® SpaceLink Home Gateway WL-500 Quick Start Guide
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Chapter 1 - Introduction 1. System Requirements Chapter 1 To begin using the SpaceLink Home Gateway , you must have the following minimum requirements: • ADSL/Cable Modem and Broadband Internet Account • An Ethernet (10Base-T or 10/100Base-TX) adapter for wired client • At least one 802.
Chapter 1 - Introduction Chapter 1 3. Installation Procedure Follow these steps to install the SpaceLink Home Gateway . 1. Determine the best location for the SpaceLink Home Gateway . Keep in mind the following considerations: • The length of the Ethernet cable that connects the Home Gateway to the network must not exceed 100 meters.
Chapter 1 - Introduction 4. Connecting to the SpaceLink Home Gateway Chapter 1 Wired Connection One RJ-45 cable is supplied with the SpaceLink Home Gateway. Auto crossover function is designed into the SpaceLink Home Gateway so you can use either a straight-through or a crossover Ethernet cable. Plug one end of the cable into the WAN port on the rear of the SpaceLink Home Gateway and the other end into the Ethernet port of your ADSL or Cable modem. Note: The WAN port only supports 10Base-TX.
Chapter 1 - Introduction Chapter 1 If you want to configure the SpaceLink Home Gateway or want to access the Internet through the SpaceLink Home Gateway, TCP/IP settings must be correct. Normally, the TCP/IP setting should be on the IP subnet of the SpaceLink Home Gateway. The SpaceLink Home Gateway incorporates a DHCP server so the easiest method is to set your PC to get its IP address automatically and reboot your computer.
Chapter 1 - Introduction 8. SpaceLink Home Gateway Home Page Chapter 1 A window will ask for the User name and Password in order to log in. The factory default values are “admin” and “admin”. After logging in, you will see the SpaceLink Home Gateway home page. IMPORTANT: After entering information on any page, you must click the “Save” button. If you click on any other link, you will go to the other page and loose your new settings. 9. Agent to ISP or Another Network Select Basic Setup WAN Configuration.
