Linksys PLEBR10 - Manual (Page 4)

Chapter 1: Introduction to the
EtherFast 10/100 Bridge
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The Linksys Instant PowerLine™ EtherFast ® 10/100 Bridge offers a complete
Internet connection solution for your home powerline network. The PowerLine
Bridge makes sharing your broadband access easier than ever. Build a strong
and simple-to-use home network by taking advantage of the most pervasive
home networking medium—powerlines.
The PowerLine Bridge is ideal for users who already have a router. It can be
plugged into an Ethernet port on a router to equip a network with powerline
capabilities and take advantage of the router’s features. The PowerLine Bridge
can also plug directly into a cable or DSL modem to allow Internet access and
data transfer rates up to 14Mbps over home powerlines.
With the PowerLine Bridge, create a network in no time at all to share an
Internet connection (a router may be required), files, and printers, or even play
multi-user network games at blazingly fast speeds. It’s easy, convenient, and
cost-effective.
• Connects 10/100 Ethernet Network to Powerline Network for Seamless
Integration
• Share Internet Access Across Your Entire Home Powerline Network*
• Up to 14Mbps Data Transfer Over Powerlines
• Bridges Cable or DSL Modem Connection and HomePlug Connection
• Fully HomePlug 1.0 Compliant
• No New Wires™ Approach
• PowerPacket™ Technology Facilitates Efficient Packet Transmission
• 56-Bit Data Encryption to Ensure Data Security and Reliability
• Easy-to-Read LED indicators
• Easy Installation—No Software Required
• Free Technical Support—24 Hours a Day, 7 Days a Week, Toll-Free US Calls
• 1-Year Limited Warranty
* Router may be required
Instant PowerLine TM Series EtherFast ® 10/100 Bridge and USB Adapter
Appendix E: Specifications for the USB Adapter 41
Environmental 42
Appendix F: Warranty Information 43
Appendix G: Contact Information 44
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The Linksys EtherFast ® 10/100 Bridge
Features