Installation
Quick Install Guide
Package Contents
If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller.
One PowerLine AV+ Mini Adapter
One Ethernet Cable
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You must have at least two PowerLine devices (including your
DHP-308AV) for your PowerLine network to function.
Plug the DHP-308AV into an AC wall outlet. Verify that the
Power LED is lit. If not, insert into another outlet.
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in the United States and/or other countries. Other trademarks or registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Maximum throughput
based on theoretical transmission PHY rate. Actual data throughput will vary. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of traffic and
network overhead, may lower actual data throughput rate. Interference from devices that emit electrical noise, such as vacuum cleaners and hair dryers, may
adversely affect the performance of this product. This product may interfere with devices such as lighting systems that have a dimmer switch, short wave
radios, or other powerline devices that do not follow the HomePlug AV standard. Product specifications, size and shape are subject to change without notice,
and actual product appearance may differ from that depicted on the package. Visit dlink.com (US) or dlink.ca (Canada) for more details.
Version 1.0 (May 31, 2012)
Power LED
- A solid light indicates that the
device is receiving electrical power.
PowerLine LED
- A solid light indicates that
the device is connected to the PowerLine
Network.
LED Colors:
Green
- Link rate/quality is the best.
Amber
- Link rate/quality is better.
Red
- Link rate/quality is good.
Ethernet LED
- A solid light indicates that
the Ethernet port is linked and will blink
during data transmission.
Technical Support
Having trouble installing your new product? D-Link’s website contains
the latest user documentation and software updates for D-Link products.
U.S. and Canadian customers can contact D-Link Technical Support
through our website or by phone.
United States
Telephone: (877) 453-5465
Internet: http://support.dlink.com
Canada
Telephone: (800) 361-5265
Internet: http://support.dlink.ca
DHP-308AV
LEDs (from top to bottom)
PowerLine AV+ Mini Adapter
3
Once the Power LEDs stop blinking, verify that the PowerLine
LED is lit on both adapters. This indicates that your adapters are
properly connected to each other. If the LED is not lit, insert one
or both adapters into different outlets and repeat step 2.
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Installation Tips
1. For best results, use in a standard wall outlet without any other products plugged into the same outlet.
Connecting this product to a power strip or a surge protector may adversely affect the performance of this
product.
2. Avoid using the PowerLine adapters in an electrical outlet that is located near an appliance that uses a lot of
power such as a washer, dryer, refrigerator, microwave, hair dryer, or air conditioning system.
3. Plug the PowerLine adapters in the same room in order to verify whether your home’s electrical wiring is
suitable. Once configured you may place the PowerLine adapters to the location of your choice.
To secure your network, press the Simple Connect button for 2
seconds on one of your existing PowerLine devices. The Power
LED will start to blink. Then, within 2 minutes, press the Simple
Connect button on the DHP-308AV for 2 seconds.
You may now attach Ethernet devices such as a computer, game console, or media
player via an Ethernet cable. With the Ethernet device powered on, verify that
the Ethernet LED is lit on the adapters to indicate a good connection. Setup is
complete.
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Room 1
Room 2
Router
Internet
Computer
Room 1
Room 2
DHP-308AV
Existing PowerLine Device
DHP-308AV
Existing PowerLine Device
LAN
DHP-308AV
Existing PowerLine Device
Room 1
Room 2
Simple Connect
Button
Simple Connect
Button
DHP-308AV
Existing PowerLine Device
Room 1
Room 2
Router
Internet
Internet
Internet
Router
Router
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