Chapter 1 Getting Started
Congratulations on your purchase of this Powerline Adapter. This product
features the latest innovations in high-speed network, making electronic
communication faster and easier. It allows you to network your computers
via your existing home power lines. It offers a data transmission speed of up
to 14 Mbps, and reaches up to 990 feet through standard power lines. This
User Manual will show you how to install and properly use this product in
order to take full advantage of its features.
1.1 Package Contents
Make sure that you have the following items:
1. Powerline
Adapter
with
Ethernet or USB interface
2. User
Manual
3. CD with Drivers and Configuration Utility
4. RJ-45 CAT 5 crossover cable or USB type A/B cable
If any of the items is damaged or missing, contact your dealer immediately.
1.2 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
(For Ethernet Powerline Adapter)
Computers with available USB interface
(For USB Powerline Adapter)
CD-ROM drive
The laptop or desktop must have one of these operating systems, i.e.,
Microsoft Windows 98SE, Millennium, Windows 2000 and Windows
XP
Penitum II 300 MHZ MMX-Compatible PC or greater
At least 64MB hard disk space and memory
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