EM8028 - Powerline Adapter Eminent - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL EM8028 Eminent

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EM8028 – 3 Port Powerline Switch 200Mbps

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EM8028 – 3 Poort Powerline Switch 200Mbps

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Eminent Computer Supplies

Postbus 276

6160 AG Geleen

Nederland

1.1 Functions and features ......9
1.2 Packing contents .... 10

2.0 Connecting the Powerline adapter ....10

3.0 Using the software....10

3.1 Installing the software....10
3.2 Securing your network using the software....10
3.3 Add a new unsecured Powerline adapter to your already secured Powerline network 11
3.4 Connecting extra network devices to the EM8028 12
3.5 Renaming the Powerline adapter(s)....13

4.0 Service and support....13
5.0 Warning and points of attention 14
6.0 Warranty conditions....15
7.0 Declaration of Conformity ....15

1.0 Introduction

Congratulations with the purchase of this high-quality Eminent product! This product has undergone extensive testing by Eminent's technical experts. Should you experience any problems with this product, you are covered by a five-year Eminent warranty. Please keep this manual and the receipt in a safe place.

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1.1 Functions and features

Isn't it great to have your own home network? An ideal situation, but it is often hard to realize. You have to drill holes, draw cabling in places you do not want to. Eminent offers a completely different approach: your own home network over the only existing network in your house. A network that has offered its services for many years now and probably has never let you down: the mains!

This system is as easy as it seems! Connect your modem/router to the wall outlet by using a Powerline Adapter. Then you connect your computers to another wall outlet by using the Powerline Networking Switch and presto: Internet!

With the Eminent EM8028 Powerline Networking Switch you have as much as 3 additional network connections available. Perfect for your audio/video equipment or office. The Powerline Networking Switch can be used with Apple Mac, Linux, Playstation, XBox and any other device with a network port. Connect 3 network

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devices simultaneously and use only one power outlet! The Eminent EM8028 Powerline Networking Switch is compatible with the Powerline extension kit and the Powerline starter kit.

The Powerline Networking Switch is an energy-saving device. When not using the Powerline Networking Switch, it will switch to power-save mode. In power-save mode, the device saves you up to 50% power!

1.2 Packing contents

The following parts need to be present in the packing:

• EM8028 3 Port Powerline Switch 200Mbps
- Network cable
- CD-ROM
- Manual

2.0 Connecting the Powerline adapter

1. Take the Powerline adapter out of the packing.
2. Connect the supplied network cable to the network connection of your computer.
3. Connect the other end of the supplied network cable to a LAN connection of the EM8028 Powerline Switch.
4. Connect the Powerline Switch to a wall outlet.

Note! You can connect up-to three network devices to the EM8028!

3.0 Using the software

As soon as the Powerline Switch has been connected correctly, a network connection will be established automatically. It is possible to secure the Powerline network. In order to secure the network, the Powerline software needs to be installed.

3.1 Installing the software

1. Take the supplied CD-ROM out of the packing.
2. Insert the CD-ROM in your computer's CD-ROM or DVD-player.
3. The CD-ROM will start automatically.
4. Follow the steps on your screen to install the software.

3.2 Securing your network using the software

After installing the software, an icon on your desktop has been added. This icon is named 'Power Packet Utility'.

Double-click this icon to open the Powerline software. When the software has been opened, the screen is divided in two parts: The upper part shows information about

the Powerline adapter which is connected directly to this computer. The lower part shows information about other Powerline adapters which are present in the same network as the EM8028 and have the same (default) name 'HomePlugAV'.

Note: If you want to secure Powerline adapters which are not directly connected to your computer, you need to use the so called 'DEK key' or 'Device ID key' which is present on the sticker at the bottom of the Powerline adapter. You do not have to use this key to secure the adapter which is directly connected to your computer.

Use the following steps the secure the Powerline adapters:

1. In the bottom field of the 'Power packet utility' you can choose a Powerline adapter from the list, where no value is set in the 'Password' column.
2. Click 'Enter Password'.
3. Fill out the 'DEK key' or 'Device ID', and click 'OK'. The 'DEK Key' or 'Device ID' can be found on the sticker of the Powerline adapter. An example of this key is 'XK8Y-GH36-BR1K-LSZA'.
4. A message will appear stating that the password is correct. Click 'OK' to confirm.
5. If this message does not appear, check the 'DEK Key' or 'Device ID' you have filled out.
6. Repeat steps 1 to 5 for all Powerline adapters, until all adapters are shown in the bottom list with a password in the 'Password' column.
7. Click the 'Privacy' tab.
8. Enter a made-up and secret network name in the 'Private Network Name' field.
9. Click 'Set All Devices'.
10. The message: 'Devices were all added to your network' appears.
11. Click 'OK'.
12. Your Powerline home network has now been secured. There is no need to repeat any of these steps on your other computers.

Hint: The ‘Private Network Name’ enables you to access your Powerline network. Do not share this name with other people! If you wish, you can write down the ‘Private Network Name’ in the manual and keep the manual in a secure place.

3.3 Add a new unsecured Powerline adapter to your already secured Powerline network

If you have a secured Powerline network, and you wish to connect a new EM8028 Powerline Switch which is not secured yet, you will need to set the so-called 'Private Network Name' on this new adapter to add this new Powerline adapter to your already secured network. This can be done in two manners.

Manner 1: The new EM8028 Powerline adapter is directly connected to a computer.

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1. If you are using a new computer, you need to install the software first. Double click the 'Power packet Utility' icon on your desktop to open the software.
2. Click the 'Privacy' tab.
3. Enter the secret network name in the 'Private Network Name' field.
4. Click 'Set Local Device'.
5. The 'Power packet Utility' will indicate the network name has been set.
6. Click 'OK'.
7. You can now check whether a connection with the other adapters in the Powerline home network has been established:

- Click the 'Main' tab.

- All Powerline adapters in your home network should now be visible and will be connected.

1. Your new Powerline has now been added to your Powerline network, and is secured.

Manner 2: The new EM8028 Powerline adapter is connected to another device, such as a game console.

1. Use the computer on which the software has already been installed, or install the software.
2. Click 'Add' on the bottom right of the screen.
3. You do not need to enter anything in the 'Device Name' field.
4. Enter the 'DEK key / Device ID' of the new Powerline adapter in the 'Password' field.
5. Click 'OK'. The new Powerline adapter will now be added.
6. Click the 'Privacy' tab.
7. Check the 'Private Network Name'. Enter the name again if needed.
8. Click 'Set All Devices', right of the center of the screen.
9. The message 'Devices were all added to your network' appears.
10. You can now check whether a connection with the other adapters in the Powerline home network has been established:

- Click the 'Main' tab.

- All Powerline adapters in your home network should now be visible and will be connected.

1. Your new Powerline adapter has now been added to your Powerline network, and is secured.

3.4 Connecting extra network devices to the EM8028

Now the EM8028 has been secured, you can connect extra network devices to the remaining LAN ports of the EM8028.

For Example: You want to connect your computer, your game console and your digital television receiver to the EM8028 Powerline adapter.

• You can keep your own computer connected to LAN port 1 of the EM8028 Powerline adapter.
• Connect your game console to LAN port 2 of the EM8028 Powerline adapter.
• Connect your digital television receiver to LAN port 3 of the EM8028 Powerline adapter.

3.5 Renaming the Powerline adapter(s)

It is also possible to rename the Powerline adapters. For example: If you have Powerline adapters in your living room, bedroom and/or other rooms, it can be handy to rename the Powerline adapters. This way, you know which Powerline adapter is linked to which room or location in your house.

1. Use the computer on which the software has already been installed, or install the software.
2. In the bottom field of the 'Power packet utility' you can choose a Powerline adapter from the list.
3. For example: If 'Device 2' is shown, and this device is located in your bedroom, you can click 'Device 2' and then click 'Rename'.
4. Fill out a desired name. For example: 'Bedroom' and then click in an empty part of the screen.
5. The name of the Powerline adapter will now be changed. You can rename any other Powerline adapter using steps 1 till 4.

4.0 Service and support

This user manual has been carefully written by Eminent's technical experts. If you have problems installing or using the product, please fill out the support form at the website www.eminent-online.com/support.

You can also contact us by phone. Below you will find a list with phone numbers for each supported country.

Country	Phone number	Rate per minute*
Belgium (Dutch)	070 277 286	€0.30
Belgium (French)	070 277 286	€0.30
Denmark	[phone]	Local Costs
Finland	[phone]	Local Costs
Germany	1805 982 234	€0.14
Italy	[phone]	Local Costs
Norway	[phone]	Local Costs
Spain	807 080 042	€0.41
Sweden	[phone]	Local Costs
The Netherlands	0900-3646368	€0.45
UK	905 871 0013	£0.30

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Hungary	1-4088902 (From Budapest)	Local Costs
Hungary	06-1-4088902(From the rest of Hungary)	Local Costs
Hungary	[phone](International)	Local Costs

* Rates mentioned in this table do not include cell phone charges.

5.0 Warning and points of attention

Due to laws, directives and regulations set out by the European parliament, some (wireless) devices could be subject to limitations concerning its use in certain European member states. In certain European member states the use of such devices could be prohibited. Contact your (local) government for more information about this limitations.

Always follow up the instructions in the manual*, especially where it concerns devices which need to be assembled.

Warning: In most cases this concerns an electronic device. Wrong/improper use may lead to (severe) injuries!

Repairing of the device should be done by qualified Eminent staff. The warranty immediately voids when products have undergone self repair and/or by misuse. For extended warranty conditions, please visit our website at www.eminent-online.com/warranty.

*Tip: Eminent manuals are written with great care. However, due to new technological developments it can happen that a printed manual does not longer contain the most recent information. If you are experiencing any problems with the printed manual or you can not find what you are looking for, please always check our website www.eminent-online.com first for the newest updated manual.

Also, you will find frequently asked questions in the FAQ section. It is highly recommended to consult the FAQ section. Very often the answer to your questions will be found here.

6.0 Warranty conditions

The five-year Eminent warranty applies to all Eminent products unless mentioned otherwise before or during the moment of purchase. When having bought a second-hand Eminent product the remaining period of warranty is measured from the moment of purchase by the product's first owner. The Eminent warranty applies to all Eminent products and parts inextricably connected to and/or mounted on the main product. Power supply adapters, batteries, antennas and all other products not integrated in or directly connected to the main product and/or products of which, without reasonable doubt, can be assumed that wear and tear show a different pattern than the main product are not covered by the Eminent warranty. Products are not covered by the Eminent warranty when subjected to incorrect/improper use, external influences and/or when opened by parties other than Eminent.

7.0 Declaration of Conformity

To ensure your safety and compliance of the product with the directives and laws created by the European Commission you can obtain a copy of the Declaration of Conformity concerning your product by sending an e-mail message to: [e-mail]. You can also send a letter to:

Eminent Europe BV

PO Box 276

6160 AG Geleen

The Netherlands

Clearly state ‘Declaration of Conformity’ and the article code of the product of which you would like to obtain a copy of the Declaration of Conformity.

5.0 Service et assistance

Eminent Computer Supplies

P.O. Box 276

6160 AG Geleen

Paesi Bassi

Eminent Computer Supplies

P.O. Box 276

6160 AG Geleen

The Netherlands

Tel. [phone]

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