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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 May 06, 2013 Description • Initial release for hardware revision A1 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 GO-PL-200 • D-Link GO-PL-200 Powerline AV Mini Easy Adapter • Ethernet Cable • Quick Install Guide GO-PLK-200 • D-Link GO-PL-200 Powerline AV Mini Easy Adapter x2 • Ethernet Cable x2 • Quick Install Guide D-Link GO-PL-200/GO-PLK-200 User Manual 4
Section 1 - Product Overview Introduction D-Link announces a fast, 200Mbps* Powerline AV Mini Easy Adapter which allows you to connect your computers, networking devices and gaming devices through the most pervasive medium in your house - the electric wiring - and share Internet connections, share 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 Connects to your PC or Ethernet device through an Ethernet cable.
Section 2 - Installation Hardware Installation Power Plug in the GO-PL-200 into an AC wall outlet. Note that it is not recommended to connect the GO-PL-200 to a power strip or UPS. Note: Power source is confirmed when the Power LED on the GO-PL-200 is illuminated. Connect the Ethernet Cable Connect the included Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port ROOM C 1 located on the GO-PL-200 and attach the other end of the Ethernet cable to your PC or Ethernet device.
Section 2 - Installation Push Button Security Understanding Powerline AV Mini Easy Adapter Security Powerline AV Mini Easy Adapters must use the same encryption key in order to be on the same network. The default encryption key of each Powerline AV Mini Easy Adapter is HomePlug AV. All Powerline AV Mini Easy Adapters with default encryption key can communicate with each other. It’s recommended to create a private encryption key for network security purposes.
Section 2 - Installation Within two minutes of pushing the Simple connect button of the first adapter, press the Simple Connect Button on the 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. Your Powerline network is now securely configured with the same network encryption key.
Section 2 - Installation 1 ROOM A Internet 3 Router 2 GO-PL-200 ROOM A Internet D-Link GO-PL-200/GO-PLK-200 User Manual Router ROOM B GO-PL-200 PC ROOM B GO-PL-200 GO-PL-200 PC 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 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 the Powerline AV Mini Easy Adapter, an error is shown when I try to configure it: Please make sure you have not unplugged the Powerline AV Mini Easy Adapter while configuring it. • I changed the Ethernet cable to another Network adapter and now the utility does not work correctly: Please restart the utility each time you disconnect the Ethernet cable.
Appendix A - Technical Specifications Technical Specifications Network Ports • One Ethernet port Operation Temperature • 0°C ~ 40°C AC Input • 100-240V, 50/60Hz, 0.
