Aztech DSL5068EN(1T1R) User manual

DSL5068EN(1T1R)
ADSL2+ 150MBPS WIRELESS-N
MODEM ROUTER
V1.0

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Contents
About the Device....................................................................................................................................... 5
Minimum System Requirements............................................................................................ 7
Package Contents.................................................................................................................. 7
Device Design............................................................................................................................................. 8
Front Panel................................................................................................................................ 8
Back Panel................................................................................................................................ 9
Side Panel ................................................................................................................................. 9
Getting Started ......................................................................................................................................... 10
New Features ......................................................................................................................... 10
Planning Your Network ......................................................................................................... 12
Removing/Disabling Conflicts............................................................................................. 13
Internet Sharing, Proxy, and Security Applications ......................................................... 13
Configuring TCP/IP Settings ................................................................................................. 14
Configuring Internet Properties........................................................................................... 14
Removing Temporary Internet Files.................................................................................... 15
Setup the Device................................................................................................................... 16
The Web User Interface (GUI) ................................................................................................................ 18
Accessing the Web User Interface .................................................................................... 18
Web User Interface Modes.................................................................................................. 19
Switching Modes ................................................................................................................... 19
Logging In to the Web User Interface ............................................................................... 20
Connecting to the Internet ................................................................................................. 20
Basic Mode................................................................................................................................................ 21
Basic –Home.......................................................................................................................... 22
Basic –Status .......................................................................................................................... 24
Basic –Wireless....................................................................................................................... 27
Advanced Mode ..................................................................................................................................... 31
Advanced Mode –Router Features.................................................................................. 32
Advanced Mode–Diagnostics .......................................................................................... 36
Other Instructions...................................................................................................................................... 38
Accessing an External Storage........................................................................................... 38
Modem Care Tips ..................................................................................................................................... 39

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About the Device
Functionality, performance, and fully enriched customer-centric features are
considered as the best combination of an agreeable device design. The
Aztech DSL5068EN(1T1R) is a 4-Port ADSL2/2+ 150Mbps Wireless-N Modem
Router that not only effectively takes advantage of its 1T1R MIMO Technology
support, but also sports a unique and authentic device design while
providing exceptional wireless performance and wireless coverage your
customers need for the devices that they have. The Aztech DSL5068EN(1T1R)
combined these special factors while ensuring that the overall performance is
accompanied by other exceptional features customers will surely enjoy
partnering with their ADSL2/2+ connection.
802.11n: The Perfect Wireless Companion. With its support for the
802.11n wireless standard, the Aztech DSL5068EN(1T1R) is capable of up
to 150Mbps wireless transfer speeds to constantly ensure that your
customers are equipped with the much needed wireless transfer
speeds that would fit their internet activities such as web surfing, social
networking, and even audio/video streaming. In addition, the
DSL5068EN(1T1R) uses a 1T1R MIMO (Multiple In Multiple Out)
Technology support which guarantees an improved wireless
performance and an increased wireless range to make it perfectly
possible to have the much needed wireless connectivity available
throughout the house.
Exquisite Design and Build. Enclosed in a simple device design, the
Aztech DSL5068EN(1T1R) is equipped with a USB 2.0 Port for file storage
sharing, a WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) button to allow your customers
to wirelessly connect their devices through a simple one touch setup,
four (4) Ethernet ports to allow your customer’s Ethernet devices (e.g.
Desktop, laptop) to connect to the DSL5068EN(1T1R) through an

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Ethernet cable, and an ON/OFF power switch. Such specifics were all
carefully thought of and included in order to maximize the usage of the
DSL5068EN(1T1R).
Hyped-up with Function-rich Features. Aside from having a unique
device design, the DSL5068EN(1T1R) has also been developed with
function-rich features customers will surely look out for. The Aztech
DSL5068EN(1T1R) has a TR069 support specifically made for remote
management, remote configuration, and zero touch set up that allows
efficiency and cost saving on customer support and logistics.
Accompanied by its own intuitively designed OS independent web
user interface, customers will be able to set up the device easily and
even manage the device’s overall features without any difficulty. In
addition, other important features such as Plug and Play support, NAT
Based firewall, MAC Address filtering, and other similar features have
also been integrated to the device.

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Minimum System Requirements
Your computer must meet the following minimum requirements.
Any Operating System
Web Browser
Ethernet network adapter
An active DSL Internet account
Package Contents
Please check the package contents listed below. For any missing items,
please contact your dealer immediately. Product contents vary for different
models.
DSL5068EN(1T1R)
Ethernet Cable
Telephone Cable
DSL Microfilter
12V 1A DC Power Adapter
Easy Start Guide
User Manual

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Device Design
Front Panel
LABEL
ICON
ACTION
DESCRIPTION
POWER
OFF
No power is supplied to the device
Steady green
Connected to an AC power supply
Steady red
Error on the device
ETHERNET
LAN 1-4
OFF
No Ethernet connection
Steady green
Connected to an Ethernet port
Blinking green
Transmitting/Receiving data
USB
OFF
There is no USB device connected to
the corresponding USB port.
ON
A USB device is connected to the
corresponding USB port.
WIRELESS
OFF
Steady green
Blinking green
Wireless interface disabled
Wireless Interface enabled
Transmitting/Receiving data
WPS
OFF
WPS disabled/completed
authentication
Blinking green
WPS authentication in-progress
DSL
Blinking green
Steady green
Establishing or No DSL signal
DSL signal is established
INTERNET
OFF
Steady green
Blinking green
Steady red
No connection to the Internet
Internet connection established
Transmitting/Receiving data
PPP authentication failed

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Back Panel
Side Panel
LABEL
DESCRIPTION
ANTENNA
Fixed Wi-Fi Antenna
12VDC
PORT
12V 1.0A DC Input port
ETHERNET
PORTS
1-4
Connecting computers and other Ethernet
devices (RJ45)
DSL PORT
Connecting the modem to an ADSL line (RJ11)
BUTTON/
PORT
DESCRIPTION
USB
PORT
For connecting USB devices such as USB external
hard drives.
WPS
BUTTON
Press for two (2) seconds to initiate Wireless Protected
Setup (WPS) with WPS-capable clients.
ON/OFF
Power ON/OFF button
RESET
BUTTON
Press for 5 seconds to perform device reboot
Press for 10 seconds to restart the device to its
factory defaults.

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Getting Started
Setting up the device is easy. The flowchart below provides an outline of the
steps needed in order to complete the installation. Brief descriptions appear
beside each step. Detailed instructions are provided in the subsequent
pages.
You may now access the internet.
You may need to check some settings or
disable some applications before
proceeding with the installation.
Connect the telephone cables, Ethernet
cables, and power adapter.
You may configure your router’s wireless
settings and other router features through
the Web User Interface.
Plan your Network
Remove/Disable
Conflicts
Set up the
Router
Web User Interface
Ready to Use
You may refer to the diagram provided
in this user manual for the suggested
network setup.

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New Features
Your DSL5068EN(1T1R) is a residential gateway equipped with the below
improved features:
Hardware Improvements
A. 4 Ethernet ports. Equipped with 4 Ethernet ports, the DSL5068EN(1T1R)
can easily accommodate a maximum of 4 Ethernet devices (e.g.
desktops, laptops).
B. 5 dBi Antenna. The DSL5068EN(1T1R) has a 5dBi antenna that easily
allows this device to attain more wireless range.
C. USB Port. Allows you to connect USB external hard drives / storage.
D. WPS Button. Allow your WPS-enabled devices to connect wirelessly to
your DSL5068EN(1T1R) through a simple press of a button.
Software Improvements
A. Bandwidth Control. Allows you to manage both incoming and
outgoing bandwidth of your subscription.
B. Virtual LED Status. For instances wherein you wish to view the LED status
of your modem, the Web GUI has virtual LED indicators which show the
light status of the LEDs on your device.
C. PPP Account Lock. Locks in the PPP username and password entered
once Globe network detects an active account. This feature helps to
prevent tampering of the credentials.
D. Soft Factory Reset. The Web GUI of your DSL5068EN(1T1R) allows you to
reset your device without pressing the Reset button of your modem. All
changes will go back to factory settings except for the PPP username
and password.
Hard Factory Reset. Your modem is equipped with a reset button that
has various responses depending on how many seconds it is pressed.
1-7 seconds. Only performs device reboot.
8-10 seconds. Factory default reset except for username and
password.

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Planning Your Network
Before moving ahead to setup your network, it is a good idea to draw out a
network diagram to help identify your network devices and plan out how to
connect these devices. The illustration below is an example of a network
diagram.
Each port in the router can be used for different connections. For example:
Ethernet 1 –connect to a Desktop / PC
Wireless –connect a wireless laptop to the built in wireless access point
To create a network diagram:
For wireless devices, identify the wireless devices you want to include in
the network
For wired devices, identify which modem port you want to use for each
device.

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Removing/Disabling Conflicts
To ensure that the modem installation moves on smoothly, you need to
remove or disable conflicts that may interfere with the installation. Probable
conflicts may include:
Internet sharing applications
Proxy software
Security software
TCP/IP settings
Internet properties
Temporary Internet files
Internet Sharing, Proxy, and Security Applications
Internet sharing, proxy software, and firewall applications may interfere with
the modem installation. These should be removed or disabled before starting
the installation.
If you have any of the following or similar applications installed on your
computer, remove or disable them according to the manufacturer’s
instructions.
Internet Sharing
Applications
Proxy Software
Security Software
Microsoft Internet Sharing
WinGate
Symantec
WinProxy
Zone Alarm

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Configuring TCP/IP Settings
Check if your computer uses the default TCP/IP settings.
To check the TCP/IP properties:
1. Select Start > Run. The Run dialog box would appear.
2. Enter control ncpa.cpl on the input box, and then click the OK button.
This would open the Network Connections window in your computer.
3. Right-click LAN and then select Properties. The Local Area Connection
Properties dialog box would appear.
4. Select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and then click Properties. The Internet
Protocol (TCP/IP) dialog box would appear.
5. Select Obtain an IP address automatically.
6. Click the OK button to close the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) dialog box.
7. Click the OK button to close the Local Area Connection Properties
dialog box.
Configuring Internet Properties
To set the Internet Properties:
1. Select Start > Run. This opens the Run dialog box.
2. Enter control inetcpl.cpl and then click OK to open the Internet
Properties window.
3. Click on the Connections tab.
4. On the Dial-up and Virtual Private Network settings pane, select Never
dial a connection.
5. Click OK to close Internet Properties.

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Removing Temporary Internet Files
Temporary Internet files are files from Web sites that are stored in your
computer. Delete these files to clean the cache and remove footprints left by
the Web pages you visited.
To remove temporary Internet files:
1. Select Start > Run to open the Run dialog box.
2. Enter control and then click the OK button to open the Control Panel.
3. Double-click Internet Options.
4. On the Internet Options window, in the Temporary Internet Files pane,
click Delete Cookies.
5. Click Delete Files.
6. Click OK to close Internet Properties.

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Setup the Device
When installing the modem, find an area where there are enough electrical
outlets for the modem, the main computer, and your other computer
devices. You can refer to the diagram below for further reference while
setting up your device.
To setup the modem:
1. Plug one end of the Ethernet cable from the modem’s Ethernet port
and plug the other end into the Ethernet port of your computer.
If you have another device you need to connect through wire into the
modem, use another piece of Ethernet cable. Plug one end of the
Ethernet cable from the computer’s Ethernet port and then plug the
other end into an available Ethernet port in the modem.
2. Plug one end of the telephone cable from the POTS Splitter’s ADSL port
and then plug the other end into the modem’s DSL port.

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POTS Splitter (DSL Microfilter)
Your phone line carries with it both phone calls and Internet signals.
When you are using the Internet, the connection produces high-
pitched tones that can affect your voice calls when using the phone.
Installing a Plain Old Telephone Service (POTS) splitter separates the
two signals and eliminates the noise.
To setup a telephone on the POTS Splitter (DSL Microfilter):
a. Locate the phone jack in your house.
b. Insert the POTS Splitter into the phone jack.
c. Plug one end of the telephone cable from the POTS Splitter’s TEL
port and then plug the other end into the telephone.
3. Connect the power adapter from the modem’s 12V 1.0A DC port into
the electrical outlet.
4. Press the ON button to turn ON the device.

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The Web User Interface (GUI)
The Web User Interface allows you to configure all of your modem’s
functionalities. The layout and content positioning of the device’s web user
interface is mapped below.
Accessing the Web User Interface
To access your modem’s Web User Interface:
1. Launch any web browser (e.g. Internet Explorer, Google Chrome).
2. On the address bar, type 192.168.254.254 and press Enter. You will be
redirected to the Home page of your modem’s Web User Interface.

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Web User Interface Modes
By default, upon accessing the Web User Interface of your DSL5068EN(1T1R),
you would be redirected to the Basic Mode.
The Web User Interface is subdivided into two (2) different modes:
a. Basic Mode
b. Advanced Mode
Without logging in, the two (2) interface modes are only capable of the
following:
The Basic Mode is only capable of providing system/ADSL/ WAN
information summary, and other router oriented statuses which would
be useful in knowing the device’s current state(s) / information.
The Advanced Mode is only capable of providing access to network
diagnostic tools such as ping and traceroute.
Switching Modes
You can switch modes by clicking on the Basic Mode or Advanced Mode
button located on the upper left hand portion of your Web User Interface
(e.g. if on Basic Mode, click on Advanced Mode to switch –vice versa). This
can also be done upon logging in.

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Logging In to the Web User Interface
To login to the web user interface, simply click the Login button located
beside the Advanced Mode / Basic Mode button, and input user as its
username and password.
Connecting to the Internet
You can use the web user interface to quickly setup your Internet
connection, however, before proceeding; kindly prepare the internet
account details provided by your Internet Service Provider (ISP).
To connect to the Internet
1. Log in to the Web User Interface.
2. Click Quickstart in the Home submenu as seen below. You will then
be redirected to the Quickstart page:
3. On the Quickstart page, correctly input the internet account
details supplied by your ISP on the Username and Password fields.
4. Click the Apply button to apply changes.
If details were entered correctly, your DSL5068EN(1T1R)’s INTERNET
LED would now be in STEADY GREEN, and you may now access the
internet.