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ADSL2MUE Modem with USB and Ethernet Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introduction 1 Welcome What’s in this Guide? 1 1 Chapter 2: Getting to Know the ADSL2 Modem The Back Panel The Front Panel Chapter 3: Connecting the ADSL2 Modem Overview Connecting the Modem using an Ethernet Connection Connecting the Modem using a USB Connection Chapter 4: Installing the USB Driver Overview Installing the USB Driver Chapter 5: Configuring the ADSL2 Modem Overview Setup Tab Basic Setup Administration Tab Security Syst
ADSL2MUE Modem with USB and Ethernet Appendix C: Glossary Appendix D: Specifications Appendix E: Warranty Information Appendix F: Regulatory Information Appendix G: Contact Information 28 35 36 37 39
ADSL2MUE Modem with USB and Ethernet List of Figures Figure 2-1: Back Panel Figure 2-2: Front Panel Figure 3-1: Modem Figure 3-2: ADSL Connection Figure 3-3: Ethernet Connection Figure 3-4: Power Connection Figure 3-5: USB Connection Figure 4-1: XP Welcome Figure 4-2: XP Complete Figure 4-3: 2000 Welcome Figure 4-4: 2000 Search Figure 4-5: 2000 CD-ROM Drive Figure 4-6: 2000 Search Results Figure 4-7: 2000 Complete Figure 4-8: Me Locating Software Figure 4-9: Me Search Figure 4-10: Me Installing Software Fi
ADSL2MUE Modem with USB and Ethernet Figure 5-5: PPPoA Figure 5-6: Bridged Mode Only Figure 5-7: Network Setup Figure 5-8: Modem Password Figure 5-9: System Log Figure 5-10: Ping Test Figure 5-11: Restore Factory Default Figure 5-12: Firmware Upgrade Figure 5-13: Modem Information Figure 5-14: Local Network Figure 5-15: DHCP Table Figure B-1: Upgrade Firmware 15 16 16 17 17 18 18 19 19 20 20 27
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.
ADSL2 Modem with USB and Ethernet • Appendix A: Troubleshooting This appendix describes some potential problems and solutions, as well as frequently asked questions, regarding installation and use of the Modem. • Appendix B: Upgrading Firmware This appendix explains how to upgrade firmware if it is necessary to do so. • Appendix C: Glossary This appendix gives a brief glossary of terms frequently used in networking. • Appendix D: Specifications This appendix provides the Modem’s technical specifications.
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. Figure 2-1: 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.
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. Figure 2-2: 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.
ADSL2 Modem with USB and Ethernet Chapter 3: Connecting the ADSL2 Modem Overview In this chapter, you will connect the Modem to your ADSL line and to a computer in your home or business. You have a choice of using an Ethernet or USB connnection. Proceed to the section for the connection you want to use. Connecting the Modem using an Ethernet Connection Figure 3-1: Modem 1. Connect one end of the provided phone cable to the ADSL (RJ-11 phone) port that is on the back of the Modem. (See Figure 3-2.
ADSL2 Modem with USB and Ethernet Connecting the Modem using a USB Connection 1. Connect one end of the phone cable to the ADSL (RJ-11 phone) port on the back of the Modem. (See Figure 32.) Connect the other end of the phone cable to the wall jack with ADSL service. 2. Connect the power adapter to the Modem and to the electrical outlet. (See Figure 3-4.) 3. Connect one end of the USB cable to the USB port on the back of the ADSL2 Modem (See Figure 3-5) and the other end to the USB port on your PC. 4.
ADSL2 Modem with USB and Ethernet Chapter 4: Installing the USB Driver Overview The first time you connect the Modem using a USB connection, you will need to install the USB driver. Installing the USB Driver If you are connecting the Modem to your computer using the USB port, then you will need to install the USB driver. Proceed to the section for your PC’s Windows operating system. Windows XP 1. Power on your computer. 2. Windows XP will automatically detect the ADSL2 Modem.
ADSL2 Modem with USB and Ethernet Windows 2000 1. Power on your computer. 2. Windows 2000 will automatically detect the ADSL2 Modem. Insert the User Guide and USB Drivers CD-ROM into your computer’s CD-ROM drive. 3. On the first screen of the Found New Hardware Wizard, click Next. Figure 4-3: 2000 Welcome 4. Select Search for a suitable driver for my device (recommended). Then click Next. Figure 4-4: 2000 Search 5. Select CD-ROM drives, and click Next.
ADSL2 Modem with USB and Ethernet 6. On the Driver Files Search Results screen, click Next. 7. You may see a Windows Digital Signature warning. As this product has been tested to work with Windows, you may continue. Figure 4-6: 2000 Search Results 8. When Windows 2000 has finished installing the driver, click Finish. Installation is complete.
ADSL2 Modem with USB and Ethernet Windows Millennium 1. Power on your computer. Figure 4-8: Me Locating Software 2. Windows Millennium will automatically detect the ADSL2 Modem. Insert the User Guide and USB Drivers CDROM into your computer’s CD-ROM drive. 3. On the first screen of the Add New Hardware Wizard, select Automatic search for a better driver (Recommended). Then click Next. Figure 4-9: Me Search 4. Please wait while Windows Millennium finds and automatically installs the driver.
ADSL2 Modem with USB and Ethernet Windows 98 1. Power on your computer. 2. Windows 98 will automatically detect the ADSL2 Modem. Insert the User Guide and USB Drivers CD-ROM into your computer’s CD-ROM drive. 3. On the first screen of the Add New Hardware Wizard, select click Next. Figure 4-12: 98 Search 4. Select Search for the best driver for your device (Recommended). Then click Next. 5. Select CD-ROM drive. Then click Next. Figure 4-13: Search for Best Driver 6.
ADSL2 Modem with USB and Ethernet 7. After Windows 98 has found the driver, click Next. Figure 4-15: 98 Updated Driver 8. When Windows 98 has finished installing the driver, click Finish. Figure 4-16: 98 Install Best Driver Installation is complete.
ADSL2 Modem with USB and Ethernet Chapter 5: Configuring the ADSL2 Modem Overview The ADSL2 Modem has been designed to be functional right out of the box, with the default settings. However, if you'd like to change these settings, the ADSL2 Modem can be configured through your web browser with the Web-Based Utility. This chapter explains how to configure the ADSL2 Modem in this manner. NOTE: Before you open your web browser, you may need to set your PC to a static IP Address.
ADSL2 Modem with USB and Ethernet Encapsulation. The Modem supports four Encapsulations (Internet connection types): RFC 1483 Bridged, RFC 2516 PPPoE, RFC 2364 PPPoA, and Bridged Mode Only. Each Basic Setup screen and available features will differ depending on what type of encapsulation you select. The encapsulations are described below. RFC 1483 Bridged Dynamic IP IP Settings. Select Obtain IP Address Automatically (DHCP) if your ISP says you are connecting through a dynamic IP address.
ADSL2 Modem with USB and Ethernet RFC 2516 PPPoE Some DSL-based ISPs use PPPoE (Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet) to establish Internet connections. Check with your ISP to see if they use PPPoE. If they do, you will have to enable PPPoE. • User Name and Password. Enter the User Name and Password provided by your ISP. • Keep Alive: Redial Period. If you select this option, the Modem will periodically check your Internet connection.
ADSL2 Modem with USB and Ethernet When finished making your changes on this tab, click the Save Settings button to save these changes, or click the Cancel Changes button to undo your changes. Bridged Mode Only If you would like to use your Modem as a bridge, which makes the Modem act like a standalone modem (without NAT or Routing), select Bridged Mode Only.
ADSL2 Modem with USB and Ethernet • Number of Address. Enter the maximum number of computers that you want the DHCP server to assign IP addresses to. This number cannot be greater than 253. By default, as shown in Figure 5-9, the range is 192.168.1.2 to 192.168.1.254. • IP Address Range. The range of DHCP addresses is displayed here. • Client Lease Time. Enter the hours and minutes in the fields.
ADSL2 Modem with USB and Ethernet Diagnostics Ping Test. This feature is used to find out if an IP Address is operating and available to receive and respond to traffic. • Ping Target IP. Enter the IP Address that you want to ping in the field. This can be either a local (LAN) IP or an Internet (WAN) IP address. • Ping Size. Enter the size of the ping packets. • Number of Pings. Enter the number of times that you want to ping. Click the Start Test button to start the Ping Test.
ADSL2 Modem with USB and Ethernet Status Tab Firmware Upgrade To upgrade the Modem’s firmware: 1. Go to the Linksys website at www.linksys.com/international and download the firmware that you want to use. Extract or unzip the file. 1. Click the Browse button to find the firmware upgrade file that you downloaded from the Linksys website and then extracted. 2. Double-click the firmware file you downloaded and extracted. Click the Update button, and follow the instructions there.
ADSL2 Modem with USB and Ethernet Status Tab Local Network The Local Network information that is displayed is the local IP Address, Subnet Mask, and DHCP Server. To view the DHCP Clients Table, click the DHCP Clients Table button. DHCP Clients Table. Click the DHCP Clients Table button to show the current DHCP Client data. You will see the MAC address, computer name, and IP address of the network clients using the DHCP server. (This data is stored in temporary memory and changes periodically.
ADSL2MUE Modem with USB and Ethernet Appendix A: Troubleshooting This appendix consists of two parts: “Common Problems and Solutions” and “Frequently Asked Questions.” Provided are possible solutions to problems that may occur during the installation and operation of the Modem. Read the descriptions below to help you solve your problems. If you can’t find an answer here, check the Linksys website at www.linksys.com/international. Common Problems and Solutions 1.
ADSL2MUE Modem with USB and Ethernet 7. Toward the bottom of the window, select Use the following DNS server addresses, and enter the Preferred DNS server and Alternative DNS server (provided by your ISP). Contact your ISP or go on its website to find the information. 8. Click the OK button in the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties window, and click the OK button in the Local Area Connection Properties window. 9. Restart the computer if asked.
ADSL2MUE Modem with USB and Ethernet 3. I forgot my password, or the password prompt always appears when I am saving settings to the Gateway. • Reset the Modem to factory default by pressing the Reset button for 10 seconds and then releasing it. If you are still getting prompted for a password when saving settings, then perform the following steps: 1. Access the Modem’s web-based utility by going to http://192.168.1.1 or the IP address of the Modem.
ADSL2MUE Modem with USB and Ethernet 7. The Power LED flashes continuously. The Power LED lights up when the device is first powered up. In the meantime, the system will boot up itself and check for proper operation. After finishing the checking procedure, the LED remains steady to show that the system is working fine. If the LED continues to flash after this time, the device is not working properly. Try to flash the firmware by assigning a static IP address to the computer, and then upgrade the firmware.
ADSL2MUE Modem with USB and Ethernet Does the Gateway support any operating system other than Windows 98SE, Windows Millennium, Windows 2000, or Windows XP? Yes, but Linksys does not, at this time, provide technical support for setup, configuration or troubleshooting of any non-Windows operating systems. The web page hangs; downloads are corrupt, or nothing but junk characters are being displayed on the screen.
ADSL2MUE Modem with USB and Ethernet I have my Linksys Router connected to my Modem and I can no longer access the Web-based utility to change my settings. What can I do? You can disconnect your Router from the Modem, so the Modem will be directly connected to your PC and you can have access to the Modem’s Web-based utility.
ADSL2 Modem with USB and Ethernet Appendix B: Upgrading Firmware The Modem’s firmware is upgraded through the Web-Utility's Security tab. Follow these instructions: 1. Download the firmware from Linksys's website at www.linksys.com/international. 2. Click Upgrade Firmware from the Web-Utility's Help tab, and the Upgrade Firmware screen will appear. 3. Enter the location of the firmware's file or click the Browse button to find the file. 4. Then, click the Update button to upgrade the firmware.
ADSL2 Modem with USB and Ethernet Appendix C: Glossary 802.11a - A wireless networking standard that specifies a maximum data transfer rate of 54Mbps and an operating frequency of 5GHz. 802.11b - A wireless networking standard that specifies a maximum data transfer rate of 11Mbps and an operating frequency of 2.4GHz. 802.11g - A wireless networking standard that specifies a maximum data transfer rate of 54Mbps, an operating frequency of 2.4GHz, and backward compatibility with 802.11b devices.
ADSL2 Modem with USB and Ethernet Buffer - A shared or assigned memory area that is used to support and coordinate different computing and networking activities so one isn't held up by the other. Byte - A unit of data that is usually eight bits long Cable Modem - A device that connects a computer to the cable television network, which in turn connects to the Internet. CSMA/CA (Carrier Sense Multiple Access/Collision Avoidance) - A method of data transfer that is used to prevent data collisions.
ADSL2 Modem with USB and Ethernet DTIM (Delivery Traffic Indication Message) - A message included in data packets that can increase wireless efficiency. Dynamic IP Address - A temporary IP address assigned by a DHCP server. EAP (Extensible Authentication Protocol) - A general authentication protocol used to control network access. Many specific authentication methods work within this framework.
ADSL2 Modem with USB and Ethernet Infrastructure - A wireless network that is bridged to a wired network via an access point. IP (Internet Protocol) - A protocol used to send data over a network. IP Address - The address used to identify a computer or device on a network. IPCONFIG - A Windows 2000 and XP utility that displays the IP address for a particular networking device. IPSec (Internet Protocol Security) - A VPN protocol used to implement secure exchange of packets at the IP layer.
ADSL2 Modem with USB and Ethernet OFDM (Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing) - Frequency transmission that separates the data stream into a number of lower-speed data streams, which are then transmitted in parallel to prevent information from being lost in transit. Packet - A unit of data sent over a network. Passphrase - Used much like a password, a passphrase simplifies the WEP encryption process by automatically generating the WEP encryption keys for Linksys products.
ADSL2 Modem with USB and Ethernet SMTP (Simple Mail Transfer Protocol) - The standard e-mail protocol on the Internet. SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) - A widely used network monitoring and control protocol. Software - Instructions for the computer. A series of instructions that performs a particular task is called a "program". SOHO (Small Office/Home Office) - Market segment of professionals who work at home or in small offices.
ADSL2 Modem with USB and Ethernet TKIP (Temporal Key Integrity Protocol) - a wireless encryption protocol that provides dynamic encryption keys for each packet transmitted. Topology - The physical layout of a network. TX Rate - Transmission Rate. UDP (User Datagram Protocol) - A network protocol for transmitting data that does not require acknowledgement from the recipient of the data that is sent. Upgrade - To replace existing software or firmware with a newer version.
ADSL2 Modem with USB and Ethernet Appendix D: Specifications Standards G.992.1 (G.dmt), G.992.2 (G.lite), G.992.3 (ADSL2), T1.413i2, Reach-Extended ADSL (READSL), ADSL2+ Upgradeable (G.992.5), RFC 1483/2684, RFC 2364 PPPoA, RFC 2516 PPPoE, USB 1.1, IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.
ADSL2 Modem with USB and Ethernet Appendix E: Warranty Information WARRANTY Linksys warrants to You that, for a period of two years (the “Warranty Period”), your Linksys Product will be substantially free of defects in materials and workmanship under normal use. Your exclusive remedy and Linksys' entire liability under this warranty will be for Linksys at its option to repair or replace the Product or refund Your purchase price less any rebates. This limited warranty extends only to the original purchaser.
ADSL2 Modem with USB and Ethernet Appendix F: Regulatory Information FCC STATEMENT This product has been tested and complies with the specifications for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
ADSL2 Modem with USB and Ethernet The REN is useful to determine the quantity of devices that may be connected to the telephone line and still have all of those devices ring when your telephone number is called. In most, but not all areas, the sum of RENs should not exceed 5. To be certain of the number of devices that may be connected to the line, as determined by the total RENs, contact the telephone company to determine the maximum REN for the calling area.
ADSL2 Modem with USB and Ethernet EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY (EUROPEAN COMMUNITY) This product conforms to the Directive 1999/5/EC (R&TTE).
ADSL2 Modem with USB and Ethernet Appendix G: Contact Information Need to contact Linksys? Visit us online for information on the latest products and updates to your existing products at: http://www.linksys.com/international If you experience problems with any Linksys product, you can e-mail us at: In Europe E-mail Address Austria support.at@linksys.com Belgium support.be@linksys.com Denmark support.dk@linksys.com France support.fr@linksys.com Germany support.de@linksys.com Italy support.
