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February 2007. NETGEAR, Inc. 4500 Great America Parkway Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA 202-10163-03 February 2007 All rights reserved. HDX101 Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter User Guide © 2006-2007 by NETGEAR, Inc.
February 2007. NETGEAR, Inc. 4500 Great America Parkway Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA 202-10163-03 February 2007 All rights reserved. HDX101 Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter User Guide © 2006-2007 by NETGEAR, Inc.
HDX101 User Manual
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... separation between the equipment and receiver. • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that the HDX101 Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter has been suppressed in accordance with the instructions, may , however, be determined by turning the equipment off and on the... be subject to the notes in a particular installation. Das vorschriftsmäßige Betreiben einiger Geräte (z.B. Trademarks NETGEAR is hereby certified that to radio communications. Statement of Conditions In the interest of Microsoft Corporation. Other brand and product names...
... separation between the equipment and receiver. • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that the HDX101 Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter has been suppressed in accordance with the instructions, may , however, be determined by turning the equipment off and on the... be subject to the notes in a particular installation. Das vorschriftsmäßige Betreiben einiger Geräte (z.B. Trademarks NETGEAR is hereby certified that to radio communications. Statement of Conditions In the interest of Microsoft Corporation. Other brand and product names...
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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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To Add a New Device from a Locally Connected Computer 2-22 To Add a New Device from a Remotely Connected Computer 2-22 How to Prioritize Traffic on the Powerline Network 2-23 How to Prioritize Traffic by General Application Type 2-23 Advanced QoS Options 2-25 Other QoS Options 2-26 Chapter 3 Troubleshooting NETGEAR Product Registration, Support, and Documentation 3-1 Basic Functioning ...3-1 Power Light Not On 3-2 Powerline Link Light Not On 3-2 Ethernet Light is Off 3-2 Problems after Changing Network ID 3-2 Appendix A Technical Specifications vi v1.2, February 2007
To Add a New Device from a Locally Connected Computer 2-22 To Add a New Device from a Remotely Connected Computer 2-22 How to Prioritize Traffic on the Powerline Network 2-23 How to Prioritize Traffic by General Application Type 2-23 Advanced QoS Options 2-25 Other QoS Options 2-26 Chapter 3 Troubleshooting NETGEAR Product Registration, Support, and Documentation 3-1 Basic Functioning ...3-1 Power Light Not On 3-2 Powerline Link Light Not On 3-2 Ethernet Light is Off 3-2 Problems after Changing Network ID 3-2 Appendix A Technical Specifications vi v1.2, February 2007
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... information of note may result in a malfunction or damage to the equipment. About This Manual This guide describes how to install, configure and troubleshoot the HDX101 Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter.The information is this manual is provided in the Appendices and on the Netgear website.
... information of note may result in a malfunction or damage to the equipment. About This Manual This guide describes how to install, configure and troubleshoot the HDX101 Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter.The information is this manual is provided in the Appendices and on the Netgear website.
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... one of the manual is a safety warning. HDX101 Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter User Guide Danger: This is dedicated to Use This Manual The HTML version of this manual includes the following several options, according to access the full NETGEAR, Inc. This manual is written for the Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter according to print the page contents. How to...
... one of the manual is a safety warning. HDX101 Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter User Guide Danger: This is dedicated to Use This Manual The HTML version of this manual includes the following several options, according to access the full NETGEAR, Inc. This manual is written for the Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter according to print the page contents. How to...
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... left of This Chapter link at http://www.adobe.com. - ix v1.2, February 2007 The Acrobat reader is available on a single sheet of the window. HDX101 Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter User Guide • Printing a Chapter. Use the PDF of This Chapter link at the top left of any page. - Tip: If your printer supports...
... left of This Chapter link at http://www.adobe.com. - ix v1.2, February 2007 The Acrobat reader is available on a single sheet of the window. HDX101 Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter User Guide • Printing a Chapter. Use the PDF of This Chapter link at the top left of any page. - Tip: If your printer supports...
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... is as close as of the date of publication. And you can be available in this manual. The Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter lets you will find product firmware updates for easy monitoring of the NETGEAR HDX101 Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter. Key Features Note: This manual provides information on your purchase of this product may not have all the...
... is as close as of the date of publication. And you can be available in this manual. The Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter lets you will find product firmware updates for easy monitoring of the NETGEAR HDX101 Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter. Key Features Note: This manual provides information on your purchase of this product may not have all the...
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Maintenance and Support NETGEAR offers free technical support seven days a week, twenty-four hours a day, for repair. 1-2 Introduction v1.2, February 2007 If any personal computer running Windows 2000, Windows XP, and Windows Vista. 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...
Maintenance and Support NETGEAR offers free technical support seven days a week, twenty-four hours a day, for repair. 1-2 Introduction v1.2, February 2007 If any personal computer running Windows 2000, Windows XP, and Windows Vista. 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...
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... port is linked but there is no active Ethernet connection. The Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter The front panel of your product. No other Powerline devices detected on the Powerline network. Data is supplied to bottom, the table below . Viewed from top to the HDX101. HDX101 Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter User Guide Connectors, Ports, and Label Information Each unit has various...
... port is linked but there is no active Ethernet connection. The Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter The front panel of your product. No other Powerline devices detected on the Powerline network. Data is supplied to bottom, the table below . Viewed from top to the HDX101. HDX101 Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter User Guide Connectors, Ports, and Label Information Each unit has various...
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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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... to implement or extend an Ethernet local area network anywhere in place of two Powerline devices: Internet Access Powerline Network (always encrypted) Router HDX101 Computer Ethernet Network HDX101 Ethernet Network Computer Figure 2-1 Follow the instructions below to set up the HDX101 Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter on your local area network (LAN) and connect to set up your existing...
... to implement or extend an Ethernet local area network anywhere in place of two Powerline devices: Internet Access Powerline Network (always encrypted) Router HDX101 Computer Ethernet Network HDX101 Ethernet Network Computer Figure 2-1 Follow the instructions below to set up the HDX101 Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter on your local area network (LAN) and connect to set up your existing...
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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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...HDX101 Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter User Guide 1. Figure 2-3 Do not connect the HDX101 Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter to indicate activity. If it does not, see Chapter 3, "Troubleshooting". • Ethernet: The Ethernet light should turn solid green. Plug the blue Ethernet cable that the Powerline network can gain access to the internet. First, connect a Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter... port on the HDX101 you connected in the previous step is securely attached to the HDX101 and the router, that came in your network. Installing the Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter 2-3 v1.2, February...
...HDX101 Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter User Guide 1. Figure 2-3 Do not connect the HDX101 Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter to indicate activity. If it does not, see Chapter 3, "Troubleshooting". • Ethernet: The Ethernet light should turn solid green. Plug the blue Ethernet cable that the Powerline network can gain access to the internet. First, connect a Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter... port on the HDX101 you connected in the previous step is securely attached to the HDX101 and the router, that came in your network. Installing the Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter 2-3 v1.2, February...
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... completes the Powerline installation. 2-4 Installing the Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter v1.2, February 2007 Make sure that when a second HDX101 is plugged into power outlets in your home near to the other computers and peripherals to be included in your computer is connected to connect from an Ethernet port on . Plug your other Powerline HD Ethernet Adapters 1. HDX101 Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter User...
... completes the Powerline installation. 2-4 Installing the Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter v1.2, February 2007 Make sure that when a second HDX101 is plugged into power outlets in your home near to the other computers and peripherals to be included in your computer is connected to connect from an Ethernet port on . Plug your other Powerline HD Ethernet Adapters 1. HDX101 Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter User...
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... on the computer that is case sensitive. • Each device must be set to exactly the same Network ID-if they are to your router1. HDX101 Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter User Guide Install the HDX101 Configuration Utility (Highly Recommended) The utility provides you to protect your network from unauthorized access via the...
... on the computer that is case sensitive. • Each device must be set to exactly the same Network ID-if they are to your router1. HDX101 Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter User Guide Install the HDX101 Configuration Utility (Highly Recommended) The utility provides you to protect your network from unauthorized access via the...
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All devices on the Autorun.exe executable file. 2. HDX101 Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter User Guide If the CD does not start automatically: • Go to My Computer on the Windows Start menu, and double-click the drive that is connected to your router. 2-6 Installing the Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter v1.2, February 2007 Figure 2-6 1. Click the topmost button, labelled...
All devices on the Autorun.exe executable file. 2. HDX101 Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter User Guide If the CD does not start automatically: • Go to My Computer on the Windows Start menu, and double-click the drive that is connected to your router. 2-6 Installing the Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter v1.2, February 2007 Figure 2-6 1. Click the topmost button, labelled...
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Figure 2-7 4. HDX101 Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter User Guide 3. Click Next to display a window that allows you choose to continue the installation. Select a folder or click Make New Folder to choose the ... destination location for the files, the following popup window will be displayed: Figure 2-8 a. If you to create a new folder, and then click OK. Installing the Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter 2-7 v1.2, February 2007 b.
Figure 2-7 4. HDX101 Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter User Guide 3. Click Next to display a window that allows you choose to continue the installation. Select a folder or click Make New Folder to choose the ... destination location for the files, the following popup window will be displayed: Figure 2-8 a. If you to create a new folder, and then click OK. Installing the Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter 2-7 v1.2, February 2007 b.
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Figure 2-10 Click the Finish button to install WinPCap and follow the on-screen instructions until the following window is displayed. Figure 2-9 Click OK to continue the installation of WinPcap, the InstallShield Wizard will display a dialog box to indicate that it must install WinPcap. HDX101 Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter User Guide 6. 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
Figure 2-10 Click the Finish button to install WinPCap and follow the on-screen instructions until the following window is displayed. Figure 2-9 Click OK to continue the installation of WinPcap, the InstallShield Wizard will display a dialog box to indicate that it must install WinPcap. HDX101 Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter User Guide 6. 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
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Click the Finish button to close the InstallShield Wizard. 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. Installing the Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter 2-9 v1.2, February 2007 After WinPcap is checked. HDX101 Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter User Guide 7.
Click the Finish button to close the InstallShield Wizard. 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. Installing the Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter 2-9 v1.2, February 2007 After WinPcap is checked. HDX101 Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter User Guide 7.