Escient MP-150 manual Types of Networks, Ethernet 10/100Mbps, Powerline Networking

HOME NETWORKING PRIMER WD005-1-2 12/22/2003

Types of Networks

Ethernet: 10/100Mbps

The most popular network method because of the low price of the network cards, reliability and speed; but it can be a pain to run the wires through your home. Ethernet networking is built into most modern computers and the current Escient FireBall product line. There are many companies who provide ethernet networking products and they are available at any computer or electronics retailer.

Here is a sample Ethernet Network with a cable or dsl modem connection to the Internet. A “Router” is used to connect multiple Ethernet Devices (including a FireBall-E Music Server and a FireBall DVDM-100) to share a single broadband Internet connection. Each device needs to be connected to the router using an ethernet cable.

Sample Ethernet Network

Powerline Networking

Powerline Networking (also called HomePlug Networking) allows easy network setup across existing 110V electrical outlets. It works with 2 & 3 prong standard 110 volt electrical outlets, transfers data at speeds up to 14 mbps (faster than 802.11b wireless) and it is compatible with 10Mbps or 10/100 Mbps ethernet products.

Powerline adapters are available from the following companies:

Asoka Powerline

Belkin

Corinex Powernet

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