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The Extender is one of the easiest ways to augment your existing MegaPlug network by introducing wireless networking. Simply plug the Extender into a standard electrical outlet, and your AC-wire-based network is now wireless- capable. Using any wireless-equipped computer, you can surf the Web, exchange files, even print documents, all without the hassle of installing more cables. If you want to take your computer networking to the next level, the Actiontec MegaPlug Wireless Network Extender is sure to be one of the keys to your success. Features s Supports HomePlug Powerline Specification 1.0 s 85 Mbps data rate (maximum) over standard home power lines s 56-bit DES encryption s Supports IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.3, and IEEE 802.3u wireless standards s Supports WEP 64/128/152-bit encryption, WPA, WPA-PSK, 56-bit DES encryption s Two-pronged US power plug (fits ungrounded power outlets) s Power and Wireless indicators 1 Actiontec MegaPlug Wireless Network Extender User Manual 2 System Requirements s Router or gateway with HomePlug capability s Standard home power wiring s Computer with the following: · CD-ROM drive · Windows 98SE, Me, 2000, or XP installed · Wireless capability · TCP/IP network protocol installed Getting to Know the Network Extender This section contains a quick description of the Network Extender’s external features. Front Panel The Network Extender’s front panel features 2 lights (LEDs): WirelessPower Wireless Light The Wireless light flickers green when the Extender is active. Power Light The Power light glows green when sychronized with another device, and flickers when data is being transferred across the Network Extender. If the Power light is off, it can still be powered up. 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 Extender. sdfsdfsadfasdfasdfasdfasdfasdfasdfasdfasdfasdfasdfasdfasdfasdfasasdfasdfasdfasdfasdfaadsfasdfasdfasdfasdfasdfasdfasdfasdfasdfasdfasdfasdfasdfadsfasdfasdfasdfasdfasdfaasdfasdfasdfasdfasdfasdfasdfasdfasdasdfasdfasdfasdfasdfasdad What is HomePlug? HomePlug is a new networking technology that uses the existing power lines in a home to connect devices such as computers, print servers, etc., eliminating the need for installing new wiring when a device is added to the network. Today’s HomePlug products are mainly adapter-type devices which plug into existing Ethernet networks, but more and more devices are being designed with HomePlug technology built-in. This means, in the near future, plugging in a device into an electrical outlet will not only power it, but also allow it to communicate with other HomePlug devices. 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 Installing the Wireless Network Extender This chapter explains how to plug in the Wireless Network Extender, how to load the Extender’s Configuration Utility on a computer connected to the Homeline network, and how to access the Homeline network (via the Extender) with a wirelessly- equipped computer. . Note: The following procedures assume that the user has already set up a Homeline network with a computer connected to the network., Plugging in the Extender To use the Extender properly, it should be plugged into an electrical outlet already part of a Homeline network, with other devices (computers, printer servers, etc.) connected to the network. The Power light will glow steadily green when the Extender detects a HomeLine network. Installing the Configuration Utility To install the Extender’s Configuration Utility: 1. Insert the Installation CD in the CD-ROM drive of the computer connected to the Homeline network. 2. When the “Welcome” screen appears, click Next. 5 Actiontec MegaPlug Wireless Network Extender User Manual 6 3. When the “Choose Destination Screen” appears, click Next. 4. When this window appears, click Finish. The Extender’s Configuration Utility is now installed on the computer. See chapter 3, “Using the Configuration Utility,” for more information Connecting a Wireless Computer to the Homeline Network To connect a wirelessly-equipped computer to the Homeline network via the Extender: 1. On the wirelessly-equipped computer, access to the wireless network interface. 2. Enter “Actiontec” in the interface’s “SSID” or “Network Name” text box. This is the Extender’s default ESSID (Extended Service Set Identification) name. . Note: The network name is case-sensitive, so make sure to enter it exactly as shown. 3. Enter “A374936DCA” in the...