IOGear Switch GHPB42 User Manual

HomePlug to Ethernet Bridge  
User Manual (GHPB42W6)  
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Table of Contents  
Welcome......................................................................................................................................3  
Overview......................................................................................................................................5  
Features ......................................................................................................................................6  
Requirements ..............................................................................................................................7  
Introduction..................................................................................................................................8  
Installation .................................................................................................................................10  
Installation of the utility software................................................................................................14  
Powerline Configuration Utility...................................................................................................19  
Network Configuration...............................................................................................................26  
Networking Basics.....................................................................................................................34  
Sharing Internet Access ............................................................................................................64  
Frequently Asked Questions......................................................................................................68  
Technical Support......................................................................................................................71  
Specifications ............................................................................................................................73  
Limited Warranty........................................................................................................................74  
Radio & TV Interference Statement...........................................................................................75  
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Overview  
IOGEAR’s HomePlug Ethernet Bridge allows you to network your home computers through the most  
pervasive medium in your house - the electric power lines - and share Broadband Internet connections,  
printers, transfer files, play games, and more.  
This unit can be used to HomePlug-enable one computer with a 10/100Base-T adapter, or to make a group  
of computers HomePlug-ready through either a network switch or router.  
It can also be used to link through a powerline two network devices such as gaming devices, wireless  
access points and more.  
This unit is compliant with HomePlug Powerline Specifications 1.0, offers up to 85 Mbps bandwidth, and  
is less prone to interference. Installation requires only that a 10/100Base-T network adapter is installed on  
the computer. By offering 56-bit DES encryption, it is also much more secure than other home networking  
technologies such as wireless Ethernet.  
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Features  
• Extend your WiFi network through existing powerlines  
• Network your gaming devices through powerlines to play games with a remote partner  
• No extra wires required to create a network, simply use the most pervasive medium in your home  
– powerlines  
• Very easy and intuitive to install and set up  
• HomePlug Powerline Specifications 1.0 compliant  
• Up to 85 Mbps bandwidth  
• Up to 990 feet (300 meters) range through powerlines, sufficient for most households  
• Worldwide compatibility  
• Low risk of interference by other RF sources  
• 56-bit DES encryption assures data security  
• Encryption done by hardware, with no sacrifice to bandwidth  
• Most reliable home networking technology  
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Requirements  
System Requirements  
• Available AC power outlets in the room.  
• Standard home power line wiring.  
• Computers with 10/100Base-T adapters, or 10/100Base-T switch/hub.  
• When used as a node: Windows 98SE, ME, 2000, XP.  
• When used as a bridge: any operating system (OS transparent).  
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Introduction  
IOGEAR’s HomePlug to Ethernet Bridge allows you to network your computers via your existing home  
power lines. It offers a data transmission speed of up to 85 Mbps, and reaches up to 990 feet through  
standard power lines.  
Package contents:  
For GHPB42W6 (the kit):  
2 Homeplug to Ethernet bridge  
2 CAT5 patch cable 6 feet  
1 User manual  
1 Utility Software CD  
1 Warranty registration card  
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Introduction  
Front View:  
1. Powerline LED – lights up in green when other  
Homeplug devices are detected on the same  
powerline  
2. Link/ACT – blinks when data is sent through the  
Homeplug connection  
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3. Ethernet port- connecting to the Ethernet of the  
computer or the devices (router, wi-fi access  
point, gaming box, etc.)  
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Back View:  
4. Power connection – connecting the power outlet  
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Installation  
There are several ways to network your computers using the HomePlug Bridge. Before we get started, please  
NOTE:  
Do not place HomePlug devices under direct sunlight or near high heat emitting devices;  
Do not place HomePlug devices near water or wet surfaces to avoid electric hazards;  
Do not place HomePlug devices on any moving or unstable surfaces;  
It is recommended that you plug the HomePlug devices directly into the wall outlets, not to any power adapters,  
surge protectors or any device that filters signals.  
Hardware Installation  
1. Remove the HomePlug Bridge, the CAT5 cable and the installation CD from the package.  
2. Allocate a space for the adapter’s placement. Make sure you avoid the places mentioned above.  
3. Plug one end of the CAT5 cable into the Ethernet port on the computer, and the other end into the  
Ethernet port of the bridge.  
4. Plug the HomePlug bridge on the wall outlet.  
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Installation  
5. There are several ways to see whether the Homeplug bridge is functioning. One way is the observe  
the LED, the Link/ACT LED should start blinking after you plug the bridge in the wall outlet. For most  
of the Windows machines (as this Windows 2000 machine used to create this manual), you should  
see a message being prompted on the tool bar: “Local Area Connection, Speed XX Mbps”. (Speed is  
determined by the Ethernet port speed of the computer.)  
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Installation  
6. You can also go to “Control Panel”, select “Network and Dial up and Connections. Click the “Local Area  
Connection” icon.  
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Installation  
7. You can see the network connection is already established.  
At this point, you can start communicating with the other computers or devices on the powerline. Please  
refer to Network Configuration section in how to set up networks for various purposes.  
In order to add security and other utilities, you will need to install the utility software. Please refer to the  
following section for details. Please notice that Homeplug bridge supports many other operating systems,  
but the utility software is only designed for Windows based computers.  
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Installation of the utility software  
1. Make sure that your HomePlug bridge  
is NOT CONNECTED TO THE COM-  
PUTER before you install the driver.  
2. Insert the installation CD. If CD does  
not automatically load, run (CD Drive  
Letter):\setup.exe.  
3. Click Next.  
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Installation of the utility software  
4. Enter a username and organization  
name, and continue installation.  
(Username and Organization have  
no importance in device operation.  
This window might look slightly dif-  
ferent on other platforms.)  
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Installation of the utility software  
5. Click “Next” to continue.  
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Installation of the utility software  
6. Click “Install” to start the Installation  
Wizard  
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Installation of the utility software  
7. The following window will be  
prompted to indicate that the  
installation is successful.  
To uninstall the driver, simply go to your  
Add/Remove programs control panel  
and remove the IOGEAR Powerline  
Configuration Utilities. Then restort your  
computer to complete the uninstall.  
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Powerline Configuration Utility  
1.  
Double click the IOGear Powerline Utility icon to start  
the Powerline Configuration Utility. The utility is used to  
configure the Homeplug unit”  
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Powerline Configuration Utility  
2. The Main tab shows the HomePlug units that  
are connected to the current computer and  
other devices on the network. It will also tell  
Mac Address of each device. It will refresh the  
window, if you change devices, and also will  
allow you to connect to different networks if  
multiple units are connected to your computer.  
The connection quality will show in the Quality  
tab. You will have to do troubleshooting if see a  
question mark at the Quality tab.  
Note: If you do not see ANY unit in the device  
status, and there is a device connected to your  
computer, try to unplug all devices, and plug them  
back in. Also make sure that the cable connecting  
your computer to the HomePlug device is the right  
type and working correctly. If all of this seems to be  
correct, and you still receive nothing in the Device  
window, try rebooting your computer. If the problem  
still persists, please contact technical support  
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Powerline Configuration Utility  
3. The Main tab shows all the other HomePlug  
units on your powerline network. It will  
represent them by MAC Address, and will also  
show the available bandwidth to each unit  
(Units farther away from the current computer  
might have a lower Data Rate, since the  
distance is farther). If you add or subtract units  
from your home network, you might want to  
re-Scan, by clicking the “Scan” button. This  
will rescan the network, and refresh with any  
changes.  
Note: Only units with the same Network Password  
will be shown, please check that first, to make  
sure they all have the same network password  
(Case sensitive).  
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Powerline Configuration Utility  
Note: If a Unit shows MAC Address of all 0’s, this  
unit might not have a solid connection, or might  
not connect at all. If this is the case please contact  
technical support  
Note: If there are units in your home, that you do not  
see in this Network scan, try to unplug all devices,  
and plug them back in (Only do this with the Units  
that you do not view in the network screen, you  
don’t have to do this with all units. If the problem  
persists, try to move the unit closer to this current  
unit (adjacent plugs on the same wall socket is most  
preferable). If the problem still persists and that  
unit is still not shown on the network, then the unit  
might be defective please contact technical support.  
Otherwise if you view the unit working, distance  
might be the only issue.  
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Powerline Configuration Utility  
4. Press Enter Password button to put in the DEK  
(Device Encryption Key) found on the package  
or device. Enter this key into the Password area.  
Click OK. Add all the DEK keys for each unit in  
your house.  
Note: The DEK is unique for EACH HomePlug devices.  
To use this you will need to input the DEK for each  
unit.”  
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Powerline Configuration Utility  
5.  
After putting in the password, click on Set Local  
Devices Only to ensure all data that is sent  
from this unit are encrypted using 56-bit data  
encryption standard and isolated from the other  
computer on the network.  
Users may also use different network name for  
each HomePlug device attached to a computer.  
After successfully changing the network name,  
click on Set All Devices to activate this feature.  
It will isolate each HomePlug unit from each  
other.  
Note: Every unit on your home network MUST have  
the same Network Name for connectivity to be  
established throughout your home  
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Powerline Configuration Utility  
6.  
The Diagnostics tab will allow users to see  
the devices that are currently available on  
the powerline network  
7.  
This screen displays the version number  
of the utility. Click Close to complete the  
configuration.”  
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Network Configuration  
Networking Terms  
What is a node?  
A node is any given device that resides or is connected onto an existing network. A computer with a network  
card connected to a switch is a node. The same thing applies to a Mac connected to a hub.  
What is a bridge?  
A bridge is used when connecting one side of the network with another network. Previously, connecting  
every computer together with the other network would mean having cables all over the place. Instead a  
bridge was brought in to have 1 connection between the networks instead of 20. The bridge in the Home-  
Plug terms functions like a concentration device that connects many computers onto the HomePlug network  
using 1 HomePlug device.  
How do I know if I require a node or a Bridge?  
If you want to connect only one computer to the Power line network, you need a node. If you plan to con-  
nect a group of computers currently not HomePlug ready to the Power line network, you need a bridge.The  
HomePlug USB adapter can only be used as a node.The HomePlug Ethernet Bridge can be used as either  
a node or bridge. It is designed as a bridge in default; the only way to turn it off is to install the utility software  
that comes with the unit. That will turn the bridge into a node.  
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Network Configuration  
Can I use both in the same network?  
Yes. It is perfectly right to have both nodes and bridges on a network as long the maximum is not exceeded.  
It is also fine to have USB nodes on the same network with Ethernet nodes.  
How do I decide whether I need a USB adapter or Ethernet bridge as a node?  
It should be determined by the available connection on the computer that you plan to connect to the HomePlug  
network. If the computer comes with a 10/100 Base-T network card, use the bridge; if the computer comes  
with USB port, use the USB adapter. If the computer comes with both, you can decide which one to use based  
upon your unique situation.  
For Macintosh and other non-Windows based computers, the Ethernet Bridge is the only choice.  
HomePlug Network Topologies  
There are various ways to connect your computers via HomePlug. If all HomePlug units are used as nodes,  
the topology is usually BUS. If bridges are used to connect two networks together, there maybe both BUS and  
STAR. The following are several examples.  
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Network Configuration  
a. Using the HomePlug Ethernet Bridge (Node Mode)  
(Several HomePlug Bridges can be used)  
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Network Configuration  
b. Using the HomePlug USB Adapter AND Ethernet Bridge (Node Mode)  
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Network Configuration  
c. Using the HomePlug Ethernet bridge to make a sub network HomePlug ready to communicate with  
the other HomePlug nodes.  
Powerline  
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Network Configuration  
d. Using the HomePlug Ethernet bridge to extend the WiFi network and eliminate dead spots.  
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Network Configuration  
e. Using Homeplug bridge to share Broadband Internet access through the whole house.  
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Network Configuration  
f. Using the HomePlug Ethernet bridge to play game remotely.  
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Networking Basics  
Prior to installing HomePlug, you may have had some ideas about using your new network. This section  
will help you get started on those ideas or even give you some new ones. It will go through the process of  
sharing files, printing from any computer on the network, or accessing the Internet on multiple computers  
with one connection. Please note that this section is just an outline of a few networking basics and not  
intended to be a comprehensive guide to networking.  
Topic 1: Using Network Setup Wizard in Windows XP/2000  
In the following section, you will learn how to set up a network at a home or business, using Microsoft  
Windows XP/2000.  
Go to My Computer>Control Panel>Network Connections.  
Select “Set up a home or small office network”.  
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1. Click “Next” in the window(right) for the  
Network Setup Wizard.  
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2. Read and follow the instructions in  
the following window and then click  
“Next”.  
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3. In the following window, select  
among  
the 3 options which best describe this  
computer and then click “Next”. If your  
computer connects to a broadband  
router/gateway, select the second  
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4. Fill in the information in the following  
window as you desire and then click  
“Next”.  
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5. Enter the Workgroup name as  
you wish and then click “Next”.  
(Very important: All computers on  
your network should have the same  
Workgroup.  
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6. Review the setting in the following  
screen, and click “Next” to continue. If  
you want to change any settings, you  
need to click “Back” and start over again.  
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7. Please wait while the Network Setup  
Wizard applies the changes and configures  
the computer.  
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8. When the configuration is done, the following  
screen will come up.Select one of the 4 options  
according to your needs. (In this example, the  
last choice was selected.) Click “Next.”  
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9. Then click “Finish” on this next window.  
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10. The new setting will take effect after you restart the computer. Click “Yes” to restart the  
computer.  
Congratulations, you have completed configuring this computer! After setting up networks on all your computers on  
the network, you will be able to use your HomePlug network to share files, printers, and Internet connections.  
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Networking Basics  
Topic 2: Checking IP ad-  
dresses in Windows  
XP/2000  
Go to  
Start>Programs>Accessories>  
Command Prompt.  
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1. Type “ipconfig” at the prompt, then press Enter.You will see the IP address of this computer.  
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Topic 3: Assigning a Static IP Address  
(Note: If you use DHCP-capable gateway/router, you  
don’t need to assign any static IP addresses because  
the gateway/router will automatically assign IP ad-  
dresses to the computers on the network.)  
Go to Start>Settings>Control Panel>Network  
Connections>Local Area Connection  
Right click on Local Area Connection, then double  
click on Properties, you will see a window similar  
to this:  
Select “Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)” and then click  
on Properties.  
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1. At the following window, select “Use the following  
IP address:”, and fill in the desired IP address  
and subnet mask (it is recommended to use the  
default subnet mask as shown in the following  
window. Subnet mask must be the same for all  
the computers on the network.)  
If you need to enter DNS address, you must  
enter the address of the default gateway.  
Click on “OK”.  
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2.Click “Close” on the Local Area Connection  
Properties window.  
You have completed static IP address assignment.  
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Topic 4. Sharing Disks/Folders  
Once the network has been checked / configured, you can access other systems via “My Network Places”.  
To allow other systems to access data on your disks / in your folders, you have to give permission to  
share your disks and/or folders.  
1. Select the disk (or the folder) to be shared (for example in “My Computer”) and right-click on the  
icon of the disk to get the Context / popup-menu; select “Sharing and Security.”  
It is recommended to share only folders instead of the disk drive to avoid any security related issues.  
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Once you have selected the  
folder to be shared, right-  
click to select “sharing and  
security.”  
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2. In the following window, click to select “Share this  
folder”. Then click on “Permission”.  
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3. Please note that by default, all users defined on  
your XP Professional system will have full  
permissions. You can reduce the permissions  
(for example to allow only Read-access) and/or  
you could add a different group of users to have  
access permission (but then you should delete  
the group “Everyone” from this list).  
In the following Permission settings, make sure  
you are giving the right permissions and then  
click OK to accept the settings.  
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4. Click OK on the original Sharing and Security  
window to conclude the process.  
5. Once a disk or folder is shared, the icon will  
show it via the “holding hand.”  
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Topic 5. Share Printers  
You may now share any installed print-  
ers connected to this computer with  
other computers on your network.  
1. Using the computer that has the  
printer already connected to it, go  
to: Start > Control Panel > Printers  
and Faxes.  
Click on the printer you want to share  
with others on the network and select  
“Share this printer”.  
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2. In the following window, click on “Share this  
Printerand type in the share name you would like.  
After this is done, click on “Apply” and then “OK”.  
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Now when you go to “Printers  
and Faxes” in the Control  
Panel, you will see the sup-  
porting hand underneath the  
printer, which means that the  
printer is being shared in the  
network.  
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For a computer to access a Network  
Printer, the device driver or software for  
that printer must be installed and pointed  
to the proper location of the printer. This  
is done similarly to the way you installed  
the printer on the computer it is con-  
nected to.  
1. Go to a computer that is not  
connected to the printer and select  
“Start” from the Task Bar “Control Pan-  
el” then “Printers and other Hardware”.  
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2. Click on “Add a printer”.  
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3. Select the network printer  
option and click Next.  
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4. Find the printer you would  
like to share and click Next.  
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Decide if you would like to  
choose this printer as a default  
printer and click Next.  
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You have now added the printer  
to your computer, click Finish.  
Now you may use the Network  
Printer as if it was directly con-  
nected to the computer. Make  
sure that the computer which is  
directly connected to the printer  
is on.  
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Sharing Internet Access  
Topic 6. Sharing Internet Access  
So how can the Internet connection be shared among other computers on the HomePlug network?  
Since neither the HomePlug Bridge nor USB Adapter are capable of routing at this time, a router is neces-  
sary in order to share an Internet connection. Future versions of the HomePlug Bridge or USB Adapter  
may feature built-in routing capabilities.  
The following items are required for successfully sharing the Internet connection:  
One (1) Router  
One (1) HomePlug Bridge  
One (1) DSL/Cable Modem  
Active ISP Service for the DSL/Cable Modem  
CAT5 Cables  
Also all computers that share the Internet connection must be connected to a HomePlug to  
USB Adapter or a HomePlug Bridge.  
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Sharing Internet Access  
Please follow these steps for setting up Internet Sharing:  
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a. Make sure that the DSL/Cable modem is connected to the Router (using the WAN port on the router.)  
b. Connect the HomePlug Bridge to the Router (using the Uplink port on the router.)  
c. Check the link light on the HomePlug Bridge. It must light up green.  
d. Make sure that the computers that need access to the Internet via the HomePlug network are each  
connected to a HomePlug Adapter or a HomePlug Bridge and reside on the same power grid.  
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Sharing Internet Access  
Checking Router Settings:  
Please make sure that the following settings on your router are set:  
(The setup windows will depend on the router manufacturer’s software.)  
A) The IP should be obtained automatically;  
B) DHCP must be enabled;  
C) Release DHCP and then Renew DHCP to reset the IP Addresses. It is recom-  
mended that you verify that IP Addresses are obtained.  
Once all the above steps have been completed, all HomePlug connected computers will be able to ac-  
cess the Internet.  
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Frequently Asked Questions  
Frequently Asked Questions/Troubleshooting  
1. Will HomePlug work in my house or apartment?  
If the house or apartment was built under U.S. building standards using copper wiring, then it will work.  
2. What types of security problems will I be facing?  
If your house is on the same power grid as your neighbor, then there is a potential for a  
hacker to get in through your neighbor’s house. However, this is easily remedied by  
activating the encryption key on the HomePlug device.  
3. Will HomePlug work with Mac?  
There is currently no software that supports Macs. However, the HomePlug Ethernet Bridge will work with  
Mac when used as a bridge. Also, by installing Virtual PC software on a Mac, you will be able to install the  
windows based software under Virtual PC and have this Mac communicate with other PCs on HomePlug  
network.  
4. What is the difference between bridge mode and node mode in the HomePlug Ethernet Bridge  
(GHPB42W6)?  
Bridge mode operates without software installation and can work with any 10/100Base-T or 10Base-T Ether-  
net connections. By connecting the bridge to a router, switch, or Ethernet based device (XBOX, PlayStation,  
Web Tablet, PocketPC, Computer, etc.), you will be able to make these devices bridge onto the HomePlug  
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Frequently Asked Questions  
network.  
Node mode operates by connecting the Ethernet bridge (GHPB42W6) to one computer (ONLY) and  
installing drivers onto the computer, allowing it to set the device into Node Mode. The advantage with  
Node Mode operation is there is no limitation to the number of nodes that can operate on a HomePlug  
network.  
5. Will HomePlug operate on different Circuit Breakers?  
Yes. Circuit breakers do not affect performance of HomePlug devices, however the signal will not pass  
through the power transformers outside your house.  
6. Can Neighbors get my HomePlug signal?  
It is possible for your immediate (next door) neighbor to receive residual signal from your HomePlug  
adapter. Unlikely, but possible. To prevent your neighbors from hacking your network, the best thing you  
can do is type a different encryption password into your device when setting the encryption password.  
Note: All devices must have the same password to be on one network. If devices do not have the  
same encryption password, they will not be able to communicate with each other.  
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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.  
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Technical Support  
To help IOGEAR® customers obtain the highest level of performance from their HomePlug  
devices, the IOGEAR® Service Support team is available to answer your technical ques-  
tions. Do not hesitate to call if you are having trouble getting your device to work correctly.  
IOGEAR® Service Support can be reached by phone from 9am to 5pm Pacific Standard  
Time, Monday through Friday or at the following address:  
Toll Free 866-9-IOGEAR (USA)  
Phone: 949-453-8782  
23 Hubble  
Irvine, CA 92618  
give a brief description of the problem, and what you were doing when the problem occurred,  
before calling Service Support. The Service Support representative will be able to serve you  
much quicker if you are prepared to answer the nine questions listed below.  
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1) What is the purchase date and serial number of the product?  
2) Were any messages displayed on the screen when the error occurred? If so, what  
was the exact wording of the message?  
3) What type of Computer are you using?  
4) When does the problem occur?  
5) Can the problem be reproduced? If so, what are the steps necessary to reproduce  
the problem?  
6) What version of the OS are you using?  
7) Are you on a network? If so, what type of network is it?  
8) What have you already tried to get the problem resolved?  
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Specifications  
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Limited Warranty  
IN NO EVENT SHALL THE DIRECT VENDOR’S LIABILITY FOR DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCI-  
DENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT, DISK,  
OR ITS DOCUMENTATION EXCEED THE PRICE PAID FOR THE PRODUCT.  
The direct vendor makes no warranty or representation, expressed, implied, or statutory with respect to  
the contents or use of this documentation, and especially disclaims its quality, performance, merchant-  
ability, or fitness for any particular purpose.  
The direct vendor also reserves the right to revise or update the device or documentation without  
obligation to notify any individual or entity of such revisions, or updates. For further inquiries please  
contact your direct vendor.  
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Radio & TV Interference Statement  
WARNING!!! This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed  
and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause interference to radio communications. This  
equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B computing device pursuant  
to Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC Rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such  
interference when operated in a commercial environment. Operation of this equipment in a residential area  
is likely to cause interference, in which case the user at his own expense will be required to take whatever  
measures may be required to correct the interference.  
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Contact info.  
23 Hubble  
Irvine, CA 92618  
(P) 949.453.8782  
(F) 949.453.8785  
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