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Actiontec MegaPlug Wireless Network Extender User Manual

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s the transfer speed over the Extender’s Homeline network?

The Extender’s network transfer speed is 85 Mbps (maximum) over a standard home power line network.

What’s the estimated range of the Extender’s network?

Approximately 300 meters (~985 ft.) in wall power lines (one household). The Extender’s wireless network extends up to 300 meters.

Will the Extender work in any home?

The Extender will work in any home with built-in copper wiring. It may not operate in some older homes (pre-1950) with alternate wiring.

Will the Extender’s Homeline network signal pass through circuit breakers?

Yes, the network signal will pass through circuit breakers. It will not, however, pass through power transformers.

Does the Extender work with a 100 – 240V AC input ?

Yes.

Does using the Extender cause any interference with other home network- ing devices?

No. The Extender operates at a different frequency than other power line control devices and can co-exist with technologies such as X-10, CEBus, and LONworks.

To set up the Extender’s network correctly, do I have to install the Configuration Utility on each computer on the network?

No, the Configuration Utility is a diagnostic and security tool. Since the Extender is fully plug-and-play compatible, it needs no software drivers to operate.

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Contents Wireless Network Extender Table of Contents Limited Warranty Setting Up Static IP AddressSetting Up File and Printer Sharing SpecificationsIntroduction1 FeaturesSystem Requirements Wireless light flickers green when the Extender is activeGetting to Know the Network Extender Power Light What is HomePlug?Actiontec Electronics, Inc 760 N. Mary Avenue Sunnyvale, CA Technical SupportPhone USA Installing the Configuration Utility Installing the Wireless Network ExtenderPlugging in the Extender Page Connecting a Wireless Computer to the Homeline Network This page left intentionally blank Locate Device Using Configuration UtilityIP Setting Setup WizardObtain an IP Address Automatically Wireless SettingDisabled WPA-PSK Device Info Factory DefaultManagement Using the Web Configuration Interface System Summary Wireless Station ListExtender System Properties AdministrationWireless Network IP SettingsHide Ssid Broadcast Wireless SecurityChannel WEP 104/128 bits WEP 64 bitsWEP 128/152 bits Data Rate Adjust the Network Extender’s data rate here Wireless Advanced SettingsPage MAC Filtering Restore Settings from a Backup File Backup/Restore SettingsReboot Firmware UpgradeThis page left intentionally blank Troubleshooting TroubleshootingYes Frequently Asked QuestionsWhich wireless cards will work with the Extender? This page left intentionally blank Windows 98 SE Setting Up Static IP AddressPage 192.168.0.2 Enter the following numbers in the Subnet mask text box Windows MeSetting Up Static IP Address Do not include the periods they are automatically entered Windows Page Setting Up Static IP Address 192.168.0.2 Windows XP Page Setting Up Static IP Address 192.168.0.2 File Sharing Setting Up File Printer SharingWindows XP Page Setting Up File and Printer Sharing Page Setting Up File and Printer Sharing Page Click OK. a System Settings Change window appears. Click Yes Page Printer Sharing Page Frequency Band GHz ~ 2.5 GHz Modulation Specifications aWireless GeneralCarrier Modulation LED IndicatorsPower, Wireless EnvironmentalGlossary Access PointPage Appendix B Glossary This page left intentionally blank Modifications Regulatory Compliance NoticesClass B Equipment All other names are the property of their respective owners Miscellaneous Legal NoticesLimited Warranty Actiontec Electronics, Inc North Mary Avenue Sunnyvale, CA Limited Warranty