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MCA1001 Installation Guide - Page 1
... in the order shown to set up a pair of MCA1001 Coax-Ethernet Adapters in a network using a cable-modem Internet service. For instructions on setup in a network using a DSL modem, refer to the User Manual on the Resource CD. Note: The MCA1001 Coax-Ethernet Adapter is not compatible for use with satellite television installations (for example, DIRECTV, DISH Network).
Estimated completion time: 25...
MCA1001 Installation Guide - Page 2
.... For instructions on adding other devices, including a NETGEAR switch, refer to the User Manual on the Resource CD.
When you have finished this step, your MoCA adapter and peripheral devices should be connected as shown.
Coax IN Coax OUT Ethernet cable HDMI cable
MCA1001
Set-top box
Gaming
console
TV
a. Connect an Ethernet cable from the LAN port on the MoCA adapter to a LAN port on your...
MCA1001 User Guide - Page 2
... product and software upgrades. NETGEAR, INC. Support Information Phone: 1-888-NETGEAR, for US & Canada only. For other countries, see your Support information card. E-mail: support@netgear.com North American NETGEAR website: http://www.netgear.com
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MCA1001 User Guide - Page 3
..., please follow operation instruction as documented in this manual.
Europe - EU Declaration of Conformity
A printed copy of the EU Declaration of Conformity certificate for this product is provided in the MCA1001 product package.
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NETGEAR, Inc. tímto prohlašuje, že tento MCA1001 Coax-Ethernet Adapter je ve shod...
MCA1001 User Guide - Page 7
... Adapter in DSL, Cable Modem, and Multimedia Settings Using with a Cable Modem 2 Using with a DSL Modem 6 Using with Multimedia Devices 9 Chapter 3 Managing Your MCA1001 Coax-Ethernet Adapter Network Why Do I need the MCA1001 Configuration Utility 1 Installing and Starting the MCA1001 Configuration Utility 2 Installing the MCA1001 Configuration Utility 2 Configuring Your Computer...
MCA1001 User Guide - Page 9
... following items: • MCA1001 Coax-Ethernet Adapters • Ethernet and coax cables • Power adapters (varying by region) • Installation Guide • Resource CD, including:
- The MCA1001 Configuration Utility - This manual • Warranty and Support information card If any of the parts are incorrect, missing, or damaged, contact your NETGEAR dealer. Keep the carton, including...
MCA1001 User Guide - Page 10
Coax-Ethernet Adapter MCA1001 User Manual
Hardware Features
Before you install and connect your coax-ethernet adapters, take a moment to become familiar with the front and back panels.
Front Panel
The coax-ethernet adapter front panel, shown in Figure 1-1, contains LEDs.
Coax traffic Ethernet Mode Power
Figure 1-1
You can use the LEDs to verify various conditions. Table 1-1 describes each LED.
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MCA1001 User Guide - Page 13
... Utility allows you to then manage the Coax-Ethernet Adapters on your network. The utility allows you to: • Set up security, including encryption type and password • Change channel frequency and diplexer mode • View statistics • Perform a factory reset • Update your Coax-Ethernet Adapter firmware For full information about the MCA1001 Configuration Utility...
MCA1001 User Guide - Page 15
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Modem, and Multimedia Settings
Three common ways to use the MCA1001are discussed in this chapter: • "Using with a Cable Modem" on page 2-2 • "Using with a DSL Modem" on page 2-6 • "Using with Multimedia Devices" on page 2-9 This chapter describes how to install and configure MCA1001 Coax-Ethernet Adapters for these situations. To get the best performance from your home network...
MCA1001 User Guide - Page 20
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cable
DSL modem
Internet
Router
Cable TV
Laptop
PC
MCA1001
Figure 2-7
To install a Coax-Ethernet Adapter with a DSL modem:
Note: It is not necessary to disconnect your DSL modem from its power, the Internet, or other connections within your network, such as your router.
2-6
Using Your Coax-Ethernet Adapter in DSL, Cable Modem, and Multimedia Settings
v1.0, December...
MCA1001 User Guide - Page 27
... cause problems with other devices, such as DVRs and cable video-on-demand.
This chapter includes the following sections: • "Why Do I need the MCA1001 Configuration Utility?" • "Putting the Updated MCA1001 Back Into Your Network" on page 3-5 • "Updating Your Coax-Ethernet Adapter Firmware" on page 3-6 • "Viewing Statistics" on page 3-8 • "Setting Up Security" on page...
MCA1001 User Guide - Page 28
... to manage the MCA1001:
• Your computer's operating system must be either Windows XP or Windows Vista. The MCA1001 Configuration Utility is only supported on these platforms.
• In your computer's Internet protocol properties (TCP/IP), make sure you use DHCP in your network (you usually allow your computer's IP address to be set automatically).
Tip: If you are using...
MCA1001 User Guide - Page 29
...-Ethernet Adapter MCA1001 User Manual
2. Connect the local MCA1001 to a wall outlet or power strip.
Figure 3-1
3. Directly connect the local MCA1001 to the computer on which you installed the MCA1001 Configuration Utility using an Ethernet cable, as shown in Figure 3-2. Note: The MCA1001 Configuration Utility will not operate properly if you connect the local MCA1001 to a computer through a router...
MCA1001 User Guide - Page 30
.... Any status or settings displayed by the coax-ethernet adapter while in configuration mode will be those updated before the coax-ethernet adapter is taken out of normal mode.
Starting the MCA1001 Configuration Utility
To start the MCA1001 Configuration Utility, double-click the MCA1001 Configuration Utility icon on your desktop. The MCA1001 Configuration Utility will detect...
MCA1001 User Guide - Page 31
... to connect to each coax-ethernet adapter and configure its settings to match.
Note: NETGEAR recommends that you keep a written record of any settings you change, especially for security (see "Setting Up Security" on page 3-10), so the record of settings will be available to you for later use.
Putting the Updated MCA1001 Back Into Your Network
When finished with the...
MCA1001 User Guide - Page 32
... to be set automatically), but still cannot communicate with your network after you re-connect the computer, force a reset of your IP address by first disabling and then enabling your network connection.
Updating Your Coax-Ethernet Adapter Firmware
The firmware of the Coax-Ethernet Adapter is stored in flash memory, and can be updated as NETGEAR releases new firmware. To check for and install new...
MCA1001 User Guide - Page 33
Coax-Ethernet Adapter MCA1001 User Manual
1. Select Firmware Update under Advanced on the main menu.The Firmware Update screen displays.
Figure 3-5
2. Make note of the firmware version of your coax-ethernet adapter.
3. Connect your computer to the Internet and go to the MCA1001 support page on the NETGEAR website at http://www.netgear.com/support.
4. Compare the version number of the most...
MCA1001 User Guide - Page 34
.../Normal button. Also, do not remove power or disconnect either your computer or coax-ethernet adapter. If the update is interrupted, it could corrupt the firmware.
9. If a failure message appears, repeat the update steps. When the update is complete, a success confirmation appears. Your updated firmware version is now displayed in the Firmware Update screen.
Viewing Statistics
Use statistics to...
MCA1001 User Guide - Page 36
... Devices screen displays.
Figure 3-7
The screen displays the most recently available average transmit and receive rate information for your Coax-Ethernet Adapters, identifying each by MAC address.
Setting Up Security
You can manage security for the Coax-Ethernet Adapters by: • Activating network security and setting up an encryption key. • Setting up a password that controls access...
MCA1001 User Guide - Page 39
... mode does not allow TV Service if you have devices connected by the TV OUT connection to the Coax-Ethernet Adapter. If you select this mode, these devices will not receive the cable TV signal when the coax-ethernet adapter is returned to normal operation.
3. To change the channel setting, do one of the following:
Managing Your MCA1001 Coax-Ethernet Adapter Network v1.0, December 2008...