D-Link DHP-P306AV User manual

2D-Link DHP-P306AV User Manual
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Preface

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Table of Contents
Preface .........................................................................................2
Manual Revisions .......................................................................... 2
Trademarks ..................................................................................... 2
Product Overview ......................................................................4
Package Contents ......................................................................... 4
System Requirements ................................................................. 4
Introduction ................................................................................... 5
Features ............................................................................................5
Hardware Overview ..................................................................... 6
LEDs ........................................................................................... 6
Connection ............................................................................. 7
Hardware Installation ...............................................................8
Push Button Security ................................................................... 9
Conguration .......................................................................... 12
Using the Setup Wizard ............................................................12
Conguration ...............................................................................13
Main .................................................................................................14
Security ..........................................................................................16
Installation Considerations .................................................. 18
PowerLine Installation Considerations ...............................18
Troubleshooting ..................................................................... 20
Technical Specications ........................................................ 21
Table of Contents

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Section 1 - Product Overview
DHP-P306AV
• D-Link DHP-P306AV PowerLine AV Passthrough Adapter
• Ethernet Cable
• CD-ROM with User Manual and Utility
• Quick Install Guide
DHP-P307AV
• D-Link DHP-P306AV PowerLine AV Passthrough Adapter X2
• Ethernet Cable X2
• CD-ROM with User Manual and Utility
• Quick Install Guide
System Requirements
• Windows® 7, Windows Vista®, XP (with Service Pack 3)
• Ethernet interface (10/100/1000 Mbps)
• PC with 1.5GHz Processor
• 1 GB Memory
Product Overview
Package Contents

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Section 1 - Product Overview
Introduction
D-Link announces a fast, 200Mbps* PowerLine AV Passthrough Adapter which allows you to connect your home computers,
networking devices and gaming devices through the most pervasive medium in your house - the electric PowerLines - and
share Internet connections, printers, transfer les, play games, and more.
Features
• Provides Ethernet to PowerLine Connection
• Fast Data Transfer Rate of Up to 200Mbps*
• One Ethernet port
• Plug & Play, Easy Installation
• Push Button Security
• Integrated Passthrough Power Socket with Noise Filtering
* Maximum throughput based on theoretical transmission PHY rate. Actual date throughput will vary. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of trac
and network overhead, may lower actual data throughput rate. Interference from devices that emit electrical noise, such as vacuum cleaners and hair dryers, may adversely aect
the performance of this product. This product may interfere with devices such as lighting systems that have a dimmer switch, short wave radios, or other PowerLine devices that
do not follow the HomePlug AV and IEEE1901 standard.

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Hardware Overview
LEDs
Ethernet LED
• Solid. The Ethernet port is linked.
• Blinking. The device is transmitting data.
• O. There is no Ethernet connection.
PowerLine LED
• Solid. The device is connected to a PowerLine network.
• Blinking. The device is transmitting data.
• Off. The device has not found any other compatible
PowerLine devices using the same encryption key.
The color indicates the PowerLine link rate:
• Green. The PowerLine link rate is best.
• Amber.The PowerLine link rate is better.
• Red. The PowerLine link rate is good.
Power LED
• Solid. The device is receiving
electrical power.
• Blinking. The device is setting
itself up after reset or simple
connect button was pressed.
• O. The device is not receiving
electrical power.

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Hardware Overview
Connection
Ethernet Port
Connect Ethernet cable to your PC
or Ethernet device.
Simple Connect Button
Press to secure your network. Refer
to page 9 for more information.
Reset Button
Press and hold the button for 1
second to reset to factory default.
Passthrough Power Socket
Rating: 250V/16A maximum
Please do not plug devices into
the power socket that exceed the
product rating.

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Section 2 - Installation
DHP-P306AV
Hardware Installation
Power
Plug in the DHP-P306AV into an AC wall outlet or power strip.
Note: Power source is conrmed when the Power LED on the DHP-P306AV is illuminated.
Connect the Ethernet Cable
Connect the included Ethernet cable to the network
cable connector located on the DHP-P306AV and attach
the other end of the Ethernet cable to the network or PC.
Network Connectivity is conrmed when the Ethernet
LED on the DHP-P306AV are illuminated.
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Section 2 - Installation
Understanding PowerLine AV Passthrough Adapter Security
The PowerLine AV Passthrough Adapters on the same network must use an identical encryption key. The default encryption key
of each PowerLine AV Passthrough Adapter is HomePlug AV. All PowerLine AV Passthrough Adapters with default encryption
key can communicate with each other.
It’s recommended to create a private encryption key for network security purpose. The private encryption key allows you to
protect your network from unauthorized access via the PowerLine network. To create a private encryption key instead of the
default encryption key, please follow below steps:
1. All Adapters
Plug in all the adapters to be congured and make sure each device’s encryption key is set to HomePlug AV (default value). If
the encryption key is not set to the default value, press the reset button for 1 second for resetting it to the default value.
2. First Adapter
Press Simple connect button of the rst adapter for no more than three seconds.
The Power LED will start blinking after you release the button. The adapter will create a private, randomly generated encryption
key that each PowerLine AV Passthrough Adapter will use.
3. Second Adapter
Push Button Security

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Within two minutes of pushing the Simple connect button of the rst adapter, press Simple connect button of second adapter
in your PowerLine network for no more than three seconds. The Power LED will start blinking after you release the button.
Note: Both Simple connect buttons must be pressed within two minutes.
After above network security setup steps, your PowerLine network will be securely congured with the same network encryption
key. The adapters will memorize the security settings even if they are unplugged.
Note: To change the private encryption key, please reset the adapter back to its default value by pressing the reset button for
1 second and then follow the security setup procedure above.
4. Adding More Adapters
If you would like to add more than two adapters, press the button of the additional adapter for no more than three seconds.
The Power LED will start blinking after you release the button.
Then press the button of any adapter in your existing PowerLine network for no more than three seconds. The Power LED will
start blinking after you release the button.
Note: Both Simple connect buttons must be pressed within two minutes.
After above network security setup steps, your PowerLine network will be securely congured with the same network encryption
key.

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Section 3 - Conguration
Follow the simple steps below to run the Setup Wizard to guide you quickly through the installation process.
Insert the D-Link DHP-P306AV CD into your CD-ROM drive. If the CD Autorun function does not automatically start on your
computer, click Start > Run.
In the Run command box type “D:\autorun.exe”, where D: represents the drive letter of your CD-ROM. If it does start, proceed
to the next screen.
Click on Install Utility
Using the Setup Wizard

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Section 3 - Conguration
Conguration
After you have completed the D-Link PowerLine AV Utility installation wizard, double-click the D-Link PowerLine AV Utility
icon on your desktop to start the conguration of the DHP-P306AV.
Double-click the D-Link PowerLine Utility icon
The D-Link PowerLine Utility provides you the option of setting your own PowerLine network and the network information
of connected PowerLine devices.

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Device Information Tab:
Device Name: Shows the name of devices that have been discovered. The device name is initially set by the utility itself.
Location: Shows the device is local or remote.
Quality: Shows the network connection quality of the connected device.
• Three squares - Suitable for HD video stream connection.
• Two squares - Suitable for SD video stream connection.
• One square - Suitable for data and Internet activity connection.
Link Rate: Shows the link rate of the connected device.
MAC Address: Shows the MAC address of the connected device.
Firmware Version: Shows the rmware version of the connected device.
Main

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Conguration Buttons:
Scan Button: Scan for connected PowerLine devices.
Rename Button: Select a PowerLine device rst and then change the device name.
Factory Reset Button: Select a PowerLine device rst and then reset to factory default encryption key and rmware version.
Firmware Upgrade Button: The rmware upgrade is only for local device. Select the appropriate rmware les and then proceed.

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Security
Understanding the Encryption Key setting:
The PowerLine devices on the same network must use an identical encryption key. The default encryption key of each PowerLine
device is HomePlugAV. All devices with default encryption key can communicate with each other.
It’s recommended to create a private encryption key for network security purpose. The private encryption key allows you to
protect your network from unauthorized access via the PowerLine network.
Setting your private Encryption Key
1. Enter the device password before changing the encryption key:
• Local Device: You do not need to enter the device password before changing the encryption key.
• Remote Device: You must enter the device password before changing the encryption key.
Note: Each device has a unique device password on the device label.

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2. Select the remote device and then enter the device password into the Set Device
Password window. Then click OK.
3. Select the PowerLine devices that you would like to apply the encryption key
setting. Then type your private encryption key into the Encryption Key Setting eld
and click Set Selected Devices. The utility will show a message once the setting been
completed.
Note: Please keep your private encryption key in your record after you change it.
4. Select the Main tab, and click Scan to check if the devices in the PowerLine network
appear in the list.
Adding a Device to your PowerLine network
If you use the default encryption key within existing PowerLine network and the new device retains the default encryption key,
you can just plug the new device into a power outlet. Then all devices can communicate with each other.
If the encryption key within existing PowerLine network has been customized, you have two ways to add the new device to your
PowerLine network.
1. You can use PowerLine Utility to apply the customized encryption key in your record to the new device. Then all devices can
communicate with each other by using the customized encryption key.
2. You can use PowerLine Utility to set all devices within existing PowerLine network and the new device back to the default
encryption key rst. Then follow the 1 to 4 steps of “Setting your private Encryption Key”. Your PowerLine network will securely
be congured with a customized encryption key and all devices can communicate with each other after your setting.

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Section 4 - Installation Considerations
PowerLine Installation Considerations
Plan the location of your PowerLine devices:
1. Connect PowerLine devices to electrical outlets that are not controlled by a wall
switch to avoid accidentally turning o power to the device.
2. Do not connect the PowerLine devices to an extension cord, surge protector, or
power strip as this might prevent it from working correctly, or reduce the network
performance.
3. Avoid using the PowerLine devices in an electrical outlet that is located near an
appliance that uses a lot of power, such as a washer or dryer, or a refrigerator. This
may prevent the adapter from working correctly, or negatively impact network
performance.
4. Verify that your PowerLine devices are electrically rated to operate with the power
available in your location.
5. To help prevent against electrical shock, be sure to plug the power cables into
properly grounded electrical outlets.
6. The PowerLine device is equipped with a three-pronged plug to help ensure proper
grounding. Do not use adapter plugs or remove the grounding prong from the cable.
7. Important safety instructions
Please read all of the safety and operating instructions before using your device:

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1. Do not open the device or attempt to repair or service the device.
2. Only use the included power adapter to power your device.
3. Ensure that the device is plugged into the wall in a vertical position, with the ports facing down.
4. Use the device in a dry location, and avoid placing it in humid environments.
5. Do not submerge the device in liquid or attempt to clean it with liquids or solvents. To clean the device, disconnect it
from the power outlet and use a damp towel.
6. Keep the device out of direct sunlight.
7. Do not cover or block the vents on the device.
8. Make sure that the device has adequate room for ventilation.
9. Avoid placing the device near a heater or radiator.
10. The device should be located only where sucient ventilation can be ensured.
11. The purpose of this product is to create a constant network connection for your devices. If you wish to power down
this product, please simply unplug it from the power outlet.

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Section 5 - Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
• I can’t congure any parameter of the PowerLine AV Passthrough Adapter, an error is shown when I try to congure it:
Please make sure you have not unplugged the PowerLine AV Passthrough Adapter while conguring it.
• I changed the connection cable to another Network adapter and now the utility does not work correctly:
Please restart the utility each time you disconnect the connection cable.
• I’m having a lot of problems conguring my network:
If you are having many problems conguring the network with two or more PowerLine AV Passthrough Adapter, please make
a reset to all of the Network adapters and start conguring the adapters again.