NetComm NP290W - Manual (Page 3)

NP90W User Guide 
YML849Rev 1
Chapter 1 – Introduction
The NP290W Turbo Wireless HomePlug is a 85Mbps Adaptor with 802.11G Wireless LAN that transforms your
in-house power circuit into networking infrastructure with a Wireless LAN interface. The NP290W is ideal for
anyone wishing to extend their Wireless Internet access or make an internal network. Surf the Internet, share
data, and rest assured that your privacy is safe through the security encryption on the power circuit and WLAN.
1.1 Minimum Requirements
• Pentium® MMX 233MHz
• A CD-ROM Drive
• Ethernet card installed with TCP/IP Protocol
• Operating Systems support for Setup Utility: - Windows® 98 Second Edition
- Windows® Me
- Windows® 2000
- Windows® XP
• OS independent for Ethernet
• Web Browser support:
- Microsoft Internet Explorer 4.0 (or later versions)
- Netscape® Navigator 3.02 (or later versions)
1.2 Typical NP290W Turbo Wireless HomePlug Connection
Below is a typical NP290W Turbo Wireless HomePlug connection.
1.3 Package Contents
Your NetComm NP290W package includes the following items:
• NP290W Turbo Wireless HomePlug
• CAT-5 UTP Straight Ethernet Network Cable (RJ45) (2 supplied for Starter Kit)
• 85Mbps HomePlug Ethernet Adaptor (included for Starter Kit Package Only)
• Quick Start Manual
• CD ROM containing setup utility and User Guide
If any of the above items are missing or damaged, please contact NetComm immediately.
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