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Getting to know the ethernet adapter – Actiontec electronic HPE100T User Manual

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Actiontec MegaPlug Ethernet Adapter User Manual

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Chapter 1 Introduction

Getting to Know the Ethernet Adapter

This section contains a quick description of the Adapter’s external features.

Front Panel

The Adapter’s front panel features 2 lights (

LED

s):

Power Light
The Power light glows green when sychronized with another device. If the Power
light is off, it can still be powered up.

Link Light
The Link light glows green when an Ethernet connection is detected, and flickers
when data is being transferred across the Adapter.

Bottom Panel

The Adapter’s bottom panel contains one Ethernet port:

Ethernet Port
The Ethernet port is used to connect the Adapter to a computer or gateway/
router via Ethernet cable.

Information Sticker

The information sticker (located beneath the electrical prongs) displays the MAC
(Media Access Control) address, device ID, serial number, and other information
about the Adapter.