Frequently Asked Questions
7.What OS does the HomePlug utility software fully support?
Windows 98SE, ME, XP, and 2000. Windows NT and Mac are only supported by the HomePlug Ethernet Bridge (Without installing the HomePlug software with default operating mode as BRIDGE, not NODE)
8.What is the Range of HomePlug?
Approximately 990 feet (300 meters) in wall power lines.
9.How does 56bit-DES compare with Wireless 802.11b 128bit-WEP encryption?
56bit-DES is superior because of its DES type Encryption. Just because 802.11B uses 128bit-WEP with more bits doesn’t mean the encryption is better. Also, the IOGEAR HomePlug devices use hardware 56bit-DES encryption. With hardware encryption the signal is almost impossible to crack. The hardware encryption process does not affect bandwidth, and the encryption is enabled at all times.
