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DSL-300T

ADSL Modem

User's Manual
2nd Edition (October 2004)
651DSL300T02

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  • Page 1: Adsl Modem

    DSL-300T ADSL Modem User’s Manual 2nd Edition (October 2004) 651DSL300T02...

  • Page 2: Ce Mark Warning

    DSL-300T DSL Modem User’s Guide FCC Warning This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

  • Page 3: Warranties Exclusive

    DSL-300T ADSL Modem User’s Guide Warranty and Registration for all Countries and Regions Except USA Wichtige Sicherheitshinweise Bitte lesen Sie sich diese Hinweise sorgfä ltig durch. Heben Sie diese Anleitung für den spä tern Gebrauch auf. Vor jedem Reinigen ist das Gerä t vom Stromnetz zu trennen. Vervenden Sie keine Flüssig- oder Aerosolreiniger. Am besten dient ein angefeuchtetes Tuch zur Reinigung.

  • Page 4: Limitation Of Liability

    DSL-300T DSL Modem User’s Guide LIMITATION OF LIABILITY IN NO EVENT WILL D-LINK BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES, INCLUDING LOSS OF DATA, LOSS OF PROFITS, COST OF COVER OR OTHER INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR INDIRECT DAMAGES ARISING OUT THE INSTALLATION, MAINTENANCE, USE, PERFORMANCE, FAILURE OR INTERRUPTION OF A D- LINK PRODUCT, HOWEVER CAUSED AND ON ANY THEORY OF LIABILITY.
  • Page 5 DSL-300T ADSL Modem User’s Guide Warranty and Registration Information for USA Only Subject to the terms and conditions set forth herein, D-Link Systems, Inc. (“D-Link”) provides this Limited warranty for its product only to the person or entity that originally purchased the product from: D-Link or its authorized reseller or distributor and Products purchased and delivered within the fifty states of the United States, the District of Columbia, U.S.
  • Page 6 DSL-300T DSL Modem User’s Guide been altered, tampered with, defaced or removed; Initial installation, installation and removal of the product for repair, and shipping costs; Operational adjustments covered in the operating manual for the product, and normal maintenance; Damage that occurs in shipment, due to act of God, failures due to power surge, and cosmetic damage;...

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS About This User’s Guide ..........................ix Before You Start ............................ix Information Required for Installation ......................x INTRODUCTION ......................1 Modem Description and Operation ......................... 1 Modem Features.............................. 3 Standards Compatibility and Compliance....................... 4 Front Panel Display............................5 Rear Panel Connections ..........................
  • Page 8 Network Statistics ............................35 Connection Status ............................36 DHCP Clients..............................37 Modem Status ............................... 38 Product Info..............................39 System Log ..............................40 Help ............................... 41 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS................42 IP ADDRESS SETUP....................44 IP CONCEPTS ......................46 MICROFILTERS AND SPLITTERS ................. 49...

  • Page 9: About This User's Guide

    About This User’s Guide This user’s guide provides instructions on how to install the DSL-300T ADSL Modem and use it to connect a computer or Ethernet Local Area Network (LAN) to the Internet thus providing a gateway to the Wide Area Network (WAN).

  • Page 10: Information Required For Installation

    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-300T Modem: Record info here This is the Username needed access the Modem’s management interface.
  • Page 11 ADSL connection in the future. Once you have the above information, you are ready to setup and configure your DSL-300T ADSL Modem. The Modem may be reset to its factory default settings by performing a Restore settings operation within the management interface (see below).

  • Page 13: Introduction

    ADSL technology enables many interactive multi-media applications such as video conferencing and collaborative computing. The Modem is easy to install and use. The DSL-300T connects to single computer or an Ethernet LAN via a standard Ethernet interface. The ADSL connection is made using ordinary twisted-pair telephone line with standard connectors.
  • Page 14 DSL-300T 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®...

  • Page 15: Modem Features

    DSL-300T ADSL Modem User’s Guide Modem Features The DSL-300T ADSL Modem utilizes the latest ADSL enhancements to provide a reliable Internet portal suitable for most small to medium sized offices. DSL-300T advantages include: PPP (Point-to-Point Protocol) Security – The DSL-300T ADSL Modem supports PAP (Password Authentication Protocol) and CHAP (Challenge Handshake Authentication Protocol) for PPP connections.

  • Page 16: Standards Compatibility And Compliance

    DSL-300T ADSL Modem User’s Guide Standards Compatibility and Compliance The DSL-300T 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 RFC 791 Internet Protocol compliant...

  • Page 17: Front Panel Display

    DSL-300T 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-300T ADSL Modem One Quick Installation Guide One twisted-pair telephone cable used for ADSL connection...

  • Page 18: Rear Panel Connections

    DSL-300T 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).

  • Page 19: Hardware Installation

    DSL-300T ADSL Modem User’s Guide Hardware Installation The DSL-300T maintains two interfaces and provides a bridge between two networks. An Ethernet port connects to a computer or Ethernet LAN and an ADSL port provides the connection to the Internet and the Wide Area Network.

  • Page 20: Network Connections

    DSL-300T ADSL Modem User’s Guide Network Connections Network connections are provided through the ADSL port and the Ethernet port on the back of the Modem. See the Rear Panel diagram above and the illustrations below for examples. Connect ADSL Line Use the ADSL cable included with the Modem to connect it to a telephone wall socket or receptacle.

  • Page 21: Hub Or Switch To Modem Connection

    DSL-300T ADSL Modem User’s Guide Hub or Switch to Modem Connection Connect the Modem to an uplink port (MDI-II) on an Ethernet hub or switch with a straight-through cable as shown in the diagram below: If you wish to reserve the...

  • Page 22: Configuring The Modem For The First Time

    DSL-300T 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.
  • Page 23 DSL-300T 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.
  • Page 24 DSL-300T 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.

  • Page 25: Windows 2000

    DSL-300T 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.

  • Page 26: Windows 95 And Windows 98

    DSL-300T ADSL Modem User’s Guide Double-click OK to confirm and save your changes, and then close the Control Panel. Your computer is now ready to use the Modem’s DHCP server. Windows ME First, check for the IP protocol and, if necessary, install it: 1.

  • Page 27: Access The Configuration Manager

    DSL-300T 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.

  • Page 28: Home

    DSL-300T ADSL Modem User’s Guide To use the web-based management software, launch a suitable web browser and direct it to the IP address of the Modem. Type in http:// followed by the default IP address, 192.168.1.1 in the address bar of the browser. The URL in the address bar should read: http://192.168.1.1.

  • Page 29: Configure The Modem

    DSL-300T 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.

  • Page 30: Setup

    DSL-300T 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 Modem Setup menu.

  • Page 31: Configure A New Connection

    DSL-300T 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.
  • Page 32 DSL-300T 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.
  • Page 33 DSL-300T 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 “PPPoE Connection Setup”.
  • Page 34 DSL-300T ADSL Modem User’s Guide 7. The Encapsulation values LLC (SNAP) and VC (MUX) are two different methods of encapsulating the PPP packet. Contact your ISP to make sure which encapsulation is being supported. 8. For most users, the remaining settings will not need to be changed. See your ISP for further information.
  • Page 35 DSL-300T ADSL Modem User’s Guide 4. Leave the default QoS values if you are unsure or the ISP did not provide this information. 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.
  • Page 36 DSL-300T ADSL Modem User’s Guide 2. Select Static from the Type: pull-down menu. This action will change the menu so it offers different settings for configuration. 3. Type in a Name: in the space provided. 4. If you are told to change the VPI or VCI values, type in the values given to you by your service provider.

  • Page 37: Web-Based Management

    DSL-300T ADSL Modem User’s Guide Web-based Management The DSL-300T 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.

  • Page 38: Dhcp Configuration

    DSL-300T 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.

  • Page 39: Management Ip

    DSL-300T 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...

  • Page 40: Tools

    DSL-300T 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.

  • Page 41: Remote Log

    Restore The DSL-300T 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.

  • Page 42: User Management

    DSL-300T ADSL Modem User’s Guide Figure 4-5. Tools – Remote Log window To set up a destination for event messages: Select the Log Level form the pull-down list. Add and IP address of a server or station used to log event messages sent from the Modem.
  • Page 43 DSL-300T ADSL Modem User’s Guide Figure 4-6. Tools – User Management window 1. Type the current User Name in the entry field provided. 2. Type in the new Password in the entry field provided. 3. Type in the new password again in the Confirm Password field.

  • Page 44: Update Gateway

    Use the Update Gateway feature to load the latest firmware for the device. You can obtain the latest version of the DSL-300T 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.

  • Page 45: Ping Test

    DSL-300T 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.

  • Page 46: Status

    DSL-300T ADSL Modem User’s Guide Status Figure 4-9. Opening Status window Click the hyperlink for the desired Status window.

  • Page 47: Network Statistics

    DSL-300T ADSL Modem User’s Guide Network Statistics Figure 4-10. Status – Network Statistics window Choose the desired interface at the top of the window and then click Refresh to view Ethernet network statistics.

  • Page 48: Connection Status

    DSL-300T ADSL Modem User’s Guide Connection Status Figure 4-11. Status – Connection Status window Click Refresh to view connection status information.

  • Page 49: Dhcp Clients

    DSL-300T ADSL Modem User’s Guide DHCP Clients Figure 4-12. Status – DHCP Clients window This window displays the status of all current DHCP clients.

  • Page 50: Modem Status

    DSL-300T ADSL Modem User’s Guide Modem Status Figure 4-13. Status – Modem Status window This window displays the status of the modem as well as DSL statistics.

  • Page 51: Product Info

    DSL-300T ADSL Modem User’s Guide Product Info. Figure 4-14. Status – Product Info. window This window displays product information including software versions.

  • Page 52: System Log

    DSL-300T ADSL Modem User’s Guide System Log Figure 4-15. Status – System Log window Click Refresh to get the most current system log information.

  • Page 53: Help

    DSL-300T ADSL Modem User’s Guide Help Figure 4-16. Opening Help window Click on the item you want further information for on the window above.

  • Page 54: Technical Specifications

    DSL-300T ADSL Modem User’s Guide Technical Specifications GENERAL ITU G.992.1 (G.dmt) RFC 1661 (PPP) ITU G.992.2 (G.lite) RFC 1994 (CHAP) ITU G.994.1 (G.Hs) RFC 1334 (PAP) ITU-T Rec. I.361 RFC 2364 (PPP over ATM) ITU-T Rec. I.610 RFC 1877 (Automatic IP assignment) IEEE 802.3...
  • Page 55 DSL-300T ADSL Modem User’s Guide Physical and Environmental Input: 100V ~ 240V AC 50 ~ 60Hz DC Inputs: Power Adapter: Output: 9V AC, 1A Power 3 Watts (max) Consumption: Operating 5° to 40° C (41° - 104° F) Temperature: 5 to 95% (non-condensing)

  • Page 56: Ip Address Setup

    IP Address Setup The DSL-300T 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.
  • Page 57 DSL-300T ADSL Modem User’s Guide address (each computer must have a unique address to distinguish it on the network). The IP address scheme used in Example #1 can be used for any LAN that requires up to 253 separate IP addresses (excluding the Modem).

  • Page 58: Ip Concepts

    DSL-300T ADSL Modem User’s Guide IP Concepts This appendix describes some basic IP concepts, the TCP/IP addressing scheme and show 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.
  • Page 59 DSL-300T 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.

  • Page 60: Subnet Mask

    DSL-300T 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.

  • Page 61: Microfilters And Splitters

    DSL-300T 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.

  • Page 62: Line Splitter

    DSL-300T 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.
  • Page 63 Offices Australia D-Link Australia 1 Giffnock Avenue, North Ryde, NSW 2113, Sydney, Australia TEL: 61-2-8899-1800 FAX: 61-2-8899-1868 TOLL FREE (Australia): 1800-177100 URL: www.dlink.com.au E-MAIL: support@dlink.com.au & info@dlink.com.au Brazil D-Link Brasil Ltda. Edificio Manoel Tabacow Hydal, Rua Tavares Cabral 102 Sala 31, 05423-030 Pinheiros, Sao Paulo, Brasil TEL: (55 11) 3094 2910 to 2920 FAX: (55 11) 3094 2921 E-MAIL: efreitas@dlink.cl...
  • Page 64 India D-Link India Plot No.5, Bandra-Kurla Complex Rd., Off Cst Rd., Santacruz (East), Mumbai, 400 098 India TEL: 91-022-652-6696/6578/6623 FAX: 91-022-652-8914/8476 URL: www.dlink-india.com & www.dlink.co.in E-MAIL: service@dlink.india.com & tushars@dlink-india.com Italy D-Link Mediterraneo Srl/D-Link Italia Via Nino Bonnet n. 6/B, 20154, Milano, Italy TEL: 39-02-2900-0676 FAX: 39-02-2900-1723 URL: www.dlink.it E-MAIL: info@dlink.it Japan...
  • Page 65 U.A.E. D-Link Middle East CHS Aptec (Dubai), P.O. Box 33550 Dubai, United Arab Emirates TEL: 971-4-366-885 FAX: 971-4-355-941 E-MAIL: Wxavier@dlink-me.com U.K. D-Link Europe (United Kingdom) Ltd Floor, Merit House, Edgware Road, Colindale, London NW9 5AB United Kingdom TEL: 44-020-8731-5555 SALES: 44-020-8731-5550 FAX: 44-020-8731-5511 SALES: 44-020-8731-5551 BBS: 44 (0) 181-235-5511 URL: www.dlink.co.uk E-MAIL: info@dlink.co.uk...

  • Page 66: Registration Card

    Registration Card Print, type or use block letters. Your name: Mr./Ms__________________________________________________________________________ Organization: ____________________________________________Dept.______________________________ Your title at organization:_____________________________________________________________________ Telephone:_________________________________________ Fax:___________________________________ Organization's full address:___________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________ Country:__________________________________________________________________________________ Date of purchase (Month/Day/Year):_______________________________________ Product Product Serial No. * Product installed in type of * Product installed in computer serial No. Model computer (e.g., Compaq 486) (* Applies to adapters only)

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