Devolo dLAN TV Sat PC - Manual (Page 17)

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3.4.1 Connection to the network
Multiple options exist for connecting the dLAN TV Sat Tuner to a computer using
the LAN interface:
Connection via the dLAN
The installation location of the satellite antenna (and thus of the dLAN TV Sat
Tuner) usually has neither coaxial nor Ethernet wiring. However, there is usually
a nearby power outlet. Therefore, connecting the dLAN TV Sat Tuner and the
computers in your home via dLAN is a convenient option.
To network the various devices with each other via dLAN, you have to plan in
one additional dLAN adapter for each. Connect the power supply of the dLAN
TV Sat Tuner with the power outlet. Then, connect the computer to the dLAN TV
Sat Tuner using a compatible dLAN adapter. For additional information about
initial use of the dLAN adapter, refer to the manual.
If possible, do not plug the adapter into a power strip. This may impair the trans-
mission of the dLAN signals. A free wall outlet is preferable. For additional infor-
mation about bandwidth optimisation in the dLAN, refer to the Annex of this
manual.
Connection via network switch
If Ethernet jacks are already available both at the installation location of the sat-
ellite antenna and near the computer and are connected to each other using a
switch, you can use this network to connect the dLAN TV Sat Tuner and the com-
puters. In this case, simply connect the tuner and all computers to the network
jacks as usual using simple Ethernet cables.
In this case, it usually makes no difference whether you use a crossover cable or
a patch cable, as most current Ethernet switches now have the ability to interpret
the pin assignment automatically (Auto-MDI/X).
Direct connection
You can connect the computer to the tuner of the dLAN TV Sat Tuner directly
using an Ethernet crossover cable.
Ensure that the network cable used has crossover contacts, as otherwise no con-
nection will be established.