User guide

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Chapter 2: Installation
Before installing the CheetahAccess Internet Gateway, verify that you have all the
items listed under “Package Contents.” If any of the items are missing or damaged,
contact your local Accton distributor. Also be sure that you have all the necessary
cabling before installing the CheetahAccess Internet Gateway. After installing the
CheetahAccess Internet Gateway, refer to the Web-based configuration program in
Chapter 4 for information on configuring the router.
Package Contents
After unpacking the CheetahAccess Internet Gateway, check the contents of the box
to be sure you have received the following components:
• CheetahAccess Internet Gateway
• One Power Adapter (AC-IG1004), One Power Cord (AC-IG1008)
• One CAT-5 Ethernet cable
• Four rubber feet
• Installation CD with complete user guide
• Quick Installation Guide
• Accton Registration Card
Immediately inform your dealer in the event of any incorrect, missing or damaged
parts. If possible, please retain the carton and original packing materials in case
there is a need to return the product.
Please fill out and return the Registration Card to Accton or register on Accton’s
Web site at www.accton.com. The CheetahAccess Internet Gateway is covered by a
limited lifetime warranty.
Description of Hardware
The CheetahAccess Internet Gateway can be connected to the Internet or to a
remote site using its RJ-45 WAN port or RS-232 serial port. It can be connected
directly to your PC or to a local area network using any of the Fast Ethernet LAN
ports. It can also function as a print server.
Access speed to the Internet depends on your service type. Full-rate ADSL can
provide up to 8 Mbps downstream and 640 Mbps upstream. G.lite (or splitterless)
ADSL provides up to 1.5 Mbps downstream and 512 Kbps upstream. Cable
modems can provide up to 36 Mbps downstream and 2 Mbps upstream. ISDN can
provide up to 128 Kbps when using two bearer channels. And PSTN analog
connections can now run up to 56 Kbps. However, you should note that the actual
rate provided by specific service providers may vary dramatically from these upper
limits.
Although access speed to the Internet is determined by the modem type connected
to your CheetahAccess Internet Gateway, data passing between devices connected
to your local area network can run up to 100 Mbps over the Fast Ethernet ports.