Page 2 - Table of Contents
i Table of Contents 1 Introduction 1 Package Contents 1Features 2System Requirements 2Getting to Know the Ethernet Adapter 3Technical Support 4 2 Connecting the MegaPlug Adapter 5 Connecting the Adapters 5Installing the Configuration Utility 6 3 Using the Configuration Utility 9 Quick Setup 9Advance...
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Page 4 - Introduction; Package Contents; Make sure the following items came in this package:; Quick Start Guide
1 Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Actiontec MegaPlug Ethernet Adapter. The MegaPlug Ethernet Adapter is one of the easiest ways to enjoy home or small busi-ness networking. It operates on the MegaPlug Powerline Specification Turbo stan-dard, providing data transfer speeds up to 85 Mbps ove...
Page 5 - Features
2 Actiontec MegaPlug Ethernet Adapter User Manual 3 Chapter 1 Introduction Features s HomePlug Turbo compliant s 85 Mbps data rate (maximum) s 56-bit DES encryption s Two-pronged US power plug (fits ungrounded power outlets) s Power and Link indicators System Requirements s At least 1 available powe...
Page 6 - Getting to Know the Ethernet Adapter; Front Panel; Power Light
2 Actiontec MegaPlug Ethernet Adapter User Manual 3 Chapter 1 Introduction Getting to Know the Ethernet Adapter This section contains a quick description of the Adapter’s external features. Front Panel The Adapter’s front panel features 2 lights ( LED s): Power Light The Power light glows green when...
Page 7 - Technical Support
4 Actiontec MegaPlug Ethernet Adapter User Manual Technical Support Actiontec Electronics prides itself on making durable, high-quality, high-perfor-mance products. If you need assistance, the Actiontec Technical Support Department is available all day every day to provide professional support. Acti...
Page 8 - Connecting the Adapters; Connecting an Adapter to a Computer; Connecting an Adapter to a Router/Gateway
5 Connecting the MegaPlug Adapter To connect the Adapter, it must be connected to a computer, plugged into a stan-dard wall outlet, and the Configuration Utility loaded on the computer. Connecting the Adapters To use the Adapters properly, two Adapters should be plugged into electrical out-lets, and...
Page 9 - gateway connected to a computer.; Installing the Configuration Utility; When the “Welcome” screen appears, click
6 Actiontec MegaPlug Ethernet Adapter User Manual 7 Chapter 2 Connecting the MegaPlug Adapters 5. Insert the other end of the Ethernet cable into an Ethernet port on a router/ gateway connected to a computer. Follow the instructions in the next section, “Installing the Configuration Utility.” Instal...
Page 10 - When this window appears, click
6 Actiontec MegaPlug Ethernet Adapter User Manual 7 Chapter 2 Connecting the MegaPlug Adapters 4. When this window appears, click Finish . 5. Repeat for other computers connected to an Adapter. The MegaPlug Adapters are now connected and ready to use, and the Configuration Utility is loaded on the c...
Page 12 - Quick Setup
9 Using the Configuration Utility Once the Adapters have been properly connected and installed, the user can further configure the Adapters using the Actiontec MegaPlug Configuration Utility. The Utility also provides information about the network. To access the Utility: 1. Click Start on the deskto...
Page 13 - If no Adapter appears in the Device List, make sure the; Advanced; Selecting
10 Actiontec MegaPlug Ethernet Adapter User Manual 11 Chapter 3 Using the Configuration Utility Local Device(s) on Your Computer The list displays all MegaPlug Adapters connected to the computer. ☞ Note: If no Adapter appears in the Device List, make sure the Adapter is connected properly (with the ...
Page 14 - addresses, and include their device name,
10 Actiontec MegaPlug Ethernet Adapter User Manual 11 Chapter 3 Using the Configuration Utility Local Device(s) on Your Computer The list displays all MegaPlug Adapters connected to the computer. ☞ Note: If no Adapter appears in the Device List, make sure the Adapter is connected properly (with the ...
Page 15 - Set All Devices; About
12 Actiontec MegaPlug Ethernet Adapter User Manual Set All Devices Click this button to encrypt all devices on the MegaPlug network. About Selecting About from the row of tabs near the top of the Utility’s window gener- ates the “About” tab. The About tab displays the MegaPlug Configuration Utility ...
Page 16 - Troubleshooting; The Link light doesn’t light up on the Adapter.
13 Troubleshooting This chapter contains a list of problems that may be encountered while using the MegaPlug Ethernet Adapter, and techniques to solve them. Note that these tech-niques may not be successful in all cases. Also included is a list of frequently asked questions. Troubleshooting If the A...
Page 17 - Frequently Asked Questions; What’s the transfer speed over the Adapter’s network?
14 Actiontec MegaPlug Ethernet Adapter User Manual 15 Chapter 4 Troubleshooting s Use the Adapter’s Configuration Utility to detect all other Adapters on the network. Then, plug the Adapters into adjacent sockets. If the Ethernet lights still don’t illuminate, contact technical support. The Power an...
Page 18 - Can my neighbor receive the Adapter’s network signal?; How many Adapters do I need to set up a network?
14 Actiontec MegaPlug Ethernet Adapter User Manual 15 Chapter 4 Troubleshooting No. The Adapter operates at a different frequency than other power line control devices and can co-exist with technologies such as X -10, CEB us, and LON works. Can my neighbor receive the Adapter’s network signal? It is...
Page 21 - Another menu appears. Select
18 Actiontec MegaPlug Ethernet Adapter User Manual 19 Chapter 5 Setting Up Static IP Address 3. Another menu appears. Select Control Panel . 4. When the “Control Panel” window appears, double-click Network .
Page 22 - Address
18 Actiontec MegaPlug Ethernet Adapter User Manual 19 Chapter 5 Setting Up Static IP Address 5. The “Network” window appears. In the “The following network components are installed” list box, locate and double-click TCP/IP . 6. The “ TCP/IP Properties” window appears. Select IP Address . 7. In the I...
Page 23 - Yes; Windows Me; Start
20 Actiontec MegaPlug Ethernet Adapter User Manual 21 Chapter 5 Setting Up Static IP Address 9. Enter the following numbers in the “Subnet mask” text box: 255.255.255.0 Press the space bar on the keyboard to add the periods between the numbers. 10. Click OK . The TCP/IP Properties window disappears....
Page 28 - In the “Network and Dial-up Connections” window, double-click
24 Actiontec MegaPlug Ethernet Adapter User Manual 25 Chapter 5 Setting Up Static IP Address 5. In the “Network and Dial-up Connections” window, double-click Local Area Connection . A number may be displayed after the Local Area Connection. If there is more than one Local Area Connection listed, loc...
Page 29 - General
26 Actiontec MegaPlug Ethernet Adapter User Manual 27 Chapter 5 Setting Up Static IP Address 7. The “Local Area Connection Properties” window appears. Click General . 8. In the “Components checked are used by this connection” list box, double- click Internet Protocol ( TCP/IP ) . 9. The “Internet Pr...
Page 30 - Close; Windows XP
26 Actiontec MegaPlug Ethernet Adapter User Manual 27 Chapter 5 Setting Up Static IP Address 12. Enter the following numbers in the “Subnet mask” text box: 255.255.255.0 Press the space bar on the keyboard to add the periods between the numbers. 13. Click OK . The “Internet Protocol ( TCP/IP ) Prope...
Page 31 - When the “Control Panel” window appears, double-click
28 Actiontec MegaPlug Ethernet Adapter User Manual 29 Chapter 5 Setting Up Static IP Address 3. When the “Control Panel” window appears, double-click Network Connections . 4. In the “Network Connections” window, double-click Local Area Connection . A number may be displayed after the Local Area Conn...
Page 32 - The “Local Area Connection Properties” window appears. Select
28 Actiontec MegaPlug Ethernet Adapter User Manual 29 Chapter 5 Setting Up Static IP Address 5. The “Local Area Connection Properties” window appears. Select General . 6. In the “This connection uses the following items” list box, double-click Internet Protocol ( TCP/IP ) . 7. The “Internet Protocol...
Page 34 - File Sharing; automatically enables
31 # Setting Up File and Printer Sharing This chapter describes how to share files, hard drives, and printers over the MegaPlug network. File Sharing To share files, directories, or hard drives on the MegaPlug network, select the oper-ating system running on the computer, then follow the instruction...
Page 35 - Click
32 Actiontec MegaPlug Ethernet Adapter User Manual 33 Chapter 6 Setting Up File and Printer Sharing 3. Click Change . 4. When the “Computer Name Changes” window appears, enter a new computer name in the “Computer name” text box. 5. Enter a workgroup name in the “Workgroup” text book. 6. Click OK . 7...
Page 36 - icon on your desktop, then select
32 Actiontec MegaPlug Ethernet Adapter User Manual 33 Chapter 6 Setting Up File and Printer Sharing Windows 2000 After installing and configuring the Adapter, Windows 2000 automatically enables file sharing. The only item that needs to be altered is workgroup settings. All the computers on the netwo...
Page 37 - box, type a name different than the other computers on the network.
34 Actiontec MegaPlug Ethernet Adapter User Manual 35 Chapter 6 Setting Up File and Printer Sharing 4. The “Identification Changes” window appears. In the “Computer Name” text box, type a name different than the other computers on the network. 5. In the “Workgroup” text box, enter the network workgr...
Page 39 - Select
36 Actiontec MegaPlug Ethernet Adapter User Manual 37 Chapter 6 Setting Up File and Printer Sharing 4. Select Service , then click Add . The “Select Network Service” window appears. 5. Highlight File and printer sharing for Microsoft Networks , then click OK . 6. The “File and Print Sharing” window ...
Page 40 - OK
36 Actiontec MegaPlug Ethernet Adapter User Manual 37 Chapter 6 Setting Up File and Printer Sharing 7. Click OK . The Network window reappears. 8. In the Network window, select Identification . The “Identification” tab appears. 9. In the “Computer Name” text box, type a name different than the other...
Page 41 - Sharing
38 Actiontec MegaPlug Ethernet Adapter User Manual 39 Chapter 6 Setting Up File and Printer Sharing 15. After your computer restarts, Windows prompts for a user name and pass- word. Enter a user name and password, then write them on a sheet of paper, as they will be needed to access the network in t...
Page 42 - Depends on Password -; Printer Sharing; Note
38 Actiontec MegaPlug Ethernet Adapter User Manual 39 Chapter 6 Setting Up File and Printer Sharing Depends on Password - Allows you to set both Read Only and Full access on the shared file or drive. The level of access will depend on the passwords entered in the appropriate field. 20. When finished...
Page 43 - A “Properties” window appears, with the “Sharing” tab displayed.
40 Actiontec MegaPlug Ethernet Adapter User Manual 4. A “Properties” window appears, with the “Sharing” tab displayed. 5. Select Shared As or Share this Printer . This automatically inserts a default name for the printer share name. You can set a password for the printer at this time if you want to ...
Page 44 - Specifications; data encryption
41 Specifications General Model Number HPE 100T (MegaPlug 85 Mbps Ethernet Adapter) Standards HomePlug TurboIEEE 802.310BaseT Security 56-bit DES data encryption Frequency Band 4.3 MH z - 20.9 MH z Modulation OFDM symbol modulation Carrier Modulation DQPSK , DBPSK , ROBO Access Methods CSMA / CA Oth...
Page 45 - LED Indicators; Environmental
42 Actiontec MegaPlug Ethernet Adapter User Manual LED Indicators Power, Link Environmental Power External, 110 - 240v 0.2a, 50 - 60 Hz Certifications FCC part 15, CE Operating Temperature 0º C to 40º C (32ºF to 104ºF) Storage Temperature -20ºC to 70ºC (-4ºF to 158ºF) Operating Humidity 10% to 85% n...
Page 46 - Glossary; Access Point
43 Glossary Access Point A device that allows wireless clients to connect to one another. An access point can also act as a bridge between wireless clients and a “wired” network, such as an Ethernet network. Wireless clients can be moved anywhere within the cover-age area of the access point and rem...
Page 47 - Ethernet Network
44 Actiontec MegaPlug Ethernet Adapter User Manual 45 Appendix B Glossary Ethernet Network A standard wired networking configuration using cables and hubs. Firewall A method preventing users outside the network from accessing and/or damag-ing files or computers on the network. Gateway A central devi...
Page 48 - Router; SSID; WECA (Wireless Ethernet Compatibility Alliance)
44 Actiontec MegaPlug Ethernet Adapter User Manual 45 Appendix B Glossary PPPoE (Point-To-Point Protocol over Ethernet)/PPPoA (Point-To-Point Protocol over ATM) Methods of secure data transmission. Router A central device that manages the data traffic of your network. Subnet Mask A set of four numbe...
Page 50 - Notices; Regulatory Compliance Notices; Class B Equipment; Modifications
47 Notices Regulatory Compliance Notices Class B Equipment This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential i...
Page 51 - Miscellaneous Legal Notices
48 Actiontec MegaPlug Ethernet Adapter User Manual 48 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the fol- lowing two conditions: 1 . This device may not cause harmful interference 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may c...
Page 52 - Limited Warranty; Hardware
49 Limited Warranty Hardware : Actiontec Electronics, Inc., warrants to the end user (“Customer”) that this hardware product will be free from defects in workmanship and materials, under normal use and service, for twelve (12) months from the date of purchase from Actiontec Electronics or its author...
Page 53 - Obtaining Warranty Service
50 Actiontec MegaPlug Ethernet Adapter User Manual THIS ACTIONTEC ELECTRONICS PRODUCT MAY INCLUDE OR BE BUNDLED WITH THIRD-PARTY SOFTWARE, THE USE OF WHICH IS GOVERNED BY A SEPARATE END-USER LICENSE AGREEMENT. THIS ACTIONTEC ELECTRONICS WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO SUCH THIRD-PARTY SOFTWARE. FOR THE A...
Page 54 - Disclaimer
50 Actiontec MegaPlug Ethernet Adapter User Manual 51 Limited Warranty NEITHER ASSUMES NOR AUTHORIZES ANY OTHER PERSON TO ASSUME FOR IT ANY OTHER LIABILITY IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE, INSTALLATION, MAINTENANCE OR USE OF ITS PRODUCTS. ACTIONTEC ELECTRONICS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE UNDER THIS WARRANTY IF ...
Page 55 - Governing Law
52 Actiontec MegaPlug Ethernet Adapter User Manual Governing Law : This Limited Warranty shall be governed by the laws of the State of California, U.S.A., excluding its conflicts of laws and principles, and excluding the United Nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods.
