D-Link DSL524T manual Web Browser, Ethernet Port NIC Adapter, Additional Software, Router Features

DSL-524T ADSL Router Manual

Web Browser

Any common web browser can be used to configure the Router using the web configuration management software. The program is designed to work best with more recently released browsers such as Mozilla, Firefox, Opera, Microsoft Internet Explorer® version 5.0, Netscape Navigator® version 4.7, or later versions. The web browser must have JavaScript enabled. JavaScript is enabled by default on many browsers. Make sure JavaScript has not been disabled by other software (such as virus protection or web user security packages) that may be running on your computer.

Ethernet Port (NIC Adapter)

Any computer that uses the Router must be able to connect to it through the Ethernet port on the Router. This connection is an Ethernet connection and therefore requires that your computer be equipped with an Ethernet port as well. Most notebook computers are now sold with an Ethernet port already installed. Likewise, most fully assembled desktop computers come with an Ethernet NIC adapter as standard equipment. If your computer does not have an Ethernet port, you must install an Ethernet NIC adapter before you can use the Router. If you must install an adapter, follow the installation instructions that come with the Ethernet NIC adapter.

Additional Software

It may be necessary to install software on your computer that enables the computer to access the Internet. Additional software must be installed if you are using what is called a “bridged” connection. For a bridged connection, the information needed to make and maintain the Internet connection is stored on your computer, not in the Router. This type of connection is similar to the arrangement used for analog dial-up modems, but the connection speed is much faster. Various terms are to describe a bridged ADSL connection including the term “RFC 1483 Bridge” which is used in this guide.

About Bridged Ethernet Connections (RFC 1483)

Using this method, the DSL-524T acts as a transparent bridge, and is invisible to other devices on both the WAN and LAN side of the bridge. It is therefore necessary to provide some means of acquiring global IP settings for your account.

All connections to the Internet require a unique global IP address. For bridged connections, the global IP settings must reside in a TCP/IP enabled device on the LAN side of the bridge, such as a PC, server or firewall hardware. The IP address can be assigned in a number of ways. Your network service provider will give you instructions about any additional connection software or NIC configuration that may be required.

Account Information (User Name and Password)

Most users will need to supply a user name and password used to access the service provider’s network (and ultimately, the Internet). This information is stored either in the Router’s memory or on your computer depending on the type of ADSL connection you have.

ACCOUNT INFORMATION (PPP Connections Only)

User Name:

Password:

Router Features

The D-Link DSL-524T ADSL Router provides the following features:

•Data rates up to 24 Mbps for downstream and 1Mbps for upstream

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