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Contents Contents 1 Preface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 1.1 Thank you! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 1.1.1 About this manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 2 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents 5 Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 5.1 Bandwidth optimization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 5.2 Important safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 5.3 Disposal of old devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Preface 4 1 Preface 1.1 Thank you! The dLAN 200 AVmini from devolo is the home plug-in device for high requirements: The fast transfer rate of up to 200 Mbps makes every bandwidthintensive Internet application a real multimedia treat. The integrated "Quality of Service" function measures the bandwidth requirement, optimises the data flow and ensures excellent quality—particularly for voice and video data.
5 Preface devolo on the Internet For detailed information on our products, please visit www.devolo.com. The download area not only contains product descriptions and documentation, but also updates of devolo software and your device's firmware. We especially recommend the extensive devolo manuals on the topic of home networking that contain a wealth of interesting background information. These are available free of charge and can be downloaded from the Service & Support area of our website.
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 power grid, 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 both the computer and the integrated network card are de-energised. 2.3 What does the dLAN adapter have to offer? The dLAN 200 AVmini offers a transfer rate of up to 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.
9 Introduction Networking of two workstations (fig 2) fig 2 Distributed Internet access solution (fig 3) Connection of an IP telephone, a high-speed Internet application and an IP-TV application with Internet access via a DSL modem router fig 3 devolo dLAN 200 AVmini
Initial use 10 3 Initial use This chapter covers everything you need to know to set up your dLAN 200 AVmini. It will explain connecting the dLAN 200 AVmini and its functions. We will also briefly introduce the included devolo software and guide you through its installation. 3.
11 Initial use 3.2 System requirements 쎲 Operating systems: Windows XP (32 bit), Windows Vista Home Premium (32 bit/64 bit), Windows 7 Home Premium (32 bit), Linux (Ubuntu 8.10), Mac OS X and any other operating system with network support 쎲 Network connection Please note that your computer or other device must feature a network adapter with a network port.
Initial use 12 3.3 Functions The dLAN 200 AVmini features 3 control LEDs as well as a network port and an encryption button: Power green: Lit steady when dLAN 200 AVmini is ready for operation; flashes when it is in standby mode. dLAN green: The network connection is suitable for HD video streaming; flashes when data is being transmitted. orange: The network connection is suitable for SD video streaming and online gaming; flashes when data is being transmitted.
13 Initial use 3.4.1 Firmware update If you would like to combine a dLAN 200 AVmini with older devolo dLAN 200 AV devices in a network, please update the firmware of the dLAN 200 AV devices first. Connect each dLAN 200 AV device to the computer and insert the included CD-ROM into your CD drive. 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.
Initial use 14 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. Double-click to start the installation wizard manually. 3.5.2 Software for Mac OS X The software mac folder contains the dLAN configuration software. 3.5.3 Software for Linux (Ubuntu 8.
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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 200 AV network. The following section describes data encryption options—either using the encryption button or the dLAN Configuration Wizard.
17 Security in the dLAN fig. 4 Expanding an existing dLAN 200 AVmini network with a new dLAN 200 AVmini (fig. 5) If you have already secured your existing dLAN 200 AVmini network using the encryption button, use the same method to integrate other adapters. Once you have successfully connected the new dLAN 200 AVmini, first press the encryption button of one of your network’s existing adapters (1 second), then press the encryption button of your new dLAN 200 AVmini (1 second) within two minutes.
Security in the dLAN 18 fig. 5 Excluding a dLAN 200 AVmini from your network (fig. 6) To exclude a dLAN 200 AVmini 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.
19 Security in the dLAN 4.2 dLAN 200 AV network encryption using the dLAN Configuration Wizard When using dLAN 200 AV adapters without encryption buttons, data encryption can only be set up using the dLAN Configuration Wizard. Start by updating the firmware (see 3.4.1 Firmware update) of the dLAN 200 AV adapters.
Security in the dLAN 20 fig. 7 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.
21 Security in the dLAN dLAN devices in your network in order to form a closed dLAN network. fig. 8 devolo dLAN 200 AVmini 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.
Security in the dLAN 22 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. 4.
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Appendix 24 5 Appendix For the permitted voltage range for operating the device and the power consumption, refer to the label on the rear side of the device. For the CE declaration for this product, refer to the accompanying product CD under CE. Additional technical information is available in the download area at www.devolo.com. 5.1 Bandwidth optimization We recommend observing the following connection rules to eliminate possible sources of interference: 쎲 Avoid extension strips.
25 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 26 5.3 Disposal of old devices The icon with crossed-out wastebasket on the device means that this adapter is an electrical or electronic device that falls within the scope of application of the German Electrical and Electronic Equipment Act. Since 24 March 2006, these types of devices may no longer be disposed of with household waste. Rather, in Germany, they can be given to a municipal collection point free of charge.
27 Appendix 3 Warranty procedure 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. damage to the housing), the person carrying out the transportation and the sender should be informed immediately.
Index Index Numerics 3 control LEDs 12 B Bandwidth optimization 24 D Data encryption 16 Default password 20 Disposal of old device 26 Disposal of old devices 26 dLAN 6 dLAN 200 AV network 16 dLAN Configuration Wizard 19 E Encryption button 12, 16 F Firmware 13 G Green IT 7 I Informer 22 L Linux 14 M Mac OS X 14 N Network connection 12 Network password 20 P Package contents 10 Power saving mode 7 R Random password 20 S Safety instructions 24 Security ID 21 Software installation 13 System requirements 11 T
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