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  • Page 1 dLAN® 500 WiFi The Network Innovation...
  • Page 2 ® devolo dLAN 500 WiFi...
  • Page 3 © 2013 devolo AG Aachen (Germany) While the information in this manual has been compiled with great care, it may not be deemed an assurance of product characteristics. devolo shall be liable only to the degree specified in the terms of sale and delivery.
  • Page 4 AG Charlottenburger Allee 60 52068 Aachen Germany www.devolo.com Aachen, February 2013...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Connecting the dLAN 500 WiFi ........
  • Page 7 WiFi Move Technology ..........70 devolo dLAN 500 WiFi...
  • Page 8 Warranty conditions ........... . . 79 devolo dLAN 500 WiFi...
  • Page 9 Contents devolo dLAN 500 WiFi...

  • Page 10: Preface

    In Chapter 4, you will learn about how to successfully The dLAN 500 WiFi combines the latest technology start up the dLAN 500 WiFi and how you can down- and unobtrusive design with the best Internet con- load dLAN Cockpit App from the respective store.

  • Page 11: Ce Conformity

    For the permitted voltage range for tains downloadable product descriptions and docu- operating the device and the power mentation, as well as updates to devolo software and consumption, refer to the label on the device firmware. rear side of the device. Additional technical information is available at www.devolo.com.

  • Page 12: Introduction

    While it is possible to wirelessly connect com- incorrect, because Wi-Fi designates the wireless puters in pairs (peer-to-peer, p2p), a central access standard and WLAN the wireless network. point is required to set up a network of multiple devic- devolo dLAN 500 WiFi...

  • Page 13: Dlan 500 Wifi

    2.3 dLAN 500 WiFi Easy management of the dLAN home network via dLAN Cockpit App or dLAN Cockpit software for The dLAN 500 WiFi unites the technologies of LAN, the home network configuration on the computer Wi-Fi (wireless) and dLAN in one case:...

  • Page 14: Sample Applications

    Wi-Fi. Each additional dLAN 500 WiFi adapter (e.g. one on every storey) makes it easy for you to enable full Internet access eve- rywhere in the home via Wi-Fi and/or dLAN.
  • Page 15 WiFi Move Technology Thanks to WiFi Move Technology, an automatic syn- chronisation of the Wi-Fi settings takes place between all dLAN 500 WiFi adapters, freeing you of the hassle of configuring of each individual dLAN 500 WiFi adapter (see illustration 2).

  • Page 16: Quick Start

    Two dLAN 500 WiFi This chapter covers everything you need to know to dLAN 500 duo quickly set up your dLAN 500 WiFi in the dLAN and Network cable Wi-Fi network. In addition, we will lead you through Hard copy of installation guide the installation of the devolo software.

  • Page 17: Connecting The Dlan 500 Wifi

    If you have already secured your existing dLAN Plug the dLAN 500 WiFi into a wall socket. As network using the encryption button, use the soon as the indicator light of the dLAN button same method to integrate further adapters. Once lights green (after approx.
  • Page 18 Plug the dLAN 500 WiFi into a wall socket. As let. soon as the indicator light of the dLAN button lights green (after approx. 45 seconds), the After you have successfully connected both adapt- adapter is ready to operate.

  • Page 19: Installation Of Devolo Software

    18 Quick start In order to connect the dLAN 500 WiFi via Wi-Fi more information with your laptop, tablet or smartphone, enter the WiFi Move Technology, refer to Chapter 2 previously noted Wi-Fi key as the network security Introduction and 6.5.7 WiFi Move Tech- key.
  • Page 20 You will be asked for permission to transfer anonymous performance data related to your dLAN adapter to devolo. The data sent to devolo pertains only to the performance values of your dLAN devices. The data is anonymised and will be used exclusively for statistical purposes.
  • Page 21 20 Quick start devolo dLAN 500 WiFi...

  • Page 22: Initial Use

    This chapter covers everything you need to know to set up your dLAN 500 WiFi. It will explain connecting the device and its functions. We will also briefly introduce Fig. 3 is country-specific...

  • Page 23: Package Contents

    CD containing software and online documen- tation Please ensure that the delivery is complete before be- devolo AG reserves the right to change the package ginning with the installation of your dLAN 500 WiFi. contents without prior notice. Single Kit: 4.2 System requirements...

  • Page 24: Functions

    Initial use 23 4.3 Functions 4.3.1 Wi-Fi button The Wi-Fi button controls the following Wi-Fi The dLAN 500 WiFi has one Wi-Fi and one dLAN but- functions: ton with LED status display, a network jack and a reset Wi-Fi On/Off: button.

  • Page 25: Indicator Lights

    Indicator lights: The integrated indicator lights (LEDs) show all of Indicator lights: the dLAN statuses for the dLAN 500 WiFi by illu- The integrated indicator lights (LEDs) show all of minating and/or flashing: the Wi-Fi statuses for the dLAN 500 WiFi by illu- The LED flashes slowly.

  • Page 26: Wifi Move Technology

    Via the LAN port, a computer or another network de- entire Wi-Fi configuration to the new vice can be connected to the dLAN 500 WiFi via a com- dLAN 500 WiFi adapter. The existing and the mercially available network cable.

  • Page 27: Wi-Fi Antennas

    To switch off the dLAN 500 WiFi or dis- connect it from the mains supply, pull This section describes how to connect your the power plug out of the power out- dLAN 500 WiFi to a computer or other network device. let. Note Wi-Fi key...

  • Page 28: Software Installation

    Installation of devolo software You will be asked for permission to transfer anonymous Finally, install the software for dLAN 500 WiFi as performance data related to your dLAN adapter to described in the following chapter. devolo. The data sent to devolo pertains only to the performance values of your dLAN devices.
  • Page 29 28 Initial use Software for Linux (Ubuntu) The Software Linux folder contains the dLAN configuration software. devolo dLAN 500 WiFi...

  • Page 30: Dlan Network

    5.1 dLAN network encryption at the touch of a button Before you can use the dLAN 500 WiFi in your dLAN network, first you have to connect it to other dLAN AV To encrypt a dLAN network, in which all associated de- devices as a home network.
  • Page 31 30 dLAN network Fig. 6 devolo dLAN 500 WiFi...
  • Page 32 If you have already secured your existing dLAN net- work using the encryption button, use the same meth- That's it! The new dLAN 500 WiFi is now integrated in od to integrate further adapters. Once you have your network. To integrate additional adapters in your successfully connected the new dLAN 500 WiFi, first network, repeat the above steps.
  • Page 33 To integrate the device into a dif- ferent dLAN network, follow the steps described To remove a dLAN 500 WiFi adapter from an existing above, depending on whether you are setting up a new network, press its encryption button for at least ten network or adding the adapter to an existing one.

  • Page 34: Dlan Cockpit App

    As soon as your smartphone or tablet is connected to the dLAN 500 WiFi, all of the adapters found in devolo dLAN 500 WiFi...

  • Page 35: Settings Menu

    Depending on which submenu you are in, the dLAN Cockpit is easy and intuitive to operate. After following functions appear: installing the devolo software, it can be found in the Start Programs devolo program group. Start: dLAN Cockpit start menu...
  • Page 36 Clicking an adapter icon with the mouse All adapters found in the network appear with as enables the corresponding dLAN device and highlights adapter icon with a corresponding product name. The adapter in the middle of the dLAN network identified devolo dLAN 500 WiFi...

  • Page 37: Encrypting A Network With Dlan Cockpit

    The data sent to devolo pertains only to the Settings and functions performance values of your dLAN devices. You can configure settings for the respectively high-...
  • Page 38 Enter the After you have added all the dLAN devices you want to new device as described in the Adding an adapter your dLAN network, select the Change password devolo dLAN 500 WiFi...
  • Page 39 38 dLAN network section. The current network password is assigned automatically to the newly added device. devolo dLAN 500 WiFi...

  • Page 40: Network Configuration

    The dLAN 500 WiFi has a built-in configuration inter- face that can be called up using a standard web brows- er. All settings for operating the device can be modified here.

  • Page 41: Menu Description

    Click Back to leave the respective area of the configu- ration interface. Select the desired language in the language selection list. In the Status overview area, you get general information about all connected dLAN, Wi-Fi and LAN devices. devolo dLAN 500 WiFi...
  • Page 42 You can change or modify Wi-Fi settings in the WLAN configuration area. The Management section is for resetting, secur- ing and restoring your individual configurations. In addition, you can update the firmware of your dLAN 500 WiFi here. devolo dLAN 500 WiFi...

  • Page 43: Status Overview

    42 Network configuration 6.3 Status overview In the Status overview area you can track the status of your connected dLAN, Wi-Fi and LAN devices. devolo dLAN 500 WiFi...

  • Page 44: Dlan Status

    You can add additional dLAN devices to your dLAN network by tapping or clicking on Add device. To do this, enter the security ID for the respective dLAN adapter in the Security ID field and confirm with Save. devolo dLAN 500 WiFi...
  • Page 45 It consists of 4 x 4 letters separated by dashes (e.g. ANJR-KMOR-KSHT- QRUV). Ensure that all dLAN adapters are connected to the power grid and computers or other network compo- nents as appropriate. devolo dLAN 500 WiFi...

  • Page 46: Wlan Status

    Wi-Fi devices settings for Wi-Fi network security. displayed. Each Wi-Fi station known since the last 6.3.3 Ethernet status The status of the network connection is displayed in this area. devolo dLAN 500 WiFi...

  • Page 47: Device Configuration

    46 Network configuration 6.4 Device configuration In the device configuration area, you can modify set- tings for device security, network, dLAN, date and time and LED. devolo dLAN 500 WiFi...

  • Page 48: Device Security

    Network configuration 47 6.4.1 Device security By default, the built-in configuration interface of the dLAN 500 WiFi is not In this area you can control the access to the configu- protected with a password. However, ration interface as well as enable and disable the func-...

  • Page 49: Network Settings

    IP addresses, have the option Use this to accept network settings automatically from a DHCP server enabled so that the dLAN 500 WiFi au- tomatically receives an address from it. Enter admin in the User name field and your You can also assign a static IP address by making en- individual password in the Password field.
  • Page 50 Network configuration 49 devolo dLAN 500 WiFi...

  • Page 51: Dlan Settings

    The option Retrieve date and time automatically is activated by default so that the dLAN 500 WiFi can automatically synchronise the date and time. devolo dLAN 500 WiFi...
  • Page 52 Wi-Fi time control, for example (see 6.5.5 WLAN time control). In addition, the time server has to be activated, and an active Internet connection is also re- quired. devolo dLAN 500 WiFi...

  • Page 53: Led Settings

    The LED status display can be deactivated by activating the function Disable all LEDs permantly in order to The LED status display is activated in the factory default state. devolo dLAN 500 WiFi...

  • Page 54: Wlan Configuration

    Network configuration 53 6.5 WLAN configuration In the WLAN configuration area, you can configure settings for the Wi-Fi network and its security. devolo dLAN 500 WiFi...
  • Page 55 If you would like, you can completely shut off the Wi-Fi Use the Enable WLAN or Disable WLAN button part of your dLAN 500 WiFi, e.g. if you want to operate on the configuration interface under WLAN con- it exclusively as a simple dLAN device via the built-in figuration.

  • Page 56: Access Point

    Network configuration 55 6.5.1 Access point dLAN 500 WiFi. In this case, configure the de- vice via Ethernet or dLAN. Since the dLAN 500 WiFi functions as an access point, you will have to configure various parameters for your Settings wireless network.
  • Page 57 There are 13 channels available. We recommend keeping the default setting Auto, since in this setting the dLAN 500 WiFi selects the channel regularly and independently. In other words, if the last connected station logs out, a search for a suitable channel is carried out immediately.
  • Page 58 Without encryption, not only are all data transmitted using the keyboard, without having to convert it from client computers to the dLAN 500 WiFi in your into hexadecimal format first (as with WEP). wireless network without protection, but there is also Under Mode, you can limit access of clients to the no password prompt to establish the connection.
  • Page 59 58 Network configuration devolo dLAN 500 WiFi...

  • Page 60: Guest Account

    Define the name of the guest network in the SSID field ing to convert it into hexadecimal format first. Under (Service Set Identifier). Mode, you can limit access to the dLAN 500 WiFi to the method you have selected. Automatic shutoff...
  • Page 61 60 Network configuration devolo dLAN 500 WiFi...

  • Page 62: Wlan Filters

    Wi-Fi filter to limit access to Wi-Fi devices. Even if the encryption is switched off, the device will not es- In addition to encryption (see 6.5.1 Access point), tablish a connection. you can secure your wireless network even more by us- devolo dLAN 500 WiFi...
  • Page 63 You can easily determine the MAC address of a Win- ters. Now you can manually enter different network dows computer by opening the window with the com- devices to provide access to your dLAN 500 WiFi using mand prompt under Start All Programs...

  • Page 64: Parental Controls

    (Device configuration Date and time Obtain date and time automat- ically) for the dLAN 500 WiFi has to be enabled and an active Internet connection is also required (see 6.4.4 Time server). The time server is enabled by default.
  • Page 65 The daily time quota can be specified in hours and time remaining and the specified time quota. minutes. If you would like to delete a station from this list, high- light the station and confirm with Delete selected. devolo dLAN 500 WiFi...
  • Page 66 If you expand an ongoing time quota, periods defined in the WLAN time control and if the the change takes effect immediately; if dLAN 500 WiFi is enabled and there is an Internet you reduce an ongoing time quota, the connection. (see 6.5.5 WLAN time control).

  • Page 67: Wlan Time Control

    Wi-Fi time control. In this case, the time switched off until the last station has server (Device configuration Date and logged off. time Obtain date and time automatical- ly) for the dLAN 500 WiFi has to be en- Manually switching the access point on abled active Internet or off (i.e.
  • Page 68 Network configuration 67 devolo dLAN 500 WiFi...

  • Page 69: Wi-Fi Protected Setup

    Wi-Fi client(s) of the wireless network. The Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) is one of the international dLAN 500 WiFi offers two different variants for trans- encryption standards developed by the Wi-Fi Alliance mitting these encryption keys: for easily and quickly setting up a secure wireless net- work.
  • Page 70 Open the configuration interface of the Wi-Fi cli- ent to be added and transmit the PIN selected on the dLAN 500 WiFi. Confirm the encryption pro- cess as described there. Now the devices devolo dLAN 500 WiFi...

  • Page 71: Wifi Move Technology

    Wi-Fi Move Technology is a function for synchronising on, share changes to the Wi-Fi configuration the Wi-Fi settings of all dLAN 500 WiFi adapters con- with each other automatically. nected to your home network.

  • Page 72: Management

    Network configuration 71 6.6 Management computer as a file or restore it from there and update the firmware of the dLAN 500 WiFi. In the Management area you can reset the current configuration to the factory defaults, save it to your...

  • Page 73: Resetting The Configuration

    500 WiFi is also reset. To re-secure your dLAN With the Management Reset configuration com- network individually, read further at 6.4.3 dLAN set- mand, the dLAN 500 WiFi is reset to the original facto- tings. ry defaults. In doing so, you lose your personal settings.

  • Page 74: Saving A Configuration File

    6.6.2 Saving a configuration file agement Save configuration file. Then enter a storage location and name for the settings file. To save the active configuration to your computer as a file, select the corresponding button in the area Man- devolo dLAN 500 WiFi...

  • Page 75: Restoring A Configuration

    Restore device configura- tion button. An existing configuration file can be sent to the dLAN 500 WiFi in the Management Restore de- vice configuration area and enabled there. Select a suitable file via the Browse… button and start the op-...

  • Page 76: Update Firmware

    The firmware of the dLAN 500 WiFi includes the soft- ware for operating the device. If necessary, devolo of- fers new versions on the Internet as a file download, To bring the firmware up to the latest version, first go to the devolo website, www.devolo.com, and...
  • Page 77 76 Network configuration devolo dLAN 500 WiFi...

  • Page 78: Appendix

    7.1 Bandwith optimisation Plug the devices into different outlets and avoid using the same extension strip. To significantly improve the transmission capacity of the network, we recommend that you comply with the following "connection rules": Fig. 9 devolo dLAN 500 WiFi...

  • Page 79: Important Safety Instructions

    Do not insert any objects into the openings of the operating instructions have been followed device. properly. Do not keep the device in direct sunlight. devolo dLAN 500 WiFi...

  • Page 80: Disposal Of Old Devices

    War- devices may no longer be disposed of with household ranty services carried out by devolo do not result in an extension of the warranty period nor do they initiate a new warranty period. The waste.
  • Page 81 Claims for compensation of lost profits, indirect or consequen- receipt. tial detriments, are excluded. devolo is not liable for lost data or retrieval of lost data in Suspension of the warranty cases of slight and ordinary negligence. All warranty claims will be deemed invalid...
  • Page 82 Generate secure password 37 System requirements 15 Important safety instructions 10 Time server 50 Integrating the new adapter into the network 37 Troubleshooting guide 34 IP address 48 Warranty 79 Key icon 34 WEP 57 Wi-Fi antenna 26 devolo dLAN 500 WiFi...
  • Page 83 Wi-Fi filter 61 Wi-Fi key 23 WiFi Move Technology 70 Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) 68 Wi-Fi status 45 Wi-Fi time control 66 WLAN icon 33 WPA 57 WPA2 57 devolo dLAN 500 WiFi...

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