Paradyne Hotwire 5100 User manual

HOTWIRE 5100 DSL
ACCESS SYSTEM
CUSTOMER PREMISES
USER’S GUIDE
Document No. 5100-A2-GB21-00
November 1996

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Warranty, Sales, and Service Information
Contact your sales or service representative directly for any help needed. For additional information concerning
warranty, sales, service, repair, installation, documentation, or training, use one of the following methods:
Via the Internet: Visit the Paradyne World Wide Web site at http://www.paradyne.com
Via Telephone: Call our automated call system to receive current information via fax or to speak with a
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— Within the U.S.A., call 1-800-870-2221
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Important Regulatory Information
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Important Safety Instructions
1. Read and follow all warning notices and instructions marked on the product or included in the manual.
2. This product is intended to be used in a UL-Listed/CSA-Certified computer with a 3-wire grounding type plug (a
plug which has a grounding pin). This is a safety feature. Equipment grounding is vital to ensure safe operation.
Do not defeat the purpose of the grounding type plug by modifying the plug or using an adapter.
3. When installed in the final configuration, the product must comply with the applicable Safety Standards and
regulatory requirements of the country in which it is installed. If necessary, consult with the appropriate regulatory
agencies and inspection authorities to ensure compliance.
In addition, if the equipment is to be used with telecommunications circuits, take the following precautions:
—Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.
—Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations.
—Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the
network interface.
—Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.
—Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of
electric shock from lightning.
—Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.

Important Regulatory Information
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Declaration of Conformity
This Declaration of Conformity is made by Paradyne Corporation pursuant to Parts 2 and 15 of the Federal
Communications Commission’s Rules. This compliance information statement pertains to the following products:
Trade Name: HOTWIRE
Model Numbers: 5161-B2-020
5171-B2-020
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.
The name, address, and telephone number of the responsible party is given below:
Paradyne Corporation
8545 126th Ave. N.
Largo, Florida 33773
Phone: [phone]

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Contents
About This Guide
Purpose and Audience iii. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Guide Summary iii. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Product-Related Documents iv. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1About HotWire 5100 DSL Access System
What is the HotWire DSL Access System? 1-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Features 1-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Secured Access 1-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
About the HotWire Card 1-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Equipment and Software Requirements 1-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
HotWire Diagnostics Utility 1-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
User Interface 1-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2Installation and Setup
Where to Begin 2-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Package Contents 2-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Order of Installation 2-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing the HotWire Diagnostics Utility 2-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Preparing the Card 2-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Selecting an I/O Base Address 2-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Setting the I/O Base Address 2-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Setting the IRQ Switches 2-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inserting the Card 2-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power-Up Self-Test 2-9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing the Network Driver 2-9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing the Network Driver Using Windows for Workgroups 3.11 2-10.
Installing the Network Driver Using Windows 95 2-11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Checking Installation 2-12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Verifying/Changing Switch Settings in Software 2-13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Verifying/Changing Line Speed in Software 2-14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking/Setting Protocol.ini Path (Not Applicable
to Windows 95) 2-15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Saving Configuration Settings 2-16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking Card Status 2-17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Troubleshooting Tips 2-18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3Using the HotWire Diagnostics Utility
Accessing the Main Menu 3-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking Hardware Status 3-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Viewing MAC Address 3-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Resetting the Card 3-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking Card Status 3-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Viewing Transmission Statistics and Network Status 3-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Running Loopback Tests 3-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Downloading Firmware 3-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Exiting the Utility 3-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
ALEDs
BPin Assignments
CTechnical Specifications
DI/O Base Address Switch Settings
Glossary
Index

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About This Guide
Purpose and Audience
This guide describes how to install and set up the Customer Premises card of the
HotWire 5100 DSL Access System. The guide is written for users of the HotWire
DSL (Digital Subscriber Loop) access system.
Guide Summary
Section Description
Chapter 1 About HotWire 5100 DSL Access System. Provides a
high-level overview of the operation of the HotWire and lists its
hardware and software requirements for installing the card in
the PC.
Chapter 2
Installation and Setup. Describes how to install and set up the
HotWire card.
Chapter 3
Using the HotWire Diagnostics Utility. Describes how to use
the HotWire Diagnostics Utility.
Appendix A
LEDs. Provides the LED descriptions.
Appendix B
Pin Assignments. Provides the pinouts for the card.
Appendix C
Technical Specifications. Provides the specifications for the
card.
Appendix D
I/O Base Address Switch Settings. Provides a table for switch
settings for possible I/O base addresses.
Glossary Defines acronyms and terms used in this document.
Index Lists key terms, acronyms, concepts, and sections in
alphabetical order and provides page references.

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Product-Related Documents
Document Number Document Title
5100-A2-GB20 HotWire 5100 DSL Access System Central Office
User’s Guide

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About HotWire 5100 DSL Access
System 1
What is the HotWire DSL Access System?
The HotWire 5100 DSL Access System provides high-speed Internet or corporate
LAN access over traditional twisted-pair telephone wiring. Using the
HotWire modem card, you can connect to a Central Office (CO) to access
Internet service providers or corporate networks.
PC with
Internal
Hotwire
Modem PC with
Internal
Hotwire
Modem
Splitter*
Phone Splitter*
Phone
Brouter
Domain
Name Server
496-14979
To Internet
Service
Providers
Central
Office
*A splitter is an interface device installed by a CO technician
outside your premises.

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Features
HotWire has the following features:
Supports CAP Rate Adaptive Digital Subscriber Loop (CAP RADSL)
High-speed data rates varying depending on the RADSL and ADSL cards
Security features in the HotWire CO hardware that prevent remote users from
accessing another user’s PC files or LAN traffic
Prevention against degradation of telephone service while using the RADSL
card
Secured Access
To ensure file access security, the HotWire Network Access System provides
security features which prevent other users from accessing your PC files or your
LAN traffic.
About the HotWire Card
The HotWire card is an ISA 16-bit, add-on card with a 6-pin telephone modular
jack connector used for the DSL network connection. Refer to Appendix B for pin
assignments.
The card features a set of LEDs located at the top edge of the card on the
component side. These LEDs are not visible without removing the PC cover. The
LEDs:
Enable you to verify card operating status
Provide useful information for troubleshooting. Refer to Appendix A for the
descriptions of the LEDs and their operational status indications.
The PC card edge connector plugs into a 16-bit expansion slot in an
IBM-compatible 80486 (or higher) system board and conforms to ISA bus
standards.