Ethernet (connecting up to 4 networked computers, or to a LAN)
Connect using the provided Ethernet cable to any of the Ethernet ports (LAN1
to LAN4) of the router. Up to four computers can be connected. If you have
more than 4 computers or an existing LAN, connect one of the LAN ports of
the router to your network hub. Extra Ethernet cables are not provided.
USB (for standalone Windows 98/ME/2000/XP computers)
Connecting the Router via Ethernet is the preferred option. However if you
decide to connect via the USB port, you must install the USB drivers for this
Router. The drivers are found on the enclosed CDROM. Please refer to
Chapter
2: Installation
on the
User’s Manual
for step-by-step instructions.
Connect the ADSL Router
Connect the 12V 1A DC power adapter to the PWR jack of the Router, and
plug the adapter into a mains power outlet. Switch on the Router.
Connect the DSL port of the Router to your ADSL jackpoint (telephone wall
socket) with the enclosed phone line cord.
Never connect the ADSL Router
through a Microfilter.
Connect any of the LAN ports (LAN1 to LAN4) of the router to the Ethernet
port of your computer using the cable supplied. Up to four computers can
be connected this way. If you have more computers or wish to connect to an
existing LAN connect one of the LAN ports of the router to your network hub.
If you choose to connect via the USB port, do not use the ethernet cable.
Connect the USB port of the router to the USB port of your computer (or a
USB hub) using the USB cable provided.
After connecting the cable (LAN or USB), the corresponding light on the front
panel will turn on. If not it indicates a problem with the Ethernet or USB
connection.
Configure your computer
For a step-by-step guide refer to
Chapter 4 - Configuration
in the
User’s Manual.
The description below assumes you are connecting via an Ethernet port.
By default the DHCP server on your ADSL Router is enabled. The simplest
configuration method is to follow option 1 below.
STEP 1
OBTAIN AN IP ADDRESS FROM THE ADSL ROUTER
You do not need to specify an IP address when configuring TCP/IP properties.
If your computer stands alone and is set up to obtain an IP address automatically,
you can move on to
Section 5 – Going On-Line.
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