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Actiontec MegaPlug Ethernet Adapter User Manual
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Chapter 3 Using the Configuration Utility
Local Device(s) on Your Computer
The list displays all MegaPlug Adapters connected to the computer.
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Note: If no Adapter appears in the Device List, make sure the
Adapter is connected properly (with the appropriate Ethernet
cable) to the computer. Then, unplug the Adapter, and plug
it back in again. If, after performing these actions, no Adapter
appears in the Device List, the Adapter may be defective.
Contact technical support.
Adapter is connected properly (with the appropriate Ethernet
cable) to the computer. Then, unplug the Adapter, and plug
it back in again. If, after performing these actions, no Adapter
appears in the Device List, the Adapter may be defective.
Contact technical support.
MegaPlug Encryption Key
Enter an encryption key in this text box to provide security for your MegaPlug
network. A key is similar to a password, and can be made up of any combination
of letters or numbers, from 4 to 24 characters long. Once activated, this key must
be entered into a device’s network configuration to join the MegaPlug network.
network. A key is similar to a password, and can be made up of any combination
of letters or numbers, from 4 to 24 characters long. Once activated, this key must
be entered into a device’s network configuration to join the MegaPlug network.
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Important: All Adapters on the same network must have the
same encryption key. If not, they will not be able to connect.
same encryption key. If not, they will not be able to connect.
Set Local Device Only
Click this button to encrypt the device selected in the “Local Device(s) on your
computer” list box.
computer” list box.
Advanced
Selecting Advanced from the row of tabs near the top of the Utility’s window gen-
erates the “Advanced” tab.
erates the “Advanced” tab.