® dLAN 200 AVeasy
© 2007 devolo AG, Aachen (Germany) While the information in this manual has been compiled with great care, it may not be deemed an assurance of product characteristics. devolo shall be liable only to the degree specified in the terms of sale and delivery. The reproduction and distribution of the documentation and software supplied with this product and the use of its contents is subject to written authorization from devolo.
| Contents 1 Preface .............................................................................................. . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.1 Thank you! .................................................................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.2 About this manual ........................................................................ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.3 devolo on the Internet ................................................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . .
| 6 Appendix .......................................................................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 6.1 Bandwidth optimization ................................................................ . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 6.2 Important safety instructions ......................................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 6.3 Technical data .............................................................................. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 6.
| 1 Preface 1.1 Thank you! Preface 5 The dLAN 200 AVeasy from devolo is the home plug-in device for high requirements on data transfer, such as HDTV streaming, Internet telephony, Quality of Service function (QoS) and fast Internet. With a transfer rate of up to 200 Mbps, the dLAN 200 AVeasy transforms the home electrical system in no time into a fast network – thanks to the powerful 128-bit AES encryption with maximum data security.
Preface | From time to time you will find the icon of a devolo program in the margin to the left of the text; the program will be explained in greater detail at that point. In addition to the standard software, devolo provides a wide range of useful free extras. For example, network products come with utilities to protect your privacy (devolo EasyClean) or quickly and easily share files within your home network (devolo EasyShare).
| 2 Introduction 7 Introduction dLAN is an intelligent, secure technology that lets you set up a home network easily, quickly and economically via your household power grid, without the need for complex and expensive dedicated cabling. The available performance and effort required for the installation also compares favorably to traditional methods – dLAN technology now attains speeds you would expect from other LAN technologies, and installing it is a breeze! 2.
Introduction | secure. The data is encrypted using a key to prevent easy interception by third parties. 2.2 What does the dLAN 200 AVeasy have to offer? The dLAN 200 AVeasy offers a transfer rate of up to 200 Mbps which makes it ideal for high requirements, such as HDTV streaming, Internet telephony, Quality of Service function (QoS) 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.
| 2.3.2 Networking of two workstations 2.3.3 Distributed Internet access solution Introduction 9 Connection of an IP telephone, a high-speed Internet application and an IP-TV application with Internet access via a DSL modem router For more sample applications and answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs) about dLAN, please visit our website at www.devolo.com.
3 Initial use | Initial use This chapter covers everything you need to know to set up your dLAN 200 AVeasy. It will explain connecting the dLAN 200 AVeasy and its functions. We will also briefly introduce the included devolo software and guide you through its installation. 3.
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3.3.1 Initial use | Control lamps (LEDs) Power dLAN Link/Act ETH/ACT 3.3.2 green Lit steady when dLAN 200 AVeasy is operational. orange Lit steady when the dLAN 200 AVeasy is in standby mode. green Lit steady when a connection with the dLAN 200 AV network exists; flashes when data is being sent or received via the power grid in the dLAN 200 AV network. red Lit steady when dLAN adapter signals are detected; flashes when data is being sent or received via the power grid.
|Initial use 3.4 13 Connecting the dLAN 200 AVeasy This section describes how to connect your dLAN 200 AVeasy to a computer or other network device. Firmware note: if you would like to use a dLAN 200 AVeasy together with devolo dLAN 200 AV devices, please update the firmware of the dLAN 200 AV devices first. For more information, refer to the chapter 3.5.1'Firmware update'. The current firmware can be found in the download section of our website at www.devolo.com.
Initial use | devolo EasyShare lets you quickly and easily transfer files from one computer to another in your home network. devolo EasyClean is a convenient way to clear your private data in Microsoft Internet Explorer. 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.
|Security in the dLAN 4 15 Security in the dLAN Data communication via the household power grid is encrypted to ensure the privacy of your dLAN 200 AV network. The following section describes data encryption options – either using the encryption button or the dLAN configuration wizard. Please note the following basic principle when choosing your encryption method: In pure dLAN 200 AVeasy networks, custom data encryption can be set up at the touch of a button; i.e.
Security in the dLAN | 햲 Encrypting a new dLAN 200 AVeasy network consisting of two dLAN 200 AVeasy adapters If the adapters are still in their factory default states, press the encryption buttons on both adapters for at least ten seconds, until the Power LED goes out and starts to flash. Once both dLAN 200 AVeasy adapters have been successfully connected, press each encryption button for two seconds within two minutes of one another.
|Security in the dLAN 17 햴 Excluding a dLAN 200 AVeasy from your network To exclude a dLAN 200 AVeasy adapter from an existing network, press its encryption button for at least ten seconds. The device will be assigned a new randomly generated password and will thus no longer be able to access the network. To integrate the adapter in a different dLAN 200 AVeasy network, follow the steps described under 햲 or 햳, depending on whether you are setting up a new network or adding the adapter to an existing one.
Security in the dLAN | KSHT-QRUV). Ensure that all dLAN adapters are connected to the power grid and computers or other network components as appropriate. 햲 Scan for dLAN 200 AV adapter After launching the Wizard, it initially scans for a dLAN adapter connected directly to your computer. 햳 Assign a network password In this step, select a network password that will apply to all adapters in your home network. The password must be used by all dLAN devices.
|Security in the dLAN 19 the code without hyphens in the 'Security ID' field and click Add. The device will be found if the security ID is correct. When launching the dLAN configuration wizard again after a successful initial installation – when integrating a new adapter into the network, for example – the application will remember devices and security IDs entered in previous sessions. It will therefore not be necessary to enter them again.
Security in the dLAN | sions are also displayed, as are the transfer speeds of active connections between the adapters. 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. 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.
| 5 Additional devolo software 21 Additional devolo software Your dLAN 200 AVeasy comes with two helpful utilities that can simplify your work with your home network: devolo EasyClean can help protect your privacy if you surf the Internet using Microsoft Internet Explorer. devolo EasyShare provides you with a fast, simple and reliable way of transferring files between Windows PCs in your network. 5.
Additional devolo software | The top left section contains your own computer, as well as any other computers in your home network and that are also running EasyShare. If a newly added PC does not appear here, press F5 or use File Refresh to update the list. The program generally finds additional computers running EasyShare automatically and very quickly. In doing so, it scans the entire so-called subnet, which normally consists of 255 different IP addresses (e.g. 192.168.0.1, 192.168.0.2, etc.
| 5.2 Additional devolo software 23 devolo EasyClean If you surf the Internet using Microsoft Internet Explorer, devolo EasyClean can help protect your privacy. The web browser continuously stores a range of personal information such as cookies and the addresses of visited sites, as well as form contents and even passwords. However, Internet Explorer (especially versions below 7.0) is very vulnerable to attackers who access that information and misuse it for criminal purposes.
Additional devolo software | Simply check or clear the checkboxes of the data types as appropriate and click Delete. That's it! We also recommend powerful and secure alternatives to Microsoft Internet Explorer such as Firefox (www.firefox.com) or Opera (www.opera.com).
| 6 Appendix 6.1 Bandwidth optimization Appendix 25 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. Also position the adapter away from your computer, as it may interfere with the adapter’s operation. Plug the devices into different outlets and avoid using the same extension strip.
6.2 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 AVeasy. There are no user-serviceable parts inside the dLAN 200 AVeasy. Do not try to service this product yourself! Contact qualified technicians each and every time your device needs maintenance.
| 6.3 Appendix 27 Technical data This table has detailed information for those interested. dLAN 200 AVeasy Standards Ethernet spezification IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3x, IEEE 802.3u Auto MDI / X HomePlug AV Protocols TDMA, CSMA/CA Transfer speed up to 200 Mbps Transfer method asynchronous Modulation OFDM – 1155 carrier, 1024/256/64-QAM, QPSK, BPSK Data path Ethernet <-> mains supply Range 200 m (min.
Appendix | dLAN 200 AVeasy 6.4 EAN code 4250059612167 (DE/AT/CH/BE/IT/NL/ES), 4250059612181 (UK), 4250059612198 (FR) Warranty 3 years Service & Support Telephone and e-mail support. Telephone numbers and email addresses are on the support flyer supplied with the product and on the devolo website.
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6.5 Appendix | 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 31 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 25 C CE conformity 28 Chat function 21 Connection 13 Controll lamps (LEDs) 12 Cookies 23 D Data encryption 15, 17 Data transfer in process 22 Default password 18 dLAN 7 dLAN 200 AVeasy network 15 dLAN Configuration Wizard 17 dLAN signals 13 Document history 23 E EasyClean 23 EasyShare 21 Encryption button 12, 15 Ethernet connection 13 F Firmware 19 Firmware update 14 H History files 23 I Important safety instructions 26 Informer 19 L Linux 14 M Mac OS X 14 N Networ
| Network encryption at the touch of a button 15 Network password 18 P Package contents 10 S Security ID 17, 18 Sharing 22 Stored form information 23 Stored passwords 23 System requirements 10 T Technical data 27 Temporary Internet files 23 Transmission speed 20 W Warranty 30 Windows 13 | devolo dLAN 200 AVeasy |
