NETGEAR DM602 manual Device Mode menu

Reference Manual for the Model DM602 ADSL Modem

In Router Device Mode, the modem provides limited router functionality which allows you to have the modem perform any logon steps your ISP may require. In this mode, it is also easier to configure your computer by taking advantage of the automatic configuration capabilities of DHCP which the router provides.

The Device Mode menu, shown in Figure 5-10, allows the configuration of modem in router mode or modem mode.

Figure 5-10. Device Mode menu.

To change the mode of the modem, follow these steps:

1.Select the Device Type from the list.

2.Click Apply.The modem will reconfigure itself accordingly.

Note: If you change the modem from Router Mode to Modem Mode, your computer must configured with a static IP address of 192.168.0.2-192.168.0.253, a Subnet Mask of 255.255.255.0, and a Gateway Address of 192.168.0.1 to be able to connect to the modem’s built-in configuration pages.

Advanced Configuration of the Modem 5-11