TP-Link TPL-202E, TPL-202E2K Quick Installation Manual

Quick Installation Guide

TPL-202E

TPL-202E2K

H/W: V1.1R

Table of Contents

Table of Contents

English .....................................................................................................

1. Before You Start

2. ....................................................................................

How to Install

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Troubleshooting ........................................................................................

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Version 02.22.2008

1. Before You Start

System Requirements

C

D-ROM drive

?

?A Desktop or Laptop PC with Network Adapter Installed
?CPU: 300MHz or above / 800MHz or above (Windows Vista)

Package Contents

?TPL-202E
?Utility CD-ROM
?Quick Installation Guide
?1 x Cat.5 Ethernet Cable (1.8m/5.9ft)

Memory: 256MB RAM or above / 512MB RAM or above (Windows Vista)

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?Existing 10/100Mbps wired network when TPL-202E is used as a bridge

device

Software Requirements

?Windows 98SE/ME/2000/XP/Vista

Application

Internet

Cable/DSL

Modem

4-Port Cable/DSL
Broadband Router
(TW100-S4W1CA)

85Mbps Powerline

Fast Ethernet Adapter

(TPL-202E)

Electrical

Outlet

Workstation with

Fast Ethernet PCI Adapter

(TE100-PCIWN)

Fast Ethernet

Electrical

Outlet

Powerline

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2. How to Install

Important! DO NOT install the TPL-202E until instructed to do so

For Windows Users

1. Insert the Utility CD-ROM into
your computer's CD-ROM Drive
and then click Install Utility.

2. Follow the InstallShield Wizard

instructions and then click Finish.

3. Copy down the 12 digit device

password for each TPL-202E.

Note:

1. DO NOT plug the TPL-202E into a power strip or surge protector.

2. In order for the TPL-202E to see each other, each unit must be on the same
circuit breaker.

3. A maximum of 16 TPL-202E can be networked.

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4. Plug a TPL-202E into an
available power outlet.

5. Connect an Ethernet cable from
the TPL-202E to an available LAN
port on your router
(e.g. TEW-633GR).

6. Then connect an Ethernet cable

Outlet

from an available LAN port on your
router to your computer.

7. Plug the second TPL-202E into an

outlet where your remote PC or
network appliance is located.

8. Double-click the TRENDnet
Powerline Utility Icon on your

desktop.

Outlet

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9. Select the remote TPL-202E and
click Enter Password.

Note: The remote TPL-202E refers to the TPL-202E that is connected to your
remote PC or network appliance.

10. Enter the remote TPL-202E's 12­ digit password and click OK. See
step 3 to find the remote

TPL-202E's password.

11. Click OK.

12. Repeat steps 8-10 for additional

remote TPL-202E's.

Note: The default network name is HomePlug. If the network name of your
existing Powerline network is NOT HomePlug, you must change this in the
utility.

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13. Click the Privacy tab. If you
would like to change the
Private Network Name, enter the
desired Private Network Name,
then click Set All Devices.

14. Click OK.

15. Connect a CAT 5 cable from the

TPL-202E into your remote PC,

Outlet

or network applicance.

Your installation is now complete.

For detailed information regarding the TPL-202E configuration and advanced
settings, please refer to the User's Guide included on the Utility CD-ROM or
TRENDnet's website at www.trendnet.com

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Troubleshooting

Q1:

I inserted the TPL-202E CD-ROM into my computer's CD-ROM Drive and the

installation menu does not appear automatically. What should I do?

If the installation menu does not appear automatically, click Start, click Run,

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and type D:\Autorun.exe where "D" in "D:\Autorun.exe" is the letter assigned to
your computer's CD-ROM Drive. And then click OK to start the installation.

I have verified that my Powerline device is connected to my workstation, but I

Q2:

cannot detect other Powerline devices. What should I do?

First, verify that you are using Cat-5 Ethernet cables. Second, open up the

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Powerline AV Utility and click scan. Third, verify the network name of your
Powerline network. Then click on the security link in the TRENDnet Powerline
Utility, type in the network name and click Save changes. Fourth, verify that the
power outlet the TPL-202E is plugged into is on the same electrical power
distribution and/or circuit breaker.

I can detect my Powerline devices on my Powerline network, but I cannot

Q3:

connect to the Internet. What should I do?

First, make sure you are not connecting the device into a power strip or surge

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protector. Second, make sure that your Router is connected to the internet. Third,
verify that the TCP/IP settings are set to Obtain an IP address automatically.

1. Go into the Control Panel and double-click the
Network Connections icon, and then right-click the
Local Area Connection icon and then click
Properties.

2. Click Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and then click
Properties. Click on Obtain an IP automatically and
then click OK.

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Q4:

I tried changing the Private Network Name and applying it to all of my
TPL-202E devices, but “Some devices could not be added to your network” error
appears. I can no longer see any of the remote TPL-202Es. What should I do?

First, open up the TRENDnet Powerline Utility, click the Privacy tab, click Use

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Default (Public Network) and then click Set Local Device Only. Second, make

sure to add each remote TPL-202E's password. See step 9 in Section 2 (How to
Install).

I have a HomePlug 1.0 or HomePlug turbo network. Can I use this with my

Q5:

network?

The TPL-202E is backwards compatible with HomePlug 1.0 or HomePlug

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turbo.

If you still encounter problems or have any questions regarding the TPL-202E, please
refer to the User's Guide included on the Utility CD-ROM or contact TRENDnet's
Technical Support Department.

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Limited Warranty

TRENDnet warrants its products against defects in material and workmanship, under
normal use and service, for the following lengths of time from the date of purchase.

TPL-202E

- 3-Year Warranty

If a product does not operate as warranted above during the applicable warranty period,
TRENDnet shall, at its option and expense, repair the defective product or deliver to
customer an equivalent product to replace the defective item. All products that are
replaced will become the property of TRENDnet. Replacement products may be new or
reconditioned.

TRENDnet shall not be responsible for any software, firmware, information, or memory
data of customer contained in, stored on, or integrated with any products returned to
TRENDnet pursuant to any warranty.

There are no user serviceable parts inside the product. Do not remove or attempt to
service the product through any unauthorized service center. This warranty is voided if
(i) the product has been modified or repaired by any unauthorized service center, (ii) the
product was subject to accident, abuse, or improper use (iii) the product was subject to
conditions more severe than those specified in the manual.

Warranty service may be obtained by contacting TRENDnet office within the applicable
warranty period for a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number, accompanied by a
copy of the dated proof of the purchase. Products returned to TRENDnet must be pre­authorized by TRENDnet with RMA number marked on the outside of the package, and

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AS WARRANTED ABOVE, THE CUSTOMER’S SOLE REMEDY SHALL BE, AT
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Note: AC/DC Power Adapter, Cooling Fan, Power Supply, and Cables carry a 1-Year

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Certifications

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with FCC and CE Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference.
(2) This device must accept any interference received. Including interference that may
cause undesired operation.

Waste electrical and electronic products must not
be disposed of with household waste. Please
recycle where facilities exist. Check with you Local
Authority or Retailer for recycling advice.

NOTE: THE MANUFACTURER IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY RADIO OR TV
INTERFERENCE CAUSED BY UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATIONS TO THIS
EQUIPMENT. SUCH MODIFICATIONS COULD VOID THE USER’S AUTHORITY TO
OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT.

ADVERTENCIA
En todos nuestros equipos se mencionan claramente las caracteristicas del adaptador de
alimentacón necesario para su funcionamiento. El uso de un adaptador distinto al
mencionado puede producir daños fisicos y/o daños al equipo conectado. El adaptador
de alimentación debe operar con voltaje y frecuencia de la energia electrica domiciliaria
existente en el pais o zona de instalación.

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