Xm128u_bk.fm Page i Wednesday, February 4, 1998 4:32 PM Getting Started Using FirstGear for the Model XM128U ISDN Digital Modem NETGEAR, Inc.
Xm128u_bk.fm Page ii Wednesday, February 4, 1998 4:32 PM © 1998 by NETGEAR, Inc. All rights reserved. Trademarks Bay Networks is a registered trademark of Bay Networks, Inc. NETGEAR and FirstGear are trademarks of Bay Networks, Inc. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows NT are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Other brand and product names are trademarks of their respective holders.
Xm128u_bk.fm Page iii Wednesday, February 4, 1998 4:32 PM Contents Preface Purpose ............................................................................................................................vii Conventions ......................................................................................................................vii Special Message Formats .........................................................................................viii Use of Enter, Type, and Press .................
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Xm128u_bk.fm Page v Wednesday, February 4, 1998 4:32 PM Figures Figure 2-1. Front panel of the Model XM128U modem (with S/T interface) ...............2-1 Figure 2-2. Rear panel of the Model XM128U modem ...............................................2-3 Figure 3-1. Model XM128U modem connections .......................................................3-2 Figure 3-2. New Hardware Found screen ..................................................................3-4 Figure 3-3.
Xm128u_bk.fm Page vi Wednesday, February 4, 1998 4:32 PM Tables vi Table 2-1. LED descriptions ......................................................................................2-2 Table 2-2. Rear panel components ...........................................................................
Xm128u_bk.fm Page vii Wednesday, February 4, 1998 4:32 PM Preface Congratulations on your purchase of the NETGEAR™ Model XM128U ISDN Digital Modem. The Model XM128U modem sets a new price and performance standard for rapidly growing Internet and telecommuting applications. The NETGEAR Model XM128U modem provides connection for one or more PCs to the Internet or to the office over ISDN (Integrated Services Digital Network) lines.
Xm128u_bk.fm Page viii Wednesday, February 4, 1998 4:32 PM Getting Started Using FirstGear for the Model XM128U ISDN Digital Modem Special Message Formats This guide uses the following formats to highlight special messages. Note: This format is used to highlight information of importance or special interest. Caution: This format is used to highlight information that will help you prevent equipment failure or loss of data.
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Xm128u_bk.fm Page 1 Wednesday, February 4, 1998 4:32 PM Chapter 1 Introduction This guide describes how to install and use the Model XM128U ISDN Digital Modem. It includes a physical description and installation instructions for the hardware, as well as instructions for installing and using FirstGear™ for configuring the modem. Use this guide as a reference for getting started.
Xm128u_bk.fm Page 2 Wednesday, February 4, 1998 4:32 PM Getting Started Using FirstGear for the Model XM128U ISDN Digital Modem The Model XM128U modem has the following speed and compatibility features: • Plug-and-Play support for a Windows® 95 environment • Full compatibility with both ISDN and remote public-switched telephone network (PSTN) by way of ISDN • Multiple signaling protocol compatibility with DSS1, 1TR6, NI-1, AT&T 5ESS, and Northern Telecom DMS 100 network switches • X.75, V.110, V.
Xm128u_bk.fm Page 1 Wednesday, February 4, 1998 4:32 PM Chapter 2 Physical Description This chapter provides information about the hardware features of the Model XM128U ISDN Digital Modem. Use the key at the bottom of each illustration to identify the panel components. Front Panel For easier management and control of the Model XM128U modem, familiarize yourself with the components on the front panel, as illustrated in Figure 2-1.
Xm128u_bk.fm Page 2 Wednesday, February 4, 1998 4:32 PM Getting Started Using FirstGear for the Model XM128U ISDN Digital Modem LEDs LEDs on the front panel of the Model XM128U modem allow you to monitor and diagnose the device. Table 2-1 describes each LED. Table 2-1. LED descriptions Label Color Activity Description PWR (Power) Green On Power is supplied to the modem. Green On The ISDN link on the D channel is active.
Xm128u_bk.fm Page 3 Wednesday, February 4, 1998 4:32 PM Getting Started Using FirstGear for the Model XM128U ISDN Digital Modem Rear Panel As illustrated in Figure 2-2, the rear panel contains a power switch; a power receptacle; and ports to connect a computer, ISDN line, and two analog devices (telephone, fax, or modem).
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Xm128u_bk.fm Page 1 Wednesday, February 4, 1998 4:32 PM Chapter 3 Installation This chapter provides information about installing and using the Model XM128U ISDN Digital Modem.
Xm128u_bk.fm Page 2 Wednesday, February 4, 1998 4:32 PM Getting Started Using FirstGear for the Model XM128U ISDN Digital Modem Installing the Modem Before connecting any of the devices to your modem, make sure the power is turned off on your computer and your Model XM128U modem. Then connect the ISDN line to your modem. Refer to Figure 3-1 and then to the steps following the illustration for detailed instructions for making those connections.
Xm128u_bk.fm Page 3 Wednesday, February 4, 1998 4:32 PM Getting Started Using FirstGear for the Model XM128U ISDN Digital Modem 2. Connect the other end (female end) of the 25-pin straight cable to the serial (COM) port on your computer. Note: If your computer has a 9-pin serial connector, use a 25-pin to 9-pin converter (25-pin male to 9-pin female). If you have a Macintosh, a special cable is needed for the connection. 3.
Xm128u_bk.fm Page 4 Wednesday, February 4, 1998 4:32 PM Getting Started Using FirstGear for the Model XM128U ISDN Digital Modem Installing the Windows 95 Driver The Model XM128U modem is Plug-and-Play compatible with Windows 95. If you are running Windows 95 or Windows NT, refer to this section to install the Windows 95 driver. If you are running Windows 3.
Xm128u_bk.fm Page 5 Wednesday, February 4, 1998 4:32 PM Getting Started Using FirstGear for the Model XM128U ISDN Digital Modem 4. Click on OK. The Install From Disk screen opens, as illustrated in Figure 3-3. Figure 3-3. Install From Disk screen 5. Insert the NETGEAR XM128 Driver Disk in the floppy drive. 6. As instructed on the Install From Disk screen, type A:\ to find the driver disk. 7. Click on OK. The Select Device screen opens, as illustrated in Figure 3-4. Figure 3-4.
Xm128u_bk.fm Page 6 Wednesday, February 4, 1998 4:32 PM Getting Started Using FirstGear for the Model XM128U ISDN Digital Modem 8. Select the desired modem driver. In most cases, depending on whether your ISP supports 64K or 128K connection, you will want to select one of the following: Netgear XM128, PPP 64K or Netgear XM128, MP-PPP 128K 9. Click on OK. 10. Click on OK again. The installation of your XM128 modem driver is complete. You can now use programs such as Dial-Up Networking.
Xm128u_bk.fm Page 7 Wednesday, February 4, 1998 4:32 PM Getting Started Using FirstGear for the Model XM128U ISDN Digital Modem To install the FirstGear software: 1. Insert your NETGEAR FirstGear disk into Drive A on your computer. 2. Select Run.... from the Start menu of Windows 95. 3. Type A:\Setup.exe and press [Enter]. The Welcome screen, as illustrated in Figure 3-5, opens. Figure 3-5. 4. Welcome screen Follow the instructions on your screen until the installation is complete.
Xm128u_bk.fm Page 8 Wednesday, February 4, 1998 4:32 PM Getting Started Using FirstGear for the Model XM128U ISDN Digital Modem 5. In the final screen, check the box to launch the application that will automatically launch the FirstGear Wizard. Figure 3-6 illustrates the Setup Complete screen. Figure 3-6.
Xm128u_bk.fm Page 9 Wednesday, February 4, 1998 4:32 PM Getting Started Using FirstGear for the Model XM128U ISDN Digital Modem You have a choice between launching this application automatically during the installation of FirstGear or running it later from the NETGEAR program group folder. Before you can run the Wizard, you must perform the following steps: 1. You must first have an active ISDN line (provided by your local telephone company). 2.
Xm128u_bk.fm Page 10 Wednesday, February 4, 1998 4:32 PM Getting Started Using FirstGear for the Model XM128U ISDN Digital Modem To launch FirstGear from the NETGEAR program folder: 1. Click on Next to continue, and the Telephone numbers assigned screen appears as shown in Figure 3-8. Figure 3-8. 2. Telephone numbers assigned screen Refer to the information supplied by your local telephone company. If you have been assigned only one telephone number, select 1. Otherwise, select 2.
Xm128u_bk.fm Page 11 Wednesday, February 4, 1998 4:32 PM Getting Started Using FirstGear for the Model XM128U ISDN Digital Modem 3. Click on Next. Based on the selection on the previous screen, you will be able to enter either one or two telephone numbers. Enter each telephone number, including the area code, in the Telephone number entry screen illustrated in Figure 3-9. Figure 3-9.
Xm128u_bk.fm Page 12 Wednesday, February 4, 1998 4:32 PM Getting Started Using FirstGear for the Model XM128U ISDN Digital Modem 4. After you enter the telephone number(s), click on Next to continue. At this point, the FirstGear Wizard will automatically detect the Service Profile IDs (SPIDs) and the appropriate switch type. When the procedure is successful, the Wizard displays the final status screen shown in Figure 3-10. Figure 3-10. 5.
Xm128u_bk.fm Page 13 Wednesday, February 4, 1998 4:32 PM Getting Started Using FirstGear for the Model XM128U ISDN Digital Modem If the Wizard is unable to determine the SPID and/or switch values, you will be prompted to enter these values directly. Refer to the information supplied by your local telephone company. The ISDN Settings menu tab, as illustrated in Figure 3-11, is used to enter the SPID and switch values directly. Figure 3-11.
Xm128u_bk.fm Page 14 Wednesday, February 4, 1998 4:32 PM Getting Started Using FirstGear for the Model XM128U ISDN Digital Modem About FirstGear FirstGear allows you to set the telephone numbers, run diagnostics, and enable/disable the Call Waiting feature. When you run FirstGear, it automatically displays the current setting of the Model XM128U modem. Figure 3-12 shows the Configuration menu screen. Figure 3-12.
Xm128u_bk.fm Page 15 Wednesday, February 4, 1998 4:32 PM Getting Started Using FirstGear for the Model XM128U ISDN Digital Modem Clicking on the buttons at the bottom of the screen will have the following results: • OK The OK button saves the current configuration and exits the program. • Cancel The Cancel button exits the program without saving the current configuration. • Apply The Apply button saves the current configuration but does not exit FirstGear.
Xm128u_bk.fm Page 16 Wednesday, February 4, 1998 4:32 PM Getting Started Using FirstGear for the Model XM128U ISDN Digital Modem The Configuration menu selections have the following results: • Retrieve Selecting Retrieve allows you to review the current setting of the Model XM128U modem. • Save Selecting Save allows you to update the modem with the new settings.
Xm128u_bk.fm Page 17 Wednesday, February 4, 1998 4:32 PM Getting Started Using FirstGear for the Model XM128U ISDN Digital Modem The Tools menu provides you with the ability to program some of the advanced features using AT commands as well as a diagnostic tool. Figure 3-15 shows the Tools menu choices displayed. Figure 3-15.
Xm128u_bk.fm Page 18 Wednesday, February 4, 1998 4:32 PM Getting Started Using FirstGear for the Model XM128U ISDN Digital Modem The Help menu allows you to retrieve an online version of this manual. Figure 3-16 shows the Help menu bar selected. Figure 3-16. Help menu screen Configuring Windows 95 Dial-Up Networking You must install Windows 95 and Dial-Up Networking before proceeding with this section.
Xm128u_bk.fm Page 19 Wednesday, February 4, 1998 4:32 PM Getting Started Using FirstGear for the Model XM128U ISDN Digital Modem 3. Double-click on the Make New Connection icon from within the Dial-Up Networking folder. The Make New Connection screen, as illustrated in Figure 3-17, opens. Figure 3-17. Make New Connection screen 4. Type a name for your connection in the Type a name for the computer you are dialing field. 5. Select the appropriate Model XM128U modem driver for the dial-up connection.
Xm128u_bk.fm Page 20 Wednesday, February 4, 1998 4:32 PM Getting Started Using FirstGear for the Model XM128U ISDN Digital Modem 6. Click on Next. The second Make New Connection screen opens, as illustrated in Figure 3-18. Figure 3-18. Make New Connection screen for entering ISP information 7. Type the phone number of the Internet service provider (ISP) or host you will be calling. 8. Click on Next. 9. Click on Finish. A new icon is created in the Dial-Up Networking folder.
Xm128u_bk.fm Page 21 Wednesday, February 4, 1998 4:32 PM Getting Started Using FirstGear for the Model XM128U ISDN Digital Modem 10. Select the new icon in the Dial-Up Networking folder, and click on the right mouse button. 11. Select Properties from the menu. The My Connection screen, as illustrated in Figure 3-19, opens. Figure 3-19. My Connection screen 12. Make sure that your Model XM128U modem appears in the Connect using box.
Xm128u_bk.fm Page 22 Wednesday, February 4, 1998 4:32 PM Getting Started Using FirstGear for the Model XM128U ISDN Digital Modem 13. Click on the Server Types tab. The Server Types tab opens, as illustrated in Figure 3-20. If you are using PPP, use the default settings shown in Figure 3-20. If you are connecting to a LAN, select Log on to network. If you are logging on to a Microsoft® Windows network, select NetBEUI. If you are logging on to a Novell network, select IPX/SPX Compatible.
Xm128u_bk.fm Page 23 Wednesday, February 4, 1998 4:32 PM Getting Started Using FirstGear for the Model XM128U ISDN Digital Modem 14. Click on TCP/IP Settings. The TCP/IP Settings screen, as illustrated in Figure 3-21, opens. Figure 3-21. TCP/IP Settings screen 15. Click on the Specify name server addresses radio button. 16. Enter your primary and secondary Domain Name Server (DNS) numbers. Obtain DNS numbers from your ISP. If your host requires you to specify an IP address, go to the next step.
Xm128u_bk.fm Page 24 Wednesday, February 4, 1998 4:32 PM Getting Started Using FirstGear for the Model XM128U ISDN Digital Modem Configuring Dial-Up Networking for Two B Channels To configure your Model XM128U modem for use with two B channels using Multilink PPP: 1. Double-click on the My Computer icon. 2. Double-click on the Dial-Up Networking folder. 3. Double-click on the Make New Connection icon from within the Dial-Up Networking folder. 4.
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