ADSL2MUE Modem with USB and Ethernet

Figure 5-5: PPPoA

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Figure 5-6: Bridged Mode Only

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Figure 5-7: Network Setup

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Figure 5-8: Modem Password

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Figure 5-9: System Log

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Figure 5-10: Ping Test

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Figure 5-11: Restore Factory Default

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Figure 5-12: Firmware Upgrade

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Figure 5-13: Modem Information

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Figure 5-14: Local Network

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Figure 5-15: DHCP Table

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Figure B-1: Upgrade Firmware

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Chapter 1: Introduction

Welcome

ADSL2 Modem with USB and Ethernet

Chapter 1: Introduction

Welcome

Thank you for choosing the ADSL2 Modem. The Linksys ADSL2 Modem gives you an instant, high-speed

connection to the Internet.

ADSL technology lets you access the Internet using your existing phone lines, without

interfering with your voice phone service. You can talk on the phone and surf the net at the same time. Web

surfing and your e-mail are instantly available, anytime.

The ADSL2 Modem is compatible with the latest ADSL standards, including ADSL2 and is upgradeable to ADSL2+.

With incoming data speeds up to 12 Mbps (depending on your service level), ADSL broadband service means that

downloads and graphic-intensive web pages will load in seconds.

Installation is quick and simple.

Connect it directly to any PC with an available USB or Ethernet port, and you’re

ready to surf the Internet.

Or connect it to a Linksys router and share that high-speed Internet access with

everyone on your home network.

Use the instructions in this Guide to help you connect the ADSL2 Modem and configure it to access the Internet.

These instructions should be all you need to get the most out of the ADSL2 Modem.

What’s in this Guide?

This user guide covers the steps for setting up and using the ADSL2 Modem.

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Chapter 1: Introduction

This chapter describes the ADSL2 Modem’s applications and this User Guide.

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Chapter 2: Getting to Know the ADSL2 Modem

This chapter describes the physical features of the Modem.

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Chapter 3: Connecting the ADSL2 Modem

This chapter instructs you on how to connect the Modem to your PC and the Internet.

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Chapter 4: Installing the USB Driver

This chapter shows you how to install the necessary Windows driver if you are using a USB connection to

connect the ADSL2 Modem.

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Chapter 5: Configuring the ADSL2 Modem

This chapter show you how to configure settings for the ADSL2 Modem.

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Chapter 1: Introduction

What’s in this Guide?

ADSL2 Modem with USB and Ethernet

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Appendix A: Troubleshooting

This appendix describes some potential problems and solutions, as well as frequently asked questions,

regarding installation and use of the Modem.

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Appendix B: Upgrading Firmware

This appendix explains how to upgrade firmware if it is necessary to do so.

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Appendix C: Glossary

This appendix gives a brief glossary of terms frequently used in networking.

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Appendix D: Specifications

This appendix provides the Modem’s technical specifications.

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Appendix E: Warranty Information

This appendix supplies the Modem’s warranty information.

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Appendix F: Regulatory Information

This appendix supplies the Modem’s regulatory information.

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Appendix G: Contact Information

This appendix provides contact information for a variety of Linksys resources, including Technical Support.

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Chapter 2: Getting to Know the ADSL2 Modem

The Back Panel

ADSL2 Modem with USB and Ethernet

Chapter 2: Getting to Know the ADSL2 Modem

The Back Panel

The Modem's ports, where a network cable is connected, are located on the back panel.

ADSL

This

ADSL

port is where you connect your ADSL service.

USB

The

USB

port is where you connect the USB cable from your PC.

Ethernet

The

Ethernet

port is where you connect the Ethernet Network cable from your PC.

Reset Button

This is where you can reset the Modem to its factory default settings. To do so, use an object

like a ball-point pen to press in the

Reset Button

for approximately ten seconds.

Power Switch

The

Power

Switch is where you turn the ADSL2 Modem on and off.

Power

The

Power

port is where you connect the power adapter.

With these, and many other Linksys products, your networking options are limitless. Go to the Linksys website at

www.linksys.com/international for more information about products that work with the Modem.

Figure 2-1: Back Panel

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Chapter 2: Getting to Know the ADSL2 Modem

The Front Panel

ADSL2 Modem with USB and Ethernet

The Front Panel

The Modem's LEDs, where information about network activity is displayed, are located on the front panel.

Power

Green. The

Power

LED lights up when the Modem is powered on.

Ethernet

Green. The

Ethernet

LED lights up when the Modem is connected to your computer or network

through the Ethernet port. It flashes when there is activity on the Ethernet port.

USB

Green. The

USB

LED lights up when the Modem is connected to your computer or network

through the USB port. It flashes when there is activity on the USB port.

DSL

Green. The

DSL

LED flashes when the Modem is establishing a connection to your DSL ISP. It is

solidly lit when the Modem is synchronized with your ISP.

Internet

Green. The

Internet

LED lights up and flashes when the Modem is sending or receiving data transmissions.

Red. The LED lights up red when there are communation problems (e.g. wrong password, PPPoE server not responding, etc.)

Figure 2-2: Front Panel