User manual GIGAFAST PE909-UI

[. . . ] 0. 4 Feature developments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0. 5 Nodes and Bridges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 2 3 3 3 1. 0 Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 2. 0 Encryption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 3. 0 Trouble-shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ] However, it is recommended that you change the default encryption key. All your HomePlug devices must use the same encryption key in order for the computers to be networked. 0. 3 Basic Requirements - At least 2 HomePlug devices - Available USB port for each computer - Available empty power outlet - Standard home power line wiring - CD-ROM drive 0. 4 Limitations of Current HomePlug Technology and What's Ahead. The current technology and firmware of HomePlug have the following limitations as of Spring, 2002. The range of a HomePlug device reaches up to 900 feet under the same power grid or power transformer. The connection cannot pass through any UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply). There is also a limitation to the number of HomePlug Ethernet Bridges. Because of how IP Packets and buffer zones were designed, there can only be two HomePlug Ethernet Bridges on the same HomePlug network at all times. However, there can be an unlimited number of nodes present on the network, technically speaking. 0. 5 Nodes and Bridges There is a difference between Nodes and Bridges. A Node is any device that resides in or is connected directly onto an existing network. A Bridge is used when connecting one type or group of networks with another -3- type or group of networks. Connecting every computer from one network with another network would result in a mess of cables, so instead, a bridge is brought in to have a single connection between the networks instead of many. A Bridge in HomePlug terms functions like a concentration device that connects multiple computers onto the HomePlug network using one HomePlug device. The Bridge function only works with Ethernet HomePlug models because USB devices can't be shared yet. The only way to turn it off is to install the utility that comes with the unit. It is possible to have both Nodes and Bridges on a network as long as there is only a maximum of two Bridges. It is possible to have USB Nodes on the same network as Ethernet Nodes. -4- 1. 0 Installation Make sure that your HomePlug USB Wall Adapter is not plugged in when beginning. If the CD does not automatically load, run (CD Drive Letter):\usb\setup. exe Click on Next to start installation. Accept terms and Continue by clicking next. -5- Enter a username and organization and continue installation. (Username and Organization have no importance in device operation. ) Click Next. Click install. -6- After installation is successful, a window will pop up prompting for the installation of the HomePlug Wall USB Adapter. Plug in the HomePlug USB Wall Adapter to the wall outlet, and plug in the USB cable. The Found New Hardware wizard will come up prompting for the installation of the PE909-UI. [. . . ] After you have entered your desired encryption key, the software will then proceed to search your immediate network for HomePlug adapters that have the same encryption key and will make a list of them. If you don't see any devices listed, please make sure you have applied the right encryption to them. To add more devices to your network, click Next and proceed to step 4. Otherwise, click Finish. The encryption is now applied to this unit and will not reset unless manually changed. -12- 4. To add more devices to your private network, enter the device's password, which is located on the device or its packaging. [. . . ]