Contents

HDX101 Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter User Guide

Audience, Scope, Conventions, and Formats

vii

How to Use This Manual

viii

How to Print this Manual

viii

Chapter 1

 

Introduction

 

Key Features

1-1

Easy Installation and Management

1-2

Maintenance and Support

1-2

Package Contents

1-2

Connectors, Ports, and Label Information

1-3

The Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter

1-3

The Label on the Rear Panel of the HDX101

1-4

Chapter 2

 

Installing the Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter

 

How the Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter Fits in Your Network

2-1

Prepare to Install Your Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter

2-2

Connect an HDX101 to the Router

2-2

Connect other Powerline HD Ethernet Adapters

2-4

Install the HDX101 Configuration Utility (Highly Recommended)

2-5

Allowing Your Powerline Network to Coexist with a HomePlug Network

2-9

Set Your Network ID

2-11

Add a Device to an Existing Powerline Network

2-15

To Add a New Device from a Locally Connected Computer

2-15

To Add a New Device from a Remotely Connected Computer

2-15

How to Prioritize Traffic on the Powerline Network

2-16

How to Prioritize Traffic by General Application Type

2-16

Advanced QoS Options

2-18

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