SWEEX LD000020 User Manual

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Important!

Do not connect the Powerline USB Adapter to a UPS or a power point with over voltage protection.

Contents of the package

Before starting the installation first check that all necessary parts are present. The box should contain the following parts:

• Sweex Wireless USB Adapter

• USB cable

• This manual

• Installation CD-ROM with drivers

Should one of the above parts be missing, please contact your supplier.

Specifications

• Transmission speed: Maximum 14 Mbps

• Home Plug Powerline Alliance Specification V1.0.1

• Security: 56-bit DES encryption

• Range: 200 metres via the mains supply

• USB 1.1 interface

• Modulation: OFDM

• 3 status LEDs:

• Dimensions: 90 x 63 x 30 mm

• Supports Windows 98SE, 2000 and XP

Installation

Before proceeding with the installation we strongly advise you to ensure that the operating system is up-to-date. This can be easily checked by
opening “Internet Explorer” and selecting the “Tools” menu and then the “Windows Update” option.

The type of installation depends on the operating system that is being used. This manual describes the installation for the following operating
systems:

• Windows 98SE, 2000 and XP (Home and Professional)

LD000020 Sweex Wireless USB Adapter

Introduction

Thank you for buying the Powerline adapter. This Powerline adapter will help you to create a network simply and quickly via the mains supply.
You can now change any power point into a connection point for a network. The Powerline adapter is easy to install and very user-friendly.

The adapter is compatible with Windows 98SE, 2000 and XP. It has a maximum transmission speed of 14 Mbps, which is more than sufficient for
an Internet connection via the mains supply. Because of the standard plug and the USB 1.1 interface, this adapter is easy to use in combination
with both desktop computers and laptops. Depending on the circumstances the adapter has a range of 200 meters via the mains supply.

For extra safety the Powerline adapter is supplied with 56 bits DES encryption. This means that data must first be encrypted before being
submitted, making it virtually impossible for anyone to listen into any of the communications.

For the correct operation of your Powerline adapter we advise you to first read this manual carefully. If after reading the manual you still
encounter problems with the installation or operation of your Powerline adapter, you can find more information on our website on
http://www.sweex.com.

Important safety instructions

This product is intended for connection to AC power line. The following pre-cautions should be taken when using this product:

• Please read all instructions before installing and operating this product.

• Please follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.

• Do not operate this product near water.

• This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register.

• This product relies on a building’s electrical installation for short-circuit (over current) protection.

• Ensure that a safety fuse or circuit breaker no larger than 6A is used on the phase conductors (all current-carrying conductors).

• Do not allow anything to reset on the product internonnect cords.

• Do not locate this product where people may walk on the cords.

• The power cord should be plugged directly into a specification AC wall outlet.

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Only a qualified technician should service this product. Opening or removing covers may result in exposure to dangerous voltage points or other risks

• Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer the product to qualified service personnel for the following conditions:

1. When the interconnect cords are damaged or frayed.

2. If liquid has been spilled onto the product.

3. If the product has been exposed to rain or water.

4. If the product does not operate normally when the operating instructions have been followed.

5. If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance.

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Installation Procedure

1. Power up the computer and wait until all programs have been loaded and have started up. Depending on the settings, you may first need to
logon to the computer with your username and password. Use the cursor as your tool. As soon as it changes from an hourglass into an arrow
and the hard drive light has stopped flashing, the computer has finished starting up and is ready for the installation.

It is possible that for Windows 2000 or XP you do not have the required authorisation to install the drivers and software. In this case contact
your system administrator. You will need administrator rights to install new hardware and software.

2. Insert the CD-ROM supplied in your CD-ROM drive. Setup will automatically start. If not, first click “Start”, and then “Run”. Type the following
in the window: “D:\setup.exe” (D stands for the drive letter of the CD-ROM player.)

3. The CD will start up the installation program. Click “Next” to continue.

4. Enter your details and click “Next” to continue.

5. The location for the driver program is displayed. Click “Install” to continue.

6. Connect the Sweex Powerline USB Adapter to a free USB port on the computer and click “OK”.

7. In Windows XP a speech balloon will appear in the bottom right of the screen, describing how the adapter is being installed. To continue the
installation procedure under Windows XP go to point 8.

If an adapter is installed for the first time under Windows 98SE and 2000, a message will appear on the screen within a few seconds,
informing you that new hardware has been found. To continue the installation procedure under Windows 98SE and 2000 go to point 10.