Cisco Systems SOHO 71 manual Connecting to the Internet, Connecting a Broadband Modem

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Chapter 2 Installation

Installing Your Router

Connecting to the Internet

You can use an installed broadband modem or Ethernet switch to connect to the Internet.

Connecting a Broadband Modem

To connect to an installed DSL, cable, or long-reach Ethernet modem, follow the steps in Figure 2-3. (Figure 2-3shows a Cisco 806 router, but the process is the same for a SOHO 71 router.)

Figure 2-3 Connecting to a Broadband Modem

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Follow the instructions provided with your broadband modem to determine which port on the modem to connect to. Turn on the broadband modem if it is not already turned on.

 

 

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Contents Corporate Headquarters Page Copyright 2005 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved Page N T E N T S Installation Vii Viii Organization AudienceConventions Related Documentation Obtaining Documentation Cisco.comDocumentation DVD Ordering Documentation Documentation FeedbackCisco Product Security Overview Reporting Security Problems in Cisco ProductsCisco Technical Support Website Obtaining Technical AssistanceSubmitting a Service Request Obtaining Additional Publications and Information Definitions of Service Request SeverityXviii Feature Routers Description FeaturesRouter LAN Ethernet Ports WAN Ethernet Port Console Port Router OverviewBack Panel Front Panel4shows the back panel of the Soho 71 router Color Function LEDsProduct Overview Router Overview Safety Preparing for InstallationBefore installing the router, read the following warnings Preventing Electrostatic Discharge Damage Unpacking the Box Preventing Router Damage Installing Your RouterConnecting Ethernet Devices Connected to Router Setting Router Port Type Button SettingNetwork Device Router Button Ethernet Cable Connecting a Hub Connecting a Server, PC, or Workstation Connecting a Broadband Modem Connecting to the InternetConnecting an Ethernet Switch Connecting a Terminal or PC to the Console PortConnecting a Terminal or PC Connecting the AC AdapterVerifying Router Operation Connecting the AC adapterMounting Your Router Power/Link LEDs to Check Normal PatternsMounting on Wall Mounting on TableInstallation Mounting Your Router Mounting Router on Wall Starting the Crws Software Connecting to a WebsiteInstallation What to Do If You Cannot Connect to a Website Before You Call Your Cisco Reseller TroubleshootingSymptom Problem Solutions Problems During Initial Startup, Installation Problems After Router Is RunningTroubleshooting Problems After Router Is Running System Specifications Description Design Specification Physical DimensionsEnvironmental Operating Ranges Port Connector Pinouts Description Design Specification Router PowerLaws and regulations Pin Function Function To HUB/TO PC Button Pin Position OUT PositionEthernet Cable Specifications Cabling SpecificationsMaximum Cable Distance Type Category ShieldingCable Maximum Distance Chapter a Specifications and Cables Cabling Specifications Numerics IN-2 IN-3 IN-4