Aztech DSL TurboRouter 258E User manual

DSL Turbo 258E /
DSL TurboRouter 258E
User's Guide
Version 1.0
ADSL Bridge Modem - DSL258E(B)
ADSL Bridge & Router Modem - DSL258E(R)

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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 place 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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Product warranty does not apply to damage caused by lightning, power surges or wrong
voltage usage.
© Copyright 2001. All Rights Reserved.
P/N: 040-512446-101.
Released June 2001.

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Contents
SafetyGuidelines ........................................................................................ 2
IntroducingDSL258E ........................................................................................... 5
1.1 Documentation ............................................................................................ 6
1.2 Minimum System Requirements ................................................................. 7
1.3 Network Connections ................................................................................. 8
1.3.1 BridgeModem ................................................................................. 8
1.3.2 Router ............................................................................................. 8
Before You Begin ................................................................................................ 9
2.1 Package........................................................................................................ 9
2.2 Overview for DSL258E ............................................................................. 10
2.2.1 FrontView– LED Indicators .......................................................... 10
2.2.2 RearView .......................................................................................11
ConnectingDSL258E ......................................................................................... 13
Setting Up the Ethernet Card ............................................................................ 15
4.1 Configuring the Ethernet Card ................................................................ 15
4.2 Verifying the Link Between the Ethernet Card and DSL258E................ 17
FrequentlyAskedQuestions ............................................................................. 19
Troubleshooting Guide...................................................................................... 21
Technical Specifications.................................................................................... 25

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Introducing DSL258E
Thissectiongives abriefintroduction ofDSL258Efeatures and itsspecifications.
Chapter1
Congratulations on your purchase of the DSL Turbo 258E / DSL
TurboRouter 258E ADSL Bridge & Router Modem !
ADSL, which stands for Asymmetric Digital Subscriber Line, is the latest
communication technology that offers faster and uninterrupted Internet access.
Its always-on, real-time, interactive and broadcast-quality is ideal for services
such as video-on-demand, collaborative computing and distance learning.
The DSL258E(B) (DSL Turbo 258E) and DSL258E(R) (DSL TurboRouter 258E)
are Controller-based External ADSL over ISDN G.dmt Annex B Bridge modem/
Router with Ethernet Interface respectively.
DSL258E is capable of data rate in Full-Rate, at up to 8 Mbps downstream and
640 Kbps upstream.
Both use Analog Device AD20MSP930 (ADI930) for the ADSL physical layer and
Viratas Helium for layer 2 and layer 3 processing. Both also have an in-built
ISDN splitter for ease of usage and less cumbersome installation.
DSL258E is an embedded solution that is OS independent. It can be connected to
any computer with an Ethernet card.
To ensure the broadest customer reach, the DSL258E 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).

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1.1 Documentation
DSL 258E User's Guide (READ THIS GUIDE FIRST!)
This User's Guide is a printed guide that is included with your DSL258E package.
You may refer to it for setting up and connecting your modem. It also contains the
sections on Frequently Asked Questions and Troubleshooting Guide.
As this user's guide is written for two models  DSL Turbo 258E [model name:
DSL258E(B)] and DSL TurboRouter 258E [model name: DSL258E(R)]  some
sections are only applicable to one of the models. Where there is such an occurrence,
it will be appropriately highlighted.
DSL Router Commander for DSL TurboRouter 258E Software Manual 1
The software manual is a softcopy guide that contains information on DSL Router
Commander, a User Interface (UI) that provides a simple way of configuring your
network.
DSL TurboRouter 258E 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.
1 These manuals are only for DSL258E(R) and can be found on your
DSL258E(R) CD-ROM that is included with your router package.
Fully compliant with ITU-T G.992.1 (G.dmt) Annex B standard, the DSL258E
further guarantees interoperability with network providers worldwide.
DSL Telco/Service Providers can provide Business DSL services to a multi-user
environment (for example, SOHO environment) with the DSL258E(R) router with
support for both Static and Dynamic IP Routing, Network Port Address Translation
and Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol Server.
ATMOS Command Reference 1
The reference manual is a softcopy guide that contains most of the console
commands and its functions. For advance configurations, you may refer to it for
their descriptions.

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1.2 Minimum System Requirements
 Pentium®MMX 233MHz (or above) with Ethernet card (installed with TCP/IP
Protocol)
 32MB RAM
 10MB of free hard disk space
 A Serial Port
 A CD-ROM Drive
 For Multiple PCs 2
- Ethernet Hub/Switch with Crossover/Straight Ethernet cables
For Single PC
- Straight Ethernet Cable
2Applicable for DSL258E(R) only

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1.3 Network Connections
DSL258E(R) may operate as a Bridge modem or Router, connecting to a single
computing device or multiple computing devices via a hub/switch.
1.3.1 Bridge Modem
Connection to single PC
1.3.2 Router
Connection to multiple PCs in a LAN
DSL258E
Hub
multiple
PCs with
Ethernet
Cards
PC with Ethernet
Card
Ethernet
DSL258E

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Chapter2
Before You Begin
Thischaptercontains informationthatyou needtoknow before setting
up DSL258E. It is important that you go through them.
2.1 Package
Ensure that you have the following items in your DSL258E package. For any
missing items, please contact your dealer immediately.
3 The DSL258E is packaged with a certified IEC320 standard power cord (10A 250V)
Power adapter
UTPStraight/Crossover
Ethernet cable (RJ-45)
DSL258E
DSL258ECD
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Power cable3 Telephone cable(s)
The types of cables bundled vary according to countries and may look
different as shown here.

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2.2 Overview for DSL258E
2.2.1 Front View  LED Indicators
Power
Lights up when
Power switch is
turned ON.
ADSL Receive
Lights up when
the ADSL Line
is receiving
data.
ADSL Link
Flashes when
the ADSL
connection is
established.
ADSL Transmit
Lights up when
the ADSL Line is
transmitting
data.
When the Power Switch is on, the Power LED
will light up. Once the modem is initialized, the
ADSL Link LED will light up, attempting to
establish a connection. Upon successful
connection,theADSLLink LEDwillstartblinking.
Ethernet ACT
Ethernet Activity: Lights
up when power switch is
on. Flashes when the
Ethernet is transmitting/
receiving data.
Ethernet Link
Lights up when
the Ethernet link
is established.

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2.2.2 Rear View
DC Power Jack (DC5V IN)
To connect to the Mains supply
Ethernet Jack (ETHERNET)
10Base-T Ethernet jack (RJ-45) to connect
to an Ethernet card or Hub/Switch.
Serial Port (CONSOLE)
9-pin serial port for local network management
Phone Jack (PHONE)
Telephone jack (RJ-11) to connect to the Telephone
Handset through ISDN NTBA
Line Jack (LINE)
Telephone jack (RJ-11) to connect to the ADSL Line
Power Switch
To power on or off the modem.
I - indicates ON position
O - indicates OFF position

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Connecting DSL258E
Thischaptercontains informationon thehardwaresetupofDSL258E
4 Use only UTP Category 5 Straight Ethernet cable to connect to an Ethernet card.
For DSL258E(R) only: Use only UTP Category 5 Cross Ethernet cable to connect to
Chapter3
DSL258E
Power adapter
Rear view of a computer
Telephone set5
Mains Supply
Ethernet cable4(RJ-45)
Ethernet Card
PHONE
LINE
ETHERNET
Telephone
cable
to Ethernet card
or Hub/Switch
The following illustrates how to connect various devices to the modem:
Power off your computer and any connected devices before connecting!
the MDI-X port of a Hub/Switch OR a Straight Ethernet cable to connect to the MDI port.
5 This optional connection provides access to your Telephone set while working near the modem.
DC IN

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Telecom
Operator Annex B ISP
Annex B ISP
inclusive
inclusive
passive
passive
test
test
termination
termination
TAE box
ISDN NT
S0
RJ11
RJ11
UK0
ISDN
ISDN
ADSL
ADSL
User
Supplied with
Supplied with
ISDN NT
ISDN NT
RJ11 RJ45
RJ45
TAE6F
socket
TAE6F
TAE6F
plug
plug Supplied
with
Modem
TAE6F plug
TAE6F
socket
ADSL
CPE
With Built-in ISDN Splitter
With Built-in ISDN Splitter
The following shows a sample setup of the DSL258E:

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Setting Up the
Ethernet Card
You need to configure the Ethernet Card on your PC in order to run DSL
RouterCommander6fromyourPC.
Chapter4
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, dependingonyour systemconfigurations. For dissimilarities,follow
closely to the instructions 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 ADSL Service Provider/System
Administrator.
6 DSL Router Commander is a user friendly tool that allows you to setup your
DSL258E network configurations with ease.
4.1 Configuring the Ethernet Card
i) Power on your DSL258E.
ii) From your Windows desktop, right-click on the Network Neighborhood icon.
Select Properties.

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iii) From the Configuration tab, select TCP/IP -> 3Com EtherLink III ISA
[3C509b-TPO] in PnP mode 7and click Properties.
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.
(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 listed in your system.

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4.2 Verifying the Link Between the Ethernet
Card and DSL258E
i) From your Windows taskbar, click Start > Run.
ii) In the text box, enter ping 192.168.1.1 -t and click OK.
(The factory default IP Address for DSL258E is set at 192.168.1.1.
Replace this address with the one assigned by your System Administrator,
if necessary.)
iii) If the connection between your Ethernet card and DSL258E has been
established, you should see text listing similar to the following.
Close the window. You may now proceed to run DSL Router Commander. (If
you see 'Request timed out' listing, it means that the link between your Ethernet
Card and DSL258E has not been established. Refer to Appendix B -
Troubleshooting Guide, 'I get 'Request timed out' response when I ping to
DSL258E'.)

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Frequently Asked
Questions
This section provides answers to the commonly asked questions on
yourADSLmodem.
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 modem 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.
AppendixA

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Can I use my modem during thunderstorm ?
ADSL modems can be damaged by thunderstorms. Our product
warranty does not apply to damage caused by lightning. If your area
is frequent in thunderstorms, you are advised to use a surge protector.
Certain surge protectors have been reported to reduce download speed,
so you are advised to test your speed before and after installation to
make sure that it adds no problems to your line.
Do I need to install additional telephone lines in order to use ADSL?
No, you do not need to do so. ADSL and standard voice telephones
operate on a different set of frequencies. The difference in frequencies
allows both IP (Internet) traffic and voice traffic to co-exist on a same
physical phone line.
Will my old PC be fast enough for ADSL?
Yes. But if you start to use the ADSL line to view video-on-demand or
other memory- and processor-hungry functions, you may well decide
that your PC is too slow. However, there are still many sites that can
be accessed by slower PCs.
How can I send/receive fax as well as surf the Internet at the same
time ?
To send/receive fax, you may connect your fax machine to the PHONE
jack of your modem (same as the way you connect to the telephone
set as illustrated in Chapter 3 - Connecting DSL258E).
Do I need to use an ISDN splitter when using ADSL ?
Your modem may or may not have a built-in ISDN splitter at the
PHONE jack. Check with your Internet Service Provider.
However, if you are sharing the ADSL line with other telephone line
extensions, you will need to have an ISDN splitter connected between
the other telephone set and the telephone wall socket connecting to it.