D-Link DSL-320T User Manual

DSL-320T

January 2006

ESL320TEU.A1G

ADSL Modem

User Guide

FCC Warning

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

CE Mark Warning

This is a Class B product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.

Table Of Contents

BEFORE YOU START ...................................................................................................... VI

Installation Overview.......................................................................................................................................vi

Setup Wizard ....................................................................................................................................................vi

Packing List......................................................................................................................................................vi

Installation Notes............................................................................................................................................vii

INTRODUCTION .................................................................................................................1

Modem Description and Operation.................................................................................................................1

Modem Features ...............................................................................................................................................1

Front Panel Display ..........................................................................................................................................2

Rear Panel Connections ..................................................................................................................................3

HARDWARE INSTALLATION ............................................................................................4

Power on Modem ..............................................................................................................................................4

Factory Reset Button .......................................................................................................................................4

Network Connections.......................................................................................................................................4

BASIC MODEM CONFIGURATION....................................................................................6

Computer IP Settings .......................................................................................................................................6

Access the Configuration Manager ................................................................................................................7

HOME..................................................................................................................................8

Wizard ................................................................................................................................................................8

WAN ................................................................................................................................................................ 16

PPPoE/PPPoA .............................................................................................................................................................. 17

Static IP Address .......................................................................................................................................................... 20

Bridge Mode................................................................................................................................................................. 23

LAN.................................................................................................................................................................. 28

DHCP............................................................................................................................................................... 29

Save Settings and Reboot ............................................................................................................................ 31

ADVANCED MODEM MANAGEMENT............................................................................. 32

ADSL ............................................................................................................................................................... 33

ATM VCC ........................................................................................................................................................ 34

TOOLS ..............................................................................................................................35

Admin.............................................................................................................................................................. 35

Time................................................................................................................................................................. 36

Remote Log .................................................................................................................................................... 37

System ............................................................................................................................................................ 38

Firmware......................................................................................................................................................... 39

Test.................................................................................................................................................................. 40

STATUS ............................................................................................................................41

Device Info...................................................................................................................................................... 41

Log .................................................................................................................................................................. 42

Statistics......................................................................................................................................................... 43

ADSL ............................................................................................................................................................... 44

HELP .................................................................................................................................45

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS .......................................................................................46

CONFIGURING IP SETTINGS ON YOUR COMPUTER ................................................... 48

LOW PASS FILTERS FOR DSL .......................................................................................54

DSL-320T ADSL Modem User Guide

About This User Guide

This user’s guide provides instructions on how to install the DSL-320T ADSL Modem and use it to provide Internet access for an Ethernet network or single computer.

If you are using a computer with a functioning Ethernet port, the quickest and easiest way to set up the DSL-320T is to insert the Installation CD into the CD-ROM drive of your computer and follow the instructions provided in the Quick Installation Guide.

Before You Start

Please read and make sure you understand all the prerequisites for proper installation of your new Modem. Have all the necessary information and equipment on hand before beginning the installation.

Installation Overview

The procedure to install the Modem can be described in general terms in the following steps:

1. Gather information and equipment needed to install the device. Before you begin the actual installation make

sure you have all the necessary information and equipment.

2. Install the hardware, connect the cables to the device, and connect the power adapter.

3. Check the IP settings on your computer and change them if necessary so the computer can access the web-

based software built into the Modem.

4. Use the web-based management software to configure the device to suit the requirements of your ADSL

service and private Ethernet network.

Setup Wizard

Once you access the web interface use the Setup Wizard to configure your Internet connection. For instructions on how to configure the Internet connection with the Setup Wizard, please see the the section entitled Wizard after you have configured your computer’s IP settings to connect to the Modem.

Packing List

Open the shipping carton and carefully remove all items. Make sure that you have the items listed here.

• One DSL-320T ADSL Modem

• One CD-ROM containing the User’s Guide

• One twisted-pair telephone cable used for ADSL connection

• One straight-through Ethernet cable

• One AC power adapter suitable for your electric service

• One Quick Installation Guide

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Installation Notes

In order to establish a connection to the Internet it will be necessary to provide information to the Modem that will be stored in its memory. For some users, only their account information (Username and Password) is required. For others, various parameters that control and define the Internet connection will be required. You can print out the two pages below and use the tables to list this information. This way you have a hard copy of all the information needed to setup the Modem. If it is necessary to reconfigure the device, all the necessary information can be easily accessed. Be sure to keep this information safe and private.

Low Pass Filters

Since ADSL and telephone services share the same copper wiring to carry their respective signals, a filtering mechanism may be necessary to avoid mutual interference. A low pass filter device can be installed for each telephone that shares the line with the ADSL line. These filters are easy to install passive devices that connect to the ADSL device and/or telephone using standard telephone cable. Ask your service provider for more information about the use of low pass filters with your installation.

Operating Systems

The DSL-320T uses an HTML-based web interface for setup and management. The web configuration manager may be accessed using any operating system capable of running web browser software, including Windows 98 SE, Windows ME, Windows 2000, and Windows XP.

Web Browser

Any common web browser can be used to configure the Modem using the web configuration management software. The program is designed to work best with more recently released browsers such as Opera, Microsoft Internet Explorer® version 6.0, Netscape Navigator® version 6.2.3, or later versions. The web browser must have JavaScript enabled. JavaScript is enabled by default on many browsers. Make sure JavaScript has not been disabled by other software (such as virus protection or web user security packages) that may be running on your computer.

Ethernet Port (NIC Adapter)

Any computer that uses the Modem must be able to connect to it through the Ethernet port on the Modem. This connection is an Ethernet connection and therefore requires that your computer be equipped with an Ethernet port as well. Most notebook computers are now sold with an Ethernet port already installed. Likewise, most fully assembled desktop computers come with an Ethernet NIC adapter as standard equipment. If your computer does not have an Ethernet port, you must install an Ethernet NIC adapter before you can use the Modem. If you must install an adapter, follow the installation instructions that come with the Ethernet NIC adapter.

Additional Software

For a bridged connection, the information needed to make and maintain the Internet connection is stored on another computer or gateway device using PPP client or similar third party client software, not in the Modem itself.

If your ADSL service is delivered through a PPPoE, PPPoA or Static IP connection, the information needed to establish and maintain the Internet connection can be stored in the Modem. In this case, it is not necessary to install software on your computer. It may however be necessary to change some settings in the device, including account information used to identify and verify the connection.

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Information you will need from your ADSL service provider:

Username

Password

WAN Setting /

Connection Type

This is the Username used to log on to your ADSL service provider’s network. It is commonly in the form − user@isp.co.uk Your ADSL service provider uses this to identify your account.

This is the Password used, in conjunction with the Username above, to log on to your ADSL service provider’s network. This is used to verify the identity of your account.

These settings describe the method your ADSL service provider uses to transport data between the Internet and your computer. Most users will use the default settings. You may need to specify one of the following WAN Setting and Connection Type configurations (Connection Type settings listed in parenthesis):

PPPoE/PPoA (PPPoE LLC, PPPoA LLC or PPPoA VC-Mux)

Bridge Mode (1483 Bridged IP LLC or 1483 Bridged IP VC-Mux)

Static IP Address (1483 Routed IP LLC, 1483 Routed IP VCMux)

Record info here

VPI

VCI

Note

Default = PPPoE/PPPoA (PPPoE LLC)

Most users will not be required to change this setting. The Virtual Path Identifier (VPI) is used in conjunction with the Virtual Channel Identifier (VCI) to identify the data path between your ADSL service provider’s network and your computer. This setting can be changed in the WAN window of the web manager. Default value = 8

Most users will not be required to change this setting. The Virtual Channel Identifier (VCI) used in conjunction with the VPI to identify the data path between your ADSL service provider’s network and your computer. This setting can be changed in the WAN window of the web manager. Default value = 35

The Setup Wizard can be used to configure the Internet connection for most users.

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Information you will need about your DSL-320T ADSL Modem:

Username

Password

LAN IP addresses for the DSL-320T

LAN Subnet Mask for the DSL-320T

This is the Username needed access the Modem’s management interface. When you attempt to connect to the device through a web browser you will be prompted to enter this Username. The default Username for the Modem is admin. The user cannot change this.

This is the Password you will be prompted to enter when you access the Modem’s management interface. The default Password is admin. The user may change this.

This is the IP address you will enter into the Address field of your web browser to access the Modem’s configuration graphical user interface (GUI) using a web browser. The default IP address is 192.168.1.1. This may be changed to suit any IP address scheme the user desires. This address will be the base IP address used for DHCP service on the LAN when DHCP is enabled.

This is the subnet mask used by the DSL-320T, and will be used throughout your LAN. The default subnet mask is 255.255.255.0. This can be changed later.

Record info here

Information you will need about your LAN or computer:

If your computer has an Ethernet NIC, you can connect the DSL-320T to this Ethernet port using an

Ethernet NIC

DHCP Client status

It is recommended that your collect and record this information here, or in some other secure place, in case you have to re-configure your ADSL connection in the future.

Once you have the above information, you are ready to setup and configure your DSL-320T ADSL Modem.

Ethernet cable. You can also use the Ethernet ports on the DSL-320T to connect to other computer or Ethernet devices.

Your DSL-320T ADSL Modem is configured, by default, to be a DHCP server. This means that it can assign an IP address, subnet mask, and a default gateway address to computers on your LAN. The default range of IP addresses the DSL-320T will assign are from 192.168.1.2 to 192.168.1.254. Your computer (or computers) needs to be configured to Obtain an IP address automatically (that is, they need to be configured as DHCP clients.)

Record info here

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Introduction

This section provides a brief description of the Modem, its associated technologies, and a list of Modem features.

Modem Description and Operation

The DSL-320T Modem is designed to provide a simple and cost-effective ADSL Internet connection for a private Ethernet network. The Modem combines high-speed ADSL Internet connection and IP routing for the Local Area Network (LAN) connectivity in one package.

The Modem is easy to install and use. The DSL-320T connects to an Ethernet LAN or computers via standard Ethernet ports. The ADSL connection is made using ordinary telephone line with standard connectors.

ADSL

Asymmetric Digital Subscriber Line (ADSL) is a broadband network technology that utilizes standard twisted-pair copper wire telephone lines to enable broadband high-speed digital data transmission and bandwidth hungry applications for business and residential customers.

ADSL routers and modems provide faster downloads and more reliable connectivity to the user without loss of quality or disruption of voice/fax telephone capabilities.

ADSL service operates at speeds of up to 24 Mbps downstream and up to 1 Mbps upstream. A secure dedicated pointto-point connection is established between the user and the central office of the service provider.

Modem Features

The DSL-320T ADSL Modem utilizes the latest ADSL enhancements to provide a reliable Internet portal suitable for most small to medium sized offices. DSL-320T advantages include:

• Data rates up to 24 Mbps for downstream and 1Mbps for upstream

• Friendly web-based graphical user interface for configuration and management

• Supports most ADSL, ADSL2, and ADSL2+ standards

• Auto-handshake and rate adaptation for different ADSL flavors

• Widest range of DSLAM interoperability

• Built-in MIBs for SNMP management

• Upgradeable firmware through HTTP

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Front Panel Display

Place the Modem in a location that permits an easy view of the LED indicators on the front panel.

The LED indicators on the front panel include Power, Status, ADSL, and Ethernet. The ADSL and Ethernet indicators monitor link status and activity (Link/Act).

Power

Status

ADSL (Link/Act)

Ethernet (Link/Act)

Steady green light indicates the unit is powered on. When the device is powered off this remains dark.

Lights steady green during power on self-test (POST). Once the connection status has been settled, the light will blink green. If the indicator lights steady green after the POST, the system has failed and the device should be rebooted.

Steady green light indicates a valid ADSL connection. This will light after the ADSL negotiation process has been settled. A blinking green light indicates activity on the WAN (ADSL) interface.

A solid green light indicates a valid link on startup. This light will blink when there is activity currently on the Ethernet port.

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Rear Panel Connections

All cable connections to the Modem are made at the rear panel. Connect the power adapter here to power on the Modem. Use the Reset button to restore the settings to the factory default values in the next chapter for instructions on using the reset button).

Connect network cables:

1. Insert the ADSL (telephone) cable into the ADSL port and then connect the cable to your telephone line.

2. Insert one end of the Ethernet cable into the Ethernet (LAN) port on the back panel of the Modem and the

other end of the cable to an Ethernet Adapter or available Ethernet port on your computer.

telephone line (RJ-11 port)

ADSL Port

Use the ADSL cable to

connect to the your

Ethernet Port

Use the Ethernet port

to connect the Modem

to your Ethernet LAN

or computer

Reset Button

To manually reset, depress

button with the power on

for at least seven seconds

Power Insert

Use the adapter shipped with the

Modem to connect to

power source

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Hardware Installation

The DSL-320T Modem maintains two separate interfaces, an Ethernet LAN and an ADSL (WAN) interface. Place the Modem in a location where it can be connected to the various devices as well as to a power source. The Modem should not be located where it will be exposed to moisture or excessive heat. Make sure the cables and power cord are placed safely out of the way so they do not create a tripping hazard. As with any electrical appliance, observe common sense safety procedures.

The Modem can be placed on a shelf or desktop, ideally you should be able to see the LED indicators on the front if you need to view them for troubleshooting.

Power on Modem

CAUTION: The Modem must be used with the power adapter included with the device.

To power on the Modem:

1. Insert the AC Power Adapter cord into the power receptacle located on the rear panel of the Modem and plug the

adapter into a suitable nearby power source.

2. You should see the Power LED indicator light up and remain lit. The Status LED should light solid green and begin

to blink after a few seconds.

3. If the Ethernet port is connected to a working device, check the Ethernet Link/Act LED indicators to make sure the

connection is valid. The Modem will attempt to establish the ADSL connection, if the ADSL line is connected and the Modem is properly configured this should light up after several seconds. If this is the first time installing the device, some settings may need to be changed before the Modem can establish a connection.

Factory Reset Button

The Modem may be reset to the original factory default settings by depressing the reset button for a few seconds while the device is powered on. Use a ballpoint or paperclip to gently push down the reset button. Remember that this will wipe out any settings stored in flash memory including user account information and LAN IP settings. The device settings will be restored to the factory default IP address 192.168.1.1 and the subnet mask is 255.255.255.0, the default management Username is “admin” and the default Password is “admin.”

Network Connections

Wired network connections are provided through the ADSL port and the Ethernet port on the back of the Modem. See the Rear Panel diagram above and the illustration below for examples.

Connect ADSL Line

Use the ADSL cable included with the Modem to connect it to a telephone wall socket or receptacle. Plug one end of the cable into the ADSL port (RJ-11 receptacle) on the rear panel of the Modem and insert the other end into the RJ-11 wall socket. If you are using a low pass filter device, follow the instructions included with the device or given to you by

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your service provider. The ADSL connection represents the WAN interface, the connection to the Internet. It is the physical link to the service provider’s network backbone and ultimately to the Internet.

Connect Modem to Ethernet

The Modem may be connected to a single computer or Ethernet device through the 10/100 BASE-TX Ethernet port on the rear panel. Any connection to an Ethernet concentrating device such as a switch or hub must operate at a speed of 10/100 Mbps only. When connecting the Modem to any Ethernet device that is capable of operating at speeds between 0~100Mbps, be sure that the device has auto-negotiation (NWay) enabled for the connecting port.

Use Category 5 or better twisted-pair Ethernet cable with RJ-45 connectors. The RJ-45 port on the Modem is auto MDIX/MDI-II meaning that is will link correctly with either MDI-II through or MDI-X crossed ports.

The rules governing Ethernet cable lengths apply to the LAN to Modem connection. Be sure that the cable connecting the LAN to the Modem does not exceed 100 meters.

Computer to Modem Connection

You can connect the Router directly to a 10/100BASE-TX Ethernet adapter card (NIC) installed on a PC using the Ethernet cable provided as shown in this diagram.

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Basic Modem Configuration

The first time you setup the Modem it is recommended that you configure the WAN connection using a single computer connected directly to the Modem. Once the WAN connection is functioning properly, you may continue to make changes to Modem configuration including IP settings and DHCP setup. For information on how to configure advanced features such as port redirection, filtering and firewall, please skip ahead to the Advanced Modem Management section on page 32.

Configuration Summary

1. Connect to the Modem To configure various settings used by the Modem for Internet and access it is first

necessary to access the Modem’s management HTML-based interface. This is done using an ordinary web browser. Your computer must be able to “see” the Modem before it can manage it using a browser. If the Modem is in the same “neighborhood” or subnet as the Modem, you should be able to access the management software. Therefore you must first make sure your computer has IP settings that place it in the same subnet as the Modem. The easiest way to make sure your computer has the correct IP settings is to configure it to use the DHCP server in the Modem. The DHCP server will automatically enable your computer to use a browser to manage the Modem. The next section describes how to change the IP configuration for a computer running a Windows operating system to be a DHCP client. If you are running another operating system, make sure your computer is configured as a DHCP client so it can automatically obtain IP settings from the Modem. Some operating systems will automatically select the best IP settings. Consult the user manual for the operating system (OS) if you are unsure.

2. Configure the Internet (WAN) Connection Most users will be able to complete this process using the Setup

Wizard. The Setup Wizard can be launched once you have successfully connected with the Modem’s management software. There are different methods used to establish the WAN connection to the service provider’s network and ultimately to the Internet. Your Modem may already have most of the settings configured by default. However you will probably at least have to type in a user name and password given to you by your ISP. You may also need to know the encapsulation and connection type required to use for your ADSL service. Your service provider should provide all the information needed to configure the WAN connection.

Computer IP Settings

In order to configure your system to receive IP settings from the Modem your computer must first have the TCP/IP protocol installed. If you have an Ethernet port on your computer, it probably already has TCP/IP protocol installed. If you are using Windows XP the TCP/IP is enabled by default for standard installations. Instructions for configuring your computer to receive IP settings from the Modem are provided in Appendix B on page 48.

For computers running non-Windows operating systems, follow the instructions for your OS that configure the system to receive an IP address from the Modem, that is, configure the system to be a DHCP client.

If you are not sure how to configure your Windows computer to be a DHCP client, see

Note

Configuring IP Settings on Your Computer beginning on page 48.

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Access the Configuration Manager

In order to make sure your computer’s IP settings allow it to communicate with the Modem, it is advisable to configure your system be a DHCP client – that is, it will get IP settings from the Modem. Appendix B describes how to configure different Windows operating systems to “Obtain IP settings automatically.”

Be sure that the web browser on your computer is not configured to use a proxy server in the Internet settings. In Windows Internet Explorer, you can check if a proxy server is enabled using the following procedure:

1. In Windows, click on the Start button and go to the Control Panel.

2. In the Control Panel window, click on the Network and Internet Options icon.

3. In the Network and Internet Connections window, click the Internet Options icon.

4. In the Internet Properties window, click on the Connections tab and click on the LAN Settings

Note

button.

5. Verify that the “Use a proxy server for your LAN (These settings will not apply to dial-up or VPN connections).” option is NOT checked. If it is checked, click in the checked box to deselect the option and click OK.

Alternatively, you can access this Internet Options menu using the Tools pull-down menu in Internet Explorer.

To use the web-based management software, launch a suitable web browser and direct it to the IP address of the Modem. Type in http:// followed by the default IP address, 192.168.1.1 in the address bar of the browser. The URL in the address bar should read: http://192.168.1.1.

A dialog box prompts for the User Name and Password. Type in the default User Name “admin,” and the default Password “admin” then click the OK button to access the web-based manager.

Enter Password dialog box

You should change the web-based manager access user name and password once you have verified that a connection can be established. The user name and password allows any PC within the same subnet as the Modem to access the web-based manger.

The user name and password used to access the web-based manager is NOT the same as the ADSL account user name and password needed for PPPoE/PPPoA connections to access the

Note

Internet.

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Home

When you successfully connect to the web manager, the Home directory tab will display the Setup Wizard window. You can launch the Setup Wizard from this page or use the buttons located in the left panel of the web page to view other windows used for basic configuration.

Click on a directory tab to

view the windows available

in that directory

Click on a menu button to

use or view the menu

Click the Run Wizard

button to launch the

Setup Wizard

Web Manager – First Time Log On

All configuration and management of the Modem is done using the web-based management interface pictured in the above example. The configuration windows are accessed by clicking on the directory tabs: Home, Advanced, Tools, Status, and Help. Each tab has associated window buttons in the left hand panel of the web interface. Basic setup of the Modem can be completed in the windows accessed from the Home directory including: (Setup) Wizard, WAN (Internet), LAN (to configure the IP address of the Modem), and DHCP.

Wizard

To use the Setup Wizard, click the Run Wizard button in the first browser window and follow the instructions in the pop-up window that appears.

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The initial window summarizes the setup process. Click the Next button to proceed. You may stop using the Setup Wizard at any time by clicking the Exit button. If you exit the wizard you will return to the opening Setup Wizard window without saving any of the settings changed during the process.

The first window of the Setup Wizard lists the basic steps in the process. These steps are as follows:

1. Configure the connection to the Internet.

2. Save the new configuration settings and reboot the system.

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Using the Setup Wizard - Choose Connection Type

Now select the Connection Type used for the Internet connection. Your ISP has given this information to you. The connection types available for “Multi-User” Mode are PPPoE/PPPoA, Static IP Address, and Bridge Mode. Each connection type has different settings that are configured in the next window of the Setup Wizard.

Select the Connection Type specific to your service and click Next to go to the next Setup Wizard window. Follow the instructions below for the type of connection you have selected.

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