IOGear GHPB42 user manual Frequently Asked Questions

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Frequently Asked Questions

7.What OS does the HomePlug utility software fully support?

Windows 98SE, ME, XP, and 2000. Windows NT and Mac are only supported by the HomePlug Ethernet Bridge (Without installing the HomePlug software with default operating mode as BRIDGE, not NODE)

8.What is the Range of HomePlug?

Approximately 990 feet (300 meters) in wall power lines.

9.How does 56bit-DES compare with Wireless 802.11b 128bit-WEP encryption?

56bit-DES is superior because of its DES type Encryption. Just because 802.11B uses 128bit-WEP with more bits doesn’t mean the encryption is better. Also, the IOGEAR HomePlug devices use hardware 56bit-DES encryption. With hardware encryption the signal is almost impossible to crack. The hardware encryption process does not affect bandwidth, and the encryption is enabled at all times.

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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