Preface D-Link reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes in the content hereof without obligation to notify any person or organization of such revisions or changes. Manual Revisions Revision Date 1.0 July 07, 2012 1.1 November 01, 2012 Description • Initial release for hardware revision A1 • Update product description Trademarks D-Link and the D-Link logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of D-Link Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States or other countries.
Table of Contents Table of Contents Preface..........................................................................................2 Manual Revisions........................................................................... 2 Trademarks...................................................................................... 2 Product Overview.......................................................................4 Package Contents..........................................................................
Section 1 - Product Overview Product PackageOverview Contents DHP-328AV • D-Link DHP-328AV PowerLine AV 2-Port Mini Adapter • Ethernet Cable • CD-ROM with User Manual • Quick Install Guide DHP-329AV • D-Link DHP-328AV PowerLine AV 2-Port Mini Adapter X2 • Ethernet Cable X2 • CD-ROM with User Manual • Quick Install Guide System Requirements • • • • Windows® 7, Windows Vista®, XP (with Service Pack 3) Ethernet interface (10/100/1000 Mbps) PC with 1.
Section 1 - Product Overview Introduction D-Link announces a fast, 200 Mbps* PowerLine AV 2-Port Mini Adapter which allows you to connect your home computers, networking devices and gaming devices through the most pervasive medium in your house - the electric powerlines - and share Internet connections, printers, transfer files, play games, and more.
Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview LEDs Powerline LED • Solid. The device is connected to a Powerline network. • Off. The device has not found any other compatible Powerline devices using the same encryption key. Power LED • Solid. The device is receiving electrical power. • Blinking. The device is setting itself up after reset or simple connect button was pressed or power saving mode enabled. • Off. The device is not receiving electrical power.
Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview Connection Simple Connect Button Press to secure your network or reset your device back to the factory default settings. Refer to page 9 for more information. Ethernet Port Connect Ethernet cable to your PC or Ethernet device.
Section 2 - Installation Hardware Installation Power Plug in the DHP-328AV into an AC wall outlet or power strip. Note: Power source is confirmed when the Power LED on the DHP-328AV is illuminated. Connect the Ethernet Cable Connect the included Ethernet cable to the network cable connector located on the DHP-328AV and attach the other end of the Ethernet cable to the network or PC. Network Connectivity is confirmed when the Ethernet LED on the DHP-328AV are illuminated.
Section 2 - Installation Push Button Security Understanding PowerLine AV 2-Port Mini Adapter Security The PowerLine AV 2-Port Mini Adapters on the same network must use an identical encryption key. The default encryption key of each PowerLine AV 2-Port Mini Adapter is HomePlug AV. All PowerLine AV 2-Port Mini Adapters with default encryption key can communicate with each other. It’s recommended to create a private encryption key for network security purpose.
Section 2 - Installation 3. Second Adapter Within two minutes of pushing the Simple connect button of the first adapter, press Simple connect button of second adapter in your Powerline network for no more than three seconds. The Power LED will start blinking after you release the button. Note: Both Simple connect buttons must be pressed within two minutes. After above network security setup steps, your Powerline network will be securely configured with the same network encryption key.
Section 2 - Installation 1 ROOM C DHP-328AV NB NB 2 ROOM A ROOM B DHP-328AV Internet ROOM C DHP-328AV DHP-328AV Router NB NB NB NB EXISTED PLC NETWORK D-Link DHP-328AV/DHP-329AV User Manual 11
Section 2 - Installation Powerline Installation Considerations Plan the location of your Powerline devices: 1. Connect Powerline devices to electrical outlets that are not controlled by a wall switch to avoid accidentally turning off power to the device. 2. Do not connect the Powerline devices to an extension cord, surge protector, or power strip as this might prevent it from working correctly, or reduce the network performance. 3.
Section 2 - Installation 7. Important safety instructions Please read all of the safety and operating instructions before using your device: 1. Do not open the device or attempt to repair or service the device. 2. Only use the included power adapter to power your device. 3. Ensure that the device is plugged into the wall in a vertical position, with the ports facing down. 4. Use the device in a dry location, and avoid placing it in humid environments. 5.
Section 5 - Troubleshooting Troubleshooting • I can’t configure any parameter of the PowerLine AV 2-Port Mini Adapter, an error is shown when I try to configure it: Please make sure you have not unplugged the PowerLine AV 2-Port Mini Adapter while configuring it. • I changed the connection cable to another Network adapter and now the utility does not work correctly: Please restart the utility each time you disconnect the connection cable.
Appendix A - Technical Specifications Technical Specifications Network Ports • Two Ethernet ports Operation Temperature • 0°C ~ 40°C AC Input • 100-240V, 50/60Hz, 0.
