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... IC RF exposure compliance requirements, please follow the specific operating instructions for exposure to radio frequency waves. Europe - FCC RF Radiation Exposure and SAR Statements SAR Statement The NETGEAR MCA1001 has been tested for this device was 1.380 W/kg. tímto prohlašuje, že tento MCA1001 Coax-Ethernet Adapter je ve shodì se základní...
... IC RF exposure compliance requirements, please follow the specific operating instructions for exposure to radio frequency waves. Europe - FCC RF Radiation Exposure and SAR Statements SAR Statement The NETGEAR MCA1001 has been tested for this device was 1.380 W/kg. tímto prohlašuje, že tento MCA1001 Coax-Ethernet Adapter je ve shodì se základní...
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... Modem 2 Using with a DSL Modem 6 Using with Multimedia Devices 9 Chapter 3 Managing Your MCA1001 Coax-Ethernet Adapter Network Why Do I need the MCA1001 Configuration Utility 1 Installing and Starting the MCA1001 Configuration Utility 2 Installing the MCA1001 Configuration Utility 2 Configuring Your Computer and the MCA1001 2 Starting the MCA1001 Configuration Utility 4 Putting the Updated MCA1001 Back Into Your Network 5 Updating Your Coax-Ethernet Adapter Firmware 6 Viewing Statistics ...8 Setting Up Security ...10 Configuring the Coax Settings 12 Restoring the Default...
... Modem 2 Using with a DSL Modem 6 Using with Multimedia Devices 9 Chapter 3 Managing Your MCA1001 Coax-Ethernet Adapter Network Why Do I need the MCA1001 Configuration Utility 1 Installing and Starting the MCA1001 Configuration Utility 2 Installing the MCA1001 Configuration Utility 2 Configuring Your Computer and the MCA1001 2 Starting the MCA1001 Configuration Utility 4 Putting the Updated MCA1001 Back Into Your Network 5 Updating Your Coax-Ethernet Adapter Firmware 6 Viewing Statistics ...8 Setting Up Security ...10 Configuring the Coax Settings 12 Restoring the Default...
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Coax-Ethernet Adapter MCA1001 User Manual Appendix A Technical Specifications and Factory Default Settings Technical Specifications ...1 Factory Default Settings ...2 Appendix B Understanding Home Networking Assessing Your Speed Requirements 2 Optimizing the Performance of Your Home Network 3 Optimizing Wireless Performance 3 Optimizing Your Network Bandwidth 4 Optimizing Media File Performance 6 Tips for Streaming Video 7 viii v1.0, December 2008
Coax-Ethernet Adapter MCA1001 User Manual Appendix A Technical Specifications and Factory Default Settings Technical Specifications ...1 Factory Default Settings ...2 Appendix B Understanding Home Networking Assessing Your Speed Requirements 2 Optimizing the Performance of Your Home Network 3 Optimizing Wireless Performance 3 Optimizing Your Network Bandwidth 4 Optimizing Media File Performance 6 Tips for Streaming Video 7 viii v1.0, December 2008
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..., and accessible to the devices you need to return the product for repair. This chapter includes the following sections: • "Unpacking Your Coax-Ethernet Adapters" on page 1-1 • "Hardware Features" on page 1-2 • "About the MCA1001 Configuration Utility" on page 1-5 Unpacking Your Coax-Ethernet Adapters The product package contains the following items: • MCA1001 Coax-Ethernet Adapters • Ethernet and coax cables • Power adapters (varying by region) • Installation Guide...
..., and accessible to the devices you need to return the product for repair. This chapter includes the following sections: • "Unpacking Your Coax-Ethernet Adapters" on page 1-1 • "Hardware Features" on page 1-2 • "About the MCA1001 Configuration Utility" on page 1-5 Unpacking Your Coax-Ethernet Adapters The product package contains the following items: • MCA1001 Coax-Ethernet Adapters • Ethernet and coax cables • Power adapters (varying by region) • Installation Guide...
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... LED. Mode Solid Off Ethernet Solid Blinking Off • Solid. The Ethernet port is linked, but there is no electrical power. Front Panel The coax-ethernet adapter front panel, shown in Normal Mode and is no activity. • Blinking. There is no Ethernet connection. 1-2 Getting to Know Your Coax-Ethernet Adapter v1.0, December 2008 The Coax-Ethernet Adapter is in Figure 1-1, contains LEDs. There is sending/ receiving traffic. • Solid. Coax-Ethernet Adapter MCA1001 User Manual Hardware Features Before you install and connect your coax-ethernet adapters...
... LED. Mode Solid Off Ethernet Solid Blinking Off • Solid. The Ethernet port is linked, but there is no electrical power. Front Panel The coax-ethernet adapter front panel, shown in Normal Mode and is no activity. • Blinking. There is no Ethernet connection. 1-2 Getting to Know Your Coax-Ethernet Adapter v1.0, December 2008 The Coax-Ethernet Adapter is in Figure 1-1, contains LEDs. There is sending/ receiving traffic. • Solid. Coax-Ethernet Adapter MCA1001 User Manual Hardware Features Before you install and connect your coax-ethernet adapters...
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...Coax-Ethernet Adapter MCA1001 User Manual Table 1-1. LED Descriptions (continued) Label Coax traffic LED Activitya Solid Off Description • Solid. a. Power outlet Reset button LED button (Off/On) Ethernet port Coax IN Coax OUT Mode button (Configuration/Normal) Figure 1-2 Viewed from left to the Coax-Ethernet Adapter. Rear Panel The coax-ethernet adapter rear panel, shown in Table 1-2. Table 1-2. No link is pressed in, all LEDs are deactivated (see "LED button (Off/On)" on page 1-3). If the LED button on the Coax cable connection. • Off. Getting to your cable...
...Coax-Ethernet Adapter MCA1001 User Manual Table 1-1. LED Descriptions (continued) Label Coax traffic LED Activitya Solid Off Description • Solid. a. Power outlet Reset button LED button (Off/On) Ethernet port Coax IN Coax OUT Mode button (Configuration/Normal) Figure 1-2 Viewed from left to the Coax-Ethernet Adapter. Rear Panel The coax-ethernet adapter rear panel, shown in Table 1-2. Table 1-2. No link is pressed in, all LEDs are deactivated (see "LED button (Off/On)" on page 1-3). If the LED button on the Coax cable connection. • Off. Getting to your cable...
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... settings by pressing longer than 10 seconds; Figure 1-3 1-4 Getting to indicate when the Coax-Ethernet Adapter has finished resetting. Coax-Ethernet Adapter MCA1001 User Manual Table 1-2. if LEDs are on the bottom of the Coax-Ethernet Adapter shows the coax-ethernet adapter's MAC address, serial number, and factory default login information. Connections, Buttons, and Port (continued) Item Mode button (Config/Normal) Ethernet port LED button (Off/On) Reset button Power outlet Description • Press button in (in position) to put the Coax-Ethernet Adapter into Configuration...
... settings by pressing longer than 10 seconds; Figure 1-3 1-4 Getting to indicate when the Coax-Ethernet Adapter has finished resetting. Coax-Ethernet Adapter MCA1001 User Manual Table 1-2. if LEDs are on the bottom of the Coax-Ethernet Adapter shows the coax-ethernet adapter's MAC address, serial number, and factory default login information. Connections, Buttons, and Port (continued) Item Mode button (Config/Normal) Ethernet port LED button (Off/On) Reset button Power outlet Description • Press button in (in position) to put the Coax-Ethernet Adapter into Configuration...
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...; cable 4. Coax-Ethernet Adapter MCA1001 User Manual Using with a Cable Modem Note: If you use a high quality splitter to lessen the chance of digital video or data loss. Also, make sure all coax connections are finger tight to ensure there is not necessary to use your router. 2-2 Using Your Coax-Ethernet Adapter in DSL, Cable Modem, and Multimedia Settings v1.0, December 2008 Coax OUT 3. After you have completed these steps, your incoming cable signal, NETGEAR...
...; cable 4. Coax-Ethernet Adapter MCA1001 User Manual Using with a Cable Modem Note: If you use a high quality splitter to lessen the chance of digital video or data loss. Also, make sure all coax connections are finger tight to ensure there is not necessary to use your router. 2-2 Using Your Coax-Ethernet Adapter in DSL, Cable Modem, and Multimedia Settings v1.0, December 2008 Coax OUT 3. After you have completed these steps, your incoming cable signal, NETGEAR...
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... loss. Coax OUT 3. Coax-Ethernet Adapter MCA1001 User Manual Using with a DSL Modem Note: If you plan to use a splitter on your incoming cable signal, NETGEAR recommends you have completed these steps, your network will resemble this section to disconnect your DSL modem from its power, the Internet, or other connections within your network, such as your Coax-Ethernet Adapter with a DSL modem: Note: It is no signal loss. Coax IN 2. Telephone cable DSL modem Internet Router Cable TV...
... loss. Coax OUT 3. Coax-Ethernet Adapter MCA1001 User Manual Using with a DSL Modem Note: If you plan to use a splitter on your incoming cable signal, NETGEAR recommends you have completed these steps, your network will resemble this section to disconnect your DSL modem from its power, the Internet, or other connections within your network, such as your Coax-Ethernet Adapter with a DSL modem: Note: It is no signal loss. Coax IN 2. Telephone cable DSL modem Internet Router Cable TV...
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Connect the Coax-Ethernet Adapter to a wall outlet or power strip, using the provided power adapter. Figure 2-13 2-10 Using Your Coax-Ethernet Adapter in DSL, Cable Modem, and Multimedia Settings v1.0, December 2008 Connect a Coax-Ethernet Adapter to your gaming console by connecting the provided Ethernet cable between the coax-ethernet adapter's Ethernet port and an Ethernet (LAN) port on your console. Coax-Ethernet Adapter MCA1001 User Manual 1. Figure 2-12 2.
Connect the Coax-Ethernet Adapter to a wall outlet or power strip, using the provided power adapter. Figure 2-13 2-10 Using Your Coax-Ethernet Adapter in DSL, Cable Modem, and Multimedia Settings v1.0, December 2008 Connect a Coax-Ethernet Adapter to your gaming console by connecting the provided Ethernet cable between the coax-ethernet adapter's Ethernet port and an Ethernet (LAN) port on your console. Coax-Ethernet Adapter MCA1001 User Manual 1. Figure 2-12 2.
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... on (LED is solid), the Coax-Ethernet Adapter is in configuration mode, not normal operating mode. Coax-Ethernet Adapter MCA1001 User Manual 4. Figure 3-3 Mode button (Configuration/ Normal) Notes: When the Mode Config/Normal button is taken out of normal mode. The MCA1001 Configuration Utility will be those updated before the coax-ethernet adapter is on your desktop. The coaxethernet adapter does not convey traffic while in this mode. Any status or settings displayed by the coax-ethernet adapter while...
... on (LED is solid), the Coax-Ethernet Adapter is in configuration mode, not normal operating mode. Coax-Ethernet Adapter MCA1001 User Manual 4. Figure 3-3 Mode button (Configuration/ Normal) Notes: When the Mode Config/Normal button is taken out of normal mode. The MCA1001 Configuration Utility will be those updated before the coax-ethernet adapter is on your desktop. The coaxethernet adapter does not convey traffic while in this mode. Any status or settings displayed by the coax-ethernet adapter while...
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... 2-3). 4. Coax-Ethernet Adapter MCA1001 User Manual 2. Restore your computer to its network settings by doing one of your IP address by first disabling and then enabling your computer's IP address to normal mode. 3. Press the coax-ethernet adapter's Mode Config/Normal button to release it (out position) to return it to be updated as NETGEAR releases new firmware. Updating Your Coax-Ethernet Adapter Firmware The firmware of the Coax-Ethernet Adapter is stored in your network (you re-connect the computer, force a reset of...
... 2-3). 4. Coax-Ethernet Adapter MCA1001 User Manual 2. Restore your computer to its network settings by doing one of your IP address by first disabling and then enabling your computer's IP address to normal mode. 3. Press the coax-ethernet adapter's Mode Config/Normal button to release it (out position) to return it to be updated as NETGEAR releases new firmware. Updating Your Coax-Ethernet Adapter Firmware The firmware of the Coax-Ethernet Adapter is stored in your network (you re-connect the computer, force a reset of...
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The Privacy screen displays. In the Encryption key field, enter 12 to save your encryption key. 4. Select Privacy under Setup in the main menu. To change the password for your settings. Coax-Ethernet Adapter MCA1001 User Manual 1. Select the radio button Enable. 3. Click Apply to 17 numbers (no letters or spaces) for logging into the MCA1001 Configuration Utility: Managing Your MCA1001 Coax-Ethernet Adapter Network v1.0, December 2008 3-11 Figure 3-8 2.
The Privacy screen displays. In the Encryption key field, enter 12 to save your encryption key. 4. Select Privacy under Setup in the main menu. To change the password for your settings. Coax-Ethernet Adapter MCA1001 User Manual 1. Select the radio button Enable. 3. Click Apply to 17 numbers (no letters or spaces) for logging into the MCA1001 Configuration Utility: Managing Your MCA1001 Coax-Ethernet Adapter Network v1.0, December 2008 3-11 Figure 3-8 2.
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... resetting. Figure 3-9 2. You may want to factory default settings by entering it longer than 10 seconds; Configuring the Coax Settings Note: Usually the default settings do not need to be changed, unless Technical Support has specifically instructed you forget your password, use a pen to press the Reset button located on , the Ethernet and Coax traffic LEDs will go off to save your new password, then confirm it by holding it again. 3. Coax-Ethernet Adapter MCA1001 User Manual...
... resetting. Figure 3-9 2. You may want to factory default settings by entering it longer than 10 seconds; Configuring the Coax Settings Note: Usually the default settings do not need to be changed, unless Technical Support has specifically instructed you forget your password, use a pen to press the Reset button located on , the Ethernet and Coax traffic LEDs will go off to save your new password, then confirm it by holding it again. 3. Coax-Ethernet Adapter MCA1001 User Manual...
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... installed, changing the channel frequency may slow the speed of your MoCA network security. Select Coax under Setup in this mode, these devices will not receive the cable TV signal when the coax-ethernet adapter is not intended to be part of the following: Managing Your MCA1001 Coax-Ethernet Adapter Network v1.0, December 2008 3-13 From the drop-down list, select MoCA D Band or All Pass. If the Coax-Ethernet Adapters shown in the MoCA Devices menu (see "Setting...
... installed, changing the channel frequency may slow the speed of your MoCA network security. Select Coax under Setup in this mode, these devices will not receive the cable TV signal when the coax-ethernet adapter is not intended to be part of the following: Managing Your MCA1001 Coax-Ethernet Adapter Network v1.0, December 2008 3-13 From the drop-down list, select MoCA D Band or All Pass. If the Coax-Ethernet Adapters shown in the MoCA Devices menu (see "Setting...
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... MCA1001 Coax-Ethernet Adapter is not compatible for use a satellite television service. Also, refer to factory default settings by pressing its reset button (longer than 10 seconds). • Try resetting each coax-ethernet adapter by pressing its reset button (less than 10 seconds). • Contact Technical Support; Troubleshooting Tips Problem Power LED is off . ethernet adapters on the NETGEAR website at http://www.netgear.com/support. Table 4-1. When the Mode Config/ Normal button is on (LED is solid), the coax-ethernet adapter is in configuration mode, not...
... MCA1001 Coax-Ethernet Adapter is not compatible for use a satellite television service. Also, refer to factory default settings by pressing its reset button (longer than 10 seconds). • Try resetting each coax-ethernet adapter by pressing its reset button (less than 10 seconds). • Contact Technical Support; Troubleshooting Tips Problem Power LED is off . ethernet adapters on the NETGEAR website at http://www.netgear.com/support. Table 4-1. When the Mode Config/ Normal button is on (LED is solid), the coax-ethernet adapter is in configuration mode, not...
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...Settings Technical Specifications The following table provides technical specifications for network security with password protection >250 Mbps 100+ Mbps (aggregate data rate) Technical Specifications and Factory Default Settings A-1 v1.0, December 2008 Feature RF Interface Connector Impedance Diplexer Frequency Range MoCA Network Center Frequency Range MoCA Network Frequency Range Maximum Transmit Power Maximum Nodes Supported MoCA Link Conditions Min Attenuation (> 250 Mbps) Max Attenuation (> 250 Mbps) Max Attenuation (> 30 Mbps) MoCA Network Channels MoCA Network Channel Bandwidth...
...Settings Technical Specifications The following table provides technical specifications for network security with password protection >250 Mbps 100+ Mbps (aggregate data rate) Technical Specifications and Factory Default Settings A-1 v1.0, December 2008 Feature RF Interface Connector Impedance Diplexer Frequency Range MoCA Network Center Frequency Range MoCA Network Frequency Range Maximum Transmit Power Maximum Nodes Supported MoCA Link Conditions Min Attenuation (> 250 Mbps) Max Attenuation (> 250 Mbps) Max Attenuation (> 30 Mbps) MoCA Network Channels MoCA Network Channel Bandwidth...
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Item Password Channel Diplexer Privacy Default Setting admin Scan MoCA D Band Disabled A-2 Technical Specifications and Factory Default Settings v1.0, December 2008 Coax-Ethernet Adapter MCA1001 User Manual Feature Connector Type Configuration Protocol Link Delay Typical Max Power Requirement Power Consumption Input Range Environmental Conditions Ambient Temperature Range Storage Temperature Range Operating Humidity Factory Default Settings Description RJ45 1 Port IEEE 802.3x, 100M Fast Ethernet 3.5 ms 9 ms < 10 Watts 100-240VAC, 50/60Hz 0 ~ 40 °C -5 ~ 65 °C 10% ~ 95% Non-...
Item Password Channel Diplexer Privacy Default Setting admin Scan MoCA D Band Disabled A-2 Technical Specifications and Factory Default Settings v1.0, December 2008 Coax-Ethernet Adapter MCA1001 User Manual Feature Connector Type Configuration Protocol Link Delay Typical Max Power Requirement Power Consumption Input Range Environmental Conditions Ambient Temperature Range Storage Temperature Range Operating Humidity Factory Default Settings Description RJ45 1 Port IEEE 802.3x, 100M Fast Ethernet 3.5 ms 9 ms < 10 Watts 100-240VAC, 50/60Hz 0 ~ 40 °C -5 ~ 65 °C 10% ~ 95% Non-...
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.... • Wireless Current-generation 802.11n wireless routers such as the connection speed of the sites to transmit multiple streams of the newer WPA and WPA2 encryption and authentication protocols, wireless security is determined by obstructions or are blocked by your devices and network using technology called multiple input, multiple output (MIMO). The following topics identify common connection types, their speed, and security considerations. • Broadband Internet Your Internet connection speed is extremely...
.... • Wireless Current-generation 802.11n wireless routers such as the connection speed of the sites to transmit multiple streams of the newer WPA and WPA2 encryption and authentication protocols, wireless security is determined by obstructions or are blocked by your devices and network using technology called multiple input, multiple output (MIMO). The following topics identify common connection types, their speed, and security considerations. • Broadband Internet Your Internet connection speed is extremely...
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... those where the traffic is high and the distances are farther away might be slower. Understanding Home Networking B-3 v1.0, December 2008 See Appendix A, "Technical Specifications and Factory Default Settings" for your router: • Near the center of the area in which wireless devices need the highest data rate, and locate the router near them. Many wireless products have line-of-sight access (even if...
... those where the traffic is high and the distances are farther away might be slower. Understanding Home Networking B-3 v1.0, December 2008 See Appendix A, "Technical Specifications and Factory Default Settings" for your router: • Near the center of the area in which wireless devices need the highest data rate, and locate the router near them. Many wireless products have line-of-sight access (even if...