Section 2 – Installation
D-Link DSL-2542B User Manual
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Information you will need about your LAN or computer
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Ethernet NIC
If your computer has an Ethernet NIC, you can connect the DSL-2542B to this Ethernet port using an Ethernet cable. You can also use the Ethernet
ports on the DSL-2542B to connect to other computer or Ethernet devices.
DHCP Client status
Your DSL-2542B ADSL Router is configured, by default, to be a DHCP server. This means that it can assign an IP address, subnet mask, and a
default gateway address to computers on your LAN. The default range of IP addresses the DSL-2542B will assign are from 192.168.1.2 to
192.168.1.254. Your computer (or computers) needs to be configured to obtain an IP address automatically (that is, they need to be configured as
DHCP clients.)
It is recommended that your collect and record this information here, or in some other secure place, in case you have to re-configure your ADSL
connection in the future.
Once you have the above information, you are ready to setup and configure your DSL-2542B ADSL Router.
Device Installation
The DSL-2542B connects two separate physical interfaces, an ADSL (WAN) and an Ethernet (LAN) interface. Place the Router in a location where
it can be connected to the various devices as well as to a power source. The Router should not be located where it will be exposed to moisture or
excessive heat. Make sure the cables and power cord are placed safely out of the way so they do not create a tripping hazard. As with any electrical
appliance, observe common sense safety procedures.
The Router can be placed on a shelf or desktop, ideally you should be able to see the LED indicators on the front if you need to view them for
troubleshooting.
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