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6. Troubleshooting
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Why other Powerline Adapters aren
’
t listed on the network of my Configuration
Utility?
A: Make sure other devices are working properly and correctly installed. Please also
check if every device uses the same network password. Try to set each device
with the same network password or add other device
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s device password into your
remote password list.
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What types of security problems will I be encountering?
A: If your house is on the same power grid as your neighbor, it is possible for a hacker
to get in your network. However, this problem can be easily overcome by
activating the encryption key of each Powerline device.
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Will HomePlug operate on different circuit breakers?
A: HomePlug can operate on different circuit breakers without affecting the
performance. However, the signal will not pass through the power transformers
outside your house.
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What OS does the HomePlug utility software fully support?
A: Windows 98SE, ME, 2000, and XP. Windows NT and Mac are only supported by
the Ethernet Powerline Adapter as a Bridge.
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How does 56bit-DES compare with Wireless 802.11b 128bit-WEP encryption?
A: 56bit-DES is superior because of its DES type encryption. Just because 802.11b
uses 128bit-WEP with more bits doesn't mean the encryption is better. HomePlug
devices use hardware 56bit-DES encryption. With hardware encryption the signal
is almost impossible to crack. The hardware encryption process does not affect
bandwidth, and the encryption is enabled at all times.
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I cannot connect to other computers on my powerline network or to the Internet.
A: Make sure the IP address and TCP/IP protocol are set up correctly for all the
powerline networked computers.
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Do the PL-103E/U device cause interference with other home networking or
products?