FAQs
What are the Requirements for using HTEM5 MoCA Adapters
To use HTEM5 MoCA adapters, you will need the following: Coaxial cable wiring or coax outlets in your home. A MoCA 2.5 adapter, such as Hitron’s HTEM5 or HTEM4, at each location where you want to extend your network. In most cases, a MoCA network can ...
What’s the difference between Bonded and non-Bonded MoCA Adapters?
Hitron’s HTEM5 bonded MoCA adapter uses two MoCA channels at the same time for higher throughput. A regular MoCA 2.0 adapter achieves up to 670 Mbps while the bonded unit is rated over 1 Gbps. In addition, the bonded units have coax pass-through for ...
How many Ethernet ports does the HTEM5 have?
Hitron’s HTEM5 MoCA Adapters each feature one 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet port capable of transmitting speeds up to 2.5 Gbps across your MoCA network.
Can I use the HTEM5 MoCA adapters with my existing Wi-Fi network?
Yes, MoCA adapters can be used alongside your existing WiFi network. MoCA 2.5 Adapters complement WiFi by providing a wired Ethernet connection over coaxial cables, which can improve your network performance and extend your Ethernet coverage to areas ...
When do I need a MoCA Splitter in my HTEM5 MoCA network?
When setting up a MoCA (Multimedia over Coax Alliance) network using MoCA Adapters to extend your Ethernet connection throughout your home, MoCA splitters play an important role. What are MoCA Splitters? MoCA splitters are specialized devices ...
When do I need a MoCA Filter and how do I use one in my HTEM5 MoCA network?
MoCA (Multimedia over Coax Alliance) networks have emerged as a reliable solution for high-speed internet connectivity. MoCA networks use the existing coaxial cabling in your home, to create a seamless distribution of Ethernet signals throughout a ...
With a Hitron HTEM5 MoCA Adapter, do I still need a Modem/Router?
YES. MoCA Adapters are Home Network Adapters - not modems or routers. The MoCA Adapters "adapt" your coax wiring to perform like Ethernet to create a network backhaul and connect directly to your modem/router to complete the network connection.
How fast is the HTEM5 MoCA Adapter?
Actual speeds will vary depending on the condition of the coax wiring in your network. Maximum throughput over the MoCA Network for MoCA 2.5 is up to 2.5 Gbps. Since the HTEM5 has a 2.5 Gbps Ethernet port, the maximum throughput to end devices is 2.5 ...
What speeds can I expect with the HTEM5 adapters?
You will need at least two HTEM5 Adapters to create a MoCA network. Please note, if you have a MoCA-capable broadband modem or router, only need one HTEM5. If your router does not support MoCA, you will need two MoCA devices, one for your router and ...
Can you plug in an Ethernet switch into a HTEM5 MoCA Adapter?
Yes. Hitron’s HTEM5 MoCA adapters have a 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet port that is compatible with any Ethernet device. This allows you to use a 5-port or 8-port Ethernet switch to get more ports to connect to.
Can I use HTEM5 MoCA adapters with any Internet Service Provider (ISP)?
Yes, Hitron’s HTEM5 MoCA adapters are compatible with any Internet Service Provider. They work independently of your ISP and can be used to extend your network regardless of the service provider you are using.
Can I use HTEM5 MoCA adapters in an apartment or multi-dwelling units (MDUs)?
Yes, HTEM5 (and HTEM4) MoCA adapters can be used in apartments or MDUs. However, it’s important to note that the coaxial cable infrastructure in these buildings can be more complex, with multiple units sharing the same coaxial network. In such cases, ...
HTEM5 Can I mix MoCA Adapter brands?
Hitron’s HTEM5 MoCA Adapters are compatible with other MoCA devices as long as they adhere to the MoCA standard.
What is the maximum distance between MoCA devices?
The total maximum distance between devices is 300ft including in-wall wiring.
What end-devices are compatible with the HTEM5?
Virtually any device that has an Ethernet port, including Xbox, gaming systems, computers, streaming media devices and more.
Is the HTEM5 compatible with satellite services?
No, the HTEM5 is compatible with cable services, but not satellite services such as DirectTV or Dish Network.
How many MoCA devices can I have connected to my home network?
With the HTEM5 Adapters, you can have up to 16 Adapters on your network, which translates into a lot of capacity to spare!
How fast is MoCA 2.5?
MoCA 2.5 can reach theoretical speeds up to 2.5 Gbps over the Coaxial Network and up to 2.5 Gbps to the end device when using the HTEM5.
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Connecting the 1st HTEM5 Adapter
Get a MoCA 2.5 Network Adapter and Ethernet Cable. Connect the Ethernet Cable from the Modem/Router to the MoCA 2.5 Network Adapter. Get the Coax Cable and connect the Coax Cable from the Coax Outlet on the wall to the Coax Port on the MoCA 2.5 ...
Important Safety Instructions
Basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, and personal injury, including the following: Do not use this product near water – for example, near a bathtub, kitchen sink, laundry tub, or swimming ...
Can I update the CODA56 Firmware?
No, your Service Provider distributes cable modem firmware upgrades. The upgrading of all cable modems is governed by DOCSIS standards, which mandate that the distribution of firmware updates lies with the Service Provider. Firmware updates from ...
How do I access the GUI on the CODA56?
The ability to access Hitron’s CODA56 GUI requires firmware version 7.3.5.0.1b2 or higher. This firmware is only available from your ISP, since the upgrading of all cable modems is governed by DOCSIS standards, which mandate that the distribution of ...
Can both Gigabit Ethernet ports on the CODA be used at the same time?
The CODA cable modem has two Gigabit Ethernet ports. Each Gigabit port requires a WAN IP address from your Internet Service Provider. Since most ISPs do not offer more than one WAN IP Address per residence, you will, most likely, only use one of the ...