IOGear GHPB42 Network Configuration, Networking Terms What is a node?, What is a bridge?

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Network Configuration

Networking Terms

What is a node?

A node is any given device that resides or is connected onto an existing network. A computer with a network card connected to a switch is a node. The same thing applies to a Mac connected to a hub.

What is a bridge?

A bridge is used when connecting one side of the network with another network. Previously, connecting every computer together with the other network would mean having cables all over the place. Instead a bridge was brought in to have 1 connection between the networks instead of 20. The bridge in the Home- Plug terms functions like a concentration device that connects many computers onto the HomePlug network using 1 HomePlug device.

How do I know if I require a node or a Bridge?

If you want to connect only one computer to the Power line network, you need a node. If you plan to con- nect a group of computers currently not HomePlug ready to the Power line network, you need a bridge. The HomePlug USB adapter can only be used as a node. The HomePlug Ethernet Bridge can be used as either a node or bridge. It is designed as a bridge in default; the only way to turn it off is to install the utility software that comes with the unit. That will turn the bridge into a node.

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Contents HomePlug to Ethernet Bridge Welcome Table of Contents Overview Features System Requirements RequirementsIntroduction Package contentsBack View Front ViewHardware Installation 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 What is a bridge? Networking Terms What is a node?Network Configuration How do I know if I require a node or a Bridge?HomePlug Network Topologies Can I use both in the same network?Using 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 Networking Basics Topic 1 Using Network Setup Wizard in Windows XP/2000Click 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 Topic 6. Sharing Internet Access Sharing Internet AccessPlease follow these steps for setting up Internet Sharing Sharing Internet Access Checking Router Settings Frequently Asked Questions/Troubleshooting Frequently Asked QuestionsFrequently Asked Questions Frequently Asked Questions Technical Support Technical Support Specifications Limited Warranty Radio & TV Interference Statement Contact info