IOGear GHPB42 user manual Frequently Asked Questions/Troubleshooting

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Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions/Troubleshooting

1. Will HomePlug work in my house or apartment?

If the house or apartment was built under U.S. building standards using copper wiring, then it will work.

2.What types of security problems will I be facing?

If your house is on the same power grid as your neighbor, then there is a potential for a hacker to get in through your neighbor’s house. However, this is easily remedied by activating the encryption key on the HomePlug device.

3.Will HomePlug work with Mac?

There is currently no software that supports Macs. However, the HomePlug Ethernet Bridge will work with Mac when used as a bridge. Also, by installing Virtual PC software on a Mac, you will be able to install the windows based software under Virtual PC and have this Mac communicate with other PCs on HomePlug network.

4.What is the difference between bridge mode and node mode in the HomePlug Ethernet Bridge (GHPB42W6)?

Bridge mode operates without software installation and can work with any 10/100Base-T or 10Base-T Ether- net connections. By connecting the bridge to a router, switch, or Ethernet based device (XBOX, PlayStation, Web Tablet, PocketPC, Computer, etc.), you will be able to make these devices bridge onto the HomePlug

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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 How do I know if I require a node or a Bridge? Networking Terms What is a node?What is a bridge? Network ConﬁgurationHomePlug 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