Chapter 2
Installation

This Chapter covers the physical installation of the Broadband Router.

Requirements

• Network cables. Use standard 10/100BaseT network (UTP) cables with RJ45 connectors.
• TCP/IP protocol must be installed on all PCs.
• For Internet Access, an Internet Access account with an ISP, and either of a DSL or Cable modem (for WAN port usage)

Procedure

Figure 3: Installation Diagram - DC-202

1. Choose an Installation Site

Select a suitable place on the network to install the Broadband Router.
Ensure the Broadband Router and the DSL/Cable modem are powered OFF.

2. Connect LAN Cables

• Use standard LAN cables to connect PCs to the Switching Hub ports on the Broadband Router. Both 10BaseT and 100BaseT connections can be used simultaneously.
• If required, you can connect the "LAN1" port to another Hub:
  • Depress the "Uplink" button beside the "LAN1" port.
  • Use a standard LAN cable to connect the "LAN1"port to a standard port on the other hub.

3. Connect WAN Cable

Connect the DSL or Cable modem to the WAN port on the Broadband Router. Use the cable supplied with your DSL/Cable modem. If no cable was supplied, use a standard cable.

4. Power Up

• Power on the Cable or DSL modem.
• Connect the supplied power adapter to the Broadband Router and power up.
  Use only the power adapter provided. Using a different one may cause hardware damage

5. Check the LEDs

• The Power LED should be ON.
• The Status LED should flash, then turn Off. If it stays on, there is a hardware error.
• For each LAN (PC) connection, the LAN Link/Act LED should be ON (provided the PC is also ON.)
• The WAN LED should be ON.

For more information, refer to Front-mounted LEDs in Chapter 1.