Westell Technologies 327W User Manual

VERSALINK™ GATEWAY (MODEL 327W)

USER GUIDE

User Guide

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION ..................................................................................................................................4

2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS...................................................................................................................................4

3. REGULATORY INFORMATION........................................................................................................................5

3.1 FCC Compliance Note...............................................................................................................................5

3.2 Canada Certification Notice.......................................................................................................................6

4. NETWORKING REQUIREMENTS.....................................................................................................................8

5. HARDWARE FEATURES....................................................................................................................................9

5.1 LED Indicators...........................................................................................................................................9

5.2 Cable Connectors and Switch Locations..................................................................................................10

5.3 Connector Descriptions............................................................................................................................11

5.4 Pin-out Descriptions.................................................................................................................................11

6. INSTALLING THE HARDWARE......................................................................................................................12

6.1 Installation Requirements ........................................................................................................................12

6.2 Before you begin......................................................................................................................................12

6.3 Microfilters ..............................................................................................................................................12

6.4 Hardware Installations.............................................................................................................................13

7. CONFIGURING VERSALINK FOR INTERNET CONNECTION...................................................................17

7.1 Setting Up an Account Profile .................................................................................................................17

7.2 Confirming a DSL Sync...........................................................................................................................22

7.3 Establishing a PPP Session......................................................................................................................24

7.4 Disconnecting a PPP Session...................................................................................................................26

8. SETTING UP MACINTOSH OS X.....................................................................................................................27

9. SETTING UP ADVANCED CONFIGURATION..............................................................................................32

10. HOME..................................................................................................................................................................33

10.1 Adding Account Profiles..........................................................................................................................34

10.2 Editing Account Profiles..........................................................................................................................35

11. STATUS...............................................................................................................................................................37

11.1 Connection Summary...............................................................................................................................37

11.2 About .......................................................................................................................................................38

12. CONFIGURATION.............................................................................................................................................39

12.1 Single Static IP – Single IP Address PassThrough..................................................................................39

12.2 Service Configuration..............................................................................................................................44

12.3 Firewall Configuration.............................................................................................................................56

12.4 Wireless Configuration............................................................................................................................60

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13. SETTING UP ADVANCED SERVICE CONFIGURATION...........................................................................115

14. MAINTENANCE...............................................................................................................................................123

Advanced LAN........................................................................................................................................69

12.5

12.6 Advanced WAN.......................................................................................................................................85

13.1 Port Forwarding Ranges of Ports...........................................................................................................116

13.2 Adding Port Forwarding Ports...............................................................................................................116

13.3 Port Forwarding Trigger Ports...............................................................................................................117

13.4 Adding Local Trigger Ports ...................................................................................................................118

13.5 Static NAT.............................................................................................................................................119

13.6 Enabling Static NAT..............................................................................................................................120

13.7 Disabling Static NAT.............................................................................................................................121

14.1 Backup/Restore......................................................................................................................................123

14.2 Firewall Log...........................................................................................................................................124

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14.3 Administrative Password.......................................................................................................................126

14.4 Remote Access.......................................................................................................................................127

14.5 Update Device........................................................................................................................................128

15. TROUBLESHOOTING.....................................................................................................................................133

15.1 System Self Tests ...................................................................................................................................133

15.2 Diagnostic Logs.....................................................................................................................................135

15.3 Statistics.................................................................................................................................................139

15.4 Wireless Statistics..................................................................................................................................142

15.5 Status......................................................................................................................................................144

16. NAT SERVICES................................................................................................................................................150

17. TECHNICAL SUPPORT INFORMATION......................................................................................................154

18. WARRANTY AND REPAIRS..........................................................................................................................154

19. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS.........................................................................................................................155

20. SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT............................................................................................................156

21. PUBLICATION INFORMATION.....................................................................................................................157

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1. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

The Westell® VersaLink™ Gateway provides reliable, high-speed, Internet access to your existing small office phone line. Your ADSL connection is “always-on” ending the hassles of dial-up modems and busy signals. Installation is easy ... no tools ... no headaches. Simply connect the hardware, apply power, and perform the simple software configuration for VersaLink and you are on the Internet.

VersaLink™ is capable of data rates hundreds of times faster than a traditional analog mod em. But unlike analog modems, VersaLink™ allows you to use the same phone line for simultaneous voice/fax communications and highspeed Internet access, eliminating the need for dedicated phone lines for voice and data needs. VersaLink™ supports a variety of networking interfaces such as wireless 802.11b/g/g+, ADSL, Ethernet and the following optional features:

• VersaPort™: Alternate WAN uplink port

• Layer w/2 QOS with VLAN tagging

• HotSpot

• Simultaneous publi c/ private network support

Hereafter, the Westell® VersaLink™ Gateway will be referred to as “VersaLink” or “Gateway.”

2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Never install any telephone wiring during a lightning storm. Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations. Never touch non-insulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the

network interface. Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.

WARNING

Risk of electric shock. Voltages up to 140 Vdc (with reference to ground) may be present on telecommunications circuits.

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3. REGULATORY INFORMATION

3.1 FCC Compliance Note

(FCC ID: CH8-327WXX-6)

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the Federal Communication Commission (FCC) Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment 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 particu lar installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the 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 the receiver.

• Connect the equipment to a different circuit from that to which the receiver is connected.

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

Modifications made to the product, unless expressly approved by Westell Inc., could void the users’ right to operate the equipment.

RF EXPOSURE

This device has been tested and complies with FCC RF Exposure (SAR) limits in typical laptop computer configurations and this device can be used in desktop or laptop computers with side-mounted PCMCIA slots, which can provide 1 cm separation distance from the antenna to the body of the user or a nearby person. Thin laptop computers may need special attention to maintain antenna spacing while operating. This device cannot be used with handheld PDAs (personal digital assistants). Use in other configurations may not ensure compliance with FCC RF exposure guidelines. This device and its antenna must not be co-located or operate in conjunction with another antenna or transmitter.

PART 68 – COMPLIANCE REGISTRATION

This equipment (Model 327W) complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules and the requirements adopted by the ACTA. A label on the bottom of this equipment contains, among other information, the Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) and the product identifier. For products approved after July 23, 2001 the product identifier is in the format US:AAAEQ##TXXXX. The digits represented by ## are the REN without a decimal point (e.g. 03 is a REN of 0.3). The REN is used to determine the number of devices that may be connected to a telephone line. For earlier products, the REN is separately shown on the label. If requested, this number must be provided to the telephone company.

Excessive RENs on a telephone line may result in the devices not ringing in response to an incoming call. In most, but not all areas, the sum of RENs should not exceed five (5.0). To be certain of the number of devices that may be connected to a line, as determined by the total RENs, contact the local telephone company.

This equipment is designated to connect to the telephone network or premises wiring using a compatible modular jack that is Part 68 compliant. An FCC compliant telephone cord and modular plug is provided with the equipment. See the Installation Information section of this User Guide for details.

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A plug and jack used to connect this equipment to the premises w iring an d telephone network must comply with the applicable FCC Part 68 rules and requirements adopted by the ACTA. A compliant telephone cord and modular plug is provided with this product. It is designed to be connected to a compatible modular jack that is also compliant. See installation instruction for details.

If this terminal equipment (Model 327W) causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may request you to disconnect the equipment until the problem is resolved. The telephone company will notify you in advance if temporary discontinuance of service is required. If advance notification is not practical, the telephone company will notify you as soon as possible. You will be advised of your right to file a complaint with th e FCC if you believe such action is necessary.

If you experience trouble with this equipment (Model 327W), do not try to repair the equipment yourself. The equipment cannot be repaired in the field. Contact your ISP, or contact the original provider of your DSL equipment.

The telephone company may make changes to their facilities, equipment, operations, or pro cedures that could affect the operation of this equipment. If this happens, the telephone company will provide advance notice in order for you to make the modifications necessary to maintain uninterrupted service.

If your home has specially wired alarm equipment connected to the telephone line, ensure that the installation o f th is equipment (Model 327W) does not disable your alarm equipment. If you have questions about what will disable alarm equipment, consult your telephone company or a qualified installer.

This equipment cannot be used on public coin phone service provided by the telephone company. Connection of this equipment to party line service is subject to state tariffs.

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3.2 Canada Certification Notice

The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment. This certification means that the equipment meets certain telecommunications network protective, operations and safety requirements as prescribed in the appropriate Terminal Equipment Technical Requirements document(s). The department does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the user’s satisfaction.

This equipment meets the applicable Industry Canada Terminal Equipment Technical Specification. This is confirmed by the registration number. The abbreviation, IC, before the registration number signifies that registration was performed based on a Declaration of Conformity indicating that Industry Canada technical specification were met. It does not imply that Industry Canada approved the equipment. The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) is 0.0. The Ringer Equivalence Number that is assigned to each piece of terminal equipment provides an indication of the maximum number of terminals allowed to be connected to a telephone interface. The termination on an interface may consist of any combination of devices subject only to the requirement that the sum of the Ringer Equivalence Numbers of all the devices does not exceed five.

Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it is permissible to be connected to the facilities of the local Telecommunication Company. The equipment must also be installed using an acceptable method of connection. The customer should be aware that compliance with the above conditions may not prevent degrad ation of service in some situations. Connection to a party line service is subject to state tariffs. Contact the state public utility commission, public service commission, or corporation commission for information.

If you experience trouble with this equipment (Model 327W), do not try to repair the equipment yourself. The equipment cannot be repaired in the field and must be returned to the manufacturer. Repairs to certified equipment

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should be coordinated by a representative, and designated by the supplier. Refer to section 18 in this User Guide for further details.

The termination on an interface may consist of any combination of devices subject only to the requirement that the sum of the Ringer Equivalence Numbers of all the devices does not exceed five.

Users should ensure, for their own protection, that the electrical ground connections of the power utility, telephon e lines, and internal, metallic water pipe system, if present, are connected together. This precaution may be particularly important in rural areas.

CAUTION

Users should not attempt to make such connections themselves, but should contact the appropriate electrical inspection authority, or electrician, as appropriate.

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4. NETWORKING REQUIREMENTS

The following system specifications are required for optimum performance of the VersaLink™ via 10/100 Base-T or Wireless installations.

CONNECTION

TYPE

ETHERNET

WIRELESS

IEEE 802.11g

MINIMUM SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

• Pentium

• Microsoft® Wind ows

® or equivalent class machines

® (95, 98, ME, 2000, NT 4.0, or

XP) Macintosh® OS X, or Linux installed

• 64 MB RAM (128 MB recommended)

• 10 MB of free hard drive space

• TCP/IP Protocol stack installed

• 10/100 Base-T Network Interface Card (NIC)

• Computer Operating System CD-ROM on hand

• Pentium

• Microsoft

Macintosh

® or equivalent class machines

® Windows® (98, ME, 2000, or XP) or

® OS X installed

• Computer Operating System CD-ROM on hand

• Internet Explorer 4. x or Net s cape Navigator 4.x or

higher

• 64 MB RAM (128 MB recommended)

• 10 MB of free hard drive space

• An available IEEE 802.11b/g/g+ PC adapter

NETWORKING

SCHEME

Networking via 10/100 Base-T Ethernet requires an available Ethernet port with a 10/100 Base-T Network Interface Card (NIC) installed.

Networking via Wireless or other

802.11b/g/g+ capable network adapter card.

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5. HARDWARE FEATURES

5.1 LED Indicators

This section explains the LED States and Descriptions. LED indicators are used to verify the unit’s operation and status.

LED States and Descriptions

LED State Description

Solid Green

OFF

POWER

Solid Red

Solid Green

ETHERNET

(E1, E2, E3, E4)

Flashing Green

OFF

Solid Green

WIRELESS

DSL

INTERNET

NOTE: Safe Boot is reflected when the Power and Internet LEDs are both Red and all other LEDs are off.

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Flashing Green

OFF

Solid Green

Flashing Green

OFF

Solid Green

Flashing Green

Solid Red

OFF

Modem power is ON. Modem power is OFF. POST (Power On Self Test), Failure (not bootable) or Device Malfunction. NOTE: The Power LED should be red no longer than two seconds after the power on self test passes. Powered device is connected to the associated port (includes devices with wake-on LAN capability where slight voltage is supplied to an Ethernet connection). NOTE: When using the optional uplink port (E1 ), Ethe rnet LAN connection is limited to E2, E3, and E4. 10/100 Base-T LAN activity is present (traffic in either direction) Modem power is OFF, no cable or no powered device is connected to the associated port. Link Established. Wireless LAN activity is present (traffic in either direction). Modem power is OFF or No Link. Good DSL sync. DSL attempting to sync. Modem power is OFF. Internet link established. IP connection established and IP Traffic is passing through device (in either direction). NOTE: If the IP or PPP session is dropped due to an idle timeout, the light will remain solid green, if an ADSL connection is still present. If the session is dropped for any other reason, the light is turned OFF. The light will turn red when it attempts to reconnect and DHCP or PPP fails). Device attempted to become IP connected and failed (no DHCP response, no PPP response, PPP authentication failed, no IP address from IPCP, etc.). Modem power is OFF, Modem is in Bridge Mode, or the connection is not present.

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5.2 Cable Connectors and Switch Locations

• DSL connector (RJ-11)

• Reset button

• (4) Ethernet connector (RJ-45) with optional uplink port

NOTE: When using the optional uplink port (E1), Ethernet LAN connection is limited to E2, E3, and E4.

• Power connector (barrel)

• ON/OFF Switch

• Wireless IEEE 802.11b/g SMA connector and antenna

NOTE: When using the optional uplink port (E1), Ethernet LAN connection is limited to E2, E3, and E4. The UPLINK feature is optional. If UPLINK is not enabled, VersaLink will use DSL and wireless only.

DSL Line Connector

Reset

Button

Ethernet Connectors

(ETHERNET1 through E4)

Connector

Power

ON/OFF

Switch

Wireless Antenna

Connector

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5.3 Connector Descriptions

The following chart displays the connector types.

SYMBOL NAME TYPE FUNCTION

DC 12V

DSL LINE 6-pin RJ-11 modular jack

ETHERNET 8-pin (RJ-45) modular jack Connects the Ethernet device to the PC.

POWER Barrel connector Power source.

Connects to an ADSL-equipped telephone jack or DSL connection of a POTS splitter.

Wireless

ANTENNA SMA connector and antenna Connects to wireless IEEE 802.11b/g/g+

5.4 Pin-out Descriptions

The following tables list the pin-out descriptions.

Pin-out Description

1, 2, 5, 6 Not Used

3 DSL Tip 4 DSL Ring

Ethernet/Optional Uplink Port Pin-outs

Pin-out Description

1 Rx+ 2 Rx3 Tx+

4,5,7,8 Not Used

6 Tx-

DSL Pin-outs

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6. INSTALLING THE HARDWARE

6.1 Installation Requirements

To install VersaLink™, you will need the following:

• A Network Interface Card (NIC) installed in your PC, or

• An IEEE 802.11b/g adapter

NOTE: Internet service provider subscriber software and connection requirements may vary. Consult your ISP for installation instructions. Please wait until you have received notification from your ISP that your DSL line has been activated before installing VersaLink™ and the software.

6.2 Before you begin

Make sure that your kit contains the following items:

• Westell VersaLink™ Gateway

• Power Supply

• RJ-45 Ethernet cable

• RJ-11 Phone cable

• SMA Antenna

• Westell CD-ROM containing User Guide in PDF format

Quick Start Guide

•

6.3 Microfilters

ADSL signals must be blocked from reaching each telephone, answering machine, fax machine, computer modem or any similar conventional device. Failure to do so may degrade telephone voice quality and AD SL performance. Install a microfilter if you desire to use the DSL-equipped line jack for telephone, answering machine, fax machine or other telephone device connections. Microfilter installation requires no tools or telephone rewiring. Just unplug the telephone device from the baseboard or wall mount and snap in a microfilter, next snap in the telephone device. You can purchase microfilters from your local electronics retailer, or contact the original provider of your DSL equipment.

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6.4 Hardware Installations

NOTE: If you are using VersaLink™ in conjunction with an Ethernet Hub or Switch, refer to the manufacturer’s

instructions for proper installation and configuration. When using a Microfilter, be certain that the DSL phone cable is connected to the “DSL/HPN” non-filtered jack. Please wait until you have received notification from your ISP that your DSL line has been activated before installing VersaLink. Westell recommends the use of a surge

suppressor to protect equipment attached to the power supply.

6.4.1 Installation via 10/100 Base-T Ethernet

NOTE: Before you connect 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.

1. Connect the power supply cord to the power connector marked DC 12V on the rear panel of VersaLink. Plug

the other end of the power supply into a wall socket, and then turn on the modem.

2. Connect the DSL phone cable from the connector marked

equipped telephone line jack on the wall. IMPORTANT: Do not use the phone cord that was provided with the kit.

3. Connect the yellow Ethernet cable from any one of the Ethernet jacks marked

VersaLink to the Ethernet port on your computer. Repeat this step to connect up to three additional PCs to

VersaLink.

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

However, when using the optional uplink port (E1), Ethernet LAN connection is limited to ports E2, E3, and E4.

4. Check to see if the DSL LED is solid green. If the DSL LED is solid green, VersaLink is functioning properly.

5. Check to see if the Ethernet LED is solid green. Solid green indicates that the Ethernet connection is

functioning properly.

Congratulations! You have completed the Ethernet hardware installation. No software installation is required when using only an Ethernet connection. Proceed to section 7 to configure VersaLink for Internet connection.

on the rear panel of VersaLink to the DSL-

use a DSL filter on this connection. You must

on the rear panel of

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Figure 1. Connection via 10/100 Base-T Ethernet

6.4.2 Connecting PCs via Wireless

IMPORTANT: If you are connecting to VersaLink via a wireless network adapter, the SSID must be the same for

both VersaLink and your PC’s wireless network adapter. The default SSID for VersaLink is the serial number of the unit (located below the bar code on the bottom of the unit and also on the Westell shipping carton). Locate and run the utility software provided with your PC’s Wireless network adapter and enter the SSID value. The PC’s w ireless network adapter must be configured with the SSID (in order to communicate with VersaLink) before you begin the account setup and configuration procedures. Later, for privacy you can change the SSID by following the procedures outlined in section 12.4 (Wireless Configuration).

NOTE: Client PCs can use any Wireless Fidelity (Wi-Fi) 802.11b/g certified card to communicate with VersaLink. The Wireless card and VersaLink must use the same Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) security code type. The factory default for WEP is DISABLED. If you enable WEP, you must ensure the network setting for your wireless adapter is set to “Must Use Shared Key for WEP” or “Open Wi-Fi.” You must ensure that your PC’s Wi-Fi adapter is configured properly for whichever network setting you use. You can access the settings in the advanced properties of the wireless network adapter.

To network VersaLink to additional computers in your home or office using a wireless installation, you will need to confirm the following:

1. Ensure that an 802.11b/g/g+ wireless network adapter has been installed in each PC on your wireless network.

2. Install the appro priate drivers for your Wireless IEEE802.11b or IEEE802.11g adapter.

3. Make sure the SMA antenna connector is loose. Orient the antenna in the proper configuration. Then, tighten

the antenna knob to lock it into place.

4. Connect the power supply cord to the power connector marked DC 12V on the rear panel of VersaLink. Plug

the other end of the power supply into a wall socket, and then turn on the modem.

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5. Connect the DSL phone cable from the connector marked on the rear panel of VersaLink to the DSL-

equipped telephone line jack on the wall. IMPORTANT: Do not use a DSL filter on this connection. You must use the phone cord that was provided with the VersaLink kit.

6. Check to see if the DSL LED is solid Green. If the DSL LED is solid Green, VersaLink is functioning properly.

7. Check to see if VersaLink’s Wireless LED is solid Green. This means that the Wireless interface is functioning

properly.

Congratulations! You have completed the Wireless installation VersaLink. You must now go to section 7 to configure VersaLink for Internet connection.

Figure 2. Connection via Wireless

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6.4.3 Installation via Ethernet and Wireless Combination

The VersaLink™ supports simultaneous use of 10/100 Base-T Ethernet and Wireless con figurations. The following instructions explain how to install VersaLink for simultaneous use of Ethernet and Wireless ports.

NOTE: Refer to Figure 1 and Figure 2 for instructions on hardware installation via Ethernet and Wireless connections.

1. Ensure that an 802.11b/g/g+ wireless network adapter has been installed in each PC on your wireless network

2. Install the appropriate drivers for your Wireless IEEE802.11b or IEEE802.11g adapter.

3. Make sure the SMA antenna connector is loose. Orient the antenna in the proper configuration. Then, tighten

the antenna knob to lock it into place.

4. Connect the power supply cord to the power connector marked DC 12V on the rear panel of VersaLink. Plug

the other end of the power supply into a wall socket, and then turn on the modem.

5. Connect the DSL phone cable from connector marked

telephone line jack on the wall. IMPORTANT: Do not use a DSL filter on this connection. You must use the phone cord that was provided with the kit.

6. Connect the yellow Ethernet cable from any one of the Ethernet jacks marked

VersaLink to the Ethernet port on your computer. Repeat this step to connect up to three additional PCs to

VersaLink.

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

However, when using the optional uplink port (E1), Ethernet LAN connection is limited to ports E2, E3, and E4.

7. Check to see if the DSL LED is solid green. If the DSL LED is solid green, VersaLink is functioning properly.

8. Check to see if the Ethernet LED is solid green. Solid green indicates that the Ethernet connection is

functioning properly.

9. Check to see if VersaLink’s Wireless LED is solid green. This means that the Wireless interface is functioning

properly.

Congratulations! You have completed the simultaneous hardware (Ethernet and Wireless) installation. You must now go to section 7 to configure VersaLink for Internet connection.

on the rear panel of VersaLink to the DSL-equipped

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7. CONFIGURING VERSALINK FOR INTERNET CONNECTION

To browse the Internet using VersaLink™, you must set up your account profile, confirm your DSL sync, and establish a PPP session with your Internet Service Provider (ISP). Refer to the Internet service provider’s installation manual to install the software required for your Internet connection.

NOTE: Internet service provider subscriber software and conn ection requirements may vary. Consult your Internet service provider for installation instructions.

7.1 Setting Up an Account Profile

After connecting VersaLink, bring up your Web browser an d type either http://dslrouter or http://192.168.1.1 in the browser’s address window, and then press ‘Enter’ on your keyboard. The Getting Started screen will appear. Click on next.

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If you clicked Next, the following screen will be displayed. This screen will allow you to set up your account profile.

NOTE: Before you set up your account profile, you must obtain your Account ID, Account Password, and VPI/VCI values from your Internet service provider. You will use this information when you set up your account parameters. If you are at a screen and need help, click on the Help button to learn more about the screen.

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Type in your account parameters. (Account parameters are required before connecting to the Internet.) Account Parameters include:

● Connection Name-the Connection Name is a word or phrase that you use to identify your account. (You may enter up 64 characters in this field.)

● Account ID-the Account ID is provided by your Internet Service Provider. (You may enter up 255 characters in this field.)

● Account Password-the Account Password is provided by your Internet Service Provider. (You may enter up 255 characters in this field.)

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After you type your account parameters at the User Name screen, they will be displayed as shown in the screen below. Click next if you want your account parameters to take effect. Click on reset if you do not want the account parameters to take effect or if you want to retype the parameters.

Type the VPI and VCI values (0 for VPI and 35 for VCI default) you obtained from your Internet serv ice provider. The actual VPI/VCI values may vary according to your ISP. Click on next.

NOTE: Depending on your Internet Service Provider, the VPI/VCI screen may come pre-configured and it will be displayed here. In this case, you should not change any values in this screen. Click on next to go to the PROTOCOL screen.

VPI = 0 VCI =

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Select the Protocol type that you obtained from your Internet service provider. Click on next.

NOTE: Depending on your Internet Service Provider, the PROTOCOL screen may come pre-configured and it will be displayed here. In this case, you will need to click on next to go to the SET-UP COMPLETE screen.

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When the SET-UP COMPLETE screen appears, you have successfully completed your Account Profile setup. Click done.

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If you changed the VPI/VCI settings and clicked done in the SET-UP COMPLETE screen, the following pop-up screen will appear. Click OK.

NOTE: The following pop-up will appear only if you have changed the VPI, VCI, or Protocol values in t he preceding screens. If you did not change any of these values, this pop-up screen will not appear and the Gateway will not be reset. If your Gateway’s connection setting is set to “Always On” and you have changes any of these values, the Gateway will reset automatically. For instructions on editing your connection settings, see section 10.2.

If you clicked OK in the pop-up, the following screen will be displayed. VersaLink™ will be reset and the new configuration will take effect. Next, proceed to section 7.2 to confirm your DSL sync.

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7.2 Confirming a DSL Sync

Remember, you must have active DSL service before VersaLink can synchronize with your ISP’s equipment. To determine if VersaLink has a DSL sync, view the DSL Connection Rate in the Connection Overview section (see the following Home page). If the status reads No DSL Connection, check the DSL physical connection, explained in section 6 (INSTALLING THE HARDWARE) of this User Guide.

NOTE: If no DSL sync is established, the connection button will not be displayed in the following screen. To determine if the DSL sync is established, check VersaLink’s DSL LED. If the DSL LED is not solid green, you do not have a DSL sync established. Contact your ISP for further instructions.

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The following screen shows the DSL connection rate with values that indicate a successful DSL SYNC has been established. The connection rate values represent the transmission speed of your DSL line. (The Gateway may take time to report these values.) Click on the Connect button to establish a PPP session.

NOTE: VersaLink will handle transmission rates up to 8 Mbps. Your actual DSL rates may vary depending on your Internet service provider.

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7.3 Establishing a PPP Session

View the PPP Status at the Home page. If the PPP Status displays DOWN, click the Connect button to establish a PPP session.

NOTE: Whenever the PPP Status displays DOWN, you do not have a PPP session established. If your Gateway’s connection setting is set to “Always On” or “On Demand,” after a brief delay, the PPP session will be established automatically and the PPP Status will display UP. If the connection setting is set to “Manual,” you must click on the Connect button to establish a PPP session. Once the PPP session has been established (PPP Status displays UP), you may proceed with your Gateway’s configuration. Section 10 .2 provides instructions on editing the connection settings. (Refer to the ‘Edit My Connection’ screen.) VersaLink’s factory default connection setting is “Manual.”

If you click the Connect button, the following screen will appear briefly. The PPP Status in the Connection

Overview window allows you to view the state of your ISP connection. When the PPP Status displays Connecting…, this means that you are establishing a PPP session.

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After a PPP session has been established, the PPP Status will display UP. Congratulations! You may now browse the Internet.

For example, if you want to visit Westell’s home page, type http://www.westell.com in your browser’s address window.

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7.4 Disconnecting a PPP Session

If you have finished browsing the Internet and want to disconnect from your Internet service provider, click on the Disconnect button in the Connection Overview screen (the preceding screen). The following pop-up screen will appear. Click on OK to disconnect the PPP session.

CAUTION: If you disconnect the PPP session, this will disconnect the Gateway from the Internet, and all users will be disconnected until the PPP session is re-established.

If you clicked the Disconnect button in the preceding Connection Overview screen, the PPP Status should display DOWN. This means that you no longer have a PPP session (no IP connection to your Internet service provider). However, your DSL session will not be affected. When you are ready to end your DSL session, simply power down VersaLink via the power switch on VersaLink’s rear panel.

When you are ready to establish a PPP session, click on the connect button. (If you powered down VersaLink, you must first power up VersaLink and log on to your account profile before you establish a PPP session.)

NOTE: When you are ready to exit VersaLink’s interface, click on the X (close) in the upper-right corner of the window. Closing the window will not affect your PPP Status (your PPP session will not be disconnected). You must click on the disconnect button to disconnect your PPP session. When you are ready to restore this interface, you must launch your Internet browser and type http://dslrouter/ or type http://192.168.1.1/ in the browser’s address window and press ‘Enter’ on your keyboard.

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8. SETTING UP MACINTOSH OS X

This section provides instructions on how to use Macintosh Operating System 10 with VersaLink. Follow the instructions in this section to create a new network configuration for Macintosh OS X.

NOTE: Macintosh computers must use VersaLink’s Ethernet installation. Refer to section 6,

(INSTALLING THE HARDWARE).

Open the System Preference Screen

After you have connected the Westell VersaLink to the Ethernet port of your Macintosh, the screen below will appear. Click on the “Apple” icon in the upper-right corner of the screen and select System Preferences.

Choose the Network Preferences

After selecting System Preferences…, from the previous screen, the System Preferences screen will be displayed. From the System Preferences screen, click on the Network icon.

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Create a New Location

After selecting the Network icon at the System Preferences screen, the Network screen will be displayed. Select New Location from the Location field.

Name the New Location

After selecting New Location from the Network screen, the following screen will be displayed. In the field labeled Name your new location:, change the text from “Untitled” to “Westell.” Click OK.

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Select the Ethernet Configuration

After clicking on OK in the preceding screen, the Network screen will be displayed. The Network screen shows the settings for the newly created location. From the Configure field in the Network screen, select Built-in Ethernet. Click on Save.

NOTE: Default settings for the Built-in Ethernet configuration are sufficient to operate VersaLink.

Check the IP Connection

To verify that the computer is communicating with VersaLink, follow the instructions below.

1. Go to the “Apple” icon in the upper-right corner of the screen and select System Preferences.

2. From the System Preferences screen, click on the Network icon. The Network screen will be displayed.

3. From the Configure field in the Network screen, select Built-in Ethernet.

4. View the IP address field. An IP address that begins with 192.168.1 should be displayed.

NOTE: The DHCP server provides this IP address. If this IP address is not displayed, check VersaLink’s wiring connection to the PC. If necessary, refer to section 5 for hardwa re installation instructions.

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Create a User Account

In the address window of your Internet Explorer we b browser, type http://dslrouter/. Press ‘Enter’ on your keyboard.

The Getting Started screen will be displayed. You may now begin your Account Setup. Refer to section 7 of this User Guide to configure your Westell VersaLink for Internet connection.

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