Manual The Network Innovation
dE!VDLD GIGAGATE
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Contents 1 Preface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 1.1 About this manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 1.1.1 Intended use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 1.1.2 CE conformity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.3.3 4.3.4 Bridge operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Mobile devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 5 Annex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 5.1 Frequency range and transmitting power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Preface 5 1 Preface Thank you for placing your trust in this devolo product. devolo GigaGate helps you set up your own gigabit network in just a few easy steps. The devolo GigaGate Base lets you transmit your Internet data to the devolo GigaGate Satellite using highspeed gigabit WiFi. You can connect a total of five network devices to the satellite using network cables and connect them to the Internet.
6 Preface 1.1.2 CE conformity The product conforms to the basic requirements of directives 2014/53/EU, 2014/35/EU and the other relevant requirements of the Radio and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Act (FTEG). The product is intended for operation in the EU, Switzerland and Norway. The product is a Class B product. This class may cause interference when used in residential environments. A printout of the CE declaration is included with the product. You can also find it online at www.devolo.com. 1.
Preface 7 Disconnect devolo devices from the mains supply to clean! Avoid cleaning agents containing solvents, since they can cause damage to the housing. Only use a dry towel for cleaning. DANGER due to overheating devolo devices should be installed only at locations that guarantee adequate ventilation. Slots and openings on the housing are used for ventilation: 1.2 devolo on the Internet For detailed information on our products and dLAN, visit www.devolo.com.
8 Introduction 2 Introduction 2.1 What is WLAN? WiFi refers to a WLAN (Wireless Local Area Network), the use of radio technology to network computers and other devices. While it is possible to wirelessly connect computers in pairs ("peer-to-peer", p2p), a central access point is usually required to set up a network of multiple devices. This turns a WiFi router into an access point as well as a modem for Internet access and into a router for acting as a go-between within the network. Fig.
Introduction 9 The wireless network established by an access point has only limited range. The reception range of the access point, also known as a "radio cell", is impeded by the walls of a building. In some cases, stable connections are often only possible between WiFi devices within a single room.
10 Introduction a transfer rate of up to 1300 Mbps thanks to the larger channel bandwidth and improved data transmission technology. 2.2 The devolo GigaGate The LED status display can be disabled on the GigaGate configuration interface (see Chapter 4.3.2 Basic settings).
Introduction 11 쎲 Fold-down feet 쎲 Four holes (on each side) for wall mounting 쎲 One power socket for the included mains adapter.
12 Introduction devolo GigaGate Base devolo GigaGate Satellite Holes for wall mounting Fast Ethernet Gigabit LED WiFi LED with WiFi button Home LED With house button Power LED Fig.
Introduction 13 devolo GigaGate Satellite devolo GigaGate Base Fast Ethernet Gigabit LAN Reset button Power supply Fold-down feet Fig.
14 Introduction Flashing behaviour of the LEDs LED LED Flashing behaviour White LED Lights up steady White LED Flashes at intervals of 0.5 sec.
Introduction 15 2.2.1 WiFi button The WiFi button controls the following WiFi functions: Connecting WiFi devices via WPS 쎲 If the device is still on factory defaults, tap the WiFi button in order to activate WPS. Fig. 5: WiFi button on the GigaGate Satellite Information on incorporating WiFicompatible terminal devices using WPS can be found in Chapter 4.3.4 Mobile devices. WPS, developed by the WiFi Alliance, is one of the encryption standards in a WiFi network.
16 Introduction 쎲 To change the configuration of the devolo GigaGate back to the factory defaults, press the Reset button for more than 10 seconds. Keep in mind that all settings that have already been configured will be lost! You can use a pointed object (such as a paper clip) to press the Reset button. 2.2.4 WiFi antennas The four internal WiFi antennas on the devolo GigaGate Base have 4x4 Quantenna technology.
Initial use 17 3 Initial use This chapter covers everything you need to know to set up your devolo GigaGate. We provide a brief description of the connection to both devices and briefly introduce the devolo software. Further, detailed information is available at www.devolo.com. 3.1 Package contents Please ensure that the delivery is complete before beginning with the installation of your devolo GigaGate.
18 Initial use 3.3 Connecting the devolo GigaGate 햳 The device may be used only indoors. Write down the devolo GigaGate Satellite WiFi key before adding your WiFi-compatible terminal devices to the network. You will find this unique WiFi key on the label on the underside of the housing. Enter the devolo GigaGate Satellite WiFi key on your laptop, tablet or smartphone later on as a network security key to establish an encrypted connection with the WiFi network.
Initial use 19 The devolo GigaGate Base and the devolo GigaGate Satellite connect automatically over gigabit WiFi. The Home LED flashes while the connection is established. Once the WiFi connection between the devolo GigaGate Base and the devolo GigaGate Satellite is established, the Home LED on both devices lights up continuously. To disconnect devolo devices from the mains supply, unplug the device itself or its mains plug from the power socket. Fig.
20 Initial use Connecting devices to the devolo GigaGate Satellite WiFi network using the WiFi button 햵 Select the WPS setting on your tablet or smartphone. For devices with the Android operating system, you can find the WPS settings under WiFi/Advanced Settings. The Apple iOS operating system does not support WPS. 햶 Briefly press the WiFi button to establish an encrypted WiFi connection.
Initial use 21 downloaded the installation file to your PC, start it by double-clicking on it. Software for Linux (Ubuntu) The devolo Cockpit software is available at www.devolo.com/cockpit. After you have downloaded and installed the installation file to your PC, start the file. You can find more information about the devolo Cockpit software online at www.devolo.com/cockpit.
22 Network configuration 4 Network configuration The devolo GigaGate has a built-in configuration interface that can be called up using a standard web browser. All settings for operating the device can be modified here. 4.1 Calling up the built-in configuration interface This enables you to access the built-in online configuration interface for the devolo GigaGate: 쎲 Open your operating system's start menu and select devolo Cockpit software.
Network configuration 23 4.2 devolo Cockpit software The devolo Cockpit software is a monitoring and encryption program that detects all accessible dLAN and WiFi devices in your home network and combines them into one secure network. All accessible devices in your home network appear after starting the devolo Cockpit software. This may take a moment. Fig.
24 Network configuration devolo GigaGate All devices found in the network appear as adapter icons with the corresponding product name. The adapter in the middle of the network identified with the symbol shown here symbolises your locally connected device. If you have multiple devices connected locally, you can jump back and forth between them. Clicking an adapter icon with the mouse enables the corresponding dLAN device and highlights it.
Network configuration 25 4.3 Menu description All menu functions are described in the corresponding interface as well as in the associated chapter in the manual. The sequence of the description in the manual follows the structure of the menu. The three (Base) or four central areas (Satellite) of the configuration interface are displayed on the bottom edge of the screen. Click the button of an area to move directly into it. Fig.
26 Network configuration Base/Satellite: You can find all information about this devolo GigaGate in the Status overview area as well as information about the devices connected to the Satellite. In addition to setting up an access key to protect the device against unauthorised access, the devolo GigaGate firmware can also be updated here. Base/Satellite: Configuration options for language selection, device security and for the connected network devices are located in the Basic configuration area.
Network configuration 27 In order to form a new connection to the WiFi bridge, connect your laptop to the devolo GigaGate Base using a network cable. Switch the WiFi bridge back on in the configuration interface. Defining the bridge network name 쑗 Bridge network name The network name (SSID) defines the name of your wireless network between the devolo GigaGate Base and devolo GigaGate Satellite.
28 Network configuration 80 MHz: Default setting. Suitable for the WiFi standard 802.11ac. Up to five non-overlapping channels are available here. Changing the network name (SSID) Reading MAC address of the devolo GigaGate Base 쎲 5 GHz Bridge monitor 쑗 Connected Bridge devices Here, the connected devolo GigaGate Base is shown with the MAC address and the date of the last login. The MAC address provides a unique identifier for the hardware interface of every individual network device (e.g.
Network configuration 29 Selecting the WiFi encryption 쑗 Encryption The WPA and WPA/WPA2 (WiFi Protected Access) security standards are available for securing data transmission in your wireless network. This method allows for individualised keys consisting of letters and numbers with a length of up to 63 characters. You can simply enter them via the keyboard. WPA2 (Wi-Fi Protected Access 2): Default setting. The encryption standard is based on secure AES encryption (Advanced Encryption Standard).
30 Network configuration 802.11b+g+n: Default setting with highest level of compatibility. With this selection, the devolo GigaGate Satellite supports the listed WiFi standards 802.11b, 802.11g and 802.11n. 802.11b+g: With this setting, the devolo GigaGate Satellite only supports the two WiFi standards 802.11b and 802.11g. Setting the channel bandwith 쑗 Channel bandwidth Here, you can set the channel bandwidth of the individual WiFi standards.
Network configuration 31 Media ports (100 Mbps): Suitable for all devices that have a Fast Ethernet port. The transfer rate is ideal for streaming videos and browsing the web. Update firmware 쎲 Firmware version Firmware update Shows the firmware currently installed on the devolo GigaGate Satellite. 쑗 Automatic firmware update on/off The firmware of the devolo GigaGate includes the software for operating the device.
32 Network configuration Restoring the device configuration Configuring network settings 쑗 Resetting the device configuration Using this setting, the devolo GigaGate Satellite can be reset to the factory defaults. 쎲 Network settings Configure network All relevant information for the network is displayed in the network settings, such as the IP address, subnet mask and name server. Your personal WiFi settings are lost in the process. The last-assigned passwords for the devolo GigaGate are also reset.
Network configuration 33 4.3.2 Basic settings In the Basic settings area, you will find some familiar settings from the Status overview as well as additional settings for Language selection and Advanced settings for individually adjusting your devolo GigaGate device.
34 Network configuration date and time automatically is activated by default so that the devolo GigaGate can automatically synchronise the date and time. The time server pool.ntp.org is enabled by default. 쑗 Adjust to daylight saving time automatically on/off Here, you can specify that the time of the devolo GigaGate devices shifts to daylight saving time automatically. Select your Time zone and the Time server.
Network configuration 35 4.3.3 Bridge operation In the Bridge operation area, you will find settings for naming the network of the devolo GigaGate devices, for encryption, for WiFi mode and the option to connect other devolo GigaGate Satellite devices with the devolo GigaGate Base. 쎲 Bridge configuration You can find more information on devolo GigaGate configuration in Chapter 4.3.1 Status overview.
36 Network configuration WPS via PIN and start the encryption process by pressing the Start setup button. WPS via PBC (push button) (WiFi button): 햲 Start the encryption devolo GigaGate process on the 쑗 either by pressing the WiFi button on the front panel of the devolo GigaGate Satellite or 쑗 by going into the interface under devolo GigaGate Satellite Mobile devices Terminal devices, automatic (WPS) WPS via PCB (Push Button) and pressing the Start setup button.
Annex 37 5 Annex Technical specifications in the 2.4-GHz frequency range 5.1 Frequency range and transmitting power Frequency range 2.4 GHz IEEE standard 802.11 b 802.11 g 802.11 n – Technical specifications in the 5 GHz frequency range Frequency range 5 GHz IEEE standard 802.11 a/h 802.11 n 802.11 ac 5150 – 5350 MHz Indoor frequency range Indoor & outdoor frequency range 5150 – 5725 MHz (802.11 a/h, n) 5150 – 5350 MHz / 5470 – 5725 MHz (802.11 ac) Channel bandwidth 20 MHz (802.
38 Annex devolo GigaGate 5.2 Channels and carrier frequencies Channels and frequencies in the 2.
Annex 39 5.3 Disposal of old devices To be used in the countries of the European Union and other European countries with a separate collecting system: The icon with crossed-out wastebasket on the device means that this product is an electrical or electronic device that falls within the scope of application of the European Community WEEE Directive. These types of devices may no longer be disposed of with household waste. Rather they can be given to a municipal collection point free of charge.
40 Annex 5.4 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 a) a) If defects appear during the warranty period, the warranty claims must be made immediately, at the latest within a period of 7 days. b) In the case of any externally visible damage arising from transport (e.g.
Annex 41 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 The above conditions define the complete scope of devolo's legal liability. a) The warranty gives no entitlement to additional claims, such as any refund in full or in part.
Index C CE 6 D Default WiFi key 29 DHCP server 32 W WiFi 8 WiFi antenna 16 WiFi key 29 Windows 20 WPA2 29 I IP address 32 L LAN (network connection) 15 LED status display 10, 34 Linux 21 M Mac (OS X) 20 MAC address 28 P Package contents 17 R Reset 15 S Safety notes 6 Security ID 35 System requirements 17 T Time server 33 devolo GigaGate
