8 Introduction
devolo dLAN 650
2.1 What exactly is dLAN?
dLAN
(
d
irect
L
ocal
A
rea
N
etwork) uses the household
power grid to transfer data between computers equip-
ped with suitable adapters and other network compo-
nents. As a result, any power outlet can be used as a
network access point. The data is modulated prior to
transfer and sent as a signal via household power lines.
State-of-the-art technology ensures that the power
and data networks do not interfere with one another.
Networking via dLAN is fast and secure. The data is en-
crypted using a key to prevent interception by third
parties.
2.2 devolo—Up to speed on green
IT
The topic everyone is talking about is green IT. devolo
has an easy solution: the power saving mode, which
comes standard with the home network adapters, sets
the company apart from many competitors in the IT in-
dustry.
Developers at devolo, have for a long time kept a close
eye on how much power dLAN adapters may consume.
After all, a devolo network via electrical sockets should
not only be convenient, but also require as little energy
as possible—particularly during times when it is not
being used.
That devolo can satisfy the demand for energy efficien-
cy is evidenced by the patented
power saving mode
in the devices.
It automatically reduces the energy
consumption
when the computers in the dLAN net-
work or connected equipment are switched off.
The power saving mode in the adapters is not only a tri-
bute to
environmental protection
but also a real
service to the customer. Most people tend to forget to
regularly press the standby button on the hardware.
The patented technology in devolo adapters al-
lows you to save energy without having to do
anything
. And if less energy is consumed, your elec-
tric meter will turn more slowly. In other words, every
minute the adapter is in power saving mode, you will
save money.
