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Section 1 - Product Overview • • • • • • Package Contents DSL-320B ADSL Modem Power Adapter CD-ROM with User Manual One twisted-pair telephone cable used for ADSL connection One straight-through Ethernet cable One Quick Installation Guide Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with the DSL-320B will cause damage and void the warranty for this product.
Section 1 - Product Overview 11 Features • PPP (Point-to-Point Protocol) Security – The Modem supports PAP (Password Authentication Protocol) and CHAP (Challenge Handshake Authentication Protocol) for PPP connections. The Modem also supports MSCHAP. • DHCP Support – Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol automatically and dynamically assigns all LAN IP settings to each host on your network. This eliminates the need to reconfigure every host whenever changes in network topology occur.
Section 1 - Product Overview • Hardware Overview Connections ADSL Port Use the ADSL cable to connect to the your telephone line (RJ-11 port). Ethernet Port Use the Ethernet port to connect the Modem to a computer or an Ethernet LAN. D-Link DSL-320B User Manual Reset Button To manually reset, depress button with the power on for at least seven seconds. Power Button Push in to power-on the Modem Push again to power-off the Modem.
Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview LEDs Power A steady green light indicates the unit is powered on. When the device is powered off this remains dark. Status Lights steady green during power on self-test (POST). Once the connection status has been settled, the light will blink green. If the indicator lights steady green after the POST, the system has failed and the device should be rebooted. D-Link DSL-320B User Manual DSL A steady green light indicates a valid ADSL connection.
Section 2 – Installation Installation This section will walk you through the installation process. Placement of the Modem is very important. Do not place the Modem in an enclosed area such as a closet, cabinet, or in the attic or garage. Before You Begin Please read and make sure you understand all the prerequisites for proper installation of your new Modem. Have all the necessary information and equipment on hand before beginning the installation.
Section 2 – Installation Web Browser Any common Web browser can be used to configure the Modem using the Web configuration management software. The program is designed to work best with more recently released browsers such as Opera, Microsoft Internet Explorer® version 6.0, Netscape Navigator® version 6.2.3, or later versions. The Web browser must have JavaScript enabled. JavaScript is enabled by default on many browsers.
Section 2 – Installation Information you will need from your ADSL service provider Username This is the Username used to log on to your ADSL service provider’s network. Your ADSL service provider uses this to identify your account. Password This is the Password used, in conjunction with the Username above, to log on to your ADSL service provider’s network. This is used to verify the identity of your account.
Section 2 – Installation VPI Most users will not be required to change this setting. The Virtual Path Identifier (VPI) is used in conjunction with the Virtual Channel Identifier (VCI) to identify the data path between your ADSL service provider’s network and your computer. If you are setting up the Modem for multiple virtual connections, you will need to configure the VPI and VCI as instructed by your ADSL service provider for the additional connections.
Section 2 – Installation Information you will need about your LAN or computer : Ethernet NIC If your computer has an Ethernet NIC, you can connect the DSL-320B to this Ethernet port using an Ethernet cable. You can also use the Ethernet ports on the DSL-320B to connect to other computer or Ethernet devices. DHCP Client status Your DSL-320B ADSL Modem is configured, by default, to be a DHCP server.
Section 2 – Installation Power on Modem The Modem must be used with the power adapter included with the device. 1. Insert the AC Power Adapter cord into the power receptacle located on the rear panel of the Modem and plug the adapter into a suitable nearby power source. 2. Depress the Power button into the on position. You should see the Power LED indicator light up and remain lit. The Status LED should light solid green and begin to blink after a few seconds. 3.
Section 2 – Installation Network Connections Connect ADSL Line Use the ADSL cable included with the Modem to connect it to a telephone wall socket or receptacle. Plug one end of the cable into the ADSL port (RJ-11 receptacle) on the rear panel of the Modem and insert the other end into the RJ-11 wall socket. If you are using a low pass filter device, follow the instructions included with the device or given to you by your service provider.
Section 3 – Configuration Setup This section will show you how to set up and configure your new D-Link Modem using the Web-based configuration utility. Web-based Configuration Utility Connect to the Modem To configure the WAN connection used by the Modem it is first necessary to communicate with the Modem through its management interface, which is HTML-based and can be accessed using a web browser.
Section 3 – Configuration Quick Setup This chapter is concerned with using your computer to configure the WAN connection. The following chapter describes the various windows used to configure and monitor the Modem including how to change IP settings and DHCP server setup. QUICK SETUP Click the Setup Wizard link at the top of the window of the Modem’s opening page to launch a series of setup windows.
Section 3 – Configuration QUICK SETUP – OPENING WINDOW The first window of the Setup Wizard lists the basic steps in the process. These steps are as follows: 1. Change the Modem password. 2. Configure the connection to the Internet. 3. Save the new configuration settings and reboot the system. QUICK SETUP – CHANGE YOUR MODEM PASSWORD This window of the Setup Wizard is used to change the Modem password.
Section 3 – Configuration QUICK SETUP – SELECT THE INTERNET CONNECTION TYPE Now use the drop-down menus to select the Country, ISP Provider, and Connection Type used for the Internet connection, and enter VPI and VCI values if applicable. Your ISP has given this information to you—any information that is not required for your provider will automatically be grayed out in this window and subsequent Quick Setup windows.
Section 3 – Configuration QUICK SETUP – PPPOE/PPPOA CONFIGURATION Type in the User Name and Password used to identify and verify your account to the ISP. If you are instructed to change the VPI or VCI number, type in the correct setting in the available entry fields. Most users will not need to change these settings. The Internet connection cannot function if these values are incorrect. Some users may have to adjust the Connection Type from the drop-down menu at the bottom of this Setup Wizard window.
Section 3 – Configuration QUICK SETUP – STATIC IP CONFIGURATION Enter values for VPI, VCI, IP Address, Subnet Mask, Default Gateway IP address, Preferred DNS Server IP address, and Alternate DNS Server IP address as instructed by your ISP. The Internet connection cannot function if these values are incorrect. Select the specific Connection Type from the drop-down menu. The available connection and encapsulation types are 1483 Routed IP LLC and 1483 Routed IP VC-Mux.
Section 3 – Configuration QUICK SETUP – FINISH & RESTART CONFIRMATION Finally you can confirm that the setup process is completed. If you are satisfied that you have entered all the necessary information correctly, click the Restart button to save the new configuration settings and restart the Modem. If you need to change settings from a previous window, click the Back button. QUICK SETUP – REBOOT CONFIRMATION DIALOG Click the OK button to proceed with the Modem reboot.
Section 3 – Configuration ADSL Setup To access the ADSL Setup window, simply login to the Modem or click either ADSL Setup in the Setup directory or Setup on the tool bar at the top of the Web manager window.
Section 3 – Configuration PPPoE/PPPoA To configure a PPPoE or PPPoA type WAN connection, follow these steps: 1. Type the Username and Password used for your ADSL account. A typical User Name will be in the form “user1234@isp.co.uk.” The Password may be assigned to you by your ISP or you may have selected it when you set up the account with your ISP. The Service Name field is used for the name of your Internet Service Provider. This is optional. 2. Choose the Connection Type from the drop-down menu.
Section 3 – Configuration Static IP Address When the Modem is configured to use Static IP Address assignment for the WAN connection, you must manually assign a global IP Address, Subnet Mask, and Default Gateway IP address used for the WAN connection. . To configure a Static IP Address WAN connection, follow these steps: 1. Change the IP Address, Subnet Mask, and Default Gateway as instructed by your ISP. These are the global IP settings for the WAN interface.
Section 3 – Configuration Bridge Mode For Bridged connections it will be necessary for most users to install additional software on any computer that will use the Modem for Internet access. The additional software is used for the purpose of identifying and verifying your account, and then granting Internet access to the computer requesting the connection. The connection software requires the user to enter the User Name and Password for the ISP account.
Section 3 – Configuration LAN Setup To access the LAN Setup window, click the LAN Setup button in the Setup directory. You can configure the LAN IP address to suit your preference. Many users will find it convenient to use the default settings together with DHCP service to manage the IP settings for their private network. The IP address of the Modem is the base address used for DHCP.
Section 3 – Configuration You may also configure DNS settings when using the Modem in DHCP mode (Advanced > DNS Setup). When “Obtain DNS server address automatically“ is clicked under DNS Server Configuration on the DNS Setup window, the Modem will automatically relay DNS settings to properly configured DHCP clients. To manually enter DNS IP addresses, click the “Use the following DNS server addresses“ radio button and type in a Preferred DNS Server and Alternate DNS Server in the fields provided.
Section 3 – Configuration Time and Date To access the Time and Date window, click the Time and Date button in the Setup directory. The Modem allows you to configure, update, and maintain the correct time on the internal clock. To configure system time on the Modem, click the Copy Your Computer’s Time Settings button, or set the time and date manually by using the Date and Time drop-down menus. When you are finished, click the Apply Settings button to set the system time and date information.
Section 3 – Configuration Parental Control To access the Parental Control window, click the Parental Control button in the Setup directory. Use this window to deny access to specified websites and to set Internet access time periods. URL or Uniform Resource Locator is a specially formatted text string that uniquely defines an Internet website. This window will allow users to block computers on the LAN from accessing certain URLs.
Section 3 – Configuration Advanced This chapter include the more advanced features used for network management and security. DNS Setup To access the DNS Setup window, click the DNS Setup button in the Advanced directory. If you have not been given specific DNS server IP addresses or if the Modem is not pre-configured with DNS server information, select the “Obtain DNS server address automatically” option.
Section 3 – Configuration Advanced ADSL To access the Advanced ADSL window, click the Advanced ADSL button in the Advanced directory. This window allows the user to set the configuration for ADSL protocols. For most ADSL accounts the default settings Autosense will work. This configuration works with all ADSL implementations. If you have been given instructions to change the Modulation method used, select the desired option from the Modulation Type drop-down menu and click the Apply Settings button.
Section 3 – Configuration Maintenance The Maintenance directory features an array of options designed to help you get the most out of your Modem. Password To access the Password window, click the Settings button in the Maintenance directory. To change the Administrator’s password, type the Current Password in the first field, the New Password in the second field, and enter the password again in the Confirm Password field to be certain you have typed it correctly.
Section 3 – Configuration Save/Restore Settings To access the Save/Restore Settings window, click the Save/Restore Settings button in the Maintenance directory. Once you have configured the Modem to your satisfaction, it is a good idea to back up the configuration file to your computer. To save the current configuration settings to your computer, click the Save button. You will be prompted to select a location on your computer to put the file. The file type is bin and may be named anything you wish.
Section 3 – Configuration Firmware Update To access the Firmware Update window, click the Firmware Update button in the Maintenance directory. Use this window to load the latest firmware for the device. Note that the device configuration settings may return to the factory default settings, so make sure you save the configuration settings with the Save/Restore Settings window described on the previous page.
Section 3 – Configuration Diagnostics To access the Diagnostic window, click the Diagnostics button in the Maintenance directory. This window is used to test connectivity of the Modem. A Ping test may be done through the local or external interface to test connectivity to known IP addresses. The diagnostics feature executes a series of tests of your system software and hardware connections. Use this window when working with your ISP to troubleshoot problems.
Section 3 – Configuration System Log To access the System Log window, click the System Log button in the Maintenance directory. The system log allows you to configure local and remote logging, and to view the logs that have been created. To generate a system log, tick the Log check box. Select the Log Level and Display Level from the pull-down menus. The levels available are the same for each type of level: Emergency, Alert, Critical, Error, Warning, Notice, Informational and Debugging.
Section 3 – Configuration Status Use the various read-only windows to view system information and monitor performance. Device Info To access the Device Info window, click the Device Info button in the Status directory. Use this window to quickly view basic current information about the LAN and WAN interfaces and device information including Firmware Version and MAC address.
Section 3 – Configuration Connected Clients To access the Connected Clients window, click the Connected Clients button in the Status directory. The Connected LAN Clients list displays active DHCP clients when the Modem is acting as a DHCP server.
Section 3 – Configuration Statistics To access the Statistics window, click the Statistics button in the Status directory. Use this window to monitor traffic on the Ethernet or ADSL connection. This window also displays information concerning ADSL status.
Section 3 – Configuration Help To access the Help window, click the Help directory.
Appendix A – Troubleshooting Troubleshooting This chapter provides solutions to problems that might occur during the installation and operation of the DSL-320B. Read the following descriptions if you are having problems. (The examples below are illustrated in Windows® XP. If you have a different operating system, the screenshots on your computer will look similar to the following examples.) 1. How do I configure my DSL-320B Modem without the CD-ROM? • • • • Note: 2.
Appendix A – Troubleshooting • 4. Please ensure that the settings in the Web-based configuration manager, e.g. ISP username and password, are the same as the settings that have been provided by your ISP. Why can’t I get an Internet connection? For ADSL ISP users, please contact your ISP to make sure the service has been enabled/connected by your ISP and that your ISP username and password are correct. 5.
Appendix B - Networking Basics Networking Basics Check Your IP Address After you install your new D-Link adapter, by default, the TCP/IP settings should be set to obtain an IP address from a DHCP server (i.e. wireless Modem) automatically. To verify your IP address, please follow the steps below. Click on Start > Run. In the run box type cmd and click on the OK. At the prompt, type ipconfig and press Enter. This will display the IP address, subnet mask, and the default gateway of your adapter.
Appendix B - Networking Basics Statically Assign An IP Address If you are not using a DHCP capable gateway/Modem, or you need to assign a static IP address, please follow the steps below: Step 1 Windows® XP - Click on Start > Control Panel > Network Connections. Windows® 2000 - From the desktop, right-click on the My Network Places > Properties. Step 2 Right-click on the Local Area Connection which represents your D-Link network adapter and select Properties.
Appendix C – Technical Specifications Technical Specifications Data Transfer Rate ADSL Standards • • • • ANSI T1.413 Issue 2 ITU G.992.1 (G.dmt) AnnexA ITU G.992.2 (G.lite) Annex A ITU G.994.1 (G.hs) • • • ADSL2 Standards • • • ITU G.992.3 (G.dmt.bis) Annex A ITU G.992.4 (G.lite.bis) Annex A ADSL2+ Standards • • • • • • • Media Interface ITU G.992.