Chapter 1 Introduction
Getting to Know the Ethernet Adapter
This section contains a quick description of the Adapter’s external features.
Front Panel
The Adapter’s front panel features 3 lights (LEDs):
Power Light
The Power light glows green when sychronized with another device. If the Power light is off, it can still be powered up.
Link Light
The Link light glows green when an Ethernet connection is detected.
Ethernet Light
The Ethernet light flickers when data is being transferred across the Adapter.
Bottom Panel
The Adapter’s bottom panel contains one Ethernet port:
Ethernet Port
The Ethernet port is used to connect the Adapter to a computer or gateway/ router via Ethernet cable.
Information Sticker
The information sticker (located beneath the electrical prongs) displays the MAC (Media Access Control) address, device ID, serial number and other information about the Adapter.
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