Actiontec HPE400T - Manual

2 Actiontec MegaPlug 4-Port Hub 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 power outl...

2 Actiontec MegaPlug 4-Port Hub User Manual 3 Chapter 1 Introduction Getting to Know the 4-Port Hub This section contains a quick description of the Hub’s external features. Front Panel The Hub’s front panel features six lights ( LED s): Power Light The Power light glows green the Hub is powered up ...

4 Actiontec MegaPlug 4-Port Hub User Manual AC IN Port The AC IN port is used to connect Hub with an electrical wall socket via the included Power cable Information Sticker The information sticker (located on the bottom of the Hub) displays the MAC (Media Access Control) address, device ID, and othe...

5 Connecting the MegaPlug Hub To connect the Hub, it must be connected to a computer, plugged into a standard wall outlet, and the Configuration Utility loaded on the computer. Connecting the Hub To use the Hub properly, if should be plugged into electrical outlets, and devices (computers, printers,...

6 Actiontec MegaPlug 4-Port Hub User Manual 7 Chapter 2 Connecting the MegaPlug Hubs 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.” Installing the C...

6 Actiontec MegaPlug 4-Port Hub User Manual 7 Chapter 2 Connecting the MegaPlug Hubs 4. When this window appears, click Finish . 5. Repeat for other computers connected to a Hub. The MegaPlug Hub is now connected and ready to use, and the Configuration Utility is loaded on the computers. Go to chapt...

9 Using the Configuration Utility Once the Hub has been properly connected and installed, the user can further con-figure the Hub using the Actiontec MegaPlug Configuration Utility. The Utility also provides information about the network. To access the Utility: 1. Click Start on the desktop, then Pr...

10 Actiontec MegaPlug 4-Port Hub User Manual 11 Chapter 3 Using the Configuration Utility Local Device(s) on Your Computer The list displays all MegaPlug Hubs connected to the computer. ☞ Note: If no Hub appears in the Device List, make sure the Hub is connected properly (with the appropriate Ethern...

10 Actiontec MegaPlug 4-Port Hub User Manual 11 Chapter 3 Using the Configuration Utility Local Device(s) on Your Computer The list displays all MegaPlug Hubs connected to the computer. ☞ Note: If no Hub appears in the Device List, make sure the Hub is connected properly (with the appropriate Ethern...

12 Actiontec MegaPlug 4-Port Hub 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 versio...

13 Troubleshooting This chapter contains a list of problems that may be encountered while using the MegaPlug 4-Port Hub, and techniques to solve them. Note that these techniques may not be successful in all cases. Also included is a list of frequently asked questions. Troubleshooting If the Hub is s...

14 Actiontec MegaPlug 4-Port Hub User Manual 15 Chapter 4 Troubleshooting The Power and Link lights are on, but I can’t access the router/gateway from the computer s Try plugging the Hub in different power outlets. s Make sure all Hubs on the network are using the same security parameters. Frequentl...

14 Actiontec MegaPlug 4-Port Hub User Manual 15 Chapter 4 Troubleshooting Can my neighbor receive the Hub’s network signal? It is possible for a neighbor to receive the network signal. To prevent this, change the default 56-bit DES security encryption password on the Hub (see chapter 3). How do I fi...

18 Actiontec MegaPlug 4-Port Hub 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 .

18 Actiontec MegaPlug 4-Port Hub 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 IP Addr...

20 Actiontec MegaPlug 4-Port Hub 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. 11. I...

24 Actiontec MegaPlug 4-Port Hub 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, locate th...

26 Actiontec MegaPlug 4-Port Hub 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 Protocol...

26 Actiontec MegaPlug 4-Port Hub 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 ) Properties”...

28 Actiontec MegaPlug 4-Port Hub 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 Connection...

28 Actiontec MegaPlug 4-Port Hub 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 ( TCP...

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...

32 Actiontec MegaPlug 4-Port Hub 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. Rest...

32 Actiontec MegaPlug 4-Port Hub User Manual 33 Chapter 6 Setting Up File and Printer Sharing Windows 2000 After installing and configuring the 4-Port Hub, Windows 2000 automatically enables file sharing. The only item that needs to be altered is workgroup settings. All the computers on the network ...

34 Actiontec MegaPlug 4-Port Hub 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 workgroup na...

36 Actiontec MegaPlug 4-Port Hub 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 appear...

36 Actiontec MegaPlug 4-Port Hub 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 com- ...

38 Actiontec MegaPlug 4-Port Hub 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 the fut...

38 Actiontec MegaPlug 4-Port Hub 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, clic...

40 Actiontec MegaPlug 4-Port Hub 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 restri...

41 Specifications General Model Number HPE 400 T (MegaPlug 85 Mbps 4-Port Hub) Standards HomePlug Turbo Powerline 1.0.1IEEE 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 carr Access Metho...

42 Actiontec MegaPlug 4-Port Hub User Manual LED Indicators Power, HP, 1, 2, 3, 4 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 8...

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...

44 Actiontec MegaPlug 4-Port Hub 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 device tha...

44 Actiontec MegaPlug 4-Port Hub 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 numbers con...

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...

48 Actiontec MegaPlug 4-Port Hub 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 cause u...

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...

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