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USER MANUAL Magic 2 WiFi next DEVOLO

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3.4.2 Addition – Expanding an existing PLC network by adding another

5.2 Warranty conditions 527 Preface

devolo Magic 2 WiFi next 1Preface Welcome to the fantastic world of devolo Magic 2 WiFi next! In no time at all, devolo Magic transforms your house into a multimedia home that is ready for the future today. devolo Magic gives you noticeably higher speeds, more stability and greater range, providing the perfect Internet experience as a re- sult!

1.1 About this manual

b Chapter 1: Preface — covers safety-related product information as well as general infor- mation on this document. b Chapter 2: Introduction – gives a brief intro- duction of „devolo Magic“ and a presentation of the devolo Magic 2 WiFi next adapter b Chapter 3: Installation – shows how to suc- cessfully start using the adapter in your net- work and describes the devolo software as well as the reset of a devolo Magic adapter. b Chapter 4: Configuration – describes in detail the setting options of the built-in devolo Magic 2 WiFi next configuration inter- face.

It is essential to have read and understood all safe- ty and operating instructions before the device is used for the first time; keep this manual and/or in- stallation guide as well as the flyer “Safety & ser- vice“ safe for future reference.

1.2.1About the flyer “Safety & service“

The flyer “Safety & service“ provides cross-product and conformity-relevant safety information e. g. general safety notes, data of frequency range and transmitting power as well as channels and carrier frequencies details of Wi-Fi products and disposal information. Printouts of the flyer and the installation guide are included with each product; this product manual is provided digitally. Furthermore, these and other relevant pro- duct descriptions are available to you in the download area of the respective product page on the Internet at www.devolo.global .Preface 8 devolo Magic 2 WiFi next

1.2.2Description of the icons

This section contains a brief description of the icons used in this manual and/or on the rating pla- te, the device connector. Icon Description Very important safety symbol that warns you of hazardous electrical voltage which if not avoided can re- sult in serious injury or death. An important safety symbol that warns you of a potentially dange- rous situation involving a tripping hazard which can result in injuries. An important note that should be observed which can potentially lead to material damages. The device may only be used in- doors in dry conditions. Only applicable for devices with Wi-Fi in the 5 GHz band: Wi-Fi connections in the 5 GHz band from 5.15 to 5.35 GHz are in- tended exclusively for operation in- side closed rooms. The device is a Class I product. All electrically conductive (made of metal) housing parts where a volta- ge can be applied during operation or maintenance in the event of an error must be continuously connected to the earth wire. The manufacturer/distributing company uses the CE marking to declare that the product meets all applicable European regulations and has been subjected to the pres- cribed conformity assessment procedures. Icon Description9 Preface devolo Magic 2 WiFi next

Use the devolo devices as described to prevent da- mage and injury. devolo Magic 2 WiFi next The device is a communication device only desi- gned for indoors and is equipped with a PLC - (Po- werLine Communication) and a Wi-Fi module. The devices communicate with each other by means of, PLC and Wi-Fi. The device enable transmission of the existing In- ternet/data signal over the in-house wiring and via Wi-Fi and integrate Internet-compatible terminal devices into the home network. devolo Magic 2 LAN The device is a communication device only desi- gned for indoors and is equipped with a PLC (Po- werLine Communication) module. The devices communicate with each other by means of PLC. The device enable transmission of the existing In- ternet/data signal over the in-house wiring and in- tegrate Internet-compatible terminal devices into the home network. The delivered products are intended for operation in the EU, EFTA and UK.

A printout of the simplified CE declaration of this product is separately included. The complete CE declaration can be found un- der www.devolo.global/support/ce

The manufacturer/distributing company uses the UKCA marking to declare that the product meets all applicable regulations of Great Bri- tain and has been subjected to the prescribed conformity assessment procedures. Additional information, background material and configuration tips for your device. Indicates a completed course of ac- tion Icon DescriptionPreface 10 devolo Magic 2 WiFi next

1.2.5UKCA conformity

A printout of the simplified UKCA declara- tion of this product is separately included. The complete UKCA declaration can be found at www.devolo.global/support/UKCA

For detailed information on our products, visit www.devolo.global. There you will find product descriptions and docu- mentation, and also updates of devolo software and your device's firmware. If you have any further ideas or suggestions related to our products, please don't hesitate to contact us at support@devolo.global !11 Introduction devolo Magic 2 WiFi next 2 Introduction

Home is where devolo Magic is – in no time at all, devolo Magic transforms your house or flat into a multimedia home of the future with noticeably higher speed, more stability and greater range, providing the perfect Internet experience as a result! Be inspired by products that are astonishingly easy to install, with impressive, innovative technology and unbeatable performance. Be ready for the technology of the future today devolo Magic embodies the new generation of the tried-and-tested Powerline technology (PLC) ba- sed on the cutting-edge G.hn architecture. G.hn was developed by the International Telecommuni- cation Union (ITU) with ongoing development pro- vided primarily by the HomeGrid Forum industry association. devolo Magic products are certified according to HomeGrid standards and are compa- tible with other HomeGrid-certified products. Fig. 1 devolo Magic throughout the homeIntroduction 12 devolo Magic 2 WiFi next Like the HomePlug AV technology used in establis- hed devolo dLAN devices, devolo Magic uses the household mains supply for data transmission and secures ideal performance and stability in locations where network cables are not viable or desired and/or the Wi-Fi frequently falls short due to cei- lings and walls. To set up a devolo Magic network, you need at least two devolo Magic devices. For tech- nical reasons, devices from the devolo Magic series are not compatible with dLAN devices.

2.2 Introduction to the

devolo Magic adapter Unpack– plug in – get started and be prepared for the new generation of the tried-and-tested Powerline technology and innovative mesh Wi-Fi with swiftness and stability: Powerline b At speeds up to 2400 Mbps b Over distances up to 500 metres b Security – with 128-bit AES Powerline encryp- tion Mesh Wi-Fi b At speeds up to 1200 Mbps b Four antennas cover the 2.4 and 5 GHz Wi-Fi frequencies at the same time and use the full extent of the entire 5 GHz frequency band (Dynamic Frequency Selection, DFS). b Multi-user MIMO technology – The devolo Magic 2 WiFi next supplies your smart- phone, tablet and other devices with data streams simultaneously – at the speed you require and at an efficient transfer rate. b Airtime Fairness – Quicker Wi-Fi devices take priority in the network. b Band steering – Use of the optimum frequency band (2.4 and 5 GHz frequency band) b Roaming – Quickly and seamlessly connect to the strongest Wi-Fi access point b Security – with WPA2/WPA3 for wireless ac ("IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac" Wi-Fi high-speed standards) b Convenient additional functions such as parental controls, guest Wi-Fi, time control and Config Sync are integrated in the devolo Magic 2 WiFi.13 Introduction devolo Magic 2 WiFi next b Efficiency – The integrated PowerSave mode reduces energy consumption automatically at low data traffic. b The 2 gigabit network connectors on the devolo Magic 2 WiFi next let you connect stationary network devices—such as a game console, TV or media receiver—to your Internet access point over the Powerline network (e.g. Internet router). b Its integrated electrical socket can be used like a normal wall socket to supply power to an additional network device or a power strip. The devolo Magic 2 WiFi next features b An integrated electrical socket, b A PLC button with LED status display, b A Wi-Fi button with LED status display, b Four internal Wi-Fi antennas, b Two gigabit network connectors b A reset button (next to the network connec- tors). The LED status displays can be disabled. You can find more information about this in

2.3 Pairing – Establishing a PLC

connection devolo Magic adapters that are in the factory de- fault condition, i.e. have been recently purchased or successfully reset (see Chapter 3.6 Removing the devolo Magic adapter from a PLC network), automatically start to attempt to pair (establish a PLC connection) with anotherdevolo Magic adap- ter when reconnected to the mains supply. Fig. 3 Network connectionsIntroduction 14 devolo Magic 2 WiFi next Starting up a new devolo Magic PLC network After plugging the devolo Magic adapters into available power sockets, a new devolo Magic net- work is established automatically within 3 minutes. Expanding an existing devolo Magic PLC net- work by adding another devolo Magic adapter In order to use a new devolo Magic 2 WiFi in your devolo Magic- network, first you have to connect it to your existing devolo Magic adapters devices as a network. This is accomplished by using a shared PLC password, which can be assigned in various ways: b Using devolo Cockpit or the devolo Home Network App (see Chapter 3.5 Installation of devolo software) b Using the web interface (see Chapter 4.5 Powerline) b Using the PLC button as described below. 1 To do so, plug the new devolo Magic adapter into an available power socket and, for appro- ximately 1 second, press the PLC button on a devolo Magic adapter in your existing devolo Magic network. 2 The new devolo Magic adapter pairs automati- cally so no button needs to be pressed. The LED of this adapter now also flashes white. After a short time, the flashing LED beco- mes a steady white light. The devolo Magic adapter has been successfully integrated into your existing devolo Magic network. For each pairing operation, only one addi- tional devolo Magic adapter can be added at a time. You can find detailed information about in- stalling devolo Magic adapters in Chapter

The integrated PLC indicator light (LED) shows the status for the devolo Magic 2 WiFi by illuminating and/or flashing: LED Flashing be- haviour Meaning LED status display (web interface*) 1 Red LED Lights up for up to 2 sec. Start-up process Cannot be disabled 2 Red LED Flashes at in- tervals of 0.5 sec. (on/off) Status 1: The reset of the devolo Magic adapter was successful. The PLC/reset button has been pressed and held for 10 seconds. Status 2: The devolo Magic adapter (once again) has the factory default settings. Since the last reset, no pairing with another devolo Magic adapter has taken place. Connect the adapter with another devolo Magic adapter to create a full- fledged devolo Magic network as described in Chapter 2.3 Pairing – Establishing a PLC connection. Cannot be disabledIntroduction 16 devolo Magic 2 WiFi next 3 Red LED Lights up stea-

Status 1: The other network nodes are in standby mode and cannot currently be accessed over the mains supply. The PLC LEDs of the other devolo Magic adapters flash white only for a short time. Status 2: The connection to the other network nodes has been interrupted. There may be electro- magnetic or radio frequency interference on the power line. In this case, put the devolo Magic adapters closer to each other or try to shut off the source of interference. Can be disabled 4Red and white LED Flashes at in- tervals of 0.1 sec. red/2 sec. white Data transmission rate not in optimum range ** Can be disabled LED Flashing be- haviour Meaning LED status display (web interface*)17 Introduction devolo Magic 2 WiFi next 5White LED Status 1: Flashes at intervals of

(on/off) Status 2: Flashes at in- tervals of 1 sec. (on/off) Status 1: This devolo Magic adapter is in pairing mode and the system is searching for new devolo Magic adapters. Status 2: Someone has triggered the "Identify device" function on the web interface or in the devolo Home Network App. This function identifies the devolo Magic adapter being sought. Cannot be disabled 6White LED Lights up stea-

The devolo Magic connection does not have any issues and the devolo Magic adapter is ready to operate. Can be disabled 7White LED Flashes at in- tervals of

5sec. off The devolo Magic adapter is in standby mo- de.*** Can be disabled 8Red and white LED Flashes at in- tervals of

• Information about the web interface can be found in Chapter 4 Network configuration. ** Information on improving the transmission rate can be found in Chapter 5.1 Bandwidth optimi- zation. ***A devolo Magic adapter switches to standby mode after approximately 10 minutes if no active network device (e.g. computer) is connected to the network interface and the Wi-Fi is switched off. In this mode, the devolo Magic adapter cannot be accessed over the electrical wiring. As soon as the network device (e.g. computer) connected to the network interface is switched on again, your devolo Magic adapter can also be accessed over the electrical wiring again. Check whether the adapter is connected to the mains supply correctly and whether the pairing operation has been carried out suc- cessfully. For more information about this, refer to 3.4 Connecting the devolo Magic 2 WiFi next.

This button controls the following functions: Wi-Fi on/off In the factory default settings, the Wi-Fi setting is already enabled and the Wi-Fi encryption is set to WPA2. The default Wi-Fi key for the initial installation of the devolo Magic 2 WiFi next is the device's Wi-Fi key. You can find the device's unique key on the label on the rear side of the housing. Before the networ- king procedure, write down the WiFi key of the devolo Magic 2 WiFi next. In order to connect the devolo Magic 2 WiFi next with your laptop, tablet or smartphone later via WiFi, enter the noted WiFi key as the network se- curity key. b In order to switch Wi-Fi off, press and hold the Wi-Fi button longer than 3 seconds. b In order to switch Wi-Fi back on, briefly tap the Wi-Fi button. Fig. 4: WiFi key on the country-specific type plate19 Introduction devolo Magic 2 WiFi next Connecting Wi-Fi devices via WPS b If the device is still on factory defaults, tap the Wi-Fi button in order to activate WPS. b If the Wi-Fi connection was switched off and you would like to activate WPS, press the Wi- Fi button twice; once to switch Wi-Fi on, and again to activate WPS. b If the Wi-Fi connection is switched on and you want to copy these settings to another devolo Magic adapter, continue reading with the Chapter 4.7.5 Config Sync. WPS is one of the encryption standards de- veloped by the Wi-Fi Alliance. The objective of WPS is to make it easier to add devices to an existing network. For more detailed in- formation, refer to Chapter 4.4.7 Wi-Fi Pro- tected Setup (WPS).

2.3.3Reading the Wi-Fi indicator light

The integrated Wi-Fi indicator light (LED) shows the status of the devolo Magic 2 WiFi by illumina- ting and/or flashing Wi-Fi-LED Flashing behavior Meaning LED status display (web interface*) 1 White LED Flashes at intervals of 0,1 sec. on / 5sec. off The devolo Magic adapter is in WPS mode to integrate Wi-Fi- enabled devices via WPS. Cannot be disabled 2 White LED Lights up steady Wi-Fi is switched on and active. Can be disabledIntroduction 20 devolo Magic 2 WiFi next

• Information about the web interface can be found in Chapter 4 Network configuration. 3 White LED Off Status 1: The Wi-Fi LED is switched off and the devolo magic adapter is still ready for use. Status 2: The Wi-Fi function ist disabled. Can be disabled Wi-Fi-LED Flashing behavior Meaning LED status display (web interface*)21 Introduction devolo Magic 2 WiFi next

The reset button (next to the network jacks) has two different functions: Restart The device restarts if you press the Reset button for less than 10 seconds. Factory default settings 1 To remove a devolo Magic adapter from your devolo Magic network and successfully restore its entire configuration to the factory defaults, press and hold the reset button longer than 10 seconds. Keep in mind that all settings that have already been made will be lost! 2 Wait until the LED flashes white and then dis- connect the devolo Magic adapter from the mains supply. The devolo Magic adapter has been successfully removed from your existing devolo Magic network.

You can use the network jacks on the devolo Magic adapter to connect it to stationary devices such as computers, game consoles, etc. using a standard network cable.

The internal Wi-Fi antennas are for connecting to other network devices wirelessly.

2.3.7Integrated electrical socket

Always use the integrated electrical socket on the devolo Magic adapter when connecting other consumers to the mains supply. In particular, electronic devices with mains adapter can negatively affect PLC performance. The integrated mains filter in the devolo Magic adapter filters any such external interference and reduces any impairment of PLC performance.Initial use 22 devolo Magic 2 WiFi next 3Initial use This chapter tells you everything you need to know to set up and use your devolo Magic 2 WiFi next. We describe how to connect the device and briefly describe the devolo software that comes with it. For more information, please visit our website www.devolo.global

Please ensure that the delivery is complete before beginning with the installation of your devolo Magic 2 WiFi next: b Single Kit: a 1 devolo Magic 2WiFi next a Printed installation guide a Printed flyer “Safety & service“ a Printed simplified UKCA/CE declaration a Online manual

b Starter Kit: a 1 devolo Magic 2 WiFi next a 1 devolo Magic 2 LAN a 1 network cable a Printed installation guide a Printed flyer “Safety & service“ a Printed simplified UKCA/CE declaration a Online manual

b Multiroom Kit: a 2 devolo Magic2 WiFi next a 1 devolo Magic 2LAN a 1 network cable a Printed installation guide a Printed flyer “Safety & service“ a Printed simplified UKCA/CE declaration a Online manual devolo AG reserves the right to change the package contents without prior notice.

3.2 System requirements

b Operating systems supported by devolo Cockpit: a from Windows 7 (32-bit/64-bit), a from Ubuntu 13.10 (32-bit/64-bit), a from Mac (OS X 10.9) b Gigabit network connection b Network connection23 Initial use devolo Magic 2 WiFi next Please note that your computer or other de- vice must have a network card or network adapter with a network interface. To set up a devolo network, you need at least two devolo adapters.

Use the devolo devices, the devolo software and the provided accessories as described to prevent damage and injury. It is essential to have read and understood all safe- ty and operating instructions before the device is used for the first time. In this context, please read the chapter 1.2 Safety as well as the supplied flyer „Safety & service“. The flyer is also available in the download area of the respective product page on the Internet at www.devolo.global

CAUTION! Damage to the device caused by ambient conditions Only use device indoors in dry conditions DANGER! Electrical shock by electricity Device must be plugged into a power soc- ket with a connected earth wire (PE) CAUTION! Damage to the device caused by unpermitted voltage rangeg Only operate devices on mains power sup- ply as described on the rating plate. Technical data For the permitted voltage range for opera- ting the device and the power consumpti- on, refer to the type plate on the rear of the device. For further technical data of this product, please refer to the data sheet in the down- load area of the respective product page on the Internet at www.devolo.global

devolo Magic 2 WiFi next In the following sections we describe how to connect the devolo Magic 2 WiFi next and integrate it into a network. We clarify the exact procedu-res based on potential network scenarios.Initial use 24 devolo Magic 2 WiFi next

3.4.1Starter Kit – Automatic set-up for a

new devolo Magic PLC network 1 Connect one devolo Magic 2 LAN to your Inter- net access device's network connection (e.g. your Internet router). CAUTION! Tripping hazard Lay the cable in a barrier-free manner and ensure that the electrical socket and the connected network devices are easily ac- cessible 2 Plug both devolo Magic adapters into available power sockets within 3 minutes. As soon as the LEDs on both adapters flash white at regular intervals of 0.5 sec., they are ready to operate and automatically start the process of establis- hing an encrypted connection to each other (see Chapter 2.3.1 Reading the PLC indicator light). If the LEDs on both devolo Magic adapters light up in white, then your devolo Magic network has been set up according to your individual specifications and is protected from unauthorised access.

3.4.2Addition – Expanding an existing

PLC network by adding another devolo Magic 2 WiFi next 1 Plug the devolo Magic 2 WiFi next into an available power socket. As soon as the LED flashes white at regular intervals of

0.5 seconds, the adapter is ready to operate

but not yet integrated into a devolo Magic network (see Chapter 2.3.1 Reading the PLC indicator light). Pairing – Establishing a PLC connection Before you can use the new devolo Magic 2 WiFi next in your devolo Magic network, first you have to connect it to your existing devolo Magic ad- apters as a network. This is accomplished by using a shared password: 2 Within 3 minutes, press the PLC button on a devolo Magic adapter in your existing devolo Magic network for approximately 1 sec. The new devolo Magic adapter pairs auto- matically so no button needs to be pressed. The LED of this adapter now also flashes white.25 Initial use devolo Magic 2 WiFi next If the LEDs light up white on both devolo Magic adapters, the new adapter has been successfully integrated into your existing devolo Magic network. For each pairing operation, only one addi- tional adapter can be added at a time.

3.4.3Changing the network password

A network password can also be changed in the following ways: b Using the web interface of the devolo Magic adapter (see Chapter 4.5 Powerline)

b Using devolo Cockpit or the devolo Home Network App. For more infor- mation, refer to the chapter. 3.5 Installation of devolo software

3.4.4Establish a Wi-Fi connection with

the devolo Magic 2 WiFi next Establish the Wi-Fi connection with your laptop, tablet or smartphone by entering the previously noted WiFi key as the network security key (see chapter Wi-Fi on/off) Integrate the Wi-Fi adapter into an existing Wi- Fi network To ensure that the devolo Magic 2 WiFi next has the same Wi-Fi configuration as your Wi-Fi router, you can apply the Wi-Fi access data at the touch of a button using the WiFi Clone function. This can be enabled in different ways: Activating WiFi Clone: b Activating WiFi Clone by pressing a button: Briefly press the PLC button on your devolo Magic WiFi adapter. After the button is pres- sed, the LED flashes white. Press the WPS but- ton on your router within 2 minutes. Please consult your router‘s instruction for use to find out how long to press the button for.

b Activating WiFi Clone from the web interface. More information about this function can be found in Chapter WiFi Clone.Initial use 26 devolo Magic 2 WiFi next

3.5 Installation of devolo soft-

ware Installing devolo Cockpit software devolo Cockpit finds all accessible devolo Magic adapters in your devolo Magic network, displays information about these devices and encrypts your devolo Magic network individually. You can use the software to navigate to the integrated web in- terface. Operating systems supported by devolo Cockpit (Version 5.0 or later): b from Windows 7 (32-bit/64-bit) or later, b from Ubuntu 13.10 (32-bit/64-bit), b from Mac (OS X 10.9) You can find the product manual, software and additional information on devolo Cockpit online at www.devolo.global/devolo-cockpit

Downloading the devolo Home Network App The devolo Home Network App is devolo's free app also for checking and configuring WiFi, PLC and LAN connections for the devolo Magic adapter (using a smartphone or tablet). The smartphone or tablet connects to the devolo Magic adapter at home over Wi-Fi. 1 Download the devolo Home Network App to your smartphone or tablet computer from the corresponding store. 2 The devolo Home Network App is placed in your smartphone's or tablet's app list as usual. Tapping on the devolo Home Network App icon brings you to the start menu. You can find more information about the devolo Home Network App online at www.devolo.global/home-network-app .27 Initial use devolo Magic 2 WiFi next

3.6 Removing the devolo Magic

adapter from a PLC network To remove a devolo Magic adapter from your net- work and successfully restore its entire configurati- on to the factory default settings, 1 press the reset button longer than 10 seconds. 2 Wait until the LED flashes white and then dis- connect the adapter from the mains supply. Keep in mind that all settings that have already been made will be lost! To integrate the mains supply into another net- work, proceed as described in Chapter 3.4.2 Addi- tion – Expanding an existing PLC network by adding another devolo Magic 2 WiFi next.Network configuration 28 devolo Magic 2 WiFinext 4 Network configuration The devolo Magic adapter has a built-in web inter- face that can be called up using a standard web browser. All settings for operating the device can be modified here.

4.1 Calling up the built-in web

interface You can access the built-in online web interface for the devolo Magic adapter in different ways: b Using the devolo Home Network App on your smartphone or tablet, you can access the device's web interface by tapping on the corre- sponding adapter symbol.

b Using the Cockpit software, you can get to the device's web interface by clicking on the corre- sponding tab for the devolo Magic adapter. Then the program determines the current IP address and starts the configuration in the web browser. By default, the web interface will open di- rectly. However, if an access password has been set via the option System Manage- ment, you have to enter that password first. Read more about this under 4.7 System. You can find more information on devolo Home Network App and Cockpit software in Chapter 3.5 Installation of de- volo software.

4.2 General information about

the menu All menu functions are described in the correspon- ding interface as well as in the associated chapter in the manual. The sequence of the description in the manual follows the structure of the menu. The figures for the device interface serve as examples. Logging in The web interface is not password protected. As- signing a login password is mandatory when log- ging in for the first time to prevent unauthorised access by third parties.29 Network configuration devolo Magic 2 WiFi next Enter your existing password each time you login again and confirm by pressing Log in. Logging out Log out of the web interface by clicking Log out. Language selection Select the desired language in the language selection list. The central areas of the web interface and their sub-categories are listed on the left edge. Click the entry for an area to move directly into it. Making changes Once you make a change, two icons are shown on the corresponding menu page: b Disk icon: Your settings are being saved. b X icon: The operation is being cancelled. Your settings are not being saved. Required fields Fields with a red border are required fields. This means entries must be made in these fields to con- tinue with the configuration.Network configuration 30 devolo Magic 2 WiFinext Help text blank fields Fields that have not been filled in yet contain grey- ed out help text, which indicates the required con- tent for the field. This help text disappears immediately once content has been entered. Default settings Some fields contain default settings which ensure the greatest amount of compatibility and ease of use. Default settings are identified with an * in drop-down menus. Default settings can of course be replaced with cu- stomised information. Recommended settings Some fields include recommended settings. Recommended settings can of course be replaced with customised information. Tables You can make changes within a table by clicking the corresponding table row in Time Control and Parental Control. In edit mode, the corresponding table rows have a blue background. In edit mode, the corresponding table rows have a blue background. Invalid entries Entry errors are either highlighted by a red border or error messages are shown. Buttons Click the Disk icon to save the settings for the respective web interface area. Click the X icon or use the Menu path above the buttons to exit the respective web interface area. Click the Recycle bin icon to delete an entry. Click the Arrow icon to refresh a list.31 Network configuration devolo Magic 2 WiFi next

The Overview area shows the status of the devolo Magic adapter and the connected LAN, PLC and Wi-Fi devices.

Name: Device name Serial number: Device serial number Firmware version: Firmware version of the device

Current channel: used frequency channel in the 2.4-GHz frequency range Enabled SSID: name of the enabled Wi-Fi network Connected Wi-Fi clients: number of devices connected to the network. 5 GHz Current channel: used frequency channel in the 5- GHz frequency range Enabled SSIDs: Name of the enabled Wi-Fi networks Connected Wi-Fi clients: number of devices connected to the network.

Local device Network: status information “connected“ or “not connected“Network configuration 32 devolo Magic 2 WiFinext Network Connected clients: number of devices connected to the Powerline network

IPv4 Protocol: Display indicating whether DHCP is swit- ched on or switched off Address: IPv4 address in use Subnet mask: IPv4 network mask in use Default gateway: IPv4 gateway in use Name server: DNSv4 server in use IPv6 Protocol: Display indicating whether DHCPv6 is switched on or switched off Address: IPv64 address in use Subnet mask: IPv6 network mask in use

Make all changes to your wireless network in the Wi-Fi area.

You can see the current status of your Wi-Fi net- work configuration here, e.g. the connected Wi-Fi stations, the MAC address, the selected frequency band, the SSID, the transfer rates and the connecti- on duration.33 Network configuration devolo Magic 2 WiFi next

You can make all necessary changes to your Wi-Fi network here. Wi-Fi network mode The devolo Magic adapter supports both the parallel operation of the Wi-Fi frequency bands and their separate use. The Wi-Fi network mode field lets you define your preferred setting by clicking the respective field: b 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz – Both frequency bands are used b 2.4 GHz – Only the 2.4 GHz frequency band is used b 5 GHz – Only the 5 GHz frequency band is used b Off – If desired, you can completely switch off the Wi-Fi section of your devolo Magic adapter here. Keep in mind that after saving this setting, you will be disconnected from any existing wireless connection to the devolo Magic adapter. In this case, configure the device over Ethernet. Network name The network name (SSID) determines the name of your wireless network. You can see this name when logging onto the Wi-Fi, allowing you to identify the correct Wi-Fi network.Network configuration 34 devolo Magic 2 WiFinext Channels There are 13 channels available in the 2.4 GHz frequency band. The channels recommended for Europe are channels 1, 6 and 11. This ensures the frequency bands of the channels do not overlap and any connection problems are avoided. There are 19 channels available in the 5 GHz frequency band. The channel selection default setting is Automatic. The devolo Magic adapter regularly and automatically executes the channel selection in this setting. In other words, if the last connected station logs out, a search for a suitable channel is carried out immediately. If no stations are connected, the device automatically selects a channel every 15 minutes. It is worth noting that connected devices also have to support the increased frequency band of 5 GHz. From channel 52 onward you go into the radar range. When accessing the device for the first time, a radar detection phase (DFS) starts automatically, during which time the devolo Magic adapter cannot be accessed via Wi-Fi. This can take up to 10 minutes. In the Channel field, you can manually select a 2.4 GHz and a 5 GHz channel. If you are not sure which wireless channels are used by nearby devices, select the Automatic option. Hide SSID: The SSID specifies the name of your wireless net- work. You can see this name when logging onto the Wi-Fi, allowing you to identify the correct sub- net. If the Hide SSID option is disabled, your network name is visible. If this option is disabled, potential network users must know the exact SSID and enter it manually to be able to set up a connection. Some Wi-Fi stations have difficulty connec- ting to hidden wireless networks. If the connection to a hidden SSID poses pro- blems, first try to set up the connection with a visible SSID and only then try to hide it. Security The WPA/WPA2/WPA3 Personal (Wi-Fi Protected Access) security standard is available for securing data transmission in your wireless network. This method allows for individualised keys consisting of letters and numbers and the depicted special characters with a length of up35 Network configuration devolo Magic 2 WiFi next to 63 characters. You can simply enter them into the Key field via the keyboard. When the WPA3 encryption standard is enabled, the WPS function is not available for technical reasons. You can find more information in Chapter

If you have friends or acquaintances visiting and you want to provide them with Internet access but without giving away the password for your Wi-Fi, you can set up a separate guest account in addition to the main Internet connection. The guest ac- count can have its own network name, time limit and Wi-Fi password. This way your visitors can browse the Internet without having access to your local network. To set up a guest account, activate the Enable option. The guest account has an Automatic shutoff fea- ture. This feature automatically disables the guest network once the selected time period ends.Network configuration 36 devolo Magic 2 WiFinext You can use the Enable option to activate the shut-off feature. You can also enable or disable the guest ac- count in the devolo Home Network App using the Guest account button. Frequency band In the Frequency band field, you select the fre- quency band mode you are using (see Chapter Wi- Fi network mode). Network name Define the name of the guest network in the Net- work name field. Key You should also encrypt the guest account to pre- vent anyone in signal range from intruding into your network and, for example, sharing your Inter- net connection. The WPA/WPA2/WPA3 (Wi-Fi Protected Access) security standard is available for this. This method allows for individualised keys consi- sting of letters and numbers with a length of up to 63 characters. You can simply enter them via the keyboard. To do so, enter a corresponding number of cha- racters into the Key field. When the WPA3 encryption standard is enabled, the WPS function is not available for technical reasons. You can find more information in Chapter

4.4.7 Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS)

QR code Using the QR code, you can conveniently set up the connection to the guest network for mobile de- vices. Scanning the QR code automatically trans- fers the credentials for the guest network to the respective mobile device. The QR code is visible only if the guest network has been enabled.

Mesh All devolo Magic Wi-Fi adapters offer Mesh Wi-Fi, which entails completely new and improved Wi-Fi functions: b Multi-user MIMO technology More often than not, you use multiple end devices in your Wi-Fi network, such as a smart- phone, tablet, smart TV or a game console. This37 Network configuration devolo Magic 2 WiFi next can present a real challenge for your Wi-Fi net- work—it has to regulate the distribution of data streams from the Wi-Fi access point (e.g. router, devolo device) to the end devices. Multi-user MIMO technology makes it possible for your devolo device to supply your smart- phone, tablet and other devices with data streams simultaneously—at the speed you require and at an efficient transfer rate. Thanks to Multi-user MIMO technology, you can finally enjoy using the Internet without long wait times during online gaming, sporadic drop-outs while streaming in HD or slow downloads. b Fast roaming (IEEE 802.11r) streamlines the registration process for Wi-Fi end devices, such as smartphones or tablets, when switching to another Wi-Fi hotspot. The feature Fast roaming is not compatible with all Wi-Fi clients. If there will be connection problems with one of your devices, please deactivate these option. In factory default condition of the devolo Magic adapter Fast roaming is turned off by default. b The access-point steering feature (AP stee- ring) function enhances your Wi-Fi access point by adding intelligent network optimisa- tion. This function actively helps your end devices connect to the optimal network access point. If the Wi-Fi access point identifies ano- ther Wi-Fi access point within your own net- work that has a stronger signal and better reception, it redirects the end device to that point automatically. In particular, older smartphones, tablets and the like will remain connected to their Wi-Fi access point (e.g. router, devolo de- vice) until the signal gets interrupted. Only then will they switch to a new Wi-Fi access point with better reception. b Integrated band steering ensures that all Wi-Fi stations automatically switch to the optimum frequency band (2.4 and 5 GHz frequency band) in order to use the best Wi-Fi connection at all times. b With the new Airtime Fairness function, fast Wi-Fi devices are treated preferentially. Older devices for example, that take a long time to download something, no longer slow down the Wi-Fi network. In order to turn the mesh functions on, activate the Enable option. The mesh function of the devolo Magic adapter is switched on by default.Network configuration 38 devolo Magic 2 WiFinext WiFi Clone WiFi Clone makes it possible to simply copy the Wi-Fi configuration data of an existing Wi-Fi access point (e.g. your Wi-Fi router) to all Wi-Fi access points (Single SSID). Start the procedure with the Start Configuration option and then press the WPS button of the device with the Wi-Fi access data (SSID and Wi-Fi password) to be applied.

4.4.5Schedule control

The Schedule control area lets you define when and if your Wi-Fi is switched on and off. Enabling Wi-Fi schedule control In order to be able to use time control, activate the Enable option. Configuration You can define multiple time periods during which your wireless network is to be enabled for each weekday. Then the time control automatically switches the wireless network on or off.39 Network configuration devolo Magic 2 WiFi next Automatic disconnection If you enable the Automatic disconnection opti- on, the wireless network is not switched off until the last station has logged off. Manually switching the device on and off (using a button) always has priority over au- tomatic time control. The configured time control then takes effect automatically du- ring the next defined time period.

4.4.6Parental control

You can regulate Wi-Fi access for specific devices based on time using this function. For instance, to prevent your children from using the Internet excessively, you can define how long they may use the Wi-Fi per day. Synchronisation with an (Internet) time server is necessary to be able to use the parental control. In this case, the time server (System Management Time Server (NTP)) for the devolo Magic adapter has to be enabled and an active Internet connection is also required. The time server pool.ntp.org is enabled by default. You can find more information in

Chapter 4.7.2 Management.

If you would like to set up a time quota (usage time in hours) or a time period (active from/to), ac- tivate the Enable option. Now enter the MAC ad- dresses of the devices you want to set up parental control for. Under Type, define either a time quota (time limit) or a time period for when you want the MAC ad- dresses entered to receive Internet access. Under Select interval, select the desired time frame. Setting the time quota Under Time Quota, the time limit can be selected. Confirm your settings by clicking the Disk icon. Setting the time period Under Time Period, the desired time period can be selected. After entering the interval, enter the desired start and end times in hour and minute format.Network configuration 40 devolo Magic 2 WiFinext Confirm your settings by clicking the Disk icon. If you want to delete a time quota (time limit) or a time period from the list, click/touch the dustbin icon.

4.4.7Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS)

Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) is one of the interna- tional encryption standards developed by the Wi-Fi Alliance for easily and quickly setting up a secure wireless network. The encryption keys of the re- spective Wi-Fi devices are transmitted automatical- ly and continuously to the other Wi-Fi device(s) in the wireless network. Enabling WPS encryption In order to be able to use WPS encryption, activate the Enable option. The devolo Magic adapters offers two different va- riants for transmitting these encryption keys: WPS using WPS pushbutton 1 Start the encryption process on the devolo Magic adapter a By pressing the Wi-Fi button on the front side of the device or a By pressing the corresponding Start button on the user interface under Wi-Fi WPS Pushbutton. 2 Then either press the WPS key of the Wi-Fi device you are adding or enable the WPS41 Network configuration devolo Magic 2 WiFi next mechanism in the Wi-Fi settings of the Wi-Fi device. Now the devices exchange their encryp- tion keys and establish a secure Wi-Fi connec- tion. The Wi-Fi LED on the front panel indicates the synchronisation process by flashing. WPS via PIN To interconnect Wi-Fi devices in your wireless net- work securely using a PIN variant, go to the web in- terface and, under Wi-Fi WPS WPS PIN, enter the WPS PIN generated by your Android smart- phone or tablet and start the encryption process by pressing the corresponding Start button. Use of the WPS method implies the use of the WPA/WPA2 or WPA2 or WPA2/WPA3 encryption standard. When the WPA3 encryption standard is enabled, the WPS function is not available for technical reasons. You can find more information in Chapter

4.4.2 Wi-Fi networks.

Therefore take note of the following automatic settings: b If under Wi-Fi Wi-Fi networks, the No encryption option is selected in advance, WPA2 is set automatically. The newly genera- ted password is displayed under Wi-Fi Wi-Fi networks in the Key field. b If under Wi-Fi Wi-Fi networks, the WPA/ WPA2 option is selected in advance, this set- ting remains with the previously assigned password.

4.4.8Neighbour networks

The Neighbour networks area displays visible wi- reless networks in your surroundings.Network configuration 42 devolo Magic 2 WiFinext

Make all changes to your PLC network in the Po- werline area. In order to use a new devolo Magic adapter in your devolo Magic network, first you have to connect it to your existing devolo Magic adapters devices as a network. This is accomplished by using a shared password. This can be assigned in different ways: b Using devolo Cockpit or the devolo Home Network App (see Chapter 3.5 Installation of devolo software), b Only using the PLC button (see Chapter 2.3 Pairing – Establishing a PLC connection and

devolo Magic 2 WiFi next) b Using the web interface, in the PLC menu; as described below: Pairing – Using on-screen button 1 Click Start pairing to start the pairing opera- tion. This may take some time. 2 As soon as the new devolo Magic adapter is integrated into your existing network, it appears in a list of available and established connections. Pairing – Using custom password You can also assign your network a custom PLC password you pick yourself. Enter this password for each devolo Magic adapter in the Network password field and confirm your settings by clicking the Disk icon. Note that the custom password is not assigned to the whole PLC network automatically. In-43 Network configuration devolo Magic 2 WiFi next stead, you must assign it separately to each of your devolo Magic adapters. Powerline domain name The Powerline domain name specifies the name of your PLC network. Master selection The function can be used to improve the quality of the network. b Preferred at gateway: defines the devolo Magic adapter connected directly to the router; this option is useful if the main task of this devolo Magic adapter is to connect to the router/internet while any other devolo Magic adapter in the PLC network com- municates directly with it. Each adapter of the PLC network must be within the range of the adapter on the router. b Automatic: master mode is assigned sponta- neously depending on the current connection quality; the devolo Magic adapter with the strongest connection is selected. Unpairing – Removing an adapter from a net- work 1 To remove a devolo Magic adapter from your devolo Magic network, click Leave Powerline network. 2 Wait until the LED flashes red and then dis- connect the devolo Magic adapter from the mains supply. Compatibility mode Using as VDSL connection may negatively impact the performance of the bandwidth connection by crosstalk of the signal. In order to mitigate any potential negative effects the device provides the following options: Automatic compatibility mode If the option Automatic compatibility mode (re-Network configuration 44 devolo Magic 2 WiFinext commended) is enabled, the device can automati- cally adjust the output signal to avoid interference as much as possible. This option is configured by default. Manual compatibility mode If an interference has not been eliminated despite activating the automatic setting, please disable it and set the compatibility mode as well as the signal transmission profile manually: b MIMO a Full power a VDSL 17a (default) a VDSL 35b b SISO a Full power a VDSL 17a (default) a VDSL 35b Get in touch with your internet provider to find out which signal transmission profile is the best option for your internet connection. The MIMO operating mode and the VDSL 17a si- gnal transmission profile are configured by default. Connections The table lists all available and connected devolo Magic adapters for your network along with displaying the following details: Device ID: Device ID (number) of the respective devolo Magic adapter in the devolo Magic net- work MAC address: MAC address of the respective devolo Magic adapter Send (Mbps): Rate for sending data Receive (Mbps): Rate for receiving data45 Network configuration devolo Magic 2 WiFi next

You make changes to the network settings in the LAN area.

You can see the current LAN status of the devolo Magic adapters here. The Ethernet area shows the network devices connected to the two network connectors Port 1 and Port 2 (e.g. PC, NAS, etc.). IPv4/IPv6 Depending on how the devolo Magic adapter is connected to the Internet (IPv4 or IPv6), current network information is displayed, such as Address, Subnet mask, Standard gateway and DNS server.

4.6.2IPv4/IPv6 configuration

In the factory default settings, only the Retrieve network settings from a DHCP server option for IPv4 is enabled. This means that the IPv4 address is retrieved automatically from a DHCP server. TheNetwork configuration 46 devolo Magic 2 WiFinext currently assigned network data are visible (greyed out). If a DHCP server is already present on the network for assigning IP addresses (e.g. your Internet rou- ter), you should leave the Retrieve network set- tings from a DHCP server option enabled so that the devolo Magic adapter automatically receives an address from it. If you want to assign a static IP address, make entries accordingly for the Address, Subnet mask, Default gateway and DNS server fields. Confirm your settings by clicking the Disk icon. Then, restart the devolo Magic adapter (see Chap- ter 4.7.3 Configuration) to ensure that your chan- ges take effect. IPv6 configuration If you want automatic IP address assignment and there is already a DHCP server present on the net- work for assigning IP addresses (e.g. your Internet router), enable the Retrieve network settings from a DHCP server option to ensure that the devolo Magic adapter automatically receives an address from it. If you want to assign a static IP address, make entries accordingly for the Address, Subnet mask, Default gateway and DNS server fields. Confirm your settings by clicking the Disk icon.

In the System area, you can configure the settings for security and other devolo Magic adapter device functions.

Here you can view the most important information on the devolo Magic adapter, including the current date and time, time zone, MAC address of the47 Network configuration devolo Magic 2 WiFi next adapter, status of the Wi-Fi and Powerline LEDs and the two operating buttons.

System information lets you enter user-defined names in the Device name (hostname) and Device location fields. Both pieces of information are particularly helpful if multiple devolo Magic adapters are to be used and identified in the network. Under Change access password, a login password can be set for accessing the web interface. By default, the built-in web interface of the devolo Magic adapter is not protected by a password. We recommend assigning a password when the installation of the devolo Magic adapter is complete to protect it against tampering by third parties. To do so, enter the desired new password twice. Now the web interface is protected against unauthorised access with your cu- stom password! You can use Identify Device to identify the corresponding devolo Magic adapterby a flashing PLC LED (house symbol). This is especially helpful when using multiple devolo Magic adapters.Network configuration 48 devolo Magic 2 WiFinext In Power Management, you can enable Power- save mode and Standby mode on the devolo Magic adapter. If Powersave mode has been enabled, the devolo Magic adapter switches to PowerSave mode automatically whenever reduced data trans- mission over ethernet is detected. The latency (time for transmitting a data packet) may be negatively affected. If Standby mode is enabled, the devolo Magic adapter automatically switches to Standby mode if no ethernet connection has been enabled, i.e. if no network device (e.g. computer) is switched on and connected to the network interface and if Wi-Fi is disabled. In this mode, the devolo Magic adapter is not accessible over the Powerline network. As soon as the network device (e.g. computer) connected to the network interface is switched on again, your adapter can also be accessed over the electrical wiring again. Powersave mode is disabled in the devolo Magic adapter factory default settings. Standby mode is enabled in the devolo Magic adapter factory default condition. The LED settings let you disable the LED status dis- play of the Wi-Fi and Powerline LEDs. An error status is indicated by corresponding flas- hing behaviour regardless of this setting. For information on the LED behaviour of the devolo Magic adapter in standby mode, re- fer to Chapter 2.3.1 Reading the PLC indi- cator light/ 2.3.3 Reading the Wi-Fi indicator light. You can completely disable the operating but- tons on the devolo Magic adapter in order to pro- tect yourself against possible changes. Simply disable the Enable PLC button or Enable Wi-Fi button option. The operating buttons are enabled in the devolo Magic adapter factory default settings. Under Time zone, you can select the current time zone, e.g. Europe/Berlin. The Time server (NTP) option lets you specify a time server. A time server is a server on the Internet whose task consists of providing the exact time. Most time servers are coupled with a radio clock. Select your time zone and time server; the devolo Magic adapter auto-49 Network configuration devolo Magic 2 WiFi next matically switches between standard time and summer time.

Saving the device configuration To save the enabled configuration to your compu- ter as a file, select the corresponding button in the System Configuration Save Configuration to File area. The system starts downloading the current device configuration. Restoring the device configuration An existing configuration file can be sent to the devolo Magic adapter in the System Configura- tion area and enabled there. Select a suitable file via the Select file ... button and start the operation by clicking the Restore button. Factory Settings The devolo Magic adapter is reset to the original factory defaults in the System Configuration area with the Factory Reset option. Doing so causes you to lose your personal Wi-Fi and PLC settings. The last-assigned passwords for the devolo Magic adapter are also reset. For backup purposes, all active configuration set- tings can be transmitted to your computer, stored there as a file and reloaded into the devolo Magic adapter. This function can be useful for creating a variety of configurations that will let you quickly and easily set up the device for use in different net- work environments. Reboot device In order to reboot the devolo Magic adapter, select the Reboot button in the System Configurati- on area.

The firmware of the devolo Magic adapter inclu- des the software for operating the device. If neces- sary, devolo offers new versions on the Internet as a file download, for example to modify existing functions. Current firmware The currently installed firmware of the devolo Magic adapter is displayed here.Network configuration 50 devolo Magic 2 WiFinext Searching for and updating firmware automatically The adapter can also look for up-to-date firmware automatically. To do this, enable the Regulary check for firmware updates option. The devolo Magic adapter lets you know when a new firmware version becomes available. The option is enabled by default. The Automatically install firmware updates op- tion allows the adapter to automatically install the firmware it has found. The devolo Magic adapter automatically updates its firmware. The option is enabled by default. Download updated firmware 1 If you have downloaded an updated firm- ware file for the devolo Magic adapter to your computer, navigate to the System Firmware Update firmware area. Click Browse … and select the downloaded file. 2 Confirm the update procedure with Upload. After a successful update, the devolo Magic adapter restarts automatically. Ensure that the update procedure is not inter- rupted.51 Network configuration devolo Magic 2 WiFi next

Config Sync allows settings to be configured uni- formly for all devolo Magic devices in the network. This includes the following settings e.g.: b Wi-Fi network b Guest network b Mesh Wi-Fi b Time control and time server settings. In order to switch Config Sync on, activate the Enable option. Please note that the Wi-Fi is always swit- ched on or off for the entire network. There- fore, stop Config Sync first on a device that you want to configure or switch separately.Appendix 52 devolo Magic 2 WiFi next 5 Appendix

5.1 Bandwidth optimization

To significantly improve the transmission capacity of the network, we recommend that you comply with the following "connection rules": b Plug the devolo Magic 2 WiFi next directly into a wall socket. Avoid using power strips. This may impair the transmission of the PLC signals. b If there are several sockets in the wall directly next to each other, they behave like a power strip. Individual sockets are optimal.

5.2 Warranty conditions

If your devolo device is found to be defective du- ring initial installation or within the warranty peri- od, please contact the vendor who sold you the product. The vendor will take care of the repair or warranty claim for you. The complete warranty conditions can be found at www.devolo.global/support

Access Point Steering 37 Adapter equipment

CE declaration 9 Changing/assigning the network password 14, 25 Channels and frequencies in the 2.4-GHz band

Channels and frequencies in the 5-GHz band

Dynamic Frequency Selection

Integrated electrical socket 21 Intended use

Mesh 36 Multi-user MIMO technology 12, 36

Network connection 21

Package contents 22 Pairing (establishing a PLC connection)

Time server 48 Transmitting power in the 2.4-GHz band

Transmitting power in the 5-GHz band

Access Point Steering 11, 37 Airtime Fairness 11, 38 Antenne Wi-Fi

Dynamic Frequency Selection

Dynamic Frequency Selection

Airtime Fairness 11, 38 AP Steering

Dynamic Frequency Selection

Dynamic Frequency Selection

4.4.8Neighbour networks

Access Point Steering 15, 40 Airtime Fairness 15, 40 Antena WLAN

Dynamic Frequency Selection