User manual TRENDNET TPL-401E QUICK INSTALLATION GUIDE

[. . . ] The TPL-401E2K already includes two TPL-401E adapters) Software Utility Requirements Supported Operating Systems Windows 7 (32/64-bit) Windows Vista (32/64-bit) Windows XP (32/64-bit) CPU 1GHz or above 800MHz or above 300MHz or above Memory 1GB RAM or above 512MB RAM or above 256MB RAM or above Note: The configuration utility will allow you to add security to your powerline network by providing you with the ability to change the default network name and create your own personal network name for your powerline network. The utility can also help you troubleshoot connectivity between powerline adapters by verifying the network name. Please refer to the User's Guide on the TPL-401E/TPL-401E2K CD-ROM for instructions on installing and using the utility. 1 2. How to Install Powerline Networking Solution 500Mbps Powerline AV Adapter Kit (TPL-401E) Internet Gigabit Powerline The example diagram shows a typical powerline network configuration in a home environment with 3 powerline adapters installed in different rooms. [. . . ] This TPL-401E should be located within the reach of the router's network cable. Outlet 2. Connect a network cable from the TPL-401E to an available LAN network port on your router (e. g. Plug a second TPL-401E into an available power outlet where your remote computer or network appliances (e. g. Game Console, IP Set box, network enabled TV, etc. ) are located. Outlet 3 4. Connect a network cable from the TPL-401E network port into the network port on your remote computer or network appliance (e. g. Game Console, Blu-ray player, IP Set box, network enabled TV, etc. ). Outlet 5. Verify that the PWR (Power), PL (Powerline) and ETH (Ethernet Link/ACT) LEDs are on for both TPL-401E adapters. Your installation is now complete For detailed information regarding the the TPL-401E/TPL-401E2K, configuration and advanced settings, please refer to the Troubleshooting section, User's Guide on the Utility CD-ROM, or TRENDnet's website at http://www. trendnet. com. Register Your Product To ensure the highest level of customer service and support, please take a moment to register your product Online at: www. trendnet. com/register Thank you for choosing TRENDnet 4 3. LEDs and Buttons PWR (Power) ETH (Ethernet Link/ACT) PL (Powerline) The Gigabit Ethernet/Network Port and Reset buttton are located at the bottom of the device. Gigabit + Ethernet / Network Port Reset Button Sync Note: Please refer to the User's Guide on the TPL-401E/TPL-401E2K's User's Guide CD for detailed explanations of each LED and button. 5 Troubleshooting 1. I have verified that my Powerline device is connected to my workstation, but I cannot detect other Powerline devices. 6 Ethernet network cables for each TPL-401E adapter. 2. Verify that the power outlet of the TPL-401E adapter is plugged into is on the same electrical system and/or circuit breaker box. 3. If you are still not able to establish connectivity after performing the above steps, please reset both of the TPL-401E adapters to factory default. The default network name/key is "HomePlugAV". The Reset button is located on the bottom of the TPL-401E. With a pin or paperclip, press and hold the reset button for 1 second and release it. The LEDs will turn off and turn back on. To verify connectivity, the PL LED will become solid when the powerline adapters establish connectivity. The TPL-401E powerline adapters must have the same network name/key in order to connect to each other. Note: If you have problems resetting the device, unplug the powerline adapter(s) from the power outlet, wait 15 seconds and plug the adapter(s) back into the outlet, then repeat the reset procedure. I can detect my Powerline devices on my Powerline network, but I cannot connect to the Internet. [. . . ] Then click on Obtain an IP address automatically. 4. I have a HomePlug 1. 0 or HomePlug Turbo network. The TPL-401E is not backwards compatible with HomePlug 1. 0 or HomePlug Turbo. Do I need to reconfigure my TPL-401E after I hit the reset button? [. . . ]