Aztech DSL905E Series User manual

DSL905E Series
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© Copyright
May 2001
Version 1.0
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Safety Guidelines
Adhere to the following safety guidelines when using your unit to reduce the risk of fire,
electric shock and injury.
Understand all instructions in the manual. Follow all instruction labels found on the
unit.
Except for the power adapter supplied, the unit should not be connected to other
adapters/power supplies.
Never spill liquid of any kind on the unit.
Do not place the unit on an unstable stand or table. The unit may drop and become
damaged.
Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight.
Do not put any hot devices close to the unit as it may degrade or cause damage to
it.
Do not put any heavy object on top of the unit
Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a soft, dry cloth for cleaning.
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This product is for use only in UL Listed computers.

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Contents
Copyright .................................................................................... 2
Disclaimer Statement ..................................................................... 2
Safety Guidelines ........................................................................... 3
Introducing DSL905E ................................................................... 7
1.1 Documentation ............................................................................... 8
1.2 Manuals/UI/Firmware Updates ......................................................... 8
1.3 Minimum System Requirements ....................................................... 9
1.4 Network Connections ...................................................................... 9
1.4.1 Single PC Configuration .................................................. 9
1.4.2 More than 1 PC Connections ........................................... 9
Before You Begin ..........................................................................10
2.1 Package......................................................................................... 10
2.2 Overview for DSL905E .................................................................... 11
2.2.1 Front View ..................................................................... 11
2.2.2 Rear View ...................................................................... 12
Connecting DSL905E ................................................................... 13
3.1 Verifying the Setup Connections ....................................................... 15
Configuring Your Ethernet Card ................................................... 16
Running DSLTEST ...................................................................... 18
Frequently Asked Questions ......................................................... 20
Troubleshooting Guide .................................................................24
Technical Specifications ................................................................29
C.1 Main Features ................................................................................ 29
C.1.1 ADSL/ATM Support ......................................................... 29
C.1.2 Encapsulation Support .................................................... 30
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C.1.3 Network Suppor t ............................................................ 30
C.1.4 Management Suppor t ..................................................... 30
C.1.5 Security Support ............................................................ 31
C.2 Platform Support ............................................................................ 31
C.3 External Connectors ........................................................................ 31
C.4 Built-In Pots Splitter........................................................................ 31
C.5 LED Indicators ............................................................................... 32
C.6 Environmental ................................................................................ 32
C.6.1 Temperature .................................................................. 32
C.6.2 Humidity ....................................................................... 32
C.7 System Requirements ..................................................................... 32

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Introducing DSL905E
This section gives a brief introduction of DSL905E features and its
specifications.
Congratulations on your purchase of DSL905E !
ADSL, which stands for Asymmetric Digital Subscriber Line, is the latest communication
technology that offers faster and uninterrupted Internet access.
DSL905E is an embedded solution that is OS independent. It can be connected to any
computer with an Ethernet/Fast Ethernet card or to a Hub/Switch. It has an Ethernet
connection that allows direct interface to any existing IEEE 802.3 LAN network, providing
instant broadband Internet access to LAN networks with minimum hassle.
To ensure the broadest customer reach, DSL905E features multiple data encapsulation
formats for DSL transport over ATM PVCs, including the widely supported ADSL protocols
RFC 1483 (MPoA), RFC 1577 (IPoA) and RFC 2364 (PPPoA).
It supports multimode - fully compliant with ANSI T1.143 Issue 2, ITU-T G.992.1 (G.dmt)
and G.992.2 (G.Lite) featuring Discrete Multi-tone (DMT) line encoding used by major ADSL
manufacturers, further guarantees interoperability with network providers worldwide.
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1.1 Documentation
DSL905E Series User Manual (READ THIS MANUAL FIRST!)
This user manual is a printed guide that comes with your ADSL package. Please refer to
this manual for setting up and connecting your router. It also contains the sections on
Frequently Asked Questions and Troubleshooting Guide.
DSL Router Commander Software Manual 1
The software manual is a softcopy guide that contains information onDSL Router Commander,
a User Interface (UI) that provides a simple way of configuring your router. A Glossary
section is also included to describe the terms used in the manual.
For queries or problems encountered, you may refer to the Frequently Asked Questions and
Troubleshooting Guide found in the User Manual.
DSL905E Series Technical Manual 1
The technical manual is a softcopy guide that contains console commands and advanced
router configurations that are mostly intended for experienced users.
For queries or problems encountered, you may refer to the Frequently Asked Questions and
Troubleshooting Guide found in the User Manual.
ATMOS Console Commands Reference Manual 1
The reference manual is a softcopy guide that contains the details of console commands and
its functions. For any advance configurations, you may refer to it for their descriptions.
1.2 Manuals/UI/Firmware Updates
To ensure that you have the best of the product, continuous efforts are made to improve our
software. Our manuals, User Interface (UI) and firmware are being updated as and when
required. To make sure that you do not miss out any of our new updates, please visit
http://www.aztech.com/support.htm for downloads.
1These manuals are found on your DSL905E Series CD-ROM that comes with your ADSL
package.

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1.3 Minimum System Requirements
 Pentium®MMX 233MHz (or above) with Ethernet card (installed with TCP/IP Protocol)
 A Serial Port (DSUB-9)
 A CD-ROM Drive
For Single PC Connection
- Cross UTP CAT-5 Ethernet cable (direct connection to the router's 10 Base-T
Jack)
For more than 1 PC connections
Expand using Ethernet Hub or Switch
- To connect to the MDI port of your Ethernet Hub/Switch, please use Cross UTP
CAT-5 Ethernet cable.
- To connect to the MDIX port of your Ethernet Hub/Switch, please use Straight UTP
CAT-5 Ethernet cable.
1.4 Network Connections
1.4.1 Single PC Configuration
1.4.2 More than 1 PC Connections
ADSL
DSL905E
Hub/Switch
multiple PCs with
Ethernet Cards
PC with Ethernet Card
Ethernet
DSL905E

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Before You Begin
This chapter contains information that you need to know before setting up
DSL905E. It is important that you go through them.
2.1 Package
Ensure that you have the following items in your router package. For any missing items,
please contact your dealer immediately.
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Power cable 2 Telephone cable (RJ-11)
Chapter2
Power adapter
(DC 5V)
DSL905E
DSL905E Series
CD-ROM
Straight CAT-5 UTP
Ethernet cable (RJ-45)
2The telephone extension cable used for this router is a UL Listed Communication Circuit
Accessory, minimum 26AWG.

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2.2 Overview for DSL905E
2.2.1 Front View
¬Power LED
Lights up when Power switch (at the rear) is pressed ON.
Ethernet Link
Lights up when the Ethernet cable (from your router to Ethernet Card) is connected.
®Ethernet ACT
Ethernet Activity: Lights up when the Ethernet is transmitting/receiving data.
¯ADSL Receive LED
Lights up when the ADSL Line is receiving data.
°ADSL Transmit LED
Lights up when the ADSL Line is transmitting data.
±ADSL Link LED
Lights up when the ADSL link (from your router to telephone wall socket) is
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2.2.2 Rear View
¬TEL
Telephone jack (RJ-11) to connect to the Telephone Handset.
LINE
Telephone jack (RJ-11) to connect to the telephone wall socket (ADSL Line).
®CONSOLE
9-pin serial port for local network management.
¯10 BASE-T
10 Base-T Ethernet jack (RJ-45) to connect to your Ethernet card or Hub/Switch.
°DC5V
To connect to the Power Adapter that comes with your package.
±Switch
To power on or off the router.
O- indicates OFF position
I- indicates ON position
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Connecting DSL905E
This chapter contains information on the hardware setup of DSL905E.
Power off your computer or/and any connected devices before connecting
your router !
Please note the Ethernet cable types that are to be used for connections.
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3 This optional connection provides easy access to your Telephone set while working near your
router.
4 Power off your Power Adaptor when the unit is not in use.
5 To connect direct to an Ethernet card, please use a Cross CAT-5 UTP Ethernet cable.
To connect to the MDI portof your Hub/Switch, please use Cross CAT-5 UTP Ethernet
cable. If not, you may connect to the MDIX portof your Hub/Switch using a Straight CAT-5
UTP Ethernet cable.
Carry out your connections as illustrated above.
For single PC connection, connect your Ethernet cable from your router to the Ethernet card
on a PC.
For multiple PCs connections, connect your Ethernet cable from your router to a Hub/
Switch. You may then connect your PCs (with Ethernet cards installed) to the Hub/Switch.
The number of PCs supported is dependent on the number of ports available in your Hub/
Switch.
Please proceed to the next section to verify the connections.
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Power adapter 4
Telephone
Wall socket
(ADSL Line)
Rear view of a PC
Telephone set 3
Ethernet cable (RJ-45) 5
DC IN
ETHERNET
LINE
TEL
Ethernet Card
A Hub/Switch
Telephone cable
(RJ-11)
Mains Supply
Figure 3-1. DSL905E connections
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3.1 Verifying the Setup Connections
This is to verify the connections you have carried out on your router. Verifications are based
on the activity of the corresponding LED.
i) Power on the Mains Supply and the Power Switch of your router.
If the LED(s) does not light up, check that:
a) the Mains Supply is powered on and the Power switch on DSL905E is at I
position.
b) the connections are carried out as described in Figure 3-1. DSL905E
Connections.
ii) If you have connected a Telephone set to your router, pick up the handset of the
Telephone. You should hear the normal dial-tone.
If you do not hear the normal dial-tone of a telephone, check that your telephone cable
connection is connected as illustrated in Figure 3-1. DSL905E Connections. If your
connection is correct, it may be due to a faulty phone cable that you are using.
Replace the phone cable.
Upon successful verifications, proceed to the next chapter to configure your Ethernet Card.
ADSL Link LED
You should see this LED blinks at the initial stage.
When the ADSL link is established, the LED will
remain lit up.
Power LED
You should see this LED lights up.
Ethernet Link LED
You should see this LED lights up.

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Configuring Your
Ethernet Card
You need to configure the Ethernet Card on your PC in order to run DSL
Router Commander6from your PC.
1. The screen shots and screens information illustrated in this manual serve
only as a guide. The exact information you see on your system may
vary, depending on your system configurations. For any dissimilarities,
follow closely to the instructions as prompted on your PC screen.
2. All IP addresses and Subnet Mask indicated in this manual serve only
as examples for your better understanding. You are required to replace
these values with those given by your ISP / System Administrator.
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6 DSL Router Commander is a user-friendly software that allows you to set, view and modify your
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i) Ensure that your router is powered on.
ii) From your Windows desktop, right-click on the Network Neighborhood icon. Select
Properties.
iii) From the Configuration tab, select TCP/
IP-> 3Com EtherLink III ISA [3C509b-
TPO] in PnP mode 7and click
Properties.
(If you do not see a TCP/IP networking protocol, re-
install your Ethernet card.)
7 This guide uses 3Com EtherLink III ISA Ethernet Card as an example. Select the Ethernet Card
that is listed in your system.
iv) Select the IP Address tab.
Select the option 'Specify an IP
address'.
Enter the IP Address and
Subnet Mask as given by your
System Administrator. Click
OK to save the settings.
When prompted to restart, click Ye s .
You may now proceed to the next chapter to run the DSLTEST for verifying the setups and
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Running DSLTEST
DSLTEST will check both the Ethernet Card connection and
configuration, as well as the ADSL line connection.
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If the first test failed, the next test will be skipped. Proceed to fix the
problem first before running DSLTEST again.
i) From your DSL905E Series CD-ROM, navigate to \Tools\DSLTEST. Double-click on
the file (DSLTEST).
ii) Click Test. The test will commence.

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Result Description
PASS The test is successful.
FAIL You will be prompted on the error. Click OK, fix the error and
click Test again.
SKIP The test is not carried out as the previous test has failed.
Ethernet Interface Test:
This will test whether your Ethernet Card is installed and configured properly. Error
messages will be prompted to highlight the area of the failure, if any. (You may refer
to the Troubleshooting Guide for details on the error messages.)
Modem Test:
This is to test the ADSL line connection. This test corresponds to the ADSL Link LED.
The lighting up of LED and passing of the Modem Test both show successful physical
ADSL link. (You may refer to the Troubleshooting Guide for details on the error
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Frequently Asked
Questions
This section provides answers to the commonly asked questions
on your router.
Why is Asymmetric Digital Subscriber Line (ADSL) called Asymmetric ?
It is called asymmetric because more bandwidth is reserved for receiving data
than for sending data. This is useful because many users of the Internet receive
much more data than they send.
What are the benefits of ADSL over analog modems ?
Besides the high-speed advantage, ADSL connection is always on. There is no
longer a need to log on and off, no more busy signals and no more waiting for the
connection to established - it is always there. On top of these, you can use the
phone even when the data connection is on. You do not need to switch between
surfing the Net and talking over the phone.
Will my router constantly connect near the maximum speed ?
At ADSL speeds, the limitations depend on the performance or load of the Internet
Service Provider that you are trying to reach, as well as the line condition specific
to your location.
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