DSL-362T ADSL Modem User’s Manual First Edition (February 2004) 651D362T.015...
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DSL-362T DSL Modem User’s Guide CE Mark Warning This is a Class B product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS About This User’s Guide ..........................vii Before You Start ............................vii Information Required for Installation ......................viii Installing the USB Driver..........................x INTRODUCTION ......................1 Modem Description and Operation ......................... 1 Modem Features.............................. 3 Standards Compatibility and Compliance....................... 4 Front Panel Display............................
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OAM Test ..............................34 Status..............................35 Network Statistics ............................36 Connection Status ............................37 DHCP Clients..............................38 Modem Status ............................... 39 Product Info..............................40 System Log ..............................41 Help ............................... 42 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS................43 IP ADDRESS SETUP....................45 IP CONCEPTS ......................47 MICROFILTERS AND SPLITTERS .................
If you are using a computer with a functioning Ethernet port or an available USB port, the quickest and easiest way to set up the DSL-362T is to insert the Installation CD into the CD-ROM drive of your computer and follow the instructions provided in the Quick Installation Guide.
VPI above to identify the data path between your ADSL service provider’s network and your computer. Information you will need to change settings on the DSL-362T Modem: Record info here This is the Username needed access the Modem’s management interface.
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ADSL connection in the future. Once you have the above information, you are ready to setup and configure your DSL-362T ADSL Modem. The Modem may be reset to its factory default settings by performing a Restore settings operation within the management interface (see System Commands below).
The CD-ROM shipped with the Modem contains the USB driver software. 1. Insert the DSL-362T Installation CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. 2. Connect the USB cable to the device. Within a few seconds you should see the “ Found New Hardware”...
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DSL-362T DSL Modem User’s Guide 6. Check “ CD-ROM drives" (as shown above) if you are using the USB driver included on the CD-ROM that came with your Modem. Click Next. 7. Connect the Ethernet cable if you have not done so.
The Modem is easy to install and use. The DSL-362T connects to single computer or an Ethernet LAN via a standard Ethernet interface. A single computer may also be connected through the USB port. The ADSL connection is made using ordinary twisted-pair telephone line with standard connectors.
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DSL-362T ADSL Modem User’s Guide Web Browser Any common web browser can be used to configure the Modem using the web configuration management software. The program is designed to work best with more recently released browsers such as Opera, Microsoft Internet Explorer®...
DSL-362T ADSL Modem User’s Guide Modem Features The DSL-362T ADSL Modem utilizes the latest ADSL enhancements to provide a reliable Internet portal suitable for most small to medium sized offices. DSL-362T advantages include: • PPP (Point-to-Point Protocol) Security – The DSL-362T ADSL Modem supports PAP (Password Authentication Protocol) and CHAP (Challenge Handshake Authentication Protocol) for PPP connections.
DSL-362T ADSL Modem User’s Guide Standards Compatibility and Compliance The DSL-362T complies with or is compatible with the following standards as recognized by their respective agencies. • ITU G.992.2 (G.lite “ Splitterless ADSL”) compliant • ITU-T Rec. I.361 compliant •...
DSL-362T ADSL Modem User’s Guide Packing List Open the shipping carton and carefully remove all items. In addition to this User's Guide, ascertain that you have: • One DSL-362T ADSL Modem • One Quick Installation Guide • One twisted-pair telephone cable used for ADSL connection •...
DSL-362T ADSL Modem User’s Guide Rear Panel Connections All cable connections to the Modem are made at the rear panel. Connect the power adapter here to power on the Modem. Use the Reset button to restore the settings to the factory default values (see Factory Reset Button in the next chapter for instructions on using the reset button).
Hardware Installation The DSL-362T maintains three separate interfaces, an Ethernet, a USB and an ADSL interface. Place the Modem in a location where it can be connected to the various devices as well as to a power source. The Modem should not be located where it will be exposed to moisture or excessive heat.
DSL-362T ADSL Modem User’s Guide Network Connections Network connections are provided through the ADSL port, the Ethernet port and the USB port on the back of the Modem. See the Rear Panel diagram above and the illustrations below for examples. See Installing the USB Driver above for a description of the USB driver installation procedure.
DSL-362T ADSL Modem User’s Guide Hub or Switch to Modem Connection Connect the Modem to an uplink port (MDI) on an Ethernet hub or switch with a straight-through cable as shown in the diagram below: If you wish to reserve the...
DSL-362T ADSL Modem User’s Guide Configuring the Modem for the First Time The first time you setup the Modem, configure the WAN connection using a single computer connected directly to the Modem. Once the WAN connection is functioning properly, you may continue to make changes to Modem configuration including IP settings and DHCP setup.
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DSL-362T ADSL Modem User’s Guide Configure Windows XP for DHCP Use the following steps to configure a computer running Windows XP to be a DHCP client. From the Start menu on your desktop, go to Settings, then click on Network Connections.
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DSL-362T ADSL Modem User’s Guide 3. In the General tab of the Local Area Connection Properties menu, highlight Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) under “ This connection uses the following items:” by clicking on it once. Click on the Properties button.
DSL-362T ADSL Modem User’s Guide 4. Select “ Obtain an IP address automatically” by clicking once in the circle. Click the OK button. Your computer is now ready to use the Modem’s DHCP server. Windows 2000 First, check for the IP protocol and, if necessary, install it: 1.
DSL-362T ADSL Modem User’s Guide Windows ME First, check for the IP protocol and, if necessary, install it: 1. In the Windows task bar, click the Start button, point to Settings, and then click Control Panel. 2. Double-click the Network and Dial-up Connections icon.
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DSL-362T ADSL Modem User’s Guide Configure Windows 95 and Windows 98 for DHCP 1. Open the Control Panel window, and then click the Network icon. 2. Select the network component labeled TCP/IP, and then click Properties. 3. If you have multiple TCP/IP listings, select the listing associated with your network card or adapter.
DSL-362T ADSL Modem User’s Guide Access the Configuration Manager Now that your computer’s IP settings allow it to communicate with the Modem, you can access the configuration software. Be sure that the web browser on your computer is not configured to use a proxy server in the Internet settings.
DSL-362T ADSL Modem User’s Guide Configure the Modem The first page that appears after you successfully login displays information about the Modem and its connection status. Tabs across the top of the screen show other available menus: Home, Setup, Tools, Status, and Help.
DSL-362T ADSL Modem User’s Guide Setup The Setup window offers links to menus to configure settings for the LAN (Local Area Network) and for the WAN (Wide Area Network) setup. The first menu you see when clicking the Setup tab is the DSL Setup menu.
DSL-362T ADSL Modem User’s Guide Configure a New Connection The default connection protocol used for the Modem is Point-to-Point Protocol over ATM (PPPoA). The menu used to configure ADSL service using this protocol is the menu you see when clicking on the Connection button under WAN Setup on the left side of the window.
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DSL-362T ADSL Modem User’s Guide To setup a PPPoA connection for the first time: 1. Type in a Name in the space provided if you wish or leave the default name. 2. Make sure PPPoA appears listed as the Type: of connection protocol used.
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DSL-362T ADSL Modem User’s Guide PPPoE The required information used to setup a PPPoE connection is identical to that needed for a PPPoA connection. Make sure you have selected PPPoE from the Type: pull-down menu so that you are now configuring setting in the menu titled “...
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DSL-362T ADSL Modem User’s Guide 8. For most users, the remaining settings will not need to be changed. See your ISP for further information. 9. Click the Apply button when you have entered all the information. The browser window may briefly go blank.
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DSL-362T ADSL Modem User’s Guide 5. Do not change the PCR or SCR values unless you are required to do so. If you are told to change these, type in the values given to you by your service provider. 6. The Encapsulation values LLC (SNAP) and VC (MUX) are two different methods of encapsulating the PPP packet.
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DSL-362T ADSL Modem User’s Guide 4. If you are told to change the VPI or VCI values, type in the values given to you by your service provider. Many users will be able to use the default settings. 5. Leave the default QoS values if you are unsure or the ISP did not provide this information.
DSL-362T ADSL Modem User’s Guide Web-based Management The DSL-362T offers a web-based (HTML) graphical user interface allowing users to manage the Modem from anywhere on the LAN using a standard browser. A web browser is used to communicate directly with the Modem and make changes to the configuration or monitor status.
DSL-362T ADSL Modem User’s Guide DHCP Configuration Use the DHCP Configuration window to configure the Modem to act as a DHCP server for the LAN. Figure 4-1. Setup – DHCP Configuration window Configure LAN DHCP services by defining the following parameters: Start IP Type in the base address for the IP pool of unassigned IP addresses.
DSL-362T ADSL Modem User’s Guide Management IP The IP address of the modem may be changed, but remember to take note of the new settings. A valid IP address and subnet mask are needed to access the Web manager. Figure 4-2. Setup – Management IP window...
DSL-362T ADSL Modem User’s Guide Tools Changing the User Name and Password Before you configure the Modem and connect to the WAN, you should change the user name and password used to access the web-based manager. Click on the Tools tab to access the Tools menu.
DSL-362T ADSL Modem User’s Guide User Management Use this menu to change the user name and password used to gain management access to the Modem. Figure 4-4. Tools – User Management window 1. Type the current User Name in the entry field provided.
Restore The DSL-362T can be reset to the default configuration for all settings using the Restore option. This will also change the both the LAN and WAN IP address of the device, so these will need to be reconfigured accordingly.
DSL-362T ADSL Modem User’s Guide Remote Log Use this menu to designate receiver stations for event messages form the Modem. Figure 4-6. Tools – Remote Log window To set up a destination for event messages: Select the Log Level form the pull-down list.
Use the Update Gateway feature to load the latest firmware for the device. You can obtain the latest version of the DSL-362T firmware by logging onto the D-Link web site at www.dlink.com. Save the latest firmware version to a file on your computer or an accessible TFTP server.
DSL-362T ADSL Modem User’s Guide Ping Test Figure 4-8. Tools – Ping Test window This window is used to test the connection path of the Modem to another networked device with an IP address. To Ping a device, first enter the IP address of the device that you wish to Ping into the first field, the Packet Size (in bytes) in the second field, and finally, enter the number of times you wish the Ping function to attempt a connection to the desired device into the third field.
DSL-362T ADSL Modem User’s Guide OAM Test The OAM Test menu is used to check connectivity of the ADSL connection via the ATM network. This is similar to a Ping test except it is testing the ATM network instead of the IP network.
DSL-362T ADSL Modem User’s Guide Network Statistics Figure 4-11. Status – Network Statistics window Choose the desired interface at the top of the window and then click Refresh to view Ethernet network statistics.
DSL-362T ADSL Modem User’s Guide Modem Status Figure 4-14. Status – Modem Status window This window displays the status of the modem as well as DSL statistics.
IP Address Setup The DSL-362T is designed to provide network administrators maximum flexibility for IP addressing on the Ethernet LAN. The easiest IP setup choice in most cases is to let the Modem do it using DHCP, which is enabled by default.
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DSL-362T ADSL Modem User’s Guide address (each computer must have a unique address to distinguish it on the network). The IP addressing scheme used in Example #1 can be used for any LAN that requires up to 253 separate IP addresses (excluding the Modem).
DSL-362T ADSL Modem User’s Guide IP Concepts This appendix describes some basic IP concepts, the TCP/IP addressing scheme and shows how to assign IP Addresses. When setting up the Modem, you must make sure it has a valid IP address. Even if you will not use the WAN port (ADSL port), you should, at the very least, make sure the Ethernet LAN port is assigned a valid IP address.
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DSL-362T ADSL Modem User’s Guide Networks attached to the Internet are assigned class types that determine the maximum number of possible hosts per network. The previous figure illustrates how the net and host portions of the IP address differ among the three classes.
DSL-362T ADSL Modem User’s Guide Subnet Mask In the absence of subnetworks, standard TCP/IP addressing may be used by specifying subnet masks as shown below. IP Class Subnet Mask Class A 255.0.0.0 Class B 255.255.0.0 Class C 255.255.255.0 Subnet mask settings other than those listed above add significance to the interpretation of bits in the IP address.
DSL-362T ADSL Modem User’s Guide Microfilters and Splitters Most ADSL clients will be required to install a simple device that prevents the ADSL line from interfering with regular telephone services. These devices are commonly referred to as microfilters or sometimes called (inaccurately) line splitters.
DSL-362T ADSL Modem User’s Guide Line Splitter If you are instructed to use a “ line splitter”, you must install the device between the Modem and the phone jack. Use standard telephone cable with standard RJ-11 connectors. The splitter has three RJ-11 ports used to connect to the wall jack, the Modem and if desired, a telephone or telephone device.
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