Devolo dLAN pro 1200+ User manual

dLAN® pro 1200+ triple

devolo dLAN®pro 1200+ triple

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Contents
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Contents
1 Preface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.1 About this manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.1.1 Intended use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
1.1.2 CE conformity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
1.1.3 Safety notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
1.2 devolo on the Internet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
2 devolo dLAN pro . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2.1 devolo—Up to speed on green IT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
2.2 The dLAN pro 1200+ triple . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
2.3 All about the network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
2.3.1 Internet standalone solution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
2.3.2 dLAN Peer-to-Peer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
2.3.3 dLAN MDU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
3 Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
3.1 Package contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
3.2 System requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
3.3 Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
3.3.1 Monitoring light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
3.3.2 Network connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
3.3.3 Encryption button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
3.3.4 Integrated electrical socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
3.3.5 Standby mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
3.4 Connecting the dLAN pro 1200+ triple . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
3.5 dLAN AVpro manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
3.5.1 Software for Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
3.5.2 Software for Linux . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Contents
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4 dLAN pro network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
4.1 Security in the dLAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
4.2 dLAN pro network encryption at the touch of a button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
5 Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
5.1 Bandwidth optimization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
5.2 Disposal of old devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
5.3 Warranty conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Preface 5
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1Preface
Thank you for placing your trust in this product.
devolo dLAN business 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.
The dLAN pro 1200+ triple allows you to set up your
own home network with almost no effort. Because
the clever dLAN technology transmits the data over
the electrical wiring, you do not have to lay any new
cables.
1.1 About this manual
Carefully read all instructions before setting up the de-
vice and store the manual and/or installation guide for
later reference.
After a brief introduction to "dLAN" and "Green IT" ba-
sics and a presentation of the dLAN pro 1200+ triple
in Chapter 2, Chapter 3 will cover successfully set-
ting up your dLAN pro 1200+ triple. Chapter 4 exp-
lains how to configure your dLAN pro network. Tips for
bandwidth optimization, information of environmental
compatibility of the device and our warranty conditions
can be found in Chapter 5 and conclude the manual.
You can find the technical data for the
dLAN pro 1200+ triple 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, on the label and/or packaging.
Very important note. Failure to ob-
serve this note may result in damage.
Important note that should be obser-
ved.
Additional information, background mate-
rial and configuration tips for your device.
The device is designed for indoor use
only.
With the CE marking the manufacturer decla-
res that the product complies with all valid
European directives and that it has been the
subject of the applicable conformity as-
sessment procedures.

6 Preface
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The WEEE Directive 2012/19/EU is used to
prevent the occurrence of waste electrical
and electronic equipment and to reduce
this type of waste through reuse, recycling
and other forms of utilisation. It establishes
minimum standards for handling waste
electrical and electronic equipment in the
EU.
1.1.1 Intended use
Use the device as described in these instructions to pre-
vent damage and injuries.
1.1.2 CE conformity
This product complies with the technical requirements
of the EMC directive 2014/30/EC and the other rele-
vant provisions of the FTEG.
This product is designed for use in
the EU, Switzerland and Norway.
The product is class B equipment.
You can find the CE declaration of this product under
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 refe-
rence.
DANGER due to electricity
Users should never open devolo devices. Opening
the device poses a risk of electric shock!
Users do not need to carry out any maintenance on de-
volo devices. In the event of damage, disconnect the
devolo device from the mains supply by pulling it or its
plug out of the power outlet. 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
liquid (e.g. rain or water).
쎲if the devolo device is inoperable.
쎲if the housing of the devolo device is damaged.
devolo devices may only be operated using a mains
power supply, as described on the nameplate.

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DANGER due to electricity
devolo devices must be connected to an electrical po-
wer outlet with a protective ground.
To disconnect devolo devices from the mains supply,
pull the device itself or its mains plug from the power
outlet. The power outlet and all connected net-
work devices should be easily accessible so that
you can pull the mains plug quickly if needed.
devolo devices are designed for indoor use
only.
Only use devolo devices at a dry location.
Disconnect devolo devices from the mains sup-
ply to clean! Avoid solvent cleaning agents since they
can cause damage to the housing. Only use a dry towel
for cleaning.
DANGER due to overheating
Multiple devolo devices must not be interlocked.
devolo devices should only be installed at locations
that guarantee adequate ventilation. Slots and
openings on the housing are used for ventilation:
쎲Do not cover devolo devices when operating.
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 an open flame (such as fire or candles).
devolo devices must not be exposed to direct heat
radiation (e.g. radiator, direct sunlight).
1.2 devolo on the Internet
For detailed information on our products, visit
www.devolo.com/en/business-solutions.
The devolo business area not only contains product
descriptions and documentation, but also updates of
devolo software and your device's firmware. We
especially recommend the descriptions of the "dLAN
pro network," which are arranged according to
Application, Sectors and Integration, where you
can find lots of interesting background information.
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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2 devolo dLAN pro
devolo dLAN business solutions are a favourably
priced option to establish a broadband IP network in a
building—using the power grid or according to the
dLAN pro product also coax lines or two-wire lines.
Fig. 1

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Positioning anywhere in a building is possible due to
the flexibility of dLAN pro networking over an existing
power line: even areas without a network connection
are perfectly integrated this way. dLAN can be used as
an easily scalable, primary network as well as to sup-
plement an existing infrastructure. The advantage this
brings is obvious: no new cables have to be laid—ex-
penditure and costs remain low.
2.1 devolo—Up to speed on green
IT
Developers at devolo, have for a long time kept a close
eye on how much power dLAN devices 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 pro
network or connected equipment are switched off.
The energy-saving mode is disabled
for the dLAN pro 1200+ triple in the
factory defaults.
If you would like to ensure that a
dLAN device switches to energy-sa-
ving mode, this function can be acti-
vated in the dLAN AVpro manager
software.
The energy-saving mode in the devices 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 devices
allows 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 device is in power saving mode, you will
save money.

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A dLAN device connected to a com-
puter can only go into energy saving
mode if the network card of the
switched-off computer is also inac-
tive. If you are using a network card
that remains active even when the
computer is switched off, we recom-
mend connecting the computer to an
on/off switch using a multiple socket
so that both the computer and the in-
tegrated network card are de-ener-
gised.
2.2 The dLAN pro 1200+ triple
쎲Developed for professional use in small networks
with high demands on reliability and performance
쎲dLAN technology from the world's market leader,
developed for professional use
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
쎲The fast transfer rate and dLAN speeds up to
1200 Mbps allow you to experience entertain-
ment at the highest level. The range+ techno-
logy provides an even more stable Internet
connection with significantly longer range.
쎲3 Gigabit Ethernet ports
쎲Optimal dLAN security with a 128-bit AES key
쎲Supports Quality of Service (QoS) for automatic
data prioritisation
쎲Long range of up to 400 meters with a connection
over the power line
쎲Patented energy-saving technology for cost-effi-
cient operation
쎲The dLAN pro 1200+ triple is provided with the
dLAN AVpro manager configuration tool, which
enables reliable, fast and convenient integration
of the dLAN pro 1200+ triple into dLAN pro net-
works with different architecture ('Peer-to-Peer' or
'MDU').

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2.3 All about the network
2.3.1 Internet standalone solution
Fig. 2

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2.3.2 dLAN Peer-to-Peer
If the network is configured as a 'Peer-to-Peer' network
('P2P'), all dLAN pro devices within it are equal to each
other. The connected network nodes can communicate
with one another freely and directly. The dLAN pro de-
vice which is most easily accessible from all dLAN pro
devices in the network is automatically designated by
these as the Central Coordinator ('CCo') and from then
on coordinates the communication between the
nodes. By default, dLAN pro devices are configured as
a Peer-to-Peer network.
Fig. 3
Fig. 4

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2.3.3 dLAN MDU
If the network is configured as an 'MDU' network
(MDU: 'Multiple Dwelling Unit'), the connected net-
work nodes are linked as 'slaves' to a 'master' and
form a logical dLAN pro network segment along with
their 'master'. Each slave sends data only to its master.
At the technical level, communication between the
slaves of the MDU dLANs is not possible. The masters
of the MDU dLANs are interconnected via Ethernet
switches. Thus MDU dLANs are ideally suited for floor-
by-floor networking (such as in hotels). MDU dLANs
can be configured only in the expert mode of the dLAN
AVpro manager.
MDU dLANs can be configured only in the expert mode
of the dLAN AVpro manager.
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 pro 1200+ triple. It will explain connec-
ting the dLAN pro 1200+ triple and its functions. We
will also briefly introduce the devolo software.
3.1 Package contents
Please ensure that the delivery is complete before be-
ginning with the installation of your
dLAN pro 1200+ triple:
쎲Single Kit:
쑗dLAN pro 1200+ triple
쑗Network cable
쑗Hard copy of installation guide
쑗Hard copy of declaration of conformity
or
쎲Starter Kit:
쑗dLAN pro 1200+ triple
쑗dLAN pro 1200+
쑗Two network cables
쑗Hard copy of installation guide
쑗Hard copy of declaration of conformity
devolo AG reserves the right to change the package
contents without prior notice.
3.2 System requirements
쎲Operating systems: Windows 7 Professional
SP1 (x86/x64), Windows 8.1 Pro (x86/x64),
Windows 10 (x86/x64), Ubuntu 12.04 LTS „Pre-
Fig. 6 is country-specific

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cise Pangolin“ (x86/x64), Ubuntu 13.04 „Raring
Ringtail“ (x86/x64), Ubuntu 14.04, OpenSuse
12.3 (x86/x64)
쎲Network connection
Please note that your computer or other de-
vice must feature a network device with a
network port.
To set up a dLAN pro network, you need
two dLAN pro devices 200 Mbps,
500 Mbps and 1200 Mbps).
3.3 Functions
The dLAN pro 1200+ triple has a monitoring light
(LED), three network jacks and an encryption button.
3.3.1 Monitoring light
The monitoring light (LED) shows all of the statuses for
the dLAN pro 1200+ triple by illuminating and/or flas-
hing in different ways:
쎲The LED flashes quickly in red at uniform inter-
vals if the dLAN pro 1200+ triple is connected to
the mains supply but there is no dLAN
connection.
쎲The LED lights up in white if the
dLAN pro 1200+ triple is ready to operate and
there is a dLAN connection.
쎲The LED flashes quickly in white at uniform
intervals if the encryption process (pairing) is
being performed in the dLAN pro network.
쎲The LED flashes in white at irregular intervals if
the dLAN pro 1200+ triple is in energy-saving
mode.
쎲The LED flashes in red at uniform intervals if the
data transmission rate of the
dLAN pro 1200+ triple is not optimal. For infor-
mation to improve the data transmission rate,
please see the chapter 5.1 Bandwidth optimi-
zation.
The function of the LED status display
can be deactivated in the
dLAN AVpro manager software.
3.3.2 Network connection
These are the connection points on the
dLAN pro 1200+ triple for connecting it to computers
or other network devices with network cables.
3.3.3 Encryption button
Data encryption at the touch of a button; For more in-
formation on the functions of the encryption button,

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please see the chapter 4.2 dLAN pro network en-
cryption at the touch of a button.
For safety reasons, you can deacti-
vate the encryption button in the
dLAN AVpro manager software.
3.3.4 Integrated electrical socket
If you connect additional network devices using a mul-
tiple socket, plug this multiple socket into the electrical
socket of the dLAN pro 1200+ triple. The integrated
mains filter eliminates any noise of connected devices
and significantly improves data transmission in the
home network.
3.3.5 Standby mode
A dLAN pro device switches to Standby mode after a
short while if no active network device such as a com-
puter is connected to the network port. In Standby
mode, the dLAN pro device cannot be accessed
via the power supply grid. As soon as the network
device (e.g. computer) connected to the network inter-
face is switched on again, your dLAN pro device can
also be reached again via the electrical wiring.
The energy-saving mode is disabled for the
dLAN pro 1200+ triple in the factory defaults.
If you would like to ensure that a dLAN device switches
to energy saving mode, this function can be activated
in the dLAN AVpro manager software. More informa-
tion concerning "energy-saving mode" can be found in
the chapter 2.1 devolo—Up to speed on green IT.
3.4 Connecting the
dLAN pro 1200+ triple
This section describes how to connect your
dLAN pro 1200+ triple to computers or other network
devices.
For the permitted voltage range for
operating the device and the power
consumption, refer to the label on
the rear side of the device.
Additional technical information is
available in the download area at
www.devolo.com.
The device is designed for indoor use
only.
햲Use network cables to connect the
dLAN pro 1200+ triple to the network ports of
your running computers or other network devices.

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Prevent tripping hazards when ca-
bling.
DANGER due to electricity! The
dLAN pro 1200+ triple must be
connected to an electrical power out-
let with a protective ground.
햳Plug the dLAN pro 1200+ triple into a free electri-
cal outlet.
The power outlet and all connected
network devices should be easily ac-
cessible so that you can pull the
mains plug quickly if needed.
To disconnect the device from the
mains supply, pull the device itself or
its mains plug from the power outlet.
Additional network devices that are
connected via a multiple socket are
connected to the mains power supply by
plugging the multiple socket into the inte-
grated electrical socket of the
dLAN pro 1200+ triple.
햴Once you have connected at least two dLAN pro
devices as described above, your dLAN
pro network has been set up. To secure your dLAN
pro network, continue with the configuration as
described in chapter 4 dLAN network.
For detailed information about connecting
other devolo dLAN devices, visit our web-
site: www.devolo.com
3.5 dLAN AVpro manager
The dLAN AVpro manager provides advanced dLAN
functions, such as:
쎲Management software to support the user during
configuration and monitoring
쎲Central administration interface
쎲Real time monitoring of all the dLAN pro devices
in the network
쎲Global or individual assignment of security set-
tings for databases and devices
쎲MDU mode for master/slave networks and peer-
to-peer networks
쎲VLAN configuration for subnet management
For detailed descriptions and information on
configuration of your dLAN pro network, please
consult the devolo dLAN AVpro manager man-
ual at
www.devolo.com/en/business-solutions.

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3.5.1 Software for Windows
The dLAN AVpro manager software is available at
www.devolo.com/en/business-solutions. After you
have downloaded the installation file to your PC, start
it by double-clicking on it.
Then you will find the link to the configuration inter-
face as well as the installed dLAN AVpro manager in
the program group Start  All Programs devolo.
3.5.2 Software for Linux
The dLAN AVpro manager software is available at
www.devolo.com/en/business-solutions. OpenSuse
and Linux are currently supported.

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4 dLAN pro network
4.1 Security in the dLAN
Before you can use the dLAN pro 1200+ triple in your
dLAN pro network, first you have to connect it to other
dLAN pro devices as a 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 pro 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 pro networks, data encryption is as
simple as touching a button, since all corre-
sponding dLAN pro devices are equipped
with an encryption button.
쎲For dLAN pro networks that include devices with
and without encryption buttons, data encryp-
tion must be set up using the dLAN AVpro
manager.
4.2 dLAN pro network encryption
at the touch of a button
To encrypt a dLAN pro network, in which all associated
devices 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 pro
network with a randomly generated password.
For security reasons, you can deacti-
vate encryption button in the dLAN
AVpro manager software.