User guide

030-300432 Rev. A 18 February 2005
User Guide
6.4 Hardware Installations
NOTE: If you are using the Router in conjunction with an Ethernet Hub or Switch, refer to the manufacturer’s
instructions for proper installation and configuration. When using a Microfilter, be certain that the DSL phone cable
is connected to the “DSL/HPN” non-filtered jack. Please wait until you have received notification from your ISP
that your DSL line has been activated before installing the Router. Westell recommends the use of a surge
suppressor to protect equipment attached to the power supply.
6.4.1 Installation via 10/100 Base-T Ethernet
IMPORTANT: Before you connect via 10/100 Base-T, you must have an available Ethernet card installed
in your computer. If your Ethernet card does not auto-negotiate, you must set it to half duplex. Refer to the
Ethernet card manufacturer’s instructions for installing and configuring your Ethernet card.
Warning: Your power requirements may differ from those displayed in the following instructions. You must use
only the power adapter provided with your kit.
1. Connect the power supply cord to the power connector marked 15 VAC on the rear panel of the Router. Plug
the other end of the power supply into a wall socket.
2. Connect the DSL phone cable from the connector marked
DSL on the rear panel of the Router to the DSL-
equipped telephone line jack on the wall. IMPORTANT: Do not
use a DSL filter on this connection. You must
use the phone cord that was provided with the kit.
3. Connect the yellow Ethernet cable from any one of the Ethernet jacks marked
on the rear panel of the
Router to the Ethernet port on your computer. Repeat this step to connect up to three additional PCs to your
Westell Router.
NOTE: You may connect to any of the four Ethernet jacks on the rear panel as they serve as an Ethernet switch.
However, when using the optional UPLINK/E1 port, Ethernet LAN connection is limited to ports E2, E3, and E4.
4. Check to see if the DSL LED is solid green. If the DSL LED is solid green, the Router is functioning properly.
5. Check to see if the Ethernet LED is solid green. Solid green indicates that the Ethernet connection is
functioning properly.
Congratulations! You have completed the Ethernet hardware installation. No software installation is required when using
only an Ethernet connection. You must now proceed to section 8 to configure your Router for Internet connection.
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