Actiontec electronic HPE200AV user manual Connecting MegaPlug Adapter, Connecting the Adapters

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Connecting the

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MegaPlug Adapter

To connect the Adapter, it must be connected to a computer, plugged into a stan- dard wall outlet, and the Configuration Utility loaded on the computer.

Connecting the Adapters

To use the Adapters properly, two Adapters should be plugged into electrical out- lets, and devices (computers, printers, etc.) connected to them.

Connecting an Adapter to a Computer

1.Get an Adapter and one Ethernet cable.

2.Insert one end of the Ethernet cable into the Ethernet port of the Adapter.

3.Plug the Adapter into a wall outlet.

Note: Do not plug the Adapter into a UPS or power strip with surge protection. The Adapter’s network signal may not pass through these devices.

4.Insert the other end of the Ethernet cable into an Ethernet port on the back of a computer.

Connecting an Adapter to a Router/Gateway

1.Get an Adapter and one Ethernet cable.

2.Insert one end of the Ethernet cable into the Ethernet port of the Adapter.

3.Plug the Adapter into a wall outlet.

Note: Do not plug the Adapter into a UPS or power strip with surge protection. The Adapter’s network signal may not pass through these devices.

4.Insert the other end of the Ethernet cable into an Ethernet port on a router/ gateway connected to a computer.

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Contents MegaPlug Ethernet Adapter Table of Contents This page left intentionally blank Package Contents Introduction1Features System RequirementsPower Light Getting to Know the Ethernet AdapterTechnical Support Connecting MegaPlug Adapter Connecting the AdaptersInstalling the Configuration Utility Connecting the MegaPlug Adapters This page left intentionally blank Using Configuration Utility Encryption KeyAbout Troubleshooting TroubleshootingFrequently Asked Questions What’s the transfer speed over the Adapter’s network?How many Adapters do I need to set up a network? This page left intentionally blank Setting Up Static IP Address Windows VistaPage Setting Up Static IP Address Page 192.168.1.2 Windows XP Setting Up Static IP Address 192.168.1.2 Windows Page Setting Up Static IP Address Enter the following numbers in the IP Address text box Setting Up File Printer Sharing File SharingPage Setting Up File and Printer Sharing Page Printer Sharing Page Specifications a GeneralLED Indicators EnvironmentalGlossary Page Regulatory Compliance Notices ModificationsMiscellaneous Legal Notices Limited Warranty Actiontec Electronics, Inc North Mary Avenue Sunnyvale, CA Limited Warranty