D-Link DHP-W311AV User manual

PowerLine AV 500 Wireless N Mini Starter Kit
DHP-W311AV
•Easily expand your wired and wireless network
This starter kit contains everything you need to
turn every power socket into a possible wired or
wireless network connection by extending your
existing wireless network using the electrical
wiring in your home.
•High-speed data streaming
Wireless N standard, up to 300 Mbps3
wireless speeds and backwards compatible with
Wireless G up to 500 Mbps3data transfer
rates over the existing electrical wiring.
•Secure network sharing
Simple push-button set up with sophisticated
data encryption to secure your network from
unwanted connections
•Plug and Play
Truly‘plug and play’, no need for any IT or
networking skills
Product Highlights
The PowerLine AV 500 Wireless N Mini Starter Kit uses your homes electrical
wiring to create a network or extend your existing network. Enjoy high-speed and
reliable connectivity throughout your home. The PowerLine AV 500 Wireless N Mini
Starter Kit features both wireless and PowerLine, which allows you to benefit from
PowerLine1networking, compliant with the HomePlug AV standard that uses your
existing home electrical wiring to extend your home network. The wireless ability
allows you to increase the areas in your home where you can use your wireless
devices.
Data transmission over electrical wiring
The D-Link DHP-W311AV PowerLine AV 500 Wireless N Mini Starter Kit, compliant
with the HomePlug AV standard, uses your home’s existing electrical wiring to
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.
Features
Connectivity
• 10/100MbpsFastEthernetLANportto
connect a wired device for high-speed
activities
• PowerLineinterfacecompatiblewithIEEE
1901 and HomePlug AV devices
• IEEE802.11n,backward-compatiblewith
802.11g/b
Security features:
• WPA/WPA2encryptiontosecureyour
wireless trac
• CommonConnectbuttontoactivateWPS
and PowerLine encryption
• 128-bitAESdataencryptionforPLC
PowerLine
Security:
• IPv6support
• Webbrowsersetupandconguration
• One-touchAPconguration
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series
products are required to add new devices to the network. A minimum of two D-Link PowerLine AV series products 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.

Faster wireless speeds and wider operational range
TheWireless NTechnology incorporated into this PowerLine product oers
increased speed and range beyond standard 802.11g technology. Initial
wireless setup can be accomplished quickly, thanks to a convenient setup
wizard.WPAandWPA2encryptionkeepyournetworktracsafeandsecure.
Ideal for bandwidth intensive applications
This kit is capable of delivering data transfer at speeds of up to 500 Mbps3
and Wireless N speeds of up to 300 Mbps3. 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 prioritises 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 their existing electrical wiring for high-quality
multimedia streaming.
Convenient setup and secure operation
The DHP-W311AV plugs directly into a power outlet, and does not require any
additional cables. Extend your home network by connecting multiple devices
tothefarthestcornersofyourhomeviaanEthernetcableorWirelessN.For
convenientsetup,wiredorwirelessencryptionkeyscanbequicklycongured
withthepushofabuttonontopofthedevice.Theadapterimplements128-bit
AES data encryption to protect your network from unauthorised access. With
hassle-free ‘plug and play’ installation, this is an ideal solution to create a wall-
to-wall home network.
Secure connections and ease of use
TheDHP-W311AVfeaturesWPA/WPA2andWEPwirelessencryptiontoensure
asecurewirelessnetworkconnection.TheDHP-W311AVfeaturesaCommon
ConnectbuttontoeasilysetupeitherawirelessconnectionthroughWPS,or
createasecurePowerLineconnection.Wi-FiProtectedSetup(WPS)byPINis
also supported.
DHP-W311AV
PowerLine AV 500 Wireless N Mini Starter Kit
LAN port
Network diagram
Internet
Wall Socket
close to your
router
DHP-308AV
Laptop
Desktop
Connect any
Ethernet device
(computer, media player,
games console)
Router
PowerLine
Side view
Power on/o switch
Reset button
Simple Connect button
DHP-W310AV

Functions & Features
Device Interfaces •10/100FastEthernetLANportwithautoMDI/MDIX
•802.11nWLAN
•CommonConnectbutton
•PowerON/OFFswitch
•Resetbutton
Wireless LAN •802.11n/g/b
•802.11nspeedsofupto300Mbps2
•WPA/WPA2(Wi-FiProtectedAccess)
•64/128-bitWEPdataencryption
PowerLine •HomePlugAV
•IEEE1901
•Transferspeedsupto500Mbps3
AdvancedFeatures •IPv6support
•Power-saving
•Wi-FiWMMQualityofService
•Multicastoverunicasttechnology
•PowerLineQoS
Dimensions •90x65x50mm(3.54x2.56x1.97inches)
Power input •100Vto240VAC,50/60Hz
Power consumption •6watts
Temperature •Operating:0to40°C(32to104°F)
Humidity •Operating:10%to90%non-condensing
Certifications •CE/LVD
•
FCC
•
UL
•RoHS
•
HomePlug AV
•
IPv6
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2MaximumwirelesssignalratederivedfromIEEEStandard802.11specicationswhenusedwithrelatedWirelessNdevices.Actualdatathroughputwillvary.Networkconditionsandenvironmentalfactors,includingvolumeof network
trac,buildingmaterialsandconstruction,andnetworkoverhead,loweractualdatathroughputrate.Environmentalfactorswilladverselyaectwirelesssignalrange.WirelessrangeandspeedratesareD-Linkrelativeperformance
measurements based on the wireless range and speed rates of a standard Wireless G product from D-Link.
3Maximum throughput is based on theoretical transmission PHY rate. Actual data 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oratouch-sensitiveon/ofeature,shortwaveradios,orotherPowerLinedevicesthatdonotfollowtheHomePlugAVstandard.
November2012
DHP-W311AV
PowerLine AV 500 Wireless N Mini Starter Kit