ActionTec MegaPlug HPE100T User manual

85 Mbps
MegaPlug
Ethernet Adapter
Model #: HPE100T
User Manual
Ver 1.0
Solutions for the Digital Life™

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Table of Contents
1 Introduction 1
Package Contents 1
Features 2
System Requirements 2
Getting to Know the Ethernet Adapter 3
Technical Support 4
2 Connecting the MegaPlug Adapter 5
Connecting the Adapters 5
Installing the Configuration Utility 6
3 Using the Configuration Utility 9
Quick Setup 9
Advanced 10
About 12
4 Troubleshooting 13
Troubleshooting 13
Frequently Asked Questions 14
5 Setting Up Static IP Address 17
Windows 98 SE 17
Windows Me 20
Windows 2000 23
Windows XP 27
6 Setting Up File and Printer Sharing 31
File Sharing 31
Printer Sharing 39
A Specifications 41
General 41
LED Indicators 42
Environmental 42
B Glossary 43
Notices 47
Regulatory Compliance Notices 47
Modifications 47
Miscellaneous Legal Notices 48
Limited Warranty 49

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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 over home AC wiring. Since
home power lines are the most pervasive medium in households, with multiple
outlets in every room, the MegaPlug Ethernet Adapter allows multiple desktop and
laptop computers to be networked easily, enabling them to share an Internet con-
nection, printers, files, and games, without any additional wiring. If you want to
take your computer networking to the next level, the Actiontec MegaPlug Ethernet
Adapter is sure to be one of the keys to your success.
Package Contents
Make sure the following items came in this package:
s One Actiontec 85 Mbps MegaPlug Ethernet Adapter
s One Ethernet Cable
s Installation CD (includes this manual)
s Quick Start Guide
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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 outlet
s Standard home power wiring
s Computer with the following:
· CD-ROM drive
· IBM compatible running at 200 MHz or better
· Windows 98SE, Me, 2000, or XP installed
· 64 MB of RAM
· Ethernet network adapter
· TCP/IP installed

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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 (LEDs):
Power Light
The Power light glows green when sychronized with another device. If the Power
light is off, it can still be powered up.
Link Light
The Link light glows green when an Ethernet connection is detected, and flickers
when data is being transferred across the Adapter.
Bottom Panel
The Adapter’s bottom panel contains one Ethernet port:
Ethernet Port
The Ethernet port is used to connect the Adapter to a computer or gateway/
router via Ethernet cable.
Information Sticker
The information sticker (located beneath the electrical prongs) displays the MAC
(Media Access Control) address, device ID, serial number, and other information
about the Adapter.

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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.
Actiontec Electronics, Inc.
760 N. Mary Avenue
Sunnyvale, CA 94085
Technical Support
Phone: (USA) 1-888-436-0657
E-mail: http://support.actiontec.com/email_support/support_form.php
Internet: www.actiontec.com/support

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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 devices (computers, printers, etc.) connected to them.
Connecting an Adapter to a Computer
1. Get an Adapter and one Ethernet cable.
2. Insert one end of the Ethernet cable into the Ethernet port of the Adapter.
3. Plug the Adapter into a wall outlet.
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Note: Do not plug the Adapter into a UPS or power strip with
surge protection. The Adapter’s network signal may not pass
through these devices.
4. Insert the other end of the Ethernet cable into an Ethernet port on the back of
a computer.
Connecting an Adapter to a Router/Gateway
1. Get an Adapter and one Ethernet cable.
2. Insert one end of the Ethernet cable into the Ethernet port of the Adapter.
3. Plug the Adapter into a wall outlet.
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Note: Do not plug the Adapter into a UPS or power strip with
surge protection. The Adapter’s network signal may not pass
through these devices.
4. Insert the other end of the Ethernet cable into an Ethernet port on a router/
gateway connected to a computer.
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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 Configuration Utility
After connecting the Adapters, install the Configuration Utility:
1. Insert the Installation CD in the CD-ROM drive of the computer connected
to an Adapter.
2. When the “Welcome” screen appears, click Next.
3. When the “Choose Destination Screen” appears, click Next.

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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 computers. Go to chapter 3, “Using the
Configuration Utility” for information about changing the default configuration
settings of the Adapter.