Product Highlights
• Easily expand your wired and wireless network
This starter kit contains everything you need to
turn every power socket into a possible wired or
wireless network connection by extending your
existing wireless network using the electrical
wiring in your home.
• High-speed data streaming
Wireless N standard, up to 300 Mbps
3
wireless speeds and backwards compatible with
Wireless G up to 500 Mbps3 data transfer
rates over the existing electrical wiring.
• Secure network sharing
Simple push-button set up with sophisticated
data encryption to secure your network from
unwanted connections
• Plug and Play
Truly ‘plug and play’, no need for any IT or
networking skills
DHP-W311AV
PowerLine AV 500 Wireless N Mini Starter Kit
Features
Connectivity
• 10/100 Mbps Fast Ethernet LAN port to
connect a wired device for high-speed
activities
• PowerLine interface compatible with IEEE
1901 and HomePlug AV devices
• IEEE 802.11n, backward-compatible with
802.11g/b
Security features:
• WPA/WPA2 encryption to secure your
wireless trac
• Common Connect button to activate WPS
and PowerLine encryption
• 128-bit AES data encryption for PLC
PowerLine
Security:
• IPv6 support
• Web browser setup and conguration
• One-touch AP conguration
The PowerLine AV 500 Wireless N Mini Starter Kit uses your homes electrical
wiring to create a network or extend your existing network. Enjoy high-speed and
reliable connectivity throughout your home. The PowerLine AV 500 Wireless N Mini
Starter Kit features both wireless and PowerLine, which allows you to benefit from
PowerLine1 networking, compliant with the HomePlug AV standard that uses your
existing home electrical wiring to extend your home network. The wireless ability
allows you to increase the areas in your home where you can use your wireless
devices.
Data transmission over electrical wiring
The D-Link DHP-W311AV PowerLine AV 500 Wireless N Mini Starter Kit, compliant
with the HomePlug AV standard, uses your home’s existing electrical wiring 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.
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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 conguration, may aect the performance of this product. Additional D-Link PowerLine AV series
products are required to add new devices to the network. A minimum of two D-Link PowerLine AV series products are required
to create a network. Connecting this product to a power strip with a surge protector may adversely aect the performance of this
product. For best results, plug the adapter directly into a wall outlet.
DHP-W311AV
PowerLine AV 500 Wireless N Mini Starter Kit
Faster wireless speeds and wider operational range
The Wireless N Technology incorporated into this PowerLine product oers
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 trac safe and secure.
Ideal for bandwidth intensive applications
This kit is capable of delivering data transfer at speeds of up to 500 Mbps3
and Wireless N speeds of up to 300 Mbps3. 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 prioritises Internet trac, ensuring that multimedia applications
do not experience glitches while web surng and downloads are in
progress. This device provides ample network bandwidth, enabling digital
home consumers to tap into their existing electrical wiring for high-quality
multimedia streaming.
Convenient setup and secure operation
Secure connections and ease of use
The DHP-W311AV features WPA/WPA2 and WEP wireless encryption to ensure
a secure wireless network connection. The DHP-W311AV features a Common
Connect button to easily set up either a wireless connection through WPS, or
create a secure PowerLine connection. Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) by PIN is
also supported.
Side view
Simple Connect button
Reset button
The DHP-W311AV plugs directly into a power outlet, and does not require any
additional cables. Extend your home network by connecting multiple devices
to the farthest corners of your home via an Ethernet cable or Wireless N. For
convenient setup, wired or wireless encryption keys can be quickly congured
with the push of a button on top of the device. The adapter implements 128-bit
AES data encryption to protect your network from unauthorised access. With
hassle-free ‘plug and play’ installation, this is an ideal solution to create a wall-
to-wall home network.
Network diagram
Wall Socket
close to your
router
Internet
DHP-308AV
Power on/o switch
PowerLine
Laptop
LAN port
DHP-W310AV
Router
Desktop
Connect any
Ethernet device
(computer, media player,
games console)