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Chapter 2. Connecting the Modem Router

2.1 System Requirements

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Broadband Internet Access Service (DSL/Cable/Ethernet).

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PCs with a working Ethernet Adapter and an Ethernet cable with RJ45 connectors.

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TCP/IP protocol on each PC.

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Web browser, such as Microsoft Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox or Apple Safari.

2.2 Installation Environment Requirements

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The Product should not be located where it will be exposed to moisture or excessive heat.

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Place the Router in a location where it can be connected to the various devices as well as to a

power source.

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Make sure the cables and power cord are safely placed out of the way so they do not create a

tripping hazard.

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The Router can be placed on a shelf or desktop.

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Keep away from the strong electromagnetic radiation and the device of electromagnetic

sensitive.

Figure 2-1 Wall-mount install

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)

Note:

The diameter of the screw, 3.5mm<D<6mm, and the distance of two screws is 122mm. The screw

that project from the wall need around 4mm based, and the length of the screw need to be at least

20mm to withstand the weight of the product.

2.3 Connecting the Modem Router

Before installing the device, please make sure your broadband service provided by your ISP is

available. If there is any problem, please contact your ISP. Before cable connection, cut off the

power supply and keep your hands dry. You can follow the steps below to install it.

Step 1:

Connect the ADSL Line.

Method one:

Plug one end of the twisted-pair ADSL cable into the ADSL port on the rear

panel of TD-W8980, and insert the other end into the wall socket.

Method two

：

You can use a separate splitter. External splitter can divide the data and

voice, and then you can access the Internet and make calls at the same time. The

external splitter has three ports:

• LINE: Connect to the wall jack

• PHONE: Connect to the phone sets

• MODEM: Connect to the ADSL port of TD-W8980

Plug one end of the twisted-pair ADSL cable into the ADSL port on the rear panel of

TD-W8980. Connect the other end to the MODEM port of the external splitter.

Step 2:

Connect the Ethernet cable. Attach one end of a network cable to your computer’s

Ethernet port or a regular hub/switch port, and the other end to the LAN port on the

modem routerTD-W8980.

Step 3:

Power on the computers and LAN devices.

Step 4:

Attach the power adapter. Connect the power adapter to the power connector on the rear

of the device and plug in the adapter to an electrical outlet or power extension. The

electrical outlet shall be installed near the device and shall be easily accessible.

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Figure 2-2

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Chapter 3. Quick Installation Guide

3.1 Configuring the PC

After you directly connect your PC to the modem router TD-W8980 or connect your adapter to a

Hub/Switch which has connected to the modem router, you need to configure your PC’s IP

address. Follow the steps below to configure it.

Step 1:

Click the

Start

menu on your desktop, right click

My Network Places

, and then select

Properties

(shown in Figure 3-1).

Figure 3-1

Step 2:

Right-click

Local Area Connection

(LAN), and then select

Properties

.

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Figure 3-2

Step 3:

Select

General

tab, highlight

Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)

, and then click the

Properties

button.

Figure 3-3

Step 4:

Configure the IP address as Figure 3-4 shows. After that, click

OK

.