Contents
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Contents
About This Guide
Chapter 1
Introduction
About the Modem ...........................................................................................................1-1
Key Features ..................................................................................................................1-1
Auto Uplink
TM
and Autosensing 10/100 Ethernet .....................................................1-2
Modem or Router Device Mode ...............................................................................1-2
Modem Device Mode .........................................................................................1-2
Router Device Mode ..........................................................................................1-3
Easy Installation and Management ..........................................................................1-3
Maintenance and Support ........................................................................................1-3
Chapter 2
Setting Up the Hardware
Package Contents ..........................................................................................................2-1
The Modem’s Front Panel ..............................................................................................2-3
The Modem’s Rear Panel ...............................................................................................2-4
Local Network Hardware Requirements .........................................................................2-4
PC Requirements .....................................................................................................2-4
Access Requirement ................................................................................................2-5
Connecting the Modem ..................................................................................................2-5
Connecting to Your ADSL Service and Telephone Provider ....................................2-5
ADSL Through a Modular RJ-11 Wall Jack. ......................................................2-6
ADSL Through Other Wall Jacks .......................................................................2-6
Connecting the Power Adapter ................................................................................2-7
Verifying Power ........................................................................................................2-7
Connecting to Your Computer ........................................................................................2-8
Ethernet ....................................................................................................................2-8
USB ..........................................................................................................................2-8
Ready to Configure Your Modem .................................................................................2-10
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