Allnet ALL168200 User manual

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Powerline Network
Instant Networks for Internet Access…and More!
Solution for SOHO, SMALL OFFICE AND HOME OFFICE
QUICK SETUP GUIDE
for
200 Mbps ETHERNET BRIDGE ALL168200

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PREFACE
This document describes the installation of the Allnet 200 Mbps Powerline Ethernet Bridge ALL168200 Network
products.
Please read this document before installing the product.
TO THE INSTALLER
This publication contains the following sections:
Important safety instructions
The first thing you need to know before you begin to install
Product installation guide
Specification

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This product is intended for connection to the AC power line. For installation instructions, refer to the Installation
section. For removing the device, refer to the Unplug section. The following precautions should be taken when using
this product.
zPlease read all instructions before installing and operating this product.
zPlease keep all instructions for later reference.
zPlease follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.
zUnplug the AC coupler from the wall outlet before cleaning. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. DO NOT
use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners.
zDO NOT operate this product near water.
zThis product should never be placed near or over a radiator, or heat register.
zThis product relies on the building’s electrical installation for short-circuit (over current) protection.
zEnsure that a fuse or circuit breaker no larger than 120 VAC 15A or 240 VAC 6A is used on the phase
conductors (all current-carrying conductors).
zDO NOT allow anything to rest on the product interconnect cords. DO NOT locate this product where people
may walk on the cords.
zBecause the Ethernet Bridge sends data over the powerline, it is recommended that you plug directly into a
power outlet. Do not plug the device into a UPS or power strip with surge protection. This product has its own
power filter for protection against surges.
zOnly a qualified technician should service this product. Opening or removing covers may result in exposure to
dangerous voltage points or other risks.
zUnplug the AC coupler from the wall outlet and refer the product to qualified service personnel for the following
conditions:
¾When the interconnect cords are damaged or frayed.
¾If liquid has been spilled into the product.
¾If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
¾If the product does not operate normally when the operating instructions are followed.
¾If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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THE FIRST THING YOU NEED TO KNOW BEFORE YOU BEGIN TO INSTALL…
1. Before installing, make sure your PC meets these requirements for hardware installation:
zMicrosoft Windows* 98SE, ME, 2000 or XP OS
zPentium® 166 MHz processor, equivalent or higher
zResource on your PC
At least one free Ethernet port for Ethernet bridge ALL168200
2. Your PC must not be configured for another network. This means that:
zNo network clients except for Microsoft Network*, Client for Netware* Networks, or Microsoft Family
Logon* are installed
zNo network services except file and printer sharing for Microsoft Networks or Personal Web Server*
are installed
zNo network protocols except Microsoft’s TCP/IP, IPX/SPX, NetBEUI, or Net BIOS support for IPX/SPX
are installed
3. Network installation requires two steps:
1. Install the Ethernet bridge
2. For each PC to be added to the network, repeat the process
4. Check that you have the following parts for each PC on the network:
Product installation guide for ALL168200 Powerline Ethernet Bridge
1. Hardware ALL168200 Ethernet Bridge
2. Ethernet Cable (CAT 5)
THE FIRST THING YOU NEED TO KNOW

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5. Familiarize yourself with the Ethernet Bridge connections:
6. Limitation of the PLC device:
To meet the safety regulation, the longest distance between powerline carrier devices will be
limited at 100 meter and for in-house use only. Distance more than 100 meters will cause the
signal reduction or data loss.

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Product installation guide
Important:
Do not plug the device into a power strip or surge protector because these devices may
consist of filter and impair signal. Also avoid plugging the device right next to noisy sources
such as cell phone charger, halogen light, noisy desktop computer, vacuum cleaner, etc. Both
cases result in poor transmission speed.
Installation for PC local Powerline network
1. Use the supplied Category 5 Ethernet cable to connect Ethernet Bridge and your PC’s Ethernet port.
2. Plug the Ethernet Bridge to AC outlet.
3. You can repeat steps 1 and 2 for connecting many other links depending on your needs.
4. The ETHERNET LINK/ACT LED indicator should light up after 35 to 75 seconds when you complete the above
connection.
5. The PLC LINK/ACT LED indicator starts blinking when the data communication proceeds on power line.
To share a xDSL or cable modem with Internet access service
1. Connect one Ethernet Bridge to the broadband router
zPlug the Ethernet Bridge into an AC outlet.
zPlug the provided Ethernet cable into the RJ45 connector of the Bridge and plug the other end of the
cable into an available Ethernet port of the router.
2. Connect the other Ethernet Bridge(s) to the PC(s) to share the Internet access
zPlug the Bridge into an AC outlet.
zPlug the provided Ethernet cable into the RJ45 connector of the Bridge and plug the other end of the
cable into Ethernet port on the PC.
As wireless AP (Access Point) Extender
1. Connect one Ethernet Bridge to the broadband router
zPlug the Bridge into an AC outlet.
zPlug the provided Ethernet cable into the RJ45 connector of the Bridge and plug the other end of the
cable into an available Ethernet port of the router.
2. Connect the other Ethernet Bridge to the AP
zPlug the Bridge into an AC outlet.
zPlug the provided Ethernet cable into the RJ45 connector of the Bridge and plug the other end of the
cable into the Ethernet port on the AP.
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To connect other Ethernet device to Powerline network
1. Use the supplied Category 5 Ethernet cable to connect the Ethernet Bridge and your Ethernet device.
2. Plug the Ethernet Bridge to AC outlet.
3. You can repeat steps 1 and 2 for connecting many other links depending on your needs.
4. The ETHERNET LINK/ACT LED indicator should light up after 35 to 75 seconds when you complete the above
connection.
5. The PLC LINK/ACT LED indicator starts blinking when the data communication proceeds on power line.
Note:
1. When you unplug and plug the Ethernet Bridge to the outlet, it will take 35 to 75 seconds to establish the
connection every time.
2. Before you connect any Ethernet Device to the Powerline Bridge, you need to confirm the Ethernet device is
10/100 Base-T compatible.

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Specification
Items Description
Line Rate 200Mbps
Effect Data Rate Up to 80Mbps effective throughput
Frequency Band 2~30 MHz
Access Methods ADTDMA (Advanced Time Division Multiple Access)
Qos 7 Levels
Modulation OFDM
Port One Ethernet port
Standards IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3U, IEEE802.1Q, IEEE802.1P, IEEE 802.3D
Operating System Window 98 SE, Me, NT, 2000,XP, MAC, Linux
Nodes Supports up to 15 nodes per network
Encryption Mixed DES/3DES Encryption 56Bits
LEDs Power, PLC LINK/ACT, ETHERNET LINK/ACT
Operating : 0~40oCTemperature
Storage : -20~60oC
Operating : 10~85% Non-Condensing
Environment
Relative
Humidity Storage : 5~90% Non-Condensing
Power Source 100~240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
LEDs Power Device power on
PLC LINK/ACT On: Powerline adapter detected
Off: No Powerline adapter detected
Blinking: Powerline traffic detected
ETHERNET LINK/ACT On: Ethernet device linked
Off: No Ethernet device linked
Blinking: Ethernet traffic detected
SPECIFICATION