Solutions for the Digital Life
DSL Gateway
User Manual
USB/Ethernet
Table of Contents
2 Setting Up the Gateway
3 Performing a Basic Setup
Using Advanced Setup
Using Utilities
Package Contents
Introduction1
Features
Minimum System Requirements
s Web-based configuration setup
s Default configuration backup restore s Firmware upgradeable
s Built-in NAT, DHCP server s DNS relay support
s Compliant with IEEE 802.3 Ethernet standard
Power Light
Getting to Know the Gateway
DSL Light
Internet Light
Ethernet Lights
USB Light
Phone Port
Reset Switch
Power Port
Power Switch
USB Port
Setting Up
Connecting a Computer to the Gateway
the Gateway
2. Read the instructions, select Initial Setup by clicking on the appropriate check box, then click Next
Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway
5. Get the Gateway from the kit, then click Next
6. Get the Power cord and plug the smaller end into the black Power port on the rear panel of the Gateway, then click Next
8. Click the On/Off switch to its on position as shown in the picture on- screen, then click Next
10. Get the yellow Ethernet cable from the kit and plug one end into a yellow Ethernet port on the back of the Gateway, then click Next
12. Make sure one of the Ethernet lights on the front of the Gateway glows solid green. Click Next
Connecting Via USB
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3. Click the check box next to USB, then click Next
5. Get the Gateway from the kit, then click Next
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10. Get the blue USB cable from the kit and plug the square end into the blue USB port on the back of the Gateway, then click Next
12. Make sure the USB light on the front of the Gateway glows solid green. Click Next
Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway
Installing Phone Filters
3. Get the phone filters. Click Next
5. Plug the ends of the phone lines disconnected in step 2 into the phone filters plugged into phone jacks. Click Next
USB connection setup Click Next
Next, go to “Setting Up the DSL Connection” on the next page
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Setting Up the DSL Connection
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Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway
If Static IP is selected, go to step
If Dynamic IP DHCP is selected, got to step
5. The Installation Buddy checks the configuration of the Gateway
Basic Setup
Basic Setup
Performing a
3. Follow the instructions in the “Set Up/Configuration” screen, then click Begin Basic Setup
Changing the Admin User Name and Password
3. Click Save and Restart at the bottom of the screen
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Using Advanced
Setup
Accessing Advanced Setup
WAN IP Address
Chapter 4 Using Advanced Setup
Transparent Bridging
Obtain an IP Address through PPPoE or PPPoA
“Broadband Connection via PPPoE” screen
PPP Auto Connect
Encapsulation PPPoA only
“Broadband Connection via PPPoA” screen
PPP Auto Connect ON
Chapter 4 Using Advanced Setup
Select this option if the ISP service is configured to use RFC 1483 Bridged or Routed using a Static IP Address. Enter the IP Address, Subnet Mask, and Default Gateway Address provided by the ISP in the “Broadband Connection via Static IP Address” screen, which causes the IP address and routing information to termi- nate at the Gateway, as opposed to the IP address and routing information being bridged to terminate at the computer. This allows the use of the router capabilities for the Local Area Network LAN
LAN IP Address
DHCP Server
Beginning IP Address
Ending IP Address
DHCP Server Configuration
Services Blocking
Lease Time
Domain Name
DNS Dynamic or Static
Website Blocking
Remote Management
Application Layer Gateway and Port Forwarding
Chapter 4 Using Advanced Setup
DMZ Hosting
Firewall
Chapter 4 Using Advanced Setup
High
Medium
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Dynamic Routing
NAT Network Address Translation
Static Routing
UPnP Universal Plug and Play
Time Zone
Remote Syslog Capture
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Viewing the
Gateway’s Status
General Status
WAN - Connection
Routing Table
ARP Table
Chapter 5 Viewing the Gateway’s Status
WAN Status
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LAN Status
Active User List
Chapter 5 Viewing the Gateway’s Status
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Using Utilities
Web Activity Log
System Log
DSL Settings
Restore Default Settings
Upgrade Firmware
Setting Up a Network
Ethernet
3. Select Ethernet, then click Next
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Chapter 7 Setting Up a Network
6. Plug the other end of the yellow Ethernet cable into an Ethernet port on the back of the computer, then click Next
8. In the next window, the Installation Buddy checks the configuration of the Gateway
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Chapter 7 Setting Up a Network
3. Select USB, then click Next
5. Plug one end of the blue USB cable into the blue USB port on the back of the Gateway, then click Next
Chapter 7 Setting Up a Network
7. Make sure the USB light glows steadily green, then click Next
The computer is connected to the Gateway via USB
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Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
Physical Connections
Connection to the Router
Frequently Asked Questions
Connection to the Internet
Which protocols does the Gateway support?
Which connection speeds does the Gateway support?
Is the Gateway flash-upgradeable? How do I do it?
What is the valid IP range I can use for my home network?
How do I find out which IP address my computer is using?
Will my Xbox work with the Gateway?
Can I play games between computers on my network, or on the Internet?
Yes, if the application is designed to run over a network
What is the default username for the Gateway?
What is NAT and how does it protect my network?
How many computers can be connected through the Gateway?
Does the Gateway function as a firewall?
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Reference
Locating Computer Information
Locating Windows Operating System Files
Appendix a Reference
Page
Setting Up Static IP
on the Computer
Windows 98 SE
4. When the “Control Panel” window appears, double-click Network
3. Another menu appears. Select Control Panel
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6. The “TCP/IP Properties” window appears. Select IP Address
Windows Me
4. When the “Control Panel” window appears, double-click Network
Appendix b Setting Up Static IP on the Computer
3. Another menu appears. Select Control Panel
6. The “TCP/IP Properties” window appears. Click IP Address
Windows
3. Another menu appears. Select Control Panel
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Appendix b Setting Up Static IP on the Computer
9. The “Internet Protocol TCP/IP Properties” window appears
Windows XP
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7. The “Internet Protocol TCP/IP Properties” window appears
9. Enter the following address in the “IP Address” text box
Comparing DSL Service with a Dial-Up Modem
Computer Security
Gateway Security
Computer Security
Electronic Security
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Specifications d
General
LED Indicators
Environmental
Glossary
Ethernet Network
PPPoE Point-To-Point Protocol over Ethernet
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Non-Windowsf System Setup
Classic
3. When the “User Mode” window appears, select Advanced, then click OK
2. When the “System Preferences” window appears, click Network
Appendix f Non-Windows Setup
1. From the Apple Menu, select System Preferences
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Notices
Regulatory Compliance Notices
Modifications
Miscellaneous Legal Notices
Limited Warranty
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Return the product to In the United States
Limited Warranty
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