Devolo dLAN 1200 triple Plus User manual

dLAN® 1200 triple +
The Network Innovation
Manual

devolo dLAN® 1200 triple+

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Version: 1.1

Contents
Contents
1 Preface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.1 About this manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.1.1 Intended use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
1.1.2 CE conformity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
1.1.3 Safety notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
1.2 devolo on the Internet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
2.1 What exactly is dLAN? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
2.2 The dLAN 1200 triple+ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
2.2.1 Encryption button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
2.2.2 Network jacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
2.2.3 Integrated electrical socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
3 Initial use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
3.1 Package contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
3.2 System requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
3.3 Connecting the dLAN 1200 triple+ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
3.3.1 Starter Kit – Setting up a new dLAN network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
3.3.2 Addition – Expanding an additional network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
3.4 Removing a dLAN 1200 triple+ from the network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
4 Network configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
4.1 Security in the dLAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
4.2 dLAN network encryption at the touch of a button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
4.3 devolo Cockpit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
4.4 Installation of devolo software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
4.5 Activate encryption by means of devolo Cockpit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
devolo dLAN 1200 triple+

Contents
devolo dLAN 1200 triple+
5 Annex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
5.1 Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
5.2 Bandwidth optimisation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
5.3 Disposal of old devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
5.4 Warranty conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

5 Preface
devolo dLAN 1200 triple+
1Preface
Thank you for placing your trust in this devolo
product.
In just a few easy steps, you can set up your own
network with the dLAN 1200 triple+. devolo dLAN
adapters transmit the Internet data over the
household electrical wiring, making every electrical
socket a network access point.
1.1 About this manual
Carefully read all safety and operating instructions be-
fore setting up the device and store the manual and in-
stallation guide for later reference.
After a brief introduction to the dLAN® topic and an
introduction to the dLAN 1200 triple+ in Chapter 2,
Chapter 3 will teach you how to start using the adapt-
er effectively in your network. Chapter 4 describes the
configuration options for the integrated configuration
interface in detail. Tips for bandwidth optimisation, in-
formation about product safety and environmental
compatibility of the device, as well as our warranty
terms, can be found in Chapter 5 at the end of the
manual.
Icons
This section contains a brief description of the icons
used in this manual and/or on the rating plate, the
device connector, as well as the icons used on the
package:
Icon Description
Very important safety symbol that
warns you of imminent electrical
voltage which if not observed can
result in serious injury or death.
An important safety symbol that
warns you of a potentially dan-
gerous situation involving a burn
hazard which can result in minor
injuries or damage to property.
An important note that should be
observed which can potentially
lead to material damages.
The device may only be used
indoors in dry conditions.

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devolo dLAN 1200 triple+
The device is a Class I product. All
electrically conductive (made of
metal) housing parts where a
voltage can be applied during
operation or maintenance in the
event of an error must be contin-
uously connected to the earth
wire.
The manufacturer/distributing
company uses the CE marking to
declare that the product meets all
applicable European regulations
and has been subjected to the
prescribed conformity assess-
ment procedures.
Icon Description
It is used to prevent the occur-
rence of waste electrical and elec-
tronic equipment and to reduce
this type of waste through reuse,
recycling and other forms of utili-
sation. The European Community
WEEE Directive establishes mini-
mum standards for handling
waste electrical and electronic
equipment in the EU.
Additional information, back-
ground material and configura-
tion tips for your device.
Indicates a completed course of
action
Icon Description

7 Preface
devolo dLAN 1200 triple+
1.1.1 Intended use
Use the adapter as described in these instructions to
prevent damage and injuries.
DANGER!
Electric shock caused by
electricity
Device must be plugged into a power socket
with a connected earth wire
CAUTION!
Damage to the device caused by
ambient conditions
Only use device indoors in dry conditions
1.1.2 CE conformity
The product conforms to the basic require-
ments of directives 2014/35/EU, 2014/30/
EU, 2011/65/EU and 2009/125/EC.
The product is intended for operation in the
EU, Switzerland and Norway.
The product is a Class B device.
A printout of the simplified CE declaration is in-
cluded with the product. You can also find it
online at www.devolo.com.
1.1.3 Safety notes
It is essential to have read and understood all safety
and operating instructions before the devolo device is
used for the first time; keep them safe for future refer-
ence.
DANGER!
Electrical shock caused by
electricity
Do not reach into the electrical socket, do
not open the device and do not insert any
objects into the electrical socket or into the
ventilation openings
Users do not need to carry out any maintenance on
devolo devices. In the event of damage, disconnect the
devolo device from the mains supply by pulling it or its
plug out of the electrical socket. Then contact qualified
specialist personnel (after-sales service) exclusively.
Damage is deemed to have occurred, for example,
쎲if the power plug is damaged.
쎲if the devolo device has been showered with liq-
uid (such as rain or other water).
쎲if the devolo device is inoperable.
쎲if the housing of the devolo device is damaged.
Do not plug devolo devices directly into each
other. Devices that are plugged into each other
can experience a decrease in transmission rate.

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devolo dLAN 1200 triple+
DANGER!
Electric shock caused by
electricity
Device must be plugged into a power socket
with a connected earth wire
devolo devices may be operated only on a mains
power supply as described on the rating plate.
To disconnect devolo devices from the mains supply,
unplug the device from the electrical socket.
The power socket and all connected network devices
should be easily accessible so that you can pull the
power plug quickly if needed.
CAUTION!
Heat development during
operation
Certain housing components can become
very hot in certain situations. Attach device
so that it is touch-proof, observing optimal
positioning
devolo devices should only be installed at locations
that guarantee adequate ventilation. Slots and open-
ings on the housing are used for ventilation:
쎲Do not cover devolo devices during operation.
쎲Do not place any objects on devolo devices.
쎲Do not insert any objects into the openings of
devolo devices.
쎲devolo devices must not be placed directly next
to a naked flame (such as fire or candles).
쎲devolo devices must not be exposed to direct
heat radiation (e.g. radiator, direct sunlight).
CAUTION!
Damage to housing from clean-
ing agents containing solvents
Clean only electroless and with dry cloth
1.2 devolo on the Internet
For detailed information on our products and dLAN,
visit www.devolo.com. The Powerline area not only
contains product descriptions and documentation, but
also updates of devolo software and your device's
firmware.
If you have any further ideas or suggestions related to
our products, please don't hesitate to contact us at
[email protected]!

9 Introduction
devolo dLAN 1200 triple+
2Introduction
dLAN is an intelligent, secure technology that lets you
set up a home network easily, quickly and economical-
ly via your household electrical wiring, without the
need for complex and expensive dedicated cabling.
Fig. 1 devolo dLAN throughout the home
2.1 What exactly is dLAN?
The dLAN (direct Local Area Network) uses the house-
hold power grid to transfer data between computers
and other network components equipped with suitable
adapters. As a result, any electrical socket 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 an-
other. Networking via dLAN is fast and secure. The
data is encrypted using a key to prevent interception by
third parties.