D-link DSL-500 User Manual

Second Edition (April 2001)

6DSL500...02

DSL-500

ADSL Router

User’s Guide

DSL-500 ADSL Router User’s Guide

Wichtige Sicherheitshinweise

1. Bitte lesen Sie sich diese Hinweise sorgfältig durch.

2. Heben Sie diese Anleitung für den spätern Gebrauch auf.

3. Vor jedem Reinigen ist das Gerät vom Stromnetz zu trennen. Vervenden Sie keine Flüssig- oder Aerosolreiniger. Am besten dient ein angefeuchtetes Tuch zur Reinigung.

4. Um eine Beschädigung des Gerätes zu vermeiden sollten Sie nur Zubehörteile verwenden, die vom Hersteller zugelassen sind.

5. Das Gerät is vor Feuchtigkeit zu schützen.

6. Bei der Aufstellung des Gerätes ist auf sichern Stand zu achten. Ein Kippen oder Fallen könnte Verletzungen hervorrufen. Verwenden Sie nur sichere Standorte und beachten Sie die Aufstellhinweise des Herstellers.

7. Die Belüftungsöffnungen dienen zur Luftzirkulation die das Gerät vor Überhitzung schützt. Sorgen Sie dafür, daß diese Öffnungen nicht abgedeckt werden.

8. Beachten Sie beim Anschluß an das Stromnetz die Anschlußwerte.

9. Die Netzanschlußsteckdose muß aus Gründen der elektrischen Sicherheit einen Schutzleiterkontakt haben.

10. Verlegen Sie die Netzanschlußleitung so, daß niemand darüber fallen kann. Es sollete auch nichts auf der Leitung abgestellt werden.

11. Alle Hinweise und Warnungen die sich am Geräten befinden sind zu beachten.

12. Wird das Gerät über einen längeren Zeitraum nicht benutzt, sollten Sie es vom Stromnetz trennen. Somit wird im Falle einer Überspannung eine Beschädigung vermieden.

13. Durch die Lüftungsöffnungen dürfen niemals Gegenstände oder Flüssigkeiten in das Gerät gelangen. Dies könnte einen Brand bzw. Elektrischen Schlag auslösen.

14. Öffnen Sie niemals das Gerät. Das Gerät darf aus Gründen der elektrischen Sicherheit nur von authorisiertem Servicepersonal geöffnet werden.

15. Wenn folgende Situationen auftreten ist das Gerät vom Stromnetz zu trennen und von einer qualifizierten Servicestelle zu überprüfen:

a – Netzkabel oder Netzstecker sint beschädigt. b – Flüssigkeit ist in das Gerät eingedrungen. c – Das Gerät war Feuchtigkeit ausgesetzt. d – Wenn das Gerät nicht der Bedienungsanleitung ensprechend funktioniert oder Sie mit Hilfe dieser Anleitung keine

Verbesserung erzielen.

e – Das Gerät ist gefallen und/oder das Gehäuse ist beschädigt. f – Wenn das Gerät deutliche Anzeichen eines Defektes aufweist.

16. Bei Reparaturen dürfen nur Orginalersatzteile bzw. den Orginalteilen entsprechende Teile verwendet werden. Der Einsatz von ungeeigneten Ersatzteilen kann eine weitere Beschädigung hervorrufen.

17. Wenden Sie sich mit allen Fragen die Service und Repartur betreffen an Ihren Servicepartner. Somit stellen Sie die Betriebssicherheit des Gerätes sicher.

18. Zum Netzanschluß dieses Gerätes ist eine geprüfte Leitung zu verwenden, Für einen Nennstrom bis 6A und einem Gerätegewicht großer 3kg ist eine Leitung nicht leichter als H05VV-F, 3G, 0.75mm2 einzusetzen

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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

PREFACE.................................................................................................................VII

HIS USER’S GUIDE

...........................................................................................................................................

VII

Overview of the User’s Guide .......................................................................................................................vii

INTRODUCTION TO THE ROUTER .......................................................................... 1

OUTER DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION

R ADSL T P

ECHNOLOGY

RODUCT FEATURES

........................................................................................................................................... 1

............................................................................................................................................ 2

PPP (Point-to-Point Protocol) Security.......................................................................................................... 2

DHCP Support (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol)................................................................................ 2

Network Address Translation (NAT)............................................................................................................... 2

TCP/IP (Transfer Control Protocol/Internet Protocol)................................................................................... 2

RIP-1/RIP-2..................................................................................................................................................... 2

Static Routing .................................................................................................................................................. 3

Default Routing ...............................................................................................................................................3

ATM (Asynchronous Transfer Mode) .............................................................................................................. 3

Precise ATM Traffic Shaping .......................................................................................................................... 3

G.hs (Auto-handshake).................................................................................................................................... 3

High Performance ........................................................................................................................................... 3

Full Network Management.............................................................................................................................. 3

Telnet Connection............................................................................................................................................ 3

Easy Installation.............................................................................................................................................. 3

TANDARDS COMPATABILITY AND COMPLIANCE

RONT PANEL

EAR PANEL

NDICATORS

LED I

ERIFY PACKAGE CONTENTS

....................................................................................................................................................... 5

........................................................................................................................................................ 5

................................................................................................................................................. 6

............................................................................................................................... 7

............................................................................................................... 1

................................................................................................ 4

PREPARE FOR INSTALLATION.............................................................................. 21

ICROFILTERS AND SPLITTERS

.......................................................................................................................... 21

Microfilters.................................................................................................................................................... 22

Line Splitter ................................................................................................................................................... 23

DDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

............................................................................................................................. 24

PC WORKSTATION REQUIREMENTS........................................................................................................ 24

Operating System ........................................................................................................................................................ 24

Web Browser............................................................................................................................................................... 24

Ethernet Adapter..........................................................................................................................................................24

ADSL SETTINGS........................................................................................................................................... 24

CONNECTION METHOD ............................................................................................................................25

PPP CONNECTIONS (RFC 2516 & RFC 2364).......................................................................................... 25

Account Information (User Name and Password) ....................................................................................................... 25

BRIDGED ETHERNET CONNECTIONS (RFC 1483)................................................................................. 26

Global IP Address........................................................................................................................................................26

DNS SETTINGS......................................................................................................................................................... 26

HARDWARE INSTALLATION .................................................................................. 27

ONNECT THE POWER

ONNECT

ONNECT ETHERNET

ONNECT SERVER OR

ADSL L

........................................................................................................................................ 27

INE

....................................................................................................................................... 27

TO ROUTER

LAN

TO ROUTER

............................................................................................................. 27

................................................................................................................ 29

FIRST TIME SET UP................................................................................................ 30

ONFIGURE THE MANAGER

CCESS THE WEB-BASED MANAGER

ONFIGURE THE

WAN C

FOR

ONNECTION

DHCP .......................................................................................................31

................................................................................................................. 33

................................................................................................................. 34

PPPoE Connections ...................................................................................................................................... 35

Changing the Connection Type ..................................................................................................................... 36

PPPoA Connections ......................................................................................................................................37

RFC 1483 Bridged Ethernet Connections..................................................................................................... 38

Changing the User Name and Password....................................................................................................... 39

Saving Changes ............................................................................................................................................. 39

ONNECT TO

WAN ............................................................................................................................................ 40

Connect with PPP (PPPoE and PPPoA).......................................................................................................40

Connect with RFC 1483 ................................................................................................................................ 40

ISCONNECT

PPP............................................................................................................................................... 40

WEB-BASED MANAGEMENT.................................................................................. 41

CCESSING THE WEB MANAGER

Change User Name and Password................................................................................................................ 43

ONNECTION CONFIGURATION

PPPoE Configuration.................................................................................................................................... 44

Connect to WAN.........................................................................................................................................................45

Connection Type............................................................................................................................................ 46

Static IP Address Configuration (for RFC 1483).......................................................................................... 47

PPPoA Configuration.................................................................................................................................... 48

Connect to WAN.........................................................................................................................................................49

Line Condition............................................................................................................................................... 50

OUTER FUNCTIONS

........................................................................................................................................... 51

DHCP ............................................................................................................................................................ 51

NAT Configuration ........................................................................................................................................ 52

ECURITY FEATURES

.......................................................................................................................................... 54

Advanced Filtering and Firewall ..................................................................................................................54

Port Redirection ............................................................................................................................................ 58

OUTER UTILITY FUNCTIONS

Save Changes ................................................................................................................................................60

Update Firmware .......................................................................................................................................... 61

UMMARY STATISTICS

....................................................................................................................................... 62

....................................................................................................................... 41

.......................................................................................................................... 44

............................................................................................................................. 59

LAN SETUP.............................................................................................................. 63

SSIGNING NETWORK

Using the Default IP Address........................................................................................................................ 63

Manual IP Address Assignment ..................................................................................................................................63

Using DHCP................................................................................................................................................................ 64

Changing the IP Address of the Router ......................................................................................................... 64

IP A

DDRESSES

................................................................................................................ 63

USING THE CONSOLE MANAGER......................................................................... 67

ENERAL USE

AVING CHANGES

INDING THE PASSWORD

.................................................................................................................................................... 67

.............................................................................................................................................. 68

.................................................................................................................................... 68

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS............................................................................... 69

IP CONCEPTS ......................................................................................................... 71

DDRESSES

IP A

UBNET MASK

.................................................................................................................................................... 71

................................................................................................................................................... 73

DSL-500 FIRMWARE UPGRADE UTILITY .............................................................. 74

DSL-500 ADSL Router User’s Guide

Preface

Thank you for choosing the DSL-500 ADSL Router. The DSL-500 will provide your private small office or home network with convenient Internet access and rapid download speeds while improving network efficiency and security. D-Link strives to provide cost effective broadband access devices that are easy to use and upgrade for small office and home networks.

If you would like to set up the device quickly in order to verify that the ADSL connection to the WAN (wide area network) is working properly, please read the Quick Installation Guide included in the DSL-500 package.

This User’s Guide

This user’s guide provides instructions on how to install the DSL-500 ADSL Router and use it to connect several PCs on an Ethernet LAN (Local Area Network) to the Internet. For the sake of simplicity, this document uses the terms Router (first letter upper case) to refer specifically to the DSL-500 ADSL Router, and router (first letter lower case) to refer to all such devices including the DSL-500.

DSL services are provided by many different types of business entities such as telephone companies, Internet service providers (ISPs), DSL resellers and others. ADSL service is sometimes bundled together with some form of network service such as an ISP account. This guide uses the generic terms ADSL service provider or network service provider to refer to any or all businesses that provide ADSL service or Internet account services.

Furthermore it is assumed that the reader has some familiarity with Ethernet networks, networking devices, routing protocols and the TCP/IP suite of protocols.

Overview of the User’s Guide

Chapter 1 Introduction to Router

Provides an introduction to ADSL. Lists standards to which the Router complies. Contains a packing list.

Chapter 2 Prepare for Installation

installation of the Router, including specific information needed for configuration. Provides space for recording all the necessary information.

Chapter 3 Hardware Installation

Ethernet LAN.

– Describes the Router and its key features.

– Lists everything needed for the

– Discusses how to connect the Router to an

Chapter 4 First Time Set Up

Router and establish the ADSL connection using the web-based manager.

– Provides information on how to configure the

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Chapter 5 Web-based Management

– Describes how to use the web-based

manager and discusses the management options available.

Chapter 6 LAN Setup

– Discusses different options for IP addressing on your

LAN. Describes how to change the IP address of the LAN interface on the Router.

Chapter 7 Using the Console Manager

- Describes how to use the console manager and lists the most commonly used commands, including how to change the password used to access the web-based manager.

Appendix A Technical Specifications

– Lists the technical specifications of

the Router, including standards compliance.

Appendix B IP Concepts

– A discussion of IP address assignment and subnets

for a private network.

Appendix C DSL-500 Firmware Upgrade Utility

– Describes how to install

and use the firmware upgrade utility used with the Router.

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Introduction to the Router

This chapter describes the Router and it features and includes an introduction to ADSL technology. Diagrams are provided detailing the hardware and LED indicators. A list of package contents is presented at the end of the chapter.

Router Description and Operation

The DSL-500 ADSL Router is designed to provide a simple, cost-effective and secure ADSL Internet connection for your small- to medium-sized private network. The DSL-500 combines the benefits of high-speed ADSL connection technology and TCP/IP routing with a conventional Ethernet interface in one compact and convenient package. ADSL connection technology enables many interactive multi-media applications such as video conferencing and collaborative computing.

The Router is easy to install and use. The DSL-500 connects to an Ethernet LAN via a standard Ethernet 10BASE-T interface using RJ-45 connectors. The ADSL connection is made using ordinary twisted-pair telephone line with standard RJ-11 connectors. This arrangement means that several PCs can be networked and connected to the Internet using a single WAN interface and IP address.

The Router supports transparent bridging and can be used for IP packet routing over the Internet. Cost saving features of the Router such as NAT (Network Address Translator) and DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) improve administration efficiency and improve security. The advanced security enhancements, packet filtering and port redirection, can help protect your network from potentially devastating intrusions by malicious agents from outside your network.

ADSL Technology

Asymmetric Digital Subscriber Line (ADSL) is an access technology that utilizes ordinary copper telephone lines to enable broadband high-speed digital data transmission and interactive multimedia applications for business and residential customers. The use of existing copper telephone lines forgoes the need for upgrading lines or adding expensive new cable.

ADSL devices use digital coding techniques that greatly increase the potential capacity of phone lines without interfering with regular telephone services. For the ADSL user, this means much faster data communications and the potential for interactive video capabilities. ADSL devices make it possible to enjoy benefits such as high-speed Internet access, telecommuting (remote LAN access), collaborative computing, distance learning, movies on demand and multi-player

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video gaming, without experiencing any loss of quality or disruption of voice/fax telephone capabilities.

ADSL provides a dedicated service over a single telephone line operating at speeds of up to 8 Mbps downstream (to the user) and up to 640 Kbps upstream depending on local telephone line conditions. These conditions are ideal for many user applications. A secure point-to-point connection is established between the user and the central office of the local telephone service provider. The user is always connected thus eliminating dial-up time and simplifying connectivity issues.

Product Features

The DSL-500 ADSL Router utilizes the latest ADSL enhancements and router technologies to provide a robust Internet gateway suitable for most small to medium sized offices.

PPP (Point-to-Point Protocol) Security

The DSL-500 ADSL Router supports PAP (Password Authentication Protocol) and CHAP (Challenge Handshake Authentication Protocol) for PPP connections.

DHCP Support (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol)

DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) automatically and dynamically assigns al LAN IP settings to each host on your network. This eliminates the need to reconfigure every host whenever changes in network topology occur.

Network Address Translation (NAT)

For small office environments, the DSL-500 allows multiple users on the LAN to access the Internet concurrently through a single Internet account. This provides Internet access to everyone in the office for the price of a single user.

NAT improves network security in effect by hiding the private network behind one global and visible IP address. NAT address mapping can also be used to link two IP domains via a LAN-to-LAN connection.

TCP/IP (Transfer Control Protocol/Internet Protocol)

The DSL-500 supports TCP/IP protocol, the language used for the Internet. It is compatible with access servers manufactured by major vendors.

RIP-1/RIP-2

The DSL-500 supports both RIP-1 and RIP-2 exchanges with other routers. Using both versions lets the Router to communicate with all RIP enabled devices.

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Static Routing

This allows you to select a data path to a particular network destination that will remain in the routing table and never “age out”. If you wish to define a specific route that will always be used for data traffic from your LAN to a specific destination within your LAN (for example to another router or a server) or outside your network (to a ISP defined default gateway for instance).

Default Routing

This allows you to choose a default path for incoming data packets for which the destination address is unknown. This is particularly useful when if the Router functions as the sole connection to the Internet.

ATM (Asynchronous Transfer Mode)

The DSL-500 supports (RFC1577) and Virtual Circuit Connections (VCCs).

PPP over ATM

Bridged Ethernet over ATM

(RFC 2364). The Router can support up to eight

(RFC1483),

IP over ATM

Precise ATM Traffic Shaping

Traffic shaping is a method of controlling the flow rate of ATM data cells. This function helps to establish the Quality of Service for ATM data transfer.

G.hs (Auto-handshake)

This allows the Router to automatically choose either the G.lite or G.dmt ADSL connection standards.

High Performance

Very high rates of data transfer are possible with the Router. Up to 8 Mbps downstream bit rate using the G.dmt.

Full Network Management

The DSL-500 incorporates SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) support for web-based management and text-based network management via an RS-232 or

Telnet

connection.

Telnet Connection

The Telnet enables a network manager to access the Router’s management software remotely.

Easy Installation

The DSL-500 uses a web-based graphical user interface program for convenient management access and easy set up. Any common web browser software can be used to manage the Router.

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Standards Compatability and Compliance

The DSL-500 complies with or is compatible with the following standards as recognized by their respective agencies.

♦

ITU G.994.1 (G.Hs

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ITU G.992.1 (G.dmt

♦

ITU G.992.2 (G.lite

♦

ITU-T Rec. I.361 compliant

♦

ITU-T Rec. I.610 compliant

♦

Compatible with all T1.413 issue 2 (full rate DMT over analog POTS), and CO DSLAM equipment

♦

RFC 1483 Multi-protocol over ATM “Bridged Ethernet” compliant

♦

RFC 2364

♦

RFC 2516

PPP over ATM

PPP over Ethernet

Auto-handshake

Full-rate ADSL

) compliant

“Splitterless ADSL”

compliant

) compliant

♦

RFC 1334 PPP Authentication Protocol compliant

♦

RFC 1994 Challenge Handshake Authentication Protocol compliant

♦

RFC 791

♦

RFC 826 Address Resolution Protocol compliant

♦

RFC 950 Internet Control Message Protocol compliant

♦

RFC 1631 Net Address Translator compliant

♦

Supports RFC 2131 and RFC 2132 DHCP functions including: automatic

Internet Protocol

compliant

assignment of IP address, use of subnet mask and default gateway and provision of DNS server address for all hosts

♦

IEEE 802.3 compliant

♦

IEEE 802.3u compliant

♦

IEEE 802.1d compliant

♦

Supports RIP v1 and RIP v2

♦

Supports Static Routing

♦

Supports ATM Forum UNI V3.1 PVC

♦

Minimum ATM cell forwarding rate: 640 Kbps

♦

Supports up to eight simultaneous ATM virtual connections

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Front Panel

Place the Router in a location that permits an easy view of the LED indicators shown in the front panel diagram below.

Front Panel

Rear Panel

The rear panel of the Router provides access to the AC power adapter cord connection as well as the port connections.

Rear Panel

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LED Indicators

The LED Indicators read as follows:

Power

Status

ADSL: Link

ADSL: Act

Ethernet: Link

Ethernet: Act

Steady green light indicates the unit is powered on.

Lights steady green during the ADSL negotiation phase. Once the connection status has been settled, the light will blink green.

Steady green light indicates a valid ADSL connection. This will light after the ADSL negotiation process has been settled.

Blinking green light indicates an active wan session.

Steady green light indicates a valid Ethernet connection.

Blinking green indicates an active Ethernet session.

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Verify Package Contents

Open the box and carefully remove all items. In addition to this Installation Guide, make sure that you have:

ADSL Cable

1. One DSL-500 ADSL Router

2. One AC power adapter suitable for your electric service

3. One RS-232 (DB-9 to DB-9) cable for console connection

4. One ADSL telephone cable with RJ-11 connectors for ADSL connection

(standard telephone wire)

5. One DSL-500 tool kit on CD-ROM

6. One DSL-500 User’s Guide

DSL-500 ADSL Router User’s Guide

Prepare for Installation

For the smoothest possible installation, assemble all the equipment and information needed to set up the Router and establish the initial ADSL connection before you begin. Everything needed for the installation is listed and discussed in this chapter.

Microfilters and Splitters

Most ADSL clients will be required to install a simple device that prevents the ADSL line from interfering with regular telephone services. These devices are commonly referred to as microfilters or sometimes called (inaccurately) line splitters. They are easy to install and use standard telephone connectors and cable.

Some ADSL service providers will send a telecommunications technician to modify the telephone line, usually at the point where the phone line enters the building. If a technician has divided or split your telephone line into two separate lines - one for regular telephone service and the other for ADSL – then you do not need to use any type of filter device. Follow the instructions given to you by your ADSL service provider about where and how you should connect the Modem to the ADSL line.

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Microfilters

Unless you are instructed to use a “line splitter” (see below), it will be necessary to install a microfilter (low pass filter) device for each telephone or telephone device (answering machines, Faxes etc.) that share the line with the ADSL service. Microfilters are easy-to-install, in-line devices, which attach to the telephone cable between the telephone and wall jack. Microfilters that install behind the wall plate are also available. A typical in-line microfilter installation is shown in the diagram below.

Microfilter Installation

Note:

Do not install the microfilter between the Modem and the telephone jack. Microfilters are only intended for use with regular telephones, Fax machines and other regular telephone devices.

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Line Splitter

If you are instructed to use a “line splitter”, you must install the device between the Modem and the phone jack. Use standard telephone cable with standard RJ11 connectors. The splitter has three RJ-11 ports used to connect to the wall jack, the Modem and if desired, a telephone or telephone device. The connection ports are typically labeled as follows:

Line

- This port connects to the wall jack.

ADSL

Phone

– This port connects to the Modem.

– This port connects to a telephone or other telephone device.

The diagram below illustrates the proper use of the splitter.

Line Splitter Installation

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Additional Requirements

You will need a PC (referred to in this guide as the Manager PC) to set up and use the Router. In addition, it will be necessary to configure the device using information provided by your ADSL service provider. This information is used to establish the parameters of the ADSL connection and identify the Router on the WAN. The requirements for the PCs on your LAN are summarized below.

PC WORKSTATION REQUIREMENTS

You can use the Router with PCs that meet the conditions discussed here.

Operating System

The web-based management software can be used on PCs running one of the following operating systems:

Microsoft Windows 95 Windows 98 SE Windows 2000

Windows 98 Windows Me Windows NT 4.x

Web Browser

Any common web browser such as

Navigator

management software.

Ethernet Adapter

All PCs using the Router for Internet access, including the Manager PC, must have an Ethernet NIC (Network Interface Card) installed. Each computer on the internal network must have TCP/IP Protocol enabled. If you have an existing Ethernet set up, the PCs should already meet this requirement.

can be used to configure the Router using the embedded web-based

Microsoft Internet Explorer

Netscape

ADSL SETTINGS

Each ADSL client on a DSL network has a unique integer pair used by the DSL network managers to provide dedicated bandwidth on the ATM network backbone. This pair of numbers is sometimes called the VPI/VCI pair.

Virtual Path Identifier

The must be entered during the configuration process.

(VPI) and a

Virtual Channel Identifier

(VCI)

ADSL SETTINGS

VPI value: VCI value:

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CONNECTION METHOD

It is necessary to know the connection method used for the ADSL connection. The connection method is also known as the ADSL Protocol, Encapsulation Protocol or Encapsulation Method. These protocols are defined by “RFCs” which are internationally recognized standards for networking protocols. You will be required to configure the Router to use the correct method. PPP connections require account information to be entered and stored in the device. Bridged Ethernet connections require that the IP settings be set manually.

The Router supports three connection methods:

♦

PPP over Ethernet (RFC 2516) used by default

♦

PPP over ATM (RFC 2364)

♦

Ethernet over ATM (RFC 1483)

CONNECTION METHOD

Protocol: RFC 2516 Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet

RFC 1483 Multi-protocol Encapsulation over ATM

RFC 2364 Point-to-Point Protocol over ATM

PPP CONNECTIONS (RFC 2516 & RFC 2364)

Account Information (User Name and Password)

For PPP connections, a User Name and Password for the user account are needed to connect to the service provider’s network.

ACCOUNT INFORMATION (PPP Connections Only)

User Name:

Password:

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BRIDGED ETHERNET CONNECTIONS (RFC 1483)

For Bridged Ethernet connections it will be necessary to give the Router a global IP address and default gateway.

Global IP Address

If the connection method used is Ethernet over ATM (RFC 1483), a unique global IP address will be needed for the Router. The assigned global IP address must be entered When using the default connection method, PPP over Ethernet (RFC 2516), a global IP address will be assigned automatically during the connection process.

only if

the connection method used is Ethernet over ATM (RFC 1483).

Default Gateway IP Address

Some network service providers require that a default gateway router be used by the Router to connect to their network backbone. If this is the case, the IP address of the default gateway (router) must be entered during the configuration of the device.

BRIDGED ETHERNET CONNECTIONS

Global IP Address:

Default Gateway IP Address:

DNS SETTINGS

Your DSL service provider should give you DNS settings. These settings should include the IP address of the DNS server as well as its domain name. You must enter these in the DHCP Configuration menu.

DNS Domain Name:

DNS Server IP Address:

______ : ______ : ______ : ______

DNS SETTINGS

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Hardware Installation

This chapter discusses the various connections you will need to make in order to use the Router.

When selecting the location for the Router, allow room to access the connections on the rear panel. You will want to place the Router so that you will be able to see the LED indicators on the front panel. Also allow some space above the Router for ventilation to avoid problems with overheating.

It may be convenient for you locate the Router near the PC you intend to use for initial configuration of the Router. For initial configuration of the device you may need convenient access to the RS-232 serial port on the rear panel. The RS-232 serial port is intended for use with text-based console management software for the initial configuration and for out-of-band management of the Router. Whether it is necessary to use an RS-232 console manager for first time set up depends on how you allocate IP addresses on your network. Read Chapter 4,

to help you decide how best to use the Router on your network.

First Time Set

Connect the Power

Insert the AC Power Adapter cord into the power receptacle located on the rear panel of the Router and plug the adapter into a nearby power source. You should see the Power LED indicator light up and remain lit.

Connect ADSL Line

Use the twisted-pair ADSL cable (standard telephone cable) included with the Router to connect it to your telephone line. Simply plug one end of the cable into the ADSL port (RJ-11 receptacle) on the rear panel of the Router and insert the other end into the wall jack. The ADSL connection is the WAN interface. It links the Router to the network service provider’s backbone infrastructure. This is the Router’s access point to the Internet.

The Router must undergo a negotiation process to establish the terms of the ADSL connection. During this negotiation the Status LED will light a steady green, after which it will blink. If the ADSL line is disconnected, it will repeat this process.

Connect Ethernet LAN to Router

The Router may be connected to any 10BASE-T Ethernet LAN. Connection to an Ethernet concentrating device such as a switch or hub should use standard twisted-pair cable with RJ-45 connectors. The RJ-45 port on the Router is a

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straight-through (MDI-X) connection. Follow standard Ethernet guidelines when deciding what type of cable to use to make this connection. Use a normal crossed cable when connecting the Router to a normal (MDI-X) port on a switch or hub. Use a straight-through cable when connecting it to an uplink (MDI-II) port on a hub or switch. When connecting the Router directly to a PC or server (MDI-II) use a straight-through cable. A valid connection will be indicated by a steady green Ethernet Link LED indicator.

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

The diagram below illustrates a typical Ethernet LAN to Router connection.

LAN to Router Connection

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