SMC Networks SMCHP1D-ETH Getting to Know the Powerline Adapter, LED Indicators, Label, Color

CHAPTER 2 Getting to Know the Powerline Adapter

The SMCHP1D-ETH EZ Connect Powerline to Ethernet Desktop Adapter is the perfect solution for the home/office environment. This Powerline Adapter offers:

•1 – RJ-45 Ethernet Connection (LAN)

•1 – Powerline Connecter

•LEDs for network status and troubleshooting

Note: You will need at least two SMC Powerline devices to create a Powerline network.

LED Indicators

The Barricade includes LED indicators on the front panel that simplify installation and network troubleshooting.

LED	Label	Color	Activity
Power	PWR	Green	Solid LED indicates that the unit is powered on
			No LED light indicates the unit is powered off
HomePlug	HP	Green	Solid LED indicates that a Powerline signal is detected
			Blinking LED indicates traffic is being transmitted
			No LED light indicates no Powerline signal is not detected
Ethernet	ETH	Green	Solid LED indicates a good Ethernet connection is detected
			Blinking LED indicates traffic is being transmitted
			No LED light indicates an Ethernet connection is not detected

Resetting the Powerline Adapter

To reset the SMC EZ Connect Powerline Adapter you will need to use the EZ Configuration Utility to reset the password to the default setting of [HomePlug].