ABOUT THIS MANUAL

INTRODUCTION

This manual applies to the ADC® Megabit Modem® versions MM701G2 and MM702G2. These modems can be used in two types of applications:

as an endpoint (CPE) to a DSLAM for Internet and other broadband connection through a service provider

as a LAN extension by implementing a point-to-point connection with another modem of the same model (MM701G2 to MM701G2 or MM702G2 to MM702G2)

ORGANIZATION

To complete an endpoint installation for an MM701G2 or MM702G2 modem, follow the configuration instructions in all chapters of this manual, with the exception of Chapter 7: Implementing a Point-To-Point LAN Extension.

To complete a point-to-point installation for two MM701G2 or two MM702G2 modems, follow the configuration instructions in these chapters only:

Chapter 1: Installation

Chapter 2: Accessing the Web Interface for Modem Management

Chapter 5: Configuring System Parameters

Chapter 7: Implementing a Point-To-Point LAN Extension

Chapter 8: Configuring NAT

After configuring the modem(s) for your application, monitor its status and perform other management functions using the instructions in Chapter 9: Managing the Modem. If you choose to manage the modem through the console port, use the instructions in Appendix A: Command Line Interface Access.

INTENDED AUDIENCE

This manual is intended for anyone who installs, configures, and manages the ADC Megabit Modem versions MM701G2 and MM702G2.

CONVENTIONS

The following style conventions and terminology are used throughout this guide.

Element

Meaning

 

 

Bold font

Text that you must input exactly as shown (e.g., type 1 for card 1), menu buttons

 

(e.g., ACCEPT SHELF OPTIONS) or menu screen options (e.g., ALARMS screen) that

 

you must select

 

 

Italic font

Variables that you must determine before inputting the correct value (e.g., Password )

 

 

Monospace font

References to screen prompts (e.g., Invalid Password...Try Again:.)

 

 

 

 

Reader Alert

Meaning

 

 

 

Alerts you to supplementary information

 

 

IMPORTANT

Alerts you to supplementary information that is essential to the completion of a task

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