Linksys USB200HA manual Table of Contents, Introduction

Linksys HomeLink™ Series

Table of Contents

Introduction	1
Package Contents	2
Windows & Computer Compatibility	2
Getting to Know the Phoneline 10M USB	3
Network Adapter
The Adapter’s Ports	3
The Adapter’s LEDs	4
The USB Icon	4
USB Cabling	5
Modem and Fax Compatibility	5
Installing the Phoneline 10M USB	6
Network Adapter
Installing the USB Network Adapter & Cabling	6
Connecting to a Phoneline Network	7
Connecting to an Ethernet or Fast Ethernet Network	8
Windows 98 Installation & Setup	9
Installing the USB Network Adapter’s Driver	9
Network Component Configuration	13
Sharing Your Files & Printers	18
Windows 2000 Installation & Setup	20
Installing the USB Network Adapter’s Driver	20
Troubleshooting	23
Appendix	26
Client For Microsoft Setup for Windows 98	26
Novell NetWare 3.x Client Setup for Windows 98	27
Starting Over in Windows 98	28
Starting Over in Windows 2000	32
Manually Installing Network Components in Windows 98	34
Open Source & Beta Operating Systems	35
Telephone Cabling	38
Specifications	39
Customer Support	40

Phoneline 10M USB Network Adapter

Introduction

HomeLink Phoneline 10M USB Network Adapter

Congratulations on your purchase of the Linksys HomeLink Phoneline 10M USB Network Adapter. Now you’ll be able to instantly connect

multiple PCs over your telephone wiring and talk on the phone at the same time. There's no need for extra hubs or cables. The network runs on standard home-grade telephone lines, just like the ones you use every day.

The HomeLink Phoneline 10M USB Network Adapter allows your phone line to carry network data at the same time it carries your regular telephone voice service. The USB device is equipped with two standard telephone ports and one USB port, which you can use to connect to any 1Mbps or 10Mbps HomeLink network without swapping devices or running multiple adapters. The Adapter connects to your Windows 98 or Windows 2000 PC’s USB port. Plug the HomeLink Phoneline 10M USB Network Adapter into any standard wall jack, and you’re networked.

Features

•Network Your Computers Using Your Existing Telephone Line

•Easy Plug-and-Play Installation- Installs Without Opening Your PC Case

•Works with Windows 98 or Windows 2000 PCs With a USB Port

•10Mbps Transfer Rate Over Telephone Lines

•External USB Network Adapter with two RJ-11 Modular Telephone Ports

•USB Cable and Phone Cable Included—Nothing More to Buy

•4 Easy-to-Read LED Status Indicators

•HomePNA-Compatible Technology

•Connect Up to 30 PCs Together On Your HomeLink 10M Phoneline Network

•Backward Compatible with 1Mbps HomePNA-Compatible Hardware

•No Hubs or Switches Required - Data Travels Over Your Phone Lines

•Share High-Speed Internet Access with Your Phoneline Network Users

•Free 24-Hour Technical Support (North America Only)

•1-Year Limited Warranty

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