Airlink101 APL8512 User manual

Turbo 85 Mbps Powerline Ethernet Adapter
Model # APL8512
User’s Manual
Ver. 1A

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Table of Contents
1. Introduction................................................................................................................................. 3
1.1 Package Contents.................................................................................................................. 3
1.2 Features................................................................................................................................. 3
2. Installing Adapters...................................................................................................................... 4
3. Installing Security Software........................................................................................................ 5
4. Using the Powerline Security Software...................................................................................... 7
4.1 Main Tab............................................................................................................................... 7
4.2 Encryption Tab.................................................................................................................... 10
4.3 Diagnostics Tab .................................................................................................................. 11
4.4 About Tab ........................................................................................................................... 12
5. Specifications............................................................................................................................ 13
Technical Support......................................................................................................................... 14

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1. Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Turbo 85 Mbps Powerline Ethernet Adapter. This adapter
transforms your home’s powerline into an instant home network, allowing you to easily
share high-speed Internet access, online gaming, videos and much more within
seconds. Just follow the quick and easy steps in this guide to setup your home network.
1.1 Package Contents
Before you begin the installation, please check the items of your package. The package
should include the following items:
•Powerline Ethernet Adapter
•Network Cable
•Utility CD
•Quick Installation Guide
1.2 Features
•HomePlug 1.0 compliant
•Operates on existing Home Electricity in cross circuit (works under a single
power meter)
•100% Plug-and-Play, no configuration or software setup required
•Data transmission rate up to 85Mbps
•Built-in QoS and Error Correction features
•56-bit DES Hardware Encryption with Key management for secure power-line
communications
•Compliant with IEEE 802.3/802.u
•10/100mbps auto-sensing LAN port
•Includes user-friendly software for setting up security

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2. Installing Adapters
For sharing Broadband Internet connection throughout your home, connect one end of
the supplied network cable to the router’s LAN port and connect the other end to the
Powerline Adapter. Plug the Powerline Adapter into an electrical outlet.
If you already have another powerline adapter connected to the router, connect one end
of the supplied network cable to your PC, gaming console, or other network device and
connect the other end to the Powerline Adapter. Plug the Powerline Adapter into an
electrical outlet.
Your home network is ready for use! For maximum performance and compatibility, use
additional AirLink101® Powerline Adapters as needed.

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3. Installing Security Software
The Powerline Adapter includes an optional security software you can install to protect
your home network against eavesdroppers and hackers. Follow the instructions in this
section to install the security software.
Step 1 Insert the provided CD into your CD drive and select Install Powerline Utility
from the menu.

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Note: If the Autorun screen doesn’t appear automatically go to Start, Run, and type
D:\Utility\Setup.exe (where D is the letter of your CD drive) and click OK.
Step 2 Click Next at the welcome screen and all of the screens that follow. Do not
change any options.
Step 3 Click Finish once you get to Wizard Complete screen.

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4. Using the Powerline Security Software
Double-click on the PowerLine Icon on your desktop to start the software.
4.1 Main Tab
The Main Tab displays your local powerline adapter as well as other remote adapters
detected by the software.
The Local Device is the powerline adapter connected directly to your computer. All other
powerline adapters are listed under the Powerline Devices list.
Rename: To rename a device, select the desired adapter from the list and click on the
Rename button.

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Enter Password: In order to configure another adapter remotely, you’ll need to enter its
physical password first. Select the desired adapter from the list and click on the Enter
Password button.
The adapter’s password is printed on the back label.
Once the password is successfully entered, it will appear in the device list.
Add: To manually add an adapter to the device list, click on the Add button.

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Enter the Device Name and its password and click OK.
The newly added adapter will appear in the device list.
Scan: Click on the Scan button to scan for all available powerline adapters.

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4.2 Encryption Tab
The Encryption tab allows you to setup security encryption for your network. You need
to connect the adapter directly to your computer to configure the encryption setting. All
adapters in your home must use the same Encryption Key.
Step 1 With the adapter plugged into the electrical outlet, connect the adapter directly to
your computer and go to the Encryption tab.
Step 2 Enter a password in the Encryption Key field.
Step 3 Click on the Set Local Device Only button and click Close.
Step 4 Repeat steps 1 – 3 for all of the powerline adapters in your home. All the
adapters must use the same Encryption Key.
Note: If you have already entered the physical passwords for all of the adapters in your
home as described in the previous section, you can remotely set the encryption key for
all the adapters by entering the Encryption Key and clicking on the Set All Devices
button.
To check if your network is secured, go to the Main tab and verify that the Network
Type is Private.

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4.3 Diagnostics Tab
The Diagnostics tab displays information about all the powerline adapters in your home.
To generate a text report, click on the Text Report button. You can also save or print
the report by clicking on the respective buttons.

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4.4 About Tab
The About tab displays the version number of the Powerline Security Software.
If you wish to disable Auto-scanning of powerline adapters upon startup, uncheck the
AutoScan check box.

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5. Specifications
Connectivity
•Data rate up to 85Mbps
•10/100 auto sensing for Ethernet
port
Powerline
•HomePlug v1.0 compliant
•56-Bit DES Hardware Encryption
•Intellon chipset
•Compliant with IEEE
802.3/802.3u
Software Utility
•Security control
•Monitoring tool
Software Requirements (optional)
•Windows ME, 2000, XP, Vista
Power
•Standard AC Power Jack
LEDs
•PWR: power on/off
•LAN: Link/activity for Ethernet
•PL: Link/activity for Powerline
Weight
•172 g
Dimensions
•97 x 64 x 40 mm
Temperature
•Operating: 0°~ 40°C
•Storage: 20°~ 65° C
Humidity
•Operating: 10~85% (non-
condensing)
•Storage: 5~95% (non-condensing)
Certifications
•FCC, CE
Warranty
•1-Year Limited

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Technical Support
E-mail: [email protected]
Toll Free: 1-888-746-3238
Web Site: www.airlink101.com
* Actual data throughput will vary. Network conditions and environmental factors lower actual data throughput rate. Specifications
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