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able of Contents Table of Contents I. About This Manual 2 II. Preface 3 III. Overview 4 About ADSL 4 Protocol and Device Driver Selection 4 Features 8 Description of the Front Panel LEDs 9 Description of the Rear Panel Connectors 9 IV. USB ADSL Modem Hardware Installation 10 V. Software Installation 11 Before You Start 11 Windows Installation 13 Installing the Driver Software 13 Customizing Communication Settings 19 VI. VII. Updating the USB ADSL Modem Software 20 VIII.
About this Manual This manual provides a comprehensive user’s guide and installation manual for USB ADSL modem. It has been organized in a way that should make it easy to follow by users worldwide. In order to ensure optimal comprehension, the following list provides brief descriptions of the formatting styles used in this manual. Commands: Commands are always shown as shadow words with the word “click” preceding them. For example, click Next, click OK, or click Cancel.
Preface This manual contains information regarding the installation, operation, and configuration of the USB ADSL Modem. Additionally, it outlines the use of the Control Panel Application. The following chapters are included in this manual: Overview: It offers a brief description of ADSL, protocol and device driver selection, and the features of the USB ADSL Modem. USB ADSL Modem Hardware Installation It describes the steps for connecting the USB ADSL Modem.
Overview About ADSL Asymmetric Digital Subscriber Line (ADSL) technology provides high-speed data access across regular phone lines (copper wires) by making use of previously unused frequency bandwidth above the voice band. By placing the ADSL signal above the frequency of the voice signal, ADSL service is able to coexist on the same line with your telephone service.
Several different protocols are used on top of ATM. The protocol required in your configuration depends on the equipment deployed by your DSL service provider. There are several possibilities: 1. Point to Point Protocol (PPP) Over ATM (RFC 2364) PPP provides session setup, user authentication (login), and encapsulation for upper layer protocols such as IP (Internet Protocol). The use of PPP makes the modem appear as a dial modem to the operating system. Dial-Up Networking is used to establish a connection.
1. WAN driver This driver causes the modem to resemble a dial-up modem. Call establishment is performed through Dial-Up Networking. This driver supports RFC 2364 and 2516 with PVC connections. It can be used with Windows 98, Windows 98 SE, Windows 2000, Windows Me, and Windows XP. 2. LAN driver This driver makes the modem appear as a LAN or Ethernet device. Connection establishment is automatic. This driver supports RFC 1483 with PVC connections. Additionally, PPPoE is supported via third-party software.
The device driver choices are summarized in the table below: Driver Type WAN Protocol Operating System RFC 2364 Windows 2000 RFC 2516 (not with MAC Windows XP OS 9.x, nor with MAC OS Windows Me X) Windows 98 SE Windows 98 LAN RFC 1483 Windows 2000 RFC 2516 (MAC OS X Windows XP 10.1.
Features The USB ADSL Modem provides the following features: Compliant with Universal Serial Bus Specification Revision 1.1 USB bus-powered; an external power supply is not required Supports three device drivers: Microsoft NDIS 4.0 WAN Miniport, NDIS 4.0 LAN Miniport or NDIS 5.0 ATM Miniport Compatible with T1.413 i2, G.DMT, and G.
Description of the front Panel LEDs Power LINK (PW) (LK) Color Status Green Green Green steady Power On Link Green blink N/A No Connection OFF Power Off N/A LED LABEL Table 1-1 Front Panel LEDs Description of the Rear Panel Connectors BACK PANEL DESCRIPTION CONNECTOR Line ADSL Port Phone RJ-11 phone connector (optional) USB USB Port Table 1-2 Back Panel Connectors 9
USB ADSL Modem Hardware Installation Hardware Installation Install the USB ADSL Modem by following these steps with the PC running: 1. Insert the rectangular end of a USB cable into the USB port of your PC. 2. Insert the square end of the USB cable into the USB port of the USB ADSL Modem. Note: The USB cable should not be inserted until you are prompted by software installation to do so.
Software Installation The software installation procedures vary depending upon the operating system of your PC. Be sure to follow the instructions provided for the operating system appropriate for you. Before you start… The following information may be required for software installation. Contact your DSL service provider before proceeding with software installation. IP Address Settings The software installation process allows the server to dynamically assign IP Address settings.
ATM Virtual Path ID (VPI) Note: Required if not using default value ATM Virtual Circuit ID (VCI) Note: Required if not using default value Encapsulation type Note: Required if not using default value Modulation type Note: Required if not using default value User Name (for PPP applications only) Password (for PPP applications only).
Windows Installation The software setup process for Microsoft Windows applications (XP, 2000, Me, 98 SE, and 98) is described below with operating system specific differences noted. The USB ADSL Modem should be connected to your PC prior to installing the driver software. No other Windows programs should be running on your PC during the software install process.
3. A Licensing Agreement message will be displayed; click Accept. 4. The Select Service Provider window allows you to specify your DSL service provider. A list of service providers is displayed. Default values for the Type of Driver, ATM Virtual Path ID (VPI), ATM Virtual Circuit ID (VCI), Encapsulation type and Modulation type are provided for each DSL service provider listed in the window.
a) Select the type of driver to be installed from the Select Driver Type window and click Next. b) Enter/Select the VPI, VCI, Encapsulation type and Modulation type from the Communication Settings window and click Next. Note: The encapsulation types that appear in the drop-down list vary depending upon the type of driver selected in the previous step.
5. The Ready to Install window will be displayed. You may review the current settings and click Back to change the settings, or click Next to accept the current settings. 6. A message will be displayed indicating that the drivers are being installed. Note: You may need the Windows CD to complete the installation.
7. The Installing window will be displayed. You may insert USB cable now. 8. The system must be rebooted to have the new settings take effect, therefore the Reboot window will appear. Remove all disks from their drives, select Yes, reboot the computer now; and click Close to reboot.
9. Once the PC has rebooted, installation of the USB Modem is complete. The Finished window will be displayed indicating the installation has been completed. Click Finish.
Customizing Communication Settings Accessing Communication Settings on Windows Once the USB ADSL Modem and software have been installed, the communication settings may be easily updated by performing the following steps: 1. From your PC desktop click Start Programs DSL Modem Configure. 2. The Communication Settings window will be displayed. Make the necessary changes to the VPI, VCI, Encapsulation type and/or Modulation type and click Next. 3.
Updating the USB ADSL Modem Software Windows Drivers Update Once the USB ADSL Modem has been installed, updating to a new version of the software is an easy process. Simply uninstall the existing drivers, and then install the new drivers. Note: Be sure to follow the instructions provided for the appropriate operating system for your application.
The DSL Modem Status The DSL Modem Status provides a quick and easy way to configure and check the performance of the modem and the ADSL connection. When open, the monitor window updates every 2 seconds. DSL Modem Status 1. There are two methods to access the control panel: From your PC desktop, click Start Programs DSL Modem DSL or From the PC desktop, double click the DSL Modem icon in the system tray. Note: To access the DSL Modem Status, the device driver must be running.
3. Driver Version and Control Panel Version would be listed after clicking button.
Software Uninstall Windows Uninstall Remove the USB ADSL Modem software drivers by performing the following steps. 1. From your PC desktop click Start Programs DSL Modem Uninstall. 2. A message will be displayed asking you to confirm the removal of the USB ADSL modem software, click Yes. 3. A message will be displayed to remind you don’t unplug the USB cable until after the Setup Wizard has finished. Click OK. 4. A Uninstalling message will be displayed indicating the software is being removed.
5. A message will be displayed to remind you to unplug your modem. You may unplug the USB cable now. 6. The Reboot window will appear. Remove all disks from their drives, select Yes, reboot the computer now; and click Close to reboot. Note: The USB cable must be unplugged before the system is rebooted.
Appendix A: Point-to-Pint Protocol Over Ethernet Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet PPPoE (Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet) is a specification for connecting multiple computer users on an Ethernet to a remote site through common customer premises equipment. PPPoE can be used to have an office or buildingfull of users share a common DSL (Digital Subscriber Line) connection to the Internet.
PPPoE for LAN Applications PPPoE is supported via third party software when implemented with a LAN driver, making the modem appear as a local area network (LAN) device to the operating system. It allows multiple computer users on an Ethernet to share a common DSL connection to the Internet. After installing the LAN driver, follow the installation instructions provided with the third party PPPoE software. The third party software will search for existing drivers.
Appendix B: Specifications USB ADSL Modem Connector The USB ADSL Modem is connected to your PC via a USB cable. The rectangular end of the USB cable inserts into the USB port of your PC while the square end of the cable inserts into the USB port of the USB ADSL Modem. An RJ-11 connector is provided for connection to the telephone line. Data Transfer Rates ANSI T1.413 / ITU G.992.
ITU G.992.2 Data Rates Data rates for G.992.2 (G.lite) mode are likewise partitioned at 32kb/s increments. The downstream data rates extend from 64 kb/s to 4 Mb/s. The upstream data rates extend from 32 kb/s to 1024 kb/s. Bit Rate (kb/s) Min Max Downstream 64 4000 Upstream 32 1024 Table 2: G.992.2 Payload Bit Rates Power Requirements Typical Power Consumption CP USB Modem Power Consumption Power Supply Data Mode +5V Digital 0.100 W +5V Analog 0.250 W +3.3V 0.995 W +12V 0.896 W Total: 2.
System Requirements Windows Operating Systems Windows 98, Windows 98SE, Windows ME, Windows 2000, or Windows XP 32 MB RAM Pentium-class processor (200MHz or better) 1 Universal Serial Bus (USB) port 10 MB free HD space Hardware Requirements Processor Intel-compatible 80486 or higher, including Pentium and Pentium Pro.
