IOGear GHPU01 Manual de usuario
HomePlug USB Adapter
UserManual(GHPU01)
Thankyouforpurchasingoneofthemostuser-friendlynetworkingdevicesonthemarket.IOGEAR’sHomePlugto
USB adapters are first-class networking devices designed to network your computers at home (or in your small
office). This device allows you to set up your home network via the most pervasive medium in your house – the
homepowerlines.Itiseasytosetup,anditdoesn’trequireanyadditionalwiringinthehouse.
Tobetter serve you, IOGEARoffers an array of additionalUSB 2.0, USB 1.1,FireWire, KVM, and other peripheral
products. For more information or to purchase additional IOGEAR products, visit us at www.IOGEAR.com
Wehope you enjoy using yourIOGEAR HomePlug to USB adapter,another first-rate connectivity solution from
IOGEAR.
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Welcome
Table of Contents
Overview
Features
Requirements
Introduction
Installation
Network Configuration
Networking Basics
- Network Setup Wizard
- Checking IP Address
- Assign a Static IP Address
- Sharing Disks/Folders
- Sharing Printers
- Accessing the Internet
Troubleshooting
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Technical Support
Product Specifications
Limited Warranty
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Overview
IOGEAR’s HomePlug Powerline Network USB Adapter allows you to network your home computers through
the electric power lines in the house. Setting up a home network has never been so simple, just
install the driver, plug the USB end to your computer and plug the power end to your AC power outlet.
That’s it, you are connected!
This unit is compliant to HomePlug Powerline Specification 1.0 and USB 1.1 Specification, and offers up to
12 Mbps bandwidth while being less prone to interference. By offering 56-bit DES encryption, it is also
much more secure than other home networking technologies such as wireless Ethernet.
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Features
• No extra wires, using the most pervasive medium in your home – power lines
• Allows multiple computers to share Internet access, printers, and other resources through the power
lines
• Very easy and intuitive to set up and install
• HomePlug Powerline Specification 1.0 compliant
• USB 1.1 Specification compliant
• Up to 12 Mbps bandwidth
• Up to 990’ distance through the power lines, far enough for most households
• Worldwide compatibility
• Low risk of interference by other RF sources
• 56-bit DES encryption assures data security
• Signal will not pass power meter, thus keeping the data safe in the house
• Encryption done by hardware, with no sacrifice on bandwidth
• Most reliable home networking technology
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• Available USB port and CD-ROM drive for the Windows based computer that you plan to install this
device to
• Windows 98, 98SE, ME, 2000, and XP
• Available power outlet in room
• Standard home power line wiring
Requirements
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SystemRequirements
IOGEAR’s HomePlug to USB adapter allows you to network your computers via your current existing
home power line. It offers a data transmission speed of up to 12 Mbps, and to reach up to 990 feet
through standard power lines.
Packagecontents:
1. HomePlug to USB adapter (drawing)
2. USB Cable (drawing)
3. Power Cable (drawing)
4. User Manual
5. Warranty/Registration card
Introduction
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1. 2. 3.
Introduction
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Front View: (Drawing)
1. Power LED – lights up in green when plugged into a power outlet
2. Collision LED – lights in green whenever there is collision
3. Link LED – lights up in green when plugged into a power outlet
4. ACT LED – blinks in green when there are network activities
5. USB port – connecting to the computer
Back View: (Drawing)
1. Power port – connecting to the wall outlet
Installation
Note:
Do not place HomePlug devices under direct sunlight or near high-heat-emitting devices;
Do not place HomePlug devices near water or wet surfaces to avoid electric hazards;
Do not place HomePlug devices on any moving or unstable surfaces;
It is recommended that you plug the HomePlug devices directly into the wall outlets, not to any power
adapters, surge protectors or any device that filters signals.
1.Remove the HomePlug to USB adapter, the power cord, the USB cable and the installation CD from
the package.
2.Allocate a space for the adapter’s placement. Make sure you avoid the places mentioned
above.
3.Make sure that your HomePlug USB Adapter is NOT plugged in before you install the driver first.
4.If you currently have a 10/100 Base-T network interface card installed in your computer, please
disable the card first.
5.Disable the Microsoft VPN if you have it in your system.
(Note: The following driver installation steps are under Windows XP. Other operating systems will have the similar steps
but the screen may appear different. For Windows 98SE, ME and 2000, you may be prompted to use the Windows CD
under 98SE and ME.)
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