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Contents Contents 1 Preface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 1.1 Thank you for placing your trust in this devolo product.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 2 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 2.1 What exactly is dLAN? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Preface 4 1 Preface 1.1 Thank you for placing your trust in this devolo product. By purchasing the dLAN 85 HSmini, you have chosen a latest-generation high-speed dLAN device that networks your computers and extends the Internet through the entire house. The dLAN technology uses the household power grid as a "long network cable"—with a range of 200 m (656")! Thus you can use it to set up a home network in no time at all without routing additional cables.
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Introduction 6 2 Introduction dLAN is an intelligent, secure technology that lets you set up a home network easily, quickly and economically via your household electrical wiring, without the need for complex and expensive dedicated cabling.
7 Introduction 2.1 What exactly is dLAN? dLAN (direct Local Area Network) uses the household power grid to transfer data between computers equipped with suitable adapters and other network components. As a result, any power outlet can be used as a network access point. The data is modulated prior to transfer and sent as a signal via household power lines. State-of-the-art technology ensures that the power and data networks do not interfere with one another. Networking via dLAN is fast and secure.
Introduction 8 2.3 Sample applications Networking between two computers (fig. 1) fig. 1 Extending Internet over the electrical wiring (fig. 2) fig.
9 Introduction Realizing Internet TV over the electrical wiring (fig. 3) fig. 3 Connecting game consoles to a modem/router over the electrical wiring (fig. 4) fig.
Introduction 10 Voice over IP and mobile home networking (notebook) (fig. 5) fig.
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Initial use 12 3 Initial use This chapter covers everything you need to know to set up your dLAN 85 HSmini. We will describe the functions and connection of the device, introduce the included devolo software and guide you through its installation. 3.1 Package contents Please ensure that the delivery is complete before beginning with the installation of your dLAN 85 HSmini.
13 Initial use Please note that dLAN devices such as the devolo dLAN duo (14 Mbps) and devolo dLAN 85 HSmini (85 Mbps) can be used on the same household electrical wiring as dLAN 200 AV devices (200 Mbps) without interference, but they will not be able to communicate directly with one another. More valuable information about dLAN is available in the Info centre section of our website at www.devolo.com.
Initial use 14 3.3 Functions The dLAN 85 HSmini features 3 control LEDs as well as a network port: 햲 Use the included network cable to connect the dLAN 85 HSmini to the network port of your running computer or other network device. 햳 Plug the dLAN 85 HSmini into a wall socket. Power If possible, do not plug the adapter into a power strip. This may impair the transmission of the dLAN signals. A free wall outlet is preferable. green: Lit steady when the dLAN 85 HSmini is ready for operation.
15 Initial use 쎲 The devolo dLAN Configuration Wizard lets you set up custom encryption for your dLAN network. 쎲 devolo Informer finds dLAN adapters in a dLAN network and displays information on the devices found. To install the software, insert the included CD-ROM in the CD drive of your computer. If autoplay is installed on your computer, the installation will start automatically. Otherwise, open the folder with the Windows Explorer by right-clicking on Start and selecting Explorer from the context menu.
Security in the dLAN 16 4 Security in the dLAN Data communication via the household power grid is encrypted to ensure the privacy of your dLAN network. The following section describes data encryption using the dLAN Configuration Wizard. 4.
17 Security in the dLAN fig. 6 You can choose between your own password, a random password and the default password. To define your own password with a length of at least eight characters, enter this into the Network password (min. 8 characters) text field. Alternatively, you can have a randomly selected, highly secure password assigned using the Random password button. Pressing the Default password key resets the password of the dLAN adapter to the factory setting.
Security in the dLAN 18 dLAN devices in your network in order to form a closed dLAN network. fig. 7 You will need the 16-character Security IDs of the various adapters from the label on the housing. Enter the code without hyphens in the 4 text boxes and confirm by clicking Define password. If a security ID is correct and the device is reachable in the dLAN, the device is added to the list of already configured adapters.
19 Security in the dLAN integrate a new adapter into the network, you must reregister all previously entered dLAN adapters using the security ID. Once you have entered the security IDs of your dLAN adapters, your dLAN network is complete. All computers and other network devices connected to the adapters by cable should now be able to communicate with one another in the network.
Security in the dLAN 20 4.2 devolo Informer devolo Informer can detect all available dLAN adapters in your home network and display device information in an overview. After installing the devolo software, it can be found in the Start Programs devolo program group. apters. devolo Informer generally updates the list of found dLAN devices automatically. If newly-added adapters do not appear in the window, refresh the display with F5 or via the View menu.
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Appendix 22 5 Appendix 5.2 Important safety instructions 5.1 Bandwidth optimization All safety and operating instructions should be read and understood before using the device, and should be kept for future reference. We recommend observing the following connection rules to eliminate possible sources of interference: 쎲 Avoid extension strips. This may impair the transmission of the dLAN signals. Free wall outlets are preferable.
23 Appendix 쎲 Disconnect the device from the power supply grid before cleaning. Use a moist towel to clean the device. Never use water, paint thinner, benzene, alcohol or other strong cleaning agents when cleaning the device, as these could damage the case. 쎲 Never use the device with a power supply that does not meet the specifications provided on the rating plate. If you do not know what type of power supply you have at home, contact your dealer or energy supplier.
Appendix 24 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) 3 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.
25 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 The above conditions define the complete scope of devolo's legal liability. devolo dLAN 85 HSmini a) The warranty gives no entitlement to additional claims, such as any refund in full or in part.
Index Index S Bandwidth optimization 22 Security ID 18 Software installation 14 System requirements 12 C U CE declaration 22 Control LEDs 14 Ubuntu 15 D Warranty 24 Windows 14 B Data encryption 16 Default password 17 Disposal of old devices 23 dLAN Configuration Wizard 16 W I Important safety instructions 22 Informer 20 L Linux 15 M Mac OS X 15 N Network connection 14 Network password 17 P Package contents 12 R Random password 17 devolo dLAN 85 HSmini
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