3.
Connect the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port on the router and the other end to your computer.
You should now have: the power adapter plugged in; the Ethernet cable connected between the router and
your computer; and the DSL cable connected between the router and the DSL wall outlet.
Netopia 4553 Router status lights
The figure below represents the Netopia status light (LED) panel.
Netopia LED front panel
The following table summarizes the meaning of the various LED states and colors:
When this happens...
The power is on
The Router detects an error
The Ethernet link is established
The WAN has trained
The WAN is training
Note: The remaining LEDs are not used.
Making the Physical Connections 2-13
the LEDs...
Power is green.
Error is red.
Ethernet is green.
DSL is green.
DSL flashes green.