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DSL-G624T Wireless A DSL Router User’s Guide

About This User’s Guide

This user’s guide provides instructions on how to install the DSL-G624T Wireless ADSL Router and use it to provide Internet access for an Ethernet or 802.11g/802.11b wireless LAN.

If you are using a computer with a functioning Ethernet port, the quickest and easiest way to set up the DSL-G624T is to insert the Installation CD into the CD-ROM drive of your computer and follow the instructions provided in the Quick Installation Guide.

Before You Start

Please read and make sure you understand all the prerequisites for proper installation of your new Router. Have all the necessary information and equipment on hand before beginning the installation.

Installation Overview

The procedure to install the Router can be described in general terms in the following steps:

1.Gather information and equipment needed to install the device. Before you begin the actual installation make sure you have all the necessary information and equipment.

2.Install the hardware, connect the cables to the device and connect the power adapter.

3.Check the IP settings on your computer and change them if necessary so the computer can access the web- based software built into the Router.

4.Use the web-based management software to configure the device to suit the requirements of your ADSL service and wireless LAN.

The Setup Wizard

Once you access the web interface use the Setup Wizard to configure your Internet connection.

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DSL-G624T Page Table Of Contents Tools Setup Wizard Installation OverviewBefore You Start About This User’s GuidePacking List Installation RequirementsWAN Setting PasswordAdditional Software UsernameDSL-G624T LAN IP addresses forLAN Subnet Mask for Ethernet NICRouter Features 802.11g WirelessIntroduction Router Description and OperationDSL-G624T Wireless a DSL Router User’s Guide Standards Compatibility and Compliance Front Panel Display Rear Panel Connections Power insertWireless Security Wireless LAN BasicsRadio Transmission RangeAbout 802.11g Wireless Choosing the Best Location for Wireless Operation Hardware InstallationFactory Reset Button Power on RouterWired Network Connections Connect Adsl LineComputer to Router Connection Hub or Switch to Router ConnectionDSL-G624T Wireless a DSL Router User’s Guide Configuration Summary Basic Router ConfigurationConfigure Windows XP for Dhcp Configuring IP Settings on Your ComputerDSL-G624T Wireless a DSL Router User’s Guide Configure Windows 95 and Windows 98 for Dhcp Configure Windows 2000 for DhcpWindows Windows 95 and WindowsConfigure Windows NT 4.0 for Dhcp Configure Windows ME for DhcpWindows ME Windows NT 4.0 WorkstationsEnter Password Access the Configuration ManagerLogin to Home Web Manager First Time Log On Configure the RouterUsing the Setup Wizard Using the Setup Wizard Choose Time Zone Using the Setup Wizard Choose Connection Type Using the Setup Wizard For PPPoE/PPPoA connections Using the Setup Wizard For Dynamic IP Address connections Using the Setup Wizard For Static IP Address connections Using the Setup Wizard For Bridge Mode connections Using the Setup Wizard Finish and Restart Home Wireless LAN SetupWireless Settings menu Wireless Security Configure Basic Wireless SettingsConfigure WEP Wireless Security Security Options for WirelessWEP Encryption Setup Encryption KeysConfigure WPA Security for Wlan Configure WPA SettingsConfigure WPA-PSK Security for Wlan WAN Settings Menu PPPoE / PPPoA Configure WAN ConnectionPPPoE and PPPoA Connection for WAN PPPoE/PPPoA Parameters Description Default RouteUser Name FirewallDynamic IP Address Connection for WAN WAN Settings for Dynamic IP Address ConnectionCloned MAC Address Dynamic IP Parameters DescriptionBridged Connection for WAN WAN Settings Menu Bridge ModeStatic IP Address for Connection WAN WAN Settings Static IPIP Address Static IP Parameters DescriptionSubnet Mask Gateway AddressService Category ATM Settings for WAN connection PPPoE/PPPoA menuATM Traffic Shaping ATM QoS Parameters DescriptionATM VC Settings in WAN connection menu ATM VC SettingsATM VC Parameters Description Virtual CircuitConfigure LAN IP settings LAN IP SettingsUse the Router for Dhcp Dhcp Server Settings for the LANConfigure Dhcp Server settings for the LAN Disable the Dhcp Server Static IP Settings for the LANDhcp Settings menu with Dhcp disabled Static IP Assignment for LANConfigure DNS Settings DNS Server SettingsDynamic DNS Dynamic DNS ConfigurationSave and Reboot menu Save Settings and RebootAdvanced Router Management UPnP Enable UPnP MenuVirtual Server Menu and List Virtual ServerParameter Description Rule Management windowRule Name Private IPLAN Clients window LAN ClientsSnmp Management window SnmpSource IP Filters Configuration MenuFilters Source Port Destination IPDestination Port ActionBridge Filters window Bridge FiltersRouting Table RoutingDMZ DMZ IP address configurationFirewall Firewall Configuration MenuDynamic Routing RIP menu RIPPPP PPP Connection settings menuAdsl Adsl Modulation ConfigurationATM VCC ATM Virtual Circuit configuration menuQoS QoS Configuration screenConfigure Wireless Access Control Wireless ManagementConfigure Multiple Ssid Wireless ManagementWireless LAN Performance settings Wireless PerformanceTools System Tools administrative functionsRemote Web Management and Telnet Access Change System PasswordAdministrator Settings change password menu Remote Web And Telnet Access windowTime Time & Date ConfigurationRemote Log Remote Log Settings windowSystem Restore Factory Default SettingsSave System Settings and Restore Defaults Firmware Firmware UpgradePing Test Miscellaneous Miscellaneous Configuration menuTest Diagnostics Test MenuStatus Information Device Information display Device Information DisplayDhcp Clients window Dhcp ClientsView Log window LogTraffic Adsl Status information Technical Specifications Wireless Data Rates Wireless ModulationMedia Access Protocol Wireless CertificationUsing the Default IP Address IP Address SetupIP Setup Example #1 Assigning Network IP AddressesChanging the IP Address of the Router Using DhcpIP Setup Example #2 IP Addresses IP Concepts255.0.0.0 255.255.0.0 255.255.255.0 Subnet MaskMicro filters Micro filter InstallationMicro Filters and Splitters Split Line Filter