensured.
4. Do not expose the HomePlug either to extreme temperatures or humid
conditions and protect it from direct sunlight and dusty conditions.
5. Only connect the HomePlug 8500W to mains power outlets whose properties
comply to those stipulated on the corresponding product labels. If there is any
cause for doubt, consult your dealer or local power company.
6. The HomePlug 8500W may only be connected to a fused power outlet. Ensure
that the fuses and circuit breakers of all the lines conducting electricity are
designed for 100 − 240 V (according to the respective national power supply
grid).
7. Connect the HomePlug 8500W power adapter to a 100 − 240 V power socket.
Do not use an extension cord.
8. Never attempt to modify the HomePlug 8500W or complete any repair work on it
yourself since opening and removing the covers exposes you to the risks of an
electric shock and also annuls any rights to claims under the terms of guarantee.
All repair and service work must be performed by qualified service personnel.
9. Unplug the HomePlug 8500W from the power outlet and contact an authorised
service centre if one of the following occurs:
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 although the instructions in the
operating manual have been followed.
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 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 8500W Wireless Adapter, subsequently referred to as
HomePlug 8500W, 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 8500W uses the power cables already provided inside buildings to
transmit signals to provide a reliable network of computers and network equipment.
Its maximum transmission rate of 85 Mbps means that the HomePlug 8500W can
cope with sophisticated applications such as internet telephony, high resolution video
applications and internet access, reliably and simultaneously.
The technology implemented by the HomePlug modulates the computer data so that
it is possible to transfer it from point−to−point via the power lines. Using this
technology, two computers have a virtual network connection without the units
actually being physically connected to each other.
The HomePlug 8500W uses No New Wires
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communication in in each room, via
each power line, using a transmission rate of up to 85 Mbps. It has 4 indicator lamps
(LEDs) and a network (Ethernet) port. The LEDs serve to indicate the connection
status and to signal problems concerning system malfunction. The Ethernet port is
used to connect the HomePlug 8500W to the network. The HomePlug 8500W is
equipped with a standard plug and, thus, is suitable for 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 8500W
Operating manual
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 8500W can be used with all operating systems which support TCP/IP.
Drivers are not required for the HomePlug 8500W. However, the configuration
software supplied can only be implemented on Windows operating systems.
The configuration software includes easily understood, step−by−step instructions on
modifying the wireless network name (default: yournetworkname) and selecting an
encryption (default: None).
Starting the Setup Utility
NOTE: Only possible with Windows operating systems.
Installation
1. Connect the HomePlug 8500W to the computer or relevant network device using
the network cable.
2. Plug the HomePlug in the power socket.
3. Start the setup utility (configuration software). The Resource CD is provided with
an auto run feature. If this does not work, start the Setup.exe program provided
on the CD by double−clicking on it.
Fig. 2 Configuration software
4. Follow the instructions on the screen.
NOTE: Use of the setup utility is optional. We recommend following it
step−by−step, however.
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