D-Link DHP-W312AV User manual

DHP-W312AV
User Manual
Version 1.00 | 10/17/2014
PowerLine AV 500 Wireless AC600 Extender

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person or organization of such revisions or changes.
Manual Revisions
Trademarks
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All other company or product names mentioned herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.
Copyright © 2014 by D-Link Corporation.
All rights reserved.This publication may not be reproduced, in whole or in part, without prior expressed written permission from D-Link Systems, Inc.
This purpose of this product is to create a constant network connection for your devices. As such, it does not have a standby mode or use a power
management mode. If you wish to power down this product, please simply unplug it from the power outlet.
Power Usage
This device is an Energy Related Product (ErP) with High Network Availability (HiNA), and automatically switches to a power-saving Network Standby
mode within 1 minute of no packets being transmitted. If it is not needed during certain periods of time, it can be unplugged to save energy.
Network Standby mode: 4.27W
Preface
Revision Date Description
1.0 10/17/2014 • Initial release for A1 version

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Preface................................................................................................2
Manual Revisions............................................................................................. 2
Trademarks ........................................................................................................ 2
Power Usage ..................................................................................................... 2
Product Overview..............................................................................5
Package Contents ........................................................................................... 5
System Requirements.................................................................................... 6
Introduction ...................................................................................................... 6
Connections............................................................................................. 8
Top ............................................................................................................... 9
LEDs ..........................................................................................................10
Hardware Installation .....................................................................11
Wireless Installation Considerations ......................................................12
Powerline Installation Considerations...................................................13
Safety.................................................................................................................14
Conguration...................................................................................15
Setup..................................................................................................................15
Hybrid Link Setup ................................................................................16
Wireless Settings ..................................................................................17
Network Settings..................................................................................19
LAN Settings - Static IP .................................................................20
PLC Settings ..........................................................................................21
Advanced .........................................................................................................22
MAC Address Filter...............................................................................22
Advanced Wireless...............................................................................23
User Limit................................................................................................24
Tools...................................................................................................................25
Admin.......................................................................................................25
Time ..........................................................................................................26
System......................................................................................................27
Firmware..................................................................................................28
System Check ........................................................................................29
Status.................................................................................................................30
Device Info..............................................................................................30
Logs...........................................................................................................31
Statistics...................................................................................................32
Wireless....................................................................................................33
IPv6............................................................................................................34
Wireless Security .............................................................................35
What is WEP?...................................................................................................35
What is WPA?...................................................................................................36
Conguring WEP ...........................................................................................37
Conguring WPA/WPA2 Personal............................................................38
Connecting to a Wireless Network .................................................39
Using Mac OS..................................................................................................39
Using Windows 8 ..........................................................................................41
Using Windows®7..........................................................................................43
Using Windows Vista®..................................................................................46
Conguring Wireless Security...................................................................48
Using Windows®XP.......................................................................................50
Conguring WPA-PSK ..................................................................................51
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Troubleshooting ..............................................................................53
Wireless Basics ................................................................................55
What is Wireless? ...........................................................................................56
How does wireless work? ..................................................................56
Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) ...........................................56
Networking Basics...........................................................................59
Check your IP address..................................................................................59
Statically Assign an IP address..................................................................60
Technical Specications ..................................................................61

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Section 1 - Product Overview
D-Link DHP-W312AV PowerLine AV 500 Wireless AC600 Extender
CAT5 Ethernet Cable
Wi-Fi Conguration Card
Product Warranty
Quick Installation Guide
Wi-Fi Conguration Note
Product Warranty
Quick Installation Guide
Package Contents
Product Overview

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Section 1 - Product Overview
Introduction
The DHP-W312AV allows you to connect both wired and wireless computers, high-denition TVs, networking devices, and gaming consoles using
the most pervasive medium in your home - the electrical wiring. Share Internet connections and experience smooth le transfers, streaming
multimedia, online gaming and more.The PowerLine AV 500Wireless AC600 Extender features easy plug-and-play installation and can be connected
to any Ethernet-enabled device.
The PowerLine AV 500 Wireless AC600 Extender incorporates the latest technology to improve on the AV technology’s data speeds over a home’s
existing electrical wiring. This fast transmission speed provides ample bandwidth suitable for streaming high-quality video HDTV signals while
simultaneously providing high-speed Internet access throughout the home. With Quality of Service (QoS) support, the performance of applications
which require real-time communication, such as VoIP phonecalls and multiplayer online games, will not be compromised even while streaming
Internet TV and music.
System Requirements
Network Requirements
• IEEE 802.11ac, 802.11n or 802.11g
• 10/100 Ethernet clients
Browser Requirements
• Internet Explorer 7.0 or higher
• Firefox 3.5 or higher
• Safari 4.0 or higher
• Chrome 8.0 or higher

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Data Transmission Over electrical Wiring
The D-Link DHP-W312AV PowerLine AV 500 Wireless AC600 Extender, compliant with the HomePlug AV standard, uses your home’s existing electrical
wiring1to create a network or extend your existing network. It turns every power outlet into a potential network connection to access digital media
devices, game consoles, print servers, computers, and network storage devices throughout your home. Additionally, Wireless N provides high speed
transfers without the need for unsightly network cables.
Faster Wireless Speeds & Wider Operational Range
The Wireless AC technology incorporated into the DHP-W312AV oers increased speed and range beyond standard 802.11n technology. Initial
wireless setup can be accomplished quickly, thanks to a convenient setup wizard. When connecting your device to the DHP-W312AV you can
select between either a 2.4Ghz or 5Ghz networks. 5Ghz is better suited for devices that require bandwidth intensive, high speed internet like when
streaming movies to your computer or for when playing online games. 2.4Ghz has a better range than 5Ghz but is more suitable ordinary devices
that don’t require high speed internet.
Ideal For Bandwidth-Intensive Applications
The DHP-W312AV is capable of delivering Powerline AV data transfer rates even higher than the old AV standard.This rapid transmission speed makes
it ideal for bandwidth-intensive applications, guaranteeing smooth HD video streaming, clear VoIP calls, and lag-free online gaming experiences.
In addition, it prioritizes Internet trac, ensuring that multimedia applications do not experience glitches while web surng and downloads are in
progress. This device provides ample network bandwidth, enabling digital home consumers to tap into existing electrical wiring for high-quality
multimedia streaming.
Convenient Setup and Secure Operation
The DHP-W312AV plugs directly into a power outlet, and does not require any additional cables. Extend your home network by connecting multiple
devices in the farthest corners of your home via Ethernet cable or Wireless AC. For convenient setup, wired or wireless encryption keys can be quickly
congured with the push of a button on side of the device. The adapter implements 128-bit AES data encryption to protect the network from
unauthorized wiretapping. With hassle-free plug and play installation, the DHP-W312AV is an ideal solution to create a wall-to-wall home network.
1Power outlets and electrical wiring must all be part of the same electrical system. Certain electrical conditions in your home, such as wiring condition and conguration, may aect the performance of this product.
Additional D-Link Powerline AV adapters are required to add new devices to the network. A minimum of two D-Link Powerline AV Network Adapters are required to create a network. Connecting this product to a power
strip with a surge protector may adversely aect the performance of this product. For best results, plug the adapter directly into a wall outlet.

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Hardware Overview
Connections
1Internet Port Connect your device’s Internet cable here.
2Reset Push this button to reset the DHP-W312AV.
3
Common Connect Button
(WPS/Simple Connect Button)
Press this button to connect other Powerline devices in your home or to pair with
other WPS capable wireless devices.
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Top
1ON/OFF Turns the device ON or OFF
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LEDs
1Power LED A solid light indicates a proper connection to the power supply. A blinking light indicates it is in
sleep mode or seeking a Powerline connection.
2Powerline LED A solid light indicates that a Powerline connection is established.
3Ethernet LED A solid light indicates a connection to an Ethernet-enabled device.
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