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D-Link DHP-W311AV User Manual
Section 1 - Product Overview
Data Transmission Over electrical Wiring
The D-Link DHP-W310AV Powerline AV 500 Wireless N Mini Starter Kit, compliant with the HomePlug AV standard, uses your home’s existing electrical
wiring
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to create a network or extend your existing network. It turns every power outlet into a potential network connection to access digital media
devices, game consoles, print servers, computers, and network storage devices throughout your home. Additionally, Wireless N provides high speed
transfers without the need for unsightly network cables.
Faster Wireless Speeds & Wider Operational Range
The Wireless N technology incorporated into the DHP-W310AV offers increased speed and range beyond standard 802.11g technology. Initial wireless
setup can be accomplished quickly, thanks to a convenient setup wizard. WPA and WPA2 encryption keep your network traffic safe and secure.
Ideal For Bandwidth-Intensive Applications
The DHP-W310AV is capable of delivering Powerline AV data transfer rates even higher than the old AV standard. This rapid transmission speed makes
it ideal for bandwidth-intensive applications, guaranteeing smooth HD video streaming, clear VoIP calls, and lag-free online gaming experiences.
In addition, it prioritizes Internet traffic, ensuring that multimedia applications do not experience glitches while web surfing and downloads are in
progress. This device provides ample network bandwidth, enabling digital home consumers to tap into existing electrical wiring for high-quality
multimedia streaming.
Convenient Setup and Secure Operation
The DHP-W311AV devices plug directly into a power outlet, and do not require any additional power cables. Extend your home network by connecting
multiple devices in the farthest corners of your home via Ethernet cable or Wireless N. For convenient setup, wired or wireless encryption keys can be
quickly configured with the push of a button on top of the device. The adapter implements 128-bit AES data encryption to protect the network from
unauthorized wiretapping. With hassle-free plug and play installation, the DHP-W311AV is an ideal solution to create a wall-to-wall home network.
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Power outlets and electrical wiring must all be part of the same electrical system. Certain electrical conditions in your home, such as wiring condition and configuration, may affect the performance of this product.
Additional D-Link Powerline AV adapters are required to add new devices to the network. A minimum of two D-Link Powerline AV Network Adapters are required to create a network. Connecting this product to a power
strip with a surge protector may adversely affect the performance of this product. For best results, plug the adapter directly into a wall outlet.
