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5.

HARDWARE INSTALLATIONS

The following instructions explain how to install your Gateway using 10/100 Base-T Ethernet, Wireless, Ethernet

Uplink, or USB connections. Before you begin, please read the following notes:

NOTE:

1. If your Ethernet card does not auto-negotiate, set it to half duplex. Refer to the Ethernet card manufacturer’s

instructions for installing and configuring your Ethernet card.

2. If you are using your Gateway in conjunction with an Ethernet Hub or Switch, refer to the manufacturer’s

instructions for proper installation and configuration.

3. When using a Microfilter, confirm that the DSL RJ-11 phone cable is connected to the DSL port of the DSL/HPN

non-filtered jack.

4. It is recommended that you use a surge suppressor to protect equipment attached to the power supply.

Use only

the power supply provided with your kit.

5. Depending on the installation method you are using, additional Ethernet cables may be required. Ethernet cables

and DSL filters can be purchased at your local computer hardware retailer.

6. Your Gateway supports simultaneous 10/100 Base-T Ethernet and Wireless configurations. To use this

installation method, follow the instructions provided in sections 5.3.1, “Connecting Ethernet Devices to Your

Gateway,” and 5.3.2, “Networking Wireless Devices to Your Gateway.” Your Gateway does not support

connection via 10/100 Base-T Ethernet and USB simultaneously.

Your Gateway supports two modes for WAN access, which are configurable through your Gateway’s Web pages:

(1) LAN Ethernet port mode and (2) WAN Uplink port mode.

•

LAN Ethernet port

mode allows you to use your Gateway’s DSL port for WAN access (Gateway’s DSL

functionality is Enabled). In this mode you should install your Gateway according to the instructions in

section 5.1, “Connecting Your Gateway to a DSL Network.”

•

WAN Uplink port

mode allows you to use your Gateway as an Ethernet gateway (for example, to connect

to a cable modem or to another DSL device that provides WAN access). In

WAN Uplink port

mode, your

Gateway’s DSL functionality is disabled. In this mode, you should install your Gateway according to the

instructions in section 5.2, “Connecting Your Gateway to a Network via E1/UPLINK.”

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5.1

Connecting Your Gateway to a DSL Network

To connect your Gateway to a network provisioned with active DSL service, please follow these steps:

1.

Connect the DSL phone from the connector marked

DSL

on the rear panel of the Gateway to the telephone wall

jack provisioned with DSL service. Please use the DSL phone cable that was provided with your kit.

IMPORTANT

: Plug the RJ-11 DSL phone cable from the Gateway into the DSL port of the microfilter

plugged into the telephone jack at the wall.

2.

Plug the small end of the power supply cord into the connector marked

12VDC

on the rear panel of the Gateway.

Plug the other end of the power supply into an AC wall socket.

3.

Turn on the Gateway (if it is not already on) by pressing the

POWER

switch on the back of the Gateway.

4.

Check to see if the

POWER

LED is solid green. Solid green indicates that the Gateway is functioning properly.

5.

Check to see if the

DSL

LED is solid green. If it is solid green, DSL is functioning properly.

6.

Log on to your account, and establish an Internet connection, as explained later in section 7, “Accessing Your

Gateway.”

7.

Check to see if the Gateway’s

INTERNET

LED is solid green. Solid green indicates that the Internet link has

been established. (Flashing green indicates the presence of IP traffic.)

Congratulations! You have completed the installation. Now, go to section 5.3, “Connecting Other Networking Devices to

Your Gateway,” for instructions on connecting other networking devices to your Gateway.

5.2

Connecting Your Gateway to a Network via E1/UPLINK

The Uplink feature is optional. To install your Gateway so that it uplinks to another DSL device, such as an existing

DSL or cable modem installed on your network, please follow these steps:

1.

Ensure that your existing DSL or cable modem is properly installed on your network and has active broadband

(Internet) connection.

2.

Obtain a 10/100 BaseT Ethernet cable, and plug one end of the cable into the port marked

E1/UPLINK

on the

rear panel of your Gateway. Then, plug the other end of the Ethernet cable into the Ethernet port on the attached

DSL or cable modem.

If desired, you can use the Y-cable provided with your kit. Simply plug the “Y” end of the cable (Ethernet jack

labeled PC/Ethernet, yellow) into the Ethernet port on your existing DSL or cable modem. Then plug the other

end of the Y-cable (Ethernet jack labeled PC/Ethernet, yellow) into the

E1/UPLINK

port on the rear panel of

your Gateway.

Later, in your Gateway’s Web pages, be sure to select WAN Uplink port mode to allow your Gateway to uplink

to the existing broadband device. When your Gateway is configured for WAN Uplink port, your Gateway’s DSL

transceiver will not be used. The broadband device to which your Gateway is connected will be your WAN

interface to the Internet. LAN Ethernet port is your Gateway’s factory default setting.

3.

Plug the small end of the power supply cord into the connector marked

12VDC

on the rear panel of the Gateway.

Plug the other end of the power supply into an AC wall socket.

4.

Make sure the existing modem on your network is powered on.

5.

Turn on the Gateway (if it is not already on) by pressing the

POWER

switch on the back of the Gateway.

6.

Check the front of the Gateway to see if the

POWER

LED is solid green. Solid green indicates that the Gateway

is powered on.

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Check to see if the

ETHERNET

LED is solid green. Solid green indicates that Ethernet is working properly.

8.

Log on to your account, and establish an Internet connection, as explained later in section 7, “Accessing Your

Gateway.”

9.

Check to see if the Gateway’s

INTERNET

LED is solid green. Solid green indicates that the Internet link has

been established. (Flashing green indicates the presence of IP traffic.)

Congratulations! You have completed the installation. Now, go to section 5.3, “Connecting Other Networking Devices to

Your Gateway,” for instructions on connecting other networking devices to your Gateway.

5.3

Connecting Other Networking Devices to Your Gateway

Now that you have connected your Gateway to your broadband network, you can connect Ethernet, USB, and

Wireless networking devices to your Gateway, allowing for Internet connection throughout your home without

disrupting your cable or satellite television services. Refer to the following sections for connection and networking

instructions:

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Section 5.3.1, “Connecting Ethernet Devices to Your Gateway,” explains how to connect Ethernet devices

to your Gateway.

•

Section 5.3.2, “Networking Wireless Devices to Your Gateway,” explains how to network Wireless devices

to your Gateway.

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Section 5.3.3, “Connecting USB Devices to Your Gateway,” explains how to connect USB devices to your

Gateway.

5.3.1

Connecting Ethernet Devices to Your Gateway

To network computers in your home or office to your Gateway using an Ethernet installation, please follow these

steps:

1.

Ensure that you have connected your Gateway to your broadband service using one of the installation methods

explained earlier in sections 5.1, “Connecting Your Gateway to a DSL Network,” and 5.2, “Connecting Your

Gateway to a Network via E1/UPLINK.”

2.

Obtain an Ethernet cable. Connect the Ethernet cable from any one of the four Ethernet jacks marked

E1

,

E2

,

E3

, and

E4

on the rear panel of the Gateway to the Ethernet port on your computer. Repeat this step to connect

up to three additional PCs to the Gateway. (If you’re not already using the Y-cable provided with your kit, you

can use the Y-cable—the jacks labeled PC/Ethernet, yellow—for this Ethernet installation.

NOTE:

1. If you are networking computers to your Gateway using Ethernet, you can plug in to any of the four LAN

Ethernet jacks on the Gateway’s rear panel; each jack serves as an Ethernet switch.

2. If you are using the E1/UPLINK jack for your broadband connection, you can network PCs to your Gateway via

Ethernet using jacks E2, E3, or E4.

3. If you are networking a PC to your Gateway using USB, use only the E4/DATA jack on the rear of your

Gateway.

3.

Check to see if the Gateway’s

ETHERNET

LED is solid green. Solid green indicates that the Ethernet

connection is functioning properly. Check the

ETHERNET

LED for each Ethernet jack to which you are

connected.

Congratulations! You have completed the connection. Now, go to section 7, “Accessing Your Gateway,” to access

your Gateway’s Web pages.

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5.3.2

Networking Wireless Devices to Your Gateway

IMPORTANT:

In order to communicate with the Gateway, each PC’s wireless network adapter must be configured

with the same SSID as that of the Gateway. The default SSID for the Gateway is the serial number of the unit

(located on the bottom of the Gateway and also on the shipping carton). The SSID is also provided in the Gateway’s

Web pages, in the Wireless menu. Use this SSID in each connecting PC. Later, for privacy, you can change the

Gateway’s SSID by following the procedures outlined in section 12.1, “Wireless Basic Setup.” Be sure to change

the SSID in the connecting PCs as well, so that they always match the Gateway’s SSID.

1.

Client PCs can use any Wireless 802.11b/g certified card to communicate with your Gateway.

2.

Configuring the Gateway so that it hides its SSID offers some security benefits—by reducing the Gateway’s

visibility. If the Gateway’s SSID is hidden, each wireless station will need to be manually configured to match

the Gateway’s SSID in order to connect to the network. When the Gateway’s SSID is not hidden, then the SSID

will show up when the PC displays the list of available networks. (By factory default, the Gateway’s SSID is

displayed in the

Wireless Basic Setup

screen; “Hide SSID” is disabled.)

3.

The wireless network connection utility on most PCs can automatically determine the availability of the Gateway

and its security type. The utility typically displays a list of available networks that are in range. By selecting the

network and clicking connect, you should get a screen prompting you for the security key.

4.

If you are configuring the wireless station manually, the Wireless card and Gateway must use the same security

code type. If you use WPA or WEP wireless security, you must configure your computer’s wireless adapter for

the security type and security key that you use. Consult the wireless adapter’s manual for instructions on

configuring the security parameters.

To network computers in your home or office to your Gateway using a wireless installation, please follow these

steps:

1.

Ensure that you have connected your Gateway to your broadband service using one of the installation methods

explained earlier in sections 5.1, “Connecting Your Gateway to a DSL Network,” or 5.2, “Connecting Your

Gateway to a Network via E1/UPLINK.”

2.

Ensure that wireless operation in the Gateway is Enabled. Refer to section 12, “Wireless,” for details.

3.

Make sure each PC on your wireless network has an 802.11b/g wireless network adapter installed.

4.

Ensure that the appropriate drivers for the wireless adapter have been installed on each PC.

5.

Locate and run the utility software provided with your PC’s wireless network adapter. If needed, refer to the

wireless adapter manufacturer’s instructions.

6.

Check to ensure that the wireless adapter is using the identical SSID as the one used in your Gateway.

7.

Ensure that the wireless adapter is using the identical security keys as the ones used in your Gateway (if you are

using wireless security in your Gateway).

8.

Check to see if the Gateway’s

WIRELESS

LED is solid green. This means that the Gateway’s Wireless

interface is functioning properly.

9.

Check to see if the connecting PC has established a wireless connection; your wireless utility should indicate

that you have a wireless signal. (You might need to wait a brief moment for the PC to connect to the Gateway.)

Congratulations! You have completed the connection. Now, go to section 7, “Accessing Your Gateway,” to access

your Gateway’s Web pages.

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5.3.3

Connecting USB Devices to Your Gateway

It is recommended that you connect your Gateway via Ethernet connections. However, if you choose to connect

your computer via USB, please follow the instructions in this section.

IMPORTANT:

The USB installation will not function for Macintosh computers. Macintosh users will need to

install the Gateway via Ethernet connection. Refer to section 5.3.1, “Connecting Ethernet Devices to Your

Gateway,” for Ethernet installation instructions.

To network a computer in your home or office to your Gateway using a USB connection, please follow these steps:

1.

Ensure that you have connected your Gateway to your broadband service using one of the installation methods

explained earlier in sections 5.1, “Connecting Your Gateway to a DSL Network,” or 5.2, “Connecting Your

Gateway to a Network via E1/UPLINK.”

2.

Insert the CD-ROM provided with your kit into the CD-ROM drive of the PC that will connect via USB.

3.

Use the Y-cable provided with your kit. At the “Y” end of the cable, plug the USB jack (labeled PC/USB, blue)

into the USB port on your computer. Then, at the other end of the Y-cable, plug the Ethernet jack (labeled

PC/ETHERNET, yellow) into the Ethernet connector marked

E4/DATA

on the rear panel of the Gateway.

NOTE:

1. If you are networking a PC to your Gateway using USB, use only the E4/DATA jack on the rear of your

Gateway.

2. If you are using the E1/UPLINK jack for your broadband connection, you can network PCs to your Gateway via

Ethernet using jacks E2, E3, or E4.

3. If you are networking computers to your Gateway using Ethernet, you can use any of the four LAN Ethernet

jacks on the Gateway’s rear panel; each jack serves as an Ethernet switch.

4.

Plug the small end of the power supply cord into the connector marked

12VDC

on the rear panel of the

Gateway. Plug the other end of the power supply into an AC wall socket, and then turn on the Gateway (if it is

not already on) by pressing the

POWER

switch on the back of the Gateway.

5.

Complete the instructions outlined in section 6, “Installing the USB Drivers.” Then, return to this section to

complete the remaining step.

6.

After the USB drivers have been installed, check to see if the

USB

LED is solid green. Solid green indicates that the

USB connection is functioning properly.

Congratulations! You have completed the USB hardware installation. Now, go to section 7, “Accessing Your

Gateway,” to access your Gateway’s Web pages.