Introduction

1-1

Chapter 1

Introduction

This chapter describes the features of the NETGEAR Model DM602 ADSL Modem .

About the Modem

The Model DM602 ADSL Modem

connects your computer to the Internet using a built-in ADSL

modem.

The DM602 modem provides you with high-speed ADSL Internet access. There is no need to run

software on the computer to connect, and you can choose how long you want the connection to

remain available after there is no activity on your computer.

With minimum setup, you can install and use the modem in minutes.

Key Features

The DM602 modem provides the following features:

•

Easy, web-based setup for installation and management

•

Direct connection to the Internet using the built-in ADSL modem

•

USB connection to your computer eliminates the need for installing an Ethernet card

•

Modem or Router Device Mode

–

Modem Device Mode supports configuration of your Internet connection on your

computer, and running software on your computer to log in to your ISP, if needed.

–

Router Device Mode supports configuration of your Internet connection on your

DM602 modem, and can be configured to automatically log in to your ISP, if needed.

Reference Manual for the Model DM602 ADSL Modem

1-2

Introduction

•

Protocol Support

–

Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) server for dynamically assigning

network configuration information to one computer.

–

DHCP client for dynamically obtaining configuration information from the Internet

Service Provider (ISP)

–

Point-to-Point Protocol (PPP) over Ethernet (PPPoE) support

–

PPP over ATM (PPPoA) support

•

Automatic Login Capability executes user login for Point to Point Protocol over Ethernet

(PPPoE) or Point to Point Protocol over ATM (PPPoA) accounts

•

Front panel LEDs for easy monitoring of status and activity

•

Flash memory for firmware upgrade

•

Free technical support seven days a week, twenty-four hours a day

Auto Uplink

TM

and

Autosensing 10/100 Ethernet

The DM602 modem can connect to either a 10 Mbps standard Ethernet card or a 100 Mbps Fast

Ethernet card. The local LAN interface is autosensing and is capable of full-duplex or half-duplex

operation.

Depending on the country of purchase, the DM602 modem incorporates Auto Uplink

TM

technology (also called MDI/MDIX). The Ethernet port will automatically sense whether the cable

plugged into the port should have a 'normal' connection (e.g. connecting to a PC) or an 'uplink'

connection (e.g. connecting to a router, switch, or hub). That port will then configure itself to the

correct configuration. This feature also eliminates the need to worry about crossover cables, as

Auto Uplink

TM

will accommodate either type of cable to make the right connection.

Modem or Router Device Mode

The DM602 modem can be set to operate in either Modem Device Mode or Router Device Mode.

The DM602 sold in Germany defaults to Modem Mode.

Modem Device Mode

When set to operate in Modem Device Mode, your computer must be configured for whatever

settings your ISP requires. Also, if your ISP uses software to establish your Internet connection,

such software must be run on your computer.

Reference Manual for the Model DM602 ADSL Modem

Introduction

1-3

Router Device Mode

In Router Device Mode, the DM602 supports configuration of the Transmission Control Protocol/

Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) parameters and login functions on the modem.

•

Automatic Configuration of Attached computer by DHCP

In Router Device Mode, the DM602 modem dynamically assigns network configuration

information, including IP, gateway, and domain name server (DNS) addresses, to your

computer using DHCP. This feature greatly simplifies configuration of your computer.

•

Automatic Login for PPPoE and PPPoA

In Router Device Mode, PPPoE and PPPoA configuration of the modem provides always-on

connections to the Internet. This feature eliminates the need to run a login program on your

computer.

Easy Installation and Management

You can install, configure, and operate the Model DM602 ADSL Modem

within minutes after

connecting it to the network. The following features simplify installation and management tasks:

•

Animated installation assistant

The Resource CD contains an animated installation assistant to guide you through set up.

•

Browser-based management

Browser-based configuration allows you to easily configure your modem from almost any

type of personal computer, such as Windows, Macintosh, or Linux. The modem includes

built-in online help accessed via the browser-based Web Management Interface.

•

Visual monitoring

The DM602 modem’s front panel LEDs provide an easy way to monitor its status and activity.

Maintenance and Support

NETGEAR offers the following features to help you maximize your use of the DM602 modem:

•

Flash memory for firmware upgrade

•

Free technical support seven days a week, twenty-four hours a day

Reference Manual for the Model DM602 ADSL Modem

1-4

Introduction

Setting Up the Hardware

2-1

Chapter 2

Setting Up the Hardware

This chapter describes the Model DM602 ADSL Modem

hardware and provides instructions for

installing it.

Package Contents

The product package should contain the following items:

Figure 2-1.

DM602 Package Contents