Table of Contents Introduction The Linksys HomeLink Broadband Network Bridge Features Package Contents Getting to Know the Broadband Network Bridge Rear Panel Ports Front Panel LEDs Using the Broadband Network Bridge Installation Overview Connecting Your Devices to the Bridge Daisy-chaining to a HomeLink Network...
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 tele- phone ports (configured as one pass-through port), and two 10BaseT Ethernet ports with one shared uplink port.
Linksys HomeLink™ Series Package Contents • One HomeLink Broadband Network Bridge (Model No.: HPES03) • One AC Adapter & Power Cord • One User Guide and Registration Card...
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 con- nect to Ethernet devices such as hubs, routers, and switches.
A Collision LED will illuminate above a specific port number if the corresponding port is currently experiencing network colli- sions. Small amounts of collisions are normal. If you are experi- encing excessive collisions, verify that your cabling is undam- aged and properly connected. Linksys HomeLink™ Series...
Broadband Network Bridge Using the Broadband Network Bridge Installation Overview Because the Broadband Network Bridge is a stand-alone device that requires no software or system configuration, setup involves nothing but plugging everything in and turning everything on. There are, however, a few limitations to the amount of physical space your network will be able to cover without running the risk of data corruption.
5. Power everything on. Connect the supplied power cord to the Power port on the rear of the bridge, then plug the power cord into an electrical out- let. The Broadband Bridge installation is complete. Linksys HomeLink™ Series...
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.
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.
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.
3, and 6 at the other end. In a crossover cable, the order of the wires change from one end to the other: wire 1 becomes 3, and 2 becomes 6. See the diagrams on the next page for more detailed infor- mation on straight-through and crossover cabling. Linksys HomeLink™ Series...
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.
Link per Port, Activity per Port, Collision per Port, Power 7.5” x 6” x 2” 0.9 lbs. 5V DC, 3A Class B, CE Mark Commercial 32°F to 131°F (0°C to 55°C) -4°F to 158°F (-20°C to 70°C) 10% to 85% Non-condensing 5% to 90% Non-condensing Linksys HomeLink™ Series...
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 num- bers, Internet or e-mail addresses below. Customer Support Email FTP Site 800-326-7114...