® dLAN 200 AVdesk
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| Preface Thank you for placing your trust in this devolo product. The dLAN 200 AVdesk from devolo is the home plug-in device for high requirements on data transfer, such as HDTV streaming, Internet telephony and fast Internet. With a transfer rate of 200 Mbps, the dLAN 200 AVdesk transforms the home electrical system in no time into a fast network – thanks to the powerful 128-bit AES encryption with maximum data security.
| Description of the symbols Here we briefly describe the meaning of the symbols used in this manual. Very important notice which, if ignored, may lead to damage. Important notice which should be heeded. Additional information which is useful to know, but not vital.
| Contents 1 Introduction ...................................................................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 1.1 What exactly is dLAN? ................................................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 1.2 What does the dLAN 200 AVdesk have to offer? ............................ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 2 Connection and startup ................................................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 2.
1 Introduction | Introduction In this chapter, we will provide an overview of the new dLAN technology and introduce the dLAN 200 AVdesk briefly. 1.1 What exactly is dLAN? There is now a new alternative to the well-known wired LAN and Wireless LAN network technologies currently used in home and office networking: dLAN (direct Local Area Network, i.e. directly networked). dLAN is home and office networking using the electric wiring already installed in the building.
| 1.2 Introduction 7 What does the dLAN 200 AVdesk have to offer? Powerful and flexible For the first time, the dLAN 200 AVdesk offers a transfer rate of 200 Mbps which makes it ideal for high requirements, such as HDTV streaming, Internet telephony and fast Internet. When connected to an electrical outlet, it changes the home-based electrical system in no time into a fast network with high data throughput.
2 Connection and startup | Connection and startup This chapter covers the connectors and display elements of your dLAN 200 AVdesk and explains how to connect the device. 2.1 System requirements Operating systems: Windows 98, Windows Me, Windows 2000, Windows XP, Linux, Mac OS X and any other operating system with network support Ethernet connection Please note that your computer or other device must feature a network adapter with an Ethernet port.
| Connection and startup 9 ETH 10/Act Is lit whenever an Ethernet connection of 10 Mbps exists; flashes when data are being sent or received. Col Flashes at a faster rate if the network is experiencing increasing use. ETH This is the connection point on the dLAN 200 AVdesk for connecting it to a computer or another device with the network cable (included). AC Here you connect the dLAN 200 AVdesk to the power supply using the supplied power cable.
3 devolo dLAN 200 AV software | devolo dLAN 200 AV software This chapter introduces you to the dLAN 200 AV configuration wizard, Informer, EasyShare and EasyClean devolo tools and describes how to install them. 3.1 Overview of the devolo software 3.1.1 devolo dLAN 200 AV configuration wizard The dLAN 200 AV configuration wizard helps you to build and change your encrypted dLAN 200 AV network. With its help, you can add your dLAN 200 AV device to your network.
| 3.2 devolo dLAN 200 AV software 11 Installing the devolo dLAN 200 AV software 햲 Put the enclosed devolo product CD in your CD-ROM drive. 햳 From the CD setup, select 'Install dLAN 200 AV'. Windows starts the wizard. Confirm by clicking Next. 햴 Select 'Standard Installation' to install the complete devolo dLAN software package. Then, click Next. If you would like to choose the software components to be installed yourself, select 'Custom Installation'. Then, click Next.
3.3 devolo dLAN 200 AV software | Overview in the dLAN 200 AV network with the devolo Informer Due to the Informer you always have an overview of all dLAN 200 AV devices in your dLAN 200 AV network. The Informer shows the dLAN 200 AVdesk connected directly to the computer as well as all dLAN 200 AV devices that are included into the same dLAN 200 AV network.
| 3.4 devolo dLAN 200 AV software 13 Communication in the network using devolo EasyShare All users on the local network who have started EasyShare are automatically recognized by the program and listed: 3.4.
devolo dLAN 200 AV software | Options Every computer has a name. When EasyShare is first installed, you can assign a new name to your computer or use the default name suggested by the operating system. Your computer is visible by this name to all EasyShare users. The computer name can be changed at any time by clicking the Options button or by selecting Tools Options from the menu.
| devolo dLAN 200 AV software 15 Chatting The lower left window functions as a chat room, which is visible and accessible to all EasyShare users on the local network. Users can "chat" by writing messages and clicking Send. 3.5 Maintain your privacy with devolo EasyClean With EasyClean, you can delete the cached files listed below. Select the checkboxes of the file types you would like to remove, then click Delete. Cookies—Many websites store small files on your computer, so-called cookies.
devolo dLAN 200 AV software | History files—Internet Explorer records your surfing activity over a period of days or weeks. This can be practical, but it also takes up space and can be undesirable in many cases. Stored form information—Internet Explorer stores information that you enter in forms and can auto-complete this information in the future. Stored passwords—Passwords can also be stored and automatically inserted together with usernames in subsequent log-in procedures.
| 4 All about the network 17 All about the network This chapter contains examples for possible network designs in home or in office. 4.1 Internet standalone solution—Option 1 Workstation with Internet connection over a DSL modem 4.
4.3 All about the network | Networking—Option 3 Connection of a high-speed IP-TV application to the Internet via a DSL modem 4.4 Networking—Option 4 Connection of an IP telephone and a high-speed IP-TV application to the Internet via a DSL modem For more answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs), please visit our website at www.devolo.com.
| 5 Appendix 5.1 Technical data Appendix 19 This table has detailed information for those interested. dLAN 200 AVdesk Standards Ethernet specification IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3x, IEEE 802.
5.2 Appendix | Important safety instructions All safety and operating instructions should be read and understood before using the device, and should be kept for future reference. Never open the dLAN 200 AVdesk. There are no user-serviceable parts inside the dLAN 200 AVdesk. Do not try to service this product yourself! Contact qualified technicians each and every time your device needs maintenance. There is a risk of electric shock! Use the dLAN 200 AVdesk in a dry location only.
| 5.3 Appendix 21 CE conformity This product complies with the technical requirements of the 1999/5/EC Directive (R&TTE) and the other relevant provisions of the FTEG, and it is designed for use in the EU and Switzerland. The product is class A equipment. This equipment may cause interference with radio waves in home use; if this occurs the operator may be required to take corrective action.
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| 5.5 Appendix 23 Warranty conditions The devolo AG warranty is given to purchasers of devolo products in addition to the warranty conditions provided by law and in accordance with the following conditions: 1 Warranty coverage a) The warranty covers the equipment delivered and all its parts.
Appendix | 5 Operating mistakes If it becomes apparent that the reported malfunction of the device has been caused by unsuitable hardware, software, installation or operation, devolo reserves the right to charge the purchaser for the resulting testing costs. 6 Additional regulations a) b) The above conditions define the complete scope of devolo's legal liability. The warranty gives no entitlement to additional claims, such as any refund in full or in part.
