Westell Technologies 2400 manual Begin the Hardware Installation

User Guide 4-Port Router (Model 2400)

5. BEGIN THE HARDWARE INSTALLATION

This section explains the procedures for installing the Westell Router. You may choose to install the Router in one of three ways: Ethernet only, USB only, or Ethernet and USB. To install the Router via 10/100 Base-T Ethernet only, refer to section 5.1. To install the Router via USB only, refer to section 5.2. If you want to use both USB and 10/100 Base-T Ethernet interfaces simultaneously, please follow the procedures outlined in section 5.3.

Please wait until you have received notification from your Service Provider that your DSL line has been activated before installing your 4-Port Router.

NOTE: If you are using a Westell Router in conjunction with an Ethernet Hub or Switch, refer to the manufacturer’s instructions for proper installation and configuration. Westell recommends the use of a surge protector to protect equipment attached to the AC power supply.

5.1 Router Installation via 10/100 Base-T Ethernet

You can choose to connect your primary computer via Ethernet or USB installation. Westell recommends that you connect your Router using an Ethernet connection.

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NOTE: Before you connect the Router via 10/100 Base-T, you must have an available Ethernet card installed in your computer. If your Ethernet card does not auto-negotiate, you must set it to half duplex. Refer to the Ethernet card manufacturer’s instructions for installing and configuring your Ethernet card. If you do not have an Ethernet card installed in your computer but do have an available USB Port, go to the Router Installation via USB section of this User Guide.

1.Connect the power supply cord to the power connector marked 12V on the rear panel of the Router. Plug the other end of the power supply cord into a surge-protected AC wall socket.

2.Connect the DSL phone cable from the DSL jackon the rear panel of the Router to the DSL-equipped telephone jack on the wall.

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WARNING: The connection to the Router’s DSL jack must come from a non-filtered connection to the telephone jack on the wall. If you are using a microfilter, then be certain that the DSL phone cable is connected to the “DSL/HPN” non-filtered jack. You must use the phone cord that was provided with the Router kit.

3.Connect the Ethernet cable from the Ethernet jack on the rear panel of the Router to the Ethernet port on your computer. Repeat this step to connect up to 3 additional PCs to the Router.

NOTE: You may connect to any of the four Ethernet jacks on the rear panel of the Router as they serve as an Ethernet hub.

Congratulations! You have completed the Ethernet hardware installation for your Router. No USB driver software installation is required when using an Ethernet connection. Refer to your Internet Service Provider’s instructions for installing subscriber software and connecting to the Internet.

030-300331 Rev. A 8 October 2002