VisionNet 202ER User Manual
VisionNet 202ER ADSL Ethernet Router User’s Guide
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1 Introduction
Congratulations on becoming the owner of the VisionNet 202ER
ADSL Ethernet bridge/router. Your LAN (local area network) will
now be able to access the Internet using your high-speed ADSL
connection.
This User Guide will show you how to install and set up the
VisionNet 202ER ADSL Bridge/Router, and how to customize its
configuration to get the most out of your new product.
Features
Internal ADSL modem for high-speed Internet access
10/100Base-T Ethernet router to provide Internet
connectivity to all computers on your LAN
Network address translation (NAT), Firewall, and IP filtering
functions to provide security for your LAN
Network configuration through DHCP Server and DHCP
Relay
Services including IP route and DNS configuration, RIP,
and IP and DSL performance monitoring
Configuration program you access via an HTML browser
System Requirements
In order to use the VisionNet 202ER ADSL/Ethernet router, you
must have the following:
ADSL service up and running on your telephone line, with
at least one public Internet address for your LAN
One or more computers each containing an Ethernet
10Base-T/100Base-T network interface card (NIC)
An Ethernet hub/switch, if you are connecting the device to
more than one computer on an Ethernet network.
For system configuration using the supplied web-based
program: a web browser such as Internet Explorer v5.0 or
later, or Netscape v6.2 or later
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Using this Document
Notational conventions
Acronyms are defined the first time they appear in text and
in the glossary (Appendix D).
For brevity, the VisionNet 202ER is referred to as “the
router.”
The terms LAN and network are used interchangeably to
refer to a group of Ethernet-connected computers at one
site.
Typographical conventions
Italics are used to identify terms that are defined in the
glossary (Appendix D).
Bolded text is used for items you select from menus and
drop-down lists, and to identify field labels you view onscreen.
Special messages
This document uses the following icons to call your attention to
specific instructions or explanations.
Note
Provides clarifying or non-essential information on the current
topic.
Definition
Explains terms or acronyms that may be unfamiliar to many
readers. These terms are also included in the Glossary.
WARNING
Provides messages of high importance, including messages
relating to personal safety or system integrity.
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2 Getting to Know the VisionNet 202ER
Parts Check
In addition to this document, your VisionNet 202ER should arrive
with the following (in picture, clockwise from upper left):
VisionNet 202ER ADSL Ethernet Router
Power adapter and power cord
CD with Manual
Quick Start Guide
Ethernet cable (“straight-through” type)
Standard phone/DSL line cable
Figure 1. VisionNet 202ER ADSL/Ethernet Router Package Contents
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Front Panel
The front panel contains lights called LEDs that indicate the status
of the unit.
Figure 2. Front Panel and LEDs
Label When On
PPP Solid green when using PPPoE or PPPoA, if the user has
authenticated to the ISP’s server.
LAN On: LAN link established and active.
Off: No LAN link
SYNC On: ADSL link established and active
Blinking: DSL signal found
Off: No ADSL link
Tx/Rx Flashes when ADSL data activity occurs.
May appear solid when data traffic is heavy.
ACT On: Device passed self test
Blinking: Device failed self test
POWER On: Unit is powered on
Off: Unit is powered off
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Rear Panel
The rear panel contains the ports for the unit's data and power
connections.
Figure 3. Rear Panel Connections
Label Function
POWER Switches the unit on and off
DC INPUT Connects to the supplied power converter cable
Ethernet Connects the device to your PC's Ethernet port, or to
the uplink port on your LAN's hub, using the cable
provided
PHONE Provides an in-line filter connection to your telephone
LINE Connects the device to a telephone jack for DSL
communication
RESET Resets the device to the DQ’s default configuration
(must be pressed 3 times to reset).
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3 Quick Start
This Quick Start provides basic instructions for connecting the
VisionNet 202ER to a computer or LAN and to the Internet.
Part 1 describes setting up the hardware.
Part 2 shows you how to configure basic settings on the
VisionNet 202ER to get your LAN connected to the Internet.
This Quick Start assumes that you have already established ADSL
service with your Internet service provider (ISP). These instructions
provide a basic configuration that should be compatible with your
home or small office network setup. Refer to the subsequent
chapters for additional configuration instructions.
Part 1 — Connecting the Hardware
In Part 1, you connect the device to the phone jack, the power outlet,
and your computer or network.
WARNING
Before you begin, turn the power off for all devices. These
include your computer(s), your LAN hub/switch (if applicable),
and the VisionNet 202ER.
Figure 4 illustrates the hardware connections. The layout of the
ports on your device may vary from the layout shown. Refer to the
steps that follow for specific instructions.
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