Devolo MicroLink dLAN Wireless - Manual (Page 33)

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5.3 Worth knowing
Network volume
The maximum number of dLAN adapters in a single-family house is theoreti-
cally 253 connections, but in practice no more than 10 devices should be
transferring data simultaneously.
Compatibility
The MicroLink dLAN Wireless by devolo is compatible to all other devolo LAN
products, to all devices conforming to the IEEE 802.3 standard and to other
HomePlug devices.
Network security
Normally, the electric meter acts a physical barrier, i.e. only dLAN devices
connected to this electrical meter can be within the network and benefit from
the phase coupling. For the sake of security, a 56-bit encryption is used to
guarantee secure data transfer within the network. In addition, we highly rec-
ommend using the WEP encryption. For further information, please refer to
the previous chapters on 'devolo MicroLink dLAN Software' and 'Network
configuration'.
How to use passwords correctly
You can improve your security substantially by following some important
rules regarding the use of passwords.
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Keep your passwords as secret as possible.
ć Never write a password down. Popular, but completely unsuitable
storage options include notebooks, wallets and text files in comput-
ers. Do not pass on your password unnecessarily.
b Select a random password.
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Use random strings of letters and numbers. Passwords from common
language usage are not secure.
b Change the password regularly or immediately if you feel it has been
compromised.
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Passwords should be changed as frequently as possible. This
requires a little effort, but increases your security considerably.
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Even if only the slightest indication of a leak exists, the password
should be changed.