If your provider says that they do not support NETGEAR services, tell them that you need
only your DSL user name and password. You do not need support.
Note
Automatic Internet Setup
You can use the NETGEAR installation assistant to set up the modem automatically, or you can use the
modem’s web pages to set up the modem manually.
The NETGEAR installation assistant runs on any device with a web browser and launches the first time that
you set up the Internet connection for your modem. For more information, see
on page 13.
After initial installation and setup, the NETGEAR Setup Wizard is always accessible to
assist you with setting up an installation with DSL service. For more information, see
the Internet Setup Wizard After Initial Setup
on page 25.
Note
Set Up the Modem for DSL Service and Access the Modem
The NETGEAR installation assistant can detect the type of ISP connection and presents pages on which
you can you enter the required information. The following procedure describes common steps that you must
follow for most ISPs, but also includes some uncommon steps that you might need to follow only for some
ISPs. Other uncommon steps such as configuring IPTV options and configuring DHCP Option 61 that are
required only for some ISPs are not included in the following procedure.
The following figure shows the cabling of your modem for DSL service:
Figure 5. Modem cabling for DSL service and a computer
If you connect the modem to a router or WiFi router instead of directly to a computer,
you can change the device mode of the modem. For more information, see
the Modem’s Routing Features and Use the Modem as a DSL Modem Only
69.
Note
Install and Access the Modem
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Broadband High-Speed DSL Modem Model DM200