SMC Networks SMCHT-ETH manual

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2 Table of Content Chapter 1: Introduction ………………………………………………………………...3  Features and benefits………..…….…………………………………………3  Packaging Contents ...….…….….……………………………………………3  System Requirements .………..……?[...]

3 CHAPTER 1 | Introduction Congratulations on your purcha se of an EZ Connec t™ 85Mbps Turbo Powerline to Ether net Desktop Adapter (SMCHT-ETH). SMC is proud to provide you with a powerful yet simple communication device for creating a Powerline network to extend the range of your wired or wireless network. The SMC Homep lug Turbo Powerline t o E[...]

4 Panel Front On Receive Power Power LED Off Did not receive Power On Detect other HomePlug devices on the same powerline network HP LED Off Did not detect any other HomePlug devices on the same powerline network Blinking Ethernet activity Eth LED: Act / Link for Ethernet Lit detect Ethernet connection Back[...]

5 Chapter 2: Installation Overview The installation of the SMCHT-ETH EZ Connect ™ 85Mbps Turbo Powerline to Ethernet Ad apter will only take minutes. No setting up for long wires through out the house. Just simply install the software CD that is included in the box and after installation, physically plug the unit into the computer and the wall ou[...]

6 On this screen you will be asked to input the User Name and Org anization. It is n ot crucial to the device itself so enter as desired. The ‘ Install this application for ’ will work under the circumstances when multiple logins are desired. For example: Ch eck ‘Only for me’ if the user wishes only he/she can use the utility with that part[...]

7 This section allows a u ser to go ‘ Back ’ or ‘ Install ’ the utility. In case if the user wishes to change the previous options, cl ick ‘ Back ’ to go back to previous options and ch ange the settings. If not, continue and click the ‘ Install ’ button. This screen shows the progress of the installation.[...]

8 This screen shows that th e installat ion was completed succes sful ly. Click on ‘ Finish’ to exit the wizard. Now its time to setup your hardware conne ctions please r efer to the next diagram s. Hardware Setup 1. Plug your network cable into the computer’s RJ-45 network adapter port. 2. Plug the other end of your network cable into the RJ[...]

9 4. Plug the power plug of your power cable directly into a power outlet on the wall **Note: ** Do not plug the device into a UPS or power strip with surge protection. The HomePlug Turbo Ethernet Adap ter has its own power filter for protection against surges. See below for example. Power Outlet Computer Power Cord Cat-5 Ethernet Cable Network Int[...]

10 Chapter 3: Configuration Overview The HomePlug device uses 56-bit DES encryption to block outs ide access. The key is set by using the HomePlug Configuration Utility on the CD. By default, the protection is enabled. However, it is recommended that yo u change th e default network password. All your HomePlug devices must use the same network pass[...]

11 of this seems to be correct, and you still do not see the device in the Device window, try rebooting your computer. If the problem sti ll persists, please cont act technical support ( Appendix G ). Part 2: Diagnose a Network HomePlug device The Main tab shows all the other HomePlug Un its on your powerline network. It will be represented by MAC [...]

12 Setting Up Security on a Local HomePlug device The Privacy tab will allow you to change the Network Password to the unit that is currently connected to this computer. This netw ork password encrypts all data that is sent from this unit using 56-bit data encryption standard (DES), thus creating a secure home network. ** Note** Every unit on your [...]

13 Setting Up Security on a Network HomePlug device The Privacy Tab will al low users to use one primary computer to contr ol the Network Password of all units on the home net work. First locate the DEK (Device Encryption Key) Ke y printed on the bottom of each device then enter this Key into the Device Password area on the Main Tab . Click ‘ Add[...]

14 Appendix A: Troubleshooting Frequently Asked Questio ns Q. What’s the speed of Turbo HomePlug operat ing over a standard home p ower line network? A. Turbo HomePlug operates up to 85 M bp s ba ndwidth over a standard home power line network. Q. What’s the Estimated Range of HomePlug? A. Approximatel y 300 meters in wall power lines (one h ou[...]

15 Q. I can’t connect to internet and other co mputers on my powerline network? A. 1. Check t o see if your IP address and TCP/ IP protocol are set up prope rly for all the computers on your power line network ( Appendix B ) and try to ping your gateway ( Appendix B ). 2. Check to see if HomePlug Configurat ion Utility can detect all other HomePl[...]

16 Appendix C: Glossary Default Password A password set by the manufacturer t h a t i s u n i q u e t o e a c h d e v i c e a n d i s u s e d t o g e n e r a t e a Default Encryption Key (DEK). The DEK is used o nly for the purpose of encrypting management commands that change the NEK so that the NEK is never sent in the clear over the powerline. D[...]

17 RJ-45 A connector similar to a telephone connector that holds up to eigh t wires used for connecting Ethernet devices. Router Protocol-dependent device that connects subnet works together. Routers are useful in breaking down a very large network into smaller sub networks; they introduce longer delays and typically have much lower thro ughput rat[...]

18 Appendix D: Product Specification Below is an outline of the Technical Sp ecificat ions for the EZ Connect Powerline to Ethernet Desktop Adapter (SMCHT-ETH) Standards: HomePlug v1.01 compatib le IEEE 802.3 10BASE-T Ethernet Interface: RJ-45 (10BASE-T Ethernet) Electrical plug (Powerline) LEDs: Power (PWR) HomePlug LINK/ACT (HP) Ethernet (ETH) Po[...]

19 Appendix E – Complian ces FCC STATEMENT 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 prov ide rea sonable protection against harm ful interference in a resident ial installation. This equip ment gener ates uses and can radiate[...]

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