Medion LIFE P85050 User manual

Powerline Adapter Set
Powerline-adaptersæt
MEDION® LIFE®P85050 (MD 90215)
Instruction Manual
Betjeningsvejledning
Medion Electronics Ltd.
120 Faraday Park, Faraday Road, Dorcan
Swindon SN3 5JF, Wiltshire
United Kingdom
Hotline: [phone]
(National rate)
Fax: [phone]
To contact us by email please visit the “Service and
Support” section of our website at www.medion.co.uk.
www.medion.co.uk
Medion Service Nordic A/S
Naverland 29A
2600 Glostrup
Danmark
Hotline: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-Mail: service-denmar[email protected]
www.medion.dk
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Table of contents
1. Notes on how to use these instructions.......3
1.1. Symbols and keywords used in these
instructions .................................................... 3
2. Package contents...........................................5
3. Proper use ......................................................5
4. Safety instructions.........................................6
4.1. Operational safety ....................................... 6
4.2. Electromagnetic compatibility ............... 8
4.3. Notes on conformity................................... 8
4.4. Transport and packaging.......................... 9
5. System requirements ....................................9
6. Functionality ............................................... 10
7. Overview of the device............................... 11
8. Possible LED displays ................................. 12
9. The SECURITY/RESET button ..................... 13
10. Connections ................................................ 14
10.1. Notes on the electricity connection....14
10.2. Connection with a network device .....16
11. Changing the network key......................... 17
12. Integrating additional adapters into the
network ....................................................... 18
13. Removing a Powerline Adapter................. 20
14. Energy-saving mode................................... 20
15. Factory settings .......................................... 21
16. Troubleshooting ......................................... 21
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17. Cleaning....................................................... 25
18. Disposal....................................................... 25
19. Technical data ............................................. 26
20. Legal notice................................................. 27
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1. Notes on how to use these
instructions
Read the safety instructions carefully before
use. Note the warnings on the device and in
the operating instructions.
Always keep the operating instructions
close to hand. If you sell the device or give
it away, make sure you also hand over these
instructions and the warranty card.
1.1. Symbols and keywords used
in these instructions
DANGER!
Warning: immediate mortal
danger!
WARNING!
Warning of possible risk of fatal
injury and/or serious irreversible
injuries!
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CAUTION!
Please follow the instructions
to prevent injuries and property
damage!
ATTENTION!
Please follow the guidelines to avoid
property damage!
NOTE!
Additional information on using the device.
NOTE!
Please follow the guidelines in the
operating instructions!
WARNING!
Warning of risk of electric shock!
• Bullet point/information on operating steps
and results
Tasks to be performed
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2. Package contents
Please check your purchase to ensure that all items
are included. If anything is missing, please contact us
within 14 days of purchase. The following items are
supplied with your Powerline Adapter Set:
−2 x Powerline Adapter
−2 x Network Cable RJ-45
−Instruction Manual and Warranty Certificate
3. Proper use
The Powerline Adapters are designed to
transfer network signals via the sockets
connected to the mains electricity network.
This device is for private use only and may
not be used for commercial purposes.
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4. Safety instructions
4.1. Operational safety
• This device is not intended for use by
people (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental abilities or
by those without experience and/or
knowledge, unless they are supervised
by a person responsible for their safety or
they have been instructed in its use by that
person. Children should be supervised to
ensure they do not play with this device.
• Always adhere to the user instructions
of those devices that you connect to the
Powerline Adapters.
• Do not place liquid containers, e.g. vases,
on or near the device. The container may
tip over and the liquid may impair the
electrical safety of the device.
• Keep the device away from moisture and
from water in droplet or spray form. Avoid
vibrations, dust, heat and direct sunlight
in order to prevent malfunction. The
operating temperature is 5° - 35° C.
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• Never open the housing on the devices;
they do not contain any parts requiring
maintenance! There is a risk of electric
shock when the housing is open. This
would invalidate the warranty and may
render the device unusable.
• Plug the Powerline Adapter into freely
accessible sockets for your mains
electricity network so that it can be
quickly disconnected from the mains
electricity network in the event of danger.
• After transporting the device, wait until
it has reached room temperature before
switching it on. Major fluctuations in
temperature or humidity can lead to
condensation which could cause an
electrical short-circuit.
• To avoid static charges, you should not
operate the device in extremely dry
conditions.
• In circumstances where there are
electrostatic discharges, the device could
malfunction. In this case, the device must
be reset to the factory settings.
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4.2. Electromagnetic
compatibility
• You must comply with the European
directives on electromagnetic
compatibility (EMC) when making
connections. Keep the device at a distance
of at least one metre from sources of
high-frequency or magnetic interference
(televisions, loudspeakers, mobile
telephones, etc.) to avoid malfunctions
and data loss.
4.3. Notes on conformity
MEDION AG hereby declares that the set
consisting of 2 x MD 87304 Powerline
Adapter conforms to the following European
requirements:
• EMC Directive 2004/108/EC
• Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC
• Ecodesign Directive 2009/125/EC
• RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU.
Full declarations of conformity are available at
www.medion.com/conformity.
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4.4. Transport and packaging
Keep the original packaging in the event the device
needs to be sent in the post.
5. System requirements
Ensure that your computer meets the following
requirements before installing the Powerline Adapter:
−At least two wall sockets (100-240V~50/60Hz).
−LAN connection
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6. Functionality
The Powerline Adapters can be used to extend your
existing LAN network using the mains electricity
network available in your household, without having
to lay additional cables.
Example of Use
The two adapters delivered in the set are already
synchronised, the encryption has been activated and
you can send and receive data without having to carry
out any additional configuration steps. Additional
Powerline Adapters can also be connected to the
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network via simple cable connections.
The encryption function enables you to protect your
private network against unauthorised access (see
Chapter“11. Changing the network key”on page 17).
7. Overview of the device
5
1
3
4
2
1) Integrated socket
2) LED displays: POWER, LAN and
POWERLINE
3) SECURITY/RESET button: encryption/resets
the device to the factory settings
4) RJ-45 LAN connection
5) Mains power plug
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8. Possible LED displays
LED Status Meaning
Power
Green
light The adapter is switched on.
Flashes
green
−The adapter is restart-
ing or carrying out se-
curity settings
Flash-
es green
every 15
seconds
(other
LED dis-
plays are
off)
The adapter is ready for opera-
tion (standby).
Off The adapter is not being sup-
plied with electricity.
LAN
Green
light
LAN cable is connected, adapt-
er is ready to transfer data.
Flashes
green Data is being transferred.
Off
The LAN connection is not ac-
tive (no LAN cable connect-
ed, network device is switched
off).
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LED Status Meaning
Power-
line
Green
light
Another Powerline Adapter
has been detected in the same
network.
Off
No connection to another
adapter or no device with the
same network key has been
detected.
Green Signal > 40 Mbit/s
Orange Signal 20 - 40 Mbit/s
Red Signal ≤ 20 Mbit/s
9. The SECURITY/RESET button
The SECURITY/RESET button has three functions
depending on how long it is pressed:
Seconds Function
1-2 Connects to an existing Powerline net-
work
5-8 Generates a random, unique network key
on the adapter and immediately separates
the device from an existing network.
10-15 Resets the adapter to the factory settings.
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10. Connections
In order to create a network with the Powerline
Adapters, it is necessary for at least two adapters to be
connected for the purpose of transferring data.
There are two options available: A direct connection
between two network-capable devices or a
connection between a network-capable device and a
router (to the Internet).
Connect the Powerline Adapter to a wall socket (100-
240V~50/60Hz) near to the network-capable device.
NOTE
In order to ensure constant access to an existing
LAN network, it is necessary to permanently
supply the Powerline Adapter with electricity.
10.1. Notes on the electricity
connection
NOTE
Directly connect the Powerline Adapter to a
wall socket and not to an extension cable or
multiple socket adapter because otherwise
this may negatively influence the quality of
the data transmission. You can operate other
devices via the integrated power socket on
the Powerline Adapter.
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If possible, directly plug the Powerline Adapter into
its own wall socket.
NOTE
If you cannot achieve a connection after
linking the adapter to a computer, try the
process again using a different wall socket.
Please note that the quality of the data
transmission is dependent on the load and
quality of your mains electricity network:
−The data transmission will slow down as the
length of the power line between the two
Powerline Adapters increases.
−Depending on the load placed on the mains
electricity network, the speed of the data
transmission may vary or even be interrupted.
−In the case of older mains electricity networks,
which do not correspond to the latest
technological standards, the data transmission
may be a little slower.
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10.2. Connection with a network
device
In order to connect two network devices e.g. a PC
and a router together in a network using Powerline
Adapters, each of the two devices must be connected
to their own Powerline Adapter with a LAN cable (RJ-
45).
Modem/Router
Connection example
Connect the supplied LAN cable (RJ-45) with the
LAN connection on the Powerline Adapter and the
LAN connection on the router.
Connect the LAN connection on the computer
with the LAN connection on the second Powerline
Adapter using the second LAN cable (RJ-45)
supplied in the set.
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If possible, directly plug each Powerline Adapter
into its own wall socket.
Switch on the computer and the router.
The setup process has been successful if all three LED
displays POWER, LAN and POWERLINE light up
on both Powerline Adapters.
11. Changing the network key
NOTE
On delivery, both Powerline Adapters are
paired and the transfer of data is encrypted as
standard. Therefore, the Powerline network is
already secure when using it for the first time.
It is advisable to change the network key e.g. if there are
concerns about the security of the network or if a larger
network is to be split into two or more smaller ones.
NOTE
For this process, it is helpful to plug all of
the adapters, which are to receive the new
network key, next to each other in a multiple
socket adapter.
Both Powerline Adapters are connected and ready for
operation. The POWER LED lights up.
Press the SECURITY/RESET button on one of
the Powerline Adapters for approx. 5 - 8 seconds.
The device will be reset and then restarts. All LED
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displays will briefly go out. This Powerline Adapter has
now generated a random, unique network key.
Press the SECURITY/RESET button again for
approx. 1 - 2 seconds.
The Power LED flashes in green.
Now press the SECURITY/RESET button on the
second Powerline Adapter within two minutes.
The Power LED flashes in green.
When the POWER LED and also the POWERLINE LED
are permanently lit in green, the encryption process has
been successfully completed.
12. Integrating additional
adapters into the network
NOTE
For this process, it is helpful to plug all of the
adapters, which are to receive the new network
key, next to each other in a multiple socket
adapter.
Proceed as follows for each additional Powerline Adapter
that is to receive the new network key:
All of the Powerline Adapters to be configured are
connected and ready for operation.The POWER LED
lights up.
Connect the adapter that is to be used to extend
the network to a wall socket. The POWER LED
lights up.
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Press the SECURITY/RESET button on this
Powerline Adapter for approx. 5 - 8 seconds.
The device will be reset and then restarts. All LED
displays will briefly go out. This Powerline Adapter has
now generated a random, unique network key.
Press the SECURITY/RESET button on the adapter
in the existing network for approx. 1 - 2 seconds.
The Power LED flashes in green.
Now press the SECURITY/RESET button on
the adapter that you want to add to the existing
network within two minutes.
The Power LED flashes in green.
When the POWER LED and also the POWERLINE
LED are permanently lit in green on all Powerline
Adapters, the addition of the new adapter and the
encryption process have been successfully completed.
NOTE
Complete the process described above for
each additional Powerline Adapter.
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