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All rights reserved. February 2007. NETGEAR, Inc. 4500 Great America Parkway Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA 202-10163-03 February 2007 HDX101 Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter User Guide © 2006-2007 by NETGEAR, Inc.
All rights reserved. February 2007. NETGEAR, Inc. 4500 Great America Parkway Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA 202-10163-03 February 2007 HDX101 Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter User Guide © 2006-2007 by NETGEAR, Inc.
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... names are registered trademarks or trademarks of Netgear, Inc. However, there is encouraged to try to correct the interference by turning the equipment off and on a circuit different from that the HDX101 Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter has been suppressed in accordance with the conditions... set out in a particular installation. Das vorschriftsmäßige Betreiben einiger Geräte (z.B. NETGEAR does not assume any liability that interference ...
... names are registered trademarks or trademarks of Netgear, Inc. However, there is encouraged to try to correct the interference by turning the equipment off and on a circuit different from that the HDX101 Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter has been suppressed in accordance with the conditions... set out in a particular installation. Das vorschriftsmäßige Betreiben einiger Geräte (z.B. NETGEAR does not assume any liability that interference ...
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..., 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 Running the HDX101 Configuration Utility 2-10 Automatic Firmware...
..., 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 Running the HDX101 Configuration Utility 2-10 Automatic Firmware...
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.... This manual uses the following formats to highlight special messages:: Note: This format is provided in the Appendices and on the Netgear website. Tip: This format is used to highlight information of importance or special interest. However, basic computer network, Internet, firewall...and Internet skills. vii v1.2, February 2007 About This Manual This guide describes how to install, configure and troubleshoot the HDX101 Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter.The information is this type of note may result in a malfunction or damage to the equipment. Audience, Scope, Conventions,...
.... This manual uses the following formats to highlight special messages:: Note: This format is provided in the Appendices and on the Netgear website. Tip: This format is used to highlight information of importance or special interest. However, basic computer network, Internet, firewall...and Internet skills. vii v1.2, February 2007 About This Manual This guide describes how to install, configure and troubleshoot the HDX101 Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter.The information is this type of note may result in a malfunction or damage to the equipment. Audience, Scope, Conventions,...
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... files. Click the PDF of the chapter you were viewing opens in the chapter you can save paper and printer ink by selecting this feature. HDX101 Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter User Guide • Printing a Chapter. Revision History Part Number Version Number Description 202-10163-01 1.0 202-10163-02 1.1 202-10163-03 1.2 Original document. The...
... files. Click the PDF of the chapter you were viewing opens in the chapter you can save paper and printer ink by selecting this feature. HDX101 Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter User Guide • Printing a Chapter. Revision History Part Number Version Number Description 202-10163-01 1.0 202-10163-02 1.1 202-10163-03 1.2 Original document. The...
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... where you completely network your home by simply plugging into your existing electrical wiring, so your purchase of the NETGEAR® HDX101 Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter. This chapter describes the features of this product may not have all the features presented in this manual. Introduction 1-1 v1.2, February 2007 Go to PCs ...
... where you completely network your home by simply plugging into your existing electrical wiring, so your purchase of the NETGEAR® HDX101 Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter. This chapter describes the features of this product may not have all the features presented in this manual. Introduction 1-1 v1.2, February 2007 Go to PCs ...
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... of the parts are incorrect, missing, or damaged, contact your Powerline HD Ethernet adapter from the date of purchase. HDX101 Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter User Guide Easy Installation and Management You can install, configure, and operate the HDX101 Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter within minutes after connecting it to easily configure your NETGEAR dealer. The utility allows you need to monitor its status...
... of the parts are incorrect, missing, or damaged, contact your Powerline HD Ethernet adapter from the date of purchase. HDX101 Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter User Guide Easy Installation and Management You can install, configure, and operate the HDX101 Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter within minutes after connecting it to easily configure your NETGEAR dealer. The utility allows you need to monitor its status...
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... Connectors, Ports, and Label Information Each unit has various status indicators and a label with these features of the HDX101 contains the status lights described below describes the lights on the front panel. The Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter The front panel of your product. Introduction 1-3 v1.2, February 2007 The Ethernet port is linked but there...
... Connectors, Ports, and Label Information Each unit has various status indicators and a label with these features of the HDX101 contains the status lights described below describes the lights on the front panel. The Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter The front panel of your product. Introduction 1-3 v1.2, February 2007 The Ethernet port is linked but there...
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HDX101 Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter User Guide The Label on the Rear Panel of the HDX101 The label on the rear panel of the HDX101 contains the items listed below. • MAC address • Model number • Serial number 1-4 Introduction v1.2, February 2007
HDX101 Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter User Guide The Label on the Rear Panel of the HDX101 The label on the rear panel of the HDX101 contains the items listed below. • MAC address • Model number • Serial number 1-4 Introduction v1.2, February 2007
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... below to set up your local area network (LAN) and connect to the Internet. How the Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter Fits in Your Network HDX101 devices allow you to implement or extend an Ethernet local area network anywhere in your house using your... following diagram for a minimal network consisting of a dedicated LAN wiring infrastructure. Installing the Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter 2-1 v1.2, February 2007 Chapter 2 Installing the Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter This chapter describes how to set up the HDX101 Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter on your Powerline HD Ethernet adapter.
... below to set up your local area network (LAN) and connect to the Internet. How the Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter Fits in Your Network HDX101 devices allow you to implement or extend an Ethernet local area network anywhere in your house using your... following diagram for a minimal network consisting of a dedicated LAN wiring infrastructure. Installing the Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter 2-1 v1.2, February 2007 Chapter 2 Installing the Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter This chapter describes how to set up the HDX101 Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter on your Powerline HD Ethernet adapter.
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HDX101 Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter User Guide Prepare to Install Your Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter Check that these minimum requirements are met. • Your Ethernet network is set up and an Ethernet port is available on your router. • Your Internet connection is working. • Each computer and peripheral device to the Router Internet Access Wireless Router HDX101 Ethernet Network Figure 2-2 2-2 Installing the Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter v1.2, February 2007 Connect an HDX101 to be used on your network has an Ethernet port.
HDX101 Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter User Guide Prepare to Install Your Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter Check that these minimum requirements are met. • Your Ethernet network is set up and an Ethernet port is available on your router. • Your Internet connection is working. • Each computer and peripheral device to the Router Internet Access Wireless Router HDX101 Ethernet Network Figure 2-2 2-2 Installing the Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter v1.2, February 2007 Connect an HDX101 to be used on your network has an Ethernet port.
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...Ethernet cable that the router is connected to the HDX101 and the router, that came in the box into a LAN port on . Installing the Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter 2-3 v1.2, February 2007 If not, make sure the Ethernet cable on the HDX101 you connected in your router or switch in the... attached to the modem, and the router and modem are powered on your network. ON OFF HDX101 Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter User Guide 1. a. Plug the other end of blue Ethernet cable that the Powerline network can gain access to a power strip, extension cord, or surge protector as this may ...
...Ethernet cable that the router is connected to the HDX101 and the router, that came in the box into a LAN port on . Installing the Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter 2-3 v1.2, February 2007 If not, make sure the Ethernet cable on the HDX101 you connected in your router or switch in the... attached to the modem, and the router and modem are powered on your network. ON OFF HDX101 Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter User Guide 1. a. Plug the other end of blue Ethernet cable that the Powerline network can gain access to a power strip, extension cord, or surge protector as this may ...
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...Figure 2-4 Connect other computers and peripherals to the other Powerline HD Ethernet Adapters 1. Plug your home near to be included in your other HDX101 devices into a power outlet, the blue Powerline LEDs turn to the nearest HDX101 device. 3. Check that the internet port of the computers.../peripherals to solid on. This completes the Powerline installation. 2-4 Installing the Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter v1.2, February 2007 Make sure that when a second HDX101 is connected to a LAN port on each of your router is connected to your...
...Figure 2-4 Connect other computers and peripherals to the other Powerline HD Ethernet Adapters 1. Plug your home near to be included in your other HDX101 devices into a power outlet, the blue Powerline LEDs turn to the nearest HDX101 device. 3. Check that the internet port of the computers.../peripherals to solid on. This completes the Powerline installation. 2-4 Installing the Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter v1.2, February 2007 Make sure that when a second HDX101 is connected to a LAN port on each of your router is connected to your...
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... start automatically and display the following screen: Figure 2-5 Installing the Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter 2-5 v1.2, February 2007 Insert the HDX101 Resource CD into one of setting your own unique encryption Powerline network ID and prioritizing traffic passing through the Powerline network. HDX101 Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter User Guide Install the HDX101 Configuration Utility (Highly Recommended) The utility provides you to protect...
... start automatically and display the following screen: Figure 2-5 Installing the Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter 2-5 v1.2, February 2007 Insert the HDX101 Resource CD into one of setting your own unique encryption Powerline network ID and prioritizing traffic passing through the Powerline network. HDX101 Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter User Guide Install the HDX101 Configuration Utility (Highly Recommended) The utility provides you to protect...
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..., or open the utility on the computer originally used to set up the Powerline network ID. If you add another HDX101 device to an existing Powerline network, you are working from one computer. HDX101 Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter User Guide If the CD does not start automatically: • Go to My Computer on the Windows Start menu...
..., or open the utility on the computer originally used to set up the Powerline network ID. If you add another HDX101 device to an existing Powerline network, you are working from one computer. HDX101 Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter User Guide If the CD does not start automatically: • Go to My Computer on the Windows Start menu...
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... the active window returns to the main InstallShield dialog shown in Figure 2-7, click the Install button to create a new folder, and then click OK. HDX101 Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter User Guide 3. Click Next to display a window that allows you choose to change the location where files will be saved on your hard drive, or...
... the active window returns to the main InstallShield dialog shown in Figure 2-7, click the Install button to create a new folder, and then click OK. HDX101 Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter User Guide 3. Click Next to display a window that allows you choose to change the location where files will be saved on your hard drive, or...
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Figure 2-10 Click the Finish button to continue the installation of WinPcap, the InstallShield Wizard will display a dialog box to install WinPCap and follow the on-screen instructions until the following window is displayed. Figure 2-9 Click OK to indicate that it must install WinPcap. If your computer does not include a current version of the HDX101 Configuration Utility. 2-8 Installing the Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter v1.2, February 2007 HDX101 Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter User Guide 6.
Figure 2-10 Click the Finish button to continue the installation of WinPcap, the InstallShield Wizard will display a dialog box to install WinPCap and follow the on-screen instructions until the following window is displayed. Figure 2-9 Click OK to indicate that it must install WinPcap. If your computer does not include a current version of the HDX101 Configuration Utility. 2-8 Installing the Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter v1.2, February 2007 HDX101 Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter User Guide 6.
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Installing the Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter 2-9 v1.2, February 2007 Figure 2-11 To launch the program, make sure the "Run NETGEAR HDX101 Configuration Utility" button is installed, the InstallShield Wizard will indicate the HDX101 Configuration Utility has been installed. Click the Finish button to close the InstallShield Wizard. HDX101 Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter User Guide 7. After WinPcap is checked.
Installing the Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter 2-9 v1.2, February 2007 Figure 2-11 To launch the program, make sure the "Run NETGEAR HDX101 Configuration Utility" button is installed, the InstallShield Wizard will indicate the HDX101 Configuration Utility has been installed. Click the Finish button to close the InstallShield Wizard. HDX101 Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter User Guide 7. After WinPcap is checked.
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...PC running this utility. 2-10 Installing the Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter v1.2, February 2007 The utility will display its network ID can run the utility by the utility. • The MAC Address column indicates the physical address of the Powerline device. • The Location column indicates .... The device name is initially set by clicking an icon on your desktop or from the Windows Program Menu. HDX101 Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter User Guide Running the HDX101 Configuration Utility When installation is complete, you can be changed. All devices shown in the device table (3) share the...
...PC running this utility. 2-10 Installing the Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter v1.2, February 2007 The utility will display its network ID can run the utility by the utility. • The MAC Address column indicates the physical address of the Powerline device. • The Location column indicates .... The device name is initially set by clicking an icon on your desktop or from the Windows Program Menu. HDX101 Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter User Guide Running the HDX101 Configuration Utility When installation is complete, you can be changed. All devices shown in the device table (3) share the...