® dLAN Highspeed Ethernet II
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| 3 Contents Preface .............................................................................................. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Thank you for placing your trust in this devolo product. .................. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 About this manual ......................................................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 devolo on the Internet.................................................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 1 Introduction ..
Preface | Preface Thank you for placing your trust in this devolo product. By purchasing the dLAN Highspeed Ethernet II, 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 up to 200 m (656")! Thus you can use it to set up a home network in no time at all without routing additional cables.
| Preface 5 Icons This section contains a brief description of the icons used in this manual. Very important note. Failure to observe this note may result in damage. Important note that should be observed. Additional information, background material and configuration tips for your device.
1 Introduction | 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. The available performance and effort required for the installation also compares favourably to traditional methods—dLAN technology now attains speeds you would expect from other LAN technologies, and installing it is a breeze! 1.
| Introduction 7 works do not interfere with one another. Networking via dLAN is fast and secure. The data is encrypted using a key to prevent interception by third parties. 1.2 devolo—Up to speed on green IT The topic everyone is talking about is green IT. devolo has an easy solution: the power saving mode, which comes standard with the home network adapters, sets company apart from many competitors in the IT industry.
1.3 Introduction | The dLAN Highspeed Ethernet II at a glance High-speed HomePlug device with high transfer rates of up to 85 Mbps, making it perfectly suited for Online gaming, Voice over IP and Internet media. Long range of up to 200 m (656") in buildings: The dLAN technology uses the household power grid as a "long network cable". Perfectly informed with the new, clearly arranged 3 LED status display. Reduced energy consumption with patented power save mode (see Section 1.
| 1.4 Sample applications 1.4.1 Networking between two computers PC (Ethernet) 1.4.
Introduction | Extending online gaming over the electrical wiring Games console Modem 1.4.3 Distributed Internet access solution Networking IP telephone and laptop with Internet extension IP phone Modem/Router Laptop For additional application scenarios, as well as answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs) about dLAN networks, visit our website at www.devolo.com.
| 2 Initial use 11 Initial use This chapter covers everything you need to know to set up your dLAN Highspeed Ethernet II. We will describe the functions and connection of the device, introduce the included devolo software and guide you through its installation. 2.1 Package contents Please ensure that the delivery is complete before beginning with the installation of your dLAN Highspeed Ethernet II.
2.3 Initial use | Functions The dLAN Highspeed Ethernet II features three control lamps (LEDs) and is equipped with a network jack. Illustration is country-specific. 2.3.1 Control lamps (LEDs) orange dLAN Highspeed Ethernet II is in standby mode. green dLAN Highspeed Ethernet II is ready for operation.
| 2.3.2 Initial use 13 Connection Network connection: This is the connection point on the dLAN Highspeed Ethernet II for connecting it to a computer or another network device with the network cable (included). Please note that all dLAN devices to be connected to your network are also connected to your household electrical wiring. A dLAN device switches to power saving mode after a short while if no active network device such as a computer is connected to the network port.
Initial use | 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 rightclicking on Start and selecting Explorer from the context menu. Now, select your CD-ROM drive. Double-click to start the installation wizard manually.
| 3 Security in the dLAN 15 Security in the dLAN To ensure the privacy of your dLAN network, data transfer via the household electrical wiring is encrypted using the dLAN Configuration Wizard. Using another utility program, devolo Informer, you can gain an overview of all the reachable dLAN adapters in your own network. 3.1 Encrypting the dLAN network Using the dLAN Configuration Wizard, you can connect multiple devolo dLAN adapters to each other to create a closed and secure home network.
Security in the dLAN | option Show characters, the current password is displayed in legible form in the text field. The factory default password is "HomePlug". Assigning a specific password to a single adapter will exclude it from the remaining dLAN network. 햴 Configuring additional dLAN adapters (optional) After setting up the local dLAN adapter, you can, if you want, assign the dLAN password selected in Step 2 to other dLAN devices in your network in order to form a closed dLAN network.
| Security in the dLAN 17 However, if the random password was used to encrypt the network during the last installation, if you want to integrate a new adapter into the network, you must re-register 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. 3.
Security in the dLAN | Use the Device menu or the context menu that opens with a right-click on the name of the displayed dLAN device to rename the adapter or launch the dLAN Configuration Wizard. Multiple instances of devolo Informer installed in your network can be set to exchange information about found dLAN adapters under View Options…. You may also specify whether information on the performance of your dLAN adapters will be transferred to devolo here.
| 4 Appendix 4.1 Bandwidth optimization Appendix 19 We recommend observing the following connection rules to eliminate possible sources of interference: Avoid extension strips. This may impair the transmission of the dLAN signals. Free wall outlets are preferable.
Appendix | Also position the adapter away from your computer, as it may interfere with the adapter’s operation.
| Appendix 21 Plug the devices into different outlets and avoid using the same extension strip.
4.2 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 device. There are no user-serviceable parts inside the device. 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 device in a dry location only.
| 4.3 23 Technical data Standards Protocols Transmission speed Transmission method Modulation Range Security LEDs dLAN port Device port Weight Dimensions Power consumption Power supply Temperature Ambient conditions System requirements Operating systems Certifications 4.4 Appendix Ethernet specifications IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3x, IEEE 802.3u, Auto MDI / X backward-compatible to HomePlug standard 1.
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| 4.5 Appendix 25 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.
| Index B Bandwidth optimization 19 C CE conformity 23 Connecting the adapter 13 Control lamps 12 D Default password 15, 16 dLAN 6 dLAN Configuration Wizard 15 E Encrypting the dLAN network 15 Extension strips 19 G Green IT 7 I Important safety instructions 22 Informer 17 L LEDs 12 Linux 14 M Mac OS X 14 N Network cable 11, 13 Network connection 13 Network password 15 P Package contents 11 Power saving mode 7 R Random password 15 27 S Security ID 15 Service & Support 5 Software 13 System requirements 11
