SMC Networks SMC EZ Connect SMCHT-ETH User manual

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Table of Content
Chapter 1: Introduction………………………………………………………………...3
Features and benefits………..…….…………………………………………3
Packaging Contents...….…….….……………………………………………3
System Requirements.………..……………………………………………..3
Panel: Front and Back……….………………………………………………..3
Chapter 2: Installation………………………………………………………………....5
Overview……………………………………………………………………………..5
Running the InstallShield Wizard………………..……………………..5
Hardware Setup…………..………………………………..…………………..5
Chapter 3: Configuration……………………………………………..10
Overview…………………………………………………………………………….10
Diagnose Powerline Network…………………………….……………..10
•Part 1: Diagnose a local HomePlug device………….…10
•Part 2: Diagnose a Network HomePlug device……….11
Setting up Security on a Local HomePlug device……………..12
Setting up Security on a Network HomePlug device…………13
Appendix A: Troubleshooting……………………………………………………...14
Appendix B: IP Addressing…………………………………………………….……..15
What’s an IP address?............................................15
Dynamic IP addressing…………………………………………….…………15
Static IP addressing……………………………………………………………15
Appendix C: Glossary……………………………………………………………….….16
Appendix D: Product Specification…………………………………………...18
Appendix E: Compliances…………………………………………………………..…19
* Please refer to back cover of the manual for all contact/support
information

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CHAPTER 1 | Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of an EZ Connect™ 85Mbps Turbo Powerline to Ethernet
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 Homeplug Turbo Powerline to Ethernet Adapter provides up
to 85Mbps bandwidth over home AC wiring and since the home power lines are the most
pervasive medium in households with multiple outlets in every room, the HomePlug Turbo
Ethernet Adapter allows multiple home desktops and notebooks to be networked to share
internet connection, printers, files, and play games without any additional wiring. The
installation of the Ethernet Adapter only requires that a 10/100Mbps Network Adapter is
installed on the computers. This makes the HomePlug Turbo Ethernet Adapter compatible
with any device including Mac, Windows, and UNIX machines.
Features and Benefits
•EZ Configuration Utility for Windows – Works on both Windows and Mac based
PCs
•Plug and Play installation – works out of the box
•Extends the range of your wired or wireless network
•Save time and money by using existing home wiring – no need to run CAT-5
cabling
•Ideal solution for connecting your Game Console system to the Internet to play
online games
•Up to 85 Mbps bandwidth over standard home power lines
•56-bit DES encryption for data security
•HomePlug Powerline Specification 1.0 Turbo complaint
Package Contents
Before installing the EZ Connect™ Powerline to Ethernet Desktop Adapter, verify
that you have the items listed under “Package Contents.” Also be sure that you have the
necessary cabling. If any of the items are missing or damaged, contact your local SMC
distributor.
• EZ Connect™ 85Mbps Turbo Powerline to Ethernet Desktop Adapter
• Powerline Cord
• One CAT-5 Ethernet cable
• CD with User Guide and EZ Configuration Utility
• Quick Installation Guide
If possible, retain the carton and original packing materials in case there is a need to return
the product.
System Requirements
• An Ethernet-enabled device, such as a PC or game console system.
• Windows-based PC to use the EZ Configuration Utility
• CD-ROM*
Note: A CD-ROM drive is only required if you want to install the EZ Configuration Utility
from EZ Install CD. This utility can also be downloaded from www.smc.com

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Panel
Front
On Receive PowerPower 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 activityEth LED: Act / Link
for Ethernet Lit detect Ethernet connection
Back

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Chapter 2: Installation
Overview
The installation of the SMCHT-ETH EZ Connect™85Mbps Turbo Powerline to Ethernet Adapter
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 outlet. Users will have options to adjust its security functions and
the platform of the network once everything is installed properly. For further assistance,
please read our Frequently Asked Questions section.
Running the InstallShield Wizard
Please insert the CD into your CD-ROM and wait a moment for the setup screen to come up. If
the CD-ROM does not auto run the CD, please click on ‘Start’ at the bottom left of your screen
(for most Microsoft Windows) and go to ‘Run’. Type in: (CD Drive Letter):\utility\setup.exe and
click ‘OK’.
Once the software is loaded, it will display a dialog box below:
Please click on ‘Next’ to continue the installation.

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On this screen you will be asked to input the User Name and Organization. It is not 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: Check ‘Only for me’ if the user
wishes only he/she can use the utility with that particular account. For those without multiple
accounts or wishes to allow all users to access the utility choose ‘Anyone who uses this
computer (all users)’. When finished, click the ‘Next’ button to continue.
This section allows you to change the default directory where the program is installed. If you
don’t want to change the directory, click ‘Next’ to continue the installation process.

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

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This screen shows that the installation was completed successfully. Click on ‘Finish’ to exit the
wizard. Now its time to setup your hardware connections please refer to the next diagrams.
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-45 port located at the back of the
HomePlug Turbo Ethernet Adapter.
3. Plug your power connector of your power cable into the power connector at the back of the
HomePlug Turbo Ethernet Adapter.

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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 Adapter has its own power filter for
protection against surges.
See below for example.
Power
Outlet Computer
Power Cord Cat-5
Ethernet Cable
Network
Interface
Card:
Cat-5/
RJ-45