Contents v
About This Guide
Chapter 1
Introduction
About the Modem .............. ...... ....... ...... ....... ...... ....... ...... ....... ...... ...... ....... ...... ................1-1
Key Features .............. ....................................................................................................1- 1
Auto UplinkTM and Autosensing 10/100 Ethernet ..................................................... 1-2
Modem or Router Device Mode ...............................................................................1-2
Modem Device Mode ......................................................................................... 1-2
Router Device Mode ....................................................... ...................................1-3
Easy Installation and Management ............. .............................................................1-3
Maintenance and Support ........................... .............................................................1-3
Chapter 2
Setting Up the Hardware
Package Contents ...... .................................................................................................... 2-1
The Modem’s Front Panel ..............................................................................................2- 3
The Modem’s Rear Panel ...................................................... .........................................2-4
Local Network Hardware Requirements ................................ .........................................2-4
PC Requirements ............................................................................... ...... ....... ...... ... 2-4
Access Requirement .......................................... ......................................................2-5
Connecting the Modem .................................................................................................. 2-5
Connecting to Your ADSL Service and Telephone Provider ........................... .........2-5
ADSL Through a Modular RJ-11 Wall Jack. ................... ...................................2-6
ADSL Through Other Wall Jacks .................................................................... ...2-6
Connecting the Power Adapter ................................................................................2-7
Verifying Power .................................................. ......................................................2-7
Connecting to Your Computer ........ ................................................................................2-8
Ethernet .................................................................................................................... 2-8
USB .......................................................................................................................... 2-8
Ready to Configure Your Modem ................ .................................................................2-10
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