RIP-1, RIP-2, and static routing protocol supports
Built-in NAT, DHCP servers
DNS relay supports
PAP/CHAP authentication, administrative passwords through Telnets
64-, 128-, and 256-bit WEP/WPA wireless LAN securitys
IEEE 802.3 Ethernet standard compliances
10/100 Base-T Ethernet ports (4)s
Fast Ethernet flow control supports
Web-based configuration setups
FTP firmware upgradeables
Web download supports
802.11b/g supports
WPS supports
1.3 Important Safety Instructions
When using telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be
followed to reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, and personal injury, including
the following:
Do not use this product near water – for example, near a bathtub, kitchen s
sink, laundry tub, or swimming pool, or in a wet basement;
Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical s
storm, as there may be a remote risk of electrical shock due to lightning;
Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak;s
Use only the power cord and batteries indicated in this manual;s
Do not dispose of batteries in fire, as they may explode – check with local s
codes for possible special disposal instructions.
To reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or larger (e.g., 24 AWG) UL Listed
or CSA Certified Telecommunication Line Cord.
1.4 Getting to Know the Gateway
This section contains a quick description of the Gateway’s lights, ports, etc.
The Gateway has several indicator lights (LEDs) and a button on its front panel,
and a series of ports and switches on its rear panel.
1.4a Front Panel
The front panel of the Gateway features nine lights: Power, DSL, Internet,
Ethernet (4), USB, and Wireless.
Power Light
The Power light displays the Gateway’s current status. If the Power light glows
steadily green, the Gateway is receiving power and fully operational. When the
Power light is rapidly flashing, the Gateway is initializing. If the Power light is
glows red when the Power cord is plugged in, the Gateway has suffered a critical
error and technical support should be contacted.
DSL Light
The DSL light illuminates when the Gateway is connected to a DSL line.
When the Internet light glows steadily, the Gateway is connected to the DSL
provider. When it flashes, the Gateway’s built-in DSL modem is training for the
DSL service.
Ethernet Lights
The Ethernet lights illuminate when the Gateway is connected to one or more of
its yellow Ethernet ports.
USB Light
The USB light illuminates when the Gateway is connected via its USB port.
Wireless Light
The Wireless light illuminates when the Gateway is connected wirelessly (if the
Gateway’s Wireless feature is turned on).
WPS Button
The WPS button activates WPS (WiFi Protected Setup) on the Gateway. See
chapter 4, “Configuring Wireless Settings,” for more information about WPS.
The rear panel of the Gateway contains seven ports (Ethernet [4], Phone, USB,
and Power), as well as Reset and Power switches.
Ethernet Ports
The Ethernet ports are used to connect computers to the Gateway via Ethernet
cable. The Ethernet ports are 10/100 Mbps auto-sensing ports, and either a straightthrough or crossover Ethernet cable can be used when connecting to the ports.
DSL Port
The DSL port is used to connect the Gateway to a DSL (Digital Subcriber Line)
connection.
Reset Switch
Depressing the Reset switch for one second will restore the Gateway’s factory
default settings. To reset the Gateway, depress and hold the Reset switch for
approximately ten seconds. The reset process will start after releasing the switch.
USB Port
The USB port is used to connect a computer to the Gateway via USB cable.
To complete the quick setup, have the Welcome Letter or ISP Worksheet handy. If
the document is not available, contact the ISP immediately.
To access the Quick Setup screens:
Open a Web browser. In the “Address” text box, type: 1.
If PPPoE was selected in step 5, the default user name and password are 6.
entered in the appropriate text boxes.If “DHCP” was selected, go to step 8.
If PPPoE was selected in step 5, select the IP type (“Dynamic IP-DHCP 7.
[Default]” or “Single Static IP Address”). If Single Static IP Address was
selected, enter the address in the appropriate text box.
Optional8. - Select the DNS type (“Dynamic DNS Addresses [Default]” or
“Static DNS Addresses”). If Static DNS Addresses was selected, enter the
primary and secondary DNS addresses in the appropriate text boxes. If
unsure what to enter in this section, contact the ISP.
Read the instructions on the next screen. The Gateway is successfully 10.
configured.
The Power light flashes rapidly while the Gateway restarts, then glows steadily
green when fully operational. The Internet light will also glow steadily green. The
Gateway is now configured and users can start surfing the Internet.
If an error appears, stating the Web browser was unable to connect to the
Internet, check the configuration settings. Ensure all the information required by
the ISP is entered correctly.
2.2 Changing the Password
To create or change the password allowing access to the Gateway’s Web
Configuration screens, follow these instructions:
From the “Home” screen, select 1. Security.
The “Security” screen appears. Select 2. Admin User Name and Password.
The “Change Admin Username/Password” screen appears. Enter a new 3.
Username in the “Admin User Name” text boxt, then enter a new password in
the “Admin Password” text box. Make sure to write down the user name and
password and keep it in a secure location. They will be needed to access the
Gateway’s Web Configuration screens in the future.
Click 4. Apply at the bottom of the screen.
Read the instructions on the next screen. The user name and password are 5.
successfully changed.
Once the Gateway has rebooted, the new user name and password are active.
To access the Gateway’s Web Configuration screens, the new user name and
password must be entered.
To view the Gateway’s connection statistics, select Status in the Home screen.
The “Broadband Connection Status” screen appears. There are three sections in
this screen: General Statistics, PPP Status, and DSL Status.
Note: No settings (other than connecting or disconnecting from the Internet
by clicking on Connect or Disconnect) can be changed from the Broadband
Connection Status screen.
3.1a General Statistics
The top section of the Broadband Connection Status screen displays general
statistics regarding the Gateway, including model number, firmware version, IP
address, and gateway IP address.
The middle section of the Broadband Connection Status screen displays the
status of the Gateway’s PPP connection, including user name, authentication
failures, and packets sent and received.
The bottom section of the Broadband Connection Status screen displays the
status of the Gateway’s DSL connection, including mode settings, connection
status, and number of discarded packets. Click Reset to refresh all statistics on
this screen
In the menu on the left side of the Broadband Connection Status screen, there
are two other options available to view: NATTable and Routing Table. Click to
generate the option of choice.
Selecting NAT Table generates the “NAT Table” screen. This screen displays an
overview of the current list of open connections through NAT (Network Address
Translation) the Gateway supports between the networked computers and the
Internet.
Routing Table
Selecting Routing Table generates the “Routing Table” screen. This screen
displays the an overview of the Gateway’s network routes.
To view the Gateway’s network status, select My Network in the “Home” screen.
The “My Network” screen appears, listing all devices connected to the network.
From this screen, various settings can be accessed, including Website blocking,
Schedule Rules, and Enable Application.
To view the network status of a particular device, click ViewDeviceDetails for
the device. An overview of the device’s network status appears.