Page 3 - Table of Contents
PowerLine Ethernet Bridge Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introduction 1 Welcome 1 What’s in this Guide? 2 Chapter 2: Planning your PowerLine Network 3 Network Topology 3 Chapter 3: Getting to Know the PowerLine Bridge 4 The Top Panel 4 The Bridge’s Port, where the Ethernet Port is connected, is locate...
Page 4 - List of Figures
PowerLine Ethernet Bridge List of Figures Figure 2-1: PowerLine Network 3 Figure 3-1: Top Panel 4 Figure 3-2: Front Panel 4 Figure 4-1: Ethernet Port on PC 5 Figure 4-2: Ethernet Port on Bridge 5 Figure 4-3: Plug in the Bridge 6 Figure 5-1: Main Menu 7 Figure 5-2: Stop 7 Figure 5-3: Installing Confi...
Page 5 - Chapter 1: Introduction
1 Chapter 1: IntroductionWelcome PowerLine Ethernet Bridge Chapter 1: Introduction Welcome Thank you for choosing the PowerLine Ethernet Bridge. The Bridge will allow you to network better than ever. How does the Bridge do all of this? The PowerLine Ethernet Bridge lets you turn the existing powerli...
Page 7 - Chapter 2: Planning your PowerLine Network
3 Chapter 2: Planning your PowerLine NetworkNetwork Topology PowerLine Ethernet Bridge Chapter 2: Planning your PowerLine Network Network Topology With the PowerLine products, a network can be created using home powerlines. Computers can be networked over powerlines using PowerLine devices. The Brid...
Page 8 - Chapter 3: Getting to Know the PowerLine Bridge
4 Chapter 3: Getting to Know the PowerLine BridgeThe Top Panel PowerLine Ethernet Bridge Chapter 3: Getting to Know the PowerLine Bridge The Top Panel The Bridge’s Port, where the Ethernet Port is connected, is located on the front panel. Ethernet The Ethernet Port is where you will connect the incl...
Page 9 - Chapter 4: Connecting the PowerLine Ethernet Bridge
5 Chapter 4: Connecting the PowerLine Ethernet BridgeConnecting the Bridge PowerLine Ethernet Bridge Chapter 4: Connecting the PowerLine Ethernet Bridge Connecting the Bridge 1. Plug the included Category 5 Ethernet network cable into the computer’s Ethernet port. 2. Plug the other end of the cable ...
Page 11 - Chapter 5: Using the PowerLine Configuration Utility
7 Chapter 5: Using the PowerLine Configuration UtilityOverview PowerLine Ethernet Bridge Chapter 5: Using the PowerLine Configuration Utility Overview After installing the Bridge, you will run the Setup Wizard to install the PowerLine Configuration Utility. Use this utility to check the PC’s direct ...
Page 16 - Appendix A: Troubleshooting
12 Appendix A: TroubleshootingCommon Problems and Solutions PowerLine Ethernet Bridge Appendix A: Troubleshooting This appendix consists of two parts: “Common Problems and Solutions” and “Frequently Asked Questions.” This appendix provides solutions to problems that may occur during the installation...
Page 18 - Appendix B: Windows Help
14 Appendix B: Windows Help PowerLine Ethernet Bridge Appendix B: Windows Help All wireless products require Microsoft Windows. Windows is the most used operating system in the world and comes with many features that help make networking easier. These features can be accessed through Windows Help an...
Page 26 - Appendix D: Specifications
22 Appendix D: Specifications PowerLine Ethernet Bridge Appendix D: Specifications Standards IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, HomePlug 1.0 Ports One 10/100 Auto-Sensing RJ-45 Port Cabling Type UTP CAT 5 or better Data Rate Up to 14 Mbps LEDs Ethernet, Activity, Link Security Features 56-bit Data Encryption ...
Page 27 - Appendix E: Warranty Information
23 Appendix E: Warranty Information PowerLine Ethernet Bridge Appendix E: Warranty Information LIMITED WARRANTY Linksys warrants to You that, for a period of one year (the “Warranty Period”), your Linksys Product will be substantially free of defects in materials and workmanship under normal use. Yo...
Page 28 - Appendix F: Regulatory Information
24 Appendix F: Regulatory Information PowerLine Ethernet Bridge Appendix F: Regulatory Information FCC STATEMENT This product has been tested and complies with the specifications for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable prote...
Page 29 - Appendix G: Contact Information
25 Appendix G: Contact Information PowerLine Ethernet Bridge Appendix G: Contact Information Need to contact Linksys?Visit us online for information on the latest products and updates to your existing products at: http://www.linksys.com or ftp.linksys.com Can't find information about a product you w...