Devolo dLAN 200 AVpro User manual

The Network Innovation
dLAN®
200 AVpro mini

devolo dLAN®200 AVpro mini

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Contents
devolo dLAN 200 AVpro mini
Contents
1 Preface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.1 Thank you for placing your trust in this devolo product . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.1.1 About this manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2.1 What exactly is dLAN? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
2.2 devolo—Up to speed on green IT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2.3 The dLAN 200 AVpro mini . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
2.4 All about the network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
2.4.1 Internet standalone solution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
2.4.2 Peer-to-peer networking and internet access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
2.4.3 MDU mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
3 Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
3.1 Package contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
3.2 System requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
3.3 Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
3.4 Connecting the dLAN 200 AVpro mini . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
3.4.1 Software for Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
4 dLAN network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
4.1 Security in the dLAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
4.2 dLAN network encryption at the touch of a button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
4.3 dLAN AVpro manager for Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
5 Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
5.1 Bandwidth optimization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
5.2 Important safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
5.3 Disposal of old devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
5.4 Warranty conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Contents
devolo dLAN 200 AVpro mini

Preface 5
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1Preface
1.1 Thank you for placing your
trust in this devolo product
devolo dLAN professional solutions are a favourably
priced option for using the power grid infrastructure
in a building to establish a broadband IP network.
The advantage this brings is obvious: no new cables
have to be laid – expenditure and costs remain low.
dLAN can be used as an easily scalable, primary net-
work as well as to supplement an existing infrastruc-
ture.
devolo's dLAN 200 AVpro mini provides the perfect
stepping stone to the professional dLAN world. With
its ultra-compact, unobtrusive design, this adapter
can be put anywhere. It turns any electrical socket
into a network access point, ensuring complete cov-
erage for building areas that are not equipped with
electronic data processing cables.
1.1.1 About this manual
After an introduction to "dLAN" and "Green-IT" in
Chapter 2, Chapter 3 will cover successfully setting
up your dLAN 200 AVpro mini. For information on
configuring the dLAN network, please see Chapter 4.
Statements about bandwidth optimization as well as
information about product safety and environmental
compatibility of the device and our warranty terms can
be found in Chapter 5.
You can find the technical data for the
dLAN 200 AVpro mini in the product information
sheet on the enclosed product CD.
Description of the symbols
Here we briefly describe the meaning of the symbols
used in this manual.
Very important note. Failure to ob-
serve this note may result in dam-
age.
Important note that should be ob-
served.
Additional information, background ma-
terial and configuration tips for your de-
vice.
If you have any further ideas or suggestions related to
our products, please don't hesitate to contact us at
[e-mail]!

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devolo on the Internet
For detailed information on our products, visit
www.devolo.com.
The area dLAN for business projects not only
contains product descriptions and documentation, but
also updates of devolo software.
We especially recommend the descriptions of the
"dLAN network," which are arranged according to Ap-
plication, Sectors and Integration, where you can
find lots of interesting background information.

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2 Introduction
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.
The available performance and effort required for the
installation also compares favourably to traditional
methods.
Fig. 1

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2.1 What exactly is dLAN?
dLAN (direct Local Area Network) uses the household
power grid to transfer data between computers
equipped with suitable devices 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 an-
other. Networking via dLAN is fast and secure. The
data is encrypted using a key to prevent easy intercep-
tion by third parties.
2.2 devolo—Up to speed on green
IT
The topic everyone is talking about is green IT. devolo
has an easy solution: the energy saving mode, which
comes standard with the network adapters, sets the
company apart from many competitors in the IT indus-
try.
Developers at devolo, have for a long time kept a close
eye on how much power dLAN AVpro adapters may
consume. After all, a devolo network via electrical
sockets should not only be convenient, but also require
as little energy as possible—particularly during times
when it is not being used.
That devolo can satisfy the demand for energy efficien-
cy is evidenced by the patented energy saving mode
in the devices. It automatically reduces the energy
consumption when the computers in the dLAN net-
work or connected equipment are switched off.
The power saving mode in the adapters is not only a
tribute to environmental protection but also a real
service to the customer. Most people tend to forget to
regularly press the standby button on the hardware.
The patented technology in devolo adapters al-
lows you to save energy without having to do
anything. And if less energy is consumed, your elec-
tric meter will turn more slowly. In other words, every
minute the adapter is in power saving mode, you will
save money.

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A dLAN AVpro adapter connected to
a computer can only go into energy
saving mode if the network card of
the switched-off computer is also
inactive. If you are using a network
card that remains active even when
the computer is switched off, we
recommend connecting the comput-
er to an on/off switch using a multi-
ple socket so that both the
computer and the integrated net-
work card are de-energised.
If you would like to ensure that a dLAN AVpro adapter
does not switch to energy saving mode, this func-
tion can be deactivated in the dLAN AVpro manager
software.
In order to reactivate the function
in the dLAN AVpro manager at a lat-
er point, the adapter has to first be
unplugged and plugged back in.
2.3 The dLAN 200 AVpro mini
쎲Developed for professional use in small networks
with high demands on reliability and performance
쎲Ideal for small office and home office as well as
for small powerline installations in public facilities.
쎲dLAN technology from the world's market leader,
developed for professional use
쎲Ultra-compact adapter design for flexible posi-
tioning
쎲Professional remote management using the
devolo AVpro manager software with comprehen-
sive configuration options
쎲Reliable security in public areas: PowerSave func-
tions, LED status display and encryption button
can be switched off by remote management
쎲200 Mbps (gross) connection for fast data trans-
mission via dLAN
쎲Optimal dLAN security with a 128-bit AES key
쎲Supports Quality of Service (QoS) for automatic
data prioritisation
쎲Long range of up to 300 meters with a connection
over the power line
쎲Patented energy-saving technology for cost-effi-
cient operation
쎲Easily extended using additional
dLAN AVpro adapters

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2.4 All about the network
2.4.1 Internet standalone solution
Fig. 2

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2.4.2 Peer-to-peer networking and inter-
net access
You use dLAN AVpro adapters to network devices such
as computers, routers, switches, IP telephones, set-top
boxes etc. over the existing power lines. In such a
mode, called "peer-to-peer", all dLAN AVpro adapters
installed in the network can freely exchange data with
each other. All networked devices can use a centralised
internet access over the dLAN 200 AVpro mini.
Fig. 3
Fig. 4

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2.4.3 MDU mode
Depending upon the application scenario, security
considerations may mean that it is to be forbidden for
all devices to exchange data freely with each other. For
this purpose, a mode can be activated that realises that
all dLAN AVpro adapters configured as slaves can not
exchange data with each other, only with the master.
Fig. 5
Room 1 Room 2 Room 3 Room 4

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3 Installation
This chapter covers everything you need to know to set
up your dLAN 200 AVpro mini. It will explain connect-
ing the device and its functions. We will also briefly in-
troduce the included devolo software and then guide
you through its installation.
Fig. 6

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3.1 Package contents
Please ensure that the delivery is complete before be-
ginning with the installation of your
dLAN 200 AVpro mini.
쎲Single Kit:
쑗dLAN 200 AVpro mini
쑗Network cable
쑗Hard copy of installation guide
쑗CD containing software and documentation
or
쎲Starter Kit:
쑗Two dLAN 200 AVpro mini
쑗Two network cable
쑗Hard copy of installation guide
쑗CD containing software and documentation
devolo AG reserves the right to change the package
contents without prior notice.
3.2 System requirements
쎲Operating systems: Windows XP (32-bit), Win-
dows Vista Home Premium (32-bit/64-bit), Win-
dows 7 Home Premium (32-bit/64-bit),
Windows 8 (32-bit/64-bit), Linux (Ubuntu 8.10),
Mac OS X and all operating systems with network
support
쎲Network connection
Please note that your computer or other de-
vice must feature a network adapter with a
network port.
To set up a dLAN network, you need
at least two dLAN AVpro devices
(200 Mbps or 500 Mbps).

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3.3 Functions
The dLAN 200 AVpro mini features 3 control LEDs as
well as a network port and an encryption button:
Power
green: Lit steady when dLAN 200 AVpro mini 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 vid-
eo streaming; flashes when data is being transmitted.
red: The network connection is suitable for simple data
transfer and Internet access; flashes when data is be-
ing transmitted.
Ethernet
green: A 100 Mbps or 10 Mbps connection to the
Ethernet network exists; flashes when data is being
transmitted.
The function of the LED status dis-
play can be deactivated in the
dLAN AVpro manager software.
Network connection
This is the connection point on the
dLAN 200 AVpro mini for connecting it to a computer
or another network device with the network cable (in-
cluded) (Fig. 7).
Encryption button
Data encryption at the touch of a button; For more in-
formation on the functions of the encryption button,
please see the chapter 4.2 dLAN network encrypti-
on at the touch of a button.
For safety reasons, you can deacti-
vate the encryption button in the
dLAN AVpro manager software.
Standby mode
A dLAN AVpro device switches to Standby mode after
a short while if no active network device such as a com-

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puter is connected to the network port. In Standby
mode, the dLAN AVpro device cannot be ac-
cessed via the power supply grid. As soon as the
network device (e.g. computer) connected to the net-
work interface is switched on again, your dLAN AVpro
device can also be reached again via the electrical wir-
ing.
If you would like to ensure that a dLAN AVpro adapter
does not switch to energy saving mode, this func-
tion can be deactivated in the dLAN AVpro manager
software. More information concerning "energy saving
mode" can be found in the chapter 2.2 devolo—Up
to speed on green IT.
In order to reactivate the function
in the dLAN AVpro manager at a lat-
er point, the adapter has to first be
unplugged and plugged back in.
3.4 Connecting the
dLAN 200 AVpro mini
This section describes how to connect your
dLAN 200 AVpro mini to a computer or other network
device.
햲Use the included network cable to connect the
dLAN 200 AVpro mini to the network port of your
running computer or other network device.
햳Plug the dLAN 200 AVpro mini into a free electri-
cal outlet.
Please note that all dLAN AV devic-
es to be connected to your network
are also connected to your house-
hold electrical wiring.
햴As soon as at least one other dLAN AVpro adapter
has been connected and plugged into the mains
supply, a dLAN network is set up. You can use the
devolo dLAN AVpro manager, the encryption
button to secure your dLAN network from unau-
thorised access. For information on how to pro-
ceed, please read further in Chapter 4 dLAN
network.
For detailed information about connecting
other devolo dLAN adapters, visit our web-
site: www.devolo.com

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3.4.1 Software for Windows
The installation wizard installs the
devolo dLAN AVpro manager and the associated
manual on the Windows operating system.
쎲In addition to the individual encryption of your
dLAN network, devolo dLAN AVpro manager
offers other expanded dLAN functions.
To install the software, insert the included CD-ROM in
the CD drive of your computer.
During the installation process, you will be gi-
ven the choice of installing all software com-
ponents ('Standard installation') or selecting
individual ones ('Custom installation').
Then you will find the installed devolo dLAN AVpro
manager and the corresponding manual in the pro-
gram group Start 쒁All Programs 쒁devolo.

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dLAN network 19
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4dLANnetwork
4.1 Security in the dLAN
Before you can use the dLAN 200 AVpro mini in your
dLAN network, first you have to connect it to other
dLAN AVpro devices as a home network. Two specific
pieces of information are especially important for this:
쎲Shared use of a dLAN password results in a delim-
ited dLAN network.
쎲Shared use of the dLAN password serves as access
control to the dLAN network as well as the
encryption, and thereby the interception protec-
tion, of the transmitted data.
The dLAN password can be specified automatically via
the encryption button or manually using the
dLAN AVpro manager program. Please note the fol-
lowing basic principle when choosing your encryption
method:
쎲In dLAN networks, data encryption is as simple
as touching a button, since all correspon-
ding dLAN AVpro devices are equipped with
an encryption button.
쎲For dLAN networks that include devices with and
without encryption buttons, data encryption
must be set up using the dLAN AVpro mana-
ger.
4.2 dLAN network encryption at
the touch of a button
To encrypt a dLAN network, in which all associated de-
vices are equipped with an encryption button, simply
press the encryption button that is located on the de-
vice. Pressing this button will encrypt your dLAN net-
work with a randomly generated password.
For security reasons, you can deac-
tivate encryption button in the
dLAN AVpro manager software.