Connecting The Adsl Ethernet Modem; Verification Of Correct Operation - U.S.Robotics R24.0250.00 Guide D'installation

Connecting the ADSL Ethernet Modem

Connecting the ADSL Ethernet Modem
The following graphic is a representation of your system topology with the ADSL Ethernet Modem.
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Connect one end of the RJ-11 phone cord to the DSL port on the rear of your ADSL modem. Connect
the other end of the RJ-11 phone cord to your wall phone jack.
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Connect one end of the Ethernet cable to the ENET port on the rear of the ADSL modem. Connect the
other end of the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port on the NIC in your PC.
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Plug the AC power adapter cord into the PWR jack at the rear of the ADSL modem. Plug the AC power
adapter into a standard wall outlet. The ADSL modem is always supplied with power, so there is no
power switch to turn on. The PWR LED on the front panel of the ADSL modem will be illuminated if
power is being supplied to the modem. If your PC is not on, turn the PC on now.
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Verification of Correct Operation

Verification of Correct Operation
Use the following procedures to verify the installation and operation of the ADSL modem. Refer to the
Troubleshooting section of this guide if any problems occur.
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Launch an Internet browser on the PC connected to the ADSL modem.
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Enter a URL of your choice or enter http://www.usr.com
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Watch the DSL LED on the front of the ADSL modem blink as data is transmitted or received. If the
selected Web page comes up in the Internet browser screen, the network connection is successfully
established.
After the Installation procedure, some DSL service providers may require that you configure your
ADSL Ethernet Modem. Check with your DSL service provider to see if they have pre-configured the
ADSL Ethernet Modem or if you will be required to. If you have to perform the configuration, refer to
the configuration section of the User Guide on the Installation CD-ROM for the correct instructions. If
your service provider has not pre-configured the modem, make sure you have the following informa-
tion from your service provider:
• WAN Service Setting (PPP over ATM, PPP over Ethernet, RFC 1483 Bridged Mode, or RFC1483
Routed Mode)
• User Name and Password Information
• VPI/VCI Values and Encapsulation mode
• IP Information (DHCP or Static IP address, DNS Server, and Subnet Mask)
The information you need may be slightly different from what is listed above. Be sure to check with
your service provider about the exact information you require.
in your Web browser.
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