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The reproduction and distribution of the documentation and software supplied with this product and the use of its contents is subject to written authorization from devolo. We reserve the right to make any alterations that arise as the result of technical de- velopment.
Magic 2 LAN triple in Chapter 2, Chapter 3 rect ambient conditions which if not ob- tells you how to start using the adapter in your net- served can result in serious injury or work.
7 Preface 1.3 Intended use Symbol Description The device is restricted to indoor use on- Use devolo products, devolo software and the pro- vided accessories as described to prevent damage The device is a Class I product. All electri- and injury.
The products are intended for operation in the future reference. USA. Software devolo devices can be used only with the free, downloadable programs approved and available on devolo AG's website (www.devolo.com) and in app stores (iOS and Google Play). Any modificati-...
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To disconnect devolo devices from the power sup- ply, unplug the device from the electrical outlet. devolo devices may be operated only on a power devolo devices should only be installed in locations supply as described on the rating plate.
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Users do not need to carry out any maintenance on devolo devices. In the event of damage, disconnect the devolo device from the power supply by pul- ling it or its plug out of the electrical outlet. Then contact only qualified specialist personnel (after- sales service).
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. 1.5.2 FCC radiation exposure statement Increase the separation between the equip- ment and receiver. This equipment complies with FCC radiation expo- sure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environ- devolo Magic 2 LAN triple...
This equipment complies with IC radiation expo- There you will find product descriptions and docu- sure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environ- mentation, and also updates of devolo software ment. This equipment should be installed and and your device's firmware.
Magic products are certified The three gigabit network ports on the according to HomeGrid standards and are compa- devolo Magic 2 LAN triple let you connect tible with other HomeGrid-certified products. stationary network devices—such as game Like the HomePlug AV technology used in consoles, a TV or a media receiver—to your...
Expanding an existing devolo Magic PLC net- work by adding another devolo Magic adapter In order to use a new devolo Magic 2 LAN triple in your devolo Magic network, first you have to connect it to your existing devolo Magic adapters Fig.
2.2.2 Reading the PLC indicator light stalling devolo Magic adapters in Chapter The integrated PLC indicator light (LED) shows the 3.3.2 Single—Expanding an existing PLC status of the devolo Magic 2 LAN triple with solid network adding another or flashing light: devolo Magic 2 LAN triple.
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The other network nodes are in standby mo- de, so they cannot currently be accessed over the electrical wiring. The PLC LEDs on the other devolo Magic adapters flash white only for a short time. Status 2: The connection to the other network nodes has been interrupted.
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White Solid on The devolo Magic connection does not have Can be disabled any issues and the devolo Magic adapter is ready to operate. White Flashing at in- The devolo Magic adapter is in standby mo- Can be disabled tervals de.***...
The integrated power supply filter in the Check whether the adapter is connected to devolo Magic adapter filters out this sort of exter- the power supply correctly and whether the nal interference and reduces the impact on PLC pairing operation has been carried out suc- performance.
The device restarts if you press the PLC/reset but- ton for less than 10 seconds. Reset—Factory default settings To remove a devolo Magic adapter from your devolo Magic network and successfully restore its entire configuration to factory defaults, press and hold the PLC/reset button longer than 10 seconds.
AG reserves the right to change the packa- ge contents without prior notice. This chapter tells you how to set up your devolo Magic 2 LAN triple. It also describes the 3.2 System requirements devolo software that comes with it.
(Cat-5e UTP, not for in-wall use). For the permitted voltage range for opera- Connect the devolo Magic 2 LAN triple e. g. to ting the device and the power consumption, your computer‘s network port (or to another refer to the type plate on the back of the de- device‘s network port) using the network cable...
Initial use 22 (see Chapter 2.2.2 Reading the PLC indicator Connect the devolo Magic 2 LAN triple e. g. to light). your computer‘s network port (or to another device‘s network port) using the network cable When the LEDs on both devolo Magic included (Cat-5e UTP, not for in-wall use).
A network password can also be changed in the information about devolo Cockpit online at following ways: www.devolo.com/cockpit. Using the web interface of the devolo Magic adapter (see Chapter 4.2.2 Powerline) Downloading the devolo Home Network App The devolo Home Network App is devolo's free...
Initial use 24 3.5 Removing the devolo Magic adapter from a PLC network To remove a devolo Magic adapter from your net- work and successfully restore its entire configurati- on to the factory default settings, press the PLC/ reset button longer than 10 seconds.
Home Network App Cockpit software in Chapter 3.4 Installation of de- The devolo Magic 2 LAN triple has a built-in web interface that can be called up using a standard volo software. web browser. All settings for operating the device can be modified here.
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Disk icon: Save your settings. X icon: Cancel the operation. Your settings are not saved. Required fields Fields with a red border are mandatory fields. This means these fields must be filled out to continue with the configuration. devolo Magic 2 LAN triple...
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Recommended settings can of course be replaced with custom settings. Invalid entries Entry errors are either highlighted by a red border or error messages appear. Buttons Click the Disk icon to save the settings for the respective web interface area. devolo Magic 2 LAN triple...
4.2.1Overview System uptime: Operating time since the last re- start The Overview area shows the status of the devolo Magic 2 LAN triple and the connected LAN Powerline and PLC devices. Local device: Device state: status information “connected“ or “not connected“...
Send (Mbps): Rate for sending data Receive (Mbps): Rate for receiving data To use a new devolo Magic 2 LAN triple in your devolo Magic network, you first have to connect it to the network with your existing devolo Magic ad- apters.
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Magic adapter from the tion. This may take some time. power supply. As soon as the new devolo Magic adapter is Compatibility mode integrated into your existing network, it appears in a list of available and established Using as VDSL connection may negatively impact connections.
You can access the web interface for the If you want automatic IP address assignment and devolo Magic 2 LAN triple using its current IP ad- there is already a DHCP server present on the net- dress. This may be an IPv4 and/or IPv6 address, work for giving out IP addresses (e.g.
System information lets you enter an user- By default, the built-in web interface of the defined name in the Device name (hostname) devolo Magic 2 LAN triple is not protected by a field. This information is particularly helpful if password. We recommend assigning a password...
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The web interface is now protected against un- authorized access with your custom password! Identify Device The devolo Magic adapter can be located using the Identify device function. Click Identify to make the white LED for the corresponding adapter flash for 2 minutes to make it easier to identify by sight.
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Wi-Fi is disabled. In this mode, the devolo Magic 2 LAN triple is not accessible over the Powerline network. As soon as the network device (e.g. computer) connected to...
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The devolo Magic 2 LAN triple automatically up- dates its firmware. This option is enabled by de- fault. Factory settings The devolo Magic 2 LAN triple can be reset to its Browse for updated firmware original factory default settings. If you have downloaded an updated firm-...
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Wait until the LED flashes white and then dis- connect the devolo Magic adapter from the mains supply. Doing so causes you to lose your custom PLC settings. The last-assigned passwords for the devolo Magic 2 LAN triple are also reset. devolo Magic 2 LAN triple...
5.1 Technical specifications work, we recommend that you comply with the following "connection rules": Security 128 Bit AES Plug the devolo Magic 2 LAN triple directly into Device port 3x RJ45 a wall outlet. Avoid using power strips. This (Gigabit Ethernet port) may impair the transmission of the PLC signals.
5.4 Warranty conditions If your devolo device is found to be defective du- ring initial installation or within the warranty peri- od, please contact the store where you purchased the product. The store will take care of the repair or warranty claim for you.
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