ZyXEL Communications P-870M-lx v2 Series User manual

P-870M-Ix v2 Series
VDSL2 Modem
User’s Guide
Version 1
Edition 2
11/2009

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Overview
The P-870M-Ix v2 Series (“P-870M-Ix v2”) is a VDSL2 (Very-
high-speed Digital Subscriber Line 2) modem that provides
high-speed Internet access up to 100 Mbps (each way)
through a telephone line and supports Triple Play services.
The P-870M-Ix v2 Series consists of the following models:
• P-870M-I1 v2, a VDSL2 modem for regular (POTS) lines
• P-870M-I3 v2, a VDSL2 modem for ISDN lines
Triple Play service is the provisioning of high-speed Internet
access, television (Video on Demand or regular broadcasts)
and telephone service over a single broadband connection. In
the following figure, the P-870M-Ix v2 (Z) delivers a fast VDSL
Internet access connection to ensure enough bandwidth for
these sevices (A, Band Crespectively).
No configuration is required. Just connect the hardware and
you are ready for high-speed Internet access.

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1 Hardware Connections
Take the following steps to connect your P-870M-Ix v2.
1Use the gray telephone wire to connect the P-870M-Ix v2
DSL port to the DSL port to a telephone jack (or a splitter,
if one is already installed.)
2Use the Ethernet cable to connect the P-870M-Ix v2
ETHERNET port to the computer for Internet access.
3Use the included power adaptor to connect the P-870M-Ix
v2 POWER socket to an appropriate power source.
4After you’ve made these connections, push in the power
button.

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If the POWER, ETHERNET, and DSL lights are on (or
blinking), you have set up the P-870M-Ix v2 correctly. Test
your Internet connection by visiting http://www.zyxel.com (or
another web site).
If the lights behave differently or if you cannot connect to the
Web site, make sure the connections are correct. If the lights
are still different, turn off the device, wait a few seconds, and
turn it on again. If the problem continues, contact your local
vendor.
2 LEDs
The following figure shows the P-870M-Ix v2’s LEDs.
The following table describes the LEDs.
Light Status Description
POWER Green The P-870M-Ix v2 is receiving power and
ready for use.
Off The P-870M-Ix v2 is not receiving power.
ETHERNET Green The P-870M-Ix v2 has an Ethernet
connection with a computer.
Blinking The P-870M-Ix v2 is sending/receiving
data to /from the computer.
Off The P-870M-Ix v2 does not have an
Ethernet connection with a computer.

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3 Wall-mounting Instructions
Complete the following steps to hang the P-870M-Ix v2 on a
wall.
1Select a position free of obstructions on a sturdy wall.
2Drill two holes for the screws (M3*10). The centers of the
holes should be 120 mm apart.
Note: Be careful to avoid damaging pipes or cables
located inside the wall when drilling holes for the
screws.
3Do not screw the screws all the way into the wall. Leave a
small gap of about 0.5 cm between the heads of the
screws and the wall.
4Make sure the screws are snugly fastened to the wall.
They need to hold the weight of the P-870M-Ix v2 with the
connection cables.
5Align the holes on the back of the P-870M-Ix v2 with the
screws on the wall. Hang the P-870M-Ix v2 on the screws.
DSL Green The P-870M-Ix v2 has a DSL connection.
Blinking The P-870M-Ix v2 is trying to establish a
DSL connection.
Off The DSL line is down.
Light Status Description

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4 Specifications
The following values are accurate at the time of writing.
5 Safety Warnings
For your safety, be sure to read and follow all warning notices
and instructions.
• To reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26 AWG (American
Wire Gauge) or larger telecommunication line cord.
• Do NOT open the device or unit. Opening or removing cov-
ers can expose you to dangerous high voltage points or
Table 1 Device Specifications
Feature Specification
Dimensions (W x D x H) 132 mm x 189 mm x 40 mm
Weight 265 g
DSL Port (P-870M-I1 v2) RJ11 connector for POTS
(P-870M-I3 v2) RJ-45 connector for ISDN
ETHERNET Port RJ-45 connector
10/100 Mbps
Auto-sensing, auto-cross-over MDI/ MDI-X
Power Supply 12 VDC, 1 A
Power Consumption 12 W
Operation Temperature 0º C ~ 40º C
Operation Humidity 20% ~ 85% RH (non-condensing)
Storage Temperature -20º ~ 60º C
Storage Humidity 20% ~ 90% RH (non-condensing)

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other risks. ONLY qualified service personnel can service the
device. Please contact your vendor for further information.
• Use ONLY the dedicated power supply for your device. Con-
nect the power cord or power adaptor to the right supply volt-
age (110V AC in North America or 230V AC in Europe).
• Do NOT use the device if the power supply is damaged as it
might cause electrocution.
• If the power supply is damaged, remove it from the power
outlet.
• Do NOT attempt to repair the power supply. Contact your
local vendor to order a new power supply.
• Place connecting cables carefully so that no one will step on
them or stumble over them. Do NOT allow anything to rest
on the power cord and do NOT locate the product where
anyone can walk on the power cord.
• Do NOT install nor use your device during a thunderstorm.
There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.
• Do NOT expose your device to dampness, dust or corrosive
liquids.
• Do NOT use the device near water, for example, in a wet
basement or near a swimming pool.
• Make sure to connect the cables to the correct ports.
• Do NOT obstruct the device ventilation slots, as insufficient
airflow may harm your device.
• Do NOT store things on the device.
• Connect ONLY suitable accessories to the device.
• Do not use the device outside, and make sure all the connec-
tions are indoors. There may be a remote risk of electric
shock from lightning.

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6 Related Documentation
Please go to http://www.zyxel.com for product news, firmware,
documentation, and other support materials.
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Customer Support
Should problems arise that cannot be solved by the methods listed above, you
should contact your vendor. If you cannot contact your vendor, then contact a
ZyXEL office for the region in which you bought the device.
See http://www.zyxel.com/web/contact_us.php for contact information. Please
have the following information ready when you contact an office.
• Product model and serial number.
• Warranty Information.
• Date that you received your device.
• Brief description of the problem and the steps you took to solve it.
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ZyXEL Limited Warranty
ZyXEL warrants to the original end user (purchaser) that this product is free
from any defects in materials or workmanship for a period of up to two years
from the date of purchase. During the warranty period, and upon proof of
purchase, should the product have indications of failure due to faulty
workmanship and/or materials, ZyXEL will, at its discretion, repair or replace
the defective products or components without charge for either parts or labor,
and to whatever extent it shall deem necessary to restore the product or
components to proper operating condition. Any replacement will consist of a
new or re-manufactured functionally equivalent product of equal or higher
value, and will be solely at the discretion of ZyXEL. This warranty shall not
apply if the product has been modified, misused, tampered with, damaged by
an act of God, or subjected to abnormal working conditions.
Note
Repair or replacement, as provided under this warranty, is the exclusive
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or implied, including any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a
particular use or purpose. ZyXEL shall in no event be held liable for indirect or
consequential damages of any kind to the purchaser.
To obtain the services of this warranty, contact ZyXEL's Service Center for your
Return Material Authorization number (RMA). Products must be returned
Postage Prepaid. It is recommended that the unit be insured when shipped.

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Any returned products without proof of purchase or those with an out-dated
warranty will be repaired or replaced (at the discretion of ZyXEL) and the
customer will be billed for parts and labor. All repaired or replaced products will
be shipped by ZyXEL to the corresponding return address, Postage Paid. This
warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that
vary from country to country.
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