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- Page 1 WD Livewire ™ Powerline AV Network Kit User Manual...
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Page 2: Wd Service And Support
Service and Support ® Should you encounter any problem, please give us an opportunity to address it before returning this product. Most technical support questions can be answered through our knowledge base or e-mail support service at http://support.wdc.com. If the answer is not available or, if you prefer, please contact WD at the best telephone number shown below. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Important User Information ....1 Important Safety Instructions ......1 Recording your WD Product Information . -
Page 4: Important User Information
WD LIVEWIRE POWERLINE AV NETWORK KIT USER MANUAL Important User Information Important Safety Instructions This device is designed and manufactured to assure personal safety. Improper use can result in electric shock or fire hazard. The safeguards incorporated into this unit will protect you if you observe the following procedures for installation, use, and servicing. -
Page 5: Recording Your Wd Product Information
WD LIVEWIRE POWERLINE AV NETWORK KIT USER MANUAL Recording your WD Product Information In the following table, write the serial and model numbers of your new WD product. You can find this information on the label on the bottom of the device. You should also note the date of purchase. -
Page 6: Product Overview
WD LIVEWIRE POWERLINE AV NETWORK KIT USER MANUAL Product Overview Thank you for purchasing the WD Livewire Powerline AV Network Kit. This user manual provides step-by-step instructions for installing and using your new WD Livewire devices. For the latest WD product information and news, visit our website at www.westerndigital.com. -
Page 7: Features And Functions
WD LIVEWIRE POWERLINE AV NETWORK KIT USER MANUAL Features and Functions Sharing Internet Access on the Livewire Network To share Internet access over the powerline network, connect your router to a WD Livewire device using an Ethernet cable and plug the device directly into an electrical outlet. -
Page 8: Sample Livewire Home Network
WD LIVEWIRE POWERLINE AV NETWORK KIT USER MANUAL Sample Livewire Home Network This diagram below shows a WD Livewire network in a two-story house. The router upstairs (which has a desktop computer and network storage drive attached) is connected to a WD Livewire device, which is plugged into an electrical outlet in one room. -
Page 9: Connections
WD LIVEWIRE POWERLINE AV NETWORK KIT USER MANUAL Connections Item Component Description Ethernet ports (1-4) Supports connection of computers, removable storage devices, gaming consoles, and other network-connectable devices Sync button Press the Sync button on all WD Livewire devices in your powerline network within two minutes to create a private network. -
Page 10: Getting Started
WD LIVEWIRE POWERLINE AV NETWORK KIT USER MANUAL Getting Started Package Contents WD Livewire devices Ethernet cables Documentation and Quick Install Guide AC power adapters software CD Minimum Installation Requirements An available electrical outlet in two separate locations in your home or office At least two network-capable devices with an Ethernet connection GETTING STARTED –... -
Page 11: Installation Procedures
WD LIVEWIRE POWERLINE AV NETWORK KIT USER MANUAL Installation Procedures Important: Plug the devices directly into a wall socket. Do not plug the devices into a power strip, surge protector, or similar power extension. Connect the Network Devices and Computers 1. - Page 12 WD LIVEWIRE POWERLINE AV NETWORK KIT USER MANUAL Create a Private Network Note: You may want to create a private network if you live in an apartment building or other dwelling where the electrical system is not exclusive to your living space. To create a private network, press the Sync button on the back of each WD Livewire device in the network for less than three seconds within a span of two minutes.
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Page 13: Wd Livewire Utility
WD LIVEWIRE POWERLINE AV NETWORK KIT USER MANUAL WD Livewire Utility Use the WD Livewire Utility to manage your powerline device network. Note: The WD Livewire devices are plug and play and can be used without having to install any software. - Page 14 WD LIVEWIRE POWERLINE AV NETWORK KIT USER MANUAL 5. Click I Agree in the License Agreement screen. 6. Accept the default install location or click Browse to select a different destination folder. Click Install. 7. WD Livewire Utility installation is complete. Click Finish to close the Wizard. WD LIVEWIRE UTILITY –...
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Page 15: Using The Wd Livewire Utility
Using the WD Livewire Utility Turn on your computer and wait for the operating system to load. For Windows Vista and Windows XP, click Start>Programs>Western Digital>WD Livewire Utility or double-click the WD Livewire Utility icon on your desktop. For Windows 7, click the Windows icon and then All Programs>Western Digital>WD Livewire Utility or double-click the WD Livewire Utility icon on your... - Page 16 WD LIVEWIRE POWERLINE AV NETWORK KIT USER MANUAL Upgrade Firmware Go to “Firmware Upgrade” on page 17 for instructions. Rename To assign a new name to a remote powerline device, select it, then click Rename. Enter the new name, and then press Enter on your keyboard. Note: The new device name only appears on the computer running the WD Livewire Utility used to assign the new name.
- Page 17 WD LIVEWIRE POWERLINE AV NETWORK KIT USER MANUAL Scan Click Scan to update the status information of the remote powerline adapters. Privacy Create a private network that provides you with extra security using the Privacy tab. Private Network Name The default Private Network Name, HomePlugAV, displays. To change the Private Network Name, all devices in the network must have their device passwords entered (see “Device Password”...
- Page 18 WD LIVEWIRE POWERLINE AV NETWORK KIT USER MANUAL Diagnostics The Diagnostics tab provides detailed information about the powerline adapters in your WD Livewire network. System Information The following information about the powerline adapter connected to your computer via Ethernet displays: Ethernet adapter MAC address, powerline adapter MAC address, network password, vendor, and firmware version.
- Page 19 WD LIVEWIRE POWERLINE AV NETWORK KIT USER MANUAL About The About screen displays information about the WD Livewire Utility. Version number, copyright info, release date, and a link to the WD website display under the WD logo. Note: You must have an active Internet connection to use the WD link. WD LIVEWIRE UTILITY –...
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Page 20: Wd Livewire Network Maintenance
WD LIVEWIRE POWERLINE AV NETWORK KIT USER MANUAL WD Livewire Network Maintenance The firmware for your WD Livewire network can be upgraded to the latest release, which includes product fixes and enhancements. To ensure you receive the latest update, we recommend registering your product at http://register.wdc.com. This chapter describes how to upgrade firmware and perform simple troubleshooting. - Page 21 WD LIVEWIRE POWERLINE AV NETWORK KIT USER MANUAL 4. Click Browse and select the new .PIB and .NVM firmware files that you downloaded in step 1. Click OK. 5. Click OK to confirm you have selected the correct firmware upgrade files. 6.
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Page 22: Troubleshooting
WD LIVEWIRE POWERLINE AV NETWORK KIT USER MANUAL Troubleshooting Problem Solution The power LED does not illuminate Make sure the power switch on the device is set to ON. after installing the WD Livewire device. If this does not solve the problem, do the following: 1. -
Page 23: Appendix
Die Markierung mit dem CE-Symbol zeigt an, dass dieses Gerät mit den anwendbaren Richtlinien der Europäischen Union übereinstimmt. Hierzu zählen auch die EMV-Richtlinie (2004/108/EG) sowie die Niederspannungsrichtlinie (2006/95/ EG). Eine "Konformitätserklärung" in Übereinstimmung mit den anwendbaren Richtlinien ist erstellt worden und kann bei Western Digital Europe eingesehen werden. APPENDIX – 20... - Page 24 CE-merkintä osoittaa tämän järjestelmän yhdenmukaisuuden sovellettavissa olevien Euroopan unionin neuvoston direktiivien kanssa, mukaan lukien EMC-direktiivi (2004/108/EC), sekä alijännitedirektiivi (2006/95/EC). "Yhdenmukaisuusvakuutus" sovellettavien direktiivien kanssa on tehty ja se on arkistoituna Western Digital Europe:ssa. Маркировка символом CE свидетельствует о соответствии настоящей системы положениям применимых директив Совета Европейского Союза, в...
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Page 25: Warranty Information
WD LIVEWIRE POWERLINE AV NETWORK KIT USER MANUAL Maschinenlärminformations-Verordnung 3. GPSGV: Der höchste Schalldruckpegel beträgt 70 db(A) oder weniger gemäß EN ISO 7779, falls nicht anders gekennzeichnet oder spezifiziert. Warranty Information Obtaining Service WD values your business and always attempts to provide you the very best of service. If this Product requires maintenance, either contact the dealer from whom you originally purchased the Product or visit our product support Web site at http://support.wdc.com for information on how to obtain service or a Return Material Authorization (RMA). - Page 26 Western Digital, WD, the WD logo, and WD TV are registered trademarks in the U.S. and other countries; and WD Livewire is a trademark of Western Digital Technologies, Inc. Other marks may be mentioned herein that belong to other companies.
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