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- Page 1 Hybrid Technology Powerline AV2 1300 + Wi-Fi 11AC 1200 HYBRID WHOLE HOME POWERLINE WI-FI SYSTEM Covr your whole home in Seamless Wi-Fi High-Performance More Coverage One Seamless Network COVR-P2502 HYBRID WHOLE HOME POWERLINE WI-FI SYSTEM USER MANUAL...
- Page 2 Trademarks D-Link and the D-Link logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of D-Link Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States or other countries. All other company or product names mentioned herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Device ................32 COVR-P2500 Side Panel ............7 Upgrade .................33 Hardware Setup ................8 Statistics .................34 Using The D-Link Wi-Fi App ..........8 Adding Additional Extenders .........35 Manual Installation ............11 Using Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) ........36 Completing Setup ..............13 Using the Web User Interface ..........38 Web Interface Setup Wizard ...........14... -
Page 4: Product Overview
Package Contents COVR-P2500 Ethernet Cable Whole Home Powerline Wi-Fi Extender (x 2) Quick Installation Guide Wi-Fi Configuration Card Wi-Fi Configuration Note If any of the above items are missing or damaged, please contact your local reseller. D-Link COVR-P2502 User Manual... -
Page 5: System Requirements
• Firefox 28 or higher • Safari 6 or higher • Chrome 28 or higher • iOS or Android smartphone or tablet. (Please refer to the mobile D-Link Wi-Fi Requirements app's store page to check whether your device is compatible) D-Link COVR-P2502 User Manual... -
Page 6: Introduction
AC1200 Wi-Fi and uses your home’s existing electrical wiring to transfer data through a dedicated channel at high speeds. This allows the COVR-P2500 to bring the uncompromised, full potential of AC1200 Wi-Fi to any area in your home, offering true whole home coverage. With the COVR-P2502, D-Link has got you Covr’d. Features •... - Page 7 Scale up your Wi-Fi by adding another extender to get true whole-home coverage. • Easy Setup - Using the free D-Link Wi-Fi app or the intuitive web-based user interface, you can quickly set up the COVR-P2502 and configure your network with your specific settings in a matter of minutes.
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Page 8: Hardware Overview
A Powerline connection is established with optimal signal performance. Solid orange A Powerline connection is established with good signal performance. Powerline Solid red A Powerline connection is established with medium signal performance. No Powerline connection is established. D-Link COVR-P2502 User Manual... - Page 9 The 2.4 GHz wireless band is active and broadcasting. 2.4G The 2.4 GHz wireless band is turned off. Solid green The 5 GHz wireless band is active and broadcasting. The 5 GHz wireless band is turned off. D-Link COVR-P2502 User Manual...
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Page 10: Covr-P2500 Side Panel
WPS/Simple Connect Press this button to establish an instant connection to a wireless client using Wi-Fi Protected Setup Button (WPS). This button is also used to sync with additional COVR-P2500 extenders. D-Link COVR-P2502 User Manual... -
Page 11: Hardware Setup
To get the D-Link Wi-Fi app, browse the App Store or Google Play and search for D-Link Wi-Fi. You can also scan the QR code on the right, which will take you to the respective D-Link Wi-Fi app store page directly. - Page 12 Section 2 - Installation Using The D-Link Wi-Fi App (continued) 1. Open the D-Link Wi-Fi app and tap Install Your Device at the bottom. 2. Next, select COVR-P2502 from the list and tap NEXT. D-Link COVR-P2502 User Manual...
- Page 13 Section 2 - Installation Using The D-Link Wi-Fi App (continued) 3. When asked to create a new network, or add to an existing network, choose Create a new network and tap NEXT. 4. You will now be guided through a step-by-step process for setting up the COVR-P2502 hardware.
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Page 14: Manual Installation
Manual Installation If you do not wish to use the D-Link Wi-Fi app, you can also choose to manually set up the COVR-P2502 and configure your Covr Wi-Fi network using the web-based user interface. Follow the instructions below for how to set up your COVR-P2502 Hybrid Whole Home Powerline Wi-Fi System. - Page 15 The setup process can still be completed with a weaker signal, but it may take longer. The COVR-P2502 is now ready to be configured using the web-based user interface, or the free D-Link Wi-Fi mobile app. Proceed to Completing Setup on page 13 for more information on how to complete the setup process.
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Page 16: Completing Setup
There are several ways you can configure your extenders to connect to the Internet and connect to your clients: • D-Link Setup Wizard - This wizard will launch when you log into the extender's web-based user interface for the first time. -
Page 17: Web Interface Setup Wizard
Once the web user interface's home page has loaded, the Setup Wizard window will automatically pop up. The wizard is designed to guide you through a step-by-step process to configure your new D-Link Powerline extender and connect to the Internet. -
Page 18: Configuration - Covr-P2500
The bar at the top of the page has quick access to Settings and Management functions. You may quickly jump back Home at any time. Note: The system will automatically log out after a period of inactivity. D-Link COVR-P2502 User Manual... -
Page 19: Home
Refer to the following pages for a description of each section. The Home page displays whether or not the extender is connected to your router. D-Link COVR-P2502 User Manual... -
Page 20: Uplink Router
Clicking on the Uplink Router icon brings up basic information about the connection between the COVR-P2500 and your home router. Specifically, this will list the connection type to the router, the current network status, and how long the connection to the router has been active for. D-Link COVR-P2502 User Manual... -
Page 21: Covr-P2500
Click on the COVR-P2500 icon to view details about the extender and its wireless and local network settings. This includes IPv4 and IPv6 local network, Wi-Fi, and Powerline information. This overview is only informational. To configure these sections, please refer to the corresponding configuration sections in this manual. D-Link COVR-P2502 User Manual... -
Page 22: Connected Clients
The schedule may be set to Always Off, or you can create your own schedules in the Schedule section. Refer to Schedule on page 28 for more information. Click Save when you are done. D-Link COVR-P2502 User Manual... -
Page 23: Extenders
The schedule may be set to Always Off, or you can create your own schedules in the Schedule section. Refer to Schedule on page 28 for more information. Click Save when you are done. D-Link COVR-P2502 User Manual... -
Page 24: Powerline
Enter a name for the Powerline connection. Vendor: Displays the vendor of the device. MAC Address: Displays the MAC address of the device. Link Rate: Displays the current connection speed in Mbps. Click Save when you are done. D-Link COVR-P2502 User Manual... -
Page 25: Settings
Use the drop-down menu to select the time schedule that the Wi-Fi network will be enabled for. The schedule may be set to Always Enable, or you can create your own schedules in the Schedule section. Refer to Schedule on page 28 for more information. D-Link COVR-P2502 User Manual... -
Page 26: Extender (Continued)
Section 3 - Configuration Extender (continued) WPS-PBC Status WPS-PBC Status: Enable or disable WPS-PBC (Push Button Configuration) functionality. Click Save when you are done. D-Link COVR-P2502 User Manual... -
Page 27: Network
Subnet Mask: If you selected Static, enter a valid gateway IP address. Gateway Address: If you selected Static, enter a primary DNS address. Primary DNS: Secondary DNS: If you selected Static, enter a secondary DNS address. D-Link COVR-P2502 User Manual... - Page 28 Enter a subnet prefix length. This determines the network section of Length: the IPv6 address. Default Gateway: Enter a valid IPv6 gateway address. Primary DNS: Enter a primary DNS address. Secondary DNS: Enter a secondary DNS address. Click Save when you are done. D-Link COVR-P2502 User Manual...
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Page 29: Advanced
If you want to remove a priority assignment from a device and return it to the Connected Clients list, click the cross (x) in the top right of the device card. Click Save when you are done. D-Link COVR-P2502 User Manual... -
Page 30: Management
NTP server from the drop-down menu. To configure the extender's time and date manually, disable this option and use the drop-down menus that appear to input the time and date. Click Save when you are done. D-Link COVR-P2502 User Manual... -
Page 31: Schedule
To remove a time period from the schedule, click on the cross icon at the end of the highlighted section. Click Apply when you are done. D-Link COVR-P2502 User Manual... -
Page 32: System Log
If E-mail notification is Enabled: From E-mail Enter the email address your SysLog messages will be sent from. Address: To E-mail Address: Enter the email address your SysLog messages will be sent to. D-Link COVR-P2502 User Manual... - Page 33 The schedule may be set to Always, or you can create your own schedules in the Schedule section. Refer to Schedule on page 28 for more information. Click Save when you are done. D-Link COVR-P2502 User Manual...
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Page 34: System Admin
Note: If you previously changed the management link in the Network section, replace covr.local./ with the new management link. Click Save when you are done. D-Link COVR-P2502 User Manual... -
Page 35: Device
Wi-Fi network will be enabled for. The schedule may be set to Always Enable, or you can create your own schedules in the Schedule section. Refer to Schedule on page 28 for more information. Click Apply when you are done. D-Link COVR-P2502 User Manual... -
Page 36: Upgrade
If you wish to upgrade manually, first download the firmware file you wish to upgrade to. Next, click the Select File button and browse to the Firmware: firmware file you want to install. With the file selected, click Upload to begin the upgrade process. D-Link COVR-P2502 User Manual... -
Page 37: Statistics
The graph will update in real time. To clear the information on the graph, click Clear. The traffic counter will reset if the device is rebooted. D-Link COVR-P2502 User Manual... -
Page 38: Adding Additional Extenders
• Web User Interface - Add additional extenders using the COVR-P2500's web user interface. Refer to Using the Web User Interface on page 38. • D-Link Wi-Fi App - Use your Android device, iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch to add an extra Powerline extender. Refer to Using the D-Link Wi-Fi App on page 39. -
Page 39: Using Wi-Fi Protected Setup (Wps)
1. Plug the new COVR-P2500 extender into a power socket near the existing router-connected COVR-P2500 extender. 2. Once plugged in, wait for the Power, 2.4G, and 5G LEDs on the new extender to light up solid green, as shown in the image to the right. D-Link COVR-P2502 User Manual... - Page 40 This indicates the new extender has successfully synced with your existing Covr Powerline network. 5. Unplug the new extender and relocate it anywhere in your home where you want to extend coverage to. Repeat this process to add additional COVR-P2500 extenders. D-Link COVR-P2502 User Manual...
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Page 41: Using The Web User Interface
2. The Setup Wizard window will appear. Press the WPS button on the new extender within the time limit shown on the screen. Follow any additional instructions to complete the process. Repeat this process to add additional COVR-P2500 extenders. D-Link COVR-P2502 User Manual... -
Page 42: Using The D-Link Wi-Fi App
You can also add additional extenders using your mobile device. Refer to the steps below to learn how to add more COVR-P2500 extenders to your Powerline network using the D-Link Wi-Fi app. 1. Open the D-Link Wi-Fi app and tap Install Your Device at the bottom. D-Link COVR-P2502 User Manual... - Page 43 Section 4 - Adding Additional Extenders Using the D-Link Wi-Fi App (continued) 2. Next, select COVR-P2502 from the list and tap NEXT. 3. When asked to create a new network, or add to an existing network, choose Add to an existing network and tap NEXT.
- Page 44 Section 4 - Adding Additional Extenders Using the D-Link Wi-Fi App (continued) 4. You will now be guided through a step-by-step process for setting up the new COVR-P2500 extender. Simply follow the on-screen steps to complete the installation process. Repeat this process to add additional COVR-P2500 extenders.
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Page 45: Connect To A Wireless Client
Step 2 - Within 120 seconds, press the WPS button on your wireless device (or launch the software utility and start the WPS process). Step 3 - Allow up to 1 minute for your connection to be configured. Once the Power LED stops blinking, you will be connected and your wireless connection will be encrypted with WPA2. D-Link COVR-P2502 User Manual... -
Page 46: Wireless Basics
D-Link wireless products are based on industry standards to provide easy-to-use and compatible high-speed wireless connectivity within your home, business, or public access wireless networks. Strictly adhering to the IEEE standard, the D-Link wireless family of products will allow you to securely access the data you want, when, and where you want it. You will be able to enjoy the freedom that wireless networking delivers. -
Page 47: What Is Wireless
Why D-Link Wireless? D-Link is the worldwide leader and award winning designer, developer, and manufacturer of networking products. D-Link delivers the performance you need at a price you can afford. D-Link has all the products you need to build your network. - Page 48 Who uses wireless? Wireless technology as become so popular in recent years that almost everyone is using it, whether it’s for home, office, business, D-Link has a wireless solution for it. Home uses/benefits • Gives everyone at home broadband access •...
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Page 49: Tips
The wireless connection in public places is usually called “hotspots”. Using a D-Link USB adapter with your laptop, you can access the hotspot to connect to the Internet from remote locations like: airports, hotels, coffee shops, libraries, restaurants, and convention centers. -
Page 50: Technical Specifications
Power input • 100 V to 240 V/AC, 50/60 Hz Power Consumption • 12 W Temperature • Operating: 0 to 40 °C (32 to 104 °F) • Storage: -20 to 65 °C (-4 to 149 °F) D-Link COVR-P2502 User Manual... - Page 51 This product may interfere with devices such as lighting systems that have a dimmer switch or a touch-sensitive on/off feature, short wave radios, or other Powerline devices that do not follow the HomePlug AV standard. D-Link COVR-P2502 User Manual...
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Page 52: Regulatory Information
Note The country code selection is for non-USA models only and is not available to all USA models. Per FCC regulations, all WiFi product marketed in the USA must be fixed to USA operational channels only. D-Link COVR-P2502 User Manual... - Page 53 (i) les dispositifs fonctionnant dans la bande 5150-5250 MHz sont réservés uniquement pour une utilisation à l’intérieur afin de réduire les risques de brouillage préjudiciable aux systèmes de satellites mobiles utilisant les mêmes canaux; D-Link COVR-P2502 User Manual...
- Page 54 Potencia máxima de Salida Frequenza/e Potenza max. Output Frequentie(s) Max. Output Power 5.15 – 5.25 GHz 200 mW 5.25 – 5.35 GHz 200 mW 5.47 – 5.725 GHz 2.4 G 2.4 – 2.4835 GHz 100 mW D-Link COVR-P2502 User Manual...
- Page 55 υλικολογισμικό του προϊόντος είναι διαθέσιμα για λήψη από τη σελίδα του προϊόντος στην τοποθεσία www.dlink. com. Par les présentes, D-Link Corporation déclare que ce produit, ces accessoires et ce logiciel sont conformes aux Français [French] directives 2014/53/UE.Le texte complet de la déclaration de conformité de l'UE et le icroprogramme du produit sont disponibles au téléchargement sur la page des produits à...
- Page 56 2014/53/EU. Pełen tekst deklaracji zgodności UE oraz oprogramowanie sprzętowe do produktu można pobrać na stronie produktu w witrynie www.dlink.com. Desta forma, a D-Link Corporation declara que este produto, os acessórios e o software estão em conformidade Português [Portuguese] com a diretiva 2014/53/UE. O texto completo da declaração de conformidade da UE e do firmware...
- Page 57 Appendix C - Safety Statements Hér með lýsir D-Link Corporation því yfir að þessi vara, fylgihlutir og hugbúnaður eru í samræmi við tilskipun Íslenska [Icelandic] 2014/53/EB. Sækja má ESB-samræmisyfirlýsinguna í heild sinni og fastbúnað vörunnar af vefsíðu vörunnar á www.
- Page 58 Access Points unterstützen die Funktionen DFS (Dynamic Frequency Selection) und TPC (Transmit Power Control) wie erforderlich bei Betrieb auf 5 GHz innerhalb der EU. • Bitte schlagen Sie im Handbuch oder Datenblatt nach nach, ob Ihr Gerät eine 2,4 GHz und / oder 5 GHz Verbindung nutzt. D-Link COVR-P2502 User Manual...
- Page 59 5 Ghz dentro de la UE. • Por favor compruebe el manual o la ficha de producto para comprobar si el producto utiliza las bandas inalámbricas de 2.4 GHz y/o la de 5 GHz. D-Link COVR-P2502 User Manual...
- Page 60 Toegangspunten ondersteunen DFS (Dynamic Frequency Selection) en TPC (Transmit Power Control) functionaliteit zoals vereist bij gebruik in 5 GHz binnen de EU. • Raadpleeg de handleiding of de datasheet om te controleren of uw product gebruik maakt van 2.4 GHz en/of 5 GHz. D-Link COVR-P2502 User Manual...
- Page 61 • Halten Sie das Produkt von Heizkörpern und anderen Quellen fern, die Wärme erzeugen. • Trennen Sie das Produkt immer von der Stromzufuhr, bevor Sie es reinigen und verwenden Sie dazu ausschließlich ein trockenes fusselfreies Tuch. D-Link COVR-P2502 User Manual...
- Page 62 • Mantenga el producto alejado de los radiadores y de otras fuentes de calor. • Desenchufe siempre el producto de la alimentación de red antes de limpiarlo y utilice solo un paño seco sin pelusa. D-Link COVR-P2502 User Manual...
- Page 63 • Houd het product uit de buurt van radiators en andere warmtebronnen. • U dient het product steeds los te koppelen van de stroom voordat u het reinigt en gebruik uitsluitend een droge pluisvrije doek. D-Link COVR-P2502 User Manual...
- Page 64 D-Link designs and builds its products to be as environmentally friendly as possible, by using recyclable, low toxic materials in both products and packaging. D-Link recommends that you always switch off or unplug your D-Link products when they are not in use. By doing so you will help to save energy and reduce CO2 emissions.
- Page 65 D-Link et l’environnement Chez D-Link, nous sommes conscients de l'impact de nos opérations et produits sur l'environnement et nous engageons à le réduire. Pour limiter cet impact, D-Link conçoit et fabrique ses produits de manière aussi écologique que possible, en utilisant des matériaux recyclables et faiblement toxiques, tant dans ses produits que ses emballages.
- Page 66 D-Link zijn producten zo milieuvriendelijk mogelijk, door het gebruik van recycleerbare producten met lage toxiciteit in product en verpakking. D-Link raadt aan om steeds uw D-Link producten uit te schakelen of uit de stekker te halen wanneer u ze niet gebruikt. Door dit te doen bespaart u energie en beperkt u de CO2-emissies.
- Page 67 D-Link a životní prostředí Ve společnosti D-Link jsme si vědomi vlivu našich provozů a výrobků na životní prostředí a snažíme se o minimalizaci těchto vlivů. Proto své výrobky navrhujeme a vyrábíme tak, aby byly co nejekologičtější, a ve výrobcích i obalech používáme recyklovatelné a nízkotoxické materiály.
- Page 68 D-Link produkter som er så miljøvennlig som mulig, ved å bruke resirkulerbare, lav-toksiske materialer både i produktene og forpakningen. D-Link anbefaler at du alltid slår av eller frakobler D-Link-produkter når de ikke er i bruk. Ved å gjøre dette hjelper du å spare energi og å redusere CO2-utslipp.
- Page 69 D-Link sine produkter, så de er så miljøvenlige som muligt, ved at bruge genanvendelige materialer med lavt giftighedsniveau i både produkter og emballage. D-Link anbefaler, at du altid slukker eller frakobler dine D-Link-produkter, når de ikke er i brug. Ved at gøre det bidrager du til at spare energi og reducere CO2-udledningerne.
- Page 70 D-Link och miljön På D-Link förstår vi och är fast beslutna att minska den påverkan våra verksamheter och produkter kan ha på miljön. För att minska denna påverkan utformar och bygger D-Link sina produkter för att de ska vara så miljövänliga som möjligt, genom att använda återvinningsbara material med låg gifthalt i både produkter och förpackningar.