Tii HNP6L-ET - Manual (Page 15)

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The lower panel displays all the HomePlug devices, identified on the current logical network
(remote devices). Displayed immediately above this pane list is the number of remote devices
found, the type of logical network (Public or Private), and a message area that reports
connectivity and scan status. The following information is displayed for each of the devices
discovered that appear in the lower panel.
The Device Name column shows the default device name, which may be user re-defined. A user
may change the name by clicking on the name and editing in-place, or by using the Rename
button.
The MAC Address column shows the device’s MAC address.
The Password column shows the user-supplied Device Password (initially left blank).The Device
Password can be found on the label at the back of the unit. A user may enter the password by
using the Enter Password button (explained below).
3.2
Network Security
Normally the electric meter forms a physical barrier, i.e. only devices connected to this meter can
be part of the network and benefit from the phase coupling. We strongly recommend that you use
the HNP6L-ET
internal device encryption. It is configured with the TII Configuration Utility
software.
How to Use Passwords Correctly
You can improve your security substantially by following some important rules regarding
the use of passwords.
Keep your passwords as secret as possible.
Never write a password down nor store them in notebooks, wallets and text files in
computers.
Do not pass on your password unnecessarily.
Select a random password. Use random strings of letters and numbers. Passwords from
common language usage are not secure.
Change the password regularly or immediately if you feel it has been compromised.
Passwords should be changed as frequently as possible. This requires a little effort, but
increases your security considerably. Even if only the slightest indication of a leak exists,
the password should be changed.