First Steps

uReboot function: Press the button for longer than 1 second but less than 5 seconds to reboot the device. This does not affect the configuration settings.

uReset function: Press the button behind the small opening on the bottom of the device for at least 5 seconds to return all settings to the factory settings. Warning: This will clear all the configuration settings you have made.

Updated firmware will not be affected.

Setting up the Gigaset SE551 WLAN dsl/cable

The Gigaset SE551 WLAN dsl/cable can be set up in any suitable location in your home or office. You do not need any special wiring. However you should comply with the following guidelines:

uOperate the Gigaset SE551 WLAN dsl/cable only indoors within a temperature range of +5 to +40 °C. Do not position the Gigaset SE551 WLAN dsl/cable near sources of heat. Do not cover the ventilation slots. High temperatures can damage the device.

uA mains socket for 220/240V~ and a connection socket for the modem or LAN must be available where you set up the Gigaset SE551 WLAN dsl/cable.

uDo not site the device in the immediate vicinity of stereo equipment, TV sets or microwave ovens. This may cause interference.

uPosition the Gigaset SE551 WLAN dsl/cable so that it is as near to the centre of your wireless network as possible. Make sure that where you position the Gigaset SE551 WLAN dsl/cable has optimum reception throughout the house or office. You can improve the reception quality by aligning the antenna (turn and/or tilt).

uPosition the Gigaset SE551 WLAN dsl/cable on a non-slip surface. The router feet do not normally leave any traces on the surface they are on. However, some furniture surfaces may contain substances that attack and soften the router's rubber feet.

Then the feet may well mark the furniture surface.

uDo not place the Gigaset SE551 WLAN dsl/cable on any furniture surface that could be affected by the heat from the device.

uPosition the Gigaset SE551 WLAN dsl/cable so that it cannot fall. u Lay the cables so that nobody can trip over them.

uIf you wish to mount the Gigaset SE551 WLAN dsl/cable on the wall, use flat-headed or tallow-drop screws with a maximum thread diameter of 3.5mm. The screws are not included in the scope of delivery.

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