MicroLink 56k Fun LAN TM
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| Thank you for placing your trust in this devolo product. With the MicroLink 56k Fun LAN, you will be able to access the Internet and take advantage of a variety of other data communications applications by using the software package provided. Exacting manufacturing standards and stringent quality control are the basis for high product standards and consistent quality to ensure your fullest satisfaction with your modem.
| EN Contents 1 Introduction ............................................................................................ 5 1.1 What does the MicroLink 56k Fun LAN have to offer? ................. 5 1.2 Firewall and virus scanner............................................................. 6 2 Connection and Startup........................................................................ 7 2.1 System requirements..................................................................... 7 2.
| Introduction 5 Introduction 1.1 What does the MicroLink 56k Fun LAN have to offer? EN 1 The MicroLink 56k Fun LAN is an optimized and user-friendly network and Internet access solution for home and SOHO (small office/home office) use. This innovative modem allows both individual installation and multiple installation solutions.
EN 1.2 Introduction | Firewall and virus scanner Included with the MicroLink 56k Fun LAN is Norman Internet Control software. Norman Internet Control is a firewall and antivirus program that checks your computer for destructive software. This kind of software is also referred to as malware (short for “malicious software”). The most common types of malware are viruses, worms and Trojan horses. For the sake of simplicity, “virus” is frequently used as a collective name.
| 7 Connection and Startup This chapter introduces you to the hardware of the MicroLink 56k Fun LAN and shows you how to connect the modem and establish a connection to the Internet as quickly as possible. Thanks to the Ethernet interface of the MicroLink 56k Fun LAN, you can choose between two different scenarios: 쎲 Individual installation solution: If you want only one PC to access the Internet, choose the solution “Connecting the modem to a single PC” on page 9.
Connection and Startup | EN You will find three LED control lamps on the front panel: 쎲 Power: This lamp lights once the modem is switched on and is supplied with power. 쎲 Data: This lamp is lit to indicate that data are being sent or received by the modem. 쎲 Connect: This LED lights to show that the modem has opened the telephone line. It lights up as soon as the modem begins dialing, even if a connection to the ISP has not yet been established.
Connection and Startup 9 쎲 ETH: Ethernet connection (RJ45); this jack is used to connect the MicroLink 56k Fun LAN to your computer or router with the network cable provided. 쑗 LED (bottom left): this is lit when the MicroLink 56k Fun LAN is connected to the computer or router. 쑗 LED (bottom right): blinks during data transmission. 쎲 Line: telephone jack (RJ11); here is where you connect the MicroLink 56k Fun LAN to your telephone outlet using the telephone cable provided. 2.
Connection and Startup | EN 햴 Connect the MicroLink 56k Fun LAN to the power supply grid using the power adapter provided. 햵 Start your computer. 햶 Switch on the MicroLink 56k Fun LAN. 햷 Continue with the installation or configuration of your Internet access software under your operating system. All you need now to start using the MicroLink 56k Fun LAN is Internet access software so that you can establish an Internet connection. This software controls data traffic between your PC and the Internet.
| Connection and Startup 11 햳 Connect to the Internet using the shortcut on your desktop. 햴 Once you are connected, switch to the AOL software and log in. If you are starting the AOL software for the first time, you may need to click Next to switch to the log-in screen. Please note: closing the AOL software will not disconnect you from the Internet. You must close your connection manually after closing the software.
Connection and Startup | EN AOL users: AOL users have to configure a second AOL screen name. Use the first screen name to log on to AOL and the other to dial in. Otherwise, AOL will disconnect you when it detects the duplicate use of the screen name when you log on to AOL. In this window, check the box to enable the 'Show PPPoE status in the menu bar' option. This allows you to connect and disconnect the Internet connection quickly. 햵 Click PPPoE Options... and configure the settings as needed.
Connection and Startup 13 this icon and selecting Connect from the drop-down list. To end the connection, select Disconnect. If this icon does not appear on your screen, please open Network Preferences and make sure that the box next to 'Show PPPoE status in menu bar' is checked under the PPPoE tab. If you have problems with the connection, please check the settings of the firewall under System Preferences > Sharing > Firewall. Linux (SuSE 9.
Connection and Startup | EN 쑗 'Firewall': Here you have your choice of three settings. Select the one that best suits your needs. 햵 In an editor, open the '/etc/ppp/pppoe.conf' file. On the 'Servicename' line, make the following addition to the dial string: “Servicename 'atdt'” 햶 In an editor, open the '/etc/ppp/pppoe-server-options' file.
Connection and Startup 15 noaccomp noccp” 햸 The following files must be changed if you change providers: 쑗 '/etc/ppp/peers/dsl-provider' 쑗 '/etc/ppp/pap-secrets or chap-secrets' Alternatively, you can also create a new provider file. The pao/chap information are adapted accordingly. 햹 To dial in, enter the command 'pon PROVIDERFILE', for example as “pon dsl-provider”. You can disconnect using the 'poff' command. Other settings: In the '/etc/pppoe.conf' file, you can also configure some other settings.
| Connecting the MicroLink 56k Fun LAN to a router EN 2.4.1 Connection and Startup MicroLink 56k Fun LAN LAN router To connect to a network, follow these steps: 햲 Connect the MicroLink 56k Fun LAN to the WAN Ethernet interface of your router using the network cable. For information on connecting a router to your computer, please refer to the corresponding documentation. 햳 Connect your MicroLink 56k Fun LAN to the matching connection jack of the telephone line using the telephone cable provided.
Connection and Startup 17 The following instructions are general and not device-specific. For the specific steps to be followed, please refer to the corresponding documentation of your router.
Appendix | Appendix 3.1 Technical data EN 3 Users with specific technical interests should refer to this table for detailed information on the MicroLink 56k Fun LAN. MicroLink 56k Fun LAN Phys. transfer rates Receiving 56,000 - 300 bps, asynchronous; Sending 33,600 - 300 bps, asynchronous (V.92, V.90, V.34, V.32bis, V.32, V.23, V.22bis, V.22, V.21) Protocol PPPoE Data compression V.42bis and V.44 Error correction V.
| 19 Declaration of conformity EN 3.
EN 3.3 Appendix | Care and maintenance of the device There are no user-serviceable parts inside the case. Do not open the case. Clean the unit by wiping dirt from the case using an eyeglasses cleaning cloth or other soft cloth. Never use water, paint thinner, benzene, alcohol or other strong cleaning agents when cleaning the MicroLink 56k Fun LAN, as these could damage the case. 3.
| 21 Warranty conditions The devolo AG warranty is given to purchasers of devolo products in addition to the warranty conditions provided by law and in accordance with the following conditions: 1 Warranty coverage a) The warranty covers the equipment delivered and all its parts.
EN 22 Appendix | f) g) the device shows any kind of mechanical damage, the warranty claim has not been reported in accordance with 3a) or 3b). 5 Operating mistakes If it becomes apparent that the reported malfunction of the device has been caused by unsuitable software, hardware, installation or operation, devolo reserves the right to charge the purchaser for the resulting testing costs. 6 Additional regulations a) b) The above conditions define the complete scope of devolo’s legal liability.