Aztech DSL9100R User manual

Aztech DSL9100R
External ADSL 4-Port Router
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© Copyright
April 2001
Version 1.0
The hardware described in this manual is owned by Aztech Systems Ltd and is protected by
international copyright laws. You may not remove the copyright notice from any part of the
hardware or any copy of the written materials accompanying the hardware.
In addition, no part of this manual may be reproduced or transmitted, in any form or by any means,
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not limited to implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, with respect
to the hardware, firmware, and the accompanying written materials. Aztech Systems Ltd reserves
the right to revise or make improvements to its product at any time and without obligation to notify
any person of such revisions or improvements.
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its product.
Product warranty does not apply to damage caused by lightning, power surges or
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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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Contents
© Copyright ................................................................................... 3
Disclaimer Statement ..................................................................... 3
Safety Guidelines ........................................................................... 4
Introducing DSL9100R ................................................................7
1.1 Documentation ............................................................................... 8
1.2 Manuals/UI/Firmware Updates ......................................................... 8
1.3 Minimum System Requirements ....................................................... 8
1.4 Features ........................................................................................ 9
1.5 Network Connections ...................................................................... 10
1.5.1 Up to 4 PCs Configuration ............................................... 10
1.5.2 For More than 4 PCs ....................................................... 10
Before You Begin ..........................................................................11
2.1 Package ......................................................................................... 11
2.2 Overview for DSL9100R ................................................................. 12
2.2.1 Front View ..................................................................... 12
2.2.2 Rear View ...................................................................... 13
Connecting DSL9100R ................................................................15
Setting Up the Ethernet Card .......................................................17
4.1 Configuring the Ethernet Card .......................................................... 18
4.2 Verifying the Link Between the Ethernet Card and DSL9100R ............. 19
Frequently Asked Questions ......................................................... 21
Troubleshooting Guide .................................................................23
Technical Specifications ................................................................27
C.1 Main Features ................................................................................ 27
C.1.1 ADSL and ATM Features .................................................. 27
C.1.2 Networking Features ....................................................... 28
C.1.3 Local Area Network Specifications ................................... 28
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C.1.4 ADSL Router Client Software Support ............................... 29
C.1.5 Platform Support ............................................................ 29
C.2 External Connectors ........................................................................ 29
C.3 LED Indicators ............................................................................... 29
C.4 Environmental ................................................................................ 30
C.4.1 Temperature .................................................................. 30
C.4.2 Humidity ....................................................................... 30

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Introducing DSL9100R
This section gives a brief introduction of DSL9100R features and its
specifications.
Congratulations on your purchase of DSL9100R External ADSL 4-Port Router!
ADSL, which stands for Asymmetric Digital Subscriber Line, is the latest communication
technology that offers faster and uninterrupted Internet access.
DSL9100R is an embedded solution that is OS independent. It can be connected to any
computer with an Ethernet/Fast Ethernet card or to Switch/Hub. It has four Fast Ethernet
Ports that allow direct interface to any existing 10 Base-T / 100 Base-TX IEEE 802.3 LAN
network, providing instant broadband Internet access to LAN networks with minimum
hassle.
To ensure the broadest customer reach, DSL9100R 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. DSL9100R further guarantees interoperability with network providers
worldwide.
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1.1 Documentation
DSL 9100R User Manual (READ THIS MANUAL FIRST!)
This user manual is a printed guide that comes with your router 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 on DSL Router Commander,
a User Interface (UI) that provides a simple way of configuring your network. A Glossary
section is also included to describe the terms used in the manual.
DSL 900/9000 Router 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.
1.2 Manuals/UI/Firmware Updates
To ensure that our users have the best of the product, continuous efforts are made to improve
our software. Our manuals, User Interface (UI) and firmware are also being updated as and
when required. To make sure that you do not miss out any new updates, please visit
http://www.aztech.com/support.htm for downloads.
1.3 Minimum System Requirements
 Pentium®MMX 233MHz (or above) with Ethernet card (installed with TCP/IP Protocol)
 A Serial Port (DSUB-9)
For Up to 4 PCs connections
-Straight CAT-5 UTP Ethernet cable(s) (direct connection to DSL9100R's 10 /
100 Base-TX Switch)
1 These manuals can be found on your DSL 900/9000 Router Series CD-ROM that comes with
your router package.

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For more than 4 PCs connections
Expand using Ethernet Hub or Switch
- To connect to the MDI port of your Ethernet Hub/Switch, please use Straight
CAT-5 UTP Ethernet cable.
- To connect to the MDIX port of your Ethernet Hub/Switch, please use Cross
CAT-5 UTP Ethernet cable.
1.4 Features
 Full Rate and G.lite transmission supported
 RFC1483 Ethernet and IP Encapsulation over ATM, RFC1577 Classical IP over ATM,
RFC2364 PPP over ATM, RFC 2516 PPP over Ethernet protocol with additional
software stack support
 Static IP, RIP1 and RIP2 routing support
 SNMP support for management functionality
 Remote management through Telnet console access
 Network Address Translation (NAT) / Port Address Translation (PAT)
 DHCP Server
 TFTP Software update
 PAP/CHAP Password Authentication
 Offers 4 dual-speed 10 Base-T / 100 Base-TX switch ports for Local Area Network
access
 Fully support IEEE 802.3 Ethernet and Fast Ethernet
 Fully support IEEE 802.3u Auto-Negotiation which provides automatic selection of
transmission modes, half and full duplex as well as transmission speeds, 10 Mbps
or 100 Mbps
 Stack-ability design to allow for addition of additional switch and Wireless LAN
modules
 Multi-stand design allows for convenient and flexible placing

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1.5 Network Connections
DSL9100R operates as router between ADSL WAN and Ethernet LAN.
1.5.1 Up to 4 PCs Configuration
DSL9100R
1.5.2 For More than 4 PCs
Any combinations of PCs and Switches/Hub can be used.
PCs with Ethernet
Cards
PCs with
Ethernet Cards
to multiple
PCs with
Ethernet
Cards
DSL9100R
Switches/
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2.1 Package
Ensure that you have the following items in your DSL9100R package. For any missing
items, please contact your dealer immediately.
Before You Begin
This chapter contains information that you need to know before
setting up DSL9100R. It is important that you go through them.
DSL9100R
User Manual
Power cable Telephone cable (RJ-11)
Chapter2
Power adapter
(DC 5V, 3A)
DSL9100R DSL900/9000 Router
Series CD-ROM
Straight CAT-5 UTP
Ethernet cable (RJ-45)

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2.2 Overview for DSL9100R
2.2.1 Front View
¬Power LED
Lights up when Power switch (at the rear) is pressed ON.
10/100 BASE TX SWITCH (1 to 4)
LINK/ACT LED - Lights up when the Ethernet link is established. Blinks when
Ethernet is transmitting/receiving data.
COLLISION - Lights up when packets collision occurs.
100MBPS - Lights up if the connection is 100 Mbps. Otherwise, it means the
connection is 10 Mbps.
®ADSL
LINK - Lights up when the ADSL Line is established.
TX (Transmit) - Lights up when ADSL is transmitting data.
RX (Receive) - Lights up when ADSL is receiving data.
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2.2.2 Rear View
¬TEL
Telephone jack (RJ-11) to connect to the Telephone Handset.
ADSL
Telephone jack (RJ-11) to connect to the ADSL Line.
®CONSOLE
9-pin serial port for local network management.
¯10/100 BASE TX SWITCH (1 to 4)
10 / 100 Base-TX 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 modem.
O- indicates OFF position
I- indicates ON position
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Please note the Ethernet cable types that are to be used for connections.
Connecting DSL9100R
This chapter contains information on the hardware setup of
DSL9100R.
Power off your computer and any connected devices before connecting
DSL9100R !
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2 This optional connection provides easy access to your Telephone set while working near DSL9100R.
3 Power off your Power Adaptor when the unit is not in use.
4 To connect to the MDI port of your Hub/Switch, please use Straight CAT-5 UTP Ethernet cable.
If not, you may connect to the MDIX port using a Cross CAT-5 UTP Ethernet cable.
The connections illustrated are only for your reference. You can connect up to a maximum
of 4 PCs directly to DSL9100R. For connections of more than 4 PCs, you may do so via
a Hub/Switch.
The Power Mains
Telephone Wall Socket
(ADSL line)
Telephone Set 2
Power Adaptor 3
(DC 5V, 3A)
rear of the PC
DSL9100R
Straight CAT-5 UTP Ethernet cable
to multiple PCs with
Ethernet cards
Hub/Switch 4
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Setting Up the
Ethernet Card
You need to configure the Ethernet Card on your PC in order to run
DSL Router Commander5from your PC.
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, 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 ADSL Service Provider/System
Administrator.
5 DSL Router Commander is a user-friendly software that allows you to set, view and modify
your network configurations. For details, you may refer to the DSL Router Commander
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4.1 Configuring the Ethernet Card
i) Power on your DSL9100R.
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 6and click Properties.
(If you do not see a TCP/IP networking protocol, re-
install your Ethernet card.)
6 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 .
Please proceed to verify the link between your Ethernet Card and DSL9100R.

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4.2 Verifying the Link Between the Ethernet
Card and DSL9100R
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 DSL9100R 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 DSL9100R has been established,
you should see strings of text similar to the listings shown below.
Close the window. (If you see 'Request timed out' listing, it means that the link
between your Ethernet Card and DSL9100R has not been established. Refer to
Appendix B - Troubleshooting Guide, 'I get 'Request timed out' response when I ping
to DSL9100R'.)
You are now ready to run the DSL Router Commander. Please refer to DSL Router
Commander Software Manual on your DSL900/9000 Router Series CD-ROM.