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1.
Hip SmartHub – Connection / Setup
1.1.
Setup Guide
1.1.1.
Remove the cover from your SmartHub by inserting your fingers through the openings on
either side of the cabinet and gently pulling apart and towards you. The cover will come away
from the base.
1.1.2.
Inside the SmartHub should be 3 x Ethernet Patch Cables. Remove these and pull apart the
Velcro Strap.
1.1.3.
Take the 3 x Ethernet Patch Cables and Plug them into the 1
st
3 sockets (left to right) on the
Patch Panel in the back of your SmartHub. Both ends of the Patch Cables are the same, so either
end can be plugged in to the Patch Panel. The Plugs go in from underneath by pushing back the
spring loaded tabs. The small clip on the plug should be facing towards you. Insert the plug
upwards into the socket until you hear it click.
1.1.4.
Once you’ve inserted the 3 x Patch Cables into the Patch Panel, take your Broadband
Router and plug the other end of the Patch Cables into the sockets on your Router labeled
Ethernet (there will normally be 4 ethernet sockets on your Router, any three of the 4 will do).
1.1.5.
Make the other connections for your Router as described in the instructions which came
with it. There should be a cable for the phone line / adsl connection and also for power. You
should find your Master BT point is located within 1 metre of your SmartHub.
1.1.6.
Place your Router inside the SmartHub being careful not to bend the Patch Cables too
tightly. Secure the Router inside the SmartHub with the Velcro strip provided.
1.1.7.
Refer to the setup instructions which came with your Broadband Router to establish that
your Router and Broadband Service are working Wirelessly before continuing.
The Hip SmartHub houses your Broadband Router
and distributes your internet connection to three
hardwired connection points (Ethernet sockets)
around your home.
To begin, you will need your Broadband Router
from your chosen Internet Service Provider.