TP-Link TPL-202E User manual
TPL-202E
TPL-202E2K
H/W: V1.1R
Quick Installation Guide
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Version 02.22.2008
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Troubleshooting ........................................................................................
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1. Before You Start
2. ....................................................................................
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How to Install
System Requirements
Application
?TPL-202E
?Utility CD-ROM
?Quick Installation Guide
?1 x Cat.5 Ethernet Cable (1.8m/5.9ft)
Package Contents
1. Before You Start
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?A Desktop or Laptop PC with Network Adapter Installed
?CPU: 300MHz or above / 800MHz or above (Windows Vista)
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?Existing 10/100Mbps wired network when TPL-202E is used as a bridge
device
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Memory: 256MB RAM or above / 512MB RAM or above (Windows Vista)
D-ROM drive
Software Requirements
?Windows 98SE/ME/2000/XP/Vista
Fast Ethernet Powerline
85Mbps Powerline
Fast Ethernet Adapter
(TPL-202E)
Workstation with
Fast Ethernet PCI Adapter
(TE100-PCIWN)
4-Port Cable/DSL
Broadband Router
(TW100-S4W1CA)
Internet
Cable/DSL
Modem
Electrical
Outlet
Electrical
Outlet
2. How to Install
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Important! DO NOT install the TPL-202E until instructed to do so
Note:
1. DO NOT plug the TPL-202E into a power strip or surge protector.
2. In order for the TPL-202E to see each other, each unit must be on the same
circuit breaker.
3. A maximum of 16 TPL-202E can be networked.
1. Insert the Utility CD-ROM into
your computer's CD-ROM Drive
and then click Install Utility.
3. Copy down the 12 digit device
password for each TPL-202E.
For Windows Users
2. Follow the InstallShield Wizard
instructions and then click Finish.
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6. Then connect an Ethernet cable
from an available LAN port on your
router to your computer.
7. Plug the second TPL-202E into an
outlet where your remote PC or
network appliance is located.
5. Connect an Ethernet cable from
the TPL-202E to an available LAN
port on your router
(e.g. TEW-633GR).
4. Plug a TPL-202E into an
available power outlet.
8. Double-click the TRENDnet
Powerline Utility Icon on your
desktop.
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12. Repeat steps 8-10 for additional
remote TPL-202E's.
9. Select the remote TPL-202E and
click Enter Password.
10. Enter the remote TPL-202E's 12-
digit password and click OK. See
step 3 to find the remote
TPL-202E's password.
11. Click OK.
Note: The remote TPL-202E refers to the TPL-202E that is connected to your
remote PC or network appliance.
Note: The default network name is HomePlug. If the network name of your
existing Powerline network is NOT HomePlug, you must change this in the
utility.
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15. Connect a CAT 5 cable from the
TPL-202E into your remote PC,
or network applicance.
Your installation is now complete.
For detailed information regarding the TPL-202E configuration and advanced
settings, please refer to the User's Guide included on the Utility CD-ROM or
TRENDnet's website at www.trendnet.com
14. Click OK.
13. Click the Privacy tab. If you
would like to change the
Private Network Name, enter the
desired Private Network Name,
then click Set All Devices.
Q1:
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Q3:
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I inserted the TPL-202E CD-ROM into my computer's CD-ROM Drive and the
installation menu does not appear automatically. What should I do?
If the installation menu does not appear automatically, click Start, click Run,
and type D:\Autorun.exe where "D" in "D:\Autorun.exe" is the letter assigned to
your computer's CD-ROM Drive. And then click OK to start the installation.
I have verified that my Powerline device is connected to my workstation, but I
cannot detect other Powerline devices. What should I do?
First, verify that you are using Cat-5 Ethernet cables. Second, open up the
Powerline AV Utility and click scan. Third, verify the network name of your
Powerline network. Then click on the security link in the TRENDnet Powerline
Utility, type in the network name and click Save changes. Fourth, verify that the
power outlet the TPL-202E is plugged into is on the same electrical power
distribution and/or circuit breaker.
I can detect my Powerline devices on my Powerline network, but I cannot
connect to the Internet. What should I do?
First, make sure you are not connecting the device into a power strip or surge
protector. Second, make sure that your Router is connected to the internet. Third,
verify that the TCP/IP settings are set to Obtain an IP address automatically.
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Troubleshooting
1. Go into the Control Panel and double-click the
Network Connections icon, and then right-click the
Local Area Connection icon and then click
Properties.
2. Click Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and then click
Properties. Click on Obtain an IP automatically and
then click OK.
Q4:
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Q5:
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I tried changing the Private Network Name and applying it to all of my
TPL-202E devices, but “Some devices could not be added to your network” error
appears. I can no longer see any of the remote TPL-202Es. What should I do?
First, open up the TRENDnet Powerline Utility, click the Privacy tab, click Use
Default (Public Network) and then click Set Local Device Only. Second, make
sure to add each remote TPL-202E's password. See step 9 in Section 2 (How to
Install).
I have a HomePlug 1.0 or HomePlug turbo network. Can I use this with my
network?
The TPL-202E is backwards compatible with HomePlug 1.0 or HomePlug
turbo.
If you still encounter problems or have any questions regarding the TPL-202E, please
refer to the User's Guide included on the Utility CD-ROM or contact TRENDnet's
Technical Support Department.
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Limited Warranty
- 3-Year Warranty
TRENDnet warrants its products against defects in material and workmanship, under
normal use and service, for the following lengths of time from the date of purchase.
TPL-202E
If a product does not operate as warranted above during the applicable warranty period,
TRENDnet shall, at its option and expense, repair the defective product or deliver to
customer an equivalent product to replace the defective item. All products that are
replaced will become the property of TRENDnet. Replacement products may be new or
reconditioned.
TRENDnet shall not be responsible for any software, firmware, information, or memory
data of customer contained in, stored on, or integrated with any products returned to
TRENDnet pursuant to any warranty.
There are no user serviceable parts inside the product. Do not remove or attempt to
service the product through any unauthorized service center. This warranty is voided if
(i) the product has been modified or repaired by any unauthorized service center, (ii) the
product was subject to accident, abuse, or improper use (iii) the product was subject to
conditions more severe than those specified in the manual.
Warranty service may be obtained by contacting TRENDnet office within the applicable
warranty period for a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number, accompanied by a
copy of the dated proof of the purchase. Products returned to TRENDnet must be pre-
authorized by TRENDnet with RMA number marked on the outside of the package, and
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