Hardware Installation, Modem Location | D-Link DSL-302G specification

Hardware Installation

This chapter describes the various network cable and power connections required to use the Modem.

Modem Location

When selecting the location for the Modem be sure to allow room to access the connections on the rear panel. You will want to place the Modem so that you will be able to see the LED indicators on the front panel. Allow some space above the Modem for ventilation to avoid problems with overheating.

The Modem package includes two feet that can be used to stand the unit on one side if you wish to save space.

Connect the Power

Insert the AC Power Adapter cord into the power receptacle located on the rear panel of the Modem and plug the adapter into a nearby power source. You should see the Power LED indicator light up and remain lit.

Connect ADSL Line

You can use the twisted-pair telephone ADSL cable included with the Modem to connect to your telephone line. Simply plug one end of the cable into the ADSL port (RJ-11 receptacle) on the rear panel of the Modem, and insert the other end into the telephone wall socket or low pass filter, as instructed by your service provider.

Connect Modem to Computer

The Modem may be connected to any Ethernet-ready computer or any computer with a USB port. An Ethernet- ready computer includes any PC or notebook computer with a working 10Mbps or 100Mbps Ethernet port. Connect to the Ethernet port with a straight-through Ethernet cable (included). The RJ-45 Ethernet port is an MDI-X (crossed) port, and can be connected to an MDI-II (straight-through) port, such as an Ethernet port on a computer, with a straight-through cable. Connecting an MDI-X port to another MDI-X port requires either a cross-wired cable or a straight-through cable used with a cross-wired adapter.

The rules governing Ethernet cable lengths apply to the computer-to-Modem connection. Be sure that the cable connecting the computer to the Modem does not exceed 100 meters.

Any computer using the USB port to connect to the Modem requires additional drivers specific to the Modem. See the instructions in the section titled USB Drivers.

Connect the Modem to a PC or notebook computer as shown in the example below:

Power

Source

USB

Cable

Ethernet

Cable

ADSL Line