Devolo MicroLink dLAN Ethernet - Manual (Page 8)

Introduction
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1.2 What do the dLAN adapters from devolo offer
you?
The dLAN adapters from devolo enable you to set up or expand a home net-
work easily and economically. PC work such as data exchange, accessing a
network printer over the home network or Internet access is all done over the
existing electrical wiring in the building. A dLAN adapter converts every
power point into a connection to your home network. You are completely
independent—use a power outlet anywhere from the basement to the attic.
And the advantages of computer networking at home or in the office are obvi-
ous:
b
Common usage of one Internet access
(e.g. Internet-DSL connection)
b
Common usage of one printer
b
Common access to centrally stored data
b
Multi-user games over the network.
You can find examples of possible networks and general information in the
chapter 'All about home networking'.
1.2.1 MicroLink dLAN Ethernet
Simple installation
b
Connect the MicroLink dLAN Ethernet to the computer or the device with
the Ethernet cable
b Connect the MicroLink dLAN Ethernet to the power outlet
b
Install the devolo MicroLink dLAN Software
b Done!
Ethernet connection
The MicroLink dLAN Ethernet has an Ethernet port for connecting to a device
in the home network (e.g. PC, notebook, modem, router, switch etc.) and it
has a standard power plug for connection to a power outlet. The adapter is
powered by an integrated 230V AC power supply.
Status display
The indicator lights (LEDs) of your MicroLink dLAN Ethernet show the connec-
tion status, allow the data transmission to be checked and make it easy to
diagnose any system malfunctions. The MicroLink dLAN Ethernet has 6 indi-
cator lights and an Ethernet port.