HPES03 User Guide.qxd 3/9/00 4:48 PM Page 1 HomeLink™ Series Broadband Network Bridge Model No.
HPES03 User Guide.qxd 3/9/00 4:48 PM Page 3 COPYRIGHT & TRADEMARKS Copyright © 2000 Linksys, All Rights Reserved. HomeLink Broadband Network Bridge is a registered trademark of Linksys. Microsoft, Windows, and the Windows logo are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. All other trademarks and brand names are the property of their respective proprietors.
HPES03 User Guide.
HPES03 User Guide.qxd 3/9/00 4:48 PM Page 1 Broadband Network Bridge Introduction The Linksys HomeLink Broadband Network Bridge Congratulations on the purchase of a Linksys HomeLink Broadband Network Bridge, the complete Internet connection solution for your Home Phoneline network. This unique new device features two HomeLink RJ-11 standard telephone ports (configured as one pass-through port), and two 10BaseT Ethernet ports with one shared uplink port.
HPES03 User Guide.qxd 3/9/00 4:48 PM Page 2 Linksys HomeLink™ Series Package Contents • One HomeLink Broadband Network Bridge (Model No.
HPES03 User Guide.qxd 3/9/00 4:48 PM Page 3 Broadband Network Bridge Getting to Know the Broadband Network Bridge Rear Panel Ports Uplink Share your Internet access over your entire phoneline network by connecting to your DSL or Cable modem through the Broadband Bridge's uplink port. The uplink port can also connect to Ethernet devices such as hubs, routers, and switches. If the uplink port is occupied, the port to its direct right (Port 3) will be inoperable.
HPES03 User Guide.qxd 3/9/00 4:48 PM Page 4 Linksys HomeLink™ Series Front Panel LEDs 4 Power The Power LED is illuminated when the Broadband Bridge is powered on. Link A Link LED will illuminate above a specific port number (1, 2 or 3) if the corresponding port is successfully connected to a network device. Activity An Activity LED will illuminate above a specific port number if the corresponding port is currently sending or receiving data over the network.
HPES03 User Guide.qxd 3/9/00 4:48 PM Page 5 Broadband Network Bridge Using the Broadband Network Bridge Installation Overview Note: Power everything off before connecting a PC to the Broadband Network Bridge. If both the computer and bridge are powered on when the initial connection is made, the network will act erratically and you will have to reset the bridge.
HPES03 User Guide.qxd 3/9/00 4:48 PM Page 6 Linksys HomeLink™ Series Connecting Your Devices to the Bridge The following steps will have your Broadband Network Bridge up and running in minutes. Basic Installation 1. Ensure that every component of your network (including your Broadband Network Bridge) is powered off. 2. If you are uplinking to a DSL modem, cable modem, Ethernet hub, or Ethernet switch, connect it to the bridge through the bridge's uplink port with a network cable.
HPES03 User Guide.qxd 3/9/00 4:48 PM Page 7 Broadband Network Bridge Daisy-chaining to a HomeLink Network By daisy-chaining your HomeLinked PC's and peripherals, you can create a simple network that will act in the same way an Ethernet network acts on your PC's desktop. While Ethernet networks usually revolve in a star topology around a hub or switch, phoneline networks link together like a string of Christmas lights.
HPES03 User Guide.qxd 3/9/00 4:48 PM Page 8 Linksys HomeLink™ Series Resetting the Broadband Network Bridge If your network connection begins acting erratically, you may want to reset the bridge. To reset, shut down all of your network components, disconnect the bridge's power supply, wait five seconds, and then plug it back in.
HPES03 User Guide.qxd 3/9/00 4:48 PM Page 9 Broadband Network Bridge Troubleshooting Specific Problems 1. I can't get a link at one of my ports. • Ensure that your cabling is not damaged and that it is connected properly. • Ensure that the network card you are connecting to has been properly installed. • Ensure that both the Bridge and the device are powered on. • If you are linking to a hub or a switch, ensure that the hub or switch is functioning correctly.
HPES03 User Guide.qxd 3/9/00 4:48 PM Page 10 Linksys HomeLink™ Series Appendix Twisted Pair Cabling There are different grades, or categories, of twisted-pair cabling. Category 5 is the most reliable and is highly recommended. Category 3 is a good second choice. Straight-through cables are used for connecting computers to a hub.
HPES03 User Guide.qxd 3/9/00 4:49 PM Page 11 Broadband Network Bridge Telephone Cabling The telephone cables you use can be either crossover or straight-through cables. Standard telephone cables like the ones you use everyday in your home should do the job.
HPES03 User Guide.qxd 3/9/00 4:49 PM Page 12 Linksys HomeLink™ Series Specifications Model Number: Standards: Protocol: Ports: Speed: Cabling Type: Topology: LED Status Lights: HPES03 IEEE 802.3 10BaseT, HomePNA v.1.
HPES03 User Guide.qxd 3/9/00 4:49 PM Page 13 Broadband Network Bridge Customer Support For help with the installation or operation of your HomeLink Broadband Network Bridge, contact Linksys Customer Support at one of the phone numbers, Internet or e-mail addresses below. Customer Support Fax Email Web FTP Site 800-326-7114 949-261-1288 949-261-8868 support@linksys.com http://www.linksys.com ftp.linksys.
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