TD-W8970N 
Wireless N ADSL2+ Modem Router User Guide
Chapter 2. Connecting the Router
2.1 System Requirements
¾Broadband Internet Access Service (DSL/Cable/Ethernet).
¾PCs with a working Ethernet Adapter and an Ethernet cable with RJ45 connectors.
¾TCP/IP protocol on each PC.
¾Web browser, such as Microsoft Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox or Apple Safari.
2.2 Installation Environment Requirements
¾Place the Router in a well ventilated place far from any heater or heating vent
¾Avoid direct irradiation of any strong light (such as sunlight)
¾Keep at least 2 inches (5 cm) of clear space around the Router
¾Operating temperature: 0℃~40℃ (32℉~104℉)
¾Operating Humidity: 10% ~ 90% RH
2.3 Connecting the Router
Before installing the Router, please make sure your broadband service provided by your ISP is available. If there is any problem, please contact your ISP. After that, please install the Router according to the following steps. Don't forget to pull out the power plug and keep your hands dry.
1.Locate an optimum location for the Router. The best place is usually at the center of your wireless network.
2.Adjust the direction of the antenna. Normally, upright is a good direction.
3.Connect your PC and Switch/Hub in your LAN to the LAN Ports of the Router. (If you have a wireless NIC and want to have wireless connection, please skip this step.)
4.Connect the telephone line to the Line port on the Router. Or you can access the Internet and make calls at the same time by using a separate splitter to divide the data and voice. The external splitter has three ports:
•LINE: Connect to the wall jack
•PHONE: Connect to the phone sets
•MODEM: Connect to the ADSL LINE port of device
Plug one end of the
5.Connect the power adapter to the power plug of the Router, and the other end into an electrical outlet. The electrical outlet shall be installed near the device and shall be easily accessible.
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