HomePlug Manual
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1. Passwords are case sensitive Upper and lower case letters must be used consistently Network Password Note that you will need to run this utility for each device on your powerline network and HomePlug enter the same Network Password R lt Back Cancel sf Fe 3 After you have entered your desired encryption key the software will then proceed to search your immediate network for HomePlug adapters that have the same encryption key and will make alist of them If you dont see any devices listed please make sure you have applied the right encryption on them You will not be able to see the HomePlug device that is directly connected to your current computer 4 After you have more than one HomePlug units on and with the same encryption exit the program The encryption is now applied and will not reset unless manually changed Powering off the unit will not change the encryption setting Now the installation program will start up All your HomePlug devices should be connected and ready to be configured GigaFast Powerline Network Configuration Utility Welcome to the GigaFast Powerline Network Configuration Utility This utiity will set up security on your GigaFast Powerline product using a Network Password To continue click Next cei Jo 1 0 Installation 1 1 HomePlug USB Adapter PE901 UI Make sure that your HomePlug USB Adapter is not plugged before continuing Insert the installation CD2. 15 2JOAdvanced ENGCIVOION lt tmcscanecateteareraietisumaemeneneehnaseen 15 4 0 Trouble SNOOtINQ s sssssissrrsrnsrrasrnrnnsrnnnnnrnnrnnnrarnnrrnrnrnnsrenrnnrre 20 0 0 Introduction to HomePlug Networking 0 1 Understanding HomePlug Networking Concept HomePlug networking not to be confused with Power over Ethernet has a whole different usage and features Power over Ethernet is a device that serves the purpose of a Hub or switch drawing its power from nearby unsuspecting computers connected to it by a Cat 5 On the other hand HomePlug Networking uses your Current existing or featured power line to transfer network data One might ask isn f there something called X10 or HPNA already Yes however HomePlug can reach up to the speed of 4Mbpps Also 24Mbps is already being tested The way HomePlug works is that a device is connected at one end of the house to your computer and wall plug where it draws power Then at the second section of the house or building a second computer is connected with the same steps Its that simple Now you have a network connecting two computers In addition you can replace the computers with switches so thot you are connecting networks instead of computers The process is done within minutes with no additional cables running all over the place and no painful cable pulling in the walls or behind closets The technology behind the real working mechanism remains classified Hopefully in the future every
3. Anyone who uses this computer all users Only for me aaa InstallShield Cancel Click Install jer PowerPacket Utilities InstallShield Wizard Ready to Install the Program The wizard is ready to begin installation TF you want to review or change any of your installation settings click Back Click Cancel to exit the wizard Current Settings Setup Type Destination Folder C Program Files PowerPacket User Information Name aaa Company bbb InstallShield o You will be brought back to this window after hardware installation Click OK to continue Eo PowerPacket Utilities Connect Hardware Connect PE901 UI it into a USB port on your PC now If this is the first time this adapter Click Finish again jer PowerPacket USB Utilities InstallShield Wizard InstallShield Wizard Completed The InstallShield Wizard has successfully installed PowerPacket USB Utilities Click Finish to exit the wizard ze R cane You have reached the end of installation Restart the computer for 1 2 HomePlug Ethernet Bridge PE902 EB changes to take effect Do not plug in the device onto the network yet Inset CD Replace P CD with your actual CD drive If CD does not automatically load run jer PowerPacket USB Utilities Installer Information E E x CD Drive Letter usb setup exe Click on Next to start installation PowerPacket Utilities Install
4. with hardware installation effect Click Yes to restart now or Mo if you plan to restart later Found New Hardware Wizard Welcome to the Found New Se Hardware Wizard Y This wizard helps you install software for PE901 UI To Powerline Adapter If your hardware came with an installation CD lt 4 or floppy disk insert it now What do you want the wizard to do Install the software automatically Recommended C Install from a list or specific location Advanced Click Next to continue 14 J Windows might ask if you wish to continue Continue anyway when prompted Hardware Installation A The software you are installing for this hardware PE901 UI To Powerline Adapter has not passed Windows Logo testing to verify its compatibility with Windows XP Tell me why this testing is important Continuing your installation of this software may impair or destabilize the correct operation of your system either immediately or in the future Microsoft strongly recommends that you stop this installation now and contact the hardware vendor for software that has passed Windows Logo testing Continue Anyway STOP Installation Installation will continue until the completion is displayed Click Finish Found New Hardware Wizard 7 Completing the Found New aD Hardware Wizard SY The wizard has finished installing the software for Haj PE901 UI To Powerline Adapter Clic
5. HomePlug USB Adapier HomePlug Ethernet Bridge PE90 1 Ul PE902 EB User Manual 4 0 Troubleshooting Problem After connected two HomePlug Adapters and set up everything correctly still can jf connect Possible Cause Not under the same IP Network Signals interrupted by UPS device Solution Make sure you are under the same IP Network then try to Ping the other end Make sure you are not connecting your unit to an extension cord Problem After plugged the USB side of the adapter into the USB socket no installation was prompted Possible Cause Running XP Setting error on Auto detect hardware Solution No solution as of this time Please check equipment and cable For a more updated troubleshooting guide please visit http www gigafastcom Ver 0 1 3 25 02 20 Table of Contents 0 0 Introduction to HomePlug networking 0 1 Powerline Networking CONCEPTS sssssssssesrrreserrerrrrrreres 2 0 2 Encryption and Security s sesssssrersrrrererrrrnrnrrirrrrrrrrerene 2 0 3 Basic Requirements ssssesssrsrsrsrninrnrnnrnrnrnrnrnrerererereree 3 0 4 Feature GEVEIOOMERNTNS s ssssesrsrerrsrrrnnrninrrnrnrnnerrnrerrs 3 0 5 Node ond Bridge sessxesci costs caters vennaimaerrasraeeestnsleauns 3 1 0 Installation 1 1 PE9Q01 UI USB 2K XP Q8 ME iscisusiisceevievrarieciermeanins 5 1 2 PE9O2 EB Ethernet 2K XP ME 98 ereere 1 2 0 Basic Encryption 2 1 Software INStAIOHON sssssssrsrrrrsrsrnrnrerrrrrnrererrrrerrrrrrrns
6. If CD does not automatically load run CD Drive Letter usb setup exe Click on Next to start installation jig PowerPacket USB Utilities InstallShield Wizard E xj Welcome to the InstallShield Wizard for PowerPacket USB Utilities The InstallShield R Wizard will allow you to modify repair or remove PowerPacket USB Utilities To continue click Next lt Back Cancel Accept terms and Continue with by clicking next jig PowerPacket USB Utilities InstallShield Wizard x License Agreement Please read the following license agreement carefully RESTRICTED SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT 1 Confidentiality The GigoFastProprietary Software contained within this package is subject to the restrictions set out in the existing Non Disclosure Agreement between Intellon and Customer 2 License Grant Only as used with GigaFastpowerline transceiver integrated circuits ICs GigaFastgrants Customer either as an individual or as an entity a perpetual non exclusive worldwide irrevocable royalty free license to 1 use modify translate and create derivative works based upon the GigoFas Proprietary z 1 accept the terms in the license agreement Ido not accept the terms in the license agreement InstallShield Enter a username and organization and continue installation 2 0 Basic Encryption Username and Organization have no importance in device operation Window might look slightly different on oth
7. Shield Wizard x changes made to PowerPacket USB Utilities to take effect Click Yes to restart mow or Mo iF you plan to restart later AN You must restart your system For the configuration Welcome to the InstallShield Wizard for PowerPacket Utilities The InstallShield R Wizard will install PowerPacket Utilities on your computer To continue click Next WARNING This program is protected by copyright law and international treaties Back Cancel Please accept forms and continue by clicking next PowerPacket Utilities InstallShield Wizard License Agreement Please read the following license agreement carefully RESTRICTED SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT Confidentiality The Intellon Proprietary Software contained within this package is subject to the restrictions set out in the existing Non Disclosure Agreement between Intellon and Customer 2 License Grant Only as used with Intellon powerline transceiver integrated circuits ICs Intellon grants Customer either as an individual or as an entity a perpetual non exclusive worldwide irrevocable royalty free license to I use modify translate and create derivative works based upon the Intellon Proprietary x 1I accept the terms in the license agreement N I donot accept the terms in the license agreement InstallShield lt Back Cancel 10 1 l
8. Standard home powerline wiring CD ROM drive 0 4 Limitations of Current HomePlug technology and whats ahead The current technology and firmware of HomePlug have the following limitations as of Spring 2002 The range of a HomePlug device reaches up to 900 feet under the same power grid or power transformer The connection cannot pass through any UPS Uninterruptible Power Supply There is also a limitation to number of HomePlug Ethernet Bridges Because of how IP Packets and buffer zones were designed there can only be 2 HomePlug Ethernet Bridges on the same HomePlug network at all times However there can be an unlimited number of nodes present on the network technically soeaking 0 5 Nodes and Bridges What is the difference between a Node and a Bridge A node is any device that resides or is connected directly onto an existing network A computer with a Network card connected to a switch is a node A Mac connected to a hub is also a node A bridge is used when connecting one type or group of networks with another type 3 or group of networks Because connecting every computer from one network together with the other network would result in cables everywhere Instead a bridge is brought in to have 1 connection between the networks instead of 20 The bridge in HomePlug terms functions like a concentration device that connects multiple computers onto the HomePlug network using HomePlug device How do know if require a Nod
9. e or a Bridge How do tell which one currently have The Bridge function only works with Ethernet HomePlug models because USB devices can t be shared yet The default connection type for Ethernet adapters is Bridge The only way to turn it off is to install the utility that comes with the unit That will turn the Bridge into a node It is possible to have both Nodes and Bridges on a network as long as there is only a maximum of 2 Bridge It is also okay to have USB Nodes onthe same network as Ethernet Nodes At this point your computer will searching for any connected HomePlug adapters If you are searching for HomePlug Ethernet Bridge if will find the closest one to the system GigaFast Powerline Network Configuration Utility GigaFast Powerline Security Setup Ready to Search for Your Device The GigaFast Powerline Network Configuration Utility is ready to search for your powerline device If your powerline device is not already plugged in please do so now To continue click Next lt Back Cancel This indicates that the closest HomePlug devices has been located and the encryption is ready to be applied Inset the correct encryption here and click Next GigaFast Powerline Network Configuration Utility GigaFast Powerline Security Setup Network Password Enter your own private password in the Network Password box below Your Network Password can be any combination of numbers or text between 4 and 24 characters long
10. er platforms 2 1 Installing Encryption Software PowerPacket USB Utilities InstallShield Wizard Customer Information 1 Install the encryption software Rev Revision 6 that is found on the CD provided with the HomePlug package 2 Run the Setup for the encryption 3 Affer you complete the setup a Powerline Network Configuration Utility icon will be placed on your desktop Please enter your information User Name I Organization ee ____ 3 0 Advanced Encryption Install this application For Anyone who uses this computer all users C Only for me Adding Changing Encryption Key Make sure that the software is run from a computer thot is directly connected to the HomePlug USB Adapter Ethernet Bridge 1 Double click the Powerline Network Configuration Utility Icon and run the program At this point all your HomePlug devices need to be reset before proceeding Unplug all HomePlug devices and plug them back in after 5 seconds Click install PowerPacket USB Utilities InstallShield Wizard Ready to Install the Program The wizard is ready to begin installation 2 Follow the instructions on screen The setup program will prompt you for a Password Encryption Key Choose a phrase without symbols or punctuation to be used as the Encryption key For example HomePlug2 If an error came before this menu then most likely the computer which the encryption software is current
11. k Finish to close the wizard Plug the Ethernet cable into either your switch or directly into your computer b Ethernet port and plug in the device The power and link light will light up If the light on the Cat 5 port does not light up press the Normal Uplink button The green light should light up Click OK PowerPacket Utilities Connect Hardware 0 x Connect PE902 EB To complete the installation of your PowerPacket enabled device plug it into an Ethernet port on your PC now Press the OK button below when finished pen amp Gicarasy ETHERNET ea aarne trop gt ms Now look at your network setting and see if your current HomePlug Ethernet Bridge is operating in Node or Bridge mode Please refer to Chapter 0 5 on Nodes and Bridges to find out If you have a Node situation then click Yes Otherwise click No ch PowerPacket Utilities Adapter Connection Adapter Connection Is your adapter connected to your computer exactly as show in the diagram YOUR PC ies PE902 EB We rte Car No or Not Sure 313 Enter a username and organization and continue installation Username and Organization have no importance in device operation Window might look slightly different on other platforms jer PowerPacket Utilities InstallShield Wizard Customer Information Please enter your information User Name aaa Organization bbb Install this application For
12. ly running does not have a HomePlug device connected to it Please double check before restarting the software The software must be run from a computer that is directly connected to a HomePlug device IF you want to review or change any of your installation settings click Back Click Cancel to exit the wizard Current Settings Setup Type Destination Folder C Program Files PowerPacket User Information Name aaa Company bbb InstallShield lt Back ene Cancel Installation is now complete After installation is successful a window will bop up prompting for the installation of the HomePlug USB Adapter Plug in the HomePlug USB Adapter to the wall outlet and then plug in the USB cable PowerPacket Utilities InstallShield Wizard InstallShield Wizard Completed Sa PowerPacket Utilities Connect Hardware Connect PE901 UI The InstallShield Wizard has successfully installed PowerPacket Utilities Click Finish to exit the wizard To complete the installation of your PowerPacket enabled device plug it into a USB port on your PC now If this is the First time this adapter F PowerPacket USB Utilities Installer Information i EA Found New Hardware wizard will come up prompting for the installation of Rd5130 Use the search for best driver automatically You must restart your system for the configuration A A AN changes made to PowerPacket USB Utilities to take option Continue
13. one will have a better understanding 0 2 Understanding Encryption and Security Encryption is a method of security used to prevent intruders or unwanted access from within or outside of your network It is basically a string of letters and or numbers used as keys to encrypt your data Any person will need to know the encryption key in order to access the data Even though the data may be exposed to alll environments the encryption will still protect your security from threats 2 This is the end of configuration and ends setup for this HomePlug device only This program must be run on all computers that have connected HomePlug devices This program cannot be run remotely Each computer must have its own program installed GigaFast Powerline Network Configuration Utility Completing the GigaFast Powerline Network Configuration Utility You have successfully completed the GigaFast Powerline Network Configuration Utility Remember to run this utility for each powerline device on your network To close this utility click Finish aa Upon completion of the installation this program does not need to be run again unless the encryption is to be changed The HomePlug adapter will not lose its encryption key by unplugging the power so the unit can be setup and moved to the correct location This will provide basic protection against unwanted access However any person that has physical access to the unit just configured can s
14. till take over a network If you think such a scenario is possible please read the advanced encryption section 210 GigaFast Powerline Network Configuration Utility GigaFast Powerline Security Setup Ready to Configure Your Device The GigaFast Powerline Network Configuration Utility will now configure your device To continue click Next lt Back Cancel After the encryption is successfully applied the program will search for other HomePlug devices with the same encryption GigaFast Powerline Network Configuration Utility GigaFast Powerline Security Setup Configuration Report The powerline device attached to this computer has been configured with your Network Password Other devices that have the same Network Password are displayed below Powerline Network Devices ___ MAC Address 00 90 47 00 1 1d lt Back Cancel 18 HomePlug Encryption and Protection Schemes The HomePlug device uses encryption to block outside access The key is set by using the configuration software that can be loaded from the CD By default the protection is enabled However it is recommended that you change the default encryption key All your HomePlug devices must use the same encryption key in order for the network to work Make sure that all devices are loaded with the same key 0 3 Basic Requirements At least 2 Units of HomePlug Available Ethernet port or USB port for each computer Available empty power slot
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