IOGear GHPB42 user manual Welcome

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Welcome

Thank you for purchasing one of the most user-friendly networking devices on the market. IOGEAR’s HomePlug to Ethernet Bridges and the Homeplug Networking Kit are ﬁ rst-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 home power lines. It is easy to set up, and it doesn’t require any additional wiring in the house.

To better serve you, IOGEAR offers an array of additional USB 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

We hope you enjoy using your IOGEAR HomePlug to Ethernet Bridge, another ﬁ rst-rate connectivity solution from IOGEAR.

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IOGEAR, the IOGEAR logo, MiniView, VSE are trademarks or registered trademarks of IOGEAR, Inc. Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines, Inc. Macintosh, G3/G4 and iMac are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. IOGEAR makes no warranty of any kind with regards to the information presented in this document. All information furnished here is for informational purposes only and is subject to change without notice. IOGEAR, Inc. assumes no responsibility for any inaccuracies or errors that may appear in this document.

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Contents HomePlug to Ethernet Bridge Welcome Table of Contents Overview Features Requirements System RequirementsPackage contents IntroductionFront View Back ViewInstallation Hardware InstallationInstallation Installation Installation Installation of the utility software Installation of the utility software Click Next to continue Click Install to start the Installation Wizard Installation of the utility software Powerline Conﬁguration Utility Powerline Conﬁguration Utility Powerline Conﬁguration Utility Powerline Conﬁguration Utility Powerline Conﬁguration Utility Powerline Conﬁguration Utility Powerline Conﬁguration Utility Network Conﬁguration Networking Terms What is a node?What is a bridge? How do I know if I require a node or a Bridge?Can I use both in the same network? HomePlug Network TopologiesUsing the HomePlug Ethernet Bridge Node Mode Using the HomePlug USB Adapter and Ethernet Bridge Node Mode Powerline Network Conﬁguration Network Conﬁguration Using the HomePlug Ethernet bridge to play game remotely Topic 1 Using Network Setup Wizard in Windows XP/2000 Networking BasicsClick Next in the windowright for the Network Setup Wizard Networking Basics Following window, select among Networking Basics Networking Basics Networking Basics Networking Basics Networking Basics Then click Finish on this next window Networking Basics Go to StartProgramsAccessories Command Prompt Networking Basics Topic 3 Assigning a Static IP Address Networking Basics Networking Basics Topic 4. Sharing Disks/Folders Networking Basics Networking Basics Networking Basics Networking Basics Topic 5. Share Printers Networking Basics Networking Basics Networking Basics Click on Add a printer Select the network printer option and click Next Find the printer you would like to share and click Next Networking Basics Networking Basics Sharing Internet Access Topic 6. Sharing Internet AccessPlease follow these steps for setting up Internet Sharing Sharing Internet Access Checking Router Settings Frequently Asked Questions Frequently Asked Questions/TroubleshootingFrequently Asked Questions Frequently Asked Questions Technical Support Technical Support Speciﬁcations Limited Warranty Radio & TV Interference Statement Contact info