Quick Reference Guide

Reference Manual for the Model DG824M Wireless ADSL Modem Gateway

Connecting the Gateway to the Internet 3-7

Connect the Ethernet cable (C) from your DG824M’s LAN port to the Ethernet adapter in

your computer.

Figure 3-6: Connecting a computer to the DG824M wireless gateway

Note: The DG824M wireless gateway incorporates Auto Uplink

technology. Each Ethernet

LAN 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

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 will accommodate

either type of cable to make the right connection.

d. Connect the power adapter to the gateway and plug it in to a power outlet. Verify the

following:

The power light is lit after turning on the gateway.

The ADSL link light is solid green, indicating a link has been established to the

cable network.

e. Now, turn on your computer. If software usually logs you in to your Internet connection,

do not run that software or cancel it if it starts automatically.

The local lights are lit for any connected computers.

Note: For instructions on connecting computers to the DG824M via wireless links, please

see the Chapter 4, “Wireless Configuration”.

3. LOG IN TO THE DG824M.

Note: Your computer needs to be configured for DHCP. For instructions on configuring for

DHCP, please see Appendix C in the Reference Manual on the Model DG824M Resource CD.

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