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i 1 Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Actiontec MegaPlug AV 200 Mpbs Ethernet Adapter. The MegaPlug Ethernet Adapter is one of the easiest ways to enjoy home or small business networking. It operates on the MegaPlug Powerline Specification AV standard, providing fast data transfer speeds over home AC wiring. Since home power lines are the most common medium in households, with multiple outlets in every room, the MegaPlug Ethernet Adapter allows multiple desktop and laptop computers to be networked easily, enabling them to share an Internet connection, printers, files, and games, without any additional wiring. If you want to take your computer networking to the next level, the Actiontec MegaPlug Ethernet Adapter is sure to be one of the keys to your success. Package Contents Make sure the following items came in the kit: s Two Actiontec MegaPlug AV 200 Mbps Ethernet Adapter s Two Ethernet cables s Installation CD (includes this manual) s Quick Start Guide 1 Actiontec MegaPlug AV 200 Mbps Ethernet Adapter User Manual 2 Features s HomePlug Turbo compliant s 200 Mbps data rate (maximum) s 128-bit AES encryption s Two-pronged US power plug (fits ungrounded power outlets) s Power and Link indicators System Requirements s At least one available power outlet s Standard home power wiring s Computer with the following: · CD-ROM drive · IBM compatible running at 200 MHz or better · Windows 98SE, Me, 2000, or XP installed · 64 MB of RAM · Ethernet network adapter · TCP/IP installed Getting to Know the Ethernet Adapter This section contains a quick description of the Adapter’s external features. Front Panel The Adapter’s front panel features 3 lights (LEDs): Power Light The Power light glows green when sychronized with another device. If the Power light is off, it can still be powered up. Link Light The Link light glows green when an Ethernet connection is detected. Ethernet Light The Ethernet light flickers when data is being transferred across the Adapter. Bottom Panel The Adapter’s bottom panel contains one Ethernet port: Ethernet Port The Ethernet port is used to connect the Adapter to a computer or gateway/ router via Ethernet cable. Information Sticker The information sticker (located beneath the electrical prongs) displays the MAC (Media Access Control) address, device ID, serial number and other information about the Adapter. Technical Support Actiontec Electronics prides itself on making durable, high-quality, high-performance products. If you need assistance, the Actiontec Technical Support Department is available all day every day to provide professional support. Actiontec Electronics, Inc. 760 N. Mary Avenue Sunnyvale, CA 94085 Technical Support Phone: (USA) 1-888-436-0657E-mail: 2 Connecting the MegaPlug Adapter To connect the Adapter, it must be connected to a computer, plugged into a standard wall outlet, and the Configuration Utility loaded on the computer. Connecting the Adapters To use the Adapters properly, two Adapters should be plugged into electrical outlets, and devices (computers, printers, etc.) connected to them. Connecting an Adapter to a Computer 1. Get an Adapter and one Ethernet cable. 2. Insert one end of the Ethernet cable into the Ethernet port of the Adapter. 3. Plug the Adapter into a wall outlet. . Note: Do not plug the Adapter into a UPS or power strip with surge protection. The Adapter’s network signal may not pass through these devices. 4. Insert the other end of the Ethernet cable into an Ethernet port on the back of a computer. Connecting an Adapter to a Router/Gateway 1. Get an Adapter and one Ethernet cable. 2. Insert one end of the Ethernet cable into the Ethernet port of the Adapter. 3. Plug the Adapter into a wall outlet. . Note: Do not plug the Adapter into a UPS or power strip with surge protection. The Adapter’s network signal may not pass through these devices. 4. Insert the other end of the Ethernet cable into an Ethernet port on a router/ gateway connected to a computer. 5 Actiontec MegaPlug AV 200 Mbps Ethernet Adapter User Manual 6 5. Insert the other end of the Ethernet cable into an Ethernet port on a router/ gateway connected to a computer. Follow the instructions in the next section, “Installing the Configuration Utility.” Installing the Configuration Utility After connecting the Adapters, install the Configuration Utility: 1. Insert the Installation CD in the CD-ROM drive of the computer connected to an Adapter. 2. When the “Welcome” screen appears, click Next. 3. When the “Choose Destination Screen” appears, click Next. 4. When this window appears, click Finish. 5. Repeat for other computers connected to an Adapter. . Note: If using a computer running Windows Vista, you may have to click through a “User Account Control” window to install the program. The MegaPlug Adapters are now connected and ready to use, and the Configuration Utility is loaded on the comput...