Actiontec electronic HPAP108T manual Introduction1, Features

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Introduction1

Congratulations for purchasing the Actiontec MegaPlug Wireless Network Extender. The Extender is one of the easiest ways to augment your existing MegaPlug network by introducing wireless networking. Simply plug the Extender into a standard electrical outlet, and your AC-wire-based network is now wireless- capable. Using any wireless-equipped computer, you can surf the Web, exchange files, even print documents, all without the hassle of installing more cables. If you want to take your computer networking to the next level, the Actiontec MegaPlug Wireless Network Extender is sure to be one of the keys to your success.

Features

sSupports HomePlug Powerline Specification 1.0

s85 Mbps data rate (maximum) over standard home power lines

s56-bit DES encryption

sSupports IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.3, and IEEE 802.3u wireless standards

sSupports WEP 64/128/152-bit encryption, WPA, WPA-PSK, 56-bit DES encryption

sTwo-pronged US power plug (fits ungrounded power outlets)

sPower and Wireless indicators

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Contents Wireless Network Extender Table of Contents Setting Up Static IP Address Setting Up File and Printer SharingSpecifications Limited WarrantyFeatures Introduction1System Requirements Wireless light flickers green when the Extender is activeGetting to Know the Network Extender What is HomePlug? Power LightActiontec 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 Using Configuration Utility Locate DeviceSetup Wizard IP SettingWireless Setting Obtain an IP Address AutomaticallyDisabled WPA-PSK Device Info Factory DefaultManagement Using the Web Configuration Interface System Summary Wireless Station ListExtender Administration System PropertiesIP Settings Wireless NetworkHide Ssid Broadcast Wireless SecurityChannel WEP 104/128 bits WEP 64 bitsWEP 128/152 bits Wireless Advanced Settings Data Rate Adjust the Network Extender’s data rate herePage MAC Filtering Backup/Restore Settings Restore Settings from a Backup FileFirmware Upgrade RebootThis page left intentionally blank Troubleshooting TroubleshootingFrequently Asked Questions YesWhich wireless cards will work with the Extender? This page left intentionally blank Setting Up Static IP Address Windows 98 SEPage 192.168.0.2 Windows Me Enter the following numbers in the Subnet mask text boxSetting 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 Specifications a WirelessGeneral Frequency Band GHz ~ 2.5 GHz ModulationLED Indicators Power, WirelessEnvironmental Carrier ModulationAccess Point GlossaryPage Appendix B Glossary This page left intentionally blank Modifications Regulatory Compliance NoticesClass B Equipment Miscellaneous Legal Notices All other names are the property of their respective ownersLimited Warranty Actiontec Electronics, Inc North Mary Avenue Sunnyvale, CA Limited Warranty